Tinsel Town Tea

Period Fundraiser Segment: Best Black Sitcoms Jan 12, 2023

A year ago our network, Period, held an online fundraiser. Each show did a segment and this is ours.

Chrome Extensions for Writers Oct 18, 2022

We’re taking a short break. We’ll see you in the new year!

Cory and Judith discuss a ScreenCraft article about Google Chrome extensions for screenwriters

https://screencraft.org/blog/the-best-chrome-extensions-for-screenwriters/

News: https://shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Knows:

Laura Harrier (who is NOT Zendaya): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Harrier

Ryan Coogler: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3363032/

TV Review: Abbott Elementary is Back! Oct 04, 2022

Cory and Judith review Season 2 Episode 1 of Abbott Elementary

Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abbott_Elementary

New: https://shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Knows:

Tyler James Williams: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler_James_Williams

Zach Fox - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zack_Fox

What to do before starting your screenplay! Aug 23, 2022

Cory and Judith break down some key things you should do before starting your screenplay! Resources: Article: https://screencraft.org/blog/5-front-end-tasks-to-complete-before-you-start-your-screenplay/ New: https://shadowandact.com

TV Review: Rap Sh!t Aug 10, 2022

Cory and Judith review the new HBO show Rap Sh!t

Resources:

New: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rap_Sh!t

Niggas You Should Know:

Cory: KaMillon - https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/kamillion-mia-rap-shit-hbo-max

Judith: Aida Osman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aida_Osman

Title: TV Review: Freeform’s Everything’s Trash Jul 19, 2022

Cory and Judith review the new Freeform show Everything’s Trash starring Phoebe Robinson.

Resources:

New: https://shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Know:

Phoebe Robinson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoebe_Robinson

Jordan Carlos: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Carlos

Jak Knight: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/jak-knight-dead-stand-up-comedian-actor-1235181487/

Script Read: P-Valley Pilot - “Perpetration” Jul 12, 2022

Cory and Judith do a script read of the hit Starz drama P-Valley.

Resources:

New: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment:

Script read: P-Valley Pilot

http://tvwriting.co.uk/tv_scripts/2019/Drama/Pussy_Valley_1x01_-_Perpetratin.pdf

Niggas You Should Know:

J Alphonse Nicholson - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4544635/

Katori Hall - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katori_Hall

TV Review: Martin: The Reunion Jun 21, 2022

Cory and Judith review the Martin reunion on BET +.

Resources:

New: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Martin:

The Reunion https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18277394/

https://ew.com/tv/best-moments-martin-reunion-special/

Niggas You Should Know:

Marla Gibbs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marla_Gibbs

TV Review: P-Valley Season 2 Premiere Jun 15, 2022

Cory and Judith review season 2 episode 1 of Starz hit show P-valley.

Resources:

New: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P-Valley

Niggas You Should Know:

Nico Annan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicco_Annan

Brandee Evans: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandee_Evans

Top 5 Leading Actors and Actresses Jun 07, 2022

Cory and Judith rank their top 5 leading actors and actresses in the industry today.

Niggas You Should Know:

Cicely Tyson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicely_Tyson

Courtney B. Vance : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Courtney_B._Vance

Script Read: Abbott Elementary Pilot Jun 01, 2022

Cory and Judith read the pilot for the Fan Favorite series, Abbott Elementary!

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Abbott Elementary Pilot Script: http://tvwriting.co.uk/tv_scripts/2021/Comedy/Abbott_Elementary_1x01.pdf

Niggas You Should Know:

Ryan Destiny: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Destiny

Bryan Tree Henry :https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Tyree_Henry

Pitching Advice: Screencraft Article May 26, 2022

Cory and Judith discuss tips about the best way to pitch your shows.

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://screencraft.org/blog/the-best-pitching-advice-from-screenwriting-twitter/

Niggas You Should Know: Nicholas Pinnock https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicholas_Pinnock

TV Review: Ms. Pat Show May 11, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith review the BET+ Original Show, The Ms. Pat Show

News: www.shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Know: Ms. Pat :

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ms._Pat Jordan E. Cooper: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4757041/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm

Generating Original TV and Feature Ideas May 05, 2022

This week Cory and Judith explore different ways to create new and original ideas!

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment:

How to Generate Awesome (and Original) Feature Film Ideas :https://screencraft.org/blog/how-to-generate-awesome-and-original-feature-film-ideas/

Three Fun Games to Help You Find Better Screenplay Ideas: https://screencraft.org/blog/three-fun-games-to-help-find-better-screenplay-ideas/

Niggas You Should Know: Cree Summer - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cree_Summer

TV Review: Atlanta Returns Mar 29, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith discuss the long-awaited return of FX’s Atlanta.

Sources:

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlanta_(season_3) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8544114/?ref_=ttep_ep1

Niggas You Should Know: Christopher Farrar - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8811694/?ref_=tt_cl_t_7 Stephen Glover - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Glover_(screenwriter)

How to Create a Screenwriting Process That's Right for You Mar 22, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith discuss the ScreenCraft article “How to Create a Screenwriting Process That's Right for You”

Sources:

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: How to Create a Screenwriting Process That's Right for You by Ken Miyamoto

Article: https://screencraft.org/blog/how-to-create-a-screenwriting-process-thats-right-for-you/

Niggas You Should Know: Anthony Mackie - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Mackie

TV Review: Bust Down Mar 15, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith review Peacock’s new comedy Bust Down.

Sources:

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment:

Bust Down IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14129388/

Niggas You Should Know: Ms. Opal Lee - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opal_Lee

Interview: Fallon Jethroe, Executive Producer for Podcasts at Westbrook Inc. Mar 08, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith sit down with the Executive Producer for Podcast at Westbrook Inc. Fallon Jethroe. As a producer of podcasts and unscripted television, we discuss her career journey and explore what opportunities are in unscripted television.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Fallon Jethroe Insta: @fallonjethroe

Niggas You Should Know: Fallon Jethroe

IMDB : https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3556435/

Interview: Writer Geraldine Elizabeth Inoa Mar 01, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith sit down with writer Geraldine Elizabeth Inoa!

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Geraldine Elizabeth Inoa’s Website: http://www.geraldineinoa.com Imbd- https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10175610/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Niggas You Should Know: “Pose is Over But Michaela Jaé Rodriguez is Just Getting Started” By Chris Murphy https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/02/michaela-jae-rodriguez-2022-hollywood-portfolio

TV Review: Bel-Air Feb 22, 2022

Cory and Judith review Peacock’s Bel-Air.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Bel- Air - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12878838/

Niggas You Should Know: Jimmy Akingbola - Plays Jeffery - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Akingbola Coco Jones- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_Jones

Tinsel Town Tea is on a Break Feb 15, 2022

Cory and Judith are on a break this week. We'll be back next week.

Interview: Writer Erica Eastrich Feb 08, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith sit down with writer Erica Eastrich!

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Erica’s Links: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10456964/

Interview: Dr. Mika Frank Feb 02, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith sit down with a Staff writer from FOX’s medical procedural The Resident.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Dr. Mika Frank’s website: https://www.mikafrank.com/v2pkhnoh7ndige4aaur5ojregtdzim

Dr. Mika Frank’s IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7440222/

Niggas You Should Know: Dr. Mika Frank’s website: https://www.mikafrank.com/v2pkhnoh7ndige4aaur5ojregtdzim

Dr. Mika Frank’s IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7440222/

TV Review: Abbott Elementary Jan 25, 2022

This week, Cory and Judith review the pilot of ABC’s Abbott Elementary.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abbott_Elementary

Niggas You Should Know: Quinta Brunson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinta_Brunson

Janelle James - https://www.janellejamescomedy.com/bio-1

5 Ways to Make Your Own Screenwriting Opportunities Dec 16, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith take a look at 5 ways to Make Your Own Screenwriting opportunities.

Shout out to author Ken Miyamoto from ScreenCraft.org.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://screencraft.org/2021/12/06/5-ways-to-make-your-own-screenwriting-opportunities/

Query Letter Writing - https://screencraft.org/2015/12/08/writing-the-perfect-query-letter-for-your-scripts/ Pitching and Writing for Lifetime- https://screencraft.org/2021/10/06/how-screenwriters-pitch-sell-and-write-for-lifetime/

Niggas You Should Know:

Jerrie Johnson - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10046181/

Tyler Lepley - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler_Lepley

Movie Review: Netflix’s Passing Nov 23, 2021

This week Cory and Judith review the Netflix movie Passing starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga.

Sources:

Know better do better: Writing prompts https://screencraft.org/2019/01/02/101-what-if-story-writing-prompts/

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8893974/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8893974/fullcredits

The film Passing, which adapts Nella Larsen’s 1929 novel and is now available streaming on Netflix, opens with a profusion of confusing sights and sounds. (https://slate.com/culture/2021/11/passing-netflix-movie-vs-nella-larsen-book.html)

Niggas You Should Know: Erika Alexander - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erika_Alexander Derek Luke - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derek_Luke Andre Holland - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9_Holland

How to Make Your Dialogue More Realistic Nov 16, 2021

This week Cory and Judith look at how we can make dialogue more realistic.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Know:

Chosen Jacobs - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chosen_Jacobs

Lexi Underwood - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lexi_Underwood

Movie Review : The Harder They Fall Nov 09, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith review Netflix’s The Harder They Fall.

Sources: Know Better Do Better: https://screencraft.org/2020/03/29/how-to-write-an-effective-one-page-pitch/

News: www.shadowandact.com

Niggas You Should Know: Danielle Deadwyler - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danielle_Deadwyler Michael Beach - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Beach

Review: Queens on ABC Oct 28, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith review the new ABC show Queens

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Black Entertainment Career Summit https://www.entertainmentcareersummit.com

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queens_(American_TV_series)

Niggas You Should Know: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queens_(American_TV_series)

Narration and Voiceover Oct 14, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith give you the tea on Narration and Voiceover in your script.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com Main Segment: https://screencraft.org/2021/09/29/everything-you-need-to-know-about-narration-and-voiceover/

Script Read HBO’s Insecure Oct 08, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith do a script read of the pilot of HBO’s Insecure.

Sources:

News: www.shadowandact.com

HBO’s: Insecure pilot https://www.scriptslug.com/assets/scripts/insecure-101-insecure-as-fuck-2016.pdf

Niggas You Should Know: Colman Jason Domingo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colman_Domingo

Weny Raquel Robinson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wendy_Raquel_Robinson

Interview with Writer Mike Gauyo and Writer/Actor Jean Elie Sep 30, 2021

Cory and Judith are excited to interview HBO’s Insecure Season 5 writer Mike Gauyo and Insecure Actor Jean Elie who plays Ahmal Dee (Issa’s Brother) on the show.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Websites/Handles:

Mike Gauyo @blackboywritesmedia

Jean Elie @jeanelie

Basset House Pics @Bassethousepic bassetthousepic.com blackboywrites.com

Plot Devices That Can Help Your Story Sep 16, 2021

This week lay down some plot devices you can use to spice up ya story.

News: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment 17 Plot Devices To Help Elevate Your Story by Ken Miyamoto https://screencraft.org/2019/11/28/17-plot-devices-you-can-use-to-elevate-your-story/

Niggas You Should Know: Courtney B. Vance: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Courtney_B._Vance Maya Rudolph: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maya_Rudolph

Movie Review - Really Love Sep 09, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith review Netflix's romantic film, Really Love.

News: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/really_love

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Really_Love_(film)

Niggas You Should Know: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0931324/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm

Interview: Writer Tim Orange II Aug 27, 2021

Cory and Judith interview talented writer/script consultant Tim Orange II.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Tim Orange II - https://timorange.com

Tim’s class link: https://timorange.com/screenwriting-class

Instagram: @timorange2

Watch HIStory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6VWIVG5R7M&t=191s

Mars Transitional Non-profit: https://www.marstransitional.org/

Damn Write Originals: https://www.damnwriteoriginals.com/

Interview: Writer/Filmmaker/Actor Kyra Jones Aug 19, 2021

Cory and Judith interview writer/filmmaker/actor Kyra Jones.

Kyra Jones: https://www.kyrajones.me

Trailer of GO TO THE BODY: https://www.gotothebody.com

THE RIGHT SWIPE https://www.weareo.tv/originals/therightswipe

OTV - https://www.weareo.tv CoverFly Pitch Week: https://writers.coverfly.com/programs/view/pitch-week

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Interview with writer/producer/actor/filmmaker Brittani Nichols Aug 12, 2021

Cory and Judith are excited to interview writer/producer Brittani Nichols.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Interview with Brittani Nichols @bishilarious @groundgamela

https://www.groundgamela.org http://suicidekale.com/

WATCH IT!!

Victim of 27th Street LAPD Fireworks detonation https://www.gofundme.com/f/victim-of-27th-street-explosion?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer

We takin' a break y'all! Aug 05, 2021

Cory and Judith are taking a break this week but no worries, they will be back next week. Stay black and keep writing!

Interview: Writer/Director Dennis Williams and Actor Branden Wellington Jul 29, 2021

Cory and Judith are excited to interview writer/director Dennis Williams and actor Branden Wellington.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Interview with Dennis Williams & Branden Wellington

Campsight Studios: https://campsightstudios.com/

Instagrams: Dennis: @menacetodennis/@campsightstudios Branden: @b_wellington

Interview with Writer and Director Alysha Menakaya Jul 22, 2021

Cory and Judith are excited to interview writer and director Alysha Menakaya.

Sources:

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment: Interview with Alysha Menakaya: https://www.amenakaya.com/

Instagram: @amenakaya

Niggas You Should Know:

Alysha Menakaya: https://www.amenakaya.com/

Cory and Judith’s Emmy Predictions Jul 15, 2021

The 2021 Emmy Nominations are in and Cory and Judith make their predictions.

Sources: New: Shadowandact.com

The Writer’s Room Staff Jul 08, 2021

Cory and Judith discuss the different roles that make up a writer’s room and how to get entry-level jobs.

Sources:

Know better do better: Turning your feature spec into a TV Pilot

News: www.shadowandact.com

Main Segment:

Write To TV: Out of Your Head And Onto The Screen, 2nd edition by Martie Cook.

Writing The TV Drama Series : How To Succeed As A Professional Writer In TV , 4th Edition by Pamela Douglas

Niggas You Should Know:

Duane Martin

Suzzanne Douglas

Movie Review: Fatherhood Jul 01, 2021

Cory and Judith review the Netflix Original Film Fatherhood starring Kevin Hart, Alfre Woodard, Lil Rel Howery and more.

Sources: News: www.shadowandact.com https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/kenya-barris-studio-netflix-1234971965/

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatherhood_(film)

Niggas You Should Know: Melody Hurd

https://www.celebsweek.com/melody-hurd/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10699789/

Dewanda Dewise https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DeWanda_Wise

TV Review - Master of None: Moments in Love Jun 17, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith review Netflix's third season of Master of None: Moments in Love.

Resources:

News: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Master_of_None

Niggas You Should Know:

Naomi Ackie

Anthony Mackie

News, News, News and More News Jun 10, 2021

Description: Cory and Judith are giving you nothing but news this week. Get into it! Resources: News: https://shadowandact.com Niggas You Should Know: Clarence Williams III https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/clarence-williams-iii-dead/2021/06/07/dbeb9194-c799-11eb-afd0-9726f7ec0ba6_story.html

What Judges Look for in Script Competition May 27, 2021

Description: This week, Cory and Judith discuss what judges are looking for in Script competitions.

Resources: Know Better Do Better: Upright Citizens Brigade:https://losangeles.ucbtrainingcenter.com/course/sketch

Second City: https://www.secondcity.com/courses/chicago/online-classes/ News: https://shadowandact.com

Main: Segment: Screencraft https://screencraft.org/2021/03/26/what-are-contest-judges-looking-for-in-your-script-lets-ask-one/

Script Consultant Shannon E Johnson: https://www.awriterforyourwriter.com/bio.html

Niggas You Should Know: John Boyega: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Boyega

Skye Townsend: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skye_Townsend

Review: The UpShaws May 20, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith review the pilot episode of Netflix’s new sitcom The UpShaws.

Resources:

News: https://shadowandact.com

Main Segment: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10945036/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Upshaws Cast: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10945036/fullcredits/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm

Niggas You Should Know: Gabrielle Dennis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabrielle_Dennis Jermelle Simon https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6063851/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t9

Tinsel Town Tea is on a Break! May 13, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith are on a break. That’s right! There will be a new episode next week.

Script Read : 40 Year Old Version May 06, 2021

This week, Cory and Judith do a script read of Radha Blanks' award winning movie The 40 Year Old Version. Check it out on Netflix. Sources : Know Better Do Better: https://www.awriterforyourwriter.com/bio.html News: https://shadowandact.com Script:https://www.awriterforyourwriter.com/uploads/1/0/7/9/10796816/the_forty-year-old_version_by_radha_blank_1117.pdf Niggas You Should Know: Aida Osman https://crooked.com/network/ Natasha Rothwell https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natasha_Rothwell

Screenwriting and Entertainment Industry in a Post Covid-19 World Apr 22, 2021

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Movie Review: Concrete Cowboy Apr 08, 2021

Spoiler Alert! This week, Cory and Judith discuss Netflix's film Concrete Cowboy starring Idris Elba and Caleb Mclaughin. Sources: News: https://shadowandact.com Concrete Cowboy IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8846176/fullcredits/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm Donate to The Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club: http://fsurc.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ll Be Back Mar 18, 2021

This week Cory and Judith take a break because of technically difficulties. We’ll back with a brand spanking new episode next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Coming 2 America Mar 11, 2021

Cory and Judith review and discuss the long awaited sequel to Coming to America, Coming 2 America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Golden Globes Recap Mar 04, 2021

Cory and Judith discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of this year's Golden Golden Globe awards. Know Better Do Better Sources: https://www.wgfoundation.org/fellowship-writing-programs-for-screenwriters-masterlist Golden Globe recap sources: https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2021/02/28/golden-globes-live-updates-award-winners.html https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/golden-globes-recap-fey-poehler/2021/02/28/3778c282-7878-11eb-948d-19472e683521_story.html%3foutputType=amp https://time.com/5942951/golden-globes-recap-2021/ https://www.goldenglobes.com/winners-nominees https://www.vulture.com/2021/03/golden-globes-ratings-2021-disaster.html Niggas You Should Know: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andra_Day https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Kaluuya Netflix inclusion study: http://assets.uscannenberg.org/docs/aii-inequality-report-2019-09-03.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Judas and The Black Messiah Feb 25, 2021

Cory and Judith review the critically acclaimed film, Judas and The Black Messiah. Spoiler Alert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Malcolm & Marie Feb 18, 2021

Cory and Judith review the Netflix film, Malcolm & Marie. Recorded 02/16/21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TV Show Review: Woke Feb 11, 2021

Cory and Judith re-release the episode of the Hulu television comedy, Woke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: One Night in Miami Feb 04, 2021

To kickoff Black History Month, Cory and Judith review the highly anticipated Amazon Movie, One Night in Miami. Recorded 02/03/21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Screenwriting Fellowships that could start your writing career! Jan 28, 2021

It’s a new year which means time to apply for screenwriting fellowships. Cory and Judith go through some of the best and prestigious fellowships that you can apply to this year! Resources: https://www.wgfoundation.org/fellowship-writing-programs-for-screenwriters-masterlist Recorded 01/26/21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Script Read: Selma Jan 21, 2021

Just coming off of the Martin Luther King Jr., Cory and Judith read the award winning 2014 historical film Selma. Also, the ladies give a shout to the podcast Comadres y comics podcast on Period network. Check them out everywhere you listen to podcasts. Resource: Script: https://thescriptsavant.com/pdf/Selma.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Sylvie’s Love Jan 14, 2021

Cory and Judith review the critically acclaimed Sylvie’s Love, starring Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha. Resource: Writing Schedule - https://www.michellecornish.com/blog/writing-routine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mistakes to Avoid in Your Spec Scripts Jan 07, 2021

The spec script is not dead! But you can kill yours before it starts with these common mistakes. Find the article here. Recorded 01/05/21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Script Read: Friday (In Honor of Tommy “Tiny” Lister Jr. R.I.P) Dec 16, 2020

Cory and Judith do a script read of the iconic movie Friday. We will be reading some scenes involving the infamous character Deebo, in honor of Tommy Lister Jr. who just recently passed away. Recorded 12/14/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes a great holiday film? Dec 09, 2020

Cory and Judith discuss the important elements to a great holiday movie. Recorded 12/07/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mini Break Dec 02, 2020

Description: Cory and Judith are taking a break this week. If you can’t bare to be without them, feel free to check out some of their older episodes for some Tinsel Town Tea! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Julisa Wilson Nov 25, 2020

Cory and Judith interview Creator/Writer/Rapper Julisa Wilson! Julisa’s IG: @it’sJulisa Recorded 11/16/10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Cody Zieglar Nov 18, 2020

Cory and Judith interview Writer/ Director/Podcast producer Cody Ziglar! Cody’s IG: @yayforzig Recorded: 11/09/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Establish a Writing Schedule Nov 04, 2020

Cory and Judith are giving you tips and tricks to help you create a writing schedule and stick to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Justin Simien’s Bad Hair Oct 28, 2020

Cory and Judith review Director Justin Simien’s New Hulu Horror Bad Hair! Recorded: 10/25/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review: Sneakerheads on Netflix Oct 21, 2020

Cory and Judith the Netflix series Sneakerheads starring Allen Maldonado (from Black-ish) and King Bach Recorded: 10/18/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Understanding the Art of the Pitch Deck Oct 14, 2020

Cory and Judith give you some well-needed resources on how to set your Pitch Deck up for success! Resources: How to Create the Ultimate Screenplay Pitch Deck https://screencraft.org/2020/09/30/screenplay-pitch-deck/ Recorded 10/12/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Script Read: Lovecraft Country Oct 07, 2020

Cory and Judith the pilot for the HBO Series Lovecraft Country that is airing right TF now! Resources: Pilot Lovecraft Country https://www.awriterforyourwriter.com/uploads/1/0/7/9/10796816/lovecraft_country_-_2020_.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Darnell Brown Sep 30, 2020

Cory and Judith interview the talented writer, Darnell Brown! Recorded 09/28/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy’s Recap Sep 23, 2020

Judith and Cory recap the first-ever virtual 2020 Emmy awards! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Woke: TV Show Review Sep 16, 2020

This week, Cory and Judith review the new Hulu TV series Woke. We give you the good, the bad and whether or not you should spend your time checking it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TV Bible, Treatment, Pitch-deck, and Lookbook: What's the difference? Sep 09, 2020

This week Cory and Judith are educating you hoes on the difference between a TV bible, Treatment, Pitch-deck and Lookbook. We break it down with resources from Screencraft.org. Resources: Article: How to Write TV Bibles & Treatments: 8 Tips from the Pros Link: https://screencraft.org/2020/09/01/how-to-write-tv-bibles-pro-tips/ Article: 21 Series Bibles That Every TV Screenwriter Should Read Link:https://screencraft.org/2019/08/12/21-series-bibles-that-every-tv-screenwriter-should-read/ Recorded 09.07.20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Tribute to the King: Chadwick Boseman Sep 02, 2020

Cory and Judith dedicate this episode to the life and legacy of Chadwick Boseman. Colon Cancer Research: https://ascopost.com/issues/june-25-2019/solving-the-mystery-of-why-colorectal-cancer-is-on-the-rise-in-young-adults/ Recorded 08/31/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So you wanna be a professional screenwriter huh? Aug 26, 2020

Cory and Judith talk about some things you should probably know if you wanna become a screenwriter that actually makes monties! Resources: Ten Things You Learn After You Become a Professional Screenwriter Recorded 08/24/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Seriously Single, A South African Netflix Original Aug 19, 2020

Cory and Judith review the new-ish South African Netflix Original, Seriously Single. It’s a rom-com and Cory loves a good rom-com with Black folk in it! Recorded 08/17/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stay away from Cliches in your scripts y’all! Aug 12, 2020

Cory and Judith go over some of the top screenwriting cliches to stay away from. WE TIED OF SEEING THEM. Resources: Black Author advice mentioned in Know Better, Do Better: https://www.nylon.com/articles/black-authors-advice 50 cliches to avoid in your screenplay: https://thescriptlab.com/features/screenwriting-101/12787-50-most-cliche-moments-to-avoid-in-screenplays/?utm_source=The+Script+Lab&utm_campaign=d0dd539e84-TSL_NEWSLETTER_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_7_20_20&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_59a1b3aea2-d0dd539e84-129761211 Recorded: 08/10/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Emmy’s are Blackity-Black as they should be! Aug 05, 2020

Description: We’re back to our regular structure with this episode. We’re going over the Emmy noms which were Black AF as they should always be!! Ryan Reynolds Initiative: https://www.groupeffortinitiative.com Recorded 08/03/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Throwback: We Are Tired Jul 29, 2020

Rerun from 06/04/20 Cory and Judith talk about the racial unrest sparked by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbrey and unfortunately many more. Resources: Information about Breona Taylor case and how to help: https://www.standwithbre.com/ Information about Ahmaud and how to help: https://www.runwithmaud.com/ Information about George Floyd and how to help:https://www.justiceforbigfloyd.com/ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/support-the-black-lives-matter-movement https://www.aclu.org/issues/racial-justice/race-and-criminal-justice/blacklivesmatter https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.naacp.org Tamika’s Instagram for tips on how to organize your own protests: https://www.instagram.com/tamikadmallory/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Old Guard Jul 22, 2020

Cory and Judith review Netflix’s Old Guard. They give the highs, lows, and in-betweens of Director Gina Prince- Bythewood’s big blockbuster action film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Script Read - Get Out Jul 15, 2020

This week Cory and Judith read Get Out, the 2017 horror film written and directed by Jordan Peele. Get your pencils hoes! Class is in session. So take notes as we read this masterpiece of black excellence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

News! Getcha News Ho! Jul 08, 2020

Cory and Judith talk about the News! Some much still going on y’all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description Vs. Action Jul 01, 2020

Cory and Judith talk techniques to strengthen our action descriptions, making our screenplays better. Link: https://screencraft.org/2020/06/19/screenwriting-tip-stop-writing-scene-description-and-start-writing-scene-action/?utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Description+vs.+Action+in+Screenwriting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie Review: Da 5 Bloods Jun 24, 2020

Spoiler alert! Cory and Judith talk the latest Spike Lee Joint now streaming on Netflix, Da Five Bloods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resources for our Beautiful Black creatives! Jun 17, 2020

The WGF sent out a list of resources for Black creatives and it’s pretty...resourceful… Cory and Judth go through the list highlighting the different organizations For Us By Us! Link: https://www.wgfoundation.org/organizations-supporting-black-creatives Recorded 06/14/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Script Read: LIFE Jun 10, 2020

Cory and Judith wanted to lighten up the mood and read some scenes from the movie LIFE starring Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence Resources: The Innocence Project: https://www.innocenceproject.org Black Film Space: https://www.blackfilmspace.com Recorded: 06/07/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE.ARE.TIRED Jun 04, 2020

Cory and Judith talk about the racial unrest sparked by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbrey and unfortunately many more. Resources: Information about Breona Taylor case and how to help: https://www.standwithbre.com/ Information about Ahmaud and how to help: https://www.runwithmaud.com/ Information about George Floyd and how to help:https://www.justiceforbigfloyd.com/ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/support-the-black-lives-matter-movement https://www.aclu.org/issues/racial-justice/race-and-criminal-justice/blacklivesmatter https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.naacp.org Tamika’s Instagram for tips on how to organize your own protests: https://www.instagram.com/tamikadmallory/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review: Blood And Water May 27, 2020

Cory and Judith review Netflix's original series from South Africa, Blood and Water. Recorded 05/25/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

News for days! May 20, 2020

Here’s all the news we missed during the Pandemic.. Well, not all of it but you get the picture! Resources: Ben Cory Jones Virtual Writers Workshop Apply here: www.benthewritersroom.com Recorded 05/16/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ideas, ideas, ideas May 13, 2020

Ideas, ideas, ideas. Everybody’s got em. Or not. How can you continue to generate ideas for scripts as a writer? Cory and Judith got ya covered! Resources: How to brainstorm ideas How to generate ideas in times of crisis (like right now!): How to turn an idea into a high concept idea: 3 Phrases That'll Kill Your Idea Before You Even Pitch It 5+ Must-Read Tips on How Not to Kill Your Creativity While Writing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mother’s Day Scripts May 06, 2020

Cory and Judith read scripts honoring the mothers and mother figures that are portrayed in the entertainment industry. Recorded 05/03/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#blackaf Review Apr 29, 2020

Cory and Judith review Netflix's television show #blackaf. Was it #litaf or #nah? Listen to see what they say. Recorded 04/26/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scriptwriting! It comes in different forms. Apr 22, 2020

It’s an educational one for you hoes! Cory and Judith go over the different types of script writing styles. From live action dramas and comedies to documentaries and gaming, they go over the different structures for each one. Resources: Academy of Art University's Guide to types of Screenplays Documentary writing Reality Tv writing Recorded 04/19/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiger King Review Apr 15, 2020

Cory and Judith quickly realize why Tiger King has no black people in it. Thank God. They review the show and it's still worth the watch. #FreeMyDawgJoeExotic Recorded 04/12/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bored in the house, in the house bored? Apr 08, 2020

Description: Be a quaranTING and work on ya craft while ya got some free time! We’re rounding the best webinars/virtual summits and resources to keep you working while we’re stuck in the crib! Resources: https://inthecutla.org/events https://screencraft.org https://www.wga.org https://www.wgfoundation.org/events https://www.masterclass.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Quarantine central, Tinsel Town Tea is back! Apr 01, 2020

Sending their love from 6 feet away. or more, Judith and Cory stay in doors and review the Netflix Mini Series Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C. J. Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s All About Dialogue Mar 19, 2020

Let’s get to business. Cory and Judith go over what makes for good dialogue. Also, we eatin’, drinkin’ and cuttin’ up. Resources: https://www.scriptreaderpro.com/script-dialogue/ Recorded 03/09/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Miss Virginia on Nexflix Mar 11, 2020

Let’s have some fun. Cory and Judith review the movie Miss Virginia on Netflix. Also, they are still on their screenwriting shenanigans! Recorded 03/05/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Outlines: Why we shouldn’t avoid them? Mar 04, 2020

It's an educational one hoes! Cory and Judith discuss all things outlines. Why we need them? How do they work? What are the different styles of outlines? Glad you asked. It’s mostly, kinda, sorta, or maybe covered in this episode. Resource: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/script-outline-template-example/ Resource: https://www.hillmangrad.com/ Recorded: 02/27/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black History Month Ain’t Over Niggas! Feb 26, 2020

Even though Black History is ALL YEAR, we still like to celebrate Black History Month. WE’re finishing up strong with some script reads from some ICONIC Black films over the years! And script coverage resource mentioned in the episode: https://www.wescreenplay.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Fall From Grace! Feb 19, 2020

Cory and Judith review Tyler Perry’s new(ish) Netflix movie A Fall From Grace. Those wigs chile, THOSE WIGS! Recorded 02/13/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three act structure for you hoes! Feb 12, 2020

Cory and Judith break down the 3 act structure for you hoes. That’s right we all writing and getting our structure together. Resources: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/movie-storystructure/the-lion-king/ http://www.elementsofcinema.com/screenwriting/three-act-structure/ https://thenovelsmithy.com/the-lion-king-1994-msa/ Recorded 02/10/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mamba Mentality Forever Feb 05, 2020

In this episode we pay tribute to the legend that is Kobe Bryant and his beautiful daughter Gigi. May the lessons he taught us live through us and allow us to continue to reach for the stars. Recorded 01/30/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contests, fellowships, and more OH MY! Jan 29, 2020

In this episode Cory and Judith will be breaking down all the lil contests and fellowships that you can enter this year. We’re getting ALL the placements and awards ALL 2020! Screenwriting Contests: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/best-screenwriting-contests/ Screenwriting fellowships: https://nofilmschool.com/tv-writing-fellowships-launch-your-television-career Recorded 0`1/23/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Black Directors the Oscar Couldn’t Find Jan 22, 2020

Cory and Judith read their favorite scenes from scripts directed by Black Women. We figured we’d help the Oscar remember that there are women directors. Not only are there women directors but some of them are also black. Gasp! Recorded 01/16/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Screen play competitions with Zulema Bell Jan 15, 2020

In this episode, Cory and Judith talks with former Ford model and costume designer turned screenwriting extraordinaire about her success in becoming a potential finalist in the Capitol Fund ScreenPlay Competition. She’s definitely one to look out for in the screenwriting/entertainment industry. Join us as we have a sit down with Zulema Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Break But We’ll Be Back Jan 04, 2020

As we enter the New Year, Cory and Judith are taking a break but will be back on Jan. 15. Catch up on some older episodes in 2019 while we prepare for some amazing shows in 2020! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holiday Special Dec 25, 2019

Happy holidays from Tinsel Town Tea! This episode is a fun one. Cory and Judith have fun and talk about all their favorite holiday specials. Recorded 20/20/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get into Character! Dec 18, 2019

In this episode, Cory and Judith will be talking alllllllll thangs character! We’ll be giving y’all the tea on how we craft characters and how to make your characters skrongggggg! Recorded 12/12/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

News, News News! Dec 11, 2019

There is so much good news happening, Cory and Judith decided to dedicate a whole episode, ranting, parsing out and celebrate the many black and brown creatives make waves in the entertainment industry this week. You gotta get your info, blessings and tea wherever you can. Recorded 12/04/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resources! Resources! Resources! Dec 04, 2019

Description: Cory and Judith give a rundown of all the resources they use to help write, rewrite, think about writing, watch other people write, dream about writing...you name it. Don’t ever say we didn’t give y’all something. Resources: Books The Anatomy of Story by John Truby How to write a move in 21 days by Viki King Creating Unforgettable characters by Linda Seger Inside The Room by Linda Venis Writing the TV Drama Series by Pamela Douglas Writing the Pilot by William Rabkin Write to Tv by Martie Cook Screenwriter’s Bible by David Trottier Save The Cat by Black Synder The Coffee Break Screenwriter by Pilar Alessandra The Screenwriter Within by D.B. Gilles Scripts databases http://www.dailyscript.com/movie.html https://sites.google.com/site/tvwriting/ https://www.simplyscripts.com/ https://www.moviebytes.com/upcoming-screenplay-contests.cfm Websites with info Screencraft: https://screencraft.org/ Script Magazine: https://www.scriptmag.com/ The Script Lab: https://thescriptlab.com/ Screenwriters University: https://www.screenwritersuniversity.com/ Podcasts Paper Team 3rd and Fairfax Black Film Space Curious about screenwriting network Writer’s Panel Tv Camp Fire Dont @ Me ScriptNotes On the Page with Pilar Alessandra Recorded 11/14/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving Nov 28, 2019

Cory and Judith celebrate Thanksgiving by reading the Emmy Awarding episode from the Netflix show Master of None entitled “Thanksgiving.” Written by award winning screenwriter Lena Waithe, we stan. Period. Menstrual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE BAD GIRLS 4 LIFE Nov 21, 2019

Cory and Judith play Nigga Jeopardy! That’s it. That’s the caption. Recorded 11/07/19 Link to Jeopardy: https://jeopardylabs.com/play/black-entertainment-history-trivia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clueless Reboots? Oh hell nah, AS IF! Nov 18, 2019

Cory and Judith reluctantly discuss the Clueless reboots and review Netflix’s Raising Dion. Michael B. Jordan’s production company’s series about a little Black boy who discovers he has super-powers. Spoiler Alert: He is adorable AF! Recorded 10/24/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guess who?: The Script Version Nov 18, 2019

Cory and Judith step inside “The Actors Studio” and put on their best reading voices as they pick scenes from scripts while the other one guesses which television show it came from. While they catch up on current tinsel town news, they continue to cut up while trying to figure out who really won this game. Listen to find out. Released 10/17/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To Reboot or not to Reboot Nov 18, 2019

Description: Cory and Judith talk about alllll the trends we’re seeing in the TV industry today. From reboot after reboot to all the damn streaming services trying to take our coins! We talk about what these lil’ trends mean for writers. Also, Dark-Skin Aunt Viv is making a comeback?? Recorded 10/10/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Black Movie Month Y’all! Nov 07, 2019

Cory and Judith talk about resources the WGA and the WGA Foundation have to offer aspiring writers. Also in celebration of Black Movie Month (October), they highlight the black films that have greatly influenced them and the culture. Recorded 10/03/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Masters or Nah? Nov 07, 2019

In this episode we’ll be talking about whether our Emmy’s predictions came true (which most of them did cause we the shiiiiiit), and also discussing whether you really need a Masters to do screenwriting. Judith will be talking about her experience in her Master’s program and Cory will be talking about her experience learning the craft without one. Recorded 09/29/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love Bill Hader… No really. Nov 07, 2019

In anticipation of the Emmys, Judith and Cory make their predictions, and confess their mutual yet random love of Bill Hader. Also, the Boondocks are coming back. Recorded 09/20/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pilot Nov 04, 2019

Description: Hey y’all, Allow us to re-introduce ourselves: it’s Cory and Judith and we are the hosts of Tinsel Town Tea. This podcast brings together two black women creatives who are trying to break into Tinsel Town aka Hollywood. We’ll be talking about; the insider entertainment industry news, Topics surrounding the industry from our Black ass experiences Lessons learned and tips showing some love to some of the creatives of color who are making waves in this industry. Reviews of Black/brown shows and movies Interviews with Black/brown creatives That’s right, its Hollywood from our eyes, so download and subscribe to Tinsel Town Tea and get the industry news you need while cutting up with us. Recorded 08/22/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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