Episode #109
The Kid Who Had to Be in Show Business: Julian Schlossberg — Part 1
Julian Schlossberg has spent more than six decades in show business — producing films and Broadway shows, distributing movies, representing legendary talent, working as a television executive, author, broadcaster, and much more. But long before any of that, he was a kid from New York who simply knew he had to find a way into the entertainment business. In Part 1 of our conversation, Julian takes us back to the beginning — from growing up obsessed with radio, television, movies, and theater to driving a cab, working at ABC and Paramount Pictures, and ultimately betting on himself and building his own company. Along the way, he shares remarkable stories about the people who helped shape his journey, including Carol Burnett, Elia Kazan, Elaine May, Mike Nichols, Alan Arkin, Orson Welles, and others. He also explains why he walked away from the security of a major studio, how an unconventional approach helped him build one of the largest independent film libraries in America, and why decades of success taught him that nobody truly knows what will connect with an audience. Julian is a remarkable storyteller, and this is a funny, revealing and deeply personal conversation about ambition, relationships, risk, failure, resilience, and a lifelong love of show business. And this is only Part 1. In Part 2, Julian reflects on his legacy, shares advice for those coming up behind him, and reveals why, after more than six decades in show business, he still isn't slowing down. To discover more episodes or connect with us: Website Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Facebook
