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Don"t Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz

Don’t Kill the Messenger dives deep into the careers of Hollywood’s most influential voices including executives and filmmakers alike. Hosted by entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz, the interviews are more than story-sharing, they are intimate conversations between friends and a powerful filmmaking masterclass. Discover what it really takes to bring your favorite movies to life. Find Don’t Kill the Messenger on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Learn how movies begin, and

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55:09

David Friendly (Academy Award-Nominated Producer and...

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2024/12/04

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews David Friendly, whose remarkable career transition from journalism to film production led to an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture with Little Miss Sunshine. David worked with industry giants like Ron Howard and Brian Grazer before establishing himself as a successful producer. His producing credits include Courage Under Fire, Dr. Dolittle, Big Momma's House, Laws of Attraction, and the hi...

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Gary Lucchesi (Veteran Producer, Studio Executive,...

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2024/11/20

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Gary Lucchesi, the acclaimed producer and former President of the Producer’s Guild of America. From his early days as a talent agent at William Morris to his tenure as President of Production at Paramount Pictures, Gary has been a driving force behind numerous hit films. As a producer, his credits include Primal Fear, Million Dollar Baby, The Lincoln Lawyer, and Runaway Bride, among many ot...

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42:53

George Folsey Jr. (Veteran Film Editor & Producer) on...

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2024/11/06

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with George Folsey Jr., the legendary film editor and producer whose illustrious career spans over five decades. Folsey Jr. has collaborated with acclaimed directors like John Landis, Eli Roth, and Paul Feig and is known for his work on films including Trading Places, An American Werewolf in London, The Blues Brothers, and Michael Jackson's groundbreaking music video, Thriller. Growing Up in Hol...

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56:48

Susan Cartsonis (Veteran Producer & Former Studio...

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2024/10/16

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Susan Cartsonis, a renowned producer and former studio executive known for championing women's stories in Hollywood. From 20th Century Fox to independent producing, Susan has been behind hits like What Women Want, Where the Heart Is, Aquamarine, Sitting in Bars with Cake, and True Sprit. She shares her journey in the film industry, her passion for storytelling, and her commitment to bringin...

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37:01

Spring Aspers (President of Sony Music Group, Grammy...

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2024/10/02

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Spring Aspers, the Grammy-nominated President of Sony Pictures Music Group. With a career spanning from intern to President, Spring has become a powerhouse in the film music industry. Her work on blockbuster soundtracks like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Versehas earned her critical acclaim and a Grammy nod. As the executive behind numerous hit movie soundtracks and a champion for emerging ar...

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53:00

Paula Wagner and Rick Nicita (Hollywood Power Couple)...

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2024/09/18

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Hollywood power couple Paula Wagner and Rick Nicita. Wagner has worked in the top ranks of the entertainment industry as a talent agent, studio executive, and producer. She co-founded Cruise/Wagner Productions with Tom Cruise, producing blockbuster hits like the "Mission: Impossible" franchise. Nicita worked as a successful talent agent for 5 decades before turning to production and consult...

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49:59

Ron Howard (Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy &...

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2024/09/04

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this special 50th episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews one of Hollywood's most successful and versatile directors, Ron Howard. His extraordinary career spans over six decades, starting as a child actor including roles on The Andy Griffith Show and Happy Days before emerging as a director at the age of 23. Howard's directorial achievements include critical and commercial successes such as Splash, Cocoon, Parenthood, Apollo 13, A Beautiful...

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43:58

Cheryl Boone Isaacs (Veteran Marketing Executive &...

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2024/08/21

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz sits down with a trailblazing figure in the entertainment industry, Cheryl Boone Isaacs. As a public relations and marketing executive, Cheryl has worked on marketing campaigns for over 300 films, including Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Forrest Gump, and The King's Speech. As the first African American and first person of color to serve as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, ...

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44:35

Will Speck and Josh Gordon (Writers, Directors,...

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2024/08/07

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews the directing, producing, and writing team of Will Speck and Josh Gordon. This talented duo has made their mark across various media, directing feature films such as Blades of Glory, Office Christmas Party, and Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile. They've also created iconic commercials, including the Geico caveman and gecko campaigns, and ventured into television with their animated series Hit-Monkey on Hulu....

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45:31

DeVon Franklin (Producer, Bestselling Author, &...

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2024/07/17

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, Kevin Goetz sits down with DeVon Franklin, film and TV producer, bestselling author, motivational speaker, and former studio executive. Franklin is known for his work on inspirational films such as Breakthrough, Miracles from Heaven, and Flamin' Hot, as well as the BET series Kingdom Business. With a unique blend of faith, business savvy, and creative vision, Franklin has bridged the gap between mainstream entertainment and...

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42:18

Sharon Stone (Award-Winning Actress, Activist, &...

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2024/07/03

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn Part 2 of this 2-part episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with the iconic Sharon Stone to discuss her journey through Hollywood, her experiences with fame, and her philanthropic endeavors. Stone shares personal stories about her rise to stardom, her approach to acting and producing, and lessons she has learned along the way.Basic Instinct (00:53)With the premiere of Basic Instinct at Cannes, Sharon Stone went from being a working actre...

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33:09

Sharon Stone (Award-Winning Actress, Activist, &...

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2024/06/19

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with his longtime friend, the legendary actress Sharon Stone. Sharon shares intimate stories about her upbringing, her journey into modeling and acting, and the challenges she has faced in the entertainment industry.Humble Beginnings (2:00)Sharon discusses her upbringing in the small farming community of Meadville, Pennsylvania, where her family struggled financially.A Painful Childhood Lesson (9:12)...

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46:12

McG (Acclaimed Director & Producer) on Directing...

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2024/06/06

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with director and producer, Joseph McGinty Nichol, better known as McG. They discuss McG's journey in the entertainment industry, starting with music videos and leading to his directorial debut with Charlie's Angels, which had, at the time, the highest-grossing opening weekend for a directorial debut. Through his production company, Wonderland Sound and Vision, McG has overseen the production of film...

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48:24

Greg Foster (Former CEO of IMAX Entertainment,...

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2024/05/15

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with Greg Foster, former CEO of IMAX Entertainment and current owner of the entertainment and media consulting firm, Foster + Crew. Foster grew up immersed in the world of Hollywood, with a father who was a successful film producer. This early exposure to the industry laid the foundation for Foster's career. From his childhood memories of rubbing elbows with Hollywood royalty, to his

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Bill Block (Veteran Agent, Producer & Studio Head) on...

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2024/05/01

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Carol Baum (Veteran Studio Executive and Producer) on...

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2024/04/17

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Melva Benoit (Veteran Entertainment...

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2024/04/04

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Colleen Camp (Actress and Producer) on Longevity as a...

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2024/03/20

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Nick Stoller (Director, Screenwriter) on Crafting...

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2024/03/06

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Eli Roth (Director, Screenwriter, Producer, Actor) on...

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2024/02/22

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