"The Screenwriting Life": The Podcast Inspiring Hollywood’s Next Generation of Writers!

In an industry as unpredictable as Hollywood, few resources capture the true highs and lows of a creative career quite like "The Screenwriting Life". Hosted by Oscar-nominated writer Meg LeFauve (Inside Out, Captain Marvel) and Emmy-nominated writer-director Lorien McKenna ("Tab Time", "Brave"), this podcast has quickly become an essential listen for emerging screenwriters eager to learn, grow, and find their place in the industry. 

What makes "The Screenwriting Life" stand out among industry podcasts is its raw honesty and heart. LeFauve and McKenna go beyond discussing the craft and business of screenwriting to explore the emotional rollercoaster of being a creative – facing rejection, battling imposter syndrome, and finding the courage to keep going. Through open, insightful conversations and guest interviews, they remind listeners that success in this field isn’t just about talent – it’s about resilience, connection, and showing up for the work day after day. 

The hosts’ dynamic – both compassionate and refreshingly direct – creates a welcoming space where writers at any stage can feel seen. One episode might break down the intricacies of story structure or character development while another delves into vulnerability, failure, or the deeper, spiritual aspects of storytelling. At its core, their message is clear: being a writer isn’t just about writing scripts – it’s about embracing the creative life in all its complexity. 

Some of the podcast’s standout episodes include “Creating a Complex Protagonist with a Simple Goal”, where they invite writer Kim Rosenstock ("Dying for Sex") to discuss how a layered character with a clear, straightforward goal can lead to more emotionally compelling storytelling, and why simplicity often deepens, rather than limits, a story’s impact. 

Another highlight, "How TV Writers, Directors, and Actors Work Together", features actor Jon Huertas, who offers invaluable insights into the collaborative nature of television and what writers can do to strengthen that creative partnership. 

For emerging writers, "The Screenwriting Life" functions as both a masterclass and a support group, reminding listeners that even seasoned professionals wrestle with blank pages and creative doubt. It’s not just about learning how to write a great screenplay; it’s about cultivating the resilience and self-belief to sustain a creative career. 

Whether you’re drafting your first screenplay or revising your tenth, "The Screenwriting Life" offers something rare in the entertainment industry: genuine, heartfelt encouragement to keep going. As LeFauve and McKenna often remind their listeners, "You are not alone in this."