Rollin' With Olan
Rollin' With Olan is a podcast by Casting Director and filmmaker Jeff Olan, delivering unique stories and deep conversations about the past, present and future of Hollywood. It's an inclusive show for everyone with a stake in the entertainment industry.
Episodes
42 episodes
Larry Namer | Co Founder of E! Entertainment
In this engaging conversation, Larry Namer shares his remarkable journey from a humble upbringing in Brooklyn to becoming a media mogul and co-founder of E! Entertainment Network. He discusses the evolution of cable television, the creation of ...
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1:11:05
Darcy Donovan | A Multifaceted Talent in Entertainment
In this engaging conversation, Jeff Olan interviews Darcy Donovan, a multifaceted talent known for her work as an actress, musician, author, and philanthropist. They explore Darcy's early beginnings in acting, her transition to music, and her e...
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1:29:37
From the Bronx to Hollywood | The Robert Miano Story
Robert Miano, acting career, Bronx, Al Pacino, Actors Studio, film industry, travel stories, collaboration, advice for actors, upcoming projectsHollywood. He discusses his early passion for singing, his travels across Europe, ...
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1:03:30
Richard Kerner | Founder of Kerner Management Associates (KMA)
In this episode, we sit down with Richard Kerner, respected manager, producer, and founder of Kerner Management Associates. With decades of experience guiding the careers of some of Hollywood’s most talented actors, Richard shares his journey f...
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Mike Gelles | Unscripted Development
In this episode of Rollin’ With Olan, we sit down with Mike Gelles, an unscripted developer, to dive deep into the world of unscripted storytelling. Mike shares his journey through the entertainment industry, what it takes to de...
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1:00:51
Brad Grunberg a.k.a "Johnny Cocktails" | Actor and Comedian
This week on Rollin’ With Olan, we’re joined by actor and comedian Brad Grunberg, a.k.a. Johnny Cocktail. Brad brings the laughs and the stories as he shares his journey through Hollywood, his unforgettable roles alongside Adam Sandler, and wha...
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1:05:07
Bobby Roth | Director, Producer, Writer
Julia Roberts submitted a casting tape at 18 years old, and our guest took a chance on her. The rest, as they say, is history. But this is only a small part of the rich history of Bobby Roth who has worked on a number of major television shows ...
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1:02:01
Tony Phelan | Writer, Producer, Director
Wanna be a television writer? Interested in learning more about that field? If so, this is the episode for you. Tony Phelan is as accomplished as they come as a writer, and he’s also a highly successful producer and director. From G...
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EG Daily | Actor & Singer
You know Tommy Pickles from the Rugrats, right? Believe it or not, that was our guest’s first voice audition. And since then she has done tons of voices, including Babe and Happy Feet as well as Buttercup from the Powerpuff Girls.Elizabe...
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Marty Schwartz | 1st Assistant Director (2nd Appearance)
Back on the show for the second time, the legendary Marty Schwartz comes in hot with an explosive story about his experience with a certain big-name actor. This is as real as it gets. You’ll also hear about how he used to pick up Ma...
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1:05:16
Bobbie Shaw Chance | Hollywood Acting Coach
As the breakout actor in the movie Pajama Party from 1964, this guest is a legend in Hollywood. They were even grooming her to be the next Marilyn Monroe, but that was not the path for Bobbie Shaw Chance. Instead, after doing a doze...
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1:05:03
Ken Fuchs | Television Director
Live from Tyler Perry’s studio in Atlanta, the one and only Ken Fuchs took a quick break from Family Feud to share his incredible Hollywood story, which is one nobody would want to miss. In addition to working with Steve Harvey for ...
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37:02
Steven Lowe | Entertainment Attorney
This is what everybody in entertainment should learn more about. Look no further than the case against Disney. This long-time attorney breaks down why entertainment law is so important and the parts of it you should know about. In a...
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56:27
Ariyela Wald-Cohain | Costume Designer
When an Emmy award-winning costume designer born in South Africa and raised in Israel tells her story about coming to the US almost 20 years ago to pursue her career in Hollywood, you know there will be a ton of inspiring nuggets. A...
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Brande Roderick | Actress & Filmmaker
Actress, author, businesswoman, director, model, producer and writer… Brande Roderick has done it all, and in this episode she shares her incredible journey through the entertainment industry. This one’s a doozy!You may have seen this fo...
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53:29
Alex Camacho | Actor (With Her Agent Jeff Wolfman)
Ever wondered how an up-and-coming actor can get a great agent? Alex Camacho is way more than up-and-coming now, and hearing her tell the story of how she first connected with her outstanding agent Jeff Wolfman is something else. And his side o...
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1:09:29
Mark Teschner | Casting Director
An absolute legend, Mark Teschner has been the Casting Director for ABC’s General Hospital since 1989 and has won 11 Emmy Awards for “Outstanding Achievement in Casting” in the process. Simply put, he’s the best.In addition to telling hi...
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1:04:07
Francis Ruiz | Music & Sound
From casting to drumming, today’s guest has had an incredible journey through Hollywood. As an Albuquerque native, Francis Ruiz got his entertainment start doing casting alongside our very own Jeff Olan back in the early 90s. Fast forwa...
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A brief message to our community
We'll be back with another inspiring episode next week, and we have several more prepared for you. For now though, we know that a lot of our colleagues, families and friends are dealing with some very tough challenges, and our hearts go out to ...
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Ron Myrick | Animation Director
When you’ve done more than 1,000 television episodes as an animation director, it’s safe to say you know a thing or two about bringing shows to life. Meet Ron Myrick – an absolute legend in the world of animation. With a number of movie...
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Lívia Bielovič | International Actress
Don’t hope you’ll be successful - believe you’ll be successful. That can be a big step, especially for Europeans who might grow up with a different mindset. But Lívia Bielovič, also known as Liv, has certainly taken that step....
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58:30
Jeff Olan | New Year Special
Happy New Year! If you’re looking to make 2025 the year for you, this is the episode for you. Jeff shares his take on where Hollywood is headed and what to expect in terms of work in the entertainment industry.Joined by his producer Joe...
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Nicole Rubio | Television Director
Imagine being pregnant on set and having Denzel Washington rub your belly for good luck in between takes while shooting Training Day. That’s just one of Nicole Rubio’s epic experiences from her journey through Hollywood. From Raiderette...
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