The Hollywood Makers

Rossy E. Eguigure

A real-talk podcast about what’s really happening in media and entertainment, who’s rising, who’s falling, and what it all means for storytellers and brands. We break down the big changes, spotlight creatives and execs using new tech and creative storytelling that really connects with diverse audiences to make an impact and move the industry forward. Plus, we decode what films and shows are really saying in our ‘Ones to Watch’ segment. Part of the Dale,Cuéntame® (Go Ahead, Tell Me) Network. Produced by Rx Media Productions. Hosted by Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen, Rossy E. Eguigure, and Carly Loughran. rossyeeguigure.substack.com

  1. Be Part of Our Productions

    MAR 28

    Be Part of Our Productions

    We’re working with AI prioritizing Humanity, across all our productions and communities. ✨ @rxmediaproductions, production company with decades producing for @discovery @mgmplus @natgeotv @telemundo @eentertainment @pbs @univision @cnn @nbc, independent productions, and much more, creating stories that make people cry, laugh, think, entertain, enjoy, heal, and above all unite…to enjoy life. ✨ That’s why I’m inviting you to join us to be stronger together, supporting your career and working on our productions. Our Podcast in Spanish: 🎙️ Éxito, productividad y bienestar, con expertos, herramientas reales y comunidad, en español. IG: @dale.cuentame_exito.bienestar “100 best Spanish language podcasts”, and one of the first Spanish podcasts created and distributed from Los Angeles, CA ✨ 🎬 The evolution of the industry, experts, multicultural emerging and experienced creatives, real talk about where Media & Entertainment is going, and how YOU navigate and succeed in it. IG: @the_hollywood_makers ✨ And if you’ve already been part of our community at The Hollywood Makers, come join the crews we’re forming, our productions need YOUR voice. Be part of our films, series, verticals, and docs connecting multicultural, multigenerational audiences... meaning: the real world. 📲 Connect with us at Rx Media Productions ¡Haz clic, síguenos y únete! Join us, and let’s get loud! 🎬 #MulticulturalStorytelling #MediaProductions #FilmAndTV #AIandHumanity #ExecutiveinChargeofProductions This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rossyeeguigure.substack.com

    4 min
  2. From Studio Executive to Independent Storyteller: Christine La Monte on Art, Legacy, and the Oscars

    JAN 14

    From Studio Executive to Independent Storyteller: Christine La Monte on Art, Legacy, and the Oscars

    As we begin a new year at The Hollywood Makers, I wanted to open with a conversation that reflects the heart of this community: creators who think long-term, work across disciplines, and understand the responsibility that comes with storytelling. Christine La Monte is one of those voices. With a career that spans studio marketing at Universal, Disney, and Orion, and an expansive body of work as a producer, director, and writer, Christine embodies the rare balance between creative vision and strategic insight. Her work moves fluidly between Hollywood and international cinema, between institutional systems and independent production. In our conversation, Christine shares how her early years in studio marketing shaped her understanding of audience, positioning, and the business of storytelling — knowledge that later became invaluable as she transitioned into independent filmmaking. We dive deeply into her current projects, Ai Weiwei’s Turandot and Viva Verdi!, both of which sit at the intersection of art, activism, and cultural heritage. Ai Weiwei’s Turandot follows the globally renowned artist as he brings his vision of freedom of expression to Puccini’s iconic opera at the Rome Opera House. Viva Verdi! offers an intimate look at Casa Verdi in Milan, a living community founded by Giuseppe Verdi for retired opera singers and the young musicians they mentor — a place where memory, artistry, and mentorship coexist. With Viva Verdi! recently shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Original Song, Christine reflects on what awards recognition truly means — not as a finish line, but as a moment of visibility that can amplify stories rooted in humanity and legacy. What makes this conversation especially meaningful is Christine’s perspective on emerging creatives. She speaks candidly about patience, longevity, and the importance of building a career that evolves rather than burns out. In an industry often driven by speed and metrics, her approach is a powerful reminder that meaningful creative lives are built over time. This episode sets the tone for what The Hollywood Makers is continuing to become: a space for thoughtful conversations, honest insights, and voices that care deeply about the future of storytelling. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rossyeeguigure.substack.com

    33 min

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A real-talk podcast about what’s really happening in media and entertainment, who’s rising, who’s falling, and what it all means for storytellers and brands. We break down the big changes, spotlight creatives and execs using new tech and creative storytelling that really connects with diverse audiences to make an impact and move the industry forward. Plus, we decode what films and shows are really saying in our ‘Ones to Watch’ segment. Part of the Dale,Cuéntame® (Go Ahead, Tell Me) Network. Produced by Rx Media Productions. Hosted by Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen, Rossy E. Eguigure, and Carly Loughran. rossyeeguigure.substack.com