Episodes

  • Producing Meaningful Films with Julie Strifler
    May 3 2026

    If you've ever wondered what it's like to be a producer in Canada, now is your chance to hear all about it! Today on the show we speak with Canadian producer, Julie Strifler. Julie was very open in this talk and shared some beautiful and helpful insights. We hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening.

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    47 mins
  • Celebrity Makeup Artist to Writing Features: Lili Marchenski
    Apr 18 2026

    Lucky you! Today we talk with Lil Marchenski, a celebrity makeup artist transitioning into making her own projects. We had such a great time chatting with Lili and you're going to love what she has to stay! Lock in and listen. Thanks!

    FOllow Lili: @lilimarchenski

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    40 mins
  • From Short to Feature with Samita Nandy and Ken Holmes
    Apr 3 2026

    Today on the show we talk with international filmmaker Dr. Samita Nandy, and her New York based collaborator Ken Holmes about the making of Samita's feature film "The Critic." They share a lot of insights into the process of making a feature and the importance of collaboration. As usual, there's some great stuff in here, so thanks for tuning in.

    Follow Samita: @samitanandyofficial @cmcs_media

    Follow Ken: @itskenholmes

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    Thanks to Eric Bauer for the Intro and Outro Music.

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    45 mins
  • Katherine Wilson: Composing and Producing
    Mar 28 2026

    Today on the show we're talking with Katherine Wilson! Katherine is a composer, producer, and musician. We cover a lot of ground, including talking making ambitious short films and having to balance many different jobs. Enjoy!

    Follow Katherine: @katherinewilson_TO

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    Follow the Hosts: @thefeliciavalenti @jessdirects

    Thanks for listening!

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    53 mins
  • Sarah Jones: Documentary and Dancing
    Mar 20 2026

    Today on the show we talk to award winning documentary filmmaker Sarah Jones. Sarah is a cross-disciplinary artist who started out making dance films and continues to tell very important stories through their work as a documentary filmmaker.

    Make sure to subscribe to the show so you don't miss a single episode. Thanks for listening!

    Follow Sarah @sarah_Jones_filmmaker

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    53 mins
  • Ibrahim Awara - Writer/Director/Cinematographer...many hat wearer!
    Mar 13 2026

    On this episode of the podcast Felicia and Jess chat with writer/director/cinematographer/wearer of many hats Ibby Awara! We talk about his experience making movies in the UK vs. Canada, how a day job contributes to film style, and so much more! Jump in.

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    38 mins
  • MEET THE NEW CO-HOST: FELICIA VALENTI!
    Mar 13 2026

    Meet the shows new co-host, and Jess' close friend, Felicia Valenti! As usual we have a wide ranging conversation, and this one's particularly silly. So strap in and enjoy. Thanks for listening!

    Find Felicia: @thefeliciavalenti and Feliciavalenti.com

    Find Jess: @jessdirects and jessdirects.com

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    43 mins
  • No BS on the Way to Success: Emily Schooley
    Feb 27 2026

    Today we're talking to the very industrious Emily Schooley! Like many creatives, Emily wears a lot of hats. Everything from producing to acting, she has some really helpful advice. this is one you don't want to miss!

    Follow Emily @emilyschooley @ laughingcatproductions

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    39 mins