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Don't Kill the Messenger with Movie Research Expert Kevin Goetz

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by Kevin Goetz

4.9(59 reviews)
93 episodes
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<p>Don’t Kill the Messenger dives deep into the careers of Hollywood’s most influential voices including executives and filmmakers alike. Hosted by entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz, the interviews are more than story-sharing, they are intimate conversations between friends and a powerful filmmaking masterclass. Discover what it really takes to bring your favorite movies to life. Find Don’t Kill the Messenger on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.&nbsp; Learn how movies begin, and end—with the audience.</p><p><br>Host: Kevin Goetz<br>Producer: Kari Campano<br>Writers: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, Nick Nunez, &amp; Kari Campano<br>Audio Engineer: Gary Forbes<br>Produced at DG Entertainment, Los Angeles CA</p><p>Marketing Team: Kari Campano, Dax Ross, Daniel Gamino, &amp; Ashton Brackett</p><p>Guest Booking:&nbsp; Kari Campano &amp; Kathy Manabat<br><br></p>

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What is Don't Kill the Messenger with Movie Research Expert Kevin Goetz?
<p>Don’t Kill the Messenger dives deep into the careers of Hollywood’s most influential voices including executives and filmmakers alike. Hosted by entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz, the interviews are more than story-sharing, they are intimate conversations between friends and a powerful filmmaking masterclass. Discover what it really takes to bring your favorite movies to life. Find Don’t Kill the Messenger on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.&nbsp; Learn how movies begin, and end—with the audience.</p><p><br>Host: Kevin Goetz<br>Producer: Kari Campano<br>Writers: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, Nick Nunez, &amp; Kari Campano<br>Audio Engineer: Gary Forbes<br>Produced at DG Entertainment, Los Angeles CA</p><p>Marketing Team: Kari Campano, Dax Ross, Daniel Gamino, &amp; Ashton Brackett</p><p>Guest Booking:&nbsp; Kari Campano &amp; Kathy Manabat<br><br></p>
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