52 | Screenwriting: The Joys, The Rage, The Legacy

Writing isn’t just about craft and science. It’s about translating the highs and lows of being a human being into art, and that journey can be a roller coaster, whether you’re an emerging writer or a seasoned pro.

Speaking of seasoned pros, today, we ask them those tricky questions: what brings you the most joy about writing, what pisses you off about writing, and what scene do you want to be remembered by. 

The guests, in order of appearance: 

  • John August – Episode 35
  • Andrew Stanton – Episode 39
  • Marti Noxon – Episode 40
  • Sheila Hanahan-Taylor – Episode 43
  • Javier Grillo-Marxuach – Episode 46
  • Michael Arndt – Episode 49
  • Vanessa Taylor – Episode 51