The Sandbox: A See-Saw Podcast On Creativity

For Oscar-nominated screenwriter Luke Davies, cinema isn’t just storytelling. It’s a search for grace, a confrontation with suffering, and a medium capable of revealing the sacred inside flawed human lives. From writing stories of loss, redemption and transcendence like 'Lion' to grappling with addiction and grace in 'Candy', Luke unpacks film as a place where audiences gather in the dark searching for meaning.Host: Emile ShermanProducer: @jonahprimoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production

We’re back! Today we’re speaking to John Yorke, former Head of Drama at Channel 4 and BBC Controller of Drama Series, founder of the BBC Writers’ Academy, and author of the bestselling Into the Woods.We explore the deep mechanics of story, the comfort and power it gives us, and even its role in politics, showing why storytelling isn’t just entertainment, but a fundamental part of being human.John Yorke’s new book, Trip to the Moon, is out now: https://amzn.eu/d/01SHk6nDHost: Emile ShermanGuest: John YorkeProducer: Sabrina Organo & Jonah PrimoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production

How does a writer decide an idea is worth dedicating years of their life to? And how do you structure a story which is layered with the complexities of how lies are told and how we believe them? Emile speaks with writer and executive producer Samantha Strauss, and See-Saw’s Head of television and film in Australia Liz Watts, about a true story based on a lie, Apple Cider Vinegar. They discuss the similarities between ballet dancing and film making, when sentimentality works, and the allure of the wellness industry in a world coming to grips with the power of social media. Host: Emile ShermanGuests: Samantha Strauss and Liz WattsExecutive Producer: @Sam_Joly_Producer: Sabrina OrganoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production 

How do you create the world for a story that sits right on the edge of reality? And how do you know you’ve struck the right tone when combining the dark with the comedic? Emile speaks with lead actor and executive producer Ella Purnell, director and executive producer Ella Jones and executive producer for See-Saw and fanboy Patrick Walters, about the comedic thriller, Sweetpea. They discuss walking the tightrope of moral ambiguity, the technical complexities of on-camera performance, and the joy of finding one's dream collaborator.Host: Emile ShermanGuests: @ella_purnell, @ellasjones and@patwalters__Executive Producer: @Sam_Joly_Producer: Sabrina OrganoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production

How does a producer support an author turned first-time screen writer, and how do you bring together the right team for the material? Emile speaks with creator, writer and executive producer Alice Oseman and executive producer for See-Saw Patrick Walters about the beloved series Heartstopper. They discuss representing a diversity of young voices, the challenges of shooting the series, and the complexity behind bringing a beloved teen universe to the screen. Host: Emile ShermanGuests: @aliceoseman and @patwalters__Executive Producer: @Sam_Joly_Producer: Sabrina OrganoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production

How do you turn a hit series of novels into a show that honours its source material? And how do you stay true while building out 6 hours of television for each season? Emile speaks with executive producer and writer Will Smith and executive producer for See-Saw Julian Stevens, about the landmark series Slow Horses. They discuss the challenges of genre-crossing, the critical role of actors in the writing process, and how Mick Jagger was convinced to sing the theme song. Host: Emile ShermanGuests: @willsmithwriter and Julian Stevens@see_saw_filmsExecutive Producer: @Sam_Joly_Producer: Sabrina OrganoComposer: @AdiescarArtwork: @studiostrombergA See-Saw Films Production