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Martini Shot
When you’re filming a movie or a television show, when it’s the last shot of the day, the first assistant director will call out, “This is the Martini Shot!” I call these stories “Martini Shots” because they’re exactly the kinds of stories we tell — and lessons we learn — after we’ve wrapped for the day. - Rob Long theankler.com
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4.9 stars from 435 ratings
Great insights with Twist
I love the insights for writing & production. Rob’s stories make feel like I’m not alone. It’s my little Therapy Session.
CAC2020 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/31/24
The Best Available
Rob Long (who thinks he’s a curmudgeon) seems to always both give me a chuckle and lift my spirits. I look forward to the drop of Martini Shot every week, just to listen to a master story teller at work. Many thanks for your wonderful work.
xyzzy able via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/22/23
Never miss an episode!!!
Clever, interesting and thought provoking! Love your take on things through the eyes of the entertainment industry. Listen to you on the GLOP podcast as well!
SteveMc88 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/10/23
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