Richard “Rich” Motzkin is Executive Vice President and Managing Executive of Global Soccer at Wasserman, widely recognized as one of the leading U.S. soccer agents who has represented icons like Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas, Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Tim Howard, and many more. He has helped shape the growth of the game in the U.S. and Major League Soccer since its early days. Rich’s philosophy is simple: don’t try to skip steps, play the long game, and show up every day like it’s game day. This is a masterclass in humility, patience, and how to win with consistency. Plus: why he doesn’t believe in performative networking—and what he absolutely doesn’t have bandwidth for.

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Richard “Rich” Motzkin is Executive Vice President and Managing Executive of Global Soccer at Wasserman, widely recognized as one of the leading U.S. soccer agents who has represented icons like Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas, Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Tim Howard, and many more. He has helped shape the growth of the game in the U.S. and Major League Soccer since its early days. Rich’s philosophy is simple: don’t try to skip steps, play the long game, and show up every day like it’s game day. This is a masterclass in humility, patience, and how to win with consistency. Plus: why he doesn’t believe in performative networking—and what he absolutely doesn’t have bandwidth for.

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In this episode of The Call Log, Mark Indelicato (Damien from Hacks!) reads fan submitted assistant stories. Warner Bailey then heads to Nashville to sit down with Brad Parker, VP of Talent & Festival Programming at C3 Presents and the force behind Bonnaroo. Brad shares how a college class—and a cold email—kickstarted a career that’s taken him from radio intern to running one of the country’s most beloved festivals. He opens up about his first (very unofficial) Bonnaroo, how a Foo Fighters set became a personal turning point, how he dealt with this year's unexpected cancellation, and why staying curious has been key to his success. The two talk leadership, mentorship, and the surprising upside of assistant-level jobs. Plus: ICP before Luke Combs, N*SYNC puppet memories, and why a missing bandana nearly broke the internet.

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In this episode of The Call Log, Warner Bailey chats with Grammy-winning songwriter and executive Evan "Kidd" Bogart from his studio about his wildly unpredictable path through the music industry. From his Beastie Boys lip-sync days to writing hits like Rihanna’s “SOS” and Beyoncé’s “Halo,” Evan reflects on early success, burnout, and the power of second chances. He opens up about falling from industry highs to rock bottom, finding sobriety, and rebuilding his career—starting again as an assistant. With raw honesty and humor, Evan shares why asking for help changed everything, how he almost missed his biggest opportunities, and why staying open to the universe’s plan is his ultimate creative fuel.

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In this episode of The Call Log, Warner Bailey sits down with Drew Kirsch—music video and commercial director behind visuals for Taylor Swift, Quinn XCII, and Glass Animals—to talk about his untraditional journey from skate videos to award-winning sets. Drew opens up about dropping out of college, teaching himself the craft, and developing his signature aesthetic: colorful, nostalgic, and egg-forward. He shares stories behind viral music videos, directing massive ensembles like YG and Taylor Swift, and the creative chaos of building his debut feature film He Bled Neon. The conversation dives into his evolving inspiration process (yes, including Costco massage chairs), the highs and lows of filming in L.A., and the power of relentless hustle. Plus: dream collaborators, guilty pleasure tracks, and a surprising amount of mustard bottles.

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In the premiere episode of The Call Log presented by Assistants vs. Agents, Warner Bailey sits down with Sulinna Ong, Global Head of Editorial at Spotify, for a deep dive into her unconventional path through the music industry. From grunge bands and tech obsession to her early days as an assistant at Sony Music, Sulinna shares the grit and perseverance that shaped her career. She breaks down how Spotify editors identify rising artists, the role of “trigger cities” in shaping global hits, and the emerging genre-blending trends redefining music discovery. Sulinna also offers advice for creatives trying to break in, emphasizing the importance of discipline, curiosity, and constant creation. Plus: her dream festival lineup, favorite sci-fi film, fashion that inspires her music taste, and a very relatable email confession.

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An inside look into the Entertainment industry's most inspiring careers.

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