Film Hustlers
Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
Episodes
195 episodes
The Truth About FILM Distribution with Film Mode Entertainment's Clay Epstein 🎬
Welcome back, Film Hustlers! 🌍 If you’ve ever wondered if it’s actually worth raising a million bucks to make an independent movie, this is the one episode you cannot afford to miss.Veteran film distributor Clay Epstein (...
$42 Billion + plus still on the table for linear
Over $42 Billion is still on the table. Claim it?The business is shifting, but the money hasn't disappeared— On this episode of Film Hustlers, we’re breaking down the cable movie - 15 days, 10 locations, and 8 or so char...
Faith Meets the Film Hustle ft. Father Tom Gibbons 🎬✨
We’re sitting down with Father Tom Gibbons, President of Paulist Productions, to discuss the "secret sauce" that has them collaborating with A-listers like Martin Sheen and Chris Pratt. We talk about their acclaimed anthology seri...
Industry Veteran Jen Aguillon stops by to discuss the power of a YES and Being Positive
Industry vet Jen Aguillon dropped by the Library Cigar Lounge to talk career longevity, the evolution of news, and why "hustling" is a core value.If you’re looking for a dose of positive energy and some real-talk advice on breakin...
Ann Lewis Roberts talks about YouTubers Disrupting Hollywood!
The needle is moving faster than ever in the film industry. In this episode of Film Hustlers, host Mark Roberts, Rod "Tuddy" Rinks are joined by veteran exec and producer Ann Lewis Roberts to break down the radical shift from traditional ...
Secrets of a Production Designer with Robert Wise
Production Design is often the "invisible" art of filmmaking, but Hustler Robert Wise explains that everything the camera sees is a result of his work. Join the Huslers as they dive into the high-stakes world of the Art Department.From h...
Top Gun Maverick's Tommy Harper teams up with Vertical's hottest star, Kasey Esser for LOVE UNDER FIRE
On this Micro-Drama edition of Film Hustlers, we sit down with Hollywood heavyweight Tommy Harper, Producer behind Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible, Star Wars, and currently shooting Wednesday Season 3 in Ireland! and Kasey Esser, the "Br...
How to get noticed as an actor/creator. What does an agent look for?
The Film Hustlers talk about the secrets to thriving in today’s film industry! Discover how the game has changed since the 90s and learn powerful networking strategies to catch the eye of agents. They discuss tips on securing funding and ...
Film Hustlers S6 Premiere — Is syndication TV Dead? & Where is the MONEY Going?
Film Hustlers — Season 6 (now with video) — is a fast-moving Podcast for filmmakers, creators, and anyone hustling in today’s shifting media landscape. Hosts Mark Roberts, Tuddy (Rod Rinks), and Davey Dave mix 30 years of indie filmmaking...
Veteran Producer Ann Lewis Roberts breaks down how creators win today and More!
Ann Lewis Roberts explains how she climbed from intern to network leader and shares today’s creator playbook: get in the door any way you can, treat brands like studios, own and repurpose your content. YouTube, Verticles and MUCH MORE!! &...
Russell Emanuel TALKS ExtremeMusic.com the BEST Music Library in the business
Russell Emanuel — co‑founder and CEO of Extreme Music — joins Film Hustlers to unpack how he turned a dusty music library into a global, tech‑driven powerhouse that lets filmmakers instantly find, customize, and license premium cues without the...
Can Film Tax Credits work for your film? And more!!
Season 6 of Film Hustlers is HERE! — 🔥 No-fluff, state tax credits, Great tax credit states, auditing tax credits — and the exact moves to stretch your budget, protect investors, and actually finish your film. For indie filmmakers who wan...
Taking your shot at acting and stand up comedy, How Davie Dave made it work!
Join us for an electrifying episode of Film Hustlers as we welcome our very own, the talented Davie Dave Morales! Dive into his journey through the worlds of Social Media, Comedy, and Acting, as he shares the behind-the-scenes stories ...
Filmmaker John Schimke talks about the HUSTLE and his new film Where the Wind Blows
From the trenches to the screen: John Schimke breaks down the high-stakes chess game of modern filmmaking and why the 'hustle' is the only real currency. He also talks about his new film Where the Wind Blows.
Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli - from Soap Operas to Tulsa King
This week, the multi-talented Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli, talks about his journey from Pro football to General Hospital to Tulsa King. #FilmHustlerPodcast #TheChristmasSpark #GuyNardulli #Filmmaking #Podcast #BehindTheSce...
DAVID KENDALL from Cosby Spec to Growing Pains, iCarly and much more!
Episode: David Kendall (writer/director/producer) — This week the Film Hustlers sit down with TV vet David Kendall (Growing Pains, Boy Meets World, iCarly, Hannah Montana) to unpack sixty-plus episodes, breaking into Hollywood with a spec scrip...
CONCRETE - From Street Hustles to Hollywood Dreams
On this week’s Film Hustlers, we get real with Concrete — a true artist who’s been through the trenches. From losing everything in a theft to grinding behind the scenes in music, acting, and comedy, his story is about hustle, resilienc...
Lets get ready to HUSTLE! Lock in your pitch, Don't get discouraged!
Film Hustlers: Back to One: The Art of the Pitch & Making Your Money Back 🎬💰🔥 The Hustle is Global! Mark, Tuddy, and Davie Dave are talking to hustlers worldwide!This week, we dive into The Pitch. How to practice...
Dr. Tina Vartanian talks about LACHSA the #1 Public Arts High School in the nation
The Hustlers welcome Dr. Tina Vartanian, the principal of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)—widely considered the #1 public arts high school in the nation. In a candid, personal conversation, we dive into:<...
Ann Roberts talks Multi-Million Dollar Podcasts, Vodcasts & the YouTube Business
Ann Roberts and the Hustlers discuss the resurgence of live TV, and the growing importance of YouTube and brand-funded content. They analyze the strategies of major players, such as Paramount+, Netflix, Apple, and Warner Bros., and explore oppo...
How Hustling brought the ultimate success to TV producer Gil Lopez
🎬 Exciting Episode Alert! 🎬This week on the Film Hustler Podcast, we sit down with the unstoppable - Gil Lopez Hollywood producer, showrunner, and behind-the-scenes mastermind with nearly 30 years of experience! From starting out on ...
Let’s talk MOBISODES! AND much more!
Dive in and unpack the shifting landscape of filmmaking, from tax incentives to the rise of short-form, mobile-friendly content like mobisodes and what the future holds for indie filmmakers in a rapidly evolving industry. Plus, the importance o...
How to Cast a name Star in Your $10,000 Movie!!
How to cast a name STAR in your $10,000 Movie! AND special guest Eric Swanson talks about the heartbreak of getting his script idea stolen and turned into a hit movie.