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
314 - People Hate A Fake Contrarian - Indie Talk w/ Actor, Writer, Comedian Jessica Anderson
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In this special edition of Indie Talk, Actor, Writer, and Comedian Jessica Anderson (@jesstation) stands in as co-host for Nick. We talk about the problem of social media being good f…
313 - Mark Maxey, Producer and Executive Vice President of Rolling Pictures - The Power Of Networking, Following The Fun, and Using Tech To Become A Successful Producer
Hello, Hello! In this episode, we have a conversation with the Executive Vice President of Rolling Pictures and Producer Mark Maxey. We talk about his films, ‘Space Oddity,’ ‘As They Made Us,’ and ‘R…
312 - Zair Montes, Actress, Producer - The Secrets Of Filming in Cuba, Producing Without Electricity, and Getting Started In Filmmaking (Even When You Don’t Think You’re Ready)
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Actress and Producer Zair Montes. We talk about growing up as a creative in Venezuela, her company Golden Ceiba Productions, how she produ…
311 - Why We Aren’t Watching Netflix’s Dahmer, Our Take on Ye, and Why ‘Black Adam’ Disappointed At The Box Office - (Indie Talk)
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In this episode, Chris and Nick talk about why they aren’t watching Netflix’s ‘Dahmer,’ our take on the Ye antisemitic saga, predatory contracts in the Indie Film industry, why ‘Blac…
310 - What Filmmakers Can Learn From Naomi Osaka - (Industry Insights)
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In this Industry Insight, Nick breaks down a branding and marketing snafu that Naomi Osaka recently worked through and what we, as film creatives, can do to avoid the same obstacles. …
309 - Dr. Mark Goulston, Former UCLA Professor Of Psychiatry, Suicide Prevention Expert, And Author On How To Never Lose A Life To Suicide And Depression
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In this special Mental Health Awareness Month release, we have a conversation with Former UCLA Professor of Psychiatry, Author, Documentarian, Podcaster, and Suicide Prevention Expert…
308 - Frances Hernandez, Art Director - Sell Your Ideas, Organizing A Set, and Art Design On Spider-Man: No Way Home, Star Wars, and Working With Taika Waititi
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Designer and Art Director Frances Hernandez. We talk about her work on 'Spiderman: No Way Home,' 'Star Wars,' 'House Party,' Mura Masa and…
307 - Spencer Glover, Director - You're Not Going To Be A Great Filmmaker In The Beginning - (Mistakes In The Making)
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In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we learn from Director Spencer Glover. Spencer expounds on the frustration of knowing what you want to see on the screen in your mind’s eye…
306 - Sundance About Face and Preparing For The Film Pitch - (Indie Talk)
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It’s an Indie Talk week, and Chris and Nick have a conversation about the about-face of Sundance on the festival acceptance turned rejection of the Meg Smaker documentary, ‘Jihad Reha…
305 - Aaron Muñoz, Actor - Filmmakers, Don’t Paralyze Yourself With Over Preparation - (Mistakes In The Making)
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In this episode, Actor Aaron Muñoz teaches us not to psyche ourselves out from over-preparation. Aaron expounds on an experience in which he was cast in a significant role and wanted …
304 - Haley Watson, Director, Producer, Cinematographer - On Winning An Oscar, Working With Ben Proudfoot, and Building Community To Make A Great Film
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Director, Producer, and Cinematographer Haley Watson. We talk about the Academy Award Winning film ‘Queen Of Basketball,’ her film ‘The Ge…
303 - Chris Greene, Actor - Filmmakers, Don't Let Fear Prevent You From Representing Yourself - (Mistakes In The Making)
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In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we explore Actor Chris Greene's experiences around learning to honor the business side of show business and not letting fear decide whether …
302 - Indie Talk w/ Chris and Nick - Emmy Awards Low Ratings & Highlights And Types of Currency To Guarantee Indie Film ROI
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In this edition of Indie Talk, Chris and Nick talk about being able to compartmentalize the art and the artist, provide an explanation for this year's low Emmy ratings, and expound ab…
301 - Brandon Hirsch, Actor - Filmmakers, Scrutinize Every Offer - (Mistakes In The Making)
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In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we learn from Actor Brandon Hirsch. He talks about a time when he accepted a writing job that didn't pan out.
Through this experience, he …
300 - Brian Owens, Artistic Director Calgary International Film Festival - Curating Festivals For Maximum Engagement, The Importance Of Scoring, and Editing Your Film To The Essential
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Artistic Director Brian Owens. We talk about the upcoming Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) beginning on September 22nd, the imp…
299 - Kris Wente, Actor - Filmmakers, Don't Be Afraid To Ask For What You Need - (Mistakes In The Making)
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In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we learn from Actor Kris Wente about the dangers of not asking for what you need on set.
Especially when things change in the project or sc…
298 - Indie Talk! What Indie Creators Can Learn From Serena WIlliams and The Return of MoviePass
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In this episode, Chris and Nick talk about the branding genius of Serena Williams, the potentially creepy return of MoviePass, Neil Gaiman’s rule of two-thirds, the arms race for the …
297 - Actor, Writer Ted Welch - How Filmmakers Can Avoid The Trap Of Easy Success - Mistakes In The Making
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In this edition of Mistakes In The Making, we hear from Actor and Writer Ted Welch. He expounds upon his experiences in the film industry after booking hit films like 'The Help' and hit…
296 - Tiffany Murray, Cinematographer, Writer, Director - How She Used Filmmaking Tactics To Create Her New Podcast ‘Southbridge,’ Major Networks Creating A New Podcasting Lane, And Which Camera To Use As A Beginner and Expert
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Cinematographer, Writer, and Director Tiffany Murray. We talk about her partnership with Amy Kersten, their new podcast 'Southbridge,' how…
295 - Live From DEFY Film Festival @ The Premier of ‘Chest’ - Aaron Irons, Director/Writer And Josh Croft, Producer/Actor On The Challenges Of Making Found Footage Film ‘Chest’
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In this special episode, we have a conversation with Director, Writer Aaron Irons, and Producer, Actor Josh Croft. We talk about their new Found Footage film, ‘Chest,’ the process of…