The Writer's Room Podcast with International Emmy Award Winning Writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng'

The film and television industry has changed dramatically, and if you’re a screenwriter, TV writer, filmmaker, or storyteller, understanding the difference between writing for traditional TV and writing for streaming platforms could determine whether your script gets produced… or ignored. In this powerful episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast, International Emmy Award-winning writer and producer Da...

Have you been waiting…  for someone to choose you? This episode might just change everything. Because here’s the truth most writers don’t want to hear:  No one is coming to rescue your writing career. Not the broadcaster.  Not the producer.  Not the industry gatekeeper. You are the creator.  You are the business.  You are the opportunity. And in this powerful, no-holding-back episode, Internationa...

Conflict is the engine that drives compelling storytelling. In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ explores why conflict is essential to building powerful, emotionally resonant stories that capture audience attention and sustain dramatic momentum. From understanding how conflict moves narrative forward, to revealing character...

In this special birthday episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ reflects on the deeper lessons her writing journey has taught her about life, success, purpose, and the realities of the creative industry. From understanding that talent alone is not enough, to learning how to navigate rejection, find your authentic voice, and build a me...

Even the most successful writers experience moments of doubt. In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ shares practical insights on how writers can overcome imposter syndrome and build confidence in their craft. From understanding writing as a learnable skill to separating your identity from rejection, building creative communit...

The creative industry is changing rapidly, and relying on a single source of income as a writer can be risky. In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ shares practical strategies for building multiple streams of income as a storyteller. From writing for TV and film, publishing books, teaching writing, consultancy work, ghostwrit...

TV writing is not a one-person journey, it’s collaboration, creativity, and courage in community. In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ shares 7 industry-tested tips on how to thrive in a writers’ room and become the kind of writer people want to hire again and again. From learning how to be a team player, showing up prepared...

Flat characters don’t move audiences, human characters do. In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ breaks down one of the most essential skills in storytelling: How to create multi-dimensional characters. From identifying a character’s core values, to writing contradictions, emotional backstory, and moral dilemmas that reveal t...

Every great story starts as a simple idea,  but how do you transform that small spark into a story that truly matters? In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ breaks down the creative process of expanding small, ordinary ideas into bold, compelling story concepts. From shifting location and genre, to character swaps, theme, pro...

What really makes a story stand out in a writing or film competition? In this episode of The Writer’s Room Podcast , International Emmy Award–winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng’ shares powerful lessons learned from sitting on the judging side of writing and film competitions. From emotional delivery, understanding genre, sticking to the theme, to why “Story is King,” this episode is packed with...

In this Episode, International Emmy Award Winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng' Talks about five things a writer can do differently in 2026 to ensure they succeed. 2026 is our best year yet, it's the year we leave excuses behind and give ourselves the best chance of letting our talents and gifts shine through.  How can you do exactly that? Damaris gives tips and shares candidly about wa...

In this Episode, International Emmy Award Winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng' Takes you through ways you can perform a SWOT analysis on your career as a professional writer to make sure you succeed in 2026. Are you ready to know what your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats are for 2026? Then have a listen to this podcast and be inspired to be the best that you can be in this...

In this Episode, International Emmy Award Winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng' Takes you through the seven ingredients for a great story. Just like with every favourite meal recipe, specific ingredients are needed to make it the meal it is known as, the same goes for storytelling, we cannot call a great story - great, without the ingredients Damaris talks about in this podcast episode. Have...

In this Episode, International Emmy Award Winning writer Damaris Irungu Ochieng' Answers twenty frequently asked questions by writers on the business and craft of writing. Are you curious about how you can get better success as a writer this year? How you can improve your craft of writing and how you can make money from your craft? Damaris answers those among other questions in this podcast e...