Creative Principles

Creative Principles Podcast
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Creative Principles

Welcome to Creative Principles, I'm your host Brock Swinson. Here I'll be speaking with writers, directors, actors, musicians and more. We'll discuss the habits, routines, and methods of a creative life.

  1. Ep593 - Ellie Lloyd, Executive Creative Director at GLOW Marketing Agency

    2 DAYS AGO

    Ep593 - Ellie Lloyd, Executive Creative Director at GLOW Marketing Agency

    Ellie leads the creative team at GLOW, working with high-profile entertainment clients such as Warner Brothers, HBO Max, Paramount+, Showtime, NBA, The Roku Channel, and more. She's also worked as Global Creative Manager at Netflix working on original projects including documentaries, unscripted, comedy, and kids and family content. She created campaigns and helped build audiences for a variety of films and series, lifting social followings across the board. Lloyd’s creative efforts spanned the expansive Netflix library and included work for THE CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA, DON’T F**K WITH CATS, ROLLING THUNDER REVUE: A BOB DYLAN STORY BY MARTIN SCORSESE, and TALL GIRL. In this interview, we talk about breaking into entertainment marketing, balancing visual and writing skills, adapting to different mediums and channels, pitching and adaptability, and much more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    28 min
  2. Ep592 - Alison Schapker, Creator ‘Dune: Prophecy’

    2 DAYS AGO

    Ep592 - Alison Schapker, Creator ‘Dune: Prophecy’

    "We wrote spec scripts. We sat in a Borders bookstore with an out-of-date agent directory and wrote query letters," says Alison Schapker, remembering her earliest days trying to break into television. "It couldn't have been more cold calling than what we were doing." Alison Schapker is a television writer and producer who has worked on genre-defining shows like CHARMED and ALIAS, and most recently served as showrunner on WESTWORLD. Now, she's at the helm of DUNE: PROPHECY, one of science fiction's most anticipated series. DUNE: PROPHECY stars Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, and Travis Fimmel. The TV series, which is still mostly under wraps, is set in the 'Dune' universe which centers on the lives of the Bene Gesserit. In this interview, we explore the evolution from writer to showrunner, the challenges of adapting the beloved source material, crafting the perfect writers' room with a strict "no-a*****e policy," and how therapy and management books shaped her approach to leadership. We also dive deep into the world of the Bene Gesserit and what it means to bring the enigmatic order's origins to the screen. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    26 min
  3. Ep591 - Douglas Vigliotti, Author ‘Aristotle for Novelists’

    4 DAYS AGO

    Ep591 - Douglas Vigliotti, Author ‘Aristotle for Novelists’

    Douglas Vigliotti is the author of four books, including ARISTOTLE FOR NOVELISTS and TOM COLLINS: A ‘SLIGHTLY CROOKED’ NOVEL. In his latest book, ARISTOTLE FOR NOVELISTS, Douglas Vigliotti shows you exactly how to write a novel using the tried-and-true principles that have been used since antiquity to tell great stories. These timeless principles are the foundation on which any story can be written. Whether you are writing your first or tenth novel, ARISTOTLE FOR NOVELISTS has something to offer any serious writer of fiction. To learn more, go to his website: https://douglasvigliotti.com/aristotle-for-novelists In this interview, we talk about the challenges of making a living as a writer, his book ARISTOTLE FOR NOVELISTS and how he applied Aristotelian principles to the art of novel writing, the key principles of novel writing, and more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    27 min
  4. Ep590 - Director Dallas Jenkins & Actor Pete Holmes on ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’

    4 DAYS AGO

    Ep590 - Director Dallas Jenkins & Actor Pete Holmes on ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’

    Dallas Jenkins is the creator, producer, director, and writer of the international hit series THE CHOSEN. He launched his career producing the independent feature HOMETOWN LEGEND at the age of 25 and shepherded it to distribution by Warner Brothers. In the nearly 20 years since then, he has directed and produced over a dozen feature and short films for companies such as Universal, Pureflix, Hallmark Channel, and Amazon. Pete Holmes is an American comedian, actor, and writer best known for his self-deprecating humor and exploration of spirituality, relationships, and personal growth. He gained popularity with his stand-up comedy and as the creator and star of THE PETE HOLMES SHOW on TBS, which brought his unique and candid humor to late-night TV. In their latest work, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, nobody is ready for the mayhem and surprises that ensue when six of the worst youngsters disrupt the town's yearly Christmas performance. In this interview, we talk about Dallas’ passion for the book and his long-held dream of adapting THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER into a movie, advice for aspiring filmmakers, Pete’s recent role in WOMAN OF THE HOUR, and thoughts on balancing faith and creativity. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    24 min
  5. Ep589 - Dean Devlin & Jonathan Glassner, Creators of ‘The Ark’

    NOV 15

    Ep589 - Dean Devlin & Jonathan Glassner, Creators of ‘The Ark’

    Dean Devlin has produced and co-written some of the most successful feature films of all time: INDEPENDENCE DAY, STARGATE, and GODZILLA which collectively grossed more than 1.4 billion dollars worldwide. Jonathan Glassner is a seasoned television writer, producer, and director best known for his work on science fiction and drama series. He is widely recognized for his work on STARGATE SG-1 and CSI: MIAMI. Their latest show THE ARK takes place 100 years in the future when planetary colonization missions have begun as a necessity to help secure the survival of the human race. In season two, after the brave crew of Ark One reaches their destination and finds it uninhabitable, they must survive long enough to locate a new home for themselves and all the ships that follow. In this interview, we talk about how sci-fi has evolved as a genre, the collaboration between Dean and John, the challenges of creating original content, writing advice for young writers, and more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    27 min
  6. Ep588 - Craig Zobel, Director ‘The Penguin,’ ‘The Hunt,’ ‘Westworld’ & ‘The Leftovers’

    NOV 9

    Ep588 - Craig Zobel, Director ‘The Penguin,’ ‘The Hunt,’ ‘Westworld’ & ‘The Leftovers’

    “I was really into THE BATMAN,” says Zobel. “So much so that I had reached out to him after I'd seen it. I had happened to have been on an email chain with him from years prior about another kind of movie thing, and so I had his email and I just reached out.” Craig Zobel is a director, producer, and screenwriter best known for directing episodes of hit series like WESTWORLD, THE LEFTOVERS, and AMERICAN GODS. Zobel also recently directed the first three episodes of THE PENGUIN starring Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb (aka “The Penguin”). The eight-episode DC Studios series continues THE BATMAN epic crime saga that filmmaker Matt Reeves began. In this interview, we talk about budgetary considerations in screenwriting, regional specificity in filmmaking, THE PENGUIN, the value of genuine appreciation and support for other filmmakers, and much more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    26 min
  7. Ep587 - Manuel Garcia Rulfo, Actor ‘The Lincoln Lawyer' & ‘Jurassic World 4’

    NOV 8

    Ep587 - Manuel Garcia Rulfo, Actor ‘The Lincoln Lawyer' & ‘Jurassic World 4’

    Manuel Garcia-Rulfo stars in the Netflix series THE LINCOLN LAWYER. He will next be seen starring as the title character in PEDRO PARAMO, the directorial debut of Rodrigo Prieto based on the iconic book by Juan Rulfo, and was recently cast in a lead role in JURASSIC WORLD 4 opposite Scarlett Johansson. In THE LINCOLN LAWYER, Manuel plays lawyer Mickey Haller, who works in the back of his Lincoln Navigator as he takes on cases in Los Angeles while balancing a private life that includes being a father and having two ex-wives. In this interview, we talk about early influences and moving to L.A., the changing landscape for Latino actors in the industry, his series THE LINCOLN LAWYER, JURASSIC WORLD 4, and more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    20 min
  8. Ep586 - Ted Humphrey, Writer & Producer ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ & ‘The Good Wife’

    NOV 7

    Ep586 - Ted Humphrey, Writer & Producer ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ & ‘The Good Wife’

    Ted Humphrey is an accomplished writer, producer, director, and showrunner. He’s earned acclaim for his work as a producer on the CBS hit show THE GOOD WIFE in which he was honored with multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, and Writers Guild nominations for Best Drama Series. For his episode “Boom,” he received a Writers Guild nomination for Best Episodic Drama Script. In his latest series, THE LINCOLN LAWYER, based on the beloved novels by Michael Connelly and developed for television by Humphrey, Mickey Haller runs his law practice out of his Lincoln, and he's ready to hit the gas. Moving through Los Angeles, he takes cases while balancing a private life that includes being a father and having two ex-wives. In this interview, we talk about his early influences and how he transitioned to the entertainment industry, concerns about the current state of television production and writer development, his show THE LINCOLN LAWYER, the impact of streaming services on television production and storytelling, and more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

    24 min
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Welcome to Creative Principles, I'm your host Brock Swinson. Here I'll be speaking with writers, directors, actors, musicians and more. We'll discuss the habits, routines, and methods of a creative life.

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