Ep627 - Andy Bobrow & Guy Goldstein on Ethically Using AI as a Screenwriter

Creative Principles

Andy Bobrow is a seasoned TV comedy writer with over two decades of experience on hit network shows like MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE, COMMUNITY, and BROOKLYN NINE-NINE. He also served as Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner for Fox’s LAST MAN ON EARTH and currently writes for Fox’s KRAPOPOLIS. Guy Goldstein bridges screenwriting and technology, renowned for creating WriterDuet, the pioneering real-time collaborative screenwriting software. His innovations include HartChart, WriterSolo, and ReadThrough, enhancing the writing process for millions. Focused on leveraging AI to empower creators, his company develops tools like ScreenplayIQ for script analysis, PitchTrailer for audio-visual storytelling, and ScreenplayProof for screenplay-specific proofreading. To learn more check: screenplayiq.com/ and screenplayproof.com/ In this interview, we talk about the evolution of storytelling in TV and film, the impact of AI on the industry, the role of AI in pitching and development, AI and intellectual property concerns, the industry perceptions of AI and AI's future in screenwriting and entertainment. As a special note, this was part of our new LIVE interview series in partnership with Buzztown, a community for serious screenwriters, where students also participated in this interview. You can learn more or join the waitlist here: https://www.scriptmastermind.com/buzztown62993179 Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!