Late last year, SAG-AFTRA introduced two new podcast contracts that make it easy for producers to be flexible and creative in covering their podcasts at all budgets. Sue-Anne Morrow, National Director/Contract Strategic Initiatives & Podcasts at SAG-AFTRA, walks us through the details of these new agreements. She’s joined by Drew Rausch and Jason Silva, executive producers of the podcast Macaw, who share their firsthand experience with the contracts. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

On-air talent from KVEA/Telemundo52 in Los Angeles and WAMU in Washington DC joined forces with SAG-AFTRA to unionize their newsrooms. These stations’ incredible stories are part of a continuing trend of organizing efforts across the country. To walk us through the exciting yet sometimes tumultuous process, we’re joined by Dunia Elvir, a television journalist and producer who works as an anchor for TV station Telemundo52 in Los Angeles, and Jordan Pascale, transportation reporter for WAMU885. Both have been instrumental in organizing their teams. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

The 29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards took place in February, honoring the year's best television and film performances. The night was filled with surprises, laughs, tears and some historic firsts. To walk us through the highlights and give us the scoop on behind-the-scenes moments, we’re joined by the show’s executive producer Jon Brockett and writer Matt Roberts. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

What is the metaverse? Is it hype or the future? What will this virtual world mean for performers? These are some of the questions posed to our expert panel during a C-Space discussion at CES 2023. Panelists include content creators, performers, industry experts and contract professionals, who offer their unique perspective on this nascent technology.  **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

In January, SAG-AFTRA attended CES in Las Vegas, the largest tech show in the world. We had a chance to tour the show floors and got a closer look at the latest trends and innovations that might affect the entertainment industry. Sharing their thoughts on CES, we’re joined by three members of SAG-AFTRA’s National Innovation & New Technology Committee — Aubrey Mozino, Dileep Rao and Randal Berger. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Live from the CES in Las Vegas, this episode features a thoughtful conversation with Emmy-nominated actor and director Paul Feig and Co-President of Feigco Entertainment Laura Fischer. The two discuss their latest foray into interactive advertainment, their work championing diversity in Hollywood, and Paul’s lifelong relationship with Las Vegas. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Generative AI is a topic causing excitement and concern in the entertainment industry. Powerful technology such as deep fakes, ChatGPT and Dall-E-2 is rapidly impacting the content creation process — from editing and special effects to the scripts and performances themselves. To talk about this hot-button issue, we’re joined by Nina Schick and Matt Belloni. Schick is an AI advisor, speaker, and author of Deepfakes: The Coming Infocalypse. Belloni is the former editor of Hollywood Reporter and Founding Partner of Puck, a next-generation digital media company. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

Celebrity publicist Shannon Barr joins the show to talk about what publicists do, when they’re necessary and not necessary, how to find a publicist who’s a good match, and the best ways to work together. Barr is the CEO of Strategic Public Relations, whose clients include Jeffrey Wright, Brenda Song and Nicolette Sheridan. This is a replay of an episode recorded last year. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

On this replay of one of our most popular episodes of the year, acting coach Nancy Banks shares the habits and mindsets of actors who rise to the top of their game. Banks is a respected acting coach whose clients include Margot Robbie, Jennifer Aniston and Forest Whitaker. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.

With streaming companies bringing foreign language content into millions of U.S. homes, live-action dubbing has become a growing opportunity for performers. In this replay of a panel discussion recorded earlier this year, actors, casting directors, and producers offer an insider perspective on how live-action dubbing works, the skills you need to be successful, and tips on the best audition strategies. **The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.