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EP304 | The System is Rigged! (w/ Adam G. Simon)

Prepare yourself for an unfiltered journey into the underbelly of Hollywood. In this episode, we're joined by writer and producer Adam G. Simon, known for his work on 'Point Blank' and 'Man Down.' Adam exposes the cons, grifts, and dark secrets lurking behind the glitz and glamour of the movie industry. His revelations are so shocking that names and statements have been edited to protect against potential backlash. But that's not all – Adam also delves into his groundbreaking AI project, discussing how technology could combat corruption in Hollywood. Get ready for an eye-opening exploration of why success in Tinseltown is a battle most will never win.

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EP293 | Finding the Horror Within (w/ Ben Farthing)

Dive into the dark and mysterious world of horror on the latest episode of In Love with the Process. Host Mike Pecci explores the origins of horror ideas and shares personal inspirations behind his own films. Joining him is acclaimed author Ben Farthing, known for his supernatural horror and dark fantasy novels. Together, they delve into the process of cultivating terrifying tales, drawing inspiration from everyday life, and embracing the eerie allure of cosmic horror. Whether you're a horror aficionado or aspiring writer, this episode offers thrilling insights and spine-tingling discussions. Tune in and prepare to be captivated by the secrets lurking in the shadows.

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EP260 | This isn't just business, it's personal! (w/ Eliot Glazer

This isn't just business, it's personal! On a very special episode of the In Love with the Process Podcast, writer and comedian Eliot Glazer (NEW GIRL, BROAD CITY, iCARLEY) joins host Mike Pecci in a deep, uncensored conversation about the state of our industry and why the creatives who support it are on strike. The two go deep into the reason why the writers are striking and how we all need to change our perspective on how we work with other people.

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EP245 | Comic Books are the Purest Form of Cinema (w/ Daniel Freedman)

Joining host Mike Pecci in the studio today is movie screenwriter, comic book writer, and director Daniel Freedman (KALI, UNDYING LOVE). The two go deep into the differences between writing for comics and for cinema, their experiences pitching scripts and getting stories acquired by studios. Also get inspired by their insights into how to turn rejection into amazing work and unforgettable characters!

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EP227 | The Defining Moment: How Writers and Actors Build Characters

On today's episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS PODCAST, host Mike Pecci talks with screenwriter and director Chris Riley about what it actually takes to be a professional screenwriter. Chris shares his experiences as a script reader for Warner Bros and gives insight into the type of scripts that make it through to the studio executives and into the process of development. The two also talk about the power of documenting life experiences and having a journal of emotional moments to draw from when writing. Chris is also the writer of a super helpful book for actors and screenwriters alike; THE DEFINING MOMENT. HOW WRITERS AND ACTORS BUILD CHARACTERS!

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EP216 | Horror Screenwriting: The Toolbox of Dread (w/ Neal Marshall Stevens)

Where does fear come from? Is it biological? Is it learned? What fears do we share with animals? What fears are uniquely human? Joining host Mike Pecci on today's episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS PODCAST is horror screenwriter and author Neal Marshall Stevens. His book, A sense of Dread: Getting Under the Skin of Horror Screenwriting , goes deep into the principles of “Dread” and how to put real scares into the pages of a screenplay.

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EP212 | How to pitch a project using Storytelling Tactics (w/ Steve Rawling)

Are you terrible at pitching an idea? Does the person that you are talking with lose interest? Do their eyes glaze over, or even worse, are they compelled to randomly check their phone for something more interesting? It's amazing how terrible most storytellers are at pitching an idea, and here at In Love with the Process Podcast, we want to introduce you to the tools that will make money people drool over your ideas. Host Mike Pecci gets deep with Steve Rawling about his Storyteller Tactics and how he has helped so many professionals change the way they pitch their ideas. Get ready to take some notes, this episode will change the way you think about your pitch meetings!

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EP166 | Visual Storytelling: A Filmmaker's Guide to Hitchcock's Techniques (w/ Jeffery Michael Bays)

Part 01 of the In Love with the Process podcast’s Visual Storytelling series in which we introduce you to new resources that will aid in developing the look of your films and photographs. In this episode of the In Love with the Process podcast, host Mike Pecci talks with author and Hitchcock historian Jeffrey Michael Bays. The two discuss their favorite Hitchcock films and walk through the master's tips and tricks on how to create suspense on screen.

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EP155 | Getting Paid to Write about Movies (w/ James Dyer)

The techniques that movies and television studios use to get our attention is almost as important as the skill and talent needs to make the film. What is that old saying? If a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to hear it, did it exist?

Film reviews, articles by movie geeks, twitter wars, and podcasts have become the way that films are exposed to the modern world. On today's podcast, Host Mike Pecci gets nerdy with Empire Magazine's Digital Editor-In-Chief James Dyer. They talk in depth about his carer in entertainment journalism, how he visited the the set of Star Wars and Alien at 5 years old and James gives his top 5 horror movies to watch this Halloween!

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