In this exciting episode, John and Brian are joined by Gigi Hawkins, an accomplished producer, writer, and filmmaker. The trio dives into Gigi's transition from ad sales to filmmaking, her decision to adopt the name 'Gigi,' and her journey making her first feature film 'I Really Love My Husband.' Gigi shares behind-the-scenes stories, including the challenges of casting and her creative process. She also opens up about her next projects and the challenges of making it in Hollywood. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring chat!

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:17 Meet Gigi Hawkins

00:46 Gigi's Name Transition

03:09 Gigi's Filmmaking Journey

05:20 Casting Challenges and Successes

09:26 Character Deep Dive: Kiki

13:04 The Art of Scriptwriting: Throwing Characters Through the Ringer

14:06 Movie Release and Festival Success

15:15 Career Transitions and Mentorship

18:46 The Power of Knowing Your Value

20:00 Future Projects and Industry Challenges

26:51 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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