The Producers Lounge, an interview style podcast with media creators from around the world; an intimate discussion with storytellers about the craft and art of producing, but in a laid back and relaxed atmosphere, with a martini in one hand, and a cigar in another. The Producers Lounge podcast is back with season 3. You can follow us on any of the social media links down below in the description of this video, or go directly to Greater and Grander dot com, to find out more. We’ll be having independent producers, television producers, writer-showrunners, you name it! We’re your one stop shop for producing tips and tricks, as well as war stories from the front lines of filmmaking.
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Producing with Legends: Dan Kaplow on Spielberg, Dick Clark & WTF Moments; S3 E-13
Season 3 · Episode 13
Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 37:23
What happens when a kid obsessed with Spielberg grows up to produce for Hollywood’s biggest names? In this episode of The Producers Lounge Podcast, veteran producer Dan Kaplow joins us to share his wild ride through the film and television industry. From early inspirations and surreal career milestones to oddball requests from Dick Clark, Kaplow gives us a rare, behind-the-scenes look into what it really takes to survive—and thrive—behind the camera. Whether you’re an aspiring producer or a die-hard fan of The Haunting of Hill House, this episode is packed with insider gems, laugh-out-loud stories, and genuine inspiration.
🎙️ Tune in for industry secrets, career advice, and tales that could only come from decades in the trenches.
Dan Kaplow is an award-winning television and film producer with over two decades of experience and more than 50 credits to his name. Known for his work on critically acclaimed series such as The Haunting of Hill House, United States of Tara, Apples Never Fall, and Lady Dynamite, Kaplow has built a reputation as one of Hollywood’s go-to producers for genre-defying, character-driven storytelling. His projects span major networks and streaming platforms, including Netflix, NBC, Showtime, and HBO Max.
Starting his career inspired by the works of Steven Spielberg, Kaplow has collaborated with top-tier talent and helped bring to life some of the most unique and ambitious shows in recent television history. A true behind-the-scenes powerhouse, he’s also known for his sharp humor, adaptability, and ability to manage chaos on set—often with unforgettable results.
Credits Include...
Cherry starring Tom Holland
UFO starring Ella Purnell
Grae Drake, Being The Good Kind of Weird with Robert Rodriguez and Jennifer Lawrence; S3 E4
Season 3 · Episode 4
Thursday, March 20, 2025 • Duration 55:53
In 6th grade, when Grae, aka Ms. Moviefone, was arranging movie outings for all her friends, she picked the movie. Through the years studying film at the University of Texas at Austin, being honored by Sundance and the Director's Guild of America, and working as a filmmaker in Los Angeles, she realized how terrible she was at keeping her opinions to herself. The Popcorn Mafia podcast was born, and led to her becoming CNN's movie critic, as well as the Senior Editor of Rotten Tomatoes for several years. She also has dished the dirt with stars on HLN's Weekend Express, ABC World News Now, The Today Show, The View, and Fox News. Her passionate thoughts can also be heard on terrestrial radio all over North America. And just to note, she still won't let other people pick the movies.
Credits Include...
Rotten Tomatoes starring Timothée Chalamet and Scarlett Johansson
The Ms. Moviefone Show starring Taron Egerton and Keanu Reeves
Ancient Aliens starring Megan Fox and William Shatner
Popcorn Mafia starring Andy Dick
Grae’s Comedy Sketch “Andy Dick in Juno's Body” - https://youtu.be/qo-smUfGSes?si=XF2EW860eE2UUwcu
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You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “9 Secrets to Appear Hyper-Competent and Professional Every Time” at https://greaterandgrander.com/9-secrets-to-appear-hyper-competent-and-professional-every-time/
Music is Jumpin’ Boogie Boogie by Audionautix
Episode still image is by Emery Emery from Andy Dick in Juno's Body.
Ryan Paul James, How To Write 10 Plays In 10 Years; S3 E3
Season 3 · Episode 3
Thursday, March 13, 2025 • Duration 50:58
Ryan Paul James is an award-winning playwright, TV writer, and screenwriter. He has authored 12 plays that have been produced in various theaters around the world. One critic described him as “the Neil Simon of his generation,” which caught the attention of Simon’s manager, leading to Ryan signing with him.
Ryan has also contributed to several TV shows, and his pilot, The Comeback Kids, has won over twenty-five film and TV festival awards. He resides with his wife actress Melissa Disney, in Los Angeles, where they have two children. Additionally, Ryan has an excellent reputation as a ghostwriter, copywriter, and content creator. Ryan is passionate about writing and creating, and if you need anything—he’s your writer.
Grant E. Rosenberg, How to Sell Your TV Idea Without Selling Your Soul, What Every Aspiring TV Writer Needs to Know; S3 E2
Season 3 · Episode 2
Thursday, March 6, 2025 • Duration 57:58
Grant Rosenberg has been involved in television and feature film development and production for the past forty years. The first part of his career was spent as an executive at NBC, Paramount Television and The Walt Disney Studios. In the second part of his career, he transitioned to hands-on writing and producing.
During his tenure at Paramount, he was involved in the production of such hits as MacGyver, Shogun and Winds Of War. As Senior Vice President of Network Television at Disney, Grant was involved in all phases of development for series and laid the groundwork for the revitalization of the Disney television division.
His novel, GIDEON RESURRECTION, was published in July, 2023. He is currently at work on the third book in the GIDEON trilogy.
You can get a free copy of his ebook by going to the Contact page on his website, and mentioning you heard him on The Producers Lounge podcast - https://granterosenberg.com/contact
Since we spoke, Grant published his cookbook, 44 DEGREES, and the third and final book in the GIDEON trilogy will be coming out in early 2025. Information on all of that can be found on his website - www.granterosenberg.com
Star Trek The Next Generation starring Patrick Stewart
Baywatch starring Pamela Anderson
Jordan Kerner, Mighty Ducks, Mightier Producers: Magic Behind the Scenes; S3 E1
Season 3 · Episode 1
Thursday, February 27, 2025 • Duration 01:17:05
Jordan Kerner is a renowned film producer with a storied career spanning decades. After beginning his journey in entertainment with Group W for KPIX San Francisco in 1971, he transitioned into law in 1976 before returning to entertainment as a program and talent negotiator at CBS in 1977. He gained further experience at Universal Television for NBC and later at ABC Entertainment, where he rose to Vice President of Dramatic Development in 1983.
Kerner’s producing career took off after meeting producer Jon Avnet. Together, they founded The Avnet/Kerner Company, debuting with Less Than Zero. The duo produced hits like The Mighty Ducks franchise, George of the Jungle, Inspector Gadget, Fried Green Tomatoes, and The Three Musketeers. Their portfolio extended to television movies such as Do You Know the Muffin Man? and Mama Flora's Family.
After parting ways with Avnet in 2001, Kerner established The Kerner Entertainment Company, producing films like A Wrinkle in Time and Snow Dogs. He later developed Charlotte's Web with Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon, followed by The Smurfs, which became a successful franchise. Kerner’s legacy is defined by his ability to create stories that resonate across generations.
Credits Include...
Less Than Zero starring Robert Downey Jr.
Fried Green Tomatoes starring Kathy Bates
The Mighty Ducks franchise starring Joshua Jackson, Marguerite Moreau, and Emilio Estevez
The Smurfs movies starring Christina Ricci and Brendan Gleeson
George of the Jungle starring Brendan Fraser
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Producers Lounge is Back And Better Than Ever! Season 3 Announcement!
Season 3 · Episode 1
Thursday, January 16, 2025 • Duration 01:57
Music is Faster Does It by Kevin Macleod
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How to Make a Career in Hollywood? with Adam Lazarre-White; S2 E26
Season 2 · Episode 26
Thursday, March 30, 2023 • Duration 01:06:15
Adam grew up in New York City, graduated Harvard University. Adam was nominated for an NAACP Image Award as 'Nathan Hastings' on The Young & Restless. He adapted/produced Just Passin' Through & What Angles Fear for Dreambuilder Foundation & Proctor & Gamble; both won EMMYs for Regional TV and consecutive Regional EMMYs as 'Lead Actor' for Adam. More recent highlights include upcoming "Flinch" by director/writer Cameron Van Hoy (Suicide Girls), 2018 hit, "Uncle Drew", Joel Edgerton's hit directorial debut, "The Gift", Lethal Weapon, Rosewood, Glow (Netflix/Jenji Kohan), his role as a "B613 assassin" in Scandal, recurring on Heroes, Criminal Minds, Love's Routine (w/ W. Defoe) and "Ocean's 13" (w/ Al Pacino). Adam co-wrote, produced and starred in, "Forgiveness", which won of the Martha's Vineyard Film Fest. HBO Prize; and swept the San Diego Film Black Fest., including Best Feature Film & Best Supporting Actor for him. He was a writer on staff of Vin Desil's ground-breaking web-series, "The Ropes" on Netflix & Crackle. Raised in the theater, Adam's challenging roles include "Mercutio" in Michael Arabian's "Romeo & Juliet", Bobby Seale in Ron Sossi's "Chicago Conspiracy Trial", "Cody" in Neil LaBute's "This is How It Goes"; and was an executive member of the renowned Circle Rep. West Company. In high school, Adam excelled in music, playing guitar and saxophone, and was a All-County athlete, achieving honors in football & baseball. Adam started at QB for the Harvard Crimson, earning Ivy League Player of the Week, E.C.A.C player of The Week, and The New England Sports Writers' Player of the Week. Adam's father is a NY City & State Commissioner; his mother, an author and former professor at The New School for Social Research. His brother, Khary Lazarre-White, the Founder of "The Brotherhood/Sister Sol", an award winning Harlem based Youth Organization, published his first novel in 2017, "Passage".
As a director, Adam's short film "200 Years" produced by Rob Fried (Collateral, Rudy, Boondock Saints), for Feeln' Originals, reached the 3rd round of Oscar voting. He lives with his wife, actress, Dendrie Taylor, and their beloved daughter, Aiyana.
Credits Include...
Forgiveness with Richard T. Jones
with Adam Gifford
Toxic People Aren’t Funny, with Danny McDermott; S2 E25
Season 2 · Episode 25
Thursday, March 23, 2023 • Duration 56:01
After graduating with a BS in Engineering, Danny moved to NYC in the 90's and acted in and produced plays, sketch comedy, and stand up comedy. He became one of the biggest producers of stand up comedy in NYC outside the comedy clubs for 8 years. He had 5 different venues, producing 8 shows a week, and giving away 30 spots a week to comedians. Danny had celebrities such as Jim Gaffigan, Ed Helms, Sarah Silverman, Marc Maron, Bill Burr, and many others come in on a regular basis to headline. He also co-founded the Comedy Soapbox with Steve Hofstetter.
Danny was cast in a great deal of theater, appearing in numerous plays and was the lead in six productions off and off off Broadway.
He's had a few options on scripts, and moved to LA in 2013 and produced a comedy series that we premiered at the Hollywood Improv called "Who Killed the Bible Salesman", while doing comedy at the clubs and small venues. One of his scripts, a vigilante/horror/comedy, Danny successfully produced a reading with Christopher Titus, Judd Nelson, and Casper Van Dien. There were 18 actors and about 30 audience members.
Check out his new Website & Podcast The DL Show - http://www.thedl.show
Follow him on Facebook: Danny P McDermott and The DL Show - Down Low with Danny and Lizette
Credits Include...
Who Killed the Bible Salesman? starring Fred Stoller
The Danny McDermott Show starring Rick Overton
Cross: Rise of the Villains starring James Hong, Eric Roberts, and Danny Trejo
starring Cody Renee Cameron
Director of Fresh Off The Boat, Steven J Kung; S2 E24
Season 2 · Episode 24
Thursday, March 16, 2023 • Duration 45:34
Steven J. Kung uses comedy to illuminate things oft unseen which include POC, LGBTQ folx, and his car keys. While at first glance he reminds you of that over-achieving Asian classmate (which self-admittedly, he was), he's also a salsa merengue instructor and very queer. With his encyclopedic knowledge of Dear White People, Steven was promoted to staff writer and he is developing a semi-autobiographical comedy pilot with Lionsgate. As a director, his feature about unapologetically hot Asians, A Leading Man, won multiple awards on the festival circuit. Other credits include the Disney ABC Directing Program and directing Fresh Off The Boat. In another life, Steven worked at the Department of Justice and the Kennedy Center. Now he co-chairs the WGA Asian American Town Hall and serves as co-chair emeritus of the DGA Asian American Committee.
You can also check out our accompanying article this week entitled “What Brands Can Learn from Great Directors Like Spielberg, Scorsese, and Coppola” at https://greaterandgrander.com/what-brands-can-learn-from-great-directors-like-spielberg-scorsese-and-coppola/
Music is Faster Does It by Kevin MacLeod.
Episode still image is by Ricardo Tomasz on Greater & Grander.
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