In this episode of Call Sheet Confessions, host Mia LePage sits down with creative director, multi-hyphenate, and viral “Sign My Lens” mastermind Izzy for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at how she went from iMovie warrior and ASMR chaos gremlin… to Times Square billboards, the Grammys red carpet, and now the Oscars.

From painting on her face and screaming into a camera at 16, to interning at a production studio in high school, to building a creative career across music, fashion, and lifestyle campaigns, her journey is a blueprint for self-made storytellers who refuse to wait for permission.

Before the viral Grammys sign and Recording Academy calls, Izzy opens up about being the “weird” entrepreneurial kid who left school midday to work, binging early Asian YouTubers to learn production, and turning free prom dresses and Famous Footwear shoes into real brand partnerships by making herself—and her ideas—impossible to ignore.

Together, Mia and Izzy dive into:

Philly roots & early hustle – leaving high school midday to work at 16, leading student government, and embracing being “slightly weird” and entrepreneurial from day one

Representation and Asian YouTube era – growing up with no local representation, finding JK Films, David So, Timothy DeLaGhetto, Wong Fu, and deciding to document her own journey

From ASMR chaos to series queen – painting her face, screaming at the camera, and turning unhinged ASMR into viral content and early series like full-time creative, part-time student and Izzy Learns Things

Learning production before graduation – landing a high school internship at Cucinara Productions (now BTS Studios), jumping from iMovie to Adobe Premiere, and getting thrown real-client work editing for Cole Hamels’ daughter

Turning wants into work – pitching prom dress brands and Famous Footwear, trading great storytelling and visuals for product, and realizing everything she wants can be “paid for” with intentional content

What a real call sheet looks like – admin mornings, afternoon creative sprints, prospecting for new leads, and why she treats production and red carpet days like game days (matcha, stretching, and all)

Inside the Grammys “Sign My Lens” phenomenon – getting the Recording Academy call, pitching seven concepts in three hours, improvising with $1 Dollar Tree and Michael’s acrylic frames, and still getting every single person on the carpet to sign

Billie Eilish, Times Square, and pressure diamonds – how one sweet interaction and consistent virality changed the exposure on her work, and why pressure only works if your foundation is solid

Big budget vs big ideas – shooting a full documentary on $10k, why equipment is a luxury (not a requirement), and how done beats perfect every single time

Virality myths & brand trust – why “I just want to go viral” is her industry ick, how virality without infrastructure means nothing, and why she focuses on brand trust and long-term IP instead of chasing the algorithm

Freelancing is “unstable”? Cap. – how she’s been an entrepreneur since 16, built retainer-based income, and why if you’re capped financially, it’s often a positioning problem, not a talent problem

🎬 You don’t need permission, a huge budget, or a perfect plan. You need taste, tenacity, and the courage to pitch big ideas before you feel ready.

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In this episode of Call Sheet Confessions, host Mia LePage sits down with red carpet PA, moderator, and host Logan Grube for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to move across the country, break into entertainment, and build a career one connection (and 12-hour day) at a time.

From grinding in Midwest restaurants and construction, to managing a brand new Buffalo Wild Wings, to now working The Voice, Netflix’s Let’s Marry Harry, and the Emmys / Golden Globes red carpets, Logan’s journey is a masterclass in attitude, resilience, and saying “yes” before you feel ready.

Before the Golden Globes crowds and red carpet setups, Logan opens up about growing up in Mansfield, Ohio, discovering he’s “good with people,” road-tripping solo across the U.S. to move to LA, and how his sisters in the industry helped him get a foot in the door—but his work ethic and personality kept him in the room.

Together, Mia and Logan dive into:

Midwest roots & personality hires – being the “Energizer Bunny” kid, loving the outdoors, and why being a good hang can matter just as much as being good at your job

Choosing “safe” business management… then pivoting – thinking a college degree would be a golden ticket, working IT staffing, and realizing the traditional path wasn’t it

Restaurant & construction grind – 60–70 hour weeks, opening a Buffalo Wild Wings at 24, and how running a restaurant secretly prepared him for production schedules and chaos

The move to LA – fires forcing his sisters to move, the “if there’s a will, there’s a way” mindset, and a 10–day solo road trip through Chicago, Colorado, Utah, and Vegas

First gigs in entertainment – day-playing on The Voice, talent wrangling on a reconfigured set, feeling “off” and still getting called back, and learning that you’re always auditioning for your next show

From The Voice to Netflix & red carpets – how one day on a set led to Let’s Marry Harry, then E! red carpet work at the Emmys & Golden Globes through relationships and reputation

How to be a PA people actually want back – “be available, be invisible,” why perception is everything, and the fine line between being helpful and being a kiss-ass

Networking without being weird – talking to everyone on set (drivers, art, grips, coordinators), avoiding PA purgatory, and remembering that “anybody can be anybody” on the next show

Freelance reality vs 9–5 life – missing the consistent gym routine and early mornings, but embracing unpredictable call times, random off-weeks, and the tradeoffs of loving what you do

Friends, relationships, and sacrifice in entertainment – why you need people who understand last-minute call times, canceled plans, and ghosting for a week because you’re on a run of 12s

Crafty Corner & industry icks – best crafty picks (breakfast burritos, fruit snacks, Sour Patch watermelon), the return of the sweet tooth, and why constant job-begging & over-kiss-ass behavior are major red flags
Protecting your reputation when you vouch for others – the risk of recommending people, why your name is your currency, and how one bad referral can cost you calls later

🎬 No nepotism without hustle. Connections can open the door—but showing up kind, prepared, and ready to work is what keeps you inside.

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In this episode of Call Sheet Confessions, host Mia LePage sits down with sports camera operator and studio utility Josh Boro for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to break into live sports production and survive 16-hour days on the road.

From shooting Temple athletics with ESPN crews, to freelancing under his own banner, to now working with Fox Sports in both studio and on-site race coverage, Josh’s journey is a masterclass in initiative, humility, and hustle.

Before the Super Bowls, IndyCar races, and national broadcasts, Josh opens up about growing up in South Jersey, discovering cameras through his dad’s camcorder, and turning silly middle school YouTube skits into a real career path.

He shares how Temple’s resources quietly unlocked huge opportunities, how a single DM changed everything, and the fine line between being ambitious and being “that annoying intern.”

Together, Mia and Josh dive into:Growing up sporty & creative – how playing sports and messing around with cameras as a kid turned into a career in sports media

The power of over-delivering – doing extra edits, working for less (or free) early on, and why client happiness mattered more than the check

Temple University & the LA Semester – choosing Temple for opportunity, navigating college during COVID, and finding community through athletics

Getting onto the ESPN crew at Temple – stalking the “right” person on Twitter, sending a cold DM, and landing on the sideline with a camera he’d never used before

Balancing school and gigs – knowing when to say no, regrets about turning down a Netflix “Hustle” opportunity, and how to weigh long-term value vs. short-term gradesFrom Temple to Fox Sports – applying to ~70 internships, nearly not landing one, and finally getting the call from Fox just a week before moving to LA

How to be the intern people actually want back – avoiding ego, reading the room, and making everyone’s day easier instead of trying to be the starLife now at Fox Sports – the reality of studio days vs. road days, setting up cameras and lights, keeping sets clean, and being the person who quietly holds everything together

Grinding through 16–24 hour days – how camaraderie, crew chemistry, and genuinely loving the work help push through the exhaustion

🎬 No ego. All effort. Cameras, connections, and catching your big break by showing up ready to work.

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In this episode of Call Sheet Confessions, Mia LePage reconnects with mentor, choreographer, and educator Anthony Burrell for a deeply personal conversation about growth, faith, and full-circle moments.

Anthony’s career spans Alvin Ailey, Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Dance Moms, and more — but his story begins in Philadelphia, where dance became therapy and mentors became lifelines.

He shares how childhood trauma shaped his drive, how Point Breeze Performing Arts Center changed his future, and why Breaking Barriers was created to give other kids the same opportunity he once received.

The conversation dives into:

• Taking risks and walking away from stability
• Concert vs. commercial dance worlds
• Navigating industry politics and public controversy
• The importance of mentorship and affirmations
• Relationships, self-worth, and protecting your light
• Building legacy through education and fatherhood

Plus, we get into fan-favorite segments:

🎙 What’s On Your Call Sheet – teaching at Boston Conservatory and launching Burrell University

🔥 Hot Takes / This or That – stadium tours, rehearsal magic, classical foundations

🧠 Fact or Fiction – clearing up misconceptions about commercial dance

🍿 Crafty Corner – wild tour stories and lessons learned the hard way

📋 Industry Truths – talent opens doors, but business keeps you there

Whether you’re a dancer, creative, educator, or someone rebuilding after setbacks, this episode is packed with perspective, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom.

📍 Philly roots. Global impact.
🎬 Break barriers. Build legacy.

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