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Focal Point

Conversations with artists across all industries, taking a deep dive into the nuances, techniques, and philosophies of society"s talent.

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57:33

Why is SOUND Overlooked? #37 w/ Sound Artist Rachel...

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2025/04/26

After starting off contributing to the role of art department on Rachel ended up switching to the much needed and in demand role of sound operators on set. Often understaffed for the problems the surface in the day Rachel recalls her experiences and tips for solving problems on the spot.

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59:28

Returning to ACTING with NO REGRETS #36 w/ ACTRESS...

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2025/04/23

After putting her dreams on pause to become a mother and raise a family, Heather has returned to her childhood dreams of becoming an actor. She shares how her life experience has influenced her craft and emotional capacity and her view on the indie filmmaking scene.

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67:20

Friends OVER Funds #35 w/ Cinematographer Matthew...

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2025/04/19

No matter what role you are in the camera department, you’re always in a time crunch. Matthew speaks to his experience balancing schedules and creativity, what in the shot deserves high priority and the contrast of working with friends on passion projects versus stressful larger productions.

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70:58

The Suburban Hooligan #34 w/ COMEDIAN Alan Peterson

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2025/04/16

The Comedy business is a very competitive one, Alan tells us not just about the craft of performing on stage but about the struggles of the entrepreneur behind the microphone. His personal story of balancing life between the ghetto and the suburbs being the foundation for his recent appearance on Four by Three Comedy.

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61:16

MOTH-MAN #33 w/ Cinematographer Joe Palmer

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2025/04/12

Joe Palmer having been gaffing for several DP’s, has recently been taking up the role himself. He shares his experiences and thoughts of his introduction to the film scene, dealing with the small budgets of the indie world and talks about how to stretch what you have for the shot.

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67:59

The Moment I LEARNED to DIRECT #32 w/ Writer &...

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2025/04/09

Joseph Cox has been directing his own screenplays for over ten years. Gives a look behind the scenes of his sets, what makes an idea worth pursuing and why he decided to stay in Cincinnati and not move to LA, or NY.

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58:54

GRINDING in an INDUSTRY’S BUBLE #31 w/ ACTOR Greg...

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2025/04/05

After only getting started 2 years ago, Greg’s hard work and range has landed him a wide array of supporting roles on many productions being represented by agencies across the US. Along with his personal craft he shares stories from various productions, thoughts on the film industry’s direction and business advice.

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65:50

FLY on the WALL #30 w/ SOUND ARTIST Kerry Stephens

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2025/04/02

Sound is an overlooked art form, one which Kerry is intimately familiar with, ranging from Boom operator, mixing, and to the jack of all sound trades role of “Utility.” She explains the untold logistics and struggles of the sound department on set, regaling both positive and negative experiences, from lessons learned from close friends and collaborators to questionable productions with A-list talent.

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60:31

A NEW LIFE as an ACTOR #29 w/ ACTOR David Ogrodowski

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2025/03/29

Sometimes it's a small world, David is an actor with 15 years of experience that I ran into on a set years ago in passing only to meet on the podcast by the recommendation of a mutual acquaintance. Many great tips and stories in this episode, from working with young vs older filmmakers, indie vs sag expectations, and getting into the headspace of playing villains.

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57:04

WRITING for YOURSELF #28 w/ Writer & Actor Jared Pettit

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2025/03/22

Jared Shares the dynamic of going from comedy to drama as both a writer and actor and a bit about the duality of the two passion’s. More about red flags and what not to do during an audition and on set.

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60:43

Navigating SOCIAL DYNAMICS on set #27 w/ ACTRESS Kira...

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2025/03/19

Having done nearly 200 roles and appearances for both Indie and commercial productions Kira has met every person in the book and her personal philosphy on interpersonal dynamics. Having stepped lately into the water of directing, she tells us why she won’t act and direct at the same time in a project again.

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58:51

MINDSET of EMOTIONAL ROLES #26 w/ Actress Brandi Botkin

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2025/03/15

Meet Brandi Botkin, known for being able to play difficult and emotional roles elevating characters off the page and on to the screen. Tapping into personal vulnerability and getting character's head spaces she reveals how she does it, recalling key moments of playing a cancer patient, and several victims of abuse. Brandi gives a look behind the scenes of her style of collaboration, techniques and career aspirations.

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59:11

My PERSPECTIVE changed in RUSSIA #25 w/ Actor Vince...

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2025/03/13

Vince recalls the meaningful impact of a trip to russia for a role that shape his perspective and his abilites to preform. Balancing family life with work is task that he sheds some light on as well on silencing your mind to help focus on living as your character.

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61:29

SCREENWRITER turns DIRECTOR #24 w/ Brandon Rhiness

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2025/03/08

Writing over 100 screenplays for both clients and himself, Brandon has journeyed into producing his own works, primarily horror. Starting off as a comic artist he’s found a path working full time as a creative.

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73:31

PROBLEMS with DUNE TWO’S Music? #23 w/ COMPOSER...

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2025/03/05

After 30 years of writing music and collaborating with bands, Christopher Smith has turned to composing for cinema and soundscapes, trading the noisy life of performance for the peaceful life of artistic solitude. His unqiue take on Dune 2’s soundtrack may be large, but certainly not overshadowed his passion and experience.

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64:27

Opening for LOSERVILLE #22 MUSICIAN Oscar Burgos Jr.

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2025/03/01

Passion comes in many forms and Oscar has many of them. After growing up in Mexico learning from his father in show business Oscar has been in TV, hosted ratio and is now pursuing his music career in the heart of Hollywood itself. Find out how he’s doing it!

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64:12

ABSURDISM in Music Videos #21 CINEMATOGRAPHER Luke...

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2025/02/26

A fun chat with and old friend, Luke holliday is a Director of Photography shooting music videos for artists between Nashville and New York City. Working with names like Ben Rector and Post Malone, Luke explains his personal style, techniques and the importance of communication skills and setting boundaries with clients.

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66:24

RUNNING your own FILM FESTIVAL #20 FILMMAKER Johnny...

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2025/02/22

Running your own film festival is hard. Meet Johnny Catalano the host of the Catalano Film Festival heading into it's third year in 2025. On top of his own projects and collaborations Johnny has further ambitions for building his community.

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60:18

JACK of ALL TRADES #19 MUSICIAN & COMPOSER Ben Ko

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2025/02/19

Meet Ben Ko, songwriter, musician, composer and jack of all musical trades. Ben shares his thoughts on the artist's flow state, maintaining constant creativity and his new ambitions of composing for film!

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63:27

STUDIO vs INDIE film sets #18 DP & GAFFER Chance Madison

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2025/02/15

With 15 plus years of experience, Chance Madison has been on a lot of different sets in the camera and electrical department ranging from Captain America: The Winter Soldier to recent years breaking off and pursuing his own path joining projects as Director of Photography for the indie world. A rich conversation to be sure!

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