#Scriptchat "Transcript" - Martin Aguilera @_martinaguilera Drops Submission Truths

 This was an AMAZING chat, and while Twitter/X doesn't allow us to grab transcripts any longer, I figured I could still take some screenshots to catch (most of) the posts. 

Martin Aguilera @_martinaguilera was our guest, and he shared valuable advice about submitting your scripts to contest, execs, fellowships, etc. 

You'll have to scroll down to the bottom and read it backwards though, but it's worth it! Enjoy! @jeannevb 

Twitter's API Issue Brings the Death of Our Transcripts

NOTE: While we can no longer create transcripts, we have a backlog of transcripts going back to 2009, so just use the SEARCH feature to find a topic! A lot of the writing advice still applies today.

It is a sad day in #Scriptchat land. We first started our weekly screenwriting chats in October of 2009. Right out of the gate, we created chat transcripts not only for those who missed the live events, but also as a much-needed resource for screenwriters in those early days of Twitter and beyond.

Who doesn't love free resources!?

Well, Twitter killed our ability to create transcripts when they changed the rules for third parties accessing their API. You can read it here: "Twitter Officially Bans Third-Party Clients After Cutting Off Prominent Devs" ... le sigh.

You can still find a lot of our transcripts right here on this site (use the search bar for topics) as well as on Wakelet site.

Have no fear ...

We aren't giving up though. But my only option right now is to click on Every. Single. Tweet. in order to create a transcript. 🤦

Oh, I did it, and it took me two hours!

I love y'all, but I don't love anyone that much to do it every week.

But if any of you find a solution, PLEASE let me know. Just ping me on Twitter @jeannevb, and I'll jump all over it! 

In the meantime, we're still here, and still working hard to keep this community alive. If you have ideas for future topics or guests, just let me know! 

See you on Sunday!

P.S. You can find our chat-topic calendar here.

CORRECTION ... maybe Twitter means well.

And ... bc I can admit when I might be wrong, I will. See the tweets below. But that won't change my conviction that there has to be a workaround for innocent communities like ours who are just trying to use our transcripts for educational purposes.

What @twitter is doing with their API is a response to AI using people's content for training.

The argument, as I understand it, and which is also what the #WGAStrike is about, is that AI trains on the data from sites like Twitter without compensation.https://t.co/vFB6M3wH2i

— Life Lessons From Movies 🎟️ (@moviewise) June 5, 2023

#Scriptchat Transcript: AMA with Script Pipeline Exec Ruth Sabin

Ruth Sabin @RuthSabin1 joined our writers to answer their questions about getting your scripts read, short films, and so much more. If you want a free 15-min call with Ruth, go to scriptpipeline.com and click on "Book Now" in the right sidebar. Enjoy! @jeannevb

Read below or on the Wakelet site here.

#Scriptchat Transcript: Open Topic Night—From WGA Strike to Networking

We covered it all tonight! Lots of tips on getting inspired to write, networking, the WGA strike, and even a book recommendation that got seconded a hundred times. Enjoy! @jeannevb 

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Norman Richard Lesperance Shares Tips on Survival as a Writer

Norman Richard Lesperance @NRLesperance joined us this week to share his thoughts on breaking in, writing assignments, and the mindset needed to stay in the game. Tons of inspiring thoughts! Enjoy! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Setting Goals and Overcoming Obstacles

Welcome to #scriptchat group therapy! Tonight, we talked about our writing goals and the things that thwart us from achieving them. Don't worry, it wasn't all a rant session. We shared advice to help each other! Hope you find some great tips ... @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Writing Tools to Keep You Productive

You can never have too many tools ... writing tools, that is. Tonight, we shared our favorite apps, backups, writing routines and processes that keep us putting our butts in the seat to write each day. Enjoy! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: AMA with Manfred Lopez Grem @ManfredGrem

Manfred Lopez Grem @ManfredGrem answers our questions about fellowships, story ideas, and more! Check out the transcript for some unexpected writing tips. Enjoy! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Screenwriter/Director/Author Nate Golon on Forging Your Own Path

One thing was clear in tonight's chat: Nate Golon @NateGolon does not sit still. He is a proactive player in his career, and he was generous enough to share some strategies that worked for him. Enjoy! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: DMA Anderson Talks the First 10 Pages

Amazing chat tonight with DMA Anderson @planetdma, talking about the importance of grabbing the reader in the first 10 pages—complete with actionable tips to improve your pages! Enjoy! @jeannevb 

Read the transcript below or on the Wakelet site here.

#Scriptchat Transcript: Scott Myers Talks Character-Driven Storytelling

An incredible chat tonight with Scott Myers @gointothestory where we discussed all things character. Don't worry, we have the transcript for you. It's packed with story creation advice. A must-read! Enjoy! @jeannevb

And get his amazing book, The Protagonist's Journey!

Read the transcript on the Wakelet site here or below.

#Scriptchat Transcript: Seth M Sherwood Talks Horror Writing

If you're a horror writer or just curious about how to tackle the genre, you'll want to read on for Seth's @SethMSherwood great advice! Enjoy! @jeannevb

Read the transcript below or on the Wakelet site here.

#Scritpchat Transcript: Writer/Showrunner/Producer Jeffrey Lieber

Jeffrey Lieber @JeffLieber has had quite the career (Lost, 

Miami Medical, NCIS: New Orleans, Impulse, Don't Look Deeper, Charmed), and tonight, he joined us to share advice and help us understand the industry a little better. Dive in! @jeannevb 

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Finding and Working with a Writing Group

Writers sometimes need a kick in the ass to get words on the page. So many have tried (or want to try) writing groups to keep them accountable. Let's share our experiences and advice! Plus, read on bc #scriptchat has started a new accountability goal ... Jump in! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Writing Character Introductions

The gang dove into writing compelling character intros, complete with examples, then the topic shifted to naming our characters. Check out our thoughts! @jeannevb

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#Scriptchat Transcript: Developing Story Outlines

Lots of great tips on how to outline a story, from cork board, to index cards, to writing on the walls, but the bottom-line ... create a unique process that works for you. Dive in and enjoy! @jeannevb

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New Year #Scriptchat Transcript - Open Topic

We had a fun chat to launch the new year, talking about our goals for 2023 and also struggles to get projects started. If you have ideas for topics or guests for this year, ping @jeannevb on Twitter! 

Read below or on the Wakelet site here.