Reckless Creatives

Can you believe we haven't talked to a horror writer yet? Well, we fixed that ... meet Seth Sherwood. Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman talk with Emmy-nominated horror writer/director Seth Sherwood about the 10 years it took for him to break in, the challenges and joys of writing horror, tips for newbies wanting to break in, and so much more!Seth Sherwood's Full Bio:Seth M Sherwood is an Emmy-nominated Los Angeles-based screenwriter, director, designer, and producer.  His feature screenwriting credits include Leatherface for Millennium/Lion’s Gate and Hellfest for Valhalla/CBS Films. He also provided uncredited on-set script work for London Has Fallen.  On the TV side, Seth has staffed on two teen-horror shows with Awesomeness TV: The Unsettling and Light as a Feather for Hulu. He’s also written for the forthcoming Wytches for Amazon. He has developed original pilots with Amblin TV, Valhalla Entertainment, and Universal.  In the 90s Seth was a Pacific NW art-kid who made zines out of Fangoria magazines at Kinkos and was an early adopter of Apple products, (and now they’ve trapped him.) He hopes to some day pay off his student loans. If he died tomorrow he would be survived by several bottles of anti-anxiety meds.He’s also still looking for somebody to invite him to their D&D group.Resources from this episode:Seth's book, The Scary Movie Writer's GuideSeth's SubstackSeth on X: @SethMSherwoodSeth on IG: @Seth.M.SherwoodPipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most ... maybe not any" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

2/25/25 • 48:04

Sadie and Jeanne chatted with Donald H. Hewitt, a professional screenwriter of 24 years, about his long screenwriting career, his new book (oh ... don't you worry ... it's a good one), and even look back at the mistakes we all make when we're naive and young ... and maybe a little dumb. Lots of great advice we wish we knew years ago!  Resources from this episode:Don's IMDbDon's book, Mastering Screenwriting: From Shorts to FeaturesDon's Screenwriting Coach Los AngelesPipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

12/10/24 • 61:04

Get ready for a fun ride... Sadie and Jeanne speak with Josh Zetumer—showrunner, head writer and executive produce of FX's new series, "Say Nothing," out now on Hulu. Josh discusses the process of adapting The New York Times best selling novel, Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe, the challenges of writing to a tight budget, and shares amazing advice all writers need to hear.You're going to want to watch this series. Maybe even a few times.ABOUT JOSH ZETUMERJoshua Zetumer serves as the showrunner, executive producer and head writer of FX’s Say Nothing, an adaptation of the New York Times best selling and National Book Critics Circle Award for Non-Fiction winning book "Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland" by Patrick Radden Keefe. Zetumer has written on a number of global box office hits, including RoboCop from director Jose Padilha, the action thriller Patriots Day about the Boston Marathon bombings in 2013 and the subsequent terrorist manhunt. Directed by Peter Berg and starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan and Kevin Bacon, Patriots Day was based on the book "Boston Strong" by Casey Sherman and Dave Wedge. He also completed script revisions for the 2008 James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace.Three of Zetumer’s scripts have been included on the Blacklist, two of them in the top ten. Pipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

11/21/24 • 34:09

Sadie and Jeanne sit down with Screenwriter and Career Coach Jenna Avery for some writer therapy, including tips for productivity, pitching, and giving yourself grace. All the things writers struggle with.Resources from this episode:JennaAvery.com - Jenna's website with her scriptsCalledtoWrite.com - Jenna's website for writersFree guidebooks for writers when signing up for my mailing list: Includes workbooks on How to Choose Your Next Book (Or Screenplay!) and Master Your Premise Line, my Character Profile template, and more.Free courses inside the Called to Write community: Create Your Own Writing Tracker, Clear the Decks for Writing, + network access + more free courses coming.Called to Write community membership (paid) with monthly meetings, weekly writing check-ins, six writing sprints each week, and more. Free mini meet & greet session with Jenna to explore coaching together and/or find out more about working with Jenna 1:1 hereAsk the Coach Script columns https://scriptmag.com/ask-the-coachJenna's Final Draft articles.Screenwriters, what challenges do you run into that you'd love to see addressed in this column? Take our short survey here, submit your question to be answered anonymously via my online form here, or email Jenna directly at askthecoach@calledtowrite.com. Look for answers to selected questions in my monthly “Ask the Coach” column on the third Thursday of the month. Find Jenna on X @JennaAvery and Bluesky @jennaavery.bsky.social. Pipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

11/19/24 • 43:04

Screenwriter, memoirist and writing coach, Michelle Cutler, chats with Jeanne Veillette Bowerman about adapting true stories, either as scripts or as memoirs. Everyone has a story in them ... find out how to begin telling it.Resources from this episode: Michelle's WebsiteMichelle's PodcastMichelle's CoachingMichelle on IG: @mickytcutlerRelated Symposium sessions:"Cracking Your Memoir" by Anthony Chin-QueePipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

10/22/24 • 56:19

Okay, okay ... so Sadie and trucker-mouth Jeanne started off swearing and giving outlining advice, but hang in, because after their catch-up craziness, they brought on Jessica Hobbs—screenwriter, author and narrative podcast producer. LOTS of great tips and advice on turning your written words into a podcast!  Resources from this episode:The Witch and Other Tales of the American GothicJessica's Podcast  Jessica's Website  Jessica on TikTok and IGThe Story Will Save You Podcast: Audiobook NarratorHow a Book Becomes a Movie: What Authors and Screenwriters Need to KnowRelated Symposium sessions: Jessica's "Producing a Narrative Podcast" Jessica's "The In's and Out's of Being a Script Supervisor""Self-Publishing: The Fundamentals and Beyond""Logline Workshop" (offered quarterly)Pipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

9/17/24 • 55:55

Sadie and Jeanne catch up with their old friend, Marty Lang—filmmaker, professor, husband, father, and author of The Self-Sustaining Filmmaker.Marty shares honest and practical tips on networking, paying it forward, and surviving as an independent filmmaker while also attempting to juggle life. Resources from this episode:The Self-Sustaining FilmmakerX: @marty_langAnd if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium:A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Pipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

8/1/24 • 48:33

Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman speak with Producer Claire Mundell who founded Synchronicity Films. Among Claire's many projects is the recent series, "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," an adaptation of Heather Morris' best selling novel—a stunning and timely show all should watch.  Dive deep behind the scenes of bringing novels to life on the screen.This moving series inspired Barbara Streisand to record the breathtaking closing-credits song, "Love Will Survive"—her first ever song for a TV series. Resources from this episode:Claire Mundell's bio."The Tattooist of Auschwitz" trailerSynchronicity Films"The Body" announcement on DeadlineIG: @tattooistofauschwitz_official | @synchronicityfilms | @clairey1111X: @SynchronicityFHeather Morris, author of the book.IG: @heathermorrisauthorAnd if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium: A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Pipeline Podcasts:All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.YouTube:Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on X:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsFollow us on IG:@recklesscr8tive@_thesadiedean@jeannevb_@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

7/3/24 • 55:09

What happens when a TV comedy writer sits down with Sadie and Jeanne? Lots of laughs, inspiration and mayhem. But mostly, great advice for anyone who wants to dip their toes into the indie space and take a shot at directing.Christy Stratton, writer on "Modern Family," "Awkward," "King of the Hill," and more, shares insights into making her first short film, The Runt, her hopes of getting funding for a feature, and incredible advice she wishes she had when she first started off as a writer. Catch The Runt at a film festival near you—"a John Hughes-ian coming-of-age short film set in 1979."Resources from this episode: The Runt, short film Screening days and times for The RuntOn-set photos - you gotta check out this roller rink!Christy's GoFundMe IG: @christystratton and @theruntshortfilmIf you want to learn more about taking the leap of being a writer/director, join our Symposium "Directing for Writers: A Crash Course."All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.And if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium: A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

6/19/24 • 57:17

Artist Letitia Lee talks with Sadie and Jeanne about what inspires her to create, the power of art, and the emotion she hopes people feel when they view her stunning work.Her stories will inspire artists of all mediums. Seriously. Listen. Letitia is a one-of-a-kind spirit of joy.Resources:Art by LetitiaYou'll have to stay tuned for a link to Letitia's books ...All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.And if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium: A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

6/7/24 • 50:14

Sadie and Jeanne chat with filmmaker, writer, lyricist, model, director, champion of collaboration, Aimiende Negbenebor Sela of Sela Films, LLC.If you are only working on one project at a time, you need to listen to this. A double listen for anyone who wants advice on filmmaking in a collaborative way ... which is the only way, tbh. Resources from this episode:Follow Aimi on IMDBPro, Vimeo, WebsiteFollow on IG: @selafilmsLove Wins International Film Festival, May 4, 2024Stay tuned for ways to watch Aimi's latest films!All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.And if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium: A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

4/16/24 • 55:01

Yes, you read that right. Dan Mirvish, co-founder of Slamdance, does it all. And his amazing new film, 18 1/2, comes out on DVD this month (see links below ... we have all the links).There is quite literally something for everyone in the episode, from practical advice on film school, turning your art into a business, scones ... and alligators. But most importantly, Dan is possibly the coolest dude we've ever met and we learned so much.Get those earbuds in!Resources from this episode:Dan's two-part interview on Pipeline Artists:- "A Rambling Conversation with Dan Mirvish: Co-Founder of Slamdance, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Indie Darling, Bestselling Author, and Trendsetter"- "More Rambling Conversations with Multi-Hyphenate Dan Mirvish: HBO, a Fictional Pundit, and Advice All Artists Need"18 1/2 trailer18 1/2 DVD (pre-order—out April 9, 2024)Or get 18 1/2 DVD right on MVD's page Bernard and HueyDan's book,The Cheerful Subversive's Guide to Independent Filmmaking, in audio, paperback, or KindleAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.And if you're an indie filmmaking, enter your short film or short script into our Film Pipeline competition!Symposium: A year-round conference in the arts ... and we have free sessions!Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartistsEnter Pipeline's Contests:Script Pipeline (Screenwriting, TV, First Look, Pitch Contest)Film Pipeline (Short Scripts and Short Films)Book Pipeline (Unpublished and Adaptation)

4/3/24 • 82:28

Dusty Wright has done it all—musician, William Morris agent, creator of a magazine, interviewed the likes of Led Zeppelin and Ron Howard, and so much more. His story will not only inspire, but also humble every artist who hears it.This one isn't just for musicians. It's for artists of all stripes! We dive deep into the mindset of the creator.(Apologies for Jeanne's sound sucking in the intro. Don't worry, it's fine for the full interview. Turns out earbuds can't compare to a real mic.) Resources from this episode: Dusty's SiteDusty's MusicCulture CatchDusty on X: @DustyWrightDusty's SubstackBalls of Steel: When Your Writing Life Needs Rescuing (will be live on March 22, 2024 ... stay tuned for link)Symposium: Insights Into the Post-Strike Film & TV Industry (Free)Mr. Roger's Neighborhood creepy lady, Lady ElaineSadie's mom and her killer jazz, Sayed SabrinaAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists

3/12/24 • 78:51

It's time to pull back the curtain and discuss how the sausage gets made. Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman dive deep into their writing process, making goals, sharing a zillion resources they use to get words on the page and thoughts on juggling a crazy life with trying to be creative.This one has more resources than we even realized, and even more to come, so check back later for Sadie's list of writing books!And, of course, Jeanne talks about graves. No shock there. Resources from this episode: Jeanne's Amazing Super-Sized WhiteboardRestickable Writeyboard (Mark Cuban's company) RC episode - Starting Projects: Getting Shit Done 15 Minutes at a TimeLee Jessup's Symposium - Start Your Screenwriting Year with a BangThe Coffee Break Screenwriter by Pilar AlessandraAbbie Emmons YT Scrivener TutorialsSynMap thesaurus programThe Describers DictionaryDaily Life book series The Bald Headed Hermit and the Artichoke (erotica thesaurus)  The Emotion ThesaurusSelf-Publishing Symposium by Karen RichardsonMerriam Webster gif game on XWatch this episode on YouTube (yes, Jeanne finally put an episode up!)More resources to come, so check back later ...All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists

1/19/24 • 53:50

Sadie talks with Maryam Keshavarz about The Persian Version's  Sundance run, writing comedy vs. drama, indie filmmaking, multi-generational stories, and playing the sitar ... because music is at the center of everything creative. The Persian Version is available on all digital platforms.Sadie's interview of Maryam on Script MagazineInstagram:@marakeshfilm@thepersianversionmovie  Purchase or rent at: APPLE TV, PRIME VIDEO, GOOGLE PLAYPipeline ArtistsScript MagazineSymposiumAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

1/2/24 • 30:24

Time for therapy! Sadie and Jeanne chat with Phil Stark, screenwriter of Dude, Where's My Car, "South Park" and more. They discuss his journey from breaking into Hollywood to saving partners from breaking up. You have the questions. Phil has the answers. "Ask Phil" column on Script Magazine gives you a chance to get all your writing questions answered. Email Phil at starktalktherapy@gmail.com Resources from this episode: "Ask Phil" on ScriptmagPhil Stark on X: @pbstarkok Phil's Website: starktalk.netDude, Where's My Car-tharsis?: A Friendly and Engaging Guide to Talk TherapyPipeline ArtistsScript MagazineSymposiumAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

12/19/23 • 58:31

What can we say about Bob? He's a screenwriter, actor, musician and now ... novelist. He's also a hell of a fun interview! Sadie and Jeanne talked with Bob about adapting his very first script (written decades ago) into a YA novel. Oh, yes, he did it! And it's fabulous! But we also address important screenwriting advice, especially on how to keep a career going for a very long time. Grab your earbuds and get ready! Resources from this episode:Bob's YA book: Jessica's Vampire DiaryBob's screenwriting book: That's Not the Way It WorksBob's articles on Pipeline ArtistsBob's articles on Script MagazineBob on X: @BobSnzPipeline ArtistsScript MagazineSymposiumAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

12/1/23 • 66:29

Screenwriter and teacher extraordinaire, Corey Mandell, chats with Sadie and Jeanne about everything from the post-strike landscape in film and TV to building a team to help you get discovered.Oh, and we talked about yo' mama. Maybe. Resources from this episode:Corey's website: coreymandell.net Modern Story Tools Masterclass On-Demand Class (NOTE: Special offer just for RC listeners, if you purchase this on-demand class before November 21, 2023, you can get a full refund if you don't love it after listening to 5 sessions!)All of Corey's ClassesCorey on X: @coreymandellPipeline ArtistsScript MagazineSymposiumAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

11/1/23 • 75:05

"What's the point of anything anymore?" ... that question launched a rambling convo between Sadie and Jeanne which culminated in many thoughts. Maybe too many thoughts.We aren't sorry.Resources from this episode:Deadlocked documentaryFloyd Abrams: Speaking Freely documentary"Ask Phil: Learning to Set Professional Boundaries"All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

9/20/23 • 54:55

This is a true reunion of the Three Amigos, but instead of drinking margaritas, the convo is all about writing. The talented Mario O. Moreno branched out from screenwriting and adapted his script into a novella … that’s written as a rap! Trust us, you want to listen to this one.Oh, and there's a Sexy Clock™.Watch for Sadie, Mario and Jeanne to rap in the near future. Tamborine donations welcome. Send them all to Mario.Resources from this episode:Mario's Website: mariomorenowrites.com Killa: A Mixtape Novella by Mario O. MorenoThe Pocket Screenwriting Guide by Mario O. Moreno and Anthony GriecoMario on Twitter: @MarioOMoreno37Mario on IG: @MarioMoreno37The Pocket Screenwriting Guide on FBJeanne's Sexy ClockAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

8/4/23 • 65:52

Where do we begin? How about with the raw truth, delivered by the one and only Christopher Derrick. We dive into his experience breaking into TV writing, the bumps and bruises he got along the way, the challenges of A.I., and even the lessons learned by getting ripped off. Oh, yeah, it's a big, bad world out there in La La Land.Most importantly, when we shed light on the struggles and realities of being a professional writer, maybe someone can be spared a tiny bit of pain. At least that's our hope. Grab your earbuds, and let's get at it!Resources for this episode:Chris' Substack Thin IceScreenwriters' Rant Room PodcastChris on Twitter: @UnauthorizedCBDChris on IMDbWriting for Emotional Impact by Karl IglesiasSadie's short film, We're GoodLand of the Dead: Lessons from the Underworld on Storytelling and Living by Brian McDonald and Toby Cypress RC Episode with Scott Myers - The Protagonist's Journey: An Introduction to Character-Driven Screenwriting and StorytellingRide of a Lifetime by Robert IgerPoetics by AristotleAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

7/20/23 • 75:50

Everyone says, "It's all about the story" ... but what even is story? Tom Vaughan dives deep into structure, and how having a clear process can not only help you get the words down, but it can also dig you out of the ditch when your story goes off the rails. And, yes, Jeanne's plant is still alive. Resources for this episode:Tom's Story and Plot websiteGet 15% off with this coupon code for any of Tom's classes: RECKLESS15Tom on Twitter: @storyandplotTom on IMDbAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

6/13/23 • 80:42

Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman chatted with award-winning audio-fiction podcasters, K.A. Statz and Travis Vengroff, about their multiple, incredibly successful podcast series (yes, 25-million downloads kind of success!!!!), finding a work/life balance (good luck with that), their writing and producing schedules, and so much more. If you ever wanted to create an audio-fiction podcast, this is the overview you need.Episode Resources: K.A. Statz (Kaitlin Statz) on Twitter: @StatzInkTravis Vengroff on Twitter: @VenTravis Fool & Scholar Productions K.A. Statz websiteTravis Vengroff website Katilin and Travis podcasts: Don't Mind: Cruxmont starring Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh The White Vault starring 1883’s Eric Nelsen VAST Horizon Dark Dice starring Jeff GoldblumLibertySignal Podcast Awards: HBO Max, Netflix Among Inaugural WinnersAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

5/10/23 • 57:42

Wow ... this one is definitely a favorite. Sadie and Jeanne make room on their therapy couch for the one and only Amanda Deibert—multi-hyphenate extraordinaire. Like, seriously, she does everything— author, screenwriter, and bestselling comic book and graphic novel writer. And she's also a must-follow on Twitter. Big lesson: If you want to stretch yourself, learn to say yes, until you have to say no.Listen and find out what we mean. Resources from this episode:Amanda Deibert on Twitter @AmandaDeibert Instagram:  @amandadeibertofficialTikTok: @amandadeibertAmanda's site.You Already Have the Answers by Amanda DeibertAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

3/28/23 • 72:39

We're calling this "The Shit Show" not because Joe Favalaro is a "shit show," but because Jeanne was having a shit-show day of mattress delivery and chaos. Sadie and Jeanne have an in-depth convo with screenwriter/novelist/musician, Joe Favalaro—better known as Joe Straynge—about music, screenwriting, feedback notes, childhood dreams, being dark and broody ... and starting a cello trio.Cellos are cool as hell. You heard it here first.  Resources from this episode:Script Pipeline Script NotesStar Wars DiscoCamper Van BeethovenWhere to find Joe's work:Pipeline Artists  CoverflyThe BlacklistIMDb  Rough PartyTwitter and IG: @joestraynge All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

3/4/23 • 77:38

Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman have an in-depth talk with the amazing Scott Myers about his new book, The Protagonist's Journey: An Introduction to Character-Driven Screenwriting and Storytelling.To say they have writers' crushes on Scott, is an understatement. He's simply the nicest, most generous man in the industry, living to help writers. And this book is his gift to all of us.Resources from this episode:Scott Myers on Twitter @GoIntotheStoryThe Protagonist's Journey: An Introduction to Character-Driven Screenwriting and StorytellingGo Into the Story Blog on the Black ListAndrew Stanton TED Talk analysis on Go Into the StoryZero Draft 30 on FacebookJess King's Reckless Creatives episode.All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

1/13/23 • 73:43

What do you do when the legend that is John Truby walks into the Reckless house? You soak up every piece of advice he offers. Sadie and Jeanne chat with John about his new, amazing book—The Anatomy of Genres.  Every writer needs it. It'll be the new "required reading" in Tinsel Town. Seriously, it's a game-changer!Resources from this episode:John Truby's website.The Anatomy of Genres (THE new, amazing book!)The Anatomy of StoryJess King's Reckless Creatives episode.John Truby on Twitter: @JohnTrubyAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most") episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

12/15/22 • 61:02

"If you're not in over your head, you're not doing your job as a writer." Yep, that about sums up the theme of Sadie and Jeanne's convo with Jeff Kitchen. If you're looking for inspiration to push your story to its limits (and beyond), look no further. Oh, and a plant's life might be in danger. Or maybe not. We'll see.UPDATE: Jeff has a new book out, The Hero's Dilemma: Drama at the Heart of Your Story.  Available now! "Decades in the making, The Hero’s Dilemma was written by one of the world’s top-rated writing teachers, Jeff Kitchen. This book is a game changer, showing you how to start any story from scratch, maximizing its dramatic power as you create, develop, and construct it. A Dilemma of magnitude—trapping a protagonist between two equally unacceptable alternatives—is the engine of drama, and yet it’s virtually unheard of in film schools or writing courses."Resources from this episode:Jeff Kitchen's website.Cactus Jack episode."How Does Breathing Affect Your Brain?"Jeff Kitchen on Twitter: @script_kitchenAll (read that as "most") OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

12/1/22 • 47:48

While Sadie galavanted around Europe, Jeanne put reckless on steroids and talked with Jeff Frye, bank robber turned writer. Yes, a bank robber who got 20 years in a maximum security prison is now a published writer. So, what's your excuse?Resources from this episode:Symposium's NaNoWriMo Write-In Sprint, November 1st Skip the Vomit, Make a Plan by Craig WeedenWriter's Market Guide to Getting PublishedSymposium's One-on-One with Lane Shefter BishopMark Dawson YouTubeJeff Frye's websiteAll (read that as "most") OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

10/28/22 • 63:41

Now that we have your attention ... While Sadie is vacationing in Europe, Jeanne decided to shake things up and invited writer/director/producer/filmmaker and uber reckless creative Jay Thornton on the show with actor/comedian Michael Gull—the star of the Thornton Brother's new film, CACTUS JACK.If you want reckless, look no further. There's a lot of swearing, a lot of honesty about Hollywood and indie filmmaking, how limiting the industry is for creatives who push the envelope, and the origin story of CACTUS JACK—the most daring indie flick you'll ever watch. That's a promise.Follow Jay Thornton on Twitter: @ThemThorntons Follow Michael Gull on Twitter: @RMichaelGullCACTUS JACK Film and TrailerHARD OUT Podcast HARD OUT Episode with JeanneJay's Pipeline Artists ArticlesAll OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists@scriptmag

9/28/22 • 85:29