Hold For Focus

In this episode Zoe and Annelise chat about their search for creative energy, how they're breaking into the film scene in New York City, and the complicated territory that comes with working with your friend... and even, your best friend. This is Hold For Focus! A podcast where we chat with emerging filmmakers, actors, and artists to learn about the different paths people take to “make it” in the industry.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with the incomparable Malachi dré Beasley, because we had such a lovely conversation that we just couldn’t dream of condensing it down into one hour. Malachi is a Yale School of Drama alum who just after appearing in Kathryn Bigelow's A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE on Netflix, will be starring in the upcoming feature film FIGHT FOR '84 in the lead role opposite Jamie Foxx. Malachi continues to share his acting expertise and his unbelievable stories, and we put him to the test when we see how deeply he reeaally memorizes the lines for his films. And if you missed it, make sure check out part 1!This is Hold For Focus! A podcast where we chat with emerging filmmakers, actors, and artists to learn about the different paths people take to “make it” in the industry.

In this episode we talk with the brilliant shining star that is Malachi dre Beasley, a Yale School of Drama alum who hot off his role in House of Dynamite, will be starring in the upcoming feature film Fight for ‘84 as the lead across from Jamie Foxx. Malachi takes us through how he found his love for acting, the differences between the US Army and Yale School of Drama, and the similarities between student films and the Netflix features he’s been a part of.

In this episode, we sit down with Kari Hustad, a DP who isn’t afraid to call things as she sees them. She takes us through her ascension from PA through the camera department, how she maintains a semblance of work-life-balance, and gives us her piping hot takes. This is Hold For Focus! A podcast where we chat with emerging filmmakers, actors, and artists to learn about the different paths people take to “make it” in the industry.

Welcome to Hold For Focus — a podcast where we chat with emerging filmmakers, actors, and artists to learn about the different paths people take to “make it” in the industry.In this episode, we talk with Charlotte Polk, a hilarious comedy writer and performer. We get into her beef with stand-up, her ever-evolving journey in finding creative courage, and her newfound TikTok fame.

Hello hello! Join two best friends and young NYC-based filmmakers, Zoe and Annelise, as they chat it up with friends in the film, media, and arts industry!Dropping April 18, 2026 with new episodes every other Saturday!

Welcome to Hold For Focus -- a podcast where we chat with emerging filmmakers, actors, and artists to learn about the different paths people take to “make it” in the industry. In this episode, we chat with the talented Wynona Sophia Hall — a Production Manager at a major media company and a multifaceted actress. She takes us through her journey from Yale to the big Apple, what it's been like being on the corporate side of TV, and how she still manages to fit acting into her packed schedule.