Today we welcome filmmaker Peter Anthony to our show! Peter is the director and writer of the hit fan film "Friday The 13th Roseblood"! We get to pick his brain on how and why he made this amazing film, what pushed him to dive into filmmaking and his absolute love of the Friday The 13th franchise! As filmmakers, we all have our visions and beliefs and everyone of us has our own uniqueness. Peter is no exception, his love, excitement and dedication to his craft sets him apart from others and it's...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Today we welcome Peter 'Drago' Tiemann to our show! Peter is a filmmaker here in the PNW and his new feature film " The Stairs" is a remarkable horror film now available for streaming on multiple platforms! Peter shares with us his style, his filmmaking process, how he started as a stunt guy and then smoothly transitioned into directing! We also dive in to his distribution strategy and how filmmakers can push forward to make a living in this craft! Also, we have a serious event occur on the show...
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Filmmaker Tom Putnam joins us today for a super informative conversation on how he and his team created a "Release Strategy" that pushed them into a successful filmmaking career! With the films Burn, The United States Of Insanity and The Dark Divide, Tom shares vital information for anyone thinking about pursuing filmmaking as a career! We also dive into his documentaries, why he made them and how he goes about creating these fantastic movies on the level he does. His experiences with the firefi...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Actress Kendra McDermott joins us today with a fun, inspirational and energizing conversation about her rise as an actress here in the Pacific Northwest! Her new feature film, "Win A Trip To Browntown" is currently available on streaming platforms everywhere and we dive into her experience making this wonderful comedy that not only brings big laughs but reminds us all how important family really is! We also discuss her experience filming our new short film "The Shape" in which she stars as the m...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 36 min
It was an honor chatting with our guest Dr. Hal Bradley! His story is truly inspiring! His new book, "A Fox In The Lion's Den" is a #1 Bestseller on Amazon for a very clear reason. Recruited by the Mexican drug cartel as a teenager, Dr. Bradley rose up the ranks to become the top drug smuggler of narcotics in the United States. With multiple near death experiences, he survived to turn his life around to be in service of humanity on the highest levels. Dr. Bradley was approached by the Department...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Today we sit down with filmmaker and podcaster John DiMarco! John is a talented artist who not only hosts the podcast "Chasing The Frame" but is also a great filmmaker and cinematographer! In this episode we discuss his new short film "Kevin & Winnie", his film festival run, working with others in his filmmaking community and how his podcast hit a hurdle that would've stopped most people in their tracks! We also dive deep into the competitive nature filmmakers have and how sometimes it can c...
Mar 19, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Today we have the pleasure to chat with Zhaun and Shannon Dagley. These two wonderful entertainers are members of the Motley Crue tribute band Lewd And Crued! Music reminds everyone of moments in their lives and this episode does just that! Join us as we learn about how Lewd And Crued began, their journey and what it really takes to perform a show with the level of energy and enthusiasm this band has! We also go into the business side of things, from marketing, finances, rehearsals... this episo...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 55 min
Today we welcome Lindsey Valentine to the show! Lindsey is a clothing designer and entrepreneur with a true human experience! From her past trials she has been able to flip the script on mistakes she's made and also form a successful clothing line business as well as a non profit that sets out to help those struggling to find a new path on life! This show goes deep into what makes us judge, what makes us forgive and what can make us more empathetic to those around us! We also dive into why we be...
Mar 11, 2022•2 hr 3 min
Today we have the pleasure to speak with Filmmaker Scott Linson on Around The Reel! Scott is a creator here in the PNW and has a fascinating story, a wonderful sense of humor and is a determined entrepreneur! Our show is about the artist! Yes! We discuss the arts but our goal is to get to know the person behind it! Scott shares an amazing story of opportunity, ups and downs and what it takes to stay on the path of success! Positivity is a key element and he is proof of that! From his military ba...
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 40 min
Today filmmaker Tokala Tatum joins us for a deep, touching and powerful conversation on filmmaking and the emotions that come with it. Tokala is Native American and he shares with us his culture, why he made his new film "Torn Apart", the struggles making the film and also how he personally changed during the process. It's a difficult subject matter Tokala is tackling in this story. Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman (MMIW). The emotions he has about this topic and how it affects his communit...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr 43 min
Today we welcome Ray Mack to our show! Ray considers himself a "Home Cook" and with his skillset has created a very successful YouTube Channel called Ray Mack's Kitchen & Grill! With close to 600K subscribers Ray Mack delivers a very real and raw cooking channel for his viewership. From home cooked meals, recipes and more Ray entertains as well as preaches his philosophy on how to take on this Human Experience we all have. His motto is "Love and not Hate!" Join us today as we dive into who R...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Today on Around The Reel we welcome photographer Ian Phares to the studio! We are always trying to explain the creative world to those who don't understand it and on this episode Ian drops the knowledge to end the confusion! As a photographer Ian has a philosophy that is not only inspiring but also; true! Join us as we dive into the world of an artist that believes you have to take your shot, leave your footprint and to be tough as nails! From working with clients, fighting through adversity, me...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Today we celebrate our 100th episode of Around The Reel and we couldn't have been blessed more by the support! On todays program we welcome Sone Tuvale to the studio! Sone is an actor here in the PNW and is the essence of what makes the film community here so special! Not only do we get to know about his drive & ambitions but we also learn what makes Sone's passion come to life! Also, we have bonus guests join us for our very first " Call In " show! This episode is big fun, emotional and abo...
Feb 08, 2022•2 hr 22 min
Today we welcome Z Nation's very own Russell Hodgkinson to Around The Reel! Russell has done some amazing tv and films! But this very Human discussion sheds a new light on what it is really like to be an actor in this industry. We dive into so many wonderful topics from his career, how it can be hard to say "NO", learning by doing, losing your steam and so much more! We also go into his 5 years on the hit series Z Nation, his great role in a local film entitled Maysville and how he got started a...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 11 min
On todays episode we welcome filmmaker Michael Hawes! Michael has done multiple jobs on film sets from PA, Boom Operator, Juicer, Voice Actor to Director! He is a Swiss Army Knife filmmaker! Join us as we learn about his experiences on sets of feature films, Disney productions, Ghost Hunters and so much more! Now a resident of the Pacific Northwest, Michael is here to push his filmmaking career to another level! We dive into resume building, film school, his work and his personal story! Michael ...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 19 min
Today we welcome director SJ Chiro to our show! SJ's most recent film East Of The Mountains is a milestone film for an indie filmmaker! What's it like to direct a film with major stars like Tom Skerritt and Mira Sorvino? We talk about it right here! SJ is an actors director and her philosophy for creating a film is linked with love! As a leader she connects with her cast, her crew and above all else the project in general. She has to feel it! We dive into so many topics on this episode; the ins ...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Today we welcome Raymond Power back to our show! Raymond is an actor here in the Pacific Northwest that is not only going after his dream but offering inspiration, knowledge and hope to everyone pushing through the filmmaking industry! He has an incredible story but besides that has a fantastic work ethic! We discuss his approach to acting, how he found his team of supporters from Agents to Managers to PR! It's a tough gig getting started in this business but Raymond breaks it down and doesn't s...
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 50 min
On today's show the three of us discuss the importance of embracing "Who You Are!" It's important to recognize that all of us have garbage. Stuff in our lives we aren't proud of and that we hope stay under the rocks we buried them under. However, today we reveal some of our trash! In this industry and especially this culture, baggage can catch up with you so why not pull a B-Rabbit and beat them at their own game! We also discuss our early films, things we've learned over the years, our podcast ...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 27 min
One of the best shows we've done! Today we welcome Leslie Goyette & Michele Englehart to Around The Reel! These two wonderful filmmakers created the feature film Maysville! A stunning indie film that proves with dedication, commitment and work you can create a magical film that competes with the studios! We dive in on how they created Maysville from production, financing, planning, locations, crowdfunding... you name it we talk about it! And also, we discuss their motto, "The Power Of The As...
Jan 15, 2022•2 hr 12 min
Today we sit down with Guitarist Switchblade Blake! Music is an artwork in and of itself! Musicians are amazing creatives that can tap into something most can't comprehend. Switchblade is that kind of musician! He is the essence of practice makes perfect! In 3 short years this young artist has defied what most take a lifetime to accomplish! He is an absolutely amazing musician! We chat about his influences from Metallica to Van Halen, how he learned to play, using his time during the pandemic an...
Jan 12, 2022•1 hr 4 min
On today's episode Samantha and Aaron sit down with their daughter and artist Eva Carlson. Eva is 12 years old and is an amazing creator! From sketching, painting and a variety of other art forms including Glass Blowing there hasn't been a platform she hasn't excelled at! We discuss family, how she is dealing with the pandemic at school, friends, boys and above all else her desire to become an architect one day! It's amazing to see how talent starts at such a young age and know that with the rig...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 10 min
On today's episode we welcome back Actor Carl Covington for an emotionally charged discussion that dives into race , culture , our compassion as people and how we all can work together collectively to make the right changes today! We need to have new dialogues and not the same " cookie cutter " conversations that have been had for years and years that don't move the needle in a new direction. Carl is definitely the type of guy to initiate those types of discussions! The race divide is something ...
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 45 min
Today we welcome filmmaker Carly Vester to the show! Carly has made two outstanding documentaries! 700 Feet Down which tells the story of the fall of the Narrows Bridge and also Stand Up; which follows two women who fight through the harrowing waters of the Puget Sound! Our conversation takes us on a remarkable journey of filmmaking: from shooting a documentary, finding the story within the footage, what editing a doc is like and how tricky it is, film festivals and so much more. In this industr...
Dec 22, 2021•1 hr 45 min
What a special episode for all of you today! Around The Reel welcomes filmmaker Andrew Hernández & composer Ben Thatcher to our show! Andrew has a new documentary out entitled "The Biggest Dream". The Arecibo Observatory fell in 2020. This radar system was vital for so many reasons, not just for planetary defense but for the citizens in Puerto Rico. We dive into the project, the reasons Andrew felt it was necessary to tell this tale, the challenges making it, what its like creating a feature...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 26 min
Today we sit down with filmmaker Dina McNeil! Dina is a remarkably humble and eloquent filmmaker here in the Pacific Northwest! Her humor and heart goes a long way, not only in her day to day life, but in her films as well. Filmmaking is a part time gig for her, but a passion nonetheless. We dive into to some very interesting topics for creatives: Characters, writing, how people in your life influence your work, how important creative outlets are and one extremely fascinating topic... how we all...
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Today's BONUS EPISODE is a touchy one. Our local film community is one of the most talented and fun groups around! However, like anything else, it has its issues. Recently we've seen division in our local community and we don't like it. So, as Around The Reel, we feel obligated to address the issue at hand and offer our advice, help and opinions on the matter. There's no reason for us to actually take sides in this industry unless the threat is real! Conversation, communication, education and ex...
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Today we welcome filmmaker and entrepreneur Carlos Ortiz to our show. Carlos understands the business side of filmmaking and he shares with us his vision, his approach and how he's working to bring the filmmaking industry to the Pacific Northwest. We dive into his background, growing up in east L.A., finding his love for film, his years of networking and why he's determined to keep the money for filmmakers here in the Northwest. Join us for this educational, mind changing episode full of perserv...
Dec 06, 2021•2 hr
Today we sit down with talented and well respected filmmaker Aaron Fokus Switzer! Some conversations are meant to occur and this is one of them. From his early beginnings as a DJ to now making his own films, Aaron's story is inspiring! We jump right in learning about his music background, turning photography into filmmaking and hosting his own radio show The Green Room. We also tackle some tough subjects from culture, getting dragged on Facebook and how racism can end with one generation making ...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 51 min
Today on Around The Reel the three of us discuss the importance of building a team, building a community and sharing with everyone in the industry. It's vital that all creatives understand that this isn't a competition amongst one another but more of a family of creatives in different boats sailing the waters alone... Let's all board the same vessel and make the trip better for us all! Sam dives in to the emotional side of needing others, Chuck shares his views on "Joining Together" and Aaron sh...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Today we welcome filmmaker Steven Eaton to our show! Steven has not only become a filmmaker in his career with films like "Assassins Code" and "Death Fighter" but has also ventured into animation and is working on his own series called "Universal Opera!" A Sci-Fi Fantasy animated project he's put a lot of time into. We dive into what has inspired him and why he's determined to be a filmmaker. We also go into multiple topics (like we always do) ranging from the state of our country, cancel cultur...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 49 min
