The Writers Hangout

THE WRITERS HANGOUT, a podcast that celebrates the many stages of writing from inspiration to the first draft, revising, getting a project made and everything in-between. We’ll talk to the best and brightest in the entertainment industry and create a space where you can hang out, learn from the pros and have fun.

The Writers Hangout is a tv podcast hosted by Sandy Adomaitis, with 211 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.

Sandy Adomaitis hosts The Writers Hangout, a tv show with 211 episodes published.

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  Episode #212

  Rewind: How to Spend $600 Million Dollars: The Story of Screenwriter Steve Bing

  Aug 16, 202620 minS1

  Let us introduce you to the fascinating and luxurious world of Stephen Leo Bing, an American businessman, philanthropist, film producer, and screenwriter. Sadly, Steve Bing passed away from multiple blunt-force trauma after jumping from the 27th floor of a luxury apartment building in Century City, Los Angeles, on June 22, 2020. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner officially confirmed his death as a suicide. He was just 55 years old. Enjoy the show. Contact us: thewritershangoutpodcast@gmail.com The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT. Executive Producer Kristin Overn and Sandy Adomaitis Producer Terry Sampson Music by Ethan Stoller PAGE International Screenwriting Awards Hollywood’s favorite screenwriting contest -- one of the industry's top sources for new talent.

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  Episode #211

  The Wild Story Behind 1993's Super Mario Bros. Movie

  Aug 9, 202636 minS1

  Rewind. Did you know there was another SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE besides the animated blockbuster starring Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen, and Fred Armisen? The first SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE hit theaters in 1993 and was the first feature-length live-action film based on a video game. Directed by the husband-and-wife team Rocky Morton and Annabel Jankel, it follows brothers Mario Mario (Bob Hoskins) and Luigi Mario (John Leguizamo) as they quest to rescue Princess Daisy (Samantha Mathis) from a dystopian parallel universe ruled by the ruthless King Koopa (Dennis Hopper). Unfortunately, it was a box office failure and was widely panned by critics. The credits list three writers, Parker Bennett, Terry Runté, and Ed Solomon. Why did one MARIO movie succeed when the other MARIO movie didn’t? That’s the big question Sandy and Terry tackle in this episode. If you enjoy the show, please remember to follow us and leave a review where you listen to podcasts. Check out our IG for photos @thewritershangoutpodcast If you have an idea for the podcast or would like to make a comment, please contact us @thewritershangoutpodcast@gmail.com PAGE International Screenwriting Awards Hollywood’s favorite screenwriting contest -- one of the industry's top sources for new talent.

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  Episode #210

  Growing Up Orkin: Comedy, Creativity, and the Legacy of Dick Orkin’s CHICKENMAN with Lisa and Haris Orkin

  Aug 2, 202650 minS1

  Hang out with us for a fun conversation with Lisa Orkin and Harris Orkin — daughter and son of legendary radio writer, actor, and producer Dick Orkin. Dick Orkin, the mind behind the iconic radio serial “Chickenman” and the creative powerhouse The Famous Radio Ranch, was hailed by Newsweek as the pioneer of “The Advertising Theater of the Absurd.” He revolutionized audio advertising with his use of deadpan comedy, memorable characters, and situational humor, setting a new standard for creative storytelling in audio. Meet Our Guests: Lisa Orkin is a comedian, actor, writer, and audio director renowned for her unique blend of comedy, storytelling, and marketing across radio, film, and digital audio platforms. She’s also known for her podcast production work, distinctive voice acting, and creative leadership at The Radio Ranch. Harris Orkin is a multi-medium storyteller — author, playwright, screenwriter, video game narrative designer, and voice director. He’s best known for his BAFTA and WGA-nominated scripts for the Resident Evil video games and for his James Flynn Escapades spy comedy novels. The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT. Executive Producer Kristin Overn Executive Producer/CreatorSandy Adomaitis Producer Terry Sampson Music by Ethan Stoller

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  Episode #209

  How Writers Find Their Agents And Managers

  Jul 26, 202634 minS1

  Thanks for hanging out with us! In this REWIND episode, Sandy and Terry dive into a fascinating Twitter thread that shares some really valuable insights into how signed writers found their representation. A big thank you to Tyler Clair Smith, the talented writer on X who inspired this episode. Be sure to follow Tyler Clair Smith at @tclairsmith—we certainly did! In this episode, we discuss helpful internet programs for screenwriters. The Writers’ Hangout Podcast did not receive payment for our opinion. The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT. Executive Producer Kristin Overn Creator/Producer Sandy Adomaitis Producer Terry Sampson Music by Ethan Stoller

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  Episode #208

  Hollywood Insider Becky D’Anna Discusses Terminator, Comic-Con, Ingmar Bergman, and More!

  Jul 19, 20261h 5mS1

  What makes Terminator 2: Judgment Day one of the greatest films ever made? We're excited to have Becky D'Anna join us! Becky is a podcaster, a movie historian, and a lifelong cinephile with a 26-year career in movie marketing. We'll dive into an engaging chat about The Terminator, Comic-Con, the works of Ingmar Bergman, and much more! Becky shares how watching Terminator 2 on opening day in 1991 inspired her Hollywood career and ultimately led to a 26-year career in movie marketing, working on blockbuster franchises including X-Men , Spider-Man , and Terminator Salvation . The conversation also explores Quentin Tarantino's revival of historic movie theaters. In This Episode Why Terminator 2 remains one of the greatest action and science fiction films ever made. How James Cameron blended spectacular action with an emotional story about hope and humanity. The evolution of the Terminator franchise and Becky's ranking of every film. The magic of seeing classic movies with an audience on the big screen. Quentin Tarantino's preservation of the New Beverly Cinema and the Vista Theatre. Becky's lifelong love of Comic-Con and what first-time attendees should expect. What it's like to work in movie marketing and how studios promote blockbuster films. How movie tie-ins with brands and restaurants help launch major releases. Why Ingmar Bergman's films continue to inspire generations of filmmakers. Connect with Becky D'Anna Hanging with Becky https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hanging-with-becky/id1896866617 Director’s Take: A Sony Pictures Podcast https://directorstakepodcast.com T2 episode just dropped from Film 89 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-154-terminator-2-judgment-day-1991/id1332493155?i=1000777367810

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