Best V MAC Podcasts (2025)

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IFH 835: What Really Happens After You Write the Script with Michael K. Snyder 1:04:52

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Michael K. Snyder shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a sustainable screenwriting career. From film school and early networking with Lloyd Kaufman to moving to Los Angeles with a plan, Michael’s journey highlights the importance of preparation, persistence, and relationship-building. Rather than chasing quick wins, he f…

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IFH 834: How to Build a Screenwriting Career That Actually Lasts with Bob Saenz 1:10:00

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Bob Saenz shares a rare, honest look at what it means to build a long-term career as both an actor and screenwriter. From his early days in theater and television to writing studio films and Hallmark movies, Bob’s journey emphasizes craft over shortcuts. He explains how his time acting on Nash Bridges became a hands-on education in filmmaking, shap…

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120. Vikings Besiege Paris, Paris, France 845 and 885-886 1:01:09

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To be fair, the Vikings attacked Paris several times, but it's the major sieges that get remembered -- the one in 845, when they invaded Paris on Easter Sunday, got bought off with a fairly large ransom, and then the one that started in 885 and ended in 886, after nearly a year of a siege wherein the Vikings, branching out from their usual plunderi…

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IFH 833: Making Movies Without Sight: Inside the Creative Mind of Gough 59:39

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Gough, the world’s first legally blind filmmaker to write, produce, edit, direct, and star in a feature film, has built a groundbreaking career through his production company, Beer Nuts Productions. After years of rejection due to his disability, he took control of his creative destiny, launching his career with I Will Not Go Quietly, a documentary…

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#44: From Inquiry to We're Booked with Craig Peterman 23:43

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin sits down with Phoenix-based wedding photographer and videographer Craig Peterman, who has captured more than 500 weddings and brings a clear, practical perspective to the vendor booking process. Craig walks couples through what really matters between the first inquiry and the mo…

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IFH 832: The Filmmaker Who Refused to Tap Out: The Making of Heel Kick! with Danny Mac 1:02:36

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Danny Mac, a self-taught filmmaker from Edmonton, turned his dream into a career through persistence, creativity, and sheer determination. After producing his first feature, Love/Hate, on weekends while working a day job, he managed to sell it to a Canadian broadcaster—an extraordinary feat for a debut filmmaker. The experience became his hands-on …

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History for the Holidays V 16:58

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(Hosts: Christine, Lucy, Kristin) Celebrate the end of 2025 with our annual selection of historical stories about the holiday season!By Footnoting History

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Just Dropped: Alpha 7 V First Look 45:11

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In this week's episode Clyde and Sean unveil the NEW Sony Alpha 7 V. They discuss the impact of this camera on the Alpha 7 Series line-up, unpack the features that this camera offers and how it can support shooters across multiple disciplines. Join us every Tuesday for the latest conversations, plus follow us at @SonyAlpha.ANZ where you can submit …

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IFH 831: Making Independent Films Without Hollywood or a Huge Budget with David Ash 52:24

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On today’s episode, we meet David Ash, a filmmaker who perfectly embodies the spirit of the weekend warrior — balancing a demanding corporate career, a family of four, and a thriving passion for filmmaking. Living in the Twin Cities, Ash proves that a creative life doesn’t have to mean abandoning stability. With a degree in business administration …

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IFH 830: How Two Filmmakers Captured the Ultimate Rocky Fan Story with Jim Toscano & Danny Gianino 38:15

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Jim Toscano and Danny Gianino, two filmmakers from Detroit, found an unexpected calling in telling the story of Mike Kunda, the world’s number one Rocky fan. Their documentary, The Pretender, follows Kunda’s lifelong devotion to Sylvester Stallone’s iconic character — a passion that goes far beyond simple fandom. From dressing like Rocky to giving …

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#43: Why Choose an All-Inclusive Wedding Package? with Cherri Maley 33:27

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin and August sit down with Cherri Maley, General Manager of Messina Inn in Texas Hill Country. As a Certified Meeting and Event Planner and Certified Wedding Coordinator, Cherri brings a rare combination of logistical expertise, hospitality leadership, and heartfelt dedication to e…

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BONUS EPISODE: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Money for Your Movie with Franco Sama 1:15:23

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Franco Sama, a veteran executive producer, reveals the hard truths and practical steps behind raising real money for independent films. He explains that while many filmmakers obsess over finding investors, the real challenge is making their projects financially viable. To attract funding, he emphasizes the importance of having a solid business plan…

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Thank You, James Hemings (the man who brought you mac and cheese) 26:28

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(Host: Kristin) You know it and love it, but did you realize who was responsible for bringing macaroni and cheese into your life? Learn about James Hemings, the enslaved man who traveled to France and trained in French cuisine, this week on Footnoting History! For further reading suggestions and more, please visit: https://www.footnotinghistory.com…

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IFH 829: The Secret to Marketing Your Movie Like a Pro with Brad Wilke 1:27:24

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On today’s episode, we welcome Brad Wilke, a filmmaker, screenwriter, and marketing strategist whose career bridges the worlds of storytelling and audience building. A graduate of West Point turned filmmaker, Brad’s path to Hollywood wasn’t typical—he went from military service to film programming, then into writing creature features for Roger Corm…

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Tech Talk: Enhancing Camera Capability with Firmware Updates 51:46

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In this week's episode Clyde and Sean unpack the latest firmware updates for Alpha 9 III and Alpha 1 II and discuss the benefits of fast autofocus. They also chat about their wish list items for the festive season and their best gifting suggestions for shooters. Join us every Tuesday for the latest conversations, plus follow us at @SonyAlpha.ANZ wh…

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058: RT Florida – Robert Sinton, Seven Days on the Run 1:38:10

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Robert Sinton - Ran Missions with RT Florida based at CCN. Inserted into an area no team could stay in, out of water, tracked by NVA, and still pushing the mission. Bob Sinton breaks down a full seven-day recon, how his Montagnard team kept him alive, and what it took to outthink the enemy in their backyard. Support this podcast at — https://redcir…

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IFH 828: The Ultimate Life of Action: Martial Arts, Movies, and Wisdom with Leo Fong 1:15:14

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Leo Fong was a true Renaissance man — a martial arts Grand Master, filmmaker, and Methodist minister who turned life’s challenges into fuel for creativity. Born in 1930s Arkansas, Leo faced racial discrimination early, leading him to boxing and later martial arts as a way to build confidence and strength. His journey took him from judo dojos and ku…

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#42: How to Break Up with Tradition and Plan a Wedding 100% You with Jenny Mac 40:15

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin and August sit down with Jenny MacFarlane, owner of Eloping is Fun in New York City. With 15 years of experience crafting elopements and micro-weddings, Jenny has helped over a thousand couples throw out the rulebook and design days that feel authentically them—from private vows …

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Craig Parry on Shooting with Chris Hemsworth and Photographing Above & Below the Ocean 51:07

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From the reefs of Byron Bay to the icy waters of Antarctica, Ocean Photographer of the Year Craig Parry has spent his life chasing moments most of us never see. In this episode, Clyde sits down with Craig, fresh from being awarded Ocean Photographer of the Year at the National Maritime Museum, to dive into the world of underwater, seascape, and aer…

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Dr. Blackwell 25:59

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(Host: Samantha) In 1847, the idea that a woman could be a medical doctor was absurd. Some thought it couldn’t be done. Others accepted the premise that a woman could learn to be a physician, but suggested such a woman would need to disguise herself as a man and go study far away where no one would recognize her – France, perhaps. But for Elizabeth…

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IFH 827: Turning a Script into a Movie: The Indie Filmmaking Story of Jamie Buckner 1:11:36

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Jamie Buckner’s filmmaking journey is one built on passion, persistence, and pure creative drive. After exploring careers in music, architecture, and art, he realized filmmaking combined everything he loved into one pursuit. Starting as a production assistant, Jamie worked his way through Hollywood’s ranks on major films like Seabiscuit, The Depart…

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Tech Talk: Mac vs PC, Data Wrangling & Status of Street Photography in 2025 1:02:25

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In this episode of The Full Frame Podcast, Clyde and Sean dive into the two sides of creative life - the technical workflows behind modern content creation, and the evolving culture of street photography in 2025. From Mac's dominance in the creative world to real-world data wrangling horror stories (yes, including 2:00 AM file dumps), they break do…

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119. A Werewolf Craze Leads to Torture and Executions, Western Europe 16th-17th centuries 46:01

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If you were living in Western Europe in the late middle ages and early modern age, you might well come across partly eaten humans, whilst walking around in the woods, or even, alas, strolling in Paris. OBVIOUSLY these partly eaten humans had been attacked by werewolves! Duh! There were a lot of real wolves roaming around, attacking humans, if the w…

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IFH 826: How to Turn a Script Into a Movie Without Hollywood’s Help with Chris Jay 1:19:32

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Chris Jay, once a touring musician with the rock band Army of Freshmen, found a new creative path when the music industry shifted and opportunities dried up. Instead of giving up, he and his bandmate Aaron Goldberg turned to filmmaking, writing and producing their first feature, The Bet. Without studio backing or formal film education, the duo lear…

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Tech Talk: Unpacking Sony Sensors + Insights into the World of Virtual Production 58:44

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In this week's episode Clyde and Sean discuss all things virtual production, including what it offers for today's filmmakers and the technology and products that Sony has developed for this shooting method. They also chat about the sensor types that Sony offers in their current camera line-up. Join us every Tuesday for the latest conversations, plu…

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118. Henry V Orders the French Prisoners Killed, Agincourt, France October 25 1415 1:08:54

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The battle of Agincourt was almost over when Henry V ordered the prisoners killed. Nowadays, this would clearly be a war crime, but in 1415, it wasn't, though nobody liked it. Henry did not expect to win the battle, which involved a fairly small bunch of muddy unarmored Englishmen with dysentery up against a formidable line of armored Frenchmen on …

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History for Halloween XII 27:45

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(Hosts: Christine, Lucy, Sam, and Kristin) It's the spookiest time of the year and we are here with your annual dose of historical Halloween tales! For further reading suggestions and more, please visit: https://www.footnotinghistory.comBy Footnoting History

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#41: In Our Engagement Era: Taylor, Travis & the Future of Weddings 45:56

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In this special “Taylor-era” episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin sits down with co-host August Yocher, Susan Stremlau, Owner and Creative Director of Marion Moss Floral Design & Farm, and Ariana Teachey, Founder of Ariana Teachey | Virtual Assistant, to talk all things Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. From engagement-day rea…

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IFH 825: The Untold Stories of Women in Action Cinema with Melanie Wise 52:34

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Melanie Wise, a former model and actress, discusses her transition to producing due to height-related challenges in acting. She produced the horror action film "Hannah's Gift," which she also starred in, and faced issues with lost masters and ineffective editors. Wise co-founded the Artemis Film Festival to showcase women in action roles, highlight…

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Julia Trotti on Turning Portrait Photography Into a Career on YouTube 57:18

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In this week's episode of The Full Frame, a Sony Podcast, we feature portrait photographer and Youtube creator Julia Trotti (@juliatrotti). From her early days shooting portraits to becoming one of Australia’s leading photography voices on YouTube, Julia shares how she finds character in lenses, builds trust with her subjects, and keeps her creativ…

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117. Columbus Captures Arawaks and Demands They Tell Him Where the Gold Is, Guanahani (in the Bahamas) October 12, 1492 1:01:42

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Columbus's first trip to what would be called the Americas, in 1492, was a difficult one. Nobody thought he would actually get anywhere, since he had grossly underestimated the size of the globe, but the Spanish monarchs had some extra cash, since the war with the Moors was over, and thought they might as well fund the enterprise, because otherwise…

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#40: Wedding Pros vs AI: Who Knows Weddings Best? 40:05

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin and August put AI to the test in a head-to-head format: they tackle common wedding planning questions, then ask ChatGPT the exact same prompts to compare answers. They explore that while AI can be a helpful starting point, real-world expertise, context, and taste make all the dif…

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IFH 824: The Screenwriting Secrets Every Indie Writer Needs to Know with Dan Benamor 40:34

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Dan Benamor began his film career as an intern, quickly working his way up to head of development at a small production company. That experience gave him a deep understanding of story and the industry, shaping his perspective on what makes a screenplay stand out: confidence, strong character work, and purposeful storytelling. While he has tried dir…

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Tech Talk: Our Wishlist for Sony Lenses + Streamlining Workflows 47:54

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In this week's episode Clyde and Sean discuss apps, including Sony’s Creator’s App and Monitor & Control App, and the ways in which they can improve the workflows of shooters. They also chat about the niche lenses they would love to see added to the Sony lens line-up. Join us every Tuesday for the latest conversations, plus follow us at @SonyAlpha.…

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Ren Faire History: From Folk Music to Fried Food 16:43

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(Host: Lucy) Giant turkey legs, fried food, implausible costumes… and counterculture? This episode explores the roots of Renaissance Faires in the US, and how this originally hippie-centric phenomenon was linked to other forms of medievalism in the ‘60s and ‘70s. Communes, folk music, particolored tights, and a reimagined past turn out to be more c…

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116. The Great German Peasants' War, Central Europe 1524-1525 44:19

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In the early 16th century, the peasants of Central Europe were being overtaxed, overworked, and underfed, and the lords of the lands kept making things worse. Things worsened, after which they worsened some more, snails got involved, and then there was the biggest peasant revolt in Europe before the French Revolution. If you're a native English spe…

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#39: How to Plan Ahead to Get the Most Out of Your Photography Experience with Julian Ribinik 1:00:13

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin and August sit down with Julian Ribinik, an award-winning wedding photographer, Creative Director of Julian Ribinik Studios, and founder of BioPrime Wellness. With nearly two decades behind the lens, Julian shares how thoughtful planning upfront leads to a calmer wedding day and …

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IFH 823: The Secret to Getting Noticed as a Screenwriter with James Moorer 1:10:36

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Ann Odong on her 20-year journey to put female athletes in the spotlight through photography 1:03:57

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By Sony Alpha ANZ

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Tech Talk: Why the 100mm F2.8 GM is a Game Changer for Macro Photography 34:20

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In this week's episode Clyde and Sean dive into Sony's newest G Master lens, the FE 100mm F2.8 GM Prime Macro. They also discuss the challenges of macro photography and explore some of the technical aspects of this genre. Join us every Tuesday for the latest conversations, plus follow us at @SonyAlpha.ANZ where you can submit your questions and giv…

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#38: Now That I'm Married, How Can I Help Others? with DJ & Jacob Pingue 45:06

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In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin and August sit down with newlyweds DJ & Jacob Pingue for the second installment of our series, “Now That I’m Married, How Can I Help Others?”. Married on June 28, 2025, with a ceremony at Mission Santa Clara de Asís and a reception at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery, DJ and Jacob s…

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IFH 822: From Video Games to the Big Screen: The Filmmaking Journey of Nicole Jones-Dion 37:15

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Nicole Jones-Dion, a screenwriter, director, and producer, shared her unconventional path into filmmaking, beginning in the world of video games and comics before moving into film. Known for her work on projects like Tekken 2, Dracula: The Dark Prince, and the SyFy thriller They Found Hell, she has built a career in genre storytelling that blends s…

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The Pendle Witches 28:38

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(Host: Kristin) In 1612, nine-year-old Jennet Devize accused her mother in court of witchcraft. Her testimony led to the conviction of 11 people, 10 of whom were sent to the gallows. Find out about the most famous witchcraft event in English history that you may never have heard about in this episode of Footnoting History! For further reading sugge…

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115. The Janissaries Briefly Break the Truce, December 24, 1522, Rhodes 1:04:54

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The Knights Hospitaler and the Ottoman Troops of Suleiman the Magnificent were well matched, with state-of-the-art cannonry and defenses, but it was Suleiman who commanded the Janissaries, the formidable household infantry troops loyal to the Sultan. Occasionally, though, they got out of hand; briefly, during the second truce after the second Siege…