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The Producer's Guide: Todd Garner and the Future of Hollywood

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Film Industry
Hollywood
Robert Newman
Producer Credits
Film Production
Artificial Intelligence
Filmmaking
Guillermo Del Toro
Alfonso Cuaron
Baz Luhrmann
Storytelling
Everything Everywhere All At Once
Mockingbird Pictures
Moulin Rouge
Slumdog Millionaire
Film Quality
Hollywood Production
Warner Bros
Producers United
Producers

Todd knows movies. For 30 years, the Hollywood veteran has overseen 170 films (and counting) - including XXX, Anger Management, 13 Going on 30, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Black Hawk Down, Punch Drunk Love, Con Air, and Hellboy. Join Todd as he shares tips and stories on the movie business and chats it up with A-list industry pals.

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Latest Episodes

Todd is joined by leading film industry analyst and data researcher STEPHEN FOLLOWS as they dissect the data on producers per film throughout history. Yes. EVERY MOVIE EVER MADE. They'll discuss the increasing trend of producers per film, who is resp... more

From growing up in an Italian immigrant family in Cleveland to producing some of the biggest theatrical and streaming films of all time, Angela Russo-Otstot shares how she and her brothers (Anthony and Joe) broke into Hollywood. They discuss the Russ... more

Award-winning producer, Hidden Pictures founder, and failed Muppet TODD LIEBERMAN shares why heart and soul is his north star for making movies and TV shows. He'll discuss adapting beloved books and IP like The Housemaid, Beauty and the Beast, Wonder... more

Are brands destined to become the new media studios? Sugar23 Director of Business Development JAMES CRANE joins Todd for a fascinating conversation about brand partnerships in entertainment, authentic integration, and how this avenue for capital is b... more

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Angela Russo-Otstot
Chief Creative Officer of AGBO
AGBO
Episode: AGBO CCO Angela Russo-Otstot
Todd Lieberman
Producer, founder of Hidden Pictures, Oscar and Emmy-winning storyteller
Hidden Pictures
Episode: Heart & Soul w/ Todd Lieberman
James Crane
Director of Business Development at Sugar23
Sugar23
Episode: Branded Storytelling w/ James Crane
Carolyn Blackwood
Head of Sphere Studios
Sphere
Episode: Head of Sphere Studios: Carolyn Blackwood
Diane Warren
Prolific American songwriter known for her influential work and multiple awards in the music industry.
Episode: Is This Finally the Time Diane Warren Wins the Oscar After 17 Nominations?
Tobias Queisser
Co-founder and CEO of Cinelytic
Cinelytic Group
Episode: Is There a Version of AI That Can Actually Help the Hollywood Ecosystem? w/ Tobias Queisser
Janet Yang
An Emmy and Golden Globe-winning Hollywood producer and former president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Episode: Joy Luck Club producer Janet Yang
Ed Boon
Creative director at NetherRealm Studios and co-creator of the Mortal Kombat franchise
NetherRealm Studios
Episode: Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon
Ronny Chieng
Emmy-winning comedian and actor, known for The Daily Show and Crazy Rich Asians.
Episode: Ronny Chieng!

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Todd Garner
Host with over 30 years of experience in film production, having overseen 170 films. Known for his engaging conversations and industry insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 326 ratings
  • Like a college degree

    Whether you’re in or want to be in film, scripted, or unscripted tv…doesn’t matter. Every single episode has brilliant insight, thoughts, and experiences that will educate you and spark a thousand ideas to further your skills as a Producer. Todd is providing a college education in producing, without the tuition fees. The Producer’s Guide is essential listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    curtiswanderson
    United Statesa month ago
  • Listen to this everyday

    A must listen. I listen everyday and constantly am re-listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark C. Fields
    United States5 years ago
  • Great resource! Todd is amazing!

    Great resource! Todd is amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    452778!cat
    United States5 years ago
  • The best!

    Very informative and intriguing. Hope Todd continues with the Pod at some capacity once Hollywood resumes filming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indian Bot Farm
    United States5 years ago
  • 10/10

    Thank you for opening things up & sharing information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Senile Sapien
    United States6 years ago

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The discussions are described as authentic and relatable, with guests providing valuable perspectives on their careers.
Listeners find the content engaging and informative, frequently praising Todd Garner's interviewing skills and industry insights.
Many express inspiration from the stories shared, highlighting the podcast's motivational aspects for those in the film industry.

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#80
India/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#115
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Apple Podcasts
#211
New Zealand/TV & Film

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Heart & Soul w/ Todd Lieberman
Q: How did you decide to start Hidden Pictures and pursue distribution-flexible projects?
After COVID, he envisioned a shift toward flexible, market-driven productions and created Hidden Pictures to develop stories that could live across platforms, backing projects with own funds when necessary.
Heart & Soul w/ Todd Lieberman
Q: What motivates your approach to adapting IP and guiding projects?
He emphasizes starting from the soul of the story, focusing on what moves audiences, and using a meditative, audience-centered process to test and refine adaptations, such as Wonder and Beauty and the Beast.
Heart & Soul w/ Todd Lieberman
Q: How did you get into producing in Hollywood?
Lieberman describes starting in theater, moving to LA, taking an assistant job in publicity, and gradually finding his path through public events, foreign sales, and Summit, which gave him foundational film industry exposure.
Heart & Soul w/ Todd Lieberman
Q: What did you study in college?
Todd Lieberman studied psychology and classical studies, and performed in a comedy theater troupe, which helped shape his understanding of people and performance.
Is This Finally the Time Diane Warren Wins the Oscar After 17 Nominations?
Q: What advice do you have for that person or anybody that's listening to this, that's in that situation that maybe is having a crisis of confidence or doesn't believe that they can actually make it because it's just daunting to be an artist in this world right now?
Don't give up. Work your ass off. Put on blinders. Let all the obstacles inspire you.

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Focused on the film industry, this series provides insights into the production world through engaging conversations with notable producers, directors, and industry veterans. Topics frequently explored include the nitty-gritty of getting films greenlit, the evolving dynamics of studio leadership, and the role of creative storytelling in filmmaking. Each episode regularly features guests who share their personal journeys, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring filmmakers, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Hollywood's behind-the-scenes workings. Notably, the host's extensive experience and rapport with guests enrich the dialogues, offering listeners authentic and thought-provoking content.

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