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The MAKE IT Podcast

The MAKE IT podcast salutes the Indie Film Creative. Join us weekly for candid conversations with seasoned pros, offering advice, knowledge, and industry insights to fast-track the journey for aspiring film professionals. Discover inspiration and guidance tailored for your cinematic path. Enjoy the journey? Dive deeper at www.themakeitpodcast.com and follow us on Instagram and X @_makeitpodcast.

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Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
55 minutes
Episodes
435
Years Active
2018 - 2025
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Knowing How Much To Invest - Film Investment Series #02

Knowing How Much To Invest - Film Investment Series #02

In this episode of the Film Investment Series, Jason and Chris talk about knowing how much to invest in an Indie Film.

Enjoy! 

Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Inst…

00:01:37  |   Sun 16 Aug 2020
Consistency is the Key to Success - A Conversation w/ Writer & Director Rasheena Nash

Consistency is the Key to Success - A Conversation w/ Writer & Director Rasheena Nash

In this week's episode, we have a wide-ranging conversation with writer and filmmaker Rasheena Nash. We talk about how to gain the respect of the Writer's Room, what it takes to accomplish a dream, a…

00:53:45  |   Tue 11 Aug 2020
92 - Good Judgment (Film Investment Series)

92 - Good Judgment (Film Investment Series)

**Introducing - The Film Investment Series**

In this podcast series, you're going to hear snippets of conversations between the writer and Indie Creative Jason McConnell and Chris Barkley, host of th…

00:01:54  |   Sun 09 Aug 2020
First Principles - Positioning Your Film for Success Through Branding and Audience - Indie Talk #26

First Principles - Positioning Your Film for Success Through Branding and Audience - Indie Talk #26

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about going back to first principles in Indie Film Success. The importance…

00:53:18  |   Tue 04 Aug 2020
Co-Writing, Short Films, & the Pros of Specialization - A Conversation w/ A Week Away Co-Writer Kali Bailey

Co-Writing, Short Films, & the Pros of Specialization - A Conversation w/ A Week Away Co-Writer Kali Bailey

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, we have a conversation with the director and writer Kali Bailey. We talk about her upcoming film, 'A Week Away,' how working as a crew member will make…

01:04:00  |   Tue 28 Jul 2020
Mistakes In The Making - Vol. 02 - Drew Maynard

Mistakes In The Making - Vol. 02 - Drew Maynard

Writer and Director Drew Maynard talks about mistakes. 

Enjoy!

 

#MAKEIT

 

Links:

Drew Maynard

The Watermelon Woman (film)

Bolo Brothers Creatives

Shine Service (documentary)

 



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00:19:34  |   Fri 24 Jul 2020
Why Netflix and Not IFC? Indie Talk #25

Why Netflix and Not IFC? Indie Talk #25

Hello, Indie Creatives! 

 

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about why filmmakers single out Netflix as the desired home for their f…

00:51:20  |   Tue 21 Jul 2020
The Cash Flow Hasn't Changed, AI Actors, FAST Trends for Filmmakers - Indie Talk #24

The Cash Flow Hasn't Changed, AI Actors, FAST Trends for Filmmakers - Indie Talk #24

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nick Buggs talk about why the money and interest in content created by the current culture might not…

01:07:31  |   Tue 07 Jul 2020
Mistakes In The Making - Vol. 01 - Motke Dapp

Mistakes In The Making - Vol. 01 - Motke Dapp

Indie Film Creatives,

This is the introductory episode of our podcast series, Mistakes In The Making. In this volume, Motke Dapp talks about his biggest mistake in his career and what he learned.

Enj…

00:07:23  |   Fri 03 Jul 2020
Earning Actors’ Trust through Empathy - A Conversation w / Talent Agent Kim “Cookie” McCray

Earning Actors’ Trust through Empathy - A Conversation w / Talent Agent Kim “Cookie” McCray

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, we have a conversation with Talent Agent extraordinaire, Kim "Cookie" McCray. We talk about how she turned abuse, loneliness, and loss into the strengt…

01:33:58  |   Tue 30 Jun 2020
Making a Feature Film in High School - A Conversation w/ Tanner Peterson and Dayton Edwards (of Peterson Films)

Making a Feature Film in High School - A Conversation w/ Tanner Peterson and Dayton Edwards (of Peterson Films)

Hello, Indie Creatives! 

In this week's episode, we have a treat. We speak with the youngest filmmakers to ever grace the MAKE IT mic, Tanner Peterson and Dayton Edwards. We talk about what it takes …

01:02:27  |   Tue 23 Jun 2020
82 - Streaming Loss Leaders & What If Coronavirus Hit In 1985? Indie Talk #23

82 - Streaming Loss Leaders & What If Coronavirus Hit In 1985? Indie Talk #23

Hello, indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nick Buggs talk about the funding crisis behind major streaming companies across the globe, we ask w…

00:43:37  |   Tue 16 Jun 2020
How Art Comments on Life - A Conversation w/ Actor Chris Greene

How Art Comments on Life - A Conversation w/ Actor Chris Greene

Hello Indie Creatives,


In this week's episode, we have an essential conversation with Actor Chris Greene. We talk about the recent protests, racism, and injustice in film and the world, and how our …

01:18:18  |   Tue 09 Jun 2020
Unprecedented Times for Indie Creatives - Indie Talk #22

Unprecedented Times for Indie Creatives - Indie Talk #22

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about possible roles for the Independent Creative during the recent protes…

00:49:46  |   Tue 02 Jun 2020
Find a Mentor and Learn the Business - A Conversation w/ VP of International Distribution Malee Nerenhausen

Find a Mentor and Learn the Business - A Conversation w/ VP of International Distribution Malee Nerenhausen

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, we have a conversation with VP of International Distribution at The Solution Entertainment Malee Nerenhausen. We talk about why it's essential to know …

01:07:26  |   Tue 26 May 2020
Alternative Distribution Streams, Short Film Funding, and Industry Data Galore - Indie Talk #21

Alternative Distribution Streams, Short Film Funding, and Industry Data Galore - Indie Talk #21

Hello Indie Creatives,

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about alternative distribution streams for your short film, who the big win…

00:53:16  |   Tue 19 May 2020
78 - Digital Photography & Short Documentaries - A Conversation w/ Photographer/Videographer Tim Duggan

78 - Digital Photography & Short Documentaries - A Conversation w/ Photographer/Videographer Tim Duggan

Hello Indie Creatives,

In this week's podcast, we talk with creative extraordinaire, Tim Duggan. He's a master of photography, but his talents and pursuits don't stop there. He's a documentary filmm…

01:01:20  |   Tue 12 May 2020
Back to Set Guidelines for Indie Filmmakers - Indie Talk #20

Back to Set Guidelines for Indie Filmmakers - Indie Talk #20

Hello, Indie Creatives!

In this week's episode, Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about COVID-19 fears in the film industry and society, the first principles of filmmaker…

00:45:29  |   Tue 05 May 2020
Creating Horror Films on a Budget - A Conversation w AZ If Productions (Writer/Director Kd Amond & Actress/Writer Sarah Zanotti)

Creating Horror Films on a Budget - A Conversation w AZ If Productions (Writer/Director Kd Amond & Actress/Writer Sarah Zanotti)

Hello, Indie Creatives!


In this week's episode, we have a hilarious conversation with the dynamic duo that makes up the AZ If Productions team, Kd Amond and Sarah Zanotti. We run through a gambit of…

00:59:14  |   Tue 28 Apr 2020
Got Leverage? Why COVID Provides A Great Opportunity for Success - Indie Talk #19

Got Leverage? Why COVID Provides A Great Opportunity for Success - Indie Talk #19

Hello, Indie Creatives! 

In this week's episode, Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about making short-form content for Quibi or their myriad forthcoming competitors, how to foc…

00:42:54  |   Tue 21 Apr 2020
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