
Faith Film Fan
The Faith Film Fan Podcast is YOUR place to hear leading filmmakers and actors talk about their latest projects. Join hosts Rick Altizer and Alita Reynolds as they takes you behind the scenes of the faith-film world.
Episodes
78 episodes
78. John O’Leary - Soul on Fire
On this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast with host Rick Altizer, author and speaker John O’Leary shares the miraculous true story behind Soul on Fire, in theaters October 10. Burned on 100% of his body at ag...
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77. Mitch Hudson & Richie Johns - The Promised Land
Join Jared Henderson and Hailey Jurkovich as they go behind the scenes with director Mitch Hudson and producer Richie Johns to explore The Promised Land, a fresh, comedic take on the Exodus coming to YouTube October 1st. Discover how fai...
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76. Aaron Benward – God. Family. Football.
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer talks with Aaron Benward, producer of God. Family. Football. This inspiring docuseries follows former NFL coach Denny Duron as he comes out of retirement to lead...
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31:40

75. Noah Live with Ryan Miller
Join us as we talk with Ryan Miller, producer of Sight & Sound Presents: NOAH – Live!, the epic biblical stage production now coming to theaters September 18–24. From live animals to a 300-foot wraparound stage, Ryan shares how Sig...
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25:16

74. Mike Flynt – The Senior
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer sits down with Mike Flynt, the inspiring true story behind the new film The Senior. At 59 years old, Mike returned to play college football, becoming the oldest ...
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38:54

73. Andrew & Jae Huff – Dot Conner: Webtective
On this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer welcomes Andrew and Jae Huff, the creative husband-and-wife team behind Dot Conner: Webtective. What began as a fun children’s ministry video grew into a ...
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41:21

72. John Schafer & Tom Bancroft - Light of the World
In this episode, we sit down with John Schafer, producer and ministry leader with the Salvation Poem Project, and Tom Bancroft, veteran Disney animator (The Lion King, Aladdin, Pocahontas) making his directorial debut, to...
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71. Frank Sanza & David Parks - The Short Game
On this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, we tee off with director Frank Sanza and producer David Parks to talk about their brand-new golf drama, The Short Game. From the first spark of an idea more than a decade ago to overcoming...
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29:52

70. Steve Taylor: A Filmmaker’s Journey from Blue Like Jazz to Sketch
On this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer welcomes filmmaker, musician, and creative visionary Steve Taylor for a deep dive into his remarkable journey through film. From his early days directing and producing to h...
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69. Brian Bird: Faith, Film & When Calls the Heart
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed producer and screenwriter Brian Bird (When Calls the Heart, The Case for Christ, Touched by an Angel). Brian shares the powerful backsto...
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68. Paul Syrstad - Testament
On this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer sits down with Testament creator, writer, and director Paul Syrstad to explore one of the most exciting new series in Christian media. Streaming now on the Angel Studios ...
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52:37

67. Tim Mahoney & The American Miracle
In this inspiring episode, Rick Altizer welcomes filmmaker and close friend Tim Mahoney to discuss his powerful new film, The American Miracle: Our Nation Is No Accident. Drawing from Michael Medved’s bestselling book, Mahoney brings t...
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66. Mykelti Williamson – The Last Rodeo
In this heartfelt episode of The Faith Film Fan Podcast with host Rick Altizer, acclaimed actor Mykelti Williamson (known for roles in Forrest Gump, Fences, Ali, and The Purge) joins the show ...
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65. Show Me Your Glory: Eric & Kameron Swithin on Suffering, Miracles, and the Heart of God
In this powerful episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer sits down with Eric and Kameron Swithin—filmmakers, ministers, and co-creators of the upcoming documentary SHOW ME YOUR GLORY. From combat trauma and a cr...
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43:29

64. Director Seong-ho "Jay" Jang and Producer Dennis Cho: Behind the Scenes of The King of Kings
In this episode of The Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer interviews THE KING OF KINGS director Seong-ho "Jay" Jang and producer Dennis Won Cook Cho for an extraordinary behind-the-scenes look at the making of one of the ...
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43:27

63. Jon Erwin (Part 2) – Behind the Scenes of House of David and More
This week, Rick Altizer sits down once again with acclaimed filmmaker Jon Erwin—the visionary behind Jesus Revolution, I Can Only Imagine, American Underdog, and more—for an inspiring conversation on storytelli...
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62. Stan Jantz - The Chosen: LAST SUPPER (Come and See Foundation)
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Alita Reynolds welcomes Stan Jantz, Global Ambassador for the Come & See Foundation, for an enlightening discussion on the power of faith-based media. Togethe...
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61. Mario Murillo - I Am Living Proof
Join host Rick Altizer as he sits down with evangelist Mario Murillo to discuss the powerful new documentary I Am Living Proof. This inspiring film, in theaters March 9th, 10th, and 12th, follows the miraculous stories of three individ...
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49:29

60. Jon Erwin - House of David
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer speaks with acclaimed filmmaker Jon Erwin about his latest project, House of David, an epic eight-part series now streaming on Amazon Prime. Jon, known fo...
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17:21

59. Xander Berkeley and Ty Pennington - No Address
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, we sit down with Xander Berkeley and Ty Pennington, stars of the powerful new film No Address. They share the heart behind the movie and the intentional storytelling that brings a...
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14:45

58. The Unbreakable Boy featuring Zachary Levi and others
In this special episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, we’re joined by five incredible talents from the upcoming film Unbreakable Boy! Based on an extraordinary true story, this heartwarming movie follows a father and son learni...
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11:48

57. Mike Nawrocki - Dead Sea Squirrels
In this exciting episode, Alita Reynolds sits down with Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice behind Larry the Cucumber, to discuss his latest animated series, The Dead Sea Squirrels! Mike has...
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22:53

56. Isaac Norris - Between Borders
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Alita Reynolds talks with Isaac Norris, producer of the inspiring new film Between Borders. This powerful true story follows an Armenian family living in Baku d...
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26:07

55. Nathaniel Deen & Derek Dienner - Brave The Dark
In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, host Rick Altizer sits down with Derek Dienner (Producer) and Nathaniel Deen (Subject of the Film / Producer) to discuss their powerful new movie, Brave the Dark, hitting theaters...
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27:01

54. The Impact of Faith Films in 2024 and a Look Ahead with Bob Elder
Kick off 2025 with an inspiring episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast! Hosts Rick Altizer and Alita Reynolds are joined by special guest Bob Elder to reflect on the highlights of 2024 in the faith film industry. From surprising stats t...
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