In this episode, we talk with iconic screenwriter and author, Kim Krizan about her inspiration for writing the iconic "Before Sunrise" and "Before Sunset" films. She shares with us the story of meeting Richard Linklater while acting in one of his earliest films, "Slacker," and how their writing partnership grew from there. Kim took a deep interest in the Diarist Anais Nin and gives us insight into the book she wrote about her, "Spy in the house of Anais Nin." Kim elaborates on her curiosity around why people are creative and what she’s learned about how we “create our way out of our wounds.” You’ll also hear about: Kim's philosophy of kindness, and how it fuels her work as a teacher at a community college, how valuable it can be to come at things with just enthusiasm, even if you don’t have all the knowledge, how utilizing many creative outlets can free you up when working on the one important project in your life, how Kim was influenced by a diverse group of artists during her time living in Austin, and how fluidity with her creativity opened her up to more inspiration, the value of "just going on the ride," and not having a solid plan but an idea of what you want and trusting you’ll get where you want to go with a broad goal or direction, how creativity is vital to humanity’s survival, and not just a frivolous pursuit, and how what you’re drawn to has a purpose.

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In this conversation with each other, we dive into our latest developments, sharing where we are 16 episodes into recording The Big Twist, dive into what makes a great performance and making art in the age of AI. Angela talks about taking an acting class for non-actors and a directing workshop that inspired her to get back into directing and taught her to be less precious about her own work. Anna shares what sets great actors apart from average ones, and her experiences working with some amazing co-stars, learning from the best the difference that a great scene partner can make. We also explore the state of the film industry and what gives us hope at this current moment. If you haven't, please subscribe. It really helps our channel more than you know!

In this episode, we talk with Actor/Writer turned Health Advocate Taylor Coffman about how her harrowing near death experience completely redefined her life’s purpose She shares with us her memories of crashing when a rare disease was triggered in her body immediately after giving birth to her daughter. After days in a coma, an out of body experience, and being weaned from dialysis, she emerged as a mother and wife forever changed, dedicating her life to helping other patients find hope, empowerment and meaning while living with chronic disease. You’ll also hear about: How using your creativity to advocate for yourself and others is so rewarding, how important it is to get creative navigating within the systems that exist, how being polite can directly impact your level of care in a hospital, and how keeping faith and hope alive can be a fight but it’s worth the effort.You can find Taylor on Instagram ‪@taylorcoffmanmade and read her Substack, "Rare Disease Girl," at: https://taylorcoffman.substack.com/ -- Thanks for listening! If you haven't, please subscribe. It really helps our channel more than you know!