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“FilmDirectorsWorkshop” Podcast Brought to you by the DGNEY (Directors Guild of North East Yishun) CC, “FilmDirectorsWorkshop” is a podcast where directors and crew talks cock about filming in Singapore. Each episode features a different director and crew shining a light on their projects and their journey into filmmaking.
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Welcome to "Prison to Millions," a weekly podcast that serves as a beacon of hope, resilience, and transformation. Hosted by Andre Norman, widely recognized as "The Ambassador of Hope," this series delves into the riveting journeys of individuals who have navigated the challenging path from incarceration to entrepreneurial success. Andre Norman's own remarkable story of metamorphosis, from a life embroiled in crime and violence culminating in a sentence of over 100 years in prison, to a reve ...
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What makes a city unforgettable? Join us in this engaging episode as we humorously debate the historical and cultural significance of the Delaware Valley with our guest, Gervase Peterson. From the iconic landmarks of Philadelphia like the Liberty Bell and Ben Franklin's house to George Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware River, this episod…
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Meet the incredible Ferin Chanel, an inspiring figure from Lawnside, New Jersey, the first incorporated black city in the state. Ferin shares her captivating journey growing up in a close-knit community where everyone had each other's backs. She recounts the cultural shifts she experienced transitioning to a more diverse high school, from dealing w…
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Ever wondered how supermodels keep finding their way onto our show? We’re thrilled to have Big E11ven in the house, who opens up about her incredible journey navigating heartbreak and finding strength. From the significant moments that tie her to the number 11, including the birth of her son and surviving a car accident, to our shared admiration fo…
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Growing up in a broken home and facing the harsh realities of life in the projects, I found myself spiraling into the criminal justice system. Join me, Andre Norman, and my remarkable guest E Ness as we candidly recount our journeys from incarceration to inspiring success stories. We kick off by reflecting on the impact of our upbringings, sharing …
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Dre Lloyd, an accomplished artist and digital marketer hailing from New Jersey. Dre shares his remarkable 15-year journey in the rap industry and how a crucial digital marketing class during the COVID-19 pandemic transformed his approach to promoting music. Learn about Dre’s deep understanding of music co…
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How do you grapple with the heartbreak of seeing your children behind bars, despite your best efforts as a parent? In today's emotionally charged episode of "Prison to Millions," we sit down with Dr. Bradley Camper, a distinguished PhD in Human Services specializing in Family Studies and Intervention Strategies. Dr. Brad opens up about his personal…
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Unlock the secrets of longevity in the ever-changing music industry with our special guest, Don Michael Jr, as we traverse the landscape of his career, marked by both achievements and learning curves. Don shares the influence of his father's musical legacy on his life and how he juggles the challenges of staying relevant as an older rapper amidst t…
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The toughest battles often lead to the most inspiring victories, and my big brother Dominic Williams is a testament to that. His transformation from a life marked by incarceration to the captain of a thriving trucking empire is a story of resilience, determination, and the power of second chances. As we talk together, we peel back the layers of his…
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When the rhythms of Panama's lively streets collide with the quiet suburbs of South Jersey, you get the unique backdrop for DJ Caesar's life story, shared in our latest episode. He sits down with me, Andre Norman, not just to spin tracks but to weave the tale of his bicultural roots, the imprints of family and belonging, and how the echoes of a hom…
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Camden, New Jersey has been a crucible for transformation, much like my own life. It's where I met Devinwade Robinson, a man whose creative journey from logo design to building sets for the Devinwade Network has inspired many, including myself. Our collaboration is a story of unexpected partnerships—how direct communication and shared vision can le…
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The fierce rivalry between our cities' football teams is more than just a game; it's a symbol of the passion and dedication that echo through our lives. My brother David Padilla and I swap tales of Super Bowl glories and the heart-pounding excitement of gridiron battles. But our conversation quickly takes a deeper turn, exploring the true nature of…
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Discovering the perfect balance between suburban serenity and the pulsating heart of city life may seem like threading a needle with your eyes closed, but Cynthia, aka Cyn Ciddy, has it down to an art. She joins us from the comforts of her Pennsylvania home to regale tales of her evolution from Cherry Hill to household tranquility, sprinkled with l…
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The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd—baseball isn't just a game; it's a thread in the fabric of American history. Reggie Jackson's legendary performance is more than a fond family memory for me—it's a gateway to a feisty debate about baseball championships with my co-host, Al of “Crimefaces.” We take a swing at the weighty issues surrounding…
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Unlock the transformative power of dance with Ciji Carr, a New Jersey dance studio owner, and myself, Andre Norman, as we reveal the magic of movement in uniting communities and empowering individuals. From my early days as one of Boston's original breakdancers to the current scene where Ciji's studio doubles as a social hub, we share the rhythms t…
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I had the pleasure of talking to James Lee late last year, and this long podcast episode is the result. I can't tell you how much I learned in these 1.6 hours. James Lee is such a filmmaking dynamo. He's precise, generous in sharing and loaded with filmmaking stories and anecdotes. I don't want to swing the overused word 'masterclass" here but I ca…
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Reflecting on my own brush with adversity, I couldn't help but be moved by SneakerBox Chock's transformation from serving a 20-year prison term to spearheading an inspiring nonprofit, New Soles. His remarkable journey, fraught with the challenges of reintegration after nearly a decade behind bars, reaffirms the indomitable human spirit. Today's con…
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Fashion icon and former basketball star Charles Jay unveils his extraordinary life story, revealing how he conquered childhood cancer and rose to prominence through sheer determination and a passion for style. Join us in an intimate conversation that takes us from the basketball courts of Rutgers Camden to the vibrant pulse of the fashion industry,…
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When my brother B. McFly sat across from me, his eyes told a story deeper than words could capture—a tale of pain, perseverance, and ultimately, triumph over addiction. His voice, steady and sincere, carried the weight of a journey through the darkness of substance abuse, one that began in the shadow of our parents' struggles and threaded into his …
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Radiate with the transformative Angel Energy of Philadelphia's own Asia Sparks, as she takes the mic to share her spiritual awakening and the impact of faith on her life and music. Baptism, beats, and a bold future in acting and reality TV, Asia's narrative weaves through the power of conscious choices, drawing us in with her impromptu performance …
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Growing up in a single-parent household in North Philadelphia, Brother Anthony Wright's early life was fraught with challenges that many would find insurmountable. Yet, in our latest episode, Anthony shares his awe-inspiring journey of adversity, highlighting his wrongful conviction and the resilience it took to reclaim his life after spending 25 y…
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FDW is back!!! Huge apologies. But FDW will be back as regular as I can keep this up. A nice slate of new activities planned and new energy an vigour. Let me clear the backlogue first. I was worried that these were recorded some time back that its not relevant coz the subjects have went on to great things BUT I found the conversation still very int…
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Li Lin Wee Director. Storyteller. Wee Li Lin (b. 1973) is one of the pioneer female filmmakers in Singapore. Her films have a signature humour, warmth, and whimsy to them. Li Lin has made numerous short films, two feature films, as well as several telemovies and commercials. She has won several awards locally and internationally, such as "Best Dire…
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Yuni Hadi is a film curator and producer specializing in the management of film and media projects. She has spent a large part of her career promoting Singapore and Southeast Asian cinema. Hadi headed the Singapore International Film Festival in 2009, and 2014-2019 as its Executive Director covering its 25th to 30th edition. In 2017, she co-curated…
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Don Aravind has been consistently been straddling between film and television with integral relationships of both mediums, finding a balance that fuels his creative oeuvre. His award winning short films have been screened locally and internationally at film festivals. In 2015, he was the pioneer batch of directors that worked on Singapore’s first E…
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Don Aravind has been consistently been straddling between film and television with integral relationships of both mediums, finding a balance that fuels his creative oeuvre. His award winning short films have been screened locally and internationally at film festivals. In 2015, he was the pioneer batch of directors that worked on Singapore’s first E…
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A FDW CCB Spinoff. Here we talk to the other filmmaking departments. We did an 'Actors Talk Back' with Kheng Hua and now its 'DPs Talk back' with Amandi Wong. Amandi was the first DP i met nearly 15 years ago. In this episode, Amandi talks about working with directors Ho Tze Nyen, Chai Yee Wei, Jacen Tan and Jack Neo. He shares what his lighting an…
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Episode 9 - Chai Yee Wei. We have known each other through the years but only a lil closer after he really helped me out with the DCP of 'Diamond Dogs' and even recently 'The Last Song". Always a trusted friend and ally in the SG film industry, he had put aside his Directing for a good few years and then came back in a big way after his Win in Shor…
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Chai Yee Wei, Grand Prix winner of Short Shorts, an Academy Accredited Festival, with his short film "Benjamin's Last Day at Katong Swimming Complex”(2018), has a career as diverse as his interests. He has co-written and directed several feature films across genres ranging from horror (Blood Ties), to dark comedy (Twisted), and musical rom com (Tha…
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WARNING- SALTY LANGUAGE including CB and we don’t mean Circuit Breaker. Episode 6, folks! Long long long overdue. My fault. Director Ler’s Part Two. Continuing with more insights into directing his crazy awesome HBO ‘Invisible Stories’. If you haven’t binged this, you’re a ‘invisible story’ :) Binge!- you owe it to yourself to watch this one. Ler J…
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Sorry for the delay- been swamped by CCB WFH deluge. I’ll try to be punctual… haha. Our last part of the CCB Specials with Kheng Hua when she was back in SG. This is the episode where she talks about her LA forays and a glimpse into her working on the current Grey's Anatomy Season 16, Marco Polo and Kung Fu etc. And her lil encouragement to any Dir…
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Episode 5, folks! So far Guoshen & Glenn are personal friends but this episode we have a director I don’t really have too much interaction with before this. We know each other in many ‘Hi, Bye’ flybys and I did work with his wonderful actress wife, Wendy Toh in ‘Diamond Dogs’. In this episode we talked about his uber awesome ‘Invisible Stories’ bef…
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Continuing our CCB Special with Kheng Hua when she was back in SG and just before the CCB was installed. In this episode she shares her thought processes with working with other actors, directors and talks about her work on Marco Polo, Crazy Rich Asians and recently Grey’s Anatomy. And discover what is the worst piece of direction you can give her …
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Episode 4, folks! Thanks for support so far. Hundreds have tuned in. Ok… I exaggerate- a hundred plus have tuned in-haha. But I’m still happy:) This episode continues with the 2nd Part of Talking with Glenn Chan. He shares his processes working with actors, difficult scenes and reveals his career first love- directing or cinematography. Sorry for t…
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Before we jump back into our regular drop on Wednesdays-continuing our PODCAST with GLENN CHAN, we wanted to try something new on this also New show. Talking to Kheng Hua when she was back in SG last week and just when the CCB was announced, that talk was so full of great info- so I thought maybe I'll add CCB Specials for peeps to spend more time h…
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Glenn Chan is a Singaporean Director of Films and Television whom has been progressively integral to the local media industry since his directorial debut in 2002. He has lend his talent as Director, Director of Photography and Writer to a multitude of noteworthy works, helming a range of content alongside some of Singapore’s top production companie…
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Episode Two Continues the Talk with multi-hyphenated Wang Guoshen. Film and TV Director /Writer/ ExecutiveProducer. Film Directors Workshop. A Personal Passion Project - A Podcast on Directing in Singapore. Super long overdue as some were recorded late last year-Yikes! Check out every week for a rambling talk cock sessions with SG and non SG Direct…
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00:01: Is there a difference between a film set and a TV set? 01:20 Having more resources and time on a film set, do you experiment more? 02:10 Producers & Directors predicament 02:25 Is there more pressure on a film set? 03:00 Do you expect the same from the same actors on a TV project or a Film project 04:20 How do you get your start on your Dire…
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