Pretend Worlds Real People

“You have to have this resilience of knowing who you are.”

You may recognize this week’s guest as one of the most influential character actors of the last twenty five years. Michael Weston grew up in an industry family but set his sights on sports rather than the arts at a young age. This would change once he attended Northwestern and dove headfirst into the theater program. Since then, he’s lived all over the world and built a prolific career on both the stage and screen. His most notable projects include: Garden State, Home Before Dark, Pathology, House, and The Brooklyn Brothers Beat the Best!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Bark (Coming Soon)

“Write something you are passionate about.”

Cue the coffee machine and cozy blankets, we’re headed to the U.K. for a late night interview with Bob Schultz! Since 2001, Bob has built a career as a screenwriter following his departure from the I.T. industry. With a great love for the craft and film itself, he quickly began networking with industry giants; even developing a career on the lecture circuit. His latest project is currently being adapted into a graphic novel. Press that play button!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-London Screenwriters Festival

-Power Tool Cheerleaders

-Support Independent Film

“Don’t forget that it’s fun.”

Katy Breier is a Canadian Actress and Screenwriter known for her roles in Murdoch Mysteries, FANatic, Moonfall, and The Boys! Having developed a fascination with performance after watching the Harry Potter films as a kid, Katy quickly realized she wanted to be a wizard…or an actress. Since then, she’s built a fantastic career on both sides of the lens. She talks about the early years of her journey, acting dry spells, writing feature films, and landing The Boys!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Kiss The Cook

-The Boys

"Can we get some more bread?"

This week, the marvelous cast of Resident Alien reunited for a special PWRP Livestream! Sara Tomko, Meredith Garretson, Elizabeth Bowen, and Alice Wetterlund catch us up on their summer vacations, filming the second half of season 2, and the hype for season 3. Both heartfelt moments and laughs are abound in this episode, so smash that play button!

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“You have to really believe in it, believe in yourself, believe in your ability.”

For our 100th interview, PWRP is joined by the incredibly talented, Kiowa Gordon. Having skyrocketed to global fame in 2009 with the release of Twilight: New Moon, he suddenly found himself traversing an accelerated actor’s journey. Since then, he’s carved an amazing career with projects like: Reservation Dogs, Blood Quantum, Roswell, New Mexico, and AMC’s Dark Winds. He walks us through the years following franchise fame, navigating the industry, finding himself, and the future of Dark Winds. Listen now!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Dark Winds

-Quantum Cowboys

-Native Alliance

“Stay the course.”

PWRP is (spiritually) heading back to the east coast as Tyler sits down with Director, Producer, and Screenwriter; Marc Meyers. Having found his knack for writing while studying abroad in the U.K., Marc would produce his first short film while simultaneously writing ads and waiting tables after returning to New York. As the years went on, he would dive into the world of independent film and playwriting. His feature adaptation of My Friend Dahmer paved the way for his continued success as a Director of films such as American Capital, We Summon The Darkness, and All My Life. Stay tuned for more projects to come!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-@marcmeyers

“It’s all about expanding your network.”

This week’s guest found an insatiable love for filmmaking at eleven years old, while watching Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange. Since then, Alan Trezza has built a prolific career as a studio executive, producer, and screenwriter. Having penned fantastic horror-comedies like Burying The Ex and We Summon The Darkness. Alan talks about his humble beginnings, working his way through Hollywood, and what it’s like to see your film come to life.

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-We Summon The Darkness

-Burying The Ex

“Be in your own life.”

If you’re a fan of both independent and mainstream horror then you definitely recognize this week’s guest. Katie Parker is a Los Angeles-based Actress known for projects like: Absentia, Oculus, The Haunting of Hill House, Doctor Sleep, and The Haunting of Bly Manor. She sits down with Tyler to talk about her journey to LA, finding confidence in her career, and the importance of controlling anxiety as a performer. Catch her later this year in the upcoming film, Next Exit; and Mike Flanagan’s The Fall of the House of Usher!

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Next Exit

-Boys and Girls Club

-AIDS Foundation

“Remember that this is a lifestyle.”

Lauren Phillips began dancing in high school, eventually graduating Rutgers University with her degree. For a while, she worked as a dance teacher and a nanny, until a friend referred her to webcam modeling. By 2013, Lauren made a leap into the adult film industry and quickly took it by storm. Since then, she has built her own online empire through several businesses, including Onlyfans. Tune in as she shares her story with Tyler, with a few nerdy moments regarding Hogwarts Houses.

SHOUTOUTS & PROMOTIONS

-Lauren Phillips.com

-@laurenfillsup

-Pineapple Support

Gear up for a zany and fun livestream recording with past guests: Katie McElhenney (Mythic Quest, It's Always Sunny) and Cait Duffy (Reacher, Scorpion). We dive into the differences in writer's rooms post-pandemic, decompressing from work, and what they've been watching this summer!