The Solo Podcast

The Solo Podcast

Have you ever stayed for the credits? There’s a lot more jobs in the movie industry other than the actors, writers & directors. On The Solo Podcast we’ll interview professional filmmakers about their unique jobs. Tune in to find out what they do, how they do it and most importantly, how did they start working in the industry? We’ll also review films/tv/music and other art related subjects in a special segment entitled, “Art Appreciation” - Hosted by Jonny Diaz

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August 12, 2024 68 mins

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Host Jonny Diaz is joined by filmmaker Casey Lock (Method Madness). Join them as they discuss, The Bikeriders, the latest film directed by Jeff Nichols. They analyze the film's themes of brotherhood, rebellion, and the American dream, while also sharing their personal takes on how the movie stacks up against other films in the genre. It's a candid and engaging conversation for both film buffs and casual view...

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Join host Jonny Diaz as he welcomes Producer, Brenda Blair. Brenda delves into her journey as a filmmaker, sharing insights from her previous pojects and the challenges she faced along the way. She highlights the importance on how her unique perspective shapes her creative process. Brenda also discusses her future ambitions about her newest venture as a  certified Pilates instructor for film crew members at her new Pi...

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Ever wonder how sex and other intimate scenes are filmed for movies and TV? Is there a job designated to just choreographing that? How do you do that and where do you even begin? Join host Jonny Diaz as he invites Jennifer Yeuroukis, an Intimacy Coordinator for Film & TV, to explain and break down the intricacies of choreographing and filming these sensitive and unique scenes.

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Ever wonder what it takes to color a film or how to get paid for it? 
Host Jonny Diaz sits down with veteran Film Colorist, Mark Todd Osborne as he shares his years of experience coloring  such films as, It Follows, CAPOTE, Need for SpeedScrambled, Mountain Queen and more.
Mark delves into the intricacies of color grading, discussing the technical and artistic decisions that bring a director's vision...

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How do you find proper representation in the film industry? 
Join host, Jonny Diaz as he sits down with Andrew Toth of Above Below The Line Agency. Andrew created his own agency where he represents several positions and  crew members from each stage of production. For more info check out his site:
https://www.abovebelowtheline.com/

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Host Jonny Diaz welcomes Singer/Producer/Grouch Tiffany Topol as they talk about her new album "Sophomore Effort".
Labeled as Album of the year by Solo Picture Studios. We talk in length about what it took for Tiffany to create such a deeply profound and personal album.
Check out her album on Spotify or iTunes.

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How does a film production office work? And what do they do?
Find out as host Jonny Diaz interviews his former boss Shauna Sanders and a former Production Coordinator.  Shauna worked on some incredible films such as, Iron Man, Vanilla Sky, The Hangover, Django Unchained, The Lego Movie, Hunger Games and many more.

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What does a 1st Assistant Director do on set?
Find out as host, Jonny Diaz interviews long time 1st A.D. Greg Guzik.

Greg has worked on major shows and films such as, Westworld, Me Myself & Irene, Fever Pitch, Zach Stone is Gonna be Famous, Beverly Hills Ninja, Dear Santa (Upcoming Bobby Farrelly / Jack Black film) and many more.

Tune in to find out what exactly a 1st A.D. does. 

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June 6, 2023 51 mins

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Bianca Gisselle (singer/songwriter/actress) sits down with host Jonny Diaz to discuss her creative process. 
Follow Bianca Gisselle on Youtube/Instagram / Spotify / iTunes: @BiancaGisselle 

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On this episode of The Solo Podcast, host Jonny Diaz interviews  Film & TV Coordinator Jesse Bontreger. We learn how he got his start in the film industry. And how he moved up from a Production Assistant to APC. What does an APC do? How did the film industry keep making movies during Covid? Let's ask Jesse! 

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What is a gaffer and how do you become one?
Just ask Adam Chambers, the Chief Lighting Technician who's quickly become Hoyte Van Hoytema's right hand man. He's worked with some of the top DP's in the world and has some of the most incredible stories about working in the industry. Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Chambers about his incredible journey from selling drugs to rock stars to dire...

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Host Jonny Diaz reviews the TV Mini-Series, Fleishman is in Trouble. 
Starring, Jesse Eisenberg, Libby Epstein, Calire Danes Adam Brody and more.
Based one a book by Taffy Brodesser-Akner.

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Join host Jonny Diaz as he welcomes Jack Keslow to review the films: 
Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Focus (2015). Find out why we chose these films and if they were watching!

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In every major movie production, you need to rent gear.
No other rental gear is more important on set than the camera!
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Jack Keslow of Keslow Camera.
Keslow Camera has rented its cinematic cameras to some of the most prestigious productions in the world. Find out how it all works and visit: www.KeslowCamera.com

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At 74 years old,  pole dancer Starr Wise has no signs of slowing down. In fact, she's just getting started. After recently performing to a sold out crowd in Los Angeles, Wise is looking to keep pursing her pole dancing game despite what the haters say.
Listen & enjoy Wise's incredibly inspiring story. Follow Starr on Instagram at @Starr.Wise

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On this episode of Art Appreciation, host Jonny Diaz  makes his picks for the 2023 Academy Awards. He also reviews the film, The Whale  and The Father . Two wonderful films that aren't for the faint of heart. *Spoilers* 

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Ever wonder how to get your start into the Camera Department?
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Marvin Villa who is just starting his journey into the camera department. Marvin has worked on such shows as Snowfall, Yellowstone 1923, and several more. Check out this episode on how he got his start.

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Actor Jason Economus sits down with host Jonny Diaz to discuss their film 20 Something. The film is about a man who writes a love letter to all the women he dated while in his 20s. Jason also discusses his philosophy on acting. 
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What does a Producer actually do? And how do you become one? 
 Caleb Duffy started his career as an intern for the sound department on the film,
"Man on the Moon" starring Jim Carrey.  After years of working in the Location Department, Caleb shares his story on how he climbed his way up the Hollywood hills. Tune in as we go above the line to find out what it takes to be a producer.  Hosted by Jonny D...

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What happens when an actor wants to keep their prop?
How does product placement work?
What happens when your director wants you to print fake money?

We dive back in to part 2 of our interview with retired Prop Master Frank Escobedo.
On this episode he discusses making custom gun holders, and what do actors really drink if they're not sipping whiskey?

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