Focal Point
Conversations with artists across all industries, taking a deep dive into the nuances, techniques, and philosophies of society's talent.
Podcasting since 2024 • 56 episodes
Focal Point
Latest Episodes
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Filmmaker Turns INDIE #56 w/ Filmmaker Christopher Maes
What if the best film school is a 15×22 basement? Former NationWriter-director Chris Maes breaks down how he turned a tiny room into a soundstage, shot two features with lean crews, and resourceful filmmaking. We dig into Hemisphere and AirS...
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What If Songs Spoke Like People Do? #55 w/ Grammy Nominee Sandy Knox
Grammy-nominated songwriter Sandy Knox, known for her work with artists such as Reba McEntire, Dionne Warwick, Neil Diamond, Patti LaBelle, Liza Minnelli, and Donna Summer opens up about how heartbreak, reinvention, and an unshakable love of wo...
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How to find work in the Industry 2025 #54 w/ Composer Josh Andres
Composer Josh Andrus joins us to share how he carved a real career path from EDM tours to scoring films and video games in today’s AI-driven industry. He reveals how a single DM opened doors, why a Juilliard certificate gave him an edge, and...
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Ethics and AI in Cinema #53 w/ Producer Marq Williams
How is AI changing the future of filmmaking? Producer Marq Williams shares his perspective on the promises and risks of tools like Runway and Midjourney, exploring how artificial intelligence could empower indie creators while also threateni...
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Trust Bridges Oceans #52 w/ Filmmaker John Smith Jr
Nigerian filmmaker John Smith Jr. shares how he built international relationships through honesty, cultural pride, and digital collaboration. From voicing characters in American horror-comedies to championing his native language in global pr...
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