IFH 842: The Art of Networking in Hollywood – Real Strategies That Work with Erman Baradi & Brandon Waites

IFH 842: The Art of Networking in Hollywood – Real Strategies That Work with Erman Baradi & Brandon Waites

Erman Baradi and Brandon Waites share practical, real-world advice on how to network effectively in Hollywood without coming across as desperate or transactional. Drawing from their own journeys — from military service and film school to building strong online presences — they explain why relationships, not scripts, are the true currency of the film industry. Their discussion highlights the importance of patience, professionalism, and respecting everyone from assistants to executives.

The episode also explores common networking mistakes, the power of mentorship, and why building connections before moving to Los Angeles can dramatically increase your odds of success. Through their platform, The Film Empire, they aim to create opportunities that prioritize long-term relationships over short-term wins. It’s an honest conversation about the reality of breaking into Hollywood — and the mindset required to stay in it.

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BONUS EPISODE: Making El Mariachi and Troublemaker Studios with Elizabeth Avellán

BONUS EPISODE: Making El Mariachi and Troublemaker Studios with Elizabeth Avellán

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IFH 616: Becoming a Jack of All Trades Writer/Director with Greg Mottola

IFH 616: Becoming a Jack of All Trades Writer/Director with Greg Mottola

After earning an MFA in film at Columbia University, he began his career as the writer & director of the independent film The Daytrippers, which would earn him a Golden Camera nomination at the Cannes...

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IFH 615: The Unfiltered History of Film Distribution with AFM Co-Founder Michael Ryan

IFH 615: The Unfiltered History of Film Distribution with AFM Co-Founder Michael Ryan

Michael Ryan started his career working in the TV industry for Sir Lew Grade’s UK company, ITC. In 1978 he formed J&M Entertainment with a colleague, a distribution sales agent for independent films. ...

13 Sep 20221h 18min

BONUS EPISODE: Dov Simens - American Greatest & Quentin Tarantino's Only Film Teacher

BONUS EPISODE: Dov Simens - American Greatest & Quentin Tarantino's Only Film Teacher

I'm so excited to have on the show this week Dov Simens, founder of Hollywood Film Institute. He created the remarkable 2 Day Film School and has launched the careers of Quentin Tarantino, Chris Nolan...

12 Sep 202257min

IFH 614: Kubrick, Nolan & Spielberg: The Power of Staging with Mark W. Travis

IFH 614: Kubrick, Nolan & Spielberg: The Power of Staging with Mark W. Travis

Mark W. Travis acclaimed as "the director’s director", Mark W. Travis is regarded by many Hollywood and International professionals as one of the world’s leading authorities in the art and craft of fi...

8 Sep 20221h 33min

IFH 613: Directing Bruce Willis' Last Film with Matt Eskandari

IFH 613: Directing Bruce Willis' Last Film with Matt Eskandari

Matt Eskandari immigrated to the United States as a child with his family, following the Iranian revolution. He is an alumnus of the University of Southern California, and would direct several award-w...

6 Sep 20221h 3min

BONUS EPISODE: No-Budget, $600 Camera, 3 Lights & Still Sold Worldwide with Elliot and Zander Weaver

BONUS EPISODE: No-Budget, $600 Camera, 3 Lights & Still Sold Worldwide with Elliot and Zander Weaver

Today on the show we have two filmmakers that shot a sci-fi feature film with a $600 camera, three lights, no-budget, no stars and a dream. Amazingly they were still able to get worldwide distribution...

5 Sep 20221h 25min

IFH 612: My Film Made Millions Using the Filmtrepreneur Method with Mark Toia

IFH 612: My Film Made Millions Using the Filmtrepreneur Method with Mark Toia

So insane and talent Australian filmmaker Mark Toia is back to tell us how he made millions of dollars self distributing his remarkable debut film Monsters of Man. After getting offered bad and predat...

1 Sep 20221h 41min

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