On today's show we chat with director Steve Moon and Actress Ginger Cressman about their new film "Diamond", a story about an alcoholic singer whose life has not turned out as she has dreamed. What's crazy about this feature length film is that Steve got this movie shot in one day!! We discuss how that was accomplished and we also chat more about w…

Today on our show we sit down with musician, rapper, writer and actor Jeffery Messenger for one of the wildest conversations we've ever had on Around The Reel. Jeffery shares with us his insights on art, music, film and then goes deep into a message that will stimulate your thinking and make you question a lot of things you think you know! Definite…

On today's episode we sit down with some of the cast & crew from our new film Jason Voorhees: The Hunt! From Jason Brooks and Logan Cannon to Jon Meggison and many others we chat all things Horrorverse and more! The biggest question we dive into is "Do you find the work you do satisfying to yourself?" "Can you give yourself credit for the gift you …

Today we chat with filmmaker Dorian Vasquez and discuss his new film Porch Pirate currently on its way to Amazon Prime and many other streaming platforms! Dorian is a self taught filmmaker and has completed his first feature which is a huge step in the right direction to success! Our conversation travels down multiple topics: film school, distribut…

Today we sit down and chat with filmmaker Jan Jalenak about her new film Shattering, a fantastic short she's currently pushing through the filmmaking circuit! Jan discusses how she got into filmmaking and how life's adventures never stopped her from becoming a filmmaker! We also dive into facing your fears, sharing your work and how difficult that …

On today's episode we chat with filmmaker Luke Hristou and discuss his upcoming pilot Real Rat - a series that he's created to celebrate the basketball community in Spokane Washington! Right now Luke and our own Coach Rick have set out on the adventure to get this series made! From conception to crowdfunding, we find out why Luke's passion about th…

On today's show we welcome filmmakers Bayou Bennett and Daniel Lir, a husband and wife Dream Team! These guys have taken the filmmaking world by storm and create films that not only entertain but have a message! We discuss their film "Connection" and dive into the motivation behind their work, their team and how they've accomplished some of the mos…

We here at Around The Reel have always been a bit skeptical of film festivals. Are they just a money grab piggybacking off of filmmakers hard work? Throwing out useless award titles to get you to submit your film? Well, our guest today runs a very respectable and prestigious festival and she's proved otherwise! Today we welcome Cheryl Crooks the Ex…

Today we chat with filmmaker Erik Franklin and discuss his upcoming film "Don" which is currently raising funds on Indiegogo! Erik chats with us about all things filmmaking especially the dynamics on sets, working with actors and dealing with fallout. We also have some fun talking Star Wars, horror films and so much more! One of the best interviews…

On today's show we have the pleasure to chat with actor Harrison Jones & filmmaker Tim Luna! The team behind the new short film Thirty2! Such a pleasure meeting these two passionate creatives and watching their film! We discuss multiple topics on the show today including: their experience making the film, today's society and how hard it can be to n…

Today we sit down with documentary filmmaker Ward Serrill and chat about his new film Dancing with the Dead: Red Pine and the Art of Translation! The film follows Bill Porter through the art of Chinese translation and his quest to find hermits in the Zhongshan Mountains. It's a story about enlightenment through poetry! During our discussion we find…

Today's part 2 of our premiere weekend for Samantha Hanna's new documentary A Will And A Way! On this episode we sit down at the K Diamond K Guest Ranch and rant about religion, film festivals and how wonderful Sam's new doc truly is! It's quite remarkable where our conversations lead but for some reason, they all make sense... at least for us! Pro…

On today's show we are live from the K Diamond K Guest Ranch in Republic Wa where Samantha Hanna premiered her new documentary "A Will And A Way!" We dive into the emotion behind the film during our conversation, why it was important for her to make and as usual, steer way off course into some very hilarious conversations! Steve Eaton also joins us…

Today we take Around The Reel on the road to Capitol Hill located in Seattle Wa and have a furiously fun conversation with creative Tony James! Tony is a DIY multimedia artist! Actor, singer/songwriter, podcaster, videographer the list goes on... Our discussion takes us around the spectrum of his art to the nostalgic area of the city, relationships…

Today we chat with filmmaker Matt McKinney and dive into multiple topics including allowing freedom to artists, writing and the 100 hour rule. 18 minutes a day is all it takes! Can you discipline yourself to set a schedule that allows you to work on your craft daily for 18 minutes? Imagine what that may do for you and your dream! Commitment is key …

On today's podcast we sit down with the creative minds behind a new documentary entitled "American Grail A Quest For The Ivory-Billed Woodpecker. Filmmaker Andy Sarjahani and Mark Michaels break down their experience making this fascinating film and how it took Mark 17 years to finalize his adventure. We discuss the process of getting this film mad…

Today we celebrate our 4 years with episode #200 of Around The Reel! Join us for the fun as multiple talented artists join us live to celebrate creativity, pursuing the dream and more importantly... supporting one another through this crazy journey! Ladies and Gentleman, thank you for supporting our show and we are proud to continue this radio show…

Today we chat with filmmaker and director of the McMinnville Short Film Festival Heather Older! It's Heather's second year leading this 13 year film festival in Oregon and she shares with us the success it's had in her community and worldwide! Filmmakers are always in search of a way to showcase their work and network with other likeminded folks an…

On todays show we have the pleasure to chat with filmmaker and entrepreneur Skyler Mullins! Skyler has created his own brand and company "Influence Media" and with that was able to leverage his creativity and make it into a profitable business. As most indie artists know, its tough to make it financially in this industry. We ask Skyler how he was a…

On todays show we have the pleasure to speak with filmmaker Elizabeth Leiter the director of 399: Queen of the Tetons! This documentary follows the life of world famous Grizzly 399 as she attempts to raise four cubs and deal with the interactions humans have with nature. Elizabeth has been working on tv and films for a good long while and this week…

It's always a pleasure to talk with filmmakers and today is no exception. Writer/Director Caden Butera joins us for an engaging conversation about cinematic filmmaking, working with actors, dealing with criticism and how he's built a team of professional colleagues that truly add flare to the craft. An Idaho native, Caden has created some amazing f…

On today's podcast we sit down with actor, writer and friend Logan Cannon. Now when we first met Logan we thought he was just an actor... we were wrong. After reading his new script "Dead West" we realized that Logan not only is a creative actor but one helluva storyteller. We dive into his screenplay, his techniques, taking notes and what exactly …

On today's podcast we have the pleasure to chat with filmmaker & entrepreneur Chase Dudley! Now Chase has been making films since he was a kid and has continued down the indie film journey for a long while. Inspired by the films Scream and Child's Play, Chase has not only managed to build his film catalog but has also managed to build a vast audien…

On todays podcast we have the pleasure to chat with Director and Visual Effects Supervisor Armen Kevorkian! Armen has done a ton of work from The Flash, Supergirl, Titans and also one of our favorite shows Banshee! He shares with us his story and how he got his foot in the door as an intern, how he took whatever job he could to learn the business a…

We're back! And welcome to 2024! The last year has been a tremendous ride for us all and not always a pleasant one. But isn't that what it's all about? Balance, devotion, love, passion, pain, loss, triumph, failure... wash, rinse repeat? On today's show we recap our year and especially the life of our producer, friend and brother Charles Lawson. It…

Our imagination is limitless. However, when it comes to creativity and art how far can you take it? Todays podcast discusses this from multiple angles with our guests Steve Eaton and Anthony Espina! Our team at CCC Entertainment Group makes movies but this question applies to all artists across the board! Should you stay true to your vision regardl…

We are back! And on todays show we sit down with filmmaker Paul Michael Angell the director of the outstanding documentary MEDICINE MAN. This film tells the remarkable true story of Stan Brock and the non-profit that he founded, Remote Area Medical, which has, to date, conducted over 1,000 free pop-up health care clinics across the country, helping…

On todays podcast Samantha and I decide to go toe to toe about placing your feature film into the film festival circuit. There's a ton of reasons filmmakers do this and for some, it's the best part of the process. However, is there value there? Is it worth the time and money you spend? Or should you go straight to distribution? We tackle this topic…

Today we have the pleasure to chat with filmmakers Peter Anthony & Jason Brooks and dive into this dynamic duo that have created some of the most memorable films out there! From original IP's to fan films, these two remarkable talents have taken center stage in the indie filmmaking arena and today we get to know them even better! From what makes th…

Today we have the pleasure to chat with actor and all around great dude Logan Cannon! A few years ago Logan was able to quit his day job and focus on his acting career. Since then he's hit the industry by storm and is booking and auditioning for roles consistently. On todays show we discuss his motivation and why he made the decision to take such a…

On today's show we have the pleasure to sit down with Raymond Power & Chloes Ciara. These two powerhouse filmmakers are a couple and together they are taking this industry by storm. From acting, directing and producing they are creating there own path of success in indie filmmaking. We discuss a ton of subjects on this show in particular, "Imposter…

Today we have the pleasure to chat with an incredible human, actor, writer and producer Richard King Lee! Every once in awhile you run into someone that warms your heart, makes you smile and fills you with joy. Richard is that guy! On today's show Richard shares with us his love for writing, where he's taking his acting, his animation background an…

On todays show we chat with the filmmakers behind "Pancake Man" a thriller reminiscent of the classic film "Fallen Down"! Writer/Director Bron Theron & Actor/Producer Mike Della Pia share with us their insight on the film, their crowdfunding campaign, the importance of finishing what you start and what do you do with your film once it's complete! T…

On today's episode we sit down with director Jeff Celentano of the new hit film "The Hill" starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn! This film recounts the story of Rickey Hill and his inspirational story of overcoming the odds and making it to the major leagues! Jeff breaks down the history of getting this wonderful film made and his 17 y…

On today's show we sit down with filmmaker Dawn Jones Redstone to discuss her new feature film "Mother Of Color"! An indie drama that is making waves through the film festival circuit and on its way to distribution! Dawn shares with us the experience she had making the film, how great it's been hearing from her audience and how she went from short …

On today's podcast we have the pleasure to chat with Seattle musician Chris McCorkle! Music is a magical tool. And for Chris, it's been his lifeline. We discuss how music has saved him on so many levels and how much power it has in his life. The world can be a trying place with so much going on... Our communities are suffering and Seattle is no exc…

On today's podcast we have the pleasure to sit down with filmmaker Matt Wilkins. From his early days cutting tape to now helping produce reality television, Matt has proven what can be accomplished with hard work, passion and a great spirit! We dive into his filmmaking career, the grants that allowed him to pursue his early work and we also discuss…

On today's show we have the pleasure to chat with actor and filmmaker John Reddy! Without fear we wouldn't understand courage and bravery. That's an important lesson and during today's discussion we break that down. Growing up, John was the middle child searching for attention. He stumbled into acting and ever since has devoted himself to the craft…

On todays podcast we sit down with filmmaker Adam Deierling the director of The Other Side Of Darkness. His film has done very well on streaming platforms like TubiTv and on YouTube it has had more than 2.5 million views! We dive into a great conversation about his film, how he started in this crazy business and what keeps him going. Also, we discu…

Welcome everyone to our 4th year of the Around The Reel Podcast! It's been an awesome ride so far and we continue our journey today with actor Sone Tuvale! Now Sone has been a key creative in the Pacific Northwest and not only shapes characters for filmmakers but also works a lot behind the camera to bring these projects to the screen! On todays sh…

Sometimes you need the right thing to motivate you as a creative. Our guest today is a prime example of this. Today we have the pleasure to chat with filmmaker Alrik Bursell! As a director and storyteller, Alrik has put together a remarkable indie film called "The Alternate", a sci-fi thriller that not only is entertaining but shows what can be don…

Today we sit down and chat with the hosts of one of our favorite horror podcasts Vlad Dewyntyr, Michelle O'TheDead & Patrick VonSmithenstein of the Zompire Horde Podcast! These guys rock the airwaves with their banter, wit and love for the macabre! From talking shop, their favorite horror films and everything else in between, these three wonderful …

Filmmakers! You want to make movies? You want to make movies that make money? You want to follow your dream and show all those out there that it's possible? Well then listen to this show! Today we sit down and chat with filmmaker and overall great dude Michael J. Epstein! Now Michael has been in this industry for a long time! From his early days cr…

Is failure really failing? Well, it depends on how you look at it! Today we sit down with filmmaker Calvin Morie McCarthy to discuss what it takes to be an indie filmmaker in today's market and his experiences in the industry! Calvin has created and produced a good catalog of horror films in the last few years: from A Haunting In Ravenwood to his l…

There's something special about a Sax and with an artist and true talent like MD, it can only become more magical. Today we welcome Grammy Award winning musician and saxophonist Medearis "MD" Dixson to the show! Medearis has performed at illustrious venues like, The Kennedy Center, McCall Hall, Beneroya Hall, and Carnegie Hall and it all stems from…

Wow! Have you seen Solid Rock Trust? If you haven't you're missing out on something special! Today we welcome the star of this great film Koko Marshall to the show! Now Koko is an actress that defines what pure energy and excitement really is and you can see it on screen. Her performance in this film is outstanding and she carries the picture all o…

Today we sit down with the co-founders of Seattle's Upper Left Comedy Festival CB Shamah, Sarah Crowe & Isaac Novak for a fun, dynamic conversation about their upcoming comedy festival! We are always curious as to what inspires folks to take steps others don't to create something new, fresh and innovative. Today we ask our guests that same question…

Today we have the pleasure to chat with filmmaker and friend Tyler Darkow! Now Tyler isn't just a filmmaker... he's a creative genius on set! There isn't a job that he can't do and we've had the pleasure to watch him work first hand on a ton of collaborations over the last few years. On today's show we get to know him even more! Join us as we dive …

On today's episode cinematographer Matt McKinney joins us for an insightful conversation about everything film! It's not easy making movies but yet it's something anyone can do if they have one thing for it... passion. We go into that "hunger" on todays discussion and break down what it really takes mentally to prepare yourself for this craft. Also…

Today we have the pleasure to sit down with Cecilia Dillon & Rafiq Taylor the hosts of the hit podcast Tubi Or Not Tubi! Podcasting is a tough gig. 70% of those that jump on the bandwagon quit within the first year. These hosts, like us, have now begun their 4 season of their show and have no intention of stopping anytime soon. Their energy, chemis…