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RADIO FREE HOLLYWOOD
by The Line Podcast
A podcast for working crew and creatives in the entertainment industry. Hosted by talent agent, Steve Jacob and actor, John Kassir. It's about the talent, it's about the creative, it's about the business in general. It's about how crafts people navigate an increasingly difficult business landscape, both above and below the line. Steve and John will cover the news in entertainment and interview guests, all with an eye on how it pertains to the working crew person or actor. The goal is to survive in the business and make a living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Sarah Nicklin & VHS
In this episode of 'Radio Free Hollywood', hosts Steve Jacob and John Kassir kick off by reminiscing about the Flintstones' 1960 primetime debut. They discuss the show's early adult-targeted advertisements featuring Winston Cigarettes and reflect on old television memories. They transition into...
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Billy Joel
In this episode of 'Radio Free Hollywood', hosts Steve Jacob and John Kassir share a (potentially apocryphal) Wayne's World filming mishap, discuss recent travels, and navigate controversial news including Trump's plan to use the National Guard for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. They touch on...
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RFH - And We're Back
Hollywood's Hidden Past & Present: From WWII Stars to Modern Day Crisis In this compelling episode of Radio Free Hollywood, Steve Jacob and John Kassir kick off with a humorous historical anecdote from WWII involving the iconic Clark Gable. The conversation transitions into an in-depth discussion...
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Stay in LA: Rallying for the Future of Hollywood Productions
In this live podcast episode of Radio Free Hollywood, hosts John Casser and Steve Jacob take you through the exciting Stay in LA rally, aimed at keeping film, TV, and commercial production in Los Angeles. They delve into Hollywood history, share amusing anecdotes, and interview key figures from…
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Jeff Miller & POPEYE THE SLAYER MAN
In this episode of 'Radio Free Hollywood', hosts Steve Jacob and John Kassir discuss an array of topics including a wild story about a drunken elephant at a Hollywood party in 1954, Ari Emmanuel's exit from WME and its implications, and the closing deal of Amy Pascal and David Haman to produce…
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Super Bowl Insights, Sports Analysis, and the Perils of A Big Meal
Join Steve and John as they dive into a wide range of topics this week. They talk about the Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles' impressive season, and the changing dynamics of football team -- along with the most memorable Super Bowl commercials. Also on the docket: digging into the U.S.…
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RFK Jr. Controversies, Hollywood Fires, and Moving Film Productions to Texas
In this episode of Radio Free Hollywood, hosts Steve Jacob and John Kassir discuss a range of topics from Caroline Kennedy's damning letter to the Senate about her cousin RFK Jr., to Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson's controversial commercial advocating for moving film productions to…
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Radio Free Hollywood Ep. 1 - Local Fires, Trump in L.A., and Butt Boy
Live from downtown Hills, California, Steve Jacob and John Kassir kick off the first episode of Radio Free Hollywood. They discuss the recent fires and their personal evacuation experiences, highlight the controversial visit of Donald Trump to L.A., and dive into the quirky film 'Butt Boy.'...
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Post Election Commiseration
Steve and John discuss a potential name change for the podcast and then try and focus on what their feelings about the recent US Presidential election John Kassir Steve's Blog, Agent on the Loose The Line Links Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The State of the Industry
Steve is joined by guest host Bill Dispoto and returning guest Danny Stephens to discuss the state of the entertainment industry at large. Steve's Blog, Agent on the Loose The Line Links Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Politics, James Earl Jones, & LA Production
John and Steve discuss the recent presidential debate, then reminisce about the late, great James Earl Jones. And finally they discuss the FilmLA production review numbers and what that means for the industry. FilmLA Research John Kassir Steve's Blog, Agent on the Loose The Line Links Hosted on...
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Me at 65
Please enjoy Steve's essay, "Me at 65" Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AI in Hollywood, Telegram, & Art the Clown
John and Steve discuss the recent legislation in California forbidding the use of AI to replicate actors and the recent arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Valeryevich Durov. Then their guest today: David Howard Thornton discusses his role as new horror icon Art the Clown from the Terrifier franchise.…
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Let's Get Real
Please enjoy Steve's essay, Let's Get Real Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Celebrity Deaths & the Animation Industry
John and Steve discuss Richard Simmons and recent celebrity deaths. Then they chat with Carl Reed of Composition Media about the AI in the animation industry, the voice actors strike, Bad Grandmas, Black Sands, and basing his company out of St. Louis. Composition Media John Kassir Steve's Blog,...
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Teamsters Agreement & Video Game Strike
John and Steve discuss Teamsters and AMPTP reaching an agreement, entertainment production numbers, and the SAG-AFTRA strike against major video game companies. Then they chat with Chad Archibald and Cody Calahan of Black Fawn Films about AI and their 10 picture genre slate with Productivity…
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FilmLA & Homescreen Ads
John and Steve discuss FilmLA raising their prices and the increase in homescreen advertising by the streamers. Then Cap learns about diegetic sound, bridging shots, and an ozoner. John Kassir Steve's Blog, Agent on the Loose The Line Links Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Perception...
Please enjoy Steve's essay, Perception... Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Here is a link to the Johari Window referenced in the essay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EDD vs Loan-Outs
John and Steve discuss what's been going on with California EDD and the use of loan-out corporation in the industry and Newscorp's licensing deal with OpenAI. Then Cap turns the tables and tests Steve and John's film knowledge John Kassir Steve's Blog, Agent on the Loose The Line Links Hosted on...
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IATSE, Duplass Bros, & Managers vs Agents
John and Steve discuss IATSE and the AMPTP concluding negotiations for west coast locals without a deal yet, the Duplass Brothers independent streaming series, Penelope, and the difference between managers and agents with Jairo Alvarado of Redefine Entertainment. Finally, Cap struggles to...
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Consequences Have Consequences
Please enjoy Steve's essay, Consequences Have Consequences. Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On Suffering Well
Please enjoy Steve's essay, On Suffering Well. Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rust, Casting Networks, & Below-the-Line Publicity
For our first news story, we'll go over the recent sentencing of armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed for the death of cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust. We'll also discuss the class action lawsuit against Casting Networks for alleged pay-to-play tactics. John and Steve will then chat...
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Everyone Please Just Take a Breath
Another mini-episode this week! It's Steve's essay, Everyone Please Just Take a Breath. Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Resistance is Futile
Mini-episode! It's Steve's essay on resistance. Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Advertising, Voice Engine, and The Pancake
In this episode we will examine 2 news stories. The first, Magna's new ad spend forecast for 2024 and how it'll affect TV commercial productions. The second, OpenAI's Voice Engine and it's affect on VO Actors. Kassir and Steve will then have a chat with Keythe Farley (VO actor and director) about...
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Motivation Have No Much Of?
This week we have a mini-episode. It's Steve's essay on motivation. Listen here or read it over on his substack, Agent on the Loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What is the Pickle?
Steve & John chat about Suits LA shooting in Vancouver and the UK Self Taping Scandal involving IAM and their client Mark Barrett. John and Steve then talk with Grip and Industry activist Danny Stephens about the possibility of IA and Teamster strikes as they negotiate their contracts. Lastly,...
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Welcome to The Line!
In this very first episode, hosts Steve Jacob and John Kassir introduce the podcast and themselves. Steve, John, and producer Cap will chat about Tyler Perry's remarks on Sora from OpenAI and the possibility of a third strike in the industry. John and Steve will talk with talent agent, Trevor...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast for working crew and creatives in the entertainment industry. Hosted by talent agent, Steve Jacob and actor, John Kassir. It's about the talent, it's about the creative, it's about the business in general. It's about how crafts people navigate an increasingly difficult business landscape, both above and below the line. Steve and John will cover the news in entertainment and interview guests, all with an eye on how it pertains to the working crew person or actor. The goal is to survive in the business and make a living.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Line Podcast
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RADIO FREE HOLLYWOOD currently has 29 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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A podcast for working crew and creatives in the entertainment industry. Hosted by talent agent, Steve Jacob and actor, John Kassir. It's about the talent, it's about the creative, it's about the business in general. It's about how crafts people navigate an increasingly difficult business landscape,...
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RADIO FREE HOLLYWOOD is created and hosted by The Line Podcast.
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