Indie Coach
The Indie Coach Podcast helps indie filmmakers and creatives navigate the business side of the creative process
Episodes
🎙️ New Episode Drop: Finance Meets Film 🎬
Ever wonder how real deals get done in Hollywood—and what indie creators can actually do to attract investors?
Join me on The Indie Coach Podcast as I sit down with Thomas Kingston, founder of @MediaCSuite and media finance expert who's structured hundreds of millions in deals across studios, streamers, and independents.
https://mediacsuite.com/
We unpack: 💰 What investors are really loo...
🔥 NEW EPISODE: Tom Malloy – Making Movies That Make Money 🎥
Want to learn how to raise millions for your indie film? 💰 How to pitch like a pro, package a film that sells, and avoid getting ripped off in distribution?
Then this episode of The Indie Coach Podcast is your playbook.
🎙️ My guest is Tom Malloy—producer, actor, and founder of FilmmakingStuff.com. He’s raised over $25 million in private equity for indie projects and kn...
Mark and I catch up on his latest film, Words of War, now in theaters!
We talk about how he got it made and the importance of the theater experience.
You can find out where to see & support Words of War by going to:
🎬 NEW EPISODE ALERT!
What does it take to navigate the chaos of film, funding, and the ever-changing entertainment industry? 🎥
We sat down with Tom Barile of Nice Shoes to unpack the lessons, landmines, and leverage points that every indie filmmaker needs to know in 2025 and beyond.
From building creative longevity to cracking the financing code, Tom brings the kind of clarity that cuts through the noise.
🎧 Available now on The ...
Triple Wins in Film Financing with Paul Jarrett
🎧 In this episode, I sit down with Paul Jarrett, co-founder of Triple Win Studios, to unpack what a true win-win-win looks like in the world of independent film financing. From breaking traditional funding models to aligning investor incentives with creative outcomes, Paul brings a fresh, entrepreneurial lens to how films get made—and how they actually become profitable.
We dive into...
In this episode of The Indie Coach Podcast, host Ron Newcomb sits down with the powerhouse team behind Group 2 Entertainment, the boutique management company that's been shaping Hollywood careers for over two decades. From shepherding indie creators into the mainstream to representing talent across TV, film, and digital, Group 2 pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in today’s entertainment industry.
Whether yo...
Interview with Daren Smith. Independent Film Producer creating BLOCKBUSTER indies at Craftsman Films & Producer Fund I, and the author of the book, "Blockbuster".
https://www.craftsmanfilms.co/
Interview with Daniel Maze of Dutch Angle. He is an expert in film structuring, financing, strategic partnerships & Distribution strategies.
Tyler helps indie filmmakers turn their creative visions into successful productions. With two decades of global experience spanning the US, India, and Sweden, I bridge the gap between artistic ambition and business reality, bringing both creative insight and analytical precision to every project.
Passionate areas are:
- Project Development & Creative Strategy- Film Business Analysis & Optimization- Production Management &...
Interview with Eddie Gamarra, PhD
Media Rights Specialist, Ambassador & Translator between Hollywood and Publishing. Former VP, Literary Affairs Paramount's Kids & Family. Speaker, educator, and business strategist.
Join me in my discussion with Matt Stagmer.
It was very insightful and he was very giving of his time and information. He's a YouTube and has been an Executive Producer for a Reality Show.
You can find him on his YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@ThatWorks where he has grown his channel to over 800k subscribers.
Join the tribe and dive into the conversation, and let us know what you think!
That Works is a channel all about blacksmi...
Dr. Adam Gower helps raise capital faster! With 30+ years of real estate experience, he has raised $1+ billion. Get immediately actionable strategies and tools to raise more capital, connect with accredited investors, and scale faster—enhanced by AI to stay ahead of the competition.
Learn how in his free newsletter: https://easywin.ai/
Visit his site to know more: https://gowercrowd.com/
JOIN ME IN HIS UPCOMING TRAINING: https://...
https://michael-j-sullivan.com/
Indie Coach Podcast with Fantasy Author Michael J. Sullivan
Join me on The Indie Coach Podcast, where my co-host Anuj and I dive into the heart of indie storytelling! Our shared passion for crafting and sharing stories brought us together, and from day one, Anuj has been an incredible collaborator—offering his time, resources, and industry knowledge with a generosity that’s rare to find. He brings professional insights and invaluable contacts, and his approach is always as gracious as it is...
Caleb, my oldest friend and an amazing individual, has had a remarkable career in animation. Join us as we discuss the industry, delve into his journey, and uncover valuable insights from his experiences.
Follow Caleb here: https://caleb-meurer.squarespace.com/
Are you an indie filmmaker trying to figure it out on your own? Well, you don't have to! Join my conversation with filmmaker, Adam Newman, as we talk indie filmmaking and more! It was a great conversation!
Check out Adam here: https://www.dreamscapeproductions.com/
Jerry is a long-time friend who helped bring The Forge and many of it's stories to life. AI is a hot topic, but Jerry and I get into what are some of the tools filmmakers/post-production team members are using?
Go check out the searchable everything AI site at: https://www.futuretools.io/
Arel is a long-time friend who made a play with his brother on NFTs and is now the CEO of Passage, Strange Clan, and 3 Division. NFT, Crypto, Web 2.0, and AI are all things we hit on in this conversation.
Sites mentioned:
https://twitter.com/thestrangeclan
https://threedivision.podia.com/cohorts - and join one of the cohorts to learn 3D modeling!
https://www.theguerrillarep.com/ Ben Yennie is an American producer's representative, speaker, author, and entrepreneur working at the intersection of technology and film. He's helped to package, finance, market, and distribute several films, generally receiving the title of executive producer for his role as a producer's rep. He has written three books to date (most notably a guide to the American Film Market and a macroeconomic s...
In the world of indie filmmaking, one thing remains a constant - and that is change. Distribution seems to change each year and can be elusive at best. As a filmmaker, you must start with the end in mind and know how to navigate distribution. Join me in my conversation with Jerome as we discuss the latest indie film distribution trends. More on Jerome can be found at his distribution company site: https://lionheart.la/
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