15 Best California Filmmaking Podcasts

1. How Did This Get Made?

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Have you ever seen a movie so bad that it's amazing? Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael and Jason Mantzoukas want to hear about it! We'll watch it with our funniest friends, and report back to you with the results.MORE Hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas
Producer/Network Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 83.4KTwitter 71K Avg Length 74 min Since Dec 2010 Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. In Love with the Process Podcast

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Join the thrilling journey of film director Mike Pecci as he fearlessly dives into the realm of chasing his dreams. Buckle up and get ready for the exhilarating ride as he embarks on the adventure of preparing for his very first Hollywood feature film! Grab those noise-cancelling headphones and immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of the hottest new synth-wave music.MORE Host Mike Pecci
Producer/Network Mike Pecci
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Twitter 2.5KInstagram 168.7K Avg Length 91 min Since Mar 2017 Get Email Contact

3. Scriptnotes Podcast

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Screenwriters John August and Craig Mazin discuss screenwriting and related topics in the film and television industry, everything from getting stuff written to the vagaries of copyright and work-for-hire law.MORE Hosts John August, Craig Mazin
Producer/Network John August and Craig Mazin
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Twitter 85.6K Avg Length 58 min Since Aug 2011 Get Email Contact

4. Making Movies is HARD

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Liz Manashil and Alrik Bursell discuss independent filmmaking, everything from writing, producing and directing to working as crew. But this is not just a podcast about 'making it,' it's also about struggling with rejection, self-doubt and everything else that comes with pursuing a career in film. Follow along as we forge our own way through the industry and talk to guests who are also making it happen.MORE Hosts Alrik Bursell, Liz Womanashil
Producer/Network Liz Manashil & Alrik Bursell
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 2.7KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 5.4K Avg Length 52 min Get Email Contact

5. Indie Film Hustle Podcast

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The Indie Film Hustle Podcast is your #1 source for how to hack the film business and indie film world! The show is here to help as many indie filmmakers as I could. We wanted to bring the best guests, industry leaders, creative legends, and film business friends to you, the IFH Tribe. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning Writer/Director Oliver Stone, Barry Sonnenfeld (Men in Black), Alex Proyas (The Crow, I, Robot), James V.MORE Host Alex Ferrari
Producer/Network Indie Film Hustle
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 3.2KInstagram 21.8K Avg Length 62 min Since Jul 2015 Get Email Contact

6. Show Don't Tell

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Every Thursday, Noam, shares valuable insight into the world of micro-budget filmmaking, geared towards true DIY filmmakers looking to get out there and create their own films. Tune in to hear Filmmaking techniques, camera reviews, and industry tips from his real-world experiences as an independent filmmaker.MORE Host Noam Kroll
Producer/Network Noam Kroll
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 10.1KTwitter 18.3KInstagram 39K Avg Length 46 min Since Apr 2017 Get Email Contact

7. The Filmmaking Stuff Podcast

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Filmmaking Stuff provides tactics for film producing, film funding, and film distribution.
Producer/Network Filmmaking Stuff
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 64.3KTwitter 8.6KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 5 min Video Podcast YouTube
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8. Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little

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Film Director Ryan Little discusses the business of moviemaking with his fellow Filmmakers. Each episode new guests share stories and insights about surviving in this crazy industry.
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Producer/Network Ryan Little
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 35 min Get Email Contact

9. The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith

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In this podcast, Jeff Goldsmith interviews screenwriters and filmmakers alike about their creative process.
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Producer/Network Jeff Goldsmith
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Twitter 13K Since Mar 2011 Video Podcast YouTube
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10. The Business

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Lively banter about entertainment industry news and in-depth interviews with directors, producers, writers and actors, hosted by award-winning journalist Kim Masters of The Hollywood Reporter.MORE Host Kim Masters
Producer/Network KCRW
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 31 min Get Email Contact

11. Indie Film Academy

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The Indie Film Academy® Podcast features interviews with industry insiders in every aspect of the filmmaking process. Our goal is to give filmmakers as much information as possible about the entire filmmaking process so that they don't make the mistakes that many filmmakers have made in the past. Our focus is not simply on one way to make a film, but of the many different ways that filmmakers have found success with a variety of funding and distribution strategies. We also discuss technical details like ways to attract investors and build an audience.MORE Producer/Network IFH Podcast Network
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Twitter 26.7KInstagram 21.8K Avg Length 79 min Get Email Contact

12. Fun City Cinema

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'As you see, we're flying over an island. A city. A particular city. And this is a story of a number of people, and a story also of the city itself.'That's from the opening voice-over of the 1948 movie The Naked City, which was a very big deal when it was made, because it was a rare studio film that was shot entirely, lock stock and barrel, on the streets of New York City. You see, the American motion picture industry began in New York, at the end of the 19th century Thomas Edison and other early innovators had their laboratories here, and shot their early films in and around Manhattan.MORE Producer/Network Jason Bailey & Michael Hull
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 211 Avg Length 56 min Get Email Contact

13. Filmmaking Without Fear

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Take a journey with award-winning filmmaker Elizabeth Blake-Thomas and Director of Photography Duncan Johnson as they share their filmmaking knowledge and break down their past films. Learn how to be a true 'filmmaker without fear' and create magic from script to screen.In season 2, join Elizabeth and her daughter Isabella, an accomplished actress, as they explore the creative process and ultimate purpose behind their latest projects. This season, focused on the art of storytelling, will help you breathe life into your ideas and fully realize how to tell the stories in your head and heart.MORE Producer/Network Mother & Daughter Entertainment
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 480Twitter 86Instagram 778 Avg Length 9 min Since Jul 2020 Get Email Contact

14. The Call Sheet with Kris Tapley

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THE CALL SHEET with Kris Tapley is a weekly show that dives deep into the craft of your favorite Netflix films and series with some of the most talented artists and artisans in the game.
Producer/Network Netflix
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Apple Rating 2.5/5 Avg Length 44 min Get Email Contact