The Darnell Autry Show

Discussing the character of Finn from the Star Wars sequel trilogy

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

What we liked (and didn't like) about the character that John Boyega brought to life in the epic movie franchise

The show will be taking a brief hiatus

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 5 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

A message from Darnell about what's happening in the immediate future concerning the show

Random thoughts about filmmaking

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel share a few of their viewpoints on, and experiences from, the wacky world of filmmaking

How are you holding yourself back from success?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Are we overconfident or are we overwhelmed? What are some ugly truths about success that we don't want to hear? How can we use those ugly truths to our advantage? And how do we treat ourselves when we make mistakes? This week we tackle these tough questions.

What did you learn about people from teaching an acting class?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Looking back on teaching an acting class for several years, what did the students teach the teacher?

Its our one-year anniversary!

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 5 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The Darnell Autry Show is a year old, and it sure has been quite a year, hasn't it? Darnell talks about where we've been and where we're going with the show.

How do I know if my script is finished? Part seven: dialogue

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In the final part of this series, Darnell and Daniel discuss writing crisp dialogue, plus several ways to hide exposition in the text.

How do I know if my script is finished? Part six: scenes and sequences

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss not only how to write an individual scene, but how all the scenes work together to tell your story.

How do I know if my script is finished? Part five: flow of information (with extra segment on story logic)

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

This week, let's look at your script as being a continuous flow of information and how looking at it that way can improve your storytelling. Also, a discussion on making sure your story has a consistent logic to it.

How do I know if my script is finished? Part four: character arc

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 8 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Now let's get into how your character realistically changes over the course of your story.

How do I know if my script is finished? Part three: character basics

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 1 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

You've got a great story, but is your world populated with characters the reader will care about?

How do I know if my script is finished? Part two: story structure

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

You've finally finished writing your script, but how do you know if its finished? In part one we examined your message. Now let's look into ways to make sure each of the three acts are intriguing for the reader.

A message to the Northwestern Wildcats football team

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Thu, 24 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

An extra Christmas Eve episode for you this week! A few heartfelt words from Darnell to the Wildcats

How do I know if my script is finished? Part one: the message

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

You've finally finished writing your script, but how do you know if its finished? Let's first examine what you're telling the world with your work of art.

When it seems like Life is giving you "no" after "no" after "no"

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss different strategies to handle the seemingly endless rejections that Life throws at you

In football, is "icing the kicker" real?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 4 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

The kicker's about to boot the game-winning field goal, but then... the opposing coach calls a time out. But can the strategy really affect the outcome of the game?

I have a great idea for a movie, but is it script-worthy?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

If you're wondering if you should devote the time and effort to writing that script, here's five things to consider

Spoiler-filled discussion of the Black Mirror episode, "Striking Vipers"

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel talk about the message behind this episode of the sci-fi anthology series

Principal Photography and Post-Production phases of making movies: more tips for the indie filmmaker

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Its time for Lights Camera Action, and then onto the Cutting Room! Darnell and Daniel discuss these phases of the filmmaking process, with more practical advice all along the way

Development and Pre-Production phases of making movies: tips for the indie filmmaker

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 6 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss these two important phases of the filmmaking process, with practical advice all along the way

Another sneak peek behind the scenes

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

More of the chaos and madness that happens during a taped rehearsal, right before we record an episode (with some insight on how we pick topics for the show)

I have a great idea for a movie! Where do I get the money to make it?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel pull no punches in this discussion of financing one's indie film project

A sneak peek behind the scenes

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Here's some of the chaos and madness that happens during a taped rehearsal, right before we record an episode

What type of actor are you, Darnell? Part two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 9 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel continue the discussion on different actor traits to find out what kind of actor Darnell is

What type of actor are you, Darnell? Part one

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 2 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss different actor traits to find out what kind of actor Darnell is

Our unpopular opinions about sports, part two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 04:00:04 +0000

We continue our spirited conversation on sports! Do you agree with any of our opinions from this episode?

Our unpopular opinions about sports, part one

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:00:16 +0000

Do you agree with anything on our lists?

"You booked the role... now what?", Part Two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 04:00:09 +0000

Darnell and Daniel conclude Daniel's step-by-step process of breaking down a script

A tribute to Chadwick Boseman and the significance of T'Challa, King of Wakanda

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Sat, 5 Sep 2020 04:00:19 +0000

Darnell shares his thoughts about the inspiring person who brought The Black Panther to life in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Are you as fatigued as I am about 2020?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Thu, 3 Sep 2020 04:00:17 +0000

Darnell shares his thoughts about some of the news that has weighed on his mind

"You booked the role... now what?", Part One

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:00:10 +0000

Darnell and Daniel go step-by-step through Daniel's process of breaking down a script

My journey from college to the NFL

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:33 +0000

Darnell tells the story of his journey from his freshman year at Northwestern through his career in the NFL

The transition from high school football to college football

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 04:00:03 +0000

Darnell tells his story of going from highly sought after high-school player to the Big Ten

What have you learned about yourself during the pandemic?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 7 Aug 2020 04:00:05 +0000

Darnell asks Daniel what he's learned about himself during all that's happened this year.

Our unpopular opinions about movies, part two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Onto the second half of the discussion! Perhaps more of your opinions will match our opinions as well.

Our unpopular opinions about movies, part one

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:00:01 +0000

Will anything from our list be the same as one of your unpopular opinions about movies?

What is the role of sports in people's lives?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 04:00:02 +0000

From the games we played as kids all the way to the billion-dollar world of professional competition, Darnell and Daniel examine the role that sports play in society.

A plan is meant to fail. Say what?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 04:00:11 +0000

Yup, that's what we're saying. Allow us to explain...

Darnell explains, "Is it on purpose?"

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 3 Jul 2020 04:00:07 +0000

As you've probably noticed, Darnell often says, "But is it on purpose?" or "Unless its on purpose, right?", during our episodes. Darnell decided its time for him to explain the importance of considering whether something is on purpose or not.

Let's talk about arguing (without arguing about it)

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 04:00:09 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss why individuals argue and how they argue, plus Darnell relates how that knowledge influences his own writing and acting.

Why we do the podcast

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 04:00:15 +0000

In this week's episode, Darnell talks about why he started the podcast in the first place, and how the podcast has been reshaped since its debut.

How To Come Up With A Story

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:00:01 +0000

The show's head writer, Grant Anderson, asked Darnell and Daniel (both writers themselves) to talk about ways to think up story ideas. Its the process of going from Zero to Something.

George Floyd accountability X 4

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Thu, 4 Jun 2020 04:00:26 +0000

The four former police officers, and not just Derek Chauvin, need to held accountable for the murder of George Floyd.

What has 2020 taught us about storytelling?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 29 May 2020 04:00:13 +0000

Darnell and Daniel discuss, because of all that has already happened in this barely comprehensible year, whether 2020 has showed us anything about the art of storytelling from both a writer's and an actor's perspective.

"Should College Athletes Get Paid?", Revisited

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 22 May 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Darnell and Daniel revisit "Should College Athletes Get Paid?" because of all the positive feedback the episode received since it originally aired on the 20th of March.

A Few of Darnell's Favorite Things, Part Two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 15 May 2020 04:00:15 +0000

More questions and answers with Darnell, including a heartwarming response to the question, "What is your favorite holiday?"

A Few of Darnell's Favorite Things, Part One

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 8 May 2020 04:00:02 +0000

Daniel asks Darnell about his favorite things on a variety of topics, starting with what Darnell likes the most about going to a movie theater.

Dealing with anxiety, Part Two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 1 May 2020 04:00:16 +0000

This week we conclude with Daniel outlining the approach he takes to helping actors deal with anxiety, and how that same advice might help anybody else. And, finally, Daniel answers how he thinks his approach is better than the usual advice given about dealing with anxiety.

Dealing with anxiety, Part One

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:00:24 +0000

This week Darnell asks Daniel to outline the interesting approach he takes to helping actors deal with anxiety, and how that same advice might help anybody else.

Watching movies/TV shows to study other artists' work

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 04:00:02 +0000

In this week's episode, Darnell and Daniel talk about the films, tv shows, and filmmakers that fuel their creativity. They discuss how they are inspired not only to imagine what kinds of stories are possible, but how its possible to tell those amazing stories.

Favorite Movies of the Past Decade, Part Two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:48:21 +0000

A look back at our favorite movies from 2010 to 2019, and why we love them so much!

Favorite Movies of the Past Decade, Part One

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 3 Apr 2020 05:26:21 +0000

A look back at our favorite movies from 2010 to 2019, and why we love them so much!

The making of the short film I wrote

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 04:00:08 +0000

In this week's episode, we discuss an award-winning short film that Darnell wrote, "Man-I-Fest Destiny." We talk about the experience start to finish, and all of the lessons learned along the way.

Should college athletes get paid?

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Its a controversial topic, and a question that Darnell has been asked so many times. Daniel discusses it from the viewpoint of a fan, and Darnell discusses it from the viewpoint of the student athlete.

An Adequate Approach to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Darnell Autry) — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:04 +0000

Lacking confidence is not an uncommon feeling. Even the best athletes or artists can feel that they're not good enough. So what can you do when you feel this way? Darnell and Daniel talk about how you can waste less time dealing with this terrible feeling so that you can actually focus on developing your craft. Believe in yourself!

24 and 24 for #24, Part Two

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 6 Mar 2020 05:00:06 +0000

24 Questions and Answers from Mr. 24 Himself. Let's Do This.

24 and 24 for #24, Part One

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 05:00:03 +0000

24 Questions and Answers from Mr. 24 Himself. Let's Do This.

Fandemonium

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 05:00:02 +0000

Let's talk about fans - from an athlete's perspective. Fans of certain teams, like the Philadelphia Eagles, have a reputation for being extremely passionate. Fans of other teams show support in their own way. Being a fan is an art in itself - allowing anyone the opportunity to put their own touch on expressing support of this form of entertainment.

My rituals and superstitions as a player

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 05:00:13 +0000

We're keeping it clean on this episode! Starting with his high school days, Darnell talks about what tendencies set him up for success - and how they came to be.

"Would I let my son play football?"

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 7 Feb 2020 05:00:01 +0000

Darnell talks about the bad - and the good - that comes with playing football. Darnell doesn't have any kids, but if he did, this is how he would approach this question.

Debut episode

TheDarnellAutryShow@gmail.com (Grant Anderson, Daniel Blunck) — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 08:00:12 +0000

Inspiring people to take risks and take that big first step forward - like we are by launching this show. There are a lot of lessons in failing - we're not afraid of it and you shouldn't be either!