The Writers' Hangout

Sandy Adomaitis

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.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Writers' Hangout episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Writers' Hangout for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Writers' Hangout episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Screenwriter Stan Zimmerman Shares Stories From His New Book The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore

The Writers' Hangout

02/25/24 • 45 min

We are thrilled to have a special guest, Stan Zimmerman, who is a renowned film and television writer. He has been nominated for two WGA Awards for Best Comedy Episodic Writing for his work on The Golden Girls and Roseanne. Stan talks about his new book, The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+girls+stan+zimmerman&crid=2D56CM0FL6JH2&sprefix=stan+zimmer%2Caps%2C415&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_11

We loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone interested in writing for television or what happens behind the scenes.
The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT.
Executive Producer Kristin Overn
Producer Sandy Adomaitis
Producer Terry Sampson
Music by Ethan Stoller
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Norman Lear Lifetime Of A Legend

The Writers' Hangout

12/10/23 • 17 min

Sandy and Terry reflect on the life of writer and producer Norman Lear, who transformed American comedy with his daring and immensely popular early-'70s sitcoms such as "All in the Family" and "Sanford and Son," who passed away on Tuesday at 101.

Norman Lear created some of the most iconic shows of the 1970s, such as All in the Family, Sanford and Son, One Day at a Time, The Jeffersons, Good Times, and Maude. Apart from his successful career in the entertainment industry, he is also recognized as a political activist who established the civil liberties advocacy group People for the American Way in 1981.
Rhonda Garelick https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/07/style/norman-lear-tv-women-feminism.html
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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Welcome To The Writers' Hangout

The Writers' Hangout

01/23/22 • 36 min

In this first episode of THE WRITERS' HANGOUT, host Sandy Adomaitis interviews superstar TV producers Toni Graphia (OUTLANDER, BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES) and John Wirth (WU ASSASSINS, HELL ON WHEELS, TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES) who discuss life in the writers' room, what they look for when hiring new writers and how to succeed in this crazy business.
The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsor the WRITERS' HANGOUT.
Executive Producer Kristin Overn
Producer Sandy Adomaitis
Producer Terry Sampson
Music by Ethan Stoller

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What Is S.A.D. And Why Writers Should Spend Winter in Lithuania

The Writers' Hangout

10/01/23 • 30 min

Hang out with Sandy and Terry as they discuss what is going on with the writer's strike, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and writing in winter in Vilnius.
Research for this episode relied heavily on the NIH National Institute of Mental Health.

nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/seasonal-affective-disorder

Other resources:

thealaskafrontier.com/do-you-get-paid-to-live-in-alaska/#:~:text=Since%201982%20every%20qualified%20Alaskan,it%20sustainably%20for%20the%20future.

vox.com/culture/2023/9/24/23888673/wga-strike-end-sag-aftra-contract

If you are distressed or thinking about hurting yourself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline toll-free at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You also can text the Crisis Text Line (HELLO to 741741) or use the Lifeline Chat on the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline website.
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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Screenwriter Stephen Gaghan of 'Traffic' Fame Took Some Rough Turns On The Road To Success

The Writers' Hangout

06/09/24 • 25 min

How do they do it? How do successful writers become successful? They must all lead charmed lives. One imagines a successful writer who works hard, gets up at 4 a.m., goes to the gym, then slides behind the laptop for four hours. Afternoons, they take their doodle around the block of their tony neighborhood, then put in another two solid hours of editing. Have a healthy dinner with friends, then go to bed for a brilliant night's sleep. Well, dear writers, as we know on The Writer's Hangout, it doesn't always go well when we tell you a story about a screenwriter.

Hang out with Sandy and Terry, who tell you the fascinating story of screenwriter and director Stephen Gaghan, known for writing the screenplay for Soderbergh's film TRAFFIC, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and Syriana, which he wrote and directed.
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PAGE International Screenwriting Awards
Hollywood’s favorite screenwriting contest -- one of the industry's top sources for new talent.

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Screenwriter Diane Hanks And The Woman With The Purple Heart

The Writers' Hangout

12/03/23 • 36 min

The Writers' Hangout Podcast has a special treat for you today. Our guest is 2016 PAGE Awards winner Diane Hanks, who has joined us to discuss her stunning novel WOMAN WITH A PURPLE HEART.

The story of Lieutenant Annie Fox, the first woman to earn a Purple Heart, is told in "The Woman with the Purple Heart." Annie was the chief nurse at Hickam Hospital, located at Hickam Air Field adjacent to Pearl Harbor, on December 7, 1941. The hospital was bombed heavily during the attack.

You can purchase WOMAN WITH A PURPLE HEART at your local independent bookstore or on Amazon.
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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Hollywood Then and Now With John Wirth and Gail Matthius Pt. 2

The Writers' Hangout

09/10/23 • 29 min

Hang out with our guests, John Wirth and Gail Matthius, a Hollywood couple who met in high school, fell in love and moved to Hollywood to pursue their dreams.
Gail was a cast member on Saturday Night Live in 1981 and is known for her voice acting work in animated shows, including Bobby's World, Tiny Toon Adventures, Animaniacs, and The Tick.

John Wirth is a television showrunner, producer, and writer. His credits included HELL ON WHEELS, WU ASSASSINS, TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES, and NASH BRIDGES.

In part one, Gail and John discuss the early days and their willingness to work hard to succeed. In this episode, we focus on the difference between the time when Gail and John were struggling versus today in 2023, when, unfortunately, actors and writers have to strike for decent wages and protection from artificial intelligence.

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Sandra Bullock’s The Blind Side Controversy

The Writers' Hangout

08/20/23 • 28 min

Hang out with Sandy and Terry as they discuss THE BLIND SIDE controversy over Michael Oher, the NFL veteran whose life inspired the movie and who is suing his conservators, Sean and Leigh Ann Tuohy, for $15 million.

The former Baltimore Ravens and Carolina Panthers Tackle says in his filing that he gave the rights to his life story away to 20th Century Fox in 2007 without any payment whatsoever and that he was missing profits from John Lee Hancock’s 2009 film, which grossed $309 million at the worldwide box office.
The resources for this episode include A look at Michael Oher's Ole Miss Recruitment, the Tuohys impact, and 'Blind Side' fallout. USAToday

After 19 years, the Tuohys say they plan to terminate Michael Oher's conservatorship – NPR.

The Blind Side author responds to Michael Oher's lawsuit, saying Hollywood is to blame for the lack of profits by Jessica Wang.
https://ew.com/movies/the-blind-side-author-responds-michael-oher-lawsuit/#:~:text=from%20the%20movie.-,%22Everybody%20should%20be%20mad%20at%20the%20Hollywood%20studio%20system%2C%22,in%20the%20Tuohys%27%20pockets.%22

Wikipedia and IMDB

The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT.
Executive Producer Kristin Overn
Producer/Host Sandy Adomaitis
Co-host Terry Sampson
Music by Ethan Stoller
👍 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 comment, please contact us @[email protected]

PAGE International Screenwriting Awards

Hollywood's favorite screenwriting contest -- one of the industry's top sources for new talent.

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Harassed And Pitching A Humanitas Prize Nominated Script

The Writers' Hangout

09/16/23 • 27 min

Sandy and Terry hang out and discuss Sandy being sexually harassed and bullied but still pitching a Humanitas Prize-nominated idea to Disney/ABC/ RECESS with her former writing partner.
👍 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 comment, please get in touch with us @[email protected]
You can follow us on Twitter @pageawards.com and Facebook @pageawards

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How Writers Find Their Agents And Managers

The Writers' Hangout

10/22/23 • 34 min

Thanks for hanging out with us!
In this episode, Sandy and Terry discuss a Twitter thread that provides valuable insights into how signed writers found their representation—special thanks to Tyler Clair Smith, the writer on X who inspired this episode. Follow Tyler Clair Smith @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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FAQ

How many episodes does The Writers' Hangout have?

The Writers' Hangout currently has 157 episodes available.

What topics does The Writers' Hangout cover?

The podcast is about Film History, Film, True Crime, Film Interviews, Screenwriting, Writing, Television, Podcasts, Movies, Tv, Hollywood, Tv & Film and Creative Writing.

What is the most popular episode on The Writers' Hangout?

The episode title 'Screenwriter Stan Zimmerman Shares Stories From His New Book The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Writers' Hangout?

The average episode length on The Writers' Hangout is 28 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Writers' Hangout released?

Episodes of The Writers' Hangout are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Writers' Hangout?

The first episode of The Writers' Hangout was released on Jan 23, 2022.

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