Writer-producer LaToya Morgan on TV storytelling and creative self-discipline

September 11, 2018 00:56:35
Writer-producer LaToya Morgan on TV storytelling and creative self-discipline
Deviate with Rolf Potts
Writer-producer LaToya Morgan on TV storytelling and creative self-discipline

Sep 11 2018 | 00:56:35

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Rolf Potts

Show Notes

“It’s better for characters if their arc isn’t a straight line. You get to see how far they will go for something. You get to test them.” – Latoya Morgan LaToya Morgan (@MorganicInk) is screenwriter who currently serves an executive producer on AMC’s Into the Badlands. Previously, she has worked on the shows Shameless and Turn. She is currently developing a drama for AMC based on Wesley Lowery’s best-selling book They Can’t Kill Us All. In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and LaToya talk about her early upbringing and influences (2:30); diversity on television (8:30); her decision to become a writer (15:00); the role of research versus personal experience in writing (28:00); the the experience of working in a writers' room (34:00); and managing work/life balance (48:00). Notable Links: Books mentioned: The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don’t host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at [email protected].

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