Oh My God! They Killed Kenney! The Too Short and Fascinating Life of Screenwriter Doug Kenney
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Happy New Year!  In today's episode, we will rewind the story of Doug Kenney, the screenwriter and co-founder of National Lampoon, who was behind popular movies like Animal House and Caddyshack. Despite being remembered as a 'genius' by his friends and colleagues, Kenney tragically passed away at the age of 33 after falling off a cliff in Hawaii. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a review.   💙 If you have an idea for the podcast, please write us at  [email protected]  We would love your comments on Instagram @thewritershangoutpodcast The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards sponsors the WRITERS' HANGOUT. Executive Producer Kristin Overn Producer Sandy Adomaitis Producer Terry Sampson Music by Ethan Stoller PAGE International Screenwriting Awards  Hollywood’s favorite screenwriting contest -- one of the industry's top sources for new talent.
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