John August

WGA

Sidecast: SAG-AFTRA, DGA and What Comes Next

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John and Drew look at the results of SAG-AFTRA’s Strike Authorization Vote and the DGA’s tentative deal with the AMPTP, and what they mean for writers on strike.

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Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.

Sidecast: How to Talk to Your Parents About the Strike

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Megana, Drew and John discuss the best ways to talk about the WGA strike with family and non-industry friends.

How much context do you need to give? How do you properly frame the AI issues? How do you calm down a nervous parent without setting unrealistic expectations?

In other news, Weekend Read 2 is out! Drew and Megana have prepared hundreds of scripts and transcripts for your reading enjoyment.

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Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.

Sidecast: Animation Picket

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Live from the picket line, John talks to members of The Animation Guild (TAG, IATSE local 839) marching in solidarity with with members of the WGA. They explain the issues writers in animation are facing, and why it’s so important for the the two unions to support one another.

Guests include Stuart Friedel, Bill Wolkoff and Len Uhley. Thanks to everyone who talked with us!

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Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.

Sidecast: Location Picketing

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John returns from a parking lot in Koreatown to tell Drew all about his experiences picketing productions on location and how other writers can get involved. We also answer listener questions, look at upcoming themed pickets, and celebrate the gains we’ve made at neutral gates.

Links:

Email us at ask@johnaugust.com

You can download the episode here.