Episode 45: Carry On and Intern with Guest Donna Ballman
Gabrielle & Kia chat with employment lawyer, Donna Ballman, about internships and the law.
Apr 20, 2014•36 min
Your New Hollywood: You Get It! Got It? Good
Episodes
Episode 41: NBSee US . . . No?
Our coverage of the pilot pick ups continues with NBC. There are a few projects that we are pretty excited about. NBC was one of our favorite networks when we were kids and we are pulling for it to make a comeback. Ratings for the network have been kinda low, so they could use a hit. We’re calling this episode, “NBSee US! No? You have to say it with a bit of an accent for it to be effective. We have fond memories of seeing the network’s promos for the Fall season. What were your favorite network...
Apr 03, 2013•42 min
Episode 41: Promo: ‘Emergency’ Was King!
In episode #41, we chat about NBC's pilot pickups. Among their new series is a medical drama (golly, what a surprise). Dan asks if we really need more medical shows? Are they as good as they once were? Remember 'ER?' 'Trauma,' hell, even 'Emergency?' Weigh in would you please? We would love to hear about some of your favs.
Mar 29, 2013•1 min
Episode: 40: We’ll Always Have Venice!
Welcome, We continue our pilot pick up confab this week, focusing on the original sitcoms from Amazon Studios. This is the first time that we will be reviewing a streaming service. Were you one of the many people whose eyes were bloodshot after watching ‘House of Cards?’ If the people at Amazon have their way, your going to be logging in many hours of viewing time once their sitcoms are posted. At least they hope so. Will they be successful? Only time will tell. Until then, let’s take a look at ...
Mar 21, 2013•23 min
Episode: 39: Meteors and the 2013 Pilot Pickups!
Hello There, If you know us, then you know that March is not only about basketball, it’s about pilot season and the pilot pickups. You could say this is like Christmas for us and we are eager to see what’s under the TV tree. Now, we should warn you, we may end up with a few pairs of tube socks, but we have faith in the TV Gods and are sure somewhere under that TV tree will be something even better. There just has to be, cause it’s pilot season for goodness sake! In episode 39 we bring you up to ...
Mar 13, 2013•39 min
YouTube Original Channels: A Chat with Journalist, Sam Gutelle
Are you one of the millions of people who find yourself falling down that endless rabbit hole called, YouTube? If so, this week’s podcast is for you. We LOVE YouTube and wanted to learn more about it. We had questions, like, what’s up with these original channels that Google has invested in so heavily? How did it all begin? What are some of the top original channels and why are they doing so well? In order to get answers, we called in a special guest to help answer some of our many questions, Tu...
Feb 09, 2013•40 min
Episode 35: Yes, Mr. MacDonald, Kids Can Act. Sheesh!
Thank you so much for checking back in with us. We hope that 2013 has presented you with only good things! We’re happy to be back and kick the year off with a hot discussion about child actors and their abilities. If your wondering why we’re so hot under the collar over this subject, just check out the article titled, "Sorry, Quvenzhané Wallis, but Best Actress Oscar Nods Are for Big Kids," written by Scott MacDonald for 'The Atlantic.' Grrr...Mr. MacDonald, we need to talk!...
Jan 12, 2013•2 min
More on Kids and the Biz
Gabrielle continues her conversation with entertainment attorney, Diane Krausz, regarding young people in Hollywood and child labor laws.
Dec 01, 2012•31 min
Kids and the Biz: Meet Diane Krausz
Hello Everyone and thank you for checking in on the podcast! In this week's show we take a look at child labor laws and the entertainment industry. Over the years a number of our friends and relatives have asked us various questions about children working in show business. Questions such as, "Should I sign this contract?" "Do they need a permit for this or that?" "Am I allowed to see what my child is doing while they are on set?" We are always happy to answer what we can, but having an entertain...
Nov 18, 2012•31 min
3-Minute Friday Quickie (June 29, 2012)
Gabrielle presents this week's Friday Quickie - a speedy snack of entertainment news bits that you may like to check out over your holiday weekend. Enjoy!
Jun 29, 2012•3 min
Meet Corbin Reid
Gabrielle and Kia interview Broadway actress, Corbin Reid ('American Idiot,' 'Sister Act,' 'Rent'). *Note: This interview was conducted May, 2011.
Jun 17, 2012•32 min
Meet Stephanie Palmer (Part 2)
Gabrielle and Kia continue their interview with pitching consultant and author, Stephanie Palmer. In this episode Stephanie shares her top 10 tips for being "good in a room" when pitching your concept.
May 22, 2012•35 min
Meet Pitching Coach Stephanie Palmer
Gabrielle and Kia interview pitching coach and author, Stephanie Palmer about working for a major film & TV studio and the art of being good in a room in order to deliver the perfect pitch.
May 12, 2012•33 min
More with Aml Ameen (Part 2)
Gabrielle and Kia continue their interview with actor, Aml Ameen.
Apr 22, 2012•28 min
Meet Aml Ameen (Part 1)
In part one of two episodes, British actor Aml Ameen ('The Maze Runner' & 'Sense 8') talks about making the move from the United Kingdom to the United States, conquering pilot season, and taking on filmmaking.
Apr 22, 2012•38 min