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Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
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Industry leaders converse about business deals, strategy and the future of media and entertainment.
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Liz Manashil and Alrik Bursell discuss independent filmmaking, everything from writing, producing and directing to working as crew. But this is not just a podcast about "making it," it's also about struggling with rejection, self-doubt and everything else that comes with pursuing a career in film. Follow along as we forge our own way through the industry and talk to guests who are also making it happen. Episodes 238-299 are available at our patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast
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Filmmaking Stuff provides tactics for film producing, film funding, and film distribution.
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covering one minute of the film 'ex machina' each tuesday, exploring topics related to philosophy, filmmaking, gender roles, and the meaning of life. one show of an existential trilogy along with 'the groundhog day project: minute by minute' and 'eternal sunshine of the spotless minute'.
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LOOK.Legal is an invitation to see what we see as the creative content worlds intersect. We'll explore the new opportunities and forward-looking strategies emerging across our firm's practice areas: Film, Television, Location BasedEntertainment, Fashion, Toys, Games, World Building, Social Influencers, Branded Content, Cannabis, Music, Design, Art, Themed Parks, NFTs, Metaverse(s), Food, and Technology Platforms.
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The Light Is Not Right—affectionately referred to as “T-Linr” in our studio—is a happy product of our fascination with the film industry’s inner workings. Join us as we explore the minds of seasoned veterans and special guests, on a quest for constant movie magic.
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The MAKE IT podcast salutes the Indie Film Creative. Join us weekly for candid conversations with seasoned pros, offering advice, knowledge, and industry insights to fast-track the journey for aspiring film professionals. Discover inspiration and guidance tailored for your cinematic path. Enjoy the journey? Dive deeper at www.themakeitpodcast.com and follow us on Instagram and X @_makeitpodcast.
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Welcome to Film Trooper, where we empower the filmmaking entrepreneur. Why? Because film production is no longer a barrier—anyone can make a film. Film distribution is no longer a barrier—anyone can sell their film directly to the world. Film sales and marketing are the last barriers! To rise above the noise of the internet is the challenge — this is the place that explores these topics to help you, the filmmaking entrepreneur. Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network (www.ifhpodcastnetwork.com)
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Film Reverie | Indie Film Interviews | Filmmaking | Indie Film | Movies
Indie Film Interviews, Indie Filmmaking, Writing, Screenwriting, Directing, Producing, Low Budget Filmmaking, DIY Filmmaking, Film Festivals
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Film Reverie is an indie filmmaking podcast, interviewing indie filmmakers from all around the globe.
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In each episode, filmmakers Will Liney and Ieuan Coombs focus on finding answers to the big questions in short filmmaking. They do so by discussing filmmaking with inspirational film industry insiders, and dissecting the process themselves. They're all about giving their audience specific, actionable advice that they can take with them on their filmmaking journeys. You can find out more about them and the amazing guests they have on via their instagram page.
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Host Leslie LaPage, Director of LaFemme International Film Festival uncovers the Secrets of Filmmaking with her lineup of industry professional guests. In every episode you will learn things like how to make the most out of the film festival circuit, how to find a great distribution partner, how to attract A list talent, finding the perfect representation, the dirty little secrets of Hollywood and much more.
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How do you get your "big break"? In an ever increasingly gate-kept world, independent art is both impossible to make and more powerful than ever when it breaks through. Join Courtney Romano, a female film director and founder of Queens Bird Films, an indie film production company in New York City, for an exploration of how to break into film and design an indie career from the ground up, one step at a time.
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Puck founding partner Matthew Belloni takes you inside Hollywood, using exclusive reporting and insight to explain the backstories on everything from Marvel movies to streaming wars. Multiple times each week, Matt will touch on what is getting made and why, who is winning and losing, and what people in show business are actually talking about.
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The Indie Film Academy® Podcast features interviews with industry insiders in every aspect of the filmmaking process. Our goal is to give filmmakers as much information as possible about the entire filmmaking process so that they don't make the mistakes that many filmmakers have made in the past. Our focus is not simply on one way to make a film, but of the many different ways that filmmakers have found success with a variety of funding and distribution strategies. We also discuss technical ...
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Orwo Family is a global film and entertainment company that strives to connect artists, film and media producers, professionals, and distributors through our platform. Orwo Family connects creatives from every background, who share a desire to make incredible work. We're a community of film and media professionals from all over the globe. We are a platform for artists, film and media producers, professionals, and distributors to find each other.
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Conversations with professionals throughout the entertainment industry. Created as part of a course in the Department of Radio Television and Film in the Moody College of Communication at the University of Texas at Austin.
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Each week, two of media’s most influential thinkers, Evan Shapiro & Marion Ranchet, take on the hottest media topics with their hottest takes, helping their audience chart a course through the maelstrom that is today’s Media Odyssey. Based in the US, Evan Shapiro is the Media Industry’s official Cartographer, known for his well-researched and provocative analysis of the entertainment ecosystem in his must read treatises on Media’s latest trends and trajectories. Marion Ranchet, French expat ...
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Movies, Inc: The Business of Film is a podcast that dives deep into the intersection of the key elements that make up modern filmmaking - the business and the creative. Each episode, we are joined by awesome guests - producers, executives, lawyers, and creatives - who speak to their experiences in the biz. From first features to first look deals, we probe the guests on anything and everything business related, the things that went wrong, and what they learned from it. Movies Inc. is hosted b ...
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Playful conversations about things we don’t know. The hosts, Marco Germinario and Alessandro Maccarini, discuss topics in an explosion of childish curiosity: astronomy, psychology, sociology, technology, literature, writing and much more.
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Cut to Legal with James Pacitti is a podcast focused on guiding content creators through the complex legal landscape of the entertainment industry. The show features James Pacitti sharing real-world legal advice for independent filmmakers, writers, producers, and anyone looking to turn creative ideas into successful productions.
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LIVE film-focused podcast featuring in-depth interviews with filmmakers, actors, and other members of the horror community. Takeover Tuesday aims to break down and discuss the various aspects of the filmmaking process while also diving into some of our favorite flicks. Hosted by Benner from Black Fawn Distribution.
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FilmLive.TV is a Filmmakers WebTV Network which aims to bring creatives together and provide an insight into the world of filmmaking. Join the forums @ www.filmlive.tv and start making films today!
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Each week, host Colin Stryker interviews a filmmaker who has self-distributed or used creative methods to distribute their independent film. Through these interviews, Colin helps develops a picture of the landscape of independent film distribution today, and looking forward to tomorrow.
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Industry Insights - The EFM Podcast is about and for the entertainment industry. The podcast features long episodes as a year-round series, with short episodes to be aired only during the five-day virtual event of the EFM 2021. As the first international film market of the year, the European Film Market is where the film industry starts its business of the year. Industry Insights - The EFM Podcast will put the spotlight on highly topical and trendsetting industry issues, thereby creating a c ...
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Behind the Scenes - A Vidcast about Movies in Production Hosts Shaun Stewart and Eric Fell keep you up to date with insider production info and compelling movie news delivered with verve and enthusiasm.Be sure to join Eric and Shaun every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at noon as they take you behind-the-scenes of the latest films in production and explore the most recent films to join the MovieSet. They’ll also highlight exclusive content, cast & crew interviews, B-roll footage, trailers, ...
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Welcome to the most influential and listened to podcast for the Car Care Industry. We are the #community that brings you fresh perspectives, real talks, motivational encouragement and we probably will be drinking some fine fermentations while we do it...but if you want to watch live then join in for the live feed on Facebook.com/hypercleanstore . Grab A Pint And Enjoy 🍻
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The intersection of film, entertainment, & marketing. Marianna Boguslavsky, founder & digital strategist at Boguslavsky & Co, interviews some of the most interesting people in the film industry, regionally and internationally, on the topics of their careers, the film industry, creativity, and the latest marketing trends in the film industry.
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This podcast will help the indie filmmaker make their movies and get them seen by the biggest audience possible for their film.
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Any Budget. Any Camera. Any Time. That's how we roll. Down and Dirty DV is all about digital guerrilla filmmaking. If it's video and low-budget, let's talk about it. "It doesn't take money to make films...It takes resources," and we are all about helping you maximize your resources with tutorials, candid advice, filmmaking resources and interviews with the front line troops of DV filmmaking. Be sure to hit the "SUBSCRIBE" button if you're down with Down and Dirty DV. Our podcasts alternate b ...
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Are you tired of watching your Spotify streams stack up and having no income to show for it? Maybe you’ve been creating music most of your life and you’re looking to finally have your music heard and get paid for it? Created by Music Supervisor & Licensing Expert, Jody Friedman, who has licensed over 10,000 songs to Feature Films, Movie Trailers, Brand Ad Campaigns, TV Shows, and Video Games, this podcast was created to educate and inspire composers, songwriters, producers, and artists and t ...
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This podcast features expert interviews and how-to podcasts designed to help producers, authors, screenwriter, podcasters and other media pros master the unique skills they need to earn a good living from their work. Get live events and videos workshops at NFM24.com. Learn more about us at NancyFultonMeetups.com.
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Look back at this cherished film with interviews and special recollections captured at a 25th Anniversary event held on the Warner Bros. lot. Cast and crew members were in attendance including notables like Corey Feldman, Jeff Cohen, Jonathan Ke Quan and Richard Donner. The Goonies plunges a band of small heroes into a swashbuckling surprise-around-every corner quest beyond their wildest dreams! Following a mysterious treasure map into a spectacular underground realm of twisting passages, ou ...
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Helping emerging filmmakers become working directors faster. This weekly podcast will ask filmmakers the tough questions and offer guidance every step of the way with one goal in mind: help you make a living doing what you love, directing. For even more help expanding your directing career, visit TheWorkingDirector.Pro. There you can apply to be in our accelerator that helps you go from where you currently are to where you want to be; as well as, join our free private FB group. Hosted by dir ...
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The In Motion Storytellers podcast goal is to inform and equip filmmakers to succeed from anywhere. Through interviews with top professionals in the film, TV and online distribution space, we will share advice on making a living as a filmmaker in the 'flyover states', conversations on what the most pivotal decisions that led to our guests success, and what it takes to have work/life balance as a filmmaker. This podcast will focus more on the business and entrepreneurial side of filmmaking in ...
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Raising money and launching a business are daunting tasks. Since 2011, Richard Bliss has hosted a wide array of guests who bring their expertise in all areas of business. With a heavy focus on the board game industry, Richard and his guests have taught thousands of people how to fund their dreams. Join Richard and his next guest as you look to build and grow your own business.
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The new buyer isn’t Netflix, it’s the audience. Live from MIPCOM 2025, Evan Shapiro and Marion Ranchet sit down with Filmhub CEO Alan d’Escragnolle and Vortex Media CEO Justin Rebelo to unpack how independent producers and distributors are reinventing the film business for the creator economy. Recorded at the first-ever The Media Odyssey Podcast li…
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Alibrandi to Kangaroo: Kate Woods on directing hits for an enduring global career
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We all recognise the media landscape has changed dramatically over the past 40 years, and for creatives like today's guest, working as a director is a masterclass in embracing change. Joining us is Australian director Kate Woods to share her insights about the evolution of the television sector behind the camera and the project that brought her bac…
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Daily Variety -- Nonunion Microdrama Production Grows Fast in the U.S.; Takeaways From AFM With Elsa Keslassy
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On today’s episode, Variety’s Gene Maddaus talks about the rapid growth of microdrama production activity in L.A. and other areas of the U.S. SAG-AFTRA wants to have a say. And Elsa Keslassy discusses the themes and takeaways from her dogged coverage of the American Film Market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Making a Profit In Your Business. Plus Pad Choices With Compound and Polish. Episode #929
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In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss the evolving landscape of automotive detailing, focusing on the rise of ceramic coatings, the impact of AI on content creation, and the importance of quality products in the detailing industry. They explore the challenges faced by small business owners, the misconception of busyness versus profitabili…
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From “Love Jones” to Hollywood Mogul — Acting, Producing & Distributing with Jacqueline Fleming
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In this powerful Best in Fest episode, host Leslie LaPage sits down with award-winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur Jacqueline Fleming — known for Love Jones, Losing Isaiah, and collaborations with stars like Halle Berry, Morgan Freeman, and Mark Wahlberg. Jacqueline shares her remarkable journey from Denmark to Hollywood, revealing how she …
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The Fall Box Office Crisis: A Phase, a Fluke, or the Future?
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Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to investigate a historically bad fall season at the box office by highlighting which issues are actually real and which are insignificant. They look at larger industry-wide trends, like the shortening of theatrical windows and the rise of streaming, as well as smaller, more recent developments like releasin…
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S3 E12 | How This Indie Couple Turned a Web Series Into a Feature Film (Without a Studio)
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In this episode of Truly Independent, Garrett Batty and Darren Smith sit down with Andrew and J. Huff — the filmmaking duo behind Doc Connor. They break down how they transformed a small, bootstrapped web series into a full-length feature film, secured theatrical release, and navigated the indie distribution maze without waiting for studio approval…
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Daily Variety – Box Office: ‘The Running Man’ Stumbles as ‘Now You See Me’ Conjures the Win; Focus Features Chief Peter Kujawski on Moviegoing and Fandom Psychographics
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On today’s episode, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Brent Lang breaks down Paramount’s stumble with “The Running Man” and Lionsgate’s magic with “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.” And Focus Features chairman Peter Kujawski talks about the intersection of moviegoing and fandom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Ted Geoghegan - Consistently Making Truly Indie Films!
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This week we welcome writer/director/producer Ted Geoghegan for our big five hundred and fifty fifth episode of the show to talk about how he leveled up his films, how his projects have come about and what makes him thrive as a successful indie filmmaker. After that we play another round of THE GAME and talk about the current statuses of our projec…
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Tetris CEO on Teaming With Red Bull for Dubai World Finals, Next-Gen Games
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Maya Rogers on expanding iconic brand Tetris for today's audiences and new partnerships with Red Bull, Amazon, Netflix and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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423 - Indie Talk - Decoding the $8 Billion Vertical Video Craze, Filmmaking in the Age of Micro-Drama and the Real ROI of Streaming for Indies
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This episode is brought to you by Anthropic. Claude is the AI for minds that don’t stop at good enough—it's the collaborator that actually understands your entire workflow and thinks WITH you, not for you. Sign up for Claude today and get 50% off your first three months of Claude Pro when you use our link – www.claude.ai/makeit This episode is brou…
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Why Anime Is Becoming Undeniable in Hollywood
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Matt is joined by Rahul Purini, the president of Crunchyroll, to discuss the anime boom both globally and in America, the rise of global streaming services and its role in spreading anime and manga content, and what is it about the anime content itself that appeals to audiences (03:49). Matt finishes the show with an opening weekend box office pred…
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Daily Variety – Los Angeles TV Legend Pat Harvey on Four Decades of This Just In; Variety’s Angelique Jackson Feted by NABJLA
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On today’s episode, Los Angeles TV legend Pat Harvey reflects on changes in news and in Southern California over her long tenure as she is honored by the National Association of Black Journalists Los Angeles. And we’ll take a look at the work of Variety’s Angelique Jackson as she is recognized by NABJLA with its excellence in entertainment media ho…
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Jenny Lester and Juliana Jurenas - BONUS Throwback Interview!
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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 340 from October 2021 with writer and star Jenny Lester and producer editor Juliana Jurenas. Alrik thought this was a good match for our talk with Katie Prentiss and Cara Mitsuko from Monday because they also had to figure out how to will their film into existence and ov…
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The line between Hollywood and the creator economy is disappearing…Tubi is leading the charge. Welcome back to the Media Odyssey Podcast! In this episode, hosts Evan Shapiro and Marion Ranchet are joined by Rich Bloom GM, Creators Program & EVP, Business Development at Tubi, to unpack how the Fox-owned streaming service is redefining the creator ec…
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Tubi Takes on YouTube, and a Michael Jackson Movie Update
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Matt is joined by Tubi CEO Anjali Sud to discuss how Tubi reached profitability, its push to bring in original creators, the growth of ad-supported streaming, how the FAST landscape is evolving, and why everyone is competing with YouTube (01:55). Later, Matt discusses a few details about the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, ‘Michael,’ and gives an …
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Daily Variety – Cover Story: Dwayne Johnson Feels Reborn With ‘The Smashing Machine’; George Clooney Talks AI on Red Carpet Rundown; Business Managers Elite
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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Daniel D’Addario steps into the ring to capture the backstory of “The Smashing Machine” and Dwayne Johnson’s metamorphosis. Marc Malkin has a Just for Variety Red Carpet Rundown with George Clooney. And Todd Longwell makes the business case for business managers. See omnystudio.com/listener …
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Daily Variety – Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery and the Swirl that is Roiling Hollywood; Red Carpet Rundown With Catherine Zeta-Jones
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On today’s episode, Variety’s Matt Donnelly discusses the swirl in the industry around Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery and the future of film and television. And Marc Malkin brings us a Red Carpet Rundown with Catherine Zeta-Jones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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S3 E11 | The Announcement: Brotherhood Is Greenlit
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This season of Truly Independent is supported by the Help Them See Foundation — a nonprofit dedicated to championing films that inspire faith, hope, and human connection. Learn more or get involved at HelpThemSeeFoundation.org. In this episode, Garrett and Darren welcome filmmaker Ross Booth to officially announce Brotherhood — a new cinematic musi…
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Recap a Fun Week At Sema. Huge Business Lesson From SEMA! Episode #928
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In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss their experiences and observations from the recent SEMA show, focusing on the impact of tariffs, attendance trends, and the collision of traditional and modern marketing methods. They explore the challenges faced by the detailing industry, the energy dynamics at trade shows, and the lessons that can b…
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LaFemme Winners: Powerful Women’s Voices — Part 2
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In this inspiring Best in Fest episode, host Leslie LaPage spotlights the award-winning filmmakers of the 2025 LaFemme International Film Festival. From a Ukrainian refugee’s moving documentary Mama’s Voice, to the hilarious and heartfelt short The Whole Truth about motherhood and hemorrhoids, to the genre-bending Nepo Baby exploring identity and f…
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Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss the ongoing dispute between YouTube and Disney, which has resulted in the removal of ESPN and other Disney properties from YouTube TV for the past week. They break down why this dispute is different from others that have come before it, focusing on the leverage a tech company like Google has over …
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Daily Variety – Box Office: ‘Predator: Badlands’ Bags Bucks for Disney; Edgar Wright Takes a Big Swing With ‘The Running Man’
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On today’s episode, Variety’s Rebecca Rubin breaks down the weekend box office and the surprising strength of “Predator: Badlands.” And Jordan Moreau details his profile of “The Running Man” writer-director Edgar Wright. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Katie Prentiss and Cara Mitsuko - Finding a Producer for Your First Feature!
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This week we welcome writer Director and Actor Katie Prentiss and Producer Cara Mitsuko to the show to talk about their feature Wake Up Maggie which Katie wrote based on her experiences taking care of her mother. Katie and Cara talk about the challenges they faced making the movie and how they pulled it off together! After that we play another roun…
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Hello, Hello! NEW PODCAST SERIES ALERT: FILM BRIEF Blending journalism with artistry, Film Brief transforms film analysis into an engaging and informative listening experience. The goal is to reveal what makes each movie or series resonate—on screen and behind the scenes. For listeners, it’s not just a review; it’s an exploration of the art of film…
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Wonder Project CEO Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten on 'House of David,' 'Sarah's Oil' and a Purpose-Built Media Brand
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Wonder Project CEO Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten discusses the launch last month of the company's subscription streaming platform with Amazon and how it reinforces the indie studio's content brand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Distribution Contract Red Flags Every Filmmaker Should Know
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Before you sign that distribution deal, hit play. In this episode, I break down the three red flags that can wreck your film’s future — unfair splits, crazy-long contract terms, and inflated marketing expenses. Learn how to spot them early, protect your movie, and secure a deal that actually makes sense in today’s marketplace.…
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Daily Variety -- SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin Talks Jimmy Kimmel, Tilly Norwood, Bryan Cranston vs. Sora 2 and Microdrama Boom
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On today's episode, actor Sean Astin discusses the recent Jimmy Kimmel drama, the Tilly Norwood flap, Bryan Cranston vs. OpenAI's Sora 2, the rise of microdrama as a mainstream format and more in Astin's first extended interview since he was elected president of SAG-AFTRA in September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Ian and Eshom Nelms - BONUS Throwback Interview!
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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 465 from Februry 2024 featuring writer/director brothers Ian and Eshom Nelms. I thought this was a good match for our episode with John Michael Powell from Monday because they both talk about getting top talent attached to their movies, but in very different contexts.. A…
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The rules of media have changed and the user is now in charge. Welcome back to the Media Odyssey Podcast! In this live episode presented with PreciseTV, Evan Shapiro breaks down the shift from the gatekeeper era of top-down media control to the new user-centric era, where audiences, not executives, dictate what succeeds. Using his signature “media …
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The Clearance Checklist: Music, Footage, and Trademarks Every Filmmaker Needs
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Episode Summary: In this episode, entertainment attorney James Pacitti breaks down the importance of clearances and rights in film and TV production. He explains how skipping this crucial step can lead to lawsuits, distribution delays, or complete shutdowns of a project. James covers everything from music and footage permissions to location and app…
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Daily Variety -- Cover Story: Tatiana Siegel on David Ellison’s America-First Overhaul of Paramount; Chris Willman on Palm Springs’ New Concert Hot Spot
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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, Tatiana Siegel details Variety’s investigative report that asks a straightforward question: What Does David Ellison Want? And Chris Willman explains why he has fallen for a certain concert venue near Palm Springs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Mailbag! 'Star Wars' and Soderbergh, the Best Home for Warner Bros., and Netflix vs. Theaters.
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Matt opens up the mailbag for another Town Hall and answers listener questions about Disney turning down a Steven Soderbergh–penned 'Star Wars' script, the possibility of Netflix and Comcast splitting Warner Bros. Discovery, whether Netflix will ever release movies in theaters, who the best home for Warner Bros. is from the perspective of the talen…
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In this episode, we break down three essential mindset shifts every filmmaker needs before raising money for a movie: getting the right budget, building a valuable project, and developing market awareness. These aren’t just theories — they’re the difference between chasing investors and actually attracting them. Listen now to learn how to rewire yo…
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Daily Variety – AI Drives Big Tech Layoff Bloodbath; Indie Streamer Dropout Raises Price and Fans Cheer
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On today’s episode, Variety’s Todd Spangler weighs in on the collision of AI and Big Tech jobs as layoff notices fly. And Jennifer Maas discusses the growth of indie streamer Dropout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Choosing The Right Ceramic Coating. Plus The Right Pads For One Step! Episode #927
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In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss the current trend of individuals in the automotive industry expressing pride in not attending events like SEMA. They emphasize the importance of personal choice in deciding whether to attend such events, arguing that there is no right or wrong answer. The discussion highlights the need for individuals…
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LaFemme Winners: Powerful Women’s Voices — From War Diaries to Comedy Shorts - Part 1
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In this inspiring Best in Fest episode, host Leslie LaPage spotlights the award-winning filmmakers of the 2025 LaFemme International Film Festival. From a Ukrainian refugee’s moving documentary Mama’s Voice, to the hilarious and heartfelt short The Whole Truth about motherhood and hemorrhoids, to the genre-bending Nepo Baby exploring identity and f…
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How We’re Finding Investors (Without Pitching) + The Real Indie Bottleneck
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Season 3 of Truly Independent is here—supported by the Help Them See Foundation, a nonprofit backing feature films that inspire faith, hope, and connection. Learn more or get involved: https://helpthemseefoundation.org In this episode, Garrett Batty and co-host Darren Smith catch up after a festival road trip (Newport Beach, AFI, Austin) and break …
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Daily Variety – Box Office: What Went Wrong on 2025’s Worst Weekend; Mark Walter is the New King of L.A. Sports; Red Carpet Rundown With Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber
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On today’s episode, Variety’s Rebecca Rubin unpacks what went wrong after the year’s worst weekend at the box office. Cynthia Littleton reflects on the power wielded by new king of L.A. Sports, Mark Walter. And Marc Malkin has a Just for Variety Red Carpet Rundown with Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…
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John-Michael Powell - Getting Funded and Casting Top Talent in Your Feature!
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This week we welcome writer/director John-Michael Powell on the show to talk about how he got his 2nd feature Violent Ends made starring Billy Magnussen and how he got Billy attached. After that we play another round of THE GAME and talk about the current statuses of our projects, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpo…
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Hedda | Power, Desire, and Societal Constraints
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Hello, Hello! NEW PODCAST SERIES ALERT: FILM BRIEF Blending journalism with artistry, Film Brief transforms film analysis into an engaging and informative listening experience. The goal is to reveal what makes each movie or series resonate—on screen and behind the scenes. For listeners, it’s not just a review; it’s an exploration of the art of film…
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Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to draft which movie franchises they would most want to start a movie studio with in 2025. They each select five franchises, as well as one TV franchise, and make the case for why they are best suited to succeed over the next 10-20 years. For a 20 percent discount on Matt’s Hollywood insider newsletter, ‘Wha…
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How COVID Changed TV Production Forever
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Ten industry insiders reflect on the upheaval of producing news and topical shows during the harsh early months of COVID. 'The idea that America would essentially shut down was just shocking,' says ABC News' Chris Dinan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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422 - David Parks - Producer of “The Short Game” - How to Tell Neurodiverse Stories, Mastering Distribution and Marketing, and the Birth of the New Indie Producer
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This episode is brought to you by Anthropic. Claude is the AI for minds that don’t stop at good enough—it's the collaborator that actually understands your entire workflow and thinks WITH you, not for you. Sign up for Claude today and get 50% off your first three months of Claude Pro when you use our link – www.claude.ai/makeit This episode is brou…
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Will Big Tech and AI Save or Kill Hollywood?
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Matt is joined by Andrew Ross Sorkin ('Squawk Box,' The New York Times) to discuss how the tech boom has affected Hollywood and what new power players like David Ellison really want with the media industry. They also discuss the potential impact of the AI bubble bursting, whether the Middle East will ever make a big splash in Hollywood, and whether…
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After the Deal: What Sales Agents Do with Your Film
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In this episode, we break down what happens after a sales agent signs your independent film. From preparing artwork and trailers to pitching buyers at major film markets like AFM and EFM, you’ll learn how deals are initiated and why the screener is the key to closing. Plus, we talk about how older films transition into library titles over time. If …
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Daily Variety – Profits or Bust: What to Expect for Media and Entertainment in Q4 and Beyond
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On today's episode, Naveen Sarma, managing director of S&P Global and sector lead for U.S. media and telecom, unpacks his recent report on the second half of the year, which has some good news and some concerning news for Hollywood and related sectors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Jessica Ellis - BONUS Throwback Interview!
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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 287 from October 2020 featuring writer director Jessica Ellis. Alrik thought this was a good match for our episode with Nicola Rose from Monday because they are both female feature filmmakers, although Nicola talks to us about her 2nd feature, rather than her first.. Aft…
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When billion-dollar deals make more noise than sense, who really wins? In this episode of The Media Odyssey podcast, hosts Marion Ranchet and Evan Shapiro pull back the curtain on the relentless cycle of media mergers and acquisitions where massive buyouts, strategy, and political agendas collide. With characteristic humor and precision, they trace…
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The Risks and Rewards of Self-Distributing Movies, With Black Bear’s Teddy Schwarzman
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Matt is joined by Teddy Schwarzman, the founder of Black Bear Pictures, to discuss the challenges and strategies behind an independent production company launching its own distribution division. They talk about the risk of making big bets on small movies in theaters, how the industry has evolved, and whether Teddy sees A24 and Neon as competitors (…
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