Best Screenplay Analysis Podcasts (2025)

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Men in Black - Part 2 49:18

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Answering questions from Script Club members attending online, Barry talks about everything from the evolution of the script to working with Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones and why he doesn’t want his actors to act. Host Luke Foster is also joined by screenwriter and novelist Danny King, screenwriter, script consultant and editor David Wigram, and w…

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Men in Black - Part 1 46:03

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Host Luke Foster is joined by screenwriter and novelist Danny King, screenwriter, script consultant and editor David Wigram, and writer, editor and creative consultant Corey Brotherson. We talked about everything from the way the characters and the story world are introduced to the script’s effective blend of action and comedy. You can read the scr…

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Queer, The Birdcage 1:25:24

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Send us a text 🎬 Season 2, Episode 5 – Pride Month Spotlight In celebration of Pride, Keep, Stream, Skip shines a light on two films that center queer identity, expression, and resilience. First is Queer (2024), a moody and introspective adaptation of the William S. Burroughs novel that explores loneliness, desire, and self-destruction in postwar M…

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9 to 5, Promising Young Woman 1:49:00

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Send us a text 🎬 Season 2, Episode 4 – Office Politics and Feminist Payback This episode of Keep, Stream, Skip takes a sharp look at workplace culture, revenge, and feminist resilience through two standout films. First up is 9 to 5 (1980), a classic comedy where three working women team up to take down their sexist boss with charm, wit, and a littl…

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Love Lies Bleeding, Basic Instinct (Valentine's Day Part 2) 1:47:38

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Send us a text In the second half of our Valentine’s Day special, we dive into two thrillers that explore love, lust, and danger. First is Love Lies Bleeding (2024), a neon-drenched tale of obsession and power starring Kristen Stewart in one of her most intense roles yet. Then we revisit the provocative classic Basic Instinct (1992), where Sharon S…

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La La Land, So I Married an Axe Murderer (Valentine's Day Part 1) 1:45:25

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Send us a text This week on Keep, Stream, Skip, we take a look at two very different approaches to love on screen. First is La La Land (2016), Damien Chazelle’s visually stunning musical about dreams, ambition, and the realities of romance. Then we go back to the 90s with So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993), a dark comedy where Mike Myers plays a m…

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Women Talking 47:26

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Episode Four: Women Talking Join us for an in-depth discussion about Sarah Polley’s script for Women Talking. Host Luke Foster is joined by screenwriter, producer and author Scott Myers, filmmaker, editor and producer Deborah Espect, and film director Abbie Lucas. Writer/Director Nathan Haines fields questions and comments from Script Club members …

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Fargo, Hateful Eight, Wonder Boys 2:16:14

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Send us a text ❄️ Winter Wonderland Movie Review ❄️ In this cozy winter-themed episode of Keep, Stream, Skip, hosts Samantha Juliana and Nick dive into three iconic films: Fargo, The Hateful Eight, and Wonder Boys. They break down the essential elements of each film, including the screenplay, direction, acting, cinematography, editing, music/score,…

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In Bruges 54:04

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Episode Three: In Bruges Join us for an in-depth discussion about Martin McDonagh's screenplay for In Bruges. Host Luke Foster is joined by screenwriter and story consultant Ian Long and Dutch screenwriter Liz van Ingen. Writer/Director Nathan Haines fields questions and comments from Script Club members attending live online. We talked about every…

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Fleabag 49:43

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Episode Two: Fleabag Join us for an in-depth discussion about Phoebe Waller-Bridge's script for Series Two, Episode One of Fleabag. Host Luke Foster is joined by Brazilian screenwriter, filmmaker and author Alessandra De Blasi, screenwriter Lorna Riley and long-time BBC1 screenwriter Tina Walker. Writer/Director Nathan Haines fields questions and c…

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Everything Everywhere All At Once 49:12

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Episode One: Everything Everywhere All At Once Join us for an in-depth discussion about Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert's Oscar-winning screenplay for Everything Everywhere All At Once. Host Luke Foster is joined by writer, actor and improviser Vera Chok, writer, director and 2021 Sundance nominee Nomawonga Khumalo and screenwriter and script cons…

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Season 1 - 2024 Year in Review and KSS Awards 1:02:27

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Send us a text In this season finale of Keep, Stream, Skip, hosts Samantha, Juliana, and Nick take a look back at the best and worst films they reviewed over the past year. From cinematic gems to major disappointments, they discuss the standout movies that impressed—and the ones that fell flat. But that's not all! The trio also hands out their high…

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Mix Nuts, Last Christmas, and All Through the House 2:20:12

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Send us a text In this festive holiday episode, hosts Nick, Samantha, and Juliana dive into a trio of Christmas films that offer something for everyone. From heartwarming romantic comedies to dark, twisted humor, and even a dose of campy B-movie horror, this selection captures the wide spectrum of holiday cinema. Join the hosts as they debate and d…

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Thankskilling, Game Night, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 1:52:13

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Send us a text In this special Thanksgiving-themed episode, hosts Nick, Samantha, and Juliana gather for a triple movie review, diving into three uniquely entertaining films perfect for the holiday season. First up is the cult horror-comedy Thankskilling, where a foul-mouthed killer turkey wreaks havoc in a hilariously absurd tale. Next, they discu…

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Prospect, The Conversation 1:17:38

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Send us a text In this episode of Keep, Stream, Skip, the gang introduces a new tool: the Wheel of Whatever, a random genre and sub-genre generator that spices things up! Tonight, the wheel lands them on two intriguing picks: the indie space opera Prospect and Gene Hackman's classic slow-burn thriller The Conversation. Will they keep, stream, or sk…

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Sleepy Hollow (1999), Tarot (2024) 1:16:47

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Send us a text In this final Halloween marathon episode of Keep, Stream, Skip, Nick, Juliana, and Samantha dive into the star-studded classic Sleepy Hollow, featuring Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci. They also review the newer film Tarot, wrapping up their spooky series with engaging discussions and insights on both films. Tune in for a blend of no…

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Martyrs (2008), The Last House on the Left (1972) 2:02:50

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Send us a text In this episode of Keep, Stream, Skip, the Halloween marathon continues with host Nick diving into two chilling films: the 2008 French horror classic Martyrs and Wes Craven’s groundbreaking 1972 film Last House on the Left. Joined by regular co-hosts Samantha and Julianna, as well as special guest Jonathan, the discussion explores th…

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Elvira Mistress of the Dark, Abigail (2024) 1:31:08

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Send us a text In this exciting new episode of our Halloween marathon, Samantha takes the reins with a double feature of spooky delights: Elvira: Mistress of the Dark and the fresh release Abigail (2024). Joining her are co-hosts Juliana and Nick, who dive into both films to discuss their merits and quirks. Together, they weigh in on whether these …

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The Lighthouse, Talk to Me 1:15:50

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Send us a text 🎃 Spooky Season Kickoff! 🎃 In this episode, Juliana dives into the thrilling world of Halloween cinema starting the KEEP, STREAM, SKIP Halloween marathon! She’s spotlighting two eerie A24 films: The Lighthouse and Talk to Me. Join her, Samantha, and Nick as they explore the chilling narratives and striking visuals of these modern cla…

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The Fountain, The Thomas Crown Affair 1:16:23

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Send us a text In this special episode, hosts Nick, Juliana, and Samantha celebrate Nick's milestone 40th birthday by diving into his unique film selections. Known for his penchant for the bizarre, Nick surprises everyone by choosing two romantic films: The Fountain (2006) and The Thomas Crown Affair (1999). Join the trio as they explore the depth …

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Cool Cat Saves the Kids, The Biker Warrior Babes vs Zombie Babies from Hell 1:09:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Keep, Stream, Skip, hosts Samantha, Juliana, and Nick tackle two of the most infamous cinematic disasters: Cool Cat Saves the Kids: The Director's Cut and The Biker Warrior Babes vs Zombie Babies from Hell. Despite Nick battling a cold and Samantha missing out on the latter film, the team powered through to share t…

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The Smokers, One Cut of the Dead 1:29:34

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Send us a text 🎉 Get ready to celebrate Samantha’s birthday with cinematic reviews like no other! Join Samantha, Juliana, and Nick as they dive into her intense movie picks: the cult classic "The Smokers" and the wildly creative "One Cut of the Dead." Trigger warning: "The Smokers" deals with sensitive themes, including sexual assault and rape. Des…

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Dungeons and Dragons Honor Among Thieves, The Mortal Instruments City of Bones 1:19:04

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Send us a text 🎉 Get ready for a birthday bash like no other! 🎬 Join Samantha, Juliana, and Nick as they dive into Juliana's epic birthday movie picks: "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" and "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones." Adventure, magic, and thrilling discussions await, including Nick's fiery rants about "The Mortal Instruments…

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The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Summer of '84 57:46

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Send us a text Join Samantha, Juliana, and Nick as they delve into the cinematic worlds of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and the lesser-known gem "Summer of '84" in the latest episode of Keep, Stream, Skip! In this episode, the trio brings their unique perspectives to the table, discussing the themes, character development, and standout moments…

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High School Musical 2, Weekend at Bernie's, and Friday the 13th 1:33:54

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Send us a text In this episode, Juliana, Samantha, and Nick celebrate the arrival of summer by sharing their top movie picks and some fun facts about their favorite summer films. Join them as they delve into retrospectives on High School Musical 2, Weekend at Bernie's, and Friday the 13th. KEEP STREAM SKIP PODCAST…

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BABY CAT, SAVED, BLUE BELT 40:06

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Send us a text Celebrate Pride Month with us on the inaugural episode of Keep, Stream, Skip! Join us as we explore queer and queer-adjacent films. Dive into "Baby Cat" on Tubi, "Saved!" on Peacock, and "Blue Belt" also on Tubi. Tune in for insightful reviews and recommendations! KEEP STREAM SKIP PODCAST…

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Table Reading of the screenplay, "Butterflies", read by the Cast of the upcoming Independent Feature Film!! 1:34:48

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Before we enter production tomorrow, December 11th, 2020, the cast assembled together for the second time, via Zoom, to do a table reading of the screenplay, "Butterflies", written by Ryan McCoy, directed by Kevin Van Stevenson, and adapted from the 2010 YA novel, "Party", written by Tom Leveen! "Butterflies" takes us inside the head of Becket Mont…

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"FULL Script Analysis & Breakdown!!" - BUGS Acts 1& 2 52:29

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Getting a little ansy, as I'm sure everyone else is feeling as well right now, so I decided to start something new! I'm going to be doing a FULL analysis and breakdown of some of my scripts. I've realized that the videos I've made where I get into details of my writing, people seem to enjoy, so let's see how these do. I went through acts 1 and 2 of…

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"Taking Things to the Next Level" - AVALON HOLLYWOOD - RynoRyder's Podcast - Ep. 037 25:23

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In this vlog, I travel to my favorite part of LA, Hollywood, California! I have a friend performing at the WORLD FAMOUS, Avalon Hollywood where some of the best DJs in the music industry have performed. I came packing with three different cameras, my Canon 7D, BlackMagic Cinema, and my iPhone X. The night was a blast and I get to now say I've filme…

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"The science behind a good story" - RynoRyder's Podcast - QUICK TAKES 2:19

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I sat down with TV writer, Jon Veles, to talk about writing, the process, and what the motivation is to tell good stories. Jon's work can most recently be seen on the renewed season of "Fresh Off the Boat". Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produced two feature films, and is beginning to expand o…

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"How to make your script stand out" - RynoRyder's Podcast - QUICK TAKES 2:18

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This is a clip from the podcast show I recorded with screenwriter and instructor, Phil Eisner. Here, he talks about a "cheat" writers can use to help get the attention of a Hollywood script reader. Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produced two feature films, and is beginning to expand out to giv…

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"What it means to be an Independant Producer in the Entertainment Industry in 2019" - BONUS CONTENT - RynoRyder's Podcast 6:36

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This is the audio from an article I wrote about the Origin Story of how my screenplay, "Apocalypse," went from script to graphic novel and why I decided to do it in the first place. I end the audio with my thoughts about how to and what it means to produce in the film/tv/entertainment industry, in a modern 2019 marketplace. Enjoy! Ryan McCoy is a w…

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"A Lesson in How To Write a Compelling Screenplay" - RynoRyder's Vlog Ep. 034 10:50

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Back to the whiteboard!! I'm doing some work on my most recent script and I came across what I thought was a teachable moment for any young/old/aspiring/established screenwriters and decided to whip out my iPhone and record a vlog just for you guys. Enjoy!! Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produ…

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"My TOP FIVE Things I Have Going on RIGHT NOW!!!" - RynoRyder's Vlog Ep. 033 9:10

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I've been head-down writing and grinding that I haven't posted a video in a while so I wanted to give you all an update with my TOP FIVE things that have the most "legs" right now. To purchase a copy of my book, "Black Angel"go to the Amazon link here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Angel-Bipolar-too-story/dp/1090860080/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=r…

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BONUS CONTENT!! Script Meeting with Brazillian/American director, Kaya Verruno 1:58:55

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I recently finished the first draft to send out to Brazillian/American director, Kaya Verruno, of a screenplay based on a pitch idea he had for an adventure story set in the northern jungles of Brazil. This was our first script meeting where he gave me notes on the script to take back and apply to another draft. The meeting is just under 2 hours, a…

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"Self-Publishing Your Own Book" - An excerpt from my book, BLACK ANGEL: I'M BIPOLAR TOO. THIS IS MY STORY 9:33

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Today marks the two-year anniversary of my mental breakdown that altered the course of my life forever. I wanted to do something special for my podcast listeners, so along with introducing my book and why I decided to write it and the significance of it coming out today, I also picked an excerpt from the end of the first chapter to read. I want to …

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"Story vs. Spectacle" - Audio Commentary - Short Film, Apocalypse: The Student 22:37

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Here's the audio commentary for my third Apocalypse short. As I explain in the video, I drew my inspiration for this one from director, Sam Mendes. I breakdown how quickly I work on the fly when I see what I want, only doing 1-2 takes for a shot. I compliment the very talented, Micah Parker on his additions to the character and to the scenes. And, …

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"Trying to tell a story without a script." AUDIO COMMENTARY - Short Film, "The Drunk" 11:42

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Here's another commentary for my short film, "Apocalypse: The Drunk." My purpose behind putting these pieces of content out is to give any insight and perspective to ANY aspiring filmmaker, artist, creative, just to let you know a bit about what goes through my head and the reasons behind the choices I make, artisticly. Even if sometimes those choi…

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"What it takes to be a writer in Hollywood" - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show 13.2 1:04:33

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As you'll hear during the intro, I was going back through some of my old videos and realized that a podcast with my friend Jon Veles, something fucked up and it only posted about the first 25-ish seconds of the interview. SO, I found the raw video and audio and decided to re-post it for you all. Jon is a working writer, currently on TV for ABC's "F…

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"How to Make a Short Film w/ Zero Budget" - AUDIO COMMENTARY by Writer/Director Ryan McCoy 8:13

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Been talking about doing these for a while now and finally decided to make one. Because I got such a good feedback about me posting the different audio commentaries for my feature film, EVIDENCE, I thought people could gain some value by me doing an audio/video commentary for each of my short films I have on my channel. You can't get more guerrilla…

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BONUS CONTENT!! Life Lessons for the Younger Generation - RynoRyder's Podcast RECAP 21:29

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What you'll hear first is (after my sexy, raspy, stuffed up intro) is some audio ripped from one of my videos where an intern I had working for me last summer, Kai, wanted to ask me some questions about the industry and how I produced my first feature film. I think the questions are great and I think there's definitely some "jewels" of wisdom in th…

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What's it like being on a Disney show? - RynoRyder's Podcast Show #18 w/ guest John Paul Green 1:21:31

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I fucked up on the audio and a second camera for this podcast, but I HIGHLY recommend you all check this one out, featuring actor John Paul Green.JP (as he goes by) is most widely known for his role as Chuck McCoy in the acclaimed Disney Television show, "Austin & Ally".In this podcast, we dive into how he made the move from Houston to Los Angeles,…

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"Becoming an Independent Filmmaker," w/ guest Eric England - RynoRyder's Podcast Show #17 1:17:05

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It's been a while since I got to record a podcast, but my guest for this week is a very talented writer and director, Eric England. Eric has directed SIX feature length films so far in his career. We sit and talk about what it was like for him growing up in Arkansas and having a passion for story-telling and how he ended up here in LA. You can foll…

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BONUS CONTENT!! USC Chapter Talk - February 5th, 2018 22:12

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This audio is from my first ever talk that I gave at the beginning of this year. I've become MUCH more comfortable talking and telling my story and talking with passion, but I was nervous as FUCK to give this talk. BUT, I swallowed any judgement and got up and did it. I definitely scared the living shit out of these kids, but at least I did it and …

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BONUS CONTENT!!! Audio Commentary by the stars of "Evidence," Abi and Ashley 1:18:41

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About a week ago I posted the audio commentary I did for the feature film, "Evidence." People seemed to really enjoy it so I thought I would post the other commentary from the DVD extras that was done by the two stars of the film, Abigail Richie and Ashley Bracken!Theirs is definitely lighter in tone than mine, and they both give a ton of insight i…

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FILMMAKING, DREAMING BIG, BIPOLAR - DreamMason Podcast 1.29.2018 - Alex Terranova w/Ryan McCoy 53:23

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FLASHBACK FRIDAY!! This is the audio from a podcast interview I did earlier this year. Enjoy!!Ryan McCoy sits down for his first interview EVER! "The DreamMason," Alex Terranova interviews Ryan for his podcast from Ryan's home in Topanga, California. This is an in-depth look at the REAL struggles behind what it is like to be an independent filmmake…

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BONUS CONTENT!! Audio Commentary by Ryan McCoy from the Horror film, "Evidence"! 1:18:41

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This is the audio ripped from the DVD extras of the audio commentary I did for the film's domestic release a few years back. I thought I'd post the audio on here for those of you who have seen the movie, will be able to follow along with the commentary.I made "Evidence" on a VERY shoe-string/no-string budget. So, for any aspiring filmmakers out the…

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HOW TO BECOME A STUNTWOMAN OR STUNTMAN - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #16 - Unplugged 1:10:12

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I'm digging our new format, but I'd love to hear it from you all!This, I feel, was a very amazing episode and I'm proud to share it with the world and I give ALL my love to those amazing women and men who work in the stunt community. God Bless!Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produced two featur…

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ACTOR, MUSICIAN, CHASE COLEMAN - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #15 - UNPLUGGED 1:01:31

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Happy 4th of July, everybody!!We're trying something a little different this week. We decided to go "Unplugged" on this week's podcast and I couldn't have had a better guest for it than actor/musician/friend, Chase Coleman.Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produced two feature films, and is begin…

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ENTREPRENUERSHIP, MOVING TO LA, NAVIGATING THE WATERS - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #14 1:02:28

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Happy Hump Day!!This week's episode I sit down and talk with entreprenuer and all-around amazing dude, Pasquale Iannino. We talk about his recent move from Chicago to LA, his love and talent for doing Voice-Over, and his work as creative director for a digital media company. We also show some love and support for local LA brewery, Golden Road Brewi…