243 - Actor JesseJames Locorriere - Be Careful Not To Let Your Craft Define You (Mistakes In The Making)

376 - Nathan Rigaud - Whale Animation Studios Creative Executive, Cinematographer, and Animator - Deconstructing the Art of Visual Storytelling, Going from From PA to Director, Learning the Film Industry as a Teenager | Indie Talk Takeover: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with filmmaker Nathan Rigaud. Nathan shares his background and experience in filmmaking, including working on sets and creating his own animated content. They discuss challenges in the indie... by The MAKE IT Podcast

103 min listen

375 - Reviewing ‘Monkey Man’, Representation in Film, Content Overload, Influencer Personas, Mike Tyson’s Fight with Jake Paul, and Historic Breakout Roles | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, Chris and Nick discuss the current state of film, television, and streaming content. They delve into topics around content overload, authenticity, influencer personas, and actors' early... by The MAKE IT Podcast

87 min listen

374 - Micah Simms, Cinematographer - The Art of Visual Storytelling, Secrets from a Film and Commercial Shoot Pro, Crafting Shots from Concept to Screen, and Mapping Shots to the Director's Vision: Hello, Hello! In this episode, we have a conversation with Cinematographer Micah Simms. Chris interviews Micah about his career journey and experiences working in commercials and films. They discuss Micah's passion for the craft of... by The MAKE IT Podcast

117 min listen

373 - Filmmakers Dexter Strong Buell & Derek Mindler on Speaking Truth in an Attention-Seeking Culture, Untangling Cult Cinema Cash Cows, A New Kind of Film School, Indie Ingenuity, and Their Short Film The South Shore | Indie Talk Takeover: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with filmmakers and about their experiences in the indie film space, including Dexter's recent short film "" and Derek's work as a cinematographer. They also discuss challenges in filmmaking... by The MAKE IT Podcast

108 min listen

372 - Jason Padgitt, Executive Director of the Nashville Film Festival - Inside the World of Film Festival Programming, The Power of Music Docs, What Festival Selections Reveal about a Film, and Balancing Art, Industry and Integrity: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris has a conversation with Jason Padgitt, Executive Director of the Nashville Film Festival. They discuss Jason's role and responsibilities at NaFF, the film selection process, balancing industry and artistic... by The MAKE IT Podcast

111 min listen

371 - Angus Benfield - Actor, Director, and Producer | The Story Behind “The Keeper,” Independent Filmmaking on a Budget, Tips for Avoiding Burnout, AI Tools, and Following Your Passion into a Career: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with Angus Benfield about his career as an Actor, Producer, Writer and Director and his upcoming film "The Keeper" which tackles the important issue of veteran suicide. They discuss Angus'... by The MAKE IT Podcast

96 min listen

370 - Launching Films in the Digital Age, New Models for Connecting Creators and Audiences, Navigating the Legal Landscape of Entertainment, and Optimizing the Film Industry | Daril Fannin & Austin Worrell - Founders, Kino Studios: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with Daril Fannin and Austin Worrell from . They discuss challenges in the film industry and opportunities for new models to empower creators through technology. Daril and Austin share their... by The MAKE IT Podcast

94 min listen

369 - Balancing Art and Commerce in Independent Film, Using Art for Activism and Social Change | Actor, Writer & Producer Jordan Charles: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with Actor, Writer, and Producer Jordan Charles about his film project "Brothers in Arms," which explores themes of family, redemption, and the impact of war through two brothers separated at a... by The MAKE IT Podcast

88 min listen

368 - Indie Talk Takeover | Why Film Festivals Still Reign Supreme for Filmmakers, Staying Motivated, and Ranking the Best Films of Awards-Season | Film Critic and Podcaster Adam Schartoff: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with Adam Schartoff, the host of the long-running podcast Film Wax Radio. They discuss Adam's experience maintaining a podcast for over 790 episodes and the challenges of keeping enthusiasm and... by The MAKE IT Podcast

94 min listen

367 - Indie Talk Takeover | Preserving Culture Through Documentary Filmmaking, Nonprofits, and Education | Filmmakers Nicholas Mihm & Rostam Zafari: Hello, Hello! In this episode, we are joined by filmmaking partners Nicholas Mihm and Rostam Zafari. They discuss their filmmaking partnership, their new documentary 'Bubjan,' their nonprofit work promoting Iranian culture, and future projects... by The MAKE IT Podcast

88 min listen

366 - Indie Talk Takeover | Developing a Characters Authenticity, Backstory, and Truth to Roles | Acting Teacher & DigiFest Founder Diane Strand: Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick speak with Acting Teacher and Co-Founder of JDS Actors Studio, Diane Strand. Diane shares her extensive background working in the entertainment industry, where she has taken on many roles... by The MAKE IT Podcast

72 min listen

365 - Indie Talk Takeover | Reinventing the Movie Business with Blockchain: The Future of Independent Film Financing, DAO’s and Smart Contracts | Chris J. Davis - Former WordPress Maverick & Film.io Co-Founder & CTO: Hello, Hello! A few corrections from episode 364: Charlton Heston was in Ben Hur - but not as a primary actor. He was in a scene in which he rode a horse. Our social media handle on Instagram and X are @_makeitpodcast (not... by The MAKE IT Podcast

91 min listen

364 - We Survived 2023! A Year In Review - Our Favorite Films, Conversations, and Episodes (And a Look Ahead to 2024) | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this episode of The Make It Podcast Chris & Nick recapped 2023 and looked ahead to 2024. They reflected on their favorite films of the year, including BlackBerry and American Symphony, and the best guests of the year... by The MAKE IT Podcast

100 min listen

Happy New Year - Full Episode Drops Friday: Hello, Hello! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Chris provides a short update on episodes and content for this month and a hint at 2024. How you can continue to enjoy MAKE IT content: Subscribe to the MAKE IT YouTube channel. Subscribe... by The MAKE IT Podcast

2 min listen

363 - An Unlikely Journey to the Top of the Film Festival World | Brian Owens, CIFF Artistic Director: Hello, Hello! In this episode of the MAKE IT Podcast we are joined by Brian Owens, Artistic Director . He provides his film festival tips, advice, and insights on the MAKE IT podcast. Brian has been at the helm of some of North... by The MAKE IT Podcast

80 min listen

362 - Navigating Strikes and Incentives and Getting Films Made in New Orleans with Full Armor Films' Frank Monteleone | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this episode of the Make It Podcast, independent filmmaker Frank Monteleone joins Chris and Nick to talk about his company, , his career, and the film industry in New Orleans and beyond. We also talk about: ... by The MAKE IT Podcast

96 min listen

361 - The Billion Dollar Tax Loophole: How Studios Legally Pay Zero, Pivoting Your Art to Find Success Later in Life, and The Financial Impact of WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of the MAKE IT Podcast, Chris and Nick discuss artist Jelly Roll's inspirational acceptance speech for Best New Artist at the CMA Awards. They contemplate the ability to pivot genres throughout a career,... by The MAKE IT Podcast

72 min listen

360 - Five Night's Box Office Success, Manipulating Criticism and Can Indies Replicate Taylor Swift's AMC Deal? | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! This week on The Make It Podcast, Chris and Nick discuss the success of and how it was able to capitalize on existing IP in a way that worked. They also analyze Taylor Swift's deal with AMC to distribute her concert film... by The MAKE IT Podcast

63 min listen

359 - Director Roxana Boldovin - The Power of Hustle: Cold-Pitching Your Way from Music Videos to Feature Filmmaker | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, Chris is joined by Director . She discusses her career journey from growing up with an immigrant background in Brooklyn to directing music videos for major artists. Roxana also shares... by The MAKE IT Podcast

85 min listen

358 - Bias vs. Impartiality: Selection Debates at Independent Film Festivals | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, Chris and Nick discuss their experiences at the recent Nashville Film Festival and fielding more feedback from filmmakers than in previous years. They debate filmmakers' perspectives on wanting... by The MAKE IT Podcast

86 min listen

357 - Effectively Exploit Your Film by Leveraging Influencer Marketing Feat. President of QYOU Media, Inc. Glenn Ginsburg | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, we have a conversation with the President of QYOU Media, Inc., Glenn Ginsburg. Glenn provided valuable insights into influencer marketing strategies for major studios and independent... by The MAKE IT Podcast

72 min listen

356 - Embracing Failure, Using Feedback Effectively, and Being Entrepreneurial in Filmmaking Feat. Writer & Director Todd Bogin | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk we have a conversation with Writer & Director Todd Bogin. Todd generously shared his experience writing, producing, and distributing his debut feature . He discussed his unconventional... by The MAKE IT Podcast

79 min listen

355 - Using Film to Explore Radical Honesty w/ Writer and Director Jennifer Cooney | Indie Talk: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, we're joined by Jennifer Cooney, Filmmaker and Director of the feature film Wildfire. We talk about: Jennifer's directorial debut, Wildfire. It's a drama about radical honesty... by The MAKE IT Podcast

63 min listen

354 - Indie Talk feat. Director & Podcaster Andrea Shreeman - Lessons and Realities of Converging Filmmaking, Storytelling, and Podcasting: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, our special guest, Andrea Shreeman, discusses her filmmaking and director career, including winning Sundance in 2008 and directing the thriller Side Effect. She talks about launching... by The MAKE IT Podcast

54 min listen

353 - Indie Talk - Marketing Really Works (especially in Film), Fun with the 48 Hour Film Festival, and How Much Power Should Social Media Influencers Have: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, Chris and Nick are back together and better than ever! They talk about: The Oliver Anthony phenomenon Putting a period on the Alabama dock fight How Mattel flipped the status quo... by The MAKE IT Podcast

82 min listen

352 - Tips & Tactics for Producing an International Documentary - Indie Talk feat. Director Maggie Contreras and Producer Charity Wakefield: Hello, Hello! In this special edition of Indie Talk, we miss Bonsai Nick but bring on two fantastic guest hosts. Director and Producer Maggie Contreras () and Actress and Producer Charity Wakefield (). Both worked on the incredible... by The MAKE IT Podcast

90 min listen

351 - Mistakes In The Making - Filmmaker Lance Clark - Contracts Matter But Relationships Matter More: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, Filmmaker and PhD Professor Lance Clark reminisces on his first SAG feature when he cast an A-List actress that reneged on her contract three days before principal... by The MAKE IT Podcast

10 min listen

350 - Indie Talk - Filmmakers Taking Their Power Back, A24 Leading The New Class of Indie, and Strike Updates: Hello, Hello! In this edition of Indie Talk, Chris and Nick are back with a wide-ranging conversation and make room for special guest Production Designer & Art Director ! We talk about: Why Voles are evil Moles Frances' work... by The MAKE IT Podcast

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