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April 30, 2025 70 mins

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:


ATLFF Opening Weekend

Aaron's Top 5 Film Fest Tips (Number 2 will BLOW YOUR MIND)

Bill Owens Steps down from '60 Minutes' as Trump puts pressure on the Paramount-Skydance Merger (The Wrap)

The Data on Crew Diversity (The Ringer)

Talent Migrates to the Creator Economy (Ankler)

Cannes Late Additions (Variety)

'The Studio' Episode 2 Watchalong


You can check out Sammie's work:

Rough Draft Atlanta

Sammie on Substack


You can check out Aaron's work:

@strandedonstage

@withdrawalfilm

Get tickets to Withdrawal HERE


Email us: crashzoompod@gmail.com


Follow us on IG and Tiktok

@crashzoompodcast


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