In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker Danielle Beckmann about her new film “Liza Anonymous” that will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Movie is funny. Danielle is funny, but is this episode funny? We'll you’ll see! Enjoy the show.
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker Thomas M Harting ( J Team, A Timeless Christmas, Harry & Megan: Becoming Royal) about his career as a Director of Photography and the importance of good collaboration on set.
Have you ever wonder what a Publicist does and why you should get one? Ryan talks with MIA HANSEN (Portrait PR) about what it is like being a Publicist and when is the right time to hire her to help you level up your career.
In this episode the tables are turned! Lars Lindstrom, the host of the “Creative Income” podcast interviews RYAN LITTLE (Forever Strong, Saints and Soldiers, Age of Dragons) about how he got started in the film industry and how he was able to become a full-time film director. This one is going to put you right to sleep.
In this episode Ryan talks with actor AMANDA PAYTON (Code 404, Trial & Error, Animal Kingdom) about what it was like to make a Christmas movie together.
In this episode Ryan talks with actor EVE MAURO (The Oath, Age of the Living Dead, Land of the Lost) about what it was like for her to come to LA with nothing but a suitcase and how she managed to navigate the unpredictable waters of Hollywood to become a full-time actor.
In this episode Ryan talks with cinematographer LARS LINDSTROM ( Dashing Into December, Christmas on the Menu, Dark / Web ) about the tools and techniques he uses to shoot a 10 page day like a pro.
In this episode Ryan talks with editor KRISTI SHIMEK ( Inheritance, Little Women, The Night Clerk ) about what it is like to be an editor on the new Fox television series NEXT.
In this episode Ryan talks with actor DOUG TAIT (Annabelle Comes Home, CW Legacies, Hellboy) about how he went from playing Frankenstein at Universal Studios to getting the opportunity to play some of the most iconic Monsters and Villains in Hollywood, including Jason Voorhees himself. Doug takes off the mask to give us an in depth look at what it takes to play these demanding roles.
In this episode Ryan talks with Filmmaker PETER SULLIVAN (Secret Obsession, The Sandman, Christmas under Wraps, Tail of Two Coreys) about the pros and cons of being a Producer, Writer and a Director in this industry. It’s a fantastic interview full of great advice and insight.
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker KEONI BOWTHORPE about his documentary SAVING JAWS and what it is like to shoot underwater with these Apex Predators. It’s an amazing interview about importance of shark preservation.
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker RICK PAGE (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, High School Musical 3, Touched by an Angel, Sangin) about what it is like to be the Director of Photography on the NBC series BROOKLYN NINE-NNE.
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker CHRIS VANDERSCHAAF about what it is like to shoot super slow-mo on high tech Phantom cameras and Robotic arms to capture those perfect moments. He has worked for such clients as: Adidas, Audi, Disney and PlayStation. Chris Vanderschaaf: Instagram - https://instagram.com/chrisvtv?igshid=1ndvv7n99p5t9 Website - https://www.chrisv.tv/ YouTube - https://m.youtube.com/chrisvanderschaaf?uid=D2YeZr7e4PlInsdoKmGKhQ
In this episode Ryan talks with Filmmaker NORMAN BUCKLEY ( Sweet Magnolias, Pretty Little Liars, Gossip Girl, The O.C ) about his journey from full-time Editor to become a successful Television Director. Norm shares so many great tips and tricks for up and coming directors that you’ll need a notebook to keep track of it all!
In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Film Director JOE MENENDEZ (Siren, From Dusk Till Dawn, 12 Monkeys, Legends of the Hidden Temple) about how he works as a director and how he built his directing brand.
In this episode Ryan talks with JEFF TERÄVÄINEN (Utopia Falls, Dark Matter, 12 Monkeys) about how he became an actor and what it has been like to work on some of the coolest Science Fiction shows on Television. JEFF TERÄVÄINEN Instagram - https://instagram.com/jeffteravainen?igshid=2dvhsfxp49tx Twitter - https://twitter.com/JeffTeravainen
In this episode Ryan talks with AMANDA FULLER (Last Man Standing, Orange is the New Black, Red White and Blue) about what she loves about being on the sitcom "Last Man Standing" and what it was like for her to direct an episode this last season. AMANDA FULLER: INSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/akaamandafuller?igshid=1li5eluyrbr1g TWITTER - https://twitter.com/amandafuller27...
In this episode Ryan talks with Screenwriter JOHN CHRISTIAN PLUMMER (Mystery 101, Granite Flats, Join or Die with Craig Ferguson) about his writing process on the hit television series MYSTERY 101 for the Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Channel. We also revisit and talk about working together on the series GRANITE FLATS. John Christian Plummer Instragram https://instagram.com/johnchristianplummer?igshid=nu34lwsdw2vn Twitter https://twitter.com/jchristianplum Mystery 101 / Hallmark Movies and Myste...
In this episode Ryan talks with actor RACHEL BOSTON ( SEAL Team, The Last Bridesmaid, 500 Days of Summer, American Dream, Witches of East End) about her acting career, how she got into producing movies for the Hallmark Channel and why a sheep might just be her spirit animal. It’s a super fun episode. RACHEL BOSTON Twitter - https://twitter.com/rachelboston Instagram - https://instagram.com/rachelboston?igshid=17janosffn9iy Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RachelBostonOfficial/ LOST IN ISOLATI...
In this episode Ryan talks with actor NOAH SEGAN (Knives Out, War Pigs, Looper, Brick) about how he prepares for the roles he gets to play on the big screen. Noah Segan Instagram - https://instagram.com/kidblue?igshid=1qwccpwdky0sk Twitter - https://twitter.com/kidblue
In this episode Ryan talks with Director STACIA CRAWFORD (Hidden in Plain Sight, My Evil Stepdad, Dead Silent) about how she went from being an Actor to a Producer and then from a Producer to a successful Director. Stacia Crawford: Instagram - https://instagram.com/staciacrawford?igshid=tdubynpx5at2 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Stacia_Crawford...
In this episode Ryan talks with ROBYN LIVELY (Teen Witch, Karate Kid III, Twin Peaks, Gortimer Gibbons) about what it’s like growing up in Hollywood as a kid actor and how she still gets recognized as Louise Miller from the hit movie TEEN WITCH. Robyn Lively: Instagram - https://instagram.com/robynlively?igshid=1mc3qvf7jwrtx Twitter - https://twitter.com/RobynLively
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker ALEX FERRARI (On the Corner of Ego and Desire, This is Meg, White Latina) about about his new book “Rise of the Filmtrepreneur,” which breaks down how to actually make money with your film. The "Filmtrepreneur Method" will set you up for success. Check out the book here: https://filmtrepreneur.com/rise-of-the-filmtrepreneur-book/
In this episode Ryan talks with the LEWIS BROTHERS (Rhett, Burke and Taylor) about how they started their production company “Atomic City” and what it’s like to run a film business with your siblings. These guys have created awesome content for such companies as Amazon, Microsoft, Slamdance and Norbest.
In this episode Ryan talks with professional Screenwriter KRAIG WENMAN (Secret Obsession, Cyberstalker, A Beautiful Place to Die) about what it takes to be a working Screenwriter and how not to not lose your mind during the process. Kraig has had over 27 scripts produced for TV Networks such as Hallmark, Netflix and Lifetime Channel.
In this episode Ryan talks with Film Director SEAN OLSON ( Max Winslow and the House of Secrets, Christmas Wonderland, The Other Mother, F.R.E.D.I. ) about how stating out as an Editor has helped him to be a better Director on set. He also talks about his new company TRASH PANDA.
In this episode Ryan talks with MICHAEL PECCHIA, Executive Producer at Aaron Sims Creative (Stranger Things, Planet of the Apes, Rampage, Ready Player One) about the importance of planning out VFX shots in pre-production to save money and time on set.
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker JEANETTE JOLLEY (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin, Party Down South) about what it takes to produce Reality Television and the ups and downs of working on Non-Scripted Entertainment.
In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Canadian CINDY BUSBY (The Wrong Daughter, A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Cedar Cove) about how she became an actor, what it’s like working on a Hallmark movie and how to really pronounce “Captain Crunch” in French.
In this episode Ryan talks with TARYN O’NEILL (Bill Nye Saves the World, Continuum, Granite Flats, NCIS) about what she learned from working at top talent agencies: Gersh and William Morris and how she went on to directing her first science fiction film called LIVE.
