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Living To Write

Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson

Join screenwriters Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson as they dive into conversations with accomplished writers, exploring their creative processes, triumphs, challenges, and insights. Discover behind-the-scenes stories from your favourite films and TV shows, discussing how initial drafts evolve into the final product with advice from those who LIVE TO WRITE. Presented in collaboration with David Kirkpatrick, founder of Story Summit. This podcast features candid, unfiltered discussions with genuine

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James Eason-Garcia

Living To Write ·

2025/11/11

Imagine writing for an animated Disney series. Now, imagine being invited to write for the Star Wars universe. And imagine that leading you to the Marvel universe.And now, imagine your audience is preschoolers!In this episode of Living To Write, Brian and Bailey talk with James Eason-Garcia, who has done all this and more.His behind-the-scenes stories are fun and enlightening, and his industry and craft advice applies to far more than just animation and writing for kids.Join us to hear everything

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Paul Schrader

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2025/09/23

Paul Schrader wrote classics like Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and The Last Temptation of Christ, directed American Gigolo, Affliction and First Reformed, documented the history of the transcendental style of film, and he’s still hard at work telling stories with impact.In this special episode, we present his engaging Story Summit VIP Guest Lecture, recorded shortly after the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where he premiered his latest feature, Oh, Canada.Hear how a strict Calvinist upbringing devoid of

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61:32

Dan Gregor & Doug Mand

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2025/08/19

Brian and Bailey chat with The Naked Gun (2025) screenwriters Dan Gregor and Doug Mand.Comedy ain’t easy. And neither is the job of continuing the beloved Naked Gun franchise with a new chapter that honors the spirit of Lt. Frank Drebin without feeling stuck in the past.But that is exactly what Dan Gregor and Doug Mand have accomplished, and they are here to discuss why and how they do what they do, the lessons learned from years of partnership, and what it takes to keep audiences laughing in a new

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46:54

David Paul Kirkpatrick - Part 2

Living To Write ·

2025/07/15

Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson conclude their two-part conversation with former president of Paramount Motion Picture Group, David Paul Kirkpatrick.As the man who greenlit some of the most iconic films in cinematic history, David knows not only how the Hollywood machine works, but why it sometimes doesn’t.Why do so few people in the studio system actually read scripts? Why does strong coverage matter more than you think? What does it take to get a studio project across the finish line? And what

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52:17

David Paul Kirkpatrick - Part 1

Living To Write ·

2025/07/01

On the latest episode of the Living to Write, Brian and Bailey chat with Story Summit founder and former Paramount Pictures studio executive David Paul Kirkpatrick in Part 1 of an unforgettable conversation.Throughout his illustrious career as president of the Motion Picture Group and head of production at both Disney and Touchstone, David helped bring to life some of the most iconic and influential films and franchises of all time, including — Indiana Jones, Star Trek, Friday the 13th, Top Gun,

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59:57

Peter Hastings

Living To Write ·

2025/03/25

On this episode of Living to Write, Brian and Bailey sit down with Emmy- and Peabody-award-winning writer/director Peter Hastings.With Dog Man now out in the world, Peter discusses why he writes, how improv led him to screenwriting, what it was like working with Steven Spielberg on Animaniacs, and how writing is like music for him. Plus, a look at the projects that shaped his career and what keeps him coming back to the blank page.Support for this episode comes from Story Summit.This podcast is

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Drew Hancock

Living To Write ·

2025/02/11

This time on Living to Write, writer-director Drew Hancock, fresh off his feature debut Companion, talks with us about why he writes, how he came to direct his very first feature, why story is everything, and how he gets the work done without imposter syndrome getting in his way.Support for this episode comes from Story Summit.This episode is produced by Brian Landwehr & Bailey Patterson.

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60:19

Patrick Meighan

Living To Write ·

2024/10/29

Lucky there’s a Patrick Meighan guy! This week, as Family Guy celebrates its 25th anniversary, we sit down with Family Guy and TED series writer Patrick Meighan to talk about his start in the industry, what it’s like keeping the Griffin family fresh all this time, and what life in a writer's room is really like. Patrick discusses his approaches to comedy, the art of balancing irreverence with heart, how a changing culture affects edgy humor, and his journey from intern to guy who writes the show.For

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54:56

Michael Jamin

Living To Write ·

2024/08/27

Emmy-nominated screenwriter, showrunner, and now author Michael Jamin is here! With credits that include 'King of the Hill,' 'Beavis & Butthead,' 'Just Shoot Me,' 'Tacoma FD,' and more. His debut book, A Paper Orchestra, a collection of personal essays, is out now.In this episode, Michael chats why he chose to build a social media following and how it helped grow his audience for the book. We also discuss his writing process, what it means to be a Showrunner and how to break into the writer's

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41:48

Michael Sarnoski

Living To Write ·

2024/08/06

Ever wondered what it’s like to send Nicolas Cage on a quest for a stolen truffle pig or craft a post-apocalyptic studio blockbuster? Writer and director Michael Sarnoski is here to share all the details on how he blends subtle darkness with authentic humane connection.Join us as Michael takes us through the writing process of "Pig" and "A Quiet Place: Day One," working on a studio franchise, vomit drafts, finding his unique voice on the page, and advice to emerging writers. Plus, we tackle his next

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83:40

Mick Garris

Living To Write ·

2024/07/23

The time has finally come. A master of horror himself, writer, director, and producer Mick Garris is here! A frequent collaborator with Stephen King, Mick has directed seven adaptations of King’s works, including The Stand, The Shining, Sleepwalkers, and Desperation. He's also the mind behind Hocus Pocus, Psycho IV, and Masters of Horror, featuring other genre directors like John Carpenter and Joe Dante.Mick takes us through his humble beginnings, from first writing at 12, how he approaches writing

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Sofya Levitsky-Weitz

Living To Write ·

2024/06/18

YES, CHEF! Sofya Levitsky-Weitz is here! She is a playwright and screenwriter who divides her time between Brooklyn and Los Angeles. Sofya works as a story editor and writer on FX's "The Bear," and has also contributed to "Gaslit" (Starz) and "The Dropout" (Hulu). Her play "This Party Sucks" is scheduled for production later this year.Let's go behind the scenes of "The Bear" and see how the writer's room operates. We will discuss Sofya's creative processes, beginnings in the industry, relationships

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52:30

Randal Kleiser

Living To Write ·

2023/10/05

Did someone say, 'Grease Lightning!?' Today, we're joined by Hollywood icon Randal Kleiser, who starred in George Lucas's first student film, played the first American superhero on screen, and directed hits such as "The Blue Lagoon" and "White Fang." He's here to discuss his latest novel, "Drawing Directors," sharing his close encounters with directors who shaped his career. What attracts a director to a script? Tune in for an unforgettable journey with the man behind "Grease" and much more!

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Mark Blutman

Living To Write ·

2023/08/20

"Bailey Meets World" Brian and Bailey chat with Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, and Director, Mark Blutman of Boy Meets World, Ghostwriter and Girl Meets World fame about how and why he writes, the lasting influence of Boy Meets World, finding the best poutine in Canada (eh), the ongoing WGA strike, and why being a #PREWGA member is more important than ever for emerging writers...You can follow Mark on Twitter (X) at @BlutmanMark.WGA CONTRACT 2023 (UPDATE)Join the Story Summit Facebook writing

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Jessica Welsh

Living To Write ·

2023/06/13

Let's go, girls -- we mean writers! This week on Living to Write, we're joined by the talented Jessica Welsh, whose not only a member of the WGA but a participant in the Story Summit. We'll talk about her acclaimed spec script “Shania!”, which was featured on the 2021 Blacklist, delve into her life as an Apple TV writer, and she'll provide an insider's perspective on the 2023 writers' strike. Plus, we tackle the most common debate among screenwriters - Is outlining a must? Get to listening. You

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52:39

Spyder Dobrofsky

Living To Write ·

2023/04/21

In today’s episode, we're thrilled to have an enthralling conversation with the multifaceted Spyder Dobrofsky! He'll share his journey from crafting heartwarming Hallmark Christmas movies to penning the horror/western hit film "Teardrop" on Tubi. To top it all off, we'll also dive into his memorable appearance on the Jay Leno Show...Follow Spyder on Twitter @SpyderDobrofskyKeep up with his upcoming directorial debut - Down BelowThis podcast is produced by Brian Landwehr, Bailey Patterson and in

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Jeff Arch

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2022/10/31

In this premier episode of the Living To Write, we chat with Jeff Arch, the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Sleepless in Seattle and author of Attachments. Join us as we explore his creative process, how he sold Sleepless, the uproarious comedy offer that came his way, and his thoughts on the eternal conundrum...Why do men lie?Show notes:JEFF'S NOVEL ATTACHMENTS: https://www.amazon.com/Attachments-Novel-Jeff-Arch/dp/1684635004STORY SUMMIT WRITING GROUP:

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