She Called Action

Director, Choreographer and Dancer, Lauren Finerman chats about her journey from dance to directing and shares how she chased the vision for her short film Paper Birds.

Writer, Director and Graphic Novelist, Kayden Phoenix uses her super strength of identification to advocate for Latina Women.

A fantastic, young cinematographer shares about her journey from being in a dark room with film to learning how to create light, the talented Alissa Rooney makes this short interview a delight to listen to.

Producer, Director and talented Actress, Miranda Bailey chats with show host about her journey and shares the origin story of her website TheCherryPicks - the go-to place for the female perspective on film.

Rodes Phire gets a little "fan girl" with the talented and resourceful filmmaker Liz Manashil.

Ashley Maria is a director and writer located in Los Angeles, CA. She received her MFA from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, is the recipient of the prestigious Directors Guild of America award, and most recently, she was recognized as the “Best New Director” at the DTLA Film Festival. Best known for her films and media work, including the comedy & horror shorts — Friday Night Fright and Volcano Girl, and her 2020 breakthrough production Pioneers in Skirts, Ashley is also an advocate for advancing women’s opportunities. She is a North American delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women – the principal global policy-making body dedicated exclusively to gender equality and the advancement of women. When not on set, Ashley is a directing instructor at UCLA’s Film School and a sound instructor at the American Film Institute’s Young Women in Film program.

Director, Choreographer, all-around Hustler and creative, Jessica Redish chats with Rodes Phire about her unique journey into Directing with movement infusion.

Tisch trained actress turned successful, burgeoning director, Foster Wilson shares her journey with Rodes Phire.

Author, Documentarian, Actress and fellow female empowerer, Leslie Zemeckis chats with Rodes about what inspired her documentaries and why it is so important to support other women.

Powerful, empowering and dynamic, writer | director Christine T. Berg shares her journey as she reflects upon turning obstacles into opportunities.

Heart On Fire Production's founder, Director and Producer Jenn Page talks about being a creative, learning to say no and what you should say yes to, totally worth the listen!

Award-winning Director, Producer and all-around inspiring filmmaker, Cameo Wood talks about how she incorporates her love of sci-fi, teaching and learning into her films.

Actress, entrepreneur and just the sweetest babe ever, Cristen Coppen dishes with Rodes about her journey into Hollywood and how it lead to her developing Lip Lush, her vaginal oil line.

Cinematographer, Drone Operator and wonderful tradeswoman, Crystal Kelley shares her insight on filmmaking, diversity and collaboration.

Photographer, model, street artist and an all-around incredible person, Ashley Kolodner shares her wild journey of being an artist.

Rom-Com Fest creator and an absolutely delightful woman, Miraya Berke shares her experience in launching a film festival.

The Storied Group's President, Molly Schoneveld, dishes on Public Relations, being a business owner and the importance of developing crafting a story around your image.

Kristen Henry King shares her wisdom on acting, branding, performing and chasing your dream.

Podcast Producer Mackenzie Jeffrey chats with Show Host Rodes Phire. She dives in deep, asking Rodes why she change her name, how she manages her day and what she plans for Season 2.

"Bloodrite" The Pilot Script. Written by: Sarah Smith-Williams & Ellie Jepperson Recorded at: Manhattan Beach Studios Directed by: Rodes Phire Produced by: Frankie Ingrassia Associate Producer: Mackenzie Jeffrey Read by: Bill Ferris Rachel Michiko Whitney Melanie Keller Cheray O'Neal Dominic Lee David Tarr  

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Tara Hein-Phillips of Sundance Collab. They discuss the creation of Sundance Collab and Tara's professional journey.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Amanda Brown, a high school friend and Director of Play by Play for ESPNLA 710. They discuss what it's like for a woman in a dominantly male industry, traveling with the lakers, and other perks of working in the sports industry.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Allison Rushton, a talented second assistant director who has worked on many of our favorite shows. Allison shares what it's like working with talent, what exactly an assistant director does, and some of the crazy events that occur when working on set.

In this interview Cheryl Rodes interviews Brooke Wilkinson Waldrop, a talented employment lawyer who walked out of the Utah bar exam to go to film school and then after graduating became a lawyer.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Kandeyce Jorden, a documentarian behind the film Girl. Join us as she shares her journey filming a documentary and following some of the world's largest female DJs.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Lauren Selman the Logistics and Production Manager for the Academy of Motion Pictures of Arts and Sciences. They discuss Lauren's passion about being environmentally conscious and diversity in the workplace.

In this interview Cheryl Rodes interviews Torrie Rosenzweig, Director of Talent Development for USC and a former professor of Cheryl's. From her documentary all the way to her life as a mom these two discuss everything.  

In this interview Cheryl Rodes talks with Katrelle Kindred. Katrelle attended film school with Cheryl and continued on to write, direct, and produce her own short film.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Brittany Jo Flores, a talented writer and fascinating storyteller. They discuss her work on various shows and Brittany's shares her wisdom on working and writing.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews best-selling lesbian fiction novelist, Nancy Healy. Nancy and Cheryl both belong to the non-profit organization The New Hollywood. They discuss the issues occurring in the entertainment industry and how Nancy is successful as a self-publishing author.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Jade Tailor from Syfy's The Magicians. They discuss her childhood, her many jobs leading to becoming a series regular, social media, and her role as an advocate. 

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Fernanda Schein, a talented  editor and amazing yogi. Fernanda has worked with Cheryl editing some of her films and the two together are a powerful duo! Hear Fernanda talk about her transition coming to America and her growth as an editor. 

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews the inspiring Maggie Mackay. Maggie works with Vidiots, a company focused around the preservation, growth, and access to so many different kinds of film. Maggie is a strong believer in the arts and the benefits it provides. Tune in to listen to two amazing women talk about the changes and preservation of film. 

In this amazing episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Shannon Prynoski, VP/Supervising Producer at Titmouse inc.. They talk women in animation and Shannon's journey with her husband, Chris Prynoski, to getting a hit show on Netflix, Bigmouth.    A note to our listeners: The audio was filmed outdoors so bear with us with quality. We promise it's worth it (:

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Jessica Kaye, a talented actress, writer, director, and producer. They discuss her process as a creator and the making of her short film Skater.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews her good friend Brianna Brown. Brianna is a talented actress and sits on the board with Cheryl on her nonprofit The New Hollywood. Listen to Brianna share about her move from Minnesota to "La La Land" to pursue her dreams of being an actress and the many different roles she's found herself in once here.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Angel Parker from Marvel's Runaways. The two met in The New Hollywood's goal group and discuss how they balance their goals, career, and motherhood.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews the amazing and entertaining Rachel Rudwall. Rachel is a world traveler and has worn many hats in the entertainment industry having worked as a producer and a host.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Leonora Pitts a talented dancer, a wonderful mother, and an amazing actress and director. Leonora talks about the importance of women supporting each other and some of the groups she's apart of such as the LA Women's Film Collective.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews the hilarious Emma Pyne. Emma is a comedian, actress, and producer from Ireland who came to LA with no contacts, only the sheer ambition to chase her dream.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews her very close friend, Nicole Reed, the VP of development for Painless Production Company.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Gigi Tocquigny who stopped a career in dance to pursue her dreams in film. Gigi tells us all about her adventures starting when she quit her job to head to the rainforest.

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Leonora Anzaldua a talented cinematographer with an amazing story to tell.

In this episode Rodes interviews Chinaka Hodge, a talented writer who used a breakup to push herself forward and chase after her dreams.

The Hummingbird Read by: Rob Evors Cristen Coppen David Shipp David Tarr Adina Soriano Dominic Lee Frankie Ingrassia Mackenzie Jeffrey

Read by: Rob Evors Cristen Coppen David Shipp David Tarr Adina Soriano Dominic Lee Frankie Ingrassia Mackenzie Jeffrey Music Licensed at Soundstripe.com  

Springtime in September written by Randi Barros A heartwarming table read of a pilot script. Read by: Bill Ferris, Cristen Coppen, Rob Evors, David Shipp, Frankie Ingrassia, Dominic Lee, Mackenzie Jeffrey, Adina Soriano

In this episode Cheryl Rodes interviews Marquita Robinson, one of the writers from the hit show Glow on Netflix. They discuss women in film, adult friendships, and Marquita's journey to get where she is now. 

Hey everyone this is Cheryl Rodes, thanks for checking out She Called Action a podcast dedicated to making our kind of woman the hero of the story. Our first podcast goes up January 11th so tune in then.