Behind the Carnival Barkers Podcast

Filmmaker, editor, and curator Kathryn Hood-Moore calls into Amy Peters on Behind the Carnival Barkers to discuss her extensive career in unscripted television. From her early days in the military and her accidental entry into editing, Kathryn shares insights into the formative years of reality TV, how the industry adapted during strikes, and the evolution of production workflows, including the sh...

In this episode of Behind the Carnival Barkers , host Amy Peters sits down with veteran editor Scott Rosann, offering listeners a fascinating glimpse into the ever-evolving world of unscripted television. Their conversation spans Scott's decades-long career, from his early days learning Final Cut Pro and Avid in a scrappy New York City production company to his current role at CBS News' 60 Minutes...

In this sixth episode of Behind the Carnival Barkers , host Amy Peters chats with Ilya the editor about how he evolved from handling physical film reels in a commercial post-production house to becoming a successful freelance editor. He’s cut award-winning documentaries for the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project and worked on reality TV hits like Basketball Wives and The Circus . We...

Supervising producer Jen Heck joins Amy Peters to discuss her career journey, including her work on House Hunters International and her tremendous portfolio of personal projects. Jen shares insights into the evolving entertainment industry, the impact of AI on creative fields, and the challenges of balancing a demanding career with parenting. The conversation also delves into Jen's recent personal...

In this episode of Behind the Carnival Barkers , host Amy Peters hangs out in Central Park with Bloomberg TV editor Oren Sarch. He shares his extensive journey with video editing, from working on iconic films like Darren Aronofsky's Pi   and Requiem for a Dream to navigating the fast-paced demands of reality TV and commercials. Oren candidly discusses the challenges of freelance work, the grueling...

Host Amy Peters sits down with colleague Jeremy Trott for this episode. He is a veteran in unscripted television, to discuss his journey from assistant to online editor and the unique challenges of reality TV. They explore the evolution of "talent" in reality shows, the mental toll of post-production, and the unexpected benefits and drawbacks of remote work.  Jeremy shares strategies for navigatin...

In this episode, host Amy Peters chats with fellow editor Tara Brochon about the ever-evolving world of non-fiction editing. Tara Brochon's discussion covers various facets of the editing world, highlighting the editor's role as a storyteller in unscripted content. She delves into the evolution of production, contrasting the pre-COVID in-person environment with the current remote landscape, and it...

In this inaugural episode of Behind the Carnival Barkers , host Amy Peters, an Emmy Award-winning editor and producer of non-fiction content, sits down with fellow editor Timothy Hedden. They delve into the demanding world of unscripted television, discussing the intricacies of their craft, from shaping narratives and managing network demands to the sometimes abusive work environment and the art o...