Best Direct Impact Broadcasting Podcasts (2024)

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Starting Early & Growing Strong: A Guide to Audience Engagement Ep97 21:07

5M ago21:07

21:07

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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How to direct a documentary film with guest Mike Hill, Impact Documentary Filmmaker Ep96 22:53

6M ago22:53

22:53

“...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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The Production Bible and how to use one for your Film Ep95 17:27

6M ago17:27

17:27

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, Saving Time & Sustainable Success for filmmakers Ep94 14:42

6M ago14:42

14:42

“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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When Story Met Impact: Using Impact Storytelling in your next Project Ep93 13:01

6M ago13:01

13:01

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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Lights, Camera, Equality: Women Leading the Way in Film Ep92 20:25

7M ago20:25

20:25

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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How to make a plan for your film's success Ep 91 16:55

7M ago16:55

16:55

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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Choosing which path to as a filmmaker in the film industry Ep 90 23:34

7M ago23:34

23:34

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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Learn how to market your film or YouTube video using your networks! (PART 2) Ep89 22:20

9M ago22:20

22:20

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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How to write an effective Youtube description & promote your video (PART 1) Ep88 25:25

10M ago25:25

25:25

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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Consistency - is it a secret superpower for Independent filmmakers? Ep87 12:42

10M ago12:42

12:42

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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The Art of Conducting Effective On-Screen Interviews with Mike Hill, Ep 86 27:33

10M ago27:33

27:33

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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Motivation, where does it come from and how do you get more of it? ep85 15:50

11M ago15:50

15:50

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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What got you here, isn't going to get you there. Ep84 10:41

11M ago10:41

10:41

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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Ep83 Conducting a Great Interview: Tips for Indie Filmmakers 16:17

11M ago16:17

16:17

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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Mr Messy, filmmaking and other stuff they don't teach you in film school 11:29

11M ago11:29

11:29

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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The Business of Filmmaking: A few things they don't teach you in film school Ep81 15:44

12M ago15:44

15:44

In this episode, Sue dives deep into a topic that not typically covered in film school - the business of filmmaking. 🎥💼 Here are three key takeaways from this episode: 1️⃣ The Craft vs. The Business: While film school teaches us a lot about the art and technique of filmmaking, it often doesn't teach us about the essential business aspects. Producin…

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The Rewards and Adventures of Documentary Filmmaking Ep80 19:58

12M ago19:58

19:58

In this episode, Host Sue Collins does a dive deep into the world of impact filmmaking and how to make movies that truly matter. If you're someone who is passionate about creating meaningful work and making a positive impact on your audience, then this episode is definitely for you. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of ex…

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Finding Time to Pursue Your Filmmaking Dreams Ep79 11:51

12M ago11:51

11:51

Are you a filmmaker struggling to find your way? Join me for this episode as I discuss how to have a long-term career in the industry. Filmmaking has so many parts and I'm sharing what I've learned over the past 15 years in producing impact films that reach their intended audience and support real-world change. 📩 Want to stay up to date with the la…

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A 12-Step Plan to Produce Your Indie Film - Ep78 18:27

1y ago18:27

18:27

In this episode, Sue Collins takes you through a 12-step plan to produce an indie film. The inspiration for this episode came from a post on the @MoonshineCommunicationsAcademy Instagram page, which had a basic outline of the 12 steps. However, due to the limited space on Instagram, the post didn't expand on each step and so that's what Sue does in…

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Beyond the Credits: Leveraging Your Documentary Film for Long-Term Impact Ep 77 16:46

1y ago16:46

16:46

This week on the Moonshine Moonshot podcast, host Sue Collins discusses the power of independent filmmaking and how it can be applied to various fields. Using a case study of a documentary called "Conquering Cancer," Sue encourages listeners to think beyond just creating a film and moving on to the next project. Instead, she advocates for hybrid di…

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Monetizing Your Film: Marketing Strategies and Distribution Tips for Indie Filmmakers Ep 76 21:16

1y ago21:16

21:16

In this episode, Sue Collins gets into the importance of making money from the sale of your film and how marketing and distribution play a crucial role in this process. Sue emphasizes the need for independent filmmakers to become masters of marketing their own brands and films and shares tips on how to get started with marketing and also three ways…

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5 Ways to Start Your Films Outreach Plan 12:43

1y ago12:43

12:43

This week host, Sue Collins discusses outreach and why it's important when it comes to making an impact with your film. She dives into five strategies you can use to start an outreach plan. These are strategies Sue uses when she produces her own impact films that reach their intended audience and support real-world change. 📩 Want to stay up to date…

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Building an Engaged Core Audience for Your Impact Film. #74 17:14

1y ago17:14

17:14

How do you successfully release an impact film? If you're an upcoming filmmaker, an independent film producer or, you just want to know how to reach an engaged core audience, then this episode will help you. During the episode, I mentioned a project called Take Heart. You can find Take Heart on Youtube Take Heart takeheart.tv Take Heart takeheartrh…

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The 5 move strategy to make your film a reality. #73 13:26

1y ago13:26

13:26

This week Sue shares a practical process for turning your dream project into a reality. With 15 years of experience in project planning, Sue finds that this system with five big moves can be applied to any project to get it started, planned out, and into reality. This system can be applied to projects of any size and can even be used for personal g…

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Music for Your Film: Licensing, Composition, and More on how to Get Your Film Made. #72 22:38

1y ago22:38

22:38

This Moonshine Moonshot episode is a fusion. Part nuts and bolts on music composition, music licensing, and the pros and cons of both in filmmaking. Discussing whether you should hire a composer or license the music. Do you need a music supervisor? Can you do both? The second part of the episode is about getting your project made. You’re likely her…

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Why it's so hard to get your dream project started and how to get it into action. #71 14:05

1y ago14:05

14:05

Does starters anxiety have a grip on you? What are the biggest blocks filmmaker have in getting their film made? You're not alone in the struggle to get a new project underway. But you might not lack motivation. A couple of things might be holding you back from getting your butt into gear and making your movie a reality. I'm sharing three big reaso…

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What is an impact film? And what's the difference between distribution and outreach? 15:03

1+ y ago15:03

15:03

I thought it would be good to do a refresher on 'What is an impact film? ' And why you might want to make one. It’s good timing to do this little refresh as we’ve been deep diving into all things documentary film production the past few months and we’re working our way to post-production. Later in the episode, I’m going to walk you through the diff…

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How to define the ideal audience for your film! Ep69 19:29

1+ y ago19:29

19:29

This week I’m sharing the Two Steps you need to know in order to master how to define your ideal audience. Because once you know who your project is for it's much easier to reach them. And if you follow these two steps you’ll be much more likely to release your film to an audience who will connect and engage with it. And let's face it, a big reason…

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How do you use publicity to promote your film? Ep68 17:00

1+ y ago17:00

17:00

Publicity & public relations for your film. The week I'm talking to you about When to engage your publicist or PR person? How do you attract media to promote your film? How do you attach a publicist or PR person? Do you need a PR person or can you do it yourself in-house? Ultimately what I'm talking about here is - How do you get your film the publ…

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Why being adaptable is vital for Indie Filmmakers Ep. 67 10:45

1+ y ago10:45

10:45

From the point of ideation you'll have to think through your film in every detail. You’re thinking about the story and all the elements. You'll spend months planning everything. But filmmaking is a constant balance between detailed planning and flexibility. How will you handle it when things change, you hit a road block or something goes wrong? Thi…

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Ep. 66 How to lead your film crew 12:42

1+ y ago12:42

12:42

Being the big boss on the film set is a difficult job, and it's one that you can master! And once you do, you'll be on your way to creating a film to release into the world. Speaking of releasing a film, Sue's also just released a Live the life you please across cinemas in Australia so you'll get a sneak peek behind the curtain on how that release …

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Ep.65 Work-Life balance for documentary filmmakers 16:56

1+ y ago16:56

16:56

Navigating a work-life balance when making a documentary is a tricky task! And one that Sue has become very accustomed to. To make it work, you need to learn how to make it work for you! How do you balance having a family? Or having holidays? Or stop yourself from completely burning out? (All valid questions!) So today, Sue is going to break down h…

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Ep 64 How to overcome documentary production challenges: Troubleshooting Part 3. 14:37

1+ y ago14:37

14:37

In this weeks episode I'm sharing a few more troubleshooting tips. How do you ensure you arrive at your destination with all your luggage, or at the least, enough gear to do the shoot? Isolating smoke detectors and what if you can't travel? There are so many things that can go wrong when you're out and about filming for a documentary and these trou…

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Ep. 63 Overcoming problems in documentary production: Troubleshooting tips! Part 2 24:23

1+ y ago24:23

24:23

Documentary production is an exciting time, but it's also full of daunting obstacles that need to be managed. In this week's episode, we're talking through even more of the problems we've encountered as filmmakers and how we've dealt with them (or not!). We're going to discuss: -Faulty gear -Nervous talent -Losing locations Just to name a few! For …

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Ep. 62 Solving documentary production challenges: Troubleshooting tips! 15:21

1+ y ago15:21

15:21

Making a movie can be a daunting task, and there are many potential mishaps that can derail your production. In this video, we'll share the top tips and tricks we've picked up over our many productions to help you avoid disaster! Including (but not limited to!) -Fighting nature -Sick crew -tricky talent -and faulty equipment Whether you're a season…

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Ep. 61 Why you need to capture still images for your documentary production! 12:00

1+ y ago12:00

12:00

There's more than just filming needed to make a movie - you've got to know how to take production stills! And it's not just for some fun photos to show your friends (as great as that is!). So in this Moonshine Moonshot, we're looking at WHY you need to take stills, how to get the perfect action shot for a poster, different ways to utilise behind-th…

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Ep. 60 Planning to film your doco on location? Here's what you need to know! 15:03

1+ y ago15:03

15:03

Filming in unique and unforgettable locations is definitely a perk of documentary-making! But it requires excellent planning to pull off. In this episode of Moonshine Moonshot, we're going to talk about the major differences between filming interstate or overseas, vs filming in your own town and all the different jobs, equipment, crew and time allo…

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Ep. 59 Mastering Documentary Sound: All The Gear You'll Need For Your Film 17:29

1+ y ago17:29

17:29

Though capturing the moving image is a key part of movie making, so is capturing sound! So on this week's episode of Moonshine Moonshot, we'll be talking all things microphones, boom stands, and the importance of recording the best possible sound on shoot day. We'll cover lapel microphones, boom microphones, the zoom recorder and all the little nea…

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Ep. 58 How to Film Your Doc: What Camera do YOU Need? 14:43

1+ y ago14:43

14:43

What camera do you need to film your documentary? The number one question I'm always asked is ‘What camera do you use?’ It’s a great question and I love it because I know I'm among friends! There are a lot of different types of cameras out there, and it can be difficult to know which one is right for your documentary. In this video, we'll walk you …

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Ep. 57 The importance of getting consent from your film's participants 14:58

1+ y ago14:58

14:58

When you're making a documentary film it is important that you get consent from the participants who appear in your film, or you might find yourself in quite a pickle. I know, sometimes it can be a little unclear as to when and who you need to get consent from. Luckily, in this episode of Moonshine Moonshot I'm going to break down everything you ne…

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Ep. 56 How to assemble the best crew to make your documentary film 15:58

1+ y ago15:58

15:58

Who do you need on your crew? What are the essential roles that have to be filled at any shoots you set up? That’s what we’re digging into today so that by the end of this video you’ll know exactly who to hire and what you need them to do. To make the best film, you need a good crew! Cinematographer, director, lighting, sound, there are so many rol…

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Ep. 55 Creative decisions! 3 types of storytellers you can use to tell your documentary story 15:41

1+ y ago15:41

15:41

Hey there filmmakers! In this episode, I'm sharing with you the 3 types of documentary storytellers you can use and how to choose the right one for your project. The storyteller in a documentary is like a guide, they take the audience on the journey. In some cases, a narrator will provide context and commentary. While in others, the storyteller may…

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Ep. 54 The 5 key types of shoots you'll do during documentary film production 18:07

1+ y ago18:07

18:07

As you would expect, production is a huggggge topic and I wouldn’t dare anyone to try and cover it in one single video! So today, we’ll be looking at the five key ingredients that every production needs. Well. Six, kinda. These ingredients are interviews, b-roll, observational footage, archival footage, specialist shots, and animation. But how exac…

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Ep. 53 Documentary filmmaking. Looking at the BIG picture 8:03

1+ y ago8:03

8:03

It’s at this point in the process I find it best to come back to one simple question: ‘Why am I making this documentary?’ Really think about it. What was the idea that lit a flame in your mind that just couldn’t be put out? And why did you decide that a documentary was the way this story needed to be told? This week, we’re going to take the time to…

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Ep. 52 Building your film website 15:06

1+ y ago15:06

15:06

Welcome back filmmakers! it's now time for you to start thinking outside of your film... I’m not trying to be deep or metaphorical here! Your documentary is the centerpiece of a network of different materials that all compliment each other, and one element of this network is the website. And yes! You do need to start thinking about your website in …

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Ep. 51 Getting to know your film production equipment 19:29

1+ y ago19:29

19:29

If you're planning on whipping up a documentary soon, hopefully, the next bit you read won’t rock your world too much: you need to know how to use your equipment! Your camera is your best friend. If it wasn’t for your camera - the likelihood of your film coming to fruition, is pretty slim. But like any friendship, you’ve got to nurture it. That mea…

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Ep. 50 The key to successful documentary film location scouting 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

16:23

You’ve come a long way since we started this journey, but now it’s getting very real - it is time to start working out exactly where you will be filming. Naturally, preparation is key! The more you understand the locations you are shooting in, the less obstacles you’ll have to overcome on the day. Okay, when I read that back that seems a fairy obvi…

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Ep. 49 What sort of insurance does your documentary production need? 15:54

1+ y ago15:54

15:54

Welcome back fellow filmmakers, and hello to any new aspiring creators who are just starting on this exciting journey. Making movies is really fun and rewarding, but to make sure you have a safe space to work in there is one very important topic we have to discuss… Insurance! Don’t click away!! Trust me, I get it. The word sends a shiver down our s…

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Ep. 48 Building your documentary production team 15:43

1+ y ago15:43

15:43

Creating a documentary can be daunting process. But if you are tenacious, each week, you’ll get closer to seeing your ideas become a reality. To continue forward, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of pre-production. Which means working out exactly who is going to be working on your masterpiece. A production team is made up from a broad range of roles…

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