Best EFM Podcasts (2024)

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156: When HARD times hit, Maintaining Baseline Living 8:05

1d ago8:05

8:05

Life can really throw a major WRENCH at you from time to time. How do we manage just keeping up with the basics in holding balance together when hard things happen? Let's talk about how we handle tough times in Diplo living. Susie, Katie and Angi are all available to work directly with you and your family if you're seeking an accountability, check-…

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Making Micro-Budget Films That Shine 6:08

8d ago6:08

6:08

Welcome to another exciting episode of Filmmaking Stuff podcast. In this episode, we are delving into the world of creating brilliant micro-budget films. Our host, Tom Malloy, shares insights on how can you make your movie stand out, even with a limited budget. Citing examples from successful low-budget films like 'Blair Witch Project' and 'Paranor…

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155: School Refusal Author & Experts, Here to help YOU 22:38

9d ago22:38

22:38

When your child is standing up against you and REFUSING to go to school, you can find yourself in a cycle of arguments, exhaustion, confusion and sometimes everyone starts feeling like a failure. Help is HERE for you. Even if this hasn't happened in your home...chances are you know someone who has mentioned this recently or may be struggling with t…

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154: Co-Parenting: Differing Locations and Differing Perspecitves 28:21

15d ago28:21

28:21

Let's talk about Co-parenting. When two people (or more, when step-parents are involved) are working at raising children....we won't always agree on how to parent. Sharoya and Susie have some insight and ideas for you. Sharoya-- www.embracebehaviorchange.com Susie-- www.healthyexpatparent.com Find out more at: www.thebigpurpleblob.com…

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Can You Profit from Short Films? 6:17

15d ago6:17

6:17

In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff podcast, host Tom Malloy discusses the potential market and the inherent value of producing short films. Tom explains that the value of short films isn't necessarily about profit. Instead, short films present an opportunity to gain experience and create a 'calling card' as a filmmaker. Aspiring directors shou…

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153: College Application, TCK TEEN perspective, Overseas applying to US 32:07

23d ago32:07

32:07

A teen perspective on the college application process. Living OVERSEAS while applying to US schools. Sports, Volunteerwork, and more. Do grades really matter? SATs: are they essential? Do I need to tour and interview? Should I apply Early Decision? If you have a high school student who might be looking at the application process soon: grab some pop…

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Crafting Your Personal Film 6:19

29d ago6:19

6:19

Every filmmaker has a unique story to tell. If you're wondering how to bring your vision to the screen, this episode is for you. We'll guide you through the process, from initial concept to final cut, ensuring you have the tools and knowledge to create a film that truly resonates.By Filmmaking Stuff

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152- Drugs in US Schools: Talk to Your Kids 25:53

30d ago25:53

25:53

Drugs when living in the US and Abroad Navigating drugs in overseas schools and when coming back to the US - join Katie and Susie as they share their perspectives on raising teens both at home and abroad. Teens Overseas: Rules for tuk-tuks, drinking and more Talking to Your Teens About Drugs Opiods in Fairfax County…

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Profitable Producing: Making Money in Movies 7:18

1M ago7:18

7:18

So you want to make money in movies? It's not just about the glitz and glamour. In this episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of turning your passion for film into a profitable venture.By Filmmaking Stuff

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151- Medical --What to Know in 2024, Expert Interview 54:29

1M ago54:29

54:29

Great information from expert, Dr Geoffrey Jones, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Clinical Programs In this episode we are talking about Health Unit services, local services, briefly about the new Medical Clearance process coming out, Medcare Mangement as well as the Med Connect option for appointments stateside and Askmed@state.gov. Find out how …

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150--What to Expect When Your Kids Go To College 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

Angie Collins and Susie Czorcz-Brown discuss the EMOTIONAL and FINANCIAL load that come with setting kids up at a four year University as Diplo parents. To find out more check out: www.thebigpurpleblob.comBy Big Purple Blob

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WARNING: Do NOT Send your Screenplay Out with Grammatical Mistakes! 6:14

1M ago6:14

6:14

Do NOT send out your screenplay with grammatical mistakes! It signals to the reader that you’re an amateur and you haven’t put the effort into your writing.By Filmmaking Stuff

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149- EFM Dad Perspective: Making the Most of Opportunity & Change 45:18

2M ago45:18

45:18

Luke Beer is finding his path in change at his first posting. Luke shares his insights and wisdom on balancing parenting, work and being part of the highly mobile community. In this episode, Luke recounts his growth trajectory, from a single man with a paying job to a married, Foreign Service, stay-at-home dad, and new work found at the embassy. Fo…

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Behind the Screens: Unveiling EFM 2024 7:32

2M ago7:32

7:32

Dive deep into the heart of cinema with "Behind the Screens: Unveiling EFM 2024," your essential podcast episode for exclusive insights and highlights from the European Film Market in Berlin. This episode brings you closer to the pulse of the film industry, providing a comprehensive recap of the most prestigious marketplace for movie rights, produc…

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Follow the Money: Transparency Towards Fair Remuneration 52:27

2M ago52:27

52:27

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by Scott Roxborough, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry.Recent years saw big shifts for creators who need data transparency, and as buy-out deals are disputed, managing royalties complexities is crucial. How can we leverage busi…

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The First Step in Making a Movie 5:55

2M ago5:55

5:55

You want to take the first step in making your movie. What is it? What is the absolute first thing you must to do get things moving?By Filmmaking Stuff

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148- REAL talk on EFM women's health & fitness 1:09:57

2M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

Join brilliant women Hillery Midkiff, Lisa Tilstra, Morgan Loosli, Susie Csorsz Brown Four brilliant women share an honest discussion on everything fitness & health. Age? Having kids? Hard to get a routine with constant travel? Menopause? Good genes? Vegan diet? Not a How To Manual- just thoughtful talk with smart women who have figured a few thing…

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Generation Alpha’s Influence: Children’s Content as a Keystone for the Future 52:02

2M ago52:02

52:02

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by industry analyst Johanna Koljonen, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. This episode targets the crucial role of children's films in tackling industry challenges and captivating the Generation Alpha. With fresh insights from t…

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2024: EFM Morning Brief with Thomas Schultze 11:29

2M ago11:29

11:29

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent, German Trade Journalist (former Blickpunkt:Film) Thomas Schultze, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and s…

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2024: Morning Brief with Indiewire 15:02

2M ago15:02

15:02

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent Anne Thompson from Indiewire, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and spot highlights and tips for the day. …

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Post-Peak Perspectives: Finding New Opportunities in the Series Landscape 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by Stewart Clarke it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. How has the TV industry evolved in the past year? How to attract and retain audiences? And where do we find new audiences in a seemingly saturated market? These questions and…

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2024: EFM Morning Brief with The Hollywood Reporter 13:47

2M ago13:47

13:47

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent Scott Roxborough from The Hollywood Reporter, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and spot highlights and ti…

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2024: EFM Morning Brief with Deadline 12:35

2M ago12:35

12:35

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent Diana Lodderhose from Deadline, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and spot highlights and tips for the day…

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2024: EFM Morning Brief with Variety 7:47

2M ago7:47

7:47

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent Elsa Keslassy from Variety, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and spot highlights and tips for the day. Ma…

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2024: EFM Morning Brief with Screen International 13:25

2M ago13:25

13:25

Kick off your EFM day with this short morning coffee companion: our daily EFM Morning Brief. 10 minutes to keep you up to speed with the latest news – today provided by our guest correspondent Louise Tutt from Screen International, followed by our "what's on for today" to help you navigate our EFM Industry Sessions and spot highlights and tips for …

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The Three Fundamental Keystones of Successful Archival Filmmaking 48:21

2M ago48:21

48:21

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by archive producer Elizabeth Klinck, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. In this episode, our guests share insights into the world of archives. Archive producer Monika Preischl explains the work and challenges of her field. Pro…

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Laurels on a Movie Poster 6:37

2M ago6:37

6:37

Laurels - the logo with the little branches that advertise what film festival you’ve been in. Do Laurels Help on a movie poster? Do they help with marketing the movie in general?By Filmmaking Stuff

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When is a film "Real?" 7:21

2M ago7:21

7:21

When is a film “Real”? That’s a buzz word that a lot of people in the industry use when a film is actually greenlit and moving forward. Today we’re talking about when you can finally call a film “real.”By Filmmaking Stuff

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147: Trailing Spouse Employment: Expert Advice from Rona Jobe 36:27

2M ago36:27

36:27

Are you curious about MORE work options for EFM and those of us in the "trailing spouse" universe. The Big Purple Blob is here with some insight. Join Jennie Linton, TheExpatMom.com and Rona Jobe, the founder of LVL Up--a company that trains and hires expat trailing spouses. Rona also works with small businesses for expats. She has all the informat…

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Global Voices, Local Roots: Producers Blazing the Way 42:56

3M ago42:56

42:56

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by filmmaker Yazmeen Kanji, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. In this episode, join us as we delve into the creative journey of four trailblazing producers from equity-seeking groups; Darcy McKinnon, Gilbert Mirambeau Jr., Inu…

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The Sundance Lie 5:47

3M ago5:47

5:47

Unlock the truth behind the Sundance Film Festival dream in this eye-opening episode of The Filmmaking Stuff podcast. Join host Tom Malloy as he exposes 'The Sundance Lie,' unraveling the myths surrounding indie filmmakers' aspirations. Discover the harsh realities, unexpected twists, and the lottery-like odds of gaining recognition at Sundance. Le…

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146- Behavior Specialist, Sharoya Ham: Here to Support Mobile Families 39:32

3M ago39:32

39:32

Sharoya Ham is a trained expert with experience in raising children overseas. Sharoya has the unique perspective of someone who knows what she's doing professionally as well as personally to create strong interactions for struggling young people. To work with Sharoya check out: www.embracebehaviorchange.com…

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Investing in Low-Budget Movies 6:50

3M ago6:50

6:50

Ever think about investing in movies? Ever wonder what movie investors want? In this episode on film funding, we're all about investing in low-budget movies. Join us as we lay out straightforward tips, tactics, and support for anyone interested in putting their money into indie films. It doesn't matter if you're just starting in film investing or l…

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145: Resilient Partners/Family: Eligible Family Member Strength 25:35

3M ago25:35

25:35

Resilient Partners are essential in nomadic living. Creating community, seeking support, and prioritizing what matters - listen in on how Jessica Hayden has overcome the big and small challenges of 20 years in Foreign Service life, including an unaccompanied tour, evacuation from Ukraine, and raising three children through multiple moves. Jessica h…

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International Film Sales: The Now and the Next 48:43

3M ago48:43

48:43

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by journalist, moderator and film festival consultant Wendy Mitchell, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. This episode explores the dynamic world of film sales as three industry experts delve into the post-pandemic landscape. Ga…

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How To Find The Right Film Distributor 7:11

3M ago7:11

7:11

How do I find a distributor for my movie? That's the question we get a lot. And in this episode, movie producer Tom Malloy shares simple, yet effective tips on finding the right film distributor for your movie. Tom highlights the need to know what makes your movie special and to look for distributors who are interested in that type of film. He reco…

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143- FS Kids of Color-Racism in Grade 5 (listen to episode 142 for the FULL story) Quick Episode Bonus 8:13

3M ago8:13

8:13

Two additional questions for Mom and Son: considering the decision to seek therapy. This mini-episode is a follow up to Episode 142- To hear the full story of how this family dealt with facing serious racism at a young age while living overseas, check out Episode 142 Sharoya can help your family: www.embracebehaviorchange.com Angi works with Teens …

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142: Facing Racism at an International School: One family shares their IMPORTANT story 40:09

3M ago40:09

40:09

FS Kids of Color: The joys, challenges, & triumphs Have you ever wondered how FS kids of color experience life abroad? Our special guests, Kene and his mom, Nimo, share how they responded when Kene's school environment went from enjoyable to toxic. You'll also hear how the U.S. Embassy community rallied together to bring about change at Kene's scho…

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142: Academic Support Options for TCKs--Feature: Katie Fowle 31:51

3M ago31:51

31:51

TCKs face unique challenges in a highly mobile lifestyle. Katie understands that on a professional level as well as being a parent who has managed this with her own children. If you know your child needs some additional learning tools- contact Katie. She can work with you or point you towards other professionals with the expertise to help your chil…

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Small Crew Big Movies 4:38

4M ago4:38

4:38

In this Filmmaking Stuff Podcast episode, you'll learn the essentials of producing a movie with the leanest team possible. Tom Malloy takes you through filming a simple scene like a family dinner, demonstrating how you can achieve cinematic quality regardless of your budget. You'll understand the importance of critical roles such as the director-cu…

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141: Strong Partnership or Marriage for Nomads w/Jennie Linton 54:30

4M ago54:30

54:30

Moving frequently can seriously impact a partnership with added stress and constant change. In this episode we feature ways to build in stronger connections to overcome the hardship of nomadic life. To work with Jennie check out: www.theexpatmom.comBy Big Purple Blob

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Want To Sell Your Movie? 4:59

4M ago4:59

4:59

In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff Podcast, 'Simply Selling Your Film,' you'll discover the essentials for successfully marketing and selling your independent film. Learn how choosing a marketable genre and maintaining a realistic budget can significantly impact your film's success. Understand how having a recognizable cast or influencers can …

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140- How We OVERCAME School Refusal: 44:57

4M ago44:57

44:57

Katie, author and mother of two went through a challenging time when one of her children (grade six) refused to attend school. To schedule a time to talk to Katie: www.learningtoflourish.org Sharoya, expert behavior theraplist has helped families work through this issue. Together Katie and Sharoya have written a book to help parents navigate School…

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139: Positive Masculinity & SAHD Parenting 40:22

4M ago40:22

40:22

Let's talk about positive Masculinity with Luke Beer! For more info check us out: www.thebigpurpleblob.comBy The Big Purple Blob

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How To Build Movie Investor Trust 5:08

4M ago5:08

5:08

In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff Podcast, we explore the steps needed to build trust with movie investors. We'll tackle the harsh truth about film investments - there's no guarantee of financial returns. I'll share my insights on how promising a quality film, rather than surefire profits, forms the bedrock of trust. We'll discuss strategies …

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Innovative Production Tools: Shaping the Future of Filmmaking 43:15

4M ago43:15

43:15

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by strategist, conference curator, moderator & speaker AC Coppens, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. In this episode, EFM Startups Alumni Kate Wilson, Volha Paulovich, and John Mahtani delve into the realm of innovative tools …

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138: Do EFMs get stuck in Passenger Seat Living? 30:31

4M ago30:31

30:31

Angi & Jennie consider the sacrafices that Eligible Family Members are often expected to make as part of a Diplomatic partnership. Angi --- www.teenlines.com Jennie -----www.theexpatmom.comBy Purple Blob

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Micro-Budget Movies: Rise Of the Backyard Blockbuster 7:36

4M ago7:36

7:36

Join Tom Malloy in this eye-opening episode of the Filmmaking Stuff Podcast, where we dive into the revolutionary world of micro-budget filmmaking. We're unveiling the Backyard Blockbuster Blueprint – a game-changing approach that empowers indie filmmakers to create extraordinary films without the hefty budget. Discover practical tips, insider tact…

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137: EFM New Career Path: Now! 48:22

4M ago48:22

48:22

Starting a New Career: The Time Is Now! Are you an EFM looking for meaningful and profitable work that has longevity? World-renowned Marketing Coach Amel Derragui joins Katie Fowle and Sharoya to discuss how EFMs can turn their passions into portable businesses. Katie and Sharoya share their personal stories of creating businesses that are rewardin…

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Co-Production Strategies for Drama Series Today 34:12

5M ago34:12

34:12

Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by industry analyst Johanna Koljonen, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. This episode focuses on current producing strategies in the drama series landscape after the TV-series boom of the last decade. Guest speakers Ankica Juri…

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