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artistic value vs. monetary value

7 days ago 18m 9s

allegedly. don’t believe me. this is just for entertainment purposes. :)YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/avq6d40B0Mg?si=brFNXT4Z4heB0w9m Here are some families you can help just by donating as little as $1, $5, or $10 OR share it with your ne

why movies today suck + a critique of franchise and remakes

14 days ago 17m 55s

why do they keep making remakes, prequels, sequels, and adaptations? well, it's because it’s easy, lazy, and risk-free. let’s talk about it. let’s talk about what you can do as a screenwriter, filmmaker, and artist to break free from these chai

underappreciated writers + the reality that no one talks about

22 days ago 18m 1s

does the majority of the audience know the name of the screenwriter who wrote their favorite movies and shows? if anything, you probably know the author of the book if it’s adapted from a book, but not the screenwriter who adapted it into a mov

the fear of starting - how to break out and idea dump

28 days ago 8m 34s

why do we procrastinate? let’s discuss some ways you can move past the initial paralysis and start developing your screenplay, fiction story, book, or idea. video version - https://youtu.be/j62dlmcaAjw?si=LqfwpIFo3h8lKDL_if you're an aspiring f

can you steal ideas + copyrighting and more

Apr 19th, 2024 18m 12s

we’re talking about the fear of your idea getting stolen, how to protect your work, and real stories about copyrighting, protection, the fear, and more. if you're an aspiring filmmaker, screenwriter, or actor, or if you dream about being a part

the “chicken-and-egg” conundrum + gatekeeping in hollywood

Apr 16th, 2024 11m 39s

let’s talk about actual gatekeeping in hollywood, which extends beyond mere nepotism. this episode explores the biggest chicken-and-egg conundrum in the screenwriting field: “oh, you need an agent or a manager to introduce you to a producer” bu

hi, i'm kelly's alien + reality of an artist visa in the US

Apr 14th, 2024 15m 6s

this episode explores the reality of being a foreign artist based in the united states and discusses the process, restrictions, and everything else surrounding the artist visa (O-1 visa). it doesn't matter if you're an american or a foreigner;

baking tray incident + tv writing lessons

Apr 7th, 2024 23m 18s

i had an unforgettable experience when I burned my fingerprints while handling a scorching baking tray without any protection... through this mishap, i'm sharing insider tips into tv writing, the importance of professional boundaries, and how o

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