The Entertainment Business Podcast
The Entertainment Business Podcast is a show for content creators working in film, music, and publishing who want to understand the business side of the entertainment industry. Hosted by entertainment attorney and author Tisha Morris, it offers practical tips aimed at helping creatives turn their dreams into reality. Episodes focus on legal, contractual, and career topics that creators need to navigate the industry professionally. Listeners can also learn more about the host and her services through her entertainment law practice.
Episodes
Episode 20: Unlocking Actor Potential with LA Acting Coach Murisa Harba
In this episode, host and entertainment attorney Tisha Morris is joined with Murisa Harba, an award-winning actress, director, and renowned acting coach, to discuss her innovative approaches to acting. Murisa talks about the Chakra Approach® and the Macro Method® which she developed to help actors fully embody their characters, effectively utilize their energy, and thrive in their careers.
They
Episode 19: Unraveling Foreign Rights in Publishing with Agent Marleen Seegers
In this episode, host Tisha Morris welcomes Marleen Seegers, co-founder of 2 Seas Agency, to explore the intricate world of foreign rights in publishing. Marleen, who has extensive experience in selling and pitching books across the globe, sheds light on the importance of foreign rights, the process of becoming a foreign rights agent, and the nuances of negotiating these rights.
They discuss the
Episode 18: Storytelling Through Today’s Industry Lens with Producer Nicholas Weissman
Join host Tisha Morris as she talks with Nicholas Weissman, an executive producer and director at Vacationland. With over 15 years of experience in film and video production, Nicholas shares insights on the current state and future of independent filmmaking.
They discuss the evolution of distribution platforms, the importance of IP ownership, and effective financing strategies for filmmakers. Ni
Episode 17: Disrupting Distribution for Indie Film with Kinema Founder Christie Marchese
Don’t miss this informative episode with host Tisha Morris and Christie Marchese, founder and CEO of Kinema, the global film distribution and exhibition platform. On the heels of The Duplass Brothers announcing their upcoming episodic, The Long Long Night, on the Kinema platform, Tisha and Christie discuss the rising potential of independent filmmaking, the changing landscape of film distribution,
Episode 16: Achieving Indie Publishing Success with Bestselling Thriller Author Kiersten Modglin
In this episode, host Tisha Morris interviews Kiersten Modglin, a bestselling indie author known for her psychological thrillers. Kiersten discusses her journey as a self-published author, the challenges and rewards of being an independent author, and her writing and business strategies. She shares insights into her daily writing routine, the importance of maintaining creative control, and how she
Episode 15: Embracing AI Tools to Elevate Creativity with Creative Marketing Director Val Madden
Join Tisha in conversation with Val Madden, an executive creative director with over 20 years of experience in leading marketing campaigns for global brands like NBC, Amazon, MGM Studios, and Prime Video, as they take a dive deep into artificial intelligence to discuss their impact on the creative process.
Val shares her unique perspective on blending human-centered storytelling with AI to strea
Episode 14: Navigating the Current Beat of the Music Industry with CD Baby President Molly Neuman
Tisha Morris welcomes Molly Newman, President of CD Baby, the leading music distribution company for independent artists, to share her extensive experience in the music industry, including her beginnings as a drummer in the punk band Bratmobile.
They discuss the impact of the recent fires in L.A. on the music community, the evolving landscape of music distribution, and the importance of maintain
Episode 13: State of the Industry for 2025 and Beyond
In this solocast episode, host Tisha Morris discusses the significant impacts of recent catastrophic fires on the entertainment industry. She talks about the decentralization of filmmaking, predicting a shift from Hollywood to other regions and internationally.
Tisha also projects a consolidation at the top as major studios merge, while opportunities grow for independent filmmakers through new d
Episode 12: Charting the Future in Hollywood, AI, and the Digital Era with Former Showtime Executive Robert Rosenberg
In this episode, host Tisha Morris engages with Rob Rosenberg, founder of Telluride Legal Strategies and former Executive VP and General Counsel at Showtime, to discuss the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. The conversation covers significant topics including the growth and challenges of streaming services, the integration of live sports and news in streaming, and the burgeoning po
Episode 11: Navigating the Production Path with Executive Producer Kat Roman
In this episode, Tisha Morris interviews Kat Roman, an award-winning writer, director, and producer. They discuss the current shifts in the entertainment industry, Kat's journey from independent filmmaking to her role as an Executive Producer at People's Television, along with the challenges and rewards of producing content.
Kat shares insights on finding funding, managing projects, and balancin
Clearing the Legal Path for Filmmakers with Attorney Dale Nelson
In this episode, Tisha talks with Dale Nelson, a partner at the LA-based law firm Donaldson Callif Perez, who specializes in film and television clearances. Dale delves into the essentials of legally clearing a film to avoid issues such as defamation, right of privacy, and copyright infringement.
Their discussion covers Dale's extensive experience at Warner Brothers, where she handled major prop
Episode 9: Igniting Passion and Purpose for Female Funding Through Documentary Filmmaking with Catherine Gray
In this episode, host Tisha Morris talks with Catherine Gray, producer of the documentary 'Show Her the Money.' The podcast delves into the current trend of increasing female wealth and the importance of venture capital investments, highlighting that women receive only 2% of all funding. Gray discusses her 50-city tour as a way to promote the film and encourage women to become investors.
The epi
Episode 8: The Art of Human Storytelling with Award-Winning Narrator Julia Whelan
This episode focuses on an area that doesn’t get talked about too much, unless you count the fact that it’s a multi-billion-dollar industry that continues to grow around 9% each year just in the US. I’m talking about audiobooks.
The audiobook industry is usually discussed in terms of the author and publisher, not from the perspective of the most important part of audiobooks – the narrator. This
Episode 7: Mid-Year Update on 2024 Entertainment Industry Predictions with Tisha Morris
Join Host Tisha Morris for this solocast as she does a mid-year check in on her predictions for the entertainment industry in 2024. In this episode, Tisha discusses the summer’s blockbuster hit “Inside Out 2” and more proof of the success of female-led movies. Tisha also talks about the future of theaters, live events, sports, games, and of course the latest merger of Skydance and Paramount. Catch
Episode 6: Navigating Stardom to Self Care with Music Artist Tatiana “Tajci” Cameron
Join Tisha in conversation with Tatiana “Tajci” Cameron, an accomplished musician, songwriter, published author, and a certified and Wellness and Holistic Life Coach, who has been a career musician for over thirty years.
Learn what it means to truly reinvent yourself, the most important advice Tajci can give young artists, and what red flags to look for in signing contracts.
From the lived exp
Episode 5: Creating Women’s Empowerment Through Podcasting with Liz Svatek
Join Tisha in conversation with Liz Svatek, host of the award winning podcast, Conversations with Warrior Women, about the benefits of podcasting for female entrepreneurs and as a growing medium for conveying information and entertainment.
Podcasting is a booming industry with a projected 504 million listeners by the end of 2024 and exponentially growing across the globe.
Liz’s podcast compan
Episode 4: Shining Light on Taxes for Creatives with Hannah Cole
Episode 3: The Future of Female Filmmaking with Soraya Simi
Join Tisha Morris and her guest, Soraya Simi, as they discuss the filmmaking process. As a writer, director, and producer of film, Soraya talks about her journey from the first time she knew she wanted to be a filmmaker to her recent projects, including the documentary, Row of Life, that exemplifies the complexity of a close character-director relationship, and how the stakes in non-fiction storyt
Episode 2: Finding Flow with Author Rachael Cohen
Join Tisha Morris and guest Rachael Cohen, author of the newly released book, SELF-CARE FOR ECO-ANXIETY, as they journey into blending nature, the writing process, and self-care practices during times of anxiety.
Rachael Cohen is also the author of EVERYDAY PLANT MAGIC and INFINITE SUCCULENT, and the owner of Infinite Succulent, a wellness and botanical styling company. Rachael is a Nature conne
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