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By Cathy Hamilton

Wednesday, November 7, 2007

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Carol Starr Schneider

Carol Starr Schneider started her screenwriting career in 1989 by writing an episode of the TV sitcom "Who's the Boss?" with Judith Light and Tony Danza. Several made-for-TV movies and a few After-School Specials later, she entertains our readers with her Showbiz Kid blog on the adventures - and misadventures - of a BoomerGirl's life in LaLa Land.

I called Carol after Day 2 on the picket lines to chat about what it's like to be a strike captain, how she inspires her fellow picketers to chant while they talk on their cell phones, how long she thinks the strike will last and why the strike is happening in the first place.

Carol will check in on Friday afternoon, following a huge rally at Fox studios, with her next report. Look for it on BoomerGirl.com on Saturday.

Click on our exclusive podcast below to get a fascinating insider's view on an event that's shaking up the entertainment industry worldwide.

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Cathy Hamilton talks with WGA strike capitan and BoomerGirl blogger Carol Starr Schneider.

Comments

ljohnson (ljohnson) says...

This is a great interview Cathy! I've been following the strike on the news, but online mostly. It seems that writers are actually seeking quite little. I hope their demands are met soon. I miss my late night tv!

November 7, 2007 at 7:47 a.m. ( | suggest removal )

lostinthe70s (anonymous) says...

I agree. When you think about it, there would be no HOllywood without writers. Writers not only provide the dialogue for a movie, they often provide the IDEA or the original concept. And who do you think puts those funny words in the mouths of our favorite late night TV show hosts? I read this morning that the studios are starting to suspend contracts, which is not a good development. They're looking at this an opportunity to clean house. Looks like we're in for a lot more banal reality shows. I hope Carol owns a pair of comfy walking shoes.

November 7, 2007 at 7:57 a.m. ( | suggest removal )

Margo (anonymous) says...

I am a David Letterman fan and there are a few other shows that I watch regularly. But I must say, I am looking forward to having an excuse to READ for a change! There are many books on my list and I see it as a nice way to spend my winter nights. I feel sorry for all the people who will suffer financially and I tend to side with the writers. I think the studio heads are being greedy, but if it weans me off TV for a while, that's a good thing in my book.

November 7, 2007 at 3:48 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

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