She's All Over the Place

She's All Over the Place is the ultimate insider guide for modern creators, independent filmmakers, and visionary storytellers navigating the raw realities of the entertainment industry. Hosted by multi-disciplinary artist and industry veteran KYRIAKI Katie Elizabeth Chonacas, this top-tier podcast pulls back the curtain on Hollywood, film festivals, and the global creative economy. From deep dives into independent cinema, documentary filmmaking, and animation to unfiltered conversations with acclaimed directors, actors, and cultural icons, each episode delivers actionable industry insights and deep inspiration. Whether you are searching for creative direction, navigating the festival circuit, or building a sustainable career in the arts, tune in to master your craft, own your story, and turn your creative chaos into a powerful cinematic career.

She's All Over the Place is a tv podcast hosted by Chonacas, with 236 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Chonacas hosts She's All Over the Place, a tv show with 236 episodes published.

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  Episode #33

  HollyShorts World Premiere: Jeremy Max on Directing BLEEDER and the Journey of an NYU Filmmaker

  Aug 18, 202626 minS5

  In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with New York-based writer and director Jeremy Max to discuss his powerful new short film, BLEEDER , ahead of its World Premiere at the HollyShorts Film Festival. BLEEDER is an intimate psychological drama that follows a man who earns a living by enduring brutal beatings, only to find himself confronting the deep emotional wounds he has spent years trying to outrun. Blending raw realism with surrealism, the film offers a profound exploration of trauma, masculinity, and the restorative power of human connection. Jeremy shares the internal choices and creative journey that led him from NYU Tisch to crafting one of the most compelling short films of the festival circuit this year. He also dives into what it takes to build a dedicated filmmaking career and how this project serves as a proof of concept for an upcoming feature adaptation. In this conversation, we explore: The inspiration behind BLEEDER and exploring the hidden emotional burdens men carry. Working with former professional boxer John Duddy ("The Derry Destroyer") to bring absolute authenticity from the ring to the screen. The collaborative process with Academy-invited producer Scott Aharoni ( They Follow , The Chronology of Water ) and cinematographer David Foy. Jeremy's artistic evolution following his acclaimed previous shorts, Dream Girl and The Second Oldest Man Alive . Practical advice for new, dedicated filmmakers navigating the festival circuit and building a proof of concept. If you found this episode inspiring, please share and make sure to subscribe and leave a 5-Star review, as it supports independent creators like you and me. :) Follow and stay connected with us here

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  Episode #32

  Making The Town That Takes: Britt Bankhead & Grace Patterson on Self-Financing Their First Feature

  Aug 9, 202613 minS7

  How do you fully finance your very first feature film, protect your creative vision, and land a major theatrical release? In this episode, we sit down with the powerhouse husband-and-wife filmmaking duo behind the hit supernatural horror thriller, The Town That Takes . Britt Bankhead (director, co-writer, and lead actor) and Grace Patterson (lead actress and executive producer) open up about the realities of independent filmmaking. They share the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of completely self-funding their debut feature, working together as a married couple on set, and securing a North American theatrical release through Atlas Distribution Company . Whether you are a horror fan curious about the movie's terrifying roots in the legendary mystery of Croatoan , or an aspiring filmmaker looking for a blueprint to get your own movie made and distributed, this deep dive is for you. What We Discuss in This Episode: The high-stakes gamble of fully self-financing a debut feature film. Navigating the creative dynamics of co-starring and producing alongside your spouse. The exact steps they took to capture the attention of Atlas Distribution Company. Practical advice for indie directors, writers, and producers trying to break into the industry. Connect with Our Guests & The Film: Watch the Movie: Visit the official The Town That Takes Website to find theater locations and streaming info. IMDb Page: Check out The Town That Takes on IMDb for full cast and crew details. Follow on Instagram: Stay updated via @bankheadproductions . Stay connected with me here : https://www.chonacas.com/links/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review, it supports me as an indie creator :) Also, I am an Amazon Creator , so check out suggestions, and I get to earn commission if you find them helpful :)

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  Episode #31

  Mimi Rogers on Erotic Thriller Night Nurse & Her Iconic Hollywood Career

  Jul 16, 202614 minS7

  Hollywood icon Mimi Rogers joins the She's All Over the Place Podcast to take us behind the scenes of her new psychosexual erotic thriller, NIGHT NURSE. Written and directed by Georgia Bernstein , NIGHT NURSE is an atmospheric, seductive, and perverse film that examines caregiving as both a vocation and a dangerous compulsion. Mimi stars alongside Cemre Paksoy and Bruce McKenzie in a story where the lines blur between care and desire, devotion and delusion. In this exclusive interview, Mimi shares what drew her to this intense character study, working with filmmaker Georgia Bernstein, and how the film pays homage to the classic visual tropes of Brian De Palma, Atom Egoyan, and Michael Haneke. NIGHT NURSE is now playing in select theaters! • New York: IFC Center, AMC Empire 25, Alamo Drafthouse Manhattan • Los Angeles: Laemmle Monica Film Center, Laemmle Glendale NIGHT NURSE—distributed officially by IFC (Independent Film Company). Watch the official trailer here Subscribe to She's All Over the Place for more exclusive celebrity interviews and entertainment insider news!

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  Episode #30

  Suspicious Minds Docuseries: AI Delusions with Dr. Joel Gold & Wondermind

  Jul 10, 202618 minS7

  Are chatbots, algorithms, and artificial intelligence rewriting the architecture of human madness? In this special crossover episode, we sit down with the team behind Suspicious Minds , an urgent new docuseries co-produced by Agoric Media and Selena Gomez's mental fitness ecosystem, Wondermind . We are joined by Sean King O'Grady, who chats about world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Joel Gold and philosopher Ian Gold, PhD, the groundbreaking duo who first identified the "Truman Show Delusion." Together, we explore the thin line between mental wellness and digital paranoia, tracking how tomorrow's hyperreal, AI-dominated landscape is triggering complex, life-altering delusions. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the omnipresent digital world, this eye-opening conversation will change how you view your phone, your mind, and our collective future. In This Episode, We Discuss: The New Frontier of Paranoia: How AI technologies, chatbots, and surveillance fears are shaping modern psychological delusions. The Truman Show Delusion: How the Golds first identified the phenomenon of believing your life is a reality TV show, and how Y2K fears evolved into AI panic. Culture vs. Madness: The fascinating ways our technological environment directly influences the manifestation of mental illness. Destigmatizing the Digital Minefield: Practical insights on awareness, prevention, and treatment in an unrecognizable digital age. Inside Wondermind & Agoric Media: The mission driven by Selena Gomez and Mandy Teefey to democratize mental fitness through cinematic, expert-backed storytelling. About Our Guests & Collaborators: Agoric Media: A direct-to-audience storytelling studio run by Molly Borman, Jesse Ford, and award-winning filmmaker Sean King O'Grady ( The Mill , Mr. Crocket ). Dr. Joel Gold, MD: Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai, former Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Bellevue Hospital, and author of Suspicious Minds: How Culture Shapes Madness . Ian Gold, PhD: Professor of Philosophy & Psychiatry at McGill University, specializing in the theory of delusion and neuroscience. Wondermind: A mental fitness ecosystem co-founded by Mandy Teefey and Selena Gomez to make mental health accessible, routine, and judgment-free. Resources & Links Mentioned: Check out the docuseries Explore Wondermind Read the book: Suspicious Minds: How Culture Shapes Madness by Dr. Joel Gold and Ian Gold. Follow She's All Over the Place Podcast

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  Episode #29

  The Icon of SNL's Pat: Trans Identity, 90s Comedy & Making 'We Are Pat' with Rowan Haber

  Jun 23, 202619 minS7

  Filmmaker Rowan Haber dives into the cultural phenomenon of SNL's iconic 90s character "Pat" and how it intersects with modern trans and non-binary identity. We break down the buzz surrounding We Are Pat , the critically acclaimed documentary from the Tribeca Film Festival . Learn how this hilarious, endearing film connects the world of comedy to deep questions of identity, details on its expanded nationwide theatrical run, and its highly anticipated June 23rd digital release via Tribeca Films for Pride Month. Behind the Lens of a Queer Cinema Masterpiece: We also look at the powerhouse, star-studded creative team bringing this film to life. From legendary queer executive producers like Alan Cumming , Lilly Wachowski , and Adrian Salpeter , to a "who's who" of game-changing documentary filmmakers including Caryn Capotosto , Lauren Greenfield , and Kirsten Vangsness , this project represents a massive milestone for diverse storytelling. Key Takeaways in This Episode: The SNL Legacy: How a 1990s comedy sketch predicted today's mainstream conversations around gender. Theatrical & Digital Release Dates: Where to watch We Are Pat across major cities (NY, LA, Chicago, Portland, Philly) and online this June. Diverse Filmmaking: The importance of trans, non-binary, and queer leadership both in front of and behind the camera. Plus More! Tune in to find out! Watch and learn more: We Are Pat Official Trailer here . We Are Pat Website TVOD/Digital Links: Apple TV Fandango Prime Video

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