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Below the Line

Tess Rianne Sullivan

Booking Overview

An interview show focused on the people, careers, and craft behind film, featuring external guests such as filmmakers, actors, cinematographers, and documentary creators. PR agencies can pitch working film creatives with a current project or credible behind-the-scenes expertise; booking difficulty is likely low, as the show highlights both emerging and established professionals.

Metrics

Episodes: 32

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.3k subscribers

Instagram: 1.1k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

waitformemedia@gmail.com

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Host

Tess Rianne Sullivan - A host with a strong interest in cinema and the entertainment industry, especially how films are made and the people and careers behind them.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Working film and television creatives with relevant production experience, a current project, or substantial expertise in their craft. Guests range from independent filmmakers and actors to established cinematographers and film educators.
Required Achievements:  
Directed, written, produced, or acted in an independent film or documentary, Built a sustained career in a film craft or production role, Held a recognized industry or film-education leadership position

Recent Guest Discussions

Daniel Hayden - Mockumentary Filmmaking, Comedy, Improvisation, And Bringing An Unusual Independent Film Concept To Life.

Sydney O'Toole - Making An Independent Comedy, Working With Improvisers, And Building Believable On-screen Friendships.

Rachel Olson - Making An Independent Comedy, Working With Improvisers, And Building Believable On-screen Friendships.

Andrew Davies Gans - Making A Documentary About His Father, Family Memories, Grief, And The Process Of Exploring A Personal Legacy Through Film.

Stephen Lighthill - Cinematography, Film And Digital Production, Career Development, Collaboration On Set, And Film Education.

Recent Topics

Film, Filmmaking, Independent Film, Cinematography, Documentary Film

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Below the Line
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The world looks completely depending you stand

October 12, 2026

At Dances with Films Los Angeles 2025, Below the Line Festival Edition host Hannah Satterlee talks with producer Emma Schlenoff about The Obelisk, a seemingly post-apocalyptic suspense thriller that uses its fractured world to explore perspective, truth, fear and communication in America today.Emma discusses filming in rural Vermont, using locations exactly as they found them, the film’s environmental themes, and why the filmmakers hope The Obelisk starts conversations long after the credits ...

One interview. Two films. Two very different kinds of mess.

October 08, 2026

Recorded at Dances With Films Los Angeles 2025, Below the Line Festival Edition host Hannah Satterlee sits down with the filmmakers behind A Bloody Mess and The Nickname.The Nickname turns a seemingly innocent bachelorette party tradition into a comedy about friendship, embarrassment and discovering that your friends may have been calling you something terrible behind your back.A Bloody Mess takes things in a completely different direction with an offbeat mockumentary investigating a bizarre ...

Voices The Danny Gans Story

October 05, 2026

What happens when making a documentary becomes a deeply personal journey through grief, family, and legacy?In this special Below the Line: Festival Edition, host Judy Nguyen sits down with filmmaker Andrew Davies Gans to discuss his moving documentary, Voices: The Danny Gans Story, an intimate portrait of legendary Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans, told through the eyes of his son.Known as one of the greatest performers in Las Vegas history, Danny Gans earned the city's highest honor, Ent...

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Frequently asked questions

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Below the Line
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How do I get in touch with Below the Line?

Below the Line is hosted by Tess Rianne Sullivan. Its publicly listed email is waitformemedia@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Below the Line?

The publicly listed email for Below the Line: waitformemedia@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Below the Line have?

Podseeker estimates Below the Line reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Below the Line?

Below the Line typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Working film and television creatives with relevant production experience, a current project, or substantial expertise in their craft. Guests range from independent filmmakers and actors to established cinematographers and film educators. Common among recent guests: Directed, written, produced, or acted in an independent film or documentary; Built a sustained career in a film craft or production role; Held a recognized industry or film-education leadership position. Recent guests include Daniel Hayden, Sydney O'Toole, and Rachel Olson.

How hard is it to get booked on Below the Line?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Below the Line cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Filmmaking, Independent Film, Cinematography, and Documentary Film. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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