Season 13
April 22, 2023
A look inside the creative process of writers, creators and filmmakers.
15 Episodes
Episodes
Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
April 22, 2023
Comedy writer Stephen Merchant talks about co-creating the BBC original series "The Office," creating relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
April 29, 2023
Producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman talks about his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC series "Ghosts," including finding the cast and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
A Conversation with Nikyatu Jusu
May 6, 2023
Writer-director Nikyatu Jusu talks about her early short films and the process behind creating her debut feature "Nanny."
On Writing Action with Chris Fedak
May 13, 2023
Action writer Chris Fedak talks about writing compelling action that propels a story forward.
A Conversation with James Grey
May 20, 2023
Writer-director James Gray talks about the evolution of his creative process and career, from his first feature "Little Odessa" to "Armageddon Time."
On Writing Dark Winds with Graham Roland
May 27, 2023
Creator and showrunner Graham Roland talks about the development of "Dark Winds" and the importance of creating a show through a Native American lens.
A Conversation with Dede Gardner
June 3, 2023
Academy Award-winner Dede Gardner, president of Plan B Entertainment, talks about her success as a producer in Hollywood.
Re-living Palm Springs with Andy Siara
June 10, 2023
Writer Andy Siara breaks down the time-bending structure of his science fiction romantic comedy "Palm Springs."
On Writing: Never Have I Ever with Lang Fisher
June 17, 2023
Writer and producer Lang Fisher, co-creator and showrunner of "Never Have I Ever," talks about the stories behind the coming-of-age comedy series.
A Conversation with Edward Neumeier
June 24, 2023
Writer Edward Neumeier talks about writing science fiction and his classic films, such as "RoboCop" and "Starship Troopers."
From Fact to Fiction: Turning a True Story into a Series
July 1, 2023
Writers Liz Hannah and Michael Starrbury relay the delicate process of adapting a real-life story into a scripted television series.
A Conversation With Rob Thomas
July 8, 2023
A look inside the process of producing and writing for television with Rob Thomas, creator of "Veronica Mars" and co-creator of "Party Down."
Sci-Fi Storytelling with Marc Bernardin & Beau DeMayo
July 15, 2023
Marc Bernardin and Beau DeMayo, writers of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" and "Star Trek: Picard," discuss science fiction writing, world-building and bringing new ideas to the classic franchise.
A Conversation With Sarah Polley
July 22, 2023
Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Sarah Polley talks about her storytelling career and the film "Women Talking."
A Conversation with Darren Aronofsky
July 29, 2023
Director Darren Aronofsky reveals details about his unique approach to storytelling and his journey through cinema.
