Episodes: 72
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Female
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 43 subscribers
Instagram: 429 followers
Publicly listed emails
whenisabelmetaviva@gmail.com
ithottam@mac.com
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Isabel Thottam - Co-host focused on romantic comedies, female-driven screenwriting, and pathways into the film industry.
Aviva Peltin - Co-host focused on romantic comedies, female-driven screenwriting, and pathways into the film industry.
Catherine Cloutier - Film Editing, Trailer Production, Collaboration, And Editing Romantic Comedies.
Candace Williamson - Film School, Directing, Getting Scripts Made, Documentary Filmmaking, And Independent Film Projects.
Gracen Bayer - Directing, Filmmaking Projects, Genre Preferences, And Challenges In The Film Industry.
7.7 - Directing Finding Emily! (Interview with Alicia MacDonald)
September 02, 2026
In this episode, we are joined on the pod by director Alicia McDonald who shares her journey into filmmaking, the creative process behind her rom-com Finding Emily, and insights into making authentic, relatable stories that challenge genre stereotypes. We got so many great insights from Alicia about her directing experience for Finding Emily and loved chatting with her about what makes a rom com rewatchable and the future of love stories on screen! Follow Alicia:Instagram: https://www.instagr...
7.6 - Editing Nobody Wants This! (Interview with Catherine Cloutier)
August 26, 2026
In this episode, we explore the world of editing! From film school to working on blockbuster trailers and scripted TV shows, this episode features a guest and friend, Catherine Cloutier! Cat shares her insights into the technical and creative aspects of editing, the challenges of trailer production, and how collaboration shapes the final cut. We really loved hearing her thoughts about the art of editing rom coms too! Follow Cat:IMDBInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/catclootFeel free to em...
7.5 - From USC to Cannes (Interview with Candace Williamson)
August 19, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of the pod! This week, we got to chat with local LA Director, Candace Williamson! She shares her journey from USC to Cannes, her experiences at USC, and her innovative projects including a PBS documentary and a short film about black farmers and the history of the banjo! We also have some chit chat about the challenges of getting scripts made, our favorite rom-coms and tropes, and other insights about making your own film.Follow Candace:IMDB: https://www.imdb.c...
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When Isabel Met Aviva is hosted by Isabel Thottam and Aviva Peltin. Its publicly listed emails are whenisabelmetaviva@gmail.com and ithottam@mac.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.
The publicly listed emails for When Isabel Met Aviva: whenisabelmetaviva@gmail.com and ithottam@mac.com.
Podseeker estimates When Isabel Met Aviva reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
When Isabel Met Aviva typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Emerging or independent directors, screenwriters, editors, and filmmakers with practical production experience, film-school or industry backgrounds, and a current project or distinctive perspective on making films. Common among recent guests: Directed or edited independent films, short films, scripted television, or trailers; Created or contributed to documentary projects; Developed or produced original screenplays and film projects. Recent guests include Catherine Cloutier, Candace Williamson, and Gracen Bayer.
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Recent episodes cover Film, Screenwriting, Romantic Comedies, Filmmaking, and Directing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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ithottam@mac.com
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