Radio Film School: Stories About Filmmaking, Creative Arts & Pursuing Your Passion
By Ron Dawson of Dare Dreamer FM hosts this radio documentary series about filmmaking, movies, TV and the creative arts. A Podcastica network podcast.
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Description
This is the radio documentary anthology series about filmmaking, cinema, and the creative arts. Every week we bring you personal, passionate, and sometimes provocative stories from filmmakers and artists all over the globe; stories that will help you mature as an artist and find more fulfillment in your craft and career. NoFilmSchool called this "The filmmaking podcast we've all been waiting for." // Filmmaking is the ONE art form into which all other art forms are absorbed. Photography. Graphic design. Architecture. Music. Sound. Writing. As such, this is a show that will speak to the heart, head and soul of any creative artist.
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Explicit[FJ31] Love, Loss & Looking Ahead | What is it like working with your spouse? Why is it important to create art that is unique to you? What is the future of Radio Film School? Tune in to find out. "If we make what we know to be true for ourselves, that edge gives it an individuality... | 8/2/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[FJ10-REPLAY] What Makes a Good Story? | A blast from the past. One of my personal faves. Insightful. Inspiring. Potent. Definitely worth listening to again. And if it's your first time, enjoy. This week on the show we delve into one of the most important topics we’ll discuss all season.... | 6/20/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[FJ Replay] A Look Back Celebrating 15 Years of My Video Biz | This May marks the 15th anniversary of my video business and this summer marks the 25th anniversary of going to film school. Wow! This past weekend was Memorial Day so I had just enough time to put together a flashback to some past episode segments.... | 5/30/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[MAD05] Making a Documentary #5: Giving Credit | A popular reward level for crowdfunded films is a credit in the movie. Apparently, this is a bigger deal than I originally thought. Today we find out why. In this episode of our "Making a Documentary" mini-series of Radio Film School, friend of the... | 5/23/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[SE28] MCU v DCEU and Lessons for Creators | Today we explore why the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been able to out-pace the DC Extended Universe in box office and critical acclaim, and what lessons we creators can learn from it. Throughout history, there have been some pretty epic rivalries.... | 5/9/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[BTG08] Breaking the Glass: The Definitive Solution for Change in the Biz | How long will change take? Should we all just settle in and "wait for a new generation"? Rahm Emmanuel, former White House Chief of Staff, Mayor of Chicago and brother of Ari Emmanual of WME was once quoted in the New York Times saying, "We... | 5/4/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[SE27] Pepsi's Challenge: Brand Authenticity & Knowing Your Audience | The #1 question I've had about the ridiculous Pepsi ad from a month ago is "How?" How did so many smart people in a room get this so wrong? I think today's episode of Radio Film School has some potential answers. I wanted to talk to some professionals.. | 5/1/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[SE26] Technology & Filmmaking: Form Following Function | It's NAB this week, and we have a new technology and filmmaking episode you must hear before you spend a dime! Because the nature of this show involves taking bits and pieces of longer episodes, I have a veritable vault full of as yet unmined content... | 4/25/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[MAD Bonus] Kickstarter Video Feedback | In this bonus episode of our "Making a Documentary" miniseries, I read feedback on our Kickstarter video from Amina Moreau of the Emmy award-winning studio Stillmotion, as well as from Patrick Moreau of Muse Storytelling. Show regulars JD and Yolanda... | 4/20/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[MAD04] Making a Documentary - Getting Feedback | Feedback, in all of its forms, is essential for any artist to grow in his or her craft. This week we have part 4 of our “Making a Documentary” miniseries, wherein we document the making of my first low-budget feature-length documentary "Invisible... | 4/12/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[SE05-Replay] It's Personal: The Power & Importance of Personal Work | This was one of my favorite episodes from season 1. Interviews with... Dan Riordan and Dana Saint of Gnarly Bay Canadian filmmaker Bren Foster of "While I'm Here: The Legacy Project" Brandon McCormick of Whitestone Motion Pictures Original air date... | 3/28/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[MAD03] Creative & Ethical Choices in Doc Filmmaking | A veteran documentary filmmaker reaches out to lend us a helping hand in the making of our first feature documentary. This week we have part 3 of our “Making a Documentary” miniseries, wherein we document the making of my first low-budget... | 3/14/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[FJ30] Tell Deeper & More Meaningful Stories with Iceberg Storytelling | "For sale. Baby shoes. Never worn." These are the words from Ernest Hemingway's famous 6-word short story. And they're the impetus for today's guest-produced and highly anticipated episode. "We only give each other the top layers, the top; we dont... | 2/28/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[BTG07] Quotas, the Gender Gap, and the Case for Diversity | Is the EEOC's investigation into Hollywood's hiring practices of women valid? Are women really not treated equitably in Hollywood. According to Scott Baio, the answer is a resounding "No!" From teen heart-throb to conservative political activist,... | 2/16/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[FJ29] Filmmaking, Race Relations & Having Tough Conversations | Is a white director the best person to tell what is traditionally a black story? Is that a question that's even fair to ask? "I was terrified. I'll be totally honest with you. But that's why I knew I needed to make it. I just gotta be bold. 'Cuz why... | 2/14/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[MAD02] Brett Culp: Crowdfunding "Legend" | If you're about to start a crowdfunding campaign or are even thinking about one, this is a must-listen episode? This week we have part 2 of our “Making a Documentary” miniseries, wherein we document the making of my low-budget feature-length... | 2/7/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[SE04-replay] Do I Sound Black? | A blast back to the past with a replay with one of my favorite episodes from season 1. In honor of "Black History Month," I present to you again, "Do I Sound Black." Here was the original episode description... I have a confession to make. I’m... | 2/2/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[MAD01] Making a Documentary #1: The Reluctant Filmmaker | Have you ever been afraid to do something you knew was the right thing to do? Today is the inaugural episode of the “Making a Documentary” mini-series, wherein we document, well, the making of a documentary. Specifically, my first feature-length... | 1/24/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[FJ28] Lessons Learned in 2016 | In this our first episode of 2017, we look back at four of the most important lessons learned on the show last year. Plus, a look at a new mini-series on the making of my first feature-length documentary. Happy New Year boys and girls out there in... | 1/10/2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[Breaking the Glass] Star Wars Special | In keeping with our Star Wars theme this week, today we discuss their strong female characters and how well the series passes the Bechdel Test. The latest two entries into the Star Wars universe have had strong female leads at the center. Show... | 12/22/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanStar Wars Special "Lessons Learned" [RFS-Rerun] | Today we look at three specific lessons filmmakers can learn from the missteps of the prequels and the re-mastered original trilogy. [Rebroadcast] In honor of the release of "Rogue One", we're re-broadcasting the Star Wars special we first ran last... | 12/20/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanTruth in Media Pt.2 - Documentaries [SE25] | From Nanook to Nuptials, the Responsibility of the Doc Filmmaker | 12/13/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitTruth in Media Pt. 1 [SE24] | Today we have a provocative issue about the power of media to shape public opinion and perception. But how do we discern what's true? The ability to carry a high-definition video camera in your pocket has literally changed the face of... | 11/29/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanFilm Composer Nick Kirk & Lessons from the Tin-Man [SE Thanksgiving Special] | This Thanksgiving Day special brings back one of my favorite episodes from last year, plus an all-new interview with Whitestone Motions Pictures producer and film composer Nick Kirk. Last year during Thanksgiving, we had a special about the dark... | 11/23/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[Breaking the Glass] Ep. 6b - Stand on a Chair Pt. 2 | Last month I had a great conversation with 30+ year editing and producing veteran Chris Fenwick about what it takes to make it in this business. He used the analogy of "standing on a chair" to make a point. In the context of that conversation was... | 11/18/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanA Special Message to the Creative Arts Community | I've had a heavy heart as of late during this U.S. Presidential election. I wanted to take some time to share my plea to the leaders in the creative arts community. Last week we had a special post-election... | 11/15/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[Breaking the Glass...(or Not)] A Post-Election Bonus: Pursuing the Presidency | Radio Film School show regular and Breaking the Glass co-producer Yolanda T. Cochran has a special episode created for you today. It's a message of what it means to be a woman pursuing power and influence in today's culture. It's centered around... | 11/11/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitWestworld, Do the Right Thing & Managing Audience Reception | An excerpt from our new podcast about HBO's "Westworld" and a discussion about Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" set the stage for an insightful discussion about how an audience responds to your film. A few weeks ago JD, Yolanda and I apparently felt... | 11/1/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[RFS-Rerun] Lessons from the Twilight Zone | This week we have a re-run of our Twilight Zone specail from last Thanksgiving. Definitely worth a listen if you've never heard it before. Worth listening to again if you HAVE. You can read the original blog here. | 10/25/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[Breaking the Glass] Ep. 06 - Stand on a Chair Pt. 1 | On last week's season 2 premiere of Radio Film School, 30+ year editing and producing veteran Chris Fenwick provided some great perspective. But during my conversation with him, we talked about a number of things. One of them was his comment made... | 10/20/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanOf Flying Kites & Selling Air Conditioners [FJ26] | Today we have the season 2 premiere of Radio Film School and we look at four essential characteristics to have fulfilling longevity in any artistic endeavor. Season 1 of the show explored the theme of "finding your voice and developing a signature... | 10/12/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[Breaking the Glass] Ep. 05 - Boys Will Be Boys | Perhaps one of the reasons the gender inequality issue in the entertainment business is so pervasive is how we men interact with one another. Sexual harassment is no joking matter, and the topic has become a focus in the entertainment biz with the... | 9/29/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[RFS Rewind] A Look Ahead + A Brief History of Cinema | This week we have a teeny peek at what's ahead in season 2 of Radio Film School, then revisit one of my favorite episodes from season 1. As we count down to the official premiere of season 2 of Radio Film School on Tuesday, October 11, I want to take... | 9/27/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[Breaking the Glass] BONUS - Calling Bullsh*t | One of the goals that Yolanda and I have for this special series is finding concrete solutions to the whole gender inequality issue in the entertainment business. One solution that is often bandied about (and in fact was an impetus for this... | 9/20/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[Breaking the Glass] Ep. 04 - Hear My Voice | A lack of or poor communication is often at the heart of conflict. Today we explore how this has a profound effect on gender inequality in business. If you ever need a great movie or television scene to creatively illustrate a life lesson, you need... | 9/15/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[RFS:RAW] Adam Westbrook - Video Essayist Extraordinaire | Today I have my full, uncut interview with video essayist extraordinaire and multiple Vimeo Staff pick "winner," Adam Westbrook. The video essay has become one of the most popular forms of edutainment in recent years. Video series like Tony... | 9/13/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[BREAKING THE GLASS] Ep. 03: Climbing Waterfalls & Jumping Creeks | Today on our biweekly miniseries addressing gender inequality in the business, we discuss perhaps the most pervasive and insidious issue holding women back.Earlier in season 1 of the podcast, during our first "Women in Film" series, we had an episode... | 9/1/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanA Special Announcement About the Future of the Show [FJ25] | Today I bring you a special announcement about the history, and more importantly, the future of the show. September 1, 2016, marks the 1-year anniversary of Radio Film School's official premiere. It's been quite a year. Since launching, we've been #1... | 8/30/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitMaking a Difference with Your Art [FJ24] | Filmmaking is one of the most powerful mediums there is to affect change and make a difference in the world. This week we have a special episode wherein I share personal filmmaking experiences that have made a difference in people's lives. I... | 8/23/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[Breaking the Glass] Ep. 02: Are you really listening? | A key ingredient to solving the issue of gender inequality in this, or any industry, is for those in the positions of power to listen empathetically. But that's not always the case.Before any kind of real change can occur, the side of the "table" that.. | 8/18/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanFair Use in Documentary Filmmaking Pt. 2 [SE22] | We continue our discussion about fair use, particularly as it relates to documentaries. You will be surprised by what you learn in this episode. Show regular Yolanda Cochran (who also is a co-producer for the "Breaking the Glass" short film... | 8/16/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanFair Use in Filmmaking Pt. 1 [SE21] | If you thought you knew all there was to know about fair use and copyrights in filmmaking, you don't know jack! Part 1 of a series on copyrights, fair use, and filmmaking. Save yourself a potential lawsuit and listen. For the past ten years or so,... | 8/9/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[BREAKING THE GLASS] Ep. 01 - The Elephant in the Room | Today is the first official episode of the Radio Film School mini-series, and Ron addresses the elephant in the room. It's great that Ron wants this podcast series to make a difference in the industry; but is he really the best person for the job? He... | 8/5/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[BREAKING THE GLASS] Preview: "It all started when..." | A new Radio Film School podcast mini-series that takes the first season's "Women in Film" series to a "whole 'nuther level!" What began as a simple suggestion by show regular Yolanda T. Cochran, grew to become both a podcast and a short film... | 8/2/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanStar Trek Axanar & the History & Future of Fan Films [SE20] | Star Trek fan films have been around over four decades. They've come in all shapes, sizes, and varying levels of quality. In all that time, the copyright owners of Star Trek have remained quiet. So why has one fan film elicited a lawsuit that has the... | 7/26/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanPHILIP BLOOM: RAW. Uncut. Unfiltered. Unbelievable. | Today we introduce an official new segment on Radio Film School..."RAW": Radio Film School interviews uncut, unfiltered and unbelievable. Today we have my uncut interview with Philip Bloom. There's a reason I like to call this show the "This American... | 7/22/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitOne Man Bands [FJ23] | Filmmaking is a collaborative artform. Yet, tens of thousands of filmmakers all over the world shoot projects each week with no dedicated DP, no sound guy, and no assistants. It's just them, a camera, some lenses, lights, and mics. They are... | 7/19/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanFixing it in Post: A Mixed in America "Post" Mortem [FJ22] | In this week's episode of Radio Film School, we explore valuable filmmaking lessons learned the hard way. Have you ever had a vision for a film that you were so adamant about achieving, with an Ahab-like stubbornness you made creative decisions... | 7/12/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBirth of a Documentary: Shooting Sunshine Mini-series Finale Pt. 1 [FJ21] | After 5-1/2 years, Mixed in America: Little Mixed Sunshine if FINALLY finished. Here's part 1 of a 2-part finale of the mini-series where we've followed the film's progress. Throughout this first season of Radio Film School, we've followed the... | 7/5/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitSEASON FINALE: 4 Steps to Find Your Voice & Develop a Signature Style [FJ20] | For the past 10 months, we've explored a theme that is pertinent to all artists. Let's sum this season up and get the definitive answer to this crucial question. If you're any kind of artist, but especially if you're one trying to earn a living at... | 6/29/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanMy War of Art [FJ19] | 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... | 6/21/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitA Father's Day Special | 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... | 6/19/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanThe Role of a Producer and How to Finance a Film | 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.. | 6/17/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanSPECIAL: Season Update and Series Trailer | 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... | 6/14/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanAlfred Hitchcock: Anatomy of a Genius [FJ17] | 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... | 6/7/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanSuperheroes in Cinema Pt. 1: The Art of Adaptation [SE18] | 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,... | 5/31/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBONUS: Ron-On-1 with Dave Dugdale of LearningVideo.com | 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,... | 5/27/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitGet 'er Done: A Mixed in America Documentary Update [FJ16] | 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... | 5/24/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanTechnology & Filmmaking: This Is Not Your Mother's NAB Wrap-up [FJ15] | 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.. | 5/17/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS Bonus: More Details About Whitestone's History Channel Shoot | An additional 15 minutes of my interview with Brandon McCormick of Whitestone Motion Pictures about their History Channel shoot. | 5/13/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanWhiteston Motion Pictures Making "History" [FJ014] | The inspirational rise and fall (and rise again) story of how Whitestone Motion Pictures came from the brink of throwing in the towel, to shooting a project for The History Channel. If you've been listening to this podcast since the beginning, you... | 5/10/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanProof It's the Talent Not the Tools [SE17] | I originally thought about calling this Radio Film School episode "Brandon McCormick's Incredible Infinite Catalog of Creative Compositions". But Talent v. Tools was easier. Find out why and what you'll learn. What started out as a simple... | 5/6/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanScreening Room: Cineplex vs. Living Room [SE16] | Sean Parker first helped bring the music industry to its knees with his co-creation of Napster. Now he has his sights on the movie business. Sean is proposing a new device and service called "Screening Room". You pay $150 for the device, then $50 for... | 4/26/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanWhat makes for a great Science Fiction film? [SE15] | What exactly makes a science fiction film great? Numerous filmmakers and sci-fi cinephiles chime. Science fiction is one of the most popular film and book genres. It has the power to ignite the imaginations of storytellers and audiences from five to... | 4/19/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS Uncut: Rich "RB" Botto, Founder and CEO of Stage 32 | My full, uncut Radio Film School interview with Richard "RB" Botto, the CEO and founder of the creative arts social media juggernaut Stage 32. As you know, Radio Film School is a documentary series. It's kind of like This American Life or TED... | 4/15/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitBONUS: Star Wars - Science Fiction...or Fantasy? | With the release of the Rogue One teaser trailer last week, I had to do something special to commemorate it. So today we ponder the question: is Star Wars science fiction...or fantasy? Whether or not Star Wars is science fiction or... | 4/12/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitQuentin Tarantino Vol. 2 - The PROVOCATEUR [FJ13] | We conclude our look at rebel filmmaker Quentin Tarantino with a discussion of the provocative nature of Tarantino's work. There's probably no filmmaker alive today who elicits the kind of visceral emotion and discussion as Quentin Tarantino. Every... | 4/5/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanShort Ends: Think Like a Man [SE14] | A few weeks ago I posted my "best of..." series, and made a comment that sparked a great conversation with show regular Yolanda Cochran (former head of physical production at Alcon Entertainment). The comment was part of my "moral to the story"... | 3/29/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitQuentin Tarantino Vol. 1 - THE AUTEUR [FJ012] | With a directorial filmography that only has 8 feature films, Quentin Tarantino has made an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape and has solidified his spot in cinematic history. We explore why. Ever since his bold and brilliant 1992... | 3/24/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanA Brief History of Cinema | A Circa Podcast Collaboration [SE13] | This week we premiere our first podcast collaboration with the Circa Podcast as we look at a history of cinema. Last summer when interviewing David Shulman, executive director of the Seattle Film Institute, we got into a lively discussion about how... | 3/15/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitThe Best of RFS Stories Pt. 2 - GUEST Stories | Statistics show that most podcasts peter off in the first six weeks. We're now six MONTHS strong into ours, and it's only getting better (IMHO). Six months of a "Radiolab" and "This American Life" style show about the art and craft of cinema and... | 3/11/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanThe Best of RFS Stories - Part 1 | Today we’re excited to announce that Radio Film School is now part of the Podcastica network. Think of it as a sort of indie label of 8 (or rather, now, 9) podcasts. To acquaint our new family of Podcastica listeners with the show, and to... | 3/8/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBONUS: Artists, Awards & Acceptance - A Post Oscars Special | Leave it to Radio Film School to turn a funny anecdote about swing dancing into a valuable lesson for filmmakers and artists of all kinds. Why are we artists and creatives so obsessed with awards and competitions? There’s a perverse irony in... | 3/3/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitShort Ends: Actors, Agents & Managers, Oh My! - Pt. 2 | Today I continue my discussion with show regulars JD & Yolanda about the role that agents and managers play in Hollywood. In this installment, we get insight into the contractual obligations of agents and actors, why agents get 10%, and what... | 3/1/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit[BONUS] Oscar Special: Conversations on Controversies | One of the most divisive controversies in the Oscar race this season has been the fact that for the second consecutive year, no people of color were nominated in any of the acting categories. This topic has been thoroughly discussed in all sorts... | 2/26/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit"Filmmakers with Style" - The Coen Bros. [FJ11] | Today we begin a series looking at filmmakers whose work is so distinctive, you know the filmmaker within moments of watching one of their films; and the Coen Brothers have one of the most signature styles in contemporary filmmaking. Love 'em or... | 2/23/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitShort Ends: Actors, Agents & Managers, Oh My! | HBO's hit show "Entourage" told the wacky and comedic adventures of movie star Vincent Chase and his entourage of friends. A lot of the show dealt with his love/hate relationship with his agent Ari Gold (made hilariously iconic by Jeremy Piven),... | 2/16/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanFinding & Telling Good Stories [FJ10] | This week on the show we delve into one of the most important topics we'll discuss all season. It's at the core of what we do as filmmakers. Telling stories. Chris Huntley from The Write Bros. talks about the narrative story development theory... | 2/9/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitShort Ends: Tarantino, the "N-word" & PC Filmmaking [SE-10] | Quentin Tarantino has arguably created some of the most strong and iconic African American characters in cinema: Jules. Marsellus Wallace. Jackie Brown. Django. And most recently, Major Marquis Warren. Ironically, he also gets a lot of flack for his... | 2/2/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit"The Salieri Syndrome: Feeling Mediocre - A New Perspective" [RFS-FJ009] | For all you artists who've ever felt mediocre, this episode is for you. "Amadeus" is easily one of my favorite movies. I can watch it over and over. It tells the tragic and fictional tale of Italian composer Antonio Salieri and his "complicated"... | 1/26/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanThe Binge: Today's TV & Content Creation Landscape [RFS-SE09] | Technology has dramatically changed both how we create and consume content. Today YOU can be your own show runner. On today's episode of "Short Ends" I'm joined by frequent guest and my good friend JD Cochran; and this time we're joined by his wife,... | 1/19/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBridging "The Gap" [RFS-FJ008] | Every artist deals with it in their career—the difference between what they envision, and what they actually create. How to deal? There's a well-known video of "This American Life" host Ira Glass sharing his thoughts about what he calls "The... | 1/12/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBONUS: "Jeff Cannata - Uncut & Unsullied" | This week we have a special bonus episode while we get ramped up editing new regular episodes. And this bonus is a doozy. It's an interview with Jeff Cannata. Jeff is an actor, husband, artist, cinephile, comedian and co-host of one of my... | 1/5/2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Clean[SE08] Style & Story Lessons from Pixar & South Park | Since 2015 marks the 20th anniversary of Disney-Pixar's Toy Story, I thought it would be fun to do a special about animation. Actually, the truth is, one of my conversations with frequent show guest JD Cochran got off on a 45-minute tangent about... | 12/29/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitSE07 Short Ends: Star Wars Special Pt. 1 - "Less Is More" | Today is part 1 of a multi-part mini-series we're doing to coincide with the release of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Today we look at three specific lessons filmmakers can learn from the missteps of the prequels and the re-mastered... | 12/22/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitBONUS: The Making of the "Sky City Haya" Promo | As Star Wars Episode VII quickly approaches, we keep the sci-fi spirit alive with this bonus episode of my full interview with Sky City Haya director Adad Warda. Adad is the director, writer, creator and producer for the proposed sci-fi TV... | 12/15/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanWomen in Film Pt. 3: What Role do Women Play in Their Own Prosperity | This week we continue our Women in Film series with part 3: "What role do women play in their own hindrance or advancement in the business?" I honestly believe this is one of the most important episodes I ever have, or will, publish. I strongly feel... | 12/8/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS007 Mind Your Masters Pt. 2 - Invisible Influences | Today we continue our discussion - should filmmakers of today study the masters of yesterday? When we left off on this discussion, we heard from a wide range of filmmakers (and a photographer) that studying the masters was important. Today we hear... | 12/1/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS Bonus: 3 Lessons Filmmakers Can Learn from "The Twilight Zone" | "The Twilight Zone" and its creator Rod Serling provide three lessons all filmmakers should heed. As a tribute to my other yearly Thanksgiving Day tradition growing up, today we have a bonus episode devoted to one of the most influential television... | 11/26/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanThanksgiving "Wizard of Oz" Special: Lessons from the Dark Origin of the Tin Man | This week we have a Thanksgiving holiday special episode of Radio Film School that will give you a profound outlook on life and your art. Growing up as a kid, one of my favorite Thanksgiving Day pastimes was watching "The Wizard of Oz" on TV with my... | 11/24/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS006.5 [Bonus] - Who are the Women "Masters" of Filmmaking? | Today we have a bonus episode of Radio Film School dedicated solely to one of the topics we started last week—women in film. Specifically we discuss, "Who are the women masters of yesteryear?" The "women in film" segment we aired last week... | 11/17/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS006 - Mind Your Masters Pt. 1 & Women in Film | Do up-and-coming filmmakers of today really need to study the masters of yesterday? Also, we begin our "Women in Film" series. About five years ago I wrote a blog post posing the question, "Should young filmmakers of today study the masters?" It... | 11/10/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanShort Ends Special: Rocky Horror Picture Show | What is it about "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" that has made it the longest-running theatrical release in history? This year marks the 40th anniversary of the film's release, and as a post-Halloween special, I interview two people who can give... | 11/3/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitRFS005 - In Search of...Style (ft. Kevin Shahinian, Ryan Connolly & Brett Culp) | Today we start our journey to find that elusive creature known as one's signature style. What exactly does it mean for a filmmaker, or any artist for that matter, to have a signature style? How does he or she get one? How do they develop it?... | 10/27/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanShort Ends - "It's Personal: The Power & Purpose of Passion Projects" | If you've ever had a desire to start (or finish) that passion project, THIS is the episode for you. In all the years I've interviewed creatives from filmmaking to photography to music, a common theme I always hear is the necessity and desire to... | 10/20/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS004 - "Your First Time" | Our firsts always hold a special place in our hearts. Your first kiss. Your first time driving. The first time you got to stay up past your bedtime. Your first, you know... the first time seeing Star Wars. Firsts make a lasting imprint that we... | 10/13/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanBONUS - "A Tale of Two Ryans: The Art of Picking a DP" | Today we have a very special bonus episode of the show. A couple of weeks ago we had Ryan Connolly of Film Riot fame talking about the disasters he encountered making his short film “U.F. Oh Yeah.” Ryan's DP on that shoot was the talented... | 10/8/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitShort Ends: "Do I Sound Black" (How to improve your craft) | I have a confession to make. I'm black. Yes, I know. You probably had no idea, right? If all you've heard was my voice, I'm almost certain you didn't know. I just don't have that rugged, deep, recognizable "African American" signature to my... | 10/6/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS Bonus - "Spelling Father" Stories | In this special stand-alone bonus episode, I bring back the "Spelling Father" post-credits bonus segments from episodes 1 & 2. Whether or not you heard them originally, listen to them now because... The first story is funny The second one is... | 10/2/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS003 - S.O.S. Atlantis (or Tragedy Plus Time Equals Birth of a Filmmaker) | Today I tell the story of how 4 unlikely partners, 3 hip-hop artists, 2 epic failures and 1 ulcer lead to me becoming a filmmaker. What as the last funny anecdote you heard, or perhaps told. I bet you a million dollars it was tied to yours of someone... | 9/29/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS002.5 - Short Ends: "Plan E from Outer Space" (ft. Sam Mestman, Ryan Connolly & Phil Bloom) | A film set is kinda like a spaceship barreling through space. Something almost always goes wrong. This week we have one of my favorite episodes of the show so far. It's fun, funny, yet still packs a potent and poignant punch. We hear from We... | 9/21/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanRFS002: "Of Fathers & Filmmaking Pt. 2: Origin Stories" | This week on "Radio Film School" is perhaps the most personal story I've ever publicly shared. And we see why that it is key to your journey as a filmmaker. Every self-respecting comic book nerd knows that the most iconic superheroes have... | 9/14/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit001.5 - Short-Ends - "Shut-up & Direct" | Filmmaker Ryan Booth, creator of SerialBox.tv, bumps up against the famous Ron Dawson push-back, but offers some push-back of his own as they discuss the topic of directing actors. We also get introduced to someone who will be a... | 9/8/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Explicit001 - "Of Fathers & Filmmaking" - Part 1 | Cinemaverick: A Filmmaker's Journey | 9/1/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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CleanWhat the Hell Are You? | A Radio Film School: Short Ends Doc | 8/27/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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ExplicitExtended Season Preview | In a sea of great filmmaking podcasts about just about everything under the sun, do we really need another one? We believe so. "Radio Film School" is the first radio documentary series about filmmaking. Host Ron Dawson speaks with filmmakers (and... | 8/27/2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Podcasts have quickly become such an insightful way for me of broadening my education in topics that I’m interested in, specifically Filmmaking. I love the feeling of getting to know a host, especially Ron, in such an intimate way through hearing him hash out his own adventures in filmmaking through the internet. Love the guests and the broad spectrum of talent that he has on here. Simply fantastic. Look forward to the next ep.
Not just another filmmaking podcast
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