When you’ve done more than 1,000 television episodes as an animation director, it’s safe to say you know a thing or two about bringing shows to life. Meet Ron Myrick – an absolute legend in the world of animation.

With a number of movies under his belt as well, Ron Myrick has done it all, and in this episode we get a detailed look into the fascinating world of animation and how the magic really happens.

But this is even bigger than animation – anyone in entertainment can find inspiration from this conversation.

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Don’t hope you’ll be successful - believe you’ll be successful. That can be a big step, especially for Europeans who might grow up with a different mindset. But Lívia Bielovič, also known as Liv, has certainly taken that step.

From growing up in communism to learning five languages, Liv keeps taking big steps towards realizing more and more of her dreams. With lots of European projects on her resume, she is now locking in on America.

This episode includes inspiring stories that everyone with passion and ambition can relate to. Enjoy!

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Happy New Year! If you’re looking to make 2025 the year for you, this is the episode for you. Jeff shares his take on where Hollywood is headed and what to expect in terms of work in the entertainment industry.

Joined by his producer Joergen, Jeff also discusses the kind of mindset that’s needed to set yourself up for success in the new year. It’s all about how you position yourself and how you approach the opportunities.

There’s more you can do to create your own success than you might be thinking about.

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Imagine being pregnant on set and having Denzel Washington rub your belly for good luck in between takes while shooting Training Day. That’s just one of Nicole Rubio’s epic experiences from her journey through Hollywood.

From Raiderette to actress to script supervisor to television director, Nicole has done it all. And she’s worked on shows like Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, Chicago P.D., FBI: Most Wanted, Fire Country, Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and Star Trek.

So many great stories in this one… Enjoy!

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Third generation boom operator? Wow! This guy knows about sound. And he’s worked on huge shows like Deadwood, Scandal and True Detective. You’ll hear some fascinating stories straight from the field on this one.

Favorite part of the job? Meeting all kinds of folks in the industry and going to different locations for unique experiences. It’s amazing to see where Hollywood can take you. And Chris will tell you all about his journey.

As he said after working on Young Sheldon for 2.5 years: “Everybody was upbeat and happy, cast was great, actors were loud… This is the kind of show you’d want to do forever."

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Don’t try this at home! But do check out these incredible stories from one of our favorite stunt people in the industry. From epic girl fights in Mean Girls to Doritos Super Bowl commercials, Courtney Schwartz has done it all.

Hear how she went from ballet dancing as a kid to jumping into stunt training at 15 and her journey through Hollywood from there, which includes an Emmy nomination for Stranger Things.

The way she breaks down her unique work makes this such a fascinating conversation for anybody in entertainment.

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Happy Thanksgiving! Sometimes the best thing to do is reflect and tap into gratitude. That’s what Jeff is doing in today’s episode as he shares more details from his journey that are sure to leave you inspired.

In Hollywood, everybody starts with a dream. And for some, that dream turns into a goal. But for many, that goal isn’t always achieved, but other magical things happen. That’s the power of pursuit and persistence.

Join us for this special holiday episode to learn more from the host himself, Jeff Olan.

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Who knew that seeing the movie Benji at a young age would spark the love for films and the entertainment industry that would ultimately put Steven Escobar on a path to become a world-class editor and ultimately win an Emmy Award.

Every story in Hollywood is unique, and this one is no different. After first working on music videos, including one for Selena in 1996, Steven Escobar got his first editing job on the reality show Blind Date, and he has since worked on more than 400 reality shows.

Hear all about his journey, his Emmy story and even his Guinness World Record.

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Yes, it’s true – you can become an Assistant Director and then a Director! Just check out this conversation with Anneke Scott as she shares her journey through Hollywood, showing us all what is possible when we go for it.

She loved dancing but couldn’t quite make enough money, didn’t want to do anymore school and ultimately asked herself: “What if I go behind the camera?” So she moved from Florida to Hollywood and worked for free for a year and a half.

The rest, as they say, is history. Hear the inspiring story right here right now.

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Have you ever sat down with a horror film director? Well, now is your chance. Chad Ferrin has directed over a dozen horror films, written several and acted in a few as well, and he brings a unique perspective on success in entertainment.

From growing up on a farm in Minnesota and becoming a vegetarian, Chad shares stories from his journey, including the time when he bought a condo and then sold it in order to make the film Unspeakable in the late 1990s.

Enjoy this one-of-a-kind conversation with a self-taught high school dropout who intentionally does not have a cell phone!

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