Annie Potts is a renowned American actress whose career spans over four decades in film, television, and stage. Best known for her roles in iconic '80s films like Ghostbusters (1984) and Pretty in Pink (1986), Potts solidified her place in Hollywood with her portrayal of the witty Mary Jo Shively in the hit sitcom Designing Women (1986-1993). She later lent her voice to the beloved character Bo Peep in Pixar’s Toy Story series, including Toy Story 4 (2019). In recent years, she has gained acclaim for her role as Meemaw in the CBS hit series Young Sheldon (2017-present), further showcasing her comedic and dramatic range. Potts has earned multiple award nominations throughout her career, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and Golden Globe nods, reflecting her enduring impact in the industry.

Beyond acting, Potts is deeply committed to philanthropy, co-founding The Heart Channels, a charity focused on supporting single mothers and families in crisis. She is also an advocate for children's welfare and education. Through her work, both on and off-screen, Potts continues to inspire with her dedication to storytelling, advocacy, and empowering others.

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Layne Eskridge is a producer and the president of POV Entertainment. Under the POV Entertainment title, Layne oversees many projects, most recently producing LADY IN THE LAKE, starring Natalie Portman for Apple TV+. Layne most recently was an Executive Producer on the Apple TV+ period drama series based on the acclaimed book, MANHUNT, starring Tobias Menzies, Anthony Boyle, Lovie Simone, Will Harrison, Brandon Flynn, Damian O’Hare, Glenn Morshower, Patton Oswalt, Matt Walsh, and Hamish Linklater, and created by Monica Beletsky. Episodes are currently available on the platform and follows the astonishing story of the high-stakes hunt for John Wilkes Booth following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. POV Entertainment, a newly formed television and film company focused on telling culturally specific and universally themed stories, further has THE PLOT starring Oscar winner Mahershala Ali with Onyx Collective and Hulu, as well as projects with Regina Hall, André Holland, OZARK co-creator Bill Dubuque and writer-producer Brian Chamberlayne (BILLIONS, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK) at places such as Showtime, FX and Max. Layne is also Executive Producing a graphic novel with Ryan Coogler and Nia DaCosta. Prior to POV, Layne was a trusted creative executive at Apple TV+ and Netflix where she oversaw production of OZARK, SHE’S GOTTA HAVE IT, SEVEN SECONDS, DEAD TO ME, WHEN THEY SEE US, TOP BOY, MESSIAAH, and SELF MADE (Madam CJ Walker limited series) plus several upcoming Apple originals. Before Netflix, Layne was an executive at Ellen DeGeneres’ company where she was responsible for developing scripted projects for both broadcast and cable television such as ONE BIG HAPPY, LITTLE BIG SHOTS and the Netflix original series GREEN EGGS AND HAM. Layne was also a vital member of the Universal Cable Productions programming team where she oversaw series development for John Legend’s Get Lifted Film Co., in addition to helping to identify scripted projects for cable networks such as Bravo and E!. In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment.With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond. Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ2EPGuC1PhcqJpGW?si=fdb445a8906b49b4 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-words/id1674672975 Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/In-Her-Words-Podcast/B0BWYXYBF6?action_code=ASSGB14908 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/women_in_entertainment/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninentertainment Twitter: https://twitter.com/InHerWords_WIE

Heather Graham is an actress, writer, and director. Her next film is an American Western titled Place of Bones, directed by Audrey Cummings and also starring Tom Hopper, and will be in select theaters and on digital/demand on August 23rd. The film is about a mother and daughter who fight for survival after a gang of outlaws descend on their ranch following a botched bank robbery.

Heather has made a conscious choice over the years to tell empowering female stories and to write/direct and produce as well.

Following, she will be seen in A Chosen Family, a film that she also wrote and directed. The cast of the film, which made its world debut at the 2024 Santa Barbara Film Festival, includes Julia Stiles, Thomas Lennon, Andrea Savage, John Brotherton and Michael Gross. She recently received the King Vidor Award while showcasing the film at the SLO Int’l Film Festival. Check out the trailer HERE. This comes as her second feature after Half Magic, which she wrote, directed and starred in and made waves in the industry in 2018.

This year also marks 25 years since Heather graced the screen in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, and 15 years since she was seen in The Hangover, both iconic films and exciting anniversaries.

In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment.With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond.

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