Today we welcome Ralph Reign to our show! Ralph is a DJ, Musician, Rapper, Writer and Artist with a unique and intellectual philosophy on life, art and the world. Join as we dive deep into the world of music and what it means to Ralph as a human and ultimately a soul. Our art comes from somewhere; no matter what type of creative you are ask yourself the question have you ever really taken the time to piece together where that talent comes from? From his childhood to his current life as a new fat...
May 02, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Today we get the pleasure to chat with actor and writer Collin Fischer! Collin is a talented artist that has jumped into the industry full steam! From his short films "Brotherhood" & "Hear me, See me" Collin's talent shines! We discuss his background, the ideas behind his short films and why he is motivated to make a career in this industry! We also dive into multiple topics which include, voice acting, working with a sphere, cancel culture and his entrepreneur philosophy! He also shares his...
Apr 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Our first milestone! Episode #50! Today we celebrate our run on Around The Reel! Content is a sensitive subject these days. With everything going on in the world creatives have a decision to make. Do they stick to the art that is an extension of who they are or do they succumb to the pressures of this new world we live in? As a team, we discuss things that have come to our attention as artists and also; we dive into deep topics about culture, race, choices and what context really means. Our show...
Apr 18, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Today we have the pleasure to talk with actor/director Brian Bowles! Brian is a young filmmaker who has created a visionary tale within the Batman Universe! His fan films are extraordinary! From the "Death of Robin" to his new film "Barbara" Brian shares a ton of awesome insight on his creation. We dive into how fan films work and what it was like as an actor creating his version of the "Joker". Brian shares how his attention to detail is pivotal to his craft, how he created the universe within ...
Apr 11, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Today on our show we hang out with composer Anthony Espina! Anthony has created scores for over 40 films including Swiped, Shadow Fighter and many more! We touch a little on what inspired him to get into film composing, what music means to a story and how tightly nit composers are as a family! We also dive into artists attacking other artists online and how that can affect not only the target of the abuse but also; what it can do to a community as a whole. As creatives, we all strive to learn, g...
Apr 04, 2021•1 hr 32 min
Today actor Raymond Power joins us for an epic, inspirational and fun conversation about filmmaking, acting and beating the odds! Growing up in a tough neighborhood, Raymond has been through the most! Challenges create who we are and Raymond is proof that no matter what cards you're dealt you can play the game and win! From his difficult home life as a kid, gangs, addiction, prison and even his confrontation with death, Raymond is proof that anyone can rise to the top! We dive into his successfu...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Today we welcome Sean Casey to our show! Sean is a scenic artist that assists production designers on sets by adding that creative touch to the production! From the tv series "Grimm" to the film "Green Room" Sean adds that special dynamic to the productions he works on. We dive deep into an awesome conversation with Sean from his painting background, what inspired his artistic hand and what it means to really "Make It" in the artistic industry! As creatives, we all have our vision! We touch on h...
Mar 21, 2021•1 hr 36 min
We welcome filmmaker Rion Smith to the studio today for an in depth fun conversation! Rion directs, writes and shoots short films for his YouTube channel "Creepy Tv"! His concept is to share with filmmakers and allow them a platform to share their work and also his own! We discuss where the concept originated from, his love of horror movies and much more! He is also a practical FX artists and creates a multitude of monster designs for his films that are amazing! We dive into where he starts when...
Mar 14, 2021•1 hr 35 min
Today filmmaker George Elias joins us in an epic conversation about his career in film and what inspires him to create unique and artistic shorts! We dive into multiple topics about filmmaking, getting yourself out there, not letting the lack of gear stop you, dealing with critics and most importantly, how to deal with fear and how to overcome it! There's a lot of passion in creative people and sometimes, that passion can make them sensitive in an insensitive world. Aaron shares his philosophy o...
Mar 07, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Today the multi-talented Angie Faro joins us in the studio! Angie is an actor, model, director and writer here in the Pacific Northwest! During our fun conversation she shares her love for acting, the steps she took to produce & direct her upcoming projects like "Park Dead" and "Althea", what it was like working on-set during the pandemic and we also dive into the ins & outs of writing! Angie has her hands in many buckets on set as do many other filmmakers out there. Being an indie creat...
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Today we have the pleasure to speak with Filmmaker, Writer & Entertainment Attorney Steve Edmiston! Steve sits down with us and shares his personal and heroic story in dealing with his cancer battle and what it takes to beat the odds! We go deep into the thought process of success, being positive and finding the strength to overcome any challenge that comes your way. We also dive into Steve's career as a writer, his experiences with studios and why he got into entertainment law. Also, we tou...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 36 min
Talented actress and singer Kate Pennington joins us on our show today! Kate chats with us about her acting and her short films "Two Faced" and "The Breakup Bar" as well as her singing career! With singles like "Meet Me in Los Angeles" & "Escape Routes" Kate shows off her vocal chops as well as her music video vision! We also dive into deep conversations about being an artist during the pandemic, being a Christian in todays world, why we label each other and also what it takes to believe in ...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 39 min
Today we had the pleasure to chat with musician/composer Ed Hartman. Ed is a talented composer and musician that not only has scored major feature films but is also a teacher and now a producer! The new film he's worked on is called "As The Earth Turns"; a silent sci-fi film by Richard Lyford. This film was actually shot in 1938 on 16mm film with no money! Ed has taken the reigns to produce and score the film and discusses the filmmaker, his life and what the film has inspired Ed to do as an art...
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Filmmaker Amrik Pabla joins us in a fun and emotional conversation on our show! Amrik came to America when he was 7 years old and has been pulled to be a filmmaker since that age. We learn about the challenges he faced as he adapted to a new culture, dealing with discrimination and how he managed to use his filmmaking as an outlet for the emotions he felt! Amrik is also a graduate from the Art Institute of Seattle so we dive into to what it was like as a student! He also shares with us his upcom...
Feb 06, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Filmmaker Rob Weaver joins us in a electrified, energetic and fun conversation about filmmaking, joining together and believing in your dream! Rob is the writer/director of the short film "Mastifinol"! Rob talks about his inspiration for the film, the challenges he's had due to the pandemic, what it's like on his sets, the time it takes to complete a project and his challenges in figuring out vfx! We also dig deep into the mindset of a filmmaker and how it takes a team to deliver the goods on se...
Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Today multi-talented actress Leanne Johnson joins us in an awesome discussion about real life and the hustle it takes to be an artist! Leanne is not only an actress but she also is a musician, nutritional expert, personal trainer, martial artist and a mother! We dive into how she finds the time as a creative person to pursue her dreams and also maintain her family life. We also dig into her acting career from her work on "Chicago P.D." to indie films like "Batman: Nightmare" to "Idle Girl". Peop...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr 40 min
Today on our show we welcome entertainer/strongman Marshall Zinn and director Casey Grant! This duo put together a stunning documentary called "U-105" which follows amateur strongman Marshall Zinn as he journeys to India to compete in an international strength competition. Filmed in a style that brings the viewer along for the ride, U-105 lets you experience Kolkata, India, the unique challenges of international competition, and the highs and lows that come with competing on the world stage. We ...
Jan 17, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Today we welcome actor & writer Carmine DePaulo to our show! Carmine has not only acted in films but also written multiple shorts and is currently working on scripts for feature films as well. We dive into writing screenplays, the difficulties in finding someone to "read" your script and how to take advantage of the time during this pandemic. Carmine also shares with us his acting career; how he got started at the age of 50 and why he enjoys acting in front of a camera better than the stage!...
Jan 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Today we welcome filmmaker Javier Reyna to our show! Javier is a filmmaker with a deep background in the industry! His new film "Regionrat" has won multiple awards at film festivals worldwide and shows off his talent for filmmaking! We dive into multiple topics from actors, story, distribution, contracts, screenings and much more! Pushing your film out to the world isn't easy! Whether you are new to this industry or a veteran filmmaker there's a lot to learn from Javier's experience! Sam challen...
Jan 04, 2021•1 hr 39 min
Today composer Otto Wilhelm Nilsson joins us in a fun & educational discussion in which he breaks down composing music for film! Otto has worked on many projects in his career including one of our favorite indie films "Thieves". Working on low budget features, short films and many other projects, Otto explains what it's like to work with filmmakers, work on tight budgets and strict time constraints and his overall love of music! We also dive into the "Attitude" one should try to achieve when...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Actress and model Crystal Loverro joins us in an exciting conversation today on our show! Crystal has tapped into art across the board: From acting, producing, modeling & photography; she has done it all! She gives us a fascinating insight on how she incorporates her senses while in front of the camera. We also discuss overcoming challenges, the new film she's currently producing called "Roll It" and what her plans are to have a successful shoot during the pandemic. Sam delivers an epic run ...
Dec 26, 2020•1 hr 31 min
Today filmmaker J. Horton drops some epic knowledge on us about "How he's made a career making money with his films!" Mr. Horton shares his journey from early on: From film school, to working in the industry, to starting his own lucrative business in filmmaking! We also learn his reasoning behind his successful YouTube Channel and why he decided to help filmmakers around the world. Dive in as J. shares what he believes is the "meat & potatoes" of his business and the process he takes making ...
Dec 20, 2020•1 hr 26 min
Filmmaking entrepreneur Henrique Couto graces us with an epic discussion on indie filmmaking! Henrique is not only a filmmaker with 16 feature films under his belt, but also has his own podcast, book series and makes a living creating content in the industry! We dive into his career and learn how he got started at an early age to how he "pivots" in an industry that is constantly changing! With films in the "Slasher" genre to "Westerns", Mr. Couto delivers content that not only entertains his nic...
Dec 13, 2020•1 hr 25 min
Today Naomi Klockars joins us in the studio for a fun and inspiring conversation! Naomi is a talented young actress that, from a very young age, has pushed herself into becoming a strong, well spoken young artist! She shares with us her passion for acting, how she confronts the challenges during the current year of Covid and how her mother is the anchor she uses to guide her career in the right direction. Samantha dives in deep with what it takes to build confidence in the industry as well as sh...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 12 min
Filmmaker & author Kit Wilson joins us on the podcast today to discuss the art of indie filmmaking and the creative process as a whole. Kit has accomplished a lot in his artistic journey; from best selling novels, his career in advertising & filmmaking Kit drops a ton of valuable information about his craft, his techniques and why he chooses the film festival circuit for his releases! He also details his character development process and why he chooses female characters as the center poi...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Today Brad Holden joins us on Around The Reel to discuss his new book, "Seattle Prohibition: Bootleggers, Rumrunners & Graft In The Queen City"! Brad is a local historian, collector and self-proclaimed urban archaeologist, in which he searches for historical artifacts at estate sales and flea markets and in dusty old attics! We talk about how he got the idea for his new book, what inspired him to write it & we dive into the business side of getting a book published and what he learned in...
Nov 28, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Today Joy Curtis joins us in an adventurous conversation detailing the career she's had as an actress for over 30 years! Joy shares with us how she got started as a dancer, a stage actress and how she escalated into the film industry! Listen in on how she overcame multiple challenges with others in the industry, the numerous films she's been apart of from Hollywood to Indie, her experience with SAG (Screen Actors Guild) and so much more! What a delight to speak to such a beautiful, talented arti...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Today Alex Ferrari joins us in a truly epic conversation that travels through the galaxy of Indie Filmmaking! The founder of Indie Film Hustle shares his insights on the industry: From predatory distributors to how he hustled his way to become a successful filmmaker, podcaster, author and business owner! This is a must listen show! We dive head first into the depths of what it takes to be an artist & build revenue streams, how important partners are to balance out delusional thinking as well...
Nov 21, 2020•1 hr 52 min
Samantha's car was stolen! Did that stop us from recording our show! Never! Today on Around The Reel Sam, Aaron & Chuck go raw and explore topics that all of us have dealt with! Artists, filmmakers and creatives have to keep pushing through, no matter how the cards are stacked against them! From topics of acceptance, perseverance, being judgmental, narcissism, collaboration and trust, our team opens up unfiltered and real. Join us for a meeting of emotion as we share who we are, why we are w...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 37 min
Today we welcome Graphic Designer Lisa Garrison to our show! Lisa is a graphic artist that uses her craft to help business's and artists with high quality designs! From logos to movie posters, Lisa professionally puts herself into the mindset of her client to not only learn their vision but to also use their excitement to enhance her work! This is an epic conversation that delves into the art of graphic design, how ideas are formulated, what software is used in the process and much more! We also...
Nov 08, 2020•1 hr 47 min
