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CTRL ALT Delete': A Comedy Web Series That's Changing the Narrative of Abortion

June 4, 2019

When you think of abortion, comedy may not be the first thing that comes to mind; that’s exactly why writers Roni Geva and Margaret Katch created Ctrl Alt Delete.

Write On with 'Bodyguard' Creator and Showrunner Jed Mercurio

May 30, 2019

Bodyguard creator and showrunner Jed Mercurio discusses his transition from medical doctor to television writer, his blending of the factual and imaginative details in the show, and following the instincts of your inner-writer.

Sprinter' Shows Believing in the Words Can Be Film Gold

May 30, 2019

Writer-director Storm Saulter’s coming-of-age sports drama Sprinter won Best Feature Film, Best Director, and the Audience Award at 2018’s American Black Film Festival, as well as Jury Winner for Best Narrative Feature at the 2019 Pan African Film Fe...

Write On with 'Ozark' Showrunner Chris Mundy

May 29, 2019

Ozark showrunner Chris Mundy discusses his transition from Rolling Stone contributor to television writer, how Ozark came to be, and the dynamics of the show's writers room. Ozark seasons one and two are available for streaming now on Netflix.

Write On with Grey's Anatomy Showrunner Krista Vernoff and Co-EP Elisabeth Finch

May 28, 2019

*Listener discretion is strongly advised: This episode contains sensitive content*

Evolution: Writers Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit on Pokémon Detective Pikachu

May 23, 2019

Pokémon fans have been eagerly anticipating the release of their beloved franchise’s first live-action film.

Write On with 'The Hot Zone' Screenwriting Team Kelly Souders and Brian Peterson

May 23, 2019

Screenwriting team Kelly Souders and Brian Peterson discuss how their 20-year career together began, their first foray in the writers room of Smallville, their strategy for crafting pitches, and their latest adaptation of The Hot Zone as a series for...

Rising Through the Ranks: Xavier Stiles

May 22, 2019

It’s only been 10 months since Xavier Stiles began working for Monica Owusu-Breen on the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, but since day one, it’s been a dream come true.

Write On with Hulu's Catch-22 Screenwriter Luke Davies

May 21, 2019

Screenwriter Luke Davies discusses his earlier work on his novel Candy, the award-winning film Lion, and his adaptation of Joseph Heller's Catch-22 for Hulu, directed by and starring George Clooney.