This week, filmmaker and podcaster Louise Palanker joins the show to chat with Derek about why she wanted to work in the film industry, the process behind making the documentaries "Family Band: The Cowsills Story" and "Margaret Singer: Seeking Light," and the inspiration behind the "Media Path Podcast."Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, Derek breaks down the process of writing "The Feature," the experience of filming compared to "The Parker Syndrome," and gives an exclusive first look at the film.

This week, Visual FX Producer Zach Hamelton joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in the film industry, the differences between "visible" and "invisible" effects, a day in the life of a Visual FX team, and his experiences working on "Star Trek: Picard" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds."Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, agent and entrepreneur Tiauna Jackson joins the show to chat with Derek about what made her want to get into the film industry, the early struggles of starting The Jackson Agency, the continued lack of diversity in mainstream film and television, the role of a talent agent, being elected to the Association of Talent Agents' Board of Directors, and why its important to create your own content if you're an actor.Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, actor Jennifer Castle joins the show to chat with Derek about what made her want to get into the film industry, what the film community is like in London, what fascinates her about the process of making a film, and the crazy story behind dubbing the English version of "Riki Rhino."Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, filmmaker Jeff Bollow joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to get into the film industry, transitioning from acting to working behind the camera, his "FAST Screenplay" system, why it's important to have alignment in the creative and business sides of filmmaking, and his future aspirations of building an independent film studio.Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, filmmaker Nick Smith joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in the film industry, shooting his short film, "Ask Astrid," during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, being a producer for "Zombeez," why producers are important, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, filmmaker Stephen Wise joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to get into the film industry, the strategies he used when submitting his short film, "Sur'vi" to film festivals, and what to look out for if you're a filmmaker and want to submit your own film. He also talks about the real reason why film festivals are important, and his experience running the Pensacon Short Film Festival.Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

This week, voice actor and improviser Laura Faye Smith joins the show to chat with Derek about meeting fans at conventions, how she go into the acting business, how theater and improv helped prepare her for acting in film, and the process of voice acting.Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo

Actor Vernon Wells joins the show to chat with Derek about how he got into the film business, the experience of working on George Miller's "The Road Warrior," and why he wrote a full bio for the Wez character. He also talks about the importance of "paying it forward" in the film industry, why villains are so compelling, and his latest film, "Tales From the Other Side."Watch Live on YouTubeSubscribe to the show on LinktreeUse the code “FPPod” at checkout for 10% off your order at BrezCoffeeCo