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OffScript with Ruth & Mitch
by OffScript with Ruth & Mitch
A podcast that invites guests in music and film to discuss their careers and the intersection of entertainment and advocacy.
Episodes
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Representative Becca Balint and Nick Baxter
This episode features the wonderful Representative Becca Balint, representing the state of Vermont in Congress, and musician/producer/songwriter/sound engineer Nick Baxter.
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Representative Laura Friedman and Chris Aronson
This episode features two incredible guests – veteran film distribution executive Chris Aronson and Los Angeles-based Congresswoman Laura Friedman.
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Representative Erin Houchin and Chris Floyd
In the season premiere of OffScript Season 4, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Representative Erin Houchin and Co-COO of Amblin Chris Floyd!
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The OffScript Holiday Special
In this special holiday episode, Ruth and Mitch forego the usual insightful conversation and instead treat themselves to drinks while they reflect on the past year while looking ahead toward 2025. Of course, they do a bit of complaining about the holiday season as well.
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Representative Drew Ferguson and Mark Vahradian Pt. 4
In the final part of our conversation, Congressman Drew Ferguson tells us about the vibrant creative community in his home state of Georgia, and producer Mark Vahradian explains why the experience of meeting with lawmakers can offer insight to his fellow members of the creative community.
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Representative Drew Ferguson and Mark Vahradian Pt. 3
In Part Three, Congressman Drew Ferguson looks back fondly on his time in Congress as he approaches the end of his final term, and producer Mark Vahradian tells us about his latest projects he’s excited about.
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Representative Drew Ferguson and Mark Vahradian Pt. 2
In Part Two of our OffScript conversation, producer Mark Vahradian tells us about his first job in the film business, and Congressman Drew Ferguson compares his early work in local government to his work in the House of Representatives.
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Representative Drew Ferguson and Mark Vahradian Pt. 1
In this episode, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Congressional Creative Rights Caucus Co-Chair Representative Drew Ferguson and producer of the mega-hit Transformers franchise Mark Vahradian!
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Representative Judy Chu and Chris Gattelli Pt. 4
In the final part of our OffScript conversation, Representative Judy Chu tells us how creatives can make their voices heard in government, and Chris Gattelli explains why his fellow creatives should become their own advocates!
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Representative Judy Chu and Chris Gattelli Pt. 3
In Part Three of our OffScript conversation, Representative Judy Chu tells us about becoming the first Chinese American Woman elected to Congress, and Chris Gattelli details the experience of bringing a stage adaptation of Death Becomes Her to life!
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Representative Judy Chu and Chris Gattelli Pt. 2
In Part Two of our OffScript conversation, Chris Gattelli explains what inspired his love of theatre, while Representative Judy Chu tells us about her first political campaign for Mayor of Monterey Park
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Representative Judy Chu and Chris Gattelli Pt. 1
In this episode, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Congressional Creative Rights Caucus founder Representative Judy Chu and Tony Award®-winning choreographer and stage director Chris Gattelli!
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Senator Mazie Hirono and Joy Cretton Pt. 4
In the final part of our OffScript discussion with Senator Hirono and Joy Cretton, Senator Hirono tell us the issues she thinks creatives should pay attention to, and Joy talks about the enormous number of creatives it takes to costume a major film like Marvel’s “Shang-Chi.”
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Senator Mazie Hirono and Joy Cretton Pt. 3
In Part Three, costume designer Joy Cretton talks about her biggest influences and inspirations, and Senator Hirono explains why she stands up for creatives as co-chair of the Creative Rights Caucus.
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Senator Mazie Hirono and Joy Cretton Pt. 2
In Part Two, Senator Mazie Hirono discusses the most difficult campaign of her political career and Joy Cretton talks about the chaotic task of designing costumes for films and television series.
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Senator Mazie Hirono and Joy Cretton Pt. 1
In the latest episode of #OffScript, Ruth and Mitch are joined by two incredible guests from the state of #Hawaii, Senator Mazie Hirono and costume designer Joy Cretton!
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OffScript Fall Special
In this special episode of OffScript, Ruth and Mitch forego the usual conversations about art and policy, and compete in a hilarious game of “Truth or Lie” instead!
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Congressman Glenn Ivey and Alexandra Derbyshire Pt. 4
In the final part of our conversation, producer Alexandra Derbyshire and Congressman Glenn Ivey discuss the policies that affect creatives’ lives, and why people working in the creative industries should pay attention to politics!
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Congressman Glenn Ivey and Alexandra Derbyshire Pt. 3
In Part Three of our conversation, producer Alexandra Derbyshire explains what it was like to produce the hit blockbuster musical “Wonka,” and Congressman Glenn Ivey discusses his family’s personal connection to the arts!
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Congressman Glenn Ivey and Alexandra Derbyshire Pt. 2
In Part Two of our conversation with Congressman Glenn Ivey and producer Alexandra Derbyshire, our guests discuss the early challenges and surprises of their respective careers.
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Congressman Glenn Ivey and Alexandra Derbyshire Pt. 1
In the latest episode of OffScript, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Congressman Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Alexandra Derbyshire, producer of films including “Wonka,” “Paddington,” and more!
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Congressman Ted Lieu and Beau Flynn Pt. 4
In the final part of our OffScript conversation with Congressman Ted Lieu and film producer Beau Flynn, our guests talk about the policy changes needed to protect creatives in the face of new technology.
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Congressman Ted Lieu and Beau Flynn Pt. 3
In part three of our OffScript conversation with Congressman Ted Lieu and film producer Beau Flynn, our guests discuss the challenge of keeping up with rapidly evolving technology for creatives and lawmakers.
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Congressman Ted Lieu and Beau Flynn Pt. 2
In part two of our OffScript conversation with Congressman Ted Lieu and film producer Beau Flynn, our guests discuss how modern technology has impacted the creative communities and presented new challenges for policy makers.
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Congressman Ted Lieu and Beau Flynn Pt. 1
In our latest episode of OffScript, we are joined by Congressman Ted Lieu and accomplished film producer Beau Flynn.
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Summer Special Pt. 3
In our OffScript summer special, returning guest Carolyn Blackwood flips the script on our hosts – interviewing Ruth and Mitch on their careers and their hot takes on movies and music.
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Summer Special Pt. 2
In our OffScript summer special, returning guest Carolyn Blackwood flips the script on our hosts – interviewing Ruth and Mitch on their careers and their hot takes on movies and music.
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Summer Special Pt. 1
In our #OffScript summer special, returning guest Carolyn Blackwood flips the script on our hosts – interviewing Ruth and Mitch on their careers and their hot takes on movies and music.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Madeleine Dean & Patrick Cunnane Pt.4
In this episode, Ruth and Mitch round out their conversation with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and her son, writer Pat Cunnane.
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Offscript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Madeleine Dean & Patrick Cunnane Pt.3
In part three of our conversation with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and screenwriter Pat Cunnane, our guests discuss the prospect of collaborating on a book together, and how the arts have had an impact on their lives.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Madeleine Dean & Patrick Cunnane Pt.2
In part two of our conversation with writer Pat Cunnane and Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, our guests discuss balancing their creativity with their drive to serve their community through politics.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Madeleine Dean & Patrick Cunnane Pt.1
In the latest episode of OffScript, we spoke with our first-ever mother/son duo in Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and writer Patrick Cunnane (whose Black List-winning script will be produced by A24).
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Ritchie Torres & Carolyn Blackwood Pt.4
Part Four features former Warner Bros. COO Carolyn Blackwood discussing her love of horror films, having helped to bring hit franchises such as “The Conjuring” and “It” to the big screen herself
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Ritchie Torres & Carolyn Blackwood Pt.3
Part Three of our conversation with Congressman Torres and Carolyn Blackwood offers insight into what they like to watch and read in their free time, and what they wish every American were watching and reading right now.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Ritchie Torres & Carolyn Blackwood Pt.2
In Part Two of our conversation, Congressman Ritchie Torres and Carolyn Blackwood break down what art and entertainment mean to them personally. They also discuss the challenges to creativity posed by new technology.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Ritchie Torres & Carolyn Blackwood Pt.1
In Part One of our conversation with Congressman Ritchie Torres and former Warner Bros. COO Carolyn Blackwood, our guests discuss what inspired them to pursue their respective careers in politics and entertainment.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Rob Wittman & Peter Lawson Jones Pt.4
In Part 4, we round out our conversation with Congressman Rob Wittman and multihyphenate creative Peter Lawson Jones by discussing their all-time favorite films and the changes they’d implement to make our nation a better place for creatives.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Rob Wittman & Peter Lawson Jones Pt.3
Here, in Part 3, Peter Lawson Jones discusses how his time in politics informs his artistic work. And, Congressman Rob Wittman talks about the role music and the arts have played in his life as a source of inspiration.
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Rob Wittman & Peter Lawson Jones Pt.2
In Part 2 of our conversation with Congressman Rob Wittman and multihyphenate creative Peter Lawson Jones, Peter discusses his work as a playwright and the power of storytelling to inspire social change. Also, Congressman Wittman tells us why he believes it is important for lawmakers to protect...
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OffScript W/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Rob Wittman & Peter Lawson Jones
In Part One of our conversation with Congressman Rob Wittman and actor, playwright, and former elected official Peter Lawson Jones, our guests discuss how they ended up in their respective careers and the many “odd jobs” they held before finding success.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Jan Schakowsky & John Hoffman
In this episode of OffScript, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and “Only Murders in the Building” showrunner John Hoffman to discuss everything from the latest trends in television to the merits of Chicago vs. New York style pizza.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Deborah Ross & Wendy Finerman
Wendy Finerman is the film producer of the Academy Award®-winning Forrest Gump, The Devil Wears Prada, and many more! Congresswoman Deborah Ross is a representative from the state of North Carolina, bringing with her a long career as a civil rights attorney. In this episode of OffScript, they…
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Darrel Issa & Jeff Greenberg
Jeff Greenberg is the CEO of the Village Recording Studio, an LA landmark that has hosted iconic artists like the Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, and Lady Gaga. He’s joined by fellow SoCal legend Congressman Darrell Issa. A former entrepreneur and holder of 37 patents, Congressman Issa has a long...
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Steny Hoyer & Donna Gigliotti
Congressman Steny Hoyer has represented the state of Maryland in the House of Representatives for over 40 years and is a two-time House Majority Leader. Donna Gigliotti is the producer of several critically acclaimed films, including the Academy Award®-winning Best Picture Shakespeare in Love....
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Kelly Armstrong & Kevin Goetz Pt.2
In this two-part episode of OffScript, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Screen Engine CEO Kevin Goetz and Congressman Kelly Armstrong. The two avid film and television buffs sit down to talk about the entertainment business and discuss their all-time favorite films and TV shows
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Representative Kelly Armstrong & Kevin Goetz Pt.1
In this two-part episode of OffScript, Ruth and Mitch are joined by Screen Engine CEO Kevin Goetz and Congressman Kelly Armstrong. The two avid film and television buffs sit down to talk about the entertainment business and discuss their all-time favorite films and TV shows.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch: Holiday Special
In this special holiday episode of OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch, the hosts become the guests! Ruth and Mitch have a blast ringing in the holiday season with some celebratory cocktails and ask each other some of their favorite interview questions from past episodes.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch featuring Warner Music’s CEO Steve Cooper & Music and Film Producer Jeff Pollack
Episode six of OffScript features two powerhouses in the entertainment world with CEO of Warner Music Steve Cooper and music/film producer Jeff Pollack.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch featuring Congresswoman Yvette Clarke and Grammy® nominated music producer DJ Cheapshot
Find out how DJ Cheapshot got his name and the challenges producing music for film & how Brooklyn native Congresswoman Yvette Clarke created a multi-cultural media caucus on Capitol Hill.
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OffScript w/ Ruth and Mitch featuring Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser & two-time Academy Award nominated film producer Richard Gladstein
In this episode of OffScript Ruth and Mitch discuss standing up to Big Tech with Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and the emotion found in films like Cider House Rules with prolific producer Richard Gladstein.
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A podcast that invites guests in music and film to discuss their careers and the intersection of entertainment and advocacy.
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