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On The Page

Pilar Alessandra
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ON THE PAGE: Join professional script consultant Pilar Alessandra as she demystifies screenwriting and answers your questions about script craft and story.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes766Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Nadia Abass-Madden drew from her experience as a 911 operator to land a job on the Fox series 911. 49 episodes later she's back on the podcast to tell her tale.

Katrina Medoff, co-founder/executive director of the Moonshot Initiative, talks about the program's mission, events, film challenge and script accelerators - all aimed at getting emerging writers in the door.

Sylvia-Anne Parker is already a rockstar script supervisor, but over the years she's also been selected to the Sundance Episodic Lab, the Writers Lab and the Sony Creative Corridor. Recently, her BBC audio drama A Tale of Two Trumpets won an Imoson A... more

Writer Jeremy Slater has built serious genre credentials across major IP, from creating Marvel's Moon Knight and developing Netflix's The Umbrella Academy to writing on Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and the television adaptation of The Exorcist. He... more

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Nadia Abass-Madden
Writer and executive story editor with experience on Fox's 911
Freelance writer/consultant
Episode: 990. Nadia 911
Katrina Medoff
Co-founder and co-executive director of Moonshot Initiative
Moonshot Initiative
Episode: 989. Shooting for the Moon
Sylvia-Anne Parker
Screenwriter and former script supervisor
Independent writer
Episode: 988. Script Supervisor to Screenwriter
Jeremy Slater
Writer with credits including Marvel's Moon Knight, Netflix's The Umbrella Academy, The Exorcist TV adaptation, Mortal Kombat II
Film/TV Writer
Episode: 987. Master Adapter
Conor Dowling
Award-winning screenwriter, filmmaker and podcaster from Ireland
Independent writer/creative
Episode: 986. A Screenwriter to Watch
LaNisa Frederick
Los Angeles based actor, writer, podcast host, and voice over artist
Independent
Episode: 985. Company Retreat
Eleanor Greene
Award-winning creative producer with over 25 years in UK scripted TV and film
Wall To Wall / independent producer
Episode: 984. Producing in the UK
Zunaid Mansoor
South African-based script editor, consultant, and educator
AFDA, Writers Guild of South Africa
Episode: 983. Screenwriting in South Africa
Phil Stark
Screenwriter, author, licensed marriage and family therapist
Self-employed; author of How to Be a Screenwriter
Episode: 982. How to Be a Screenwriter

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Pilar Alessandra
Host and script consultant focused on demystifying screenwriting and helping listeners write better scripts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 517 ratings
  • Incredible Masterclass! This show gives me an accessible, clear way in to understanding the craft and business of Screenwriting (as promised). The interviewer keeps things snappy and moving forward, and she has great insights and additions of her own along the way, while keeping an excellent balance of letting the guest of the week be the focus. When I try to jot down everything useful I hear, I wind up practically writing a transcript. Great show!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ionic Pentameter
    a month ago
  • What a wonderful resource

    This podcast was recommended as a tool in a writing class I’m in and I have already found it be a be a terrific resource in the few episodes I’ve listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woo Tinderella guess who
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loved acknowledgment you were not prepared, we as writers always hard on ourselves!

    I loved your question on how to write chemistry. What an insightful answer! It was very helpful and provided great value to listeners like myself.

    With great respect to both the interviewer and interviewees, and as a long-time listener who understands that life, professional obligations, and making a living are priorities, I agree with your own observation from your episode "The Rules of the Show," Pilar. It would be beneficial to prepare more before the interview. One of the best interviewers ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    helenetaylor
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great content even for a non-writer!

    I’m an actor and producer. Not a writer. But I love this podcast. The perspective it gives me for the scripts I’m working on is invaluable. I love hearing how the sausage gets made so to speak, and Pilar’s expertise gives me a leg up when I’m evaluating and/or breaking down a script! Thank you for all you do and keep those brilliant writers coming! We need you to do our work! Teamwork makes the Dream Work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ihateyouihateyou
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Just discovered through another link. Great information. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BPC2020
    Australia2 years ago

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Overall, it's seen as a must-listen for aspiring screenwriters and indie filmmakers.
What listeners love: actionable craft insights and real-world filmmaking perspectives.
Some critics note inconsistently polished audio but value the depth of interview content.
Feedback highlights appreciation for diverse guest backgrounds and practical takeaways for screenwriting and production.
Listeners frequently praise the host's clear, helpful coaching and the quality of guests.

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Talking Points

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989. Shooting for the Moon
Q: How should writers prepare for these pitch meetings to maximize opportunities?
Practice pitching with peers, record and listen to the pitch to internalize flow, and aim to turn every meeting into a long-term relationship rather than a one-off encounter.
989. Shooting for the Moon
Q: What makes a pitch compelling in their meetings with development executives?
Writers should connect personally to the project, speak authentically about their voice, and align tone with the script, while keeping the pitch concise, buddy-like, and ready to discuss the project in a real conversation.
989. Shooting for the Moon
Q: What do you look for when reading scripts for the pilot accelerator?
Writers should deliver a script that hooks you from the first pages, showing strong voice, specific action, and a clear sense of why the story matters, while also ensuring the opening is engaging and avoids cliché setups.
990. Nadia 911
Q: Did they assign story lines to different writers, and how did that division work?
They used silos to separate cases/emergencies from personal storylines, then paired upper‑level writers with certain episodes to draft the A/B/C plots, followed by lower‑level writers who could be helped by the more senior staff as the season progressed.
986. A Screenwriter to Watch
Q: Tell us about Read My Pilot and how new it is.
Read My Pilot is a brand-new podcast co-created with a writer friend, focused on studying and understanding what makes TV pilot scripts successful by reading and watching existing pilots, with the hosts sharing insights and learning as they go, aiming to improve their craft and understanding of storytelling.

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What is On The Page about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical screenwriting craft, process, and storytelling insights gathered from a rotating lineup of industry guests. Episodes commonly explore writing technique, character development, and the realities of making films or series—from indie projects to high-profile collaborations—along with behind-the-scenes considerations such as budgeting, production planning, and distribution. Interviews frequently highlight guests' creative journeys, their approaches to collaboration, and actionable advice for writers and creators looking to navigate a changing media landscape. A notable strength is the emphasis on real-world application, with guests ranging from screenwriters and directors to producers and agents sharing concrete ti... more

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2. Katrina Medoff
3. Sylvia-Anne Parker
4. Jeremy Slater
5. Conor Dowling
6. LaNisa Frederick
7. Eleanor Greene
8. Zunaid Mansoor

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