Best TS Pod Network Podcasts (2024)

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How I Got my Press Badge for Tribeca Festival - 4th Anniversary Solo Episode 42:06

7h ago42:06

42:06

Video Available on Spotify. This year, I achieved one of my goals of covering a Film Festival for my podcast. I interviewed big actors, incredible filmmakers, Tribeca programmers, and enjoyed myself immensely. In this special 4th Anniversary episode of Mentors on the Mic, I share: • What made me feel more confident and relaxed at this Film Festival…

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Where's Woodvale? The Full Theory Explained! 1:11:43

1h ago1:11:43

1:11:43

Follow Jessi and Anna down the rabbit hole that is the Taylor Swift Woodvale theory. This episode is solely dedicated to going back in time and telling the entire story behind the theory of Woodvale. Whether a new Swiftie or someone who lived through the Woodvale saga, this deep dive has something for every Swiftie! Don’t forget to sign up for our …

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Amsterdam & Zurich Shows + Predictions for July 13th 53:17

1d ago53:17

53:17

Jessi and Anna recap some eventful Eras Tour shows in Amsterdam, Netherlands and Zurich, Switzerland. With rumors swirling that something could be coming on July 13th in Milan, we discuss our thoughts on what could be next. Then, the episode is capped off with a little game of "Is This Animal Real? (Taylor's Version)" Don’t forget to sign up for ou…

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Becoming... Casting Director Susanne Scheel ("Past Lives," "The Wife") 52:17

15d ago52:17

52:17

Susanne Scheel is a New York-based casting director with a Bachelor of Science in Film and Television from Boston University. Susanne has won three Casting Society of America Artios Awards for Excellence in Casting and has been nominated for nine more. Susanne has had the honor of collaborating with several visionary creatives including Joel Coen, …

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Dublin Shows + Jessi Returns for a Recap of June Shows 1:19:07

8d ago1:19:07

1:19:07

Jessi is BACK! We recap the Dublin shows and discuss the aftermath of a theory gone nowhere. We also take a look back at June and get Jessi’s take on some of the biggest events to come out of the last month. Don’t forget to sign up for our July Giveaway. For full contest rules & to enter, visit https://tspodnetwork.com/contest Follow us on TikTok, …

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TRIBECA: LIVE on the Red Carpet with Mark Duplass ("The Morning Show"), Ora Duplass, & Director/Actress Katie Aselton 7:35

8d ago7:35

7:35

I had the opportunity to go LIVE on the RED CARPET at Tribeca for three movies. The first was interview the Duplass family for their film "Oh, Christmas Tree." This 11 minute short film was shot in their cabin in upstate NY. It truly was a family affair, written by Mark Duplass to star in with his daughter Ora Duplass, and directed by Katie Aselton…

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Becoming... Senior Editor at Skyhorse Publishing Nicole Frail 1:02:11

12d ago1:02:11

1:02:11

Nicole Frail is a senior editor at Skyhorse Publishing, a traditional publishing company based in New York City. She has been with the company more than a decade and currently works on both adult and children's titles in both fiction and nonfiction categories. She has worked with debut authors and illustrators, as well as New York Times bestsellers…

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Becoming... Senior Literary Agent at Transatlantic Agency Timothy Travaglini 1:07:38

12d ago1:07:38

1:07:38

Since 1994, Timothy Travaglini has worked in trade marketing for Scholastic, Inc.; been a bookseller for Books of Wonder, an all-children’s bookstore in New York City; and has edited for Henry Holt and Company, Walker & Company, G. P. Putnam’s Sons, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group, and Open Road Integrated Media where he was the director …

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TRIBECA: Tim Blake Nelson, Andrew Liner and Vincent Grashaw for "BANG BANG" 36:58

24d ago36:58

36:58

TIM BLAKE NELSON - Actor, writer, director, and producer Tim Blake Nelson has appeared in over ninety feature films, including Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln, Ang Lee’s Billy Lynne’s Long Halftime Walk, Louis Letterier’s The Incredible Hulk, Jay Roach’s Meet the Fockers, Steven Gaghan’s Syriana, Miguel Arteta’s The Good Girl, Steven Spielberg’s Minorit…

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The Making of Lover Bodysuits w/ Hannah Michelle & London + Cardiff Shows (Travis Onstage!) 1:15:34

16d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

TikTok’s Hannah Michelle, best known for creating her own versions of the Lover Bodysuit, joins us as a co-host this week. We discuss Hannah’s journey with content creation as well as recapping the events of the Cardiff and London Eras Tour shows, including Travis’s surprise appearance onstage with Taylor! Don’t forget to sign up for our July Givea…

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The 12 Houses of Astrology & Taylor Swift's Albums 1:21:59

20d ago1:21:59

1:21:59

We are joined by special guest, Olivia (@liv_inla) who walks us through her comparison of Taylor’s first 11 studio albums to the first 11 Houses of Astrology. Then, we use the 12th House of Astrology to wishfully predict what Taylor may be planning next. For the graphic to assist in Olivia’s theory, visit: https://www.tspodnetwork.com/olivia For fu…

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TRIBECA: Lisa Edelstein and Gina Torres discuss "THE EVERYTHING POT" 23:25

29d ago23:25

23:25

LISA EDELSTEIN - From her role as Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the hit Fox series “House” to her star turn as Abby McCarthy in Bravo’s first scripted series “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce,” Lisa Edelstein’s range of roles are as diverse as her talent. “Girlfriends’ Guide” is a dramedy following a best-selling author of a self-help series who separates from he…

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Journey to Swiftie: Interview w/ TikToker John Marc 1:05:02

1M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

This week, we interview with TikToker and Swiftie dad John Marc to discuss his experience prepping to see the Eras tour with his daughter. John Marc studied up on Taylor’s music starting with the debut album and listening to each album in chronological order. His studies and reviews of each album were documented on his TikTok which experienced many…

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TRIBECA: FREE RESOURCES, PROGRAMS & AWARDS FOR FILMMAKERS with Director of Artist Programs at Tribeca Studios Bryce Norbitz 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

BRYCE NORBITZ is currently the Director of Artist Programs at Tribeca Studios, where they oversee filmmaker development programming. Prior to this, they served as the Director of the Stowe Launch Program at Stowe Story Labs.Bryce also has extensive experience at the Tribeca Film Institute, where they held various roles including Director of Scripte…

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Madrid+Lyon Shows & Karma Orange w/ Guest Co-Host Ty Wilson 1:24:48

1M ago1:24:48

1:24:48

Ty Wilson joins this week to co-host with Anna. We cover the shows from Madrid, Spain and Lyon, France. We then discuss Taylor's use of the color Orange in so many of the Eras Tour costumes and visuals lately and go over the Karma (lost album) theory. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] For more of TSPN, visit ou…

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Florida!!! Lyrical Analysis & Lisbon Shows! 1:22:18

2M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

We unravel the mystery that is the 8th song on The Tortured Poets Department: Florida!!! Follow along as Jessi and Anna read through old articles, the song's voice note, and many other clues that help paint the picture of what the song may mean. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] For more of TSPN, visit our webs…

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Stockholm Shows & Lyrical Analysis of 'thanK you aIMee' & 'Cassandra' 1:15:52

2M ago1:15:52

1:15:52

This week, we catch up on the Eras Tour happenings from Taylor's stop in Stockholm, Sweden. Jessi and Anna then take turns deep diving lyrics of 2 songs from The Tortured Poets Department. Jessi starts with her take on 'thanK you aIMee' followed by Anna's discussion of the music industry and her thoughts on how 'Cassandra' relates to a lot of the n…

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Eras Tour Returns: Paris Shows & TTPD Set 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

The Eras Tour is back and Taylor gave us MANY new surprises with the reworking of the show, the addition of the TTPD set, many new costumes, and more. Anna is joined by guest co-host Emmy @emmydaqueen while Jessi recovers from being sick. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] For more of TSPN, visit our website at …

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Postpartum Depression & Evermore 1:17:56

2M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

This week, we take a bit of a turn and discuss Jessi's personal journey with postpartum depression in honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness month. We also discuss the song Evermore and how it impacted Jessi in her healing and understanding of the feelings of going through severe postpartum depression. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube…

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Eras Tour Predictions & Clara Bow Lyrical Analysis 1:12:55

3M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

Jessi and Anna discuss the upcoming Paris dates for the Eras Tour, predictions about the rumored addition of a TTPD set, and more. We also do a deeper dive into The Tortured Poets Department track, Clara Bow. Follow TSPN on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] For more of TSPN, visit our website at www.tspodnetwork.com…

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The Tortured Poets Department Is Here! 1:22:31

3M ago1:22:31

1:22:31

This is our first episode after the release of The Tortured Poets Department and Jessi & Anna are a little unwell - to say the least. We talk about initial reactions to TTPD, how this album is impacting our mental health, and discuss themes we are already identifying from the lyrics and Fortnight Music Video. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and You…

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Masters Pt. 4: Lyrical Analysis 1:05:45

3M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Jessi and Anna wrap up this series on the Masters by doing some analysis of Taylor’s lyrics over the past several years that they think may be tied to the selling of the Masters. Please note that lyrical analysis is fully opinion-based and there is no right or wrong way to interpret Taylor’s music. Further, with time, our understanding of the lyric…

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Interview w/ KJ Miller: ‘Swiftoker’ & Fellow Podcast Host 1:20:53

3M ago1:20:53

1:20:53

This is a ‘can’t miss’ episode! We catch up with our good friend KJ in anticipation of the release of The Tortured Poets Department! KJ is a relatively new swiftie which is why we thought she made the perfect guest for our April 19th episode. Since we have to pre-record & edit prior to release, this is not our reactions & analysis of the album, ins…

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Masters Pt. 3: The Rerecordings (+ 5 Stages of Heartbreak Playlists) 1:23:26

3M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

We wrap up the timeline of the Masters that started in Pt. 2 and focus primarily on the events that occurred from 2021-2024 (i.e. the Rerecordings). We also discuss the surprise drop of 5 official Apple Music playlists by Taylor that represent the 5 stages of heartbreak (based on a fan theory that TTPD would mirror the 5 stages of grief). We end th…

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Scooter Braun's HYBE+UMG Deal, Cowboy Carter, & iHeartRadio Awards 1:02:56

4M ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Lots to cover this week as we had the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Beyonce released Cowboy Carter, Scooter Braun made headlines after signing a distribution deal between HYBE and UMG, and we are just 2 weeks (or a Fortnight) away from the release of The Tortured Poets Department. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] …

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NYWIFT Muse Awards RED CARPET: Kyra Sedgwick, Alex Borstein, Tantoo Cardinal & more 22:42

4M ago22:42

22:42

Bonus Episode LIVE from the RED CARPET of the New York Women in Film and Television Muse Awards. First ever red carpet interviews with: - Tantoo Cardinal (04:41) - Michele Stephenson (05:31) - Raney Aronson-Rath (07:40) - Sibyl Reymundo-Santiago (09:32) - Alex Borstein (11:00) - Pat Swinney Kaufman (14:31) - Kyra Sedgwick (16:55) - Latasha Gillespi…

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Interview w/ PapaFlowXS: From Dance Dad to Super Swiftie 1:23:12

4M ago1:23:12

1:23:12

A very special interview with PapaFlowXS, otherwise known as Mark. Mark is the father of 2 very successful professional dancers, one of which happens to be touring with Taylor Swift on the biggest tour of all time, the Eras Tour. While we discuss Taylor and his son Kevin's experience with the tour, we dive into the backstory behind their family and…

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Masters Pt. 2: The Selling of Taylor Swift's Work 2:08:39

4M ago2:08:39

2:08:39

Jessi and Anna go through the timeline of the sale of Taylor Swift’s first 6 albums. This supercharged episode has all the details even the biggest Swifties may have missed or forgotten over the years. Watch Part 1 if you haven't already to learn a little more about who Scooter Braun and Scott Borchetta are as it relates to Taylor's career and the …

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Masters Pt. 1: Scott Borchetta & Scott "Scooter" Braun 58:59

4M ago58:59

58:59

Jessi explains the difference between Scott Borchetta and Scooter Braun as the 1st part of our deep dive into Taylor's masters being sold. Whether a seasoned Swiftie or brand new to the Swiftie-hood, there is lots to be learned. We also kick off the TTPD draft which will take place until the launch of Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets De…

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The Rep Era & The Roman Empire 47:27

4M ago47:27

47:27

Is Taylor Swift your Roman Empire? To celebrate the Ides of March, we are telling you all about how the Rep Era is tied to the Roman Empire, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, and more! This special evergreen episode is bonus material outside of our weekly episode so please enjoy! Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube [Our handle: @tspodnetwork] For m…

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Detective Taylor Swift & The Nancy Drew Files 1:20:29

4M ago1:20:29

1:20:29

In this episode, we recap the 2nd half of the Singapore Eras Tour Shows. Then follow along as we discuss all the ways that Taylor is living out her 16 year old detective dreams with the clues from the Tortured Poets Department, as well as some very coincidental (or are they?) ties to Nancy Drew's books, video games, and overall brand. Other topics …

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Singapore, The Black Dog, Emily Dickinson, & Jason Kelce Retires 1:06:36

5M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

This jam-packed episode covers everything from Emily Dickinson to Jason Kelce. We start by discussing the first weekend of the Eras Tour in Singapore as well as the newest TTPD variant, The Black Dog. Jessi touches on how Emily Dickenson is Taylor's 6th cousin and we reflect on Jason Kelce's emotional retirement speech. Follow us on TikTok, Instagr…

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Sydney Shows + The Albatross 1:14:20

5M ago1:14:20

1:14:20

Sydney, Australia experienced another iconic set of shows by Taylor this past week. We dive into the latest mashups, as well as discussing the newest variant announcement: The Albatross.By Jessi & Anna

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Mashup Mayhem in Melbourne + The Bolter 50:31

5M ago50:31

50:31

Taylor kept things exciting this past week introducing multiple mashups into the surprise song section of the Eras tour shows in Melbourne, Australia. Jessi & Anna talk about the madness from the shows, as well as initial thoughts on the new variant of The Torture Poets Department with the Bonus Track 'The Bolter'.…

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It's Taylor's Super Bowl, We're Just Living In It 48:03

5M ago48:03

48:03

Join us as we recap the Chiefs Super Bowl win and Taylor's Tokyo shows. We are also kicking off our February giveaway with a custom crochet hat JUST like the one Taylor has! For full contest rules, please visit tspodnetwork.comBy Jessi & Anna

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The Tortured Poets Department Announcement 1:22:29

5M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

Jessi & Anna are All Too UNWELL.... Taylor announced TS11 at the Grammys this past Sunday and to say the least, we are still processing it all. We will discuss the initial reactions, the days following, and our first impressions of the track titles.By Jessi & Anna

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The 112 Theory w/ Nikki King 1:15:41

6M ago1:15:41

1:15:41

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the 112 theory with TikTok creator, Nikki King. We discuss the origins of the theory, starting with a message from a fellow TikTok creator and friend, Ryan. We then unveil all of the ways that 112 has coincidentally (or not?) fallen into a pattern with Taylor's work. Then, we wrap up with some Grammy predic…

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The Year of Taylor Swift: 2023 Recap 1:17:47

6M ago1:17:47

1:17:47

Follow along as we go back in time to 2023 - the year of Taylor Swift! Jessi & Anna recap the year chronologically with some fun commentary & theories around all the hustle and bustle that was 2023! We also quickly recap the Chiefs vs. Bills playoff game from the past weekend and even talk about Sexiest Man Alive contender Jason Kelce going shirtle…

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Part 2: Playoffs, Top 3 Theories, The Grammy Awards 53:40

6M ago53:40

53:40

In this part, we cover the Grammy Awards and go further into the latest developments of the Argylle theory.By Jessi & Anna

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Part 1: Playoffs, Top 3 Theories, The Grammy Awards 47:07

6M ago47:07

47:07

In this week's episode, we recap Taylor at last weekend's Chiefs game and then get right into our top 3 favorite theories that we are still holding on to! However, things get a bit sidetracked as one theory had major developments this week. Thus, we had to make this a 2-part episode. In the next part, we cover the Grammy Awards and go further into …

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Debut Episode: Golden Globes & Top 3 of 2023 1:12:37

6M ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Welcome to our debut episode of TSPN! On this episode, we'll do some quick introductions and then discuss the Golden Globes from the past weekend. We also spend time reviewing some of our top moments from 2023: Top Surprise Songs, Top Most Unhinged/Chaotic Moments, and Top Moments That Made Us Proud to be a Swiftie!…

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Introducing TSPN 2:37

7M ago2:37

2:37

Allow us to introduce ourselves: This is TSPN - a podcast dedicated to Taylor Swift's influence on pop culture. This podcast is an independent and unauthorized fan publication. The podcast & its assets are in no way affiliated with or endorsed by the artist or any of the people mentioned or depicted in its content.…

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The Do’s and Don’ts of PITCHING YOUR FILM with Hollywood Producer Carol Baum 22:01

8M ago22:01

22:01

I recorded the intro to this episode earlier this week and already it's outdated! The strike is over! We can now talk about how GREAT Carol Baum is. Carol Baum has produced thirty-four movies, seventeen of them independently. Before becoming an independent producer, Baum was co-president of Sandollar Productions, Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin’s pro…

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Excerpt from ⁠⁠⁠Creative Producing: a Pitch-to-Picture Guide to Movie Development⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Carol Baum 10:26

9M ago10:26

10:26

One of Carol's superpowers as a successful producer is her relationships with WRITERs. She is credited for starting the careers of David O’Russell, Noah Baumbach, and Mike White, in addition to being Former VP at 20th Century Fox and Co-President of Sandollar Productions (founded by Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin). This is an excerpt from Carol Baum…

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Mini-Series: Social Media Insights: Q&A Session with Expert Heidi Dean on Content, Branding, Analytics, and Networking (Part 4/4) 44:03

11M ago44:03

44:03

Ready to elevate your social media game? Join us for an enlightening session with Heidi Dean, a master of social media strategy, as we uncover the secrets to crafting an irresistible online persona. In this engaging episode, we're diving into your most pressing questions: How can you build a compelling brand on Instagram? Heidi shares practical ste…

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Mini-Series: Mastering Instagram Highlights: 3 Expert Tips with Social Media Strategist for Actors Heidi Dean (Part 3/4) 17:13

11M ago17:13

17:13

If you're wondering, "How can we use Instagram highlights to network effectively and even book jobs?" – you're in for a treat. Join us as Heidi Dean, the renowned social media strategist, unravels her secret playbook to harness Instagram Highlights for networking and job opportunities. Get ready to revamp your approach and master the art of strateg…

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Mini Series: Ready to Go Viral? Discover 3 Power Plays with Heidi Dean, Social Media Strategist for Actors (Part 2/4) 19:00

11M ago19:00

19:00

Dreaming of making your social media posts go viral? Join us in this dynamic episode as we team up with social media strategist for actors, Heidi Dean, to unveil the secrets of going viral. Discover three powerful strategies to transform your online presence and create a buzz that resonates. From engaging content to trending techniques, we're here …

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Becoming... Executive Producer, Co-Creator and Host Keltie Knight ("SUPERFAN" on CBS; "Lady Gang") 1:05:01

12M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Now before you go crazy and DM me that there's a SAG-AFTRA strike and I can't talk about a CBS production, listen to the episode intro, I address it all! KELTIE KNIGHT is a three-time Emmy award-winning television host whose credits include CBS's ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT, THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS, THE GRAMMYS RED CARPET LIVE and currently is…

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Mini-Series: Strategize Your Social Media during SAG-AFTRA Strike: 3 Tips for Actors from Heidi Dean, Social Media Strategist (Part 1/4) 15:38

12M ago15:38

15:38

What CAN actors do during the SAG-AFTRA strike? The SAG-AFTRA strike (not to mention the WGA strike) is causing ripples in the Entertainment industry. I've been consistently getting asked: - What are we allowed to talk about on social media? - How do we still stay pro-active? - What can we post about? - How do we further our careers when we can't e…

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Becoming... Series Regular Melissa Navia (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+) Season Finale 59:29

1y ago59:29

59:29

Let's end Season 4 with another interview with a Series Regular, shall we?I'm so happy to have Melissa Navia on the podcast. I've known her for years as a working actor in NY, booking co-stars and guest stars in some of our favorite NY shows. During the pandemic, Melissa booked the dream gig, a Series Regular role of Lieutenant Erica Ortegas on the…

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