The Making Of

Mar 06 2025 71 ep. 49 mins
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"The Making Of" explores the creative pros behind the most innovative films & TV shows in recent history.

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Eddie AI's Co-Founder on Their Revolutionary Solution, Evolving Post Workflows, & More

Mar 06 2025 28 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Shamir Allibhai. Shamir is the co-founder of Eddie AI, a revolutionary new AI-powered software for filmmakers, editors, and content creators. In our chat, he shares about his early days, career working in production and post, and about the creation of his company, Eddie AI. He also deep dives on the solutions it provides — and other insights on the ind

Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Jimmy Chin on Storytelling, Creativity, & Adventure

Feb 26 2025 37 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Jimmy Chin. Jimmy is an inspirational mountain climber, award-winning photographer, and Oscar-winning filmmaker with projects including Meru, Free Solo, The Rescue, Return to Space, Wild Life, Nyad, and Endurance. He is also a longtime Canon Explorer of Light. In our conversation, we hear about his upbringing in Minnesota, path into photography, adventur

"The Brutalist" Producers on The Making Of An Oscar-Nominated American Masterpiece

Feb 13 2025 39 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Trevor Matthews and Nick Gordon, producers of the Golden Globe award-winning and Oscar-nominated film, The Brutalist. They share about their production company, Brookstreet Pictures, and the journey of this film from script to screen. Also, Trevor and Nick talk about their back stories, path into filmmaking, and approaches to producing films. In addition

Legendary Camera Operator Stephen Campanelli, SOC on A Life of Filmmaking, Working with Clint Eastwood, & More

Feb 03 2025 49 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Stephen Campanelli, SOC. Stephen is a legendary Camera Operator who has shot films including The Bridges of Madison County, Twister, The Patriot, The Thin Red Line, Space Cowboys, The Sum of All Fears, Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, World Trade Center, Flags of our Fathers, Letters from Iwo Jima, Gran Torino, Invictus, Wild, American Sniper, Sully, T

Jem Schofield on Video Production, Filmmaking Technology, & The Industry in 2025

Jan 27 2025 35 mins  
In this episode, we welcome back Jem Schofield. Jem is a producer, director, educator and host of his own YouTube show, The Daily Drop. In this 2025 kick-off chat, we deep dive on all things production, equipment, workflow trends, and other essentials in the world of filmmaking. Jem also offers real-world advice for folks just getting in the game — and those looking to level-up t

The Art of Scheduling & Budgeting Your Feature Film with Film Parliament's Blair Skinner

Jan 24 2025 29 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Blair Skinner. Blair is the founder of Film Parliament, and an expert in the art of scheduling & budgeting feature films. In our chat, she shares about her early days, path into filmmaking, working for top Line Producers, and the creation of her company. Blair also talks about the nuts and bolts of overseeing a film budget and sheds light on what her edu

MSNBC's Jason Martinez on Directing Primetime Shows, His Path to 30 Rock, Broadcast Workflows, & More

Jan 17 2025 64 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Jason Martinez. Jason is a longtime Broadcast Director at MSNBC, overseeing primetime shows and special coverage including the DNC and RNC Conventions, Presidential Debates, Election Night, and Congressional hearings. In our chat, he shares about his early days, path to becoming a director, and all the workflows involved in executing nightly news. In add

"Anora" Cinematographer Drew Daniels on Working with Director Sean Baker, Shooting on 35mm, & More

Jan 10 2025 42 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Drew Daniels. Drew is the cinematographer of the award-winning film Anora, directed by Sean Baker. He has also shot projects including Krisha, It Comes At Night, Waves, The Boy from Medellín, Red Rocket, “Euphoria,” “Outer Range,” “Swarm” and “The Idol”. In our chat, he shares about his early days, path into filmmaking, and experiences m

Cinematographer Andrew Dunn, BSC on The Making Of "Killer Heat," "The Crucible," "Gosford Park," & Other Insights on Filmmaking

Jan 06 2025 65 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Andrew Dunn, BSC. Andrew is a three-time BAFTA Award winning cinematographer who has shot films including L.A. Story, Threads, The Bodyguard, The Crucible, Gosford Park, The Count of Monte Cristo, Sweet Home Alabama, Hitch, Precious, Crazy, Stupid, Love., The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Butler, The United States vs. Billie Holiday, Downton Abbey: A

Gary Bettan on Production Workflows, The History of Broadfield, & 2025 Predictions

Dec 30 2024 46 mins  
In this episode, we welcome Gary Bettan. Gary is the president of Broadfield Distributing Inc. and a longtime thought leader in the film, video and broadcast industry. In our chat, he shares about his early days, the history of his company, and offers insights on the evolution of technologies for production and post workflows. We also hear Gary’s thoughts on the year that’s wra