Fish's Call Sheet

You know the shows. You love the characters. But have you ever wondered who creates the worlds that make television feel real? From The Big Bang Theory and Two and a Half Men to Bob Hearts Abishola and Leanne , Françoise Cherry-Cohen has spent more than three decades helping shape the visual identity of some of television's most recognizable and beloved productions. In this episode of Fish’s...

What really happens after the cameras stop rolling? How does raw footage become the television and movies we love? And who are the creative minds making that transformation possible? In this fascinating episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael Fishman sits down with Ramy Katrib, founder and CEO of DigitalFilm Tree , for an extraordinary look inside the hidden world of Hollywood post-production, grou...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with Emmy-winning Foley artist and Reel Foley Sound founder Sanaa Kelley for a fascinating, playful, and eye-opening conversation about the hidden sound magic that brings film, television, video games, and media production to life. Sanaa takes viewers inside one of the most misunderstood and underappreciated crafts in entertainment: Foley. F...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with director, educator, mentor, and industry trailblazer Dr. Rachel Raimist for a powerful conversation about creativity, courage, representation, and the responsibility of helping others find their voice. Rachel’s journey began when a high school teacher put a camera in her hands. That early creative opportunity helped shape the rest of he...

In this energetic and revealing episode of Fish Call Sheet , Michael Fishman sits down with public relations master, bestselling author, and ZTPR President Zack Teperman for a behind-the-scenes conversation about fame, visibility, authenticity, promotion, fatherhood, and what it really takes to get the world to pay attention. Zack has spent his career helping actors, artists, musicians, athletes,...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with writer, actor, and comedian Tyree Elaine for a funny, honest, and deeply personal conversation about comedy, courage, criticism, and finding your true voice. With credits including The Conners , The Last O.G. , Lil Kev , Black Jesus , Laff Tracks , 50 Central , and Last Comic Standing , Tyree has built a career across stand-up, televisi...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael Fishman sits down with director, producer, mentor, and longtime friend Andrew D. Weyman for a deeply personal conversation about television, leadership, creativity, racing, and the quiet power of kindness. Andy’s career spans some of the most recognizable shows in television, including Roseanne , The Big Bang Theory , Two and a Half Men , The King of...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with Production Designer, Creative Executive, and Studio Connelly founder James Pearse Connelly for a vibrant, revealing, and highly visual conversation about how television’s most memorable worlds are built. James  is an Emmy-recognized world-builder for some of television’s biggest stages, competitions, specials, and live events . He has h...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with director, writer, producer, and scientist Dr. Valerie Weiss for a fascinating conversation about creativity, courage, sustainability, and the science of storytelling. Valerie’s journey is anything but ordinary. Before directing across film and television, she earned a doctorate in science and learned how to ask big questions, test ideas...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with writer and producer Erica Montolfo-Bura for a smart, honest, and revealing conversation about what it really takes to write television that connects. Erica takes us inside the writers’ room, where character, story, jokes, audience reaction, creative pressure, and collaboration all collide. Together, Michael and Erica explore how meaning...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with camera operator John Boyd for a fascinating, funny, and deeply appreciative look at the craft behind the camera. John takes viewers inside the fast-moving world of multi-cam sitcoms and soap operas, where every move matters, every frame has purpose, and the camera team has to capture comedy, emotion, timing, and truth in real time. From...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with makeup artist and designer Zabrina Matiru for a beautiful, revealing, and deeply human conversation about the artistry, trust, and care behind every face audiences see on screen. Born in Kenya, shaped by a multicultural upbringing, and later building her career in Canada, Zabrina brings a rare perspective to her work that's rooted...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with stunt performer and fight coordinator Caleb Spillyards for a raw, energetic, and revealing conversation about the world of stunts, screen fighting, and what it really takes to make action look effortless. Caleb shares his journey into the entertainment industry, the grind of building a career one opportunity at a time, and the physical...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with director Lynda Tarryk for an inspiring, practical, and deeply insightful conversation about what it really takes to build a lasting career in television. Lynda is a three-time Children’s & Family Emmy-nominated television director , with credits including The Conners , Night Court , Lopez vs. Lopez , The Upshaws , How I Met Your Fat...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with producer Paige Blankenship for an inspiring and practical conversation about what it really takes to build a life in production. Paige shares her journey from coming into the entertainment industry, rising from the bottom, and learning how to create her own path in a business that rarely hands anyone a roadmap. From a small town to shin...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with production designer, producer, advocate, and Women In Media founder Tema Staig for a powerful conversation about creativity, collaboration, production, and the future of the entertainment industry. Tema has spent her career building worlds on screen while also building real pathways for talented women and nonbinary professionals behind...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian Blake Pickens for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply personal conversation about craft, identity, and finding your voice in the entertainment industry. Blake shares his journey from humble beginnings to building a multi-hyphenate career across film, television, comedy, cartoons, commercials...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with writer and comedian Eden Dranger for a sharp, funny, and deeply useful conversation about the real craft of writing for film, television, animation, and performers. Eden shares stories from her work on shows like Beavis and Butt-Head and The Unicorn, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how comedy is built, rewritten, sharpened, and som...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with longtime friend, director, and assistant director Ron Moseley for an honest, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation about the real work that keeps a television set moving. Michael and Ron have known each other since the late eighties, crossing paths through some of television’s most memorable productions. Ron shares his journey t...

In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet , Michael sits down with writer, creator, and showrunner Simone Finch , the creative force behind the acclaimed series Single Drunk Female . With credits that include Madam Secretary , Homeland , Roseanne , and The Conners , Simone has built a career writing characters who are complicated, funny, flawed, honest, and deeply human. Together, Michael and Simone ex...

In this extraordinary episode of Fish's Call Sheet , Michael Fishman sits down with legendary television producer  Tom Werner , co-founder of Carsey-Werner and on of the most influential creative forces in modern television. Werner's work helped shape generations of comedy and culture through iconic series including  The Cosby Show, Roseanne, Grace Under Fire, 3rd Rock from the Sun, That...

For the relaunch of Fish's Call Sheet , the tables turn. In this powerful episode, Michel Fishman steps out of the host chair and into the hot seat as his business partner, Michael Johnson, leads an honest, revealing, and deeply personal conversation about the life behind the credits. From growing up on television as D.J. Conner on Roseanne and The Conners , to building a career across acting...

Five time Emmy winner Danny Zuker is one of the leading executive producers in the entertainment industry. Notably a leading creative force on Modern Family, Zuker has had a truly illustrious career. Beginning as a writer on The Arsenio Hall Show, his incredible writing credits include Evening Shade, Roseanne, Grace Under Fire, Just Shoot Me, Jesse, Norm, Off Centre, Coupling, Stacked, The Unusual...

Story Producer and Black Vintage Media founder Jada Ford is an inspirational force in the entertainment industry. Jada began her career as an intern at Maryland Public Television. After college she followed her dreams to Los Angeles quickly landed her first job in Production on VH1's Surreal Life. After over a decade of experience producing commercials, news and unscripted series for internet...

World renowned composer has created timeless music to enhance countless film, television, and video game productions. Music sets the tone for successful entertainment, moving audiences viscerally, with resonance, and tonality. From the Marvel Experience, to films like Hellraiser, The Heart of Nuba, and his latest Love in Country, Randy Miller creates moving one of a kind musical masterpieces. His...