160 - Pods Like Us meets Nicholas Tecosky (writer, actor, producer, director of audio dramas and films)

Mastering the Art of Audio Dramas & Screenwriting with Nicholas Tecosky

This podcast episode features a detailed interview with the multi-faceted creative artist Nicholas Tecosky, an accomplished writer, actor, producer, and co-founder of Atlanta’s Write Club.

The major focus lies in unraveling Nicholas' unique approach to writing audio dramas, emphasising the importance of outlining, multiple rewrites, and taking feedback on board.

Nicholas shared insightful anecdotes and experiences from his work in ’VHS’, ‘Aaron Mahnke’s 12 Ghosts’, 'Tomorrow's Monsters' and his upcoming project 'The Passage'.

A distinct aspect of his approach lies in maintaining an overarching narrative in his anthology series, as exemplified in '12 Ghosts'.

The artist also provided invaluable advice to aspiring writers, stressing the importance of careful practice and the openness to collaboration.

 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:20 Nicholas Tecoski's Career Journey

01:38 Transition from Acting to Writing

02:40 Exploring the Film Industry in Atlanta

03:46 The Art of Writing for Different Mediums

05:13 The Evolution of a Writing Career

05:53 The Art of Storytelling and Character Development

06:28 The Challenges and Rewards of Low Budget Writing

07:52 The Impact of Restrictions on Creativity

08:42 The Power of Suspense in Storytelling

11:22 The Role of Horror in Film and Literature

14:04 The Process of Creating 'Tomorrow's Monsters'

18:07 The Art of Creating an Engaging Anthology

26:10 The Challenges and Rewards of Voice Acting

31:47 The Art of Writing for Audio Dramas

37:38 The Role of the Actor in Bringing a Script to Life

43:00 The Process of Creating '12 Ghosts'

59:01 The Making of VHS: Initial Challenges and Budget Constraints

59:36 The Creative Process: From Idea to Script

01:00:14 The Power of Simplicity: Crafting Memorable Moments

01:00:56 Pushing Boundaries: The Art of Shock Value

01:01:39 The Production Journey: From Script to Screen

01:02:03 Character Development: The Art of Writing Silent Characters

01:02:23 The Art of Improvisation in Scriptwriting

01:02:56 The Magic of Unscripted Moments

01:03:29 Exploring the Works of Other Filmmakers

01:03:52 The Art of Storytelling: The Role of Improvisation

01:04:50 The Power of Collaboration in Filmmaking

01:05:04 The Writer's Journey: From Solitude to Collaboration

01:05:37 The Joy of Working with Actors

01:15:20 The Art of Deconstructing a Script

01:30:43 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans

01:33:17 Reflections on Favourite Genre Films and Books

01:43:22 The Craft of Writing: A Journey of Persistence

01:47:52 Final Thoughts and Contact Information