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WIFT Austin Podcast212 - Jessica Wolfson & Kelli HoranJoin us as we chat with two Austin-based filmmakers about their success stories in financing short film projects.
Jessica Wolfson is an award-winning documentary filmmaker. She began her career working as an executive at IFCtv Originals where she produced films by many renowned filmmakers including Kirby Dick, Steve James, John Landis, and Jon Favreau. Jessica has directed several films including HOT GREASE (Discovery Channel) and RADIO UNNAMEABLE (Kino Lorber). And produced many feature and short documentaries including LIFE & LIFE, SACRED, REVENGE OF THE MEKONS and A GIRL AND A GUN. She has created content for PBS, Discovery, H...2022-12-121h 02
WIFT Austin Podcast211 – Mykle McCoslinIn this episode we interview Mykle McCoslin, a representative from SAG-AFTRA, to find out what the role of the union is in a right to work state.
Born in Houston, Texas, Mykle McCoslin is an actor, writer, producer, director, voice talent, storyteller and industry leader. She is a proud member of Actors' Equity and SAG-AFTRA, McCoslin serves as President of the Houston-Austin SAG-AFTRA local, and is a strong advocate for the rights of all union performers.
In addition to her advocacy in the industry, Mykle is also known for her TV work in AMC’s Pr...2022-11-2742 min
WIFT Austin Podcast210 – Alex YonksJoin us as we chat to screenwriter, Alex Yonks, about her experience writing her first feature film Candy Coated Christmas.
Alex Yonks is originally from Dallas. She is one of the creators behind The Food Network’s first-ever scripted movie streamed on Discovery+, Candy Coated Christmas. Alex holds two “story by” credits for the hit show The Big Bang Theory, as well as a 2017 College Television Emmy Award in Children’s Programming for her short film, A Taylor Story.
Movie Review: Candy Coated Christmas
Showrunner: Chantelle James
Hosts & Producer...2022-11-1431 min
WIFT Austin Podcast209 – Bettina Barrow & Mindy RaymondJoin us as we chat to Austin-based film producer Bettina Barrow and Austin-based actress/producer Mindy Raymond on raising children and managing a career in the film and TV industry.
Bettina Barrow is an independent film producer based in Austin, Texas. She formed Kill Claudio Productions with her producing partner, Lily Rabe, to produce film and television. Her short film Maude premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. Bettina most recently produced the feature film Sister Aimee, which premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival. Before becoming an independent producer, Bettina was a lawyer at an international law firm...2022-10-3148 min
WIFT Austin Podcast208 - Alka Bhanot & Hanna HuangJoin us as we talk to Alka Bhanot of Indie Meme festival and Hanna Huang of the Asian American film festival about Austin-based film festivals creating culture and diversity in storytelling in Austin.
Alka Bhanot is the co-founder of Indie Meme Film Festival, an award winning festival, organized in April in Austin Texas, IMFF is a 4 day fest celebrating excellent South Asia cinema, filmmaker interactions, panels, parties, networking and discussions. Alka has extensive experience producing for Indian Television and was the Executive Producer for the first Late Night Show, ‘Movers & Shakers’ in India, which won numerous awards. In A...2022-10-1654 min
WIFT Austin Podcast207 - Juliet Blake & Heidi HornbacherPitching your project can often feel clunky and awkward. Join us as we chat to industry experts Juliet Blake & Heidi Hornbacher on the art of pitching; how to prepare, how to create a solid pitch, and how to execute it in the room.
Juliet Blake was the head of television at TED for 10 years. She executive produced the second season of TED Talks India Nayi Baat, for the largest TV network in India, STAR PLUS. She has also produced TED Talks Live on Broadway, a PBS television series of one-hour specials shot at New York's Town Hall...2022-10-0253 min
WIFT Austin Podcast206 - Ivy Le & Tonia Ransom206 – Ivy Le & Tonia Ransom
Join us as we talk to podcasters Ivy Le (Fear of Going Outside) & Tonia Ransom (Nightlight) on getting their first seasons off the ground and the opportunities that have come from creating their own IP.
Ivy Le is a Vietnamese American Comedian, actress, and writer based in Austin, Texas. She is the host and creator of the Spotify podcast FOGO: Fear of Going Outside, a nature show by the most reluctant host ever. Ivy was selected to be one of the 10 out of 18,000 applicants to go through Spotify’s first SoundUp podc...2022-09-181h 05
WIFT Austin Podcast205 - Suzanne WeinertAustin-based film producer Suzanne Weinert has financed countless film projects. Join us as we chat about her career and pick her brain on ways to finance your feature film within the Texas landscape.
Suzanne is a producer/writer/director and is the president of Flatiron Pictures specializing in the production of independent feature films throughout the Southwest. She’s been a faculty member at both Fordham University and The School of Visual Arts in NYC and has served on the Advisory Board of the SXSW Film Festival and was a Board Member of the Austin Film Society. So...2022-09-0449 min
WIFT Austin Podcast204 - Rakeda L. ErvinJoin us as we talk to Rakeda L. Ervin, Director of Community Education at Austin Film Society. We discuss the programs offered at AFS/Austin Public highlighting the new program managed by Rakeda, AFS Creative Careers, a workforce development program for emerging careers.
Rakeda L. Ervin has over twenty years of experience writing broadcast and digital content. She has produced award-winning series on MTV, NBC, and A&E networks. From Los Angeles to Austin, Rakeda stepped into the educational space to inspire the next generation of creative professionals. She mentors aspiring youth and maintains her commitment to ma...2022-08-2138 min
WIFT Austin Podcast203 - Gretchen StoeltjeJoin us as we talk to Austin-based documentary filmmaker, Gretchen Stoeltje, about the ethics of documentary storytelling and the process of making documentary film Shouting Down Midnight. Shouting Down Midnight recounts how the Wendy Davis filibuster of 2013 galvanized a new generation of activists and reveals what is at stake for us all in the struggle for reproductive freedom.
Gretchen is a native Texan. She made her way West and learned to make films in California, finishing undergraduate and graduate work at UC Santa Cruz. She made three films before earning a law degree from Santa Clara University...2022-08-0856 min
WIFT Austin Podcast202 - Augustine FrizzellJoin us as we chat to Dallas-based filmmaker Augustine Frizzell about her journey from indie filmmaking to network television and everything in between.
Augustine Frizzell was born in Garland, Texas. She is a writer, director, and actress known for The Last Letter From Your Lover (2021), Never Goin' Back (2018), Euphoria (2019). Her first feature, Never Goin' Back, premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival in the Midnight section and was released later that year by A24. She lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband, daughter, and cats.
Movie Review: Mr Roosevelt
Showrunner: Chantelle J...2022-08-0333 min
WIFT Austin Podcast201 - An Introduction to WIFT Austin with Laura AnnaloraWelcome back to the first episode of Season 2 of the WIFT Austin Podcast. Join us as we talk to the current president of Women in Film & Television Austin, Laura Annalora. We discuss WIFT Austin as an organization, what our goals are, hopes for the future, and what you can expect from your membership. We also introduce Season 2 of the WIFT Austin Podcast and talk about the types of episodes you can expect from our current season.
Laura Annalora is a Development Producer based in Austin, TX. With over 15 years of experience, Laura has taken on various roles f...2022-08-0246 min
The Creative's Potluck PodcastS2 EP2 | Creative CollaboratorsJust in time for Valentine’s Day, this episode is about the relationship between creative collaborators. Whether you’re partnered with a long-term creative partner or are playing the field with several, I dive into a few learnings from the past year in my experience working on a few very different projects.
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https://www.thecreativespotluck.com/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-rae-lopez/support2022-02-1112 minThe Creative's Potluck PodcastWe're back for Season 2, baby!The Creative's Potluck Podcast is back for season 2 and there's a ton to look forward to! After over a year in hiatus, we've got new music and a new vision. Come along the ride with us!
Links mentioned in the show:
Sam's Instagram
Linktree
In Tow Seed & Spark Campaign
In Tow Instagram
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WIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 121 - Erica S. BreamThe WIFT Austin podcast interviews casting director and consultant Erica S. Bream. Erica, known for casting such shows and films as 'Criminal Minds", 'House of Lies', and 'American Gothic', shares how she began her career in casting and provides professional tips and guidance for new and seasoned actors.
Movie Review: Things Heard & Seen
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and...2021-10-0135 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 120 - Texas Film CommissionIn this episode we interview the director of the Texas Film Commission Stephanie Whallon and deputy director Lindsey Ashley. They share the organization's 50 year history, what exactly they do to help every level of filmmaker be successful and provide info on what programs and grants are available from the state.
Movie Review: The Ballerina
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and...2021-09-1849 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 119 - Elizabeth AvellanInterview with Texas based powerhouse producer Elizabeth Avellan known for producing such mega hits like "El Mariachi", "From Dusk Till Dawn", "The Faculty", four "Spy Kids" movies, "Sin City", and "Grindhouse". Elizabeth shares how she began and navigated her successful career, what inspires her to keep creating and advice for other filmmakers.
Movie Review: Tangerine
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews...2021-09-0337 min
Hyperreal Film Club Presents: TEXAS FILM IN FOCUSEp 4 | Video Stores and Curated ExhibitionsWhere to worship at the altar of cinema? From video stores to pop up screenings, Episode 4 of Hyperreal Film Club presents: Texas Film in Focus explores the role of curation and community in an individual’s proficiency in film. Host Samantha Rae Lopez taps into the minds of Jay Roff-Garcia, Rick Martinez, Maxim Pozderac, and Chale Nafus on the subject. Episode 4 transcript and show notes can be found here: https://bit.ly/TexFilmInFocus4
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Hyperreal Film Club Presents: TEXAS FILM IN FOCUSEp 1 | Cinema HousesIn the first episode of Hyperreal Film Club Presents: Texas Film in Focus, Samantha Rae Lopez (IG: @sraelopez) starts us on her journey into the Texas film landscape by spotlighting movie theaters. Along with guests David Gil, Alfred Cervantes, Michelle Mower, and Jazmyne Moreno, Samantha dives into several different cinemas, big and small, and how important programming is to their identities. Episode 1 transcript and show notes can be found here: https://bit.ly/TexFilmInFocusEp1
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WIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 112 - Carol HickeyOur interview with actress and acting coach Carol Hickey, owner of the Carol Hickey Actors Studio, as she discusses her professionally trained acting career on popular TV shows like "Gilmore Girls" and "Six Feet Under" to starting and running her very own acting school.
Member Spotlight: Dana Reilly
Movie Review: Barracuda
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed...2021-06-0452 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 110 - Beth Sepko-LindseyOur interview with primetime Emmy award winning casting director Beth Sepko-Lindsey while she discusses her career casting for hit shows like "Friday Night Lights" and "Queen of the South" and shares post pandemic casting tips for actors and actresses.
Member Spotlight: Kirtana Banskota
Movie Review: M.F.A.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us...2021-05-0748 min
WIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 108 - Holly HerrickInterview with Head of Film & Creative Media at Austin Film Society Holly Herrick as she talks about about her career, the film industry and grant programs for independent filmmakers.
Member Spotlight: Elizabeth V. Newman
Movie Review: The High Note
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: ...2021-04-2345 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 109 - Jennifer HutchinsInterview with network TV producer Jennifer Hutchins as she talks about her career producing reality TV.
Member Spotlight: Summer Heart
Movie Review: Nomadland
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James, Christine Hagan Young
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda...2021-04-2332 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 107 - WIFT Austin SXSW 2021 recapThe WIFT AUSTIN team review their 2021 SXSW virtual experience. Join Summer Heart, Samantha Rae Lopez and Marisa Mirabal of WIFT Austin as they give their honest reviews of this year's films and what they really thought of SXSW going virtual this year.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: ...2021-04-091h 04WIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 106 - Angela MerylInterview with award winning stuntwoman, actress and author, Angela Meryl.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James,
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda DeVere
Social Media: Summer Heart @s_heart1997
follow us @wift_austin2021-04-0245 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 105 - Emily BestInterview with director, founder and CEO of Seed&Spark, Emily Best
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television.
Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James,
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda DeVere
Social Media: Summer Heart @s_heart1997
follow us @wift...2021-03-1946 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 104 - Chelsea HernandezInterview with award winning PBS television and documentary producer Chelsea Hernandez.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television.
Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James,
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda DeVere
Social Media: Summer Heart @s_heart1997
follow us @wift_austin2021-03-1944 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 103 - Meghan RossInterview with director, producer, comedienne and Head of Creator Success at Seed&Spark, Meghan Ross.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television.
Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James,
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda DeVere
Social Media: Summer Heart ...2021-03-0543 minWIFT Austin PodcastWIFT Austin EP 102 - Kat CandlerInterview with award winning writer, director, producer, and showrunner Kat Candler.
WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film and media industries plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you entertained and informed. Follow us @wift_austin
Produced by: Samantha Rae Lopez, Kelly Coffee, Chantelle James,
Editors: Shannon Stefan, Miranda Devere
Social Media: Summer Heart @s_heart1997
follow us...2021-03-0555 min
TIF Voices The PodcastEpisode 2 TIF Voices The Podcast - The Selena the Series EditionTejanas in Film Co-Founders, Sharon Arteaga (IG: @sharonarte), Chelsea Hernandez (IG: @blueseachel), and Samantha Rae Lopez (IG: @sraelopez) watch the first two episodes of Selena the Series on Netflix and discuss Selena as a character, costumes, and their praises & critiques. New episodes will be available weekly. Episode 2 transcript can be found here: http://bit.ly/TIFEP22021-01-1657 minTIF Voices The PodcastEpisode 1 TIF Voices The Podcast - The Selena the Series EditionIn this episode, Sharon Arteaga (IG: @sharonarte), Chelsea Hernandez (IG: @blueseachel), Samantha Rae Lopez (IG: @sraelopez) introduce themselves and the concept of the podcast focused on the Netflix show, Selena the Series. They discuss their anticipation and what they hope to see out of this new iteration of icon Selena Quintanilla. New episodes will be available weekly.
Episode 1 transcript can be found here: http://bit.ly/TIFEP12021-01-0947 min
The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 6 | Trudi-Ann Hemans InterviewIllustrator Trudi-Ann Hemans discusses a wide range of topics from her experience with self-love and its influence on her art to her approach to digital art. She brings a few book recommendations, too! See show notes for titles.
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The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 5 | Lys Santamaria InterviewBeadwork artist Lys Santamaria brings her perspective on self-care during the quarantine, her unique artistic technique, and tips for fellow entrepreneurs.
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The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 4 | Maggie Burger InterviewIn episode 4 of The Creative’s Potluck Podcast, I am joined by Austin-based writer, director, and producer. We talk about her creative process, how she’s handling the quarantine, and more about her films and book.Below are the resources that are mentioned in the episode:Cleanse (short film)You'll Never Believe How These Kids Get Murdered:: and other super short clickbait talesOne Page SalonOwen EgertonChicon Street PoetsFelix Morgan“Write like your parents are dead.”UT MFA program“Everything becomes easier when I just get out of my own way.”Jill ChamberlainTransform Film FestivalSweet Sweet KinkMaggie BaileyBedpost ConfessionsTestifyMortifiedQueer Film TheoryMaggie BurgerInstag...2020-11-2756 min
The Creative's Potluck PodcastThe Creative's Potluck Podcast TrailerThe Creative’s Potluck Podcast celebrates the abundance of knowledge and resources among our creative community. Currently focusing on women and nonbinary creatives of color, The Creative's Potluck Podcast highlights the experiences and aha moments of really interesting folks.
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The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 3 | Sharon Arteaga InterviewIn the third episode of The Creative’s Potluck Podcast, filmmaker Sharon Arteaga talk about her approach to storytelling, the long legacy of intergenerational story sharing, and why she is drawn to being an educator.Below are the resources that are mentioned in the episode:Sparkle Party www.sparklepartyyy.comPromo code: THECREATIVESPOTLUCK Lunafesthttps://www.lunafest.org/Plane Pretendhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt4574696/https://www.facebook.com/planepretend/The Arabian Nights: Tales of 1,001 Nightshttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/535152/the-arabian-nights-tales-of-1001-nights-by-anonymous-traslated-by-malcolm-c-lyons-with-ursula-lyons-introduced-and-annotated-by-robert-irwin/When You Clean a Stranger’s Homehttps://www.instagram.com/whenyouclean/https://www.facebook.com/whenyoucleanAustin Film Societyhttps://www.austinfilm.orgh...2020-11-2551 min
The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 2 | Chelsea Hernandez InterviewIn this interview, I talk with Chelsea Hernandez, who is a documentary director, producer, editor and so much more. We talk about her early start in the industry, her latest documentary Building the American Dream, and she demystifies fellowships and labs for filmmakers. Chelsea brings a lot to the potluck today, so I hope you brought your appetite!Below are the resources that are mentioned in the episode:The Scrunchie Club www.thescrunchieclub.comPromo code: PODCAST10University of Texashttps://rtf.utexas.edu/KLRUhttps://austinpbs.org/Arts in Contexthttps://austinpbs.org/arts-in-contextNALIPhttps://www.nalip.org/Firelight Media Doc Labhttp://www.firelightmedia...2020-11-2559 min
The Creative's Potluck PodcastEP 1 | Welcome to The Creative's Potluck PodcastIn this solo mini-episode, host Samantha Rae Lopez introduces The Creative’s Potluck Podcast, talks about her personal journey, and gives 4 learnings and tips that have been prevalent in her experience. Follow the new show on Instagram @thecreativespotluck, Twitter @creativepotluck, and Facebook @thecreativespotluck. For more episodes visit thecreativespotluck.com
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Make Every MediaEp. 20: Deferred Dreams - "Working To Debt"A conversational, roundtable podcast about student debt from crisis to forgiveness helmed by Chelsea Hernandez, Big Medium's 2019 Artist-in-Residence at The Line Hotel in Austin, TX and director of the documentary, "Building the American Dream."
Hosted by Chelsea Hernandez
Co-hosted by Samantha Rae López
With special guest Denise Thornton
Produced and edited by Make Every Media
With music by local Austin, TX artist - @jlcudd, and an artist from Portland, OR - @podingtonbearofficial
This episode of DEFERRED DREAMS is brought to you as a part of The MEM Podcast Hatchery.
For more information about the hatchery program, listen to episode 14 o...2020-08-2938 min