Women in Entertainment

Women in Entertainment
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The Women in Entertainment Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Renee Rossi and Gretchen McCourt where women and men in entertainment share stories in their own words. The conversations explore the twists and turns and pivots that got them where they are today; the mistakes they made; luck they had to lessons they learned and what hard work they put in to get to where they are today. This podcast provides a space to have a more personal conversation with inspiring people so we can all learn and think creatively about how we can create and uncover new paths forward.

  1. Barbara Muschietti on Horror, Stephen King, and Loving the Story | Women in Entertainment

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    Barbara Muschietti on Horror, Stephen King, and Loving the Story | Women in Entertainment

    Barbara Muschietti believes the best stories begin with a feeling, and few genres unlock emotion quite like horror. In this episode of Women in Entertainment, Barbara talks about growing up in Argentina, where Saturday night horror films, classic literature, and a movie-loving family helped shape her creative path. Long before IT became a global phenomenon, Barbara and her brother Andy Muschietti were two kids watching Vincent Price movies, reading Edgar Allan Poe, and imagining worlds together. Barbara opens up about the cathartic power of horror, the importance of community in moviegoing, and why audiences return again and again to stories that let them scream, laugh, and feel together. She also shares her deeply personal benchmark for choosing projects: she and Andy have to want to watch the movie they are making. From the challenges of adapting Stephen King to expanding the world of Pennywise through Welcome to Derry, Barbara offers a candid look at the passion, endurance, and emotional commitment behind building unforgettable screen stories. Listen to learn: - How Barbara’s childhood in Argentina shaped her love of horror and cinema - Why horror creates such a powerful shared emotional experience - The one benchmark Barbara uses when choosing projects - What made television especially challenging while creating Welcome to Derry - Why Stephen King’s understanding of human nature continues to inspire her The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #BarbaraMuschietti #WomenInEntertainment #WomenInEntertainmentPodcast #HorrorFilms

    27 min
  2. Natalie Alyn Lind on Joining Dutton Ranch & Building Her Legacy | Women in Entertainment Podcast

    MAY 12

    Natalie Alyn Lind on Joining Dutton Ranch & Building Her Legacy | Women in Entertainment Podcast

    This Friday, Dutton Ranch arrives, and Natalie Alyn Lind is ready to ride into one of television’s most-watched universes. On this episode of Women in Entertainment, Natalie reflects on the surreal experience of joining the Taylor Sheridan world as Oreana, a character she says “popped off the page” from her very first audition. After testing in Fort Worth, she landed the role, packed up within days, and headed straight into six months of filming and full-force cowboy camp. From learning to ride authentically to braving Texas heat, snowstorms, helicopters, and heels in the dirt, Natalie shares how the physical demands of the role helped her fully embody her character. She also opens up about working opposite Annette Bening, Ed Harris, Kelly Reilly, and Cole Hauser; the creative trust she shares with her sisters Emily and Alyvia; and how her actress mother helped guide their family through the industry. Natalie also discusses expanding into producing through Big Bad Pig Productions, her love of horror, her admiration for bold performers like Sarah Paulson, and her dream of one day competing on Survivor. Listen to learn: - What it was like joining the Taylor Sheridan universe - How cowboy camp transformed Natalie’s connection to Oreana - Why Dutton Ranch stands on its own while honoring Yellowstone - What Natalie learned from working with Annette Bening - How she’s building her future as an actor, producer, and possible director The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #WomenInEntertainment #NatalieAlynLind #DuttonRanch #TaylorSheridan #YellowstoneUniverse #WomenInFilm #WomenInTV #Podcast #EntertainmentPodcast

    28 min
  3. Soleil Moon Frye on Mental Health & Stories That Make Us Feel Less Alone | Women in Entertainment

    MAY 8

    Soleil Moon Frye on Mental Health & Stories That Make Us Feel Less Alone | Women in Entertainment

    Soleil Moon Frye has lived a life in front of the camera, but her most meaningful work may be the stories she helps bring into the light. In this deeply personal episode of Women in Entertainment, Soleil sits down with Renee Rossi and Jocelyn Westerhold to reflect on a career that began in childhood and grew into something far larger than performance. She shares how acting helped bring her out of her shell, what Punky Brewster gave her as both a character and a source of strength, and why she still carries that optimistic spirit through every stage of her life and work. Timed to Mental Health Awareness Month, the conversation turns toward vulnerability, healing, and the power of honest storytelling. Soleil opens up about the emotional journey of making Kid 90, the grief and loss she uncovered through old tapes and memories, and her mission as a documentarian to create safe spaces where people can share their experiences without judgment. She also discusses her work with The Kids Mental Health Foundation, the importance of normalizing conversations around mental health and addiction, and why sharing our scars can help us feel more connected. Listen to learn: - How acting helped Soleil find confidence as a shy child - Why Punky Brewster remains such a meaningful part of her identity - How Kid 90 became a healing journey through grief and memory - Why her work with The Kids Mental Health Foundation matters deeply to her - How documentary storytelling can create connection, safety, and hope The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #SoleilMoonFrye #Kid90 #TheKidsMentalHealthFoundation #PunkyBrewster #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealth #DocumentaryFilm #WomenInEntertainment #Storytelling

    38 min
  4. Jamie Lynn Sigler on Reclaiming Her Story & Disability Representation | Women in Entertainment

    MAY 5

    Jamie Lynn Sigler on Reclaiming Her Story & Disability Representation | Women in Entertainment

    Jamie Lynn Sigler is stepping into a new chapter with honesty, humor, and self-acceptance. In this episode of Women in Entertainment, Jamie opens up about the timing behind her memoir and the letter to her younger self that helped unlock the story she was finally ready to tell. She reflects on growing up in the spotlight as Meadow Soprano, navigating body scrutiny and public pressure at a young age, and the years she spent hiding parts of herself, including her MS diagnosis, to appear capable, perfect, and hireable. Jamie also shares how her perspective on acting, advocacy, and representation has evolved. From learning to ask for accommodations on set to recognizing that simply existing on screen in her body is a powerful representation, she speaks candidly about the industry’s responsibility to portray disability with fullness, complexity, humor, and humanity. Along the way, she talks about her Sopranos family, her podcast Messy with Christina Applegate, motherhood, baseball weekends, Bravo, and the joy of feeling creatively alive again. Listen to learn: - Why Jamie felt ready to write her memoir now - How living with MS reshaped her relationship to acting and identity - What true disability representation can look like on screen - The advice she gives actors at every stage of their careers - How vulnerability, gratitude, and self-advocacy changed her life The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #JamieLynnSigler #WomenInEntertainment #TheSopranos #MessyPodcast #ChristinaApplegate #DisabilityRepresentation #MSAwareness #WomenInFilm #EntertainmentPodcast #Memoir #ActingAdvice

    51 min
  5. E. Lockhart on We Were Liars, BookTok, & the Long Road from Page to Screen | Women in Entertainment

    APR 28

    E. Lockhart on We Were Liars, BookTok, & the Long Road from Page to Screen | Women in Entertainment

    What happens when a beloved book gets a second life and finally finds its way to the screen? In this episode of the Women in Entertainment Podcast, E. Lockhart opens up about the extraordinary journey behind We Were Liars, from years of stalled development and reclaimed rights to the BookTok wave that reignited the novel’s cultural momentum. She shares why Julie Plec and Carina Adly MacKenzie’s creative vision felt like the right home for the adaptation, and how preserving the emotional experience of the book mattered just as much as translating the plot. Lockhart also gives listeners a glimpse into what’s next, including Family of Liars, Genuine Fraud, and her upcoming novel, The Pools, a paranormal tragedy set in a hot spring town. Along the way, she reflects on the themes that continue to shape her work: family, institutions, identity, first love, and the complicated process of deciding what to keep, question, or set fire to as we grow up. Listen to learn: - How We Were Liars found its way to television after multiple false starts - Why BookTok helped bring the novel back to bestseller lists years after publication - What E. Lockhart learned about visual storytelling on the We Were Liars set - How writing screenplays changed the way she thinks about adaptation - Why creative growth often begins with humility, research, and the word “yet” The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #ELockhart #WeWereLiars #WomenInEntertainmentPodcast #BookTok #BookToScreen #YAFiction #FamilyOfLiars #GenuineFraud #ThePools #WomenWriters #Adaptation #Storytelling

    42 min
  6. Julianne Nicholson on Career Longevity and Building a Life in Entertainment | Women in Entertainment

    APR 21

    Julianne Nicholson on Career Longevity and Building a Life in Entertainment | Women in Entertainment

    What does it really take to build a career that lasts in entertainment? In this candid and deeply grounded episode, Julianne Nicholson reflects on the long game of working in film and television, how persistence, patience, and trusting your instincts can shape a career with real staying power. From her early days modeling and waitressing in New York to becoming one of the industry’s most respected performers, she shares what it meant to keep going before the momentum arrived, and why longevity often looks more like endurance than overnight success. Nicholson opens up about resisting the pressure of a linear path, giving herself time to grow, and learning to measure success beyond immediacy. She talks about the value of choosing roles with depth, returning to collaborators she trusts, and building a body of work defined by authenticity, from Mare of Easttown to Janet Planet to Paradise. She also reflects on balancing family life with an international career, staying open to reinvention, and what it means to keep evolving while protecting what matters most. Listen to learn: - How Julianne Nicholson built a career through consistency, not shortcuts - Why longevity in entertainment requires patience, flexibility, and self-trust - How she chooses projects that feel meaningful over time - What it takes to balance ambition, family, and a sustainable creative life - Why reinvention is essential to staying inspired across decades in the industry The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #JulianneNicholson #WomenInEntertainment #WomenInEntertainmentPodcast #CareerLongevity #WomenInFilm #EntertainmentIndustry #ActingCareer #MareOfEasttown #JanetPlanet #Paradise #CreativeCareers #WomenInTV

    36 min
  7. Priya Kansara on Voicing Mary in Project Hail Mary & Building a Career | Women in Entertainment

    APR 14

    Priya Kansara on Voicing Mary in Project Hail Mary & Building a Career | Women in Entertainment

    What does it take to make a computer feel unforgettable? In this episode of Women in Entertainment, Priya Kansara shares the unexpected story behind voicing Mary in Project Hail Mary, a role that began as an on-set improv experiment and evolved into a character with humor, rhythm, and emotional impact. Priya opens up about stepping into a world of voice work without prior experience, creating her own “directory” of responses for Mary, and learning how to play logic over empathy while still helping build the emotional universe of the film. She also reflects on the generosity and collaboration she experienced on set, including what it was like to work opposite Ryan Gosling and alongside filmmakers Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Beyond the film, Priya talks about her unconventional journey from studying molecular biology and working in healthcare to landing roles in Bridgerton, Polite Society, and Star City. It’s a conversation about trusting your instincts, advocating for your character, and embracing the qualities that make you distinct. Listen to learn: - How Priya landed the role of Mary in Project Hail Mary - What it takes to improvise as an AI opposite a live performance - Why her science background shaped her connection to the story - The career pivot that took her from healthcare to acting - How she hopes to create safer, more inclusive spaces in entertainment The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #PriyaKansara #ProjectHailMary #WomenInEntertainment #RyanGosling #PhilLord #ChrisMiller #DrewGoddard #StarCity #ForAllMankind #Bridgerton #PoliteSociety #ActingCareer #VoiceActing #WomenInEntertainmentPodcast

    33 min
  8. Kat Coiro on You, Me & Tuscany & the Return of the Rom-Com | Women in Entertainment Podcast

    APR 7

    Kat Coiro on You, Me & Tuscany & the Return of the Rom-Com | Women in Entertainment Podcast

    What happens when a director sets out to make a rom-com that feels joyful, cinematic, and genuinely hopeful again? In this episode of Women in Entertainment, Kat Coiro sits down with Renee Rossi and Jocelyn Westerhold to talk about directing You, Me & Tuscany and why she was drawn to a love story that puts joy front and center. She shares how the film channels the spirit of classic romantic comedies, why Anna’s messy, heartfelt journey felt so important to bring to life, and why Halle Bailey was the only person she ever imagined in the role. Kat also opens up about the creative energy behind her wider career, from collaborating with Will Packer to directing standout projects like Girls5Eva and Matlock. Along the way, she reflects on working with powerhouse talents including Tina Fey and Kathy Bates, the importance of creating space for actors to play, and the through line that connects her work across genres: complex, surprising characters, especially for women. Most of all, this is a conversation about making art with courage. Kat shares honest advice for emerging filmmakers on learning every corner of the craft, making mistakes, and staying open to the fear that often signals meaningful creative growth. Listen to learn: - Why Kat wanted You, Me & Tuscany to feel like a return to classic rom-com joy - What made Halle Bailey essential to the role of Anna - How Kat balances meticulous preparation with improvisation on set - What she learned from collaborating with Tina Fey, Will Packer, and Kathy Bates - Her best advice for aspiring directors, producers, and storytellers The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #KatCoiro #YouMeAndTuscany #WomenInEntertainment #HalleBailey #WillPacker #Girls5Eva #Matlock #KathyBates #TinaFey #RomCom #Directing #Filmmaking #WomenDirectors #Podcast #EntertainmentIndustry

    20 min
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The Women in Entertainment Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Renee Rossi and Gretchen McCourt where women and men in entertainment share stories in their own words. The conversations explore the twists and turns and pivots that got them where they are today; the mistakes they made; luck they had to lessons they learned and what hard work they put in to get to where they are today. This podcast provides a space to have a more personal conversation with inspiring people so we can all learn and think creatively about how we can create and uncover new paths forward.

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  • Creator
    Women in Entertainment
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    181
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Women in Entertainment
  • Show Website
    Women in Entertainment

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