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Cults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanSins of my Father: Growing up with America’s Most Dangerous White Supremacist with Kelvin PierceNeo-Nazi sentiment has seen a recent resurgence globally, fueled by political polarization, economic disparities, and social grievances. The internet and social media have played a significant role in spreading extremist propaganda, while some politicians' normalization of hate speech has emboldened these groups. Combating this rise requires a multifaceted approach, including education, countering online extremism, promoting social cohesion, and addressing underlying grievances.
My guest for this episode of The Influence Continuum was Kelvin Pierce, author of the memoir Sins of my Father: Growing up with America's Most Dangerous White Supremacist. His father, Dr. William Pierce, was a notorious...
2025-12-2958 min
DigitalHealth InvestorTalk ShowHow Employers Are Advancing Mental Health witih Steven Wardell, Jarred Bressner, and Pierce CrowleyAmericans face a mental health crisis made worse by COVID stress and lockdowns. Will tech ride to the rescue of employers?The mental health crisis has never been greater with growing demand, strained care resources, and a growing problem of junk care -- and employers are looking for answers.In this show we'll cover:The crisis of supply and demand for mental health careNovel solutions for employers enabled by techWhat's working now and what does the future holdAnd we'll answer your questions.Jarred Bressner...
2025-03-031h 22
Just Your Opinion, ManRaiders Fire Antonio Pierce, Could They Really Bring Back Jon Gruden? 49ers Need Another DCSend us a textDerek & Alain react to the news of the Raiders firing Antonio Pierce after 1 season as head coach. Steven sends a message as well about the firing Support the show
2025-01-081h 14Just Your Opinion, ManWK 18 Reax: Are the Raiders Bringing Antonio Pierce Back? Did Pats Fire Mayo for Vrabel?Send us a textSteven & Derek react to the final week of the NFL regular season and the head coaching moves made so far (00:00)-49ers fire special teams coordinator Brian Schnieder (01:35)-Fox Sports Scandal & Golden Globes(18:03)-Black Monday Moves: Jerod Mayo & Doug Pederson fired, Is Antonio Pierce now staying as Raiders head coach? Is Mike Vrabel the favorite for the Patriots job? (57:39)-49ers disappointing season, Is DC Nick Sorenson expected to be fired? (01:15:00)-Week 18 Reax: Lions Big Win & Wild Card Matchups (01:33:24)-Jonathan Kuminga Out 3...
2025-01-071h 50Just Your Opinion, ManWeek 14 Reax-Bill Belichick Goes to UNC, Antonio Pierce Uses His Gut & 49ers Win But Deebo's UpsetSend us a textSteven & Derek react to everything from week 14, the big news on Bill Belichick, the latest Warriors trade rumors & MLB free agency (00:58)-Worst restaurants to be arrested in? (07:26)-Latest Warriors trade rumors(19:31)-Bill Belichick agrees to become North Carolina's new head coach (35:07)-Raiders lose again, Antonio Pierce uses his gut & Davantae Adams still keeps discusses why he left (49:23)-Juan Soto signs the biggest contract in sports (53:48)-49ers beat the Bears, Deebo's not happy with usage & picks for TNF vs Rams (0...
2024-12-121h 31Just Your Opinion, ManWeek 12 Reax-Antonio Pierce Honest About Raiders, 49ers Window Already Closed? Blake Snell to LA & Thanksgiving Meal DraftSend us a textSteven & Derek prepare for Thanksgiving, review the week that was in the NFL and react to Blake Snell leaving the Giants for the DodgersHappy Thanksgiving! (00:58)-Blake Snell signs with the Dodgers. Do you blame him or the Giants? (23:42)-Raiders get swept by the Broncos. Antonio Pierce gets honest about the team (37:13)-49ers get steamrolled by the Packers. Can they rebuild in the season or has the window already closed? (57:35)-Daniel Jones signs with the Vikings. Do we really need an insider battle over...
2024-11-281h 42Just Your Opinion, ManThe Offseason Begins! 49ers DC Search, Antonio Pierce Calls Out Chiefs & Justin Fields Best QB Option for Raiders?Send us a textSteven & Derek are back to discuss all the stories they missed and the latest on the NFL offseason (00:58)-What have we done the last 2 weeks? (08:24)-Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors(17:43)-Oakland A's fan run Fan's Fest a huge success (29:34)-Steve Wilks firing/Brandon Staley frontrunner for 49er DC job? (44:17)-Antonio Pierce calls out the Chiefs (51:37)-Raiders not trading Davante Adams(59:08)-Is trading for Justin Fields the Raiders best option at QB? (01:09:39)-Is This Not Nothing? (01:18:31)-Steven's Top 5 T...
2024-02-281h 56
Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingShooting A Micro-Budget ACTION Feature With Writer / Director Steven PierceIn this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Steven Pierce to talk all about his latest feature film Herd.The film follows a woman that ends up trapped between a zombie outbreak and warring militia groups while trying to outrun her past. An ambitious concept for a micro-budget, making the execution of it all that much more impressive.Throughout the episode Steven and I speak about his new film at length. We cover his tactics for shooting action sequences on a budget, how he covered 20+ locations, the process of editing his own film, and much more.
2024-02-2443 min
RizzoCastRizzoCast E163: University of Nevada, Reno Infielder Jesse PierceIn episode 163 of RizzoCast, we are joined by University of Nevada, Reno infielder Jesse Pierce! We discuss the beginning of the college season, improvements this offseason, taking on a leadership position, going from D1 to JUCO, participating in showcases, almost quitting the game, re-growing his passion, playing for Jake McKinley and more!
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2024-02-1550 minJust Your Opinion, ManAntonio Pierce Named Raiders Head CoachSend us a textSteven & Derek discuss Antonio Pierce finally getting the Raider job & the death of Sports Illustrated Support the show
2024-01-2034 minJust Your Opinion, Man49ers Lock Up the 1 Seed, Raiders Passing on Harbaugh for Pierce? Kimmel vs Rodgers & Playoff ScenariosSend us a textSteven & Derek react to week 17 in the NFL, along with other stories & sorts of tomfoolery (00:58)-Jimmy Kimmel vs Aaron Rodgers (19:30)-Is Klay Thompson Accepting the End? Should Warriors Fans Do the Same?(36:40)-College Football Playoff Reactions/Jim Harbaugh's Future (50:30)-Raiders Interest in Harbaugh/Raiders loss to Colts/Antonio Pierce's status/Potential Black Monday Casualties (01:06:15)-49ers beat Commanders 27-10/Lock Up the 1 Seed/Are the Ravens the Only Team Standing in their Way?(01:23:13)-Quick Hits: Eagles Collapse, Lions Get Screwed & WK 18 Play...
2024-01-041h 54
Happy Hour Flix | HHF"The Muppet Christmas Carol" | with guest James AllerdyceHAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.As the snow blankets the streets and the scent of mulled wine fills the air, we can't help but feel the warmth of holiday nostalgia—especially when it comes to the timeless classic, "The Muppet Christmas Carol." This episode is a toast to that festive magic, with a special spotlight on the film's endearing blend of Charles Dickens's prose and the Muppets' signature humor. Hosts Steven Pierce and Matt...
2023-12-211h 17
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGA 2000+ Theatrical Screen release for "The Shift" featuring Brock Heasley and Ken CarpenterSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.In today's episode we speak with Director Brock Heasley and Producer Ken Carpenter, the filmmaking team behind "The Shift". With well over 2000 screens in their theatrical release, James Allerdyce takes us through the process of making this "faith adjacent" film from Angel Studios.IFG is created by Framework Productions, produced and hosted by Steven Pierce, James Allerdyce, and Matt Mundy. The music is by Glass Boy. Find his music on freemusicarchive.org.And be sure to check out o...
2023-12-1237 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow To Resurrect an Icon of Sexuality and Gender | The Disappearance of Shere HiteSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.In today's episode we dive right into a genre centrally important to so many independent filmmakers, documentary. Hosts James Allerdyce and Matt Mundy get to sit down with acclaimed director and producer Nicole Newnham and her latest film The Disappearance of Shere Hite. We are specifically looking into the techniques and artistry of creating a cohesive and compelling storyline exploring the life of an impactful author-celebrity who in recent years has seemingly just disappeared.Using interviews from fellow activists, friends, romantic...
2023-12-0554 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFSteel Magnolias | with guest Tom Hodges (Steel Magnolias, Heavyweights, Shoot the Moon)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.Hop aboard the steel train as hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy journey back to the film set of the unforgettable "Steel Magnolias." With actor Tom Hodges as our guide, we peel back the curtain to reveal the camaraderie, challenges, and triumphs that made filming this dialogue-rich movie an unforgettable experience. We'll explore the intricacies of working with Robert Harling as well as the genius behind the script, and ch...
2023-11-281h 05
Happy Hour Flix | HHFNext Movie Announcement & Happy Thanksgiving!We have a great family film for this holiday week and TWO very special guests for the episode next week.So grab some leftovers and turn on STEEL MAGNOLIAS!The full episode drops Tuesday 11/28/23!Happy Hour Flix | Movies You Love
2023-11-2101 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFThe NeverEnding Story | with guest James Allerdyce (HERD, Buke & Gase, Top Photographer)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.Today we jump back to one what is quickly becoming one of our favorite years to review movies, 1984....with movies such as the top-grossers Ghostbusters, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Karate Kid, Police Academy, Footloose, Beverly Hill Cop, Star Trek III, as well as The Terminator, Amadeus, Nightmare on Elm Street, This is Spinal Tap, Starman, and two we've talked about before, Gremlins and the Last Starfighter, T...
2023-11-141h 24
Happy Hour Flix | HHFNight of the Creeps | with guest Drew Droege (Bob's Burgers, Key & Peele, Hot in Cleveland)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.Get ready for a delightful trip down memory lane of "magical trash" as we welcome our delightful and hilarious friend Drew Droege to our podcast! We'll be reminiscing about the cult classic horror flick Night of the Creeps from 1986. Brace yourself for a chat that's as nostalgic as it is humorous, complete with discussions about Drew's own witty podcast, Minor Revelations....
2023-10-311h 06
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow Independent Films Can Catch Fire with Ratings & Reviews | The Action/Horror Film HERDSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.In today's episode we dive right into one of the later challenges along the filmmaking journey - getting your film in front of your potential audience. How to actually break through with ratings and reviews in key places.The landscape is always changing and tomorrow it may be different. In the meantime, these particular algorithms on streaming platforms hold a lot of sway as to what movies actually get "shelf space" in their store.With this in mind, we here at...
2023-10-2407 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFOne Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest | with guest Timothy V Murphy (Sons of Anarchy, Snowpiercer, National Treasure 2)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.Have you ever pondered over the deeper meanings and cultural impact of the 1975 classic movie, 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'? Join hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy as we dissect this cinematic tour de force, alongside our esteemed guest, renowned actor Timothy V Murphy. Timothy's breadth of experience and unique insights are a boon to our exploration of this film's many layers...
2023-10-171h 06
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHERD U.S. Premiere & Creating The Captivating Key Art with Eric VasquezSend us a textFinding that visual anchor, the shorthand to an audience's memory for your film. This is just part of the importance as well as the difficulty of Key Art.How does it work, what is the relationship with the artist like? Or maybe you want to become a Key Artist yourself and wonder what a functional workflow should be? These are just some of the things covered in today's episode with designer Eric Vasquez. Eric was also the Key Artist for our feature film, HERD, which we talk about as well. Being a...
2023-10-1052 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFA League of Their Own | with guests Ellen Adair & Eric Gilde (Take Me In To The Ballgame)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.In today's episode, hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy sit down with the special guests, baseball movie experts, not to mention baseball-analytics duo-gurus, Ellen Adair and Eric Gilde.Get ready to step back in time to the glorious movies of 1992, bringing it home to for a unique...
2023-10-031h 06
Silver Table PodcastNeed assistance with travel or companionship care? Meet Steven "The Professional Son"!Looking for help with travel to and from anywhere? On this episode of Silver Table, meet Steven Lamantini Owner of Lion's Share Family Services. Steven shares with us how he goes above and beyond in providing top notch care and support. Steven has been providing concierge based companionship, friendship, and assistance to all types of families for many years.
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2023-10-0116 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGFilm Distribution | Malcolm Ingram's 30+ Year's Tales of Independent FilmmakingSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's GuideThe navigation of film distribution can be one of the more difficult parts of the filmmaker's process. From understanding deal memos, aligning expectations, to simply getting something you've undoubtedly spent so much time and effort on in front of, and sometimes literally in the hands of, your intended audience.These are just some of the things covered in today's valuable and personal episode with guest Malcolm Ingram - an acclaimed and decorated filmmaker and documentarian, as well as an ambassador of the...
2023-09-2655 min
Break Free Podcast with Liam PierceBonus Episode 2: Steven L. BurchSteven has made leaps and bounds in his journey to break free, but it wasn't an easy path. Tune in and listen to his amazing story.
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2023-09-2527 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFFULL METAL JACKET | with guest Dean Imperial (Godfather of Harlem, Hammerhead, Imposters)Welcome to an episode that takes you behind the scenes of the classic 1987 film, Full Metal Jacket. Hosts Steven Pierce, Matt Mundy, and writer Dean Imperial explore Stanley Kubrick's audacious masterpiece, from the profound impact of the opening scene to the painstaking detail that went into the film's production. Along the way, we also share a personal intoxicating delight - a special cocktail mixed by one of our favorite mixologists, friend of the pod, Chadwick Sutton. He affectionately calls this play on the Mexican firing squad the "Jelly Donut", served to you by our friends at ...
2023-09-191h 18
Happy Hour Flix | HHFSpecial Episode: Andrew Fleming, Director & Co-Writer, 'The Craft'We have a real treat for you today, film aficionados! hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy sat down with Andrew Fleming, the visionary mind behind the iconic 90's movie, The Craft. Let him take you on a journey through his versatile career that has seen him work on a range of projects from the Michael J Fox Show and Younger to Dolly Parton's Heartstrings. Get ready to hear about the extensive research he conducted into Wicca and paganism to infuse a sense of realism into The Craft. And brace yourself for his hilarious anecdote about filming 10,000 cold and uncooperative...
2023-09-1423 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGComedy Central's "Office Race"Send us a textThis week we connect with Jared Lapidus (director & co-writer) and James McCarthy (co-writer) who are the filmmakers behind "Office Race" the recently released ensemble comedy movie featuring Beck Bennett (SNL), Joe McHale (Community), J.B. Smoove (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and a long list of other notable actors which is now out on Comedy Central! A quick reminder, no matter where you are listening to us, if you could rate us and drop us a review on Apple Podcasts, we’d be so grateful - it really helps us spread the ne...
2023-09-1248 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFThe Last Starfighter | with guest Devon Schwab (SNL, Late Night with Seth Meyers)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.In today's episode, hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy sit down with the ever-clever and lover of all hidden gems of the 80's, and good friend Devon Schwab. Buckle up because we're time-traveling to the Star League's final "frontier" of 80s, taking a closer look at the iconic film, THE LAST STARFIGHTER. As we reminisce about our favorite scenes - we'll be discussing...
2023-09-051h 01
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGStrike Agreement Misconceptions & Roots of A.I. FearsSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.Four common misconceptions with SAG-AFTRA's Interim Agreements and how union members and independent producers can work together to bring the AMPTP back to negotiations.Afterward, we look at some of the roots of A.I. as it applies to using union members' name, image, and likeness and even touch on a case-study that could give us insight as to where negotiations could and possibly should go.More information about all this, and how to support - be it with donations...
2023-08-2923 min
Horror HangoutHorror Hangout Bonus : Interview with Herd Director Steven Pierce (FrightFest 2023)Andy Conduit-Turner is joined by Steven Pierce, the director of Herd, which has its world premiere at FrightFest on Saturday 26th August!Steven is a US based director and producer at Framework Productions.Herd follows Jamie Miller (Adair) and her wife, Alex (Akaha) trying to save their failing marriage by going on an isolated trip in rural Missouri. After an accident, the women find themselves trapped back in Jamie’s small hometown and where her father lives (Bernsen), which has become overrun by virus infected 'Heps'.FrightFest - https://www.fr...
2023-08-2333 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFFrightFest, London Special Release | The Craft | with guests Jenn Wexler & Heather BuckleyTo celebrate "The Dark Heart of Cinema" we are excited to bring you very special "FrightFest 2023 HAPPY HOUR FLIX" episode - as filmmakers from the horror movies HERD and The Sacrifice Game, both showcasing at FrightFest, London THIS WEEK, took a little time to get together and talk about one of their favorite 90's horror films, THE CRAFT.And if you're in London this week, be sure to look for us all week!! HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we g...
2023-08-231h 08
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGThe State of Horror Films | Michael Gingold | Fangoria, Rue MorgueSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.Today hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy are joined by friend and special guest and Horror Genre aficionado, Mike Gingold. He's a journalist, screenwriter, author, director, not to mention one of the most well-respected voices in the horror community today, who just may have seen every horror movie ever made.A graduate of NYU film school, and former editor in chief of Fangoria, Gingold today writes for both Fangoria and Rue Morgue, where he started back in 1988 and 1997 respectively.We...
2023-08-1553 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFGremlins | with guest Amanda Fuller (Last Man Standing, Orange is the New Black, Starry Eyes)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies you love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.What is it about that fuzzy...or rather furry, past laying eyes on sweet, dangerous Gizmo for the first time? Join us on this nostalgia trip as we rewind to the iconic 80s classic movie, Gremlins. Our special guest Amanda Fuller, a self-proclaimed Gizmo defender, takes us back to her childhood experience of watching this movie for the first time - at a...
2023-08-081h 23
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGThe Entertainment Industry's Metamorphosis: the Netflix EffectSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide.What if we told you that Netflix, your go-to for binge-watching, has not just altered your viewing habits but also rattled the very foundations of the entertainment industry? It is true, but what is unclear is if that is a good thing or even sustainable.Netflix and other streaming enterprises' entry into the scene has caused a seismic shift that has reshaped the way we understand entertainment - from revolutionizing consumption patterns to influencing pay scales and labor conditions. Join us as...
2023-08-0119 minCults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanSins of my Father: Growing up with America's Most Dangerous White Supremacist with Kelvin PierceKelvin’s father, Dr. William Pierce, was a notorious white supremacist and founded the National Alliance, a prominent hate group. Dr. Pierce wrote the novel The Turner Diaries, which racists widely cite as inspiration for their racist beliefs and actions. Kelvin was subjected to physical and emotional abuse and was taught to believe that Jews and non-whites were responsible for society's ills. Despite the personal abuse he suffered, Kelvin accepted his father's teachings and held onto these racist beliefs as he transitioned into adulthood. It shaped his worldview and interactions with others, even though he didn't openly broadcast these be...
2023-07-3158 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGA Happy Hour Flix podcast | It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World with special guest Dana SnyderSend us a textHey everyone and welcome back to the Independent Filmmaker’s GuideSo a couple of weeks ago we launched our new podcast, Happy Hour Flix - where we sit down with a special guest and talk about a nostalgic film we love and love to talk about. And today we wanted to drop another one of our episodes from that podcast on this feed as another special treat. And as i said before if this feels like something you would also enjoy - we invite you to be su...
2023-07-251h 01
Happy Hour Flix | HHFIt's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World | with guest Dana Snyder (Master Shake - Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Venture Brothers, Squidbillies)Hey all, a quick reminder, no matter where you are listening to us, if you could rate us and drop us a review on Apple Podcasts, we’d be so grateful - it really helps us spread the good vibes. Thank you!HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies we love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today.On today's episode, ho...
2023-07-2558 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGWhat’s the difference between the AMPTP and Independent Productions?Send us a textThe “first time in 63 years” strike, where SAG-AFTRA has joined the WGA in a labor stoppage due to stalled negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers or AMPTP. And so today we wanted to come on and address this strike and state that we here at IFG stand firmly with our fellow actors and writers in this strike. We hope that at the end of this we will see them protected for their talents and compensated duly for their work. While attempting to unders...
2023-07-1806 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFSE7EN | with guest Matt Walton (Mindhunter, No Hard Feelings, Burn After Reading)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies we love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today. It's a lot of fun.On this episode, Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy chat about the unforgettable suspense masterpiece, SE7EN. And to dive into all of the disturbing “pieces” is David Fincher alum, and friend Matt Walton....
2023-07-1155 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGFree Willy, Jason James Richter, and Surviving Fame | a HAPPY HOUR FLIX podcastSend us a textWelcome to a very "nostalgic" episode of IFG.This week we are launching alongside IFG, our new podcast HAPPY HOUR FLIX, or HHF!Our IFG series is, as you know, a nuts and bolts, inside look at how movies get made. HHF is a podcast where we sit down with a special guest to talk about a nostalgic film we love and love to talk about.Our show, which we are launching today in it's own feed, we also wanted to bring to you today on THIS feed...
2023-06-2759 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFFree Willy | with guest Jason James Richter (Free Willy, The Little Things, The NeverEnding Story III)HAPPY HOUR FLIX is a podcast all about the movies we love and love to talk about. A nostalgic look at what we grew up watching and how they still impact us today. It's a lot of fun. On today's episode, hosts Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy chat about one the most beloved films of a generation, FREE WILLY. And sitting down with them today is none other than the troubled whale-lover himself and star of the franchise, Jason James Richter.Being Richter's first film, they dive deep into many personal experiences, including how he...
2023-06-2758 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow to Document a Cult, Personally | The Fourth WallSend us a textIn this episode, Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy talk with the project's creators, screenwriters and director Luke Meyer and Keith Newton about their very personal docu-series, The Fourth Wall.For any filmmaker, telling the story and history of a cult with an ever-evolving facade, lead by a mercurial leader can not only take years, but can be difficult to pin down. And when said leader is your own father, it can be beyond daunting...becoming more and more personal as the layers are peeled back.Premiering at Tribeca Film...
2023-06-1344 min
Happy Hour Flix | HHFAnnouncing: Happy Hour Flix | All About The Movies We LoveWe are beyond excited to finally announce our new podcast, HAPPY HOUR FLIX!It's been a longtime coming, and glad we are finally here to share something so personal for us.HHF is a light-hearted, casual chat with industry guests and friends about the stories behind the making of popular films and cult classics as well as their impact on our lives.Each episode centers around a film or TV show of special meaning and interest to our guest, diving into the fun and pivotal stories behind them.Remember that movie?! So do we!
2023-06-1301 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGIFG Film Announcement Part 2 | It's Alive | Buke & Gase the filmSend us a textIn this brief episode, part 2 of our announcement, Steve talks about the US premiere, upcoming news, and now where you can actually see the film BUKE & GASE!To watch the film, just click here: BUKE & GASE FILM (or paste one of these URL's) https://apple.co/40Uu3ww https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/buke-and-gaseIn 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, when tours were cancelled and all live music went silent, one band refused to stay quiet. This is that concert.The...
2023-05-2404 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGIFG Film Premiere Announcement | A Listener Invitation | A New SeasonSend us a textA very special and short episode this week. Today we have an announcement and an invitation for you all.After beginning this podcast as a way to build up and talk to a community of other filmmakers about their own projects, not only do WE now have multiple films coming down the pike, we have launched our own Narrative Division devoted to the creation of films that tell compelling, original and personal stories. In light of all of this, we are excited to announce our first release...
2023-04-1906 min
The Caerusnet PodcastRobert Pierce "Cleans House" in CaerusnetWant to connect with Robert Pierce?
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2023-01-2421 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGThe Rising Role of the Intimacy CoordinatorSend us a textToday, more than ever, filmmakers and audiences alike are realizing the importance of having a safe and comfortable set. Not only to keep actors safe, but also ultimately to enable you to be a better filmmaker.Today we joined by Intimacy Coordinator Brooke M. Haney to discuss her job and how she approaches a set.Independent Filmmaker’s Guide | How Movies Get MadeIFG is created by Framework Productions IFG | How Movies Get Made
2022-11-1548 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGWorking with Acting Titans like Dustin Hoffman + Sissy SpacekSend us a textOn this episode, Steven Pierce and James Allerdyce explore Darren Le Gallo's feature film debut, SAM & KATE.From securing his stellar cast of the real-life parent-child combos of Dustin Hoffman/Jake Hoffman and Sissy Spacek/Schuyler Fisk, to scouting the perfect locations, Gallo walks through the inspirations, many years, and steps it took to bring his vision to fruition. Independent Filmmaker’s Guide | How Movies Get MadeIFG is created by Framework Productions IFG | How Movies Get Made
2022-11-0742 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow To Make a Crime Drama | American MurdererSend us a textWelcome back to the Independent Filmmakers GuideToday we'll here from Steven Pierce and Matt Mundy as they chat with writer/director Matthew Gentile about his new movie American Murderer, starring Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, and Jacki Weaver, and a ton of other great actors. Gentile speaks about how he was able to get an all-star cast for his first feature film, as well as how he went about getting the rights for a movie based on real people, events, and crimes. We'll also hear about how they de...
2022-10-2533 min
The Black Doctors PodcastInside the MIND Neurology Clinic: The Freedom of Owning Your Own PracticeThis episdoe features Dr. Jontel Pierce , an alumnus of the Howard University College of Medicine. She joins us to share the incredible field of Neurology. Learn about when and why Dr. Pierce became interested in the fieldShe describes her experiences during residency and the various rotationsDr. Pierce talks about what led her to open Mind Neurology , her private practiceHave you hear of BlackMD ? It's the app designed to connect patients with Black healthcare providers. Sign-up as a patient or as a Physician or provider.We would love to hear how you enjoyed this episode. Leave a review a...
2022-03-2826 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGA Shot Through The Wall | Representation On ScreenSend us a textIn today's episode, host Steven Pierce sits with Aimee Long to discuss her personal journey of bringing A Shot Through The Wall to screen. From the 2015 concept through it's premiere at the Bentonville Film Festival and recent distribution with Vertical Entertainment, Steve and Aimee talk through the barriers faced early on, the shifting social climate, and leaning into an indie filmmaker's vulnerability in order to deliver something truly unique and personal. A Chinese-American police officer's life unravels after he accidentally shoots an innocent Black man. Facing trial, he wades through his...
2022-01-2532 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow to Cast Your Film Successfully | Prioritizing the Casting DirectorSend us a textCasting talent may be one of the most visible parts of the pre-production process, but the actual workings and understanding of it can easily remain invisible and elusive for indie filmmakers.Today host Steven Pierce sits with casting director Rachel Reiss CSA to help shed much needed light on what the casting director does and why the CD-filmmaker relationship is so crucial.“Rachel Reiss CSA is a senior casting director at Liz Lewis Casting Partners where she casts Film, TV, Commercials, Animation and VO nationwide. She ha...
2021-12-1456 min
DieCast Movie Podcast64 - Pamula Pierce Interview, The Legend of Boggy Creek, Daughter of Director Charles B. PierceEpisode 64 - Pamula Pierce Interview
On this episode, Steven was able to interview the wonderful Pamula Pierce! Ms. Pierce is the daughter of famed director, Charles B. Pierce. She was involved in all of her father's films. She was either in the movie, or helping in the production side. Ms. Pierce also recently had The Legend of Boggy Creek restored. It is available on her website, legendofboggycreek.com. She will also be attending Monster Bash from October 21 - 24, 2021. So, if you want to meet her in person, then come on out to the convention. Their website is monsterbashnews.com. We hope that...
2021-10-122h 11
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGRebels Without a Crew | Insights From the Indie Horror Feature Alone With YouSend us a textYou know the slogans, get it done, just do it, shoot what you have…Emly Bennett and Justin Brooks put it all to the test when they decided to shoot their feature on their own during the pandemic.Today hosts Steven Pierce and James Allerdyce discuss with these resourceful artist about how they stopped wanting to make a film and actually made it happen. From concept, to execution, to a recent distribution deal…this episode is a great up-close guide for any filmmaker.Alone With...
2021-09-2148 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGCapturing Collapse in Venezuela: the HBO Max Doc A La CalleSend us a textWe’ve heard news bytes about the horrors and tragedies in Venezuela, but most of us don’t have a clear idea of what has and continues to transpire.Today hosts Steven Pierce and James Allerdyce sit down with the daring filmmakers, directors Maxx Caicedo and Nelson G. Navarrete and producer Shawna L. Brakefield as they layout their 5+ year journey, giving both us in the film community and the world at-large a close and very real picture of what is happening not only in Venezuela, but what could easily happe...
2021-09-1446 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGWhat Does Resilience Actually Look Like | LoreleiSend us a textBeing resilient, able to bounce back from failures. Seeing possibility in unexpected places.This may be a main thread in the storyline in the film Lorelei, but it also applies to every indie film and filmmaker.Today, hosts Steven Pierce & James Allerdyce sit down with the writer-director of Lorelei, Sabrina Doyle. While breaking down the entire process and experience of making this beautiful drama, we cover topics ranging from philosophical to practical - working with children, building a family dynamic without rehearsal, cancelled festivals, finding the optimum...
2021-07-2745 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow The Colorist Becomes a Storyteller | Documentary FilmmakingSend us a textWith the rise of high-quality documentary filmmaking in recent years, the importance of the documentary colorist has come to the forefront.In this episode, Steve sits down with filmmaker and colorist, Robert Arnold. Robert is the founder of Lateral Films where he works extensively on documentary features, including 2020’s Stray “following the world of Zeytin, a stray dog living life on the streets of Istanbul” (- IMBDb.com). Be sure to check it out on Hulu.Today’s discussion runs deep, from debates on resolution vs. color science, utilizing degraded...
2021-07-2044 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGYour Story Must Be Relevant: a Conversation with The God CommitteeSend us a textIn the independent film world, “why does your story need to be told?” is one of the most important questions to answer early on. And the film THE GOD COMMITTEE is a great example of how you answer this can have a huge impact on your film’s potential success and impact.Today, hosts Steven Pierce and James Allerdyce sit-down with writer/directer Austin Stark to discuss his powerful answer to that question. And as always, we dive deep into the entire process, including how to work with high profil...
2021-07-1331 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGThe "Legitimate Business" of Making a Harvey Keitel Gangster Film | LanskySend us a textMeyer Lansky is as instrumental to The National Crime Syndicate as Harvey Keitel is to legendary cinematic performances.In writer/director Eytan Rockaway’s second feature, he brings them both together, with an all-star cast in order to tell the true and personal story of the most infamous gangsters you’ve never heard of in the movie LANKSY.In today’s episode, hosts Steven Pierce and James Allerdyce walk through each step of the process with Rockaway, from financing, to choosing locations, production design in two separate time periods, distribution, as well a...
2021-07-0646 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow To Create a TV Pilot With an Indie Filmmaking Mind | TimberwoodSend us a textProducing an indie pilot for a potential series is almost like making half of a feature film, but with its own unique challenges. In addition to the usual hurdles, it also entails conceiving hours and hours of future content and story arcs, selling those ideas to potential buyers or investors. It is a different fork of the same river as features, but many times involves a very large creative and financial commitment, with less time and fewer resources overall. Today our host, Steven Pierce, talks with writer and director Blake McWilliam w...
2021-06-2944 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGStart Planning Your Film’s Distribution & Marketing | Brainstorm MediaSend us a textMany filmmakers spend their lives learning to create, rewrite and refine their visions into something personal and meaningful. And for most, distribution is that step where they look for someone else to take that film and shepherd it to success. Today we speak with Michelle Shwarzstein, Vice President of Marketing and Acquisitions at Brainstorm Media. She oversees all their film acquisitions and marketing strategies for all kinds platforms and a variety of genres.Visit them at brainmedia.comIFG is created by Framework Productions. This episode was...
2021-06-2253 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGYour Film Is Not Done | Color Correction with Josh BohoskeySend us a textWhen host Steven Pierce started working with SNL he met Josh Bohoskey, an amazing colorist who also works with The Mill in NYC. In addition to coloring multiple pieces a week for SNL, Josh colors everything from commercials, feature films, to music videos, and is a recent recipient of the AICE Colorist of The Year.In today’s episode, Steve and Josh explore the critical nature and importance of the often overlooked and misunderstood process of color correction. Budgeting for it early on, building relationships early, and knowing exactly how color correction wi...
2021-06-1541 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGGiving Your Film a Face For Your Audience | Key ArtSend us a textA movie poster can be the difference between a successful movie and a failure.After designing posters for films like Pulp Fiction, The English Patient, Y Tu Mamá También, Ocean's 11, Training Day and countless others, James Verdesoto of Indika Entertainment Advertising has made key art for films of all size budgets. In this episode we talk through many of the considerations and calculations made to help successfully bring the audience to the filmmaker's hard work. IFG is created by Framework Productions. This episode was directed by James Allerdyce, pro...
2021-06-0840 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGMaking The Film You Want Against All OddsSend us a textIndependent filmmaking already comes with so many inherit challenges. Now imagine creating an independent film during the height of the 2020 Covid 19 outbreak in the US. Today we speak with the filmmakers, director Gary Gardner and producer Monica-Tezla Solis Vega behind the new indie feature Every Man For Himself, to find out how they adapted their production to Covid 19, becoming the first SAG approved on-location feature.IFG is created by Framework Productions. This episode was directed by James Allerdyce, produced and edited by Matt Mundy & Audrey Rae McHale, and h...
2021-06-0142 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGHow to Market Your Movie VisuallySend us a textThink of an iconic movie poster from the past 20 years. There is a good chance you're thinking of the work of Indika Entertainment. They design movie posters, ad campaigns, key art and have created many memorable images including some of the legendary art for Pulp Fiction and Ocean's Eleven among many, many more. Creative Director Vivek Mathur talks us through the process of designing images for films, how crucial that is for a movie's success, and what you need to keep in mind to visually market your project! http://indika.com
2021-05-2537 min
Independent Filmmaker's Guide | IFGMake Your Micro-Budget a Big Success: Pink OpaqueSend us a textWith big studios increasingly producing so-called “indie films” that headline the festival circuit with top tier celebrities, it may be easy to forget what the term actually means: being truly independent from the studio system and raising film's the budget from, well, wherever the film's producers are able to find it. The producer of this film touts “made with love, not with money”. It was no doubt that spirit that allowed his team to create the new micro budget independent film, Pink Opaque."Los Angeles film student struggles to graduate while navigati...
2021-05-1858 min