John and Craig welcome back Aline Brosh McKenna to tackle the issue of idea management. What do you do with all those half-formed ideas and how do you decide which ones to pursue? They share best practices and their approach to middle-of-the-night inspiration.

We’ll also discuss how screenwriters quotes are determined and answer some listener questions.

Links:

• For anyone experiencing issues with the app, please try signing up for premium using this link! Email ask@johnaugust.com with any questions.
• The Shadows Casting Call John is looking for a 15-year-old blind actress for the lead role — please help by sharing this link with anyone who might be a good fit!
• Dungeon World
• Crazy, Rich Asians Pay Disparity
• Searching for Bobby Fischer
• After Dark My Sweet
• Reg Ex Crossword Puzzle
• Sooth Massage App
• Assassin’s Creed
• John August on Twitter
• Craig Mazin on Twitter
• Aline Brosh McKenna on Twitter
• John on Instagram
• Outro by Victor Krause (send us yours!)

Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

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