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Featured Entertainer: Gabrielle Neimand

Posted by The Exchange on Feb 27, 2012 | 0 comments

Gabrielle Neimand is a development executive and producer for Strike Entertainment, the production company that created Dawn of the Dead, Children of Men, The Last Exorcism, and In Time among many others. We sat down with her recently and asked her all about how she worked her way into her very cool job and what it is, exactly, that a development executive does within the filmmaking process. And how do folks in her position make use of science and scientists?

Scientist Spotlight: John Spencer

Posted by The Exchange on Feb 21, 2012 | 0 comments

Many people dream of exploring space, and John Spencer, space architect and Exchange consultant, is working to make that dream a reality.

Tell us about your background. You are an architect, so what sparked your interest in science? How did you end up becoming a space architect/designer?

Featured Entertainer: Chris Morgan

Posted by The Exchange on Feb 15, 2012 | 0 comments

Since 2004, Chris Morgan has been one of the top action film writers in Hollywood. His credits include Cellular, Wanted, and The Fast and the Furious three thru five (number six is in the works!). He is, above all else, a storyteller who revels in the art of character and plot. He recently sat down to tell us all about how he made it in Hollywood, why he loves talking about stories all day long, and what he thinks is the most perfect film ever made.

Scientist Spotlight: Kevin Hand

Posted by The Exchange on Feb 07, 2012 | 0 comments

From exploring the ocean depths with James Cameron, consulting on Thor, and fond memories of Cosmos, Kevin Hand, Caltech’s Jet Propulsion Lab’s deputy chief scientist for solar system exploration, takes us on a science adventure.

Tell us about your background. What inspired you to become an astrobiologist?

Featured Entertainer: Jaime Paglia

Posted by The Exchange on Jan 30, 2012 | 0 comments

Eureka was the first show to be considered appointment viewing on the SyFy network for many cable subscribers. Like Mad Men for AMC, Eureka caused the industry to take notice of an entire channel for the first time, thanks to its clever writing, great characters, and unique blend of science fiction and soap. We had a chance to ask a few choice questions of one of the show’s creators, Jaime Paglia, and learned all about his roots, interests, tastes, and what is next now that Eureka ended its brilliant run.

Scientist Spotlight: Michel Maharbiz

Posted by The Exchange on Jan 24, 2012 | 0 comments

When most people think of cyborgs they think of edgy science-fiction/fantasy creatures, the stuff of futuristic action movies. Berkeley’s Michel Maharbiz has a different thought: “I can make one of those!” At his lab, Professor Mahabiz successfully hacked a Nintendo Wii remote and used it to fly a cyborg beetle, but we will let him tell you all about it…

Tell us about your background. What inspired you to become a scientist?

Featured Entertainer: Alex Tse

Posted by The Exchange on Jan 17, 2012 | 0 comments

It’s hard to believe screenwriter Alex Tse once thought he didn’t “get” film theory. One half of the screenwriting duo behind 2009’s Watchmen, it’s easy to see that Tse “gets” it. We recently caught up with Tse to ask him a few questions about on his screenwriting background, his next project (his directorial debut ’87 Fleer), and how speaking with a scientist can help the writing process.

Tell us about your background. Why did you become a screenwriter?

Under the Microscope: Terra Nova

Posted by The Exchange on Mar 16, 2012 | 0 comments

Sometimes science isn’t the solution. That’s the reality of science consulting and something Kevin Grazier, Planetary Scientist at Jet Propulsion Laboratory and one of The Exchange’s consultants, knows well. “Until a story starts shooting, and often times even after, the script is a living document,” he explained. “Over time, different story elements can either increase or wane in their importance.”

Scientist Spotlight: David Kirby

Posted by The Exchange on Jan 09, 2012 | 1 comment

David Kirby wrote the book on science consulting for TV and film – literally. The molecular biologist turned Senior Lecturer in Science Communication Studies at the University of Manchester became interested in science in film and TV during his time as a professor at American University. His book, Lab Coats in Hollywood, explores the intersection of science and entertainment, with some really great examples that he discusses in the interview below.

Featured Entertainer: John Williams

Posted by The Exchange on Jan 04, 2012 | 0 comments

Producer John Williams’ involvement with The Exchange started with fruit flies. Or rather, an Exchange event on brain abnormalities and the “cheap date” gene in fruit flies. Williams is an avid supporter of science in all forms of media, from television and film to websites and apps. With that in mind, we asked him a few questions on his background in filmmaking, the Hollywood community’s interest in science and what he thinks of The Exchange.

Tell us about your background. Why did you become a filmmaker?

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