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.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 435
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
34 - Priscilla Wise (Writer) - Just Sit Down and Write
On this episode, we have a conversation with writer Priscilla Wise.
Priscilla is a creative, a problem solving, mentoring, analyzing, data j…
33 - Dycee Wildman (Director/Writer/Festival Creator) - Hustle, Collaboration, & Hosting an Inclusive Film Festival
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Director and Writer Dycee Wildman (@di…
32 - Ciciley Hoffman (Costume Designer & Stylist) - How to Use Costumes to Communicate a Message
“There was a care in how clothes used to be made that no longer exists with fast fashion.” - Ciciley Hoffman On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Costume Designe…
31 - Shannan E. Johnson - Writing, Theater, & Taking Risks
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with script editor Shannan E. Johnson (@theprofessi…
30 - Wes Powers - The Importance of Collaboration & Editing Folder Structure
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Editor Wes Powers (@wesslesprouts). We chat about what it means to be married to another creative, how to prepare for a move…
29 - Christine Woods - Auditioning, Singing, & Defining Success
“Even when you feel like you did a bad audition, make them tell you why (it was bad).” - Christine Woods ⠀
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with actress and singe…
28 - Stefanie Black - Theater, The Importance of Relationships, & the Pros of Going to Art School
“I learned how important close relationships and friendships are because this business is chock-full of negativity, and comparison, and ambition -- so many things that can topple you.” - Stefanie Bla…
27 - Dean Shortland - Pursuing Your Goals, Working Hard, & Learning to Say No
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with actor Dean Shortland, (@deanshortland everywhere). We talk about growing up in Australia, performing in highly religious env…
26 - Ryan Hartsock - Teaching the Next Generation & Understanding the Realities of Producing
"Produce where you are. Creativity isn't bottled up in some location. There isn't a secret elixir that can only be found in [Los Angeles]" - Ryan Hartsock
In this week's episode, we chat with Produce…
25 - Logen Christopher - Making Your Own Way
“In today’s world, spending all of your budget on one project is not smart.” - Logen Christopher
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On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Filmmaker Logen C…
24 - Drew Maynard - Being Humble, Making Short Films, & Getting Feedback
"If you have the means to make something, give it a shot and learn." - Drew Maynard
On this week's episode, we have a conversation with Director and Writer Drew Maynard.
Drew Maynard is a Nashville-…
23 - Joshua Bermudez - Acting Comfortably, Fighting Imposter Syndrome, & Cocktails
“What are you willing to invest, in something that may not have an [immediate] return?” - Joshua Bermudez
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On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Actor, J…
22 - Matthew Hankins - Approaching Films as Art and the Importance of Collaboration
"You aren't influenced later in life, you're inspired." - Matthew Hankins
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Santa Chris here, Bonsai Chris is tending to his bonsai tree, which is in desperate need …
21 - Chris Greene - Creating a Fictional Reality, Typecasting, & Being Emotionally Honest
“Our job is to make people realize the truth, but also give them the courage to change the narrative.” - Chris Greene
On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversation with Actor …
20 - Matt Williams - Overcoming Self Doubt, Putting in the Work, & Mastering Your Craft
“People like the idea of being an artist more than the idea of practicing and becoming the absolute best.” - Matt Williams
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On this week’s episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we have a conversat…
19 - Writer Amanda Bermudez - Research vs Writing, & Listening to the Right People
Amanda J. Bermudez is an award-winning writer and filmmaker. Her past works include The Face of the Earth, Hunt, and an adaptation of W.H. Aud…
18 - Director & Producer Sabyn Mayfield - Learning What Not to Do & How to Focus
"I'm not always learning what to do, as much as learning what not to do.” - Sabyn Mayfield This week we have a conversation with Director Sabyn Mayfield
Sabyn Mayfield is a producer and director, kno…
17 - Writer & Director Terry Gingles - Why You Should Study the Classics & Learn the Craft
"If I'm not crying when I'm done with the last sentence or that last word, then it's not good." This week we have a conversation with Director & Writer Terry Gingles.
Terry Gingles was born in India…
16 - Director Spencer Glover - The Importance of Focusing on Casting & Preproduction
Spencer is a Los Angeles-based creative recognized for his filmmaking work including, short films, pilot episodes,…
15 - Actor Jessejames Locorriere - How to Leverage Your Individuality and Create a Work-Life Balance
“There are no more Jack Nicholson's. There are no more Marlon Brando's.” - Jessejames Locorriere⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
On this week's episode, we have a conversation with Jessejames Locorriere.
Jessejames is an acto…