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The Producer Podcast

Micah Versemann

Welcome to the behind-the-scenes world of film producing. Hidden under all the cool cameras, bright lights and big names is a whole world of logistics, leadership, money, legal and relationships that are what truly make a film happen. Join me, Micah, on my journey of being a film producer as I peel back the layers of film producing on my own journey to learn and produce amazing films.

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00:56:08

Film Development

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/04/17

Before a project ever sees the light of day it must first be developed from a fledging idea into what could become the next blockbuster. When does development end, where does pre-production begin and how do you know your idea is ready to move forward?Those are some of the topics we're going to touch on with, producer and co-author or the book Greenlight Yourself, Kirk Roos.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Kirk RoosPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.

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00:47:58

Last Looks

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/04/10

Everyone wants to look their best for the camera but that requires a rockstar HMU team. That's why today we're looking at the HMU department and how they helped the talent look their best on set and what a producer can do to keep the makeup trailer in a good vibe.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Micah Lynn HansonPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.

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00:35:51

Where's Crafty

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/03/27

Who doesn't love a good snack? Especially when you're working hard on a film set. That's why today I am sitting down to talk about one of the most vital roles on set, Crafty. What should producers know about the department to help them care for the crew the best they can? Let's dive in a find out.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Kayla BourenPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.

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00:40:05

California Film Commission

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/03/20

We're hitting the warm beaches, beautiful forests and backlots of the West Coast today as I'm joined by the California Film Commission to talk about the recent changes to their film incentive program, what else California has to offer besides the production infrastructure and much more.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Colleen Bell, California Film Commission DirectorGet your copy of The Producer's Life

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00:56:37

Producing Docs

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Location Manager to Producer. That's the filmmaking journey Josh Pittman went on that has led to producing multiple documentaries shot around the world. Find out what he's learned along the way, how locations prepared him for producing and much more on today's episode.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Josh PittmanGet your copy of The Producer's Life.

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01:01:30

M7G Debrief

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Debriefing about completed film projects is a must in my opinion. That's why on the Season 11 premiere of The Producer Podcast I'm sitting down with the producing team of My 7 Grandmas for our first debrief episode of the show. Find out what the producers hoped to do going into the film and lessons they learned along the way as the producing journey continues. Host: Micah VersemannGuests: Scott & Diane Peterson, Ben GeiserFilm TrailerGet your copy of The Producer's Life Book

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00:17:35

Highlights: Advice to Beginning Producers Vol. 4

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/02/06

Every year many more people begin their journey in the film industry. And every year the industry in ways no one could have predicted. So today I'm joined by my season 10 guests of the show as we talk about what advice they would give to producers just getting started in the industry.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannRead more great producer advice in The Producer's Life: A Guide to Practical Film Producing.⁠⁠⁠⁠Save 20% on

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00:08:05

Highlights: Industry Stress

The Producer Podcast ·

2026/01/02

Stress is present in every area of our lives, but the film industry has definitely proven to bring with it more stress than other industries or areas of life. So today I'm sitting down with guests from season 10 of the show to talk about how they deal with stress while producing projects. Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannRead more great producer advice in The Producer's Life: A Guide to Practical Film Producing.⁠⁠⁠⁠Save

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01:01:59

Listener Submitted

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/11/28

You asked and we listened! What better way to celebrate the milestone 100th episode of The Producer Podcast than by bringing together an amazing roundtable of producers to answer listener submitted questions. Was your questions answered on the show? You'll have to listen to find out in our Season 10 finale.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuests: Josh Walsh, Nathan Tauch & Daryl Lefever ⁠⁠⁠⁠Save 20% on your copy of The

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00:58:09

A Producing Couple

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Everyone has struggles with a work/life balance. But how does that work when not only both spouses work in the film industry but specifically in the producer realm. That's what I'm talking to Richie & Bethany Johns about today as we talk producing as a husband and wife team in the context of their upcoming feature film Still Hope and the streaming series The Promised Land.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuests:

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00:42:30

Teaching the Next Generation

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Teaching future generations is important for every aspect of life. It's one of the reasons I started this podcast. That's why on today's episode of The Producer Podcast I'm sitting down with producer Carolina Groppa. Carolina is host of the Angle on Producers podcast and she's also begun hosting film budgeting workshops. What has her producer journey taught her and how do you pass that knowledge on to the next generation of filmmakers? That's on the docket for today's

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00:43:30

Marketing & Film Festivals

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Marketing is a must for every film, especially if you doing it independently. That's why I'm sitting down with Doug Weiss today to dive back into the world of marketing including how film festivals tie in marketing yourself in the industry as well as your film projects on today's can't miss episode.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuest: Doug WeissFaith Film Fests - Christian Film Festivals and Distribution⁠⁠⁠Save

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00:49:01

Tennessee Entertainment Commission

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Pull out your cowboy boots and country music as The Producer Podcast heads to Tennessee on today's episode of the show. I'm sitting down with Bob Raines from the TN Entertainment Commission to talk all things film & TN, including what the future holds for this growing creative hub as more projects like 9-1-1 Nashville: are being produced in the state.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuest: Bob Raines, TN Entertainment

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00:42:35

VFX IATSE

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/10/24

The VFX side of the industry has grown exponentially in demand since its inception, but especially since the start of the streaming wars. Yet VFX artists have been some of the few industry workers that haven't had a union to help them along the way. That seems to be changing though as today I'm exploring the movement to unionize the VFX artists and what that means for the future of the industry, with VFX artists and union organizers Maggie Kraisamutr and Em Patch Tell us your thoughts about

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00:36:36

Investigating Vindication: Season 4

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/10/17

The investigation isn't over yet for Detective Travis and neither is it for me as I return to the interrogation room to talk with Director/Producer Jarod O'Flahtery about the hit crime drama's fourth season, how it was like a soft reboot for the show, what the future holds for Vindication and much more. Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuest: Jarod O'Flaherty⁠⁠Save 20% on your copy of The Producer's Life

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00:53:32

The Line Producer

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/10/10

Season 10 of The Producer Podcast returns as I'm joined by Justin Tolley to discuss his journey in film and the ever important role of the Line Producer in film. Because, whether you have the title or not, every production has to have someone working in the Line Producer capacity.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Justin TolleyTell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠Save 20% on your copy of The Producer's Life today!⁠

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00:07:04

The Producer's Life Book Intro

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/08/29

In 2024 we released our book based on The Producer Podcast, called The Producer's Life: A Practical Guide to Film Producing.Today, show host, Micah Versemann is going to give a taste of the book by reading the introduction. Find out more about his journey, the journey of making the book and the heart behind authoring the book.Get your copy today through our author link or wherever you get your books: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=FNkBtBJnQ7A2fUXyELuT7bl16h0fGfrPnVHjGmG6mcQ

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00:25:07

Highlights: Producing with A.I.

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/07/25

A.I. is taking the world by storm leaving people in many industries wondering what is going to happen, including the film industry. So today I'm talking with guests from the first half of season 10 about their thoughts and experiences with A.I. and how they see things playing out in the film industry. Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannRead more great producer advice in The Producer's Life: A Guide to Practical Film Producing.⁠⁠⁠Save

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00:23:41

Highlights: Beginning Producer Advice Vol. 3

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/06/27

The advice continues on today's Highlights edition of The Producer Podcast as I'm talking with producers from both seasons 8 & 9 of the show about what advice they would pass on to the next generation of producers.Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannRead more great producer advice in The Producer's Life: A Guide to Practical Film Producing.⁠⁠Save 20% on your copy of The Producer's Life today!⁠

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00:56:32

The Production Office

The Producer Podcast ·

2025/04/25

The mid-season finale of The Producer Podcast is here as I turn my attention to what could be called the producer's war room. "The Production Office" Joining me to talk about what the production office does and how that benefits the producer is Jordan Hunt who has worked in the production office on projects like The Forge, Birthright Outlaw, and The Promised Land series. Tell us your thoughts about today's episode: micah.theproducerpodcast@gmail.comHost: Micah VersemannGuest: Jordan Hunt⁠Save 20% on

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