How I Write: A Podcast About Screenwriting

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A show about the highs, lows and workflows of screenwriting. Each week, an acclaimed movie or TV writer walks us through their creative process – from outline to the finish line. Presented by Arc Studio Pro.

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Episodes

Elizabeth Ito (City Of Ghosts)

The creator of one of 2021's most uplifting and inclusive animated series discusses her improvisational method for writing naturalistic dialogue, and why the best kids TV shows don't talk down to their audience. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial tod...

Dec 16, 2021•23 min

Bush + Renz (Antebellum)

The creators of last year's powerful Antebellum break down the balance between activism and entertainment in their politically-charged work, and share their tips on crafting effective twists. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcSt...

Dec 09, 2021•22 min

Sam Boyd (Love Life)

The creator of the moving HBO Max series Love Life discusses how "productive procrastination" and applying action verbs to the beginning and end of each scene helps him write affecting drama. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcSt...

Dec 02, 2021•25 min

Gennifer Hutchison (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul)

The screenwriter behind gripping episodes of Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and Amazon's upcoming Lord of the Rings series explains why she's attracted to stories about "ordinary people in extraordinary situations." Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial...

Nov 25, 2021•26 min

Will Collins (Wolfwalkers)

The screenwriter behind Cartoon Saloon's jaw-dropping animation Wolfwalkers discusses writing his way to an Oscar nomination one fifteen-minute burst of creativity at a time. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcStudioPro.com....

Nov 18, 2021•22 min

David Gordon Green (Halloween Kills)

The writer-director of 2018's Halloween, Halloween Kills and an upcoming trilogy of Exorcist sequels on how drawing, bike rides and ice baths became key to his creative routine. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcStudioPro.com ....

Nov 11, 2021•21 min

Jim Cummings (The Beta Test, Thunder Road)

The Beta Test star reveals why he loves "writing out loud" and why making podcast versions of his first drafts complete with music and SFX is key to his creative process. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcStudioPro.com ....

Nov 11, 2021•22 min

Misha Green (Lovecraft Country)

The Lovecraft Country creator explains why she loves "stories of physical and metaphorical survival" – and the screenwriting tips and tricks that she uses to write them. Written and hosted by Al Horner, produced by Kamil Dymek, with music by Nafets and Oliver Knowles. How I Write is a Script Apart podcast, presented by Arc Studio Pro – the screenwriting software that lets writers stay focused on the stories they're trying to tell. Get your free trial today by visiting ArcStudioPro.com ....

Nov 11, 2021•22 min

Introducing How I Write

Say hello to How I Write – a podcast about the highs, lows and workflows of screenwriting. Launches Friday November 12th. Presented by Arc Studio Pro . https://www.arcstudiopro.com/how-i-write

Nov 02, 2021•1 min

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