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The Producers Lounge, an interview style podcast with media creators from around the world; an intimate discussion with storytellers about the craft and art of producing, but in a laid back and relaxed atmosphere, with a martini in one hand, and a cigar in another. The Producers Lounge podcast is back with season 3. You can follow us on any of the social media links down below in the description of this video, or go directly to Greater and Grander dot com, to find out more.  We’ll be having independent producers, television producers, writer-showrunners, you name it! We’re your one stop shop for producing tips and tricks, as well as war stories from the front lines of filmmaking. 

  1. 5D AGO

    What’s it like to hang out with Stephen King? with Seth Needle; S3 E16

    Seth is a seasoned content acquisition specialist and creative executive with more than two decades of experience in independent film. Prior to Blue Harbor Entertainment, he served as the head of acquisitions and co-productions at Screen Media for more than 12 years, where he led the acquisition of many high-profile titles including The Outpost, Terry Gilliam’s The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, the Emmy-winning Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street, The Lifeguard, and Stephen King’s A Good Marriage. During his tenure, he also forged strategic partnerships with Focus Features, Starz, Roadside Attractions, and others, while also overseeing content licensing for the company’s streaming platforms, which included Crackle, Popcornflix, and Redbox. In addition, Needle served as an executive producer on more than twenty films, including Willy’s Wonderland, Maggie Moore(s), Fast Charlie, Girl, and more. Before that, he started in the acquisitions department at Lionsgate and doing analytic research at MarketCast. Credits Include... Willy's Wonderland starring Nicolas Cage Maggie Moore(s) starring Jon Hamm You Might Be the Killer starring Keith David and Alyson Hannigan Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street starring James Earl Jones and Frank Oz Find out more about Seth at... Company Website: https://www.blueharborentertainment.com/ My personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethneedle/ Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “8 Books You Must Read in the Age of Trump: Lessons for Advocates Who Want to Stand Out” at https://greaterandgrander.com/8-books-you-must-read-in-the-age-of-trump-lessons-for-advocates-who-want-to-stand-out/ Music is Kumasi Groove by Kevin MacLeod. Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on Greater & Grander. Buy Threads of Imagination Online Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Imagination-Collaborative-Weaving-Worlds/dp/1946081779 DSTL Arts Website (Buying Here Will Give More Money to Nonprofits) - https://www.dstlarts.org/product/threads-of-imagination-richard-tucci/179 Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Kumasi Groove by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100183 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Support the show

    1h 7m
  2. AI Filmmaking and Ass Kicking Nuns with Jose Montesinos; S3 E15

    DEC 18

    AI Filmmaking and Ass Kicking Nuns with Jose Montesinos; S3 E15

    Hailing from San Francisco, CA, Jose Montesinos has been making movies since he received his first video camera at age 14. He continued to hone his skills through many DIY guerrilla films and attended film school at San Francisco City College. In 2009, he was awarded the Mastermind Grant from the SF Weekly for being a standout local talent with his grind-house-style mock trailer for “Hell’s Kittens”. Jose’s guerrilla/no-budget feature-length crime drama “Owned” was an official selection in the 2010 HBO New York International Latino Film Festival, as well as the 2010 San Francisco Latino Film Festival, and was nominated for Outstanding Cast Performance and won 1st runner up for Best Drama Feature at the 2010 Action On Film Festival. “Owned” is now distributed by Maverick Entertainment and is available on Amazon Prime. In 2016, Jose moved to Los Angeles where he has since been busy working on films such as the SyFy original release “Dead 7”, followed by four feature TV films for Lifetime and LMN. The films: “Nightmare Wedding” (2016), “Dream house Nightmare” (2016), “SinisterMinister” (2017), and “Blood Brothers” (2018), have all aired to positive ratings on their respective networks and are now also available on Amazon Prime streaming. In 2018 Jose travelled to Thailand to shoot the ambitious low budget shark film “Frenzy” for Mar Vista studios which aired on the SyFy channel to positive reviews. Credits Include... Monster Hunters starring Tom Sizemore Prepare to Die starring Michael Madsen Mega Shark vs. Crocosaurus starring Robert Picardo D-Railed starring Lance Henriksen Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “9 Ways Artists Sabotage Themselves (And How To Overcome It)” at https://greaterandgrander.com/9-ways-artists-sabotage-themselves-and-how-to-overcome-it/ Music is Sideways Samba by Audionautix Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on GreaterAndGrander.com Buy Threads of Imagination Online Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Imagination-Collaborative-Weaving-Worlds/dp/1946081779 DSTL Arts Website (Buying Here Will Give More Money to Nonprofits) - https://www.dstlarts.org/product/threads-of-imagination-richard-tucci/179 Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Sideways Samba by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Support the show

    45 min
  3. How To Sell A Show to MTV with Bayan Joonam; S3 E14

    DEC 11

    How To Sell A Show to MTV with Bayan Joonam; S3 E14

    An award winning Producer highly regarded for aligning with startups, celebrities, educational institutions, high profile brands, and nonprofits to build award-winning media companies. Bayan is best known for partnering with actor Rainn Wilson to translate SoulPancake's mission into digital video. As Head of Production for SoulPancake between 2012 - 2018, Bayan led the development and creation of award-winning original programming such as SoulPancake on OWN, Kid President, and My Last Days, which led to nearly a billion views, multi-season television franchises, and acquisition by Participant Media in 2016. Prior to SoulPancake, Bayan provided weekly content for Jay-Z's digital media enterprise Life + Times and was a producer for the Brookings Institute in Washington, D.C where he helped restructure the organization's online content workflow. Bayan earned a B.F.A. in Film, Photography, and Visual Arts with a minor in Art History at Ithaca College in New York, and prior to that attended Idyllwild Arts Academy, where he studied cinematography. Credits Include... Magic City: An American Fantasy starring Killer Mike SoulPancake starring Susan Sarandon and Raina Wilson On the Run Tour: Beyonce and Jay Z starring Beyoncé  QAnon: The Search for Q starring Donald Trump Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “15 Free Filmmaking Apps That Elevate Your Brand’s Visual Storytelling” at https://greaterandgrander.com/15-free-filmmaking-apps-that-elevate-your-brands-visual-storytelling/ Buy Threads of Imagination Online Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Imagination-Collaborative-Weaving-Worlds/dp/1946081779 DSTL Arts Website (Buying Here Will Give More Money to Nonprofits) - https://www.dstlarts.org/product/threads-of-imagination-richard-tucci/179 Music is “Faster Does It” by Kevin MacLeod. Episode still image is from STARZ’s Magic City.  Watch on Starz.com Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Faster Does It by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100794 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Support the show

    1h 4m

  4. SEASON 3, EPISODE 13 TRAILER

    The Secrets to Success in Hollywood with The Producers Lounge!

    Music is Faster Does It by Kevin Macleod Subscribe Wherever Fine Podcasts Are Found - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1876234/episodes Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Faster Does It by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100794 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Support the show Support the show

    2 min

  5. MAY 23

    Producing with Legends: Dan Kaplow on Spielberg, Dick Clark & WTF Moments; S3 E-13

    What happens when a kid obsessed with Spielberg grows up to produce for Hollywood’s biggest names? In this episode of The Producers Lounge Podcast, veteran producer Dan Kaplow joins us to share his wild ride through the film and television industry. From early inspirations and surreal career milestones to oddball requests from Dick Clark, Kaplow gives us a rare, behind-the-scenes look into what it really takes to survive—and thrive—behind the camera. Whether you’re an aspiring producer or a die-hard fan of The Haunting of Hill House, this episode is packed with insider gems, laugh-out-loud stories, and genuine inspiration. 🎙️ Tune in for industry secrets, career advice, and tales that could only come from decades in the trenches. #TVProduction #DanKaplow #SpielbergInspired #HollywoodInsider #ProducersLoungePodcast #FilmIndustry Dan Kaplow is an award-winning television and film producer with over two decades of experience and more than 50 credits to his name. Known for his work on critically acclaimed series such as The Haunting of Hill House, United States of Tara, Apples Never Fall, and Lady Dynamite, Kaplow has built a reputation as one of Hollywood’s go-to producers for genre-defying, character-driven storytelling. His projects span major networks and streaming platforms, including Netflix, NBC, Showtime, and HBO Max. Starting his career inspired by the works of Steven Spielberg, Kaplow has collaborated with top-tier talent and helped bring to life some of the most unique and ambitious shows in recent television history. A true behind-the-scenes powerhouse, he’s also known for his sharp humor, adaptability, and ability to manage chaos on set—often with unforgettable results. Credits Include... Cherry starring Tom Holland UFO starring Ella Purnell The Nightmare Room starring Shia LaBeouf Room 33 starring Chad Michael Collins Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “What Brands Can Learn from Great Directors Like Spielberg, Scorsese, and Coppola” at https://greaterandgrander.com/what-brands-can-learn-from-great-directors-like-spielberg-scorsese-and-coppola/ Music is Faster Does It by Kevin MacLeod. Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on Greater & Grander. Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Faster Does It by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100794 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Support the show

    37 min
  6. James Kerwin, Crafting Cinematic Worlds and World-Building On A Budget; S3 E-12

    MAY 15

    James Kerwin, Crafting Cinematic Worlds and World-Building On A Budget; S3 E-12

    Join us for a captivating conversation with James Kerwin, award-winning filmmaker, writer, and theatre director known for blending science fiction with classical storytelling. Best known for his acclaimed noir sci-fi film Yesterday Was a Lie and his directorial work on Star Trek Continues, Kerwin brings a unique voice to both screen and stage. In this episode, we delve into his creative process, his passion for adapting Shakespearean works, and the challenges of directing independent projects in the digital age. 🎧 Tune in to hear insights from a director celebrated for pushing genre boundaries and crafting thought-provoking, visually striking narratives. Credits Include... Star Trek Continues starring Jason Isaacs  When the Train Stops starring John de Lancie Yesterday Was a Lie starring Peter Mayhew  Contre-Coup starring Rekha Sharma Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “8 Questions Every Writer and Advocate Should Ask A Producer Before Signing” at https://greaterandgrander.com/8-questions-every-writer-and-advocate-should-ask-a-producer-before-signing/ Music is Opheliea's Blues by Audionautix. Episode still image is provided by James Kerwin. Check Out James’ Website at www.JamesKerwin.com  Check Out James’ Upcoming Feature Film www.contre-coup.com  Follow James on Social Media: Facebook: @jameskerwin Bluesky: @jameskerwin.com Instagram: @thejameskerwin Threads: @thejameskerwin Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Opheliea's Blues by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Support the show

    32 min

  7. MAY 8

    Joe Zaso, Blood And Himbos; S3 E-11

    Joe Zaso is a celebrated independent film actor, producer, and director known for his unforgettable work in cult horror, sci-fi, and action movies. With a career spanning over three decades, Joe has become a staple of the indie film scene, starring in and producing countless low-budget classics that have earned global fan followings. Inspired by Italian horror masters and the gritty charm of DIY filmmaking, Joe Zaso has carved out a unique space in genre cinema, working both in front of and behind the camera. He is also a trained chef, having studied at the Institute of Culinary Education, bringing creativity and precision to every project he touches. Whether battling creatures on screen or building movies from the ground up, Joe Zaso proves that passion, perseverance, and a love for storytelling are the true keys to success. Credits Include... Seven Hells starring Helen Rogers and Tyler Rossell 5 Dead on the Crimson Canvas starring Edoardo Ballerini Nikos the Impaler starring Felissa Rose The Wolf of Wall Street starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jon Bernthal Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “13 Classic Movie Monsters in the Public Domain: A Goldmine for Creative Business Marketing” at https://greaterandgrander.com/13-classic-movie-monsters-in-the-public-domain-a-goldmine-for-creative-business-marketing/ Music is Kumasi Groove by Kevin MacLeod. Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on Greater & Grander. Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Kumasi Groove by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100183 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Support the show

    47 min

  8. MAY 1

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Animators, Ciro Nieli; S3 E-10

    Ciro Nieli is an award-winning animation director, producer, and showrunner best known for his work on Teen Titans (Cartoon Network), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Nickelodeon), and The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes (Marvel/Disney). With over two decades in the animation industry, Ciro has developed original animated series, directed storyboard tests, and led creative teams at major studios including Disney, Nickelodeon, and Warner Bros. A Philadelphia native turned Los Angeles animation powerhouse, he brings insider knowledge on pitching animated shows, building story worlds, and surviving the realities of studio life. Credits Include... Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles starring Ashley Johnson Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! starring Tara Strong Teen Titans starring Jason Marsden The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes starring J.K. Simmons Please like and subscribe, it helps us out a lot. You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “6 Lessons I Wish I Knew in Film School (That’ll Actually Get You Hired)” at https://greaterandgrander.com/6-lessons-i-wish-i-knew-in-film-school-thatll-actually-get-you-hired/ Music is Big Blues by Audionautix. Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on GreaterAndGrander.com Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander  Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GreaterGrander   Greater & Grander on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GreaterGrander     Register and Get a Free List of Special Info on Jobs in Hollywood - http://greaterandgrander.com/special-job-openings-giveaways   Check out past episodes and bonus content on the Greater & Grander website - https://greaterandgrander.com/tag/the-producers-lounge-podcast/   Big Blues by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Support the show

    1h 3m
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The Producers Lounge, an interview style podcast with media creators from around the world; an intimate discussion with storytellers about the craft and art of producing, but in a laid back and relaxed atmosphere, with a martini in one hand, and a cigar in another. The Producers Lounge podcast is back with season 3. You can follow us on any of the social media links down below in the description of this video, or go directly to Greater and Grander dot com, to find out more.  We’ll be having independent producers, television producers, writer-showrunners, you name it! We’re your one stop shop for producing tips and tricks, as well as war stories from the front lines of filmmaking. 

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  • Creator
    Greater & Grander
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Richard Tucci
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    The Producers Lounge