Hollywood Gatekeepers

Hollywood Gatekeepers trains expert readers for the film industry! What does it take to become a reader? What makes a good script great? How does a script get to the screen? Nowadays, working from home and working in Hollywood are the same thing! Let's talk about how analyzing stories is the foundation of every job in the film industry. Learning how to analyze stories on the page and in your mind is the key to building your career in the industry.

37. An Interview with Producer Rashaana Shah 10/10/2026

37. An Interview with Producer Rashaana Shah I am so thrilled to introduce you to Rashaana Shah. She is the producer of the new, beautiful film LINE OF CONTROL. I met Rashaana at the Austin Film Festival. We are now collaborating, which has resulted in her visiting our Insider Track Membership as a guest speaker. Within the Insider Track, members were able to ask her questions. Enjoy this authentic, interesting, and informative session! And be sure to check out Line of Control. Leave a review and spread the word! Now Available to Rent or Buy 🎬 Movie: | | 🎞 Trailer: ✍️ Please Like and write a 🎶 Soundtrack: Spotify | Amazon Music | iTunes Set in the shadow of one of the world’s longest-running conflicts, Line of Control follows a teenage boy living in a small village along the militarized Line of Control in 1990s Kashmir. When he’s forced to identify the bodies of young militants — some of whom may be childhood friends — his world begins to fracture. Caught between grief, guilt, and survival, he confronts the moral cost of war in a place where neutrality is impossible. If you want to learn more about creating a career in the film industry, take a free workshop at /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/43243083

36. The Podcast Returns! The Power of Persistence 09/30/2026

36. The Podcast Returns! The Power of Persistence The Hollywood Gatekeepers Podcast has returned! We first started this podcast to talk about the process of reading scripts in Hollywood. To share what it is like to be a Hollywood Gatekeeper. For decades, production companies have hired readers to review screenplays and write coverage so they can decide what projects to do next. It's been my pleasure to teach thousands of people how to read, analyze, and write screenplays. As we return from hiatus, analyzing stories is still our foundation. But you may have noticed that the world is going through a bit of a shift. What an understatement, right? Well, this shift has prompted me to become a certified and licensed life coach. So now we can analyze stories on the page as well as in our minds! What does coaching have to do with reading and analyzing scripts? Everything. The world is changing. The industry is changing. AI is here to stay, and it’s influencing the process of getting a script to the screen in huge and unexpected ways. Human connection is more important than ever. And one thing remains the same. Story. The story will always matter. Story is king. Your ability to analyze a story…is everything. I will use this podcast to share news from the front lines in the industry. Professional guests will continue to share their experiences and, as always, I invite you, now more than ever, to join me as we learn how to analyze stories. Both on the page and in your mind. The gates are open, mt friemd. Let’s walk through them together. That’s the power of persistence. Welcome back to the Hollywood Gatekeepers podcast. If you want to learn more about our programs, I recommend that you go to /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/43083823

35. Clubhouse Replay What is a Reader 06/13/2022

35. Clubhouse Replay What is a Reader Do you write screenplays? Do you want to get your script to the screen? What happens to your screenplay once it gets into the hands of a producer that can make your dream a reality? It goes into the hands of a reader! What is a reader? Join us as we define the role of a reader in the film industry! This is a special session as it is a replay of a live conversation we had on Clubhouse? Not familiar with Clubhouse? You will learn all about that too! If you would like to learn more about how to start your career as a reader in the film industry, join us for a free Masterclass at If you're interested in joining us for live sessions on Clubhouse, Then join the Hollywood Gatekeepers Club! You will be notified with the details about our next live session. Thank you for listening! Happy reading! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/23409122

34. Bouncing Forward 12/31/2021

34. Bouncing Forward We are back after a hiatus! Explore how bouncing forward is the way to go! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/21644564

33. How to Be Criticized 05/29/2020

33. How to Be Criticized Criticism. Ug. Let’s talk about it. Yes. Today let’s thicken our skin and take a deep dive into How To Be Criticized. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/14618288

32. Friction Free Focus 05/22/2020

32. Friction Free Focus Are you stuck? Are you playing the role you were meant to play in this life? What is preventing you from getting what you want? Let’s take a look at “friction-free-focus” to discover a way to find the hidden gems in a screenplay...and in life. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/14528492

31. LESSONS FROM A LAUNCH 05/12/2020

31. LESSONS FROM A LAUNCH At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we train people to become expert readers that serve as champions for writers and a support system for producers. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of how we launch our business and we share the steps you can take to launch your career as well! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/14396186

30. Interview with Sage Kosiorek, Austin Film Festival 05/08/2020

30. Interview with Sage Kosiorek, Austin Film Festival A glimpse behind the scenes of the Screenreaders Insider Track and our interview with Sage Kosiorek, the Director of Scripts competitions for the Austin Film Festival as he shares information about the writing competition and reading process for the Austin Film Festival /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/14333516

29. BETTER. THE INTERVIEW 04/17/2020

29. BETTER. THE INTERVIEW Better. The return of Filmmaker Shaun Rylee with Producer/Actors Dylan Stretchbery and Paul Michael Bair /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/13978151

28. The Model: For Life & Screenplays 04/07/2020

28. The Model: For Life & Screenplays At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we have realized that coaching is an important part of the writing and filmmaking process. Check out what we mean! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/13881119

27. Taking a Leap 03/08/2020

27. Taking a Leap Join us as we dive into Leap Year! Let's talk about characters who leap, and why we love them so much. While we're at it, let's consider how we might leap into our own lives! Leap into life by experiencing our two 2020 vision training sessions. The first one helps you set a vision for you 2020. The second one, Mastering Your Money, set you on a path toward financial freedom. This is an opportunity for readers and filmmakers to plan your money and your time in order to leap into the best year yet! Check them out! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/13454489

26. Systems and Cents 02/22/2020

26. Systems and Cents EPISODE 26 - Systems and Cents! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/13256405

25. New Year New Year 01/20/2020

25. New Year New Year Join us as we celebrate the New Year by diving into to explore the new you in you. You will learn that you have two secret weapons that can guide you into creating whatever you desire for the coming year! Exciting! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12803618

24. Tackling Your B.S. 12/28/2019

24. Tackling Your B.S. Join us as we create the best New Year ever! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12547700

23. 2020 VIsion 12/22/2019

23. 2020 VIsion A new DECADE is right around the corner! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12499838

22. Interview with Filmmakers Monica Lawson & Mary-Lyn Chambers 12/16/2019

22. Interview with Filmmakers Monica Lawson & Mary-Lyn Chambers Join us behind the Scenes with filmmakers, Monica Lawson and Mary-Lyn Chambers as they discuss their film, PLURAL OF BLOOD. They also discuss Mary-Lyn's films' DEBRIS and TIJUANA. Follow along as they share the most important things an independent producer should know before starting a film. Enjoy this interview with these amazing women. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12414992

21. Interview with Filmmakers Shaun Rylee and Juliana Angelina 12/07/2019

21. Interview with Filmmakers Shaun Rylee and Juliana Angelina Join us behind the Scenes with the filmmaker, Shaun Rylee & Producer, Juliana Angelina as they discuss their upcoming film, BETTER. They also share the most important things an independent producer should know before starting a film. Enjoy this interview with these wicked smart women. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12313523

20. Lessons From a Turkey 11/27/2019

20. Lessons From a Turkey What happens when a script is...well...a turkey. In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, let's dive in for a full course lesson... from a turkey. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12205883

19. Interview with Producer Jessica Mathews 11/22/2019

19. Interview with Producer Jessica Mathews In today’s episode, prolific producer, Jessica Mathews tells us about her upcoming film, UNDER. You won’t want to miss this episode as we also explore the top five things you need to do when producing an independent film. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12136061

18. Designing The Decade of Your Dreams 11/16/2019

18. Designing The Decade of Your Dreams 2020 is right around the corner. It's not only a new year but a new decade! Join us as we give you tools to design the decade of your dreams! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/12057713

17. Hollywood Screenreaders @ the Austin Film Festival 11/09/2019

17. Hollywood Screenreaders @ the Austin Film Festival Meet four Hollywood Screenreaders as they share their adventures during their recent trip to the Austin Film Festival! Meet Joy Schoeph, Paula Kavanaugh, Mickey Yelle, and Shaun Riley. Here about how they came to know each other and what inspired their wacky, wonderful adventure. Also, hear from Carolyn J. Carpenter's partner, Douglas Shaner, as he appears as a guest on the podcast for the first time! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11969072

16. The Elements of Horror 11/01/2019

16. The Elements of Horror What makes a good horror film? Let's dive into the sub-genres of horror films by exploring the elements that drive the genre, the place that horror films hold in the film industry and the ways in which horror films shape our culture and reflect our fears! Happy Halloween! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11866445

15. The Power of Coaching with Rick Mulready 10/26/2019

15. The Power of Coaching with Rick Mulready See why coaching is the secret sauce to taking things to the next level. Join us behind the scenes with our coach, online expert Rick Mulready as he shares how coaching has changed his life and how it can change your life as well! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11791262

14. When Good People Write Bad Screenplays 10/19/2019

14. When Good People Write Bad Screenplays As readers, we pride ourselves on writing coverage that doesn't disparage writers. We love writers and want to give them the best shot possible. Sometimes, that can cause a lot of anxiety when a screenplay has problems. So we thought we’d dive in to talk about what to do when good people write bad scripts. Join us! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11702192

13. Writing Mindset 10/12/2019

13. Writing Mindset 95% of success happens above the shoulders. Getting a hold of our mindset as readers, helping writers with their mindset and being aware of the mindsets of the characters within our screenplays will be the thing that catapults to success. Join us as we reveal research we have done to display the mindset skills that successful people have in common. /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11614049

12. Interview with Producer, Jay Holben 10/04/2019

12. Interview with Producer, Jay Holben Today, we dive into the world of a producer with an incredible interview with Mr. Jay Holben. Jay discusses his career as a producer and director. He is incredibly generous and he reveals a very clear view of how he uses readers, as well as how readers! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11511665

11. Why Do Producers Need Readers 09/27/2019

11. Why Do Producers Need Readers When you are a reader, you often work with producers. We talk a lot about the fact that readers should be providing a support system for producers. So let’s get a little granular to discuss why a producer needs a reader in the first place. We also have a free handout to give you an overview of some of the jobs that you can do once you have the skill of being a reader. We hope it will prompt you to look into what career paths might inspire you. So let's hear it for producers! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11424365

10. Lessons with Alvaro Berrios 09/21/2019

10. Lessons with Alvaro Berrios Every tenth episode, we plan to share lessons that we have recently learned. To celebrate our tenth episode, our special guest is Mr. Alvaro Berrios and he is a Facebook expert. Join us to see how understanding Facebook is absolutely connected to your career as a filmmaker. We think you will thoroughly enjoy the lessons that we learned from Alvaro! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11336594

9. "I Want to Quit My Day Job" 09/14/2019

9. "I Want to Quit My Day Job" Do you want to quit your job to be a full-time artist? Are you frustrated with your current position? Today, we cover how to go about getting rid of the dreaded "day" job. We have a tool that may surprise you! /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11247083

8. "What if I Hate Everything?" 09/06/2019

8. "What if I Hate Everything?" At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we ask our audience to give us their questions. Today, we will dive in to answer one of our favorite questions, "What if I hate everything?" /episode/index/show/hollywoodgatekeepers/id/11156672

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