There's something special about a Sax and with an artist and true talent like MD, it can only become more magical. Today we welcome Grammy Award winning musician and saxophonist Medearis "MD" Dixson to the show! Medearis has performed at illustrious venues like, The Kennedy Center, McCall Hall, Beneroya Hall, and Carnegie Hall and it all stems from the gift he has. Growing up, MD has loved music his entire life and pursued it with a passion beyond measure. Because of his devotion and grit, not o...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Wow! Have you seen Solid Rock Trust? If you haven't you're missing out on something special! Today we welcome the star of this great film Koko Marshall to the show! Now Koko is an actress that defines what pure energy and excitement really is and you can see it on screen. Her performance in this film is outstanding and she carries the picture all on her own! During our conversation we learn more about how she prepared for this role, her experience on set with director Rick Ives, what inspired he...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Today we sit down with the co-founders of Seattle's Upper Left Comedy Festival CB Shamah, Sarah Crowe & Isaac Novak for a fun, dynamic conversation about their upcoming comedy festival! We are always curious as to what inspires folks to take steps others don't to create something new, fresh and innovative. Today we ask our guests that same question and learn what inspired them to take on such a massive undertaking and why! With over 50 comedians scheduled, we dive into how the process works,...
May 09, 2023•54 min
Today we have the pleasure to chat with filmmaker and friend Tyler Darkow! Now Tyler isn't just a filmmaker... he's a creative genius on set! There isn't a job that he can't do and we've had the pleasure to watch him work first hand on a ton of collaborations over the last few years. On today's show we get to know him even more! Join us as we dive into why he loves cinema, his goal to encourage all creatives to push themselves, why he started his horror film festival "The Thing In The Basement" ...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 25 min
On today's episode cinematographer Matt McKinney joins us for an insightful conversation about everything film! It's not easy making movies but yet it's something anyone can do if they have one thing for it... passion. We go into that "hunger" on todays discussion and break down what it really takes mentally to prepare yourself for this craft. Also, we go into fighting for your dream, education, budgeting, setting high standards for yourself and also discuss his newest film "Cause & Effect"!...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 30 min
Today we have the pleasure to sit down with Cecilia Dillon & Rafiq Taylor the hosts of the hit podcast Tubi Or Not Tubi! Podcasting is a tough gig. 70% of those that jump on the bandwagon quit within the first year. These hosts, like us, have now begun their 4 season of their show and have no intention of stopping anytime soon. Their energy, chemistry and excitement is infectious and their show is a ton of fun for movie lovers everywhere. What do they do? Well, they watch as many TubiTv film...
Apr 15, 2023•1 hr
Today we welcome Raymond Parsons to the show! Taking pictures is one thing but taking motion pictures is another! Since he picked up a camera as a kid, Raymond fell in love with photography and that quickly escalated into the cinematographer he is today. After learning the craft, Raymond catapulted into filmmaking and now his gifted eye captures beautiful frames for films . Today we break down what it takes to capture great shots, film festivals, camera gear and most importantly... the impact he...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 22 min
Today we welcome back J. Horton to the show! If you're an indie filmmaker and don't know who this is you better hop on the bus and get caught up! Jason is one of the most influential indie filmmakers we know. Not only has he made a career out of filmmaking but has also shared his knowledge and experience freely on his own podcast and successful YouTube channel! He's a wealth of knowledge and couldn't be more open about the reality of the indie film market. He currently has a new horror film hitt...
Mar 25, 2023•1 hr 26 min
It seems like we were interviewed by our guest! Ladies and Gentleman today we welcome Ray LeCara Jr to the show. Now Ray is an actor and has put in the work over the years but not only that, he is also a published author. We dive into his book "Who Are You Really?", a guide into discovering your most authentic self to maximize and multiply your impact in life, relationships, career and business. We discuss what being authentic means, putting heart into your craft, indie films vs. Hollywood, peel...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Today we welcome author and retired police officer Stuart "Enzo" Bracken to the show. After 26 years as a Tacoma Police Officer, Enzo has his fair share of stories. And what's even more intriguing is that he's put it all on paper! His new book entitled "Tales Of The Street Bull" is available now on Amazon and we get the inside scoop of what it was like as a cop in the 80's! There are some very interesting topics we cover including his time as a U.S. Marshall, the current climate of law enforceme...
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Today on Around The Reel we welcome actor Jon Meggison to the show! Now Jon has been a good friend of ours for awhile, in fact, we've worked with him on our film The Shape and he will be starring in our upcoming Horrorverse Series! Today however, we get inside the mind of a hustling actor. A man that has committed himself to creating a career out of this art form and the steps he takes daily to make that happen. We discuss acting, how to handle rejection, using social media as the tool it is, pe...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Today we have a treat to share with you all! Bret Parker & Pete Barma join us for a conversation about their touching film “Pete” – an animated short based on a true story about gender identity, baseball, the people who inspire change by trying to be themselves, and the superheroes who support them. Now Bret's been working at Pixar Studios for over 26 years and has not only helped animate movies there but has also done voice over work in some of the biggest films that studio has done. From T...
Feb 26, 2023•51 min
Today we welcome writer, producer and director D'ablo Dean to the show! We've all heard some stories about filmmaking on an indie level but D'ablo has some of the most outrageous moments on set we've heard in awhile! While making the feature film "Deet N Bax" starring Jason Mewes, D'ablo breaks down the process and the challenges he faced producing this film! Some unbelievable moments and his experiences show how crazy filmmaking can be! We also discuss his start in the business, reality tv, mak...
Feb 19, 2023•1 hr 42 min
Today actor Billy Dunston joins us on the show for an energetic, funny and thought provoking episode on acting and filmmaking! Billy has put together quite a resume! Voice acting in Call of Duty, SAG, commercial work, his military career and now making his own feature film! We dive into what it takes to work on someone else's project, the prospective shift that needs to happen, artist's visions, taking care of yourself and so much more! There's a lot that goes into creating and Billy shares some...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Today we welcome filmmaker Rick Ives to the show. Now Rick is more than just a filmmaker; he's a storyteller and also works at Marvel Studios! From Infinity War and beyond... That's a large resume but what is so fantastic about Rick is that he understands film. He understands the work and appreciates the process of making movies. His new film Solid Rock Trust is an amazing bank heist feature that is pure joy to watch. He dives into the film and explains how he pulled off this feature with a low ...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 52 min
Today we welcome back musician and composer Len Lamanna! As an artist, Len's done some edgy work with his hard core riffs and powerful jams. He's recently taken his skills to composing features and his newest work on The Last Slay Ride resonates his gift to new heights! Join us on a conversation about composing for film, his influences, procrastination, scary movies and how important self care is to the soul! Music tells its own stories and is a major part of multimedia storytelling so sit back ...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 20 min
Could your life be a movie? Maybe... Today we welcome actor and director David Michaels to the show! David moved out to LA to hit the film scene and has since made his mark in this crazy industry! From film school to 48 hour festivals, David utilized his talents and love for cinema to find his passion and what he loves most about multimedia storytelling! We cover a wide range of topics on this episode; from how to get started, racing against the clock, collaborating, ego and making movies for th...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Today we welcome producer Alok Mishra to the show! Alok is the producer of the hit film 1BR! Not many filmmakers get the opportunity to make it to the big leagues with their micro budget films, but Alok and his team did. Hitting Netflix in 2020, 1BR raced to the top of the Netflix charts and held the #1 position for 8 straight days! We pick Alok's brain on multiple levels to find the magic that gave their indie film the push to rise to the top! From marketing, data research, overcoming productio...
Jan 06, 2023•2 hr
On today's show we welcome Jasmine Wright to the studio! Now Jasmine is a multi-talented creative! From acting, dancing and stage performances, Jasmine is one of those artists that shows us all that everything & anything is possible! Our conversation dives into many topics, from her days working for Disney, chivalry, firearms, her career as a police officer, dealing with emotions and family! It's always a pleasure to get to know our guests on a personal level and today's conversation does ju...
Dec 31, 2022•2 hr 5 min
On todays episode we sit down with graphic artist and author Lisa Garrison! Now Lisa is an entrepreneur, runs her own graphic arts company and on her fee time writes some of the cutest and creative children's books out there! We've gotten to know Lisa pretty well over the last few years and its a pleasure to share our discussion with all of you! She takes us down multiple topics including her children books, self distribution on Amazon, online postings, being humble and one of our most engaging ...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 55 min
Today on our show we have the pleasure to chat with Vincent M. Ward! If you don't know who Vincent is you've been living under a rock! AMC's hit series The Walking Dead has been a staple on television for the last 11 years and our guest today was a part of that magic! Our discussion goes into so many wonderful topics. From his experience on Season 3 of that series, his current productions, life, kids, family and the competitive drive we all need to strive for professionally as well as personally...
Dec 11, 2022•1 hr 27 min
How do you reach a majority of the marketplace? What does it take? Today we sit down with actor & film producer Dave Shecter to discuss not only the Law of Diffusion Of Innovation but so much more! We had the honor to work with Dave on The Shape Fan Film we made and we never really got a chance to get to know who the hell he was!? So today we do! Join us as we discuss acting, his career, what it was like working on the TV Series Grimm and Z Nation! Plus, Dave writes music and creates fantast...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 29 min
150 episodes! It's been an amazing ride producing this podcast, sharing our thoughts, our work and meeting some of the most talented and beautiful people in this industry! Our accomplishments are not only ours, but yours as well! It's why we share in the first place. To inspire and show you that no matter what life throws your way you can make your dreams into a reality! You can do whatever you strive to do! And after 150 shows and the many film projects we've made or are making... its proof tha...
Nov 26, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Every idea starts with great intentions! Our podcast was one of them. Of course, we hoped the show would succeed, give us an opportunity to shine and maybe even make some cash to support our indie butts in this industry. And that is still a possibility, however, our original idea was to create a platform where creatives had the opportunity to share their passions, their creativity, their goals and speak about why they do what they do and what they're doing to make that happen! That was the origi...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Today we welcome back filmmaker Scott Linson to the show! Scott is a good friend of ours and we've joined him on multiple ventures in this filmmaking journey! Our discussion revolves around a tough subject for any creative. "Should I quit doing this?" Well, today we dive into that topic and try to understand what would happen to an artist if they dismissed their passion! Also, we touch on Scott's new films "The Artifact, The Real Fight & Trending!" three new short films that will be released...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 50 min
Today we welcome back to the show the multi-talented Chris Shern! First time we met Chris we learned he was a filmmaker, editor, colorist... you name it Chris does it! However, now we've learned Chris is also in a band called "Invisible Cartoons" that jams out a rock, funky style of music that spreads positivity and fun to their fans! In our discussion we go into "Real Life Engagement" and what that means to Chris. Youtube, subscribers, what is a real fan, collaborating with others, finding the ...
Oct 29, 2022•1 hr 41 min
Some of us avoid horrific and terrifying moments, others search for them. Today we welcome Author & Mythological Investigator Jacob Zappey to the show! Now first off, Jacob is just built different! Let's just get that out there! But his fascination with the unknown, myths, legends and genuine freaky stories has catapulted him as a writer and his new book "Northwest Mythology" has been a success! During our conversation we lean what drives him to set off on these supernatural investigations. ...
Oct 22, 2022•1 hr 31 min
Today on Around The Reel we welcome filmmaker William Chaffin to the show! And what a show it is! Filmmaking is an art form, telling a story and producing a project from the ground up is something else. We discuss his new film "Guilt" and his experience on set, working with his actors, cinematographers and how to keep your shooting days efficient. William also breaks down his structure, shooting style, on-set organization and so much more! Film school is one way to learn this craft, learning by ...
Oct 16, 2022•1 hr 59 min
We have always wanted a show that highlights talent across the board and gives everyone a platform to share the gifts they have to give! Actor Brandon Washington is no exception. Today we get to know this upcoming new actor and learn why he's diving into the industry! He managed to find his groove on TikTok, has an agent and is pursuing acting gigs in film. What is he doing to prepare himself for the road ahead? What support system does he have? We find out on this fun, touching and wonderful di...
Oct 09, 2022•1 hr 8 min
What a delight it is to meet the great talent in the PNW! Today's guest is no exception! We had the pleasure to work with this young actor in our YouTube series The Shape and this episode will show you how amazing this young man is. Today we welcome actor Lee Raymond to the show. Lee shares with us what inspired him to get into this industry, from films like The Departed and Heat, Lee learned from watching great cinema what he wanted to do with his life. We dive in to what it takes to be goal or...
Oct 02, 2022•2 hr 3 min
