Episodes

  • Project Updates, Mindset and Taking Daily Action Steps Towards Your Goals and New AFM Location

    Project Updates, Mindset and Taking Daily Action Steps Towards Your Goals and New AFM Location
    Nov 1 2024
    Laura is finishing up some projects in London and will then be attending the International Film Festival in Wales where her new romcom screenplay "Happy Accidents' will be recognized as one of the outstanding screenplays. Also learn about the American Film Festival being held in Las Vegas and some inspirational tips for making your dreams a reality.


    You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on X @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram, TikTok and Insight Timer @laurapowers44.
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    5 mins
  • AI for Creators and iHollywood Film Festival with Joyce Chow

    AI for Creators and iHollywood Film Festival with Joyce Chow
    Jul 12 2023
    Joyce Chow is the Founder and Festival Director of iHollywood Film Fest, which was the first film festival to award NFTs to filmmakers as awards. She is an ecosystem builder, advisor, executive+life coach and storyteller. She has lead creatives into technology and hosted webinars on Hollywood for creatives and moderated panels on Hollywood, Web3 and NFTs at SXSW, NFT.NYC and CoinAgenda in Monaco. As a media personality and journalist for nearly two decades she grew to become a filmmaker. She has navigated the world of talent, entertainment and media in arts, entertainment, fashion, technology, automotive and blockchain. Joyce recognizes industry directions, pioneering companies and unique abilities of storytellers and creating synergistic partnerships.
    Learn more about the film festival at https://ihollywoodfilmfest.com/

    You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram @laurapowers44.
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    21 mins
  • Cannes Film Festival 2023 Wrap-Up

    Cannes Film Festival 2023 Wrap-Up
    Jun 13 2023
    Join Laura as she shares her experiences from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. She talks about the premieres of major films starring Natalie Portman, Julian Moore, Ben Affleck, and Johnny Depp. She also discusses the documentary Killers of the Flower Moon, directed by Martin Scorsese, which generated a lot of buzz. Fashion was a huge focus of the festival, and Laura wraps up the episode with tips for how to make the most of your trip — and save money — if you ever attend!

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    You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram @laurapowers44.
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    10 mins
  • Filmmaking in Bulgaria and the Cannes Film Fest with Minh Colins

    Filmmaking in Bulgaria and the Cannes Film Fest with Minh Colins
    May 18 2023
    Minh Collins joins Laura to talk about the feature film that he recently finished producing in Bulgaria. They talk about the upcoming Cannes Film Festival which runs May 16 through 23, 2023.

    Minh Collins began his filmmaking career in 1997 on the independent feature film “Sparkler.” This positive experience prompted him to switch careers from the medical field to the entertainment industry. Never regretting the transition, he has created a list of notable projects on his resume. In 2019 Minh directed a horror feature film “Clown Fear” and is currently being distributed by Lionsgate. 2019 also marks the release of a powerful documentary about the sexual harassment inside the film industry call “Rocking The Couch” written and directed by Mr. Collins. 2011 Minh directed the feature film “Hit List,” a dark-romantic comedy starring Joey Lawrence, Shirly Brener, Andrea Evans, Chris Owen, Curtis Armstrong, and Laura Wiggins which is currently being distributed internationally. Minh also directed two television pilots: “Bottom Feeders,” and “Venice Beach Sushi” in 2009. “Bottom Feeders” went on winning the Aloha Accolade Award for Excellence in Filmmaking during the 2009 Honolulu International Film Festival.

    Check out the music video for Mickael Mir's "Sur la route" directed by Minh Collins!
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_cVvD00n_Y

    Laura is a Celebrity Psychic who has been featured by Buzzfeed, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, the CW, Motherboard by Vice Magazine, The Jet Set television show, and many others.You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram @laurapowers44.
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    26 mins
  • Building the Business Foundation for Your Acting Career with Jodie Bentley

    Building the Business Foundation for Your Acting Career with Jodie Bentley
    Oct 18 2022
    Jodie Bentley, an NYU Tisch trained actor, producer, and audiobook narrator has worked for Netflix, Hulu, ABC, CBS and many more big-name institutions. Since 2008, she has been a career coach for actors and in 2022 was named one of the Top 20 Coaches in Los Angeles by Influence Digest. She is also the former CEO of The Savvy Actor and Accelerated Artist. She helps actors take back their power and build the career they desire. Learn more at www.jodiebentleycareercoach.com/

    Laura will be starting a new 9-week podcasting course in February, 2023! Learn how to grow your network, spread your wings, get comfortable with the technology, and gain insights from expert co-teachers. Why start from scratch when you can get a quantum leap into your podcasting journey? For more information visit www.powershour.biz/9-week-podcasting-course-how-to-launch-grow-and-monetize-your-show

    To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.
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    40 mins
  • 2022 Cannes Film Festival Wrap-Up

    2022 Cannes Film Festival Wrap-Up
    Jul 9 2022
    Laura attended the Cannes Film Festival and has all the highlights from this year's awards and events, as well as recommendations for making the most of your trip if you are able to make it in the future.

    To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.
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    7 mins
  • Editing with Nina Helene Hirten

    Editing with Nina Helene Hirten
    May 15 2022
    Nina Helene Hirten is a cinematic editor and multimedia artist in Los Angeles. Some of her recent notable work was serving as editor for Universal’s Curious George: Royal Monkey, and Previsualization Editor for both Marvel’s Ant-Man and the Wasp and Sony’s Venom. In addition, she edits indie projects in the genres of animation, horror, drama, and more. Currently, she is lead editor on Amy Pohler’s animated series “Duncanville”, airing on Fox and Hulu.

    After earning an BFA in Film from Ryerson University in Toronto, Nina edited and composed the music for the feature documentary, Citizen Marc, as well as edited a number of short indie films, music videos, and documentaries in Canada. She served on the board of the Canadian Cinema Editors (CCE) for 6 years.

    Born in New York City, and educated in San Francisco, Stuttgart’s Technical School of Media (HdM) in Germany, and Toronto, and now living in L.A., Nina has powerful international eyes and ears for all aspects of film and media. She is a member of IATSE Local 700 and is actively involved in a number of editing and animation communities in the L.A. area. Learn more at https://ninahirten.com/

    To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.
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    23 mins
  • GRAMMYs 2022 Wrap-Up

    GRAMMYs 2022 Wrap-Up
    Apr 12 2022
    Laura was at the star-studded awards show and has the scoop on all the awards as well as the more serious moments such as Ukrainian President Zelinsky's address. Be sure to listen to hear about all the awards given out by the Recording Academy.

    To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on Twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram and TikTok at laurapowers44.
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    3 mins