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Join Tony Gapastione and Priscilla Lam conversation.They share insights, behind-the-scenes moments, and how this trip impacted the BraveMaker team.Don't miss this post-Sundance breakdown!#BraveMaker #PodcastLive #Sundance2025 #FilmFestival

What do creative people dream about? BraveMaker's founder, Tony Gapastione, and actress Belgica Rodriguez share gift ideas for creative people in your life. Join our weekly LIVE Stream and be prepared for the upcoming holiday season! #BraveMaker #Podcast #LIVE #Stream #Holiday Watch the weekly LIVE stream on ⁠⁠BraveMaker ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow BraveMaker on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

We sit down with Tony Gapastione, founder of Bravemaker, a nonprofit film arts organization dedicated to fostering community dialogue through film. A former actor turned filmmaker, Tony shares how a personal loss led him to create an organization focused on mentoring diverse voices and supporting meaningful storytelling. Tony discusses Bravemaker's impact on local communities through monthly film screenings, educational programs, and their annual film festival in Redwood City. He shares his journey in producing his own feature film and details the challenges of running a nonprofit arts organization in today's climate. Join us on this episode to learn about how storytelling, community, and social impact intersect in contemporary filmmaking. About Wrapbook Wrapbook is a smart, intuitive platform that makes production payroll and accounting easier, faster, and more secure. We provide a unified payroll platform that seamlessly connects your entire team—production, accounting, cast, and crew—all in one place. Wrapbook empowers production teams to manage projects, pay cast and crew, track expenses, and generate data-driven insights, while enabling workers to manage timecards, track pay, and onboard to new projects from any device. Wrapbook brings clarity and dependability to production payroll, while increasing the productivity of your whole team. For crew: The Wrapbook app eliminates the headaches of production payroll by providing a fast, transparent, and secure solution for workers to complete startwork, submit timecards, and track pay. Trusted by companies of all sizes, Wrapbook powers payroll for some of the industry's top production companies, including SMUGGLER, Tuff, and GhostRobot. Our growing team of 250+ people includes entertainment and technology experts from SAG-AFTRA, DGA, IATSE, Teamsters, Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook, and more. Wrapbook is backed by top-tier investors, including Jeffrey Katzenberg's WndrCo, Andreessen Horowitz, and A* Capital. Get started at https://www.wrapbook.com/

Be sure that you're ready for this action-packed episode! BraveMaker founder Tony Gapastione and director Shaun Piccinino will discuss directing feature films and working with big names like Netflix, HBO, Spike, and others. Shaun Paul Piccinino, an acclaimed film and television director, has an impressive portfolio, including six Netflix features and over 250 million hours viewed.With his career rocketing skyward, Piccinino has directed 11 feature films and 3 television series, showcasing his versatility across various genres and platforms, including HBO, Netflix, Warner Brothers, and Lionsgate. Shaun is also renowned for his skill in action sequences, stunts, and visual effects. His early career highlights include significant roles in ‘Deadliest Warrior' and contributions to the “Call of Duty” franchise. Did you know he even works on specials for iconic ‘Robot Chicken' and ‘Star Wars'? Watch the weekly LIVE stream on ⁠⁠BraveMaker ⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠. Follow BraveMaker on social media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

Tony Gapastione, founder/executive director of BraveMaker, offers suggestions on how to NOT turn off potential collaborators by PICKING their BRAIN. Just think about that image for a second. (EW!) Take a listen and get better at building relationships. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

BraveMaker + No Film School CROSSOVER: Navigating All Facets of Comedy With 'The Office' & 'Abbott Elementary' Director Ken Whittingham hosted by GG Hawkins and Priscilla Lam Ken Whittingham has directed shows we all know and love such as, The Office, 30 Rock, and Parks and Recreation. More recently, he has worked on the TV comedy, Abbot Elementary, which uses a mockumentary production style, similar to The Office. While Ken is an award-winning director with over 25 years of experience, he believes in the power of teamwork and respecting everyone on set regardless of their title. In today's episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins speaks with director Ken Whittingham and BraveMaker podcast host Priscilla Lam to discuss: Selling a script as a new PA How Ken became a television director  Learning how to clearly communicate with actors The balance between giving actors autonomy and giving them direction An awkward moment with Alec Baldwin on the set of 30 Rock Tone meetings - what are they and why are they important Treating the documentarian in The Office as if it were a separate character The power of subtlety in comedy How Ken and Priscilla met  Transitioning from TV into film Our favorite shows, movies, and hobbies Memorable Quotes “I still get nervous. Every Sunday night before I shoot Monday morning, I'm nervous.” [10:37] “You can't get into this business, thinking about money. You have to go with your passion, and really believe in yourself.” [42:56] “Everybody's job is important and nobody's job is more important than the other. It's a team effort.” [48:01] Mentioned Abbott Elementary S2E21 The Office S1E3 Ken's Instagram Priscilla's Instagram BraveMaker on Instagram  BraveMaker Film Festival Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/ Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

Recorded July 5th, 2024 (watch the interview here) hosted by BraveMaker's Tony Gapastione. Meet the filmmakers of our opening night film: DAUGHTERS, a multi-award winning Sundance 2024 film. (Comes out August 14th, 2024 to stream on NETFLIX). https://www.daughtersdocumentary.com/ In this PODCAST: Angela Patton, Co-Director, Executive Producer Angela Patton, CEO of Girls For A Change, is committed to advancing opportunities for Black girls. Her TEDWomen talk garnered over one million views and inspired the making of Daughters. As a speaker, author, and co-director, Patton is dedicated to celebrating and sharing the multifaceted experiences of Black girls. Lisa Mazzotta, Producer Lisa Mazzotta is a multiple award-winning producer, dedicated to sharing stories to ignite positive social change. Her work on the award-winning documentary RiverBlue led to tangible reform in the fashion industry, and her work on NBC's hit show Heroes led NBC.com to win its first Primetime Emmy Award. With Daughters, she continues to share the stories that shed light on important issues. Chad M. Morris is the Chief Executive Officer of Trinity Village Center at Trinity Family Life Center (TFLC) in Richmond, Virginia.  Trinity Baptist Church established Trinity Village Center a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization which operates Trinity Family Life Center. TFLC's Strengthening Families Uplifting Communities Program is a national pilot for Casey Family Programs' faith- based initiative—a part of their 20/20 Strategy. Chad's approach to family strengthening and community regeneration has been demonstrated through the development and implementation of the following TFLC Programs: Positive Paths: A Resource Center for Foster Care Alumni, Responsible Fatherhood, Motherhood and Co-parenting Support Groups, Youth Rites of Passage and The R.O.P.E.S. Youth Violence Prevention Program. Chad is a speaker, advocate for social change, an NPCL Certified Fatherhood and Family Life Coach, Master Trainer and Legacy Mentor. In his work with men, fathers, and families, Chad developed The Proving Grounds: Success and Wellness Strategies, focusing on supporting positive shifts in mindset, values, physical health and wellness and accountability. Chad's supportive work with men and fathers is also evident in his role as the Fatherhood Family Life Coach for the dads in the film DAUGHTERS, a documentary that gives a glimpse into the lives of incarnated fathers and their daughters and the importance of their relationships as they prepare for a date with dad dance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

Ken Whittingham has directed shows we all know and love such as, The Office, 30 Rock, and Parks and Recreation. More recently, he has worked on the TV comedy, Abbot Elementary, which uses a mockumentary production style, similar to The Office. While Ken is an award-winning director with over 25 years of experience, he believes in the power of teamwork and respecting everyone on set regardless of their title. In today's episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins speaks with director Ken Whittingham and BraveMaker podcast host Priscilla Lam to discuss: Selling a script as a new PA How Ken became a television director  Learning how to clearly communicate with actors The balance between giving actors autonomy and giving them direction An awkward moment with Alec Baldwin on the set of 30 Rock Tone meetings - what are they and why are they important Treating the documentarian in The Office as if it were a separate character The power of subtlety in comedy How Ken and Priscilla met  Transitioning from TV into film Our favorite shows, movies, and hobbies Memorable Quotes “I still get nervous. Every Sunday night before I shoot Monday morning, I'm nervous.” [10:37] “You can't get into this business, thinking about money. You have to go with your passion, and really believe in yourself.” [42:56] “Everybody's job is important and nobody's job is more important than the other. It's a team effort.” [48:01] Mentioned Abbott Elementary S2E21 The Office S1E3 Ken's Instagram Priscilla's Instagram BraveMaker on Instagram  BraveMaker Film Festival Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/ Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool Send us an email with questions or feedback: podcast@nofilmschool.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet actors/writers MaryLynn Suchan (@marylynn_suchan) and Poonam Basu (@iampoonambasu) of the short film MY DEAREST ELIZABETH (@mydearestelizabethshort) which was selected to screen at our Film Festival!!! Poonam Basu (she/her) loves a good hyphen/backslash. She is a bi-coastal (LA/NY) actor/writer/director. Having just returned to LA from shooting a bloody Horror-Comedy in NY, Poonam is now writing a sweet Christmas Rom-Com because… well, balance. Last fall, Poonam was honored with the Best Director award at NJWebFest for My Dearest Elizabeth. She is thrilled to share MDE with new audiences at BraveMaker this summer alongside her dearest bestie, MaryLynn Suchan! A Jersey-girl at heart, MaryLynn Suchan is an actor, writer & producer based in LA by way of NYC. Most recently, MaryLynn served as an Associate Producer on ABC's Grey's Anatomy & Station 19. In season 18 of Grey's Anatomy, MaryLynn played a recurring role as MaryAnn Suchan (your eyes don't deceive you; it's basically her real-life name) a member of the Medical Accreditation Council. Created in honor of her grandmother, MaryLynn's short film, “My Dearest Elizabeth'' was proud to be screened at BraveMaker where you'll find her and Poonam Basu consistently overdressed and hamming it up in front of cameras big and small. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

Founder/executive director (actor/filmmaker) Tony Gapastione talks all things BraveMaker--the good, the bad and the challenging about starting a nonprofit. If you want to learn more OR become a donor--check our our website: https://www.bravemaker.com .

Screenwriter, Director, Actor and Founder of BraveMaker, Tony Gapastione (@tonygapastione) chats about his latest blog, “Best Practices for Creative Collaborations!” To read it go here: https://bravemaker.com/4-qualities-of-a-great-collaborator/

https://www.instagram.com/nadinecrocker/ Nadine is a friend of BraveMaker, a 2022 film fest alum. She first appeared on our show when her film CONTINUE, screened at our Film Festival, and now she's back with her second film DESPERATION ROAD, starring Garrett Hedlund and Mel Gibson, releasing October 6, 2023 in theaters and on VOD! Go see it this weekend. .

Special guests ABOUND in this episode. Recorded live at our 5th annual film fest in Redwood City, Ca---co-hosted by Tony Gapastione and Priscilla Lam this conversation includes a look back at BraveMaker as well as a peak into the future with interviews and conversation with the following industry professionals from Los Angeles https://www.instagram.com/tristanjshuler/ https://www.instagram.com/niceolecookies/ https://www.instagram.com/nationsfilm/ https://www.instagram.com/zimranjacob/ https://www.instagram.com/lodricdcollins/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravemaker/support

Meet the cast and crew of Peacock's SEE YOU NEXT CHRISTMAS (@seeyounextchristmasmovie)!! We have the joy of talking with the actor/writer/director, Christine Weatherup (@christineweatherup), actor Elizabeth Guest (@lizzguest), actor AJ Meijer (@digitalactor), and actor Vin Vescio (@vinvescio)!! You can catch the film on Peacock and watch the interview on our YouTube Channel! LINK BELOW. CORRECTION: This is episode 175, Tony said 176! Sorry! Follow BraveMaker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ Watch the interview on video (and others weekly), subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg Become a BraveMaker partner/donor https://bravemaker.com/donate/ Podcast edited by Barnell Amos of Speak Media Services https://www.speakmediaservices.com/ Produced by Amy Cohen https://www.instagram.com/cohen.amy/ Social Media by Kerri Alley https://www.instagram.com/kerrialley95/ Video clips curated and edited by Jessica Cohen https://www.instagram.com/jessa.cohen/ Podcast hosted by Tony Gapastione http://www.tonygapastione.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ and Krystina Wray Jackson https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ https://www.krystinajackson.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

For episode 173 are joined by three cast members of Netflix's original movie APOLLO 10 1/2; Danielle Guilbot (@danielle.guilbot), Milo Coy (@therealmilocoy), and Jessica Cohen (@jessa.cohen)!! The film also features, Glen Powell, Zachary Levi, and Jack Black! You can also watch by subscribing to our YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/m_i3FguXy5w Danielle (Stephanie) started her career in NYC at the age of 9, landing a lead role (Cindy Lou Who) in Broadway's Touring show Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas The Musical!.” Next, Danielle and her little sister Madeleine were both cast as Von Trapp children in a North American tour of "The Sound of Music.” Danielle and her sisters, Guilbot Sisters Project (GSP), are also songwriters and musicians. They were the youngest official performers at SXSW Music Festival in 2018. Milo (Stanley) surprised everyone when he boldly announced at preschool graduation his plans to become an actor. Apollo 10 1/2 is his first major acting break and in the process fell in love with filmmaking on set at Troublemaker Studios. In the two years since filming Apollo, he's starred in a music video for fan-favorite band Star Parks, two school district theatre productions, and "Search & Destroy," an upcoming short film from writer/director Alex Rosales. Milo's dream is to someday do his own "huge" stunts. Jessica (Jana) is an actress, writer, musician, singer, aspiring filmmaker, and all-around performer! She has written several screenplays and hopes to bring one of them to life in the near future. In 2021 she won a B. Iden Payne award (excellence in Austin theater) for “Outstanding Featured Musical Performance” for her performance in an Original Work in the Vortex Summer Youth Theater. She has written over 60 original songs, and has released a few on iTunes and Spotify. She is an intern with BraveMaker, and writes blogs for the BraveMaker website. Hosted by: @tonygapastione and @jaysonyerface . #bravemaker #bravemmakerliveshow #bravemakerpodcast #apollo10andahalf #netflixoriginalmovie #netflix #filmmaking #producer #director #actor #writer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Producer Mike Blizzrd, Animators and another Actor from Netflix's APOLLO 10 1/2!! @minnowmountain, Steph Swope (@stephswope), and Craig Staggs (@craigstaggs); Producer Assistant Lara Morgan; Producer Mike Blizzard (@emblizario); and Actor Bill Wise (@thebillwise)!! Tune in live to our Facebook page or subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the video: https://youtu.be/YNKHCWxci6w Hosted by: @tonygapastione Follow BraveMaker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ Watch the interview on video (and others weekly), subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg Become a BraveMaker partner/donor https://bravemaker.com/donate/ Podcast edited by Barnell Amos of Speak Media Services https://www.speakmediaservices.com/ Produced by Amy Cohen https://www.instagram.com/cohen.amy/ Social Media by Kerri Alley https://www.instagram.com/kerrialley95/ Video clips curated and edited by Jessica Cohen https://www.instagram.com/jessa.cohen/ Podcast hosted by Tony Gapastione http://www.tonygapastione.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ and Krystina Wray Jackson https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ https://www.krystinajackson.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Watch the conversation (and subscribe) on our Youtube channel. https://youtu.be/r9nj4pX3EIU Want more IDEAS? Listen to episode 133 from 2021! Follow BraveMaker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ Watch the interview on video (and others weekly), subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg Become a BraveMaker partner/donor https://bravemaker.com/donate/ Podcast edited by Barnell Amos of Speak Media Services https://www.speakmediaservices.com/ Produced by Amy Cohen https://www.instagram.com/cohen.amy/ Social Media by Kerri Alley https://www.instagram.com/kerrialley95/ Video clips curated and edited by Jessica Cohen https://www.instagram.com/jessa.cohen/ Podcast hosted by Tony Gapastione http://www.tonygapastione.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ and Krystina Wray Jackson https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ https://www.krystinajackson.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

https://www.instagram.com/acvouvray/ Catherine grew up gay in God's country. She feared for her life at home with mentally ill parents and out in the rural world of rednecks, where members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities were killed for sport. She watched, trembling at six, as hooded members of the KKK burned a giant cross. She heard about the boy who was killed for giving a blow job. It's no wonder that themes of repression of women and minorities are omnipresent in her work. A creative always on the fringes of mainstream society, her mission now is to champion inclusivity. Catherine wants to add to queer cinema, especially empowering lesbians, and invent a renaissance of interest in our elders. She wants to place older women at the epicenter of story. She wants to tell the stories of the overlooked and marginalized and give a bullhorn to those who aren't often given a voice. Catherine has written numerous award-winning screenplays for features and TV, becoming a fellow of the Middlebury Script Lab, attending the Stowe Narrative Lab on a partial scholarship, and attending both the feature retreat and TV lab at CineStory. She has directed four short films so far and will be shooting her feature directorial debut this summer. Follow BraveMaker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ Watch the interview on video (and others weekly), subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg Become a BraveMaker partner/donor https://bravemaker.com/donate/ Podcast edited by Barnell Amos of Speak Media Services https://www.speakmediaservices.com/ Produced by Amy Cohen https://www.instagram.com/cohen.amy/ Social Media by Kerri Alley https://www.instagram.com/kerrialley95/ Video clips curated and edited by Jessica Cohen https://www.instagram.com/jessa.cohen/ Podcast hosted by Tony Gapastione http://www.tonygapastione.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ and Krystina Wray Jackson https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ https://www.krystinajackson.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Thanks to to the REV Meg Biddle for this conversation. https://www.facebook.com/megbiddleministry If you want to become a BraveMaker donor: please go here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/brave-maker --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

Tony Gapastione is a pastor turned filmmaker, actor, director, producer, screenwriter, podcaster, and CEO of BraveMaker. In this episode, Tony shares how he went from creating in the shadows of his spiritual work as a pastor to the empowering realization that the performing arts can be a spiritual experience itself. Now from the hub of his organization BraveMaker he supports brave storytellers of all kinds through film screenings, panel discussions, and an annual film fest in Redwood City. In the wake of his own recent loss, Tony's first feature film Last Chance Charlene invites much-needed conversation about death in our culture that largely keeps it at arm's length. Get a look into the emotional and real-life inspiration for characters in the film as well as a couple of fun easter eggs to look out for. Hear Tony's thoughts about normalizing and de-stigmatizing discussions of death and suicide in support of those who are grieving. Follow Tony on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ Find his website at https://www.tonygapastione.com/ Follow BraveMaker on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg And on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ Red more about Tony and BravemMaker on our blog feature https://www.content-magazine.com/articles/brave-maker/ Did you watch the film and want to process your thoughts, questions and emotions? Download our FILM + GRIEF DISCUSSION GUIDE here: https://www.yahdavhanlon.com/lastchancecharlene Photo by Israel Soler https://instagram.com/israelsoler_/ __________________ This episode's music is "408" by Jack Pavlina. Read more about Jack in Issue 14.1 Winter 2022 — release date: Dec. 9, 2021: https://bit.ly/Discover141 Follow Jack at @jackpavlinamusic Spotify: https://bit.ly/jackpavlina --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/content-magazine/support

Join Kyrstina Wray Jackson and Tony Gapastione in conversation with Kayla Robinson Damien D. Smith Nick Musleh and Eli Vasquez --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Krystina and Tony give a TOP 12 list of CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS for filmmakers, actors and other Hollywood hopefuls. Use: https://smile.amazon.com and select BraveMaker as your nonprofit of choice. Every purchase Amazon will send us a percent of your shopping that goes back into supporting our work. Note cards, sharpies, white board $40 Ink + Volt journal $48 Storyboard Notebook $8 Slate: Film Clapper Marker $21 Writerduet.com Screenwriter Plans from $13.99 monthly ($168 annually) Books: Austin Kleon : Steal Like an Artist $10 each ($30 total) Subscription to Hollywood Reporter/Variety $199 per year Big Vu app. 6 months $99 Canva.com $12.99 monthly for pro Camera Lens mug $22 Nice Mic. Yeti, Shure $200 Give Funding (Venmo, CashAPP people) Support the dreamers, makers and storytellers in your life. This kind of support is life changing and affirming to the goals they set to achieve. All of these ideas can go a long way to showing you value, love and want to help your friend, spouse, or family member do great things. Got ideas for us? Email podcast@bravemaker.com or comment/DM us at : https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ The BraveMaker podcast is edited by Barnell Amos of https://www.speakmediaservices.com/ and produced by Alixandra Todd with support from our social media manager Kerri Alley and our intern Emerson Morely. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Join Krystina Wray Jackson and Tony Gapastione as they discuss the necessary skills required to live like an artist and banter about plans for the future of BraveMaker. https://www.instagram.com/tonygapastione/ https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Nicole Riegel (Writer/Director)was named one of Variety's 10 Directors to Watch in 2020. She served in the military prior to filmmaking and graduated from UCLA's MFA writing program. She was named one of Filmmaker Magazine's 25 Faces of Independent Film. She has been supported by Sundance through their Screenwriter's Lab and the Skywalker Sound+Music Lab. Follow her: https://www.instagram.com/nicriegel/ To WATCH this conversation to go: https://youtu.be/CbEUVFAr8ZA BraveMaker is a 501c3 nonprofit organization headquartered in Redwood City, California, dedicated to justice, diversity and inclusion in film. To make a donation go to www.BraveMaker.com/Donate THE BRAVEMAKER PODCAST is Hosted by Tony Gapastione + Krystina Wray Jackson Produced by Alixandra Todd Social Media Manager: Kerri Alley Production support from Speak Media Services Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ and Subscribe to our Youtube Channel --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Filmmaker, actor, husband, father, and pastor Tony Gapastione (@tonygapastione) joins host Peter Fenton (@peterfent) for a very human chat about what it's like to juggle all the roles in a creative's life. Tony has just finished directing his debut feature film, LAST CHANCE CHARLENE, under his production company, BraveMaker Media. Tony Gapastione has worked on stage and in front of the camera acting, in print and film for over twenty-five years. He's originally from Chicago where he grew his love for acting through theatre and now lives in Northern California where he became a SAG-AFTRA actor and filmmaker. Tony loves creative collaboration on the other side of the camera writing, producing and directing. Tony loves telling stories, that's why he also started his non-profit film organization BRAVEMAKER. He wants to support, celebrate and equip filmmakers, actors, and brave storytellers of all kinds. Tony hosts monthly film screenings, panel discussions and an annual film fest in Redwood City, California as well as hosting a live Youtube show every Wednesday. Tony's Blog on Fundraising: http://www.tonygapastione.com/blog BraveMaker Media Official Website: https://bravemaker.com/ More About Last Chance Charlene: https://bravemaker.com/last-chance-charlene/ Follow BraveMaker on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg BraveMaker's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ The creative process always takes some form of investment—usually a bunch of time, potentially some money, but always, a whole lot of effort in the beginning, middle, and end. To bring a project—any project—to life is a creative or otherwise entrepreneurial process, and for many of us who have brought one or more projects to life ("Rare Birds," if you will), bringing creative work into the world is second nature, and there are people out there who want to know how we did it. This is an opportunity to both promote your passion and to break down your creative process. The Rare Birds Podcast seeks to demystify this process of bringing projects to life one conversation at a time with a diverse set of creative and entrepreneurial types. The guests on this podcast are hand-picked by host Peter Fenton as interesting creatives with a sense of humor who create quality, thoughtful content and use their platform to make their circles of influence a better place. These casual, friendly conversations will ask, "What project are you most proud of? And how did you bring it to life?" of Authors, Filmmakers, YouTubers, Theatre Professionals, and more! About The Host Peter Fenton's work has appeared in or is forthcoming from Dadley Productions, Heuer Publishing, BraveMaker Media, and Wheaton College Jukebox Theater among others. Peter is an adventurous multi-genre author and screenwriter who co-founded Ornithology Media in summer 2021 as an imprint to produce creative work that stimulates critical thought and laughter. www.byPeterFenton.com www.instagram.com/peterfent/ www.twitter.com/peterfent/ ornithologymedia@gmail.com Intro Theme: Music: Lauren Duski - Rollin Download: http://raboninco.com/10wTc Music promoted by Epic Free Sounds Video Link: https://youtu.be/peWMaIvfckM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

CROSS-OVER PODCAST ALERT! The creative process always takes some form of investment—usually a bunch of time, potentially some money, but always, a whole lot of effort in the beginning, middle, and end. To bring a project—any project—to life is a creative or otherwise entrepreneurial process, and for many of us who have brought one or more projects to life ("Rare Birds," if you will), bringing creative work into the world is second nature, and there are people out there who want to know how we did it. This is an opportunity to both promote your passion and to break down your creative process. The Rare Birds Podcast seeks to demystify this process of bringing projects to life one conversation at a time with a diverse set of creative and entrepreneurial types. The guests on this podcast are hand-picked by host Peter Fenton as interesting creatives with a sense of humor who create quality, thoughtful content and use their platform to make their circles of influence a better place. These casual, friendly conversations will ask, "What project are you most proud of? And how did you bring it to life?" of Authors, Filmmakers, YouTubers, Theatre Professionals, and more! About The Host Peter Fenton's work has appeared in or is forthcoming from Dadley Productions, Heuer Publishing, BraveMaker Media, and Wheaton College Jukebox Theater among others. Peter is an adventurous multi-genre author and screenwriter who co-founded Ornithology Media in summer 2021 as an imprint to produce creative work that stimulates critical thought and laughter. www.byPeterFenton.com www.instagram.com/peterfent/ www.twitter.com/peterfent/ ornithologymedia@gmail.com Intro Theme: Music: Lauren Duski - Rollin Download: http://raboninco.com/10wTc Music promoted by Epic Free Sounds Video Link: https://youtu.be/peWMaIvfckM Rare Birds Episode 2: Filmmaker, actor, husband, father, and pastor Tony Gapastione (@tonygapastione) joins host Peter Fenton (@peterfent) for a very human chat about what it's like to juggle all the roles in a creative's life. Tony has just finished directing his debut feature film, LAST CHANCE CHARLENE, under his production company, BraveMaker Media. Tony Gapastione has worked on stage and in front of the camera acting, in print and film for over twenty-five years. He's originally from Chicago where he grew his love for acting through theatre and now lives in Northern California where he became a SAG-AFTRA actor and filmmaker. Tony loves creative collaboration on the other side of the camera writing, producing and directing. Tony loves telling stories, that's why he also started his non-profit film organization BRAVEMAKER. He wants to support, celebrate and equip filmmakers, actors, and brave storytellers of all kinds. Tony hosts monthly film screenings, panel discussions and an annual film fest in Redwood City, California as well as hosting a live Youtube show every Wednesday. Tony's Blog on Fundraising: http://www.tonygapastione.com/blog BraveMaker Media Official Website: https://bravemaker.com/ More About Last Chance Charlene: https://bravemaker.com/last-chance-charlene/ Follow BraveMaker on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bravemakerorg BraveMaker's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

You don't want to miss this episode! We interview the amazing Krystina Wray Jackson! They are cohost of the Bravemaker podcast, as well as the Wheel Queens of San Francisco podcast. They are an Actor, Advocate, Singer, and Designer. If you're looking for some encouragement, this is the episode to listen to! Find Krystina on instagram: @krystinawrayjackson Bravemaker podcast: @bravemakerorg We also discuss Cairn University's decision to cut its Social Work program. Krystina's instagram shout outs this episode: @tonygapastione - Bravemaker Films @abbyandkb - Bonfire inclusive clothing

We finally have the honor of hosting Krystina Wray Jackson! Former Ms. Wheelchair California and current co-host of BraveMaker, Krystina drops gems about intersectionality and representation, dating during COVID and her experiences at Pride.  You won't want to miss all the gems that are dropped! Shoutouts:Shana - Queerency: Space for you to hear about the queer economy, and shares queer business news. They highlight business leaders, facts, finance tips, and so much more around queers making money. And you should buy their most recent shirt “Queer as in Fuck you pay me”  Kris - Seth Rogen for his common sense comments on cancel cultures and comedy Krystina - Play Out Apparel where you can shop your style, not your genderBad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueers@theherapp.com or DM on InstagramFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokShop for official Bad Queers ApparelLove our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsShoutout to our sponsor HER App

BraveMaker's WHEELQUEENS Episode 4 Recorded January 19, 2021 ATTENDEES Krystina Jackson, Christine Burke and Olenka Villareal Show Notes: Episode 6 “The Magical Bridge” In this episode Christine and Krystina introduce you to one of our great sponsors, Olenka Villareal, creator of the Magical Bridge Foundation. The Magical Bridge is an all inclusive playground designed for families with members of all abilities. Come hear Olenka tell us how her game changing foundation is showing society that "inclusion is magical." The Magical Bridge Foundation Website: www.magicalbridge.org Roll with Krystina + Christine: https://www.instagram.com/krystinawrayjackson/ https://www.instagram.com/mswheelchairca_2020 https://www.instagram.com/wheelqueens_podcast https://www.instagram.com/bravemakerorg/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheelqueens/message

Irving Ruan is a Chinese American writer, actor, comedian, playwright, and software engineer. His work has been published in The New Yorker, McSweeney's Quarterly Concern, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, Funny Or Die, CollegeHumor, and elsewhere. He is a member of the San Francisco Writers Grotto. He graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a degree in Computer Science and has studied improv, sketch writing, and satire at The Second City in Chicago. Irving lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and is represented by Danielle Svetcov at Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency. We are grateful for Irving's continued hosting on our podcast and highlighting the art of writing and comedy! https://www.instagram.com/irvingruan/ One of the pieces we discussed on the podcast: https://www.newyorker.com/humor/daily-shouts/tv-game-shows-inspired-by-online-dating --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

You just need to listen. https://www.beyoncemass.com/ Thank you to Reverend Yolanda for her creative force. He has curated and music and life's work of Beyoncé into life changing, culture impacting expression of humanity and empowerment for black women. Rev. Yolanda M. Norton is the H. Eugene Farlough Chair of Black Church Studies at San Francisco Theological Seminary. Her womanist scholarship explores how Scripture treats foreign women and how this has led to the oppression of women of color who encounter the Bible today. She is also a PhD candidate in Hebrew Bible and Ancient Israel and Theology and Practice Fellow at Vanderbilt University. Rev. Norton is ordained in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), and she holds a Master of Divinity and Master of Theological Studies degree from Wesley Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Syracuse University. https://www.instagram.com/beyoncemass/ Special thanks for our BraveMaker ambassador: Keren Southall for co-hosting the conversation. https://www.instagram.com/kerensouth/ www.BraveMaker.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Hope you are all staying well during SHELTER IN PLACE and taking care of yourself. Enjoy Ragiv's story and meet him online live: April 7th or 8th, 2020. To sign up go to BraveMaker.Org and subscribe to our email list. Follow him: IG https://www.instagram.com/rajivgoshah/ Twitter https://twitter.com/rajivgoshah IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1974915/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Underwear for all shapes, sizes + preferences. That's Play Out Apparel. A non-gendered place to get the underwear you've always wanted. (Have you heard about Athleisure? You have now!). What is the story here? Ask Abby Sugar: Entrepreneur, fashionista and LGBTQ+ advocate. From NYC but currently living in the Bay while attending Palo Alto's Founder's Institute. She'll also be at BraveMaker's 2/24/2020 event. She's open to get connected with you and talk! https://fi.co/ https://www.playoutapparel.com/ IG + Twitter https://twitter.com/playoutnyc https://www.instagram.com/playoutnyc/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Interviewed by BraveMaker correspondent IRVING RUAN (listen to his BraveMaker interview ep 20) https://twitter.com/irvingruan https://www.instagram.com/irvingruan/ Caitlin Kunkel is a writer and satirist. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, The New Yorker, McSweeney's, among others, and she's a co-founder of the Satire and Humor Festival as well as The Belladonna Comedy. Along with the other Belladonna editors, in 2018 she published the gift book, "New Erotica for Feminists: Satirical Fantasies of Love, Lust, and Equal Pay." She created the online satire program for The Second City and teaches and gives talks around the world. Caitlin's Website: www.caitlinkunkel.com Satire and Humor Festival: www.satireandhumor.com The Belladonna Comedy Publication: www.thebelladonnacomedy.com New Erotica for Feminists: www.neweroticaforfeminists.com The Second City - Writing Satire for the Internet: www.secondcity.com/classes/chicago/online-writing-satire-for-the-internet-2020/ Class Instructors: Riane Konc: www.rianekonc.com Brooke Preston: www.brookeprestoncomedy.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

His film starring Uzo Aduba + Niles Fitch + Matthew Modine is coming to BraveMaker 12/5/19! Get tix: bravemissvirginia.eventbrite.com Follow him on IG https://www.instagram.com/rjdanielhanna/ Twitter https://twitter.com/rjdanielhanna --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Actress Izabella Alvarez is a rising Latina star (according to the LA Times). She's had roles in: Shameless. Westworld. Splitting Up Together (and more)... AND had a leading role in one of BraveMaker's favorite feature films: COLLISIONS! Now she's voicing the lead character RONNIE ANNE SANTIAGO in Nickelodeon's THE CASAGRANDES. (and she's only 15 years old!). Congratulations to this brave talent! Find her on all the socials: https://www.instagram.com/izabellaalvarez/ https://twitter.com/izabellaalvarez Her show: https://www.instagram.com/thecasagrandes/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Actor Jesse Garcia is on the podcast. Not only did he star in one of our BraveMaker film DARLINGS---the feature screening of Collisions. He's starred in and led other TV shows like Robert Rodriguez's From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series (and you'll be seeing a lot of Jesse in 2020 on certain amount of unannounced streaming shows! Stay Tuned)---but he acted in a BROADWAY PRODUCTION of Pee-wee Herman's show! If you listen in on this episode--you'll hear podcast host Tony Gapastione try to do his best impression of PeeWee's iconic laugh, (which sounds a lot like Tony's real laugh).

Evan is our resident photographer, web designer + BraveMaker! A very passionate, committed and driven guy...and he's a HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT--take a listen to his story and see what motivates him! Looking to get odd jobs done around your house? Need some extra labor for moving or landscaping from a non-professional yet hardworking student? Want to connect with teens and help them find work? He's got a solution for you. https://www.instagram.com/evanajuria/ https://www.grindstoneapp.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Another interview with our BraveMaker podcast correspondent Jon Fusco who sat down with RIVER GALLO. River [pronouns he/his] is a GLAAD award-winning Salvadoran-American filmmaker, actor, writer, model and intersex advocate with interACT. His work explores the dynamics of personal and confessionary storytelling, and media's healing abilities through re-envisioning minority narratives. He is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts Experimental Theatre Wing and the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts MFA program. "Ponyboi," his USC thesis which he wrote, co-directed, and acted in, is the first narrative film created by and starring an out intersex person in the history of cinema---produced by Stephen Fry and Emma Thompson. This year River received the ‘Rising Star Award' at the 2019 GLAAD Media Awards. He was named one of the “Most Exciting Queer People to Follow in 2019” by Out Magazine and made PAPER Magazine's list of “100 People Taking Over 2019”. https://www.rivergallo.com https://www.instagram.com/rivergallo/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Welcome Jon Fusco who joins the BraveMaker team as podcast correspondent! Nick Borenstein: http://www.nickborenstein.com/ Nick is a writer, director + dancer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

We fTony + Wendy) are back after our Hiatus.  Happy Summer! Consider DOUBLING your DONATIONS to BraveMaker with our MATCHING CAMPAIGN from a very generous donor! https://www.bravemaker.com/donate --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

Wendy interviews & Tony MANSPLAINS the BRAVEMAKER film fest. https://www.bravemaker.com/filmfest May 31st, June 1-2, 2019! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

Welcome JON FUSCO to the BraveMaker family. Jon's debut short film THE GUY will premiere on the west coast with us on June 2nd at 630pm in the Redwood City, Ca, Century 20 theater. Tickets here. Recorded January 2019 in the cold of Sundance, Park City Utah, Jon and Tony dish on all things filmmaking, festivals and podcasting. Check out Jon's FILM articles Indie Wire See the kickstarter to THE GUY; his film here. Follow him on IG https://www.instagram.com/jimscam/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jim_jon_jim/ 3 Short film podcasts by JON How to make a short pod 2 production Editing --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Race + gender biases. We all have them but what do we do about them? https://www.biasfilm.com/ We were honored to host a San Francisco filmmaker and her film that challenges us to confront our hidden biases and understand what we risk when we follow our gut. Through exposing her own biases, award-winning documentary filmmaker Robin Hauser highlights the nature of implicit bias, the grip it holds on our social and professional lives, and what it will take to induce change. After the film we had a dialogue with leaders who are also doing work in the race space: Ana Avendaño + Andre Henry (full interview with him on ep 7). You will also meet BraveMaker's first FISCAL SPONSEE Samah Damanhoori who is making an animated film on her experience of liberation from her oppressive past. More on that soon. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

We normally put out our episodes on Monday but since our friend Matt is in town for the Friday 2/22/19 BraveMaker event we recorded a conversation on creating art, church (of course) and culture. http://mattnightingale.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mattnightingale/ Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

500 Miles. 2 best friends. 1 wheelchair. That is I'LL PUSH YOU an incredible documentary by filmmakers Terry Parish and Chris Karcher. This interview co-director Terry Parish came to the BraveMaker office before our monthly screening to share about his journey. For more on Terry's creative agency see: http://www.emota.com/#/ For more on the film or to order: Use code: BraveMaker for a discount. https://www.illpushyou.com/ Oh ... What are the odds that when we screen a film set in SPAIN Rebekah would actually BE IN SPAIN. Take a listen! PS. February film screening is FEBRUARY 22ND 7PM IN REDWOOD CITY at Box Inc! Live music and LIVE PODCAST RECORDING with special guest Matt Nightingale and Director Nicolas Jara screening his film GUARDIAN. This event will feature an in-depth LGBTQ+ discussion. It is sure to be an eye-opening event. https://bravemakerfeb2019.eventbrite.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

Hope you love film! In this podcast you'll get a sneak peak of a whole new podcast where we interview creators and talk about film and all things creative! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

The very first episode of the BraveMaker podcast hosted by Tony Gapastione & Rebekah Amosah. Scripts, stories & conversations with creators. Filmmaker Richard Levien won the audience award at the Mill Valley Film Festival October 2018 with his touching coming of age immigration story: Collisions. His film stars Jesse Garcia (currently filming Netflix's Narcos: Mexico and the El Rey Network's From Dusk Til Dawn) and Ana de la Reguera (also of TV shows like Narcos, Amazon's Goliath and Power). He had all star cast of two amazing children as well. Listen in to hear the journey of bravely making this movie and telling this story. He did a private screening for BraveMaker on 12/17/18 in Redwood City. https://www.instagram.com/CollisionsMovie/ https://twitter.com/CollisionsMovie https://www.facebook.com/CollisionsMovie http://collisionsmovie.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bravemaker/support

On this episode 4 we listen to the challenges and the story of a strong woman, Jasna Stupere Pickett. Her illness forced her into natural hair journey which turned into opportunity. She is now the Founder and Owner of Jade Vines Natural Hair Care which is designed to strengthen, nourish and promote healthy growing hair You can also learn more about Jasna at : - http://www.jadevinesm.com - http://www.instagram.com/jadevines_natural - http://www.facebook.com/jadevinesnaturalhaircare This episode is sponsored by Bravemaker, a non profit media & arts organization that exist to empower artists to create, develop and reach their creative goals. Check out Bravemaker.com for more information. And we have special bonus for you who give rating and review on Dreampreneurs Chat iTunes, you’ll be invited to watch our new released short film called “SELFIE” for free. This movie is PG-13. Send your DM to Dreampreneurs Chat Facebook / Instagram for me to text you the link to watch. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreampreneurschat/support