Kat Coiro on You, Me & Tuscany & the Return of the Rom-Com | Women in Entertainment Podcast

What happens when a director sets out to make a rom-com that feels joyful, cinematic, and genuinely hopeful again? In this episode of Women in Entertainment, Kat Coiro sits down with Renee Rossi and Jocelyn Westerhold to talk about directing You, Me & Tuscany and why she was drawn to a love story that puts joy front and center. She shares how the film channels the spirit of classic romantic comedies, why Anna’s messy, heartfelt journey felt so important to bring to life, and why Halle Bailey was the only person she ever imagined in the role. Kat also opens up about the creative energy behind her wider career, from collaborating with Will Packer to directing standout projects like Girls5Eva and Matlock. Along the way, she reflects on working with powerhouse talents including Tina Fey and Kathy Bates, the importance of creating space for actors to play, and the through line that connects her work across genres: complex, surprising characters, especially for women. Most of all, this is a conversation about making art with courage. Kat shares honest advice for emerging filmmakers on learning every corner of the craft, making mistakes, and staying open to the fear that often signals meaningful creative growth. Listen to learn: - Why Kat wanted You, Me & Tuscany to feel like a return to classic rom-com joy - What made Halle Bailey essential to the role of Anna - How Kat balances meticulous preparation with improvisation on set - What she learned from collaborating with Tina Fey, Will Packer, and Kathy Bates - Her best advice for aspiring directors, producers, and storytellers The Women in Entertainment Podcast presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television, to media and gaming, and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation, and beyond. Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ... Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. Listen on Audible: ⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a85.. #KatCoiro #YouMeAndTuscany #WomenInEntertainment #HalleBailey #WillPacker #Girls5Eva #Matlock #KathyBates #TinaFey #RomCom #Directing #Filmmaking #WomenDirectors #Podcast #EntertainmentIndustry