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1 | THE CONCEPT
PHARMACIST, a podcast starring Dan
Schneider from the smash hit NETFLIX
doc-series, THE PHARMACIST, you'll hear
the untold story that wasn't on NETFLIX -
directly from Dan himself.
You'll witness unheard details critical
to the success of Dan's quest to find
his son Danny's killer and bring him to justice.
You'll hear private recordings with all the
people tasked with finding Danny's murderer:
the cops, the DA, the coroner, and the
witness. Dan's quest was unrelenting, and
nearly cost him his life, his marriage, and his
sanity. Dan will discuss - with the people on
those tapes - why the investigation went
so wrong, and how he ultimately found the
murderer, with little to no help from
everyone who was supposed to help him.
The podcast will offer a glimpse into the
controversial decisions Dan made, via
hundreds of audio recordings that helped,
and hindered, Dan on his epic journey.
streamed to millions worldwide, turning
Dan Schneider into a recognizable name,
illuminating his heroic quest and shining
a spotlight on the NOPD, and finally, the
country's opioid epidemic. Dan's story
has been featured in NEWSWEEK, TIME,
THE WASHINGTON POST, ESQUIRE, and
other national and international publications.
He's appeared on CBS NEWS, THE TAMRON
HALL SHOW, and is a featured TEDX speaker.
But now, in BEHIND THE COUNTER, he's
ready to share his story with you - his
way. Join him, and you'll get to hear how
an ordinary man went to extraordinary
measures for justice and his launch of a
new battle against Big Pharma to combat
the opioid epidemic through his organization,
TUNNEL OF HOPE.
2 | DAN'S STORY
It's April of 1999, 2:00 AM. A knock at the
door wakes Dan Schneider and his family.
Two police officers deliver terrible news.
Dan's son is dead. Shot and killed in an
attempt to buy crack cocaine. The stigma
makes Dan's son a criminal in the eyes of
the police, and Dan realizes that they will
never find his son's killer - so he takes on
the case himself.
He walks the streets of the Lower 9th
Ward in New Orleans, and meets total
resistance from a frightened population, in
an area where criminals and drug dealers
reign. But Dan is persistent. He makes a
deal with God. If his son's killer is brought
to justice, his mission to combat addiction
and those who enable it will become his
life's work. Dan finally uncovers a witness -
the only person who can fill in the missing
pieces - and Dan finds the killer.
Returning to work as a pharmacist, Dan
stops filling prescriptions for opioids -
most linked to one local doctor. Dan knows -
it's his turn to fulfill his promise.
For a second time, Dan begins his
own investigation. Armed with a video
camera and total conviction, Dan records
everything and his persistence prevails. The
corrupt doctor is arrested, convicted, and
has her medical license revoked.
But Dan's quest continues...
3 | THE ELEMENTS OF THE
PODCAST / VIDEOCAST
unexposed materials not seen (or heard) in the docuseries. The podcast will also have a
companion videocast, produced with the same materials discussed in the podcast allowing
viewers to see the evidence for themselves.
In the videocast we will see Dan recount the journey, disclosing hidden evidence from
investigation files that no one else has seen, we will hear audio recordings Dan gathered
in the field on his quest, and we will see video that Dan recorded on his mission to take
down the pill mill.
We will utilize a multi-camera setup for in-house interviews as well as conducting Zoom
interviews, combining main screen back-and-forth, split-screens, picture-in-picture
and other visual methodology to further entice and engage an audience that will be
enthralled to see a much more polished and visual tandem piece, rather than the normal
"studio only" videocast most podcasts present.
4 | THE UNHEARD DETAILS
SEASON 1 EPISODE LIST
Behind The Counter: The Pharmacist will consist of six episodes in season one. The
information and drama it creates will unfold linearly, putting the listener in the middle of
the investigation - exactly as Dan experienced it. As the tension builds, and the danger
escalates, listeners will be immersed in the story they didn't hear in the Netflix docseries.
A story of far greater consequence than they've heard before.
The Lover: Brynn discloses to Dan the details around the first time Danny used crack
The Killer: Dan is lied to by Jeffrey Hall about witnessing the murder, when he was
really the killer
Guests: Brynn Billingsly and Jeffrey Hall
Mistaken Identity: A desperate search leads Dan to finger a different Danny
Getting nowhere: Dan pleads with the police for help, offering what he knows -
and they don't listen
Guests: Danny Lukers Sr. and Sgt. Addie Fanguy, NOPD
The DA: The lead detective tells Dan the DA is likely to not take the case
The Coroner: The Coroner tells Dan nothing will move quickly, especially this investigation
Guests: NO ADA Tim McElroy and Dr. Paul McGary
We don't care: The lead detective tells Dan to blame him for a lack of progress,
but Dan's blame won't change things
Pressure won't work: The ADA reprimands Dan - he will not be told what to do
Guest: Detective David Ali, NOPD
Shane comes forward: Shane Madding tells Dan she knows who killed his son
Shane retreats: Shane later says she won't succumb to Dan's various attempts
to convince her to testify
Guest: Shane Madding
The Preacher: Shane requests her preacher to be at her confession, and he refuses
It's Over: Dan finally convinces Shane, and Jeffrey pleas out
Guests: Reverend Dyson and Annie Schneider
5 | THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
SEASON 2
Through his organization, TUNNEL OF HOPE, Dan is forming a coalition to take on the
opioid epidemic, the companies responsible for it, the politicians who refuse to stop it,
and the families affected by it. As you've seen in THE PHARMACIST, he won't stop until
those suffering from addiction can get the help that they so desperately need.
every 7 minutes and thirty-six seconds.
high of almost 72,000, with opioids involved in more than two-thirds
of the total deaths.
estimated 13% for the first half of the year compared to 2019.
riveting untold truth, and join the mission in Dan's podcast BEHIND THE COUNTER:
THE PHARMACIST.
6 | WHO WE ARE
At Neutral Ground Films, we tell great stories. From feature films
and episodic television to streaming series and branded content. If
there is a story to be told, we want to tell it.
Contact Us:
Jason A. Waggenspack
jason@neutralgroundtv.com
C: 225-266-9560
O: 504-607-7014
