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The Working Writer

The Working Writer

By Brad Staggs

If you're a writer of any kind but have a full-time job (or two) to pay the bills, this is the podcast for you! We can write together and keep each other motivated. Each week, we'll talk about how to use your precious time to get your writing going and be accountable for getting it done! Every other week, we'll feature an interview with somebody who can tell you what they expect out of your writing... actors, directors, producers, and yes, other writers!
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The Working Writer, Episode 04

The Working WriterJul 04, 2021

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Episode 41 - Screenwriter Paul Zeidman

Episode 41 - Screenwriter Paul Zeidman

Screenwriter and Author Paul Zeidman joins us to talk about the industry and the things that he’s learned over the years. Get out your notepad because you’re going to need it!

 

Show Notes:

 

Find Paul on the internet at: 

Creative Writing Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-writing-life/id1488636423

YouTube: @CreativeWritingLife

Twitter (X): @maximum_z

Facebook: paul.zeidman

Instagram: pezscreenwriting


Get your copy of “Go Ahead And Ask!: Interviews About Screenwriting (And Pie)” at Amazon

 

Write to the Working Writer Podcast at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook at WorkingWriterPodcast

Twitter: @bradstaggs

Instagram and Threads: bastaggs

YouTube: @bstagg001

Aug 27, 202301:10:56
Episode 40 - Author Kaylin R. Boyd

Episode 40 - Author Kaylin R. Boyd

Independent Author Kaylin R. Boyd talks to us this week about her process of writing and publishing her two books, ‘Tell City’ and ‘The Netherworlds: Curse of Fate’. If you want to self-publish, listen and get your notepad ready!

 

Show Notes:

 

Find Kaylin on the internet at: https://kaylinrboyd.wixsite.com/author

Twitter (X): @kr_boyd

Facebook: kaylinrboyd

Instagram: Kaylin.r.boyd

YouTube: @kaylinrboyd

TikTok @kaylinrboyd_

 

IngramSpark Book Publishers: https://www.ingramspark.com

 

Tell City and The Netherworlds are available on Amazon.

 

Write to the Working Writer Podcast at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook at WorkingWriterPodcast

Twitter: @bradstaggs

Instagram and Threads: bastaggs

YouTube: @bstagg001

Aug 13, 202348:50
Episode 39 - Author Emma Bennet
Aug 08, 202350:11
Episode 38 - Danny Manus, No Bullscript Consulting

Episode 38 - Danny Manus, No Bullscript Consulting

Join us as we talk with Danny Manus, owner of No Bullscript Consulting, as we talk about what he can do to help get your script into fighting shape and ready to be read! If you're a script writer, this is one to pay attention to.


Show Notes:


No Bullscript Consulting: https://www.nobullscript.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danny.manus.9

Twitter: @DannyManus


Write to the Working Writer Podcast at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook at WorkingWriterPodcast

Twitter: @bradstaggs

Instagram and Threads: bastaggs

YouTube: @bstagg001

Jul 30, 202356:29
Episode 37 - Writer/Filmmaker Demetrius Witherspoon

Episode 37 - Writer/Filmmaker Demetrius Witherspoon

It’s time to get inspired by the one and only Demetrius Witherspoon, creator of the Submerge Universe! We talk about where his ideas come from and, more importantly, what it takes to turn those ideas into actual product… especially when you don’t live in Hollywood.

 

Show Notes:

 

Find all the Submerge Universe product at: https://dventertainmentpictures.com

 

Twitter @SubmergeUnivers

 

Facebook: SubmergeUniverse

 

Instagram: dventertainmentpictures

 

YouTube: @submergeuniversechannel806

 

Write to the Working Writer Podcast at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

 

Follow us on Facebook at WorkingWriterPodcast

 

Twitter: @bradstaggs

 

Instagram and Threads: bastaggs

 

YouTube: @bstagg001

Jul 23, 202350:08
Episode 36 - Screenwriter/Producer Joe Russo
Jul 09, 202359:35
Episode 35 - Simpsons Writer Michael Price

Episode 35 - Simpsons Writer Michael Price

It's time to talk animation writing with Simpsons Writer and Producer Michael Price! We discuss the difference in writing animation when he first started versus now and what to expect when writing animation today. We also, of course, discuss the strike and how the writers are fighting for your future. Don't miss this one!


Show notes:


Michael Price on Twitter: @mikepriceinla


Writer to us at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WorkingWriterPodcast/

Jul 02, 202301:13:29
Episode 34 - Author Christopher Glatis
Jun 25, 202301:01:10
Episode 33 - Show Runner Mike Royce
Jun 18, 202301:08:53
Episode 32 - Playwright Becky Schlomann
May 29, 202354:24
Episode 31 - Author Duane Willoughby
May 21, 202359:23
Episode 30 - Brock Swinson
May 14, 202346:25
Episode 29 - Author Ron May
Apr 30, 202348:33
Episode 28 - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
Apr 28, 202314:55
Episode 27 - Songwriting with Jennie DeVoe

Episode 27 - Songwriting with Jennie DeVoe

She’s here! Singer/Songwriter Jennie DeVoe talks to us about songwriting, recording in England, and being threatened with a baseball bat when trying to get a cover photo! If you’ve ever been interested in the mystery that is songwriting or learning some behind-the-scenes facts about the process of recording… or if you just love Jennie DeVoe as we do… this is the episode for you.

 

This episode was recorded live at the Working Writer Podcast Studios (otherwise known as our dining room) so you will hear guest appearances by Angela Vitosky Staggs and our dogs, Georgia and Lennie. Rob DeVoe is also there giving moral support and keep the trains running.

 

Snippets of Jennie’s songs appear throughout and, yes, she gave permission for her music to be used. Enjoy it and then click on the links to Jennie’s website and buy everything! I mean it… right now…

 

Show Links:

 

https://www.jenniedevoe.com

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniedevoe

 

Twitter: @jenniedevoe

 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JennieDeVoeOfficialChannel

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniedevoe/


Jennie DeVoe music used in this podcast:

Strange Sunshine (from the album Strange Sunshine) https://www.jenniedevoe.com/strange-sunshine

Blue Sky, Big Sun (from the album Blue Sky Radio Hour) https://www.jenniedevoe.com/blue-sky-radio-hour

Try Harder (from the album Fireworks & Karate Supplies) https://www.jenniedevoe.com/fireworks-and-karate-supplies

Andy (from the album Fireworks & Karate Supplies⁠https://www.jenniedevoe.com/fireworks-and-karate-supplies⁠

The Big Amen (from the album Fireworks & Karate Supplies⁠https://www.jenniedevoe.com/fireworks-and-karate-supplies⁠

Redeeming (from the album Fireworks & Karate Supplies⁠https://www.jenniedevoe.com/fireworks-and-karate-supplies⁠

Here on Earth (from the album Fireworks & Karate Supplies⁠https://www.jenniedevoe.com/fireworks-and-karate-supplies⁠

How I Feel (from the album Ta-Da) https://www.jenniedevoe.com/ta-da

I Break Down (from the album Strange Sunshine) https://www.jenniedevoe.com/strange-sunshine


The book recommended by Jennie, Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon, is available at https://www.amazon.com/Steal-Like-Artist-Things-Creative/dp/0761169253/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ZQUIUD9A6FRO&keywords=steal+like+an+artist&qid=1681652385&sprefix=Steal+Like%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-1

 

Photographer Dale Bernstein: https://www.instagram.com/dab_photography/

 

 

The Working Writer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkingWriterPodcast

 

Leave a comment or email us at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Apr 16, 202301:11:58
Episode 26 - Playwright Marcia Eppich-Harris
Apr 09, 202356:26
Episode 25 - The Return of Ridley Pearson!
Apr 02, 202301:02:15
Episode 24 - Paul Schoulberg
Mar 26, 202301:09:18
Episode 23 - Jesse V. Johnson

Episode 23 - Jesse V. Johnson

We're back! 

Writer/Director/Stuntman and all-around good egg Jesse V. Johnson gets us back on track. Jesse is known for The Hitman Diaries, The Debt Collector, and Hell Hath No Fury.

Unfortunately, since this interview took place on a horrible internet connection on a military base in the Middle-East, some of the audio has a ring to it. I apologize and promise it won't happen again!

You will find Jesse on Twitter at @jessevjohns and Facebook at www.facebook.com/actionjessevjohnson/.

Follow The Working Writer Podcast at our Facebook page www.facebook.com/WorkingWriterPodcast/.

Email us at workingwriterpodcast@gmail.com

Mar 03, 202301:05:18
The Working Writer, Episode 22 - Richard Horvitz
Jan 09, 202201:16:09
The Working Writer, Episode 21 - Ridley Pearson
Nov 14, 202101:06:43
The Working Writer, Episode 20 - Author Michael Koryta
Oct 31, 202159:04
The Working Writer, Episode 19 - Writing Dialogue
Oct 30, 202116:11
The Working Writer, Episode 18 - Dr. Gavin Hughes
Oct 17, 202101:16:24
The Working Writer, Episode 17 - What is Art?
Oct 17, 202116:54
The Working Writer, Episode 16 - Playwright James Still
Oct 03, 202101:15:12
The Working Writer, Episode 15 - Dealing with Rejection
Oct 03, 202112:23
The Working Writer, Episode 14 - Peter Lenkov

The Working Writer, Episode 14 - Peter Lenkov

Showrunner, Producer, and Writer Peter Lenkov talks to us about his start in the business (yes, Demolition Man is his) and what it took to reboot three of the greatest television franchises of all time. Come for the conversation, stay for the writing advice.

Sep 19, 202101:01:31
The Working Writer, Episode 13 - Your TV Pilot
Sep 12, 202117:44
The Working Writer, Episode 12 - Ian Hauer, Playwright
Sep 05, 202121:56
The Working Writer, Episode 11 - Dave Barry
Aug 22, 202101:04:31
The Working Writer, Episode 10
Aug 15, 202122:06
The Working Writer, Episode 09 - Mari K. Eder
Aug 08, 202144:35
The Working Writer, Episode 08

The Working Writer, Episode 08

What is your writing kryptonite? What can make you stop writing? Let's talk about a few of these things and, hopefully, get you back into that writing frame of mind again.

www.bradstaggsvo.com/writing


Aug 01, 202110:50
The Working Writer, Episode 07 - Playwright Kristen Lazarian

The Working Writer, Episode 07 - Playwright Kristen Lazarian

Have you always wanted to take an online writing course but don't want to waste your time and money? Leave that to me! We take a look at just a few of the courses available on the interwebs. We then have a proper chat with L.A. playwright and screenwriter Kristen Lazarian! (I apologize now for mispronouncing your name once. Won't happen again.)

bradstaggsvo.com/writing

newplayexchange.org

stage32.com

careerauthors.com

Now get to writing!

Jul 25, 202143:29
The Working Writer, Episode 06

The Working Writer, Episode 06

Should you go back and take a look at things you've written in the past? How about things you started and never finished? Today, we talk about whether it's worth your time to live in the past or just look to the future. 


It's a short one but we're just setting up for things to come! Join us!


https://www.facebook.com/WorkingWriterPodcast 

Jul 18, 202109:39
The Working Writer, Episode 05 - Director Mark Racop
Jul 11, 202133:50
The Working Writer, Episode 04
Jul 04, 202115:25
The Working Writer, Episode 03 - Actor Katy O'Brian

The Working Writer, Episode 03 - Actor Katy O'Brian

In this episode of The Working Writer, we talk to actor Katy O'Brian about what she, as a working actor, expects from the written material she receives. We have a review of several programs which will help you format your project and I give you an update on "Y Gelli."

https://www.finaldraft.com/

https://www.trelby.org

https://4thewords.com

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/ (Scrivener)

https://www.dabblewriter.com


https://www.bradstaggsvo.com/writing

Jun 27, 202135:16
The Working Writer, Episode 02
Jun 20, 202117:56
The Working Writer, Episode 01 - Editor Angela Vitosky Staggs

The Working Writer, Episode 01 - Editor Angela Vitosky Staggs

This is it! The first episode of The Working Writer! If you love to write but hold down a regular job or two in order to pay the rent, this podcast is for you!

In this episode, I'm we're going to talk about how to remain motivated when life gets in the way of your writing. I'll also start a writing project which you can hold me accountable for finishing as the podcast goes on. I hope you will start a project of your own!

My special guest is very near and dear to me... my Editor who also happens to be my Wife, Angela Staggs! We'll discuss what an Editor expects out of a writer and what a writer can expect from the editor.

Jun 13, 202129:04
The Working Writer Podcast Preview

The Working Writer Podcast Preview

Are you a writer who just happens to work regular jobs to pay the rent? This podcast is for you! The people who love to write in any genre but need a little motivation after a day (or night) at work. Join me starting Sunday, June 13, for a talk about writing when it's not what keeps a roof over your head. We'll have a guest every other week and you can join me as I start a new project from inception. Now get to writing!

Jun 06, 202100:47