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The MakersJensen CummingsIt was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Chef Jensen Cummings this week for a beautiful beast of an episode. Jensen is host of the Best Served Podcast, chef, restaurateur, and restaurant consultant. To say that Jensen Cummings was born to be in the culinary world is quite the understatement. He is the fifth consecutive generation of Chef and Restaurateurs in his family. They opened their first restaurant, La Fond House, in 1900 in Little Falls, Minnesota. While they joke that his father can't boil an egg, multiple family members are in the industry across the US. So, it...
2022-05-231h 28
The MakersCameran SurlesCameran Surles is a producer, writer, actor living in Los Angeles. We had the most wonderful time hearing about her entrance into the film business, her current projects, and what makes her keep pressing forward creatively. She got her start working on Terrence Mallick's Tree of Life. Soon after, she met another director great James L. Brooks who wrote a part for her in his next film. These experiences instilled in her a deep and enduring love of flawed, complex characters and stories that find the comedy in spite of the tragedies of life. She went on to appear...
2022-05-161h 15
The MakersRenee Felice Smith and Chris GabrielRenée Felice Smith and Chris Gabriel are writing/directing/life partners who met in the 6th grade and somehow still "like like" each other today. And we like them, too! They’re warm, hilarious, and beautiful souls. In this episode, we chat about their journey from class Presidents to partners, their latest film projects, and where they think their creativity originates. We hope you enjoy our conversation!
Most recently, Smith and Gabriel sold their animated show, H.U.M.A.N., to TBS in March of 2022.
Additionally, they sold their comedy pilot, I'M FINE, to...
2022-05-021h 23
The MakersFrances KelleyThis week we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the amazing and inspirational Frances Kelley. Frances is a professional photographer specializing in weddings and boudoir for the last 20 years. Her style is timeless with a nod to the classics, but with a pop of color and a splash of glam. Frances has worked with clients from all walks of life, including celebrities like Joe Rogan and Olympian Missy Franklin. Her ability to connect with other people and their emotions is what truly sets her work apart. In a world deadened by an avalanche of images and Instagram filters, her...
2022-04-251h 30
The MakersAlexandra ChandoAs the Festival Manager of Mammoth Film Festival™ and the Executive Director of HER VOICE, an initiative aiming to create accessibility and opportunities to emerging female filmmakers, Alexandra Chando has immersed herself in filmmaking and is dedicated to making strides in gender parity. In 2020, she launched “The Her Voice Podcast” under Kevin Connolly’s Action Park Media, a podcast about getting candid and having meaningful conversations with females (and males) in the entertainment industry. Guests have included Anne Heche (Actress/Producer), Gina Girolamo (SVP Alloy Entertainment), Carolina Garcia (Director of Original Series, Netflix), Kimberly McCullough (Episodic Director), and Lesley-Ann Brandt...
2022-04-181h 24
The MakersBrent FindleyBrent Findley is the Supervising Sound Editor on Ted Lasso, WeCrashed, and MacGruber. He also recently worked on Bridgerton, The Umbrella Academy, and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. as ADR Mixer. Brent is an amazing artist who creates the soundscapes that make film and tv come to life. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Enjoy!
Brent’s Credits
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2259990/
www.teamfindley.com
Brent enjoys long walks on the beach with his microphone and recorder. He thrives on “The Get...
2022-04-111h 27
The MakersSkye P. MarshallOur guest this week is the amazing and inspiring Skye P. Marshall. Skye is an actress currently starring in “Good Sam” on CBS. During the conversation, we cover Skye’s early years in Hollywood and what it means to create the life you want to live. We’re so grateful to have had this chat with her, and we think you will be, too!
www.imdb.me/skyepmarshall
https://www.instagram.com/skyepmarshall/
Born in Chicago, Skye is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. After her enlistment was fulfilled, Skye returned...
2022-04-041h 37
The MakersSara HayatIt was our absolute pleasure to join Sara Hayat for a conversation this week. Sara Hayat is an experiential furniture designer combing the power of aesthetics with high function. The designs are deeply rooted in the idea that our surroundings have the ability to uplift and help us reimagine what is possible.
www.sara-hayat.com
https://instagram.com/sarahayatdesign
https://www.facebook.com/sarahayatdesign/
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2022-03-281h 06
The MakersCelene and Tara CarraraBungkus Bagus is a Balinese street food pop-up founded by sisters Celene and Tara Carrara. Inspired by the flavors of their childhood, the menu features nasi bungkus: a rice, chicken, tempe, and veggie combo meal wrapped in a fresh banana leaf. They're also known for their playful desserts and sambal goreng, an addictive fried chili topping. With a focus on joyful experience and quality ingredients, they are hopeful that more Angelinos grow to love the cuisine and culture of Bali.
https://www.bungkusbagusla.com/
@bungkusbagusla on Instagram
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2022-03-211h 21
The MakersJohn PollonoThis week, Josette and Matt sit down with actor, writer, and director John Pollono. John is best known for his work as the writer, director, and star of the film Small Engine Repair now available on Hulu as well as the writer of Stronger starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Tatiana Maslany. John, Josette, and Matt chatted about his latest film, what drives his pursuit of writing, and a little bit about a play John and Matt performed in together about 15 years ago. Thanks for listening!
Small Engine Repair Movie:
Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/movie/small-engine-repair-1534...
2022-03-141h 26
The MakersNatasha LoringJosette and Matt are absolutely ecstatic to get to sit down with Natasha Loring this week. Natasha Loring is an actress and producer who can currently be seen in the Showmax Original drama, DAM, which was shot in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. You can also see her fantastic work on Queen Sono on Netflix as well as Vagrant Queen on SYFY.
DAM on Showmax Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9iKqEx9mcA
Queen Sono on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81035137
@natashaloring on Instagram
Natasha grew up...
2022-03-071h 34
The MakersAnthony Q. FarrellOur guest this week is the amazing and inspiring Anthony Q. Farrell! In this episode, the three of us discuss the importance of a “no,” how one creates an entertainment career outside of Hollywood, and Matt and Anthony wax poetic about their time at The Groundlings. Anthony served as showrunner for THE PARKER ANDERSONS, AMELIA PARKER, and the BAFTA-winning CBBC series SECRET LIFE OF BOYS, which he also created. Currently Anthony is the Showrunner and Executive Producer of the sci-fi primetime comedy OVERLORD & THE UNDERWOODS.
The Parker Andersons: https://www.byutv.org/theparkerandersons
Amelia Parker: http...
2022-02-281h 20
The MakersMatt FlandersWe are SO grateful to have the chance to chat with Matt Flanders this week! Matt Flanders is an independent producer and writer. Most recently, he produced TED K starring Sharlto Copley and directed by Tony Stone. Ted K is out NOW in cinemas or available to buy or on Amazon Prime or AppleTV/iTunes!
https://www.tedkmovie.com/
Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/Ted-K-Sharlto-Copley/dp/B09P48HCT4
AppleTV/iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/ted-k/id1605840439
Matt is also currently working on THE FARNSWORTH HOUSE, written and...
2022-02-231h 16
The MakersAmanda PaytonThis week we sat down with our dear friend, actress Amanda Payton! Amanda can be seen on Code 404 on Peacock, United States of Al on CBS, and Chicago PD on NBC. We chat with Amanda all about what influences her choices on set, her approach to auditions, and why kindness is key no matter what number you are on the call sheet. Thank you for joining us on the inaugural episode of The Makers with Josette and Matt.
@amanda__payton on Instagram
Code 404: https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/code-404
United States of Al...
2022-02-211h 07
The MakersWelcome to The Makers PodcastWelcome to The Makers! What is this thing? Well, it’s a podcast hosted by Matt Jackson and Josette Eales featuring conversations with creatives of all kinds as we explore their paths to personal power and success. We’re SO excited to bring you these weekly conversations, and we hope that you love getting to know these fabulous humans as much as we love chatting with them. In this episode, we speak to each other with a little introductory episode so that you, the listener, can become acquainted with us! Thank you for joining us on this exploration of what...
2022-02-211h 23