
The Longest Take Podcast
Exploring cinema to those who are involved in every facet of the production.
Episodes
34 episodes
Bing Liu - The Longest Take Podcast *Preparation For The Next Life is out Friday September 5th*
I had the great opportunity to talk with Bing Liu about their fiction feature film debut, Preparation for the Next Life. We dig deep into some of the themes in the film and we talk a little bit about other projects in Bing's filmography, like t...
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Episode 28
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20:33

Macon Blair *The Toxic Avenger - IN THEATERS FRIDAY AUGUST 29th* - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode we are joined by Macon Blair!! Macon has a well-established acting career, starring in the fantastic Blue Ruin, and has had a great run thus far with their directorial ventures. I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore &...
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Episode 27
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46:17

Peter Cilella - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode I'm joined by writer/director Peter Cilella. Acting in 2011's Resolution, directed by Justin Benson & Aaron Moorhead, and reprising that role in their 2017 film The Endless, Peter has recently released his feature directo...
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Episode 26
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1:12:33

Sanjay Singh - The Longest Take Podcast
Welcome to this week's episode! I am joined by Sanjay Singh - a filmmaker, entrepreneur, and advocate for all artists! Also, a large advocate for diversity and underrepresented artists. The NUKHU FOUNDATION is a not-for-profit organization that...
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Episode 25
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29:17

Michael Lukk Litwak - The Longest Take Podcast
Thank you for tuning in! Today I am joined by Michael Lukk Litwak! Michael is a fantastic Brooklyn based filmmaker, with a love for science fiction. Michael also teaches filmmaking, you can follow through links on his website. Molli and Max in ...
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Episode 24
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1:02:57

Jose Prendes - The Longest Take Podcast
Welcome to EPISODE 23! I am joined by filmmaker Jose Prendes. He is a writer and director, known for Veronique Von Venom: Horror Hostess Hottie (2012), Blood Brothers (2015), The Exorcists (2023), and Morgan: Killer Doll (2025). Has written 31 ...
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Episode 23
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1:03:21

Kurt Carley - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode I'm joined by Kurt Carley! Kurt has an extensive career, proudly donning the title as creature actor or suit performer - giving us roles in movies such as Godzilla 1998 (the man in the suit), the Underworld series, Guillermo ...
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Episode 22
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53:24

Richard Burgin - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode we are joined by writer/director Richard Burgin! Richard has over a decade of filmmaking experience, starting with the video editing class he took in middle school. Richard made the comedy sketch
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Episode 21
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49:57

Joe Lam - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode we are joined by writer/director Joe Lam! Under Shining Light Pictures, he's worked on numerous Narrative Films, Documentaries, and Music Videos. His latest short film, Fugitive Zero has won 56 awards during its festival circ...
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Episode 20
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52:45

Aaron B. Koontz - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode I'm joined by Aaron B. Koontz. Aaron is the founder of Paper Street Pictures and is responsible for producing projects such as The Artifice Girl (2022, dir. Franklin Rich); Shelby Oaks (2025, dir. Chris Stuckmann). Aaron is t...
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Episode 19
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1:21:32

Liam O'Donnell - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode I am joined by guest co-host Diego Osorio (https://www.youtube.com/@osoriofilmproductions). We welcome Liam O'Donnell to the podcast. Liam has been mostly known for...
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Episode 18
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1:22:28

Bobby Thompson - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode we are joined by musician and audio engineer Bobby Thompson. Bobby has well established himself as a force in the realm of sound design, scoring/editing/sfx for an array of shorts and even a couple feature films. His most rec...
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Episode 17
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42:35

Diego Osorio - The Longest Take Podcast
This week I was joined by Diego Osorio, of Osorio Film Productions, where we discuss his newly released short film, Encounter: Fang, and some of his inspirations as it pertains to his creative process! Be sure to check out Encounter: Fang on Yo...
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Episode 16
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50:20

Daniel DelPurgatorio - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode I'm joined by Daniel DelPurgatorio. Daniel recently released his feature 'Marshmallow' on VOD. With a taste for the horror/scifi, Daniel and I get to dive into his inspirations, creative processes, and the victories that you ...
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Episode 15
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1:00:28

Heidi Mikac - The Longest Take Podcast
Today we are joined by Heidi Mikac! Sher is a writer, producer, and actress in Indiana. She is the President of Heidi Mikac Films along with Vice President Caitlin Skinner. Heidi has been involved in film since the summer of 2023. Since then, s...
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Episode 14
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1:03:19

Tiffany Abney - The Longest Take Podcast
In today's episode we are joined by the immensely talented Tiffany Abney - stunt performer turned writer and director. Support Tiffany -
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Episode 13
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58:37

KateLynn E. Newberry - The Longest Take Podcast
Thank you for tuning in. We are joined by KateLynn E. Newberry! She is an award-winning actress with over 100 film credits, seamlessly transitioning from independent cinema to mainstream media. Known for her captivating screen prese...
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Episode 12
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44:53

Kevin Keppy - The Longest Take Podcast
This week, we're joined by the incredibly talented creature actor Kevin Keppy, known for bringing nightmares to life in projects like Smile, Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities, and the show Evil. Kevin takes us behind the scenes of wha...
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Episode 11
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49:04

Erin Brown Thomas & Beth Napoli - The Longest Take Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker Erin Brown Thomas and producer Beth Napoli to delve into their creative journeys and collaborative process behind their latest project, Chasers. This 31-minute single-take pilot, co-written and directe...
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Episode 10
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1:03:09

Tony Wash - The Longest Take Podcast
I'm joined by Tony Wash - horror film connoisseur and prominent writer and director in the field! He is the founder of Scotchworthy Productions, he has directed and produced numerous indie horror projects, including The Rake, High on the Hog (s...
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Episode 9
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1:16:32

Mark Cantu & Brian Ceponis - The Longest Take Podcast
We are joined by Mark Cantu, writer and director of Massacre Academy, Wolf Hollow, and the upcoming GRIND cosmic horror comedy, and actor Brian Ceponis, whose long list of work includes movies such as 2024's Cabrini, Wolf Hollow, and an insanel...
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Episode 8
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48:35

Derek Braasch & M.C August - The Longest Take Podcast
In this episode, I'm joined by filmmaker Derek Braasch and novelist Michael August—two creative powerhouses teaming up for a twisted new horror ride. We dive into their upcoming film The Clown Dies At Midnight: Clown Harder, a blood-soaked sequ...
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Episode 7
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41:20

Victor Gabriel - The Longest Take Podcast
Victor Gabriel is a rising force in independent horror cinema, celebrated for his inventive, no-budget filmmaking that pays homage to classic genre traditions. Based in Metro Detroit, Gabriel is the writer, director, and co-star of Blood Gorge ...
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Episode 6
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1:17:53

Cody Leach - The Longest Take Podcast
Cody Leach is a film critic and content creator best known for his YouTube channel where he dives deep into movie reviews, franchise rankings, retrospectives, and spoiler-filled breakdowns—especially within the horror and action genres. With a ...
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Episode 5
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1:01:33
