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The Young Film Academy Podcast

Young Film Academy

The Young Film Academy Podcast is essential listening for young people looking to find their way into the creative industries. We chat with industry professionals who"ve worked on the biggest TV shows and movies, demystifying their job role, uncovering how they broke into the industry and learning what they did during their teenage years to set themselves up for success.

tv & film

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86:36

Steven Bernstein - MONSTER, White Chicks, SCARY MOVIE...

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2025/10/15

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Steven Bernstein, acclaimed cinematographer, director, and writer, whose work includes the Oscar-winning Monster, Like Water for Chocolate, White Chicks, Scary Movie, SWAT and more. Steven has built a career not only behind the camera but also as a teacher and author, helping filmmakers understand the deep connection between image and story. But WHAT exactly does cinematography bring to a story? How do visuals shape the emotional core of a story? How...

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73:34

Vince Knight - BLOOD AND HONEY Cinematographer on...

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2025/09/02

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with cinematographer Vince Knight, whose striking visuals have shaped everything from genre films to glossy TV and music videos. Vince’s recent work includes the viral horror phenomenon Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey and its twisted sequel Blood and Honey 2. But WHAT exactly does a CINEMATOGRAPHER do? How do they translate a director’s vision into powerful, visual storytelling? What are the secrets behind great lighting—and why does it matter so much? A...

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61:48

Nick de Semlyen — Editor of EMPIRE MAGAZINE: Inside...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/08/19

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Nick de Semlyen, editor of Empire Magazine—the UK's coolest and world’s biggest movie magazine—and author of Wild and Crazy Guys and The Last Action Heroes. Nick has spent years interviewing Hollywood legends, chronicling the rise and fall of blockbuster icons, and shaping how we talk about movies. From the glory days of ‘80s action heroes to the evolving world of film journalism, Nick brings deep insight and behind-the-scenes stories from both sides...

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76:46

Suzie Davies - SALTBURN, CONCLAVE Oscar/Bafta nom...

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2025/08/05

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with BAFTA & OSCAR-NOMINATED production designer Suzie Davies, whose incredible work includes Saltburn, Conclave, Mr. Turner, Peterloo, The Lost King, and The Zookeeper’s Wife. Suzie has collaborated with some of the BEST directors around, including Mike Leigh and Emerald Fennell. Suzie has built a reputation for her meticulous attention to historical detail and atmospheric storytelling through design. But WHAT EXACTLY does a PRODUCTION DESIGNER do? H...

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55:30

Project Paradiso 2025 SPECIAL – Inside G.L.A.D.I.S...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/07/22

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas sit down with writers Max, Miles and Emma to talk all things story, structure and scribbling under pressure — as they take us behind the scenes of writing the epic short film G.L.A.D.I.S for YFA’s prestigious Project Paradiso. Hear how the idea came to life, how three brains tackled one script, and what it's REALLY like writing for a film that shoots in Sicily whether you're ready or not! Plus — tips on how comedy is written and LOADS more! Project Paradiso...

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51:58

Project Paradiso 2025 SPECIAL – Meet the CAST of...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/07/16

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with actors Scottie, Anoushka and Mallika about their unforgettable adventure starring in an amazing short film shot in Sicily — part of YFA’s prestigious Project Paradiso. Hear what it’s REALLY like stepping into character on set! And how it feels to have a MASSIVE crew staring at you as you bring your character to life! And discover how the whole thing came together thanks to epic teamwork, crowdfunding, and comical shooting shenanigans. Project Paradis...

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67:08

Project Paradiso 2025 SPECIAL - CREW of G.L.A.D.I.S...

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2025/07/09

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with students Nils, Anna, Isobel and Eidan about their incredible experiences shooting an amazing short film in Sicily, as part of YFA's prestigious Project Paradiso. Find out what it's REALLY like on set! And how YOU can get selected! And what goes into MAKING IT HAPPEN through the power of crowdfunding and bake sales! Project Paradiso is a prestige project from Young Film Academy (YFA), offering a select group of YFA’s most promising students aged 16-20...

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78:20

Alex Gray - STORYBOARD Artist - DESIGNING SHOTS for...

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2025/06/10

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Alex Gray, a storyboard artist and director who has worked with brilliant directors such as Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad) and Rose Glass on Love, Lies, Bleeding. HOW GOOD AT DRAWING do you REALLY need to be? And how can you turn YOUR PASSIONS into a FILM INDUSTRY SIDE HUSTLE? How much FREEDOM does a STORYBOARD artist have? Are they the ones WHO REALLY COME UP WITH THE SHOTS!?? Stay tuned for Alex's upcoming film as a director on his social medi...

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56:09

Danusia Samal - Being ECO on set - How YOU can be...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/05/27

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Danusia Samal, a London-born actress, writer and jazz singer who has appeared in The Great, Ghost in the Shell, as well as writing for Gangs of London and Netflix's Bodies. Danusia is one of the founding members of GREEN RIDER, an actor-led movement, using contractual and cultural influence to create a fairer and greener TV & film industry. NOW it's time for YOU to find out how you can MAKE YOUR FILM SHOOTS ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY. Find ou...

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69:21

Nora Twomey - Directing OSCAR Nominated ANIMATED...

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2025/05/14

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with OSCAR-NOMINATED Irish director and producer of ANIMATED films, Nora Twomey. Nora has directed 'The Breadwinner', 'My Father's Dragon' and more. She is one of the co-founders of CARTOON SALOON, alongside Tomm Moore and Paul Young. Cartoon Saloon is a legendary animation studio based in Kilkenny City, Ireland. Nora has worked as an animator, director, screenwriter, producer and voice actress. But WHAT EXACTLY goes into making ANIMATION? Wha...

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72:13

James Everett - Epic Historical TV and Movies / War &...

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2025/04/29

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Film & TV Art Department. James has worked on Bridgerton, The Winter King, The Gallows Pole, The Power, The Souvenir Pt. 2, Fast and Furious 9. James has worked as a Supporting Artist on productions such as Vanity Fair, World on Fire, Vikings: Blood and Conquest, Father Brown, and The Personal History of David Copperfield. Find out what is truly important when bringing historical films to life, and how YOU can make your own WW2 or historica...

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62:58

Lish Steiling - Emmy WINNER - TV and... FOOD!!!! The...

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2025/04/01

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Lish Steiling, an Emmy and James Beard winning culinary producer. She is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and for over 25 years has worked in the culinary arts and food service industries. For over seven years she was the VP of Culinary Operations and Productions for the celebrity chef, Giada De Laurentiis. Do you LOVE food? What are the REAL SECRETS behind food shows on TV? Is baking a cake REALLY that different from MAKING A FI...

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70:20

Chiara Fulgoni - Lighting BEAUTIFUL shots - FILM...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/03/19

Dan Allen chats with Chiara Fulgoni, lecturer at MET Film School, cinematographer and crew member on various projects. Notably contributing as Cinematographer and Composer for BIFA Qualifying Sunrise Film Festival winning short film "Pops" with Director Molly Vandermeer and extensive work with Director and Screenwriter Bruna Pias. Work includes the shorts “Braids" and “Perfidia", webseries "The Stairs". So HOW do you manage a FREELANCE career? Is it the right path for you? What ma...

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82:59

Tom Jackson & Jeśka Pike - ACTION Stunt Performers -...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/03/05

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with stunt performers Tom Jackson and Jeśka Pike about what it's like to be DRAGGED BY CARS, be SET ON FIRE, stunt drive MOTORBIKES and become a JEDI in a GALAXY FAR FAR AWAY! How Safe is stunt performing REALLY!?! How do you train and become a stuntman or woman?!?! Can anyone do it? Or is it for adrenaline junkies? Or does it require more? Tune in for this ACTION-PACKED episode. Tom Jackson has worked as a stunt performer and fight arranger for 10...

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74:02

Shaune Harrison - SFX CREATURES! Harry Potter, Star...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Host Dan Allen and guest host Ryan Duke chat with legendary SFX Prosthetics and Animatronics creator Shaune Harrison, who has worked on every cool film you can possibly imagine. From Voldermort and Goblins in HARRY POTTER, to creatures in STAR WARS, horror Winnie the Pooh, MARVEL's Captain America, Avengers Age of Ultra and a badgillion other iconic and cult, classic movies from Nightbreed to Fifth Element and Hellraiser. Find out what it takes to bring such iconic creatures and characters to...

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57:05

Media Tracks - Make YOUR MOVIES sound EPIC - With...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/02/05

Hosts Dan Allen and James Walker chat with Maria and Alex from Media Tracks, an independent production music service providing high-quality, authentic and innovative music for TV, film, advertising, podcasts and more. Find out WHY you should NEVER download music from YOUTUBE! And how to make your film SOUNDTRACKS standout from the crowd! And why AI MUSIC IS A BAD IDEA... plus hear an AI generated song about Dan's dad...

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62:01

Anna Smith - Being a FILM CRITIC! Writing and Talking...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/01/22

Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Anna Smith, one of the UK's top film critics and broadcast journalists. She is the former President of the UK Critics’ Circle, the host of the Girls On Film podcast and a regular film critic for BBC News, Sky News, BBC Radio, Deadline Hollywood, Time Out, Metro, The Guardian, Sight & Sound, Empire and more. She has spent over a decade interviewing major actors and directors on stage, on screen and in print. A former magazine editor, Anna decided ...

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68:40

Olly Williams Art Directing GLADIATOR, Loki, Bohemian...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2025/01/08

This week, hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas, chat with Olly Williams, who has worked on some of the biggest films and TV shows, from Ridley, Scott's Gladiator 2, Marvel's Loki, Apple TV's Silo and many more! But what does an Art Director do exactly? How do they bring past lands or imaginary places to life?!? Find out more on this episode!

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74:30

2024 CHRISTMAS QUIZ! How well do YOU remember 2024 +...

The Young Film Academy Podcast ·

2024/12/18

PLAY ALONG! Join guests and YFA friends – Duke, Kit-Room-Keith and Actor Annabel along with QUIZMASTER / director, writer & editor Dan Allen for this end of year special episode! We have an EPIC 2024 as well as Christmas movie quiz that goes right down to the wire... But can you beat the quizzers?!?! How well do you know this year's top films...? And how good is your Christmas knowledge..?

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76:28

Myron Kerstein - WICKED the movie! EDITING Hollywood...

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2024/12/04

Hosts Dan Allen and James Walker chat with legendary editor Myron Kerstein about his niche working (mostly) as an editor of musicals, from the new WICKED for Jon Chu, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. He has also worked With Lyn Manuel Miranda on his cinematic debut 'Tick Tick, Boom!' as well as editing the movie adaptation of his Broadway show 'In The Heights' which proceeded 'Hamilton'! but just HOW do you edit a musical? How are they filmed on set and how does this affect the ...

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