The Writers Hangout
THE WRITERS HANGOUT, a podcast that celebrates the many stages of writing from inspiration to the first draft, revising, getting a project made and everything in-between. We’ll talk to the best and brightest in the entertainment industry and create a space where you can hang out, learn from the pros and have fun.
Podcasting since 2022 • 179 episodes
The Writers Hangout
Latest Episodes
The Hostile Takeover of Warner Bros. and Its Implications for Writers
Hang out with Sandy as she discusses the joint statement from WGA East and West about the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix and the hostile takeover by Paramount. Plus, an update on Carl Rinch, the writer/director who embezzled $...
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Season 1
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Episode 172
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15:28
Murder of Mafia Princess and Screenwriter Susan Berman
Rewind. On Christmas Eve 2000, Susan Berman, a talented journalist, screenwriter, and author, sadly lost her life at her home on 1527 Benedict Canyon Drive in Beverly Hills. Susan, the cherished daughter of a mobster and a former dancer, was ra...
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Season 1
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Episode 171
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24:44
Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein And 8 Writing Tips
Sandy shares writing advice from Guillermo del Toro, a talented director, screenwriter, producer, and artist whose incredible work spans horror, fiction, and fairy tales. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, in 1964, del Toro’s passion for film and hor...
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Season 1
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Episode 170
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15:24
The Tragic Murder of Screenwriter Adrienne Shelly
In remembrance of the wonderful writer, director, and actor Adrienne Shelly, we're excited to share again The Writers' Hangout Episode dedicated to her story, which we originally posted in the month she passed. It's a heartfelt chance to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 169
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20:44
Our Guest Is Comedy Legend Jerry Zucker!
Sometimes, dreams really do come true! We're thrilled to have with us the amazing Jerry Zucker, who, alongside his brother David and their friend Jim Abrahams, played a huge part in transforming comedy in the 1980s. Together, they brought a fre...
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Season 1
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Episode 168
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