The Golden Hour

Jordan Brady is two parts director, one part beard wax promoter.  He is all parts cool when we talk about commercial directing and his past in the entertainment industry.   Check out his deets at: www.truegent.tv To support me and this podcast, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

Gustavo Martin is a Peruvian-born director and writer.  From his hometown in Peru to the streets in Chicago, Gustavo creates amazing projects.  In fact, his latest one is here: Breathe - Film Independent Thank you for listening to this podcast.  If you would like to support it and my crazy  adventures, click here: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

Jake Jarvi makes movies!!  He makes Christmas movies, scary movies, and he even makes movies with this wife.  How cool is that!   If you like this podcast and want to hear more like it, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee    

Whether he is writing for "Queen of the South" or "Scrubs", Mark Valadez knows what he is talking about.  Listen as we talk about Mark's new projects, how he got started, and of course, play some epic trivia!   This episode was edited by Dan Tippel: jdtippel@gmail.com. The Intro and Ending were sound-mixed by Kelly Askam at kelly@mindexchangemusic.com. Donate to this podcast at www.buymeacoffee.co...

Koren Young works in the sound department, produces movies, and he has his own podcast studio: www.arcaystudios.com. Listen in as we talk about the job that we had together in August of 2024. I would like to thank Dan Tippel and Ed Nilsën for editing this podcast. To support me in my podcast, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee  

Lynn-Wood Fields is director, a writer, and a trail blazer in the Montana film industry!  Listen in as Lynn-Wood talks about her initiative to put new film tax dollars into the Montana economy.  I would like to thank Joe and Michelle Borden for their help in the Montana podcast scene. You can listen to their podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explore-big-sky-with-hoary-marmot/id16...

Step into the fascinating world of Hollywood’s most prolific character actor, Al Burke! With nearly 1,000 roles to his name, Al takes us behind the scenes of his incredible career - from memorable music videos to his countless appearances as law enforcement on screen. Best known to many as the enthusiastic Billy Idol fan in “The Wedding Singer,” Al shares candid stories from his decades in the ind...

Emily Soto is a SAG actress, a voiceover artist, and an all around nice girl of the LA scene!  Listen in as we talk about her career and we play Jessica Chastain trivia! (Anyone that buys me a Coffee gets access to the video version of this interview!  Go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee) Thanks, guys! Anna

Hey Guys, Art Medina is a great illustrator, actor, and director!  Check him out at: acoldfarewell.godaddysites.com Also, listen in on the fun as we play Robert Altman trivia!! To support this podcast, please go to:  www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee   Cheers, Anna  

Tommy Martin is unique.  He started out as a drummer and then branched out into acting.  He has acted in many films (one with me!) and has since become a producer.  Listen to Tommy talk about his illustrious career in the entertainment industry while we play Arnold Schwarzenegger trivia!   To reach out to Tommy, please go to: https://www.actortommymartin.com/ Keep Anna and her awesome podcast goin...

...definitely an awesome actor, producer, and writer!  Did you know that he spends all of his nights writing?  He just wrote and produced a series called "A Series about a Series"!  Find that and the rest of his funny business right here at: https://www.youtube.com/@aseriesaboutaseries5514   Help me to put some pep in my step at: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee  

Sandy Gulliver is an actress for all actors.  With her Facebook page, "Sandy Gulliver Casting Alerts" , Sandy finds current jobs and lists them for all actors to see.  Sandy is an accomplished actress with over 91 Imdb credits!  Listen to her speak here and feel free to look her up if you need anything!     This podcast is fueled by coffee!  If you would like to buy me a cup, please go to: www.buy...

Marissa and I talk about the Chicago improv scene, why there are not more sitcoms filmed in Chicago, and her amazing sketch comedy show, "Bye-Bye, Liver!" .  Follow Marissa and her at www.instagram.com/marissacomedy . To get 20 percent off of your first order of socks, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks Also, help Anna to buy coffee so that she can edit her podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold...

Listen to Jorge Salas talk about how he went from computers to commercials!  He didn't start out as an actor but he certainly is one now!  Jorge is represented by Dream Team Talent in Chicago and can be reached at: www.instagram.com/jorgesalaschi. This podcast is made possible by coffee.  Donate here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 To get 20 percent off of your first order of socks, click here: www.tin...

Guess what?  "The Nightcaps" are from the Quad-Cities and I am, too!  This troupe performs improv comedyand they are hilarious!  When you are in the Quad-Cities IA/IL, check out their shows at The Speakeasy in Rock Island: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/improvmania-tickets-760831195587 This podcast wouldn't exist without you.  We really appreciate your support www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 To get 20 per...

Terrance "TJ" McDonald is: a) handsome b) good at improv -or- c) all of the above If you guessed "C",  you are correct!  Come listen to TJ talk industry and play along with us as guess Will Ferrell trivia answers!   The Golden Hour has a special promotion.  Get 20 percent off of your first Bombas order here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks   This podcast episode was edited by Ed Nilsen: EdwardNilsen@gma...

Have you guys ever lost something really important and then found it again?  Well, I did that  with this episode!  I would like to re-introduce to you to Amy Joob: actress, author, model, and all-around good person! Do you guys need socks, T-shirts, or slippers?  Get 20 percent off of your first order from the Golden Hour here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks Links to Amy's books are listed below: Unstu...

Scott McCauley is an actor who moved to Montana at the age of 48. Since then he has been in so many films - 28 in 7 years!  Catch him in "Murder in Yellowstone City" among many other things.  Scott can be reached at svmccauley@gmail.com or his Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/S.V.McCauley   Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys wa...

Jerry Vasilatos is an amazing filmmaker, commentator, and YouTube show host.  His debut film, "Solstice", has won many awards.  Check out Jerry's latest work at Chicago Corner YouTube and join in on the fun as we play Mark Ruffalo trivia!   To find out more about Jerry, please go to: www.jerryvasilatos.com This podcast was brought to you buy coffee!  Please show your support here: www.venmo.com/an...

Amy Joob is great.  She was an actress and a model for twenty years and now she writes amazing books!  Her first book is a how-to for aspiring models: Model Behavior Amy's second publication is called Unstuck: A 40 Day Prayer Journal, that helps you to focus on where God wants to take you: 40 Day Prayer Journal Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If...

Jessica is one part actress, one part plant mom, and all parts awesome!!  Join us as we talk about her career and play "Two Truths and a Lie".   Jessica can be hired for commercial and film work through Lori Lins Talent Agency Chicago and her profile can be found on Backstage.com . Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys want discounts on soc...

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Patty McCall escaped a dangerous situation and turned her life around fast.  Talk about lucky!  This girl has worked with Tom Cruise, rubbed elbows with Sylvester Stallone and even got to work on the infamous "Catalina Wine Mixer" scene on "Stepbrothers".  Go, Patty! Thanks for helping Anna to realize her dreams: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 Also, if you want 20 percent o...

Tommy is a great actor in my hometown, the Quad-Cities area!   He has been in "Rent", on "Chicago Fire" and in many other great productions!  Join him at www.tommyratkiewicz-stierwalt.com If you guys want to stay warm this winter, buy your socks, shirts, and slippers right here with my link: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks   Thank you for listening and have a great day!

Do you see this cowboy pictured here?  That's Jared Broxterman, he plays a cowboy on the set of "1923"!  Jared is also an acting teacher at MT Acting (Check out his school at: Jared Gives Virtual Acting Lessons ).  This podcast has been made possible by your wonderful donations to my coffee habit: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys need socks, slippers, or other winter gear, click here for my d...

Tyler Grutsch has had a lot of luck in the Montana film industry. Growing up there, he just happened to be in the right place when they were hiring crew for "Yellowstone"!  To hire him, go to: www.montanavideoproductionrentals.com   Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys want discounts on socks, T-shirts, and other garments, click here: www....