WHO'S THE GUEST?

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 01, 2013
Matt Williams
Western Avenue Country Band

NOVEMBER 2013

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2013
Sheri Godfrey | The Diamond Betty's

BRIEF BIO: The Diamond Betty's began as a fascination with the timeless allure of the classic pin-up girl. In their dance shows and appearances, they pay tribute to the women of those eras from the original pin-up girl, Betty Grable in the early 40’s, to the infamous Bettie Page in the 50’s. They remind you to continue to be proud of your beauty and strength, and that being sexy can be empowering.

WEBSITE: DiamondBettys.com
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2013
Simon Applebaum | Radio Producer & Host

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: How To Book Top Talent On Your Radio Show. The Current & Future State Of Television, Trends To Watch, Smart TV's, Ultra HD, Multicast Channels, Video-On-Demand, Venture Capital, Crowd Funding, Incubators.

WEBSITE: BlogTalkRadio.com
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2013
Laila Petrone | Writer, Producer 

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What do you consider the best, and the worst parts of the job as an Assistant Director? What’s your process in deciding if you want to work on a particular project? What are some things to consider before accepting or declining a job as an Assistant Director? What would you consider to be the most important skills to have or learn in order to be a 1st, 2nd Assistant Director and Production Assistant?

WEBSITE: IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2013
Nicole Wright | Producer, Director
Armando Saldanamora | Producer, Writer

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  What is the best pitch to get sponsors for a web series? What do you feel is the basic foundation to a successful web series? What's the most you can hope for professionally creating a web series? What are the pros and cons of creating a web series rather than a short film? If you created a short film, say 20-30 minutes long, could you use that same short film and break it down into  a web series? How can you monetize a web series? What are some of the basic steps in making a web series? In making a web series, what advice would you give to somone to same them from a potential disaster or unforseen pitfalls?

WEBSITE:  ProgressTheSeries.com
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2013
Doug Briney | Country Musician

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: On a scale of 1-10, how stressful is a career as a Country music artist? Was there any other career you were interested in before becoming a Country music artist? What advice would you give to young kids who want to pursue a career as a Country music artist? What is the hardest part about being a Country music artist? What characteristic traits does a person have to have to become successful in the Country music business today? What do you feel are the pros and cons of the life of Country music musician?

WEBSITE:  DougBriney.com

SEPTEMBER 2013

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2013
Mara Marini | Actress

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What has it been like working on the set of Parks & Recreation? What has been the biggest lesson you've learned in acting/entertainment, so far? What are the challenges of working as an actress in Hollywood?

WEBSITE:  MaraMarini.com
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2013
Dr. R. Scott Colglazier & Dr. Joseph Nadeau
First Congregational Church of Los Angeles

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  How can someone who wants to pursue a faith based position help to make it an easy transition for their family? For people who are considering a church related career, how would one go about obtaining a similar position? What characteristic traits do you definitely need to possess to work successfully in your career field? What kind of programs are available to low income members of your local community such as health care programs, free food, free clothes?

WEBSITE: fccla.org

AUGUST 2013

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 2013
Jiggley Jones | Singer/Songwriter

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  What's the best way to get gigs as a solo artist? What are the pros and cons of being a solo act versus starting a band? When do you know you are ready to start or be in a band? 

WEBSITE: JiggleyJones.com
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 2013
Xander Demos | Rock Metal Guitarist

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  What are the pros and cons of being a solo act versus starting a band? When do you know you are ready to start or be in a band? What's the best way to get gigs as a solo artist or as a band? Is it the same process? What is the greatness strength and weakness of a band? What is the best way to keep a band together for a long period of time? When do you know when you should start looking for a band manager?

WEBSITE:  XanderDemos.com

JULY 2013

SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2013
Hallie Jordan | Producer, Actress

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  On a scale of 1-10, how stressful is an acting career? What advice would you give to young kids who want to act? What is the hardest part about acting? What characteristic traits does a person have to have to be a great actor?

WEBSITE: HallieJordan.com
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SUNDAY, JULY 21, 201
Leo Foti | Filmmaker
Jane Lanier | Broadway Performer/Choreographer

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  In your opinion, as a new filmmaker, how can one earn a living and sustain their career? How do you get a distribution company interested in your film? What is the best way to approach a representative of a distribution company at the screening of your film? What do you consider money that is well spent and what isn't on a film?

WEBSITE: LeoFoti.com
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SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2013
Mark Bessenger | Filmmaker

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: How do you make sure you have all of the shots you need if you only have one day to shoot? How will I know when I should even attempt to do a feature? I'm so worn out from asking people for money to fund my films. How do I not grow jaded? What's up with the film festivals? 

WEBSITE: BlakkFlamingoPictures.com
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SUNDAY, JULY 07, 2013
Bianca & Tayler Buck | Child Actors

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  What do you think are some concerns that child actors have about casting directors or auditions in general? What are some of your pet peeves about auditions or the casting process? What do you think a child actor should start doing to build a successful career? How does a child actor know how to find and build their branding?

WEBSITE:  BiancaBuck.com | TaylerBuck.com

JUNE 2013

SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2013
Stephanie Selai | Singer, Actress, Dancer

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What is the worst and best advice you've received while pursuing your career? What are some jobs that can supplement your income, but don't take up all of your time to audition and perform?

WEBSITE:  StefanieSelai.com
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SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013
Eric Schaeffer | Director, Screenwriter, Actor

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What three characteristic traits does it take to be a successful producer? What are the basic steps to get a film made on a budget? How do you feel about using a crowd funding website such as Kickstarter or IndieGoGo?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 2013
Frank Ferruccio | Producer, Screenwriter

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What was it like working for Joan Jett of "Joan Jett & The Blackhearts?" How was your experience meeting Mariska Hargitay? What were some of the responsibilities you had while working with Joan Jett?

WEBSITE:  FrankFerruccio.com
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SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2013
Catherine Natale | Actress, Producer, Writer

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: You said that your Kickstarter film funding campaign was a total flop and now you know what you would have done differently. What do you feel you did incorrectly and what do you now think makes a successful Crowd Funding Campaign?

WEBSITE:  RedneckWeddingsTV.com
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SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2013
Ben & Alexander
Owners, Multi-Media Production Company

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What are some of the pros and cons of owning and operating a multi-media production company? Is this a profitable business? What are some things you can do to keep a business such as yours relevant and thriving? What are the main focus areas of a multi-media business and what do you need to devote of yourself to each one? What would be some reasons to open a multi-media production company? What are the perks? What is the deep, dark side of the business? Is this an expensive start-up venture? What is the most you could ever expect to achieve having this type of business? What characteristic traits do you feel a person needs for this line of work?

MAY 2013

SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2013
Brittany McDonald | Singer/Songwriter

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  How do you balance your music with other obligations such as your mate, children, social life? How do you handle mistakes during a performance? When you're performing, how do you keep an audience engaged and excited?

WEBSITE:  noticemeofficial.com
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SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2013
Amy Rose | Country Music Artist

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What is the biggest piece of advice to aspiring singers who dream of moving to Nashville? Do I have to move to Nashville to get my work noticed by the important record labels? What are some things you need to know if you decide to pursue a career in the country music business that's different from a career in another genre of music?

WEBSITE: AmyRoseMusic.com
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SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2013
Jamian J. Blackmon | Actor

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  As a fairly new actor in Hollywood, what do you find to be your greatest challenge? What do you find harder to do out here career-wise than on the East coast? What types of jobs do you recommend to supplement your income while you pursue your career as an actor? What are some things a person should know before they move to Hollywood to pursue a career as an actor?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com

APRIL 2013

SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2013
Val & Her Lovers | Indie Band

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What Are Some Great Guerrilla Music Marketing Suggestions? What's a Record Label Deal All About? How Do I Plan A Radio Promotion Campaign? What Are The Top 10 Reasons Demos Are Rejected? How Do I Get A Solid Fan Base?

WEBSITE: ValAndHerLovers.com
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SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2013
Kelly Gonzales | The Mulligan Project

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  What would be some clues that you may be a good fit for a career in a non-profit organization? What characteristic traits do you definitely need to possess to work successfully in a non-profit organization? What can one do to follow their dream career of working in a non-profit, but at the same time, working on being financially secure for retirement?

The Mulligan Project is a non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of children with disabilities in Central Vietnam through special education, physical therapy, speech therapy and above all . . . dignity.

WEBSITE: Kelly Gonzales | TheMulliganProject.org

MARCH 2013

SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2013
Stacey Tenenbaum | Casting Director

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What three characteristic traits do you feel are mandatory to become a successful casting director? What educational background or training do you recommend pursuing to prepare for a career as a casting director? What are some of the certifications that a casting director can get to improve their credibility? What are some of the common misconceptions you think actors have about casting directors or auditions in general? When you audition actors, what are some of the professional qualities you want to see? How about things that you don't want to see? Pet Peeves? How Do You Build A Successful Acting Career? Photoshop or No Photoshop, that is the question.

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2013
James Karhu | Casting Director, Reality TV

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: Why have reality television shows become so popular? Is this a recommended path for exposure in the entertainment industry as an actor? What makes a great reality television star? Do you get paid a lot of money to be on reality television or anything at all? When you audition for people, what are looking for really? How about things that you don't want to see?

WEBSITE:  JamesKarhu.com
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SUNDAY, MARCH 31 2013
Susan Johnston | Film Festival Founder

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: Who are all the people who attend film festivals and in what ways can each one benefit from attending?  How many people watch each film before it's chosen for their festival?  Who and what are the qualifications of most of the judges?  How can we be guaranteed of a fair system? Why is it that there are some festivals where they refuse to let the public know the panel of judges?  How does a filmmaker find the right market for their film?

WEBSITE: newmediafilmfestival.com

FEBRUARY 2013...

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2013
Mary Lou Belli | Director, Producer

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  Let's discuss the pro's and con's of going to film school as a path to being a director? What does it takes to be a successful director? From a directors viewpoint, what makes a great actor? What would an actor have to do to make you remember them fondly? What are directors biggest pet peeves?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2013
Caroline Liem | Casting Director

"LIVE" AUDITION CRITIQUE: Actors will read original scripts and Caroline will critique the reading and provide advice on how to improve your audition.

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:  If an actor moves here from another state, what is the category delegation of money for his/her acting tools? What are some of the sign to look for to avoid getting scammed? What should an actor be doing to make the most of their day in their pursuit of a successful acting career? How can actors improve their chances of being seen by a casting director without an agent? How can actors get in front of you for an audition?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2013
Tom McClear | Country Musician

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What does it take to become a world-class country musician?  Is there a difference between pursuing a career in country music rather than pop, jazz or any other kind of music?  Where is the best city to get your start in Country music beside Nashville?

WEBSITE:  maclear.net
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2013
Leo Foti| Italian Filmmaker

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: What is the secret that lets you who move effortlessly between acting, film making, musical theater, improvisation and writing? What are the differences between working in Europe and the United States? What are some unique ways to get funding for your films? How do you get distribution for your indie films?

WEBSITE:  7-waves.com

JANUARY 2013...

SUNDAY, JANUARY 06
Valerie McCaffrey | Casting Director

DISCUSSION TOPICS: What are some of the common misconceptions you think actors have about casting directors or auditions in general? Let's talk about the audition process. When you audition actors, what are some of the qualities you look for? How about things that you don't want to see? Pet Peeves? How Do You Build A Successful Acting Career?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 13
Lana Giacose | Teenage Actress

DISCUSSION TOPICS:  What do you think are some fears that teen actors have about casting directors or auditions in general? How does a teen actor know how to find and build on their branding? What are some of your pet peeves about auditions or the casting process? What do you think a teen actor should start doing to build a successful career?

WEBSITE:  IMDB.com
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 20
Matt Hick & Chris Lumb | British Producers

DISCUSSION TOPICS: What are some of the ways you can get funding for your film projects? As Foreign filmmakers, how do you get Hollywood to notice your films?

WEBSITE:  lumbfilm.co.uk
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 27
Adonis Tsilimparis | Composer

DISCUSSION TOPICS: What are key tasks for Music composer? What are the top three skills that you need to be a successful Music composer? What is your process for writing a score to a feature film?

WEBSITE:  adoniscomposer.com

2013  GUEST SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, JANUARY 06 - Valerie MCaffrey | Casting Director
SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 - Lana Giacose | Teenage Actress
SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 - Matt Hick & Chris Lumb | Producers
SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 - Adonis Tsilimparis | Composer

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 03 - Mary Lou Belli | Director, Producer
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 - Caroline Liem | Casting Director
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 - Tom McClear | Country Musician
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 - Leo Foti| Italian Filmmaker

SUNDAY, MARCH 03 - Stacey Tenenbaum | Casting Director
SUNDAY, MARCH 10 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, MARCH 17 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, MARCH 24 - James Karhu | Casting Director, Reality TV
SUNDAY, MARCH 31 - Susan Johnston | Film Festival Founder

SUNDAY, APRIL 07 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, APRIL 14 - Val Macias & Her Lovers | Indie Band
SUNDAY, APRIL 21 - Kelly Gonzales | The Mulligan Project
SUNDAY, APRIL 28 - REPEAT SHOW

SUNDAY, MAY 05 - Jamian J. Blackmon | Actor
SUNDAY, MAY 12 - Amy Rose | Country Music Artist 
SUNDAY, MAY 19 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, MAY 26 - Brittany McDonald | Singer

SUNDAY, JUNE 02 - Ben & Alexander | Radio Hosts
SUNDAY, JUNE 09 - Catherine Natale | Actress, Writer  
SUNDAY, JUNE 16 - Frank Ferruccio | Producer  
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 - Eric Schaeffer | Filmmaker
SUNDAY, JUNE 30 - Stephanie Selai | Vocalist, Actress

SUNDAY, JULY 07 - Bianca & Taylor Buck | Child Actors
SUNDAY, JULY 14 - Mark Bessenger | Producer, Director 
SUNDAY, JULY 21 - Leo Foti | Italian Filmmaker 
SUNDAY, JULY 28 - Hallie Jordan | Producer, Actress

SUNDAY, AUGUST 04 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 - Xander Demos | Rock Metal Guitarist 
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 - Jiggley Jones | Singer/Songwriter 
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 - REPEAT SHOW  

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 - REPEAT SHOW 
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 08 - David Reddish | Writer
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 - Dr. R. Scott Colglazier
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 - REPEAT SHOW  
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 - Mara Marini | Actress

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 06 - Doug Briney | Country Musician
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 - Nicole Wright | Producers 
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 - Laila Petrone | Writer, Producer   

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 03 - Simon Applebaum | Radio Producer/Host
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 - REPEAT SHOW
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 - Sheri Godfrey | The Diamond Betty's
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 - REPEAT SHOW | HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 01 - Matt Williams | Country Band
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 08 - Italina Kirknis | Image/Branding Consultant
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15 - Adrian Bustamante | Actor, Host
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22 - REPEAT SHOW | MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 - REPEAT SHOW | HAPPY NEW YEAR!!