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Welcome to The Successful Screenwriter Podcast your go-to source for in-depth discussions, expert insights, and captivating interviews in the world of screenwriting. Hosted by seasoned screenwriter Geoffrey D. Calhoun, this podcast is a valuable resource for both novice and experienced screenwriters, offering a wealth of insights and guidance. About the Podcast: Dive deep into the art and craft of screenwriting with our engaging episodes that cover a spectrum of topics – from mastering the screenplay format to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the film industry. Each episode is designed to inspire, educate, and entertain, providing valuable takeaways for writers at every stage of their journey. Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a screenwriting instructor and best selling author with a passion for storytelling. With a proven track record in the film industry, Geoffrey has not only honed his craft as a successful screenwriter but also shar
Geoffrey D Calhoun hosts The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast, a tv show with 200 episodes published.
Script Summit 2025 is officially open for submissions! If you're looking for industry exposure, this is your chance to get your script read by Hollywood producers and directors. In this episode, we welcome Script Summit
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with filmmaker Fritz Frauendorf to discuss the challenges of breaking into the film industry through short films. Fritz shares his journe
Episode Description: In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is joined by regular guests Katie Presto and Reece Taylor to analyze and review Companion, the sci-fi horror film that blends psych
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is joined by guest hosts Katie Presto and Reece Taylor for an in-depth film analysis of The Wolfman (2025). They dissect the film's subversive approach
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun welcomes guest hosts Katie Presto and Reece Taylor to dive into the remake of Nosferatu. Together, they analyze the gothic tale's visual brilliance, exp
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey sits down with director Mark Freiburger to discuss his latest feature film, Between Borders. Mark shares the powerful true story that inspired the film, the challe
In this insightful episode, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun speaks with documentary filmmaker William Hart about his eight-year journey creating Lead and Copper, a film that exposes the ongoing Flint water crisis and the politi
On this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun connects with writer and producer William Mikita, the creative force behind Chasing 3000—a heartfelt baseball drama that tapped big-name talent lik
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Adam Tex Davis, the Emmy-nominated writer behind Just Friends starring Ryan Reynolds and the groundbreaking show Brain Games. Tex shares
In this episode, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with David Smallwood, the 2024 Script Summit Best Feature Screenplay winner, to discuss his award-winning script Sad Blue Dan. David reveals the origins of this elevate
In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter podcast, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with author Douglas A. Burton to discuss his groundbreaking book, The Heroine’s Labyrinth. Douglas offers a fresh perspective on
In this inspiring episode of The Successful Screenwriter Podcast, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with the incredibly talented writer and director Lina Suh. Known for her work on projects with HBO Max and Sony, as wel
Geoffrey D. Calhoun goes live across multiple platforms to break down the divisive Joker: Folie à Deux. In this episode, Geoffrey dives into audience expectations vs. artistic vision, dissecting why the film’s genre-blen
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guests: Alexandra Essoe, Writer and Director of The Carnal Soul Alexis Iacono, Producer of The Carnal Soul Summary: In this lively episode, Geoffrey s
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Simon Barrett, Screenwriter of Azrael, Godzilla X Kong, and You're Next Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey sits down with acclaimed screenwrite
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Cynthia Mersten, Screenwriter and Script Summit Winner In this episode, Geoffrey Calhoun sits down with Cynthia Mersten, 2022 Script Summit win
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Marq Scheyder, Screenwriter and Filmmaker Summary: In this insightful AMA (Ask Me Anything) the tables are turned as Marq Scheyder returns to i
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Bertie Speirs & Samantha Speirs, Filmmakers of Midnight Taxi Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey sits down with Bertie and Samantha Speirs, the
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Mike Hammond, Retired Homicide Detective and Host of Detective Story Podcast Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun welcomes retired hom
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guest: TJ Noel-Sullivan, Writer and Director of "Midas" Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with TJ Noel-Sullivan,
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