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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IFH 502: Lighting the Biggest Films of All-Time with Dean Cundey A.S.C

IFH 502: Lighting the Biggest Films of All-Time with Dean Cundey A.S.C

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IFH 501: We Flipped The Script on Alex Ferrari with Mystery Guest Host

IFH 501: We Flipped The Script on Alex Ferrari with Mystery Guest Host

After 500 episodes I need a break. To celebrate this insane milestone we are flipping the script. Many of you in the IFH Tribe have asked me to have someone interview me on the show.So I asked my long...

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IFH 500: Big Budget Indie Films and Creative Freedom with Neill Blomkamp

IFH 500: Big Budget Indie Films and Creative Freedom with Neill Blomkamp

Ever since I saw District 9 and learned of all the mythical stories behind the short film becoming a  feature, I have been a massive fan of today’s guest, Neill Blomkamp. Though Neill is here today to...

14 Sep 20211h 13min

IFH 499: From Sundance Sleeper Hit To Blockbuster Career with Chris Sparling

IFH 499: From Sundance Sleeper Hit To Blockbuster Career with Chris Sparling

It’s always way fun to have a guest who is also a fan of the show. This week’s guest is definitely a member of the tribe. We chatted up pre-interview about some of his favorite IFH podcast episodes an...

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IFH 498 : The Making Of Small Engine Repair with John Pollono

IFH 498 : The Making Of Small Engine Repair with John Pollono

This week I brought on the show, playwright, screenwriter, director, and actor, John Pollono.  I wanted to go down the road a little bit about his remarkable journey in the business which expands acro...

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IFH 497: Raiders! Making the Greatest Fan Film of All Tim with Eric Zala

IFH 497: Raiders! Making the Greatest Fan Film of All Tim with Eric Zala

Back in 1981, the action-adventure movie Raiders Lost Ark was a fan favorite for many. But the ultimate fans were a teenage trio who kind of took it a little bit further.At age 12 and 11, in the summe...

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IFH 496: The Patronized Self-Distribution (PSD) Model with Zach Lona and Anthony Gibson

IFH 496: The Patronized Self-Distribution (PSD) Model with Zach Lona and Anthony Gibson

Our guests today are developers, Zach Lona and Anthony Gibson.Zach is the founder of Chicago-based company, Eleusinian Productions studio that invented the Patronized Self-Distribution (PSD) model. Th...

31 Aug 20211h 10min

IFH 495: Cautionary Tale: $300,000+ in Debt for Film School with Zack Morrison

IFH 495: Cautionary Tale: $300,000+ in Debt for Film School with Zack Morrison

The crippling student debt crisis in America threatens college the financial freedom of many students. According to Forbes 2020 student loan debt statistics, there are 45 million borrowers who collect...

26 Aug 20211h 27min

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