I chat with Tacoma-based musician and music producer, MG! the Visionary!

MG the Visionary has had a long career in the music industry, starting out as a member of a Christian hip hop group, before expanding into his own solo work, and producing music for himself and other artists. He's also working on his own record label, Reign Room Records!

We chat about his journey as a musician, and the importance of authenticity and collaboration! We also discuss his inspirations and work, and how having misophonia turned into almost a superpower for his music production!

Follow MG! the Visionary and check out his work on Spotify here!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5z8RcB00bqA3zPW1n8twiK?si=r14tG6nKQrWEmXs4T-cRTg

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I interview musician and actress, Elizabeth Frohlich! Elizabeth is a Los Angeles-based musician, actress, and writer, known for singles 'Shatter' and 'Spies'.

We chat about her journey in entertainment, (including her experience singing for the Pope!), inspirations, the challenges of social media, and putting your authentic self into your work!

Follow Elizabeth and check out her music here!

https://www.instagram.com/elizabethfrohlich_/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXu2wsIeIvE

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I sit down Florida-based filmmaker, Jack Kierski! Jack is an independent horror film writer and director, and has won multiple awards for his films. We chat about what goes into creating a great horror film, what inspires him, and the challenges and rewards of indie filmmaking!

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https://www.instagram.com/kierskifilms/

https://www.instagram.com/kierskifilms1207/

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I chat with award-winning editor and all-around Post Production pro, Ana Christian! Ana is a Chicago-based editor and colorist, and has worked on numerous films, music videos, and commercials, and has also worked in the editorial department on various shows, including 'The Chi' and 'Work in Progress'.

We chat about her journey in post production, and her experiences working as an editor! we also chat about what post is really like, and how filmmakers can better prepare for post, and communicate with their editors!

Follow Ana and her work here:

https://anachronypost.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ana.j.christian/

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'Caged' is a very powerful, emotional drama that I was the cinematographer for, and co-producer on with writer/director, Leeza Mathew! Caged is a story of four women, each with different lives and cultural backgrounds, who come together to support each other through some of the lesser-known hardships of the COVID=19 pandemic.

In this special episode, we chat about the film, what inspired Leeza's idea, and what went into pulling it off!

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https://www.instagram.com/leezamathew/

Watch the film here!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EDjN3O7dt8&t

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I chat with trans model, actress, and activity, Kelly Vanryan! Having been in the entertainment business since a young age, Kelly has had quite a journey, and worked on a wide range of different projects. We met when I first moved to Los Angeles in 2019, and we collaborated on a documentary series called "What it Takes", about Kelly's transition. We chat about that project, Kelly's journey when first coming to Lo Angeles, and more!

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https://www.instagram.com/thecatsmeowwwwww/

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I interview award-winning pole dancer and instructor, Poundcake! Poundcake is also the founder of Naughty Godexx Clothing, a dancewear line on a mission to make cute dancewear for ALL sizes!

We chat about her journey as a dancer, what it's like to compete, and just how empowering dancing and teaching can be, as well as what really goes into creating your own clothing line!

Follow Poundcake and check out Naughty Godexx Clothing here!

https://www.instagram.com/poundcake.official/

https://www.instagram.com/naughtygoddexx/

https://www.naughtygoddexx.com/

I chat with independent film director, Jake Villadolid! He has won multiple awards for his directorial work, and has also worked as a professional PA on shows such as Euphoria, Insecure, and Diary of a Female President. We chat about movies that inspire us, the collaboration and teamwork involved in directing and creating a film, and just *how* crazy things can get on really big sets!

Follow Jake and check out his work here!

https://jakevfilms.com/hire

https://www.instagram.com/jake_villadolid/?hl=en

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I interview entrepreneur and musician, Krystal Beverly! Krystal is one of the founders and CEO of 'Beauty by TEN', an organic cosmetics line, created by Trans women of color.

I chat with Krystal about her journey as a musician, and the challenges and adventures of building a business and a brand!

Follow Krystal and Beauty by TEN here:

https://www.instagram.com/krystal__beverly/

https://www.beautybyten.com/

https://mobile.twitter.com/beautybytenatl

https://www.facebook.com/beautybytenatlanta/

https://www.instagram.com/beauty_by_ten/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/KRYSTALBEVERLY.TEN/

https://mobile.twitter.com/krystal_beverly

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I chat with Director Editor, and founder of Reel Clef Films, Paul Myzia!

We discuss his experiences both as a director, and as an editor (and what you can and can't really fix in post!), his inspirations, and his latest short film, 'The Masterpiece'.

Follow Paul and check out his work here!

https://www.instagram.com/paulmyzia/

https://www.instagram.com/reelclef

Check out 'The Masterpiece' short film, which we discuss in the episode, here!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhXqgE3Isac

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I chat with Fine Art Photographer and Graphic Designer, Viny Mathew! Her creative works have been published in The Inspire magazine and Times Newspaper, and she has been a recipient of the Daily Deviation award by Deviant Art.

I chat with Viny about the evolution of her art, the magic of editing, and what it's like designing film posters, among other things!

Follow Viny and check out her work here!

https://www.colorsofviny.com/

https://www.instagram.com/colorsofviny.photography/

https://www.facebook.com/colorsofviny.photography/

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I chat with musician and songwriter, Trey Hughes! Over the course of his journey, Trey has been a part of multiple bands, acted and performed in films, and also teaches music, founding Paper Street Studios LLC last year!

I chat with Trey about his journey, inspirations, and what it's really like trying to wrangle a classroom full of music students over zoom!

Follow Trey and check out his work here!

https://treyhughes.com/

https://www.instagram.com/treyhughesmusic/?hl=en

https://soundcloud.com/treyhughes-music

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I chat with award-winning actress and producer, Kate Pryor, known for short films Deployed, and Under the Willow Tree. Starting out as an actor, Kate's incredible journey and drive have led her all over the country for her work!

We chat about her work, journey, creative inspiration, and what it really takes to be able to follow your passions successfully!

Follow Kate, and check out more of her work on the following platforms!

https://www.instagram.com/kateg4tn/

https://linqapp.com/kate_pryor?r=link

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I chat with filmmaker Shawna Khorasani, award-winning director and writer of LGBT short films LoverGirl, and Popping the Question, about her work, Queer representation in film, and all of the creativity and collaboration behind bringing a film to life.

You can follow Shawna, and check out more of her work on the following platforms!

https://www.shawnakhorasanifilms.com/

https://www.instagram.com/shawnakhorasani/

https://www.facebook.com/shawnakhorasanifilms

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAIxHENSL6gXoQI5K2dH65A

https://twitter.com/shawnakhorasani

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Season 1 starting May 6th, 2022!