Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby
Step into the world of independent film with Filmmaking Conversations with Damien SwabyFrom established industry voices to the filmmakers of tomorrow, Damien Swaby opens up conversations that spark ideas, share experiences, and celebrate creativity in all its forms.
Each episode offers listeners both inspiration and practical takeaways, leaving them better equipped to bring their own stories to life.With a loyal and growing audience of passionate filmmakers and film lovers, Filmmaking Conversations has become a trusted space for authentic dialogue and fresh perspectives on the art of storytelling.
Join us—and discover why this podcast is resonating with the community shaping the future of film.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 259
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Ep 80: Endless Learning in the Industry: Award-Winning Actress & Producer Oriane Pick
Oriane Pick: Award-Winning Actress & Producer
- Background:
Oriane Pick, an award-winning French actress, has lived in various countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe before settling in London in 2013.…
00:24:51 |
Sat 12 Sep 2020
Ep 79: "A couple of $100" How Evan Kidd made his brilliant indie feature film and more!
Evan Kidd is an award-winning filmmaker based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Raised in NC, he fell in love with film at early age, eventually turning his passion for storytelling into a career. Creating…
00:53:48 |
Fri 11 Sep 2020
Ep 78: Chadwick Boseman - Gone But Not Forgotten. Howard University 2018 Commencement Speech.
Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe, died Friday of cancer, his representati…
00:35:52 |
Sat 29 Aug 2020
Ep 77: Former Film Professor, UNC Charlotte - JEFF JACKSON
JEFF JACKSON is a novelist, playwright, visual artist, and songwriter. His second novel Destroy All Monsters was published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux in Fall 2018. It received advanced praise from Do…
00:51:59 |
Tue 25 Aug 2020
Ep 76: The Sleepless - Michael DiBiasio (Writer and Director)
The Sleepless - Michael DiBiasio (Writer and Director)
The Sleepless is Michael’s second feature film. His first, The Videoblogs, screened nationally in 2016 and is currently available on VOD in mult…
The Sleepless is Michael’s second feature film. His first, The Videoblogs, screened nationally in 2016 and is currently available on VOD in mult…
01:11:17 |
Thu 20 Aug 2020
Ep 75: From BBC to CNN to NPR: Global Stories with Sophie Eastaugh
In this premiere episode, Sophie takes us behind the scenes of her reporting journey—from the Colombian Amazon to the Senegalese coast to the streets of Bristol. Her stories, featured by BBC, CNN, NP…
00:33:04 |
Mon 17 Aug 2020
Ep 74: "Trying to do projects that are good for the world" New York Times filmmaker, Dillon Hayes
Dillon is a film editor based in Los Angeles. He works in documentary, music videos, and commercials/branded content. He brings empathy, passion, and a collaborative attitude to every project. His in…
00:39:46 |
Wed 12 Aug 2020
Ep 72: Legal Backstage: Navigating Entertainment Law with Michael R. Blaha
In this episode of Legal Backstage, we sit down with seasoned Hollywood entertainment attorney Michael R. Blaha, whose 30+ years of experience have made him a trusted advocate for artists, creators, …
00:44:16 |
Fri 31 Jul 2020
Ep 71: LAURA GETS A CAT, Writer and Director Michael Ferrell!
Michael Ferrell is the writer, director, and star of the feature films LAURA GETS A CAT and TWENTY MILLION PEOPLE, both independently produced by the team of Devin Sanchez, Chris Prine, and himself.
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00:39:18 |
Sat 25 Jul 2020
Ep 70: Defeating The Odds! Actress Becki Hayes, making it happen!
Becki Hayes is a Texas-born SAG-AFTRA actress known for both deaf and hearing roles. Born with a hereditary, progressive hearing loss, Becki's hearing rapidly declined, rendering her profoundly deaf …
00:31:03 |
Fri 24 Jul 2020
Ep 69: Official selection at Hot Docs 2019 - Editor Rosella Tursi
Rosella Tursi is the editor of the feature documentary Willie, an official selection at Hot Docs 2019 and a runner up for the Rogers Audience Award.
Originally from Montreal and now based in New York…
Originally from Montreal and now based in New York…
00:51:39 |
Tue 14 Jul 2020
Ep 68: Greater, Antiquities, & Lazy Eye Cinematographer Gabe Mayhan
Gabe Mayhan - Bio
Gabe Mayhan is a cinematographer. He approaches each project with innovative technique, excitement, and a collaborative spirit. Over the course of his career behind the camera, Gabe …
Gabe Mayhan is a cinematographer. He approaches each project with innovative technique, excitement, and a collaborative spirit. Over the course of his career behind the camera, Gabe …
00:47:36 |
Tue 14 Jul 2020
Ep 67: Oscar Winner! Donald Sylvester - Ford v Ferrari, Logan and Walk the Line
Donald Sylvester is an American sound editor who has worked on over 100 films. He is best known for his work with James Mangold on the films Ford v Ferrari, Logan and Walk the Line. He won the Academ…
00:42:13 |
Thu 09 Jul 2020
Ep 66: KEVIN HART: DON'T F**K THIS UP, and "Last Chance U" Producer Adam Ridley
Adam Ridley is a documentary Producer, Director and Editor originally from Detroit, Michigan. His first documentary short was about the private-press musician Dane Sturgeon called The Wild 'n' Tender…
00:56:22 |
Sat 04 Jul 2020
Ep 65: Award-winning actress and producer, Brooke Lewis Bellas
Brooke Lewis Bellas (a.k.a. Brooke Lewis) is an award-winning actress and producer, known for the mystery, thriller “iMurders” (2008) opposite Billy Dee Williams, Gabrielle Anwar and Frank Grillo, th…
00:59:34 |
Wed 01 Jul 2020
Ep 64: Hallmark, NBC, TNT, Screenwriter and Producer JAMIE PACHINO
JAMIE PACHINO is an award winning playwright, screenwriter and television writer. Her work has been produced in four countries, commissioned, published and honored.
Jamie currently writes for the ser…
Jamie currently writes for the ser…
00:43:16 |
Tue 16 Jun 2020
Ep 63: Dear White People, LA based Cinematographer Topher Osborn
Topher Osborn is an LA based [local 600] cinematographer working domestically and abroad. While a large part of his work is in commercials, his most recent feature work includes Bad Hair (sundance 20…
00:45:53 |
Sat 06 Jun 2020
Ep 62: Brendan Uegama is a cinematographer and producer, known for Child's Play (2019)
Brendan Uegama is a cinematographer, shooting feature films and series work. He resides in Los Angeles but is originally from Vancouver Canada. He is best known for his work on Child's Play (2019), R…
00:41:10 |
Mon 01 Jun 2020
Ep 61: Unveiling “The Truth about Muslim Marriage” with Dr. Myriam François
Dr Myriam Francois is a journalist, TV producerand writer.
Her documentaries have appeared on Channel 4 and BBC1 among others.
She devised, produced and presenteda monthlyArts and Culture documentary …
Her documentaries have appeared on Channel 4 and BBC1 among others.
She devised, produced and presenteda monthlyArts and Culture documentary …
00:50:10 |
Sat 23 May 2020
Ep 60: "I'm constantly working out what life is about through my films." Mary Gerretsen
Mary Gerretsen is an award-winning filmmaker with an eye for stories that try to find the subtle joys of life in even the most tragic and somber sides of humanity. The youngest child of four to a co…
00:43:06 |
Sat 16 May 2020
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