Breaking Indie
The Breaking Indie Podcast is a program made by filmmakers for filmmakers to learn all aspects of the industry.
From conversations with veterans in the industry, to aspiring filmmakers just starting out, we are learning all there is to know about life on set, the business behind the passion, and the endless stories of logistics and nightmares that come from production. We cover the full spectrum from producers to PA's, actors and advertisers, to everyone in between.
Stay tuned for regular episodes of The Breaking Indie Podcast.
Episodes
21 episodes
Ep. 18 Krassimira Belev/Tony Belev & Pt. 2 Rollyn Stafford
Recorded at the 2025 Santa Fe Film Festival, join host Brenden Roberts on an exploration through filmmaking and what it takes to break into the entertainment industry today. Buckle your seatbelts, because here’s another episode of Breaking Indi...
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Ep. 17 Dan Burns & Blake de Pastino, “Come Out Wherever You Are”
Blake de Pastino is an award-winning actor, model, and co-creator of educational YouTube channels including Crash Course, SciShow, and PBS Eons, of which is also co-host. He has appeared in feature films including “The Fear of It,” “Slant Stree...
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Ep. 16 Rodrigo Tactaquin & Claire Sandberg
In this episode we talk to Rodrigo Tactaquin and his work with the show Longmire as well as in part two, Claire Sandberg about her film “The Ramba Effect” winner of Best Documentary at The Santa Fe Film Festival.The Ramba Effect follows ...
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Episode 16
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Ep. 15 Antonio Weiss/Eddie Velez
Eddie Velez (Traffic) talks about directing Target Jeremy and his strategy as a first time filmmaker. We also talk with Antonio Weiss who shares his journey with an upcoming film, and how he intends to make his next project in Par...
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Ep. 14 Zoe Dunay & Aris Federman
Ep. 14 Zoe Dunay & Aris FedermanMeet the team behind the award winning film “Tin Soldiers” and Blue Oak Productions. In this fun and lively conversation, we talk about our mutual love for Christopher Nolan, the hometown of the atomic...
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Ep. 13 Hossein Martin Fazeli, “I Am Gitxsan”
I was born on this planet, why do I pay to exist here? That’s one question proposed by Hossein in today’s podcast episode. Additionally, we discuss how his political asylum has affected his career as a documentary filmmaker, and dive further in...
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Episode 13
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Bonus Exclusive: Ari Aster Excerpt
Catch our exclusive excerpt with Ari Aster about his latest film, Eddington. For more juicy content, enjoy our full episode on youtube!
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EP. 12 "Eddington" With Ari Aster
Ari Aster brings his new film back to New Mexico with the help of A24.We take a look behind the scenes of Eddington, talk to the director Ari Aster, as well as NM actors: @josephortega_ and @racheldelatorreofficail as well as the brains ...
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Ep. 11 “What Tomorrow Brings”
In this episode we talk to the filmmakers behind “What Tomorrow Brings” a family drama created by Matt Engelbert. During this two part interview we speak with the cast and creators behind this family affair. We will also learn how Matthew cr...
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Ep. 10 Danny Trejo
The legend, Danny Trejo, opens up with us about his past and how he broke into the film business. He speaks about training Eric Roberts on "Runaway Train", to getting his big break in Michael Mann's "Heat" with Al Pachino, Robert De Niro,...
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Ep. 9 Veronica Falcone (Actress, "Ozark")
In this episode of Breaking Indie, we talk to the star of American Underdog, Veronica Falcone, who known for her roles in Ozark, Perry Mason, and Jungle Cruise. Veronica shares her journey as a young actress and dance choreographer...
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Ep. 8 "Film Festivals" with John Mark Sibley Jr. & Mike Timm
Today we talk to a couple of fellas who worked at Sundance and Crested Butte Film Festivals! Subscription page:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2411785/supportPart 1:<...
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Ep. 7 Jonah Zimmerberg-Helms & Delaney Bishop
This is an awesome talk with directors Jonah Zimmerberg-Helms and Delaney Bishop. We discuss Jonah's work as a puppeteer, his work on the Revenant and a horse who won an academy award. We also talk about his film Stolen Tundra, and the global i...
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Episode 7
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Ep. 6 Vishy Ayyar, Suleka Mathew, Andrew Gray
Today's episode, we talk to the cast of American Underdog, and look deeper into the world of acting. We share stories of manifestation, the call to performance, and a random call to Thailand. Vish holds graduate degrees in Inform...
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Episode 6
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Ep. 5 Samir Asthana - Director of Business Development at Studio 71
Samir is the Director of Business Development at Studio 71, a leading global media company for digital-first creators and brands.In this episode we dive into to the modern world of distribution and how to bring your film to market. We ad...
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Episode 5
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Ep. 4 Taylor Treadwell, Actress
Taylor Treadwell's notable feature work includes KNIGHT & DAY opposite Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz, directed by James Mangold; HALL PASS directed by Peter and Bobby Farrelly; W. directed by Oliver Stone; as well a...
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Episode 4
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Ep. 3 Clint Howard II, Director of Photography
Clint Howard II, discusses the complexities behind being a DP, joining the union, and working in reverse to advance in the camera department.We crack some jokes, and also discuss our project, Tales of a Faded West as we premie...
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Episode 3
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Ep. 2 Gustavo Martin, Director, American Underdog
Gustavo Martin, the director of American Underdog staring Vishy Ayyar, Danny Trejo, and Veronica Falcón shares with us his story during the world premiere of his film. Starting in locations and working his way to directing feature f...
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Episode 2
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Ep. 1 "Intro to The Breaking Indie Podcast"
Join us in our hot garage where we actually talk shop on the nuts and bolts of the film industry, and what we plan to do with our podcast.The Breaking Indie Podcast is a program made by filmmakers for filmmakers to learn all aspects of ...
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Episode 1
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