The Making It Show

Rachel Mathieu
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Performing Arts
  • Updated Biweekly

A podcast about what it really takes to “make it” in entertainment, told by the people figuring it out. Hear creatives across entertainment share what's working for them, what's not, and how they're making things happen for their careers in an ever-changing landscape. Episodes out bi-weekly on Wednesdays.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    9. Landing a Spot in Netflix is a Joke Fest, Becoming a Weekly Host at Laugh Factory, and Securing a Writing Role with Reductress with Grace Bahler

    Wondering how comics level up their gigs over time? In this episode, I chat with stand up comedian Grace Bahler on how she landed a weekly hosting gig at Laugh Factory, secured a spot in Netflix is a Joke Fest for her original show, 'Braided,' and achieved a writing role with the feminist satire publication Reductress. Grace's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracebahlercentral

  2. Aug 5

    8. Achieving 100+ Million Views Online, Building a Freelance Video Production Business, and Starting Your Own Film Festival with Chandler Perry

    Interested in creating your own videography business? In this episode, I chat with filmmaker Chandler Perry on how he built his full-time freelance videography business, partnered with Cracked to create online comedy videos for a large audience, and started his own film festival in his home state. Chandler's links: Website: www.chandlerperry.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntfcameras Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@chandlerperry

  3. Jul 24

    7. Casting Considerations for UGC, Creating a Six Figure Kickstarter Commercial, and Unconventional Ways to Land a Job

    Curious about breaking into producing? In this episode, I chat with producer, AD, and actor Natalie Galdamez about the unconventional way she got her first entertainment job, breaking into producing by creating a highly successful Kickstarter commercial, and what she looks for in casting talent for UGC. Natalie's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natgaldamez

  4. Jul 8

    6. Building a Flexible Day Job as an Actor, Performing at the Edinburgh Fringe, and the London Acting Scene with Christie Griffin

    Have you ever wondered what it's like to switch markets as an actor? In this episode, I chat with actor Christie Griffin about the differences in acting in London vs. LA, putting up a show at the world's largest theatre festival, the Edinburgh Fringe, and building a full flexible day job. Christie's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christie_griffin

  5. Jun 24

    5. TV Development at Paramount, The Path to Becoming a Creative Executive, and Strategic Networking with Noelle Brimble

    Ever wondered what it means to be a Creative Executive or to work in 'development'? In this episode, I chat with executive assistant Noelle Brimble Stanbridge about her path working her way up through the film development pipeline, getting her dream job at Paramount, and the networking strategies she uses that actually work. Noelle's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nstanbridge

  6. Jun 10

    4. The Craft of Virtual Production, Creating The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, and Applying for Short Films Grants with Ella Roberts

    Interested in the ever-evolving world of virtual production? In this episode, I chat with creative technologist and filmmaker Gabrielle (Ella) Roberts about working on a volume for Avatar: The Last Airbender, developing AI tools to create the Wizard of Oz at The Sphere, and her most recent short film funded through the Geena Davis Institute on Gender and Media. Ella's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paperstarshipstudios

  7. May 27

    3. Building a Social Media Audience, Working in Casting as an Actor, and Making Your Self Tapes Stand Out with Jay Ellis

    Curious about the impact of a social media audience on an acting career? In this episode, I chat with actor, writer, and content creator Jay Ellis about working in casting as an actor, developing his comedic voice and social media presence, and standing out in your self tapes. Jay's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/still_jellis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@still_jellis

  8. May 13

    2. How to get into CalArts' Character Animation Program, Classes for Working Artists, and Making Live Action Projects as an Animator with Lee Witz

    Ever wondered how to get into CalArts' prestigious character animation program? In this episode, I chat with storyboard artist, art director, and writer Lee Witz about his application process and education at CalArts, his career and continued education as a storyboard artist, and his venture into making a live action short as an animator. Lee's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leewitzart TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leeanimates

  9. Apr 29

    1. What to Do if You Bomb, LA Comedy Venues, and Starting a Podcast with Elke Thoms

    Ever wondered how to break into stand-up comedy? In this episode, I chat with comedian, writer, and podcast host Elke Thoms about the classes, venues, and festivals that have helped her build a career. We also get into how her writing process has evolved over time and what it really takes to start a podcast of your own. Elke's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkethoms TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elkethoms Banging It Out Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bangingitoutpod

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About

A podcast about what it really takes to “make it” in entertainment, told by the people figuring it out. Hear creatives across entertainment share what's working for them, what's not, and how they're making things happen for their careers in an ever-changing landscape. Episodes out bi-weekly on Wednesdays.

Information

  • Creator
    Rachel Mathieu
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rachel Mathieu
  • Show Website
    The Making It Show