Join us for a deep dive into the world of auditions and casting for film and television as we talk with industry professionals about the process of finding those actors who become our storytellers, the subjective landscape of production and what really goes on - in the room.
In this episode of In the Room, hosts John Williams and Heather Kofka welcome filmmaker Ty McMahan and producer Brandon Kobs, the team behind the powerful new documentary 67 Bombs to Enid. With legen…
Filmmaker and cinematographer Clay Liford (Earthling, Wuss, Slash) joins In the Room to share candid insights from a career in indie film. Clay reflects on his path from SXSW premieres to teaching fi…
This week, director William Kaufman (The Channel, Daylight’s End) returns to In the Room to discuss his newest release: Osiris—a gritty sci-fi thriller that’s part Aliens, part Black Hawk Down, and 1…
This week In the Room, Emmy-winning casting director Jessica Daniels joins us to pull back the curtain on one of the most essential—but misunderstood—roles in film and TV. From The 40-Year-Old Versio…
Jaime Schwarz has helped over 100 brands speak for themselves—but now, he’s building something bigger.
From co-founding seven startups to inventing a patent for self-authenticating media, Jaime is a t…
Filmmaker and creative producer Christopher Shea steps In the Room to reflect on the twists, pivots, and passion projects that have defined his multi-decade career in indie film, TV, and theater. Fro…
Award-winning casting director Alyson Silverberg joins John to reflect on a career spanning two decades and some of television’s most beloved series. From Jane the Virgin to Greek, Alyson has built i…
On this episode of In the Room, Sundance filmmaker Chelsea Christer joins John and Heather to share the wild true story that inspired her dark comedy short Out for Delivery. From a real-life medical …
What does it take to direct a sci-fi thriller with no script, no studio, and just 8 days of filming? In this week’s episode, John sits down with filmmaker Chris Folkens, whose debut feature Catalyst …
Award-winning indie filmmaker Luca Pizzoleo joins casting director John Williams In the Room to reveal how he bypassed traditional Hollywood and built a massive audience online. With viral shorts lik…
Filmmakers Yangzom Brauen and Martin Brauen join us In the Room to talk about their powerful new documentary, MOLA: A Tibetan Story of Love and Loss, which premiered at SXSW. The film follows Yangzom…
Filmmaking is evolving, and independent creators are redefining the industry. In this episode of In The Room Podcast, host John Williams sits down with writer-director William Tyler Wiseman and actor…
How Angeline Walsh Made a Period Piece for Just $10K & Broke Into Streaming
What does it take to bring a Victorian-era dark comedy to life with almost no budget? Writer & filmmaker Angeline Walsh join…
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Get ready to dive into American Spirit, the compelling story of Melody and Jonathan, two exes navigating old wounds and new relationships after a surprise reunion. This…
Join us as we sit down with the powerhouse creatives behind the chilling feature film "The Beldham” Director/Writer Angela Gulner, Producer Mark Meir, and Cinematographer Ksusha Genenfeld dive into t…
In this episode, we’re excited to have Will Bakke, an award-winning filmmaker known for his insightful and comedic coming-of-age stories, and Sam Chortek, Executive Producer and both Partners at Rabb…
We're thrilled to have the incredibly talented Josh Wiggins on today's episode of "In the Room"! 🌟 From his breakout role in "Hellion" and "Lost In The Sun" to the heartwarming "Max" and the critical…
Step into the world of cinematic brilliance with our latest episode of "In The Room" podcast, featuring the visionary filmmaker Kevin Ford! 🎙️✨ From Netflix's riveting documentary "Sr." to impactful …
Step "In the Room" with the brilliant Kelly Williams, the mastermind producer and co-founder of Ten Acre Films!🚧 Currently busy in post-production on the much-anticipated "ALL THAT WE LOVE," Kelly's …
This week we are "In The Room" with the brilliant Nicole Riegel, and incredible Karmen Leech and Lani Thomison! 🎥✨ Join us as we explore the enchantment behind the eagerly awaited film "Dandelion," …