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Film School

Ira Heinichen, Joshua McClenney

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A filmmaker and a writer tackle the AFI's Top 100 Films and beyond to educate themselves about movies and storytelling. Welcome to Film School!
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One-on-one chats with commercial directors, advertising agency creatives, actors, editors, producers, crew and more. Filmmaker Jordan Brady has directed of over 1300 spots , 4 feature films, 3 full-length documentaries and one Netflix special. The show is edited by Jake Brady. Jordan is Founder of Commercial Directing Film School and owner of True Gentleman Industries, aka True Gent, a commercial production company in Los Angeles.
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The MAKE IT Podcast

Chris Barkley & Nicholas Buggs

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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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Voice Of Costume - Creating Character through Costume Design

Catherine Baumgardner - Costume Designer and Educator

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Ever wonder how characters in film and TV get their look? Do you like creative inspiration? Want to hear great behind-the-scenes stories? Listen in on working costume designers discussing getting started, inspirations, creative problem solving, career hurdles and the films and shows they work on. Join costume designer, Catherine Baumgardner, as she talks to other designers, directors, and actors on creating characters through costume. Hear behind-the-scene stories and personal advice from pr ...
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Deep Dive Film School

Adam Palcher and Adam Sherlock

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Every Friday we review films that are part of our non-stop festivals. These festivals will cover a treasure trove of topics about film history from famous directors to genres to modern classics and punishment reviews. We are here to dive deep into each film and educate ourselves and you along the way. And what better way to have these discussions than with old friends. Adam Sherlock and Adam Palcher had a podcast since 2007 named A Damn Movie Podcast with over 300 episodes, in 2019 we decide ...
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On a film set, when the AD call's "Rehearsal's Up" it signals that it is time for rehearsal to begin, and when he/she calls "Picture's Up" it signals that rehearsal is over and it is time to begin filming. This podcast is about transitioning from interest in a career in film, to having a career in film.
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Where Are We Now? is a podcast diving deep into the elusive world of child stardom, hosted by actor, comedian, and writer Rivkah Reyes (who you might know from the iconic film School of Rock and Netflix's Easy.) Where Are We Now? provides a platform for former child stars slash current adults living their dang lives to tell their own stories authentically so that Buzzfeed doesn’t have to.
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Let's suck in the guts, guys. We're the Ghostbusters... Bustin' still makes us feel good! The boys are back and saving New York yet again from the spookies. It's been five years, everyone has done a bit of going their separate ways, but there are shenanigans afoot. Ghosts need busting! Can they capture some of the magic of the original? We watch an…
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Maria Aguilar shares such great perspective on life and how to approach tough situations. Listen in on specific things she has learned from people she has worked with and her experience on High School Musical: The Musical: The series Watch more episodes on youtube: @voiceofcostume The “Voice of Costume” is the first podcast created between working …
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Veteran commercial directors Marc Scholermann shares his many insights on navigating the industry, building a diverse portfolio, collaborating with agencies, and the importance of maintaining strong client relationships. Wow, there's a wealth of practical advice for both aspiring and seasoned commercial directors looking to elevate their craft and …
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Tish Monaghan has a long ranging career in Costume Design. Retiring after this last project "Percey Jackson and the Olympians" she shares her journey from getting started to now retiring. She shares what she has learned over the years and insights into behind the scenes stories. Truly an episode to glean from! Watch more episodes on youtube: @voice…
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A real pleasure sitting down with industry veteran Michael Pierce for a captivativing conversation and I was eager to learn more about Michael's unique role as a "media fixer." What struck me most was his ability to evolve from a creative freelancer to a strategic media connector, leveraging his extensive network and deep industry knowledge. The ro…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with filmmakers Aaron Irons and Josh Croft about their experiences at the Defy Film Festival, their independent horror films "Chest" and "Jeffrey's Hell," and their overall approach to low-budget, authentic filmmaking. The conversation covers the importance of community, resourcefulness, and stayin…
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Jessica Altina Lee Sanders’s martial arts action comedy short “THE COCKTAIL PARTY” exploring female empowerment, premiered at the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival and won numerous international festival awards. The action packed, playful film tells the story of a cocktail party that turns into an unexpected martial arts action film. Jessica directed and …
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They're here... This movie is the perfect horror film for beginners; Spooky 101, if you will. It's not super violent, super scary, or super disturbing...but it DOES bring the noise. It IS scary, and unquestionably a horror movie that gets appropriate crazy by the end. It exists in that weird middle-ground between E.T. and Nightmare on Elm Street, a…
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Cynthia Summers is an award winning costume designer that has worked on such projects as "The Last of Us", "Goosebumps", "Snowpiercer", "The Baby-Sitters Club" and "A Series of Unfortunate Events". Hear how she got started, how her dad's blueprints for ships inspired her, and inspirational lessons she has learned along the way! Watch episodes on yo…
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Advertising industry veteran Anthony Vagnoni and I had an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of commercial filmmaking and marketing. With decades of experience spanning roles in publishing, PR, and production, Vagnoni provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing up-and-coming directors. From the importance o…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk to David "D. Bird" Birdsall, the co-founder of the White Collar Rhymes Discord community. They discuss D. Bird's experience organizing a music project that brought together internet friends from around the world to create The Last Mixtape album and documentary in a mansion in Austin, Texas. The con…
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Who you gonna call? It's hard to understate just how large of an impression this movie made on the kids who grew up in the 1980s (and 90s). This movie felt like it was EVERYONE'S favorite movie. Deadpanned Bill Murray, nerdy Harold Ramis, golden retriever Dan Akroyd, skeptical/wtf Ernie Banks, goofy Slimer, possessed Sigourney Weaver, that-neighbor…
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Annie Bloom gives insights into how Tim Allen stayed cool in his Santa suit, how she came from small town Iowa to Hollywood, and how much her daughter has impacted her life. Listen in for a super Christmas-y episode with a lot of heart and inspiration! Watch episodes on youtube: @voiceofcostume The “Voice of Costume” is the first podcast created be…
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What's it liked to get older? As Josh and Ira dip their toes into 'middle age,' things start to change. You're not old yet, but you're not young anymore. Some things improve. Some things get worse. Ya boys talk about it. Enjoy! Also, Josh recommends Seinfeld which is currently on Netflix, and Ira recommends Alien 3, which is currently on Disney+.…
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I think, Captain Wiles, we're tangled up in a murder... Old Al is trying his hand again at a comedy. This time, its a country community with a dead body on their hands, and they don't want anyone to know about it. Hitch's comedies have been hit and miss so far. How does this one stack up? We watch and discuss :)…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with Director and Cinematographer Tiffany Murray about her experiences working in the film industry directing, shooting, and trying her hand at producing. They discuss her recent film, 2 Lives in Pittsburgh, and the challenges of independent filmmaking. The conversation also explores issues of incl…
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How many drafts is the right number of drafts??? Is it okay to write the thing once and then call it done? Or do we need to write and rewrite and edit and write some more and more and more? Or...is it something in between? Josh and Ira discuss what works for them! Also, Josh again recommends Chernobyl on Max, and Ira recommends Mountain Queen which…
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This week we continue our Albert Brooks festival with our second installment, Modern Romance from 1981. Written, directed and acted all by Brooks himself we get a self loathing, selfish man who is too into his own world and his own problems to truly face what's actually affecting his relationship with his patient girlfriend. Enjoy the conversation!…
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The cat has a new kitten... Hitch and Grace Kelly team up again, this time with Cary Grant swapped in for Jimmy Stewart, and the vast, gorgeous French Riviera rather than a single, confined apartment. Grant plays a jewel thief being framed for a robbery he didn't actually commit, and Grace is the woman he falls for. We watch and discuss!…
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Back in Ira's DJing days, he put together literally hundreds of sets. An interesting pattern developed during that time: no matter how much his skill increased as he went (and it did), some sets just worked better than others. Some were great, others weren't, and no amount of skill could make a set great that wasn't from the outset. So...just how m…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk about the upcoming Nashville Film Festival, the recent Sundance Film Festival host city announcement, and the Make It Podcast reaching a major milestone of 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. They also discuss the legacy of the late James Earl Jones, analyze box office trends, and dive into audience re…
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That's a secret, private world you're looking into out there... It's Hitchcock's first true classic. Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly star in one of the crime film concepts for the ages: a man is laid up with a broken leg and a view out his window into the apartment courtyards behind his building...and he thinks he witnesses a murder. What a delight t…
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Born in Vancouver, Canada and now based in Los Angeles, Ilanna Barkusky is an internationally awarded commercial director, filmmaker and photographer. Her creative journey originated in the action sports industry, capturing athletes in the mountains with her camera in tow while completing her Bachelor of Arts at the University of British Columbia. …
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This week we break down the intense card table scene from the dominating cop drama, Training Day, by Antoine Fuqua. With Denzel playing him like a fool, Ethan Hawke brings the intensity in this is emotional rollercoaster of a scene that leaves you unsettled. Enjoy the conversation! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we…
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The feedback loop is at the heart of developing any skill. But, the vast majority of the work we do as storytellers is done alone. So, where and when do you open yourself up for other people to comment on? And once get that feedback, what do we DO with it? We discuss! Also, Josh recommends some of his all-time favorite shows, The Office (UK), Arres…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk about Director Mike Day's transition from accounting to producing and directing, his work on major Hollywood films, and the challenges of managing film budgets. They discuss Mike's directing style and influences, as well as the marketing strategy for his latest film "Clawfoot." The conversation als…
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Have you ever thought of your script, book, or film as a persuasive argument? It is. Drama quite literally arises from two (or several) characters with very different, very persuasive points of view clashing with each other. That's called rhetoric. And if our characters' rhetorical skill can only ever be as strong as the person who wrote that chara…
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Susan Munro (on the right) of Hybrid Collective and more recently of her sister company Session City, (seen above with co-founder Starr Session Varga, left) has consistently impressed me with her passion and dedication to the craft. As longtime friends who have worked together for over a decade, I've always admired her ability to blend technical ex…
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This week we kick off our newest festival where we explore the comedic mind of Albert Brooks in his directional debut, 1979's Real Life. A story about a reality show hosted and starring Albert Brooks as a heightened paranoid version of himself trying to direct this family during the greatest show of all, LIFE! Enjoy the conversation!…
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris has a conversation with acclaimed film and television producer Gale Anne Hurd. Hurd discusses her storied career, including her start working for legendary producer Roger Corman, her breakout success producing The Terminator, and her influential work on iconic projects like Aliens and The Walking Dead. Throughou…
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I want to make a confession... Hitchcock has a nose for a character in a bind, and that's on full display with this one, where a priest takes confession from a murderer, then becomes the main suspect in that very same murder. Will he break his oath as a priest and tell the authorities the truth? Or will he hang for another man's crime? We watch and…
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Explore the creative world of Emmy-nominated costume designer Stacy Caballero, known for her work on Marvel's "Echo" and assisting on other blockbuster films like "Thor: Ragnarok" and "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." In this exclusive interview, Stacy shares her inspiring journey from LSU to Hollywood, the importance of mentorship, and the cultura…
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Commercial director Lars Timmermann is a true master of his craft, blending technical prowess with a boundless creative spirit. From meticulously crafted stop-motion miniatures to collaborating with skilled puppeteers, Lars' work is a testament to the power of practical effects and handcrafted elements. I was struck by his unwavering commitment to …
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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick discuss the challenges facing the animation industry as it grapples with the potential impact of AI and Warner Brothers' $8.5 billion investment in Nevada, which is contingent on a film tax credit incentive bill. We also talk about: - The phenomenon of sequel fatigue and Hollywood's reliance on franchis…
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Join us for an exclusive interview with award-winning costume designer Carol Case, best known for her work on hit series like *Fargo* and *Billy the Kid*! Carol dives deep into the creative process behind some of TV’s most iconic looks, including Juno Temple's unforgettable yellow cardigan and Jon Hamm's rugged sheepskin coat in *Fargo* Season 5. D…
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So, you've heard about a movie that has MULTIPLE endings. Maybe they're in the actual film, maybe they're extras on the DVD, or maybe they're just rumors and old scripts. What place do those hold in the context of good storytelling? Are they untapped goldmines, or are they the cast-offs of the perfecting process? We discuss! Also, Josh recommends X…
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This week we break down the famous chest bursting scene from Ridley Scott's 1979 sci-fi classic, the first in the series, the original Alien. Wow, what a scene and so many stories surrounding it. Great conversation too. Enjoy! Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the …
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Discover the stunning costume designs of Mekel Bailey in the Netflix series Baby Reindeer. Elevate your look with inspiration from Mekel's unique creations and learn how he overcomes the imposter syndrome in the industry. Watch and Subscribe to us on Youtube! http://www.youtube.com/@VoiceOfCostume The “Voice of Costume” is the first podcast created…
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