<![CDATA[Writers Unblocked: Inspiration Interview Series]]>cbb395dc-b599-5f7c-a036-a4b852d24cdfTue, 03 Jun 2025 00:30:00 +0000Captivate.fmWriter Reactshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/9905682a-1592-439c-95d1-49fb02a4b2a1/3J6SaGIFMknk978Km998qIUT.jpgWriters Unblocked: Inspiration Interview SeriesWriter ReactsWriter ReactsWe all have creative minds. Whether you're a writer, actor, musician, world traveller, or all-around curious mind, we need inspiration. For that, we turn to our fellow inspiring human beings. Join me - "Writer Reacts" - musician, actor, screenwriter, as I search for the most interesting, inspiring, and juiciest stories from some of the greatest minds to walk the planet. Let their stories intrigue you, educate you, inspire your next project, and most of all: unblock that incessant creativity block. Here's to the story in all of us. Check out the video interview @ Writer Reacts on Youtube and SUBSCRIBE!! https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel FULL VIDEO INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com. https://writers-unblocked.captivate.fmtrueepisodicnopodcast"Be An Observer" - Award-winning Author Howard Shrier"Be An Observer" - Award-winning Author Howard ShrierAward-winning crime novel author Howard Shrier dives into what it took to create a successful crime series and how he teaches new writers to find their story. How do you avoid writer's block? What are publishers and agents looking for in a manuscript? What does the modern age of reading and writing look like, and how do we overcome as writers?

Check out Howard's latest novel: The American Zone. Available now:  https://www.amazon.com/American-Zone-Novel-Panama/dp/1777941229/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SG5C4MQFG7JU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bUKCbmEXDoU5l5rGjgK9uOnxD_5y8kDJjTsiy8ddH6tl45C5989XSEOtmOqa9Dk41Zg6eC_WvLcJyrELHsurlWjyfEN9SaGit6AJCjDzrOknxAjrNP28A5Ufq4I4ONkEAhGVC5w732umoq_uxp8zybJjUNBJrbEGxzoOkDts6nkhrdsOhwtcBHbk0c9uW3L1NMduAiZVZdmDOrxrw1HR5NXgpE2aCoSYm4VPMe23cpc.rG33C1zPyr6JkD51AF5k2wrIyjfxX-1PreHHkznUeFM&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+american+zone&qid=1748820216&sprefix=the+american+zone%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-1 

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]]>Award-winning crime novel author Howard Shrier dives into what it took to create a successful crime series and how he teaches new writers to find their story. How do you avoid writer's block? What are publishers and agents looking for in a manuscript? What does the modern age of reading and writing look like, and how do we overcome as writers?

Check out Howard's latest novel: The American Zone. Available now:  https://www.amazon.com/American-Zone-Novel-Panama/dp/1777941229/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SG5C4MQFG7JU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bUKCbmEXDoU5l5rGjgK9uOnxD_5y8kDJjTsiy8ddH6tl45C5989XSEOtmOqa9Dk41Zg6eC_WvLcJyrELHsurlWjyfEN9SaGit6AJCjDzrOknxAjrNP28A5Ufq4I4ONkEAhGVC5w732umoq_uxp8zybJjUNBJrbEGxzoOkDts6nkhrdsOhwtcBHbk0c9uW3L1NMduAiZVZdmDOrxrw1HR5NXgpE2aCoSYm4VPMe23cpc.rG33C1zPyr6JkD51AF5k2wrIyjfxX-1PreHHkznUeFM&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+american+zone&qid=1748820216&sprefix=the+american+zone%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-1 

For more on Howard Shrier: https://howardshrier.com

]]>652cb1e9-91c9-43b7-9bc3-c8e3a7a2b64eSun, 01 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040001:00:46falsefull19191Writer ReactsGo Find Some TRAUMA!! - International model/actress Madison SantosGo Find Some TRAUMA!! - International model/actress Madison SantosIn this interview, world-famous model/actress/producer/screenwriter Madison Santos sits with me to talk about her illustrious career. We take a deep dive into just how much life experience plays a part in our creativity, and how we can use that to create magic in the arts. We are not bound by our trauma. We are fueled by it.


Follow Madison's work here:

- IG: www.instagram.com/madisonsantosofficial

- IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm12227392/



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]]>In this interview, world-famous model/actress/producer/screenwriter Madison Santos sits with me to talk about her illustrious career. We take a deep dive into just how much life experience plays a part in our creativity, and how we can use that to create magic in the arts. We are not bound by our trauma. We are fueled by it.


Follow Madison's work here:

- IG: www.instagram.com/madisonsantosofficial

- IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm12227392/



Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


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]]>89c77c92-ecef-438f-a9d8-e8d08ca94bc9Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040058:29truefull18181Writer ReactsA Story of Triumph - Film Actor/Designer Mugsy BluA Story of Triumph - Film Actor/Designer Mugsy BluIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional film actor/fashion designer Mugsy Blu discusses the sheer adversity she's had to overcome to be as successful as she is. You think you've worked hard to get where you are now? Listen to this story! We talk mental conditions, dark times, and HAMILTON!!!!

Check out Mugsy Blu's work:

Instagram: @mugsy_blu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mugsy-blu-5b53662a5?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

Casting Network: https://app.castingnetworks.com/talent/public-profile/f5981aac-cac2-11ee-99a5-bbbbac1d7aa7

All Casting: https://talent.allcasting.com/profile/mugsyblu/info


Mugsy Blu

New York, NY

516 551 1279

MugsyBluNYC@gmail.com


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


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]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional film actor/fashion designer Mugsy Blu discusses the sheer adversity she's had to overcome to be as successful as she is. You think you've worked hard to get where you are now? Listen to this story! We talk mental conditions, dark times, and HAMILTON!!!!

Check out Mugsy Blu's work:

Instagram: @mugsy_blu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mugsy-blu-5b53662a5?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

Casting Network: https://app.castingnetworks.com/talent/public-profile/f5981aac-cac2-11ee-99a5-bbbbac1d7aa7

All Casting: https://talent.allcasting.com/profile/mugsyblu/info


Mugsy Blu

New York, NY

516 551 1279

MugsyBluNYC@gmail.com


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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]]>9785bb1e-625a-4f51-bd87-4b3dfe63200eSat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040037:08truefull17171Writer ReactsDon't Try So Hard - Voice Actor Emily FoulgerDon't Try So Hard - Voice Actor Emily FoulgerIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional voice actor Emily Foulger sits down with me to discuss making the all-in decision to leave her law firm and begin a career in voice acting. What was her driving motivation? Why did she make the change we all have dreamt of?


Check out Emily Foulger's work:

Website: emilyfoulger.com

Instagram & Twitter: @emfoulgervo

Discord: Emmalaya



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]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional voice actor Emily Foulger sits down with me to discuss making the all-in decision to leave her law firm and begin a career in voice acting. What was her driving motivation? Why did she make the change we all have dreamt of?


Check out Emily Foulger's work:

Website: emilyfoulger.com

Instagram & Twitter: @emfoulgervo

Discord: Emmalaya



Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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]]>369f6344-57d0-4d85-a247-3ec8b0f74356Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040035:31truefull16161Writer ReactsGet To The Point With Your Audience - Digital Entertainment Writer Elisabeth McGowanGet To The Point With Your Audience - Digital Entertainment Writer Elisabeth McGowanIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional digital entertainment writer Elisabeth McGowan takes a break from reviewing blockbusters and attending red carpet events to discuss her journey from underpaid list writer to esteemed film/TV critic. She breaks down the challenges that entertainment writers face today, as well as what she looks for in a project.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


Check out Elisabeth McGowan's work:

https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/11/15/julie-bowen-opens-up-about-her-badass-fight-scene-in-totally-killer/amp/

https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/12/20/mean-girls-musical-star-allison-winn-describes-her-movie-character/amp/

https://hollywoodlife.com/2024/02/01/francia-raisa-says-how-i-met-your-father-cast-hopes-for-a-miracle/amp/

https://deadtalknews.com/2022/12/06/wednesday-review/

https://www.j-14.com/posts/olivia-rose-keegan-on-gotham-knights-character-duela/

Website: https://eamcgowan.wixsite.com/website


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, professional digital entertainment writer Elisabeth McGowan takes a break from reviewing blockbusters and attending red carpet events to discuss her journey from underpaid list writer to esteemed film/TV critic. She breaks down the challenges that entertainment writers face today, as well as what she looks for in a project.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


Check out Elisabeth McGowan's work:

https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/11/15/julie-bowen-opens-up-about-her-badass-fight-scene-in-totally-killer/amp/

https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/12/20/mean-girls-musical-star-allison-winn-describes-her-movie-character/amp/

https://hollywoodlife.com/2024/02/01/francia-raisa-says-how-i-met-your-father-cast-hopes-for-a-miracle/amp/

https://deadtalknews.com/2022/12/06/wednesday-review/

https://www.j-14.com/posts/olivia-rose-keegan-on-gotham-knights-character-duela/

Website: https://eamcgowan.wixsite.com/website


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


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]]>963b3cdb-9b68-4148-9330-2565b54561d3Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040033:49truefull15151Writer ReactsBelieve - Voice Actor Erica LeeBelieve - Voice Actor Erica LeeIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, voiceover artist, actor, singer, and future Disney Princess Erica Lee sits down with me and discusses her journey from theater to the world of voice acting. We discuss her training, tips for new actors, goals, and the challenges new voice actors face in this ever challenging industry.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


For all of Erica Lee's work:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-l-b6a5b7233/

Website: https://www.erica-lee.me/


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


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]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Artists Interview Series, voiceover artist, actor, singer, and future Disney Princess Erica Lee sits down with me and discusses her journey from theater to the world of voice acting. We discuss her training, tips for new actors, goals, and the challenges new voice actors face in this ever challenging industry.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


For all of Erica Lee's work:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-l-b6a5b7233/

Website: https://www.erica-lee.me/


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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]]>addb7f57-931d-4e68-8d7d-2a5614e033efSat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040035:06truefull14141Writer ReactsBe Mindful of What You're Trying to Achieve - Author Zara MillerBe Mindful of What You're Trying to Achieve - Author Zara MillerIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Interview Series, published author Zara Miller speaks on how she turned her cathartic writing habit into a fruitful career. We also discuss the challenges modern writers may face and how to stay true to your work!

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


For all of Zara Miller's work:

To stream Midnight Express: https://www.headfone.co.in/channel/midnight-express/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zaramiller_author/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zara-miller-author/

TTM profile: https://www.theteenmagazine.com/writers/zara-miller


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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**Stay Creative**

]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Interview Series, published author Zara Miller speaks on how she turned her cathartic writing habit into a fruitful career. We also discuss the challenges modern writers may face and how to stay true to your work!

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership


For all of Zara Miller's work:

To stream Midnight Express: https://www.headfone.co.in/channel/midnight-express/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zaramiller_author/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zara-miller-author/

TTM profile: https://www.theteenmagazine.com/writers/zara-miller


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts


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]]>aed1590e-3122-4089-abea-4d1c5e84fbecSat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040036:20truefull13131Writer ReactsA love of Broadway and Horror - Actor Jen WernerA love of Broadway and Horror - Actor Jen WernerProfessional stage actor Jen Werner sits down and tells us her origin story, where her love for the theater comes from, and why horror is the greatest genre today! Get ready, Scream fans. FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership

To follow Jen's work:


https://www.youtube.com/@UCzutHhquFXfIRF1xsWaIsiA

https://www.youtube.com/@UCxSiVr0gT-k4nVOji-04p4A

https://www.youtube.com/@UCQAKeoAFARa4PKFOvXFBz8g

https://www.youtube.com/@UC1SEYvZH2FnU4KCb7ssvV-A

https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBeardedEntertainment


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts

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]]>Professional stage actor Jen Werner sits down and tells us her origin story, where her love for the theater comes from, and why horror is the greatest genre today! Get ready, Scream fans. FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership

To follow Jen's work:


https://www.youtube.com/@UCzutHhquFXfIRF1xsWaIsiA

https://www.youtube.com/@UCxSiVr0gT-k4nVOji-04p4A

https://www.youtube.com/@UCQAKeoAFARa4PKFOvXFBz8g

https://www.youtube.com/@UC1SEYvZH2FnU4KCb7ssvV-A

https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBeardedEntertainment


Have a creative journey to share? I'd love to have you on! Email me at Writersunblockedchannel@gmail.com.


Get the best books in the industry and check out the Writers Unblocked Book Shop. Don't see what you want? Let me know and I'll add it: https://bookshop.org/shop/writerreacts

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]]>1af8a412-1795-4343-98fd-23d44596c3e2Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040019:39truefull12121Writer ReactsLeave Your Ego at the Door - Voice Actor Rambling RobLeave Your Ego at the Door - Voice Actor Rambling RobIn this episode of the Writers Unblocked Interview Series, professional voice actor Rambling Rob sits down and shares his journey through the world of voice acting, such as his work in Spider-Man, Lego-Batman, video games, and more! We also discuss tips on proper voice acting and what you need to do to become successful as a voice actor.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership

For all of Rambling Rob's work:

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9179860/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnP0yUjpYOA663ZRnzcwYjg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rambling.rob/

Website: https://www.ramblingrob.com

]]>In this episode of the Writers Unblocked Interview Series, professional voice actor Rambling Rob sits down and shares his journey through the world of voice acting, such as his work in Spider-Man, Lego-Batman, video games, and more! We also discuss tips on proper voice acting and what you need to do to become successful as a voice actor.

FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membership

For all of Rambling Rob's work:

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9179860/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnP0yUjpYOA663ZRnzcwYjg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rambling.rob/

Website: https://www.ramblingrob.com

]]>5287876e-0916-40d1-bfe4-c17a0ed6c1a1Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040019:43truefull11111Writer Reacts