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Rockstar Writing with David Silverman
In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila welcome David Silverman, acclaimed screenwriter, TV producer, and Stanford-educated psychotherapist. Silverman shares his unconventional journey from psychology to Hollywood, breaking down the mindset, resilience, and creative strategies that helped him co-create series like The Wild Thornberries and author "How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter." Discover how embracing the human condition, pushing past rejection, and leveraging unusual tactics can redefine business success—both onscreen and off.
Topics discussed in this episode:
- From Therapy to TV: David Silverman’s Unusual Career Path
- What It Really Takes to Break Into Hollywood as a Screenwriter
- The Power of Partnership and Surviving Writers’ Rooms
- Lessons from Psychotherapy That Give Writers an Edge
- Managing Sensitivity and Anxiety in Creative Professions
- Myths vs. Reality in Screenwriting Success: Is Your First Script Worth Millions?
- Bold Moves for Getting Noticed in the Entertainment Industry
- Practical Tips for New Writers: Agents, Pitching, and More
- Silverman’s Advice to His 18-Year-Old Self
- EMDR and Advancements in Treating Trauma for Creative Professionals
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter
- HollywoodScriptwriting.com
- DavidSilvermanLMFT.com
- IMDb Pro
- The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
- Wild Thornberries (TV Series)
- PsychCentral (psychology writing)
Ready to break into screenwriting? Grab David’s book "How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter" and start your journey!
Seeking creative business inspiration? Explore unconventional tips at hollywoodscriptwriting.com.
Know someone dreaming of Hollywood? Share this episode to spark their next big idea!
The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3
Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.
Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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By BiCurean ConsultingIn this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila welcome David Silverman, acclaimed screenwriter, TV producer, and Stanford-educated psychotherapist. Silverman shares his unconventional journey from psychology to Hollywood, breaking down the mindset, resilience, and creative strategies that helped him co-create series like The Wild Thornberries and author "How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter." Discover how embracing the human condition, pushing past rejection, and leveraging unusual tactics can redefine business success—both onscreen and off.
Topics discussed in this episode:
- From Therapy to TV: David Silverman’s Unusual Career Path
- What It Really Takes to Break Into Hollywood as a Screenwriter
- The Power of Partnership and Surviving Writers’ Rooms
- Lessons from Psychotherapy That Give Writers an Edge
- Managing Sensitivity and Anxiety in Creative Professions
- Myths vs. Reality in Screenwriting Success: Is Your First Script Worth Millions?
- Bold Moves for Getting Noticed in the Entertainment Industry
- Practical Tips for New Writers: Agents, Pitching, and More
- Silverman’s Advice to His 18-Year-Old Self
- EMDR and Advancements in Treating Trauma for Creative Professionals
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter
- HollywoodScriptwriting.com
- DavidSilvermanLMFT.com
- IMDb Pro
- The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
- Wild Thornberries (TV Series)
- PsychCentral (psychology writing)
Ready to break into screenwriting? Grab David’s book "How to Be a Rock Star Screenwriter" and start your journey!
Seeking creative business inspiration? Explore unconventional tips at hollywoodscriptwriting.com.
Know someone dreaming of Hollywood? Share this episode to spark their next big idea!
The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3
Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.
Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.