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The DMF With Justin Younts

The DMF with Justin Younts is an acting and filmmaking podcast for actors, creatives, and filmmakers. Hosted by actor Justin Younts, this show explores acting technique, audition tips, industry insights, career development, casting perspectives, and the craft of film and theatre. Guests include actors, directors, casting directors, filmmakers, and industry professionals who share real-world advice actors can use to grow their careers. Whether you’re preparing for auditions, building your reel, or

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00:24:36

DMF Episode 330 — Jaze Bordeaux (Part 5): You Won’t...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2026/02/11

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode I continue my conversation with filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux as we explore the power of mindset, perspective, and personal growth — both in life and in the creative journey.During our discussion, I share a pivotal story from my own life that reshaped how I approach challenges. I talk about trying out for the basketball team and not making it — a moment that felt like failure at the time. That experience led me to join the track team, something

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00:32:35

DMF Episode 329 — Jaze Bordeaux (Part 4): The Future...

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2026/02/08

Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode we explore the evolving landscape of women in film — particularly in non-traditional and physically demanding roles — with filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux.In our conversation, Jaze shares his journey championing stories centered around women in combat sports and mixed martial arts — a concept that, when first pitched in 2016, was met with skepticism from distributors and industry decision-makers. At the time,

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00:31:35

DMF Episode 328 — Jaze Bordeaux (Part 3): Physical...

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2026/02/06

Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode I sit down with filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux to dive into an increasingly important conversation in modern cinema: film ownership in the digital age.If there’s a movie you truly love and know you’ll want to revisit, should you actually own it? With streaming platforms constantly shifting licensing agreements, the risk of losing access to your favorite films is more real than ever. Imagine waking up one day

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00:28:49

DMF Episode 327 — Jaze Bordeaux (Part 2): Why Film...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2026/02/01

Welcome to The DMF with Justin Younts (Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting). In this episode, host and actor Justin Younts sits down with filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux for an in-depth conversation about film budgets, production costs, and the realities of independent filmmaking.Have you ever wondered why some films — like Godzilla Minus One — can be made for a fraction of the cost of Hollywood blockbusters and still look incredible? In this episode, we break down why film budgets in Hollywood have

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00:29:40

DMF Episode 326 — Director and Filmmaker Jaze...

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2026/01/25

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and today I had the pleasure of speaking with award-winning filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux. In this engaging conversation, we dive deep into Jaze’s journey from growing up in the United States to ultimately finding his true home in Canada. He shares his experiences moving through different states, the cultural diversity he encountered along the way, and how those experiences shaped his perspective as a filmmaker.We also discuss the importance of understanding the

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00:37:34

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2026/01/23

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode I sit down with Alexandra Beller to dive deep into the role of movement in theater and performance.Alexandra breaks down how movement evolves organically through collaboration between actors, directors, and designers. She explains how the actor’s body, the director’s vision, and the text itself all interact to create a fully realized performance. Rather than treating movement as something added on, Alexandra emphasizes how it emerges

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00:37:40

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2026/01/18

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode, Alexandra Beller takes us deep into the role of movement in acting and how it naturally evolves through collaboration between actors, directors, and designers.Alexandra explains that movement isn’t something imposed on a performance—it emerges from the relationship between body language, text, and the energetic exchange between characters. She talks about recognizing when something feels “off” in a scene and how that friction can actually

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00:36:22

DMF Episode 323 — Choreographer and Director...

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2026/01/15

Welcome to the DMF. I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode, Alexandra Beller dives deep into the four categories of energy: weight, space, time, and flow—and how understanding these elements can radically transform an actor’s process.Alexandra explains that each category exists on a spectrum, and learning to work with them gives actors practical, embodied tools instead of vague direction. She addresses a common frustration performers face: when a director asks for something like “more aggressive”

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00:36:22

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2026/01/11

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I’m thrilled to introduce you to Alexandra Beller, an incredible artist, choreographer, and soon-to-be-published author. In this first part of our conversation, we dive deep into Alexandra's upbringing in Queens during the vibrant 80s, a time that profoundly influenced her artistic journey. She shares how the rich diversity of characters and experiences around her shaped her resilience and creativity. From sneaking into the Metropolitan Museum

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01:14:23

DMF Episode 321 — Producer Christine La Monte...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2026/01/01

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I'm thrilled to introduce Christine Lamont, a powerhouse in the film industry. Christine has spent years honing her craft, producing impactful documentaries like 'Ai Weiwei's Turandot' and 'Viva Verde.' In our conversation, we dive deep into her journey, from her childhood in Buffalo, New York, to her experiences working with legendary directors and navigating the complexities of the film world. Christine shares her passion

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00:28:45

DMF Episode 320 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part 3...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/30

I messed up on these episodes .I am putting out this episode without cuts. The AI, I used has been cutting things off. I apologize. Hopefully, someone else will learn from my mistake. Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and today we’re spotlighting the wisdom and creative spirit of Christine La Monte, who reminds us of the power of one simple word: yes. For Christine, saying yes has opened doors throughout her life and career — from directing plays to embracing unexpected film projects. One such

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00:21:29

DMF Episode 319 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part 2...

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2025/12/28

I messed up on these episodes .I am putting out this episode without cuts. The AI, I used has been cutting things off. I apologize. Hopefully, someone else will learn from my mistake. Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode, Christine La Monte shares an extraordinary creative journey that began in Rome in 2012. That pivotal moment marked her introduction to a gifted young filmmaker, Maxime Derevenko, who would later emerge as an influential voice in the worlds of opera and

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00:24:30

DMF Episode 318 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part 1...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/27

I messed up on these episodes .I am putting out this episode without cuts. The AI, I used has been cutting things off. I apologize. Hopefully, someone else will learn from my mistake. Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I’m thrilled to introduce Christine La Monte, who shares her inspiring journey through the film industry. Growing up in Buffalo, New York, Christine was surrounded by art, culture, and cinema, which sparked her lifelong passion for storytelling and filmmaking.From

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00:23:15

DMF Episode 317 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/25

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and today we’re spotlighting the wisdom and creative spirit of Christine La Monte, who reminds us of the power of one simple word: yes. For Christine, saying yes has opened doors throughout her life and career — from directing plays to embracing unexpected film projects. One such opportunity is tied to her husband’s book, Justice Deferred, which was once optioned by Warner Brothers and has now returned to her control. With screenwriter Laura Curran attached,

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00:17:10

DMF Episode 316 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/21

Welcome to the DMF! I’m Justin Younts, and in this episode, Christine La Monte shares an extraordinary creative journey that began in Rome in 2012. That pivotal moment marked her introduction to a gifted young filmmaker, Maxime Derevenko, who would later emerge as an influential voice in the worlds of opera and film.Christine reflects on how their collaboration grew through shared curiosity, mentorship, and artistic trust—eventually leading to a powerful opera project rooted in themes of social

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00:20:52

DMF Episode 315 — Producer Christine La Monte (Part...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/14

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I’m thrilled to introduce Christine La Monte, who shares her inspiring journey through the film industry. Growing up in Buffalo, New York, Christine was surrounded by art, culture, and cinema, which sparked her lifelong passion for storytelling and filmmaking.From her early memories of watching films in theaters to working with major studios like Universal and Disney, Christine’s career has been shaped by powerful mentors, unforgettable projects,

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01:04:48

DMF Episode 314 — Voice-over Actress Kris Keppeler...

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2025/12/11

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I had the pleasure of speaking with Kris Keppeler, an audiobook narrator, voice actress, and writer. Kris shared her fascinating journey from growing up in the snowy Midwest to exploring the arts and finding her passion in acting and voiceover work. She opened up about her experiences moving from Ohio to Michigan and then to Washington State, where she discovered a love for the arts that would shape her career. Kris's story is one of

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00:17:20

DMF Episode 313 — Voice-over Actress Kris Keppeler...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/08

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today we're diving into the world of YouTube monetization. Is there something you want to accomplish on YouTube that you haven’t done yet? Many creators feel that way — including Kris Keppeler, who joins me to share her own goals and experiences in content creation.Kris talks about expanding her platform through writing a book, growing her podcast, and creating new forms of engaging content. She’s driven not just by monetization, but by a deep

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00:13:27

DMF Episode 312 — Voice-over Actress Kris Keppeler...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/07

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I'm diving into the creative world of Kris Keppeler, the voice actress, narrator, and podcaster behind Does This Happen to You? Kris shares how her podcast was born from her love of comedy and storytelling. She first considered writing her own comedic material but quickly realized there were countless amazing stories already out there. That’s when she began reaching out to other writers and narrating their work—launching a podcast that has

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00:14:13

DMF Episode 311 — Voice-over Actress Kris Keppeler...

The DMF With Justin Younts ·

2025/12/04

Welcome to the DMF! I'm Justin Younts, and today I'm diving into my journey into voice acting with the incredible Kris Keppeler. It all started when I was searching for more acting opportunities in Seattle, and someone suggested I try voiceover. I never considered it before, but once I found a coach, I discovered how much I loved combining my singing and acting skills. Voice acting has become a joyful partnership for me, giving me the chance to express emotions and bring characters to life

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