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Script Apart with Al Horner

Al Horner

Booking Overview

This is an interview show focused on screenwriting craft, first drafts, and how scripts evolve into produced films and television projects, typically featuring the credited screenwriters and writer-directors behind prominent releases. Suitable pitches include accomplished screenwriters, television writers, and writer-directors with notable produced credits, particularly those working on adaptations or high-profile genre and franchise projects; booking is likely high difficulty because recent guests include major filmmakers and award-recognized writers.

Metrics

Episodes: 184

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 4.9k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

al.horner@live.com

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Host

Al Horner - LA-based journalist, screenwriter, and script consultant.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established screenwriters, television writers, and writer-directors with produced credits on notable feature films or television series, especially prominent adaptations, genre projects, or franchise releases.
Required Achievements:  
Prominent film or television writing credits, Acclaimed or commercially successful produced screen projects, Major awards recognition or nominations

Recent Guest Discussions

Chris McKenna - The Film’s Early Screenplay, Peter Parker’s Enduring Appeal, An Abandoned Courtroom Storyline, And The Potential Role Of Matt Murdock.

Erik Sommers - The Film’s Early Screenplay, Peter Parker’s Enduring Appeal, An Abandoned Courtroom Storyline, And The Potential Role Of Matt Murdock.

Lou Howe - Developing A Biopic, Structuring Its Story Threads And Characters, And Responsibly Portraying Anthony Bourdain’s Life And Legacy.

Todd Bartels - Developing A Biopic, Structuring Its Story Threads And Characters, And Responsibly Portraying Anthony Bourdain’s Life And Legacy.

Christopher Miller - Adapting Project Hail Mary, Shaping Its Tone, Developing Its Themes Of Friendship And Communication, And Collaborating With Drew Goddard And Phil Lord.

Recent Topics

Film, Screenwriting, Screenplay Development, Film Adaptation, Television Writing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Script Apart with Al Horner
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A Friend Request From Aaron Sorkin ('The Social Reckoning')

October 22, 2026

There's plenty to reckon with in The Social Reckoning, Aaron Sorkin's sequel-of-sorts to The Social Network – one of the most lauded films of the century so far. That David Fincher-directed tale explained how Facebook, one of the most powerful companies on the planet, came to be – and the alleged spite and insecurity that caused its creator, Mark Zuckerberg to create it. Sixteen years later, he's back – this time in the director's chair, with the story of what social media spi...

What 'Whalefall' Means To Daniel Kraus and Brian Duffield

October 21, 2026

Live from the belly of the beast – aka a London hotel room before the European premiere of their new movie – Brian Duffield (Spontaneous, No One Will Save You) and Daniel Kraus (the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Angel Down) are my guests this week, breaking down a survival thriller with surprising emotional dimensions. Whalefall is the pair's exhilarating new underwater adventure, and on today's episode, the three of us reunite, having spent time together on the set of the movie in...

'Coyote Vs Acme' Vs The World

October 08, 2026

That's all, folks? Not by a long shot. Coyote Vs Acme – the Who Framed Roger Rabbit-esque courtroom comedy written by my guest today. Samy Burch – was famously cancelled by Warner Bros in late 2023 but has since experienced a remarkable revival, making its way to screens this summer as the result of enormous public outcry.Today on the show, Samy breaks down both the film itself and the ways in which life imitated art in the aftermath of the movie's creation. The Dave Green-directed Lo...

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How do I get in touch with Script Apart with Al Horner?

Script Apart with Al Horner is hosted by Al Horner. Its publicly listed email is al.horner@live.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Script Apart with Al Horner?

The publicly listed email for Script Apart with Al Horner: al.horner@live.com.

How many listeners does Script Apart with Al Horner have?

Podseeker estimates Script Apart with Al Horner reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Script Apart with Al Horner?

Script Apart with Al Horner typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established screenwriters, television writers, and writer-directors with produced credits on notable feature films or television series, especially prominent adaptations, genre projects, or franchise releases. Common among recent guests: Prominent film or television writing credits; Acclaimed or commercially successful produced screen projects; Major awards recognition or nominations. Recent guests include Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, and Lou Howe.

How hard is it to get booked on Script Apart with Al Horner?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Script Apart with Al Horner cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Screenwriting, Screenplay Development, Film Adaptation, and Television Writing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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