Mentors on the Mic: Your guide to pursuing a career in the Entertainment industry
Michelle Simone MillerJoin actress and host Michelle Simone Miller and hear from the most interesting people in Entertainment, as well as the inside scoop on all of your favorite films and TV shows. Each week Michelle talks to Directors, Producers, Network Execs, Actors and more, to learn how they started, how they moved up, and any tips they've learned along the way. Mentors on the Mic is the place to find Mentorship ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 181 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film InterviewsTV & Film | |||
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Susannah Flood received a Tony nomination this season for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play, for her work starring in Liberation on Broadway. She reprised the role she originated Off-Broadway, where she received Drama Desk an... more
Director Georgia Oakley brings a fresh take to Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles as sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. After their family loses its estate, the sisters navigate love, heartbreak an... more
Michelle sits down with Mackenzie Newcomb, founder of Bad Bitch Book Club, to talk about the Amazon adaptation of The Love Hypothesis and why the film worked so well for readers. They also dig into how Bad Bitch Book Club grew from a tiny Facebook gr... more
Ponderosa had its World Premiere at Tribeca Festival 2026. It stars Alexis Bledel, Bill Camp and Jack Dylan Grazer. This is a video podcast you can watch on Spotify.
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- Insightful and Engaging — A MUST for Industry Creatives
If you love hearing the stories behind how movies actually get made, Mentors on the Mic is a must-listen. The conversations explore every part of the creative process in a way that feels honest, genuine, and engaging.
The host has a real gift for making guests feel comfortable, so every interview feels like you're sitting in the room with them. She's funny, genuinely curious, and you can tell how much she loves film. You get insights from filmmakers, directors, and actors that you wouldn't norm... more
Apple Podcasts5Googleuser1234
United States3 months ago - OBSESSED
I stumbled upon this podcast and I haven’t been able to stop listening. I love love love the discussions, the questions, the advice, the honesty, the humor, the reality. I think I’ve listened to almost every episode (or very soon). Thank you for creating this for the artists, Michelle. So encouraged, inspired, and entertained! You’re a great interviewer and person!!!!!!
Apple Podcasts5JoyceyoungkimUnited States8 months ago - Incredible Podcast
A wealth of information for those pursuing a career in show business. As an agent, I can tell you the is a podcast to pay close attention too!
Apple Podcasts5abramante76United Statesa year ago - An Actor’s Goldmine of Information
Michelle hosts THE essential podcast for actors who want to truly understand the business of acting. The caliber of guests she brings on is unparalleled, and their insights are shared with an honesty and depth that’s rare to find. Every episode is a masterclass, covering topics that are crucial for any actor striving to succeed in this industry.
As a soon-to-be graduate of The Neighborhood Playhouse’s 2-year conservatory in NYC, I’ve absorbed a plethora of invaluable lessons from both Michelle ... more
Apple Podcasts5WadeSellersUnited States2 years ago - Adriana Parsons
One of my favorite podcasts! My daughter is a teen actress in LA and we love listening to Michelle’s interviews. She asks all the right questions and her guests openly share advice and success stories. Real world actionable ideas that you won’t find in a classroom or textbook. Keep up the great work Michelle!
Apple Podcasts5Bella.BaroneUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #157 | United States/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #92 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #48 |  Israel/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #51 |  Sweden/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  Finland/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #121 |  New Zealand/TV & Film/Film Interviews |
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Actress Michelle Simone Miller hosts long-form conversations with people working across film and television, including actors, directors, writers, producers, casting professionals and network executives. Guests discuss how they entered the industry, built their careers and handled the practical challenges of making and promoting creative work, with advice for people pursuing similar paths. The format also includes festival roundtables, red-carpet interviews and discussions of book-to-screen adaptations, alongside occasional festival guides and recommendations. Its distinctive focus is the range of roles behind entertainment projects: conversations move beyond performance to explore casting, development, production, collaboration and career ... more
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