The Script Reader Pro Podcast

In this episode, Scott & Desiree talk about why it is so important to make sure your characters are not perfect, that they are as messy and damaged as you can make them, using SONG SUNG BLUE as an example.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-69-complex-messy-characters-are-worth-everything/

In Part 2 of our Rewrite Series, Scott & Desiree break down the right mindset to take into the next draft with you.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-68-diagnosis-and-the-rewrite-process/

In this episode, the first of a 2-part series on rewriting, Scott & Desiree explore the reasons why writers sometimes make the rewrite process harder than it needs to be, or not as effective as it could be, and ways they can turn that around.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-67-why-most-rewrites-fail

In this episode, Scott & Desiree break down exactly what Show, Don't Tell means and how to make sure you are doing it in the right ways.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-66-showing-versus-telling

What makes a female character unforgettable? In this episode, we unpack the craft behind some of the best-written women in film and television.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-65-the-best-female-characters-and-why/

Scott is joined by a fellow screenwriter who is making his own waves as they talk about the realities of ups and downs and finding success in the failures.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-64-screenwriters-talking-shop/

In this episode, Scott & Desiree break down how well the idea of desperation is used in prestige television shows and how you can apply it to your spec pilot.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-63-the-use-of-desperation-in-prestige-television/

In this episode, Scott & Desiree talk about how to best use a supernatural element in different genres, and things to keep in mind.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-62-the-supernatural-element-across-genres/

In this episode, Scott & Desiree talk about some of the not-so-good advice that floats around for new screenwriters, and when to take or not take them into consideration.Read the full show notes here: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/resources-podcast/podcast-ep-61-the-worst-screenwriting-advice/