In Love with the Process Podcast

Have you ever met someone and felt like you’ve known them your whole life? In this episode of Right Place Right Time , hosts Mike Pecci and Lance A. Williams dive into the strange magic of instant connections, why we bond so deeply with strangers and what it means when romance sparks out of nowhere. They also drop some love for CZARFACE , DESIRE , and the new Black Hawk Down 4K , plus shoutouts to...

It has been a massive week for director Mike Pecci and creative director and photographer Gina Manning , with the official press releases, film teaser, and photo shoot drop for their project METANOIA , a haunting and visually stunning collaboration years in the making. To celebrate, Mike is joined by Sedona Legge , the film’s lead actress, a fashion model, seamstress, and designer of custom coutur...

Why do we keep chasing fear? In this episode of Right Place Right Time, filmmaker Mike Pecci and actor Lance A. Williams explore our strange addiction to being scared, both in real life and on screen. From near-death moments to the movies that shook us, this conversation dives into what fear really does to our brains, why we crave it, and how it shapes who we are. If you love deep talks about crea...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci is joined by director and AI filmmaker Steve Davis , who recently signed with one of the first AI-focused ad agencies. Steve shares his journey from working as a videographer to moving through nearly every position on a film set, all while chasing innovation at the frontlines of AI filmmaking. Mike and Steve dive into the growing ten...

**In the official cannon of our podcast this is Episode 64, but since it is now on YouTube we are rebooting to EP 001** Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EZoQ3-qn1cM Two best friends, Hollywood horror film director Mike Pecci and actor writer Lance A. Williams, set out to prove that success is all about being in the right place at the right time. From the chaos of the film business to late night...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci sits down with director Deborah Correa to talk about her new western The War Between . The two quickly bond over their shared love for cinematic language, exploring what makes the western genre both beautiful and brutally difficult to pull off. Deborah opens up about the challenges of shooting a western, from capturing the perfect co...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , we dive deep into the emotional power of sound and the artistry behind sound design. Host Mike Pecci is joined by Jason Cushing , the founder and creative lead of SoundMorph , to explore how sound shapes the worlds we see and feel on screen. With over two decades in the industry, Jason has crafted sound for AAA titles like Mass Effect 2 at Electroni...

When Marc Maron announced that WTF was coming to an end, it felt like a friend was leaving town. For almost two decades, Marc and his producer Brendan McDonald built a place where artists, comedians, and creators could be honest about who they were. It was raw, funny, emotional, and deeply human. In this episode, filmmaker and host Mike Pecci looks back at how WTF inspired him to start In Love wit...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci sits down with Ben Semanoff , the Emmy-nominated director known for his work on Ozark and Black Rabbit . Ben shares his incredible journey from medical school to camera operator to directing some of the most acclaimed television shows on the air today. The two talk about Ben’s collaboration with Jason Bateman , the creative power tha...

On this episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci sits down with filmmaker Joe Burke to dive deep into how he made his feature film Burt on a micro-budget of just seven thousand dollars . They talk about the real challenges and creative breakthroughs that come with low-budget filmmaking, from working with limited resources to finding authentic performances that connect with audiences....

As October rolls in, we are re releasing some of our favorite horror themed episodes and today’s is a big one. On this special In Love with the Process episode, host Mike Pecci sits down with legendary character actor Clint Howard , known for cult classics like Evilspeak , House of the Dead , Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation , and Ice Cream Man . Clint takes us deep into his long career in...

On this episode of In Love with the Process , we explore the importance of being genuine in how you live, how you create, and how you present yourself to the world. The clothes you wear, the food you eat, the music you love, and the adventures you collect all become a roadmap to who you are. Host Mike Pecci is joined by Pete Searson , long time surfer, punk rock fanatic, and one half of the Tellas...

While new episodes are in the works, we are celebrating Halloween by re-releasing some of our favorite horror film conversations. With so many new listeners joining us from the 12KM Top 3 Horror Contest , this is the perfect time to keep the discussion going about which films to watch this spooky season. Join Right Place / Right Time hosts Mike Pecci and Lance A. Williams as they welcome horror di...

It is that time of year when people want to be scared, to be freaked out, and with thousands of new listeners joining us from my 12KM Top 3 Horror List and asking for recommendations, this is the perfect moment to unleash this episode. Today we are diving into 1980s horror films you have never seen . A collection of the gross, the gruesome, and the often ridiculous. Joining me is Ryan Graveface ,...

We are re releasing this episode for all the new 12KM fans joining us from TikTok. Enjoy this classic episode! Host Mike Pecci sits down with Ian Spencer and has an in-depth conversation about 12 Kilometers. What inspired the film, how it was financed, the practical FX to casting a film in Russian. Everything you have been asking for. ►Ian's Website: insphotography.com/ ►Ian's IG: www.instagram.co...

How often do you sit through the closing credits of a movie, waiting for that extra cut scene teasing the next superhero franchise, and wonder why it takes so many people to make a film? At In Love with the Process , we love introducing you to those crew credits you may have never noticed. Today’s guest is one of the best in Los Angeles, Travis Beck , a Location Manager, filmmaker, and actor. Trav...

On this special episode of In Love with the Process , host and horror film director Mike Pecci takes you inside the editing process that makes his films so visceral. He breaks down why sound is just as important as image, shares his obsession with sound design, and talks about the thrill of building a library of unforgettable sound effects. It is also the perfect moment to announce our new partner...

On today’s episode of the LOVE SANDWICH podcast , Mike Pecci shows some love to one of his go-to sandwiches, the tuna sandwich . Before you sneer, give him a chance to make your mouth water as he shares his favorite ways to prepare and enjoy it. Mike also gives advice on how to impress your date with food and recommends one of his favorite sandwich spots in East LA. This one will leave you hungry...

On a special episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci welcomes back two returning guests: cinematographer Alexander Chinnici and director Allan Ungar to talk about their new film London Calling . If you’re a fan of John Wick and dark comedy, get ready for a killer indie film experience. Recorded in-studio, the guys go deep into the process of making a movie in another country, from im...

On today’s episode of Right Place / Right Time , hosts Lance A. Williams and Mike Pecci explore how to navigate egos on a film set, the fine balance of personalities, and how to keep creativity alive under pressure. They share what movies and shows they are currently watching and why those stories hit them right now. Then the conversation takes a wild turn with a big moral question: Could you push...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci shares his battle with insomnia and the book that helped him change everything: The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix It by Dr. W. Christopher Winter . Dr. Winter joins the show to shed light on the bad habits that sabotage our sleep and to share practical tips on how to finally take control of your nights. If y...

What happens when life delivers something so far beyond your control that it threatens to erase your very purpose? On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , Mike Pecci sits down with fearless director Joe Hil to talk about his powerful new documentary Match in a Haystack . The film follows Ukraine’s most determined female dance troupe as they fight to create their first show since the Russi...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process , host Mike Pecci pulls back the curtain on his latest film Metanoia , which is about to make its festival run. Mike shares why he believes this is the most beautifully textured film he has ever directed, crediting the collaboration with artist Gina Manning and the stunning imagery captured by cinematographer David Kruta . He also talks about the tool...

On today’s episode of Right Place / Right Time , it’s a great moment to be a horror fan. With films like Sinners , Weapons , and 28 Years Later already hitting theaters and studios like Warner Brothers making big money on original horror while backing filmmakers’ creative visions, the genre is on fire. Mike Pecci and Lance A. Williams break down what has them most excited about horror right now. M...

On today’s episode of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci sits down with food show contestant, content creator, and personal chef Bobby Hicks to reveal the raw truth about life as a food creator. Together they dive into the rise of YouTube, how COVID flipped the industry on its head, and why success looks completely different today. Bobby opens up about what it was like to be cast on Next Le...