Produce Yourself

Terence and Ian discuss the appeal of being in the field vs post, especially when you've got a knack for handling talent.  They share stories and talk about integrated marketing -- when it's done wrong, and how it's done right.  Also, if you're talent, don't leave trash outside your car.  It makes Ian upset.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.  

Ian seeks Terence's advice in which show he should do next.  Should he go to The Hamptons on a Bravo show, or Alaska on a Discovery show?  Terence has the answer, but will Ian be content with it?  If you've been listening, you already know the answer.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.

Ian is back home in NYC during a dark-week on set, but complains that he's really still working.  For once, Terence agrees with his neurosis... showrunning never sleeps.  The two of them also have side businesses, however, and being away from set helps keep those alive. Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.

Terence and Ian discuss on set antics like $20 dollar challenges and telling jokes.  But when are jokes inappropriate or taking it too far?  Terence and Ian debate this while recalling some funny experiences and close calls.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.

Terence and Ian are in a fiesty mood with each other.  Why you should never leave your phone unattended on set.  And when the biggest rain out in Louisiana's history shuts down production, what do you do with your cast and crew?  All this water talk sends Terence to the bathroom and Ian takes advantage of throwing the slurs at him.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with

Ian tells Terence stories about crashing a party on American Pickers and then bawling his eyes out over losing a producer.  Why are Sound Mixers so fun to prank?  A shout out to Paul Moore who is absolutely a fan of Terence’s.  Ian buys a gun but may not be prepared if Steven Segal or Liam Neeson show up.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.

Sometimes a talent's reluctance to do something on set needs to be demonstrated by the producers.  Bad idea?  Ian tell Terence that he wants to be acknowledged for his physical abilities, all while singing The Little Mermaid.   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.

Terence and Ian ponder if everyone should say hello to you in the morning at work.  And are you a bitch if you don’t?  And speaking of bitches, does Ian get away with more because he’s a man, especially when he's dilly-dallying? Did both Terence and Ian actually use the phrase “dilly-dally” in the same podcast?   Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.  

After only a week, Ian's boredom turns him into a spendthrift.  With three TVs now in his apartment, he questions Terence about heading out to Shreveport to gamble. Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them.  

Terence and Ian cover their tracks while talking about several people they've worked with who have personality flaws and social awkwardness.  Is it you?  And are people being nice to you because they like you, or because you're the boss?  In Ian's case, we already know the answer. Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or em

In their first 40-minute podcast (twice as unfunny as their normal 20-minute ones), Terence and Ian discuss the differences between crew attitude and cast attitude, and how it's no different than your family's attitude.  Also, are talent coordinators double-agents?  And why is superman only exciting when Kryptonite is around his neck.  According to Ian, 90 percent of actors are lazy, whether or not his Bronson Pinchot impersonation is accurate. Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season

Ian's now been in Monroe on "Duck Dynasty" for an entire two days of production, hasn't unpacked, and can't find anything to eat.  Fortunately the dog saves this pathetic excuse of a podcast episode.    Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or email us podcast@terencemichael.com

Fans love to show up on set.  Terence and Ian discuss the fans who show up on shows like Duck Dynasty, Love and Hip Hop, Auction Hunters, and American Pickers, dealing with them and trying to make your show at the same time. Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or email us podcast@terencemichael.com

Terence and Ian discuss the pitfalls and benefits of hiring and working with your friends on set and during production.  Does cronyism work?  And should Ian be a Top Gun Navy pilot? Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or email us podcast@terencemichael.com

Ian discusses his worries and neurosis over living in Louisiana, now that he's landed.  He finds dust and cracks, eventually spending $250 at Walmart to ease his pain.  Terence argues Monroe is a real city, but would Superman fly there? Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or email us podcast@terencemichael.com

Terence and Ian discuss the creativity and budget differences in pilots and series... which mostly reveal the difference between Ian and Terence Executive Producers, showrunners, and production company owners -- Terence Michael and Ian Gelfand have produced over 50 television series and 20 feature films between the two of them.  They're also entrepreneurs, with businesses outside of film and tv, from real estate to start-ups.  Ian lives in New York.  Terence lives in Los Angeles.  This podcast was born from a series of neurotic telephone conversations that began after Terence returned from Louisiana, where he's the executive producer of Duck Dynasty, and attempted to prepare Ian to come on board the next season to direct and showrun.  They both realize they're probably the only two people listening.  And that's okay with them. For more information visit Terence Michael or email us podcast@terencemichael.com

Everyone thinks Hollywood producers are spoiled for getting to eat food on set whenever they're hungry.  Terence and Ian have differing thoughts on this topic, especially since Ian is a food snob. ***** PLEASE ENGAGE AND SUBSCRIBE Follow and like us on Facebook or Instagram On (desktop or phone)  iTunes  or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic You can also contact us or learn more at terencemichael.com Terence Michael's book "PRODUCE YOURSELF: Apply Hollywood's Proven Formula To Become The Hero Of Your Life" is available everywhere. Listen to us at the following places and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! iTunes or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic ***** SHOW DESCRIPTION: What began as a humorous analysis of just behind the scenes TV and film production (originally with co-host, director/producer and comedian Ian Gelfand), has now grown into an observation of The Hero’s Journey taken by professionals working in all aspects of Hollywood. The focus is on obstacles, side-hustles, approach, process, optimization and seeking peak perfo

Ian questions if he'll ever work again, all while getting multiple show offers.  He simply wants to be loved, and called back, even if he doesn't want to do the show.  Now, he no longer suffers in silence as he broadcasts his feelings in this podcast. ***** PLEASE ENGAGE AND SUBSCRIBE Follow and like us on Facebook or Instagram On (desktop or phone)  iTunes  or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic You can also contact us or learn more at terencemichael.com Terence Michael's book "PRODUCE YOURSELF: Apply Hollywood's Proven Formula To Become The Hero Of Your Life" is available everywhere. Listen to us at the following places and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! iTunes or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic ***** SHOW DESCRIPTION: What began as a humorous analysis of just behind the scenes TV and film production (originally with co-host, director/producer and comedian Ian Gelfand), has now grown into an observation of The Hero’s Journey taken by professionals working in all aspects of Hollywood. The focus is on obstacles, side-hustles,

Considering the move to Louisiana to direct and showrun Duck Dynasty, Ian has questions for Terence, who currently executive produces the show.  But rather than contemplate cast, crew, or creative, Ian seems concerned with his lodging and Anna Kendrick.  Terence is more concerned with calling CVS Consumer Value Store and teaching Ian that a PDF is a portable document file. ***** PLEASE ENGAGE AND SUBSCRIBE Follow and like us on Facebook or Instagram On (desktop or phone)  iTunes  or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic You can also contact us or learn more at terencemichael.com Terence Michael's book "PRODUCE YOURSELF: Apply Hollywood's Proven Formula To Become The Hero Of Your Life" is available everywhere. Listen to us at the following places and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! iTunes or iHeart Radio or GooglePlayMusic ***** SHOW DESCRIPTION: What began as a humorous analysis of just behind the scenes TV and film production (originally with co-host, director/producer and comedian Ian Gelfand), has now grown into an observatio