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Crash Zoom47. Last Episode, Marvel Leaves GA, Austin Butler is Uninteresting, Spec Script BoomWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is our last episode. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past year. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the two weeks of the show.On this episode we...
2025-08-271h 23
Crash Zoom46. The Voice Actor's AI Dilemma, WBD's Movie Quotas, Duffers Do Paramount, WGA Prepares for 2026Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is our second to last episode. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past 9 months. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the two weeks of the show.On this...
2025-08-2052 min
Crash Zoom45. Disney and AI, Paramount's New Leadership, Comedy Comeback?, Dude Perfect MovieWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is one of our final episodes. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past 9 months. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the last few weeks of the show.On...
2025-08-131h 13
Crash Zoom44. Trump's AI Action Plan + Showrunner AIWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Trump's AI Action Plan (White House)Showrunner AI (Variety)
2025-08-0829 min
Crash Zoom43. KPop Demon HuntersWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Netflix hit animation film 'KPop Demon Hunters' (Business Insider)...
2025-08-0631 min
Crash Zoom42. A24 Saves a Theatre, Metrograph Pictures on Pause?Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The Cherry Lane Theatre reopens thanks to A24 (NYTimes)Metrograph...
2025-08-0134 min
Crash Zoom41. Venice Film Festival 2025Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The Venice Film Festival 2025You can check out Sammie's...
2025-07-3035 min
Crash Zoom40. Netflix Earnings ReportWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Netflix Q2 Earnings (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's...
2025-07-2526 min
Crash Zoom39. Skydance CasualtiesWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The early casualties of the Skydance-Paramount merger: Stephen Colbert and South Park...
2025-07-2335 min
Crash Zoom38. The Curious Case of Laika StudiosWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Laika Studios wants a Re-Brand but will it work? (Indiewire)
2025-07-1833 min
Crash Zoom37. TCM's Special Relationship with WBDWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:TCM's new "Special Relationship" with WBD (Indiewire)You can...
2025-07-1634 min
Crash Zoom36. AI In Film SchoolWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:How AI is being taught in film school and the way students...
2025-07-1134 min
Crash Zoom35. Korea's CJ ENM Unveils AI Show 'Cat Biggie'Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Korean Media Conglomerate CJ ENM announcing their new AI Kid's Show...
2025-07-0931 min
Crash Zoom34. Doomsday Prognostications, Elio Flops, AI Wins in Court, Denis Does Bond, NYT Film List ReactionsWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Will Theatres Last 20 Years? (Stephen Follows)Elio Flops (CNBC)AI Wins in Court (Variety)Denis Does Bond (The Insneider)NYT 100 Greatest Films of the Last 25 Years Reactions (NYTimes)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on Substack
2025-07-021h 10
Crash Zoom33. Steaming Overtakes Linear, NEON's new Horror, Emmy Submissions, Zas Pay Cut, NYTimes Top 10sWelcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Steaming Overtakes Linear (Nielson)NEON invests in Crowdfunded film 'Shelby Oaks' (Indiewire)Emmy Submissions Drop...but Is it Really that Bad? (The Wrap)WBD Cuts David Zaslav's Salary (Gizmodo)NYTimes Top 10sYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft Atlanta...
2025-06-271h 03
Crash Zoom32. Special Guest Imani Vaughn-Jones: AI Lawsuit, Meta Ads, F1 Hot or Not?, Too Many Rich People on TVSammie is on Vacation! So today, filmmaker Aaron Strand is joined with SPECIAL GUEST, actress, writer, producer Imani Vaughn-Jones. Together they discuss:Disney and Universal Sue Midjourney (The Wrap)Meta is replacing Ads with AI (Reuters)Met buys Scale AI (CNBC)Is Apple's 'F1 The Movie' Hot or Not? (Variety)Are Depictions of Wealth Ruining TV (Atlantic)You can check out Imani's work:IG: @ImanivaughnjonesTiktok: @imanivaughnjoneswww.imanivaughnjones.comYou can check out Aaron's work:
2025-06-181h 26
Crash Zoom31. WBD Breakup, Natasha Lyonne LOVES AI, Casting Directors Sound Off, Stolen copy of 'The Day the Clown Cried'Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:WBD Splits in Two (Hollywood Reporter)Lionsgate's plan to use Runway AI (Variety)Natasha Lyonne and Husband Bryan Mooser's AI Party (Vulture)Casting Directors are NOT Ok (Vulture)Stolen copy of 'The Day the Clown Cried' (Huff Post)You can check out Sammie's work:
2025-06-111h 22
Crash Zoom30. Sarandos Saves Sesame Street, AI Propaganda, Is MAGA-TV a Thing?, Legacy Cartoons Thrive, Lynch AuctionWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Netflix Saves Sesame Street (MSNBC)Google is making AI Propaganda (Film Stories)Is MAGA-TV a Thing? (Wired)Adult Cartoons Are Thriving (The Wrap)Matt Wolf on his Pee Wee Doc (Vulture)David Lynch Estate Auction (Juliens)...
2025-06-041h 14
Crash Zoom29. Box Office Booms, The Death of Cartoon Network, the Rise of MUBI, LA Mayor's Bandaid, and more!Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Memorial Day Box Office (The Wrap)The Slow Death of Cartoon Network (Bloomberg)The Rise of MUBI (Variety)LA Mayor Applies Band-Aid to Flesh Wound (Indiewire)Lionsgate selling Tickets through Tiktok (Indiewire)Matt Belloni (Puck)You...
2025-05-281h 16
Crash Zoom28. Travelogue, Tariffs, Voight MHGA Plan, Fin-Syn, RIP Coverfly, Upfronts, Together LawsuitWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Trump Tariffs (CNN )Jon Voight's Plan to Make Hollywood Great Again (Indiewire)We're talking about Fin-Syn!?! (Ankler)The death of Industry Arts and the Screenplay Exploitation Machine (Indiewire)Upfronts (The Dailies)Together Copyright Lawsuit (Indiewire)You...
2025-05-211h 14
Crash Zoom27. 'Saffron Kingdom' - an Interview with Arfat SheikhWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we speak with writer/director Arfat Sheikh about his debut feature 'Saffron KingdomArfat on IG: @arfat_a_sheikhSaffron Kingdom on IG: @saffronkingdomfilmYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check...
2025-05-1444 min
Crash Zoom26. Billionaires go Vertical - an Interview with Madison HatfieldWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we speak with actress/writer/director Madison Hatfield about directing Vertical Dramas and her recent essay "The Billionaire Trope".Read The Billionaire TropeMadison on IG: @madhat31Madison's WebsiteYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on...
2025-05-0750 min
Crash Zoom25. ATLFF, Festival Tips, 60 Minutes Under Pressure, Crew Diversity, Creator Economy, Studio Ep 2Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:ATLFF Opening WeekendAaron's Top 5 Film Fest Tips (Number 2 will BLOW YOUR MIND)Bill Owens Steps down from '60 Minutes' as Trump puts pressure on the Paramount-Skydance Merger (The Wrap)The Data on Crew Diversity (The Ringer)Talent Migrates to the...
2025-04-301h 10
Crash Zoom24. Sinners, Zaslav's Redemption, WGA Report, Academy Voters Pop Quiz, Nickelodeon on YT, 'The Studio' Watch AlongWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:F the Haters, 'Sinners' is a HIT (NY Times)Michael Wolff's Zaslov Profile (New York Mag)WGA Report (THR)Oscar Voters Must Watch Films (Rolling Stone)Nickelodeon Releases New Show on Youtube (Ankler)China Limits US Films (Reuters)
2025-04-231h 23
Crash Zoom23. Cannes 2025 Lineup, Art v Commerce, Anora PVOD success?, SNLUK, Stunt OscarsWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The Cannes 2025 Lineup (Indiewire)Seth Rogan calling out Steve Asbell (youtube)Art V. CommerceAnora's PVOD Success (The Wrap)SNL in the UK (Variety)Academy Awards recognize Stunt Design (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:
2025-04-161h 11
Crash Zoom22. Top 5 Music Biopics, 45 Day Window Ultimatum, Minecraft saves Mike and Pam, French Film ThrivingWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:In honor of Sam Mendes' FOUR Beatles Movies...Sammie tortures Aaron by making him name his Top 5 Favorite Music BiopicsCinemacon news:AMC CEW Adam Aron stops short of issuing a 45 Day Theatrical Ultimatum (Deadline)Did Warner Bros Co-Chairs Mike De Luca and...
2025-04-091h 23
Crash Zoom21. Love It or Hate it!, Hessinger's Revenge, Hey-scal takes Bond, Cinema Survey, Ghiblification is EVILWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Updates from some of our favorite stories (Love it or Hate it?)Greg Hessinger will negotiate for the AMPTP (And why this is terrible for SAG-AFTRA!) (Deadline)Amy Pascal and David Heyman will Produce 'James Bond' (THR)Cinema Survey says: The Movies SUCK...
2025-04-021h 08
Crash Zoom20. Top 5 Films since COVID, Is AI Fair Use?, Apple TV Woes, Sundance City Predictions!Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The Top 5 Films Since COVIDIs AI Fair Use? (Deadline)Apple TV Blues (Puck)Sundance City Predictions (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check...
2025-03-261h 37
Crash Zoom19. WB Auteur Studio?, Duplass Distro, New Literalism, SAG-Y Bonuses, Miami Beach CensorshipWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Mike and Pam's Auteur Strategy at Warner Bros (Puck)Mark Duplass Self-Distribution (Indiewire)Namwali Serpell Claims a New Literalism is Destroying Movies (New Yorker)WGA and SAG Streaming Bonuses (Ankler)Miami Beach Mayor Threatens to Censor Indie Cinema (NPR)
2025-03-191h 07
Crash Zoom18. Technicolor Falls, Anora Union Misinformation, Oscars Ratings, Sesame Street Layoffs, Ezra Edelman got SCREWEDWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Oscar Ratings (Vulture)Technicolor Out of Business (Variety)Crewstories IG sparks Anora Backlash...is it real? (Distractify)Sesame Street Layoffs (NPR)Ezra Edelman got SCREWED (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft Atlanta
2025-03-121h 08
Crash Zoom17. Oscar Reactions, Theatrical Windows, Kathleen Kennedy Stepping Down (or not), AI AudiobooksWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Oscar ReactionsIMAX Narnia "Nuclear Option" (Screenrant)AMC Hits Back (Deadline)Kathleen Kennedy Succession Drama (The Hollywood Reporter)Spotify Partners with Elevenlabs for AI Audio Books (Yahoo Finance)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft...
2025-03-051h 08
Crash Zoom16. Oscar Predictions, Oscar Futures, Amazon Bags Bond, Instagram CastingWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:A few words about our TiktokOscar Predictions!Oscar AI Disclosure (Deadline)Oscars Streaming kills Linear (The Hollywood Reporter)The Broccolis Sell Bond' to Amazon (Deadline)Maya Hawke says Directors Cast Based on Instagram Followers!?!...Duh (Variety)
2025-02-261h 20
Crash Zoom15. Berlinale Winners and Losers, Do Casting Directors Watch Self Tapes?Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Berlinale Winners and Losers! (The Hollywood Reporter)Tyler Perry Casting Director does Damage Control (Deadline)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage
2025-02-191h 18
Crash Zoom14. NY Tax Incentives, Fulton County Arts Funding, AI Copyright, Legislate Trailers, Ms. Rachel goes to NetflixPLEASE NOTE: we apologize for the quality on Aaron's audio - this was an unexpected technical difficulty and is not the norm.Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:NY Tax Incentives (Deadline)Fulton County Arts Funding (Atlanta News First)AI Copyright Developments (Venture Beat)Cinema Trailer...
2025-02-121h 03
Crash Zoom13. Is Indie TV Viable?, Slumping Sundance, How to save LA, Comcast RestructureWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Is Indie TV Viable? (Ankler)Sundance Sales Disappoint (The Wrap)Save LA Petition/California Tax Credits (The Wrap)NBC-Universal is Restructuring (Deadline)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on Substack
2025-02-051h 13
Crash Zoom12. Sammie Does Sundance, Oscar Noms, Greta v Netflix, Indie Bundles, BrutAIlist DramaWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Sammie's first SundanceOscar Noms (The Atlantic)What Trump's War on DEI means for Indies (USA Today)Greta Gerwig's Theatrical Win over Netflix (Screenrant)Should Indie Streamers Bundle? (Indiewire)The Brutalist used a little AI and everyone is Freaking...
2025-01-291h 24
Crash Zoom11. Is David Lynch in the Top Ten Greatest American Directors?Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The passing of David Lynch, and where he ranks in our Top 10 Greatest American Directors list.You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage...
2025-01-221h 22
Crash Zoom10. LA Fires, 2025 Box Office Projections, A Wicked PVOD, The Death of Venu, Dumb NetflixWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:LA Fires2025 Global Box Office Projections (Variety)Auteurs as IP? (Indiewire)A Wicked PVOD Narrative (Deadline)The death of Venu (Reuters)The Great Dumbing Down of Netflix (PCMag)You can check out Sammie's work:...
2025-01-151h 05
Crash Zoom9. Interview with Filmmaker Evelyn LorenaSammie is on vacation so we are inviting a special guest to the show, Evelyn Lorena. Evelyn is an actress and filmmaker who's most recent short film 'Gabriela' qualified for the 2025 Academy Awards.She takes through her film development, the health issues she suffered during production, and why post-production budgets are often overlooked by indie filmmakers.You can watch 'Gabriela' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no-20lBmOIAYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: crashzoompod@gmail.com
2025-01-081h 14
Crash Zoom8. 2024 Year in ReviewHAPPY NEW YEAR!Welcome to Crash Zoom, join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On today's very special episode we look back on the crazy year in film in television that was 2024.You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilm...
2025-01-011h 14
Behind the Slate60. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (1-1-25)HAPPY NEW YEAR! IN 2 WEEKS CRASH ZOOM WILL BE MOVING EXCLUSIVELY TO OUR OWN PODCAST FEED.SUBSCRIBE NOW TO NEVER MISS AN EPISODE.Apple PodcastsSpotifyOn today's very special episode we look back on the crazy year in film in television that was 2024.You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: crashzoompod@gmail.comFollow...
2025-01-011h 14
Behind the Slate59. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-25-24)IN 2 WEEKS CRASH ZOOM WILL BE MOVING EXCLUSIVELY TO OUR OWN PODCAST FEED.SUBSCRIBE NOW TO NEVER MISS AN EPISODE.Apple PodcastsSpotifyWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Disney Cuts Transgender Storyline from 'Win or Lose' (The Hollywood Reporter)ABC's Trump Settlement (CNN)
2024-12-251h 07
Crash Zoom7. Disney Regresses, Organic AI, Network TV Boomlet, Why Auteurs Sell-OutWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Disney Cuts Transgender Storyline from 'Win or Lose' (The Hollywood Reporter)ABC's Trump Settlement (CNN)Ethical AI (Variety)Network TV is back! (Vulture)Barry Jenkins' Mufasa and the plight of the American Auteur (Vulture)You can check out...
2024-12-251h 07
Behind the Slate58. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-18-24)IN 3 WEEKS CRASH ZOOM WILL BE MOVING EXCLUSIVELY TO OUR OWN PODCAST FEED.SUBSCRIBE NOW TO NEVER MISS AN EPISODE.Apple PodcastsSpotifyWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Early Season Cancellations (The Wrap)Sundance 2025 (Deadline)Luca Guadagnino's...
2024-12-181h 25
Crash Zoom6. Streamer Cancellations, Sundance Hopes/Blues, Luca's Next Remake, WGA's Limp LetterWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Early Season Cancellations (The Wrap)Sundance 2025 (Deadline)Luca Guadagnino's 'American Psycho' (Variety)WGA Writes a Letter...so scary! (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can...
2024-12-181h 25
Behind the Slate56. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-10-24)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Brand Focused Content with Sugar23 and Fifth Season (Deadline)Legal Battle over AI Voice Over (Puck)Ben Mezrich Hacks Hollywood (Vulture)Diego Mariscal Holding on to Hollywood (The Wrap)Picturestart Shakeup (Puck)You can check out Sammie's work:
2024-12-111h 06
Crash Zoom5. Brand Focused Content, AI VO legal battle, Ben Mezrich is weird, Diego Mariscal is holding on, Shakeup at Picturestart?Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Brand Focused Content with Sugar23 and Fifth Season (Deadline)Legal Battle over AI Voice Over (Puck)Ben Mezrich Hacks Hollywood (Vulture)Diego Mariscal Holding on to Hollywood (The Wrap)Picturestart Shakeup (Puck)You can check out Sammie's work:
2024-12-111h 06
Crash Zoom4. AI Training on Hollywood, Wicked Cellphone Vids, David Ehrilich's beautiful breakdown, Thanksgiving Box Office, Jeff Sagansky goes OFF, Lost John Ford Film FoundWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:AI training on Hollywood (The Atlantic)Wicked Cellphone Vids (Variety)David Ehrlich review of 'Wicked' (Indiewire)Thanksgiving Box Office (Indiewire)Jeff Sagansky has Takes (Wrap)Lost John Ford Film Found! (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's...
2024-12-111h 18
Crash Zoom3. Spec Scripts are Back?, WBD goes to CDMX, Sebastian Stan has no Friends, Ben Affleck on AI, Camerimage Sexism ScandalWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:A newly discovered Spec Script (The Hollywood Reporter)WBD's outsourced 'Capability Center' (Puck)Sebastian Stan needs a friend (Buzzfeed)Ben Affleck on AI (Youtube)Fallout from the CamerImage Sexism Scandal (The Hollywood Reporter)You can check out Sammie's...
2024-12-111h 07
Crash Zoom2. So long CW, Archive Layoffs, Trumpian M & A, The Chrichton Estate v The Pitt, Phoebe Waller-Bridge Sells out (again)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:CW Layoffs (Deadline)Recent layoffs at the Academy film Archive (Indiewire)Trump Era M & A (The Hollywood Reporter)The Chrichton Estate vs The Pitt (Puck)Phoebe Waller-Bridge's latest project (Deadline)Come to Behind the Slate Live on November 20...
2024-12-111h 02
Crash Zoom1. AI Disclaimers, Indie Market Studies, Death of LA, A24 Going BigWelcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this debut episode we discuss:An AI disclaimer at the end of 'Heretic' (From an article in Variety)A recent study about an untapped Indie Film Market (Check out the study here)A listing of Hollywood Salaries (From The Hollywood Reporter)The death of LA Film (From...
2024-12-111h 16
Behind the Slate55. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-3-24)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:AI training on Hollywood (The Atlantic)Wicked Cellphone Vids (Variety)David Ehrlich review of 'Wicked' (Indiewire)Thanksgiving Box Office (Indiewire)Jeff Sagansky has Takes (Wrap)Lost John Ford Film Found! (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's...
2024-12-031h 18
Behind the Slate54. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-25-24)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:A newly discovered Spec Script (The Hollywood Reporter)WBD's outsourced 'Capability Center' (Puck)Sebastian Stan needs a friend (Buzzfeed)Ben Affleck on AI (Youtube)Fallout from the CamerImage Sexism Scandal (The Hollywood Reporter)You can check out Sammie's...
2024-11-261h 07
4 Questions Journalist Spotlight"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Sammie Purcell, Rough Draft AtlantaThis week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Sammie Purcell, Associate Editor covering the entertainment industry for Rough Draft Atlanta.We talked about her take on the state of the film industry in Georgia, and things she wants to cover over the next few months, including awards season, an interview with a great female studio owner, and going to Sundance for the first time.And check out her Thursday “How Do You Atlanta?” segment on WABE with Sammie and Mike Jordan talking about all the different events happening around Atlanta.She’s just launched a...
2024-11-2327 min
Behind the Slate53. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-18-24)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:CW Layoffs (Deadline)Recent layoffs at the Academy film Archive (Indiewire)Trump Era M & A (The Hollywood Reporter)The Chrichton Estate vs The Pitt (Puck)Phoebe Waller-Bridge's latest project (Deadline)Come to Behind the Slate Live on November 20...
2024-11-191h 02
Behind the Slate52. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-13-24)Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this debut episode we discuss:An AI disclaimer at the end of 'Heretic' (From an article in Variety)A recent study about an untapped Indie Film Market (Check out the study here)A listing of Hollywood Salaries (From The Hollywood Reporter)The death of LA Film (From...
2024-11-131h 16