

Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz
Barry Katz
A one-of-a-kind insiders look at Hollywood from a totally different perspective. This inspirational weekly series provides an “all access pass” to the entertainment business through the eyes of comedy manager/producer Barry Katz and the industry's biggest "behind the scenes" players who candidly reveal the risky decisions they made that led to the most groundbreaking internet, television, radio, music, and film content in the world. Combining humor, insight, and motivation; Katz provides the blueprint for the audience to take their careers to the next tier, while showcasing each guests’ extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to the highest levels in their field.
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Oct 15, 2018 • 1h 19min
Howard Rosenman (Part 1 of 2)
Howard Rosenman is one of the most prolific producers in film and television, best known for the hilarious remake of "Father of The Bride" starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton, the cult phenomenon "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" and "The Family Man" starring Nicolas Cage. Rosenman’s films have won 2 Peabody Awards, an Academy Award and top honors at the Sundance, Berlin and Cannes Film Festivals. His work ranges from such popular favorites as "Father of The Bride," "The Main Event" with Barbra Streisand, "Stranger Among Us" with Melanie Griffith and "You Kill Me" with Sir Ben Kingsley to the acclaimed documentaries, "Celluloid Closet" (nominated for an Oscar and a Peabody) and "Common Threads: Tales From The Quilt" (which won an Oscar and his second Peabody) He produced "My First Mister" and Harvey Fierstein’s "Tidy Endings," which won several Emmys. He remade his very first movie, "Sparkle" starring Whitney Houston and Jordin Sparks. Curtis Mayfield wrote the original four songs. R. Kelly wrote four more songs.
He was honored by the film organization Power Up as “One of 2010’s ten amazing men in show business.” In 2013 he received the Inspiration Award from ORT America.
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Oct 11, 2018 • 1h 2min
Nick Swardson (Part 2 of 2)
NICK SWARDSON grew up in the Minneapolis area and undertook his foray into entertainment as a standup comic, headlining dates at many nightspots in the Los Angeles area. His material often dealt with the absurdities of life as a young adult, including drugs and sex.
Swardson moved into features not simply as a comedic actor, but as a scriptwriter -- first on the Jamie Kennedy vehicle "Malibu's Most Wanted" (2003), then via a long-running association with Adam Sandler's Happy Madison production company, for which he scripted and acted in the comedies "The Benchwarmers" (2006) and "Grandma's Boy" (2006), and co-produced and tackled a supporting role in the Sandler-Kevin James farce "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" (2007). On the side, Swardson also signed as one of the regulars on the popular Comedy Central series "Reno 911!" where he played Terry Bernardino. In 2007, Swardson recorded and issued his first comedy concert album, "Party." The following year, he teamed up for an onscreen role opposite Sandler in the farce "You Don't Mess with the Zohan."
Most recently, Swardson has appeared in the TV series "Star Butterfly" and "Typical Rick" and in the features films "Sandy Wexler" and "The Do-Over"
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Oct 8, 2018 • 53min
Nick Swardson (Part 1 of 2)
NICK SWARDSON grew up in the Minneapolis area and undertook his foray into entertainment as a standup comic, headlining dates at many nightspots in the Los Angeles area. His material often dealt with the absurdities of life as a young adult, including drugs and sex.
Swardson moved into features not simply as a comedic actor, but as a scriptwriter -- first on the Jamie Kennedy vehicle "Malibu's Most Wanted" (2003), then via a long-running association with Adam Sandler's Happy Madison production company, for which he scripted and acted in the comedies "The Benchwarmers" (2006) and "Grandma's Boy" (2006), and co-produced and tackled a supporting role in the Sandler-Kevin James farce "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" (2007). On the side, Swardson also signed as one of the regulars on the popular Comedy Central series "Reno 911!" where he played Terry Bernardino. In 2007, Swardson recorded and issued his first comedy concert album, "Party." The following year, he teamed up for an onscreen role opposite Sandler in the farce "You Don't Mess with the Zohan."
Most recently, Swardson has appeared in the TV series "Star Butterfly" and "Typical Rick" and in the features films "Sandy Wexler" and "The Do-Over"
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Sep 20, 2018 • 1h 2min
Todd Glass (Part 2 of 2)
TODD GLASS grew up in Philadelphia where he started his stand-up career at the age of 16. Since then he has carved out a niche as one of the most powerful and beloved performers working successfully in the alternative as well as the mainstream comedy scenes. His list of credits are endless, as he has a new powerful Netflix hour Special out right now, had a critically acclaimed Comedy Central special, has been a featured guest on The Daily Show, Tosh.0, Sarah Silverman’s I Love You America, Louie, and on the most prestigious late night shows with Jimmy Kimmel, Conan O’Brien, and Jimmy Fallon. Additionally, he has toured with some of the greatest comedians of our generation including David Cross, Daniel Tosh, Jim Gaffigan, Louie CK, Silverman,and David Spade.
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Sep 18, 2018 • 53min
Todd Glass (Part 1 of 2)
TODD GLASS grew up in Philadelphia where he started his stand-up career at the age of 16. Since then he has carved out a niche as one of the most powerful and beloved performers working successfully in the alternative as well as the mainstream comedy scenes. His list of credits are endless, as he has a new powerful Netflix hour Special out right now, had a critically acclaimed Comedy Central special, has been a featured guest on The Daily Show, Tosh.0, Sarah Silverman’s I Love You America, Louie, and on the most prestigious late night shows with Jimmy Kimmel, Conan O’Brien, and Jimmy Fallon. Additionally, he has toured with some of the greatest comedians of our generation including David Cross, Daniel Tosh, Jim Gaffigan, Louie CK, Silverman,and David Spade.
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Aug 30, 2018 • 1h 10min
Victor Levin (Part 2 of 2)
Victor Levin is a four time Emmy-nominated writer, director and producer who cut his teeth in television with shows like "Down the Shore," "The Larry Sanders Show," "Mad Men," "Dream On," and "Mad About You. "
In 2015, he made his feature film directorial debut with "5 to 7," based on his own original script, which has since become a cult classic in its genre.
His latest film, the romantic comedy "Destination Wedding," starring Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder is coming out in theaters Friday, August 31st.
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Aug 27, 2018 • 55min
Victor Levin (Part 1 of 2)
Victor Levin is a four time Emmy-nominated writer, director and producer who cut his teeth in television with shows like "Down the Shore," "The Larry Sanders Show," "Mad Men," "Dream On," and "Mad About You. "
In 2015, he made his feature film directorial debut with "5 to 7," based on his own original script, which has since become a cult classic in its genre.
His latest film, the romantic comedy "Destination Wedding," starring Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder is coming out in theaters Friday, August 31st.
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Aug 23, 2018 • 50min
Garfunkel and Oates (Part 2 of 2)
Garfunkel & Oates are a Los Angeles, California-based comedic folk-rock duo consisting of Riki Lindhome (Garfunkel) and Kate Micucci (Oates).
They were introduced to each other by comic Doug Benson at the Uptight Citizens Brigade theatre group in Los Angeles. Lindhome and Micucci released their first album "Music Songs" in 2009.
This was followed by the subsequent albums "All Over Your Face" in 2011 and "Slippery When Moist" in 2012. Moreover, the pair have appeared on various TV shows such as "The Big Bang Theory," "Scrubs," and "Gilmore Girls."
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Aug 20, 2018 • 44min
Garfunkel and Oates (Part 1 of 2)
Garfunkel & Oates are a Los Angeles, California-based comedic folk-rock duo consisting of Riki Lindhome (Garfunkel) and Kate Micucci (Oates).
They were introduced to each other by comic Doug Benson at the Uptight Citizens Brigade theatre group in Los Angeles. Lindhome and Micucci released their first album "Music Songs" in 2009.
This was followed by the subsequent albums "All Over Your Face" in 2011 and "Slippery When Moist" in 2012. Moreover, the pair have appeared on various TV shows such as "The Big Bang Theory," "Scrubs," and "Gilmore Girls."
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Aug 16, 2018 • 1h 1min
Stefan Brogren (Part 2 of 2)
Stefan Brogren is best known for his work in the “Degrassi” franchise. Starting in front of the camera as the beloved Archie “Snake” Simpson,” Stefan then found his love for working behind the scenes and went on to direct over 60 episodes of the iconic series. Stefan has 3 nominations and 2 wins at the Canadian Screen Awards for best direction. He won a Directors Guild of Canada award in 2015 and received his 4th nomination in 2017.
Stefan is also an accomplished producer who received 4 Emmy nominations for his work. This year, Stefan has been working on a new series for Hulu called “Hollie Hobbie” as a director and co-executive producer.
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