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Latest Episodes

My War of Art [FJ19]
June 21, 2016

Practical lessons on finding the time to pursue passion projects which might not yet pay the bills. Plus, a literal "road to Damascus" experience. We're told time and again that personal projects are a key strategy for creatives to both find personal...

A Father's Day Special
June 19, 2016

It's only fitting that as we head into the week that kicks off the Radio Film School season finales, we end the season where we began. With fathers. Today we have a Father's Day special. The first half of the show are selected reruns of stories from...

The Role of a Producer and How to Finance a Film
June 17, 2016

Today we have two professionals in the world of filmmaking to give expert information on 1) the role of "producer" and 2) how to finance a film. Last week we got a voicemail from a listener of the show wanting to know more information about how you go...

SPECIAL: Season Update and Series Trailer
June 14, 2016

This week we have a special episode and update that includes listener voicemail, a trailer for a new podcast and film series, and a provocative if not fun behind the scenes discussion about a past episode. These past few days I've been in Los...

Alfred Hitchcock: Anatomy of a Genius [FJ17]
June 07, 2016

There are few filmmakers in the history of the craft who are as revered for their work, and as associated with a particular style, as Sir Alfred Hitchcock. Hitchcock's work is so distinctive, his name has become an adjective to describe a...

Superheroes in Cinema Pt. 1: The Art of Adaptation [SE18]
May 31, 2016

Superhero movies are all the rage lately. Believe it or not, there is a lot filmmakers can learn from them. Today is Part 1 in a new Short Ends series. This week we hear from: Robert Meyer Burnett: A 25+ year veteran of Hollywood, Rob is a director,...

BONUS: Ron-On-1 with Dave Dugdale of LearningVideo.com
May 27, 2016

If you're serious about learning video, chances are you've come across one of the videos of Dave Dugdale of LearningVideo.com. Today we have a bonus episode of Radio Film School where I have an in-depth chat with Dave. When Dave Dugdale talks,...

Get 'er Done: A Mixed in America Documentary Update [FJ16]
May 24, 2016

Today's episode is a must-listen episode for anyone out there who has procrastinated or dragged their butt on getting a project done. An update on my documentary "Mixed in America". Five years ago I embarked on a personal project to create a...

Technology & Filmmaking: This Is Not Your Mother's NAB Wrap-up [FJ15]
May 17, 2016

Last month we had one of the most attended NAB Shows ever. But in true Radio Film School style, our "coverage" of it won't be what you expect. The National Association of Broadcasters (aka NAB) had its annual expo and convention last month. There were...

RFS Bonus: More Details About Whitestone's History Channel Shoot
May 13, 2016

An additional 15 minutes of my interview with Brandon McCormick of Whitestone Motion Pictures about their History Channel shoot.