The Friendly Ghost w/ Felicity Barber

The Politics of Speechwriting

Thoughtful Communications, N2 Communications, Roulette Productions

What does it take to be a top speechwriter? In the first episode of “The Friendly Ghost,” we meet Chandler Dean and Sarah Gruen of “West Wing Writers.” They discuss the not-so-typical path most writers take to speechwriting, what it’s like to write for someone whose politics may differ from your own, and reflect on how the industry has been shaped by technological and societal change over the years.

Be sure to check out Chandler and Sarah’s comedy show “Speakeasy” -- the next show is November 1st in NYC. 


The Friendly Ghost is hosted by Felicity Barber of Thoughtful Communications. It is co-produced by N2 Communications and Jody Avirgan's Roulette Productions.


Want internal or external communications help from N2? Get in touch with Joe Flood here.


Thinking about an audio project? Visit Jody Avirgan’s portfolio and get in touch with Roulette Productions here.


Our producer is Noor Gill. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.


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