About this episode

Hayley Kiyoko discusses her directorial debut 'Girls Like Girls' and shares her journey in bringing the story to life.

Our favorite fiancé/director is in the O.R.!! Hayley is back to finally tell us everything about her directorial debut “Girls Like Girls” (in theaters June 19th wink wink) Hayley shares her years long journey of bringing the story of Girls Like Girls from song to music video and now a feature film! She takes us through every no, every disappointing call, and we learn how she pushed through and made the film she wanted to make.  Plus, Tanya and Becca reveal their HONEST thoughts on the movie, and you can buy your tickets TODAY!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Becca Tilley, Tanya Rad

Guest: Hayley Kiyoko

Topics covered

• film debut
• directorial journey
• music video adaptation
• feature film
• personal stories

Keywords

• Hayley Kiyoko
• Girls Like Girls
• directorial debut
• film
• music video
• feature film
• journey
• Tanya Rad
• Becca Tilley

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Girls Like Girls

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