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Shelton Wilder Season 1 Episode 32

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Hey, friends—Shelton here, and welcome back to the Welder Possibilities Podcast! You know I’m all about that magic moment—what I like to call “the click”—when everything suddenly lines up, and your dreams take shape in ways you never saw coming. In this episode, I’m catching up with one of my dear friends and all-around superstar producer who’s worked on iconic films like Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Little Women, and Practical Magic.

We dive into how she turned an early knack for storytelling into an unstoppable career, what it was like partnering with Tim Burton, and how she found a brand-new creative spark in painting after facing personal loss. This conversation is filled with raw honesty, big laughs, and the inside scoop on Hollywood secrets—plus a sneak peek into her upcoming projects (hello, Practical Magic 2!). If you’re ready for insights on chasing your passion, betting on yourself, and turning heartbreak into bold new ventures, then you’re in the right place. Buckle up, because we’re about to get louder!