Film Festival Radio

SUNLIGHT, the darkly hilarious and unconventional love story from acclaimed British actress, comedian, and ventriloquist Nina Conti comedic actor Shenoah Allen, who also co-wrote the script with Nina. The character 'Jane,' played by Conti, copes with life’s emotional weight by permanently donning a full-sized monkey costume—creating a persona that allows her to disassociate from her pain. She rescues Roy (Allen), a suicidal New Mex...

The upcoming Movies Saving Pets Film Festival is set to make its world premiere on August 16, 2025, in Dobbs Ferry, NY at the Look Dine-In Cinemas Dobbs Ferry. Founded by Max Ellington and Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, the festival celebrates films that spotlight the bond between humans and animals, with a mission to raise awareness and support for pet rescue and adoption initiatives.

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Love After Lockup starts its new season, August 1st (8pm check listings for your area). Love After Lockup is a reality television series that follows couples navigating the emotional and logistical challenges of romantic relationships after one partner is released from prison. The show begins with the inmate’s release and documents the couple’s attempt to build a life together outside of incarceration. Cast members, Justine and Mic...

Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation opens nationwide August 1st at select theaters. This film explores how the legacy of author Jack Kerouac’s iconic novel 'On the Road' reflects in today’s America. The 90-minute film interweaves stories of modern-day “on-the-roaders” who share connections to Kerouac’s life, alongside those influenced by him or knew and loved him. Featured participants include Josh Brolin, W. Kamau Bell, Natalie M...

Wildlife biologist Forrest Galante (Alien Sharks: Death Down Under) is back with the new show Animals On Drugs -- Around the world. It's an all-new three-part series that zooms in on this worldwide problem. Wild animals are getting dangerously high – and it’s not by accident. From drunk bears to meth-addled gators and Pablo Escobar’s "cocaine hippos," human vices are wreaking havoc on the animal kingdom. Forr...

GUESTS:  Host/executive producer Mariana Van Zeller, host of Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller re: Season 5 of the show on National Geographic; Thomas Anderson host of the syndicated music radio show THE LOUNGE (LMB Network); Oscar-nominated director/filmmaker Traci L. Curry re:  HURRICANE KATRINA: RACE AGAINST TIME July 27th on (National Geographic), marks the 20th anniversary of the tragedy; veteran actress Elena Wohl re: new dr...

Sweet Samara is a short documentary, directed by Divad Durant, that follows Jalal Sabur, a Black farmer, at the Sweet Freedom Farm in Germantown, New York. The film explores Mr. Sabur’s mission to use maple syrup as a tool or symbol for abolition, drawing historical parallels between syrup and the fight against slavery—when it was promoted as an alternative to sugar produced through enslaved labor. The film further explores themes ...

From the heartwarming legacy of Modern Family and This Is Us comes Middlehood—an award-winning dramedy that dives into the laughter, tears, and revelations of one woman’s midlife “lifequake” within her American immigrant family. Named Best TV Show at the NY International Film Festival and hailed by Woman’s World as “your newest obsession,” Middlehood is now streaming for free on Plex, in addition to Prime Video. Veteran actress Ele...

NY Times Best-Selling author Joanna Ho chats about her latest children's book Becoming Boba, which is a heart-warming picture book, illustrated by Amber Ren. The book has a delightful story for children about self-discovery, self-love and identity, especially for Asian American children. Through playful storytelling and charming illustrations, Becoming Boba encourages readers to embrace their individuality and recognize that, like ...

Actresses Tisha Campbell and Wendy Raquel Robinson chat about their latest film Operation Aunties. In the action-packed comedy/drama, the three women become cyber-age vigilantes on a mission for justice and survival, to solve a cyber stalking crime that uncovers a dark web trafficking ring targeting women through a rideshare app. Tisha Campbell, Melissa De Sousa, and Amiya Scott are part of the cast, while Wendy Raquel Robinson is ...

Committee Animal is a whimsical short narrative film by Robert Redfield that imagines a world where nature’s oddest creatures—like platypuses, penguins, and armadillos—weren’t shaped by evolution, but by a dysfunctional design committee. The film blends humor with subtle advocacy, using satire to rekindle appreciation for Earth’s land animals while complementing more serious wildlife documentaries. Committee Animal's director/co-wr...

Award-winning best-selling author Varian Johnson has written several novels for children and young adults. His brand-new book, Little Big Man, is a beautifully illustrated by NY Times bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown. The book highlights the fun journey of a young child building his confidence as he steps up into the big kid role, specifically as the little big man of the house. An excellent book for kids for summer reading!

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The festive fun and holiday cheer comes a bit early for The Hallmark Channel's 'Christmas at Sea.' This 4-part mini-series blends tropical adventures on the high seas with holiday magic, offering fans a unique 'Christmas in July' experience. Each Monday for the entire month of July will feature a new episode that airs at 8pm (ET/PT) on The Hallmark Channel and streams the next day on Hallmark+ It's the ultimate fans experience for ...

Actress Kimberley Sustad chats about Christmas at Sea, a four-part reality docuseries airing on the Hallmark Channel as part of its annual Christmas in July celebration. The series follows devoted actual Hallmark superfans aboard the network’s first-ever Christmas Cruise, sailing from Miami to Nassau on the Norwegian Gem. Viewers are treated to heartwarming stories, while on-board fans mingle with beloved Hallmark stars like Kimber...

The History Channel’s new documentary Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning, airing July 7th @ 8pm (ET/PT) on The History Channel. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Chris Eyre, the film offers a powerful portrait of one of the most extraordinary athletes in American history. The film chronicles the life of Jim Thorpe, a Sac and Fox/Potawatomi sports icon who shattered barriers as the first Native American Olympic gold medalist and a multi...

Guests: Hallmark Channel favorite actress Kimberley Sustad, chats about the upcoming 4-part series Christmas in July. Part 1 airs July 7th @ 8pm/ET/PT on the Hallmark Channel, streaming the next day on Hallmark+.  Second guest is filmmaker Chris Eyre, to chat about his latest film Jim Thorpe:
Lit by Lightning, Premieres Monday, July 7th at 8pm ET/PT on The HISTORY Channel. And radio personality Thomas Anderson, from the nationally ...

Pop sensation Ashley Paul’s presence at both PRIDE events goes beyond performance. Her career has long echoed themes of self-expression, resilience, and liberation — values that deeply resonate within the LGBTQ+ community, and with audiences internationally as well. Second guest, Tonya Todd is currently showcasing her newest book, Comics Lit Vol. 1—a must-read for comic lovers. Comics Lit Vol. 1 is a thought-provoking collection of...

Just in time for the 25th anniversary of everyone’s favorite Latina trailblazer, Dora returns in a brand-new live-action adventure: Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado. This full-length family feature stars 16-year-old Samantha Lorraine as the beloved explorer, who—joined by her fearless cousin Diego and trusty sidekick Boots—embarks on a daring journey deep into the Amazon jungle. Their mission? Recover the fabled treasure of Sol D...

National Geographic celebrates the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster film JAWS, with the release of the new documentary "JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY" -- airs July 10 at 9/8c on National Geographic and streams the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

The 90-minute documentary offers an in-depth look at the making and lasting impact of the summer blockbuster that revolutionized cinema and altered our relationship with...