Best Pete Chatmon Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 81: Theo Travers (Old Friends, New Industry) 1:05:26

1M ago1:05:26

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We are bringing the podcast full circle as our very first guest, Theo Travers, returns for the Season 6 finale of Let’s Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Theo Travers is a Showrunner and Writer known for “Parish”, “Billions”, “Power”, “Love Life” season 2, and "House of Lies". In this episode, Theo sits down with Pete to discuss new realities and the state…

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Episode 80: Let's Shoot LIVE! (Take 1) 1:05:40

1M ago1:05:40

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Last Wednesday, we brought the hive together for a screening of Pete Chatmon’s YELLOWJACKETS Episode 306, “Thanksgiving (Canada),” followed by a killer in-depth panel and Q&A featuring creators and executive producers, Ashey Lyle and Bart Nickerson, director and executive producer, Jeffrey W. Byrd and actors, Courtney Eaton and Warren Kole. In this…

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Episode 79: Stephen Marks 1:26:47

1M ago1:26:47

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Armed with agency expertise, Stephen evolved into a hands-on manager by blending his sharp instincts with long-term career strategy. Stephen Marks is a Manager and the President of Dialed-In-Entertainment. In this episode, Stephen joins Pete to share his insights on the progression of negotiation, the difference between an agent and a manager, the …

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Episode 78: Rose McIver 1:36:00

2M ago1:36:00

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Taking on a new role behind the scenes, Rose balanced both sides of the lens by making her TV directorial debut on episode 413 of CBS’s “Ghosts”. Rose McIver is a New Zealand-born actress known for “Ghosts”, “The Lovely Bones”, “iZombie”, and “Woke”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Rose as they discuss the art of multitasking and leading a show,…

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Episode 77: Sascha Penn 1:45:31

2M ago1:45:31

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Transitioning from writer to showrunner, Sascha now balances storytelling, leadership, and logistics to shape his vision from concept to completion. Sascha Penn is a writer, producer, and showrunner known for “Raising Kanan”, “Creed 2”, “Survivor’s Remorse”, and “Power”. In this episode, Sascha sits down with Pete to discuss pitching and developing…

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Episode 76: Kelly McCreary 1:33:10

2M ago1:33:10

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After launching her career through both commercial and stage work, Kelly developed a strong on-screen presence and marketable charm which later translated into compelling television roles. Kelly McCreary is an actress known for “Greys Anatomy”, “Scandal”, “Emily Owens M.D., and “Harvey Girls Forever!”. In this special episode, Kelly joins Pete to d…

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Episode 75: Rebecca Asher 1:27:37

2M ago1:27:37

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Starting in Script Supervision, Rebecca mastered the mechanics of storytelling before stepping into the Director’s chair with confidence. Rebecca Asher is a Director known for “Big Mood”, “High Potential”, “Ghosts”, and “Grace and Frankie”. In this episode, Rebecca and Pete discuss the evolution of technology, the role of a Script Supervisor and tr…

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Episode 74: Rafael Casal 1:42:16

3M ago1:42:16

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With roots in spoken word and rap, Rafael seamlessly blends poetic expression with cinematic structure to shape compelling scripts. Rafael Casal is a multi-hyphenate storyteller known for Blindspotting, Loki, Bad Education, and Wildcat. In this episode, Rafael sits down with Pete to discuss transitioning from music to film, the independent hustle a…

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Episode 73: Maggie Kiley 1:20:46

3M ago1:20:46

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From a young actress staging backyard productions to crafting powerful scenes from the director’s chair, Maggie’s storytelling journey came full circle. Maggie Kiley is a Director known for “American Sports Story”, “Doctor Odyssey”, “Brilliant Minds” and NBC’s upcoming series “Grosse Pointe Garden Society”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Maggie…

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Episode 72: Mike Colter 1:20:09

3M ago1:20:09

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Discovering his passion at a young age, Mike embraces the grind by going above and beyond to ensure he’s well prepared for any role he portrays. Mike Colter is an Actor known for “Evil”, “Luke Cage”, “The Good Wife”, and “Alarum”. In this episode, Mike joins Pete to discuss being a student of technique, fueling your artistic passions, collaborating…

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Episode 71: Lee Toland Krieger 1:52:34

9M ago1:52:34

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At an early age, Lee was captivated by the art of creating illusions for an audience which helped him transition this passion into crafting mesmerizing visual stories. Lee Toland Krieger is a writer and director known for “You”, “Dead Boy Detectives”, “Superman & Lois”, and “The Age of Adaline”. In this episode, Lee sits down with Pete to discuss t…

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Episode 70: Anatomy of Booking a Job 1:31:28

9M ago1:31:28

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The most frequently asked question of any working Director is “how do you secure a job?”. In this special craft episode, Pete is joined by returning guest Keith Powell to discuss their journeys to directing for television, set culture and protocol, the importance of investing wholeheartedly in your work, creating your own opportunities, recalibrati…

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Episode 69: Tara Miele 1:13:29

9M ago1:13:29

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Being relentless in her journey during the peak of personal trials and industry strikes created the foundation for this Director’s ability to explore complex emotional landscapes in her work. Tara Miele is a film and television Director and Writer known for “Lessons in Chemistry”, “Wander Darkly”, “The Nomads”, “Little America’ and more. In this ep…

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Episode 68: Linda Lowy 1:33:58

10M ago1:33:58

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This well-rounded Casting Director brings a unique perspective and commitment to inclusive casting practices after seamlessly transitioning into her role from teaching American Sign Language in England. Linda Lowy is a Casting Director known for “Grey’s Anatomy”, “Friday Night Lights”, “Scandal”, and more! In this episode, Linda sits down with Pete…

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Episode 67: The Cast of Dead Boy Detectives 1:07:00

10M ago1:07:00

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Despite an unexpected schedule change that required filming the season finale before the two preceding episodes, this cast showcased their unwavering commitment and passion for storytelling. “Dead Boy Detectives” is among Netflix’s latest hit series and stars George Rexstrew, Kassius Nelson, and Yuyu Kitamura. In this special roundtable episode, Pe…

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Episode 66: Janine Nabers 1:05:39

10M ago1:05:39

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Making the transition from track to theater was an easy call the moment Janine stepped on stage for the first time. Janine Nabers is a playwright, television writer, and producer known for “Atlanta’, “Serial Black Face”, “Watchmen” and the Amazon Prime hit series “Swarm”. In this episode, Janine sits down with Pete to discuss the importance of a Wr…

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Episode 65: Aja Naomi King 1:20:26

10M ago1:20:26

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Maintaining an optimistic outlook while navigating the highs and lows of show business is something that Aja continues to master. @ajanaomi_king is an actor known for "Lessons in Chemistry”, "Sylvie's Love", “The Birth of a Nation”, and the hit series “How to Get Away with Murder”. In this episode, Pete and Aja discuss the importance of asking ques…

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Episode 64: Kelly Park 1:04:52

11M ago1:04:52

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Kelly made the seamless transition from acting coach to television director by creating a supportive environment that enhances an actor’s creativity and confidence on-screen. Kelly Park is a director known for “Lopez vs. Lopez”, “Frasier”, "The Neighborhood”, and “Station19”. In this episode, Kelly and Pete discuss the importance of nurturing creat…

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Episode 63: Maria Mantia 1:33:11

11M ago1:33:11

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Starting as a set production assistant, Maria gained invaluable experience on film and TV sets which led to the development of a keen eye for detail and organization. Maria Mantia is a 1st AD known for “Star Trek: Picard”, “Westworld”, “Welcome To Chippendales”, and “Interior Chinatown”, an upcoming Hulu series. In this episode, Maria sits down wit…

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Episode 62: Jameel Saleem 1:17:18

11M ago1:17:18

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After finding the confidence to skillfully translate his sense of humor into written words, Jameel knew it was time to pursue a career as a comedy writer. Jameel Saleem is a writer, producer, diirector, and actor best known for “Bob’s Burgers”, “South Park”, “Disenchantment” and “Exit Strategy”. In this episode, Pete and Jameel discuss the pillars …

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Episode 61: Ava DuVernay 1:23:14

1+ y ago1:23:14

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With a firm background in journalism and publicity, Ava seamlessly transitioned her marketing expertise into crafting compelling cinematic narratives spanning documentary, television, and feature films. Ava DuVernay is a versatile Director best known for ‘Origin’, ‘When They See Us’, ‘Selma’, and ‘Queen Sugar’. In this special New Year's Day episod…

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Episode 60: Director's Roundtable [Season 4 Finale!] 1:59:48

1+ y ago1:59:48

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Directors Anya Adams, Carl Seaton, and Jeff Byrd make their return to the pod as we welcome Morenike Joela Evans and Daniel Willis for our first ever Director's Round Table with Pete! These multi-faceted television Directors have a diverse portfolio spanning various genres including The Flight Attendant, Snowfall, Yellowjackets, The Blacklist, The …

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Episode 59: Bola Ogun 1:26:23

1+ y ago1:26:23

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In 2017, Bola wrote, starred in, and directed the short film ‘The Water Phoenix’ which quickly became her calling card. It also helped her identify her voice and tone as a Director. Bola Ogun is a first-generation Nigerian American Director best known for ‘Queen Sugar’, ‘The Witcher’, ‘Raising Dion’, and ‘Are We Good Parents?”. In this episode, Bol…

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Episode 58: Allison Liddi-Brown 1:38:10

1+ y ago1:38:10

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After years of theater directing, Allison made the transition into television bringing a keen understanding of performance and stagecraft to the small screen. Allison Liddi-Brown is a Director best known for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, ‘CSI: Miami’, ‘The Good Doctor’, ‘Scandal’, and ‘The Secret World of Alex Mack’. In this episode, Allison joins Pete to disc…

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Episode 57: Jonathan Judge 1:47:16

1+ y ago1:47:16

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With a focus on identifying the best way to tell a story, Jonathan showcases a diverse skill set that enriches the visual, technical and narrative aspects of a production. Jonathan Judge is a television director best known for “Blues Clues'', “LazyTown”, “Young Sheldon'', and “The Really Loud House''. In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Pete t…

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Episode 56: Princess Monique Filmz 1:21:09

1+ y ago1:21:09

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Guided by her faith and persistence, Princess Monique Filmz has engaged in a diverse range of creative pursuits, forging a unique path for her Director’s journey. Princess Monique Filmz is a Director best known for “The Goldbergs”, “Grand Crew”, “BMF” and her award winning short film, “The Call”. In this episode, Princess sits down with Pete to dis…

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Episode 55: Mo Marable 1:39:00

1+ y ago1:39:00

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Fascinated by the magic of filmmaking at the age of 8, Maurice became a committed matinee moviegoer. Mo Marable is a Television Director best known for ‘Veep’, ‘Brockmire’, ‘’Woke, and ‘Grand Crew. In this episode, Mo joins Pete to discuss the process of designing a main title sequence, battling with logistics and budgeting hurdles, relationship bu…

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Episode 54: Anya Adams 1:13:10

1+ y ago1:13:10

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From running base camp to sitting in the Director's chair, Anya navigates her journey with great communication, intention and leadership. Anya Adams is a Canadian-American director best known for ‘Black-ish’, ‘Ginny and Georgia', ‘Yellowjackets’ and her feature film directorial debut, ‘Prom Pact’. In this episode, Anya sits down with Pete to discus…

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Episode 53: Garrett McNamara 1:06:18

1+ y ago1:06:18

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Influenced by the skateboard to surfing pipeline, Garrett hit the waves at the age of 11 after moving to Hawaii. From there he has gone on to travel the world, leaving his name in the sand as the world's preeminent (and record breaking) big wave surfer. On this episode, Garrett joins Pete to discuss how 3 years of footage led to the creation of the…

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Episode 52: Reggie Rock Bythewood 1:19:09

1+ y ago1:19:09

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From “Another World” to “A Different World” and everything in between, Reggie has learned the value of being a passionate truth seeker. Reggie Rock Bythewood is a Writer, Director, and Producer best known for “Get On The Bus'', “Notorious”, “Gun Hill” and the Apple TV+ series, “Swagger”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Reggie as he discusses his…

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Episode 51: Paris Barclay 1:01:27

1+ y ago1:01:27

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With the original plan to pursue a career as a musical theater composer still in his back pocket, Paris has created a life for himself as a “coordinator of brilliance”. Paris Barclay is an award winning Director and Producer, known for “Dahmer”, “Sons of Anarchy”, “The West Wing”, “NYPD Blue” and the list goes on. He's also a two-term former presid…

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Episode 50: Charlie Day On The Making Of “Fool’s Paradise” [From 2014 to 2023] 1:28:43

2y ago1:28:43

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In between takes of “It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia”, Charlie would spend his time writing and rewriting what would be his directorial debut, "Fool's Paradise". In this episode, Charlie and Pete dive into the realities of filmmaking from script to screen, the importance of discovering a character's wants and needs, lessons learned from the makin…

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Episode 49: Anton Cropper On Transitioning From Second AD to Directing Pilots and Feature Films 1:37:26

2y ago1:37:26

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Anton Cropper is a director and producer known for ’Monk’, ‘Black-ish’, ’Suits’, and his recent feature film ‘Fantasy Football’. In this episode, Anton joins Pete to discuss the role of the Stage Manager, directing actors and applying writer's notes, the importance of relationships, creating new worlds when directing pilots, pitch deck preparation,…

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Episode 48: Charles Murray On His Journey From Self-Taught Screenplay Writer To Showrunner 1:57:37

2y ago1:57:37

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During a time when there was no clear blueprint for becoming a filmmaker in Hollywood, Charles Murray devoted his youth to educating himself via self-help handbooks from his local libraries. Charles is a writer, director, and producer best known for ’Sons of Anarchy’, ‘Luke Cage’, ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’, and ‘Tales of Jedi’. He serves as showr…

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Episode 47: Brian Kubovcik On The Role of VFX Supervisor [Craft Episode] 1:00:54

2y ago1:00:54

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To avoid having to write a final paper for a Philosophy and Religion Studies course, Brian put his creativity to the test and presented a short film. Now an Emmy-nominated VFX supervisor, Brian Kubovcik is the Head of Studio for FuseFX and known for “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law”, “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan”, and “Criminal Minds”. In this episode, Brian …

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Episode 46: Shiri Appleby On Her Journey From Acting On Roswell To Directing “UnPrisoned” 1:07:11

2y ago1:07:11

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Shiri Appleby began her acting journey at age 5, working on the set of numerous television shows and commercials. An actress and director born in Calabasas, California, Shiri is best known for her breakout roles in “Roswell” and “Life Unexpected”, and her directorial work on “Grown-ish” and “UnPrisoned”. In this episode, Shiri and Pete discuss the …

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Episode 45: Ellen Rapaport On The Creation And Development Of “Minx” 1:09:04

2y ago1:09:04

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Writing and selling a screenplay about a lawyer while working at a law firm is how Ellen became a writer best known for ‘Desperados’, ‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’, and her hit series ’Minx’. In this episode, Ellen and Pete discuss her transition into storytelling, how she discovered and developed the story of “Minx”, the process of pitching a story t…

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Episode 44: The Actor's Perspective 1:16:52

2y ago1:16:52

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On this special episode, Pete combines previous podcast conversations with a variety of actors to spotlight their perspectives. Join us as we revisit why Issa Rae enjoys the writers room, the first story that impacted Dorian Missick, the best note Keith Powell gave to an actor, how Aya Cash prepares for character roles vs. personal interviews, Kale…

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Episode 43: Shannon Baker Davis On Good Instincts and Editing For TV and Feature Films 1:20:55

2y ago1:20:55

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Shannon Baker Davis is an award-winning television and film editor best known for ‘Grown-ish’, ‘Queen Sugar’, ’Top Chef’, ‘The Photograph’, and “Prom Pact”. In this episode, Pete gains access to the mind of an editor as Shannon describes what she looks for when navigating through various cuts, her transition from reality tv to scripted editing, the…

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Episode 42: Valerie Weiss On Her Journey From Biophysics To “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” 1:31:22

2y ago1:31:22

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Valerie Weiss is an award-winning director and scientist known for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds”, “Outer Banks” and “Chicago Med”. In this episode, Valerie and Pete discuss the future of filmmaking as they explore the benefits of using volume technology and Scriptation, the importance of allowing your life experiences to influence your perspectiv…

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Episode 41: Jeff Byrd On How His Directorial Rebirth Landed Him On Season Two of "Yellowjackets" 1:48:28

2y ago1:48:28

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Showing up to set as an intern in your Sunday’s Best is not your average story, but the impression certainly impacted his journey. Jeff Byrd is a Director known for "Star Trek: Discovery", "Black Lightning”, and the 7 Emmy award nominated show, “Yellowjackets”. Tune in as Jeff joins the discussion, sharing how he transitioned from music video direc…

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Episode 40: 0 to 100: The Catch Up 38:12

2y ago38:12

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After almost a year-long hiatus, Pete welcomes you back with Episode 40 of Let's Shoot With Pete Chatmon. Join Pete as he goes from 0-100, revisiting just what he's been up to, diving into some mail bag questions submitted by listeners like you, and sharing a sneek peek of what to expect this "season", including a list of upcoming podcast guests...…

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Episode 39: Directing Great Television: A Crossover with the Just Shoot It Podcast! 1:25:58

3y ago1:25:58

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This week we have a special crossover podcast with the good folks over at JUST SHOOT IT. Pete sat down with Matt Enlow and Oren Kaplan for a second time to chat episodic directing television and how he's been bringing his unique vision to projects since they last talked in August of 2020. When three directors get together things go super in depth, …

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Episode 38: Kaley Cuoco On Developing And Starring In "The Flight Attendant" 1:23:21

3y ago1:23:21

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Kaley Cuoco is an actress, best known for her work in "8 Simple Rules", "Charmed", and "The Big Bang Theory". After discovering the unreleased novel while scrolling through Amazon, "The Flight Attendant" became Cuoco’s first project as a producer. In this episode, Kaley joins Pete to discuss the lessons learned from working with John Ritter, landin…

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Episode 37: Seven Tips For Blocking Scenes In Television 38:28

3y ago38:28

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On this special craft episode, Pete highlights the importance of “blocking” when shooting scenes for television. Pete talks in depth about understanding which character has the most important entrance, identifying which angle provides the most meaningful coverage for the characters, how blocking can help communicate the subtext of a scene, doing yo…

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Episode 36: Sera Gamble On Screenwriting, Showrunning, and Netflix's Hit Series "You" 1:03:16

3y ago1:03:16

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Sera Gamble is a writer and producer, best known for her work on "Supernatural", "The Magicians", and Netflix’s hit series "You". In this episode, Sera sits down with Pete to talk about her 10,000 hour long journey from poetry to screenplays, television screenwriting's chain of command, writing a story through the eyes of Joe Goldberg, social media…

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Episode 35: "The Director's Currency In Television Is Speed..." 49:22

3y ago49:22

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On this special Craft Episode, Pete answers a handful of questions given to him by listeners like you. Pete discusses the importance of blocking a scene in preparation for rehearsals, redefining your expectations when executing a project, the benefits of putting together a web-series, directing actors, and more. The episode concludes with a live re…

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Episode 34: Kelly Edwards On Her Journey To The Executive Chair And Beyond 1:45:02

3y ago1:45:02

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Kelly Edwards has made her mark at more than a dozen studios and production companies over her 30 year journey. From inside the network ranks to her recent producing deal with HBO, Kelly is currently living out her dream as a writer on Fox's “Our Kind Of People”. On this episode, Kelly joins Pete to talk about the importance of having a support sys…

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Episode 33: Crystle C. Roberson On Carving Her Own Path Into Directing 1:32:36

3y ago1:32:36

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Crystle C. Roberson is best known for her work on OWN’s ‘Greenleaf’, ‘All American’ on the CW, and ABC’s ‘Queens’. Inspired by a scene from Spielberg’s ‘The Color Purple’, Crystle went from photography to producing director. On this episode, Crystle joins Pete to talk about merging photography with motion picture, shooting short films over the week…

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Episode 32: Geeta Gandbhir On How Narrative Film Created A Foundation For Her Approach As A Documentarian 1:16:52

3y ago1:16:52

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Geeta Gandbhir got her start working as an Assistant Editor for Spike Lee films like “Malcolm X”, “Clockers”, and “Bamboozled”. It wasn’t until post 9/11 that she transitioned from narrative films to documentaries. On this episode, Geeta joins Pete to talk about the role of an editor and what makes them good, her process when it comes to selecting …

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