Month: June 2020

Let me start by saying…I’m really disappointed in you guys. You let me fall off the face of the earth and no one even checked in to see if I was okay! How DARE you? But I forgive quickly, so let’s move on. Yes, I’ve been gone from this platform for *gasp* two years. I […]… Continue reading Writer’s Be Like: The Dangers of Research — Athena Hernandez

What do you call a woman who keeps her word? A stand-up gal. (sorry, I couldn’t resist) I am fortunate to have met many people from all walks of life over the years. I like to interview them and share their stories with you in hopes that you will be inspired and entertained by their […]… Continue reading Woman of Her Word —

Last week, after I finished up one of the final chapters for my book, I decided to dive back into some research on the topic of whether to pursue independent or traditional publishing. For a half hour I sifted through article after article that seemed determined to convince aspiring authors that success, income, and a […]… Continue reading Indie Authoring in A Big Pub World — Athena Hernandez

For us (this second trailer is better than the first), and for chat show host Katherine Newbury (Emma Thompson) – when she takes on inexperienced writer Molly Patel (Mindy Kaling) to rescue her sinking ship. Katherine isn’t just a chat show host, she’s the reigning monarch of chat show hosts, and winner of an extraordinary […]… Continue reading “Late Night” gets better and better… — Caution Spoilers

Film Courage: How does someone who hates reading their own writing continue to write scripts? Chad Meisenheimer, Writer/Actor/Comic/Director: I was telling my friend the other day actually about this where I only produce and write for the stuff I want to direct or act in. I personally just want to be an actor/director. I would […]… Continue reading How Does Someone Who Hates Reading Their Own Writing Continue To Write Screenplays? By Chad Meisenheimer — FilmCourage.com

I remember ugly crying at my final high school assembly. Which was a super chill, cool move for 17-year-old me. But the worst part wasn’t the puffy-faced photos or “Ermahgerd, I didn’t bring a tissue!” snot disaster, it was that people assumed I was crying because school was finishing. Although, perhaps not as embarrassing as […]… Continue reading Chapter 29: Don’t be dumb — kate takes thirty

My first memory is the day John Belushi died. I was 18 months old when the news broke, an age common for first memories. Because we lived in Chicago and my father was a comedy fan, John Belushi’s name came up on a regular basis. “Tsk. What a waste,” they would say whenever we drove […]… Continue reading John Belushi: Imaginary Dad — Imaginary Orphan

THE INTERVIEW was the winner of BEST MUSIC at the March 2020 Comedy Film Festival in Toronto. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Alan Brennan: Long time listener, first time caller. 2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this short? Way way […]… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Alan Brennan (THE INTERVIEW) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

SUBSCRIBE TO THE FEDERALIST RADIO HOUR HERE. Ben Domenech hosts a new mini-series on “The Federalist Radio Hour,” breaking down the Federalist Staff’s all-time favorite movies. On this episode, Domenech is joined by movie buff and Townhall.com Staff Writer Ellie Bufkin to discuss the beloved 1995 comedy “Clueless.” Bufkin said this modern classic, featuring Alicia […]… Continue reading Stream During Quarantine: The Classic ’90s Comedy ‘Clueless’ — Randy Salars News And Comment