Reckless Creatives

If you don't know who Scott Myers is, you will now. Amazing writer, professor and champion of writers.

He has been tracking spec script deals since the early 1990s, and compiled a new FREE ebook, Spec Script Deals: 1991 to 2025, full of thousands of loglines of scripts that sold. Invaluable resource for writers.

This is a must-listen for all screenwriters looking to understand how the business side of the industry works.

Scott's bio:
Scott has written over thirty movie and TV projects at every major Hollywood studio and broadcast network. His screenwriting credits include K-9 (Universal) which spawned two sequels, Alaska (Sony/Castle Rock), and Trojan War (Warner Bros.). He has been a member of the Writers’ Guild of America, West since 1987.

From 2002-2010, Scott was an executive producer at Trailblazer Studios, overseeing the company’s original content development for TV including the Scripps and Discovery networks.

Scott has taught in the UCLA Extension Writers’ Program, receiving its Outstanding Instructor Award in 2005, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and since 2008 has hosted GoIntoTheStory.com, the official screenwriting blog of the Black List. He joined the faculty at DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts in the fall 2016.

Scott graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts degree (with Honors) in Religious Studies and Yale University, where he received a Masters of Divinity degree cum laude.

Resources from this episode:
Scott Myers on Twitter @GoIntotheStory
Spec Script Deals: 1991 to 2025 (free ebook)
The Protagonist's Journey: An Introduction to Character-Driven Screenwriting and Storytelling
Go Into the Story Blog on the Black List

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On this episode, Sadie has the pleasure of speaking with two phenomenal indie filmmakers – Harrison Houde and Dakota Daulby about their debut feature film Tight Lettuce. 

The film took home the Audience Award for Best Quebec Feature at Fantasia Film Festival (2026). The film is currently on a limited release theatrical run - but be sure to follow them on Instagram and their website for updates. 

Now, these are two indie filmmakers you need to have on your radar. They're carving their own path, one film at a time (actually quite a few films at a time), and all that hard work has taken them on a grand journey to getting to make this feature film. The film is based on a true story - and these two dug deep on the topic on hand about addiction and familial bonds. 

These two share a lot on the topic of independent filmmaking, the process, the collaborative effort, and share key learning points from this latest creative endeavor (ie don't shoot car scenes)!

And don't worry - Jeanne will be back! We have some really great conversations dropping here soon - so stay tuned!

Resources from this episode: 

• Tight Lettuce Trailer
• Tight Lettuce Website
• Vesperia Films
• Vesperia Instagram
• Keelhaul

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Sadie takes a solo adventure into the world of horror with multi-hyphenate creative Spider One (Big Baby, Allegoria) and vocalist of 90s rock band Powerman 5000. While they don't talk about his music career, they do deep dive into his new horror film Big Baby which is now available to watch OnDemand.

Lots of ground is covered from what happens when you try to control the narrative and how to spin that on its head into the horror genre (you end up getting an accountability partner you didn't necessarily ask for...) to really great advice on how to battle your inner critic. 

Resources from this episode: 

• Big Baby Trailer
• Watch Big Baby OnDemand 
• Spider One Instagram

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It's been way too long since Sadie and Jeanne had some "alone time" on Reckless, so buckle up, we're all over the place. 

Some big news in this episode! Actually, lots of news ... plus they give each other advice on productivity, for whatever that's worth. And, as usual, Jeanne talks too much.

And if you have suggestions on how to focus so you can get writing done, we want to hear from you. Ping us on socials! 

Dive in!

Fun note: Join our (free) Symposium Writing Sprint Night on August 5th on Zoom ... and you can write with Jeanne and see if she got that flip board.

Resources from this episode: 

• Sadie's new album, Victory Blvd
• The Screenwriters Bible by Dave Trottier
• Dr. Format Tells All by Dave Trottier
• Studio Era on YouTube
• The Story Will Save You: Jeniffer Thompson
• Reckless Creatives: Thom Harp
• Reckless Creatives: Alie Flierl 
• "Disconnected" by Jeanne Veillette Bowerman on Pipeline Artists 
• Mastering the Art of the Zero Draft by Sean David Robinson
• "The Plot Wheel: More Than Just Structure" Symposium
• All of Tom Vaughan's Symposium sessions

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True story: Alie Flierl is one of the most inspiring writers. Yep. Right up there at the top.

Listen to our convo with Alie about her "overnight success," which only took over a decade of hard work. We chat about breaking in, building a community, rejection, and ... did Jason Statham really steal her bike? Only our listeners know. 

So get those earbuds in and get inspired!

Resources from this episode: 

• Alie Flierl's LInkTree
• Sadie's new album, Victory Blvd.

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Zach Bandler shares his unique path from actor to filmmaker, all while creating a niche of highlighting the challenges of those afflicted with dementia. Now, he has a lane, financial support, and a purpose more powerful than just "entertainment."

You're going to want to watch his short film, Koko Suzanne | Omeleto, and listen to this because we quite literally have life-saving advice included.

If you want to learn how you can create your own niche, join Zach's Symposium on June 24th, "Finding Your Niche: Buck Trends to Build a Career with Purpose"

Resources from this episode:

• Zach's site
• Zach on IG: @zachbandler
• Koko Suzanne | Omeleto (short film by Zach)
• Zach's Symposium 

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Sadie and Jeanne talk with Susan Gorrell, Executive Director of Julien Dubuque International Film Festival. 

Sure, the convo started off in places we never expected, but stick around ... because Susan drops incredible advice on fests and more. Film festivals not only highlight incredible talent, but also provide great networking opportunities for indie filmmakers. 

The festival runs April 18-25, 2026 (always in April, so plan ahead).

Resources: 

Julien Dubuque International Film Festival

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Writer and director of the comedy HOME DELIVERY, Thom Harp, chats with Sadie and Jeanne about guitars ... so many guitars... the writer mindset, and the hilarity of life. And there are magnets ... hairy magnets. Wait for it. 

Seriously, this is one of our favorite episodes. It's all Real Talk™, and we're here for it. 

• Thom's website
• Home Delivery
• Follow Thom on IG: @thomharp

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This is quite literally the most information-packed episode we've had. Jeanne and Sadie chat with "budget expert" and showrunner Joel Church-Cooper about everything except maybe his grocery list.

We dive into running a show in Ireland, juggling family and career, tips for writers to write to a smaller budget, the future of A.I., and tons of career advice. 

Put your earbuds in and have at it!

Joel Church-Cooper on IMDb

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Wow, that interview went places we never expected! But by now, you've learned to expect the unexpected with us. No apologies here.

Sadie and Jeanne talk with Matthew Lutz, screenwriter, father, husband, ad man and founder of the Allegory screenwriting conference. 

We dive deep into the challenges and joys of chasing your dreams, raising families while being artists, and the inspiration for the Allegory conference ... which our L.A. listeners should go to because SADIE IS GOING TO BE THERE!

And ... we have a present for you ... 

Our listeners get 20% off admission to the Allegory conference! Use discount code RECKLESS20

Resources from this episode:

• Allegory on Instagram @hlwdspeakeasy 
• Allegory Website
• Matt Lutz on LinkedIn 
• Matt's Website 

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