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Executive Producer Steve Berkowitz has been producing unscripted television, documentary series and sports for 20 years. Each episode, Steve interviews some of the most talented people working today in television, film, music, sports, business, medicine, and much more. Listen as he shares fascinating and riveting stories from behind the scenes of your favorite documentaries, reality TV shows, game shows, and true crime docu-series.
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Sports Journalist Emily Bicks Talks NFL Draft; Plus, the Battle for NBA Broadcast Rights and Paramount's Predicament
In this episode, I chat with sports reporter Emily Bicks of Heavy Sports about the NFL draft and the surprises and decisions that have fans, players and insiders talking. We break down the Atlanta Falcons' selection of Michael Penix Jr., the New York Giants' choice of Malik Nabers, and the trade between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills, which has given Patrick Mahomes a potentially dangerous weapon in Xavier Worthy.
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Filmmakers Rachael Dyer and Scott Ruderman Talk "Pay or Die," and Hollywood Faces a Harsh Reality
Filmmakers Rachael Dyer and Scott Ruderman join the show to discuss their PARAMOUNT + documentary "Pay or Die," which explores the skyrocketing prices of insulin in the United States and the impact on individuals and families. As a diabetic, this is a deeply personal project for Scott, and that comes out clearly in the film and in this interview.
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Director Eva Orner Tackles Controversial Fashion Brand "Brandy Melville" in new HBO Documentary
Academy Award winning filmmaker Eva Orner joins the show to discuss her riveting new HBO documentary, "Brandy Hellville and the Cult of Fast Fashion," which is streaming now on MAX. She discusses the challenges of exposing a global, popular and successful... but extremely toxic fashion brand like Brandy Melville and the role of social media in its success.
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Filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper Talks "James Brown: Say It Loud" and AI Invades Hollywood
Award-winning filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper joins me to discuss her latest project - the 4-part high-energy documentary series "James Brown: Say It Loud" - about the legendary musician, icon, and entertainment legend James Brown, nicknamed the Godfather of Soul.
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Director Kyra Knox Talks "Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia"
I talk to award-winning producer/director Kyra Knox about her powerful feature documentary debut "BAD THINGS HAPPEN IN PHILADELPHIA," which is executive produced by former NBA superstar, ALLEN IVERSON. Airing now on Fox Soul and Amazon Prime Video, filmmaker Kyra Knox explores the gun violence problems of her hometown, Philadelphia, and the nonprofit organizations and residents who are trying to stop the tragedies that are poisoning the City of Brotherly Love.
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Inside the Netflix Data Dump, Christmas Giving, and Maria Baltazzi Discusses Her New Book
I break down Netflix's surprise release of their "engagement numbers," which reveal what shows and movies are receiving the most hours of viewing. Plus, I talk to author and Emmy-winning TV producer Maria Baltazzi about her inspiring new book, "Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct & Produce the Life You Want," which is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and GoodReads.