IFH 831: Making Independent Films Without Hollywood or a Huge Budget with David Ash
On today’s episode, we meet David Ash, a filmmaker who perfectly embodies the spirit of the weekend warrior — balancing a demanding corporate career, a family of four, and a thriving passion for filmm...
2 Dec 202552min
IFH 830: How Two Filmmakers Captured the Ultimate Rocky Fan Story with Jim Toscano & Danny Gianino
Jim Toscano and Danny Gianino, two filmmakers from Detroit, found an unexpected calling in telling the story of Mike Kunda, the world’s number one Rocky fan. Their documentary, The Pretender, follows ...
25 Nov 202538min
BONUS EPISODE: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Money for Your Movie with Franco Sama
Franco Sama, a veteran executive producer, reveals the hard truths and practical steps behind raising real money for independent films. He explains that while many filmmakers obsess over finding inves...
22 Nov 20251h 15min
IFH 829: The Secret to Marketing Your Movie Like a Pro with Brad Wilke
On today’s episode, we welcome Brad Wilke, a filmmaker, screenwriter, and marketing strategist whose career bridges the worlds of storytelling and audience building. A graduate of West Point turned fi...
18 Nov 20251h 27min
IFH 828: The Ultimate Life of Action: Martial Arts, Movies, and Wisdom with Leo Fong
Leo Fong was a true Renaissance man — a martial arts Grand Master, filmmaker, and Methodist minister who turned life’s challenges into fuel for creativity. Born in 1930s Arkansas, Leo faced racial dis...
11 Nov 20251h 15min
IFH 827: Turning a Script into a Movie: The Indie Filmmaking Story of Jamie Buckner
Jamie Buckner’s filmmaking journey is one built on passion, persistence, and pure creative drive. After exploring careers in music, architecture, and art, he realized filmmaking combined everything he...
4 Nov 20251h 11min
IFH 826: How to Turn a Script Into a Movie Without Hollywood’s Help with Chris Jay
Chris Jay, once a touring musician with the rock band Army of Freshmen, found a new creative path when the music industry shifted and opportunities dried up. Instead of giving up, he and his bandmate ...
28 Okt 20251h 19min
IFH 825: The Untold Stories of Women in Action Cinema with Melanie Wise
Melanie Wise, a former model and actress, discusses her transition to producing due to height-related challenges in acting. She produced the horror action film "Hannah's Gift," which she also starred ...
21 Okt 202552min
