Best 60 Screenwriting Podcasts

Screenwriters John August and Craig Mazin discuss screenwriting and related topics in the film and television industry, everything from getting stuff written to the vagaries of copyright and work-for-hire law. more

Welcome to The Screenwriting Life. Join us as professional screenwriters, Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna, whose combined credits include writing and production on such films as Inside Out, The Good Dinosaur and Captain Marvel discuss the craft, journey and business of writing for the screen. From dialogue to delivery, Meg and Lorien will guide you through the process, offering inside tips and tricks to help you become the best writer you can be. And now Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna. more

The definitive insider's guide to our current golden age of television, Ben Blacker's The Writers Panel is an ever-expanding anthology of live convention panels and intimate in-studio interviews with the writers, producers, and show runners responsible for all the shows you can't stop watching. more

The No Film School Podcast is the audio channel of nofilmschool.com, the leading worldwide community of filmmakers, video producers, and independent creatives. No Film School is where filmmakers learn from each other 'no film school' required. Our podcasts feature interviews with leading filmmakers and industry authorities, check-ins from major film festivals, and our weekly news update. more

'Lessons from the Screenplay' creator Michael Tucker and the LFTS team do deeper dives into the storytelling of individual movies and chat with the creatives behind those films. more

In this podcast, Jeff Goldsmith interviews screenwriters and filmmakers alike about their creative process.

The Indie Film Hustle Podcast is your #1 source for how to hack the film business and indie film world! The show is here to help as many indie filmmakers as I could. We wanted to bring the best guests, industry leaders, creative legends, and film business friends to you, the IFH Tribe. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning Writer/Director Oliver Stone, Barry Sonnenfeld (Men in Black), Alex Proyas (The Crow, I, Robot), James V. more

Join professional script consultant Pilar Alessandra as she demystifies screenwriting and answers your questions about script craft and story. more

The official podcast of the unofficial 'Ramble On' TV Show. Entourage creator Doug Ellin and producer Ted Foxman give you real time updates on the process of making a TV show independently with guests like Charlie Sheen, John C. McGinley, the Real Wolf of Wall Street Jordan Belfort and many more! more

Bulletproof Screenwriting Podcast with Alex Ferrari takes your screenwriting to the next level by showing you how to make your screenplays bulletproof by interviewing the top screenwriters, story consultants & authors in the film industry. They discuss the craft and business of screenwriting. This is the screenwriting podcast for the rest of us. No fluff. No BS. Just straight talk that will help you on your screenwriting journey. Now get to writing! more

Host Leslie LaPage, Director of LaFemme International Film Festival uncovers the Secrets of Filmmaking with her lineup of industry professional guests. In every episode you will learn things like how to make the most out of the film festival circuit, how to find a great distribution partner, how to attract A list talent, finding the perfect representation, the dirty little secrets of Hollywood and much more. more

Rather than looking at movies in terms of 'two thumbs up' or 'two thumbs down' Award Winning Screenwriter Jacob Krueger discusses what you can learn from them as a screenwriter. He looks at good movies, bad movies, movies we love, and movies we hate, exploring how they were built, and how you can apply those lessons to your own writing. More information and full archives at WriteYourScreenplay.com more

Liz Manashil and Alrik Bursell discuss independent filmmaking, everything from writing, producing and directing to working as crew. But this is not just a podcast about 'making it,' it's also about struggling with rejection, self-doubt and everything else that comes with pursuing a career in film. Follow along as we forge our own way through the industry and talk to guests who are also making it happen. more

Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry. more

Write About Now features in-depth interviews with successful writers of all types and stripes journalists, screenwriters, novelists, ghostwriters, and more. Host, Jonathan Small, takes a deep dive into how writers master their craft, offering tips, inspiration, and laughs for both aspiring and professional scribes. more

Interviews with leading film and TV creators about their process and craft. From screenwriting to film language to cinematography, they examining the innovative ways today's best filmmakers are getting their visions out into the world. more

A podcast about the first-draft secrets behind great movies. In each episode, the screenwriter behind a beloved film shares with us their initial screenplay for that movie. We then talk through what changed, what didn't, and why on its journey to the big screen. Hosted by Al Horner and produced by Kamil Dymek. more

Designed to help you navigate the screenwriting industry, Final Draft, interviews working screenwriters, agents, managers, and producers to show you how successful executives and writers make a living writing and working with screenplays, and how you can use their knowledge to break into the industry. Subscribe today to catch every episode! more

A podcast about how to make film and TV by filmmakers who actually make them. Interviewing guests from the film-making world from Indie film to Hollywood and everything in between. Hosts Giles Alderson (The Dare), Dom Lenoir (Winter Ridge) Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar (Wolves of War), Tori & Matthew Butler-Hart (Two Down), Phil Hawkins (Prancer: A Christmas Tale), Stephen Follows (Film Data Analyst), Christian James (Fanged Up), Andy Rodger (Three Day Millionaire) and many others explore the world behind-the-scenes of making films and TV, talking to the actors, writers, directors and producers who make them! more

Austin Film Festival's On Story Podcast is the companion to Austin Film Festival's television show, On Story. Get an uncensored inside look at the creative process of filmmaking through the eyes of some of the entertainment industry's most prolific writers, directors, and producers. more

A weekly dose of tips, techniques and inspiration to help screenwriters and filmmakers achieve their creative dreams. more

Successful screenwriters and filmmakers discuss what it takes to make it in the industry.

Welcome to the Curious about Screenwriting Podcast where you'll enjoy listening to fascinating film industry guests who share their insights on how you can take your screenwriting career to the next level. more

Two emerging screenwriters, Chas Fisher and Stuart Willis: try to work out what makes great screenplays work. Discovering what it takes by analysing what successful writers put on the page. more

Crew Call is a Deadline podcast hosted by Anthony D'Alessandro. It features in depth interviews with some of the biggest movers and shakers in the entertainment industry. more

Behind the glitz and glamor, Hollywood can be brutal. For every success, there are many more rejections and failures. Screaming into the Hollywood Abyss explores that world and each week a new guest will talk about dealing with rejection, failure and adversity in the entertainment industry. Writer Noah Evslin and podcaster Dan Rutstein ask the questions. more

Welcome to the Act Two Podcast where screenwriters Tasha Huo and Josh Hallman demystify what it means to be an everyday working Screenwriter. A podcast for Screenwriters, by Screenwriters. more

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. Plus, True Crime stories about writers. more

Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I have seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I have created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it. more

News and information about the WGAw, and interviews with screenwriters from the worlds of movies, television, and new media. more

Zena Dell Lowe is a seasoned and engaging teacher with a passion for writers and storytellers. Her focused, concise, and practical episodes (all roughly 20 minutes) not only explore the nuts and bolts of the craft, but also dive deep into the inner life of the artist and the 'why' behind creativity. If you believe that story matters, you'll want to give this podcast a listen. more

Listen to interviews with world-class Australian directors, producers, writers and other industry professionals as they discuss their careers, latest projects and industry trends. Screen Australia aims to inspire, inform and engage screen audiences through compelling Australian storytelling. more

Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker  Rod 'Tuddy' Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!  more

A Podcast for the Creative Mind

Independent Filmmaker Josh Stifter of Flush Studios and Robert Rodriguez's show 'Rebel with a Crew,' sits down and speaks with indie filmmakers, creative artists about life in independent filmmaking, the creative process, and making it the crazy film business. more

A filmmaker and a writer tackle the AFI's Top 100 Films and beyond to educate themselves about movies and storytelling. Welcome to Film School! more

The ins and outs, tips and tricks, and dirt on the independent film industry. getreelisms.com

Writers Group Therapy is a podcast by writers for writers. We cover timeless topics for writers on the craft, important issues related to the business of writing, and interviews with up-and-coming and established writers, agents, and other people who will appear in a writer's life at some point in their journey. more

Musings about film and life from UCLA professor Richard Walter. richardwalter.substack.com

El podcast que habla de las herramientas y estrategias más utilizadas por los guionistas, las técnicas narrativas que todo guionista debe conocer y analiza qué es lo específico de cada medio y cómo enfrentarse a sus guiones. more

On the Filmmaking (Actually) podcast, award-winning indie filmmaker Koura Linda talks all things indie film, from project development through navigating the festival circuit! From finding (or writing) a good story to casting and auditioning, getting funding, planning for post-production, utilizing festivals to grow your network, and everything in between including travel tips and any other random related topic. more

FADE IN is an audio movie about legendary films and TV series and the crazy and talented dreamers who made them. The risks and stakes, the battles, the behind-the-scenes stories nobody knows. Against all odds and usually teetering on failure, these filmmakers and show-runners made something great, something lasting. From the makers of INSIDE PSYCHO, INSIDE THE EXORCIST, and INSIDE JAWS comes FADE IN: QUENTIN TARANTINO AND PULP FICTION. Inspired by the true story. more

Mark Sevi, a professional scriptwriter, with a motley crew of professional filmmakers, students and oddballs, talks about show business with an emphasis on writing and scriptwriting techniques and tips. more

A Pipeline Artists original podcast about nothing and everything. Hosts Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman share the truth, and nothing but the truth, about the challenges and benefits of living life as artists, striving for freedom to create in any medium, even ones you never thought of before. It's honest—no sugarcoating or selling hope. We tell it like it is, while always finding ways to make lemonade out of lemons. Think of us as Michael Bay, but with action items that don't explode. more

Daily discussions about the latest movies and television, including analysis and pro-tips from our global network of screenwriters. Visit thescriptdepartment.net for more shows in our podcast network and to keep up-to-date on our latest projects. Welcome to The Script Department.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-script-department-screenwriting-discussion--3123141/support. more

The Film Situation is a podcast by filmmakers and for cinema enthusiasts. We interview directors, writers, actors, producers, and other movie industry folks to discuss their work and the films that inspired them.Hosted by Zef Cota more

J.C Stewart and Kenyatta Hoskins are co-organizers of the Boston Screenwriter's Group (BOSSG) and filmmakers who just love talking about movies with Boston Area educator and fellow cinephile Mark Liddell. Join us and other guests as we bring you discussions on movies, streaming shows, and interviews with filmmakers with our On/Set segment! We'll aim to give you in-depth opinions on the story, messages, and techniques behind these works. Join the BOSSG here: https://www.meetup.com/The-Boston-Screenwriters-Group/ and see links on our Anchor profile! Email: bostonscreenwritersgroup@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/script2screen-podcast/support more

Dr. Rosanne Welch teaches and speaks on the nature of screenwriting,l television, film, writing, popular culture and more! more

GenreTainment is where Julie and Marx talk about what is happening in the world of film, TV and web series. They give you interviews with writers, directors, producers and actors in both independent and not-so-independent creations. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genretainment/support more

Descubre ideas, proyectos y temas de actualidad de Guatemala y el mundo.

The Playhouse West Podcast is all about the Meisner Technique that has been used by 1000's of actors. We will talk to the teachers and the students of this school. We will also be speaking with the alumni who came through these doors and have found success in the entertainment industry. more

This podcast will focus on Actors, Writers, Producers, Directors, Post Production, you name it!! If you are working hard trying to break in, if you are in Los Angeles or out of the area people want to hear your story!! Please bring your successes and hardships to our listeners!! more