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Indie Film Hustle is dedicated to showing you how to hack filmmaking & the film business. Interviews with Acadamy Award® / Oscar nominees and industry professionals giving you the real deal from the inside with no BS, just the truth on what it takes to survive and thrive doing what you love. We discuss cinematography, RED Camera, Arri Alexa, Blackmagic camera, post production, color grading, filmmaking, visual effects, motion graphics, film festivals, editing, film crews, directing, producin ...
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🌒 Welcome to The Documentary Filmmaker Podcast - great to have you here! Join us every week as we dive into untouched areas of filmmaking that go above and beyond conventional film school teachings. Your host, Sue Collins, will navigate you through the independent filmmaking industry, guiding you to amplify your craft and foster sustainable careers. With over 15 years of experience in documentary and impact films, Sue's expertise has resonated globally, captivating audiences through various ...
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Want to find a Houston-area place to volunteer that is right for you? Listen along as your host Paul H. Cannon interviews local Houston-area mission leaders and participants about their mission and how you can be a part of something bigger right here in Houston, Texas. When Paul H. Cannon was in his late 20s, He was the missions coordinator for a bible study class of 165 people at Second Baptist Westway Campus in Houston. One of the challenges he ran across was finding local mission projects ...
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On this episode of Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, Paul Cannon, talks with Quincy Collins, founder of Families Helping Families. In 2013, Quincy and some friends helped out one family within his church that was struggling at Thanksgiving. From this a vision was born with the goal of feeding as many familie…
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On Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, your host, Paul Cannon, talks with Nicole Davis, the executive director of Operation: Achieve Independence. Operation: Achieve Independence was started in 2017 when its founder, Tina James, felt a calling from God to create a non-profit organization intended to help young…
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This is a rerelease of the original video produced when Susan Leining a/k/a Cookies for a Cause came to the offices of Simmons and Fletcher to teach her cookie decorating classes as a way to raise money for Alzheimer’s research and awareness. Cookies for a Cause by Susan is a mission to raise money to fight Alzheimer’s and bring awareness to the co…
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This episode of Meet Houston Missions features Ryan Kreipe, the Manager of Braes Interfaith Resale Store & IT Director for Braes Interfaith Ministries. Braes Interfaith Ministries serves the needs of the southwest side of Houston providing food and clothing for less fortunate people as well as clothing for people transitioning from prison back to t…
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This episode of The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast features Mark Brown, CEO of West Houston Assistance Ministries (WHAM). WHAM is a place of hope and respite for those in need. By providing responsive support through short-term assistance with food, rent, utilities, disaster relief, seasonal programs (eg. Thanksgiving and Christmas Mea…
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In this episode, we revisit Melinda Stephenson, the Executive Director of Clothed by Faith. Our original visit with her took place on November 19, 2021, when we were only doing Zoom episodes. We rereleased the episode in April of 2024 as a podcast and have since learned that Clothed by Faith has grown exponentially in the past 3 years as a mission …
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Ron Peters, the Executive Director of Katy Responds talks with us about the various disasters they have provided recovery assistance for in this Episode of Meet Houston Missions. Katy Responds is a nonprofit organization that restores homes destroyed or damaged by disaster by seeking funding, and then coordinating the work with local volunteers and…
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions, we meet Mark Martin, the Vice President of Community Engagement for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star--an organization that aims to build relationships between mentors adults, and children in grades K through 12 that will empower the little brothers and sisters to reach their full potential in life. They d…
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In the 97th episode of the Moonshine Moonshot podcast, Sue is back with director and impact filmmaker Mike Hill. A slight twist this week, as it's Mike's turn to interview Sue, and the topic is building audiences for independent film projects. Have you ever tried to drum up an audience for your own projects? It's not as easy as it sounds. So Sue is…
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In this episode, Paul Talks to Amanda L. Payne, the Developmental Director for Walk MS. Walk MS is one of the two main fundraising organizations for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The second one is the Texas MS150. Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., has been privileged to be a part of Walk MS Houston and the Texas MS 150 in several capacities fr…
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“...one of the beauties that I’ve experienced in making documentary films over 20 years, is that what you get, is usually better than what you imagine.” - a little pearl from Mike Hill, Director, Impact Filmmaker and special guest on this week's Moonshine Moonshot podcast. This ep dives into Mike's unique approach to directing, and how trusting in …
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions, we meet with Shauna Huffington, the Campaign Development Director for the Texas Gulf Coast Region of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The Leukemia Society was founded in 1949 by the parent of Robbie Roesler de Villiers, a young man who was taken by Leukemia in 1944 at the age of 16. It was later renamed t…
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In the name of lights, camera, action - and CUT 🎬 In the 95th episode of the Moonshine Moonshot podcast, your host Sue Collins talks about the importance of clear comms and the Production Bible - the ultimate assets for any production. A Production Bible is… well… “the” bible - it’s the gospel for your production. The production bible you create wi…
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“Simplicity is the Ultimate Sophistication” - Leonardo da Vinci In the 94th episode of the Moonshine Moonshot podcast, host Sue Collins discusses the beauty of simplicity; an art that is at times overlooked or not considered, but in reality, keeping things simple may just be the key ingredient you need to make things happen. Do you have a goal in m…
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In Episode 1 of Meet Houston Missions, we hear from Julie Malin, the South Texas Director for Heroes for Children. Heroes for Children is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization that advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children (0-22 years of age) battling cancer. Since 2004, Heroes for Children has provid…
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On Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, your host, Paul Cannon, talks with Bob Patton, the executive director of Fulshear Outreach and Development Corporation D/B/A Family Hope Fulshear. Family Hope Fulshear started in 2014 when a group of pastors and community leaders came together to address the need for fami…
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In the 93rd episode of the Moonshine Moonshot podcast, host Sue Collins discusses the fundamentals that make a story impactful in filmmaking, and how YOU can use impact storytelling to create films that inspire real-world change. From the importance of a compelling narrative to the significance of a call to action - Sue explores how impactful story…
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On this episode of Meet Houston Missions and the Simmons and Fletcher, Local Missions Podcast, Bobbie Mark, the Executive Director of Redeemed Ministries discusses how they have helped over 150 women escape from the bonds of human trafficking. Since 2010, Redeemed Ministries has operated one of the longest-running safe houses for victims of human t…
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With International Women’s Day approaching (on Friday 8th March 2024 to be exact!) we thought this would be a great topic for our 92nd episode. Your host, Sue Collins, discusses gender equality in filmmaking and emphasizes the importance of having women in leadership roles behind the camera (and beyond). Drawing from over 15 years of experience as …
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On Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, your host Paul Cannon talks with Allison Meier Madrigal, the founder and CEO of Rescue America. Rescue America started as Rescue Houston in 2014 and in 2019 experienced such an outpouring of nationwide need for their services that they rebranded as Rescue America. They ar…
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So - you've got a script, a vision, and the passion to tell your story - what next? The 91st episode outlines the importance of planning your production journey before setting foot on the set. That's so your film has the best chance of success. If the idea of planning is making your eyes glaze over, you're not alone. But as you embark on your next …
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Today's guest on Meet Houston Missions & The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast is Lea Byrd, the Mobilization Manager, for The Landing. The Landing is an organization dedicated to “walking alongside of victims of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation.” They are located on Bissonnett Street in Houston, Texas in an area where …
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions & The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, meet Briana McCulloch, Executive Director of the Kailee Mills Foundation. The Kailee Mills Foundation was formed in 2017 to spread awareness of the importance of always wearing your seatbelt while riding in a vehicle at any speed to any place since you never…
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Welcome to your first Moonshine Moonshot podcast for 2024! In the 90th episode, I'm (Sue Collins) reflecting on my own journey in the film industry, and discussing the different paths you - as a filmmaker - can take to help kickstart your film career: from freelancing, to working for others, or even running your own show. I'm sharing some of the le…
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions & The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, hear from Barry Hart, the Executive Director of Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries a/k/a T.E.A.M. Mr. Hart tells us how T.E.A.M. partners with local businesses to serve low income, individuals and families that live in the Tomball area or are members at…
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In this episode of the Meet Houston Missions Podcast, we talk to Dr. Monique Williams the Chief Advancement Office of Bread of Life, Inc. Bread of Life, Inc. has been operating as a mission to help feed and rehabilitate Houston’s homeless for over three decades. They operate in conjunction with a sister mission Tominos, that provides housing in 5 d…
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Hear from Lisa Modglin, the Administrative Manager of Mesa Outreach as Host Paul H. Cannon interviews her about the various programs Mesa Outreach provides to less fortunate families in Bear Creek and the surrounding zip codes. They are located on the campus of Bear Creek United Methodist Church and like many missions, were born from the church but…
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The part 2 you've been waiting for all week!! Ok, so you may have just landed here and this episode is the second part of how to get views for your film. We all know that feeling of putting our heart and soul into creating a film or video, only to be disappointed when the views don't roll in automatically. But fear not, because in this episode, I'm…
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This topic is back by popular demand. And it makes sense because when you create a film and post it to Youtube, you want people to watch it! But Independent filmmakers didn't get into filmmaking to write copy so it's not second nature. This Episode 88 is Part 1 on how to write an effective YouTube description to maximise its potential to be discove…
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On this episode of Meet Houston Missions & The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, meet Victor Hay, the Director of Magnificat Houses. Magnificat Houses began in 1968 with one woman dedicating one hose to provide shelter, food, and support for women on the streets of Houston with mental health issues who had nowhere to go. Today, there are…
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This week I'm talking all about consistency and debating if it's really that important to being a successful filmmaker? If you're like me then consistency isn't your strength, which feels problematic considering so many thought leaders tout that consistency is the key to success. So what are the benefits of embracing consistency, creativity, innova…
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In this episode, Paul H. Cannon talks with The President of Katy Cares, Dr. Dawid J. Pieterse, Th.D., M.M., A.P., Lt. Col.. Katy Cares is a Christian Faith-based mission that provides mentoring, counseling, coaching training programs as well as other essential support services to single-parent families that have been disrupted by unexpected, trauma…
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This week host Sue Collins delves into the art of interviewing with special guest, Mike Hill. Mike's an award-winning documentary filmmaker and interviewer. Mike shares his experiences and advice for aspiring interviewers, emphasizing the importance of being engaged, a better listener, and on a journey of discovery. Listen in to find out how to con…
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In This episode of Meet Houston Missions and the Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, we meet Lynda Dierker, the Executive Director of Cy-Hope. Cy-Hope serves as a catalyst to bring needs and solutions together for at-risk children. Services provided include: Providing food to underprivileged children in the Cy-Fair area. Operating after-sc…
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Looking for ways to stay motivated and make progress every day? We all need a little boost of motivation from time to time, and in this episode, Sue provides some tips and strategies to help you stay inspired and driven. So where does motivation come from and how can you harness it when you need it? Listening to inspiring podcasts and watching film…
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This week is about the steps to go from freelance independent filmmaker to running your own show and building a sustainable career. Because what got you started isn't the same as what's going to get you to the next level. Dig in and start listening to learn more of the things they don't teach you at film school and how to produce a successful indep…
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In this episode of the Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, Host Paul H. Cannon talks to Diana Willetts, the Katy Area Representative for Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). There are several area representatives and numerous opportunities for parents to get involved as sponsors and students to get involved in Bible Studies. About the F…
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Local Missions Podcast, Ruhamah Rylander, the Founder and Executive Director of Keturah’s Haven, and her husband and cofounder David, tell our attorney Paul Cannon about their Nonprofit which focuses on providing housing for homeless pregnant women. Keturah’s Haven provide…
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Are you producing a documentary film? You'll need to interview people, lots of people from all different walks of life. Interviewing can be something that people find as scary as public speaking. Something many people say they would rather die than do. So don't let a fear of conducting an interview be the thing between you and realising your dream …
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Be adaptable and roll with the opportunities: One of the key lessons shared in this ep is the importance of being adaptable as a filmmaker. Sometimes, unexpected opportunities arise, like filming an unplanned interview when talent comes to town or encountering unforeseen delays. By embracing these opportunities and rolling with the punches, you can…
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In this episode of Meet Houston Missions and the Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, Host Paul H. Cannon talks to Sara Struwe, the CEO of the Spina Bifida Association. The Spina Bifida Association is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of people who suffer from Spina Bifida. Their goal is to improve their lives by providing re…
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Robin Jelinek has spent most of her life researching the meaning of life and studying metaphysics. Continued practice led her to a Kundalini Awakening (a profound spiritual experience), which sparked incredible change within her and opened her body to receiving unfiltered information from the universe.By sharing the information she receives, she ho…
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Thomas Workman is an intuitive channel, teacher, and energy healer, and has many years of experience teaching, channeling and counseling for a wide range of individuals and groups.While working in Washington DC, Thomas discovered his latent gifts in metaphysics, and through his mentor and instructor Sheila Cash, developed as an intuitive channel. T…
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Ever wanted to learn the dark craft of being able to pitch your story idea successfully? Stephanie Palmer has made it her life’s mission to help people do just that. Stephanie Palmer is a former MGM Pictures executive and best-selling author of the book “https://www.amazon.com/Good-Room-Yourself-Ideas-Audience/dp/0385520433/ref=as_sl_pc_qf_sp_asin_…
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November 18, 1973, at the age of 31, Betty J Eadie entered a hospital and died following her surgery where she experienced what is commonly known today as an NDE. 19 years later, following her death, Betty wrote about her experience.She authored the book titled “Embraced by the Light” that quickly became a New York Times number one best seller whic…
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For 20 years, Rose Thornton enjoyed a national reputation as an expert on old houses. The author of nine books, Rose has been featured on everything from PBS’ “History Detectives” to BBC Radio. In 2016, her husband committed suicide and two years later, Rose was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.After a “routine” medical procedure, Rose ble…
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On this episode of Meet Houston Missions and The Simmons and Fletcher Local Missions Podcast, we hear from Arden Stone, the CEO and Co-founder of Three Graces Texas. Three Graces Texas is a nonprofit organization aimed at improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by building strong foundations through education,…
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Karen Anderson is an award-winning Animal Communicator specializing in pet loss. For the past twenty-six years, she has guided thousands of heartbroken pet parents struggling with a loss to find peace and healing. Karen has written several books documenting her incredible journey sharing insights from the afterlife, including the international #1 b…
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Chris Soth developed the “Mini-Movie Method” after years of success as a Hollywood screenwriter. Chris has multiple projects in development at major Hollywood studios. This master storyteller is also an expert in pitching and selling - necessary tools for a screenwriter in Hollywood.Chris holds an MFA in screenwriting and a BA in Dramatic Literatur…
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Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author from the UK. He became a monk 29 years ago at Samye Ling Tibetan Monastery in Scotland, and has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years long.He is now regarded as one of the UK’s most influential meditation teachers, with pioneering work…
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