Casting Director Avy Kaufman & WCW Spotlight Liza Rafael

Renown casting director Avy Kaufman talks with January Green about her storied career, tips for filmmakers and agents and casting during the pandemic. In our Women Crush Wednesdays Spotlight we learn why Liza Rafael is crushing it. Hosts Tammy Reese and Janine McGoldrick discuss the 20th anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival and its new outdoor model and recommend Tyler Perry's The Oval and Ruthless on BET and Ramy on Hulu. Nominate a member for the WCW Spotlight and/or share your story or first time experiences with us at communications@nywift.org. For more great information and events go to NYWIFT.org. Special thanks to Elspeth Collard, the creator our new podcast theme. Social Media & Weblinks: @NYWIFT #nywift Avy - Twitter @akaufmancasting / IG @avykaufmancasting Liza - Twitter @lizajrafael @lovehappensfilm / IG @lizajane10 @lovehappensfilm

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The NYWIFT Podcast (formerly called "Women Crush Wednesdays") is presented by New York Women in Film & Television. We sit down for frank conversations with women working in all areas of the film, TV, and media industry. Plus, we dish on the latest entertainment news, preview upcoming NYWIFT events, highlight our community of members, offer bingewatch recommendations, and report happenings from the red carpet. The NYWIFT podcast is your one-stop shop for all things women in film and TV!