Reckless Creatives
A Pipeline Artists original podcast about nothing and everything. Hosts Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman share the truth, and nothing but the truth, about the challenges and benefits of living life as artists, striving for freedom to create in any medium, even ones you never thought of before. It's honest—no sugarcoating or selling hope. We tell it like it is, while always finding ways to make lemonade out of lemons. Think of us as Michael Bay, but with action items that don’t explode.
Episodes
Well, turns out we had a lot to say about ... everything.
If you need some Real Talk™ advice from the trenches, Sadie and Jeanne have it. Sure, could it be something we talked about before? Who knows. We're too exhausted to remember.
But we have thoughts about writing and life ... we always have thoughts.
Resources from this episode:
"The Secret to Finding a Screenwriting Mentor" by Jeanne on Script Magazine
Set...
It's not everyday we get a writer with the life and work experience of Charles Kipps to join our crazy podcast, let alone have a therapy session with Sadie and Jeanne.
Yes, we talked about everything from Charles producing Aretha Franklin, to our struggles as writers, to Charles' decades of writing experiences ... and he's still selling screenplays to this day!
You're not going to want to miss this one ... so muc...
We never turn down a chance to pick the brain of screenwriting career coach Lee Jessup! Sadie and Jeanne dove into practical advice about breaking in, to keep your day job or quit, how to pursue being a writer/director and so much more.
Resources from this episode:
Resources from this episode:
Lee Jessup's website
Screenwriters Support Group
Your Career Plan (new offering)
Lee's Books
Lee's Yo...
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-...
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 IMDb
Don's...
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 al...
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 scripts
- CalledtoWrite.com - Jenna's website for writers
- Free guidebooks for writers when signing up for my mailing list: Includes workbooks on How t...
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 Website
Michelle's Podcast
Michelle's Coaching
Michelle on IG: @mickytcutler
Related Symposium sessions:
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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 Gothic
Jessica's Po...
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 Filmmaker
X: @marty_lang
And if you're an indie ...
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 St...
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 ge...
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 Letitia
You'll have to stay tuned for a link to Letitia's books ...
All OG Pipeline Artist...
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, Website
Foll...
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 ...
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 i...
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...
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 Magazine
Instagram:
@marakeshfilm
@thepersianversionmovie
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@gmai...
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 earb...
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