Stranglers

Episode 230: Writer and Producer Portland Helmich

Portland Helmich, host of the podcast “Stranglers,” producer, writer, and actor, talks to Daniel Ford about her upcoming appearance at PRX Podcast Garage in Allston, Mass. on Nov. 1 with “Stranglers” executive producer Susan Gray.

Helmich also discusses pitching a podcast on sex and spirituality, producing a documentary on John F. Kennedy’s final major speech at Amherst, and writing a short film about George Washington and the Newburgh Conspiracy for the U.S. Army Museum.

“Write what’s true.”
— Portland Helmich

To learn more about Portland Helmich, visit her official website or follow her on Twitter @Portlandh. Also listen to our first podcast with Helmich!

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Episode 183: ‘Stranglers’ Host Portland Helmich

Portland Helmich, television host, producer, writer, and actor, talks to Daniel Ford about her nonlinear career path, the art of interviewing, matching wits with F. Lee Bailey, delivering a winning performance on The Moth, and her work on the “Stranglers” podcast.

“Do not expect your career to be linear. Be good at going with the flow.”
— Portland Helmich

To learn more about Portland Helmich, visit her official website or follow her on Twitter @Portlandh.

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

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