Mentors on the Mic: Your guide to pursuing a career in the Entertainment industry

Mentors on the Mic: Your guide to pursuing a career in the Entertainment industry

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  • Tribeca Shorts Film Roundtable panel "Love Fictionally" with Kaily Morgan Smith, Drew Van Steenbergen, Ty Molbak, Maggie and Tyler Brown

    I had the pleasure of speaking with some of the filmmakers of the 'Love Fictionally' Shorts film block at the 25th Anniversary season of the Tribeca Festival.

    These films premiered at Tribeca on Friday, June 25th, with additional screenings on Saturday, June 13th at 8:30pm and Sunday, June 14th at 2:00pm. I moderated a Q&A after the screening on June 13th.

    The description for this block is: Take a humorous, heated and heartfelt journey through love and relationships.

    KAILY MORGAN SMITH | Director & Producer of 'General Admission'

    Starring Nina Dobrev, Adam Shapiro, Cedric Yarbrough, Sarah Baker

    Kaily Morgan Smith is a director, writer, producer, and entrepreneur originally from Denver, Colorado. Her acting credits include THE OFFICE, GILMORE GIRLS, and FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL. In 2012, Kaily relocated to New York City after being cast as Alicia Silverstone’s understudy in the Broadway production of THE PERFORMERS. In addition to her creative work, Kaily is the co-founder of SeriesFest, a nonprofit organization dedicated to championing artists at the forefront of episodic storytelling. Kaily is the founder of Kind Spirit Studios, her current production company focused on developing bold, character-driven stories with a particular emphasis on female-driven narratives across film and television.

    DREW VAN STEENBERGEN | Director Writer & Actor of 'Buckets'

    Starring Drew Van Steenbergen

    Drew van Steenbergen is an award-winning editor and director with work spanning commercials, narrative series, shorts and interactive storytelling. He serves as the lead editor for Spotify and The Ringer’s Golden Globe winning podcast, “Good Hang with Amy Poehler” and has edited series for Paramount+, Hulu, Disney, ABC, and Comedy Central. Drew has also cut high-profile commercial campaigns for such clients as DoorDash, Bank of America, and NBC’s Abbott Elementary – earning accolades including Clio Awards, Best Editing at the NYTV Festival, and Best Short Film at OutFest LA. 

    TY MOLBAK | Director & Writer of 'You Tryna Say You Love Me?'

    Starring Asante Blackk, Malia Pyles

    Ty Molbak (Director, Writer, Producer) was raised between New Orleans, Louisiana, and Whidbey Island, Washington. You Tryna Say You Love Me? marks his first short film with dialogue. As an actor, Ty recently appeared in Hamlet directed by Tony nominee Robert O’Hara and is best known for starring in the BAFTA-winning interactive project Immortality by Sam Barlow which premiered at Tribeca in 2022. Additional credits include Damien Chazelle’s Babylon, Master (Sundance & SXSW 2022), Next Exit (Tribeca 2022), She Taught Love (Hulu), and Law & Order, portraying the counterpart to Luigi Mangione in the series’ viral episode.

    Directing credits include TAN (a dance-film featuring dancers from San Francisco Ballet), SCORCH (a one-person play), Mary Poppins (reimagined with shadow puppetry), and Something Yellow (a silent short acquired by IndieFlix). Ty is also the founder of Blue Collaborative, a nonprofit production company  where he’s produced projects starring actors like Kaia Gerber, Bob Odenkirk, and Nat Wolff. He attended LMU’s School of Film and Television before transferring to Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts and Shakespeare’s Globe in London to study acting. 

    MAGGIE AND TYLER BROWN | Directors & Writers of 'One Night'

    Starring Rain Spencer, Jackson Reid Kelly, Jahking Guillory

    Maggie Brown is a filmmaker and advocate for menstrual equity. In middle school, she co-founded The Pad Project, a nonprofit dedicated to ending period stigma worldwide. At 15, she was the associate producer of the Oscar-winning Netflix documentary Period. End of Sentence. (2019). Now 22, Brown graduated from Columbia University, where she spent her senior year interning at A24. One Night marks her official narrative directorial debut. The short, which she co-wrote and directed with her brother, will have its world premiere at the 2026 Tribeca Festival.

    Tyler Brown is a director whose work spans music, film, and animation. He has collaborated with Gary Oldman, Duran Duran, Def Leppard, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Trent Reznor. His credits include Willa Amai’s “What’s Up” (1.4M+ views). He writes at Sony Pictures Animation and has been featured in Variety, THR, and Billboard.

    Special Thanks to Ben Thompson and Alan Seales

    Host:

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    Becoming... VP of Shorts Programming of Tribeca Festival Ben Thompson

    Sponsor:

    Thank you to our sponsor ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and ⁠Studio Pilates Cobble Hill⁠!

    Check out the Intro offer here for ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and the Intro Offer for ⁠Studio Pilates Cobble Hill⁠.

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    55 min
  • Tribeca: Actress Pauline Chalamet and Showrunners Isabelle Platt & Sofya Levitsky-Weitz for SWITCH

    SWITCH had it's World Premiere at the Tribeca Festival 2026 in the Indie TV Narrative Showcase.

    Public 1 (Premiere) Screening - Sunday, June 7 at 8:30PM at Shorts Theater at Spring StudiosPublic 2 Screening - Monday, June 8 at 6:30PM at AMC 19th St. East 6

    Public 3 Screening - Sunday, June 14 at 2:15 PM at AMC 19th St. East 6

    Sponsor:

    Thank you to our sponsor Studio Pilates South Slope and Studio Pilates Cobble Hill!

    Check out the Intro offer here for Studio Pilates South Slope and the Intro Offer for Studio Pilates Cobble Hill.

    6 classes for only $60!!!

    PAULINE CHALAMET (Lena)

    Pauline Chalamet is quickly becoming one of Hollywood’s most sought-after rising stars. Pauline can soon be seen in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” Chalamet recently starred in season three of the critically acclaimed HBO Max original comedy series, “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” alongside Reneé Rapp, Amrit Kaur, and Alyah Chanelle Scott. Created by Mindy Kaling and Justin Noble, the series follows four suitemates attending a New England college, as they navigate academics, campus politics, new friendships, and busy sex lives.ISABELLE PLATT (Showrunner, Screenwriter, Director, Ep 1)Isabelle is a queer writer/director from Portland, Oregon, currently based in Los Angeles. She holds an MFA in screenwriting from Brooklyn College’s Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema. Her work has been shown at numerous festivals, including the International Film Festival of Rotterdam and Bushwick Film Festival. Her stories employ humor, heart, and the fantastical to explore gay stuff, identity crises, and shifting familial relationships. She believes in the power of the rom-com.

    SOFYA LEVITSKY-WEITZ (Showrunner, Screenwriter, Director, Ep 1)

    Sofya Levitsky-Weitz is a playwright and TV/film writer. She has original TV projects in development with Hulu, 20th Century Studios and Fifth Season. TV work includes FX’s THE BEAR (WGA Award for Outstanding New Comedy for S1 & 2), Hulu’s THE DROPOUT (WGA Nomination), GASLIT on Starz and asa writer/producer on Hulu’s THE TWISTED TALE OF AMANDA KNOX.

    Levitsky-Weitz has an original film in development–which she will direct–with Marc Platt and has worked on multiple features with Michael Showalter including THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE. As a playwright, Sofya’s work has been developed in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Her play FLINCHING is currentlybeing developed by the Hearth for an LA premiere. Her play THIS PARTY SUCKS (2019 Kilroy’s List) is optioned for the stage/film & TV rights by Mark Gordon Pictures and is slated for commercial production.

    Guest:

    Pauline's IMDb

    Isabelle's IMDb Isabelle's Website

    Sofya's IMDb Sofya's Website

    Host:

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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

    ⁠5th Anniversary Episode - Tribeca Festival Favorites (Best Feature Film, Short film, Doc, Pilot, Talk)

    42 min
  • Tribeca: Red Carpet w/ Actors Rain Spencer and Gabriel Basso for the World Premiere of Iconocolast

    Iconoclast had its World Premiere at the Tribeca Festival 2026 on Tuesday, June 9th.

    Sponsor:

    Thank you to our sponsor ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and ⁠Studio Pilates Cobble Hill⁠!

    Check out the Intro offer here for ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and the ⁠Intro Offer for Studio Pilates Cobble Hill.⁠

    6 classes for only $60!!!

    Gabriel Basso (The Night Agent) writes, directs and stars in this tightly coiled psychological thriller. A reclusive loner's obsession with a live-streaming influencer reshapes his entire existence through one unsettling choice at a time.

    Connor (Gabriel Basso) is going nowhere: Dead-end job, no real footing in the world, and a growing fixation on Nika (Courtney Eaton), a live-streaming influencer who has no idea he exists. He starts reshaping himself around her: lifting weights, learning to shoot guns and building a version of himself he thinks she'd want. His colleague Morgan (Rain Spencer) is the only thing keeping him tethered to reality, but she's losing her grip.

    Gabriel Basso is known for The Night Agent, Hillbilly Elegy, The Kings of Summer, and A House of Dynamite. He wrote, directed and starred in Iconoclast.

    Rain Spencer is known for The Summer I Turned Pretty, Good Girl Jane, One Night, and Big Girls Don't Cry.

    The film also stars: Noah Centineo, Kiernan Shipka, and Courtney Eaton.

    Guest:

    Rain Spencer's IMDb

    Gabriel Basso's IMDb

    Host:

    Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichelleSimoneMiller⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

    ⁠⁠5th Anniversary Episode - Tribeca Festival Favorites (Best Feature Film, Short film, Doc, Pilot, Talk)

    11 min
  • Tribeca: Pauline Chalamet and Showrunners Isabelle Platt & Sofya Levitsky-Weitz for premiere of SWITCH

    SWITCH had it's World Premiere at the Tribeca Festival 2026 in the Indie TV Narrative Showcase.

    Public 1 (Premiere) Screening - Sunday, June 7 at 8:30PM at Shorts Theater at Spring StudiosPublic 2 Screening - Monday, June 8 at 6:30PM at AMC 19th St. East 6

    Public 3 Screening - Sunday, June 14 at 2:15 PM at AMC 19th St. East 6

    Sponsor:

    Thank you to our sponsor Studio Pilates South Slope and Studio Pilates Cobble Hill!

    Check out the Intro offer here for Studio Pilates South Slope and the Intro Offer for Studio Pilates Cobble Hill.

    6 classes for only $60!!!

    PAULINE CHALAMET (Lena) Pauline Chalamet is quickly becoming one of Hollywood’s most sought-after rising stars. Pauline can soon be seen in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” Chalamet recently starred in season three of the critically acclaimed HBO Max original comedy series, “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” alongside Reneé Rapp, Amrit Kaur, and Alyah Chanelle Scott. Created by Mindy Kaling and Justin Noble, the series follows four suitemates attending a New England college, as they navigate academics, campus politics, new friendships, and busy sex lives.

    ISABELLE PLATT (Showrunner, Screenwriter, Director, Ep 1)

    Isabelle is a queer writer/director from Portland, Oregon, currently based in Los Angeles. She holds an MFA in screenwriting from Brooklyn College’s Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema. Her work has been shown at numerous festivals, including the International Film Festival of Rotterdam and Bushwick Film Festival. Her stories employ humor, heart, and the fantastical to explore gay stuff, identity crises, and shifting familial relationships. She believes in the power of the rom-com.

    SOFYA LEVITSKY-WEITZ (Showrunner, Screenwriter, Director, Ep 1)

    Sofya Levitsky-Weitz is a playwright and TV/film writer. She has original TV projects in development with Hulu, 20th Century Studios and Fifth Season. TV work includes FX’s THE BEAR (WGA Award for Outstanding New Comedy for S1 & 2), Hulu’s THE DROPOUT (WGA Nomination), GASLIT on Starz and asa writer/producer on Hulu’s THE TWISTED TALE OF AMANDA KNOX.

    Levitsky-Weitz has an original film in development–which she will direct–with Marc Platt and has worked on multiple features with Michael Showalter including THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE. As a playwright, Sofya’s work has been developed in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Her play FLINCHING is currentlybeing developed by the Hearth for an LA premiere. Her play THIS PARTY SUCKS (2019 Kilroy’s List) is optioned for the stage/film & TV rights by Mark Gordon Pictures and is slated for commercial production.

    Guest:

    Pauline's IMDb

    Isabelle's IMDb Isabelle's Website

    Sofya's IMDb Sofya's Website

    Host:

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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

    ⁠5th Anniversary Episode - Tribeca Festival Favorites (Best Feature Film, Short film, Doc, Pilot, Talk)

    How I Got my Press Badge for Tribeca Festival - 4th Anniversary Solo Episode

    43 min
  • Tribeca: Red Carpet w/ Actors Rain Spencer & Gabriel Basso for the World Premiere of Iconoclast

    Iconoclast had its World Premiere at the Tribeca Festival 2026 on Tuesday, June 9th.

    Sponsor:

    Thank you to our sponsor ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and ⁠Studio Pilates Cobble Hill⁠!

    Check out the Intro offer here for ⁠Studio Pilates South Slope⁠ and the Intro Offer for ⁠Studio Pilates Cobble Hill⁠.

    6 classes for only $60!!!

    Synopsis:

    Gabriel Basso (The Night Agent) writes, directs and stars in this tightly coiled psychological thriller. A reclusive loner's obsession with a live-streaming influencer reshapes his entire existence through one unsettling choice at a time.

    Connor (Gabriel Basso) is going nowhere: Dead-end job, no real footing in the world, and a growing fixation on Nika (Courtney Eaton), a live-streaming influencer who has no idea he exists. He starts reshaping himself around her: lifting weights, learning to shoot guns and building a version of himself he thinks she'd want. His colleague Morgan (Rain Spencer) is the only thing keeping him tethered to reality, but she's losing her grip.

    Gabriel Basso is known for The Night Agent, Hillbilly Elegy, The Kings of Summer, and A House of Dynamite. He wrote, directed and starred in Iconoclast.

    Rain Spencer is known for The Summer I Turned Pretty, Good Girl Jane, One Night, and Big Girls Don't Cry.

    The film also stars: Noah Centineo, Kiernan Shipka, and Courtney Eaton.

    Cover Art photo of Gabriel Basso: The Hollywood Reporter

    Guest:

    Rain Spencer's IMDb

    Gabriel Basso's IMDb

    Host:

    Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @MichelleSimoneMiller⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

    ⁠TRIBECA SERIES: RESOURCES, PROGRAMS and AWARDS with Director of Artist Programs Bryce Norbitz⁠

    ⁠We're on a new Best 100 Mentorship Podcasts in the US list!

    12 min
  • Becoming... AT&T $1 Million Winner (2024) Writer and Director Lilian T. Mehrel (Honeyjoon)

    Discover Lillian's inspiring journey from winning a $1 million pitch prize at the Tribeca Festival to creating a heartfelt film that resonates across cultures and emotions. In this episode, we explore filmmaking, storytelling, audience connection, and the power of authentic expression.


    Main Topics & Insights:

    • Lilian's experience winning the Tribeca x AT&T Untold Stories award of $1 million and mentorship from Tribeca
    • The emotional nad visual storytelling of Honeyjoob - themes of love, grief and self-discovery
    • The importance of audience reactions and community in theatrical filmmaking
    • The dynamic process of pre-production, shooting in Portugal, and managing weather challenges
    • Post-production collaboration, editing, sound design, and use of symbolism through color
    • Strategies for distribution, theatrical release, and staying motivated as a creator
    • Personal growth: writing, embracing dark humor, and maintaining an authentic voice
    • The impact of storytelling during and after the pandemic - connecting diverse audiences
    • Resources & Links:

      IMDb Website

      Connect with Lilian T. Mehrel on Instagram and Honeyjoon Instagram

      Support & Engagement:

      • If you enjoye the episode, please leave a five star review on your favorite platform
      • Share this episode with a friend you know would love it
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        TRIBECA SERIES: RESOURCES, PROGRAMS and AWARDS with Director of Artist Programs Bryce Norbitz

        We're on a new Best 100 Mentorship Podcasts in the US list!

        48 min
      • Book-to-Screen Adaptations: Off Campus Series with Esther of @bookishnewsgirl

        Dive into the fascinating world of book-to-screen adaptations with host Michelle Miller and special guest Esther, exploring everything from casting choices to narrative changes that impact how we experience beloved series like Off Campus. Discover behind-the-scenes insights, fan reactions, and the future of adaptations in this lively discussion that fans and industry insiders won’t want to miss.

        Main Topics Covered:

        • The adaptation process for Off Campus and its cultural significance
        • Differences and similarities between book and TV representations
        • The importance of trust and fan engagement in adaptation success
        • How specific scenes and character choices influence viewer perception
        • Future directions for the Briar U universe and adaptation strategies
        • In this episode:

          • Esther shares her background in book news and adaptation commentary (Bookish Newsgirl)
          • Analyzing how Off Campus captures school nostalgia and college chaos
          • Discussion of key scenes like the iconic show me moment and their emotional impact
          • Exploring adaptation changes that enhanced storytelling, including character dynamics and plot pacing
          • The role of social media and fan reactions in shaping adaptation decisions
          • The significance of diversity, casting, and visual storytelling in modern adaptations
          • Timestamps:

            • 00:15 - Introduction to Mentors on the Mic and episode focus on book-to-screen adaptations
            • 02:33 - Overview of Off Campus series and its recent TV adaptation
            • 03:57 - Esther's background in book news, adaptations, and social media presence
            • 05:48 - Fan community and mutual love for the Briar U universe
            • 10:08 - One word for the adaptation: "Committed" — why production quality matters
            • 12:07 - Chemistry and realness behind on-screen couples like Gigi & Wellsy and Dean & Allie
            • 13:46 - Fan reactions and trust in casting choices
            • 20:41 - Visualizing characters in books with aphantasia and its impact on adaptation perceptions
            • 25:04 - Comparing adaptation strategies, including The Summer I Turned Pretty and Heated Rivalry
            • 30:25 - The importance of episode structure and binge versus weekly release formats
            • 32:30 - Book and TV SPOILERS
            • 38:00 - Exploring nostalgic references to the 90s and college life scenes
            • 38:16 - Watching book adaptations in person with like-minded fans
            • 38:33 - Amazon prime tactic for book adaptation seasonal drops
            • 46:51 - Changes from the book to adaptation, including Garrett's dependency storyline
            • 50:15 - Character development in Logan and Garrett and their backgrounds
            • 55:05 - Future seasons, skipped storylines, and expanding the Briar U universe
            • 61:48 - Iconic scenes like the show me moment and their emotional resonance
            • 63:03 - Our favorite 80s/90s movie moment
            • 67:28 - Authentic college experiences captured in show and book
            • 72:51 - Most relatable chaotic friend group moments and party scenes
            • 75:32 - Closing remarks, community engagement, and upcoming projects
            • Resources & Links:

              • Substack: Off the Record Newsletter
              • Connect with Esther:

                • Instagram
                • TikTok
                • Get the full scoop, analysis, and insider tips on adapting beloved book series—don’t miss this episode for all things book to screen!

                  1 hr 18 min
                • Becoming... Artios-winning Casting Director Karlee Fomalont ("A Complete Unknown," "Friends From College")

                  Karlee Fomalont, CSA is an Artios Award winning Casting Director, 4-time Artios Award Nominee, and graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts, where her acting training made for a seamless transition into casting. She began her career at CBS Primetime NY and ABC Primetime NY before moving into independent casting. Karlee has worked with Rori Bergman for 10 years, film credits include: “A Complete Unknown” (Artios Award, Best Casting BAFTA nominee), Steven Spielberg's "The Post" (Artios Nominee), “Empire Waist” (Artios Nominee), "Private Life" (Artios Nominee), "You Hurt My Feelings” (Sundance ‘23), "Eileen" (Sundance ‘23), "Shortcomings" (Sundance ‘23), “No Hard Feelings,” “Happiness for Beginners” (Netflix), “Darkest Miriam” (Tribeca ’24) “Turn Me On” (San Sebastian ’24) among many others. TV credits include: "The Get Down" (Netflix), "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" (Starz), “The Last Frontier” (Apple+), "Living with Yourself" (Netflix), "Yearly Departed" (Amazon), "Run the World" (Starz), "Love Life" (Netflix), "The Good Cop" (Netflix), "Friends from College" (Netflix), and "Rabbit Hole" (Paramount+). She was awarded the Rosalie Joseph Humanitarian Award at the 2024 Artios Awards for her work with Covenant House NY. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, and currently resides in New York City. 

                  Join us as Karlee Fomalont, a seasoned casting director and actor, shares her insights on the intricacies of casting, navigating acting careers, and fostering collaborative relationships in the entertainment industry. Discover practical tips, behind-the-scenes secrets, and the value of diverse pathways in Hollywood and beyond.

                  Main Topics Covered:

                  • The parallels between interior design and casting: building worlds through actor selection
                    • How successful casting partnerships thrive on balancing practical skills and creative synergy
                    • Strategies for actors to effectively submit for roles, including maximizing reels and self-tapes
                      • The significance of staying connected and top of mind through targeted outreach and relationship-building
                      • Insights into casting for period pieces, limited series, and dream projects with visionary directors
                      • The evolving landscape of casting during and post-pandemic, and the rise of new opportunities in NYC and Hollywood
                      • Practical advice for newcomers to stand out
                      • Timestamps:

                        00:00 - Introduction to Karlee Fomalont's approach to casting and career insights

                        06:00 - First roles in entertainment: ballet and early acting experiences

                        08:16 - The importance of leaning into love for ballet and staying hobby-active as an adult

                        10:26 - Transition from NYU musical theater to screen acting and casting

                        15:31 - The pivotal role of early mentorship and internship experiences

                        18:30 - Recognizing the realities of an acting career and industry support systems

                        21:13 - The impact of pandemic-driven adjustments in casting and actor outreach

                        27:48 - Comparing casting to interior decorating: building worlds with actor choices

                        30:50 - The art of casting period pieces and the importance of character authenticity

                        32:45 - Approaching small roles and co-stars/day players with specificity and scene-building techniques

                        35:00 - The rewarding challenge of casting acclaimed projects like A Complete Unknown

                        40:30 - Dream projects: collaborations with visionary directors and diverse genres

                        44:15 - The detailed process of from breakdown to call-in: how many actors get seen?

                        47:49 - Managing actor expectations: the unpredictability of casting decisions

                        53:40 - Does she look at actor reels?

                        57:00 - How actors can stay on casting directors’ radar and build their careers

                        59:00 - The importance of targeted submissions and personal branding

                        59:55 - Current projects and the outlook for future opportunities in NYC and Hollywood

                        Resources & Links:

                        • SAG-AFTRA Casting panel
                        • Connect with Karlee Fomalont:

                          • IMDb
                          • LinkedIn
                          • Instagram
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                            ⁠⁠Becoming Casting Director Erica Hart ("THAT DAMN MICHAEL CHE," "GODFATHER OF HARLEM," "THE BOLD TYPE")

                            Becoming... Casting Director Susanne Scheel ("Past Lives," "The Wife")

                            1 hr 4 min
                          • Everything you want to know about the TRIBECA FESTIVAL 2026 + Recommendations (Video episode)

                            This is a complete breakdown of everything you want to know about the Tribeca Festival, including approx 3 recommendations per category. June 3rd-14th

                            • Films
                            • Short Films
                            • Tribeca X
                            • Storytelling Summit
                            • Vulture 
                            • Talks
                            • Audio
                            • Games
                            • Feature Films:

                              Happy Hours (with Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, Mary-Louise Parker, Constance Wu) Written and Directed by Katie Holmes. Produced by Celine Rattray of Maven Screen Media, as well as former MOTM alum Jenny Halper at Maven.

                              In Memorium (with Marc Maron, Lily Gladstone, Judy Greer, Sharon Stone, and Justin Long) Directed and Written by MOTM alum Rob Burnett.

                              Becoming... 5x Emmy Winning Producer and Director Rob Burnett

                              The Last Day (with Alicia Vikander)

                              July 4th, New York City: Two mothers navigate the city on different tracks that briefly intertwine before diverging dramatically, in this interpretation of Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway.

                              Short Films:

                              (Curated by VP of Shorts Programming Ben Thompson, MOTM alum, and his team)

                              Becoming... Festival Director and Senior VP of Programming at Tribeca Festival Cara Cusumano

                              Shorts block: Love Fictionally

                              General Admission

                              Shorts block: Care Package

                              Kiloran Bay

                              Shorts block: The Dark Web

                              Holo

                              Tribeca X

                              Storytelling Summit

                              Vulture Festival

                              Keke and Whoopi

                              Tribeca Podcasts

                              Tribeca Games

                              Host:

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                              ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

                              How I Got my Press Badge for Tribeca Festival - 4th Anniversary Solo Episode

                              TRIBECA: Patricia Arquette and Camila Morrone on the U.S. Premiere of "Gonzo Girl"

                              Tribeca: Live on the Red Carpet with the Showrunner, Director, and Actor of "Mother, May I Have a Kidney"

                              29 min
                            • Becoming... Best-Selling Self-Published Romance Writer Kelsie Rae (with 378k Tik Tok followers)

                              What started as a fluke has turned into a full-blown passion. After having her first baby, KELSIE RAE was devouring at least a romance novel a week. One day, she had an idea for a story of her own and—without telling her husband or family—she wrote her first book in just over a month. That story, later published as Taking the Chance, was the beginning of an unexpected author journey that’s now captured the hearts of thousands of readers worldwide.

                              Kelsie’s books are filled with angst, banter, forbidden love, and unforgettable characters who feel so real they’ll stay with you long after “The End.” Whether it’s the hockey hotties of Lockwood Heights, obsessed mafia kings in Advantage Play, or her heart-fluttering moments in Signature Sweethearts, her stories always pack an emotional punch.

                              In this episode, we talk about:

                              • How reading led her to writing and how she wrote her first book (55,000 words) in a month

                              • Writing her books on google docs, with her first drafts being 70% dialogue and 30% setting up a scene

                              • What inspired her to stop putting her books on Kindle Unlimited around 2022

                              • Going from 55,000 word books to 120,000 books

                              • Kindle Unlimited pays by page reads

                              • Her social media journey to 378k followers on Tik Tok

                              • Her favorite and least favorite parts about the process

                              • The difficulties that comes with writing book 1 of a series

                              Guest:

                              ⁠Facebook ⁠Tik Tok⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠

                              ⁠Website

                              Host:

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                              ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like this episode, check out:

                              ⁠Becoming... Actor and Director Ben Giroux (with 4.5 million Tik Tok followers)⁠

                              ⁠Becoming... Actress and viral Content Creator Courtney Michelle Dlugos (450k on TikTok w/ 20 mill likes)

                              Becoming… International Bestselling Author Jenny Hale (Hallmark’s ‘Coming Home for Christmas’ and ‘Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses’)

                              1 hr 3 min

                            About Mentors on the Mic: Your guide to pursuing a career in the Entertainment industry

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                            Join actress and host Michelle Simone Miller and hear from the most interesting people in Entertainment, as well as the inside scoop on all of your favorite films and TV shows. Each week Michelle…

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