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 240: Reel Ambition: How Olivia Deitch Cut Her Way Into the Industry
🎧 Guest: Olivia Deitch
🎤 Host: Damien SwabyIn this episode, Damien sits down with the talented Olivia Deitch to explore her inspiring journey through the entertainment industry — from wide-eyed film s…
🎤 Host: Damien SwabyIn this episode, Damien sits down with the talented Olivia Deitch to explore her inspiring journey through the entertainment industry — from wide-eyed film s…
00:43:40 |
Thu 19 Jun 2025
Ep 239: Big Vision, Small Gear: Making a Feature on an iPhone
Episode Description
In this episode, Damien Swaby opens up about the script for his upcoming film small talk, Big Thoughts — a powerful, poetic anthology of real conversations exploring identity, fait…
In this episode, Damien Swaby opens up about the script for his upcoming film small talk, Big Thoughts — a powerful, poetic anthology of real conversations exploring identity, fait…
00:06:15 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
Ep 238: From BBC to Bold: Moses Ssebandeke on Crafting New Cinematic Voices
Episode Summary: In this compelling episode, Damien Swaby sits down with filmmaker Moses Ssebandeke, a bold voice in the UK indie film scene and a member of the Lionstooth Collective. Known for his e…
00:43:05 |
Wed 11 Jun 2025
Ep 237: The Art of Color Grading: Alice Abrams on Shaping Emotion Through Color
Episode Summary:
What makes a scene feel cold, nostalgic, or magical—before a single word is spoken? In this illuminating episode, we’re joined by Alice Abrams, a freelance colorist whose work has hel…
What makes a scene feel cold, nostalgic, or magical—before a single word is spoken? In this illuminating episode, we’re joined by Alice Abrams, a freelance colorist whose work has hel…
00:44:03 |
Tue 03 Jun 2025
Ep 236: Narrative Truths: Producing Impactful Documentaries with Nicole Noren
📘 Episode Summary: In this masterclass episode, Damien Swaby is joined by award-winning journalist and documentary producer Nicole Noren, whose two-decade career at ESPN is a case study in investigat…
00:47:36 |
Thu 22 May 2025
Ep 235: Art Meets Film: Isabel Riley on Bridging Canvas and Cinema
Episode Summary:
Discover the fascinating intersection of visual art and filmmaking in this insightful conversation with artist Isabel Riley. Host Damien Swaby delves into Isabel's unique role in brin…
Discover the fascinating intersection of visual art and filmmaking in this insightful conversation with artist Isabel Riley. Host Damien Swaby delves into Isabel's unique role in brin…
00:35:47 |
Mon 12 May 2025
Ep 234: 30 Years at ABC — Executive Director Doug Looney Takes Us Behind the Broadcast
Episode Summary:
Join Damien Swaby as he sits down with a seasoned professional from ABC News with 30 years of experience in the media industry. In this episode, we delve into Doug Looney's fascinatin…
Join Damien Swaby as he sits down with a seasoned professional from ABC News with 30 years of experience in the media industry. In this episode, we delve into Doug Looney's fascinatin…
01:01:09 |
Wed 07 May 2025
Ep 233: The Audience is the Strategy: Caitlin Boyle on Purpose-Driven Distribution
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Damien Swaby is joined by Caitlin Boyle, a pioneering force in strategic documentary distribution and the founder of Film Sprout. Caitlin discusses how filmmakers can…
In this episode, Damien Swaby is joined by Caitlin Boyle, a pioneering force in strategic documentary distribution and the founder of Film Sprout. Caitlin discusses how filmmakers can…
00:45:24 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
Ep 232: From Baywatch to Emmy Wins – Karina Michel P.G.A. The Art of Reinvention
In this inspiring episode, Damien Swaby sits down with multi-hyphenate creative Karina Michel—an actress, model, producer, and Emmy-winning executive producer. Karina shares her fascinating journey f…
00:34:31 |
Fri 18 Apr 2025
Ep 231: The Art of Video Editing with Emmy Winner Cybele Policastro
The Art of Video Editing with Emmy Winner Cybele Policastro
- Guest: Cybele Policastro, a highly accomplished and multi-Emmy Award-winning video editor based in New York City.
- Expertise: Extensive experi…
00:33:36 |
Wed 09 Apr 2025
Ep 230: Beyond the Turmoil: Isabelle Mecattaf's Lens on Lebanon
Welcome to the podcast! Today we have filmmaker Isabelle on the show to discuss her journey from Lebanon to NYU and her experiences crafting compelling films. We'll delve into her creative process, h…
00:36:05 |
Sun 06 Apr 2025
Ep 229: Protecting Creativity: Navigating IP & Entertainment Law with Kennington Groff, Esq.
In this episode, we sit down with Kennington Groff, Esq., an experienced attorney specializing in intellectual property, entertainment, and corporate law. With a career spanning major companies like …
00:31:35 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
Ep 228: From I Love Lucy to Ally McBeal: Amy Castle's Path to Stardom and Music
Join us for an exciting conversation with the multi-talented Amy as she shares her journey from a young performer influenced by iconic shows like I Love Lucy and Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood to landing m…
00:55:29 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
Ep 227: From Dentistry to Emmy Gold: The Cinematic Journey of Michael Fitzer
In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable Mike, an Emmy Award-winning cinematographer with over 25 years of experience in the film industry. We traversed the f…
00:41:52 |
Fri 07 Mar 2025
Ep 226: The Art of Music Law: Navigating the Industry with Sarah Falzon
In this episode of The Art of Music Law, we dive into the world of entertainment law with Sarah Falzon, an accomplished associate at Taylor Oballa Murray Leyland LLP. With her expertise in music and …
00:24:02 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
Ep 225: Mastering the Art of Cinematography with Quenell Jones, SOC
Guest: Quenell Jones, SOC (Society of Camera Operators)Episode Overview:
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with Quenell Jones, an accomplished cinematographer and camera operator, to discuss his…
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with Quenell Jones, an accomplished cinematographer and camera operator, to discuss his…
01:04:55 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
Ep 224: Breaking Barriers in Hollywood with Diane Strand
Episode Summary: Welcome to another episode of Filmmaking Conversations with Damien Swaby! In this inspiring episode, we sit down with powerhouse producer, entrepreneur, and mentor Diane Strand. From…
00:19:13 |
Sun 23 Feb 2025
Ep 223: The DocuStoryteller: Behind the Lens with Ann Rogers
Ann Rogers
A 2021 Impact Partners Documentary Producers Fellow, Ann Rogers is a jack-of-all-trades Documentary Producer who has spent the last decade in the entertainment trenches learning the creativ…
A 2021 Impact Partners Documentary Producers Fellow, Ann Rogers is a jack-of-all-trades Documentary Producer who has spent the last decade in the entertainment trenches learning the creativ…
00:33:11 |
Wed 12 Feb 2025
Ep 222: Breaking In: Class, Rejection & Resilience with Helen Tompson
Episode Summary:
In this episode we sit down with screenwriter, script editor, and playwright Helen Tompson to talk about the often-overlooked struggles of working-class creatives in the film and TV i…
In this episode we sit down with screenwriter, script editor, and playwright Helen Tompson to talk about the often-overlooked struggles of working-class creatives in the film and TV i…
00:27:38 |
Fri 07 Feb 2025
Ep 221: Cutting Through the Story: Amelia Allwarden’s ACE Journey
Episode Description:
In this episode, we sit down with accomplished editor Amelia, whose journey from a childhood passion for storytelling to editing high-profile projects like Dune, Westworld, and Pe…
In this episode, we sit down with accomplished editor Amelia, whose journey from a childhood passion for storytelling to editing high-profile projects like Dune, Westworld, and Pe…
00:31:10 |
Sat 25 Jan 2025
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