What’s left to say about The Godfather? Upon the film’s release in 1972, it almost instantly became a byword for the best Hollywood has to offer. It minted a new generation of stars, earned hundreds of millions of dollars, established Francis Ford Coppola as one of the best directors of his generation, and changed the way Americans viewed the mafia—and cinema—forever. 

But The Godfather almost never got made, with meddling studio executives and vindictive members of the real-life mafia trying to smother the movie at every turn. Leave the Gun Take the Cannoli is a narritive-driven conversation podcast hosted by Mark Seal, author of the 2021 book by the same title, and Nathan King, a deputy editor of AIR MAIL. As lead producer, I combed through hundreds of hours of archival tape, conducted extensive pre-interviews with our hosts, wrote scripts for all 10 episodes, and assembled final episodes.

Produced for AIR MAIL in collaboration with iHeartRadio.

Let’s Take It Outside is a narrative podcast from the Sierra Club about the nature all around us, and the people working to protect it and ensure access for all.

As the sole producer for this 6-episode series, I pitched story ideas, booked guests, and traveled across the country to interview organizers, ranchers, tribal leaders, and conservationists. For a taste of my favorite episodes, check out Wolves, and The Sacred Place.

Created for the Sierra Club in collaboration with Future Projects.

Some kids just aren’t built for school. At least, that’s what we say when schools aren’t built for all kids. Max is a 16-year-old lobster fisherman and a junior at Sumner Memorial High School in Sullivan, Maine. He’s working to balance school and work with the help of an alternative education program at his school.

Problem Child is a piece I produced while studying at the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies. I produced every aspect of this piece from reporting to final mix.

Originally broadcast on WMPG, Portland’s community radio station. Featured on Maine Public Radio’s podcast Essential Salt and Rob Rosenthal’s podcast, Sound School.

Alison Young is known by her followers as the Blissful Hiker. Her podcast, Walking Distance, is a highly-produced interview show featuring long-distance backpackers across demographics. 

I worked as an associate producer on this show, booking guests, giving edit notes, and putting together guest prep for Alison.

Created for the long-distance backpacking magazine, The Trek.

For decades, Bruce Bozzi worked at the highest end of the service industry, managing his family’s storied restaurant, The Palm. And if he learned one thing, it’s that the best parties always end up in the kitchen. Table for Two is an interview show that takes place over the romance of a meal with some of the most well-known people in Hollywood, media, and beyond.

I worked as a writer and editor on this show, shaping each episode into an intimate experience. Check out my favorite episodes with Andy Cohen, Chelsea Handler, and Sharon Stone.

Created for Air Mail magazine in collaboration with iHeartRadio.