The 50/50 Podcast
2 episodes Last Updated: Apr 22, 25
Join us as we sit down with voices from all corners of the entertainment industry, offering educational insight into process, production, and execution.
Hosted by festival founder Luke Steinfeld (Filmmaker) and 50/50 Head of Talent Wyatt Sarkisian (Maximum Effort), the podcast builds on the mission of the festival: to nurture and empower the next generation of industry talent.
Episodes
Apr 22, 2025
HOW TO: Get a Job at SNL (w/ Danielle Gould)
This week, we chat with Danielle Gould — currently working inside the legendary halls of 30 Rock on the 50th season of Saturday Night Live.
Danielle takes us behind the scenes of what it's really like leading up to a live show, and shares the journey that got her there. From internships and cold emails to landing a spot in Lorne Michaels’ office while still at NYU, Danielle reflects on the power of persistence, the importance of staying human in professional spaces, and how fear is only a mindset. Oh, and she does all of this while navigating some major pinch-me moments like trying not to cry too hard when Paul McCartney is rehearsing in front of her.
Listen in to learn how you can practice genuine, authentic networking to land your dream job. Welcome to the 50/50 Family, Danielle!
This week, we chat with Freddy Macdonald (director) about leading with passion, fostering a collaborative on set environment, and nurturing longterm relationships.
Freddy's first narrative short, SEW TORN, went from film school application to premiering as a feature at SXSW to rave reviews, leading to its nationwide release.
Freddy continues to champion 50/50's mission and is a forever part of our family.