Best Kaily Smith Westbrook Podcasts (2024)

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Special Live Episode: Terry Washington, Music & Visual Content Executive, Zane Ryder Management 55:37

2+ y ago55:37

55:37

For this episode, Randi and the SeriesFest team traveled to Berkeley, California for a special live taping on the University of California campus. Our special guest, Terry Washington, brought his unique perspective on both the television and music industry to the students, staff, and audience. This special program is presented in partnership with X…

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S2 E13: Jessika Borsiczky, Writer/Director & Executive Producer 47:51

2+ y ago47:51

47:51

On the season finale of Breaking In, Kaily sits down with Writer, Director & Executive Producer, Jessika Borsiczky. Jessika talks about her industry path, upcoming projects, and the unique challenges she faces as a creator. Jessika Executive Produced ABC’s "Flash Forward," and has run television programs including Showtime’s "House of Lies," starri…

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S2 E12: Krista Vernoff, Showrunner/Exective Producer, "Grey's Anatomy," "Station 19" with Special Guest: Jay Hayden 28:34

2+ y ago28:34

28:34

In a special SeriesFest Insiders episode, Kaily chats with Krista Vernoff about how she came to Shondaland, and the challenges of showrunning for both "Grey's Anatomy" and "Station 19." Actor, Jay Hayden also joins the conversation as a special guest. Krista was Head Writer and Executive Producer of “Grey’s Anatomy” for the first seven seasons and …

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S2 E11: Chris Wagner, Founder/CEO, White Label Productions 36:10

2+ y ago36:10

36:10

Today, Kaily and Randi sit down with Chris Wagner, Founder and CEO of White Label Productions. Chris chats about the void he found in the industry for creating his own production company and some of the popular shows he produces, including "The Masked Singer," and "Savage X Fenty Show, Volume 3." With 20 years of experience, Chris has overseen more…

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S2 E10: Schele Williams, Musical Theatre Director, Hidden Figures, Aida 46:23

2+ y ago46:23

46:23

On today's episode, Kaily sits down with renowned musical theatre director, and founding member of Black Theatre United, Schele Williams. Schele breaks down her industry path, as well as her latest projects, including the children's book, Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History. Profiled as "Variety's 2020 Top 10 Broadway to Watch," …

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S2 E9: Sarah Burgess, Head Writer & Showrunner, "Impeachment: American Crime Story" 45:29

2+ y ago45:29

45:29

On today's special SeriesFest Insiders episode, Randi discusses "Impeachment: American Crime Story" with Head Writer, Showrunner & Executive Producer, Sarah Burgess. Sarah is a New York playwright and screenwriter. Her play Dry Powder won the 2016 Laurents Hatcher Prize, was a finalist for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and was nominated for an Ol…

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S2 E8: David Person, Director of Original Programming & Production, IFC 48:11

2+ y ago48:11

48:11

On today's episode, Kaily sits down with David Person, Director of Original Programming & Production at IFC. David talks about his interesting path through the industry and the fine art of pitching projects. David currently co-oversees IFC TV’s linear originals in development and current programming, and he recently joined AMC Studios where he deve…

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S2 E7: Tamir Muhammad, Producer Of Film & Television, Founder of Populace 42:23

2+ y ago42:23

42:23

Today Randi is sitting down with Tamir Muhammad, producer of film & television, and Founder of Populace. Tamir discusses his fascinating career while also talking about his love for working with new stories and artists. Tamir previously oversaw OneFifty at Warner Media (formerly Time Warner Inc.), including developing & producing the original slate…

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S2 E6: Claire Taylor, Director of Programming, SeriesFest 51:24

2+ y ago51:24

51:24

This week, Kaily sits down with SeriesFest Director of Programming, Claire Taylor. Claire talks about exciting opportunities at the nation's premiere episodic festival as well the important value festivals still hold for content creators. A proud member of SeriesFest since 2015, Claire currently serves as the Director of Programming where she overs…

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S2 E5: Nick Morton, Producer/Comedian, Whitewater Films 46:33

2+ y ago46:33

46:33

On today's episode, Randi chats with Producer/Writer/Comedian Nick Morton. Nick lets us in on the process of creating and shopping two independent pilots, while also maintaining a career as a comedian and podcaster. Nick Morton is a writer, producer and stand-up comedian. He wrote the recent pilot “Cooper’s Bar” which stars Rhea Seehorn (Better Cal…

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S2 E4: Lisa Ammerman, Partner & Executive Producer, Treefort Media 38:06

2+ y ago38:06

38:06

On this episode, Kaily & Randi are speaking with Lisa Ammerman, Executive Producer and Partner at Treefort Media. Lisa discusses her path through the industry, from late night television to embracing the unique and new challenges in the world of podcasting and audio storytelling. Lisa Ammerman has more than 20 years of experience as a producer, jou…

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S2 E3: Sherwin Shilati, Director, "Lucifer," "Trinkets," "Riverdale" 44:32

2+ y ago44:32

44:32

Today, Kaily chats with television and film director, Sherwin Shelati. Sherwin carves a unique path through the industry by helming one of the very first successful webisodic series', leading him on a path to directing episodes for "Lucifer," "Trinkets," and "Riverdale." By the age of 23, Sherwin had worked on hit television series, "Lost" and dire…

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S2 E2: Emily Best, CEO & Founder, Seed&Spark 47:40

2+ y ago47:40

47:40

On today's episode, Kaily and Randi sit down with the Founder & CEO of Seed&Spark, Emily Best. Emily shares her unique story of becoming an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the entertainment industry. Seed&Spark’s platform and national education program have helped thousands of bold storytellers raise millions to bring to life entirely new s…

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S2 E1: Katie Lowes & Adam Shapiro, Actor/Creators 1:11:00

3y ago1:11:00

1:11:00

In the season two premiere, Kaily sits down with actors, Katie Lowes & Adam Shapiro. The real-life couple discuss navigating the challenges for young artists trying to break in, and creating work that reflects who you are as an artist. Best known for starring as Quinn Perkins on the ABC hit series “Scandal,” Katie is a force on stage, screen and be…

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E10: Jacqueline Pereda, Creator/Actor, "Generation Por Que?" 30:15

3y ago30:15

30:15

Today, Kaily chats with Jacqueline Pereda, creator of the HBO Latino short pilot "Generation Por Que?" Jacqueline talks about the challenges of being an independent creator and the path to her first TV pilot being picked up by HBO. Jacqueline has written, directed and produced over 20 comedic shorts and musical parodies in NYC and on her YouTube ch…

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E9: Ian Duff, Actor, New Amsterdam, The Republic of Sarah 40:50

3y ago40:50

40:50

On today's episode, Kaily and Randi talk with actor, Ian Duff. Ian discusses his education, philosophies on acting and the road that's led him to his roles on hit television series'. Ian Duff is an actor and Neighborhood Playhouse Graduate. He recently completed a recurring arc on NBC's hit show "New Amsterdam" and appeared on the big screen in Sha…

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E8: Tom Verica, Senior Creative Production Advisor, Shondaland 1:07:31

3y ago1:07:31

1:07:31

On today's conversation, Kaily chats with Shondaland's Senior Creative Production Advisor, Tom Verica. Tom discusses his unconventional path to directing television, as well as his desires and strategies for championing new directors into the industry. At Shondaland, Tom aids in the creative vision and production for all series' or films produced a…

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E7: Sarah Adina Smith, Writer/Director, Everything Is Everything 49:16

3y ago49:16

49:16

On today's episode, Kaily sits down with writer, director, editor, and producer, Sarah Adina Smith. Sarah discusses her pathway into the industry, and the differences between helming films, original TV pilots, and established episodic series'. Sarah Adina Smith has helmed multiple feature films including Buster's Mal Heart, which gave Academy Award…

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E6: Austin Winsberg, Creator/Executive Producer, "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" 46:01

3y ago46:01

46:01

In this special live broadcast, as part of SeriesFest Insiders, Kaily and a creative audience chat with Writer/Producer, Austin Winsberg, creator of "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist." Austin gives the live audience key insights on pitching, show-running, and how he broke into the industry. Winsberg’s other television credits include "Gossip Girl" and…

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E5: Rachel Myers, Director, Shondaland Women's Directing Mentee 49:17

3y ago49:17

49:17

On today's episode, Kaily talks with director, Rachel Myers. Rachel discusses her career, the challenges women face in the industry, and how programs like the Shondaland Women's Directing Mentorship have helped give women like her a seat at the table. Rachel has been creating work, both in front of and behind the camera for over 20 years, collabora…

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E4: James Lafferty & Stephen Colletti, Creators, "Everyone Is Doing Great" 51:17

3y ago51:17

51:17

On today's episode, Kaily and Randi are sitting down with multi-hyphenate artists, James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti. James and Stephen discuss navigating the industry as independent creators, crowd-funding their project, and selling their show to Hulu. James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti, best known for their work on the popular television serie…

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E3: Valerie Stadler, Founding Partner, Big Swing Productions 52:09

3y ago52:09

52:09

For this episode, Kaily and Randi are speaking with producer, Valerie Stadler. Valerie discusses her humble beginnings in the industry, where they led her, and how she has grown into a champion for new storytellers. Valerie Stadler started her career as the co-founder of Fat Chance Films where she developed the play PREY FOR ROCK & ROLL, which was …

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E2: Emil Pinnock, Director/Producer/Writer, Unleashing Giants Studios 48:21

3y ago48:21

48:21

For our second episode, Kaily sits down with director, writer, producer Emil Pinnock. Emil shares how he sold his original pilot after screening at SeriesFest, and how his production company, Unleashing Giants Studios, went on to develop new projects for Blumhouse Productions, Entertainment Studios, Radar Pictures, Atmosphere Entertainment, and mor…

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E1: Jeremy Gold, President of Production, Blumhouse Television 46:09

3y ago46:09

46:09

For our inaugural episode, Kaily sits down with producer and executive, Jeremy Gold. Jeremy shares how his career unfolded from actor to theater producer to executive working in television, and gives his insight on auditions, the development process and pitches. Jeremy joined Blumhouse Television in 2016 and is currently serving as President of Pro…

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Breaking In: Teaser 2:10

3y ago2:10

2:10

Inspiring, educating and advising listeners on how to combat what feels like a closed-door system, "Breaking In" is an extension of SeriesFest's mission to champion and empower artists at the forefront of episodic storytelling. Guests include working professionals in television such as executives, producers, agents, directors, writers, actors, and …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Kaily Smith Westbrook Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Breaking In: A SeriesFest Podcast

Kaily Smith Westbrook & Randi Kleiner

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Special Live Episode: Terry Washington, Music & Visual Content Executive, Zane Ryder Management 55:37

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S2 E13: Jessika Borsiczky, Writer/Director & Executive Producer 47:51

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S2 E12: Krista Vernoff, Showrunner/Exective Producer, "Grey's Anatomy," "Station 19" with Special Guest: Jay Hayden 28:34

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S2 E11: Chris Wagner, Founder/CEO, White Label Productions 36:10

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S2 E10: Schele Williams, Musical Theatre Director, Hidden Figures, Aida 46:23

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S2 E9: Sarah Burgess, Head Writer & Showrunner, "Impeachment: American Crime Story" 45:29

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S2 E8: David Person, Director of Original Programming & Production, IFC 48:11

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S2 E7: Tamir Muhammad, Producer Of Film & Television, Founder of Populace 42:23

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S2 E6: Claire Taylor, Director of Programming, SeriesFest 51:24

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S2 E5: Nick Morton, Producer/Comedian, Whitewater Films 46:33

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S2 E4: Lisa Ammerman, Partner & Executive Producer, Treefort Media 38:06

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S2 E3: Sherwin Shilati, Director, "Lucifer," "Trinkets," "Riverdale" 44:32

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S2 E2: Emily Best, CEO & Founder, Seed&Spark 47:40

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S2 E1: Katie Lowes & Adam Shapiro, Actor/Creators 1:11:00

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E10: Jacqueline Pereda, Creator/Actor, "Generation Por Que?" 30:15

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E9: Ian Duff, Actor, New Amsterdam, The Republic of Sarah 40:50

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E8: Tom Verica, Senior Creative Production Advisor, Shondaland 1:07:31

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E7: Sarah Adina Smith, Writer/Director, Everything Is Everything 49:16

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E6: Austin Winsberg, Creator/Executive Producer, "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" 46:01

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E5: Rachel Myers, Director, Shondaland Women's Directing Mentee 49:17

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E4: James Lafferty & Stephen Colletti, Creators, "Everyone Is Doing Great" 51:17

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E3: Valerie Stadler, Founding Partner, Big Swing Productions 52:09

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E2: Emil Pinnock, Director/Producer/Writer, Unleashing Giants Studios 48:21

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E1: Jeremy Gold, President of Production, Blumhouse Television 46:09

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Breaking In: Teaser 2:10

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