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The Social Screenwriters Podcast

Andy Compton
Screenwriting
Indie Filmmaking
Dexter
Call Me Kat
Anxiety
Matlock
The Grey List
American Film Institute
Fox Incubator Initiative
Cop Cam
Warner Bros
Hollywood Ageism
Film Industry Challenges
Short Films
Film Career
Fantasmic
Managerial Representation
Film Industry Trends
Showtime
Paramount TV Writers Program

Welcome to The Social Screenwriters Podcast! Hosted by me, Andy Compton (Screenwriter, Director, idiot). In this podcast, I‘ll be interviewing fellow screenwriters that I‘ve met on Twitter to discuss their path into screenwriting, thoughts on craft, and navigating the business-side of the industry. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Give us a follow and stay t... more

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Welcome to Episode 54! Very stoked to have screenwriter, Ellie Guzman on the pod! In this episode, we talk about Ellie's humble beginnings writing a comedy blog by day, and working in emergency rooms by night. The success of her blog later spawned in... more

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Welcome to Episode 53! Very stoked to have screenwriter, director, editor, and 2021 Academy Nicholl Fellow, R.J. Daniel Hanna on the pod! In this episode, we talk about Daniel winning the Nicholl, his films SUCCUBUS (Starring Ron Perlman and Rosanna ... more

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Welcome to Episode 52! Very stoked to have screenwriter, director, producer, and editor, Jackie Mahoney on the pod! In this episode, we talk about her new short film, ALL THE BEST, starring Aubrey Anderson-Emmons (MODERN FAMILY), her screenwriting pr... more

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Ellie Guzman
Screenwriter focused on animation, with live-action interests
Sweater Management
Episode: Writing Animation For Nick, Dreamworks, Netflix, & More with Screenwriter Ellie Guzman
RJ Daniel Hanna
Writer-director known for Succubus, Hard Miles, Nicholl Fellow winner (2021)
Filmmaker
Episode: Winning the Academy Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting w/ Filmmaker R.J. Daniel Hanna (SUCCUBUS, HARD MILES)
Jackie Mahoney
Screenwriter, filmmaker, producer, editor, director
Episode: Writing, Directing, & Making Short Films w/ Filmmaker Jackie Mahoney (HALF A CENTURY)
Joya McCrory
Writer and Producer on Abbott Elementary
Abbott Elementary
Episode: Writing & Producing on ABBOTT ELEMENTARY w/ Screenwriter Joya McCrory
Luke Barnett
Screenwriter, actor, producer and director
Episode: Making Back to Back Viral Short Films w/Luke Barnett (THE CROSSING OVER EXPRESS & OVATION)
Kevin Sheridan
Screenwriter, former actor
Episode: From Making the 2022 and 2023 Annual Blacklist to Having His Script Directed by Peter Landesman w/Kevin Sheridan (ELEVEN DAYS)
Steven Martini
Writer, actor, composer, editor and singer-songwriter
Self/Steven Martini Projects
Episode: From Acting in MAJOR PAYNE to Writing, Directing, Composing, AND Acting in BITTERSWEET (Apple TV) w/Steven Martini
Edith Rodriguez
Television writer and director, staff writer for Dexter: Resurrection and Matlock
Showtime, CBS
Episode: The First Room: A TV Writer's Experience w/Edith Rodriguez (DEXTER: RESURRECTION on Showtime, MATLOCK on CBS)
Allard Cantor
Literary manager at Epicenter Management and personal manager of Andy.
Epicenter Management
Episode: Advice for Screenwriters from a Literary Manager w/Allard Cantor (Epicenter)

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Andy Compton
Host of The Social Screenwriters Podcast, focused on screenwriting paths, craft discussions, and navigating the industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Definitely for the Writer!

    Excellent podcast, wonderful guests, and a revealing look into the journeys of the everyday screenwriter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Family Guy 2K13
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this Podcast! Recommend!

    I met Andy through Screenwriting Twitter! He’s hilarious and kind, and I really enjoy this podcast. It’s so fun to hear interviews with people I’ve also encountered on Screenwriting Twitter. I love hearing about the habits and routines of other writers. Inspiring, motivating, and entertaining. I have definitely laughed out loud when listening. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avivap
    United States3 years ago
  • Still a 13 yr old at 40

    The juvenille profaanity and working out his insecurities with another artist's time is just a waste of time for the listener.

    Listening to Rebecca, who was so patient and tolerant, was painful.

    I learned more about Compton's neuroses than Rebecca's process.

    AC: Learn to be a listener when interviewing...

    Learn to curb juvenille profanity nearly every sentence.

    No exec will tolerate you.

    Listener: Don't bother...

    Listen to someone else.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Who Rules The World!
    United States4 years ago
  • Andy Shines!!!!

    I’m not one to listen to podcasts often, but holy crap, I literally listen to these all the way through! This podcast is so much fun & Andy’s personality really shines! Amazing & relatable content as a screenwriter/director myself!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToriVern
    United States4 years ago
  • Rad podcast

    Andy is the man and this podcast rules.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Motion91
    United States4 years ago

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Overall, the feedback suggests a strong, supportive community around craft and career development.
Critics note occasional missteps in interview pacing or moments of blunt humor, but overall sentiment remains highly positive.
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Listeners praise the show for its entertaining, practical interviews and insight into daily writing routines.
Audience enthusiasm is high, with episodes often cited as motivating for writers to pursue projects and share work.

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From Making the 2022 and 2023 Annual Blacklist to Having His Script Directed by Peter Landesman w/Kevin Sheridan (ELEVEN DAYS)
Q: What three films or TV shows inspire you most to be a screenwriter?
Sheridan cites Moneyball and Ray Liotta-era character-driven drama as cinematic and storytelling touchstones, while Mindhunter stands out as a television example of careful, detailed character work and procedural depth that informs his approach to crafting grounded, human-centered stories.
Writing, Directing, & Making Short Films w/ Filmmaker Jackie Mahoney (HALF A CENTURY)
Q: What is the first thing you do when you have a brand new idea?
Jackie and Andy discuss jumping straight into pages, often starting with a 30-page draft to reveal what is most interesting about the idea and to identify character voices before tightening the structure.
Making Back to Back Viral Short Films w/Luke Barnett (THE CROSSING OVER EXPRESS & OVATION)
Q: Why release strategy across platforms, and what has changed for you lately?
The discussion emphasizes releasing across multiple platforms to maximize reach, experimenting with social video dynamics, and embracing quick, low-budget formats to build momentum and audience connection, while recognizing the evolving landscape of online distribution and its impact on indie filmmaking.
Making Back to Back Viral Short Films w/Luke Barnett (THE CROSSING OVER EXPRESS & OVATION)
Q: How did The Crossing Over Express come together, and what personal experience influenced it?
The project grew from a personal moment when Luke received a voicemail video of his late mother, which inspired a story about a man who can contact the dead through a traveling doctor; this intimate, grief-centered premise shaped the film's emotional core and the decision to produce it with a small team.
Making Back to Back Viral Short Films w/Luke Barnett (THE CROSSING OVER EXPRESS & OVATION)
Q: What are three movies that inspired you to get into this business?
Three pivotal influences were Monty Python's Holy Grail, Jurassic Park, and Dumb and Dumber, which sparked a sense of wonder, humor, and the desire to tell engaging stories; later, 2007 stood out as a milestone year when the creator moved to LA and absorbed cinema's craft and storytelling uplift.

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A candid, craft-forward show that centers on screenwriters navigating careers across animation, television, and indie film. Guests range from animation writers and Nicholl Fellows to TV staff writers and indie filmmakers, offering practical tips on outlining, collaboration, and sustaining a writing career amid market shifts. The conversations blend creative process with business realities, including how to balance day jobs, hustle for opportunities, and build momentum through networking and consistent output. Noteworthy is the emphasis on diverse formats (animation, live-action, short films, streaming series) and personal resilience, with guests often sharing actionable routines, mentorships, and real-world industry framing that can help as... more

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1. Ellie Guzman
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3. Jackie Mahoney
4. Joya McCrory
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6. Kevin Sheridan
7. Steven Martini
8. Edith Rodriguez

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