The biweekly podcast "MediaMaker Spotlight" features conversations with industry professionals speaking on a wide range of topics of interest to screen-based media makers. The series is a great resource for creators and collaborators who want to learn more about filmmaking, production, and all that goes into bringing projects to life. Our show is a great place to learn, find inspiration, discover communities of support, and celebrate our shared passion for film, television, video and visual storytelling in all formats and mediums. "MediaMaker Spotlight" is produced by the Women in Film & Video Podcast Committee. Learn more at MediaMakerSpotlight.com.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe biweekly podcast "MediaMaker Spotlight" features conversations with industry professionals speaking on a wide range of topics of interest to screen-based media makers. The series is a great resource for creators and collaborators who want to learn more about filmmaking, production, and all that goes into bringing projects to life.
Recent episodes include "Has SFX Aged Well in Horror with That Aged Well Podcast" (25 October 2026, 46 minutes), "The Origins of Podcasting with Shaun Michael Colón" (27 September 2026, 41 minutes), and "Ed Sullivan's Legacy of Equality in Netflix's 'Sunday Best' Doc" (13 September 2026, 38 minutes).
MediaMaker Spotlight publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 171 episodes.
Booking probability for MediaMaker Spotlight is 50%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. MediaMaker Spotlight requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. MediaMaker Spotlight's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for MediaMaker Spotlight are Film & Video. MediaMaker Spotlight has an arts audience.
MediaMaker Spotlight is an arts podcast with 171 episodes published.
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Episode #136
Tara Jabari is joined by Paul and Erika of That Aged Well Podcast f or a crossover conversation to discuss why some movies age better than others, especially the practical effects in horror films like The Exorcist , The...
Episode #134
When Tara Jabbari found out there was a documentary about the history of podcasting and it’s impact of audio storytelling, she had to watch it. She also knew, she had to get them on MediaMaker Spotlight. She speaks with...
Episode #133
In this episode, Margo Precht Speciale , granddaughter of Ed Sullivan and producer of the documentary 'Sunday Best,' joins host Candice Bloch to share insights into her film that explores Ed Sullivan's role as a quiet...
Episode #132
In this episode, discover how award-winning director and producer Mary Darling navigates storytelling that fosters cultural understanding and unity. She speaks with Tara Jabbari about her work, especially her latest...
Episode #131
Did you know that Girl Scout cookies are an $800 million business? In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with Alysa Nahmias , the writer and director of "COOKIE QUEENS," a new documentary releasing on August 7 all...
Episode #130
Host Candice Bloch is joined by Kalina Ivanov , an Emmy-winning production designer and storyboard artist with a rich background in both film and television, spanning various genres and styles. She’s known for her work...
Episode #129
Film critic and entertainment journalist, Mara Reinstein joins host Sandra Abrams to talk about the state of the film industry from someone who covers it for a living. The life of an entertainment journalist may look...
Episode #127
Pack your bags and head to small town Champaign, Illinois with Producer Brandon for one last year of the Roger Ebert Overlooked Film Festival , affectionately known to movie-lovers as Ebertfest . Brought back for a...
Episode #126
Would you search for your sperm donor dad? In this episode, host Sandra Abrams interviews the people behind the award winning documentary, DAD GENES. The doc follows Aaron Long, a single guy who was a sperm donor for...
Episode #125
All of our hosts - Candice, Sandra, and Tara - come together again for another host special. This time they explore the fascinating world of film scores and soundtracks, highlighting the differences between the two...
Episode #124
Host Tara Jabbari interviews actress and filmmaker Anna Campbell , who shares her journey from acting to directing and producing her first feature film, 'Nora.' They discuss the importance of community in filmmaking...
Episode #123
In this episode, host Sandra Abrams talks to Jamie Coughlin Silverman and Gabriel Silverman about the making of their feature documentary, THE SPIES AMONG US and how a German-American journalism program known as RIAS...
Episode #122
Jessica Steinrock , a pioneering intimacy coordinator, joins host Candice Bloch to discuss the value and particulars of intimacy coordination. Jessica shares her journey from theater to film, emphasizing the importance...
Episode #121
Host Tara Jabari interviews Grae Drake , a renowned journalist and film critic known for her vibrant personality and insightful commentary on the entertainment industry. Grae reflects on the challenges and joys of being...
Episode #120
In this episode, host Sandra Abrams talks to documentary filmmakers, Oscar winner Paul Wagner and his wife, Ellen Wagner , about their movie, Georgia O’Keeffe: the Brightness of Light. With actress Clarie Danes serving...
Episode #119
Seasoned documentary producer Lisa Frank chats with host Candice Bloch about her healthcare-focused projects, namely her recent project American Delivery which focuses on maternal health and childbirth, showcasing...
Episode #118
In this episode of Media Maker Spotlight, host Tara Jabbari interviews Shellée M. Haynesworth , an award-winning director and producer known for her work in amplifying marginalized voices through storytelling. They...
Episode #117
In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with Eden Raskin Jenkins about her documentary, NOTES OF A CITIZEN: THE MARCUS RASKIN STORY. It is the story about her father’s career before she was born. Through family and...
Episode #116
Award-winning underwater cinematographer Roger Horrocks joins host Candice Bloch to discuss what it takes to capture the amazing underwater scenes we see in epic nature documentaries. Roger has worked on some of the...
Episode #115
In this episode, host Tara Jabbari interviews Sierra Urich , an interdisciplinary visual artist and filmmaker whose documentary, 'Joonam' explores themes of identity, displacement, and the immigrant experience. Sierra...
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