
In this special episode, Rabbi Ron sits down with longtime friend Doug Mankoff, founder and CEO of Echo Lake Entertainment, the company behind films like Nebraska and Hulu’s The Great. Doug shares candid reflections on navigating Hollywood’s constant change, balancing creativity with business, and leading with honesty in an industry where ethics are often tested. From his early days working in a Santa Monica hangar to mentoring the next generation of storytellers, Doug reveals how intentional choices, integrity, and a love of story can shape not just a career, but a life of meaning.