The MAKE IT Podcast

In this week's episode, we have a wide-ranging conversation with writer and filmmaker Rasheena Nash. We talk about how to gain the respect of the Writer's Room, what it takes to accomplish a dream, and the importance of patience.    Enjoy!    Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative.   #MAKEIT   Links: Website IMDb LinkedI...

**Introducing - The Film Investment Series** In this podcast series, you're going to hear snippets of conversations between the writer and Indie Creative Jason McConnell and Chris Barkley, host of the Make It Podcast, and Co-Founder Bonsai Creative. They talk about the upsides and perils of investing in Independent Film, and Chris provides small bits of advice for would-be investors. Enjoy! Qu...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about going back to first principles in Indie Film Success. The importance of a great story in which you can build a brand around combined with a niche audience in which you can market your brand (and several other back-to-basics reminders). Enjoy! Questions? Reach out t...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, we have a conversation with the director and writer Kali Bailey. We talk about her upcoming film, 'A Week Away,' how working as a crew member will make you a better director, we debate if it's better to submit your short film to YouTube or a Festival, and what it took for her to have the courage to be her authentic self. Enjoy! Questi...

Writer and Director Drew Maynard talks about mistakes.  Enjoy!   #MAKEIT   Links: Drew Maynard The Watermelon Woman (film) Bolo Brothers Creatives Shine Service (documentary)   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hello, Indie Creatives!    In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about why filmmakers single out Netflix as the desired home for their film, the potential Peacock opportunity, and the new funding platform, WeFunder. Enjoy!    Questions? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film and on Instagram and Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nick Buggs talk about why the money and interest in content created by the current culture might not flow to the Indie Creative, our take on Erica, the AI Actor, and the next trend in digital streaming, FAST TV and Linear channels. Enjoy! Questions? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film and on I...

Indie Film Creatives, This is the introductory episode of our podcast series, Mistakes In The Making. In this volume, Motke Dapp talks about his biggest mistake in his career and what he learned. Enjoy! Do you want to contribute your story to Mistakes In The Making? Email us at contact@bonsai.film or message us on Instagram or Twitter @_bonsaicreative. Thx! #MAKEIT   Motke Dapp (director) - https:...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, we have a conversation with Talent Agent extraordinaire, Kim "Cookie" McCray. We talk about how she turned abuse, loneliness, and loss into the strength that ultimately got her into the film industry, what not to do as an actor if you want to get a role or an agent, and she shares a rare Carey Elwes story.  Enjoy!  About Kim:  After over...

Hello, Indie Creatives!   In this week's episode, we have a treat. We speak with the youngest filmmakers to ever grace the MAKE IT mic, Tanner Peterson and Dayton Edwards. We talk about what it takes to make a feature film as a high schooler, strategies on getting parental support, and what the future holds for them as they take on the tribulations of the "real world."   Enjoy!   Quest...

Hello, indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nick Buggs talk about the funding crisis behind major streaming companies across the globe, we ask what would happen to the film industry if Coronavirus spread in 1985, and we introduce our new podcast series, Filmmaker Startup. Enjoy! Questions? Reach out us at contact@bonsai.film #MAKEIT   Link...

Hello Indie Creatives, In this week's episode, we have an essential conversation with Actor Chris Greene. We talk about the recent protests, racism, and injustice in film and the world, and how our media causes life to imitate art. Enjoy! Questions? Reach out to us @ contact@bonsai.film #MAKEIT   Links: IMDb Website   The Birth of a Nation (2016 film) Nate Parker (actor) Will Smith (actor) 13t...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about possible roles for the Independent Creative during the recent protests and riots, updates on getting back to set, what Kevin Mayer leaving Disney+ for TikToc might mean, and the brilliance of Mystic Quest: Quarantine. Enjoy! Questions? Reach out to us @ contact@bon...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, we have a conversation with VP of International Distribution at The Solution Entertainment Malee Nerenhausen. We talk about why it's essential to know the industry's business side, how great mentors can push your career forward, and why you never have enough money to make your feature film. Enjoy!   Questions? Reach out to us at contact@b...

Hello Indie Creatives, In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about alternative distribution streams for your short film, who the big winners and losers are coming out of "Safer-at-Home," and explore a world in which Amazon owns AMC theaters. Kudos to the Kelly Reichardt film, 'First Cow' and R.I.P. Lynn Shelton and...

Hello Indie Creatives, In this week's podcast, we talk with creative extraordinaire, Tim Duggan. He's a master of photography, but his talents and pursuits don't stop there. He's a documentary filmmaker, a music video director, and a business owner. He's been called the creative force behind your favorite Creative. We chat about going back to work as states begin to reopen, how...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about COVID-19 fears in the film industry and society, the first principles of filmmaker entrepreneurship, and the brilliance of the film Bad Education on HBO. Enjoy! Questions? Reach us @ contact@bonsai.film #MAKEIT   Links: Steven Soderberg to head DGA back to work Committee (news)...

Hello, Hello! In this week's episode, we have a hilarious conversation with the dynamic duo that makes up the AZ If Productions team, Kd Amond and Sarah Zanotti. We run through a gambit of subjects including their two upcoming feature films, Rattled and Faye, their love Marianna Palka and Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and why they connect with the Horror genre so naturally. Enjoy! Questions? Reach us...

Hello, Indie Creatives!  In this week's episode, Advisory Producers Chris Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about making short-form content for Quibi or their myriad forthcoming competitors, how to focus on your audience engagement, why now is a once in a lifetime opportunity for profitability if you have a completed feature film, and a breakdown of the Nick Cordero story. Enjoy! Questions? Reac...

Hello Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, we talk with the actor and creative multi-hyphenate, Elisabeth Donaldson. We cover the creative life from top to bottom, including how to be brave in your branding on social media, why humility is a creative's top weapon and the best type of relationship for living at your highest level. Enjoy! Questions? Reach us contact@bonsai.film #MAKEIT  ...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, Indie Producers Chris Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about the "run on the banks" scenario playing out in the Streaming world and Independent Filmmakers can take advantage, the macro bets being made in the global movie industry, and the perfect timing of Ozark Season 3. Enjoy!   Questions? Reach out to us @ contact@bonsai.film Find us on...

Hello, Indie Creatives! In this week's episode, we have a conversation with Director and Producer Amanda Paige Young. We talk about how to create extremely personal art, why it's important to focus on the brilliance in the basics, and which is the better quarantine film; 'Saving Private Ryan' or 'Children of Men.' Enjoy! Questions? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film  or...

Hello!  In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers, Chris Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about brand building during the Great Social Distancing of 2020, what might some of the long-term effects of COVID-19 be on filmmakers and Hollywood, our excitement and disappointment with Quibi, and we introduce a new concept, 'Mistakes in the Making' while offering our own. Enjoy!...

Hello!  In this week's episode, we talk about the effect of COVID-19 on Independent Filmmakers and the tools and concepts needed to Educate, Inspire, and Entertain with short works of film on social media.  Enjoy!    Questions? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film   #MAKEIT    Links: SXSW Cancellation (news) John Hopkins COVID map Indie Flix Seed and Spark crowdfunding The Creature from Jeky...

Hello!  In this week's episode, Advisory Producers Chris Barkley & Nicholas Buggs talk about the harsh realities facing Independent Filmmakers in 2020. From the potentially absurd total cost of making a film to the systematic obstacles placed in front of filmmakers during the sales and distribution process. You'll want to sit down for this one.  Enjoy!  #MAKEIT   Links: U.K. Indie Prod...