Nick Savides
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Hello again
@CameronCrowe
.
My latest podcast episode makes a case that the film Begin Again has some things in common with Jerry Maguire. Care to comment: ?
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Can Ralph Waldo Emerson & LOST help resolve a question regarding Anna Kendrick, Taylor Swift, & JFK?
This is the most personal video I’ve ever made but also the most LOST-minded story I’ve ever told. Trying to get
@annakendrick47
to respond in hopes that
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Can Ralph Waldo Emerson help to resolve a question regarding Anna Kendrick,Taylor Swift, and JFK?
Yes, the video includes conversations about certain well-known people, but it is also a personal story.
The videos that have most resonated with me have involved personal stories
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Can Ralph Waldo Emerson and LOST help resolve a question regarding Anna Kendrick, Taylor Swift, and JFK?
This is a personal, at-the-crossroads story over 10 years in the making that exists because the
@Giants
’ Super Bowl 42 victory and the LOST series finale both made me
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Hi
@YouTube
. I watch videos on your platform daily, but if you continue to demonetize people like
@rustyrockets
based on allegations from unnamed sources before they are found guilty in court, then I'll prioritize videos from elsewhere. Please REPOST if you agree.
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Made this because I had a question for
@AnnaKendrick47
. Probably would've never made it if
@Giants
didn't win 2012 Super Bowl. No response from Anna yet, but video now has 150,000+ views. To help keep hope alive, consider sharing if you can relate. Thanks.
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I don’t always believe that things can work out, but then I go and shoot another wedding film. Thus far, each wedding I’ve shot has been an endearing reminder that things CAN sometimes work out for some people.
Whenever I get the opportunity, I’m proud to be a wedding filmmaker,
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My latest video includes some references to Frank Capra, so I went back and re-read this Frank Capra tribute I wrote back in 2010, curious to see if it would still hold up:
I was more earnest back then, and some of my attempts at humor seem less
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Working on wedding videos reminds me of the guy I want to be. Today is my birthday. If you believe this wedding video I shot and edited has merit, would you consider sharing it? That could help me aim for better things. Thanks!
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Sala, a waterfront restaurant by the marina in the West End of New Orleans, recently posted this video I shot and edited for them:
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All-In has become my go-to podcast for business-minded insights on current events, but would've unsubscribed if they validated Pravda-like media coverage of Rittenhouse trial. They didn't. A public service from
@jason
,
@chamath
,
@DavidSacks
, &
@friedberg
.
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A few critics, obstructionists, & schemers have suggested that I shouldn’t speak up about politics if I want to make it in the industry.
This is me thoughtfully considering. Thank you for the feedback, friend-o. Hearts and bubbles to you too. Etc.
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It's PTSD Awareness Month, so we'd like to share Trent's War with you. For the tangled ones trying to get unstuck:
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My newsletter is one way I attempt to connect with friends. I aim to share updates and things of interest in an honest, open-hearted way.
This issue includes some thoughts about Marcel the Shell:
New issue comes out every two weeks or so.
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To hear about current events from accomplished writers (
@mtaibbi
used to write for Rolling Stone and
@walterkirn
's novels have been made into critically acclaimed films) who aren't just rehashing DNC-approved talking points, I recommend America This Week.
Herschel Walker ran into
@WalterKirn
at an event in Montana. You won't believe what happened next (actually you will, but the headline won't work otherwise):
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One great ep. is tough enough, but
@tferriss
did 3 in a row with
@phil_hellmuth
,
@MariaSharapova
, &
@copelandmusic
:
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BRYC aims to make Baton Rouge better one student at a time. Brandon is one of their success stories. Once a
@BRYCoalition
Fellow, he now works in the mayor's office, helping to reduce violence in the city. This is his story. (Video production team: me)
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The latest guest on my podcast is writer, entrepreneur, and optimist
@byronreese
. He has the courage to believe in and advocate for a better tomorrow.
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I might do things differently if I had someone I could count on by side, but so many of my battles I fight alone.
It is what is, and it's not in my nature to be just another go-along-to-get-along guy.
against the world.
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My podcast will return in June, at least for a limited-series reboot!
To commemorate the return, I will be sharing prior episodes that have special significance to me, starting with this interview I did with Groundhog Day screenwriter Danny Rubin.
As a fan of the film, the
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Just signed up with magnifying glass option, because why not?! Not a country music artist, but I have spent a few hours in jail. I understand that's considered street cred in some circles. Looking forward to getting my copy.
I would love a real country music artist to retweet this pitch for County Highway
"America's Only Newspaper" is for you and your fans
Same vibe
I just don't know who you are yet!
@countyhwy
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Hi
@taylorswift13
.
@sidemenfilm
is a music doc that premiered at
@sxsw
. Retweet to help them keep the dream alive:
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This podcast episode is worth a listen ...
". . .he truly had the audacity to imagine what could be and to see the infinite potential in every human being." — Jacqueline Novogratz
Listen to my full conversation with
@jnovogratz
here:
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Hey
@jonstewart
, it doesn't seem like you're telling the whole story here. Companies like
@Walmart
take substantial risks to produce goods and services in hopes that others MIGHT find them valuable.
If they fail, the entrepreneurs and investors will bear the brunt of that. If
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You might know
@John_Schneider
from Dukes of Hazzard or Smallville. We discuss his work, film festival, & new music:
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This conversation
@Jason
has with
@Chamath
,
@DavidSacks
, &
@Friedberg
is one of the better, more even-handed conversations I've heard recently about police reforms. Goes beyond partisan talking points while showing healthy respect for freedom of speech:
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Was hoping that my relaunched podcast would be ready by now, but some paid projects are taking longer than anticipated.
Besides, more of the same won't be enough to make a difference. I've been revisiting
@DanielCoyle
's book Culture Code to try to refine the vision for the
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Tom's Snyder's work has won a Peabody, PGA, & an Emmy. Here he shares comedy tips and discusses his
@AudioMusicalTM
:
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The story of how
@redgatefilms
's David & Kristin went from advertising to epic fantasy filmmaking might inspire you:
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Giving and receiving great feedback is a mission-critical skill. In this podcast interview with Sundance-winning writer and
@BlueCatWriters
founder Gordy Hoffman, we talk about how to get it right:
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Guillermo del Toro could have worked with anyone on The Shape of Water, but he chose to work with cinematographer Dan Laustsen, with whom he shot two other films. In this interview with Laustsen, I tried to understand why:
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Hi
@CameronCrowe
. As far as I can tell, this article you wrote was the basis for Almost Famous. Did someone specific first validate your account like in the film though?
Whether from an individual or group consensus, that honesty seemingly changed your life, so it would be
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Some of
@marygauthier_
's fans include Bob Dylan, the Grand Ole Opry, and veterans. Get to know more about her and her music in this podcast episode:
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Sometimes I encounter couples who seem so happy that I wonder how their relationship came about. Then I shoot their wedding video and find some clues that point the way.
This is Jesus and Monica's wedding story.
Not an easy thing to find a love like that, but the people in our
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Sometimes perfection is the obstacle.
@MrEvanKidd
on how to make a film for less than $3000 and get it on Amazon:
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Actor
@gskruithof
(Bonnie & Clyde, Deepwater Horizon) shares some advice about how we can find our authentic voice and become more comfortable in our skin in this podcast ep:
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Several
@TWiStartups
episodes have featured insightful conversations about new AI developments. In this ep.
@Jason
and
@Lons
discuss the WGA's strike in context of ChatGPT and other emerging tools:
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New podcast episode: The directors behind
@PapaGrowsFunk
documentary
@DoUWantItFilm
talk about getting to know the New Orleans music community, going on tour with the band, and confronting creative differences.
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The race towards more productivity isn't always the answer though. Sometime it just leads to the wrong destination a little faster.
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"You might think you're not important ..." That's why we brought celebrity army to tell you how to think and vote! 🤮
Thought this was a joke when I first saw. Who would be persuaded to reevaluate anything by it?!
How often did actors in it ask to go
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Producer Iain Smith has worked with some of the world's best filmmakers including Darren Aronofsky, Alfonso Cuarón, and George Miller. He shares what he's learned from those collaborations in this podcast ep:
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Learn more about film editing in this ep. with Hunter Via, Eddie-winning editor of Walking Dead, Mist, & Preacher:
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If you like Groundhog Day & are looking for something to do, you could listen to my ep. with writer Danny Rubin. :)
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What's Eating Ralphie May, which won Best of the Fest at
#NashFilm50
, was supposed to be an affirming weight-loss film about comedian
@Ralphie_May
. It turned tragic when addiction interfered. I discuss with his wife
@LahnaTurner
and director Cat Rhinehart:
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She has made several appearances at the Grand Ole Opry and her songs have been recorded by the likes of Blake Shelton, Jimmy Buffett, and Tim McGraw, but
@marygauthier_
's outreach with and compassion for veterans is even more impressive:
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Mostly, timeless romance only seems possible in the movies, but it's nice to believe, even for a moment, so here's to the ones who dream.
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David Lynch - The Art Life offers rare glimpse into mind of the enigmatic filmmaker. One of my
#SXSW2017
highlights:
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Spielberg’s The Fabelmans is a cinematic achievement that acknowledges life doesn’t always unfold how we wish, but the film still treats the pursuit of a happy ending as a worthwhile, possibly even admirable, pursuit. Easily one of the most resonant films I’ve seen this year.
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Renée Zellweger made a special visit to
@LIFFilmfest
2017. Find out what brought her and what you may have missed:
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Esteemed New Orleans Singer-songwriter
@LynnDrury
on how to build a long-term music career, get music licensed on TV, and stay inspired amidst heartache:
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The film Begin Again has been on my watchlist for a while, ever since I realized that it was directed by the same guy behind Once. Somehow I didn't get to it until this week. It skewers/celebrates the music industry with enough earnestness to be endearing.
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Founder got snubbed by Oscar noms, but it's one of 2016's most relevant films. I interview director & explain why:
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It is June 9, 12:23 CT. You know what that means, right?! Time for another AMA with
@AnnaKendrick47
(who may or may not answer due to a strange recent silence that coincides, perhaps by mere coincidence, with a video about her pinned on my profile).
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I read
@MitchAlbom
's new novel after hearing him discuss on
@ericmetaxas
's show. Didn't realize Thessaloniki, a city I visited recently, lost highest percent of Jews during the Holocaust.
Story is told from Angel of Truth's perspective about a boy who becomes pathological liar
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Hollywood comedy consultant
@skcomedy
shares his comedic approach on this ep. Plus, a discount for his LA workshop:
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Our
#SXSW
nsavides session with
@fablehousetv
is tomorrow at 11:00 AM. It will be a bit unconventional ... After our session,
@Jackie_Michele
will be interviewing Crazy Ex-Girlfriend co-creator Rachel Bloom for the Natch Beaut show, so stick around:
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John Lee Hancock directed Blind Side, Saving Mr. Banks, & such. He's the guest on this ep:
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At film fests, so many are quick to share schemes to make a feature. Just once would like to hear long-term plans to spread decency & love.
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Our worst day could also be our best day. It's a matter of perspective. We discuss with Groundhog Day writer:
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Frank Oz is the performer behind Yoda, Miss Piggy, and Fozzie Bear. On this podcast interview, we discuss how his collaborations with Jim Henson shaped his life and influenced his work over the years:
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When trying to do something hard and heartfelt, it helps to believe that this time it’ll be different, that hope can prevail. Final deadline for
@BlueCatWriters
’s screenplay competition is Dec. 16. Listen to find out why you might want to get involved:
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Radiohead's Burn the Witch video is genius social commentary. Like David Lynch film, pleasant veneer hides rot:
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Historians believe that the Battle of Salamis, a decisive victory for the Greeks against the Persians, happened on this day back in 480 BC. The world we know today would probably be very different had it gone otherwise. Who's to say that's not true for every day's battles though?
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Jenna was a guest on my podcast. She's a talented actress-filmmaker and has become an encouraging friend, so it's great to see that her film The Golden Age is continuing to earn recognition across the country.
“Beautifully filmed, it's an edgy romantic comedy about two idealistic young people struggling to maintain their artistic integrity". 🙌🏼🎬 Big thanks to
@CrimsonK1959
for this brilliant essay about
@lagedorfilm
Premiere at
@dtlaff
!
#perioddrama
🎥🌟🇺🇸🇫🇷
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Vintage Etiquette Posters That Illustrate How to Avoid Being a Complete Monster at the Movies
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you didn't think anyone else had thought about. You read them, and suddenly you're a little bit less alone in the world." -We All Looked Up
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What goes into shooting a high-speed oner that goes from 0-55 mph? Wrote this article for
@ZEISSCine
to explore what
@MattSBellDP
and co. went through to pull it off:
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I'll be at
@jazzfest
on May 3, capturing some footage from the
@RayoBrothers
' set and helping them put together a fun hangout session for superfans. If you're going to Jazz Fest, come by and say hello!
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You can't fully appreciate New Orleans without attending
@jazzfest
. This is the video I shot of the
@RayoBrothers
playing there. Wanted to capture not just their performance but what it felt like to hang out with the band on the day:
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Hugo is my favorite Martin Scorsese film. It came out on November 23, 2011.
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Premiering at Tribeca and shot in Louisiana,
@LostBayouFilm
won best cinematography at
#NOFF2019
. It screens again on Oct. 23. Check out this podcast interview I did with director
@theBCMR
, writer
@iamhunterburke
, and actor
@jacksonbeals
to get caught up:
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Finally saw Life, Animated, the doc about autistic boy who relies on Disney films to connect to world. It's on Amazon, & it's pretty great.
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1/Moved to
@parler_app
after Twitter suppressed free speech in arbitrary and politically motivated ways. Then my Parler posts got deleted when rivals Amazon, Apple, & Google seemingly worked in coordination within 48 hours to take it down. It's back but not at full functionality.
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Baby Driver,
@edgarwright
's film, premiered at SXSW. He discusses it/film history w
@leonardmaltin
&
@jessiemaltin
:
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So ... Paddington 2 is not just best of the year, but "best reviewed film ever" according to Rotten Tomatoes, and it has elicited clever quotes like "definitely bears repeating." OK, that settles THAT!
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Had the opportunity to talk to DP Dan Laustsen about his work on
#ShapeOfWater
and his collaborations with
@RealGDT
:
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@OniTsumiTenshi
Yes, I'm using a teleprompter, not exactly an uncommon practice in media production. There are some quotes and details I wanted to get right. Entire production team (research, writing, shooting, editing, graphics) is me. Memorizing it all on top of that isn't currently viable.
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@AnnaKendrick47
@AnnaKendrick47
I was ready to let my prior contact with you be the last one, but some things happened afterwards that made me reconsider. Besides, I was never great at saying goodbye. I figured you deserved at least a better attempt, given the circumstances. So here goes ...
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The influence of New Orleans on jazz is widely acknowledged. Less well known is the city's influence on rock n roll:
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Congratulations to the filmmakers behind Shape of Water for winning Best Picture! Cinematographer Dan Laustsen shares his experiences collaborating with director Guillermo del Toro on this podcast interview:
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In this episode, I expand on why Treme might be a better show than The Wire (both were created by David Simon). It's a follow up to an interview I did with a writer on Treme. Just because it is complicated doesn't mean there's no affection there:
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Tips on how to get better at comedy from
@skcomedy
. He's worked with Jack Black, Nathan Lane, Bob Odenkirk, and co:
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Some filmmakers see things differently, but I consider it an absolute privilege to shoot a wedding, one of the most significant days in a couple’s life. Andy and Cece had a lovely, classic New Orleans wedding, and I was honored to shoot it:
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@AnnaKendrick47
@AnnaKendrick47
It’s been over 10 years, and in spite of my best efforts, you’ve never once directly acknowledged me or treated me like I’m a person whose feelings matter, even when I gave you a chance to make amends for the past.
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I admire those who have the strength of character to offer solace in the midst of a storm. Hope to get better at that someday.
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Our
#VideoblogsChat
on Oct. 9 is offering $500+ in prizes for filmmakers. Top prize is from
@jennaedwards
. Join us:
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Compositing is a crucial aspect of vfx. Learn why from
@hiddenplace
, who worked on the dragon shots of Game of Thrones and now works at Weta Digital:
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Revisiting some notable episodes of my podcast as I prepare to relaunch it in June.
The difference between a project that comes to life and one that doesn’t is often due to whether a skilled producer was there to help a nascent possibility survive and thrive.
Producer Iain
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Patrick Moreau from
@stillmotion
came on The nsavides Podcast to discuss the power of collaborative storytelling:
http://t.co/WTEWUgwEmZ
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Got to help on
@The_Stand_Film
, not
@StephenKing
's story, but his possibly influenced involvement.
#itIScomplicated
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Had fun talking to
@ThomasFFSnyder
, creator of Emmy-winning Dr. Katz, about comedy and his
@AudioMusicalTM
:
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