THE HOLLYWOOD MAKERS

An Episode by Anna PoghosyanA fake Instagram account just surpassed Warner Bros’ own marketing campaign, and nobody saw it coming. On this episode of The Hollywood Makers, host Anna Poghosyan sits down with Diego Andaluz, the marketing consultant behind it, who has worked across A24, Warner Bros, Neon, and Warner Music Group, to unpack exactly how it happened. Watch the full interview to know how...

In this episode of The Hollywood Makers, Mona sits down with Audio Prophecy, a DJ with over 20 years of experience and a practicing pediatrician based in Boston, for an honest look at what life in DJ and nightlife culture really looks like beyond the highlight reel. Audio Prophecy opens up about how his love for music was born during a childhood of constant movement, from Iran to Istanbul to Los A...

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From Tijuana to Hollywood: How Truth Becomes Art - with María Jimena GastelumWhat happens when you grow up belonging to two worlds at once, crossing a border every morning just to get to school, absorbing two cultures, two languages, two ways of seeing life? For actress María Jimena Gastelum, that became her superpower. In this conversation with Rossy E. Eguigure, María Jimena shares her journey f...

In this episode of The Hollywood Makers, Rossy E. Eguigure connects with Chicago filmmaker Will Adams to analyze the "DIY" ecosystem of modern cinema. From his start as a camera operator to founding Lokekey Productions, Will shares how he bypasses industry gatekeepers to produce high-impact, satirical content like Tube-E Movie. Discover why he believes human imperfection is our greatest defense ag...

We’re working with AI prioritizing Humanity, across all our productions and communities. ✨ @rxmediaproductions, production company with decades producing for @discovery @mgmplus @natgeotv @telemundo @eentertainment @pbs @univision @cnn @nbc, independent productions, and much more, creating stories that make people cry, laugh, think, entertain, enjoy, heal, and above all unite…to enjoy life. ✨Tha...

The Hollywood Makers is a real-talk podcast about what’s really happening in media and entertainment, who’s rising, who’s falling, and what it all means for storytellers and brands. In this episode, host Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen brings her signature ‘Ones to Watch’ segment, the insider picks you won’t hear anywhere else. From a galactic adventure to a raw, stripped-down drama, a film that wrestles...

Marketing strategist Carin Mazaira has worked with Netflix, Disguise, and Leica, and now she's on her own terms. In this episode we talk about uniting storytellers with technology, launching the Women in Virtual Production LA chapter, producing for the HPA Tech Retreat, and why community has always been her superpower. A must-listen for anyone navigating today's media industry. Watch the full epis...

Who Controls Hollywood ... Netflix Steps Back...This week, Hollywood's biggest story wasn't on a screen, it was in a boardroom. Netflix walked away from Warner Bros. Discovery. Paramount moved in. And the ripple effects for creators, studios, and audiences are just getting started. Plus: UK publishers are fighting back against AI. Residente is making his directorial debut, with Bad Bunny leading a...

Welcome to The Hollywood Makers! In this episode, host Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen discusses vital signals in the entertainment industry that indicate a major recalibration of culture and technology. The 2026 Super Bowl halftime show’s focus on Spanish-language performance sets the tone for mainstream integration of diverse cultures. Claudia also explores the transformative impact of AI technologies a...

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As we begin a new year at The Hollywood Makers, I wanted to open with a conversation that reflects the heart of this community: creators who think long-term, work across disciplines, and understand the responsibility that comes with storytelling. Christine La Monte is one of those voices. With a career that spans studio marketing at Universal, Disney, and Orion, and an expansive body of work as a...

If you had to sum up 2025 in the entertainment industry. It was a year that kept surprising and challenging people, both creatively and financially, but also emotionally. It was a year where it felt like just when you caught your breath, something else happened. There was another headline, another layoff, or another reminder that this industry that we love is deeply impacted by the world around it...

Awards season is here, but the biggest stories go far beyond trophies. On today’s episode of The Hollywood Makers, host Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen breaks down the Golden Globe nominations, the major snubs and surprises, and what they reveal about power, taste, and visibility in today’s industry. Claudia also dives into the Film Independent Spirit Award nominations, celebrating the filmmakers working...

This is the second part of Glori’s conversation with Dr. Albert Bermonte where he continues sharing about the mental struggles that hold actors and creatives back. In this episode, they discuss: How to handle negative feedback and separate personal worth from criticism The power of saying “no” and maintaining integrity in a competitive industry Building a social circle that supports your growth Na...

In this special episode, Rossy E. Eguigure shares the main purpose behind The Hollywood Makers community and how it's growing now with "RxMedia + Culture".After decades producing on both U.S. coasts and witnessing Hollywood’s cultural shifts from the inside, Rossy puts into writing her commitment to audience intelligence, multicultural storytelling, and the evolving relationship between media, tec...

In this new episode our host Glori Anyeneh sits down with Dr. Albert Bermonte, talent agent, psychology professor, and author of Rise Above the Script. Together, they unpack the hidden mental hurdles actors and creatives face every day. Among other topics, he discusses about: • self-sabotage • fear and worst-case thinking • imposter syndrome • comfort vs. growth • how your environment affects your...

In this episode, Starry sits down with Disney Senior Data Scientist Dwight Liu to explore how data has become one of the most unexpected creative tools of our time. From early days studying trust on the internet to building models that reveal emotional resonance across global audiences, Dwight shares how data and imagination can work together, not against each other. We dive into intuition, AI, hi...

Think going viral equals instant success? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Glori unpacks the truth behind the biggest marketing myths in Hollywood, and reveals what really moves audiences (and sells tickets). From the illusion of influencer power to the real reason PR and marketing can’t live without each other, this episode is your crash course in modern entertainment strategy. Discover...

Hollywood meets humanity in this powerful first episode of Starry Interviews at THM! Starry Ye sits down with actress-turned-documentarian Kelly Galindo, creator of 26 Seconds, for a real, honest conversation about breaking into Hollywood, staying true to yourself, and turning your art into purpose. Kelly’s journey, from acting on hit shows to directing across nine countries, is proof that storyte...

Amazon just laid off 30,000 people. Paramount, another thousand. Across the industry, companies are cutting teams and betting on efficiency and AI. But what if the real solution isn’t cutting, it’s creating? In this episode of The Hollywood Makers (THM), hosted by Claudia Cano, we look beyond the headlines to explore what comes next for creatives, brands, and investors. Our take: The real disrupti...

Glori welcomes award-winning producer, filmmaker, and educator Christina Sibul, the creative force behind Thirteen, Sideways, and The Station Agent. From indie breakthroughs at Sundance to mentoring the next generation through the CSU Entertainment Alliance, Christina shares her journey through Hollywood’s indie boom, her fight for diverse voices, and the stories behind “Thirteen” the film that ch...

In this episode of The Hollywood Makers podcast, we are thrilled to introduce our new co-host, Starry Yeh. A talented documentarian and post-production professional, Starry brings a wealth of experience from her work on high-profile productions with major studios like Netflix, NBC, and CNN. Join us as she shares her journey from China to the U.S., her insights into the evolving media landscape, an...

In this exciting episode of The Hollywood Makers, Rossy E. Eguigure introduces our newest host, Glory, as she shares her inspiring journey in the entertainment industry. From her beginnings to where she is now Glory opens up about how she blends her analytical skills with her love for creative storytelling. Glory also talks about:🎬 Her current work with NBCUniversal and Peacock🎬 Pursuing a maste...

Hollywood is changing faster than ever, and we’re here to break it down. In this episode of The Hollywood Makers, host Claudia Cano-Asbjornsen dives into the forces reshaping media and entertainment:How AI is rewriting the rules of storytelling and production The next chapter of the streaming wars (and why audiences are feeling “subscription fatigue”) The rise of VR, AR, and the metaverse as Holly...