Life in the Credits
156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsLife in the Credits is an educational podcast where hosts Susan Swarner and Ben Blohm learn about the entertainment industry from the people who work in it. They discuss the guest's career, a feature film, and play a game. For anyone who dreams of working on movies, wants to learn about film making, or loves watching shows. Support us at Patreon and our shop.
Executive Producer: Michelle Levin
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Music Composer: Steve Trowbridge Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinthecredits/support
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Episodes
127 Imaginary with Actor DeWanda Wise and Director Jeff Wadlow
May 09, 2024 22:45 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBDeWanda Wise, Actor, and Jeff Wadlow, Writer and Director, join Susan and Ben to discuss Imaginary, a 2024 horror movie. DeWanda shares what it’s like having a career as an actor for film, television, and theater. She discusses developing the character of Jessica, how she handles jump scare scenes, and the joy of working on Imaginary. DeWanda plays our “Killer Icons” game. Jeff shares what it’s like having a career as a writer and director. He discusses developing the screenplay for Imagina...
126 Paradise with Director and Writer Max Isaacson
March 27, 2024 01:07 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBMax Isaacson, Director, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Paradise, a 2024 action Western. Max shares what it’s like having a career as a writer and director of genre films. He discusses production design's influence on his directing, creating a postmodern take on the Western genre, and accidentally stealing the show at LCD Soundsystem’s final performance at Madison Square Garden. He also shares his favorite moments from the set of Paradise. Max plays our “Two Truths and a Bullet” game. Follow...
125 Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 with Director and Producer Rhys Frake Waterfield and Actor and Producer Scott Chambers
March 21, 2024 20:45 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBRhys Frake Waterfield, Director and Producer and Scott Chambers, Actor and Producer, join Susan and Ben to discuss Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2, a 2024 horror film. Rhys and Scott share what it’s like having careers producing and directing indie horror films. They discuss turning their childhood stories into scary movies, designing big kills on indie budget, and dodging flaming chainsaws on set. Rhys and Scott play our “All Grown Up” game. Follow Rhys on Instagram @rhys_frake_waterfie...
125: Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 with Director and Producer Rhys Frake Waterfield and Actor and Producer Scott Chambers
March 21, 2024 20:45 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBRhys Frake Waterfield, Director and Producer and Scott Chambers, Actor and Producer, join Susan and Ben to discuss Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2, a 2024 horror film. Rhys and Scott share what it’s like having careers producing and directing indie horror films. They discuss turning their childhood stories into scary movies, designing big kills on indie budget, and dodging flaming chainsaws on set. Rhys and Scott play our “All Grown Up” game. Follow Rhys on Instagram @rhys_frake_waterfie...
124 Close with Filmmaker and Fixer Satu Majava
March 07, 2024 22:33 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBSatu Majava, Filmmaker and Fixer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Close, a 2022 drama. Satu shares what it’s like having a career working as a fixer and producer in Finland. She discusses coordinating local resources for Somebody Feed Phil and Building Impossible, producing passion projects, and teaching international film crews how to brave Finland's environment. Satu plays our “Mad Props” game. Follow Satu on Instagram @satumajava or IMDb. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to he...
123 Mary Poppins with Showrunner, Producer, and Writer Phil Rosenthal
February 29, 2024 18:18 - 58 minutes - 81.2 MBPhil Rosenthal, Showrunner, Producer, and Writer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Mary Poppins, a 1964 musical comedy. Phil shares what it’s like having a career as a showrunner, producer, and writer for sitcoms and travel shows. He discusses using his own life stories for Everybody Loves Raymond, working with his brother Richard on Somebody Feed Phil, and launching the Naked Lunch podcast with his friend David Wild. Phil plays our “Everybody Loves Raymonds” game. Follow Phil on Instagram an...
122 Drugstore June with Director and Writer Nicholaus Goossen
February 22, 2024 15:00 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBNicholaus Goossen, Director and Writer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Drugstore June, a 2024 comedy. Nicholaus shares what it’s like having a career as a director and writer for film, TV, and music videos. He discusses creating Drugstore June with Esther Povitsky, working at Happy Madison Productions since it launched, and playing basketball with Adam Sandler on the set of The Wedding Singer. Nicholaus plays our “Unlikely Detectives” game. Follow Nicholaus on Instagram and Twitter @nickgoo...
121 Friday with Actress Angel Parker
February 15, 2024 23:18 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBAngel Parker, Actress, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Friday, a 1995 comedy. Angel shares what it’s like having a career as an actress in television, film, commercials, and video games. She discusses landing her first major role on the TV show LabRats, the importance of finding a community of fellow creatives, and filming Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas at Dollywood in Tennessee. Angel plays our “Future Projects” game. Follow Angel on Instagram @angelparkerla, Twitter @angelparker, ...
120: Cronos with Director, Producer, and Fixer Alex Roa
February 08, 2024 18:57 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBAlex Roa, Director, Producer, and Fixer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Cronos, a 1992 horror film. Alex shares what it’s like having a career as a director, producer, and fixer for documentaries and travel shows. He discusses highlighting Mexico’s culture on Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown and Somebody Feed Phil. He also describes starting his own production company, De Milagro Films. Alex plays our “Cult Classics” game. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexroa, Facebook at Alex Roa Director, or ...
120 Cronos with Director, Producer, and Fixer Alex Roa
February 08, 2024 18:57 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBAlex Roa, Director, Producer, and Fixer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Cronos, a 1992 horror film. Alex shares what it’s like having a career as a director, producer, and fixer for documentaries and travel shows. He discusses highlighting Mexico’s culture on Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown and Somebody Feed Phil. He also describes starting his own production company, De Milagro Films. Alex plays our “Cult Classics” game. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexroa, Facebook at Alex Roa Director, or ...
119 Searching with Director, Producer, and Editor Jane M. Wagner
February 01, 2024 20:58 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBJane M. Wagner, Director, Producer, and Editor, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Searching, a 2018 thriller. Jane shares what it’s like having a career as a documentary filmmaker and reality TV producer. She discusses her first job with filmmaker Marc H. Simon, creating Break the Game with American gamer and speedrunner Narcissa Wright, and premiering her documentary at the Tribeca Festival. Jane plays our “Movie Verbs” game. Follow Jane on Instagram @jwag_13, Twitter, @JaneMWagner or IMDb. F...
118 Promising Young Woman with President Britta von Schoeler
January 25, 2024 14:17 - 47 minutes - 66.1 MBBritta von Schoeler, President of Broadway Video Enterprises (BVE) at Broadway Video, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Promising Young Woman, a 2020 thriller. Britta shares what it’s like having a career leading global strategy for Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video Enterprises. She discusses reuniting the cast of Kids in the Hall, developing Kate McKinnon’s audio comedy, Heads Will Roll, creating international partnerships for Saturday Night Live, and co-chairing the Creative Alliance, a coalitio...
118: Promising Young Woman with President Britta von Schoeler
January 25, 2024 14:17 - 47 minutes - 66.1 MBBritta von Schoeler, President of Broadway Video Enterprises (BVE) at Broadway Video, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Promising Young Woman, a 2020 thriller. Britta shares what it’s like having a career leading global strategy for Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video Enterprises. She discusses reuniting the cast of Kids in the Hall, developing Kate McKinnon’s audio comedy, Heads Will Roll, creating international partnerships for Saturday Night Live, and co-chairing the Creative Alliance, a coalitio...
117 Zodiac with Writer and Producer Christian Becker
January 19, 2024 20:32 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBChristian Becker, Writer and Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Zodiac, a 2007 drama. Christian shares what it’s like having a career as an Associate Producer for documentaries and talk shows. He discusses working as an associate field producer for The Drew Barrymore Show, being a CBS page for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and producing a field segment with Millie Bobby Brown. Christian plays our “You’re Killin’ It” game. Follow Christian on Instagram @christian_becker, Twitter ...
117: Zodiac with Writer and Producer Christian Becker
January 19, 2024 20:32 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBChristian Becker, Writer and Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Zodiac, a 2007 drama. Christian shares what it’s like having a career as an Associate Producer for documentaries and talk shows. He discusses working as an associate field producer for The Drew Barrymore Show, being a CBS page for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and producing a field segment with Millie Bobby Brown. Christian plays our “You’re Killin’ It” game. Follow Christian on Instagram @christian_becker, Twitter ...
116 A League of Their Own with Chief Executive Officer Madeline Moitozo
January 11, 2024 02:22 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MBMadeline Moitozo, Founder and CEO of Juniper Media, joins Susan and Ben to discuss A League of Their Own, a 1992 comedy. Madeline shares what it’s like having a career creating social impact through storytelling. She discusses producing Indeed's campaign for fair chance hiring, working on the team that started Daily Vice, and driving a Buddhist nun to the Hollywood sign. Madeline plays our “A League Of Their Own Owns” game. Follow Madeline on Instagram @madelinemoitozo, as well as Facebook ...
115: American Graffiti with Writer, Producer, and Influencer Bill Oakley
December 22, 2023 19:29 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBBill Oakley, Writer, Producer, and Influencer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss American Graffiti, a 1973 comedy. Bill shares what it’s like having a career as a writer and showrunner for The Simpsons and Mission Hill, as well as a food influencer. He discusses transitioning from staff writer to showrunner on The Simpsons, writing Space 1969, a retro sci-fi starring Natasha Lyonne, using social media to become “The Gordon Ramsey of Fast Food,” and founding The Steamed Hams Society. Bill plays ...
115 American Graffiti with Writer, Producer, and Influencer Bill Oakley
December 22, 2023 19:29 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBBill Oakley, Writer, Producer, and Influencer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss American Graffiti, a 1973 comedy. Bill shares what it’s like having a career as a writer and showrunner for The Simpsons and Mission Hill, as well as a food influencer. He discusses transitioning from staff writer to showrunner on The Simpsons, writing Space 1969, a retro sci-fi starring Natasha Lyonne, using social media to become “The Gordon Ramsey of Fast Food,” and founding The Steamed Hams Society. Bill plays ...
114 The Royal Tenenbaums with Brand Strategist Hilary Young
December 14, 2023 15:24 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBHilary Young, Brand Strategist, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Royal Tenenbaums, a 2001 comedy. Hilary shares what it’s like having a career as a marketing consultant specializing in brand and content strategy. She discusses landing her first internship with Deborah Roberts at ABC News, working as Stephen Colbert’s assistant at the start of The Colbert Report, producing sponsored content at College Humor, and chilling with Willie Nelson at Radio City Music Hall. She also shares the chall...
114: The Royal Tenenbaums with Brand Strategist Hilary Young
December 14, 2023 15:24 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBHilary Young, Brand Strategist, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Royal Tenenbaums, a 2001 comedy. Hilary shares what it’s like having a career as a marketing consultant specializing in brand and content strategy. She discusses landing her first internship with Deborah Roberts at ABC News, working as Stephen Colbert’s assistant at the start of The Colbert Report, producing sponsored content at College Humor, and chilling with Willie Nelson at Radio City Music Hall. She also shares the chall...
113: Triangle of Sadness with Senior Development Coordinator Rheanna Sorenson
November 30, 2023 00:22 - 42 minutes - 59.2 MBRheanna Sorenson, Senior Development Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Triangle of Sadness, a 2022 comedy drama. Rheanna shares what it’s like having a career as a Senior Development Coordinator in unscripted, reality television. She discusses working as a Paramount Studios Page, getting her foot in the door at The Late Late Show with James Corden, dealing with rejection in the pitch process, and working on Friends: The Reunion. Rheanna plays our “We’re Gonna Need A Bigger Boat” ga...
113 Triangle of Sadness with Senior Development Coordinator Rheanna Sorenson
November 30, 2023 00:22 - 42 minutes - 59.2 MBRheanna Sorenson, Senior Development Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Triangle of Sadness, a 2022 comedy drama. Rheanna shares what it’s like having a career as a Senior Development Coordinator in unscripted, reality television. She discusses working as a Paramount Studios Page, getting her foot in the door at The Late Late Show with James Corden, dealing with rejection in the pitch process, and working on Friends: The Reunion. Rheanna plays our “We’re Gonna Need A Bigger Boat” ga...
112: Rushmore with Creative Director Jillian Maryonovich
November 22, 2023 23:47 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBJillian Maryonovich, Creative Director, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Rushmore, a 1998 comedy. Jillian shares what it’s like having a career on the entertainment side of politics. She discusses her role as the Creative Director in the Obama White House, the role that storytelling plays in politics, and her time as a Graphic Designer on Tooning Out the News. She also talks about running the official Rush fan club and teaching improv games at Camp David. Jillian plays our “Let’s Get Schooled”...
112 Rushmore with Creative Director Jillian Maryonovich
November 22, 2023 23:47 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBJillian Maryonovich, Creative Director, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Rushmore, a 1998 comedy. Jillian shares what it’s like having a career on the entertainment side of politics. She discusses her role as the Creative Director in the Obama White House, the role that storytelling plays in politics, and her time as a Graphic Designer on Tooning Out the News. She also talks about running the official Rush fan club and teaching improv games at Camp David. Jillian plays our “Let’s Get Schooled”...
111: The Sandlot with Digital Executive Producer Adam Abramson
November 16, 2023 20:37 - 1 hour - 98 MBAdam Abramson, Digital Executive Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Sandlot, a 1993 comedy. Adam shares what it’s like having a career as a Digital Executive Producer for The Late Late Show with James Corden. He discusses building the digital identity of The Late Late Show With James Corden from start to finish. He also talks about creating his own company, Row Z, and performing live band karaoke with Prince at the SNL 40th anniversary party. Adam plays our “You’re killing me, Smal...
111 The Sandlot with Digital Executive Producer Adam Abramson
November 16, 2023 20:37 - 1 hour - 98 MBAdam Abramson, Digital Executive Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Sandlot, a 1993 comedy. Adam shares what it’s like having a career as a Digital Executive Producer for The Late Late Show with James Corden. He discusses building the digital identity of The Late Late Show With James Corden from start to finish. He also talks about creating his own company, Row Z, and performing live band karaoke with Prince at the SNL 40th anniversary party. Adam plays our “You’re killing me, Smal...
110: Pencils vs Pixels with Directors Bay Dariz and Phil Earnest
November 08, 2023 22:47 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBBay Dariz and Phil Earnest, Directors, join Susan and Ben to discuss Pencils vs. Pixels, a 2023 documentary. Bay and Phil share what it’s like having a career as the directors and producers of Pencils vs. Pixels. They discuss the film's inspiration, sharing directing duties, meeting their animation heroes, and filming the interviews in Walt Disney’s former Los Angeles home. Bay and Phil play our “Animated Movie Minute” game. Follow Bay on Instagram and Twitter @baydariz or IMDb. Follow Phil...
110 Pencils vs Pixels with Directors Bay Dariz and Phil Earnest
November 08, 2023 22:47 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBBay Dariz and Phil Earnest, Directors, join Susan and Ben to discuss Pencils vs. Pixels, a 2023 documentary. Bay and Phil share what it’s like having a career as the directors and producers of Pencils vs. Pixels. They discuss the film's inspiration, sharing directing duties, meeting their animation heroes, and filming the interviews in Walt Disney’s former Los Angeles home. Bay and Phil play our “Animated Movie Minute” game. Follow Bay on Instagram and Twitter @baydariz or IMDb. Follow Phil...
109 Shrek 2 with Digital and Social Producer Alisha Zafar
November 02, 2023 16:34 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBAlisha Zafar, Digital and Social Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Shrek 2, a 2004 animated comedy. Alisha shares what it’s like having a career as a producer on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. She discusses the experience and network she gained while in the NBCUniversal Page Program, how the digital team maintains the voice of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert across social media platforms, and filming the digital segment “Feature Film Faves” with Ben Schwartz. Alisha plays our ...
109: Shrek 2 with Digital and Social Producer Alisha Zafar
November 02, 2023 16:34 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBAlisha Zafar, Digital and Social Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Shrek 2, a 2004 animated comedy. Alisha shares what it’s like having a career as a producer on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. She discusses the experience and network she gained while in the NBCUniversal Page Program, how the digital team maintains the voice of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert across social media platforms, and filming the digital segment “Feature Film Faves” with Ben Schwartz. Alisha plays our ...
108 Young Frankenstein with Actor and SAG-AFTRA Strike Captain Brendan Bradley
October 27, 2023 01:42 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBBrendan Bradley, Actor and SAG-AFTRA Strike Captain, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Young Frankenstein, a 1974 comedy. Brendan shares what it’s like having a career as “America’s Scrappy Storyteller." He discusses being Staples spokesperson, creating his live virtual reality theater productions, and establishing The Integrative Technology Lab with NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, his alma mater. He also explains the importance of the SAG-AFTRA Strike and volunteering as a strike captain. Bren...
108: Young Frankenstein with Actor and SAG-AFTRA Strike Captain Brendan Bradley
October 26, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBBrendan Bradley, Actor and SAG-AFTRA Strike Captain, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Young Frankenstein, a 1974 comedy. Brendan shares what it’s like having a career as “America’s Scrappy Storyteller." He discusses being Staples spokesperson, creating his live virtual reality theater productions, and establishing The Integrative Technology Lab with NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, his alma mater. He also explains the importance of the SAG-AFTRA Strike and volunteering as a strike captain. Bren...
107 The Devil Wears Prada with Writer and Script Coordinator Alyssa Feller
October 16, 2023 20:14 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBAlyssa Feller, Writer and Script Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Devil Wears Prada, a 2006 comedy-drama. Alyssa shares what it’s like having a career as a script coordinator and freelance writer for Frog and Toad on Apple TV+. She discusses how her role evolved during the show, creating the world of Frog and Toad, finding career inspiration in Tina Fey’s Bossypants, and working with SpongeBob SquarePants voiceover actor, Tom Kenny. Alyssa plays our “Who Wore It Better” game. ...
107: The Devil Wears Prada with Writer and Script Coordinator Alyssa Feller
October 16, 2023 20:14 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBAlyssa Feller, Writer and Script Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Devil Wears Prada, a 2006 comedy-drama. Alyssa shares what it’s like having a career as a script coordinator and freelance writer for Frog and Toad on Apple TV+. She discusses how her role evolved during the show, creating the world of Frog and Toad, finding career inspiration in Tina Fey’s Bossypants, and working with SpongeBob SquarePants voiceover actor, Tom Kenny. Alyssa plays our “Who Wore It Better” game. ...
106 The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou with Director of IU’s BFA Cinematic Arts Craig Erpelding
October 06, 2023 16:02 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBCraig Erpelding, Director of Indiana University's BFA in Cinematic Arts, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, a 2004 comedy. Craig shares what it’s like having a career teaching at The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington. He discusses working in media management for Mind Games and Empire, what a “daily” is, and helping Indiana legislators create a film industry state tax incentive. He discusses how he wrote the book, Filmmaking with Intention: A Compr...
107 The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou with Director of IU’s BFA Cinematic Arts Craig Erpelding
October 06, 2023 16:02 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBCraig Erpelding, Director of Indiana University's BFA in Cinematic Arts, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, a 2004 comedy. Craig shares what it’s like having a career teaching at The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington. He discusses media management for Mind Games and Empire, what a “daily” is, and helping Indiana legislators create a film industry state tax incentive. He describes how he wrote the textbook, Filmmaking with Intention: A Comprehensiv...
106 Seeking A Friend For The End Of The World with Segment Director and Senior Producer Jake Plunkett
September 28, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBJake Plunkett, Segment Director and Senior Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, a 2012 comedy. Jake shares what it’s like having a career as a segment director and senior producer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He discusses how the segment director operates parallel to the writing department, the process of making a Late Show segment, previously working at Saturday Night Live, and creating the Lord of the Rings Rap music video with the ...
105 Look Who’s Back with Senior Footage Producer David Sokoler
September 11, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBDavid Sokoler, Senior Footage Producer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Look Who’s Back, a 2015 satirical comedy. David shares what it’s like having a career as a senior footage producer at The Problem with Jon Stewart. He discusses where his role fits into the show’s production process, how selling vegetables on Cape Cod led to him working for Meredith Vieira, and creating his own video storytelling company, Hiro Stories. He also shares the saga of herding a donkey, alpaca, llama, mini zebra...
104 The Prince of Egypt with Storyboard Artist Meridian Gray Culpepper
August 31, 2023 16:40 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MBMeridian Gray Culpepper, Storyboard Artist, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Prince of Egypt, a 1998 animated film. Meridian shares what it’s like having a career as a storyboard artist at Skydance Animation. She discusses her mother encouraging her to apply for a Pixar job, jumpstarting her career in the WIA Mentorship Program, and speaking up in a development meeting at Pixar. She explains technology’s impact on her storyboarding job and her passion for mentoring upcoming artists. Meridi...
103 The Big Lebowski with Host of “L.A. in a Minute” Evan Lovett
August 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBEvan Lovett, host of L.A. in a Minute, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Big Lebowski, a 1998 comedy. Evan shares what it’s like creating L.A. in a Minute, a show highlighting the history and culture of Los Angeles in three minutes or less. He discusses creating special episodes for organizations like Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and Ralph’s supermarkets, visiting schools to teach students history. He also speaks about the realities of being a content creator, the day-to-day of making th...
102 Best in Show with Writer and Showrunner’s Assistant Julianne Turkel
August 17, 2023 21:43 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBJulianne Turkel, Writer and Showrunner’s Assistant, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Best In Show, a 2000 comedy. Julianne shares what it’s like having a career as a showrunner’s assistant on shows like Night Court and The Three of Us. She discusses the process of co-writing a TV episode, her time as a social producer for The Late Late Show with James Corden as well as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the challenges of learning to advocate for yourself, and creating her own podcast, The Bew...
101 Modern Times with Writers and WGA Strike Captains Erin Conley, Jackie Penn, and Aaron Harberts
August 09, 2023 20:17 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBErin Conley, Jackie Penn, and Aaron Harberts, Writers and WGA Strike Captains, join Susan and Ben to discuss Modern Times, a 1936 comedy. Erin, Jackie, and Aaron break down why the WGA is on strike, the responsibilities of a strike captain on the picket line, how social media has made it easier to garner support through public awareness, and favorite solidarity moments on the picket line. Erin, Jackie and Aaron play our “Actor Movie Actor” game. Follow Erin on Instagram and Twitter @erinsk...
Modern Times with Writers & WGA Strike Captains Erin Conley, Jackie Penn, and Aaron Harberts
August 09, 2023 20:17 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBErin Conley, Jackie Penn, and Aaron Harberts, Writers and WGA Strike Captains, join Susan and Ben to discuss Modern Times, a 1936 comedy. Erin, Jackie, and Aaron break down why the WGA is on strike, the responsibilities of a strike captain on the picket line, how social media has made it easier to garner support through public awareness, and favorite solidarity moments on the picket line. Erin, Jackie and Aaron play our “Actor Movie Actor” game. Follow Erin on Instagram and Twitter @erinsk...
100 Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Superbad, and Predator with ‘Go Flix Yourself’ and ‘The Ten to One’ Hosts Brad Oman, Ben Konowitz, and Nate Loucks
August 04, 2023 22:27 - 1 hour - 111 MBBrad Oman, Ben Konowitz, and Nate Loucks, hosts of the podcasts Go Flix Yourself and The Ten to One, join Susan and Ben to discuss three films: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Superbad, and Predator. Brad, Ben and Nate discuss launching Go Flix Yourself as well as The Ten to One, which showcases their mutual love of SNL. They describe how to build culture among the hosts and listeners. They explore the important role that movies have in their lives, the joy that fan feedback brings th...
099 About My Father with Director Laura Terruso
July 28, 2023 03:22 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBLaura Terruso, Director, Writer, Producer joins Susan and Ben to discuss About My Father, a 2023 comedy. Laura shares what it’s like having a career as a director of feature films. She discusses enrolling at NYU's graduate film program at the Tisch School of the Arts at 28 years old, writing Hello, My Name Is Doris with Michael Showalter, connecting personally with About My Father’s script, and directing Robert De Niro. She also shares behind the scenes stories from About My Father. Laura pl...
098 The Thin Man with Writers and Directors Cat Youell and Brad Crowe
July 23, 2023 14:16 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBCat Youell and Brad Crowe, Writers and Directors, join Susan and Ben to discuss The Thin Man, a 1934 mystery-comedy. Cat and Brad share what it’s like pursuing careers as writers while working as stand-ins for TV. They share their experience meeting at USC's MFA program, standing-in for Kaitlin Olson on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and learning about stunts and effects on the CW’s Supergirl set. They also discuss watching the rewrite process on the set of Veep, launching Minx Pictures ...
097 The Edge of Seventeen with Writer’s Assistant and Freelance Writer Joseph Mwamba
July 14, 2023 15:48 - 1 hour - 105 MBJoseph Mwamba, Writer’s Assistant and Freelance Writer, joins Susan and Ben to discuss The Edge of Seventeen, a 2016 comedy-drama. Joseph shares what it’s like having a career as a writer’s assistant for Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell on Netflix. He discusses his time as a writer’s PA on You and The Afterparty, how his parents taught him to “be undeniable,” and his experience writing a Splinter Cell episode. He also talks about the importance of vertical and horizontal networking on a career and...
096 Mr. Deeds with Executive Assistant David Hopping
July 07, 2023 14:12 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBDavid Hopping, Executive Assistant at Team Coco, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Mr. Deeds, a 2002 comedy. David shares what it’s like having a career as an executive assistant for Conan O’Brien and Jeff Ross. He discusses interning at Lighthearted Entertainment in LA, speaking with Kimmy Gibbler’s dad while leading a Warner Bros. Studio Tour, launching Back to the Best, a ‘90s pop culture podcast, and meeting Michelle Obama on Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend. David reminisces about MTV’s Room R...
095 My Name Is Joe with Voice Actor Ed Cunningham
June 30, 2023 03:16 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBEd Cunningham, Voice Actor, joins Susan and Ben to discuss My Name Is Joe, a 1998 romantic drama. Ed shares what it’s like having a career as an actor, voice actor, and teacher within the theatrical, commercial, and gaming industries. He discusses narrating the Discovery Channel's Surgery Saved My Life and voicing an action sequence for Mark Wahlberg’s character in Lone Survivor. He describes “looping,” the process of adding additional dialogue to a project, Joe Cappelletti’s loop group, The...
094 John Wick 4 with Stunt Coordinator and 2nd Unit Director Scott Rogers & Stunt Coordinator Stephen Dunlevy
June 10, 2023 19:53 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MBScott Rogers, Stunt Coordinator and 2nd Unit Director, joins Susan and Ben to discuss John Wick 4, a 2023 neo-noir action thriller. Scott shares a stunt coordinator's responsibilities, how he designed and directed the Arc de Triomphe sequence, how Director Chad Stahelski’s background in stunts elevates the John Wick franchise, and shooting an historic driving scene with Keanu Reeves. Scott plays our “Wicked Stunts” game. Stephen Dunlevy, Stunt Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to share a stu...