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In this episode of The Season podcast, host Ryland Aldrich sits down with John Griffiths, Executive Director of GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics and Producer of the Dorian Awards. Together, they explore the origins of the Dorian Awards and GALECA's mission to honor diverse voices in entertainment. The conversation delves into the unique challenges queer voices face in a media landscape with shrinking opportunities for sustainable careers. From the strides made to the work that lies ahead, Ryland and John consider what the future holds for GALECA and the ongoing pursuit of authentic representation in entertainment journalism.
Show Notes:
(00:38) Latest Awards Circuit Headlines
(02:14) Introducing Jon Griffiths
(03:28) The Origins of the Dorian Awards
(09:31) Unique Categories and Gender Neutrality
(14:02) Future of the Dorian Awards and GALECA’s Advocacy
(21:58) Lightning Round with John Griffiths
(24:24) FYC Field Agent Tony Miros' Busy Week
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: John Griffiths - Executive Director, GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics & Producer, Dorian Awards
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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In this episode of The Season, host Ryland Aldrich sits down with Delphine Figueras, General Manager of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), and Stephen Pizzello, Editor-in-Chief of American Cinematographer magazine. They delve into the ASC’s influential role in awards season, exploring how their work champions cinematography as an art form. From initiatives like Clubhouse Conversations to their contributions to the ASC Awards, Delphine and Stephen share insights on celebrating the craft. They also discuss the Camerimage Film Festival’s impact in spotlighting exceptional cinematography along the awards trail.
Show Notes:
(02:46) Balancing Professional and Personal Lives
(04:40) The Role of Clubhouse Conversations
(11:07) Impact of American Cinematographer Magazine
(15:16) ASC Awards and Their Significance
(20:03) Camerimage International Film Festival Insights
(22:55) Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions
(27:37) Tony Miros: FYC Field Agent Insights
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Delphine Figueras - General Manager, ASC & Stephen Pizzello - Editor-in-Chief, American Cinematographer Magazine
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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In this episode, host Ryland Aldrich sits down with Christina Routhier, the Executive Director of the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, to explore the festival's evolution over the past two decades. Christina shares how the festival has grown from a platform for SCAD students into a key stop on the awards season circuit, thanks to a conscious effort to position it as a special event for industry insiders and awards voters. She recounts the early challenges of building relationships with studios and agencies, the festival's unique connection to the vibrant SCAD student body, and the personal pride she feels in seeing Savannah-screened films go on to awards success.
Show Notes:
(2:56) Christina Routhier on the Busy Festival Season
(3:44) The Origins and Mandate of the SCAD Savannah Film Festival
(4:42) The Festival's Shift Towards the Awards Circuit
(7:25) Initial Challenges Convincing Studios and Agencies
(9:11) The Booking Process and Evaluating Potential Films
(13:35) Pride in Seeing SCAD Students Succeed at the Awards
(14:24) The Festival's Focus on Education and Industry Panels
(19:25) Lightning Round Questions
(20:49) FYCit Field Agent Tony Miros
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Christina Routhier - Senior Executive Director SCAD Film Festival
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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In this week's episode of The Season, we sit down with Emmy and VES Award-winning visual effects supervisor Eric Durst. Eric shares his journey through some of the most iconic projects in film and television, from working on Bong Joon-ho's Snowpiercer to his award-winning work on the Apple TV+ series Five Days at Memorial. He also reflects on the evolving landscape of VFX campaigning and takes us behind the scenes of the VFX Bake-Off process. Eric offers a unique insider perspective on the world of visual effects and awards season.
Show Notes:
(00:35) Awards Season Headlines
(02:29) Introducing Eric Durst
(05:03) The Art of VFX Presentation
(07:04) First Major Contenders and Lessons Learned
(10:11) Evolution of VFX and Awards Campaigns
(14:36) Working with Visionary Directors
(16:37) Behind the Scenes of Snowpiercer
(21:24) The Battle of Bong Joon-ho vs. Harvey Weinstein
(23:41) FYC Season and the VFX Perspective
(28:34) Tony Miros' Weekly Awards Circuit Update
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Eric Durst - Award-Winning VFX Supervisor
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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In this episode of The Season, we’re joined by Ray Costa, a Film & TV Music Awards Strategist who has shaped award-winning campaigns for over 30 years. Ray has worked with artists like Billie Eilish, Elton John, and Lady Gaga, crafting unconventional strategies to get their music in front of voters. He shares his unique approach, from organizing one-of-a-kind events to navigating the emotional highs and lows of awards season. Ray dives into the thrill of victories, the sting of setbacks, and how taking risks has been key to his long-term success. With decades of experience, Ray offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create a winning campaign.
Show Notes:
(00:44) Awards Season News Roundup
(02:46) Interview with Ray Costa Begins
(04:14) Ray Costa's Journey in Music Publicity
(09:50) Innovative Campaign Strategies
(15:09) The Ups and Downs of Award Campaigns
(16:54) Lightning Round
(20:32) Tony Miros: FYCit Field Agent
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Ray Costa - Film & TV Music Awards Strategist
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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Our guest this week is Hugh Fink, Executive Producer of the Writers Guild Awards, stand-up comedian, and Emmy-winning SNL writer. Hugh takes us behind the scenes of producing award shows, sharing insights on navigating comedy in front of live audiences, the challenges of booking the right hosts, and why he believes the Writers Guild Awards is “the most entertaining awards show not on television.” He also reflects on his early days writing for the ESPY Awards, working alongside iconic comedians like David Spade and Dennis Miller, and some thoughts on SNL at 50.
Show Notes:
(00:36) Weekly Awards News Update
(02:17) Interview with Hugh Fink: Insights and Stories
(03:17) What Hugh Fink Learned Writing for the ESPYs and MTV Movie Awards
(05:04) Behind the Scenes of Award Show Production
(10:44) On the Challenges of Booking Awards Show Hosts
(17:20) The Upcoming Movie Saturday Night & Hugh Fink’s Views on SNL
(18:43) Lightning Round with Hugh Fink
(21:07) FYCit Field Agent Tony Miros's Weekly Report
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Hugh Fink - Writers Guild Awards Executive Producer, Emmy-Winning SNL Writer
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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Our guest is Katey Rich, the Awards Editor at The Ankler and host of the Prestige Junkie podcast for this inaugural episode of The Season. We take a dive deep into Katey's recent experiences at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), breaking down audience reactions, standout films, and the ripple effect of the People's Choice Award on the Oscars race. Katey also shares insights on running a TV and film awards-focused podcast, from hosting live events to navigating the challenges of journalism in the awards circuit.
Show Notes:
(00:06) Welcome to The Season
(00:24) History of the FYCit App
(02:00) Screening calendar check in
(02:46) Katey Rich intro and bio
(03:30) Katey discusses TIFF and this awards season
(08:20) Inside the Prestige Junkie Podcast and Katey's history
(29:55) Lightning Round
(33:35) FYCit Field Agent segment with Tony Miros
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Katey Rich @kateyrich - Awards Editor at The Ankler and host of the Prestige Junkie Podcast
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
More at https://fycit.app and on socials @fycitapp. Questions? Email [email protected]
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Announcing the new FYCit Podcast, The Season. If you’re part of the industry—or just curious about how it all works—this is the show that examines the nuts and bolts of the awards machinery. We’re pulling back the curtain on what really goes on behind the scenes: the strategies driving campaigns and the personal experiences and challenges of running the awards circuit gauntlet. Featuring highlights from upcoming guests Writer's Guild Awards EP Hugh Fink, Film & TV Music Publicist Ray Costa, and The Ankler Awards Editor Katey Rich.
