Podcast appearances and mentions of Yolanda T Cochran

Yolanda T. Cochran (@yolandatcochran) has experience as a producer which spans across multiple studios including Disney, Viacom, Warner Bros and Universal. She's produced films such as; THE BLIND SIDE, SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING PANTS 2, THE BOOK OF ELI, and more! She's currently on season 5 of PROJECT GREENLIGHT led by Issa Rae. .

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds Podcast, we welcome film and TV producer Yolanda T. Cochran and DIY star of Honest Renovations Lizzy Mathis. Segment 1: Yolanda T. Cochran is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (serving on the Executive Branch Executive Committee), Television Academy of Arts & Sciences and also the Board of Directors of the Producers Guild of America (PGA). Her 25+ years of experience in film and television includes work as an independent film producer, as a producer within the independently situated production company Alcon Entertainment and also as a production executive overseeing entire production teams at film and tv studios.  Her experience spans across multiple studios including Disney, Viacom, Warner Bros and Universal.  Yolanda is most recently featured in front of the camera on MAX, producing the film Gray Matter in the series Project Greenlight where season 5 reboots the behind the scenes look at the challenges of filmmaking. Host: Jamie Segment 2: Lizzy is a fun-loving, cool mom of three and Founder and Editor in Chief of The Cool Mom Co. Lizzy created an all-inclusive, diversity driven, digitally native destination for moms and moms-to-be with a fresh, approachable and honest point of view on millennial motherhood - bringing the coolest in food, style, living and beauty back to mom life while keeping self-care, sustainability and community top of mind. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In the season finale of "Crossing the 180," Ron brings out of "mothballs," clips for his previous critically acclaimed podcast, "Radio Film School." In these clips, Ron speaks with seasoned film and Television producer Yolanda T. Cochran as well as "The Other 50%: Herstory" podcast host and Hollywood veteran, Julie Harris Walker. You'll also hear soundbites from other luminaries in the worlds of Hollywood and tech. Altogether, this is a funny, provocative, and inspiring look at addressing the issue of gender disparity in Hollywood. -Yolanda on Twitter -Ron on Twitter Crossing the 180 theme music "Gettin' Paid, Part II" and end-credits music "I Don't Think," both by Alec's Band (CC BY) and curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Enjoying the podcast? Make sure to leave us a review on your podcast platform of choice! The Art of the Frame podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and many more platforms. If you like the podcast, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artofthecut/support

Today I bring you part two of my interview with film and television producer extraordinaire, Yolanda T. Cochran. Yolanda's a member of the PGA and the Academy and she has a career that spans nearly three decades in increasingly greater producer roles. She was the #3 person and head of physical production at Alcon Entertainment, a consultant to Netflix, EVP of TV production and ABC's Freeform, and as of this episode, SVP of live TV production at Nickelodeon. Part 1 covered the state of gender and race in Hollywood. This week we get into the various different roles of producers, and how they differ in feature film production vs. television. We also get into the experience she and I have had pitching our own TV show and she shares what it means to bring your full authentic self as a creator. This is a great episode to share with anyone who is interested in learning about this business overall. It's kind of like mini business/film school class. -Yolanda on Twitter -Ron on Twitter Crossing the 180 theme music "Gettin' Paid, Part II" by Alec's Band (CC BY) and curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Liking the podcast? Leave a review on your favorite platform! We greatly appreciate your feedback :) The Art of the Frame podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor and many more platforms. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One of the things I try to do with this podcast is introduce you, my good listeners, to various aspects of the filmmaking world. Editors, DPs, Writers, and producers are all fair game—whether you're above or below the line. In the last episode, I interviewed the CEO and founder of the DIY distribution platform Kinema, Christie Marchese. So even film-related entrepreneurs make this show. Today I have a very special guest for you. One of my best friends is Yolanda T. Cochran. I joke how because she's such a good friend, I tend to forget how truly impressive her CV is. She's a member of the Producers Guild of America, an Academy member, got her start working at Disney, was at Alcon Entertainment for about a dozen or so years where she helped lead the production of such films as the Traveling Pants Series, the Blind Side, and Book of Eli. After Alcon, she went to do work for Netflix, was a TV exec at ABC Freeform, and as of this episode is Senior VP of Live Television Production at Nickelodeon. From filmmaking to television production, Yolanda has deep insights and experience across it all. We covered so much ground that this episode is part 1 of 2. In part one, Yolanda and I cover her getting in the business and the state of gender and racial representation in Hollywood, and what it's been like for her as a black woman in this industry. In the next episode of the show in two weeks, she and I will go deep into the roles of producers in film and television. This is a great episode to share with anyone who is interested in learning about this business overall. It's kind of like a mini business/film school class. -Yolanda on Twitter -Ron on Twitter Crossing the 180 theme music "Gettin' Paid, Part II" by Alec's Band (CC BY) and curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Liking the podcast? Leave a review on your favorite platform! We greatly appreciate your feedback :) The Art of the Frame podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor and many more platforms. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes

What the hell does a producer do? When every production can have five different versions of them, it's no wonder this is a recurring question. Well, today we have the definitive answer as Ryan "sits down" with Yolanda T. Cochran, VP Production, Walt Disney Television/Freeform. Yolanda brings nearly a decade and a half of knowledge from her work on such films a "Book of Eli," "The Blind Side," and "Point Break." She and Ryan chat about the various roles of the producer, why writers aren't usually on set, how a budget is pulled together, and the current state of the industry amidst COVID-19.

The Blind Side (2009) Director:  John Lee Hancock Producers:  Yolanda T. Cochran, K.C. Hodenfield, Broderick Johnson, Andrew A. Kosove, Gil Netter, Steven P. Wegner Screenplay:  John Lee Hancock Photography:  Alar Kivilo Music:  Carter Burwell Cast:  Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Jae Head, Lily Collins Rotten Tomatoes:  Critics 66%/Audiences 85%

Writer and Principal in the production industry, Yolanda T. Cochran, joins us to talk about succeeding as a creative in the film production industry, creating change when it comes to a diversity of gender and race in the production and entertainment industry, and how we can approach difficult conversations when it comes to diversity and inclusion in our own lives. This episode is sponsored by Freshbooks Cloud Accounting Get full show notes for this episode here --- Follow Yolanda on Twitter: @rat_in_a_wheel Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub

A popular reward level for crowdfunded films is a credit in the movie. Apparently, this is a bigger deal than I originally thought. Today we find out why.In this episode of our "Making a Documentary" mini-series of Radio Film School, friend of the show Yolanda T. Cochran (with her husband JD offering his usual comic relief) gives us some detailed information on film and television credits. If you have thought about giving away a movie credit on your crowdfunded film for anything less than at LEAST $100 (or more), you need to listen to this episode. Or, if you're curious about union regulations regarding credits, or just the logistics that go into making credits, then stick around. It's actually pretty fascinating.The Role of "Producer"Ever wonder what all those different "producers" you see in movie credits actually do? The second half of this episode is a replay of a "Short Ends" segment from last year wherein Yolanda tells us. Get the 411 on executive producers, co-producers, producers, line producers, etc.Music in this EpisodeMusic was curated from Kevin MacLeod's Incompetch.com and FreeMusicArchive.org. In order of appearance, the music in this episode was:Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar (CC BY-SA)Boulevard St. Germain by Jahzzar (CC BY-SA)Fire Ahead by Jahzzar (CC BY-SA)Click here to learn about Creative Commons licenses and meanings.Save Big on Your Next GigIf you have a film or photo shoot here in the U.S., look no further than Lens Pro To Go for all your rental needs. Get premium service and support from people who are themselves working filmmakers and photographers. Podcast listeners get a 10% discount when you use the offer code "radio."

How long will change take? Should we all just settle in and "wait for a new generation"?Rahm Emmanuel, former White House Chief of Staff, Mayor of Chicago and brother of Ari Emmanual of WME was once quoted in the New York Times saying, "We can't kick the can down the road because we've run out of road." In today's episode, miniseries co-producer and a recurring guest on the show, Yolanda T. Cochran takes the reigns again to ponder what we should realistically expect by way of change in gender parity and politics.Fellow podcaster, Julie Harris Walker (of "the other 50%" - a Herstory of Hollywood and Herstory of Tech) joins us in the early days of her podcast to share thoughts on: what she's learned from talking to women executives in the business, where the women's movement may have had some shortcomings, and what the outlook of change is looking like.Likewise, Courtney Daniels, actress, producer and founder of Busted Buggy Entertainment gives some input on whether a "united front" from women is either viable or effective for women in high places in the biz.And finally, an excerpt from Ryan Murphy's acceptance speech for The Hollywood Reporter's inaugural Equity in Entertainment award makes a case for the argument that patience may not be a virtue.About the Mini-seriesBreaking the Glass is a Radio Film School podcast mini-series and short film docu-series addressing the issues of gender inequality in film and television. You can catch all the podcast and video episodes at daredreamer.fm/breakingtheglass.Support Our Sponsors and You Support the ShowSong Freedom: when you need high-quality music for your productions, including mainstream music as well as “oldies but goodies”. Sign up for a new account at songfreedom.com/radio and get a free standard gold level license worth $30.VideoBlocks: a subscription-based stock media company that gives you unlimited access to premium stock footage everyone can afford. Unlimited daily downloads from a library of 115,000+ HD video clips, After Effects templates, motion backgrounds, and cinemagraphs. Click here for a 7-day free trial allowing you to download up to 140 pieces of content. You can also sign up for their annual plan which is $99 for unlimited access to their library.MusicMusic in this episode was curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Songs in order of appearance were:Little Wooden Churchby The Trumpeteers (CC BY)Night on the Docksby Kevin MacLeod (CC BY)Explodeby Kellee Maize (CC BY)Pigalleby Jahzzar (CC BY-SA)Julyby Kai Engel (CC BY)Sunsetby Kai Engel (CC BY)Takeoverby Kellee Maize (CC BY)

In keeping with our Star Wars theme this week, today we discuss their strong female characters and how well the series passes the Bechdel Test.The latest two entries into the Star Wars universe have had strong female leads at the center. Show regulars JD and Yolanda T. Cochran join me today in this special episode to discuss that role that strong women have played in the various franchise installments.We also get into how many of the films pass the Bechdel Test. The test sets up three simple parameters for a movie: 1) you have two or more female characters, 2) they talk to one another, and 3) they talk about something other than a man. Is the test a valid one for determining a film's gender diversity? About the Mini-seriesBreaking the Glass is a Radio Film School podcast mini-series and short film docu-series addressing the issues of gender inequality in film and television. You can catch all the podcast and video episodes at daredreamer.fm/breakingtheglass.Support Our Sponsors and You Support the ShowSong Freedom: when you need high-quality music for your productions, including mainstream music as well as "oldies but goodies". Sign up for a new account at songfreedom.com/radio and get a free standard gold level license worth $30.VideoBlocks: a subscription-based stock media company that gives you unlimited access to premium stock footage everyone can afford. Unlimited daily downloads from a library of 115,000+ HD video clips, After Effects templates, motion backgrounds, and cinemagraphs. Click here for a 7-day free trial allowing you to download up to 140 pieces of content. You can also sign up for their annual plan which is $99 for unlimited access to their library.MusicMusic in this episode was actually curated from Kevin MacLeod's Incompetech.com. "Rynos Theme" (CC BY).

I've had a heavy heart as of late during this U.S. Presidential election. I wanted to take some time to share my plea to the leaders in the creative arts community.Last week we had a special post-election "Breaking the Glass" bonus produced and largely recorded by breaking the glass co-producer Yolanda T. Cochran. The episode was bittersweet in that it was written and recorded before the election results, so there was a certain sense of hopefulness in Yolanda’s voice that we were on the verge of having our first woman president. So I recorded an epilogue to her episode to provide context. I also used that epilogue to address what I’ve seen going on in the photography and filmmaking communities. That part of the epilogue is what you’re about to hear.So, if you listened to that entire "Breaking the Glass" episode, you don’t need to listen to this. But I wanted to share my thoughts and feelings with this industry that has meant so much to me for so long.I think this message is self-explanatory. If it resonates with you, please share it.Music in this EpisodeMusic was curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. In order of appearance, the music in this episode was:That Kid In the Fourth Grade Who Really Liked the Denver Broncos by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)I Can’t Imagine Where I’d Be Without You by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)Click here to learn about Creative Commons licenses and meanings.

Radio Film School show regular and Breaking the Glass co-producer Yolanda T. Cochran has a special episode created for you today. It's a message of what it means to be a woman pursuing power and influence in today's culture. It's centered around the events of the 2016 presidential election, but it holds value and meaning for women (and men frankly) in the film and television business, and in all walks of life.Then afterward, I give my own post-election commentary and epilogue specifically aimed at my friends and colleagues in the creative arts industry. About the Mini-seriesBreaking the Glass is a Radio Film School podcast mini-series and short film docu-series addressing the issues of gender inequality in film and television. You can catch all the podcast and video episodes at daredreamer.fm/breakingtheglass.VideosWe All Belong HereChisolm '72: Unbought and UnbossedOther ResourcesAmerica Loves Women Like Hillary Clinton...As Long as They're Not Asking for a Promotion (Quartz Article)MusicMusic in this episode was curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Songs in order of appearance were:It's Always Too Late to Star Over by Chris Zabriskie Montmarte by Jahzzar (CC BY-SA)Another Version of You by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)I Am the Man Who Will Fight for Your Honor (CC BY)Rewound by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)That Kid In the Fourth Grade Who Really Liked the Denver Broncos by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)I Can't Imagine Where I'd Be Without You by Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)Click here to learn about Creative Commons licenses and meanings.

Perhaps one of the reasons the gender inequality issue in the entertainment business is so pervasive is how we men interact with one another.Sexual harassment is no joking matter, and the topic has become a focus in the entertainment biz with the recent resignation of Fox News president Roger Ailes after allegations by popular Fox anchors like Megyn Kelly and Gretchen Carlson of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct . In today's episode, miniseries co-producer Yolanda T. Cochran is back with her business partner Christina Kremer to discuss an issue related to this topic that may literally frighten you.We also get some funny yet pointed perspective from my friend and Being Boss podcast co-host Kathleen Shannon of Braid Creative.About the Mini-seriesBreaking the Glass is a Radio Film School podcast mini-series and short film docu-series addressing the issues of gender inequality in film and television. You can catch all the podcast and video episodes at daredreamer.fm/breakingtheglass.The Docu-Series is Now LiveThe first installment of the short film docu-seires is now live. Check it out!SponsorsWhen you visit or support our sponsors you support the show.Song Freedom: when you need high-quality music for your productions, including mainstream music as well as "oldies but goodies". Sign up for a new account at songfreedom.com/radio and get a free standard gold level license worth $30.VideoBlocks: a subscription-based stock media company that gives you unlimited access to premium stock footage everyone can afford. Unlimited daily downloads from a library of 115,000+ HD video clips, After Effects templates, motion backgrounds, and cinemagraphs. Click here for a 7-day free trial allowing you to download up to 140 pieces of content. You can also sign up for their annual plan which is $99 for unlimited access to their library.We also want to give special thanks to these companies who are helping to spread the word to achieve gender equality in the biz:MusicMusic in this episode was curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Songs in order of appearance were:TRAVEL LIGHTby Jason Shaw (CC BY)Seven Notes in Black 3 - Albionby Ian Alex Mac (CC BY)NICE AND EASYby Jason Shaw (CC BY)Insomnia (Instrumental)by Josh Woodward (CC BY)I Got One Thing by Cullah (CC BY-SA)Referent Powerby Cullah (CC BY-SA)Click here to learn about Creative Commons licenses and meanings.Videos MentionedThat Apple Recruitment VideoThe Fortune Magazine Video Report

A new Radio Film School podcast mini-series that takes the first season's "Women in Film" series to a "whole 'nuther level!"What began as a simple suggestion by show regular Yolanda T. Cochran, grew to become both a podcast and a short film documentary series starring an impressive line-up of women in the film and television industry.This preview will sample what you will hear and see.Go to daredreamer.fm/breaking-the-glass to watch the film series trailer and learn about the female filmmaker video vignette submission guidelines and challenge.SPONSORSWhen you visit or support our sponsors you support the show.Song Freedom: when you need high-quality music for your productions, including mainstream music as well as "oldies but goodies". Sign up for a new account at songfreedom.com/radio and get a free standard gold level license worth $30.VideoBlocks: a subscription-based stock media company that gives you unlimited access to premium stock footage everyone can afford. Unlimited daily downloads from a library of 115,000+ HD video clips, After Effects templates, motion backgrounds and cinemagraphs. Click here for a 7-day free trial allowing you to download up to 140 pieces of content. You can also sign up for their annual plan which is $99 for unlimited access to their library.MusicMusic in this episode was curated from FreeMusicArchive.org. Songs in order of appearance were:Out of the Skies, Under the Earthby Chris Zabriskie (CC BY)Comfort to Youby Cullah (CC BY-SA) Aislingby Cullah (CC BY-SA)Insomnia (Instrumental)by Josh Woodward (CC BY)Yes Ma’amby Cullah (CC BY-SA)Brooksby Kai Engel (CC BY)