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The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For Writers Who Break The Rules)

Brandon Violette

You don"t build a writing career without breaking a few rules. The Story Series Podcast is a screenwriting and creativity show hosted by screenwriter Brandon Violette (Disney, Netflix, Pixar). Each week, Brandon sits down with writers, showrunners, filmmakers, authors, and creators for candid conversations about story structure, character development, pitching, and the creative mindset. Designed for writers and storytellers at any level, every episode delivers actionable techniques, clear

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The Pitch Docs Presents: Scott Gray - Writing for...

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/08/07

Scott Gray is an Emmy and Writers Guild Award-winning writer with over two decades of experience in animation. He’s written for Rugrats, Pupstruction, LazyTown, Rusty Rivets, Mecha Builders, and more, with credits across Nickelodeon, Disney, Netflix, and Sesame Workshop. He’s served as a head writer, staff writer, and story editor, and has also contributed to comic books, video games, and national comic strips. Known for his sharp dialogue, character-driven storytelling, and versatility, Scott has

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#21 - Creative Rebellion | John S. Couch

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/08/04

John S. Couch is a visionary writer, designer, and technologist dedicated to unlocking creative potential. He leads Galvanize Studios, which has partnered with Amazon Prime Video and Verses.ai on future-focused design and strategy. Formerly Chief Experience Officer at Blockchain Creative Labs (Fox) and VP of Product Design at Hulu, John has shaped groundbreaking user experiences - from Hulu’s major redesigns to web3 innovation in content creation. His book, The Art of Creative Rebellion, reflects

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20:27

#20.5 - "The Rule I Break" - 10 Guests, 10 Answers

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/07/28

10 guests. 10 answers. 1 powerful question: “What’s a rule in your industry you don't follow or believe in?” In this bonus episode, we revisit the answers from the last 10 guests - a mix of showrunners, startup founders, fitness experts, and creative disruptors - each offering their own raw, unfiltered take on the rules they’ve chosen to break. From ignoring screenwriting “don’ts” to saying no to gigs that don’t align with your life to tossing out the 10,000-hour myth - this is a masterclass in

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01:14:38

#20 - Make It Personal | David Levy

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2025/07/21

David Levy is the Head of Studio at Pinkfong USA, where he oversees original IP and creative direction on co-productions for the company behind Baby Shark. With over 20 years in animation, Levy has held roles at Disney, Viacom, and Warner Bros. As Director of Animation at Disney+, he led teams creating content for Pixar, Lucasfilm, and more. He is also the author of Your Career in Animation: How to Survive and Thrive, and has taught at Parsons, SVA, and NYU. A former president of ASIFA-East, Levy

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01:10:29

#19 - Take the Meeting | Jeff Aghassi

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2025/07/14

Jeff Aghassi is a 30-year film and television industry veteran, literary manager, and producer. He began as a location manager on Tank Girl and The Crucible before moving into agenting under renowned agent Lynn Pleshette. Jeff contributed to sales of major works including Cold Mountain, Memoirs of a Geisha, and Brokeback Mountain. Since 2007, he has managed a diverse roster of writers, directors, and creators across film, TV, and publishing. His clients’ work spans preschool animation to

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01:13:30

#18 - The Authentic Host | Tanya Memme

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/07/07

Tanya Memme is an Emmy-nominated TV host, award-winning producer, and internationally recognized speaker, best known as the host of A&E’s hit series Sell This House. Over her 20-year career, Tanya has anchored and produced acclaimed programs for networks including A&E, TLC, Hallmark, and CBS, conducted hundreds of celebrity interviews on the world’s biggest red carpets, and appeared in more than 50 national commercials. She is the founder of Mastering the Spotlight Academy, where she empowers

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01:10:47

#17 - Write Like a Pro | Daniel Calvisi

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/06/30

Daniel Calvisi is a Script Doctor, Writing Coach and the author of Story Maps: How to Write a GREAT Screenplay and Story Maps: TV DRAMA: The Structure of the One-Hour Television Pilot. He was the Script Consultant on the upcoming feature "Devoted" starring Mena Suvari and Skeet Ulrich. Daniel is a former Story Analyst for major studios like Twentieth Century Fox, Miramax Films and New Line Cinema, and as a versatile screenwriter, his three most recent writing assignments were on a feature thriller,

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01:38:08

#16 - From Intern to Icon | Farnaz Esnaashari

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/06/23

Farnaz Esnaashari rose from Nickelodeon intern to creator and executive producer during her 17-year run at the studio. While running post on Dora the Explorer she developed and sold several shows, ultimately creating Shimmer & Shine, a preschool juggernaut that built a multi-billion-dollar global franchise. Farnaz has steered projects for Disney, Nickelodeon, Spin Master, Mattel and more, and served as SVP, Creative at BRON Digital, leading Unreal Engine series and companion games. Also a Simon &

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01:19:53

#15 - Love, Camera, Action | Noël Stark

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/06/16

Noël Stark is the author of Love, Camera, Action, a smart, steamy debut novel that pulls back the curtain on life behind the scenes of a TV set. A true industry veteran, Noël has worked in nearly every role in film and television—both in front of and behind the camera. Although she’s Canadian, she lives in L.A. with her young son, desperately missing winter. She likes chocolate milk in her coffee and gets most of her real world intel from her three step kids. 📌Learn more about Noël:

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01:21:20

#14 - A Composer's Puzzle - Mike Reagan

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/06/09

Mike Reagan is an award-winning composer, songwriter, and producer for film, TV, and games, known for his work on God of War, Wow Wow Wubbzy, Chico Bon Bon, and Rock, Paper, Scissors (Nickelodeon). A Berklee alum and former sound designer on Face/Off, Mike blends orchestral, electronic, and world music with hands-on multi-instrumentalism. His credits include scoring for Disney, Marvel, Sony, and composing Grammy-winning songs like “Take the First Step” (Elmo in Grouchland). Mike records globally

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01:09:36

#13 - The Founder's Fight - Mengting Hou

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/06/02

Mengting Hou is an entrepreneur and the founder of Mimir, an AI-enhaned language learning platform that transforms language learning by focusing on real-life content and conversation. With a background in law, commerce, finance, and strategy, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to solving challenges in education. Mengting has led business development across industries, forged global partnerships, and managed complex investments. Her mission is to bridge the gap between innovative technology and

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01:19:40

#12 - The Making of a Showrunner | Rick Suvalle

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/05/26

Rick Suvalle is a writer, producer and showrunner known for creating and producing DreamWorks’ "Dew Drop Diaries" and Mattel’s "Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go!" and for his work as Head Writer/Story Editor on Amazon’s Emmy-nominated animated series "The Stinky & Dirty Show". Other recent credits include five television movie premieres including the Hallmark Channel Original Movie "Campfire Kiss" and the Syfy Original Movies "The Hollow" and "Roadkill". Rick’s work spans animation and live action,

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01:12:35

#11 - Muscle & Mindset | Marlyn Benitez

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/05/19

Marlyn Benitez is a women’s fitness and nutrition coach helping busy moms reset their mindset, fuel their bodies, and train with purpose—without restrictive dieting. Based in Santa Clarita, California, Marlyn draws from her experience as a mom of three to support women in building sustainable health habits that fit real life. Raised in a hardworking Latino household, her passion for wellness grew after becoming a mother, inspiring her to create programs that blend strength, flexibility, and mindset

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#10.5 - "The Rule I Break" - 10 Guests, 10 Answers

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/05/12

10 guests. 10 answers. 1 powerful question: “What’s a rule in your industry you don't follow or believe in?” In this bonus episode, I’ve gathered answers to the question I ask every guest. The responses are surprising, deeply human and reminders that rule breaking isn’t always reckless… sometimes it’s requisite to carving out a path that's uniquely yours. Whether you're new to the podcast or have been following since the beginning, this compilation offers a glimpse into the mindset of artists,

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01:29:27

#10 - Two Lives of a Storyteller | Jeffrey Fleishman

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/05/05

Jeffrey Fleishman is a Pulitzer Prize finalist, novelist, and former senior writer for the Los Angeles Times. He previously served as the paper’s foreign and national editor, and was bureau chief in Cairo and Berlin. A longtime foreign correspondent, Fleishman also reported from Rome for the Philadelphia Inquirer. He is the author of five novels, including My Detective and Good Night, Forever, blending his journalistic eye with a deep love for noir and literary fiction. Learn more about Jeffrey:

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01:21:00

#9 - Culture Misfit | Marisa Balkus

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/04/28

Marisa Balkus is a seasoned producer and executive specializing in anime, adult animation, and IP adaptations. She began her career at New Regency Productions, contributing to acclaimed films like The Revenant and Ad Astra. In 2017, she joined Crunchyroll to oversee original series and co-productions across Japan and the U.S. Most recently, she served on Netflix’s Adult Animation team, focusing on gaming adaptations such as Arcane, Devil May Cry, and Tomb Raider. Marisa now runs Culture Misfit, a

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01:24:32

#8 - The Gift of Intentionality | Viri Maldonado

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/04/21

Viri Maldonado is a multi-hyphenate creative, luxury gifting expert, and former TV producer based in Los Angeles. Raised in the San Fernando Valley, Viri built a career behind the scenes in television, but after years in entertainment, made a creative pivot into luxury retail, where she found her niche in high-end gifting. Today, Viri runs a blog devoted to intentional, beautifully curated gift-giving and is the founder of an upcoming line of luxury gift bags and birthday cards designed to be as

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01:29:27

#7 - A Screenwriter's Journey | Ron Mita

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/04/14

Ron Mita is a veteran screenwriter whose films have earned over $530 million worldwide. His credits include the animated feature Robots (20th Century Fox), S.W.A.T. starring Samuel L. Jackson and Colin Farrell (Columbia Pictures), Sniper II (Tri-Star), and 24 Hours to Live starring Ethan Hawke. Since selling his first screenplay to Columbia Pictures in 1993, Ron has worked with top studios including Universal, Sony, HBO, TNT, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks, and CBS. He holds a Master’s in screenwriting

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01:29:36

#6 - Leading With Humanity | Paul Falcone

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/04/07

Paul Falcone is a bestselling author and workplace leadership expert with decades of HR executive experience at top organizations like Nickelodeon, Paramount, and NBCUniversal. As the principal of Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Consulting, he helps companies of all sizes strengthen leadership through keynote speaking, executive coaching, and custom training programs. A longtime SHRM columnist and HarperCollins author, Paul specializes in performance management, leadership communication, and

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01:10:47

#5 - 14 Million Views Later | Agnes Lee

The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For... ·

2025/03/31

Agnes Lee is a self-published children’s book author from Riverside County, California who turned a dream into a viral reality. While preparing for law school admissions, she took a bold detour in August 2024 to pursue storytelling—something that had always been close to her heart. That leap paid off when a single TikTok video went viral, racking up over 14 million views and propelling her debut book to an instant sellout. Since then, Agnes has captured the attention of readers and media alike, with

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