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When Isabel Met Aviva
By Isabel Thottam and Aviva PeltinTV & Film
When Isabel Met Aviva episodes
- 5.2 - When Isabel Met Aviva IRL!!!
Aviva and Isabel kick off the second episode of season five by discussing their recent LA trip during which they finally met IRL!!! We talk about our WB studio tour, our podcast meetup, visiting some romcom filming locations...and we went to a comedy show!! We had a blast! We also spent a solid ten minutes discussing the romdram 'My Oxford Year.'
We loved this chat because we talk about how our lil screenwriting romcom community and support means to us!
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 1 min - 5.1 - Music Editing For Romcoms (Interview with Lesley Langs)
It's a new season already!! In this episode of the pod, we discuss our first ever IRL meeting in LA! We then chat with Music Editor Lesley Langs and discuss the importance of music in film, the creative process, and the value of networking within the industry. Bring back the movie soundtrack, especially for romcomz!!
Lesley's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0486676/
Lesley's work: https://tapestrybrewingfilm.com/
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 25 min - 4.10 - How To Become A Creative Executive (Interview with Kari O'Hara)
Wow! We didn't realize this was the last episode of the pod for season 4, yet here we are! In this episode, we reflect on our journey through the podcast and welcome Kari O'Hara, a creative executive at Lean Machine, to the pod! We got to discuss Kari's path into the production industry, the roles of producers and showrunners, and our favorite topic...the current state of rom-coms!
Follow Kari on Instagram: @kari_charlie
Follow Lean Machine on Instagram: @leanmachineteam
Lean Machine's website: https://leanmachine.productions/
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 21 min - 4.9 - Bride Hard (Interview with Shaina Steinberg)
This week on the pod, we are joined by writer Shaina Steinberg, who wrote BRIDE HARD, now in theaters! We spoke with Shaina a few days after her MOVIE PREMIERE and got to hear all about her experience seeing her first movie being made! In this episode, we also discuss the challenges of the film industry, the importance of persistence, networking, and the impact of the WGA strike on job availability. Shaina shares her experiences in writing and rewriting, the differences between film and TV, and the significance of collaboration in the creative process.
About Shaina: Originally from Chicago, Shaina Steinberg graduated from Vassar College with a BA in English Literature. During and after college, she traveled extensively, including living abroad in Scotland and working in Colorado as a horse wrangler. She received her master’s degree from New York University where she studied the representation of war in art and literature, culminating in a thesis on photojournalism and the Vietnam anti-war movement.
Shaina began her career working on Malcolm In The Middle, before joining the WB show Everwood. At the end of the series, she moved on to Cold Case, Bionic Woman and the Starz show Spartacus. She also wrote two episodes of Chase for NBC.
Additionally, Shaina has developed pitches, pilots and features with companies such as Temple Hill, Endgame Entertainment, Fremantle, eOne, Blondie Girl, Josephson Entertainment and Alcon. She was named to the Young and Hungry List in 2013 and to the WriteHer List in 2017.
Shaina's website: https://www.shainasteinberg.com/
Bride Hard Showtimes: https://www.fandango.com/bride-hard-2025-240818/movie-overview
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 17 min - 4.8 - Here’s The Tea On Scammers!
We're back with a chatty episode, just the two of us! Like old times! This episode is a good one filled with...tea! We share some updates on our personal writing journeys, our #romcom real-life moments, and discuss how our emotional states are influenced by planetary shifts - casual chit chat, you know?! We also discuss the importance of community and the pitfalls of scammers targeting writers!!
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
43 min - 4.7 - The OG Screenwriting Tweeter (Interview with Kim Hornsby)
Writer Kim Horsnby joins us for this episode of the pod to explore the intricacies of screenwriting, the importance of community support, and the journey from novel writing to screenwriting. We chat about the challenges of breaking into the rom-com market, the power of manifestation, and the differences between writing novels and screenplays! Kim has always been super active on social media and started #ScreenPit on Twitter to help writers pitch their scripts - we think you'll love this fun chat!
Kim's Links:
Greek Retreat: https://thegoodwordwritersretreat.com/
Watch Braving Rapids - Streamer Links: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/braving-rapids
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHGA3O5O-l
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076067797418
Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/kimhornsby
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 16 min - 4.6 - The Million Dollar Spec Script (Interview with Diane Drake)
In this episode, we get real deep and talk about heartbreak and how our perspectives on the romcom have evolved recently. Then, we interview the inspiring and fabulous Diane Drake, who wrote romcom hits, such as ONLY YOU and WHAT WOMEN WANT. Diane sold ONLY YOU for one million dollars in the 90s, no big deal, and WHAT WOMEN WANT is one of the highest-grossing romcoms of all time. **faints** She shares with us how she sold her first spec script, her thoughts on the golden age of romcoms, and what we can learn from her career. This chat was so special to us, and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to bask in her presence.
Diane's Website: https://dianedrake.com/
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 19 min - 4.5 - How To Make a TV Pilot…Internationally (Interview with Heather Pilder Olson and Debra Pralle)
Welcome back to another episode of the pod! Filmmakers Heather Pilder Olson and Debra Pralle join us to discuss their pilot project, "A Broad Abroad," which they filmed in Italy! We loved hearing their insights on the challenges of international filmmaking, the importance of community in the creative process, their experiences with festival screenings, and their future plans for their pilot.
Follow @abroadabroadtvshow
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31726572/
Follow Debra on Instagram: @debra.pralle
Debra's Website: https://www.openwindowentertainment.com/
Follow Heather on Instagram: @hbowriteon
Heather's Website: http://www.heatherpilderolson.com/
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 10 min - 4.4 - How to Make a TV Pilot (Interview with Anisa Ashabi)
In this episode of the pod, we're joined by Anisa Ashabi! Anisa shares her journey as a screenwriter and filmmaker, discussing her latest project, 'Finding Chaz.' Anisa shares her creative process, the challenges of casting and fundraising, and the dynamics of working with a director to make her script into a TV pilot! She's so inspiring and we're proud of her for making it happen!
Anisa' Instagram: @anisa_ashabi
Finding Chaz Instagram: @findingchazpilot
Anisa's Webiste: https://www.anisaashabi.com/
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
1 hr 4 min - 4.3 - How to Climb Up the Film Hierarchy (Interview with Alex Cottle)
In this episode, we chat with Aviva's friend she met during an internship: Alex Cottle!
Alex shares her journey through the film and television industry, discussing her experiences in LA and New York, her passion for rom-coms, and the importance of queer representation in media. She offers valuable advice for aspiring filmmakers, emphasizing the need for motivation and the willingness to reach out for guidance. Alex also highlights her current projects, including a podcast and a feature film, while reflecting on her creative process and the significance of storytelling.
Alex's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexcottle/
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/alexcottle.bsky.social
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-cottle-11771469/
Dinosaurs V Robots Films
https://dinosaursvrobots.com/
https://vimeo.com/1030099681 (Society for Paranormal Healing - full film)
Wish You Were Here
https://wywhpostcards.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wishyouwerehere_postcards/
The Introvert's Survival Guide
https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Introverts-Survival-Guide-Audiobook/B0CGFTVWCZ?source_code=BLGORWS0107160001
Hit Singles
https://www.audible.com/pd/Hit-Singles-Audiobook/B0DYGL75BF?qid=1742325147&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=FTXNFCQ3N2P9VZ3FV673&plink=SVhx7PjU3L9rwkq1&pageLoadId=AkoaEes2s14hrIqU&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1
Feel free to email us: [email protected]
Our new Bluesky account: whenisabelmetaviva.bsky.social
Instagram: @whenisabelmetaviva
Follow Isabel on Instagram: Isabel_k_t
Follow Aviva on Instagram and BlueSky: @avivapeltin
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella
56 min
About When Isabel Met Aviva
From the publisher's feed
A podcast about romcoms, female-driven screenwriting, and breaking into the industry! Hosted by Isabel Thottam & Aviva Peltin.