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Think you know what it takes to become a successful writer in Hollywood?  The answer may surprise you!

Nancy Nigrosh spent 23 years as a top Hollywood literary agent representing world-class directors, writers and authors.  She's auctioned scripts on her client's behalf's in the seven figure range securing huge payouts for studio writers. 

Some of Nancy’s famous clients include Kathryn Bigelow (Zero Dark Thirty), John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Stuart Beattie (Pirates of the Caribbean, Collateral), Leslye Headland (Russian Doll), and Luke Davies (News of the World, Lion) and so many more.

She's also a performance coach, helping emerging authors and screenwriters navigate Hollywood's treacherous waters...helping clients ferret out self-defeating behaviors, maximize their strengths, and develop a greater understanding of how they can best represent themselves in their quest for agency representation.

If you wanna get it write…you better listen up!

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Everyone knows the Oscar award is for best movies...the Emmy award is for best TV & Streaming... 

Well, today we’re talking to Ashley Falls - the Executive Director of the CLIO Entertainment Awards – which, if you’re not familiar... is the original celebration of creativity in the entertainment business recognizing excellence in marketing and communications across film, television, home entertainment and gaming.  These are OUR people!!!

She'll give us the who, what, why and where's on this years upcoming show, tell us what she's most excited about -  and how tequila may or may not be involved.

In addition to managing one of the largest awards programs in the world, she's also the President of Soap Box Women - an amazing support organization for women in the biz. She'll tell us all about it and how you can join, so listen up ladies! 

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If anyone can comment on the state of the local and network television relationship, it's Scot Chastain.

He's worked both sides of the fence for years -- At affiliates for NBC, CBS, ABC, CW and PBS in a wide range of positions including marketing and most recently as the Vice President and General Manager at Nextstar's FOX affiliate in Sacramento. 

He also ran NBC's affiliate marketing department where he had a hand in launching some of the network's most successful shows. Overachiever? Yep!

Scot tells us how he made the leap from creative guy to general manager guy, where he thinks the broadcasting industry is headed and where HE is headed NEXT. Here's a hint - it means we now MIGHT have a pretty sweet hookup for court side seats at a Utah Jazz game! 

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We have a marketing powerhouse in the bunker!

Steve Kazanjian is the former President and CEO of PROMAX - the global non-profit association for all of us in the creative marketing of television and video content biz.

But he's here with us today to specifically talk about the process of "personal branding" - because all smart marketers climbing up their corporate ladders know that to SUCCEED, you need to know WHO you are and WHAT you and ONLY you, bring to the table!

Plus, he'll share his views on how the role of entertainment marketing has evolved, where it's headed and what he thinks are the three biggest issues we all now face.

And in our "Finish That Sentence" segment, Steve demonstrates a hidden talent that is truly "unique!"

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Hollywood media research guru and super fan of the pod - Eric Steinberg joins us in the bunker!

As the former SVP of research at CBS - he'll pull back the curtain and share the strategic and creative moves that took a so-so -performing comedy called "The Big Bang Theory" and made it into one of the biggest shows on the planet.

We'll also dig into some juicy topics like - how does research differ between traditional networks and streamers? What are the most effective methods for collecting and analyzing audience data these days?  What trends are emerging in terms of audience behavior and preferences?

And because it's Upfront season (and because we just LOVE a fun challenge) we play "guess that cancelled pilot!"

Who knew all this research stuff could be so interesting?  
(Eric, that's who!)

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Terry Botwick is a multiple award-winning producer,  studio and network exec and now CEO and Founder of Papatime - a film and television production company with  more than a dozen projects in development. 

As a person of faith with an interest in creating what is loosely dubbed as "inspirational programming" - Terry pulls no punches when we discuss how Hollywood and members of the Christian community could do a MUCH better job partnering with one another to produce mutually beneficial content.

Plus, how do you pitch a faith-based movie to a secular studio? What are some common misconceptions about so-called "Christian" films?  And how does he REALLY feel about organizations like the "Parent Television Council?"

All that and more...take a listen!

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Accomplished leader in the direct-to-consumer, media, and technology industries...and an excellent secret-keeper, Mark DeBevoise brings his big brain into the bunker and drops a few juicy tidbits.

Like - before there was Disney+ and Peacock...he was behind the creation of a secret streaming service - known only by it's cool code name, "Project Subway." That highly classified project eventually became known as CBS ALL ACCESS...which is now PARAMOUNT+. 

Also - We'll get his thoughts on the current business of streaming...will it ever become profitable?  Will viewers have to navigate dozens and dozens of apps, endure increasing monthly subscription fees AND sit through commercials? Is linear tv dead or does it still have a pulse?

Lastly, Marc downloads us on his exciting new streaming technology company called BRIGHTCOVE, takes a listener question and plays "Finish That Sentence."

We felt much smarter after his visit...bet you will too!

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Her work has graced the covers of Harpers Bazaar, Vogue and Elle. Clients include every major studio, network and streamer. And if you're an A-list celebrity or star athlete, she's probably made you look better than you've ever looked before.

Award-winning photographer, director, tattoo lover and sassy Brit, Sophy Holland is our guest! 

She'll dish on how it sometimes takes "balls of steel" to get that perfect shot from a not so willing subject...she'll share some tricks of the trade like "the art of the pivot" and how a bottle of really nice tequila is worth its weight in liquid gold. 

Plus, she'll answer a few voicemails!
Take a listen...and remember...SMILE!

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If we told you who our guest was...it wouldn't be a MYSTERY!  So, you'll just have to listen and find out...just like Garen, who is completely in the dark as well. 

But here's a big clue...you've probably heard this person on TV and the radio many, many times.  

Check it out and see if you can guess who it is! 

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If you've ever wondered who is behind those epic live awards shows like the Grammys, the Tonys, the Kennedy Center Honors...wonder no more...because we've got the inside guy to them all. 

Jack Sussman, Executive Vice President, Specials, Music and Live Events, CBS,
can name drop with the best of them - Whitney, Adele, Elton, Celine, Gaga, & Garth - he's worked with them ALL and has personal and revealing stories you won't hear anywhere else...but here!

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