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
31 episodes
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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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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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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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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1:09:21
Chris Cooper | Boom Operator
Third generation boom operator? Wow! This guy knows about sound. And he’s worked on huge shows like Deadwood, Scandal and True Detective. You’ll hear some fascinating stories straight from the field on this one.Favorite part of the job?...
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Courtney Schwartz | Stunts
Don’t try this at home! But do check out these incredible stories from one of our favorite stunt people in the industry. From epic girl fights in Mean Girls to Doritos Super Bowl commercials, Courtney Schwartz has done it all. Hear how ...
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Jeff Olan | Thanksgiving Special
Happy Thanksgiving! Sometimes the best thing to do is reflect and tap into gratitude. That’s what Jeff is doing in today’s episode as he shares more details from his journey that are sure to leave you inspired. In Hollywood, everybody s...
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Steven Escobar | Emmy Award Winning Editor
Who knew that seeing the movie Benji at a young age would spark the love for films and the entertainment industry that would ultimately put Steven Escobar on a path to become a world-class editor and ultimately win an Emmy Award.Every s...
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Anneke Scott | AD, Director
Yes, it’s true – you can become an Assistant Director and then a Director! Just check out this conversation with Anneke Scott as she shares her journey through Hollywood, showing us all what is possible when we go for it. She loved danc...
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Chad Ferrin | Director, Writer, Producer
Have you ever sat down with a horror film director? Well, now is your chance. Chad Ferrin has directed over a dozen horror films, written several and acted in a few as well, and he brings a unique perspective on success in entertainment.
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55:48
Joe Castro | Special Effects Artist
Happy Halloween! Joe Castro is a director, producer and a truly gifted special effects artist, and he has a very sick mind – in a good way! Joe talks us through his journey through Hollywood after getting his start at 15 in San Antonio,...
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Nan Sumski | Hollywood Publicist
This is an entertainment publicist like none other. Nan Sumski was the first and only Head of Publicity for Spelling Television, Aaron Spelling’s production company, which delivered iconic TV series like 7th Heaven, Beverly Hills 90210, Charmed...
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Glen Ward | CEO of Source & Cast
This time Jeff is joined by the show’s sponsor as well as its producer. Glen Ward is the CEO of Source & Cast, and he talks about how and why the company came onboard as the exclusive founding sponsor of Rollin’ With Olan. Jeff shar...
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Ricky Powell | Industry Veteran + Author of Happiness Rocks
From being the first “Leggo My Eggo” kid as a child actor, to losing his best friend as a young adult, to becoming an executive and having a long career in the industry, Ricky Powell is in a unique position to teach us about happiness. ...
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Marty Schwartz | 1st Assistant Director
This guest is a true legend. He has worked on some of the most epic projects you can imagine, and he’s recognized in the industry as one of the truly great ones. What a treat! Just listen to the stories he tells. From his early da...
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