Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting

We welcome back TV writers (and now TV producers) Alex Franklin and Marc Muszynski to talk about Dexter: Original Sin , the highly anticipated prequel to the iconic Showtime series. Alex and Marc give exclusive behind-the-scenes details about the Dexter TV writing process, the challenges of crafting a compelling origin story, and how they approached developing a younger version of the infamous Dex...

Dexter: New Blood required a team of talented storytellers. Enter Alex Franklin and Marc Muszynski—TV writers who played a crucial role in crafting the next chapter of Dexter Morgan’s dark and twisted journey. In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting , hosts, Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami sit down with Alex and Marc to talk about their experience as staff writers on&nbsp...

Let’s talk dialogue. In this episode, I’m sharing MY TOP 7 TIPS for Writing Dialogue  to help you write dialogue that’s snappy, natural, and full of personality.  Ever written a scene and thought, Wow, this sounds like two robots reading a script ? We’ve all been there. But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! So, grab your coffee, hit play, and let’s make your dialogue shine! 🎬🔥 Lis...

In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting , we sit down with Michael Markowitz , the writer of the hit comedy Horrible Bosses and a longtime TV comedy writer known for Duckman and Becker . Michael dives into his journey from stand-up to studio features, shares wild stories from the writers’ room, and offers sharp insights into what makes comedy work on the page and on the screen. If you&...

Q&A with Hugh Fink known for his writing on Saturday Night Live, Last Comic Standing, The Drew Carey Show, The Showbiz Show with David Spade, The WGA Awards, and much more. A replay of the first episode of the Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami. #SaturdayNightLive #SNL

A Replay from the Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast.  Screenwriter Jordan Imiola discusses his successes with Christmas movies, connecting with producers, turbo-charging your productivity, and the pros and cons of paid screenwriting services. Whether you’re a seasoned screenwriter or just starting, this podcast offers actionable insights to help you succeed in the merry marketplace of Christmas...

Screenwriter Jordan Imiola goes over how to do a table read for your script with your friends or professional actors and what to expect after that table read. 

Screenwriters and Actors Marisa Dzintars, Gloria Garayua, Jordan Imiola, Gloria Tsai, and David Wingert talk about what they're grateful for in their careers over the past 10 years. 

Jordan Imiola talks about his first screenplay sale, from crafting a query letter to navigating meetings with producers and deciphering contracts. Jordan shares the ups, downs, and monumental moments of breaking into the screenwriting world. Whether you're curious about the hustle or gearing up to sell your script, this episode is packed with tips and screenwriting insights.