On The Page

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1000. Learning on the Job Jul 24, 2026

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In the very last episode of the On the Page Podcast, host Pilar Alessandra says goodbye and takes part in an "exit meeting" courtesy of podcaster Ben Blacker.

999. Get It On the Page Jul 17, 2026

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Whether you're writing something "elevated" or "grounded," Pilar helps you build a scene one element at a time.

998. Cleaning the Kitchen Jul 10, 2026

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Austin Elliott chose to "be the person who cleans the kitchen without being asked," and went on to maintain steady work in the industry. Here he talks about the important lessons he's learned as he advanced from PA to the writers' room.

997. Five Tips for Moving to LA and Starting Your Career Jul 03, 2026

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Writer Danny Bayliss came to LA right after college and has learned a thing or two in that time. Here he shares "five tips" that include ways to live a good life while expanding your network.

996. Comic Book Creative Jun 26, 2026

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Josh Sky was an aspiring TV writer when he got an opportunity to write comics for his favorite character He-Man. Fifty issues later, he discusses what he's learned and his feelings about where comic book writing and screenwriting converge.

995. The Writers Guild Foundation Jun 19, 2026

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"The Writers of today helping the writers of tomorrow." Such is the motto of The Writers Guild Foundation and its executive director Julie Lacouture. Julie describes the programs at the WGF which include the Veterans Writing Project, the Writers Access Program and its new partnership with the Nicholl Fellowship.

994. The Play's the Thing Jun 12, 2026

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Actor/writer Marissa Alaniz discusses the love of the craft and passion for her subject matter that led her to write and produce her recently published play Elizabeth.

993. Lessons from Wanuri Jun 05, 2026

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Lessons about bio-pics, lessons about pitching, lessons about hope. Writer/director Wanuri Kahiu (Rafiki, Washington Black) returns to the podcast to talk about all of it. Don't miss this one!

992. Coming of Age as a Screenwriter May 29, 2026

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Actor/writer Karin delaPena Collison's first feature script Coming of Age won a Nicholl Fellowship. Here, she talks about what led up to it and what came next.

991. Dialogue Driven May 22, 2026

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On the Page Podcast and Rock Solid Podcast listeners contribute their favorite dialogue-driven clips from movies!

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