Episodes

Two words - THANK YOU - if truly heartfelt, can open more doors to happiness and success than ever imagined. There is a saying that goes your NETWORK is your NET WORTH. In this podcast episode, my guests, Erica Gerard Di Bona and Vin Di Bona are taking us on a journey of values, passion, and old-school manners. Erica Gerard di Bona is an accomplished production executive and the author of “ The Power of Thank You: How Writing a Letter can Open Doors, Make Friends and Close Deals”. Together w...

What does an Entertainment Lawyer really do and do creatives really need one? In this episode, we meet one of Hollywood’s top Entertainment Attorneys who truly cares for artists, because he is one. His weekly clubhouse session on entertainment law exposed drives hundreds of people every week to get precious legal advice that you will be paying hundreds if not 1000s of dollars for and he offers that as a gift to the artistic community. David Wienir is a business affairs executive at United tale...

Susan Hum is a thought leader and self-mastery expert specializing in the areas of love and relationship with a specific focus on emotional intelligence. Her own personal journey led Susan to achieve success in all pillars of life, family, career, business, and financial freedom. She is also the host of the podcast Heart of Truth. Susan’s success in helping high achievers open their hearts to love, including yours truly, by the way, and live with more passion, has led her to work with some very ...

Director and writer Jim Fall is my guest today, and you don’t want to miss this conversation. He made his big splash in Hollywood in 1999 with the indie feature TRICK, showcased at Sundance. And then he went on to direct in 2003The Lizzie McGuire movie for Disney. At the time, it came in second after X Men in the box office. He then directed the likes of Zachary Quinto in VH1, and John Stamos in the Wedding Wars at A&E. Jim found his niche in directing niche - from same-sex romcoms to Christmas ...

Artists are storytellers- and When fueled by a sense of purpose, they express that beyond the craft they are most known for. Cerina Vincent -My guest in this episode -is not only a talented and experienced actor - but she is also a mother, an author, and beautiful inside and out. Lean in and listen as she tells us about the tragic event that triggered her latest book, EVERYBODY HAS A BELLY BUTTON, written and created for her son to celebrate diversity and teach our young ones about the beautif...

Can Italian Excellence dominate Hollywood? The Italian Television Festival (ITTV) in its second LIVE year, after the Pandemic Hiatus, is about to kick off in style in Los Angeles and it’s bringing all the Italian movers and shakers in film, music, brands, and food. My guest today is beautiful, smart, and purpose-driven Valentina Martelli. She has a lot to say about the uniqueness of this yearly event, that not only is 100 percent free, but it aims to break boundaries between US television and ...

Can Art be run like a Business? Yes, it can. All artists are deep down entrepreneurs, taking risks and investing in themselves for their “creative startup.” In this very special episode, the Founder of the leading networking and educational platform for creatives around the world, STAGE 32, tells us the story of his own ME, INC, and how the inception of Stage 32 came about. Richard “RB” Botto created his business opportunities for his art, but ultimately for the higher calling of uniting crea...

This heart of showbusiness episode has been brought to you by its sponsor, the Eden magazine. The Eden magazine focuses on awareness and educational articles to promote and emphasize humane living and environmental consciousness for all living beings. The Eden magazine is a nonprofit 501 c three, available online and in print, to take you to the world of living in a healthier, harmonious, and cruelty-free world. Ashley Avis is the director of the much-loved new rendition of the classic BLACK BE...

How do you define yourself in 28 words or less? In today’s very competitive business world, and in Hollywood, you get one shot- to stand out, to make a difference, to get ahead. And if you have a clear knowledge of your personal brand, you have 10x your chances of getting to the finish line. There are always people who say it’s vital to define Who do you help? And how do you help them? But also it can be translated as what do you do and why? And if there's somebody who really has mastered th...

What if we looked at life’s challenges with the lens of curiosity instead of resistance? DeDee Pfeiffer has been doing just that in this new phase of her existence. You all know her from her last name, being the sister of Michelle Pfeiffer, but also for having carved her own path of a very prolific acting career with her most recent starring role in David E. Kelley’s hit show Big Sky. She is back after a 10-year hiatus from Hollywood, where she focused on her well-being, overcoming addiction, ...

Is it possible to sell many scripts and actually see the words on a page turned into movies and shows? Yes, it is. My guest, Kraig Wenman, is the poster child of a busy and prolific writer. He has sold 63 scripts and has 27 produced film credits. And he is also one of those lovely Canadians, eh. His psychological thriller Secret obsession scored 40 million views in 28 days putting in the top 10 most-watched Netflix originals ever. You do not want to miss this conversation. We discuss his ear...

As kids, we all dream of what we can become when we grow up. But not always follow through on that dream. Eva La Rue did. An Emmy winning actress for an outstanding guest performance on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS and known for her sassy role of Detective Natalia Boa Vista in CSI MIAMI and many years on ALL MY CHILDREN, plus multiple leading parts in films, this Latina is the complete package: mother, actress, entrepreneur and a good human who wants to make a difference in the world. In an intim...

Billy Gallo is an accomplished actor, producer, and the owner of one of the most sought-after Acting Studios in LA. Having discovered the love of performing at a young age, destiny knocked on his door when acting was no longer an option but a real calling. Having lived in the mean streets of NYC, he packed his bags one day to pursue his Hollywood dream. And he did so much more with that dream. He took chances. And they paid off. But it did not come easy for Billy. You do not want to miss this i...

There is so many badass female entrepreneurs out there in la la land that deserve to be acknowledged and brought on to listen to their journey and their stories. My guest in this episode is Amanda Tony from Stage 32, which I call the largest social media platform for creatives in the world. I was actually one of the first people who signed up. And I shared the stage with them at the Cannes Film Festival two years ago. The two things that I believe in the most that make you successful in your ca...

Can you win Sundance, become a magician and use mind-reading to master a business meeting? Apparently YES. Producer, Director and ex Studio Executive Susan Dynner certainly mastered the above. From band photographer to working with Studio directors such as Richard Donner and Wolfgang Peterson, Nick Cassavettes, scouting content on their behalf, Susan is one of the nice ones. Standing in her truth, she championed the project BRICK which went on to win Sundance. She also directed a documentary...

You know him as a sexy French man who seduces Samantha in the blockbuster movie Sex and the City and from being an incredible dancer one step away from winning the mirror ball trophy on the show Dancing with the Stars. But the meteoric rise of international movie star Gilles Marini allowed his Fans to continue seeing him in a multitude of films on the big and small screen. Our chat today is about the Cannes Film Festival taking place near his hometown, the rise of international content and talen...

HOW DO YOU MARKET YOURSELF AND YOUR TALENTS DURING A PANDEMIC? You become an in-demand moderator in the latest networking app, CLUBHOUSE. My Guest, Canadian actor and producer Bobby Del Rio took a chance with it and it paid off. Big Time With a 25 year career in Toronto, Canada as one of the most established actors, writers, directors, producers in the country, Bobby saw an opportunity to take on networking to the next level and he did not even need a one-way ticket to Hollywood. Today, he r...

What’s God, family values, and work ethic got to do with it? A lot – according to my guest, Tony nominee, Emmy Winner, actor, director, producer Blair Underwood. This episode is not just about Show Business, it’s about Life. Let’s dive in with this incredibly inspiring, heart-centered conversation with an artist that lives and breathes connection to himself, his purpose, and society as a whole. Blair will candidly discuss his journey as an actor, his passion for the Theatre, the importance o...

Does an artist need to hone the skills of self-promotion and branding? Absolutely! Today my guest, Nicole Hansen, from Ebrandgelize Digital will tell you all about it. Nicole Hansen is a film and television actress turned CEO of a successful brand awareness and consulting company and a true advocate for women in Business and in the Arts. Dive in with me as we discuss how she produced and marketed a PSA that her 10-year-old son made about global warming. Hear the fun backstory of her starring i...

How does one make an Award-winning film? How important is the role of the film director in choosing stories that lift our hearts and makes us feel connected? My discussion with internationally recognized award-winning director Sergio Navaretta is all about meaningful storytelling. Sergio is fiercely passionate about bringing meaningful content that focuses on the exploration of the human condition, which is why he is at the heart of the showbusiness podcast. He is currently promoting his lates...

Enter the world of global productions with my special Guest Kayvan Mashayekh. Kayvan is a man of many talents, filmmaker, writer, producer but he is known for his incredible work bringing global producers together as the Chairman of the International Committee of the Producers Guild of America. He is also a super-connector and has created insightful content with his vlog CANNES- TASTIC during the Cannes Film Festival as well informative panels on Producing Without Borders. Join me in this ins...

Let’s do a deep dive on the collaborative journey of making an animated hit movie. Today’s guest comes all the way from Down Under! Warren Coleman is the co-writer and co-director of the unforgettable Happy Feet. In this fun conversation, we reveal some true “insider” gems about the casting of Robbie Williams as the Penguin Ramon, and what inspired Prince to write the hit song THE VOICE OF THE HEART. Warren shares his journey as an actor, director, writer, doing theatre, collaborating with Geor...

My special Guest today is Frank Clark. I am sure many of you think that show business is just about being an artist and being creative, which it is, of course, that's a lot of it. And a lot of it is also trusting your heart. But even in creative work, there is a business element to it. So in order for you to succeed beyond relying on your own talents, you also have to have the mindset and a little bit of a business perspective on whatever it is you're trying to do. Frank Clark is a businessman ...

In this episode, I have a chat with the mistress of the modern Moulin Rouge, Ariana Savalas, who has just debuted her latest album THE DEAD DANCE. Ariana Savalas, went from a Catholic schoolgirl to going all the way to London to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. She gained international fame as one of the founding members of the vintage phenomenon, Postmodern Jukebox. Her performances with them on YouTube reached number one on the iTunes stores and this ensemble of talented musicians and sing...