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THE WRITERS HANGOUT, a podcast that celebrates the many stages of writing from inspiration to the first draft, revising, getting a project made and everything in-between. We’ll talk to the best and brightest in the entertainment industry and create a space where you can hang out, learn from the pros and have fun.
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- 1 weeks ago27 min
Was Poltergeist Really Cursed? Ft. Michael McManus
The Poltergeist Curse: Fact, Fiction, or Freaky Coincidence?Rewind Episode: Was Poltergeist really cursed? Or is Hollywood's most infamous horror legend simply a series of tragic coincidences? In this spine-chilling episode of The Writers Hangout, Sandy and Terry revisit Poltergeist, one of America's most beloved horror films, and explore the eerie stories, mysterious deaths, and strange on-set happenings that have haunted the movie's legacy for decades. Released by MGM on June 4, 1982, and w...
- 2 weeks ago30 min
Secrets to a Great Screenplay? Part 2: It's Not Just About the Hero, w/Michael Weiss, author of BEYOND THE HERO
What makes a screenplay truly unforgettable? Is it the plot, the dialogue, or the relationships that keep audiences emotionally invested until the very last scene? In Part Two of our conversation with Michael Weiss, author of Beyond the Hero: Relationship-Driven Screenwriting and the Secret to Hollywood's Greatest Scripts, we dive deeper into the art of storytelling and discover how focusing on relationships can transform an ordinary screenplay into something extraordinary. Using examples fro...
- 3 weeks ago47 min
The Secret to a Great Screenplay? It's Not Just About the Hero, w/Michael Weiss, author of BEYOND THE HERO: Part 1
What if the secret to writing a great screenplay isn't your hero's journey, but the relationship that drives the story? This week on The Writers Hangout, Sandy welcomes screenwriter, author, and award-winning instructor Michael Weiss for a fascinating conversation that just might change the way you approach your next screenplay. Michael's screenwriting credits include Journey to the Center of the Earth, The Scorpion King 2, Jarhead 2, and The Butterfly Effect 3. He's also taught screenwriting...
- Oct 4, 202615 min
Five Films To Cuddle Up With This Fall
Grab a blanket, pour something warm, and settle in! This week, The Writers Hangout revisits a favorite episode, celebrating five wonderfully cozy fall films: Stepmom, The Family Stone, Mystic Pizza, When Harry Met Sally, and Baby Boom. From Nora Ephron dialogue and Julia Roberts in Central Park to Diane Keaton in Vermont, we’re talking great writing, memorable performances, gorgeous fall foliage, oversized sweaters, and plenty of movie nostalgia. Plus, Sandy reveals which films earn the covet...
- Sep 27, 20261h 8m
Dark Hollow: Screenwriter/Director Daniel Byers on Horror, and Making Independent Films
What does it take to turn a screenplay into a terrifying feature film? On this episode of The Writers Hangout, host Sandy welcomes Daniel Byers, writer and director of Dark Hollow, an independent folk-horror film that blends Appalachian folklore, practical creature effects, and a chilling story rooted in the region’s coal-mining history. Daniel’s screenplay, originally titled Paradise, won the Jury Award at the 2023 Austin Film Festival, helping launch the film’s journey to production and dis...
- Sep 20, 202632 min
Rob Reiner: A Hollywood Assistant’s Story with Comedian Charlie Nadler
What’s it really like to work for a Hollywood legend? On this episode of The Writers Hangout, comedian and screenwriter Charlie Nadler takes us behind the scenes of his career in Hollywood, including his time as Rob Reiner’s executive assistant and his work at Castle Rock Entertainment. Charlie shares stories about working with Rob and getting a firsthand look at the filmmaking process. He also talks about growing up in a family of writers—his parents met while working on Laverne & Shirle...
- Sep 6, 20261h 14m
Remembering Dolly Parton: The Story Behind 9 to 5 with Screenwriter Patricia Resnick
In honor of Dolly Parton's recent passing, we are rewinding our episode with 9 to 5 screenwriter Patricia Resnick. We have a fantastic episode for you—and one that feels especially meaningful as we remember the extraordinary Dolly Parton. My guest is screenwriter, producer, and stand-up comedian Patricia Resnick, best known for writing the iconic film 9 to 5, starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin, as well as writing the book for 9 to 5: The Musical. With the recent passing of Dol...
- Aug 24, 202619 min
Did Taylor Sheridan Steal the Idea for Yellowstone?
What happens when a struggling writer claims a Hollywood powerhouse stole her idea? In this episode of The Writers Hangout, Sandy takes a closer look at a lawsuit filed by writer Lauren J. Salkin, who alleges that Taylor Sheridan and others used elements of her 2016 pitch, Sovereign Nation, to create the hit series Yellowstone. Sandy breaks down a recent Variety article about the lawsuit and examines the similarities Salkin claims exist between her project and Yellowstone — including a tribal...
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