Thinking of starting your own festival? Want to know the raw, unfiltered truth about what really goes on behind the scenes?

In this brutally honest episode, we dive into how to fail—or maybe succeed—at running a festival. From budget disasters and last-minute cancellations to surprise celebrity guests and emotional wins, we’re breaking down the real lessons you won’t find in any guidebook. Whether you're planning a film festival, arts showcase, or community event, this is the episode every future festival director needs to hear. Spoiler: it’s harder, weirder, and more rewarding than you think. Thinking of running a festival? Here's everything we wish someone told us first. This episode is a part two of where we left off last week. In this episode we hit on contracts, budgets, and sponsors. Resources Mentioned: • https://www.WOLFMediaFest.com • https://www.wolfmediafest.com/event/buy/Wolf-Media-Festival-Annual-Event-April-2025 Follow Us: • Instagram: WOLF MEDIA FEST (@wolfmediafest) https://www.instagram.com/wolfmediafest/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559208474638 • Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wolfmediafest.bsky.social IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-wolf-media-festival-podca-205920422/ Film Submission: Filmfreeway.com/WolfMediaFestival ALL Submissions: WolfMediaFest.com Credits: • Hosted by: Richard Wilmore and Jacquelynn Wolfheart • Produced and edited by: Jacquelynn Wolfheart Disclaimer: Some of the links provided are affiliate links. We may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Products and Topics Mentioned in this Episode: Backstage: https://www.backstage.com/refer/?utm_source=apply_modal Make Your Day Richer https://www.youtube.com/@UCK7kX2oJOdsDKw3eNuicleg Guinea Pig Rescue https://www.squeaky-squad.com/ Support Our Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wolfmediafestivalpodcast and/or https://www.patreon.com/wolfmediafestivalpodcast/about