ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Bevy Smith and @iamScottEvans get together for some real talk about the end of Access Hollywood, the rise of his House Guest interview series, and much more!
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Produced by - BTW Studios
Director - Tunisia Wilson
Videographer- DJ Pastillo
2nd Videographer - Noel Robles
Editor - Eric Fisher
Florist - Ashley Jones
Location - SLS Hotel Beverly Hills
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00:00 - Opening: Finding Sure Footing in Transitions
Bevy and Scott open with a powerful reflection on his 11-year run at Access Hollywood coming to an end. They discuss the importance of working your plan so that when big changes happen, you don't freak out.
01:12 - Welcome to the SLS Hotel & Meeting Scott
Bevy officially welcomes Scott Evans to the bed in Los Angeles during Oscar week. They reminisce about how they first met and how their friendship has grown into a space of mutual support.
03:00 - The Origins of "House Guest"
Scott credits Bevy for the push to start his own show, House Guest. He shares the story of their "French fry and cocktails" conversation at Sirius XM that sparked the idea.
05:45 - Hosting with Intention: The Brunches
Scott explains how he started by hosting private brunches to connect prominent Black women in the industry, including those affected by DEI layoffs, and how Bevy's advice on "setting the scene" helped them flourish.
08:15 - Breaking Free from Development Hell
The frustration of traditional network development led Scott to green-light himself. He discusses launching House Guest on Juneteenth as a symbol of true creative freedom.
10:25 - Being "In the Middle" of Greatness
A candid talk about why being in the "middle" isn't a lack of success, but rather the space where the real growth happens before reaching the next "top."
11:50 - The Art of the Interview
Scott breaks down his philosophy on interviewing, emphasizing the need for efficiency, genuine listening, and moving past "pedestrian" questions to find a guest's true vibe.
17:23 - From Indiana to Hollywood
Scott shares his journey from Indianapolis to LA, including the "winks" he gave himself along the way—like choosing 90210 as his first cellphone number to manifest his future.
19:53 - Early Hustle & Giving Away Ideas
Reflecting on his early days as the youngest MC for the Indiana Pacers and how he used to give away big ideas to corporations for free before learning the value of his own creativity.
22:15 - The Power of Ownership
Bevy and Scott discuss why owning your IP is critical, even if you have to "refine as you go." They touch on the hard lessons learned from years in corporate media where you don't own your work.
25:25 - Mastery & The "Natural" Myth
A deep dive into the 10,000 hours of training—acting, improv, and public speaking—that make their professional ease on camera actually look "effortless."
28:20 - Panic Moments & Mary J. Blige
Scott tells a hilarious and vulnerable story about panicking during an interview with Mary J. Blige
33:04 - Taking the Show on the Road
The excitement of the House Guest tour and the surprise of fans paying to see the show live.
38:50 - Forgiveness vs. Yesterday’s Price
A hilarious debate on how to handle people who didn't support you early on. Bevy offers the "Fat Joe approach": yesterday’s price is not today’s price.
43:03 - The Acting Bug & The EGOT Strategy
Scott reveals his secret desire to be a character actor and his "uncomfortable" dream of having it all.
55:40 - Identity, Queerness, and Freedom
Scott speaks openly about his journey with his queer identity
1:03:00 - The Future of Linear TV
A closing discussion on the "old-timey" nature of syndicated TV and why now is the perfect time for creators to innovate
1:10:43 - Advice for the Dreamers
Scott's final tips for those chasing a dream
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