General Meeting with Becky Sloviter

Becky Sloviter
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Hollywood, but make it real. Fun, authentic conversations with the people who make the stuff we love — and the friends I’ve been lucky enough to make along the way. I’ve spent the past 20 years as a Hollywood producer having what’s known as “general meetings” — one-on-one sit-downs with actors, writers, and filmmakers. These personal and creative conversations have always been my favorite part of the job — the moments when the glossy version of Hollywood drops away and you connect with the real person across from you. So now, I’m bringing that to life as a podcast. Each week on General Meeting with Becky Sloviter, I sit down with smart, funny, and talented friends — actors and writers who have made us laugh and cry, and filmmakers who inspire us — for real conversations about creativity, connection, and everything in between. My hope is that these chats will help us all feel a little more connected — and a little less alone. Because we’re all going through it these days — but as the iconic Penny Lane says in my third favorite movie of all time: “Famous people are just more interesting.” Welcome to General Meeting with Becky Sloviter.

  1. Jake Shane: 'Therapuss' on Netflix, His Broadway Debut, and the Life of a Die-Hard Swiftie

    5D AGO

    Jake Shane: 'Therapuss' on Netflix, His Broadway Debut, and the Life of a Die-Hard Swiftie

    It's a real high-five the mirror kind of episode on General Meeting this week, as Becky welcomes actor, comedian, influencer and wildly successful podcaster Jake Shane to the pod. Since Jake and Becky met last summer on the set of his first film, Wishful Thinking — where he has a scene-stealing role alongside Maya Hawke and Lewis Pullman — a lot has happened, and they dig into all of it as they sit with their Lola blankets, a shared obsession they owe to Jake's best friend and the world's nicest human, Kaia Gerber. Jake starred on Broadway in Simon Rich's All Out alongside Ray Romano, Jenny Slate, and Nicholas Braun; his hit podcast 'Therapuss with Jake Shane' was picked up by Netflix; he's developing a comedy series based on his life at Hulu —and not for nothing, Wishful Thinking won the SXSW Film Festival and was acquired by Sony Pictures Classics for a global theatrical release. Becky also seizes the rare opportunity of having a fellow die-hard Swiftie on the pod and they go deep on The Life of a Showgirl, bond over getting the same secret song at different Eras Tour shows, swap their Top 5 favorite Taylor Swift songs, and delight in this especially happy time in the life of their queen. Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Jake Shane - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm15752984/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    45 min
  2. Todd Garner: On the Realities of Making Movies Today and Staying Hopeful

    APR 30

    Todd Garner: On the Realities of Making Movies Today and Staying Hopeful

    This one's a little different. In a special crossover with The Producer's Guide with Todd Garner, Becky sits down with her longtime friend — veteran producer, studio executive, and podcast host Todd Garner (Mortal Kombat, Tag) — for a conversation that gets surprisingly vulnerable. They dig into why Becky has stepped back from producing, the realities of making movies right now, and the raw, honest truth about the business from two people who love it most. *This crossover episode is also being released today on The Producer's Guide podcast feed and YouTube channel - ⁨@ProducersGuide⁩ If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Todd Garner - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0307776/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 21m
  3. Lennon Parham: On Veep, Directing Somebody Somewhere, and Working Motherhood in Hollywood

    APR 28

    Lennon Parham: On Veep, Directing Somebody Somewhere, and Working Motherhood in Hollywood

    This week, Becky welcomes one of the funniest people she knows to the pod: actress and director Lennon Parham (Veep, Minx). Lennon opens up about her Georgia roots and the pivotal role her college friend Jack McBrayer played in her decision to pursue a career in comedy. She then shares how she first crossed paths with her frequent creative partner Jessica St. Clair, and takes us behind the scenes of the TV shows they co-created — NBC's Best Friends Forever and USA's Playing House. Lennon also talks about what drew her to directing, and how meaningful it's been to collaborate with Bridget Everett on HBO Max's Somebody Somewhere. She and Becky then get candid about the challenges of working motherhood and the clearest "no" Lennon ever had to give — before 'Last Looks' allows them to bond over their shared love of The Silence of the Lambs, Indigo Girls and more. If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Lennon Parham - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1004811/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    58 min
  4. Zoë Chao: On Let's Have Kids!, Female Friendship, Pregnancy, and That Unforgettable SNL Moment

    APR 21

    Zoë Chao: On Let's Have Kids!, Female Friendship, Pregnancy, and That Unforgettable SNL Moment

    Recorded live at the South By Southwest Film Festival last month, Becky welcomes one of her favorite people on the planet to the podcast: actress Zoë Chao (The Afterparty, Party Down), who is also one of the stars of Let's Have Kids! — a film Becky may have mentioned once or twice by now. The press tour practically writes itself: Zoë is expecting her first child this month, making this the most perfectly timed sit-down imaginable. The two reminisce about the joy of making Let's Have Kids! together — the nuances and complexities of female friendship, pregnancy and motherhood, and the chemistry Zoë shared with her co-stars Karen Gillan, Max Greenfield and the one and only Mary Steenburgen.  But first, Becky takes Zoë back to a moment neither of them will ever forget: their well-timed visit to Saturday Night Live in 2024 - and the unexpected guest who left them both in tears. If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Zoë Chao - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3856316/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 6m
  5. Philly Mom / Olivia Herman: From South Jersey to Hollywood and the Character That Changed Everything

    APR 14

    Philly Mom / Olivia Herman: From South Jersey to Hollywood and the Character That Changed Everything

    It’s a very special episode of General Meeting this week as Becky welcomes the true icon known as Philly Mom, who was brought to life by actress, comedian and wildly successful digital creator Olivia Herman. Becky sits down with Philly Mom in character before peeling back the curtain alongside Olivia as she shares the inspiration behind the character, her journey from South Jersey to Hollywood, the impact of meaningful fan interactions, and how Kevin James unknowingly inspired her to stay on her path. This episode is unofficially sponsored by Wawa, Tastykake and the Liberty Bell. GO BIRDS! Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Olivia Herman - https://www.instagram.com/oliviaeherman/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! - https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    52 min
  6. Michelle Badillo: On One Day At a Time, A League of Their Own, and the Enduring Impact of the Strikes

    APR 7

    Michelle Badillo: On One Day At a Time, A League of Their Own, and the Enduring Impact of the Strikes

    This week, Becky is joined by her friend, the funny and talented writer Michelle Badillo (A League of Their Own, One Day At a Time). Michelle takes Becky through her origin story—from her upbringing in Queens, crossing the country to Loyola Marymount University, and writing a script in 48 hours to land her first staff writer gig on a hit Netflix show. She also gets candid about the toll the 2023 strikes took on both her health and career, her excitement around the buzzy upcoming Hulu show, Phony (for which she just wrapped the writers' room, alongside GM Episode 25 guest Lacey Jeka!), and reveals desert island album picks that perfectly balance survival energy with fully embracing the island.  Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Michelle Badillo - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7486890/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min
  7. Patrick Macmanus: On Showrunning, Springsteen Lyrics, and the Enduring Influence of Stephen King

    MAR 31

    Patrick Macmanus: On Showrunning, Springsteen Lyrics, and the Enduring Influence of Stephen King

    This week, Becky is joined by Critics Choice Award-nominated writer and prolific showrunner Patrick Macmanus (Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy, The Girl from Plainville)—marking a reunion 25 years in the making, as the two hadn't seen each other since graduating college. They reminisce about their time at George Washington University and Patrick's New Jersey roots before diving into his path to becoming a sought-after showrunner after pivoting from acting. He shares his reasons for initially turning down—twice!—his most recent critically-acclaimed Peacock series, before he found a different way in to the story of notable serial killer John Wayne Gacy. Patrick also shares hard-earned wisdom on showrunning, balancing career ambitions and family, the enduring influence of Stephen King on his writing process, and the (very) few things you can actually control in a Hollywood career. Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Patrick Macmanus - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0533976/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1 hr
  8. Jessy Hodges: On Her New Apple Show 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' & the Impact of Female Friendship

    MAR 24

    Jessy Hodges: On Her New Apple Show 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' & the Impact of Female Friendship

    Becky is delighted to be joined this week by her friend, actress and filmmaker Jessy Hodges (Barry, PEN15). They dive into Jessy’s new Apple show, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, premiering in May, where she stars alongside acting goddess Tatiana Maslany and magic person Jake Johnson. Jessy also discusses her full artistic collaboration with Jodi Balfour on their upcoming film, Jane Right Now, and the importance of female friendship in both cinema and life. But not before Becky somehow manages to connect two iconic works of art: Waiting for Guffman and Taylor Swift’s folklore (it made sense at the time). Host: Becky Sloviter Guest: Jessy Hodges: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1555488/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, like, comment, all the things - thank you for your support! Check out our episodes on YouTube as well! https://www.youtube.com/@generalmeetingpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generalmeetingpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@generalmeetingpod Website: https://www.generalmeetingpod.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    57 min
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Hollywood, but make it real. Fun, authentic conversations with the people who make the stuff we love — and the friends I’ve been lucky enough to make along the way. I’ve spent the past 20 years as a Hollywood producer having what’s known as “general meetings” — one-on-one sit-downs with actors, writers, and filmmakers. These personal and creative conversations have always been my favorite part of the job — the moments when the glossy version of Hollywood drops away and you connect with the real person across from you. So now, I’m bringing that to life as a podcast. Each week on General Meeting with Becky Sloviter, I sit down with smart, funny, and talented friends — actors and writers who have made us laugh and cry, and filmmakers who inspire us — for real conversations about creativity, connection, and everything in between. My hope is that these chats will help us all feel a little more connected — and a little less alone. Because we’re all going through it these days — but as the iconic Penny Lane says in my third favorite movie of all time: “Famous people are just more interesting.” Welcome to General Meeting with Becky Sloviter.

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