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In the Podlight: Aurin Square - The Write Post-Strike
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Summary: In this episode of In the Podlight, award-winning playwright and screenwriter Aurin Squire discusses his journey from journalism to writing for theater and television. He shares insights on the importance of representation in storytelling, the dynamics of a writer's room, and the significance of diverse voices behind the camera. Aurin also reflects on his aspirations for future projects, the influence of sports on his creative discipline, and his self-care practices as a creative professional.
Takeaways:
- Aurin Squire emphasizes the importance of writing from personal experience and perspective.
- The writer's room is a collaborative and sacred space for creativity.
- The need for representation in the industry extends beyond actors to all behind-the-scenes roles.
- Aurin advocates for access to storytelling across different identities.
- He believes in the power of diverse voices to enrich storytelling.
- Aurin's future projects aim to explore multicultural backgrounds and science fiction.
- He credits his background in sports for developing self-motivation and discipline.
- Self-care practices like meditation help him navigate the creative process.
- Aurin values the importance of community and collaboration in the arts.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Aurin Squire
00:49 - The Journey from Journalism to Playwriting
04:02 - Exploring Multicultural Perspectives in Writing
07:58 - The Dynamics of a Writer's Room
11:49 - Understanding Production Deals and Pods
18:04 - The Importance of Representation Behind the Camera
21:00 - Navigating Identity in Storytelling'
26:04 - Future Aspirations and Storytelling Goals
29:51 - The Influence of Sports on Creative Discipline
34:13 - Self-Care Practices for Creatives
36:11 - Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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Caroline Liem – Producer & Host
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