film and tv producer Mark ”Iceman” Roberts (Strangers With Candy) and aspiring filmmaker and actor Rod "Tuddy" Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
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We’re BACK in the studio to break down what really goes on behind the scenes of an indie movie set.
From hanging out late-night with the legendary Tony Danza and Mario Lopez to navigating the chaos of production, flight layovers, and getting "on a sick one" (you'll see what we mean 🍻), we’re sharing all the real, unfiltered stories from location.
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THE Film Hustlers, sit down with actor, entrepreneur, and filmmaker Garrett Patton (TBK Productions) to talk about the reality of independent filmmaking. From a 15-year career in private equity to navigating union negotiations, tax credits, and the chaotic world of indie budgets, Garrett shares what it really takes to push the boulder up the hill.
We dive into his upcoming projects, with Matt Damon on Start Without Me, producing alongside top talent like Lucy Hale and Josh Duhamel, and his latest venture with Adrian Grenier (Self Custody and the new docuseries Beyond the Break). Plus, we break down the changing landscape of global distribution, why Christmas movies remain bulletproof, the rise of vertical storytelling, and how filmmakers can adapt to survive in a rapidly evolving media ecosystem.
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If you think filmmaking is just about a good script and a camera, think again. Today, you literally cannot get a movie financed without mastering the tax credit game.
On this episode, the Film Hustlers talk about state incentives.
We also tackle major shifts in the entertainment landscape: Why local stations axed Access Hollywood in favor of social media content, and how industry titan Barry Diller climbed out of the William Morris mailroom and invented the modern television movie.
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Clay Epstein drops distributor secrets every young filmmaker must hear on Part 2 of The Film Hustlers Podcast — The budget sweet spot, making a commercial calling card. The added value you need for indie success, and the new Nancy Joan Epstein CSUN “New Voices” scholarship. Hit play if you dare. 🎬🔥
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Welcome back, Film Hustlers! 🌍 If you’ve ever wondered if it’s actually worth raising a million bucks to make an independent movie, this is the one episode you cannot afford to miss.
Veteran film distributor Clay Epstein (Founder of Film Mode Entertainment) pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities of the market, the myth of "gurus" telling you to believe in your dreams, and what it actually takes to sell your movie.
Turn up the volume, hit that SUBSCRIBE button, and share this with your crew. Our numbers are climbing, and we’re just getting started! 📈
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Over $42 Billion is still on the table. Claim it?
The business is shifting, but the money hasn't disappeared— On this episode of Film Hustlers, we’re breaking down the cable movie - 15 days, 10 locations, and 8 or so characters. High-concept hooks lift eyebrows. Let's talk about a strategy to stay relevant.
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We’re sitting down with Father Tom Gibbons, President of Paulist Productions, to discuss the "secret sauce" that has them collaborating with A-listers like Martin Sheen and Chris Pratt. We talk about their acclaimed anthology series, INSIGHT, which ran from 1960 to 1985 and won multiple Emmy Awards. Let's pull back the curtain on the intersection of the sacred and the secular.
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💥 Debating Statues and Saints coming to PBS.
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💥 Indie distribution hacks for 2026.
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Industry vet Jen Aguillon dropped by the Library Cigar Lounge to talk career longevity, the evolution of news, and why "hustling" is a core value.
If you’re looking for a dose of positive energy and some real-talk advice on breaking into the biz, this is the episode for you.
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The needle is moving faster than ever in the film industry. In this episode of Film Hustlers, host Mark Roberts, Rod "Tuddy" Rinks are joined by veteran exec and producer Ann Lewis Roberts to break down the radical shift from traditional gatekeepers to independent success.
We dive deep into the "ultimate blueprint" for modern filmmakers: the story of Iron Lung, a film made by a YouTuber for $3M that bypassed streamers to gross over $52M globally. Whether you have 40 million subscribers or 400, the lessons on viral hooks, authenticity, and betting on yourself are universal.
🚀 The 2026 Internship Master List: Your Backstage Pass
Tired of the "entry-level but requires 5 years experience" trap? We’re breaking down the Golden Ticket links to help you land a seat at the table with the world's biggest media giants.
From Disney Imagineering to TikTok’s Creator Growth teams, this is your direct line to the recruiters who matter. We’ve categorized the chaos into three high-stakes arenas:
🎵 Music & Live Entertainment
📱 Digital & Emerging Platforms
Pro Tip: For the big studios (Disney, NBCU, Warner), these listings often vanish within 48 to 72 hours
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Production Design is often the "invisible" art of filmmaking, but Hustler Robert Wise explains that everything the camera sees is a result of his work. Join the Huslers as they dive into the high-stakes world of the Art Department.
From his early days on the iconic Blink-182 "All The Small Things" music video to managing Kanye West’s Sunday Service with an Amex Black Card, Robert reveals what it really takes to build the world you see on screen.
Robert is a production designer currently in consideration for a Guinness World Record for shooting 7 Christmas movies in 2025.
If you’ve ever wondered how to get started as a PA, how to handle a difficult director, or how to "cheat" a shot for the camera, this episode is a class in set survival and creative problem-solving.
Featured Guest: Robert Wise (Production Designer) Hosted by: Mark Roberts, Rod Rinks, and Davie Dave.
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On this Micro-Drama edition of Film Hustlers, we sit down with Hollywood heavyweight Tommy Harper, Producer behind Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible, Star Wars, and currently shooting Wednesday Season 3 in Ireland! and Kasey Esser, the "Brad Pitt of Verticals" with over 57 series and 500 MILLION views! to talk about the future of entertainment.
We dive deep into how micro-dramas went from a niche trend to a multi-billion-dollar global industry, how Tommy is bringing blockbuster quality to mobile screens with his new tech platform Veyou, and Casey’s incredible journey from struggling actor to international vertical superstar.
Plus, we get the exclusive inside scoop on their ambitious new action-packed vertical series, Love Under Fire, which brings LED screens and movie-quality stunts straight to your phone. 💥
Whether you're an actor, filmmaker, producer, or just love the hustle of the industry, you need to hear this. Grab your notepad! 📝
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📲 And don't forget to check out Love Under Fire dropping April 7th on the new Veyou app (V-E-Y-O-U).
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The Film Hustlers talk about the secrets to thriving in today’s film industry! Discover how the game has changed since the 90s and learn powerful networking strategies to catch the eye of agents. They discuss tips on securing funding and overcoming distribution hurdles, while Davy shares his social media wisdom to help you stand out in a crowded market. Plus, find out why getting involved in local theater and student films could be your ticket to success! Don’t miss this engaging conversation packed with actionable insights that could transform your creative journey. Tune in and hustle your way to the top!
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Film Hustlers — Season 6 (now with video) — is a fast-moving Podcast for filmmakers, creators, and anyone hustling in today’s shifting media landscape. Hosts Mark Roberts, Tuddy (Rod Rinks), and Davey Dave mix 30 years of indie filmmaking experience, industry news, practical advice on financing, distribution, and cross-platform content, plus candid conversations about making movies in the age of streaming, influencers, and microdramas. Expect insider stories, creative strategy, and real-world tips to help you make, market, and monetize your work.
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Ann Lewis Roberts explains how she climbed from intern to network leader and shares today’s creator playbook: get in the door any way you can, treat brands like studios, own and repurpose your content. YouTube, Verticles and MUCH MORE!! #FilmHustlers #CreatorPlaybook #Filmmaking #ContentStrategy #Reels #YouTubeShorts #IndieFilm #MediaCareer
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Russell Emanuel — co‑founder and CEO of Extreme Music — joins Film Hustlers to unpack how he turned a dusty music library into a global, tech‑driven powerhouse that lets filmmakers instantly find, customize, and license premium cues without the Hollywood price tag. He explains the company’s radical focus on real composers, remixable tracks, and bespoke scoring through Bleeding Fingers, how the platform fills gaps for every genre worldwide, and why this modern library is now essential for producers who need high‑quality, affordable music fast.
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Season 6 of Film Hustlers is HERE! — 🔥 No-fluff, state tax credits, Great tax credit states, auditing tax credits — and the exact moves to stretch your budget, protect investors, and actually finish your film. For indie filmmakers who want results. Tune in, level up, and make your next project unstoppable.
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Join us for an electrifying episode of Film Hustlers as we welcome our very own, the talented Davie Dave Morales! Dive into his journey through the worlds of Social Media, Comedy, and Acting, as he shares the behind-the-scenes stories of performing on stage and capturing the magic on screen.
Davie brings humor and insight into the challenges of stand-up comedy, his evolution as an artist, and the joy of collaborating with fellow creatives. We discuss everything from memorable performances in front of sold-out crowds to the art of writing jokes—and how sometimes it's the throwaway lines that steal the show!
Don't miss this conversation filled with laughter and inspiration. Tune in now and discover the passion, hustle, and heart that drives Davie Dave to succeed in the entertainment industry! 🌟🎭
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From the trenches to the screen: John Schimke breaks down the high-stakes chess game of modern filmmaking and why the 'hustle' is the only real currency. He also talks about his new film Where the Wind Blows.
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This week, the multi-talented Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli, talks about his journey from Pro football to General Hospital to Tulsa King.
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Episode: David Kendall (writer/director/producer) — This week the Film Hustlers sit down with TV vet David Kendall (Growing Pains, Boy Meets World, iCarly, Hannah Montana) to unpack sixty-plus episodes, breaking into Hollywood with a spec script, and the real hustle of writing, directing, and producing. They also discuss making their Lifetime movie Steppin' Into the Holiday (Mario Lopez, Jana Kramer), chaotic on-set weather, choreography under pressure, and practical advice for writers and creators. Tune in to hear career stories, tips for writer’s rooms, and why doing the work matters. Listen now — new episodes weekly.
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On this week’s Film Hustlers, we get real with Concrete — a true artist who’s been through the trenches. From losing everything in a theft to grinding behind the scenes in music, acting, and comedy, his story is about hustle, resilience, and never giving up. He tells us about his new Comedy Collaboration with Mario Lopez WEY OUT LOUD! and his new role in The Christmas Spark. Don't miss it!
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Film Hustlers: Back to One: The Art of the Pitch & Making Your Money Back 🎬💰
🔥 The Hustle is Global! Mark, Tuddy, and Davie Dave are talking to hustlers worldwide!
This week, we dive into The Pitch. How to practice your pitch until it's second nature (even with your wife!), and why you should NEVER get discouraged when someone tunes out.
Plus, Tuddy breaks down the ultimate indie success story:
The takeaway? Stop waiting for all the money to be collected. Throw your hat over the fence and trust in the moving train! We discuss knowing your worth as a filmmaker and why you should always pitch for more than you think you need.
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The Hustlers welcome Dr. Tina Vartanian, the principal of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)—widely considered the #1 public arts high school in the nation. In a candid, personal conversation, we dive into:
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Ann Roberts and the Hustlers discuss the resurgence of live TV, and the growing importance of YouTube and brand-funded content. They analyze the strategies of major players, such as Paramount+, Netflix, Apple, and Warner Bros., and explore opportunities for independent filmmakers and content creators to thrive in the current environment.
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This week on the Film Hustler Podcast, we sit down with the unstoppable - Gil Lopez Hollywood producer, showrunner, and behind-the-scenes mastermind with nearly 30 years of experience! From starting out on Saved by the Bell - The New Class to transforming iconic shows like Nashville and LA Inc., Gil shares his incredible journey through the entertainment industry, navigating changes, challenges, and shifting formats along the way.
Discover how Gil turned his street smarts into a thriving career, his insights on the evolution of Hollywood, and some hilarious stories from the front lines—including how he pulled off a full-scale game show during the pandemic! Whether you're an aspiring producer or just a film buff, Gil's story is truly inspiring.
Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a masterclass in hustle. Don't miss it!
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Dive in and unpack the shifting landscape of filmmaking, from tax incentives to the rise of short-form, mobile-friendly content like mobisodes and what the future holds for indie filmmakers in a rapidly evolving industry. Plus, the importance of smart content strategies, and how creators can adapt and thrive in a world where attention spans are shrinking. A must-listen for anyone passionate about the business of showbiz and the future of entertainment!
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How to cast a name STAR in your $10,000 Movie! AND special guest Eric Swanson talks about the heartbreak of getting his script idea stolen and turned into a hit movie.
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Grammy-winning artist, actor, and producer Scott Hoying—best known as a founding member of the world renowned group Pentatonix—joins The Film Hustler Podcast alongside Scott's husband and creative partner Mark Hoying.
Together, they talk about their love of music, songwriting, and co-authoring their heartfelt children’s books, How Lucky Am I? and How Proud Am I?. Scott dives into his solo music, including social media darlings “Flaunt It” and “Pray,” and shares the story behind Pentatonix’s viral “White Winter Hymnal” video, featured in his Netflix film, Meet Me Next Christmas.
They also discuss Mark and Scott’s roles in founding Citizen Queen, the powerhouse girl group reimagining the modern vocal ensemble.
From viral harmonies and streaming hits to bestselling books and hands-on producing, Scott Hoying’s journey—alongside Mark—is one of creativity, connection, and taking chances. You won’t want to miss this one.
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🔗 The Untold Story of Scott Hoying, Pentatonix Star
🎬 Meet Me Next Christmas on Netflix
🎧 Rose with No Thorns
📍 Peerspace Studio Location
Adam Speigelman talks about his Journey - from Kimmel to Access Hollywood and beyond AND MUCH MORE!
San Diego Short Film Festival founder James Kirby talks about the impressive format of the festival and indies are back! The Huslers discuss the stand-out Indies of 2024
The Hustlers hit San Diego Short Film Festival with Beautiful Darkness and Much More!!!
Filmmaker Horace Priester talks about sacrificing everything to make his movies AND much more!
Kitt Hoover talks with the Hustlers about Access Hollywood, Road Rules, her new Pod Cast and being authentic
Brian Herzlinger "MY DATE WITH DREW' talks Directing and meeting Steven Spielberg - from the set of "MY GROWN UP CHRISTMAS WISH".
Liza Cornejo, Executive Assistant to Mario Lopez talks about life with Mario and Moving on to new business opportunities
Ann Roberts talks Unscripted TV & and her new series "Who's afraid of a Cheap Old House?"
Writer, Director, Producer Jason Strickland talks about Faith, Movies and his Baskin-Robbins Campaign, Ice Cream & Cake & Cake!!!!
Michael Jablow, editor of 61* - Airplane - Old School and more talks editing with the Hustlers
The Hustlers discuss why you should make a short film? AND How to approach investors when you're over budget and MUCH more!!!
Ann Roberts breaks down the STREAMERS, VOD, AVOD, Cable and Fast Channels and MUCH more!
Preparing for success after you've made a good film. What will agents and studios want to hear from you and MUCH more!
Erick Galindo talks about his hit PODCAST - The Ballad of Chalino Sanchez and much more!
Manager Bill Stankey talks Cheap Old Houses, his fearless management style and does he invest in The Hustlers short?
Cinematographer Ryan Galvan talks about his shooting style and the Ghost that messed with his camera and much more...
Russell Emanuel drops by and talks ExtremeMusic.com, playing Buckingham Palace and more...
Ben Odell from 3PAS Studios talks 2nd Season of ACAPULCO starring partner Eugenio Derbez and the state of Latino Content.
Gavin Navarro talks with the guys about introducing you to investors for your film project and what that entails.
Davie Dave, Tuddy and Roberts are going to throw their hat over the fence and make a movie. from concept to finished product. This should be interesting.
Tommy Harper - Talks about Top Gun : Maverick and how to not get discouraged as a filmmaker.
On this episode we get Back to One. Lets get re-inspired and talk about getting our projects back on track. Pitching, raising money etc.
Is your pitch short and sweet enough for an executive to pitch his or her boss? Can you get a name actor to be in your call movie? Tune in and Lets Get Into It!
They guys discuss using a lawyer to make investors feel more comfortable. Time to go to work.
Holiday in Santa Fe Director, Jody Margolin Hahn talks about making her big break happen and how she manifested her amazing directing career.
The guys get into making your film no matter what. It's easier to create content now than it's ever been. Made in Mexico is in it's third week in release!
We talk about innovations in distribution and just doing it. Don't wait! Create content. Made in Mexico in 800,000 Hotel Rooms.
Tuddy talks about the long journey to the release of Made in Mexico. 800,000 Hotel rooms.
Legendary music makers Ice-T and Afrika Islam join us on the show today to talk about their recent partnership with ExtremeMusic.com, how to evolve in music over time, and how Ice mixes acting with making music. Our hardest episode yet!
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This week, we replay our interview in Season 1 with Dan Tibbets. Tibbets discusses the importance of taking calculated risks that will pay off. Chemistry is everything and CCO, Skip Chaisson fills us in on his creative connection with Robert Rodriguez and what lead to the launch his own network and much more.
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On this week’s episode, Mark, Rod, and Dave discuss the challenges you will face when filming movies throughout your career. Especially in the beginning, and how knowing your finances, trusting your team, and believing in yourself can really go a long way. You do not want to miss it as Mark gives up and coming filmmakers some very helpful advice on how to grow in this fast pace, fun industry.
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From production assistant to executive producer, Tommy Harper knows what it takes to climb the ladder in the business. He talks about his career journey and what actions he took to get him to where he is now. With his career starting to pick up steam, he has already been an executive producer for a Star Trek film, Star Wars VII, and one other huge film!
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Former celebrity security guard, and current producer & actor, Steve Stanulis is our new guest. Stanulis explains his crazy story of how he became one of Leonardo DiCaprio security guards in the late 90s. Later, we hear what Steve’s strengths and weaknesses are in the business and how important it is to know your limits. SUBSCRIBE and write a REVIEW!
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We throw it back to one of our favorite interviews with Actor, Producer, and Emmy Award winning Host, Mario Lopez! Lopez discusses his journey to the top as it definitely was not all sunshine and rainbows. Later, Lopez dives into those who have influenced him and what he is working on now. Be sure to write a REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE!
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Founder and CEO of Buffalo 8 and BondIt Media Capital, Matthew Helderman has two companies that can do it all. Whether it is production, distribution, and even providing capital, if he sees opportunity he is on it. Helderman also discusses what genres they are looking for and what his company is looking to get into next. SUBSCRIBE and write a REVIEW!
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Founder of Film Mode Entertainment, Clay Epstein stops by to discuss the importance of film distribution and what it takes to have your film sold to the big boys like Netflix or Amazon. Ever wonder what genres will get your movie on the big screen? Well, Epstein breaks it down as Mark even has a movie that is in the works.
08:12 – Guest Interview with Clay Epstein
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On today's show we kick off the new year by trying to get inspired to create! To help with this, we brought on Antwone Fisher, writer of "Antwone Fisher" directed by Denzel Washington, ATL produced by Will Smith, and Rush Hour! Mark even tries to pitch a movie to Antwone. Plus how Mark got started pitching at Universal and tips for getting your movie bought!
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Mickey Gooch is the first investor we've had on the show! He went from the Wall Street world to Hollywood and became a very successful movie producer. He's also the reason Casa Mexico tequila and Feliz NaviDAD exists! On the show today, we get into how Mickey got his start in finance and how he transitioned from traditional capital investment to producing movies. If you've ever wondered how projects in entertainment get funded, then today is the show for you!
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If you've ever wanted to get into editing, then today's show is for you! We talk with the editor of Narcos: Mexico about the specifics of the job as well as how he got into the editing business and his move to LA.
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Lucan Miles is much more than a pastor, he's also a successful faith-based movie director and producer. On today's show we get into the business of faith-based cinema. Everything from best practices, to budgeting, to casting, and learning from past hits. If you have ideas for a faith-based movie, then today's episode is for you!
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WE'RE #1 IN PERU BABY! On today's show, comedian and voice actor Larry Omaha tells us the story of how he got started in comedy. Plus tips he has for any young comedians starting out and how his career led him to meet Gabriel Iglesias, voice a Mortal Kombat character, and even perform for Jordanian royalty. We also talk about Ashley Garcia making it to #2 on Netflix's comedy listings and if it's possible to make it as a "nice person" in Hollywood.
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Johnny Rodriguez is responsible for all things visual at 42 Entertainment. From custom graphics and mysterious websites, to the full-scale street murals that have suddenly appeared in places like London and Hollywood. His pieces often serve as standalone artworks in addition to the role they play as storytelling vehicles for 42's various projects. Johnny leads a diverse team of visual designers who are responsible for all online, print, event, media, mobile, environmental and collectible graphic design. Prior to 42, Johnny was part of the original team at Disney Online in 1995, designing kid-friendly Web sites as well as sites for Hollywood Records' rock and R&B artists. He left Disney for Pittard Sullivan, the award-winning LA design shop, where he led design efforts for Fox Family and the Military Channel. He later partnered with Alex Lieu at 3 Pin Media, joining 42 when the two firms merged in 2005. Outside of 42, Johnny is known as KMNDZ, a signature artist in LA's pop surrealist art scene. He took his name from the keystroke combination "command z"-because he thinks we could all use an "undo" button in life. His work has been shown at the Thinkspace and Merry Karnowsky galleries in Los Angeles, Fifty24SF and the Shooting Gallery in San Francisco, the Leonard Street Gallery in London, and England's Bristol City Museum.
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Winning an award for your film might be easier than you think. It's also very easy to monetize. On today’s show, everything you need to know about winning awards and making money off of it. Michelle Koshman is the Chief Creative Officer of AMB Publicity, Michelle Koshman is a publicist to the Emmy Awards, co-founder of the Hollywood Creative Academy and an Executive Producer of the Youth Oscars. She’s worked 20+ years in Entertainment and has expanded the regional Emmys, created new publicity platforms for Toronto International Film Festival, San Diego Comic-Con, and Hollywood’s longest running youth awards.
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Although you probably know her from her roles in “The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia” or “Feliz NaviDAD,” Paulina Chávez is much more than just a young actress. She’s a singer, songwriter, and creator. Today on the show, we talk about how she got into the business, what it was like being on set, seeing the Netflix building for the first time, how her relationship with her parents affected her acting career, seeing her billboards in Times Square, dealing with rejection in the film industry, and how COVID affected the acting environment.
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Behind every big celebrity, there’s a talented manager. Today, Mark and Dave talk with “broker to the stars” Mike Esterman about managing celebrities. The business of entertainment can be hard, and there can sometimes be too many moving parts for one person to handle. Enter Mike. What goes into managing the speaking arrangements of the Hollywood elite? How can one make money in a field like that? All that, plus Mike's former dancing career in this week’s episode.
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Tuddy’s movie “Made in Mexico” is finally being released! In celebration, we bring in Rich Alarcon, Joel High and Sami Posner to help us discuss the finer points of post-production and publishing a movie. Everything from color correction to music mixing, when to be hands-on and when to let the pros do what they do. If you’re producing a movie, today’s show will tell you what to consider and who to hire to put that final layer of polish on your film.
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Today, we get into all things music and scoring for films with Russ Emanuel, CEO of ExtremeMusic.com. On his return to the show, Russ talks about the unique challenges that come along with adding music to productions. From licensing to emotions to producing in quarantine to the ins and outs of the Extreme Music platform, the boys dive into music and how they’ve sourced music for their productions. They also talk about Mark’s classical piano knowledge and tequila! After the interview, the guys also talk “coming of age” movies, Tuddy’s new role, and Davey Dave's show: “Irate Masterminds.”
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Working in every aspect of entertainment while also having “the voice of god” can’t be easy. Or can it? Today on the show Pete Sepenuk talks about his past voiceover work with Mark, getting started in editing and filmmaking, and some of the strangest gigs he’s had in his career. Sometimes you never know which job will lead to a career. Pete takes us through working with Mattel, various infomercials, and his newly completed project with Propagate Content. Mark also talks about the difficulties of pitching over Zoom. Plus, the gang weighs in on Cobra Kai.
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Marco Santiago gives the guys an idea of what small victories look like during your time working up the entertainment ladder. It’s truly a journey, but when we all see big-time stars, it’s hard to not assume overnight fame and ease. The ever impossible question to answer is, “When do you know you’re successful?” can have a lot of different faces but there are clear milestones. Sundance, signing bit talent, project drop, and quick pick. Mark walks through similar signs of how he got his Netflix project, “Water & Power” done, but each rung of the journey showed him he was making progress.
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Paul Espinosa, board member of the Media Arts Center San Diego (producers for the San Diego Latino Film Festival,) joins the guys to let you know where film festivals currently stand in the world of filmmaking during this unknown climate. A documentary filmmaker in his own right, Paul has his anthropological love reflected in his documentary subjects, so he lives what he preaches and explains his experience climbing to the top. The guys have an honest conversation on the effective and unknown areas of festivals that any independent creator needs to know. Real time advice from another active professional.
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Distilling to the best, Mark, Tuddy and Davie Dave talk about the realistic expectations and process of how you get paid and what you get paid for filmmaking. The guys use the screening of Tuddy’s independent film, Made In Mexico as a real life example of production steps and money moves. Sometimes the ugly truth can set you up for a beautiful future, but at the end of the day Hollywood is a business and projects die if you can’t look forward. Experience Mark’s fortune telling and more for Tuddy with a payment of only $15000.
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Recorded live on the Universal Studios Lot, Jeff Stearns was a rough and tumble kid who reluctantly rolled his way into landing several major acting deals as a young adult (he was really famous in Norway). When tragedy hit, he turned a corner, obsessed with storytelling and the production process, Jeff found himself pumping out content gold. Where can you find it? What TWO questions does every investor ask before they will give you millions for your project? Be reluctantly ready with your pencil because “whether you’re good or bad at school, you can end up doing what you want in your life.”
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Filmmaker Lorena David seems to have done it all. From unconventionally raising money for indie film in her early career, she has directed and/or produced over a dozen movies and television shows and is currently one of the most sought after editors at the highest level of non-scripted TV. It hasn’t always been easy but it has been fun. Lorena shares her story of how she got her first directing job and what it takes to stay relevant in the ever changing entertainment world. She also tells the story of when Mark gave her a ride to buy singer Sheryl Crow’s Corvair. Tuddy is out again but Roberts tries to keep the show on track.
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Marketing and publicity giant Charlie “Chuck” Windisch-Graetz (C4) explains the history of how advertising got to the online machine it is now. From the hot history of watching his mother become the West Coast Editor of Vanity Fair to his time working for The New Yorker and Tina Brown, his past experiences help explain what you realistically need now for your social media strategy. Tuddy is out for the episode working with Mario Lopez on “Saved By The Bell,” and he’ll pay his penance later. Some great stories on Herb Alpert for any fans out there, we got you.
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From the Wizards of Waverly Place to Mr. Iglesias, Peter Murrieta has written and produced for many shows while never sacrificing his authenticity. Peter tells us the story of how he first got into writing and the professor that inspired him to pursue the craft. The family life that inspired him to pursue a comedy career and some stories from his career that could inspire you!
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Ann Lewis Roberts (EP and head of Roberts Media) is back by popular demand to breakdown what’s happening behind the headlines and curtain in the entertainment landscape. With 6 months of covid and no change in sight, production is in full evolution from the big Warners Brothers groups to small independent, but what does that look like? Ann explains to the guys what is going on with scripted and unscripted in covid, along with what’s best for your future. Should you go to a big production company with money and sell our ideas or should you be a beast like Tuddy and do it all yourself. The stakes are different, but the payout is massive.
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Today on the show, skateboarding legend and neighbor of Mark: Tony Alva! Mark and Rod ask about Tony’s childhood and his road to becoming an icon of the skating world. Tony gets into evergreen career tips, the world of Verticals, and staying true to your values. He also discusses how he built his brand, the struggles of addiction, and how skating can bring you physical and mental health!
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Mark and Rod talk with Eric Buccio, founder , President, and CEO of Casa Mexico Tequila. They go over Eric’s childhood and what gave him the inspiration to go off on his own and found a tequila company. The guys go over the intricacies of founding your own business and what it would take the average person to start their own tequila company. Plus some funny stories from their past and what it was like working with the Mexican government!
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Mark and Rod talk with Susan Bonds, Disney Imagineer, Founder of 42 Entertainment, and Pioneer in the field of Alternate Reality Games. She designed the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland and has created AR games for Disney and Bungie. She gives us an inside look at what it takes to combine artistic vision with rigorous engineering and design.
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Mark and Rod sit down with Johnnie Porche, the subject of the documentary “Love and Betrayal on The Force,” a documentary Mark produced and directed about Johnnie’s story of being betrayed by a loved one while working for the Riverside police force. The boys outline the trials and tribulations of trying to turn Johnnie’s story into a movie including interviews with Steven Spielberg and Mark Wahlberg. They also go into the specifics about what goes into selling a story to a production studio.
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Landing a Netflix show and becoming a tv actor is a position undeniably desired and Conor Husting who plays Tad on Ashley Garcia: Genius In Love, tells Mark and Tuddy about the backflips he literally has to do for his job. The guys go over character development, what it’s like on set, and the monotonous audition process. Conor is also of Latin heritage and the community support the guys relate over as experienced in America is important, it's a unique viewpoint to see aided by legendary stories of Jen Carlos. In fact, Connor and Jon are getting into music together to keep the creativity flowing, and Mark further explains is important for the future. This backflip episode is bitchin’ BACKFLIPS.
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On this week’s show, we debut a little rebranding as Matty Staudt joins Mark and Tuddy to explain podcasting. We signed to their network, now Matty is on to drop a little more knowledge on how this entire thing works, how do you make money and success in podcasting. Podcasts feel so much like indie film making, is it that rough and tumble? Matty also discusses his start and experiences in the radio industry from a no electricity house in West Virginia to being one of the biggest and first alt-rock dj’s in the country; jumping in the major markets of DC, New York, and San Francisco to name. He was in the room when Steve Jobs announces iTunes on the ipod and podcasting proper is invented. Matty talks about risks and career growth via one of his biggest moves leaving iHeartRadio to start his own podcast business, our network, Jam Street Media. #TwoThousandTuddy
2:00 - Melissa Joan Heart directs Feliz Navidad
2:44 - Matty Staudt on the mic
3:20 Adam Curry founder of MTV invented first podcasting
3:32 What is an RSS feed
4:27 Steve Jobs introduced iTunes
5:10 Matty Starting Stitcher
5:59 The Janet Jackson thing that changes radio forever was the slip at the Super Bowl
6:25 President of Howard Stern’s Company
8:03 Two Thousand Tuddy
8:27 Matty starts iHeart’s podcasting division
9:17 iHeart buys “How Stuff Works” Network
12:25 Matty falls into Alt-Rock DJ and breaks bands like Nirvana into the market
14:10 Matty moves to a big DC job that scared the crap out of him
14:35 Matty moves to NYC for first huge Radio DJ break
15:45 Mark risks it to become Producer of Mexico’s Next Top Model
20:01 How creatives brains work compared to everyone else
20:20 Tuddy on the importance of unwinding
25:05 Extrememusic.com
25:20 brass tax business of podcasting
26:31 Deep Dive with Vanessa Mdee podcast
27:48 IP and why podcasts are different than TV
29:11 Deep Cover The Real Donnie Brasco Podcast
30:52 “But Joe Rogan Does It” article
31:30 Tuddy has good news!
32:49 Love & Betrayal On The Force documentary
34:18 Point in career where risk is fundraising
39:07 Feliz Navidad will be out on
Feliz NaviDAD Movie 1st Movie allowed in Covid times
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From the set of our new Christmas Movie! Covid Protocol.
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Tuddy, Davie Dave and @iceroberts order Pink Dot during show get into Black #AF and talk making movies that have singing in them And Much More!!!
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Turn your crowd funding shortcoming into a win! Is your idea fueled by passion or adrenaline? And Much More on Let's get into it!
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Award winning editor Richard Alarcon stops by to uncover the mystery behind Tuddy's movie Made in Mexico and we discuss movie making rules in a post Covid -19 world.
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Filmmaker Mike Hermosa Zooms in to talk about his Tiger King spoof starring Andy Dick and explains how he bought camera equipment instead of a house to persue his dreams and Much more!!!
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Richard Montoya - co-founding member of the legendary comedy troupe Culture Clash Zooms in to chat about the documentary Carlos Almaraz Playing with Fire and his remarkable career on stage and screen.
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Ann Lewis Roberts (ALR) stops in to discuss the state of Non-Scripted TV and gives us some insight on what's selling and much more!!!!
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Fellow Podcaster Carolina Groppa Zooms in to discuss her Podcast- Life with Caca and how hard work and kindness can make your dreams come true and much more!!!!
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Peri Gilpin stops by and talks about her incredible journey from Texas to Hollywood and how being driven and prepared helped her land the role of her life on the legendary show FRASIER and much more!!!!
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Pete Sepenuk joins us for a very special Lets Get into it Podcast. Are Networks still taking pitches? How to use this downtime to develop new product and much more!!!!
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Simon Lythgoe Executive Producer of the Disney + hit show Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings talks Pop Idol, American Idol and how Ryan Seacrest taught America to text! And much more!!!
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Dan Guerrero gets into it about his critically acclaimed solo show ¡Gaytino! Made in America becoming a film and how he went from Broadway agent to Hollywood Producer and much more!!!
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The inspiring Jencarlos Canela talks about his role in The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia now on NETFLIX, his international music career, his new music, his devoted fans and much more!
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The guys get into self distributing your movie on Quiver, traditional foreign distribution, not being stopped by crew that holds you hostage and much more!
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Two Time Emmy Award winning Senior Producer of Extra and Entrepreneur Steve Weiser shares his very clever ride to the top of his industry and talks about how the Hotel Channel got its start and much more!!!!
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Writers Heather Dean and Rosie Borchert stop by Pink Taco and discuss how they went from writers assistants to staff writers on The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia premiering on NETFLIX 2/17 and much more!
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We sit down with writer, producer, director, and actor Gino Cafarelli and chat about his role in The Irishman! Following your dreams and how putting a performance on YouTube led to a leading role and much More!
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Joseph Middleton one of Hollywood most talented casting directors shares his journey from PA on Mississippi Burning to launching careers on "American Pie", "Bring it On" "The Bourne Identity" to EVP of Casting at Paramount Studios and Much More
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Tami Goveia, host of AfterBuzzTV.com's @dishindays and @soapnewsweekly stops in to chat hosting, How she started off as an Extra on Three Amigos and Tuddy, Davie Dave and Roberts talk about their favorite nominated films and much more!
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Amazingly talented Author Caroline Kepnes takes us on her journey as a writer and tells us about her hit show based on her best selling book "YOU" in season 2 streaming on NETFLIX now! and much more!!
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The business of Holiday Movies, ExtremeMusic.com Holiday Tracks and Ann Lewis Roberts stops in and gives us insight on her show Decorating Disney Holiday Magic and gives her thoughts on how to break into the non-scripted TV space and much more!!!
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Joey Medina Gets into it about his important LGBTQ project. His Journey from professional boxer to one of the most talented LatinX Comedians (Kings of Latin Comedy) and how he produced a 30 minute pilot for $4k! and much more!!!
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Voice over artist and filmmaker Pete Sepenuk talks about being the voice of OVATION network and juggling careers. we also discuss getting your film on Amazon Prime Video and life hacks on not falling asleep during the The Irishman & much more!!!
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Filmmaker Christian Sesma talks about going from micro budget films to million dollar movies! Tuddy pitches Christian a possible movie project and much more!
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Tune in to hear Tuddy eat chips through the entire episode, We recap the first season and get into monitizing IG and YouTube with Davie Dave
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Lilo Broncato stops in to discuss 2nd chances, his new outlook on life and running into De Niro after all this time. Director Victor Rios talks about his film Fury and much more!
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Special Guest Dan Tibbets, President of El Rey Network talks about taking risks that pay off and CCO Skip Chaisson fills us in on his creative connection with Robert Rodriguez and what lead to the launch his own network and much more!
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The multi-talented Actor, Producer, Emmy award winning Host Mario Lopez, gets into it about his journey to the top of a very competitive business and how it was not always easy.
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Special Guest Courtney Lopez discusses her time on Broadway and how she juggles motherhood and a career!
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How important are Cameras and Lenses? Tune in and find out from veteran lens expert/Director Dan Lopez. Recorded at Otto Nemenz Camera House. We also talk about the award winning short La Femme Ballon and more!
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Filmmaker Scarlet Moreno stops by and shares her experience making a 7k film for the Rebel Without a Crew Series on El Rey Network and talks about being mentored by the multi-talented Robert Rodriguez and more!
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On location from Pink Taco in Hollywood. We get into it with Robert Arrevalo (Desperado) and Jeovanny Rodriguez (Triple Frontier) on getting their big breaks and the struggle to keep working.
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Mark "ice" Roberts talks with Rod "Tuddy" Rinks and Davie Dave about Netflix Project, Christmas Movie and much more.
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We discuss the status of Tuddy's $10k movie and how to not get stopped in post production
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From production assistant to executive producer of Star Trek, Star Wars and TOP GUN Maverick!
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Rod 'Tuddy' Rinks and guest co-host Rick Najera are joined by film maker Steven Bernstein to talk film making and much more!
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Extreme Music Founder Russell Emanuel gets into it about high quality music libraries and their evolution and the entrepreneur spirit that put him on top.
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Author Caroline Kepnes gets into it about her books 'YOU', 'Hidden Bodies' and 'Providence'! Plus her series on Netflix based on 'YOU' and more!
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Ann Lewis Roberts talks about her journey from intern to senior producer of Entertainment Tonight, launching Access Hollywood and her new show Disney Fairytale Weddings
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Director Mike Addis Talks Making a Short with No Crew & Much More!
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Actor and Director Danny A Reveals Secrets To Making an Indie Film & More!
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Foreign Distributor Clay Epstein (Filmmode) gets into distributing your independent film and how to prepare for success. Clay also watches a scene form Tuddy’s Movie Made in Mexico!
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Entertainment Lawyer Walter Batt Talks Do's and Don'ts of Movie Making!
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Rod Rinks Breaks Down Finishing His $10,000 Indie Film, Mark digs deeper into how Rod was able to make it all happen. Also Davie Dave stops by to talk about his role in the film!
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Stunt Man Turned Director Ben Bray Stops By to tell his wild life story and break down his new movie 'El Chicano'!
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Special Guest Antwone Fisher Tells His Incredible Life Story About Breaking Into the Industry!
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Picking Music for your film and Award winning music supervisor Joel C High gets into it about licensing!
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We get into it with special guest Frankie Quiñones and get a surprise visit from Creeper and Juanita. We also discuss securing life rights for movies, television and books.
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Emilio Rivera talks about his journey and inspirational rise to fame as well as Sons of Anarchy, Mayans and his role in the new Movie El Chicano
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Mark Roberts and Rod "Tuddy" Rinks talk 10k movie gets a star and guest Eric Swanson tells a cautionary tale of getting his script robbed.
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Mark Roberts and Rod Rinks talk Taking chances, Saying yes & sit down with special guest Rick Najera!
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Getting paid as a newby, licensing music and clips, pitching a non interested party & more!
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Creative criticism, Collaborating with others and Business Plan vs Pitch Deck
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New kind of Latino viewer (Latino Gold), Getting a great casting director for your film. Update on Tuddy’s movie production & MORE!
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Mark Roberts and Rod Rinks discuss Taft Hartley’s, Closing an investor and raising money for a documentary!
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Mark Roberts and Rod Rinks talk getting a call back on your script and finding cheese where you thought there was none!
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