On to New Adventures!

This is my last blog post for Hometown to Hollywood. It’s been an amazing adventure and my true honor to share it with you, and in turn, to share in the adventures of many of you. I’d like to take this opportunity to share a few thoughts before I go. “We need wit and...

EP 132: Kenny Ortega

My guest on this very special Hometown to Hollywood podcast episode is director, producer, and choreographer Kenny Ortega.   Kenny Ortega has directed many iconic film, TV and theatre projects, but he is best known for his work directing Newsies, Hocus Pocus,...

EP 130: Jody Margolin Hahn, Director

Today my guest on this episode of the Hometown to Hollywood podcast is television director Jody Margolin Hahn. Jody Margolin Hahn started her career working with sitcom writers. She has directed over 150 episodes of television, including The Conners for ABC, Call Me...

EP 129: Mike Manning, Actor & Producer

My guest on this episode of the Hometown to Hollywood podcast is Mike Manning. Mike is an award-winning actor and Emmy-winning producer.     Listen to the first 12 minutes here for free, or become a Friend of the Podcast for just $5 a month — and get access...