Episodes

Send us Fan Mail Most Hollywood heartbreak stories end with the artist. I want to talk about the people who quietly absorb the real damage when a film doesn’t sell: the friends who wire money, the parents who max out credit cards, the “mom and pop” backers who believe in someone they love and never…

Send us Fan Mail A live TV director doesn’t get the luxury of overthinking, because the show keeps moving. That’s why this conversation with three-time Emmy Award-winning director and author Mary Madeiras hit me so hard: she’s spent 30 years making split-second decisions in news, sports, talk shows…

Send us Fan Mail The ideas that haunt you are often the ones you never tried and that’s a 100% failure rate. Pen Densham joins us to unpack a creative life built on persistence more than certainty, from early hardship and foster care to a career in filmmaking that eventually expands into intimate, …

Send us Fan Mail A monkey tears a seasoned primate trainer’s lip off, and the story isn’t told for shock value. It’s a warning about what happens when we mistake wild animals for pets, props, or content. We sit down with Stacy Gunderson, founder of the Animal Tracks sanctuary near Los Angeles, to p…

Send us Fan Mail He turned down a sure thing with Sam Peckinpah and said yes to a script with a strange title: Flashdance. That single choice reshaped Michael Nouri’s acting career, and the way he tells it makes you feel how fragile “overnight success” really is. We talk with Michael about the long…

Send us Fan Mail Your phone may be the next movie studio, and the proof is hiding in plain sight: vertical series built from 90-second episodes that people binge in public, then happily pay to keep watching. We’re joined by Mier Liu, an international producer who’s building real momentum in the ver…

Send us a text We close season seven with hard-won rules for creative living, covering energy exchange, boundaries, time as cycles, niche growth, aligned relationships, the power of slowing down, and how to make your work undeniable. A short pause follows as we recalibrate for a bolder 2026. • defi…

Send us a text What if your next greenlight isn’t a yes from a gatekeeper but the momentum you create yourself? We sit with director Roel Reine for a fast, candid conversation about turning resourcefulness into results—mortgaging a home to finance a first feature, cutting a trailer that unlocks a s…

Send us a text A room of 2,300 people fell completely silent—and not just any room, a ballroom filled with passionate Italians—while Andrea Bocelli sang “Mamma.” That shared hush becomes our doorway into a rich conversation with John F. Calvelli about what truly unites us: heritage, humility, and t…

Send us a text What if a thriller could do more than raise your pulse—what if it could help you see the early signs of harm and chart a path back to yourself? We sit with writer-producer Bella Bahar and actress Shiva Nagar to explore Deadly Vow, a film that starts with romance, swerves into danger,…

Send us a text What happens when faith meets the film industry? Dr. Ted Baehr, founder of MovieGuide magazine reveals the surprising economic power of values-based entertainment in this eye-opening conversation. From growing up as the son of a movie star who appeared in 62 films to before his own s…

Send us a text What happens when destiny meets talent? Christopher Macchio's remarkable journey from a shy teenager hiding his voice to becoming "America's Tenor" exemplifies how embracing your gifts can transform your life in extraordinary ways. At just 13, Macchio discovered he could mimic differ…

Send us a text Peter Samuelson, legendary film producer and philanthropist, shares his journey of combining Hollywood success with meaningful social impact through his foundations and new book "Finding Happy." • Film credits include Revenge of the Nerds, Return of the Pink Panther, Arlington Road, …

Send us a text Two entrepreneurs named Megan found each other through a charity collaboration during COVID, sparking a business partnership that would redefine women's community events across North America. The Modern Day Wife co-founders Meagan Ayers and Megan Fialkoff reveal how their instant con…

Send us a text Birgitta Lauren, founder of Expecting Fitness, shares her holistic approach to fertility and pregnancy that helped her naturally conceive and deliver healthy twins at age 53. She reveals how proper nutrition, exercise, avoiding chemicals, and mental wellness create the foundation for…

Send us a text Linda Duncombe and Joshua Friedman share their creative journey bringing the family adventure film "Queen's Jewels" from concept to completion, revealing how their friendship evolved into a filmmaking partnersh...

Send us a text JD Barker knows how to write a best seller and understand the process of selling and publishing one's own work. In this episode, packed with tips and advice, he shares his inspiring journey from ghostwriter to...

Send us a text Jeremy Spiegel is the Executive Producer and a Show Runner of "EXTRA". In this episode he provides an inside look at the complexities of being an executive producer in Television in Hollywood, sharing his jour...

Send us a text This episode reflects on the highs and lows experienced in an impactful year within the entertainment industry. Covering personal milestones, the power of storytelling, and important lessons learned, Alexia sha...

Send us a text Get ready for a lively chat with the multi-talented Josie Davis, as she takes us on an unforgettable journey through her career, from her start as a child actor to her impressive roles in film and television. J...

Send us a text From Brooklyn Roots to UK Beats, I am so excited to chat with trailblazing music producer The Angel , whose remarkable career in the Music industry has seen her crafting scores for iconic films like "Boiler R...

Ever wondered how to transform your career through strategic communication and brand exposure through event production? Today's episode features Derek De Vette, the visionary CEO of Skybright Agency, who shares his incredible...

New Season Premiere! With a portfolio that shifts from high-octane action films to heartwarming, inspirational family stories. I sit down with my longtime friend and industry powerhouse, Chevonne O' Shaughnessy from ACI Inspi...

Ever wondered how Joe Mantegna went from a high school audition for "West Side Story" to becoming a household name in the "Criminal Minds" franchise? In this episode, we explore Joe's career journey, his dedication to honorin...