Untitled Female Driven Podcast

EPISODE 67: UFDP asks discusses new forms of media such as microdramas, narrative podcasts, story games and more with experienced vertical writer Molly Moseley. Find out everything you want to know, such as "what is a vertical?" by listening in now!

EPISODE 66: It's no secret that balancing parenthood with a writing job is extremely tough. TV writer Erica Rosbe (Gen V, Homecoming, Rick and Morty) joins us this week to shed light on how to make time for writing while also being a great mom. We chat about everything from setting schedules to setting boundaries, how and when (or if!) to tell people you're expecting, how to manage pumping...

EPISODE 65: UFDP talks with Emma Lehnhardt , former Program Planning and Control Manager for NASA's Gateway Program , about what she wishes writers knew about the science part of science fiction , and what's actually been going on at NASA in the wake of Trump and DOGE cuts.

EPISODE 64: UFDP answers a listener's question about what it's  really  like to live in LA— when should you move here, is the cost of living really that bad, should I get roommates, and more! Plus, the question all Angelenos obsess over— where should I live?! Each neighborhood has its own personality with pros and cons, so if you're thinking about making a move, make sure to tune in!

EPISODE 63: Do you have trouble pitching? Are you an introvert and/or plagued by social anxiety when you have to present your ideas in front of people? You are NOT alone. Many of us became writers because we like to be alone in dark (but like, cozy) caves with our typewriters and iced coffees, not surrounded by smart, intimidating other writers, all waiting for storytelling gold to pour from our m...

EPISODE 62. In this episode, UFDP gets REAL! There's a lot to feel big feelings about right now. During fraught times, how can writers channel our anger, grief, overwhelm, and other intense emotions into our storytelling? How can we write about pertinent themes and current events without "getting too political"? Join UFDP as we discuss how to use writing as an outlet for ideas and co...

EPISODE 61. UFDP re-interviews writer/ director Maggie Levin ( VHS:99, INTO THE DARK: MY VALENTINE) — new WGA Board Member and now on the Board for The Women's List , a script competition accessible to all female-identifying writers—* returns to discuss life post-strike, how her advice for new writers have changed and what she wishes writers new about the WGA board— plus all about who The Wome...

EPISODE 60: UFDP interviews fabulous entertainment attorney Jennifer Gray of Hansen Jacobson about what writers' lawyers actually do , why it can take so long for writers to get paid, the truth about copyright law, AI, and more.

EPISODE 59: UFDP discusses the ways a dead project might suddenly come back to life, and how to reengage with material you haven't thought about in a long time.

EPISODE 58: UFDP unravels the mystery around what "being on script" actually means for staffed TV writers tackling their assigned episode— and whether Hannah and Jess are really too busy to hang out with Erica during that time (the answer may surprise you!).

EPISODE 57: Author and screenwriter Liz Kerin returns to UFDP with updates and to share the reality of how the development process of turning her Night's Edge duology into a TV series concluded.

EPISODE 56: Liz Kerin, playwright, screenwriter and author of vampire duology Night's Edge and First Light, told UFDP all about her writing process and the development process of adapting her own novel into a TV series during last year's writers strike.

It's a crossover episode! This week we interview another legend in the world of TV & screenwriting podcasts, Ben Blacker, creator and host of The Writer's Panel, who also happens to be a prolific writer across numerous genres and mediums, including film, TV, novels, comics, and live theater. With 600 episodes and counting, Ben has interviewed a plethora of creative luminaries responsib...

EP 54: We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to say... WE DID IT! The epic 2023 writers strike is over! Tune in now to hear what UFDP talk about the highs and lows of strike life, what deal points we're most excited about, and what we hope happens next!

EPISODE 53: UFDP sits down with Mina Baban, a television development executive at Fifth Season, formerly Endeavor Content (the studio behind Severance, Nine Perfect Strangers, Tokyo Vice etc). For a peek behind the development curtain, tune in as we pepper Mina with questions ranging from process to pitch.

EPISODE 52. A highly serious and important episode where UFDP discusses their favorite snacks to eat while writing. The answers may surprise you.

EPISODE 51. UFDP gets real honest about life on strike, from the logistics of picketing to the emotional burdens. Striking isn't easy... but it is necessary! Bonus: Hannah makes Erica and Jess cry by sharing a poignant strike-related family moment.

EPISODE 50: All about writer's groups! This week, the Untitled Females discuss how to start (or join an existing) writers group. How do you find a group of like-minded writers? What makes certain groups work well (or not)? There's no right way to writer's group... but there are a few wrong ways, and we'll get into them! Also, email UntitledFemaleDrivenPodcast@gmail.com if you'r...

EPISODE 49: Free work is often the bane of a writer's existence. Sometimes it's a necessary evil that holds the promise of genuine opportunity; other times, it's just bullsh*t. In this episode, UFDP breaks down the different types of unpaid work writers are often asked to do, and how to determine whether the free work is worth your free time.

EPISODE 48. UFDP shares their new years resolutions for 2023, along with what's realistic for you to set in your writing/career goals and what 2023 might look like for working writers.

EPISODE 47. UFDP breaks down the definition of a script rewrite and a polish (and how to differentiate between the two), what you should know about contracts, producer expectations, managing your time, and a very special Jabba the Hut impression.

EPISODE 46. UFDP discusses their highlights and low points of 2022, what to expect in terms of a potential strike, what they're looking forward to in 2023! Happy holidays to all!

EPISODE 45. UFDP goes over what belongs in the first 10 pages of your script and what doesn't, and of course how to wow your readers so they keep on reading!

EPISODE 44. UFDP continues exploring a bake-off for Three Little Pigs...In Space! Screenwriters Jess and Hannah duke it out as they go through their story milestones for Exec-For-A-Day Erica as she evaluates takes and sips Grand Marnier on ice. Who will Erica choose to move forward in this imaginary development process? Stay tuned to find out!

EPISODE 43. UFDP dives into what pitching in a multiple writer "bake-off" situation actually looks like. Screenwriters Jess and Hannah pitch (evil?) Exec Erica on a surprising OWA (Open Writing Assignment): THREE LITTLE PIGS... IN SPACE! Who gets the job? Find out next time in Part 2!