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Screenwriters' Rant Room

Hilliard Guess
Screenwriting
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Screenwriters' Rant Room
Hilliard Guess
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This is the Official Podcas for "Hilliard Guess' SCREENWRITERS' RANT ROOM!" Our host is Hilliard Guess, a WGAw writer, director, TV/Film producer and most recently, the former Director of Development at Blue Monday Prods (now executive producer of Amazon's upcoming CROSS: AFTER HOURS series). Hilliard does one-on-one interviews with guests or rotating co-hosts stop by to drop industry bombs in thi... more

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In this episode, Hilliard sat down for a nothing but game episode with big sis, FELICIA D. HENDERSON — an accomplished, award-winning showrunner, writer, director, producer, educator, and activist, with over twenty-five years of film, television, the... more

In this episode, Hilliard and co-host writer/prod/author James Moorer sit down with incomparable TV/Film writer/producer AKELA COOPER!

There's almost two hours worth of game dropped and the last 30 mins of this super fun conversation was opened up t... more

In this Season Finale episode, Hilliard sits down with actor/writer/prod/director NOEL BRAHAM - co-founder of the hit MICHEAUX FILM FESTIVAL now in its 7th year and killing the game on the circuit!

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In this episode, Hilliard and guest co-host TV comedy writer Myles Warden sat down in a super fun conversation with icon comedy/drama writer SARA FINNEY JOHNSON (co-creator on the ICONIC television series’ Moesha and The Parkers) and who has worked o... more

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Recent Guests

Akela Cooper
TV and film writer, producer known for her work on horror films
Episode: 533: AKELA COOPER - M3GAN / MALIGNANT
R.K. Russell
NFL player turned author and activist, known for being the first openly bisexual player in NFL history
Episode: 530: OUT NFL PLAYER/AUTHOR - R.K. RUSSELL
Tristan J. Shuler
Actor, filmmaker, writer and co-host for the episode
Episode: 530: OUT NFL PLAYER/AUTHOR - R.K. RUSSELL
Paris Barclay
Two-time Emmy-winning director and producer
Episode: 528: PARIS BARCLAY - EMMY-WINNING DIRECTOR / PRODUCER
Ken Whittingham
Comedy director and producer known for his work on multiple television shows
Episode: 527: EPISODIC DIRECTOR - KEN WHITTINGHAM
Chris Rafferty
Writer and producer known for shows like "Lucifer" and "The Flash"
Episode: 525: CO-EXECUTIVE PROD - CHRIS RAFFERTY
Dalila Ali Rajah
Actor, writer, activist
Episode: 523: PRIDE MONTH
Deonte Stats
Writer, producer, instructor
Episode: 523: PRIDE MONTH
LaToya Morgan
Writer, producer, and showrunner of Duster
HBO
Episode: 522: SHOWRUNNER LATOYA MORGAN

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Hilliard Guess
Host of the Screenwriters' Rant Room, a WGAw writer, director, and producer, known for candid discussions about the entertainment industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    You get the feeling you’re hanging out with good friends—while they’re dropping gems and killer writing/pitching tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chilltowntv
    United States6 months ago
  • Screenwriters You came to the right place

    This podcast makes you feel like you are in a friend’s living room, except your friends are highly successful screenwriters who openly share their stories

    This has taught me so much and i’m only a fraction of the way through the episodes..

    Hope to work with all of them someday..

    see, i’m already learning to advocate for myself

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dakofi
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun and informative

    One of the best podcasts on screenwriting, film and tv production you will ever listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    upswriter
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Screenwriters Poscast

    What I love about this podcast is that it covers everything! Writing, current state of the industry, and just dope everyday life things.

    It feels like you just chilling at your family or close friend house that drops gems and so most knowledge on you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amwill76
    United States2 years ago
  • Favorite screenwriting podcast!

    So much game being handed out each episode, with amazing guests helping provide a realistic inside look at the day-to-day ins & outs of being a pro screenwriter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fudgeredfcd
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the informal and friendly style of the discussions, making them feel like part of an engaging conversation rather than a formal interview.
Listeners appreciate the candid and humorous approach to discussing the realities of screenwriting and the industry.
The podcast is noted for its emphasis on representation and diversity in storytelling, resonating with a broad audience.
Many find the insights and stories shared by guests to be inspirational and practical for their own careers.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

532: MICHEAUX FILM FEST - NOEL BRAHAM
Q: How do we help ensure that we are not in a boom and bust cycle?
We need to hold platforms and our community accountable, ensuring we support each other and avoid the tide of self-interest.
532: MICHEAUX FILM FEST - NOEL BRAHAM
Q: Are you more concerned about what people think or what I think?
Focus on what God wants you to do and put your ego aside.
529: SELWYN SEYFU HINDS - SHOWRUNNER
Q: How did you find the balance between young and old wash?
Selwyn explains that it was a question they fought to answer throughout the journey and involved writing multiple versions of the pilot to achieve the right emotional connection.
530: OUT NFL PLAYER/AUTHOR - R.K. RUSSELL
Q: What are your thoughts on the coverage of athletes like Aaron Hernandez versus your experiences as an openly bisexual player?
It's important to tell uplifting stories and focus on post-coming out narratives to promote positive representation of athletes.
530: OUT NFL PLAYER/AUTHOR - R.K. RUSSELL
Q: Can you speak about the influence of conservative Christianity on football culture?
Christianity is ingrained in football culture, often negatively impacting perceptions of masculinity and inclusivity in the sport.

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What is Screenwriters' Rant Room about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content centers around the journeys of screenwriters, producers, and various creatives in the entertainment industry, featuring candid discussions about the realities of the industry, the importance of representation, and personal experiences in storytelling. The episodes regularly cover themes such as community support, the challenges of navigating Hollywood, and the significance of mentorship, while emphasizing authenticity in narratives. A standout aspect of the content is the focus on diverse voices and experiences, particularly through the lens of underrepresented perspectives. This podcast is likely to be particularly appealing to aspiring writers and filmmakers looking for honest insights, practical advice, and inspiration from seaso... more

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Recent guests on Screenwriters' Rant Room include:

1. Akela Cooper
2. R.K. Russell
3. Tristan J. Shuler
4. Paris Barclay
5. Ken Whittingham
6. Chris Rafferty
7. Dalila Ali Rajah
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