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Fish's Call Sheet
Michael Fishman shares a behind the scenes view of the entertainment industry, celebrating the talented people who make film, television, and streaming production possible.
Episodes
31 episodes
Blake Pickens: Creating Productions, Comedy, Cartoons, and Telling the Truth from Where You Come From
In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet, Michael sits down with writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian Blake Pickens for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply personal conversation about craft, identity, and finding your voice i...
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Eden Dranger: On Writing, Being Horny for Acting & Becoming a Not So Starving Artist
In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet, Michael sits down with writer and comedian Eden Dranger for a sharp, funny, and deeply useful conversation about the real craft of writing for film, television, animation, and performers.<...
Ron Moseley: The Call Sheet, the Crew, and the Heartbeat of a Set
In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet, Michael sits down with longtime friend, director, and assistant director Ron Moseley for an honest, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation about the real work that keeps a television se...
Simone Finch: Writing Truth, Sobriety, and the Power of Single Drunk Female
In this episode of Fish’s Call Sheet, Michael sits down with writer, creator, and showrunner Simone Finch, the creative force behind the acclaimed series Single Drunk Female.With credits that include Madam Secr...
Tom Werner: The Sitcom Empire, the Sports Dynasty, and a Conversation 40 years in the Making
In this extraordinary episode of Fish's Call Sheet, Michael Fishman sits down with legendary television producer Tom Werner, co-founder of Carsey-Werner and on of the most influential creative forces in modern televisi...
Back on the Call Sheet - Michael Fishman & Michael Johnson
For the relaunch of Fish's Call Sheet, the tables turn.In this powerful episode, Michel Fishman steps out of the host chair and into the hot seat as his business partner, Michael Johnson, leads an honest, revealing, and deeply per...
Fish's Call Sheet - Danny Zuker - Executive Producer
Five time Emmy winner Danny Zuker is one of the leading executive producers in the entertainment industry. Notably a leading creative force on Modern Family, Zuker has had a truly illustrious career. Beginning as a writer on The Arsenio Hall Sh...
Fish's Call Sheet - Jada Ford - Story Producer
Story Producer and Black Vintage Media founder Jada Ford is an inspirational force in the entertainment industry. Jada began her career as an intern at Maryland Public Television. After college she followed her dreams to Los Angeles quickly lan...
Fish's Call Sheet - Randy Miller - Composer
World renowned composer has created timeless music to enhance countless film, television, and video game productions. Music sets the tone for successful entertainment, moving audiences viscerally, with resonance, and tonality. From the Marvel E...
Fish's Call Sheet - Ken Levine - Writer & Director
Ken Levine has been entertaining audiences around the world for decades. He has written on some of the most memorable characters on iconic television shows in history. As a writer his credits include: The Jeffersons, The Tony Randall Show, M*A*...
Fish's Call Sheet - John Simmons - Director of Photography
Entertainment industry trailblazing cinematographer, world renowned photographer, and accomplished artist John Simmons specializes in capturing iconic moments. His illustrious credits include iCarly, Family Reunion, Kevin Hart: Zero F**ks Given...
Fish's Call Sheet - Katrina Elder - Production Coordinator
From the beginning phases of pre-production as a script starts to take shape through organizing the fundamental portions of filming, the Production Coordinator oversees all logistical requirements. Katrina Elder is an industry leader who specia...
Fish's Call Sheet - Kip Kroeger - Post Producer
Every film and television production depends on a post producer to guide it through post production, and Kip Kroeger is a legend in the field. From editing, to sound mixing, to color correction, and visual effects modern entertainment requires ...
Fish's Call Sheet - Kevin Grace - Lead Set Decorator & Interior Designer
Emmy award winning Set Decorator and renowned Interior Designer Kevin Grace shares his incredible journey from fashion, through reality home makeover star, to being a preeminent Lead Set Decorator on The Kelly Clarkson Show.Kevin reveal...
Fish's Call Sheet - Leann Emmert - Location Scout / Location Manager
World renowned location scout and location manager Leann Emmert reveals the secret of captivating locations that bring productions to life. The first thing that defines Films and Television shows is the location. Locations transport viewers int...
Fish's Call Sheet - Jesse Martinez Carlos - Background Actor / Stand-In Actor
Jesse Martinez Carlos is the man you see in countless productions throughout Hollywood, he joins Michael Fishman to share the secrets behind being a background actor and Stand-In. This episode of Fish's Call Sheet delves into the w...
Fish's Call Sheet - Elda Lopez - Dialogue Coach
Amazing talent and wisdom fills every production. On this episode of Fish's Call Sheet the guest Elda Lopez, shares her experience as a Dialogue Coach. Elda and Michael discuss her original role on Roseanne as Fish's Stand-In.Along with...
Fish's Call Sheet - Vito Giambalvo - Camera Operator / Director / Writer
Famed Cameraman Vito Giambalvo has built a legacy in the entertainment industry that spans the most historic shows in television history. As a camera operator, Associate Director, Director, Writer, and Stand-Up Comic Vito Giambalvo's work has i...
Fish's Call Sheet - Jerry Dunn - Art Director / Production Designer
From design, to production, to presentation the sets used in television and movies establish a world for our imaginations to enter. Art Director and Production Designer Jerry Dunn joins Michael Fishman to walk us through the process from start ...
Fish's Call Sheet - Randall Winston - Executive Producer / Director
Mixed-ish Executive Producer Randall Winston joins Michael Fishman to discuss production from start to finish. They dive into the complex world of producing, the types, styles, and categories of producing. Randall Winston shares his caree...
Fish's Call Sheet - Brian Schnuckel - Editor
Brian Schnuckel has been nominated for multiple Emmy's for his world renowned editing. He currently works as the editor of The Conners on ABC. In this episode we explore the modern editing, what Brian Schnuckel looks for, along with the h...
Fish's Call Sheet - Gail Mancuso - Director
Famed Director Gail Mancuso has been at the helm for iconic television. The two time Emmy award winner shares how she got started in the entertainment industry, and traces her career from Roseanne, through Friends, 30 Rock, Community, and Moder...
Fish's Call Sheet - Michael Rizzolo - Boom Operator
Boom Operator Michael Rizzolo has been on stage for some of the most iconic shows in television history. From Roseanne, Dharma & Greg, Two and A Half Men, to Big Bang Theory and The Conners audiences around the world have heard his wo...
Fish's Call Sheet - Charlie Nicholson - Set Dresser
Set Dresser Charlie Nichols takes us on a poetic journey behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. Nicholson reveals how set dressers layer in the texture of a set, immediately authenticating the audiences adventure.From the prag...
Fish's Call Sheet - Chance Tassone - Craft Services Foreman
If you have been watching Fish's Call Sheet, then you know one name has come up among our guests more than any other, Chance. Chance Tassone is known throughout the entertainment industry as one of the best Craft Services Foreman.Chance...