"Inside Urban Hollywood" on BlogTalkRadio takes you behind-the-scenes for insider insight into the people, issues and events that reflect the pulse of who's doing what, where and when in Urban Hollywood. Veteran entertainment journalist, author and film festival director Tanya Kersey is known for having her finger on the pulse of what's happening in Urban Hollywood. In addition to the inside scoop on the latest urban entertainment news, "Inside Urban Hollywood" also features interviews with some of Hollywood's movers and shakers -- from filmmakers, directors and writers to studio executives, agents and entertainment attorneys -- who share their knowledge and insights to help those aspiring, beginning and hoping to grow their careers in the entertainment industry. Callers are encouraged to call (646) 200-3290 to listen or ask questions. The stream and archives are available at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/InsideUrbanHollywood. The show is live every Monday night at 8:00pm PST/11:00pm EST. Pacific. The show is hosted on BlogTalkRadio. 

Listen to past shows:

Jacqueline Blaylock, Programming Director, Hollywood Black Film Festival (04-07-08)

Festival programmer Jacqueline Blaylock talks about "Making the Fest Of It" -- the process of & strategy to submitting your film to screen at a film festival; and what strategies the filmmaker, once selected, can use to reap the most benefits from their festival experience.

Casting Directors Twinkie Byrd and Pamela Staton (04-14-08)

Interview with Casting Directors Twinkie Byrd ("Notorious," "Stomp the Yard") and Pamela Staton ("All About You," "Traci Townsend") about how indie filmmakers can get A-list and well-known talent cast in their independent film projects. They also discuss how actors can jumpstart their careers by acting in indie films.

Film distribution guru Stacey Parks (04-21-08)

Film distribution guru Stacey Parks takes questions from listeners on a wide variety of topics related to film distribution.

Entertainment Attorney Mychal Wilson (04-28-08)

Entertainment attorney Mychal Wilson of Mindfusion Law discusses the role of the attorney in independent film production. Wilson talks about the legal pitfalls, from screenplay through distribution, that independent filmmakers often face, and how to avoid them, and how to increase your leverage in deal negotiations.

Film Distribution Executivr Brett Dismuke (05-05-08)

Brett Dismuke, Vice President of Acquisitions & Urban Programming for Image Entertainment helms the company's urban film distribution division. Brett discusses the current state of urban film distribution and offer tips on how to get your film picked up for distribution.

Film financing consultant and author Louise Levison (05-12-08)

Film financing consultant and author Louise Levison discusses business planning and film financing for independent filmmakers on "Inside Urban Hollywood." Levison writes business plans for film and entertainment companies, develops corporate strategies and guides entrepreneurs in looking for and working with equity financing. She is the author of Filmmakers and Financing: Business Plans for Independents and as publisher/editor of “The Film Entrepreneur" Newsletter.

Film Financier Kevin D. Kinsey (05-19-08)

Kevin D. Kinsey will appear on "Inside Urban Hollywood" with host Tanya Kersey on Monday, May 19, 2008, at 8pm PST/11pm EST, to discuss creative film financing and distribution for independent filmmakers. Kevin runs Exodus Entertainment Bancorp, Inc. which specializes in production finance and distribution for film and TV. He has structured a feature film finance facility placement of funds for projects with budgets capitalized at $10 million.