Todd chats with Jon M. Chu about working on the first all Asian cast film in over 20 years and his personal connection to the film - being discovered by Steven Spielberg - and how long he waited to catch his big break with Step Up 2: The Streets.
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Sep 17
Director, Scott Waugh
Think your childhood was action packed? Scott Waugh shares about his life growing up in a family of famous Hollywood stuntmen, working with the legends like Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Michael Mann, and Jackie Chan, the modern advancements in stunt technology, how acting clas ... Show More
1h 10m
Sep 10
Practical Magic / Heathers producer, Denise Di Novi
The Velvet Steamroller herself, Denise Di Novi, joins Todd to discuss her start in the world of journalism, how she came to produce classic films like Heathers and Little Women, the string of hit movies she made with Tim Burton, how film development has drastically changed since ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 2020
'Crazy Rich Asians' director Jon Chu on diversity in storytelling and embracing cultural identity
Whether it's in reality or on our screens, full and equitable representation matters -- in government, boardrooms, books, and certainly in film and media. Jon Chu, the film director who brought the wonderful Crazy Rich Asians to our screens, is breaking barriers in entertainment. ... Show More
31m 32s
May 2020
‘The Half of It’ with Jon M. Chu, Eric Nam, and Eddie Nam
Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M. Chu is here to talk about Netflix’s The Half of It! Tune in for an enriching discussion on love, friendship, the immigrant experience, and so much more. Jon also weighs in on Asian American representation in Hollywood and shares his biggest tip f ... Show More
1h 16m
Oct 2024
Why creativity thrives on challenges | Jon M. Chu
Filmmaker Jon M. Chu has enjoyed an incredible run of success, directing films like "Crazy Rich Asians," "In the Heights" and the highly anticipated adaptation of "Wicked" in theaters soon. But he wasn't always sure he'd make it big. In a wide-ranging conversation, Chu gives his ... Show More
58m 2s
Sep 2024
Ronny Chieng Spotlights Top Asian Voices in Film
Ronny Chieng sits with Oscar-nominated actor Hong Chau to talk about her new film, The Instigators, and her career in Hollywood. Plus, director Jon M. Chu joins Ronny to chat about his new book, Viewfinder: A Memoir of Seeing and Being Seen, his advice to young dreamers, and what ... Show More
21m 24s