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The Movie Business Podcast

Jason E. Squire
Streaming Services
Netflix
Intellectual Property
Artificial Intelligence
Film Production
Independent Film
Film Distribution
Emergence
Invention
Toonstar
Wattpad
Webtoon
Generative Artificial Intelligence
Legendary Entertainment
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Web 3
Entertainment Industry
Studio Distribution
Sundance Film Festival
Steven and Parker

Picking up where Movie Business Book left off, Jason Squire hosts a wide range of industry talent and executives to answer fundamental questions about the business today.

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JON REISS is a filmmaker, writer, media strategist, and author of “Think Outside the Box Office.” His company, 8 Above, creates custom strategies and theatrical experiences for independent films. Reiss has consulted with hundreds of filmmakers and fi... more

ALYSSA WEISBERG is an Emmy and Artios award-winning Casting Director with over 90 credits in features and TV. These include STAR TREK BEYOND for director Justin Lin, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: GHOST PROTOCOL and TOMORROWLAND for Brad Bird, projects for J.J.... more

FRED MILSTEIN is CEO of Media Guarantors, a CAC Group Company, with over 30 years of independent film production, completion guarantee and financing experience. Fred was the prior Global Head of Production at Miramax and also held senior-level positi... more

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BLAIR RICH, Chief Marketing & Commercial Officer at Legendary Entertainment, drives marketing, branding and communications, emphasizing new technologies and data analytics. Earlier, she was President and Chief Business Officer of Virgin Galactic's Co... more

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Recent Guests

Alyssa Weisberg
Emmy and Artios Award-winning casting director
Self/Industry professional
Episode: SECRETS OF CASTING with ALYSSA WEISBERG
Fred Milstein
CEO of Media Guarantors, a CAC Group company
Media Guarantors
Episode: SECRETS OF INVOKING THE COMPLETION GUARANTEE with FRED MILSTEIN
Blair Rich
Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer at Legendary Entertainment
Legendary Entertainment
Episode: SECRETS OF MARKETING WITH BLAIR RICH
Maryann Brandon
Film and television editor known for collaboration with director JJ Abrams
Editor (Maryann Brandon, ACE)
Episode: SECRETS OF EDITING with MARYANN BRANDON
Damián Romay
Argentinian and American film and television producer, writer and director
Sunshine Films (production company)
Episode: SECRETS OF MAKING TV MOVIES with DAMIÁN ROMAY
Neville Spiteri
Founder and CEO of WEVR (W-E-V-R), a studio focused on immersive interactive experiences
WEVR
Episode: SECRETS OF EXPANDED STORYTELLING with NEVILLE SPITERI
Ilan Haimoff
Partner and entertainment practice leader at GHJ
GHJ
Episode: CRYSTAL BALL: A LOOK AT 2026 with JASON E. SQUIRE and ILAN HAIMOFF
Vincent Landay
Oscar-nominated producer known for collaborating with Spike Jonze on Her and other projects
Episode: SECRETS OF PRODUCING ‘HER’ with VINCENT LANDAY
Jillian Borders
Head of Preservation at the UCLA Film and Television Archive, a unit of UCLA Library
UCLA Film and Television Archive
Episode: SECRETS OF FILM PRESERVATION with JILLIAN BORDERS

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Jason Squire
Host engages a wide range of industry talent and executives, facilitating discussions around the film business today.

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SECRETS OF CASTING with ALYSSA WEISBERG
Q: What are the secrets of casting?
The secrets involve passionate care for actors, curating auditions, and presenting performers in the best possible light, along with rigorous talent tracking and building relationships with directors and financiers.
SECRETS OF EDITING with MARYANN BRANDON
Q: What about handling disagreements on pace or cuts during assembly?
Disagreements are common and normal. The editor presents their cut, listens to the director's feedback, and remains willing to redo or reframe a sequence, recognizing that many iterations lead to stronger storytelling.
SECRETS OF EDITING with MARYANN BRANDON
Q: Where do you think editing and the business are going, especially with AI?
AI may handle mechanical tasks or help with lines, but it cannot replace the emotional, creative thinking that editors apply to storytelling. The human editor remains essential for determining pacing, emotion, and the overall arc of a film or show.
SECRETS OF EDITING with MARYANN BRANDON
Q: How does the material reach the editor and what happens next?
Typically multiple assistants transfer dailies to the editor's system, often immediately, sometimes even as scenes are being shot. With digital workflows, the material can be accessed instantly, allowing the editor to begin shaping the sequence while production continues.
SECRETS OF EDITING with MARYANN BRANDON
Q: What are the secrets of editing?
The core is storytelling—being open to imagination, understanding what a story needs, and recognizing that the script is a guide. An editor must adapt to the director's vision, stay flexible, and use the material as a catalyst to craft a compelling cut.

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A comprehensive exploration of the dynamics within the film and television industry, featuring industry veterans and executives who share their insights on various aspects of the business. Topics frequently revolve around sound design, distribution strategies, market research, and innovative approaches to content creation, reflecting the ongoing evolution within the industry. The discussions are characterized by an emphasis on the intersection of creativity and commerce, making it a valuable resource for both aspiring and established professionals looking to navigate the complexities of the entertainment landscape.

Noteworthy elements include thought-provoking dialogues concerning the impact of technological advancements like AI on product... more

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