About this episode
This episode features an interview where Crystal Skillman talks to Brian James Polak about his podcast and its impact on his view of playwriting success.
This 10-year anniversary special turns the tables, as playwright Crystal Skillman interviews host Brian James Polak about how his podcast helped him redefine playwriting success.
People in this episode
Host: Brian James Polak
Guest: Crystal Skillman
Topics covered
- playwriting
- podcasting
- success
- interview
- theatre
Keywords
- playwriting success
- podcast
- interview
- theatre
- Crystal Skillman
- Brian James Polak
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Subtext, American Theatre
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