People's TV Podcast
People's TV Podcast
Peoples TV
Meet the creatives behind People's Television. Discussions on filmmaking and all aspects of video content production.
Episode 8: Let The Fire Burn
Documentary filmmaker Jason Osder discusses his film Let The Fire Burn: a tragic story of police violence against Philadelphia’s black residents in the 1980s. Jason shares guidance on how to work with archival material, defines the real meaning of  what makes a film “relevant” and explores the importance to maintaining your creative integrity throughout the filmmaking process.
May 29, 2020
55 min
Episode 7: Directing animated videos with Rob Shore
Animation and motion graphics are powerful tools for visual storytellers. On this episode director Rob Shore shares his approach to producing animated videos and how his methods have evolved over the years. If you're interested in making animated videos yourself or working with creative teams to make one, this episode contains lots of useful information.
May 6, 2020
25 min
Episode 6: Not Going Quietly
Nicholas Bruckman is the director of Not Going Quietly, the latest feature documentary film from People's Television. In this episode, Nicholas shares the backstory of the film's central character: political activist Ady Barkan. Nicholas also talks about how the film is being edited during the coronavirus pandemic and why the themes in the film are more relevant than ever.
Apr 24, 2020
27 min
Episode 5: Live streaming and video conferencing 101 with Ian Fay
COVID-19 has forced millions of people to start working entirely from home and has cancelled nearly all in-person events. In response, companies are using video conferencing and streaming applications now more than ever. In this episode, live streaming expert and co-founder of The Q Ian Fay explains the different video conferencing and live streaming options available and how to get the most out of them.
Apr 8, 2020
23 min
Episode 4: Documentary film producing with Amanda Roddy
Amanda Roddy discusses her role as producer on People's Television's next feature documentary film about political activist Ady Barkan.
Sep 24, 2019
35 min
Episode 3: Creative Producing with Neil Solomon
People's Television's Creative producer Neil Solomon discusses the process of making videos and the importance of creative proposals, pre-production, and visual reference. We also talk about Neil's background in filmmaking and upbringing in South Africa.
Aug 1, 2019
23 min
Episode 1: On the Road with Ady Barkan
For our very first episode, People's TV co-founders Nicholas Bruckman and Ryder Haske sit down to discuss our upcoming documentary about Ady Barkan, a 35-year-old activist who was diagnosed suddenly with ALS and given two to four years to live. He famously confronted Jeff Flake for his support of a tax bill that would cut healthcare support for him and millions of other Americans. They also discuss how brands and nonprofits can effectively tell stories for social change. This podcast was recorded in an RV as the production team traveled with Ady from California to Maine.
May 2, 2019
11 min
Episode 2: Producing a feature documentary
People's TV Founder Nicholas Bruckman discusses his upcoming feature documentary about Ady Barkan with producing partner Ryder Haske. They discuss Ady Barkan's journey to becoming a prolific political activist, the current state of his health and some of the challenges the filmmakers faced during production.
Apr 1, 2019
27 min