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Hosted by Bret Lieberman · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 74 episodes
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Join us on Breaking the Biz, a captivating podcast where we dive into the world of entertainment by interviewing seasoned professionals who have made their mark in the industry. Gain invaluable insights as they share their personal journeys, offering advice on navigating the dynamic landscape of the entertainment industry. Whether you're an aspiring actor, musician, filmmaker, author, animator, or any creative soul, tune in for expert career guidance, insider tips, and firsthand accounts on breaking into the biz. Get ready to unlock the secrets behind successful careers and fuel your own passion for the limelight!
Bret Lieberman hosts Breaking the Biz Podcast, a business show with 74 episodes published.
Gustavo Hemstreet is an animator and 3D generalist hailing from the valleys of Southern California; Fascinated by storytelling, art, philosophy, and folklore from an early age, he strove to find ways to combine all four
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with Josh Olufemii, a Nigerian-American filmmaker and educator based in Melbourne, Australia, who has built a global community of creators through his wildly popular YouTu
In this inspiring episode of Breaking the Biz, we welcome Becky Curren, Senior Director of Stakeholder Engagement at Disability:IN and an internationally recognized TEDx motivational speaker. With a decade of experience
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we explore the intersection of independent film, global storytelling, and purposeful leadership with Ron Truppa , Founder and Executive Director of the Catalina Film Institute and Fes
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with Emmy and WGA award-winning writer Scott Gray, whose career spans over two decades in television, comics, games, and digital media. From serving as a head writer to co
While audiences may never see his name on screen, Walt Newman’s work is felt in every moment of the shows he helps bring to life. As a five-time Emmy Award–winning Supervising Sound Editor, Walt has mastered the art of s
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we dive into an often-overlooked element of the entertainment and event industry—the restroom experience—and why it can make or break an event. Kevin Meraz, business owner of Deluxe P
In this heartwarming and deeply reflective episode, we sit down with voice actor, educator, and self-proclaimed “VO Dad” June Yoon. From immigrating to the U.S. at 14 and discovering his passion for performance in a high
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with seasoned animation director Jerry Langford, whose multi-decade career spans some of the most iconic animated series on television. From his early days as a layout art
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we go behind the scenes with legendary producer and audio engineer Tom Gordon, whose 30+ year career has shaped the sound of icons across music, film, and television. From recording w
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we dive into the innovative world of immersive design and creative storytelling with Freddy Janney — a Billboard-charting music producer, DJ, and interactive UX/UI designer. Known in
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with Paul Hemstreet, an award-winning producer and multidisciplinary creative with over 25 years of experience shaping some of the most beloved franchises in entertainment
What starts as childhood curiosity can grow into something truly impactful—and Alessandro Concas is living proof. In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with teen author and entrepreneur Alessandro Concas, a st
Bret sits down with operations expert and Syzygy founder Tyler Burr to explore the critical—but often invisible—role of infrastructure in the creative industries. With a career spanning film and TV production, the arts,
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with animation veteran Howie Hoffman, a visionary Creative Art Director whose work has helped define multiple eras of animated entertainment and advertising. Hoffman has b
Born in Long Beach, California, to a U.S. Army colonel and a Korean army nurse, Bobby’s path seemed destined for discipline and structure. Yet from an early age, he was irresistibly drawn to art in all forms. After initi
In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with Alex Howard — a young entertainment professional with over five years of administrative experience across film and TV development. An advocate for audio description a
In this inspiring episode of Breaking the Biz, we sit down with Jason Weissbrod—a dynamic director, actor, producer, writer, and the co-founder of Spectrum Laboratory. With a career spanning film, television, web series,
What does it take to turn sound into a language of possibility? In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we journey into the expansive world of experimental sound art, composition, and multimedia with Philip Mantione — a Los
Swedish electronic artist Tim Palm joins Breaking the Biz to discuss creativity, community, and breaking into the music industry on his own terms. From custom looping tech to AI's role in music, this episode explores the
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Nitika Chopra
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Becky Curran
Disability:IN
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Ron Truppa
Catalina Film Institute and Festival
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Kevin Meraz
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Freddy Janney
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