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MediaMaker SpotlightEditing Your Career: A Conversation with Dustin ElkinHost Tara Jabbari interviews editor Dustin Elkin who has worked in Los Angeles and Chicago for clients such as CBS, Mattel, Hallmark, and Bally’s. During their conversation, Dustin shares the importance of networking, his work ethic, and why he is a fan of utilizing AI for his work - including for his own podcast, The Video Editing Guru Podcast.Connect with Dustin: https://www.dustinelkin.com/The Video Editing Guru Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-video-editing-guru/id1768209291 Podcraftr is what Dustin uses for his podcast. Here is...2025-06-2229 min
MediaMaker SpotlightIndie Filmmaking in Remote Areas & CommunitiesHost Tara Jabbari has a conversation with Catherine Haigh and Hannah Congdon to explore the journey of creating their documentary, Women Behind the Wheel, which focuses on women's empowerment in remote communities. They highlight the importance of research, language, cultural challenges, and community support as they share their experiences connecting with local women, the complexities of gender roles, and the impact of social media in their research. They also address serious issues like bridal kidnapping and the nuances of feminism in different cultural contexts, emphasizing the need for small, incremental changes...2025-03-3038 min
One Country Project's Hot DishWhat Farmers are SayingIn this episode, Joel Heitkamp hosts a roundtable discussion with farmers Chris Gibbs, Will Westmoreland, and Nick Levendofsky. They talk about the ups and downs of farming today and dive into topics like tariffs, infrastructure, and politics.From tariff troubles to the fight to keep rural infrastructure strong, listeners will get an inside scoop on what it's like to manage a farm in today's challenging environment. Learn why these issues matter to rural America and why it's crucial for these farmers to have their voices heard in the bigger political arena.Heidi Heitkamp also highlights the ongoing...2025-03-1933 min
One Country Project's Hot DishNews Deserts are Changing Rural AmericaIn this episode, we examine how the absence of local news affects political polarization, civic engagement, and community identity. First, scholars John Volk and Joshua Darr join The Hot Dish to discuss the emergence and consequences of News Deserts across the United States. Then, journalist Brandon Tensley and Joel engage in a compelling conversation on the importance of local news to communities of color across America.Listen to learn more about how this phenomenon shapes information access, democratic participation, and the broader political landscape, proving the media's pivotal role in shaping public discourse....2025-03-0536 min
One Country Project's Hot DishGas, Groceries, and Rent (with Paul Begala)Veteran political strategist Paul Begala joins the Hot Dish to discuss how the Democratic Party can reconnect with rural Americans. He offers straightforward actions each of us can take to respond to the challenges of chaos in Washington and State Capitals and to help our neighbors get past the misinformation and propaganda to see the truth about the dangerous impacts of the Donald Trump / Elon Musk administration on rural and small-town values.But first, Joel speaks with Isaac Wright, founder of the Rural Voter Institute, about Democrats' communication challenges and the need to speak about values like...2025-02-1941 min
One Country Project's Hot DishTikTok: What You Need To KnowIn this episode, we delve into essential discussions on federal policy, TikTok, and the balance of power in Washington that we know will resonate with you.Heidi and Joel explore the chaos caused by a recent Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memo concerning the freeze on federal expenditures. They provide a clear-eyed analysis of the memo's implications for Americans, particularly those relying on federal assistance programs, and question the legality of specific executive branch actions.In the second half of the episode, we're joined by David Dorfman, Deputy Staff Director and Chief Counsel of...2025-02-0529 min
One Country Project's Hot DishYoung Democrats Fighting for Rural AmericaWelcome to another episode of The Hot Dish, where we serve comfort food for Middle America. In today's episode, Heidi Heitkamp and Joel Heitkamp delve into the political whirlwind surrounding Donald Trump's inauguration, cabinet picks, and executive orders — and their implications for the next four years. Later in the episode, you'll hear a fascinating conversation between One Country Project Board Member J.D. Scholten and Anderson Clayton, North Carolina Democratic Party Chair. Anderson, the youngest state party chair in the nation, shares her experiences and insights on enhancing grassroots infrastructure, speaking to rural voters, and the GOP's eff...2025-01-2233 min
One Country Project's Hot DishBalancing Voter Interests: Split-Ticket Voting in Rural AmericaWelcome back to "The Hot Dish," where we serve up the latest political insights with a side of grassroots wisdom. In today's episode, host Heidi Heitkamp welcomes Iowa State Representative J.D. Scholten, who shares his insights from the campaign trail. We'll dive into the critical issues that drove his unexpected victory in a Trump district.First, the hosts touch on the challenges facing rural communities, including healthcare crises and the fast-paced messaging tactics of conservative media and the importance of engaging younger voters for a vibrant political future....2025-01-0834 min
MediaMaker SpotlightArt Amidst Adversity: A Journey from Ukraine to VeniceIn this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Zhanna Ozirna, a Ukrainian filmmaker whose first feature film premiered at the Venice Film Festival. They talk about the inspiration behind her film, the importance of art showcasing challenges like war, winning the Biennale Cinema Competition, plus much more.The film, Honeymoon (English title) is about a couple, Taras and Olya, who just bought an apartment in the suburbs and are spending their first night there before they are woken up by explosions outside the window. A full-scale invasion has begun and the couple is...2025-01-0532 minOne Country Project's Hot DishNavigating Tariffs, Politics, and Economic PressuresWelcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Hot Dish, where we serve up hearty conversations that resonate deeply with rural America. In this episode, Heidi and Joel answer some listener mail from parents who fear losing their adult children to MAGA inlaws. Then Joel engages in a riveting discussion with Chris Gibbs, an Ohio farmer and former Republican turned Democrat.Our discussion dives into the heart of economic concerns that the Democratic policies seem to miss, focusing on everyday financial pressures and the high cost of living. Chris Gibbs shares his firsthand experiences and reflections on how...2024-12-1831 minOne Country Project's Hot DishHow Home Testing Can Improve Rural HealthWelcome to another insightful episode of The Hot Dish, comfort food for middle America. Today, we're serving up engaging discussions on healthcare accessibility in rural America, challenges for the Trump Administration, and community values.Hosts Heidi and Joel Heitkamp also provide valuable life advice in response to listener mail, addressing career choices and the benefits of community involvement. They share heartfelt reflections on values taught by their parents, emphasizing the importance of contributing to local communities.They also discuss the importance of immigrants in filling workforce gaps in rural areas. Heidi and Joel critically examine...2024-12-0435 min
The Video Editing GuruMedia MakerIn this episode of The Video Editing Guru, host Dustin shares some exciting news about his guest appearance in 2025 on MediaMaker Spotlight, a podcast for filmmakers. Dustin introduces Women in Film & Video (WIFV), the non-profit behind MediaMaker Spotlight. WIFV offers educational and networking opportunities for screen-based media creators and advocates for inclusivity in the industry. Dustin provides details about MediaMaker Spotlight, hosted by Candice Bloch, Tara Jabbari, and Sandra Abrams, praising its insightful content and various guests. He further announces that the podcast has a video version on YouTube and encourages listeners to hit subscribe. Dustin ends the episode with...2024-11-2604 min
MediaMaker SpotlightAn Actor’s Career Retrospective and ObservationsDuring a virtual press junket for 2024’s summer blockbuster, Borderlands, actor Benjamin Byron Davis spoke with host Tara Jabbari to discuss his role in the film, plus his experience working in over 50 projects ranging from Gilmore Girls to Guardians of the Galaxy. They talked about what makes a successful and worthwhile colleague in the film industry, his friendship with James Gunn, plus his advice for actors who are starting out. Listen to one of the most dynamic and versatile actors as he shares what he has learned over his career. Follow Ben on social media:2024-11-2436 minThe Video Editing GuruMedia MakerIn this episode of The Video Editing Guru, host Dustin shares some exciting news about his guest appearance in 2025 on MediaMaker Spotlight, a podcast for filmmakers. Dustin introduces Women in Film & Video (WIFV), the non-profit behind MediaMaker Spotlight. WIFV offers educational and networking opportunities for screen-based media creators and advocates for inclusivity in the industry. Dustin provides details about MediaMaker Spotlight, hosted by Candice Bloch, Tara Jabbari, and Sandra Abrams, praising its insightful content and various guests. He further announces that the podcast has a video version on YouTube and encourages listeners to hit subscribe. Dustin ends the episode with...2024-11-2204 minOne Country Project's Hot DishSilent Voices: Indigenous Histories and Volunteer Firefighter StoriesWelcome to another powerful episode of The Hot Dish. This one delves deep into the past and present of untold stories from America's heartland, from the historical injustices faced by Native communities to the contemporary heroes fighting fires without pay.Of course, Heidi and Joel begin by reviewing the shocking results of the 2024 elections, and the failure of the Democratic Party to communicate effectively with a majority of American voters. Then, we sit down with Donovan Archambault, a tribal leader and author whose new book offers an eye-opening account of life at a government-backed Indian s...2024-11-2037 minOne Country Project's Hot DishConnecting Rural and Urban: Technology, Stories, and Sensible Gun ControlWelcome to another enlightening episode of The Hot Dish, comfort food for middle America. We've curated a rich and thoughtful discussion to explore key issues impacting rural and urban communities alike.In this episode, Joel has a fascinating conversation with Dee Davis, the founder of the Center for Rural Strategies. Dee discusses the foundational importance of human connections and shared experiences to bridge the gaps between rural and urban areas. He also highlights The Daily Yonder, the Center's publication dedicated to amplifying rural voices.Joel also dives deep into the complexities of gun policy...2024-11-0632 minOne Country Project's Hot DishHow Religion Will Impact The ElectionWelcome back to another thought-provoking episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes. In this very special episode, Joel speaks with two incredibly insightful guests who will illuminate the intertwining of religion and politics in the upcoming election.Joe Donnelly, former Congressman, Senator, and Ambassador to the Holy See, passionately calls for character and equitable values in candidates, urging the religious community to consider these traits closely.Robert P. Jones, the President of the Public Religion Research Institute, discusses how Kamala Harris's diverse background is...2024-10-2341 min
MediaMaker SpotlightThe Magic Makers: A Conversation with a VFX ProducerHost Tara Jabbari talks all about visual effects with Leah Orsini, a VFX Producer with over 20 years of experience. Leah shares how she started in production and moved to be a VFX Producer, and talks about projects she worked on such as The Gilded Age, Blindspot, Mr. Robot, Falling Skies, and Split, among others. You’ll learn about the difference between special effects and visual effects, how much the profession has changed due to technology enhancements, the growth of diversity on set and behind the scenes, and much more. Leah Orsini’s IMDb: https://www.imdb...2024-10-1420 minOne Country Project's Hot DishHearing Rural Voices: How Deep Canvassing Can Change PoliticsWelcome back to another thought-provoking episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes. Today, we are honored to host two incredibly insightful guests who will illuminate the challenges and triumphs within their respective spheres.George Goehl joins us to share his profound work on rural organizing groups and debunks stereotypes with his podcast, "To See Each Other." Listeners will gain insights into the realities of life in rural communities and the importance of deep canvassing and community conversations, as advocated by his organization, Addition. George emphasizes th...2024-10-0932 min
MediaMaker SpotlightLessons in Filmmaking with What Went Wrong PodcastThe What Went Wrong podcast series brings you behind-the-scenes of films from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters to shed a light on what it really takes to make a film. The show’s hosts, Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer speak with Tara Jabbari about what they learned about what it really takes to make a film, why James Cameron punched his diver in the face, the long road to get the voice of Shrek, and other fun anecdotes. They also discuss how important it is to have more people of color and female-led films and wh...2024-09-1541 min
MediaMaker SpotlightHost Special: Renaming, Recasting, RebrandingIn this special all-host episode, we are thrilled to debut our new podcast name, MediaMaker Spotlight! During their conversation, hosts Sandra Abrams, Candice Bloch, and Tara Jabbari explain the story behind our rebranding and how making the announcement inspired us to chat about some memorable Hollywood renames and recasts in television shows and films. Tune-in to learn more about our big news and hear some fun facts and industry trivia about other projects that have made changes!#recasting #renaming #newname #newlook #witcher #harleyquinn #marvel #harrypotter #spiderman #bewitched #prettywoman #seinfeld #friends #film #television #mediaproduction*O...2024-08-1843 minOne Country Project's Hot DishDemocrats Takeover Chicago: Inside Look at the 2024 DNCWelcome back to another enlightening episode of The Hot Dish, where we explore the pulse of middle America and the issues that matter most to its people. In this episode, we're joined by two distinguished guests who provide an inside look at the upcoming Democratic National Convention and the crucial role delegates play.Sarah Godlewski, the Secretary of State of Wisconsin and a DNC delegate, shares her personal journey and the vital responsibilities delegates have in shaping the party's future. We also hear from Alex Hornbrook, the Executive Director of the Democratic National Convention Committee, who...2024-08-1428 minOne Country Project's Hot DishNavigating the 2024 Election ShiftsWelcome to another exciting episode of The Hot Dish, comfort food for middle America. We've lined up an engaging and insightful discussion of the latest political shifts for the 2024 Election. We chat with Democratic political strategist and blogger, Simon Rosenberg. In this episode, we'll dive into his unique perspective on the evolving political landscape and his insights on the recent election news involving Biden, Harris, and Trump. Simon will share his thoughts on these developments and discuss practical solutions for the challenges faced by rural America.We also have a special update from the Crossroads A...2024-07-3136 min
MediaMaker SpotlightAddressing Representation & Belonging With Molly McGlynnIn this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits with writer and director Molly McGlynn to talk about her new film, “Fitting In.” The comedic coming-of-age drama, starring Maddie Ziegler and Emily Hampshire, is a semi-autobiographical story about Molly’s journey with MRKH Syndrome. Molly shares the challenges but also the support she had while sharing such a personal story on a reproductive condition. They also talk about the responses the film has gotten since its release, the importance of representation, plus what it’s like to direct your own material versus being a guest director on established television shows.2024-07-2128 min
THE JEREMIAH PATTERSON SHOWHazel Scott: A Master of the Keys | Ep. 600Glamorous, talented, wealthy, and famous. She had it all. A top-selling female artist. She was the first black woman to host her own TV show, three decades before Oprah. She was featured in five Hollywood movies and could play by ear at three years old. This is the story of Hazel Scott, a black pianist and civil rights icon who was lost to history. Tara Jabbari Podcast- https://shows.acast.com/who-was-she-podcast U.S. Presidents- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uspresidents --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thejeremiahpattersonshow/message Support this podcast: https...2024-06-2320 min
THE JEREMIAH PATTERSON SHOWHazel Scott: A Master of the Keys | Ep. 600Glamorous, talented, wealthy, and famous. She had it all. A top-selling female artist. She was the first black woman to host her own TV show, three decades before Oprah. She was featured in five Hollywood movies and could play by ear at three years old. This is the story of Hazel Scott, a black pianist and civil rights icon who was lost to history.
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MediaMaker SpotlightDiscussing Film Portrayals with The Bechdel Cast PodcastIn this special double-host, double-guest episode, hosts Tara Jabbari and Candice Bloch sit down with Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus, the co-hosts of the popular podcast, The Bechdel Cast. The quartet of podcasters discuss The Bechdel Cast, a weekly podcast from iHeartRadio, that dives into the representation of women and other underrepresented groups in movies. The show gets its name and premise from the Bechdel-Wallace test which investigates whether or not a work includes at least two women conversing about a topic other than a man. The...2024-06-0946 min
BizhapsThat time when I started Unconventional Productivity with Tara JabbariTara handled an unexpected situation and came to my show to share valuable advice for entrepreneurs aiming to combine work and wanderlust. She uncovered her secret to success!2024-05-0107 min
MediaMaker Spotlight"Oscar Wars" Author Talks 94 Years of Golden MomentsIn this episode, Michael Schulman, author of "Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears'' sits down with host Tara Jabbari for a conversation about notable Oscars moments and their larger significance. Michael shares how voting works for the Academy Awards, and the two discuss how the famous ceremony is a lens into how Hollywood thinks. You’ll hear more about some notable chapters from the book (like when Gregory Peck was the President of the Academy, or when Harvey Weinstein played dirty in campaigning), history-making moments, and more! Learn more about Mic...2024-03-3131 min
The Jacked Up Review ShowOld School Spies Week: Homeland TV Show Chat with Tara Jabbari (Media & Monuments, Who Was She Podcast)Tara Jabbari (Media & Monuments, Who Was She Podcasts) returns to summarize the politics, brainwashed soldiers, gritty espionage & terrorist agendas present on the excellent TV show HOMELAND.
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MediaMaker SpotlightTwo Thumbs Up For Film Critics (Rerun)Thumbs up, thumbs down? Five stars (or are four stars the highest number?)! In this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with film critics to discuss how viewing films has changed over the last few years. When is it worth going to the movie theater? Where should we look to know what’s worth seeing? What’s the difference between Rotten Tomatoes versus Meta Critic? They dive into these topics as well as what goes into being a film critic. Our guests are: Ann Hornaday, who has been film critic at The Washin...2024-02-2557 min
The Trip Report#17: Marcus Capone: Psychedelic Access for VeteransWelcome back to The Trip Report Podcast, a production of Beckley Waves, a Psychedelic Venture Studio.Today, I am speaking with Marcus Capone, co-founder of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), a non-profit that seeks to create access to psychedelic medicine for veterans of the Armed Forces. He is also co-founder and CEO of Tara Mind, a public benefit corporation that is making psychedelic medicine a widely available employee benefit.Whenever you hear about federal programs, senate bills, or congressional initiatives for psychedelics, two things usually stand out: first, they are often bipartisan efforts—a r...2024-02-221h 15
You Must Be Thinking of Another Podcast247 - There Is No Seat BeltsKelsey hurt her back, Robert hurt his knee, we talk to our Podcast Movement friend Tara Jabbari.You can find Tara online here: https://about.me/tarajabbari/getstartedListen to her podcasts: https://mediaandmonuments.com/https://shows.acast.com/who-was-she-podcastFollow for more info: https://instagram.com/whowasshepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/tara_jabbari/https://twitter.com/tara_jabbari YMBToAP's WebsiteYMBToAP's RedbubbleOur theme song is "The Grim Reaper Blows the Hor...2024-02-121h 18
MediaMaker SpotlightAn In-Depth Focus on Cinematography (Rerun)Originally released on Oct. 8, 2023What is the difference between a cinematographer, camera operator, and director of photography? Has there been more gender diversity behind the scenes? What is the difference between filming on digital versus film? These questions and more are covered in this episode as host Tara Jabbari speaks with the award-winning South African cinematographer and camera operator, Pascale Neuschafer. To learn about Pascale’s work, visit: https://www.instagram.com/pascaleneuschafer/https://quickbrownfox.co.za/ To learn more about the International Collective of Female Cinematographers (ICFC), visit:https://www.ic...2024-01-2123 min
MediaMaker SpotlightShimmy Isaacs of Netflix South Africa's Unseen (Rerun)Originally released May 14, 2023In this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits down with actor Shimmy Isaacs on location in Cape Town, South Africa to talk about her Netflix hit crime thriller, Unseen. They discuss the show, Shimmy's acting journey in drama and comedy, her writing process, her time in the USA, and how the arts is a universal language.You can follow Shimmy for the latest on her work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shimmyisaacs/ or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shimmyisaacs/Watch Unseen on Netflix here.2023-12-3142 min
MediaMaker SpotlightHoliday Special: Christmas Movies and More (Rerun)Originally released on Dec. 18, 2022.Season two wraps up with this Holiday Special, where all three hosts – Candice Bloch, Sandra Abrams, and Tara Jabbari – discuss the mega genre of Christmas and holiday movies. The trio share fun facts, their personal opinions, and go over the results of Media & Monuments’ own holiday survey, which centered on movies related to “the most wonderful time of the year.” Here are a few highlights from the survey to get you into the holiday mood: Love Actually was voted favorite holiday rom-com, Miracle on 34th Street was voted favorite Santa-theme movie, and A Charlie Br...2023-12-2435 min
Animation KimmunicationEpisode 91: Parasocial Tendencies ft Tara Jabbari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-131h 27
MediaMaker SpotlightMaking Money & a Name with YouTuber EvasiveHost Tara Jabbari sits down with influencer Nikole Eva, aka Evasive on YouTube, for this episode. After studying film, gaining experience as an editor, and working towards being a comedy writer, Eva started her YouTube channel to get her name out there… and it has been working! Tara and Eva talk about the start of her YouTube channel, how to make money through the videos, copyright issues, the importance of engaging with comments to build your audience, and much more! Evasive YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUGZFAqUNtF_kJF80XOa5zQ For business in...2023-12-1031 min
MediaMaker SpotlightWhen Genres Collide - It’s a Wonderful KnifeHorror invades holiday in a genre mashup comedy! This episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with director Tyler MacIntyre about his new horror-comedy, It’s a Wonderful Knife. Described as “It’s a Wonderful Life by way of Scream,” they discuss how story elements of the classic holiday film were infused into this killer thriller. Starring Jane Widdop, Jess McLeod, Joel McHale, Katharine Isabelle, William B. Davis, and Justin Long, It’s a Wonderful Knife opened in theaters on November 10th, 2023. It will stream on Shudder at a later date.It’s a Wonderful Knife trailer: https://www...2023-11-1918 min
Random and Wonderful: Conversations about Travel Anxiety, Wellness, and Mindset ShiftsDigital Nomad DiariesToday's episode of the Random and Wonderful podcast features Tara Jabbari! Tara connects experts and entrepreneurs with digital solutions to grow their businesses with a focus on podcasting and social media strategies.
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MediaMaker SpotlightManaging Locations with Kelly StuartWhen it comes to creating a story, where that story is told is very important. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Kelly Stuart, a location manager for projects such as the award-winning film, Everything Everywhere All at Once, and television shows like True Blood, The Catch, and American Auto. In their conversation, Kelly talks about what her job entails, what she looks for in a location, how involved she is with other departments like safety and art, and what a person needs to be successful in a job like this. For more info o...2023-10-2924 min
MediaMaker SpotlightAn In-Depth Focus on CinematographyWhat is the difference between a cinematographer, camera operator, and director of photography? Has there been more gender diversity behind the scenes? What is the difference between filming on digital versus film? These questions and more are covered in this episode as host Tara Jabbari speaks with the award-winning South African cinematographer and camera operator, Pascale Neuschafer. To learn about Pascale’s work, visit: https://www.instagram.com/pascaleneuschafer/https://quickbrownfox.co.za/ To learn more about the International Collective of Female Cinematographers (ICFC), visit: https://www.icfcfilm.com/ ---2023-10-0823 min
MediaMaker SpotlightExploring the Lifestyle of Travel InfluencersIn this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with two online travel personalities, Gabby Marcellus of Remote Ear and Ashley McDonough from Melanin on the Map. They share their personal journeys, tips on how to make it as a travel influencer, and the importance of creating relatable, engaging content. You’ll learn about the bond between social media influencers and their audience, practical safety advice in the digital world, and much more!Learn more about Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_milani/Her travel business: https://www.instagram.com/melaninonthemap/ht...2023-09-2433 min
MediaMaker SpotlightGoing Viral with YouTuber and Coach, Chimdi IhezieThis episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with content creator and coach, Chimdi Ihezie. She shares tips that she uses to get her videos seen, how she deals with negative comments, how you can show your authenticity online - and why it matters to be authentic, plus much more! Chimdi’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTC1vsvogotg9sn2j8s0aZQ Chimdi’s Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingbychimdi/ Her Voice Notes From Your Friend Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/5l7wnmKN7Zq5r9Tchzdi...2023-09-1038 min
Sippin' with the ShannonsStay Away From TsunamisSend us a textOn this week's episode, we try to decide if Colleen would've liked having siblings or hated it. We quote Schitt's Creek for too long and then Colleen tells us about her Cape weekend and how her "cup runeth over" and Bridget has a note she wrote to the tooth fairy. Spoiler alert: she was a drama queen as a child. Then we get into the topic of the week... the 2004 INDIAN OCEAN EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI. And no, it's not like the Earthquake in Freaky Friday, unfortunately. Colleens tells us how it all happened...2023-09-061h 26MediaMaker SpotlightThe World of Music and Film Scores - RERUNIn any film, the music score is very important for setting the tone of the piece and supporting the story. Tara Jabbari speaks with Malakoff Kowalski, a Berlin-based musician and composer who has worked with filmmakers from Germany, Sweden, and the United States, to name a few. He shares his process, advice he has for directors on what they need to communicate with composers, and much more. Learn more about Malakoff: https://www.malakoffkowalski.de/His music on Spotify (Episode originally released 4/02/23)---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, pr...2023-07-1632 minMediaMaker SpotlightThe Journey of a Working Actor - RERUNIn this episode, Tara Jabbari speaks with Flora Mendoza, a singer and actor, turned political advisor and nomad. She shares her experience of getting her SAG card, being an extra for “Saturday Night Live,” finding agents, and more. Some websites that Flora recommends for extra work are:https://www.weistbarronryan.com/https://actorsaccess.com/Learn more about Flora here: http://floramendoza.com/ (Episode originally released on 4/16/23)---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media makers, creator resources, visual storytelling, and every aspect that brings film, televi...2023-07-0224 min
MediaMaker SpotlightShimmy Isaacs of Netflix South Africa's UnseenIn this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits down with actor Shimmy Isaacs on location in Cape Town, South Africa to talk about her Netflix hit crime thriller, Unseen. They discuss the show, Shimmy's acting journey in drama and comedy, her writing process, her time in the USA, and how the arts is a universal language.You can follow Shimmy for the latest on her work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shimmyisaacs/ or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shimmyisaacs/Watch Unseen on Netflix here.---Subscribe to learn mo...2023-05-1441 min
MediaMaker SpotlightThe Journey of a Working ActorIn this episode, Tara Jabbari speaks with Flora Mendoza, a singer and actor, turned political advisor and nomad. She shares her experience of getting her SAG card, being an extra for “Saturday Night Live,” finding agents, and more. Some websites that Flora recommends for extra work are: https://www.weistbarronryan.com/ https://actorsaccess.com/Learn more about Flora here: http://floramendoza.com/ ---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media makers, creator resources, visual storytelling, and every aspect that brings film, television, and video projects from concepts to our...2023-04-1623 min
MediaMaker SpotlightThe World of Music and Film ScoresIn any film, the music score is very important for setting the tone of the piece and supporting the story. Tara Jabbari speaks with Malakoff Kowalski, a Berlin-based musician and composer who has worked with filmmakers from Germany, Sweden, and the United States, to name a few. He shares his process, advice he has for directors on what they need to communicate with composers, and much more. Learn more about Malakoff: https://www.malakoffkowalski.de/ His music on Spotify ---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media ma...2023-04-0232 min
MediaMaker SpotlightThe Art of StoryboardingIn this episode, Tara Jabbari speaks with fellow podcaster and freelance storyboard artist & illustrator, Jim Penola. They talk about his start in his career working in short films, features, commercials, music videos, and documentaries. They also bond over how they got to know each other through his podcast, shared passions over the film, “The Invitation” and more. You can follow Jim here: https://www.instagram.com/jimpenola/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-penola-704536178/ https://twitter.com/jimpenola And his podcast that also featured the filmmakers and stars of the 20...2023-03-1233 min
MediaMaker SpotlightBlockbuster's Last StandIn our season 3 premiere episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Sandi Harding, the General Manager of the very last Blockbuster in the world located in Bend, Oregon. They talk about the history of Blockbuster, its influence, and how the community of Bend as well as fans have helped keep this Blockbuster open. Enjoy listening to the memories, the business side of managing Blockbuster, and Tara geeking out.You can learn more and order souvenirs from Blockbuster by visiting their website: https://bendblockbuster.com/---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media...2023-02-1923 minMediaMaker SpotlightThe Importance of JEDI: Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion - RERUNC. Marie Taylor is the founder and president of Equity Through Action, a consulting company that helps organizations create equitable practices, policies, and mind shifts. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari talks with C. Marie about inclusion and diversity, films that have caused controversy, and the practice of examining the diversity in your own life. They discuss how people - from behind the scenes to the audience - need to see the humanity of each character, regardless of how they look, in order to understand the universal themes in stories. Learn more about Equity Through A...2023-01-2930 min
The Jacked Up Review ShowS7E07- Ramin Djawadi's memorable music composition (with Tara Jabbari)Another noteworthy yet dynamite music composer of the big and small screen, Tara Jabbari (Who Was She history podcast) returns once again for another dissect of a pop culture entertainer. What is his best soundtrack for TV versus his best TV show theme? What is it about his movie material that allows him to bring his own flavor to it? Is he more intense or more emotional in his tone and mood that he sets up? And more fun facts about a giant great who should get more style points!
2023-01-1241 minMediaMaker SpotlightA Montage of Memories From an Editing Career - RERUNKen Zemke is an Emmy-award winning film and television editor whose career spans over 50 years, working all over the world. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits down with him to talk about his career - from his mentor, Michael Kahn (the editor that Steven Spielberg works with), to his work as supervising editor overseeing a young Martin Scorsese’s edit for an Elvis music documentary, to why he left the States for New Zealand. They discuss the differences between editing films versus documentaries, television versus feature films, and much more. Ken’s most...2023-01-0829 min
MediaMaker SpotlightHoliday Special: Christmas Movies and MoreSeason two wraps up with this Holiday Special, where all three hosts – Candice Bloch, Sandra Abrams, and Tara Jabbari – discuss the mega genre of Christmas and holiday movies. The trio share fun facts, their personal opinions, and go over the results of Media & Monuments’ own holiday survey, which centered on movies related to “the most wonderful time of the year.” Here are a few highlights from the survey to get you into the holiday mood: Love Actually was voted favorite holiday rom-com, Miracle on 34th Street was voted favorite Santa-theme movie, and A Charlie Brown Christmas was the winner in the ani...2022-12-1835 min
MediaMaker SpotlightProfiling a German FilmmakerSaralisa Volm is a German actress and filmmaker. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Saralisa about her start in the film industry and how different countries have reacted and could relate to her new film, “The Silent Forest.” They also discuss the importance of diversity in writers rooms and on-sets, as well as how to be respectful of those who wish not to be the focal point. To learn more and connect:Saralisa’s production company, Poison: https://poison-berlin.com/en/Connect with Saralisa: https://www.instagram.com/saralisavolm/Her film “The Sile...2022-11-2726 minThe Jacked Up Review ShowS6E56- Thanksgiving Special: Ray Donovan's R-Rated Family Drama (with One More Round's Katie Geilenkirchen, Who Was She's Tara Jabbari & Binge Boys' Hal Rudnick!)A dynamite show that's the proper "family" theme for the Thanksgiving holiday season. We're reunited with historical researcher Tara Jabbari and bring on fellow podcasters Katie Geilenkirchen and Hal Rudnick too!
Is this show much like Power and Yellowstone series where it has disturbed too many critics and speaks too many truths about society to where even the award shows are scared to give it any accolades?
Why is Ray such a hypocritical prick at times? Is this too much of a guy's fantasy at times (if not a Grand Theft Auto styled dramatic reenactment...2022-11-251h 15
MediaMaker SpotlightThe Importance of JEDI: Justice, Equity, Diversity, InclusionC. Marie Taylor is the founder and president of Equity Through Action, a consulting company that helps organizations create equitable practices, policies, and mind shifts. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari talks with C. Marie about inclusion and diversity, films that have caused controversy, and the practice of examining the diversity in your own life. They discuss how people - from behind the scenes to the audience - need to see the humanity of each character, regardless of how they look, in order to understand the universal themes in stories. Learn more about Equity Through A...2022-11-1329 min
Pop Culture Makes Me JealousReese WitherspoonReese Witherspoon first hit the silver screen in the film Man on the Moon in 1991 and since then she has taken more than Hollywood by storm. In this episode host, Julia Washington and guest Tara Jabbari discuss the career and reach of Reese Witherspoon. Ads: Become an Ad Sponsor Book Club Best Friend's Club2022-11-091h 21
MediaMaker SpotlightHalloween Special: Our Hosts Talk Horror & HalloweenIn this special episode, all three of our hosts, Sandra Abrams, Candice Bloch, and Tara Jabbari sit down together to discuss films that are all horror and Halloween! Listen as they share personal stories of watching horror films, their thoughts on some of the most notable horror films, and results from our survey. At the end of the episode, we give shout-outs to those who took the survey. These are the lists that we referred to in our discussion: The Best Horror Movies Of The Last Decadehttps://www.looper.com/176791/the-best-horror-movies-of-the-last-decade/2022-10-3055 min
MediaMaker SpotlightA Montage of Memories From an Editing CareerKen Zemke is an Emmy-award winning film and television editor whose career spans over 50 years, working all over the world. In this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits down with him to talk about his career - from his mentor, Michael Kahn (the editor that Steven Spielberg works with), to his work as supervising editor overseeing a young Martin Scorsese’s edit for an Elvis music documentary, to why he left the States for New Zealand. They discuss the differences between editing films versus documentaries, television versus feature films, and much more. Ken’s most...2022-09-2529 min
MediaMaker SpotlightThe WIFV DC Mentorship ProgramIn this first episode of season two, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Dylan Graves Barbeta-Comstock, a WIFV Board Member and the Founder and Chair of the WIFV DC Mentorship Program. Dylan and Tara (also a member of the Mentorship Committee) talk about the creation of the program’s curriculum, its application process, how mentors impacted Dylan’s career, the true value of mentorship, and more. To learn more or apply to WIFV’s Mentorship Program, contact mentorship@wifv.orgor visit: https://www.wifv.org/mentorship/To learn more about Dylan’s company...2022-09-0421 minMediaMaker SpotlightProducer's Pick: Steve Selects Episode #16In the break between seasons, show producers recommend a past episode to check out. This week, our audio producer Steve Lack recommends Episode #16 - New to Netflix: Martha, Watergate, and the "G" Word - which highlighted two Netflix projects, including The Martha Mitchell Effect.Full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1928222/10854359Show page: https://www.wifv.org/podcast/Released on June 26, 2022, the original show notes are:In this episode, we get the scoop on two new documentaries on Netflix. In part one, host Sandra Abrams chats with the t...2022-07-2404 minMediaMaker SpotlightProducer's Pick: Tara Chooses Episode #3In the break between seasons, show producers recommend a past episode to check out. This week, Tara Jabbari recommends Episode #3 which was about Oscar's History with the Ladies.Full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1928222/10279682Show page: https://www.wifv.org/podcast/Released on March 20, 2022, the original show notes are:Ahead of the 94th Academy Awards on March 27, 2022, host Sandra Abrams sits down with two amazing women to discuss Oscar’s history on nominations of women in non-actor categories. Our guests are Dr. Rosanne Welch, Executive Director of th...2022-07-1703 minMediaMaker SpotlightNew to Netflix: Martha, Watergate, and The “G” WordIn this episode, we get the scoop on two new documentaries on Netflix. In part one, host Sandra Abrams chats with the two filmmakers behind “The Martha Mitchell Effect.” Using archival footage and interviews, it shows how Martha Mitchell paid a personal price for calling the press as her husband helped President Nixon cover-up a political crime, known as the Watergate Scandal. In part two, host Tara Jabbari speaks with Adam Conover about another Netflix documentary, “The G Word.” His six-part comedic docu-series looks at how the U.S. government actually works, its...2022-06-2634 minMediaMaker SpotlightTwo Thumbs Up For Film CriticsThumbs up, thumbs down? Five stars (or are four stars the highest number?)! In this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with film critics to discuss how viewing films has changed over the last few years. When is it worth going to the movie theater? Where should we look to know what’s worth seeing? What’s the difference between Rotten Tomatoes versus Meta Critic? They dive into these topics as well as what goes into being a film critic. Our guests are: Ann Hornaday, who has been film critic at The Washingto...2022-06-1257 min
Story of My Pet: Tales of Animal Rescue, Fostering & AdoptionAll About Cats! Fluffy, Shiva the Diva, & ZeusSend us a textIn Episode 2 of The Story of My Pet Podcast I welcomed guest Tara Jabbari, a digital media consultant and podcast producer. She connects experts and entrepreneurs with podcasters to promote and educate listeners across the globe through their engaging conversations. She also helps with her clients digital presence through social media marketing. You can also find and follow Tara on Instagram @tara_jabbariTara also has an autobiographical podcast called Who was she? Check out season 2 now!Tara told us stories about her three amazing cats, Fluffy, Shiva the...2022-05-1758 minMediaMaker SpotlightOn Location in Rome - Profiling an Italian FilmmakerEnjoy an international perspective in this episode as co-producer, Tara Jabbari speaks with filmmaker Alberto Gelpi at a café in Rome, Italy. They talk about his journey from graphic designer to assistant editor to director. Alberto also shares lessons he’s learned from his mentor, his favorite part of filmmaking, thoughts on subtitles versus dubbing, and why he considers himself a “visual emotional storyteller.”You can learn more about Alberto and his work at: https://www.albertogelpi.com/ ---Subscribe to learn more about filmmaking, production, media makers, creator resource...2022-05-0115 min
Supergirl's AtticDrunk HerstoryEpisode 94: Re-enter the Attic with a Comedy Central-style retelling of Supergirl Seasons 1-6 with our guest, Tara of the Who Was She podcast, who has never seen the show. Come for the phantoms, stay for the spirits with our drinking game, challenges, and confessions.Find Tara Jabbari on Instagram and Twitter at @tara_jabbari and via about.me/tarajabbari. Check out the Who Was She podcast at shows.acast.com/who-was-she-podcast and on Instagram at @whowasshepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-03-311h 26
MediaMaker SpotlightWhat Is WIFV DC?In our first episode, board member Tara Jabbari interviews WIFV President Sara Barger about how and why she got involved in this amazing organization that serves members of the media community in the DMV – a region rich with creators and historical monuments, alike. Highlights include grants, programs, and members’ list-serve benefits. Part two of the episode is an interview with the Film Club group and how anyone can participate. You can learn more on the WIFV website at: https://www.wifv.org/About ScriptDC: https://www.wifv.org/script-dc/ For the latest on even...2022-03-0121 min
A Bahá'í PerspectiveA Bahá'í Perspective: Tara JabbariFor over 10 years Tara has worked in all aspects of digital media, from videos, social media to podcasting. Working as a podcast producer, she has connected experts and entrepreneurs with podcasters to promote and educate listeners across the globe. In her work she has told the stories of people escaping persecution and violence, inventors and entrepreneurs in the east and the west, and the influence of youth working on community building all over the world. One of the podcasts she worked on is called href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg26v5XZmMoCpQtWZWFLkJ-jPj9WQotN8" target="_blank"Baha'i On Air...2022-02-2656 min
Who Was She?Bonus episode! BTS on ZaynabWe are back with a conversation with host Tara and her friend, Angie. Learn how this podcast season came about, the challenges, the creative process, and hear a sneak preview of who the next couple of seasons will be about! Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-01-2526 min
Who Was She?Their LegacyWelcome to Who was she? Podcast. I am your host, Tara Jabbari. Who was she? Podcast will focus on the stories of women throughout history that were active in the Baha’i Faith. This season is about Zaynab. She was a 19th-century village girl from Persia in the early history of the Bahai Faith and fought for religious freedom. The following books were used to learn more about the siege of Zanjan: The Dawn-Breakers: Nabíl's NarrativeGod Passes By written by Shoghi Effendi The Divine Curriculu...2022-01-1806 min
Who Was She?The Battle BeginsWho was she? Podcast will focus on the stories of women throughout history that were active in the Baha’i Faith. This season is about Zaynab. She was a 19th century village girl from Persia, now Iran in the early history of the Bahai Faith who fought for religious freedom. You can also find more information on our Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest @whowasshe podcast. Music was composed and performed by Sam Redd. Script editor and graphics are by Angela Musacchio. I am your host, Tara Jabbari. Join us as we begin our journey about Zaynab. ...2022-01-1106 min
Who Was She?Who are the Bab and Hujjat?Transcript: Welcome to Who was she? Podcast. I am your host, Tara Jabbari. After a decade working in documentaries, marketing and all things digital media, I found that podcasting is a strong medium to share stories. After years of producing for others, I decided to start my own biographical podcast. Who was she? Podcast will focus on the stories of women throughout history that were active in the Baha’i Faith. This season is about Zaynab, a 19th century village girl from Iran who fought for religious freedom. There is little information know...2022-01-0404 min
Who Was She?Trailer for Season 2: ZaynabFull Transcript: Who was she? Podcast will focus on the stories of women throughout history that were active in the Baha’i Faith. This season is about Zaynab. She was a 19th-century village girl from Persia, now Iran in the early history of the Bahai Faith who fought for religious freedom. There is little information known about Zaynab but her bravery and sacrifice inspired many to follow in her footsteps.When a new faith began in 1844 in present-day Iran, there were many attempts to end it. We will learn about the...2021-12-2102 min
The Not So Bad Bachelor Pad29- We Love We with Tara JabariBefore we talk about today's episode, we here at the Not So Bad Bachelor Pad, wanted to let you know about all of the new things coming to you. Starting this week our Patreon will launch, and we will be starting a new mini series "Couldn't Be Me", where we have polls based on the two sides of the topics we discuss and I want to see whose side you choose. So after this episode head on over and join our Patreon fam!!
Joining us in the bachelor pad today is Tara Jabari, who is another long...2021-10-1745 min
The Jacked Up Review ShowS4E62- Angelina Jolie (with Tara Jabbari & Jon Mark)Who Was She's host Tara and The Action Elite's Jon help me highlight Angie's best roles as an actress and behind-the-scenes as a director (when she's not being a famous Hollywood parent!). Why does she strangely appeal to many audiences? Why were losers like the Razzies going out of their way to pick on her? And why is her unpredictable nature of the projects she picks so intriguing at times?
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The Game of Nerds PodcastA Super Chat with Supergirl's AtticLady and Gents, I apologize for the podcast getting a little off schedule this summer. The world's been crazy, life's been crazy, and Mz. Marvel is still breaking microphones. I first want to give a massive shout-out to Jared White for editing this episode of the podcast for us!
Now The Game of Nerds might not have regular Supergirl coverage like it did when the series first ran, but we recently made friends with a Supergirl podcast that's been helping us fill that void. Supergirl's Attic Podcast was introduced to us by our very own Fandom Science nerd, Tara Jabbari. Vv and...2021-08-211h 12
Filmmaker's StoriesTara Jabbari, Digital Media consultant and ProducerThis Episode’s Guest - Tara Jabbari. Tara is a digital media producer and consultant based in Washington DC. This episode focuses on: Understanding the concept of ‘parasocial relationships’. Issues surrounding fandoms. The positive and negative effects of social media. Dissecting the extreme parasocial in music videos. Exploring how producers can ensure their films can be perceived in the right way. Tips on engaging with audiences and the common features that help to build a fandom.You can find Tara Jabbari on - Instagram: @tara_jabbari Twitter: @tara_jabbari*** We Need...2021-08-1627 min
The Chaos-CastSpecial Ep: The Daughter of Esperanto ft. Tara JabbariSpecial Guest Tara Jabbari from WhoWasShePodcast joins us to discuss Lidia Zamenhof, the leader of the Esperanto language movement during the 1930s and 40s. Meanwhile, Ellen tells Sam and Tara about hikikomori and the Japan's department of loneliness. And Sam is just here for the ride.2021-07-271h 24
It’s a Fandom ThingInterview with Tara JabbariIn this special episode, Erin interviews Tara Jabbari about parasocial relationships and how they have changed in the age of social media. We also talk about what we do when our favorites turn out to be horrible people, discuss how we really can make an impact in the world, and play a quick game of F/M/K in honor of Bed, Wed, or Behead.If you want to hear the unedited interview, head on over to our YouTube page.Be sure to check out Tara's podcast at: https://shows.acast.com/who-was-she-podcast...2021-07-142h 13