The MAKE IT Podcast

Hello, Hello! In this episode, veteran Hollywood marketing executive Jim Fredrick shares his fascinating journey from shipping clerk to top trailer editor and marketing strategist. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of promoting both blockbuster and independent films, offering invaluable insi

Hello, Hello! In this episode, we welcome Filmmaker and Vanderbilt University Film School Director, Mariah Kramer. Mariah discusses her work, including a PBS-premiered documentary and a new short fiction film. She co-founded the Uptilt Film Festival and the Point of Vu Student Film Festival at Vanderbilt University, wh

Hello, Hello! Jon Fitzgerald discusses his first film, "Self Portrait," produced in 1994, where his biggest mistake was casting friends who provided key locations. This led to subpar performances, particularly from a young actress in a pivotal scene. The film didn't make Sundance and this failure led to the creation of

Hello, Hello! In this episode, Kaia Alexander, the founder and CEO of the Entertainment Business School, joins the MAKE IT Podcast to discuss the importance of building a "wolf pack" in the film industry, the value of film school, and the role of a career coach for filmmakers. Kaia shares insights from her own experien

Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #3 Summaries take some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condense them to down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure.  Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, ou

Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with filmmaker Brandon Tamburri, the Director, Writer, and Producer of the indie comedy feature Plan B. Brandon shares his journey of bringing this project to life, from the challenges of raising money during the pandemic to the lessons he learned as a first-time featu