You Don’t Need Math!

Join us for a riotous and revealing conversation with Carrie Byalick — one of the most dynamic and sharp-witted executives in show business. Carrie and Johanna’s friendship takes center stage in this episode as they dive into the messy, magical truth of what it really takes to build a creative career: the sacrifices, the pivots, the hustle, and yes — the question of whether math actually matters in Hollywood.

Carrie takes us behind the curtain of her glamorous yet high-pressure world in entertainment, sharing stories from decades spent navigating studios, personalities, and the constant reinvention the industry demands. She opens up about finding her footing in a space that rarely slows down, learning to trust her instincts, and building a sense of self in an environment that can easily sweep you away. As she says, “there’s no lesson like an on-the-ground lesson.”

The late, great Philip Seymour Hoffman once reminded Carrie, “Come on, look where you are!” — words that still guide her today. In this episode, she reflects on that wisdom, the importance of pausing to take stock, and what she’s learned about rest, balance, and perspective. With humor and honesty, Carrie reminds us that the best teachers are often our own mistakes — and that even in chaos, there’s room for grace.