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#Wolfpack #4 Top 70 California Business Podcasts, #68 on the Top 100 Hollywood Podcastss List. Bestselling author Joel Brokaw has been the grateful beneficiary of a life experience that has helped give him a valuable perspective. Whether growing tomatoes in the social-laboratory of Sweden during the 1970s or working in Hollywood with some of the most famous people on the planet, Joel has had a front row seat to noteworthy cultural and societal developments over the decades. Working in the entertainment industry as a publicist for more than 30 years, Joel learned from some of the best in how artists use their craft and their medium to connect with audiences. Foremost he realized how this connection must be immediate, accessible, uncomplicated yet novel. It had to go beyond the intellect and penetrate on the body and soul. He also observed that the artists with the greatest longevity achieved that through honesty and integrity with their audiences. And many of them taught him the greatest gift—how art created with the right intention can help elevate the human spirit for the highest good. Joel was born as the fourth generation in a show business family. His paternal grandmother's family was a Russian acrobatic dance troupe that performed for European royalty and on the American vaudeville stage. His grand uncle Johnny Hyde discovered Marilyn Monroe. And his super-agent father worked from the mailroom to become chairman of the William Morris Agency. His maternal aunt was Sara Berner, a character/comedic actress whose most notable roles were in Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window and as a member of Jack Benny's ensemble. https://joelbrokaw.com/ Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com SUMMARY In this episode, Kaia interviews Joel Brokaw, author of *Driving Marilyn* and a prominent figure in media and entertainment. We explore his father, Norman Brokaw's, incredible journey from the mailroom of the William Morris Agency to becoming a leading agent for Hollywood icons. Joel shares insights on the profound impact of mentorship in the industry, emphasizing the importance of empathy and genuine relationships. We discuss Norman's revolutionary contributions to television and his ability to transform risks into opportunities for stars. Joel reflects on the evolving roles within media and encourages aspiring creatives to embrace storytelling, highlighting the lasting power of connections in achieving success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#Wolfpack #4 Top 70 California Business Podcasts, #68 on the Top 100 Hollywood Podcastss List. Adam "Tex" Davis is a versatile screenwriter, producer, podcaster and Emmy-nominated creator best known for writing Just Friends (2005 - starring Ryan Reynolds & Anna Faris). He co-created and is head writer of WHO SMARTED?, a top kids' educational podcast, and created MYSTERIES ABOUT TRUE HISTORIES (M.A.T.H.). He also co-hosts SLAYCATION, a true crime show about vacation murders, and THE OSCARS: WHAT WERE THEY THINKING? with Bruce Vilanch. His past credits include BRAIN GAMES (Emmy-nominated) and BRAINCHILD (co-produced with Pharrell Williams). Currently, he's developing multiple feature scripts in comedy and horror while taking time to help mentor the next generation of creators and storytellers!  www.atomicentertainment.com Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Summary Adam shares his journey of writing "Just Friends," a film that blends humor and relatability, while recounting the arduous road to production, which began back in 1999 before its release in 2005. He vividly details the endless iterations of the script, the changing dynamics in Hollywood, and the serendipitous moments that brought the film to life. Central to our discussion is the relatability of its characters and comedic moments, which resonate with audiences even 20 years later, making it a perennial favorite, especially during the holiday season. We explore the themes of reinvention and adaptability within Adam's career, noting how he pivoted from screenwriting to producing engaging educational content. His exciting venture into the world of podcasts culminated in "Who Smarted," which captures the essence of making learning fun for kids. Adam emphasizes the importance of creativity in education, sharing how he approaches storytelling with scientific concepts to captivate young audiences. Our conversation also touches on his collaboration with Pharrell Williams on "Brainchild," an educational series that aimed to inspire curiosity in children through clever storytelling. Adam discusses the ups and downs of working within the streaming landscape, reflecting on the challenges of making meaningful content accessible in a commercialized media environment. He further articulates how successful projects often come back to the value of owning one's audience, a lesson he learned while cultivating a loyal listener base for "Who Smarted." Adam reveals insights about his latest screenplay "Midwolf Crisis," which humorously tackles midlife dilemmas through a supernatural lens. We also discuss his podcast "Oscars: What Were They Thinking?" where Adam pairs with Bruce Valanche to critique past award-winning films. Throughout our conversation, he expresses a deep-seated passion for storytelling and a steadfast belief in the importance of using creativity as a tool for connection and community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#Wolfpack #4 Top 70 California Business Podcasts Spyder Dobrofsky is the writer/director of upcoming horror film, "Down Below", which features a cast that includes Oscar-Nom Eric Roberts, Bai Ling, Alexis Knapp and horror legend, Doug Jones. The movie has secured U.S. distribution with Gravitas Ventures for a 2024/2025 release. He's responsible for Tubi's breakout horror-western film, "Teardrop" directed by cult filmmaker Steven R. Monroe (I Spit On Your Grave). He's also an executive producer & screenwriter on NBC Peacock's Original Movie, "The Housewives of the North Pole" (starring Breaking Bad's Betsy Brandt, & Kyle Richards from the Real Housewives Franchise). Spyder sold his first movie at age 23, making him one of the youngest writers to ever have a produced motion picture. He was a guest on Jay Leno's Tonight Show as a teenager alongside Jack Black for launching the worldwide website and phenomenon, Car-Parazzi. https://substack.com/@spyderdobrofsky @spyderdobro Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com SUMMARY Spider Dobrofsky and Kaia dive deep into the intricacies of filmmaking and his latest project, the horror film "Down Below." Our discussion highlights not only his impressive body of work but also the challenges and triumphs he faced while navigating the industry. Spider shares how he kicked off his career by selling his first film at just 23 and how he has managed to maintain his momentum through continually adapting to the shifting landscape of Hollywood. We explore the creative journey behind "Down Below," which features an impressive cast including Eric Roberts and Doug Jones. Spider recounts the unique production timeline, taking over two years to complete due to the pandemic's impact on shooting schedules and actor availability. He candidly discusses the learning experiences that shaped this project, highlighting the importance of resilience and the drive to see a vision come to life despite numerous hurdles. The conversation touches on the value of storytelling over production quality. Spider emphasizes that despite working with tight budgets, prioritizing a strong narrative can profoundly impact audience engagement. This philosophy led him to focus on producing feature films rather than getting bogged down by the often fruitless pursuit of financing high-quality short films. His experiences reinforce the notion that creating compelling stories is the true essence of filmmaking and essential for burgeoning creators seeking to break into the industry. Spider reflects on the importance of maintaining momentum in creative endeavors. He explains how staying in constant motion—be it through writing multiple scripts or navigating opportunities—can prevent the stagnation that often leads to discouragement. He provides practical advice for aspiring filmmakers, encouraging them to follow their passion projects while being open to industry trends, especially the growing market for horror films. As a passionate advocate for connection in the filmmaking community, Spider highlights the significance of mentorship and the role of his family in his journey. We discuss how crucial relationships and collaborations are to fostering growth and creativity within the industry. Spyder discusses his film's distribution strategy, with "Down Below" now available on streaming platforms like Tubi and Roku. Spider expresses hope for future international distribution, reflecting his continued commitment to sharing his work with audiences worldwide. This episode is not only a testament to Spider's impressive accomplishments but also serves as an inspiring reminder of the determination and adaptability essential for success in the ever-evolving entertainment landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Barnsley is an Emmy and Golden Globe-winning Executive Producer based in Toronto and Los Angeles. A six-time Canadian Screen Award winner, he has produced acclaimed series such as Schitt's Creek, Son of a Critch, JANN, and Kids in the Hall. With a career spanning comedy, documentary, and drama, Andrew has played a key role in shaping Canadian television. He is also the President of Toronto Film School and an active member of industry organizations, including the Producers Guild of America. He holds degrees from Ryerson University, York University, and St. Thomas University. https://www.torontofilmschool.ca/ https://project10.ca/ @rabarnsley Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com 0:09 Welcome to Hollywood Wolfpack 10:10 Building Momentum in Your Career 21:37 The Importance of Vulnerability 25:19 Genuine Connections in the Industry 36:15 Evolution of Comedy in Television 40:31 The Heart of Comedy Pitches Summary In this episode of Hollywood Wolfpack, Kaia converses with Andrew Barnsley, an Emmy and Golden Globe-winning executive producer renowned for his influential work in television, particularly with shows like Schitt's Creek, Son of a Critch, and Kids in the Hall. Andrew brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the conversation, offering valuable insights into the landscape of comedy and storytelling within the entertainment industry. His journey began in a small town in Alberta, Canada, and evolved into a significant career that spans multiple genres including drama, documentary, and comedy. Kaia goes deep into Andrew's early inspirations and how his entrepreneurial spirit and love for comedy shaped his path in the entertainment business. He candidly shares how he found himself drawn to television production without a clear roadmap, navigating through various challenges with a mindset focused on creating opportunities. Andrew reflects on key moments in his career that led to breakthrough successes, emphasizing the importance of resilience in an industry filled with rejection and competition. His perspective reveals how embracing discomfort and learning from failures can catalyze growth and evolution within one's career. Andrew discusses the intricacies of developing successful comedy that transcends cultural boundaries, shedding light on the evolution of comedic storytelling over the past few decades. He points out that today's successful comedies often rely less on traditional joke formulas and more on character-driven narratives that resonate on a universal level. This shift is exemplified in shows like Schitt's Creek, which reached a global audience and fostered conversations about important social topics through humor. We also explore the significance of mentorship in Andrew's life, as he discusses the relationships he has cultivated throughout his career. He stresses the value of building genuine connections rather than engaging in conventional networking, offering advice to aspiring professionals on how to find their own "wolf packs" in the industry. This focus on community and collaboration highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive peers and mentors who can provide guidance and encouragement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After graduating from Law School in Toronto, Canada, Jeff Deverett launched his film career in the Distribution division of Astral Media, a large public entertainment and media company. Jeff ran the sales and acquisitions of the Home Entertainment division wherein he acquired and sold movies and TV shows both domestically and around the world. He began with Theatrical distribution and Television, which soon led to VHS tapes, morphed into DVD and BluRay disc, and then eventually transitioned to digital delivery and streaming platforms. www.deverettmedia.com www.indiefilmcommunity.com www.instagram.com/indiefilmcommunity www.youtube.com/@IndieFilmCommunity God Is Good Trailer Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com In this episode of Hollywood Wolfpack, Kaia Alexander speaks with renowned filmmaker and educator Jeff Deverett, who brings a wealth of experience in independent film production, distribution, and financing. Given the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, Kaya opens the discussion by emphasizing the importance of community support, particularly highlighting the relief efforts through the Entertainment Community Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to helping entertainment industry workers affected by disasters. Kaya and Jeff delve into the intricacies of filmmaking, discussing the delicate balance of creativity and business acumen necessary for success. Jeff emphasizes the vital importance of understanding the financial side of filmmaking and the need to consider audience demands before committing to a project. He explains that a filmmaker's ability to generate pre-awareness and audience interest can significantly influence investor relationships and distribution opportunities. Jeff offers insights into the world of distribution, detailing strategies to navigate this challenging landscape, particularly for indie filmmakers. He discusses the necessity of having a solid marketing plan and suggests that filmmakers allocate 20% of their production budget for marketing expenses to increase visibility and reach. The discussion also sheds light on the realities of distribution deals, as Jeff shares anecdotes that reveal the often tumultuous relationship between filmmakers and distributors. Jeff touches on the importance of collaboration in filmmaking. Jeff describes his "wolf pack" highlighting how he surrounds himself with talented individuals allows him to excel in areas where he may lack expertise, such as social media marketing or specific technical skills. This collaborative spirit echoes in Kaya's mission to foster relationships among her students at the Entertainment Business School. Jeff's rich storytelling also includes his latest project, "God is Good," inspired by the uplifting true story of an Asian immigrant's journey. In the latter part of the episode, the two engage with Kaia's students, answering questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Golon is a writer, actor, and director. He graduated from Colorado State University with a B.A. in Speech Communications. Nate created and starred in the comedy series "Workshop," the first ever independently produced half-hour comedy to air on Hulu. Other writing and directing credits include the online comedy series "My Synthesized Life" and the critically acclaimed short film "Briefcase." Nate is the author of JOURNEY OF SELF: SIX MONTHS IN THE JAPANESE COUNTRYSIDE, about his experience selling everything and living in small town Japan. Written up by Backstage, TV Guide, and a featured speaker at SAG-AFTRA multiple times. https://www.instagram.com/nategolon/ https://x.com/nategolon Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zimran Jacob is an Indian American drama television writer originally from the San Francisco Bay Area. After graduating Cum Laude from Chapman University with a B.A. in Screenwriting and studying at NYU, USC, and UCLA, he moved out to Los Angeles where he began to work in the finance department at Gaumont Television, which released Narcos, Hannibal, Hemlock Grove, and F is for Family during his tenure at the company. Zimran's job at Gaumont led him to Marvel in the writer's room on the Netflix show, The Punisher where he was able to contribute to the story in his role on the support staff as the Showrunner's Assistant. During his time at Marvel, he pitched two stories which became produced episodes. Zimran sold his feature SWAG to 19f Productions where Kevin Pollak is attached to direct. He was a PGA Diversity Workshop Fellow in 2019 and was a Semi-Finalist in both the 2018 and 2019 Austin Film Festival. Most recently, he brought enthusiasm to his job as Showrunner's Assistant for October Faction on Netflix. He writes dark Shakespearean dramas featuring Machiavellian characters, tribal power struggles, and is addicted to crime stories. Zimran brings a breadth of knowledge and a unique background to all his projects. He created a software company that he sold. He has worked as a financial advisor and an NBA journalist. On top of that, he was a nationally ranked chess player and can do that cool thing where you play a few games at the same time. https://milliondollarscreenplay.com/ www.instagram.com/zimranjacob/ www.youtube.com/@decodinghollywood8175 Adulterous Villagers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christin Marie Baker is an American producer, director, and screenwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. She is the founder and CEO of Tello Films, a streaming network, production, and distribution company of films and web series with a lesbian focus. www.instagram.com/christintello/ www.tellofilms.com Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com In this episode Kaia interviews Kristen Baker, a pioneering lesbian filmmaker, Emmy-nominated producer, and CEO of Tello Films—the longest-running LGBTQ streaming platform dedicated to showcasing diverse queer narratives. Our discussion explores her rich career, which spans over the years as she has dedicated herself to amplifying authentic lesbian stories in film and television. Kristen's work is a testament to her commitment to increasing visibility for LGBTQ narratives, especially in a landscape where such stories are frequently sidelined. As Kristen recounts her journey into the film industry, she shares how a serendipitous opportunity as an extra on a film set ignited her passion for storytelling and led her to pursue a career in filmmaking. We delve into her educational background and early work experiences, which include invaluable insights gained from her time at Regency Productions and the Writers Guild of America. Kristen reflects on her pivot to non-profit work and eventual return to the industry as she founded Tello Films in 2007, recognizing the urgent need for a platform offering queer narratives. The conversation transitions to the importance of representation in holiday rom-coms, a genre historically dominated by cisgender heterosexual narratives. Kristen highlights Tello Films' groundbreaking contributions, including "Season of Love," the first lesbian holiday rom-com focused on main protagonistic characters rather than side roles. She expresses her frustration over the industry's slow progress concerning funding and supporting LGBTQ projects, emphasizing Tello's mission to provide a space for stories that resonate with queer audiences. Kristen further discusses her current projects, showcasing Tello's latest festive releases and their emphasis on authentic representation. We explore her dual role as a creative producer, where she not only manages projects but actively participates in scriptwriting, encouraging a collaborative environment that nurtures the next wave of queer storytellers. Her work on a travel show focusing on lesbian festivals marks a refreshing expansion into unscripted content, revealing the vital need for safe spaces for queer women to connect and celebrate. Throughout our conversation, Kristen thoughtfully addresses challenges faced by LGBTQ filmmakers, particularly in securing financing and building a supportive audience. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, networking, and finding mentors as essential tools for budding creators. Reflecting on her personal experiences, Kristen suggests that cultivating a dedicated following through smaller projects can help aspiring filmmakers gain recognition and funding for larger works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniela Saioni is an award-winning comedy writer and script supervisor originally from Toronto, Canada. She has script supervised major motion pictures and TV series in 10 countries, and has served both A-list and first-time directors alike, with a specialization in comedy. https://saioni.co/ www.instagram.com/hellaciousdee/ outube.com/channel/UC_ad8eRqGWYreiPCfxqslZA Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaia Alexander live at www.micheauxfilmfest.com Kaia is a thought leader who has coached stars like Garry Shandling, Ashley Judd, Jamie Lee Curtis, and the San Francisco 49ers. As the founder of the Entertainment Business School, her students have sold TV shows and had movies funded. Her coaching moves the needle with a joyful thunder that moves your career forward. She offers public figure coaching and career coaching, in private sessions. Get your ticket today: Elevate Hollywood Live in Los Angeles Nov 10 2024 Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kawan Glover is a survivor because at age 20 he lived through a stroke and three brain surgeries. He's the author of the Amazon bestselling memoir “Favor.” He is a Victory coach, public speaker, screenwriter. Despite these hardships, he started his own company, Overcome Adversity, LLC. He wrote his first feature film screenplay in 72 hours and hasn't looked back since. He has a bachelor's from the University of Maryland and has taken TV writing courses with Sterling Anderson, and Michael Jamin. He holds a certification from the Entertainment Business School with Kaia Alexander, and went on to be hired as the Chief of Business Development for the company. As a genre writer, he loves Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and anime, which are an escape from his sometimes-unfair reality of living with a disability. He found his home in sci-fi and fantasy, inspired by shows like, ARCANE, STRANGER THINGS, and THE MANDOLORIAN.Most recently, he's taken inspiration from shows like FALLOUT” and THE RINGS OF POWER”.  Kawan has a glass-half-full disposition and often says, “I'm not really disabled, I'm just able to do things differently.” His life mission is to positively impact over eight billion people through storytelling.  Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neville L. Johnson is the Senior Partner and co-founder of Johnson & Johnson LLP. He has spent nearly 50 years as a talent-side litigator in the entertainment industry, recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for artists and strengthening privacy law for all Californians. www.jjllplaw.com/home www.youtube.com/@TrevorMcshaneLA Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For over 40 years, Jay Silverman has excelled as a leading Director and Photographer specializing in award-winning television, digital, and print campaigns. His current dramatic feature ‘Camera', stars Beau Bridges, Jessica Parker Kennedy, Scotty Tovar, Bruce Davison, and Miguel Gabriel, and is currently available on Amazon and AppleTV. Other notable films are the multi-award-winning dramatic feature “Girl on the Edge”, which premiered on Showtime; the charming romantic comedy “Off the Menu” which premiered on HBO & Amazon; and the true story drama “Saving Paradise” currently on Tubi and Amazon. www.jaysilvermanproductions.com/camera www.instagram.com/silverman_jay/ x.com/silvermanjay Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy, WGA, and PGA award-nominated creator, showrunner, writer, and executive producer Monica Beletsky has become known in the entertainment industry through the dynamic characters and projects she has helped bring to life. Beletsky has worked on over 130 episodes of ensemble dramas, with three series landing on various critics "Best Television" lists. Beletsky is set to debut as the creator, showrunner, and executive producer for the Apple TV+ limited true crime/drama series "Manhunt." "Manhunt," a seven part limited true crime/drama series, portrays the investigation of one of the most widely known crimes but least understood cases; President Abraham Lincoln's assassination. The series follows Lincoln's war secretary and friend Edwin Stanton, played by Emmy Award-winning actor Tobias Menzies ("The Crown"), who was driven by his quest to catch assassin John Wilkes Booth and to carry out Lincoln's legacy. The series also stars Anthony Boyle, Lovie Simone, Will Harrison, Matt Walsh, Brandon Flynn, Hamish Linklater, and Patton Oswalt. Beletsky set out to tell the investigation with a compelling range of characters from a conspiracy and true crime perspective, breathing new life into the Lincoln assassination story. "Manhunt" made its global debut on Apple TV+ in 2024. Aside from "Manhunt," Beletsky is well known in the industry for her roles as writer/producer on the third season of the Emmy Award nominated FX series "Fargo." The series was met with critical praise and went on to receive multiple nominations during its third season including 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations. As the only woman writer/producer nominated in her category at the time, Beletsky received a shared nomination for Outstanding Limited Series for a Limited Series or a Movie. She also went on to receive a Writers' Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Long Form and PGA Award nomination for Outstanding Producer of Long-Form Television for her time on the series. https://x.com/monicabeletsky Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Terry started his career at Buena Vista Pictures Marketing before moving to Paradigm Talent & Literary Agency. He then transitioned into talent management under Jeri Scott and Bernie Brillstein's mentorship. Prior to World Builder Entertainment, Nick worked at Zero Gravity Management with actors, writers, and directors. At World Builder, he represents a wide range of clients, developing content and new opportunities. He's actively involved in his clients' day-to-day business, serving as a liaison with external partners. Nick is a member of the Television Academy, an HRTS member, and a Jr. Hollywood Radio and Television Society mentor.  www.worldbuilderent.com X @NickTerryMgr Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Beavis & Butthead, Wilfred, Out of Practice, Rules of Engagement, Lopez and Tacoma FD. He's also served as Executive Producer/Showrunner on Glenn Martin DDS, Maron, and Rhett & Link's Buddy System. Michael currently lives in Los Angeles where he continues to work in TV and is the author of his bestselling collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra. He tours with it as a one-man show. https://michaeljamin.com/ @michaelJaminWriter michaeljamin.substack.com Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JONATHON E. STEWART is a screenwriter best known for Pixar / Disney's Cars 3, Smallfoot, Angry Birds 2 and 2020 Scooby-Doo reboot SCOOB. With writing partner Eyal Podell, Stewart has written screenplays for Dreamworks, Universal, Warner Bros., Paramount, ABC Studios, STX, Paramount Animation, Sony Animation, Fox Animation, Netflix Animation and served on Pixar's Braintrust from 2013-2014. Stewart's inspired-by-true-LGBTQ-events TV drama pilot Grace sold to ABC Studios in the fall of 2016, and modern update on the Dickens classic Two Cities in fall 2017. In 2012, Podell & Stewart's screenplay Seuss—a biopic about the legendary author—earned the #2 slot on Hollywood's Black List. Stewart is also currently working with New York Times best selling author and lifestyle entrepreneur, Lewis Howes, to develop a feature inspired by world-renowned jazz violinist, composer and educator, Christian Howes. Stewart's venture, NarrativeDrive.org, aims to mentor new, diverse and previously undiscovered voices in screenwriting, ultimately serving to have their work translated to the screen. www.jstew.com https://www.narrativedrive.org/ @JEStew3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After paying her dues as an assistant, Katie White had the opportunity to write a couple episodes of NCIS. Upon completion, rather than staying on the network procedural, Katie gambled on herself and left the show to carve her own path in the industry. In this episode, we talk about writing on NCIS, what it takes to be part of a writer's room, how to navigate representation and much more!  Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Manus parlayed his career as a development executive in Hollywood to becoming an in-demand script consultant and founder of No BullScript Consulting, which has been helping writers since 2009. The author of “No BS for Screenwriters: Advice from the Executive Perspective,” which is now in its 2nd Edition, Danny was ranked in the Top 15 “Cream of the Crop” Script Consultants by Creative Screenwriting Magazine. His clients include finalists and winners of numerous prestigious contests including the ABC/Disney Fellowship, Austin Film Festival, PAGE Awards, Final Draft Big Break, Nashville Film Festival, and Scriptapalooza. He has worked with over 2,500 writers and has consulted on produced projects including Strangerlands starring Nicole Kidman, I, Frankenstein starring Aaron Eckhart, Satanic Panic starring Rebecca Romijn, and In-Lawfully Yours (Netflix) starring Marilu Henner. In 2017, he was a Consulting Producer on the TV pilot Millennial Rules, starring Olivia D'Abo. Danny was previously a Development Consultant for Eclectic Pictures (Lovelace), which had a deal with Millennium Films, and the Director of Development for Sandstorm Films, formerly run by writer/director J.S. Cardone, which had a first-look deal at Sony Screen Gems and a development deal with Top Cow Comics. He was instrumental in developing a number of films for the company including the #1 Box Office hit The Covenant, as well as 8MM2 and Sniper 3. Danny interned at Columbia Tri-Star in the Television Development department and at 20th Century Fox Casting. https://www.nobullscript.net/ @DannyManus Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally from Nebraska, Christine graduated from Lincoln East High School before receiving a BFA in Screenwriting from the University of Southern California's Cinematic Arts program. She also holds a Masters degree in Criminal Justice from Boston University. With 75 screenwriting credits, Christine has been writing for television for over two decades. Her TV movies have aired on Showtime, Lifetime, Lifetime Movie Network, Hallmark, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Fox, Pureflix, Amazon, and UPtv. Christine has directed seven feature-length films. The Bride He Bought Online (aka Flirting with Madness), which she also penned, Killer Mom, and Rooming with Danger all premiered on Lifetime Network. She also directed three rom-coms:  12 Days of Giving, the Christmas movie she also wrote, aired on UPtv, The Nature of Love and Love Game Match (aka Putting Love to the Test), both of which she also produced, are available on Pure Flix and Amazon/Hoopla respectively. https://christineconradt.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ScreenwriterChristineConradt/ https://twitter.com/CConradt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaia's market report with analysis on the influences that have slowed the industry. Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Madhu Mita is an Indian filmmaker who lived across 7 different countries in her formative years. Her exposure to different cultures and people gave her an acute realisation that emotions are universal. Madhumita believes she is genre-agnostic and therefore wants to explore different genres in different languages as long as they are rooted in human emotions. She has directed 7 features so far (4 in Tamil, 1 in Telugu, and 2 in Hindi) and has 2 web series (Tamil-Telugu) in development with leading OTT platforms. Her dream project is an international creature feature set in rural India.  Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SAM BENJAMIN is the son of a hairdresser and a forklift truck driver in Liverpool, England, Sam Benjamin is an actor, screenwriter and director. He won the BBC Sponsored ‘Best Script Talent' Award in 2016, wrote and stars in crime caper The Pay Day which is currently on Starz, and penned Roommate Regret a Lifetime Movie Network thriller. He's also known for his acting roles in Doctor Who and BBC's The War of the Worlds. His directorial debut Screwjob, a short that follows the struggles of a woman pro wrestler, gets it online on Vimeo. https://linktr.ee/sambenjaminnow  Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tilly & Susan Bridges are a trans woman/cis woman writing and producing team most recently writing for the MONSTER HIGH animated series. They're writing a queer YA romcom graphic novel for Mad Cave Studios and are writers for the STAR TREK ADVENTURES and FALLOUT role-playing games. They've produced award winning scripted podcasts for over a decade at PendantAudio.com with six of their shows cracking Apple Podcasts top 60 all-time most popular scripted sci-fi podcasts. Tilly's book BEGIN TRANSMISSION: THE TRANS ALLEGORIES OF THE MATRIX released last summer, and you can find Tilly's essays on trans life at TillysTransTuesdays.com. Writing credits and links to work: birdguest.com Trans Tuesday essays: tillystranstuesdays.com Twitter handles: @tillybridges and @susanlbridges Bluesky handles: @tillybridges.bsky.social and @susanlbridges.bsky.social Insta handles: @heckyeahtillybridges and @susanlbridges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim is the creator of the horror comedy series Demonhuntr, available on HereTV and Amazon Prime. A display dedicated to Demonhuntr began its exhibition at the Hollywood Museum in 2022 as part of their focus on queer film and TV. In 2019, he established Murder & Gay Stuff, a production company dedicated to inclusive genre projects. A graduate of the UCLA Professional Program in Television Writing, he founded the Los Angeles LGBTQIA TV Writers, which currently has over 700 members.  During his time in New York, he taught playwriting at the Harvey Milk High School, a school designed as a haven for LGBT youth. His play The Wrath of Aphrodite is taught in a theater class at John Jay College, and is featured in the textbooks Reclaiming Greek Drama for Diverse Audiences and Diversifying Greek Drama on the Contemporary US Stage. When not writing or directing, Tim works as a fight coordinator, and his fights have appeared in such films as Disciple (Sebastian La Cause,) Agents of Change (Jett Garrison,) and Spookable (Jonathan Culliton.) The three great loves of his life are his husband Robert Rice, his rescue dog Dexter, and collecting female-superhero-themed refrigerator magnets. www.timolearyonline.com https://x.com/timolearyonline https://www.youtube.com/timolearyonline https://www.instagram.com/timolearyonline Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STEVE HARPER's TV writing includes Co-Executive Producer duties on Tracker and Stargirl and episodes of God Friended Me, Tell Me Your Secrets and American Crime. His web series SEND ME earned a 2016 Emmy Nomination for series lead Tracie Thoms. As an actor he's appeared onstage at The Guthrie, and the Kennedy Center and on TV in Law & Order: SVU and 90210. Through his company Your Creative Life he coaches writers, posts advice on YouTube and co-hosts The Secret Writer Podcast - heard in 18 countries. He graduated from Yale, the A.R.T. Institute at Harvard and the Juilliard playwriting program. Coaching website: www.yourcreativelife.com Website: www.harpercreates.com Harper Creates twitter: https://x.com/harpercreates Your Creative Life twitter: https://x.com/yourcreatvlife Podcast: The Secret Writer Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2086784 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TVsteve65/featured Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creating4good/ Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth Michael Donsky is one of the International Screenwriters' Association's top 25 writers to watch in 2024. He is a 2023 recipient of the ISA's Diversity Initiative award and on the ISA's distinguished development slate. His feature screenplay Stardusk, about the life of transgender Andy Warhol Superstar Candy Darling is in pre-production with the Oscar-award winning producer Bruce Cohen. He is also adapting Kate Bornstein's A Queer and Pleasant Danger (Beacon Press) and Lauren Roedy Vaughn's OCD, The Dude and Me (Penguin Group) (Dial Press) for the screen. A Queer and Pleasant Danger advanced in consideration for the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting and The Sundance Lab. His feature screenplay Grit N' Glitter, the story of Allan Carr producing La Cage aux Folles (musical) on Broadway during the HIV/AIDS in the United States was one of five finalists for the Enderby Entertainment Award in the 2018 Austin Film Festival for screenplays with a unique voice and distinct vision. The finalists were selected by Rick Dugdale, Donald Petrie and Daniel Petrie, Jr. of Enderby Entertainment. It also placed in the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting. He holds an MFA in Film from Columbia University School of the Arts where he twice received the Dean's Fellowship, Columbia School of the Arts highest merit-based recognition. He wrote and directed the short film Loopy as his thesis film for graduation from Columbia. His feature film debut Twisted (1996 film), which he wrote and directed, was produced towards the tail end of the New Queer Cinema. https://www.instagram.com/seth_michael_donsky/ https://x.com/donsquixote Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Merritt is a writer, director, and producer from Durham, North Carolina and now lives in Tarzana, California. He is a passionate storyteller who delves into multiple mediums. His writing accomplishments span the spectrum from awkward comedy to compelling drama. At the beginning of his film career, David wrote and directed the dramatic short, The Rain Dance, which depicts the horror of domestic violence. As quoted by New York film critic Godfrey Cheshire “Rain Dance…is harrowing and believable yet also poetic and non sensational…mounted with considerable technical polish and visual sophistication.” David also served as a writer and director for WWE RAW on the USA Network and Smack Down on the CW network. He directed action sequences and impromptu monologues, and he served as a writer and story editor on the video game Smack Down vs. Raw 2007. In 2008, David started his production company, King David Films. In 2009, his horror script, Hangman, placed in the finals of the Screamfest LA screenwriting competition. In 2010, Hangman placed in the 2nd round of the Page Awards.Recently, David has written/ directed and produced the thriller 5697 Pounds, starring Lamonica Garrett of 1883 and Rey Gallegos of DMZ. Currently, David is a Story Editor on NBC's The Blacklist. Inspired at an early age by Star Wars and other mind-blowing films that changed the entertainment landscape, David Merritt II is a lifelong painter and sculptor turned emerging writer and director, winning the UCP Pitchfest and becoming a finalist in the ABC and CBS Directing programs before getting staffed. Raised in North Carolina by a social worker and a cop, it is no surprise that his work spans the spectrum of the human experience and leaves an indelible impression through the many facets of his artistry. When he is not busy creating, he is mastering his skills in the martial art form of Kung Fu San Soo. https://x.com/KingDavidFilms https://www.instagram.com/kingdavidfilms Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where Bob DeRosa comes from, nice guys finish first. His screenwriting credits include Killers, The Air I Breathe, and the hit USA TV show White Collar. Along with frequent collaborator Ben Rock, Bob co-wrote Video Palace (the first narrative podcast from SHUDDER) and co-created the award-winning horror/comedy web-series 20 Seconds To Live. Their new audio drama Catchers is available now at Audible.com. When he's not writing, Bob studies Kenpo karate and keeps his Little Free Library filled with good stuff.  x.com/thembob https://bobderosawriter.substack.com/ Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carole Kirschner is a Hollywood business coach, public speaker, and writer. She runs two prominent programs for writers, one at CBS and the other at the WGA . the WGA Showrunner Training Program helps senior-level writer-producers and recent creators hone the skills they need to become highly effective showrunners. More than 150 new series have been created by alumni since the Program's inception. Carole created and runs the CBS Diversity Institute Writers Mentoring Program, an eight month intensive that has helped to launch the careers of more than 100 diverse television writers. www.facebook.com/carole.m.kirschner twitter.com/CaroleKirsch https://www.carolekirschner.com/ https://www.wga.org/members/programs/showrunner-training Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Blutman – Television Writer/Producer Mark is the writer/producer of such television series as Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World and Apple TV+'s Ghost Writer. He is also the writer of such feature films as Ten Wishes , Last Man on Earth and Friend of the Family. Mark has been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards. Mark's Twitter: @BlutmanMark Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenny Frankfurt is the founder of The Finish Line Script Competition, currently in its 7th year. Prior to Finish Line and her work as a script consultant, Jenny was a film and television literary manager/producer at ICM, Handprint Entertainment and her own company, Highstreet Management. She has represented writers and filmmakers around the globe, specializing but not limited to breaking UK, European & amp; Australian writers and directors into the US market. She sold television shows (both reality and fiction), features and staffed television shows for over 20 years. Jenny began her career in representation after graduating from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts by working at the William Morris Agency in New York where she worked for a legendary film, tv and playwright's agent, who represented such writers as Eric Bogosian, William Mastrosimone, Warren Leight, Eric Overmyer and Jon Robin Baitz. Jenny worked at ICM with clients such as Susan Sarandon, Louis Malle, Johnny Depp, Lasse Hallstrom and Will Smith. After deciding management would give her more freedom to produce and influence her client's careers she started working with manager Rick Yorn and clients such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Cameron Diaz, Claire Danes and Benicio Del Toro among others. Finish Line is based on the idea that rewriting is essential to being a successful writer and we provide development notes when requested in order for writers to rewrite and resubmit new drafts (for free) throughout the competition. This mimics a studio, network or production company process and helps the writer prepare for a serious career in the entertainment industry. https://finishlinescriptcomp.com/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle F. Andrews is a Los Angeles-based producer, writer, and actor with almost two decades of experience in the business. An Emerson College graduate, he is one half of the creative team behind FilmFrontier Studios, whose recent debut feature production - the dramatic sci-fi/thriller THE VEIL - screened at Fox Studios before its 2023 festival run. The team has several projects in development, including features, narrative podcasts, and other media. Kyle is also the creator and host of MAKE YOUR SH*T, a creative empowerment podcast helping budding entertainment industry professionals to find their voice through interviews with those who have been there and done that. Kyle is attached as Consulting Producer to an hour-long pilot currently in development, and recently co-produced and story consulted on the award-winning audiodrama podcast A PLACE CALLED FAIRNECK. In addition to his professional artistic work, Kyle has almost a decade of experience as a freelance and contracted script development consultant. He has run several major screenwriting contests and development programs around the industry, and his client list includes television showrunners, celebrated authors, and Emmy nominees. Kyle is an artist first, who believes empowerment takes empathy, and empathy takes effort. www.filmfrontierstudios.com www.instagram.com/filmfrontierstudios/ linkedin.com/in/kylefandrews Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heat, Spotlight on Women, By Women, In Hollywood is a new podcast hosted by Heather Fowler, Cari Sudmeier, Jennifer Mondfrans, Kiki Watkins, Marie Wetmore, and Sasha Wulf. With cohosts who are writers, actors, screenwriters, producers, directors and film scholars, each month we have a lively exchange designed to call out stellar work by women in all parts of the film and television industry and share the shows and films we're most excited about and offer a curated list and custom snack. Our cohosts met in Entertainment Business School and are delighted to be here. www.hotredheadmedia.com www.heatherfowler.com http://www.jennifermondfrans.com/ https://twitter.com/mariewetmore Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ivan Mbakop, an American actor, film director and application designer, was born on October 15, in Yaoundé, Cameroon. He is the first of three boys, and the son of a Supreme Court Justice and a High School Vice Principal. Securing acceptance at an HBCU, he flew to the States to attend Tuskegee University. As he completed his Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, he married his college crush in 1999 and relocated to Atlanta, GA. He ran into the arts quite by accident, walking into a dance & drama class his wife was attending. Some of his first acting gigs were commercials for Cox Communications and Coca Cola. He later appeared in a music video for Canton Jones Kingdom Business (2009) and a lead theatrical performance for Christmas in Cambridge that same year. His role in Baby Mama's Club (2010) closed out 2010 as being a very successful year for his acting repertoire. He took a hiatus from the stage to focus on his business. Seven years and a few business ventures later, he returned with a strong Directorial debut in Victus (2017), a project he created the idea for, would be one of many to come. Following soon after was a television debut in Valor , Season 1 Episode 5 (2017) as Negotiator. He is gaining momentum in the industry not only as a new talent to look out for, but also as a technologically innovative producer. He lives in Atlanta, GA with his wife April Mbakop and 4 children. www.instagram.com/imbakop/ twitter.com/imbakop Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pierrepont Productions is a successful entertainment company that takes productions of all kinds from pre-financing, through production and post-production to sales and distribution. We use our extensive relationships in the entertainment industry, banking and finance, in-house capital and our roster of additional private equity investors to provide producers with a range of financing options to enable them to create the most appropriate financing plan for their productions. We have excellent, long-term relationships with internationally-acclaimed stars, directors, writers, and producers in the US, Canada, Europe, Australia and Asia, and use our expertise to assist them through the complexities and potential pitfalls of film, television and digital media investment and production to the successful completion and marketing of their projects. From quality, Academy-oriented films to commercial genre productions, Pierrepont Productions produces its own projects and assists other producers and investors to create and market compelling, quality content and leverage it across multiple platforms to promote enhanced audience viewing and higher returns on investment. Julia Jay Pierrepont III is known for Good (2008), Lost in the Pershing Point Hotel (2000) and Ghosts Never Sleep (2005). Ms. Pierrepont's formal education included studying Bio-Chemistry at Kings College, University of London, with a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry from New York's Ithaca College. She was the youngest person ever to publish original research in the American Journal of Bio-Chemistry. Ms. Pierrepont also did field study on global socio-economics and indigenous tribal cultures on a three-year solo journey around the world, through the Middle East, Africa, Asia and South America. She is a member of the prominent New York Pierrepont family, related to such interesting historical and contemporary figures as: President Thomas Jefferson; Supreme Court Chief Justice and President of the Continental Congress John Jay (also co-author of “The Federalist Papers”); NY Governor Peter Styvesant, Financier John Pierpont (JP) Morgan; Queen Mary of France and Scotland, King James V of England; King Fairhar of Norway; William Tapley Bennett III, the US Ambassador to NATO and the US Mission to the United Nations; and William Comfort, Chairman of Citicorp Venture Group. She is married to Michael D. Tiberi of Pasadena, the President and founder of Principia Lightworks, a cutting-edge, water purification laser firm, partnered with Academician Basov, winner of the Nobel Prize for inventing the laser www.pierrepontproductions.com Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phillip Rosen J. D. launched his career as an attorney for PolyGram's music division, where he negotiated and drafted music publishing agreements and handled copyright matters. He subsequently spent five years at RCA, as Business Affairs Manager and Director of Program and Talent Negotiations, working in the arenas of pay, cable and syndicated television. Entering the Los Angeles market as Vice President of Business Affairs and Legal Affairs for New Line Cinema in 1989, Phillip ascended to Senior Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs. During his seven-year tenure he was responsible for business affairs and legal duties for over fifty motion pictures including the Nightmare on Elm Street and House Party series, as well as the Jim Carrey comedy The Mask and the Brad Pitt thriller Seven. From 1997 to 1999, Phillip was a partner in charge of the motion picture and television department in the Beverly Hills office of Baker and Hostetler, LLP. ROSEN LAW GROUP is an entertainment law firm concentrating in film, music, television, digital media and intellectual property. In addition to representing above-the-line talent, creators and businesses, we serve as production legal for countless film and television properties, supporting all stages of a project's life cycle. ROSEN LAW GROUP is a new kind of law firm for today's dynamic entertainment landscape. We are transparent, consistent, patient and professional, giving each client the attention they deserve so they can make informed business decisions.  www.rosenlawgrp.com Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DELINA BROOKS is a hyphenate whose work marries story with music and champions troubled women who save themselves. Nominated for three ISADORA DUNCAN AWARDS, Delina won in 2016 for Outstanding Ensemble Performance in “An Open Love Letter to Black Fathers” which she wrote, produced, directed, scored, choreographed, and starred in. Delina is a DISNEY WRITERS PROGRAM FINALIST (2023) and a RESIDENT ARTIST at THE KENNEDY CENTER (2023). She has choreographed/danced for CHANCE THE RAPPER on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE!, KANYE WEST at COACHELLA and many more, and was Movement Director for "Casa de Spirits", a play written and directed by ROGER GUENVEUR SMITH. Her work has been commissioned/presented by YERBA BUENA CENTER FOR THE ARTS, NATIONAL PERFORMANCE NETWORK, COUNTERPULSE THEATER and many more. Landing in Los Angeles from Oakland in 2018, she's moonlighted as Showrunner's Assistant and Director's Assistant for shows on ABC, NBC, FOX, FREEFORM, HULU and HBO.  www.delinadream.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/delinabrooks Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy award winner Jeff Melvoin has been a writer-producer on over a dozen dramatic series, serving as showrunner on eight of them. In all, he's helped produce over 470 hours of primetime television, most recently as an Executive Producer on season three of the BBC America series, Killing Eve. Other Exec Producer credits include Designated Survivor, Army Wives, Alias, Early Edition, and Picket Fences. He was Supervising Producer of the CBS series Northern Exposure, for which he won an Emmy and two Golden Globe Awards. Other writer-producer credits include the NBC series Hill Street Blues and Remington Steele. Melvoin is also founder and chair of the Writers Guild of America's celebrated Showrunner Training Program, now entering its nineteenth year. In February, 2015, he received the Morgan Cox Award, the WGA's highest recognition for Guild service. In making the announcement, Guild President Chris Keyser said, “If this is a Golden Age of television, the program Jeff so lovingly shepherds deserves its fair share of credit. Thanks to him, as an art form and as a business, we are better at what we do.” Melvoin has taught at USC School of Cinematic Arts, UCLA, Harvard, and the Sundance Institute, and is a frequent guest instructor on college campuses throughout the United States and at media conferences around the world. He is a past board member of the Mystery Writers of America (Southern California Chapter) and the Writers Guild of America, West. Before entering television, Melvoin was a Time magazine correspondent. He is married to Martha Hartnett Melvoin and has two sons, Nick and Charlie. www.jeffmelvoin.com Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Kaia Alexander, founder of the Entertainment Business School, moderates a panel of diverse TV writers who discuss their scripts on The Stunt List. The conversation highlights the importance of a supportive community for writers, inspirations, what makes a good story and favorite movie snacks! The goal of the Stunt List and its new original script divisions The Dead List and The Originals Bureau is to amplify a diverse portfolio of voices through writer-forward showcases and radical kindness. Like a “Netflix For Writers,” the interactive website presentation showcases a complete brand image at the script stage. The aim is to give the industry a glimpse into how the screenplay would feel as a finished movie—through a streaming-style layout and theatrical-like marquee that offers rad visuals including poster artwork, trailers, proof of concepts and script teasers. You'll find sold and produced industry pros, repped and ready writers, to undiscovered and underrepresented voices on the verge. Your next writer AND your next greenlight are here. We are a team of writers and producers who find joy in giving back to this incredible community by volunteering to run The Stunt List and its initiatives.” Learn more at: OfficialStuntList.com  Panelists: Elizabeth Ditty, HELLCATS OF THE CARIBBEAN, Twitter/IG/Threads: @ditty1013 | bsky: @elizabethditty.com Jelena Woehr, KATABASIS, @jelenawoehr (Twitter) @yellinawar (Insta) Nanea Taylor, AS BEFORE, @tay_nanea Josh Price & Sarah Mack, SHRINK RETREAT, @actorjoshprice and @thesarahmack Eddie Hamel, MURDER TOWN, @EC_Hamel Jonathan Melikidse, Moku Moku, @jmelikidse, https://808mokumoku.com/ Zack Morrison, CANUSA STREET, https://twitter.com/ZackMorrison18 Stephen Nolly, HOWLIE, https://twitter.com/skndeep Matthew Tuthill, CADY RING, https://www.matt-tuthill.com/, https://twitter.com/MCTuthill Joseph Mwamba, NIGHTS PHOENIX, https://twitter.com/JoeMightLikeTV Stacey Russell, YOUNGBLOODS, https://twitter.com/staceycrussell Tim Westland, FOR THE ARTICLES, www.timwestland.com, https://twitter.com/timwestland Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we have a conversation with several writers who have been featured on the Stunt List, a platform that amplifies diverse voices in the entertainment industry. The writers introduce themselves and share insights into their projects. The goal of the Stunt List and its new original script divisions The Dead List and The Originals Bureau is to amplify a diverse portfolio of voices through writer-forward showcases and radical kindness. Like a “Netflix For Writers,” the interactive website presentation showcases a complete brand image at the script stage. The aim is to give the industry a glimpse into how the screenplay would feel as a finished movie—through a streaming-style layout and theatrical-like marquee that offers rad visuals including poster artwork, trailers, proof of concepts and script teasers. You'll find sold and produced industry pros, repped and ready writers, to undiscovered and underrepresented voices on the verge. Your next writer AND your next greenlight are here. We are a team of writers and producers who find joy in giving back to this incredible community by volunteering to run The Stunt List and its initiatives.” Learn more at: OfficialStuntList.com  The Feature Panelists: Zoe Kerr “A Mother” Twitter and IG: @iamzoekerr Rachel Esselle (pronounced SL) - Margarita Moms Save the World, @rachelsl Rich Orstad, A Keepsakes Christmas, @richorstad18 (Twitter) Rudi O'Meara, The Escapist, @rudiomeara Kyle Rizor, My Real Imaginary Friends, @KyleWriteStuff Kim Hornsby, The Dream Jumper's Promise , www.twitter.com/KimHornsby, www.KimHornsby.info Thomas Schrack, SKITCHING, @tschrack Peter R. Feuchtwanger, THE GIRL SCOUT, @prex4 (X, Insta, and Bluesky) Alex George Pickering, JUMPMAN, @AlexGPickering - https://www.agpickering.com/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Sims has worked with Sir Elton John, Elon Musk, sent people down to see the wreck of the Titanic on the sea bed and closed museums in Florence for a private dinner party and then had Andrea Bocelli serenade them while they eat their pasta. Quoted as “The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, Steve Sims is a best selling Author with "BLUEFISHING - the art of making things happen” & “Go For Stupid – The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals”, sought-after coach, Top rated speaker after keynoting at a variety of networks, groups and associations as well as the Pentagon and Harvard – twice! Co-founder with his son, Henry, of the leading community for creative disrupters - https://simsdistillery.com/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Schaler is a three-time Emmy Award-winning screenwriter, bestselling author, and national TV correspondent. She has written beloved Christmas movies for Netflix, Hallmark, and Lifetime, including the Netflix sensation A Christmas Prince that started the franchise, Hallmark's Christmas Camp, and Lifetime's Every Day is Christmas and Rediscovering Christmas. She also wrote a full-cast Top 10 Audible Bestseller, Once Upon A Christmas Carol where she's also written the feature script. The creator and host of Christmas Camp® and Travel Therapy® TV, Karen has traveled to more than 68 countries and says globetrotting inspires all her stories. Her Hallmark Christmas Camp movie and books prompted her to create real-life Christmas Camp experiences at resorts, hotels, and destinations worldwide. Just released last month is Karen's 7th bestselling holiday rom-com novel Every Day is Christmas written during the WGA strike and inspired by her Lifetime Christmas movie starring multi-Grammy winner Toni Braxton.  www.karenschaler.com https://twitter.com/KarenSchaler https://www.instagram.com/traveltherapy/ www.facebook.com/KarenSchalerOfficial/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2906265.Karen_Schaler https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6912381/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyra Jones grew up in Annapolis, Maryland, a small city know for its crabs, boats, and being where Kunta Kinte was sold into slavery. You can extrapolate as to how an upbringing in such a location contributed to her hatred of white supremacy and her love of seafood. Kyra is a 2nd-generation West Indian American and spent most of her life talking shit over curry chicken with her Trinidadian family members. After high school, Kyra left the east coast for the Windy City to study acting at Northwestern University, where she was one of only 4 Black theatre majors out of her class of 100. (Seriously. There were more Black people in her house than there were in her graduating class). While attending the predominantly white institution, she became frustrated by the amount of old, dead, white, male playwrights she had to study and perform. Then a professor in the Gender Studies department told her the definition of “intersectional feminism” and gave her some Angela Davis, and it was all downhill from there. Kyra became heavily involved in student advocacy, activism, and peer education around racial and gender justice, much to the theatre department's chagrin. She graduated from NU with a bachelor's degree in Theatre and Gender Studies. Kyra is currently a staff writer on season 2 of Woke (Hulu) and Queens (ABC). Kyra is the co-creator and star of the award-winning web series The Right Swipe (OTV). The Right Swipe was an official selection at Austin Film Festival, Urbanworld Film Festival, DC Black Film Festival, Black Femme Supremacy Film Festival, and many others. Her comedy script, Good Vibes Only, won Best Pilot at the 2020 Nashville Film Festival and was runner-up for Cinestory. Her upcoming feature, Go to the Body, won ‘The Pitch' at the 2020 Chicago International Film Festival and Screencraft's virtual pitch competition. As an actor, she's appeared on the series finale of Empire (Fox), Chicago Justice (NBC), The Chi (Showtime), Kappa Force (Revry), and Seeds (OTV). https://www.instagram.com/kyra.a.jones https://twitter.com/BlkAssFeminist Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lee Stobby is a producer, literary manager, and principal of Lee Stobby Entertainment who has over 10 years of management and producing experience. Some of his client highlights include: Shay Hatten (JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3, JOHN WICK 4, ARMY OF THE DEAD, ARMY OF THIEVES), Kate Trefry (made the Black List in 2013 (PURE O) and 2016 (REVOLVER) who has an overall deal at Netflix and currently writes on STRANGER THINGS), Isaac Adamson (#1 Black List script BUBBLES), Rodney Ascher (ROOM 237, THE NIGHTMARE, A GLITCH IN THE MATRIX), and Myroslav Slaboshpytskiy (THE TRIBE). Stobby's producing credits include SISTER AIMEE, which premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival; WILDLING starring Bel Powley, Liv Tyler and Brad Dourif and premiered at SXSW; as well as development set up with Matt Reeves' 6th and Idaho, Universal, and Netflix. twitter.com/LeeStobby Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Vaughan has been writing professionally for over twenty years. He studied at the University of Houston with Broadway legend Jose Quintero and three-time Pulitzer Prize winner Edward Albee. It was his work as a writer and director in Houston theatre that got him recognized by Hollywood. He was soon writing screenplays for, among others, Phoenix Pictures, TNT, MTV Films, Castle Rock Entertainment, ABC, NBC, CBS, Warner Brothers, Sony Pictures and Disney. He has developed screenplays for Matthew McConaughey, Nicolas Cage, Barry Sonnenfeld, Chow-Yun Fat and many others. WINCHESTER, the film he co-wrote starring Helen Mirren and Jason Clarke, about the infamous Winchester Mystery House, opened nationwide in 2018. His eighth film, THE QUEEN MARY will release in August 2023 and DADDY'S GIRL for XYZ Films will shoot later this year (WGA strike willing.) Tom recently set up MOST WANTED at Miramax with director Ruben Fleischer (ZOMBIELAND, VENOM) attached.  His feature film debut was the action film UNSTOPPABLE, starring Wesley Snipes. In 2011, he completed his directorial debut, PLAYING HOUSE, based on a script written with Kristy Dobkin. His past productions include BLACKOUT with Jane Seymour for CBS, and CRITICAL ASSEMBLY with Katherine Heigl for NBC. He served as writer as well as Co-Producer on ATOMIC TWISTER with Sharon Lawrence and DEAD IN A HEARTBEAT with Penelope Anne Miller and Judge Reinhold, both for TBS.  He is currently the screenwriting instructor at his beloved alma mater, The University of Houston. https://storyandplot.com/WOLFPACK https://twitter.com/storyandplot Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Solomon began his career in college as a joke writer, stand-up comedian, and playwright. While still in college, he was a staff writer for Laverne & Shirley – making him (at the time) the youngest member of the Writers Guild of America. He then spent three years writing the cult Showtime TV series, It's Garry Shandling's Show, before venturing into feature films in the 1980s. He helped create and co-write the critically acclaimed comedies Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey (with Chris Matheson). Solomon also worked on a number of hit franchise films, including Men in Black, Charlie's Angels, and then writing the Now You See Me films. Solomon worked on an early version of a Universal The Invisible Man remake, with Johnny Depp. In March 2016 he completed production on Mosaic, a 12-hour long-form TV project for HBO in collaboration with director Steven Soderbergh, This production would mark the first in a series of collaborations with Soderbergh, including the neo-noir film No Sudden Move in 2021, and more recently, the crime series Full Circle, which premiered July 13, 2023. @ed_solomon twitter.com/ed_solomon https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004412/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carson Lee Kressley was born on 11 November 1969 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA. Growing up, he was very interested in horses and owned his first pony (named Sparky) when he was five years old. Carson still loves horses and is now a world champion equestrian. In 1987, he graduated high school and went on to study at Gettysburg College from which he graduated in 1991 (magna cum laude and phi beta kappa) with degrees in Finance and Fine Arts. Following his college graduation, Carson worked as a stylist for Ralph Lauren for many years before auditioning for Queer Eye (2003). In 2004, after Carson's first year with "Queer Eye", the show won an Emmy for "outstanding reality program". Post "Queer Eye" Carson appeared as the critically acclaimed host of "How to Look Good Naked" and a fan favorite contestant on Dancing with the Stars 13th season. In April 2012 Shop NBC launched Carson's collection of affordable glamour wear, "Love, Carson". Buy Carson's Book: Does This Book Make My Butt Look Big?: A Cheeky Guide to Feeling Sexier in Your Own Skin & Unleashing Your Personal Style Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Medney is not only the Founder, CEO and Co- Lead Writer at Herø Projects, the leader in custom animated storytelling for the stars. He is also the Head Writer for web3 gaming juggernaut Star Atlas, and a published author in his own right. If that wasn't enough for the eccentric renaissance man, Matthew is also the former CEO of the seminal and generational genre bending company, Heavy Metal. However his passion for writing and world building has never faltered. A creative force with dozens of graphic titles and his debut novel series Beyond Kuiper, hitting #1 on Amazon Best Seller lists for Hard Science Fiction. Matthew is creating during every moment of his existence. @MatthewMedney writerstake.substack.com Matthew's NFL comic: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxbmr9eP5Jl/?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ== https://matthewmedney.com/ www.heroprojects.io Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christopher Monfette is a television writer, producer, and comic book author who worked as supervising producer on the first five episodes of Star Trek: Picard's second season and as co-executive producer on the rest of the second season and on the third season. He previously worked as staff writer and story editor on Terry Matalas' science fiction series 12 Monkeys (2015-18), starring Aaron Stanford, Todd Stashwick, and Kirk Acevedo. @cwmonfette https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4808201/ Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5328709/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_0_nm_8_q_sullivan%2520fitz Sullivan "Sully" Fitzgerald, a native of Niagara Falls, NY, is a graduate of Syracuse University's Newhouse School with a BS in Television, Radio & Film and a minor in Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises. He is an alumni of the highly-competitive Television Academy Foundation Internship Program and was assigned to the drama development department of ABC Studios, Fitzgerald was excited by the fast-paced, writer-driven world of dramatic series. Not only did the world of television appeal to his professional interests, but it addressed his creative desire to write.  Fitzgerald is currently working as a story editor on the Paramount+ reboot of Criminal Minds and has sold a graphic novel entitled The Ferryman to Aftershock Comics. However, he has experience in several writers rooms in a supporting capacity including: Criminal Minds (CBS), Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders (CBS), Nashville (ABC), and State of Affairs (NBC). He also worked as a Development Associate at Erica Messer Productions for several development cycles. https://twitter.com/sullyfitzgerald Connect with your host Kaia Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices