In this week’s session, we look back at the past two years at how far we’ve come, as well as looking forward to a new year and a new Writers Group Therapy.
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Session #87 – Jump the Shark
It’s not everyday that a TV show makes it to four seasons, let alone seven, or 10, or even, as record holder The Simpsons currently stands, 30. In this session, we discuss what makes a show go the distance. Why doesn’t it “jump the shark”?
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Session #85 – What’s Your Writer’s Story?
Besides the stories we put into our scripts, we all have our own “writer’s story.” How does your writer’s story influence how and what you write? We discuss our stories and how they drive us in today’s session.
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Session #84 – Interview with Deck the Halls Podcast Writer Ashley Quach
In today’s session, we interview podcast writer Ashley Quach from the “Deck the Halls” podcast. Writers Group Therapy – Session 84 – Interview with Deck the Halls Podcast Writer Ashley Quach SHOW NOTES:Sassquach WebsiteDeck The Halls (with Matrimony) Podcast on iTunesSassquach Radio on Twitter
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Session #81 – Writing in a (Genre) Rut
Are you stuck in a genre rut? We’re often told, as writers, to focus on one genre. Does being in a rut, in what we write and watch, make us less well rounded as writers? What can you do to get out of a rut?
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Session #76 – Interview NoHo Cinefest Founder Gustavo Sampaio
This week’s session is an interview with Gustavo Sampaio, the Founder and Director of the NoHo Cinefest in North Hollywood, now in its sixth year. He is also a writer, producer, director and editor. We discuss the upcoming festival and his film “GAIA.” Writers Group Therapy – Session 76 – Interview with Gustavo Sampaio, Founder and Director of the NoHo Cinefest SHOW NOTES: NoHo CinefestGustavo on IMDbGustavo on Twitter
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Session #75 – Works for Hire: Controlling Your Creations
Who owns the characters, worlds and stories you create? This session looks into what is a “word for hire,” and what it means to your creative future.
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Session #70 – Interview with Writer/Producer/Director Stephen Kogon
Session #70 – Interview with Writer/Producer/Director Stephen Kogon about his film “Dance Baby Dance”
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Session #64 – What We’re Watching – Podcasts and YouTube for Writers
In today’s session, we share with you some of the podcasts and YouTube channels we listen to and watch, and recommend, as writers to navigate our careers and improve our skills.
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Session #63 – Retroactive Continuity (Retcon)
Wait! When did that become a thing? You just got Retconned! In this week’s session, we discuss the use and abuse of Retroactive Continuity in movies and films.
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