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Genuine Connections is a podcast show where the host Joshua Smith has genuinely deep conversations with professionals in the entertainment industry and gives advice on how to genuinely connect with humans.

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In this episode Joshua chats with artist and comedian Joe Gagliardi. Topics include: pushing boundaries in comedy, life after war, tapping into painting, empowering yourself to find truth and so much more. CONNECTIONS Joe Gagliardi Instagram | Facebook | DC Improv Show 'Comedy Kumite' (June 17, 2022) | Ethereal Marine Art | The Armed Services Art Partnership | Clay More Vets | Wyatt Ugar EP #35 'Tapping Into Your Emotions for Actors' | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Running Towards Your Fears with Talin "Tally" Vartanian

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 53:53

In this episode Joshua chats with Talin "Tally" Vartanian about having an agent, the impact of OCD in acting, running towards your fears (rewiring your brain) and so much more. CONNECTION Talin "Tally" Vartanian Instagram | IMDb | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Know Your 'Why' with Courtney Coffey

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 55:43

In this episode Joshua chats with mindset coach & actor Courtney Coffey. Topics Discussed: Trusting yourself, the stability illusion, know your why and more! CONNECTIONS Courtney Coffey Instagram| Linktree | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Don't Rush Your Script with Milan Sachs

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 61:41

In this episode Joshua chats with Milan Sachs about the importance of taking your time on scripts, struggling with addiction and recovery, writing expression and so much more. CONNECTIONS Milan Sachs Instagram | The Other Side of the White Line | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Improv Influences Communication with Miriam Katz

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 64:53

In this episode Joshua talks with actress Miriam Katz. Topics are anywhere from a variety of aspects of improv and how improv influences our everyday life, to appreciating life amongst great hardship and more. CONNECTIONS Miriam Katz Facebook | Miriam Katz Website | IMDB | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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The Purpose of Art with Crystal Tweed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 55:25

In this episode Joshua chats with actress Crystal Tweed. Topics discussed: Standing out and taking a risk in auditions, connecting with an audience during live theatre on an emotional level, defining the purpose of art and more. CONNECTIONS Crystal Tweed Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Gate Keepers Are Falling Down with Brannon Hollingsworth

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 65:05

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When an Artist Heals with Maria Tornberg

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 64:47

In this episode Joshua chats with writer, photographer, actress, directer Maria Tornberg. Topics discussed: How an artist can heal from pain, taking caution and asking the right questions when an "opportunity" in entertainment seems too good to be true, high fashion, creating stories and more. CONNECTIONS Maria Tornberg Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Website | Headshots Instagram | IMDB | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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What's Missing in Today's Films with Caleb Smiley

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 65:49

In this episode Joshua chats with filmmaker Caleb Smiley. Topics discussed: the basics of filmmaking are missing in today's films, how bad experiences in youth group growing up led to Caleb writing a TV Pilot, becoming a Christian isn't like flipping a light switch and more. CONNECTIONS: Caleb Instagram | The Youth Group | IMDB Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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The Stories We Gravitate To with Nichole Ruiz

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 62:03

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Pupeteer Parents, documentaries and more with Jolene Loraine

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 60:28

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Knowing Your Essence with Walter Alonso Espinoza

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 60:18

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How to Pitch Your Script with Jacob Stuart

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 78:03

In this episode Joshua chats with Screenwriter/founder of Screen Writing Staffing Jacob Stuart. Topics Discussed are: How screenwriters should pitch their scripts to producers, following simple instructions can get your screenplay into festivals, writers should think about distribution and more! CONNECTION Jacob Stuart Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | IMDB |Screenwriting Staffing | Screenwriting Staffing LinkedIn| Screenwriting Staffing Facebook | 'White Space' Post | 'Social Media for Today's Screenwriter' Post | 'Chinese Film Market' Post | 'Latin Film Market' Post | Genuine Connections

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How to Distribute Short Films with Ronma Perry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 75:11

Learn how short films can make money on distribution platforms, Ronma's experience doing stunts in film, why you should not be ashamed of background work and many more great topics! CONNECTION Ronma Perry Drummer Instagram | Dark Footage Ent | Black Badge EP | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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A Cinematographers Rhythm with Brad Rushing

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 86:23

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Emotional Acting with Jeff Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 59:56

In this episode Joshua chats with actor Jeff Smith. Topics discussed are: producing an unedited horror film, using acting as an outlet to escape from domestic abuse, opening up your emotions as a man to build better performances and more! CONNECTIONS Jeff Smith Instagram | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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The Double Life of a Body Double with Elizabeth Rath

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 54:45

In this episode Joshua chats with Actress/Stand-In/Model Elizabeth Rath. Topics discussed are overcoming homelessness, standing-in / body doubling on Euphoria and more! CONNECTIONS Elizabeth Rath Instagram | Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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Turn a Book Into a Show With Mansi Narula Kashyap

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 71:28

In this episode Joshua chats with author Mansi Narula Kashyap. Topics Discussed: Mansi doesn't watch TV when she's in the process of writing a book, the importance of observing what's around you, reading different genre's helps expand your perspective and more! Mansi Instagram | Book Collection | Website Genuine Connections Instagram | Facebook | IMDB | Website |

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The New Hollywood Industry with Sensei Sand

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 78:20

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Indie Film Distribution with Janaya Black

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 57:59

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Modeling for Over 40 with Tina Bridges

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 59:15

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From Haiti to NYC Films with Marc Hugues Jeanlouis

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 60:19

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Having Fun in the Creative Process with Brian Elder

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 68:39

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Setting Boundaries with Creatives...with Kayla Kohla

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 63:11

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Cinematography in Film...with Victor Palm

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 74:35

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Working with Non-Actors with Valentina Tammaro

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 70:02

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Authenticity In Film with Bart Willard

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 67:35

In this episode Joshua chats with filmmaker Bart Willard. Topics discussed are: Where Christian films can improve, changing your mindset to further your film career, managing a production company and much more. CONNECT Bart Willard | Instagram | Website | Genuine Connections Podcast | Instagram | Website | Facebook |

The movie that punches your brain With Noah Way

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 71:06

In this episode Joshua chats with filmmaker Noah Way. Topics discussed: showcasing people that have never been on screen before, having a back up plan can make a creative complacent, a good film should punch your brain and more! CONNECTIONS Noah Way Instagram | Linktree | Website Genuine Connections Podcast Instagram | Linktree

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A short film is your calling card With Emma Josephson

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 63:05

In this episode Joshua chats with Filmmaker Emma Josephson. Topics discussed: What are short films used for?, how Emma starts writing her scripts with an image, you can't do a film well by yourself it takes a team and more! Emma: https://www.instagram.com/emmajosephson/ https://www.instagram.com/buryyourfishfilm/ GCPOD: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspod/ https://linktr.ee/Genuineconnectionspod

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Speaking Through the Voice of Puppets With Tim Barnes

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 77:21

In this episode Joshua chats with puppeteer Tim Barnes. Topics discussed are: puppetry is a legitate art form, advice Tim got from Jim Henson, working at the famous Bob Baker Marionette Theater and more! CONNECT Tim Barnes Facebook | Instagram | Genuine Connections Podcast | Instagram | Website | Facebook |

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From Art to Acting With Amber Mykaels

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 77:52

In this episode Joshua chats with artist and actress Amber Mykaels. Topics discussed are: the importance to building a relationship with your scene partner before stepping on set, how to put monetary value on art, winning Miss California 2 years in a row and more. Amber: https://www.instagram.com/ambermykaels/ https://www.instagram.com/resinbymykaels/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/resinbymykaels/ https://www.ambermykaels.com GCPOD: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspod/ https://linktr.ee/Genuineconnectionspod

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Getting Raw: Abuse & Poetry with Noelle Rousseau

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 66:00

In this episode Joshua chats with author/poet Noelle Rousseau. Topics discussed are: Noelle's escape from an abusive relationship, sharing her trauma through writing to inspire others, writing is the result of paying attention and more. CONNECT Noelle Rousseau | Instagram | 'Unpacking' (Book) | Website | Genuine Connections Podcast | Instagram | Website | Facebook |

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#045 It All Started as a Set PA With Brandon Tucker

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 75:02

In this episode Joshua chats with Filmmaker Brandon Tucker. Topics discussed are: How to break into the entertainment industry through "PA" work, being a disciple of Christ before being a filmmaker, the best film school is working on sets and more! Brandon Tucker: https://www.facebook.com/brandon.tucker.5492 GCPOD: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspod/ https://linktr.ee/Genuineconnectionspod

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#044 How A Musician Recovers with Mark Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 70:43

In this episode Joshua chats with musician Mark Brown. Topics discussed are the life of a touring musician, Mark booked over 180 venues by himself, how to recover whne you mess up on a live performance and more! Mark Brown: https://www.markbrownmusic.com/ https://www.hambonerelay.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dVveOJEq2s5Ap9jjJxWOl?si=2Ki8c7woRqmfdB3kdLBl1Q Upcoming Shows 3/3 Madam Siam - Hollywood, CA FREE SHOW FB Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/701198957742043 4/29 The Mint - Los Angeles, CA https://themintla.com/ GCPOD: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspod/ https://linktr.ee/Genuineconnectionspod

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#043 Divinely Guided Filmmaking With Hannah Ratnam

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 68:12

In this episode Joshua chats with filmmaker Hannah Ratnam. Topics discussed are escaping war torn Pakistan with her family, winning over 20 awards on her first script, going from no experience in filmmaking to bringing a whole crew together and more. Hannah: https://hannahratnam.com GCPOD: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspod/ https://linktr.ee/Genuineconnectionspod

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