You don't build a writing career without breaking a few rules. The Story Series Podcast is a screenwriting and creativity show hosted by screenwriter Brandon Violette (Disney, Netflix, Pixar). Each week, Brandon sits down with writers, showrunners, filmmakers, authors, and creators for candid conversations about story structure, character development, pitching, and the creative mindset.Designed for writers and storytellers at any level, every episode delivers actionable techniques, clear takeaways, and honest, rule-breaking insights about what it really takes to: Tell better stories.Find your creative voice.Build a lasting career.
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The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For Writers Who Break The Rules) is a arts podcast hosted by Brandon Violette, with 82 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Episode #82
#73 - The Writing Trick That Helps You See Your Story Differently | Alex Zamm
Aug 20, 202648 minS1
Alex Zamm is a writer, director, producer and songwriter who has spent his career telling stories across film and television. His credits include Woody Woodpecker (Universal), Under Wraps 1 & 2 (Disney+), A Christmas Prince (Netflix), and Little Rascals Save the Day (Universal). He directed and co-executive produced season three of Amazon/MGM's The Baxters and has directed numerous television series. His work has been recognized by the Cannes and Sundance film festivals and by the WGA. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • Why curiosity is essential to sustaining a creative career. • Why tone and tempo are the hardest things for a screenwriter to get right. • Writing where the energy is instead of working linearly. • And how a story's North Star guides every scene and creative decision. RESOURCES: • Alex Zamm on IMDB BECOME A BETTER STORYTELLER ✏️ Join my free weekly newsletter, The Rule Breaker's Dispatch, for writing insights from my conversations with screenwriters, showrunners and industry executives. Sign up at StorySeriesPodcast.com
#72 - Why Your Creative Career Shouldn't Be A Straight Line | Chris Gilligan
Aug 11, 202643 minS1
Chris Gilligan is the creator and executive producer of Disney Jr.'s RoboGobo. A 35-year veteran of film, television and animation, Gilligan served as executive producer and director of Disney Jr.'s fairytale-inspired animated series Goldie & Bear. His other credits include James and the Giant Peach, Ice Age: The Meltdown, Frankenweenie, and Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • Why creative careers are never straight lines. • Adapting storytelling instincts across mediums. • Developing characters more deeply than the audience will ever see. • And why you shouldn't treat every "no" as the final rejection. RESOURCES: • Chris Gilligan BECOME A BETTER STORYTELLER ✏️ Join my free weekly newsletter, The Rule Breaker's Dispatch, for writing insights from my conversations with screenwriters, showrunners and industry executives. Sign up at StorySeriesPodcast.com
#71 - Inside TV Development: Pitches, Play Patterns and Finding Your Twist | Lorna Withrington
Aug 4, 202636 minS1
Lorna Withrington is a highly established and approachable Executive Producer and Development Executive specializing in acquisitions and creative development of animated content with leading global brand appeal. She has developed content for global and regional broadcast platforms such as Netflix, Apple, Nickelodeon, Disney, CBBC, Sky and Cartoon Network/Cartoonito. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • How executives champion projects inside a company. • Why the twist can be the thing that gets a project over the line. • How executives choose writers for specific projects. • And why writers should know their creative "happy place". RESOURCES: • Lorna Withrington FIND YOUR VOICE ✏️ I put together a free guide called The Rule Breaker's Guide to Finding Your Creative Voice. A brutally honest roadmap built from the lessons, mistakes, and breakthroughs I've collected as a professional writer. Get it for free at StorySeriesPodcast.com CONNECT: • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube
#70 - Lucy Lost: How To Adapt A Novel For Animation | Helen Blakeman
Jul 28, 202639 minS1
Helen Blakeman is a BAFTA and International Emmy Award-winning British writer, both of which she received for her TV screenplay adaptation of 'Dustbin Baby' (BBC/Kindle Entertainment). She is also the creator, lead writer and associate producer of the BAFTA nominated BBC series 'Hetty Feather', based on the best-selling children's novel by Jacqueline Wilson. Most recently, she is the co-writer on the upcoming animated feature film 'Lucy Lost' (Xilam). IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • Why Helen rewrites every book by hand before adapting it. • When a writer must leave the source material behind. • Writing emotionally complex stories for young audiences. • And how she's now greenlighting projects herself. RESOURCES: • Lucy Lost • Helen on IMDB FIND YOUR VOICE ✏️ I put together a free guide called The Rule Breaker's Guide to Finding Your Creative Voice. A brutally honest roadmap built from the lessons, mistakes, and breakthroughs I've collected as a professional writer. Get it for free at StorySeriesPodcast.com CONNECT: • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube
#69 - Before You Get A Literary Manager, Ask These Questions | Peter Katz
Jul 22, 202642 minS1
Peter is the founder and CEO of Story Driven. As a manager, he supports the visions of trailblazing storytellers across the genre space and across mediums. He began his producing career in collaboration with some of the leading filmmakers of the genre space, including Tobe Hooper and Adam Wingard. Films he has produced have premiered at festivals around the world, including AFI Fest, The Rome Film Festival and Fantastic Fest. He is originally from San Diego, California. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • Finding representation at the right career stage. • What to ask before signing with a manager. • Why your query letter is probably too long. • And the "market signals" that help writers stand out. RESOURCES: • Peter Katz's Story Driven FIND YOUR VOICE ✏️ I put together a free guide called The Rule Breaker's Guide to Finding Your Creative Voice. A brutally honest roadmap built from the lessons, mistakes, and breakthroughs I've collected as a professional writer. Get it for free at StorySeriesPodcast.com CONNECT: • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube
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