Don't Kill the Messenger with Movie Strategist Kevin Goetz
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. Learn how movies begin, and end—with the audience.
Host: Kevin Goetz
Producer: Kari Campano
Writers: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, Nick Nunez, & Kari Campano
Audio Engineer: Gary Forbes
Produced at DG Entertainment, Los Angeles CA
Marketing Team: Kari Campano, Dax Ross, Daniel Gamino, & Ashton Brackett
Guest Booking: Kari Campano & Kathy Manabat
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 74
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
George Folsey Jr. (Veteran Film Editor & Producer) on Film Editing and the Art of the "Fix"
(Interview recorded Aug 14, 2024 and released Nov 6, 2024. George Folsey Jr. died on December 29th, 2024 at the age of 85. Thank you, George, for all that you gave to this in…
Susan Cartsonis (Veteran Producer & Former Studio Executive) on Filmmaking and Championing Women’s Stories
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Susan Cartsonis, a renowned producer and former studio executive known for championing women's …
Spring Aspers (President of Sony Music Group, Grammy Nominated Executive) on Music Supervision and the Magic of Movie Soundtracks
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Spring Aspers, the Grammy-nominated President of Sony Pictures Music Group. With a career spann…
Paula Wagner and Rick Nicita (Hollywood Power Couple) on their Illustrious Careers as Agents and Producers
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Hollywood power couple Paula Wagner and Rick Nicita. Wagner has worked in the top ranks of the …
Ron Howard (Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy & Grammy Award-Winning Filmmaker) on His Legendary Career in Hollywood
In this special 50th episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews one of Hollywood's most successful and versatile directors, Ron Howard. His extraordinar…
Cheryl Boone Isaacs (Veteran Marketing Executive & Former President of AMPAS) on Breaking Barriers and Fostering Diversity in Hollywood
In this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz sits down with a trailblazing figure in the entertainment industry, Cheryl Boone Isaacs. As a public relations a…
Will Speck and Josh Gordon (Writers, Directors, Producers) on Mastering Movies, TV, and Commercials as a Creative Duo
In this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz interviews the directing, producing, and writing team of Will Speck and Josh Gordon. This talented duo has made …
DeVon Franklin (Producer, Bestselling Author, & Former Studio Executive) on Faith, Film, & Finding Success in Hollywood
In this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, Kevin Goetz sits down with DeVon Franklin, film and TV producer, bestselling author, motivational speaker, and former studio exec…
Sharon Stone Part 2 of 2 (Award-Winning Actress, Activist, & Painter) on Her Hollywood Journey
In Part 2 of this 2-part episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with the iconic Sharon Stone to discuss her journey through Hollywood, her experien…
Sharon Stone Part 1 of 2 (Award-Winning Actress, Activist, & Painter) on Her Hollywood Journey
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with his longtime friend, the legendary actress Sharon Stone. Sharon shares intimate stories about her up…
McG (Acclaimed Director & Producer) on Directing Hollywood Blockbusters and the Power of Audience Research
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with director and producer, Joseph McGinty Nichol, better known as McG. They discuss McG's journey in the…
Greg Foster (Former CEO of IMAX Entertainment, Industry Consultant) on Transforming IMAX, Working with Hollywood Legends, and the Future of Cinema
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with Greg Foster, former CEO of IMAX Entertainment and current owner of the entertainment and media consu…
Bill Block (Veteran Agent, Producer & Studio Head) on Audience Research, Film Financing, and the Impact of AI
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz engages in an insightful conversation with Bill Block, a renowned agent, executive pr…
Carol Baum (Veteran Studio Executive and Producer) on the Art of Creative Producing
(Recorded December 2023)
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with veteran producer Carol Baum, whose impressive career includes working w…
Melva Benoit (Veteran Entertainment Researcher/Strategist) on the Intersection of Television, Audience Research, and Marketing
In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," host Kevin Goetz sits down with Melva Benoit, founder and president of the Marian Dupree Group. A trailblazer in research and c…
Colleen Camp (Actress and Producer) on Longevity as a Hollywood Chameleon
Host and entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz sits down with the multi-talented Colleen Camp. With a career spanning 6 decades in acting and over 2 decades in producing,…
Nick Stoller (Director, Screenwriter) on Crafting Comedy Gold
Host and entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz sits down with talented screenwriter and director Nick Stoller. With a remarkable portfolio that includes hit comedy films …
Eli Roth (Director, Screenwriter, Producer, Actor) on his Unique Directorial Vision and Testing the Limits in Horror
Kevin Goetz sits down with acclaimed filmmaker Eli Roth.
Eli burst onto the scene in 2002 with his indie horror hit Cabin Fever and cemented his reputation with the extremely…
Ben Mankiewicz (Host of Turner Classic Movies) on Cinema Classics & Growing Up in a Legendary Family
Join Kevin Goetz as he welcomes the host of Turner Classic Movies, Ben Mankiewicz. As a member of the illustrious Mankiewicz family, Ben provides a unique insider perspective…
Hawk Koch (Veteran Producer and Former AMPAS & PGA President) On His Extraordinary Hollywood Career And Working With Icons
Kevin Goetz is joined by veteran Hollywood producer Hawk Koch.
With over 50 years in the movie business, Koch has countless stories to share from his prolific career working …