Drinking in the Pen

About Drinking in the Pen

Created by writer Dawn Garcia, this is a podcast all about writing. Whether you’re writing for film or television, or a journalist, she’s giving it to you straight. From awards to failures, story courses through her veins. “Drinking in the Pen” is your invitation to have real talk about the process, what to expect, constantly learning, and never allowing your ego to run the show.

Publisher

Dawn Garcia

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Mar 2021

Latest episode

6 Feb 2023

Latest episodes

53 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Feb 2023

   A little Monday Motivation

   Imposter syndrome and self doubt are jerks. That’s why you have to remember your superpower: no one sees the world the way you do.

2. 

   24 Jan 2023

   Editorial + Screenwriting

   While they seem like totally different worlds, there is a lot to be learned from editorial work: deadlines, structure, impact, ROI, marketable story, presentation, and more. If you can apply those concepts when you write for stage and screen? You’ll have an edge.

3. 

   11 Jan 2023

   DIALOGUE MATTERS

   Writing is one thing, but learning how to express dialogue that sounds natural is another thing altogether. Be social, strike up conversations with strangers, engage in the discomfort so you truly grasp the art of conversation. Give your characters the life and respect they deserve …

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

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