The time has finally come. A master of horror himself, writer, director, and producer Mick Garris is here! A frequent collaborator with Stephen King, Mick has directed seven adaptations of King’s works, including The Stand, The Shining, Sleepwalkers, and Desperation. He's also the mind behind Hocus Pocus, Psycho IV, and Masters of Horror, featuring other genre directors like John Carpenter and Joe Dante.

Mick takes us through his humble beginnings, from first writing at 12, how he approaches writing a spec screenplay, and what fuels his creativity as a storyteller.

From being hired by Steven Spielberg to write for Amazing Stories (1985) to becoming an iconic voice in the genre, Mick discusses his unique career, including the finale episode of his show Post Mortem featuring Quentin Tarantino. Don't miss this one!

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This podcast is produced by Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson.

YES, CHEF! Sofya Levitsky-Weitz is here! She is a playwright and screenwriter who divides her time between Brooklyn and Los Angeles. Sofya works as a story editor and writer on FX's "The Bear," and has also contributed to "Gaslit" (Starz) and "The Dropout" (Hulu). Her play "This Party Sucks" is scheduled for production later this year.

Let's go behind the scenes of "The Bear" and see how the writer's room operates. We will discuss Sofya's creative processes, beginnings in the industry, relationships within the field, and what motivates her passion for writing.

This podcast is produced by Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson.

Did someone say, "Greased Lightning?" Today, we're joined by Hollywood icon Randal Kleiser. He starred in George Lucas's first student film, portrayed the first American superhero on screen, and directed hits like "The Blue Lagoon" and "White Fang." He's here to discuss his latest novel, "Drawing Directors," sharing his close encounters with directors who shaped his career. What attracts a director to a script? How does one navigate the challenges of filmmaking? Join us for an unforgettable journey with the man behind "Grease" and much more!

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Welcome to "Bailey Meets World." Brian and Bailey chat with Emmy-winning writer, producer, and director Mark Blutman of "Boy Meets World," "Ghostwriter," and "Girl Meets World." We discuss his writing process, the lasting influence of "Boy Meets World," finding the best poutine in Canada (eh), his advice for new writers, his latest projects, and reflections on the recent WGA strike. Remember, "Life's tough, get a helmet." Join us for an episode filled with insights, laughs, and nostalgia.

Follow Mark on Twitter at @BlutmanMark.

WGA Contract 2023 (Update)

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"Believe in yourselves. Dream. Try. Do good." — Mr. Feeny

This week, we're joined by the talented Jessica Welsh, a fellow Story Summit Summiteer. Jessica shares the journey behind her acclaimed spec script "Shania!" featured on the 2021 Black List, and gives us a glimpse into her life as a writer for Apple TV. She’ll also provide an insider’s perspective on the 2023 writers' strike. Plus, we tackle the heated debate among screenwriters: is outlining a must? Tune in—you won’t be sorry.

Keep up with Jessica: https://jessica-welsh.com

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This podcast is produced by Brian Landwehr and Bailey Patterson.

"Writers don't sell scripts hiding behind laptops." In today's episode, we're joined by the versatile Spyder Dobrofsky. Spyder shares his journey from writing heartwarming Hallmark Christmas movies to penning the horror/western hit "Teardrop" on Tubi. We also dive into his appearance on the Jay Leno Show, his upcoming directorial debut, and explore the highs and challenges of his diverse career.

Follow Spyder on Twitter @SpyderDobrofsky and stay updated on his upcoming directorial debut, "Down Below."

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Welcome to the first episode of "Living to Write," featuring Jeff Arch, the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Sleepless in Seattle and the author of Attachments. Join us as we delve into Jeff's creative process, the story behind selling "Sleepless," and a career-altering comedy offer that came his way. Jeff shares behind-the-scenes stories and insights, as well as his experiences as a mentor to Brian and Bailey, providing plenty of laughs along the way.

Jeff's novel "Attachments": Amazon

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This episode is produced by Brian Landwehr, Kenton Edward Dobrowolski and Bailey Patterson. For more information visit Story Summit.