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Daddy Dailies are conversations with industry professionals that tell you how they achieved their success, so you can be better armed to succeed in the entertainment industry. Presented by Not Your Daddy's Films, a social impact organization dedicated to educating and empowering women and nonbinary filmmakers.
Follow: Daddy Dailies & your hosts Vika Stubblebine, Carlye Tamaren, Katherine Hughes, Nicole Lipp & Kourtney Bell
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Nora Garrett's debut feature script, AFTER THE HUNT, directed by Oscar-nominated Luca Guadagnino is currently in theaters. But Nora is anything but an overnight success. In our premiere episode of season 2, we talk philosophy, being broke in Hollywood, being an assistant to the stars and her writing process. INSIDE THE EPISODE: Tim Neenan Writing Classes Lily King "Writers & Lovers"James Clear "Atomic Habits"Original Cast Album Company - Documentary on HBOMax Stella Adler - The Art of Acting Minnie and Moskowitz Ed Solomon
For our final episode of season one, we invite our first ~token man~ onto the show! We think everyone will benefit from Elric Kane's candid advice and experience in the film industry. Elric is the Director of ‘The Dead Thing’ an indie horror feature film which premiered at the Fantasia Film Festival in 2024 and was released on IFC/ SHUDDER in 2025. Kane co-produced the 2024 film ‘No more Time’ for director Dalila Droege and was an Associate producer on the SXSW film ‘The Frontier.’ He is an active voice in the film podcasting world with his PURE CINEMA podcast -- the official podcast of Quentin Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema & COLORS OF THE DARK, the Official podcast for the long running Horror magazine FANGORIA. Prior to his work in America, Kane co-directed Indie features in New Zealand including MURMURS & KISSY KISSY that played at the New Zealand International Film Festival. Elric was also the Chair of Film and Digital Content at the Studio School / Hussian College for 6 years and has an MFA in Filmmaking from SCAD. Here's a link to Elric's horror recommendations created by women on Letterboxd
Calling all cool East Coasters! Raw Daisies is a NJ/NY-based production company turning the tradition of how films are funded, exhibited and distributed - on its head. In today's episode we talk with co-founder Katie Elle Weinstein who shares how Raw Daisies was created, the ethos behind the company and the 2nd annual SummerFest happening... right now!Raw Daisies host seemingly random community events anchored around themes like political education, music and concerts, speed dating and Pride Night - to attract community members and inspire them to donate money to produce films and shorts that screen at next year's events.In this episode:Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears - By Michael SchulmanI Like to Watch - By Emily Nussbaum Vogue Business article Sing Sing Profit Sharing Model
You may recognizer her as the AT&T spokesperson, Lily Adams but did you know she also directs some of those commercials too? Milana Vayntrub's career path has been a journey of balancing acting and directing, and sometimes getting to do both at the same time. Hear her experience getting her film produced, directing herself, and what's next for her!We screened her semi-autobiographical short film Pickled Herring at a Not Your Daddy's event, and now you can watch it on Omleto!Milana's first commercial for Cracker Barrel is still viewable on her reel. Check out more of her work HERE: https://hungryman.com/directors/milana-vayntrubMilana talks about having her human design read, and you can do the same here. https://human.design/We highly recommend going to see a show at the Old Globe if you're journeying to San Diego. Check out their current season here: https://www.theoldglobe.org/Milana and her friend Stevie created the web-series that launched their careers, and you can view that HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1h9FC1DtvrYFollow @mintmilanaFollow @daddydailiespod
These are the artists and crafts-women who make it happen. A conversation with masters of their craft on the sets of your favorite TV shows and movies! Hear from experienced professionals on how they bring movies to life through their craft. Whether you're a technician, filmmaker or aspiring director, this episode is perfect for anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes magic of filmmaking. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to gain insights and inspiration from the daddys themselves. See you there!Moira Frazier - Hair Stylist (Dept. Head Abbot Elementary)Veronica Bouza - Cinematographer (The Gutter SXSW 2024, Grassland)Logan Davis - Intimacy Coordinator (IDC certified)Kelsey Myers - Editor (Never Have I Ever, The Sex Lives of College Girls)Tangelene Bolton - Composer (Awkwafina is Nora from Queens, Warrior Nun)Gabrielle Giarrusso - Costumer (The Fabelmans, Curb Your Enthusiasm)
This one is from the vault! in 2024 we hosted a panel with the folks who make it all happen - from the page to the final product. This panel includes writer/producer/showrunner Jennifer Schuur (MY BRILLIANT FRIEND), Casting Director Tamara-Lee Notcutt (THE BUCCANEERS), Agent Davina Hefflin & producer Aubrey Bendix (TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE; XO KITTY). These women get specific about their role in the process of bringing your favorite shows and moves to life, and are honest about the challenges they've faced along the way. Follow Daddy DailiesFollow Vika StubblebineGet more Daddy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/NYDFilms
This week on Daddy Dailies, Koko talks with Bosede Williams about her journey from Script Supervisor to television Director (Doom Patrol, Alaska Daily, Designated Survivor, Manifest). Bosede believes in practicing your craft at all times — so don’t wait for someone to give you an opportunity, go out there with your camera and make something. available now, wherever you listen to podcasts!
In this special collab episode, Daddy Dailies and Angle on Producers join forces to talk community building, chosen collaborators and "what is a producer, really??". Carolina Groppa is a Producer behind the 2017 Emmy nominated feature documentary AUTISM IN LOVE, the documentary THE HONORABLE: SHYNE, and the narrative feature HONK FOR JESUS, SAVE YOUR SOUL (among others) . She also served as the Executive in Charge of Production at Issa Rae's Hoorae Media and Color Collective. She interviews producers and industry hit-makers weekly on her podcast, Angle on Producers.CHECK OUT Carolina's conversation with Mark Ankler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EybbL_Db9_I&t=5sand follow ANGLE ON PRODUCERS on Instagram , Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Join us for all things Daddy on our Patreon, where just $5 helps us continue to empower and educate women and nonbinary filmmakers.
We're back! Did you miss us? In part 2 of HOSTS IN THE HOT SEAT we learn how Katherine went from successful actor to successful director, with multiple projects in development, and how Vika went from romcom-musical-theater-girlie to cop drama writer. They discuss the importance of mentorship for young women and nonbinary filmmakers and the art that inspires them most.Join us on Patreon to support women and nonbinary filmmakers!!Follow Daddy DailiesFollow Vika StubblebineFollow Katherine HughesFollow Nicole LippFollow Carlye Tamaren
You've heard from the daddy hosts all season, and now it's your chance to really get to know them. In a special two-part series, the daddys are in the hot seat!Hear how Kourtney discovered her skills naturally suited directing, how Nicole got her first music video directing opportunity and how Carlye starts every project with the sound first.Follow Daddy DailiesFollow Kourtney BellFollow Nicole LippFollow Carlye Tamaren
Veronica Bouza is a Director of Photography whose work spans narrative, commercial, and documentary. In this episode we discuss how she discovered her love for cinematography and developed her expertise and collaborative style. Veronica shares her experience at the American Film Institute, how she's developed relationships in entertainment, and the way she collaborated with directors Isaiah & Yassir Lester on the 2024 sports comedy THE GUTTER starring Shameik Moore (Spider-Verse) and Susan Sarandon. Veronica was named American Cinematographer's 2022 Rising Stars of Cinematography. Follow Veronica's work: https://www.veronicabouza.com/Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow Katherine HughesFollow: Vika Stubblebine
In March, Not Your Daddy's Films collaborated with Antigravity Academy (the production company behind Didi & more) on a panel discussion to help creatives understand and excel at the development process. We get into the nitty gritty on pitching, making your project stand out, financing, industry hurdles, and how to make your short films work for you. Panelist include Valerie Bush (Antigravity Academy), Holly Stanton (Antigravity Academy), Christina Chou (CAA) & Rayka Zehtabchi (writer/director).
Nicole Tossou is a graduate of Fordham University, who worked her way up from being a page at NBC to becoming Executive VP at Project X Entertainment, the production company behind some of your favorites like The Night Agent, Scream 6 and Abigail. If you’ve ever wanted to know how production companies pick their slate, what a ‘mandate’ is, or how you could become a producer, this episode is for you!For more insights into this conversation and a deeper dive on filmmaking join the Not Your Daddy's Films community on Patreon!Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow: Project X EntertainmentFollow: Kourtney BellFollow: Nicole Lipp
Alina Bock is undeniably funny. She made a name for herself as a comedian-to-watch on TikTok, and has parlayed that fame into a sold-out comedy tour, and roles in films like MAGIC CARPET RIDES, MARK, MARY & EVERYONE WE KNOW & the hit YouTube series BAD BOY. This week on Daddy Dailies we discuss her truly unique path to comedy, which involves being a pop-star (with gold &platinum records!!), going broke, and working her butt off to move to America and pursue comedy. Alina’s openness and dedication to her craft will leave you feeling motivated and inspired. ALINA BOCK ON TOUR See Alina in LONDON 12/13Follow Daddy Dailies Follow Vika StubblebineJoin us on Patreon for more fun!
Anne Hollister made her broadway debut in the critically acclaimed AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY, and has over 15 years experience as a producer, writer, and actor. Her script THE HOUSE SITTER (2023 Black List Labs) is currently securing financing. She is developing a feature with Pretty Matches and has appeared in film (CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME?), and TV (SUPERGIRL). She's an alumnus of LaGuardia Arts High School, Northwestern University, and the School at Steppenwolf. She is now is a Producer and Executive at HappyBad Bungalow.For more insights into this conversation and a deeper dive on filmmaking join the Not Your Daddy's Films community on Patreon!Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow: Anne Hollister Check out Happy Bad BungalowFollow: Vika StubblebineFollow: Nicole Lipp
Yangzom Brauen is an award winning Film and TV Director. Her short film "Born in Battle" about child soldiers received the well known CICT-UNESCO Enrico Fulchignoni Award as well as the UNESCO Gandhi Medal. After the screening of the film 2018 in a Los Angeles movie theater she got instantly offered her first TV directing gig for "NCIS LA" and she’s gone on to direct shows like FBI, 9-1-1, the Emmy-winning MATLOCK, DEATH & OTHER DETAILS & AMERICAN HORROR STORIES. Yangzom is active and vocal in the Tibetan Freedom movement and in 2009 she wrote her first book “Across Many Mountains”, which became an instant European Bestseller. Her feature-length documentary MOLA: A TIBETAN TALE OF LOVE AND LOSS premiered at SXSW 2025. MOLA follows Kunsang Wangmo, or “Mola” a Tibetan nun exiled from her homeland in 1959 to escape the Chinese occupation. Now 100 years old, Mola has decided her last wish is to die in Tibet.For more insights into this conversation and a deeper dive on filmmaking join the Not Your Daddy's Films community on Patreon!Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow: Yangzom BrauenFollow: Vika Stubblebine
Alex Burunova's SATISFACTION premiered at SXSW 2025 to rave reviews. The film screened at American Cinematheque in Los Angeles as part of the Women Wednesdays series, after which Carlye interviewed Alex about her path to directing, and the 10-year process of making her debut feature film. For more insights into this conversation and a deeper dive on filmmaking join the Not Your Daddy's Films community on Patreon! Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow: Alex BurunovaFollow: Carlye TamarenFollow: American Cinematheque
I Love You Forever is a 2024 American comedy drama film written and directed by Cazzie David and Elisa Kalani and starring Sofia Black-D'Elia, Ray Nicholson and Cazzie David. Earlier this year, Not Your Daddy's Films hosted a screening and Q&A with the film's directors and producer Diablo Cody (Juno, Jennifer's Body) about their collaboration and the process of making their debut feature film. Follow: Daddy DailiesFollow: Cazzie David & Elisa Kalani Follow: Nicole Lipp
In February 2025, Not Your Daddy's Films hosted a panel in Los Angeles with TV writers Brittani Nichols (Abbott Elementary), Shantira Jackson (Big Mouth), Karen Joseph Adcock (The Bear) & Raven Jackson (Surface; All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt). Kourtney talks with our panelists about how they became TV writers, what it is like to work on shows with a dedicated fanbase, and when they knew they'd 'made it' in Hollywood.Follow: Daddy Dailies Host: Kourtney BellGuests: Brittani Nichols, Shantira Jackson,Karen Joseph Adcock, Raven Jackson
Katherine and Kourtney sit down with Zoe Cassavetes to talk about coming up in the 90s, making “Broken English”, “Day Out of Days” and directing shows like The Summer I Turned Pretty, Sex Lives of College Girls, Emily In Paris & more!For a more in depth look at what we discuss join the daddys on Patreon!Follow Daddy DailiesFollow Katherine HughesFollow Kourtney Bell
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