Hollywood Wolfpack Podcast goes behind-the-scenes in the exciting careers of working pros, and find out their secrets to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the entertainment business. Join your host Kaia Alexander, writer/producer and founder of the Entertainment Business School. Find out why in this profession you need a wolfpack. Special guests include above-the-line writers, directors, showrunners, execs, actors, producers, attorneys and more.
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About Host Kaia Alexander
Kaia Alexander is the CEO/founder of the Entertainment Business School. She was a development executive on the feature films JUST FRIENDS, PEACEFUL WARRIOR, THE GOOD NIGHT, and HACHI: A DOG'S TALE. She was mentored by comedian Garry Shandling. She's an award-winning Harper Collins novelist, for her historical novel Written in the Ashes. As an animal lover and native of Southern California, there are always surfboards on her car and fur on her sleeves. She’s proud to be the BQ in LGBTQ. You can find out more about Kaia on her IMDB and Twitter @ThisisKaia
Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A
Hollywood Wolfpack Podcast goes behind-the-scenes in the exciting careers of working pros, and find out their secrets to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the entertainment business. Join your host Kaia Alexander, writer/producer and founder of the Entertainment Business School. Find out why in this profession you need a wolfpack. Special guests include above-the-line writers, directors, showrunners, execs, actors, producers, attorneys and more.
For more information: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/
About Host Kaia Alexander
Kaia Alexander is the CEO/founder of the Entertainment Business School. She was a development executive on the feature films JUST FRIENDS, PEACEFUL WARRIOR, THE GOOD NIGHT, and HACHI: A DOG'S TALE. She was mentored by comedian Garry Shandling. She's an award-winning Harper Collins novelist, for her historical novel Written in the Ashes. As an animal lover and native of Southern California, there are always surfboards on her car and fur on her sleeves. She’s proud to be the BQ in LGBTQ. You can find out more about Kaia on her IMDB and Twitter @ThisisKaia
Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A
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Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A.
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Summary
Adam shares his journey of writing "Just Friends," a film that blends humor and relatability, while recounting the arduous road to production, which began back in 1999 before its release in 2005. He vividly details the endless iterations of the script, the changing dynamics in Hollywood, and the serendipitous moments that brought the film to life. Central to our discussion is the relatability of its characters and comedic moments, which resonate with audiences even 20 years later, making it a perennial favorite, especially during the holiday season.
We explore the themes of reinvention and adaptability within Adam’s career, noting how he pivoted from screenwriting to producing engaging educational content. His exciting venture into the world of podcasts culminated in "Who Smarted," which captures the essence of making learning fun for kids. Adam emphasizes the importance of creativity in education, sharing how he approaches storytelling with scientific concepts to captivate young audiences.
Our conversation also touches on his collaboration with Pharrell Williams on "Brainchild," an educational series that aimed to inspire curiosity in children through clever storytelling. Adam discusses the ups and downs of working within the streaming landscape, reflecting on the challenges of making meaningful content accessible in a commercialized media environment. He further articulates how successful projects often come back to the value of owning one's audience, a lesson he learned while cultivating a loyal listener base for "Who Smarted."
Adam reveals insights about his latest screenplay "Midwolf Crisis," which humorously tackles midlife dilemmas through a supernatural lens. We also discuss his podcast "Oscars: What Were They Thinking?" where Adam pairs with Bruce Valanche to critique past award-winning films. Throughout our conversation, he expresses a deep-seated passion for storytelling and a steadfast belief in the importance of using creativity as a tool for connection and community.
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