The Producer and the Publicist
The Producer and the Publicist is your backstage pass to the world of screen storytelling. Whether you're a film student, or passionate about breaking into the screen industry, this podcast dives deep into the journeys of leading Australian and international talents across all roles in film and TV.
Hosted by Kyle, an emerging Australian film producer and AFTRS graduate whose short films have screened globally, and Louise, a seasoned publicist with over 25 years of experience, including a decade as the Publicity Director for the Mardi Gras Film Festival, the podcast offers expert insights and practical advice to help you navigate your path.
With candid interviews and real-world wisdom, The Producer and the Publicist showcases the many ways talent makes their mark—proving there’s no single road to success. Our mission? To inspire hope, optimism, and possibility in a notoriously tough industry. Subscribe now and start your journey today!
Episodes
11 episodes
From Reality TV to the Australian Stage
In this episode, we sit down with Wesley Senna Cortes, a Brazilian actor and model whose creative life has taken him across continents, across genres, and from screen to stage.Wesley Senna Cortes is a Brazilian-born actor and model with ...
Inside The Editing Suite With Danielle Boesenberg
In this episode of The Producer and the Publicist, we speak with award-winning editor and former President of the Australian Screen Editors Guild, Danielle Boesenberg, a powerhouse of post-production whose work has screened at the world’s top f...
From Sydney to South Beach - James Woolley on Running Film Festivals That Matter
In this episode of The Producer and the Publicist, we sit down with James Woolley, Executive Director of the Miami Film Festival, to explore the fascinating world of film festivals from the inside out.James shares his journey from workin...
Loretta Cosgrove: Designing the World Behind the Camera
We chat with film Art Director and Production Designer Loretta Cosgrove, whose credits include Mortal Kombat, Stealth, I Know What You Did Last Summerand Mixtape.Loretta breaks down what art departments actually do, how she g...
Triple Threat: Juan Pablo Di Pace on Acting, Directing & Dancing
In this episode, we sit down with Juan Pablo Di Pace (@juanpablodipace), the Argentinian actor, director, and dancer, who’s in Sydney for Queer Screen’s 32nd Mardi Gras Film Festival and the screening of his debut film Duino.<...
Lucy Gaffy: From AFTRS to International Acclaim
This episode, we’re thrilled to chat with the award-winning and absolutely loveliest Australian film and TV director, Lucy Gaffy (@lucygaffy). With a stellar career spanning both local and international productions—including Mixtap...
How To Stay Inspired and Support Your Tribe with Knox and Lane Webber (Part 2)
Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Canadian filmmaker Knox and actor/musician Lane Webber, who visited Sydney for Queer Screen’s 32nd Mardi Gras Film Festival and their screening of We Forgot to Break Up. This indie drama follo...
Music, Movies & Meaning: 'Behind We Forgot to Break Up' with Knox and Lane Webber!
In this episode, we sit down with Canadian filmmaker Knox and actor/musician Lane Webber, who were visiting Sydney for Queer Screen’s 32nd Mardi Gras Film Festival and their screening of We Forgot to Break Up. This indie drama follows ...
Selling Your Film & Staying Positive with Director, Producer Zain Ayub
From recruiting his cousins for DIY films in high school to producing acclaimed short films, music videos, and feature work like Sahelah, Zain Ayub has carved out his own path in the screen industry.In this episode of The Produce...
From Blockbuster to Queer Screen, Interview with Festival Director Lisa Rose
In The Premiere Episode of The Producer & The Publicist, we sit down with the outgoing Queer Screen Festival Director Lisa Rose to talk about her experiences navigating the world of queer cinema, her journey from working at Blockbu...