The Lot1 Podcast

Stephanie Caleb Stephanie Caleb is the founder and Co-Chairman of Ardvella Entertainment. She previously served as EVP of Acquisitions and Production at Cinelou Films where she worked for 8 years overseeing project acquisitions and creative advertising for the studios’ self-distributed films including, Golden Globe® nominated film Cake , (Jennifer Aniston), Mr. Church , (Eddie Murphy), Burn Your M...

Billy is a comedian and writer from the UK who has been working in the American television industry for 15 years.  From news to comedy to sports, he's worn many different hats in this business, which is not easy given that he's a size 8.  Most of his childhood was spent sat in front of the TV drinking banana Yazoo and dreaming of making content that brings a bright spot to rough days.&nb...

Tisha Morris is the founder of Morris Entertainment Law where she practices entertainment law with a mission to help diverse voices tell their story for a better world. Tisha is a member of the Beverly Hills Bar Association, California Lawyer for the Arts, Women in Film, Women in Music, and a board member of the Ojai Film Festival.  Connect with Tisha: ➡️ Instagram: @TishaLMorris ➡️ TikTok: @...

Emily Best is the founder and CEO of Seed&Spark, a platform built to make entertainment more diverse, inclusive, connected and essential. She has raised millions in investment and crowdfunding, secured large brand partnerships, and built a world-class team for Seed&Spark. In 2023, CNBC named Seed&Spark one of the top 200 fintech companies in the world. In addition to her work at Seed&a...

Avi Bagla is an award winning live producer with deep experience creating comedic, engaging, and interactive live shows. He’s produced shows for Twitch, TikTok, BuzzFeed, Mashable, and more, accumulating over 200 million total views across broadcasts. His work includes the Cannes-Nominated global music livestream “TikTok In the Mix,” the most viewed TikTok LIVE in history, three Super Bowl TikTok...

Imani Davis is a writer, producer, and a film programmer at the American Cinematheque in Los Angeles. A recent LA transplant from Chicago, she is deeply committed to elevating women directors, as well as providing opportunities for emerging talent to break into the film industry. At the American Cinematheque, a 501c3 nonprofit boasting over 1,500 film screenings a year, Imani curates, plans, and e...

Erica Chan is an IATSE Local 600 First Assistant Camera and the App Developer behind FreeMe, an all-in-one job and time tracking app designed to support the individual crew member. Erica grew up in Vegas and attended UNLV for undergrad, followed by FSU for her Master's degree. She moved to Los Angeles in 2015 and joined IATSE Local 600 in 2019. Erica is a winner of a Student Emmy. During the pande...

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Alexander von David grew up watching Looney Tunes and Elvira’s Movie Macabre... which, if you know him, explains a lot. After directing commercials for a time, he stumbled onto the world of localization in 2005 and has been adapting and directing English dubs ever since. Connect with Alexander : ➡️ X: @alexvondavid About The Lot1 Podcast ✨ The Lot1 Podcast is desig...

Ryan O'Quinn has more than 25 years experience in the entertainment industry and is CEO of Damascus Road Media Group and President of Damascus Road Productions. He has created, produced and starred in content across all mediums since 1996 and currently leads a team of experts to curate, develop, acquire and produce commercially-viable film and television content in the faith and family vertical at...

Gabriella Mirabelli, listed by Inc. as one of the "5 Unsung Heroes of New Media," is a Consumer Insights Advisor, Personal Strategy Consultant, and Creator & Host of the award-winning Up Next podcast. She leverages her extensive marketing and consumer insights experience to help entrepreneurs and executives develop effective strategies. Previously, she was the EVP of Consumer Insights & Br...

Jessica Kelley began her two decades of video production experience in Ohio where she developed her first local television show in 2007. From there, she studied in Beijing, China for her Master's degree in International Media. After graduation, her career brought her to New York where she produced over 50 short films, 4 digital series, 3 live events, and a handful of ad campaigns for multiple bran...

Whitney Anne Adams is a Costume Designer who has worked on several internationally acclaimed films, many of which have been featured at the Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca, and Toronto International Film Festivals. Her credits include Story Ave, Freaky, We Have A Ghost, Happy Death Day 2U, as well as the upcoming The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can Eat with Searchlight Pictures. Whitney is an active unio...

Denis Shepherd, a Los Angeles-based actor and filmmaker hailing from Chatsworth, California, has been making waves both in front of and behind the camera. His recent starring role in the independent feature film "The Compatriots" and his recurring role on Paramount's "Paradise Lost" have solidified his reputation as a versatile actor with a captivating on-screen presence. In addition to his work o...

Tony Rosenthal is the Senior Vice President of Documentaries at The Kennedy/Marshall Company, and serves as Executive Producer for the company’s documentary slate with an unwavering passion for creating compelling content. In his role, Tony manages the day-to-day operations of the company’s documentary division, collaborates with creative partners, and oversees the execution of all production init...

Rachel Dusa is an award winning Director of Photography and Camera Operator with over a decade of experience behind the lens. Her knowledge and skills have allowed her to traverse multiple facets of the industry, creating compelling imagery for scripted films, television series, and commercial campaigns. The diversity of her experience across the globe has formed various skill sets for her to pull...

After graduating from CSUF, Angelyn Rodriguez broke her way into the industry at Buzzfeed, then HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART II, and A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW. She is now a Post Production Assistant at Marvel Studios. Connect with Angelyn: ➡️ TikTok: @angelynleia ➡️ Instagram: @angelynleia https://www.angelynrodriguez.com/ About The Lot1 Podcast ✨ The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is inter...

Daniel Sollinger is a graduate of New York University's Film School, and the producer of more than 400 commercials, music videos, and short films for clients including Pepsi, Warner Brothers Records, CBS, Sony, and Comedy Central. His work has won awards from New York University, The American Film Institute, The Accolade Awards and the American Motion Picture Society. His work has played at SXSW,...

Scott Edwards is the EVP, Head of Creative Advertising at Fox. He oversees the unpredictable process and convergence of art and commerce including first- look trailers, launch promos, current-show episodics, key art one sheets or billboards, custom social content, or otherwise, for shows like 9-1-1 LONESTAR, ACCUSED, ALERT, BEAT SHAZAM, BOB’S BURGERS, THE CLEANING LADY, CRIME SCENE KITCHEN, F...

Yoko Okumura (she/her) is a genre-fluid writer and director who thrives in the intersection of grit and glamour. Born in a Buddhist temple in Japan and raised in the frostbite of Minneapolis, she is obsessed with telling rebellious stories through underrepresented perspectives.  She directed the feature thriller Unseen for Blumhouse, and her episode Ball of Twine for Sam Raimi's horror anthol...

Nicolas Curcio is a screenwriter from Los Angeles, CA. He received his MFA in Film/TV Production from USC's School of Cinematic Arts and landed on the 2019 Black List with his feature script "Barron: A Tale of Love, Loss and Legacy." He has since written films for Sony Animation, Paramount, and Universal. Connect with Nicolas : ➡️ TikTok: @nicolascurciowriter ➡️ Instagram: @nicolascurcio About The...

Hey everybody, long time no see! Thank you for your patience while we revamped and improved -- we promise it was worth the wait. We hope you enjoy our new facelift! About The Lot1 Podcast ✨ The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve your craft, ach...

"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like,...

"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like,...

"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, a...

"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support! Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, a...