She's All Over the Place

Are chatbots, algorithms, and artificial intelligence rewriting the architecture of human madness? In this special crossover episode, we sit down with the team behind Suspicious Minds, an urgent new docuseries co-produced by Agoric Media and Selena Gomez's mental fitness ecosystem, Wondermind.   We are joined by Sean King O'Grady, who chats about world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Joel Gold and philo...

Filmmaker Rowan Haber dives into the cultural phenomenon of SNL's iconic 90s character "Pat" and how it intersects with modern trans and non-binary identity. We break down the buzz surrounding We Are Pat, the critically acclaimed documentary from the Tribeca Film Festival. Learn how this hilarious, endearing film connects the world of comedy to deep questions of identity, details on its expanded n...

Go behind the scenes with an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer! In this episode, we sit down with legendary producer Betty Buckley to uncover the chaotic, ambitious, and heartwarming true story behind the iconic PBS Kids series, Wishbone. We dive deep into the new feature-length documentary, "What's The Story, Wishbone?" alongside director Joey Stewart and the unforgettable voice of Wishbone...

"Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world." — The Talmud Haunting, unforgettable, and deeply moving, this episode takes you inside the cinematic event ' This Ordinary Thing .' The film tells the remarkable true stories of non-Jews who risked everything to save thousands of Jewish strangers across Europe during The Holocaust.  Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and real testimonies,...

Dating in the digital world feels nearly impossible, and for Kevin, it truly is.  In this episode, we dive into the UK-made comedy series "Patterns" focusing on Episode 4: Kevin's Series of Unfortunate Events, which is currently premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival!  Kevin (played by Jake Watkins) is a hopelessly earnest romantic whose optimism far outweighs his self-awareness. By day, he works...

Amid the glamour and chaos of New York Fashion Week (NYFW), the new Tribeca Festival short film "FABRIC" looks past the runway into the cutthroat relationships and transactional alliances of the industry.  In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Frank Sun, who draws on his decade-long career as an elite NYFW photographer to tell an immigrant's story of yearning for belonging in an opulent worl...

Today on She's All Over the Place , we are bringing you a massive indie film exclusive on the exact day of its Cannes Film Festival World Premiere! We sit down with Emmy and BIFA-nominated writer, director, and editor Reuben Hamlyn to discuss his highly anticipated new film, "Sunday's Children ".   The project introduces us to a dark, formally playful love story. We follow Dennis (an entitled opti...

The Hilarious and Sexy New Film Will Be Coming to Theaters April 24! Winner of the Special Jury Prize at Sundance, TWO WOMEN  is an irrepressible comedy about two mothers who refuse to settle for stagnant lives and instead pursue the joy they need to feel alive and fulfilled.   When neighbors Violette (Laurence Leboeuf) and Florence (Karine Gonthier-Hyndman) bond over the ennui of parenthood, they...

On this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with acclaimed filmmaker Cate Shortland, director and pioneering voice for women behind the camera, to discuss her landmark debut feature Somersault. Originally nominated for Un Certain Regard and the Camera d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, Somersault follows teenage Heidi, who escapes home after a traumatic encounter and...

Filmmaker Roc Morin on following soldier and actor Pavlo Aldoshyn during the war in Ukraine What happens when an actor who once played a sniper in a movie becomes a real sniper in war? In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas speaks with director Roc Morin about the documentary MEDUZA, a powerful film following Ukrainian actor Pavlo Aldoshyn from the first days of the 2022...

Diane Keaton's first feature as a director wasn't a romantic comedy — it was an existential documentary about the afterlife. On this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with producer Arnie Holland to discuss the 2026 HD remaster and re-release of Heaven, Diane Keaton's unconventional documentary exploring what people truly believe happens after death. Originally rele...

Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse and institutional failure. Listener discretion advised. Why can't parents find this when they search the Curtis Institute of Music? In this episode, we examine Dear Lara, the powerful new social justice documentary from world-renowned violinist and filmmaker Lara St. John, which premiered nationally at the Santa Barbara International Film Festiv...

Blake Winston Rice joins She's All Over the Place to discuss the world premiere of his latest short film DISC at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival. Blake is an award-winning writer-director whose breakout short Tea premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival, with Patty Jenkins serving as Executive Producer. Since Cannes, Tea has screened at 13 Oscar-qualifying festivals, earne...

In this Artist Journal solo episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas reflects on psychological isolation—the experience of emotional and social disconnection that can exist even in the presence of others. Inspired by Brené Brown's work on belonging and disconnection, this episode explores how psychological isolation develops, why it can become long-standing, and how it quietly erod...

A deep dive into the Basketball Africa League's impact on sports, culture, talent development, and media, featuring insights from BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall and NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi. In 2019, a longtime dream for many became a reality when the National Basketball Association (NBA) committed to launching the Basketball Africa League (BAL). With 12 teams from the continent representing...

In this episode of She's All Over the Place, I had the wonderful opportunity to sit and chat with the producer, Steven Lawrence, to explore The Long Way Home: Remastered and Expanded (2026) Michael Apted's long-lost documentary about Soviet underground rock legend Boris Grebenshchikov and his extraordinary 1988 journey from Leningrad to the West during the early days of Glasnost. Filmed at a momen...

Join me on She's All Over The Place as I sit down with director Clement Virgo and writer Tamara Faith Berger to explore the making of the psychological thriller "Steal Away", which premiered at TIFF. We dive into the film's lush, intense world of teen drama, desire, and power, adapted from the non-fiction book Steal Away Home. Hear insights into the creative process, casting decisions with Angouri...

Filmmaker Michael Premo joins the podcast to discuss HOMEGROWN, his award-winning documentary about January 6, political extremism, and America's deepening divide. Award-winning documentary HOMEGROWN, which will be released exclusively via GATHR on the upcoming January 6 anniversary of the attack on the US Capital.  Directed by Michael Premo, HOMEGROWN brings raw intimacy and unprecedented access...

DIALOGUES: Short Cuts to First Features" is a Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Industry program featuring conversations with emerging directors who transitioned from making acclaimed short films (Short Cuts alumni) to directing their debut features, sharing insights on script development, collaboration, and overcoming challenges to build their filmmaking careers. It's a key part of the T...

I had the grand opportunity to cover the 50th Aniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival.  With animation being one of my favourite topics in the world, I am grateful that I was able to join this epic conversation and now share it with you. :) DIALOGUES: Creative Visions in Animated Feature Films is a specific TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival) event/panel where acclaimed direct...

Based on the true story of a 20-something writer from rural Maine. Inspired by actress SALLY KIRKLAND's performance in the sleeper hit, ANNA (Oscar nominee, Independent Spirit Award and 1988 Golden Globe winner), Zack takes the leap to pursue his ambitions of a Hollywood Career. After driving cross country, in a chance encounter he meets his lifelong idol, the week he arrived. Sally hires him on t...

Join me as I sit down with Pasqual Gutierrez and Ben Mullinkosson, the creative minds behind the Sundance 2025 feature film Serious People. From directing music videos for Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd, to exploring parenthood, clout, and indie filmmaking in Los Angeles, this conversation dives deep into the world of modern filmmaking. We dive into: Pasqual's...

I had the opportunity to sit down with the Horror Legend, Alan Danziger and with the writer, producer, Ray Spivey!  We chat about their new film and the classic shot of all time, according to Quentin Tarantino and Oliver Stone.  Juicy details inside, tune in now and watch the film! How many remakes of a bad horror movie can you make?  The cast and crew of THE WEEDHACKER MASSACRE boldly film where...

Martina Fuchs international business journalist, DJ, and Guinness World Record holder, joins Grammy-nominated producer Maejor and The Frequency School to release 'The 195', the first song in history featuring women from all 195 countries, recorded in 528 Hz 'Love Frequency' to promote women's empowerment, global unity, and holistic wellness. I had the wonderful opportunity to sit down and have an...

When a woman wakes up captive in her own vacation rental, she must revisit memories of former guests to unmask her attacker – and find a way out alive. HELD HOSTAGE IN MY HOUSE (formerly called Blunt) was written and directed by Anna Elizabeth James (Deadly Illusions). It stars Amy Smart, Matt Davis, NE-YO, Billy Zane, and Greer Grammer. The film has a running time of 87 min and was rated TV-14 by...