Faith & Family Filmmakers

Episode 78 - Film, TV, and Squeaky-Clean Comedy with Mark Christopher Lawrence In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, Geoffrey and Jaclyn Whitt host Mark Christopher Lawrence. Mark shares his journey to becoming an acclaimed actor and comedian. He discusses his early start in high school speech and debate, transitioning to stand-up comedy, and significant career milestones lik...

Episode 77 - Vision Video and Redeem TV - Projects and Distribution In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Geoff and Jaclyn continue their conversation with Bill Curtis, delving into his current work and projects under Redeem TV and Vision Video. Bill discusses new ventures such as season four of Vindication, a documentary on George Whitefield, a mini-series on revivals, and a...

Episode 76 - The Evolution of Christian Media with Bill Curtis In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Geoffrey and Jaclyn Whitt interview Bill Curtis, president of Christian History Institute, which operates Vision Video and Redeem TV. Bill discusses their extensive history in Christian media, starting with his father's work in the 1970s with Gateway Films. He describes...

Episode 75 - Stop Acting! Insights on Acting With Kirk Woller In part two of their interview on the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, host Geoffrey Whitt has an in-depth discussion with actor Kirk Woller about his journey on the series 'The Chosen', and offers wisdom and advice for Actors. Kirk shares insights about the unexpected twists and turns his character Gaius has taken, and emphasizes t...

Episode 74 - The Chosen’s Kirk Woller: A Lifetime of Preparation In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Geoffrey and Jaclyn Whitt interview acclaimed actor Kirk Woller. With 39 years of acting experience, including over 170 film and TV appearances, Kirk shares his journey from his first acting role in third grade to his current role as Gaius in 'The Chosen.' He delves in...

Episode 73 - Key Spiritual Practices for Success with Tim Shields In the second half of our interview with Tim Shields, Tim delves into essential spiritual practices, emphasizing the importance of meditating on God's word daily for spiritual growth and success. He highlights lessons from Joshua chapter 1, including perseverance and knowing that God never abandons His followers. Tim also discusses...

Episode 72 - Faith, Media, and Embracing Your Call with Tim Shields In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt welcome Tim Shields, co-founder of the Content Media Conference and staff member at Capernaum Studios. Tim shares his journey, beginning with his devotion to Christ at 17, his unexpected entry into media at age 20, and his continuous evolut...

Episode 71 - Set Shepherds: Nurturing Film Crews with Kevin Bouren In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt speak with Kevin Bouren about his organization, Set Shepherds. Kevin shares how his military background in leadership and problem-solving translated effectively to film production. He introduces the concept of 'Set Shepherds,' a role combini...

Episode 70 - From Shooting Artillery to Shooting Movies with Kevin Bouren In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt interview Kevin Bouren. Kevin narrates his unique journey from commanding artillery soldiers and advising leaders at the Pentagon to co-founding Set Shepherds, a ministry aimed at transforming film set culture. He shares pivotal momen...

Episode 69 - Perseverance and Faith: The Story Behind ICFF with Marty Jean-Louis In this inspiring episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast (part 2 of our interview with Marty jean-Louis), Geoff and Jaclyn talk with Marty about his journey in creating the International Christian Film Festival (ICFF). Marty shares the origins of ICFF, highlighting a personal story that motivated him to ta...

Episode 68 - The Passion Behind 24Flix and ICFF with Marty Jean Louis In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt welcome Marty Jean-Louis, the producer and CEO behind 24 Flicks, the International Christian Film Festival, and OnlineChannel.tv. Marty shares his journey from a childhood passion for photography and filmmaking to creating influential med...

Episode 66 - A Filmmakers Journey: Insights from Stephen Kendrick In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Jaclyn Whitt interviews Stephen Kendrick of the Kendrick Brothers. They discuss his unexpected journey into filmmaking, rooted in a Christian upbringing and inspired by his family's commitment to ministry. Stephen shares anecdotes about how his early film efforts with his b...

Episode 67 - The Forge: Behind the Scenes with Stephen Kendrick In  part two of our interview with Stephen Kendrick on the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, Jaclyn talks with Stephen about his upcoming film 'The Forge,' set to release on August 23, 2024. Stephen shares insights on the inspiration behind the story, the collaborative process with his brother Alex, and how their church-integr...

Episode 65 - Being Twenty Again at Fifty with Douglas Knake Bonus Pitch Episode This true story would make a great movie! In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, host Jaclyn welcomes guest Douglas Knake who shares his harrowing and miraculous experience with meningitis. Douglas recounts falling severely ill after a trip to Los Cabos, slipping into a coma, and waking up thinking...

Episode 64 - Building Legacy and Discipleship in the Arts with Aaron Davis In this episode of the 'Faith in Family Filmmakers' podcast, Jaclyn talks with Aaron Davis (part 2 of his interview) to discuss the impact of the Aletheia Legacy program on young creatives. Aaron shares powerful testimonies of students whose lives have been transformed through creative arts and discipleship. The conversatio...

Episode 63 - Creating Beauty and Engaging Culture with Aaron Davis In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Jaclyn talks with Aaron Davis, Producer, Director, and Executive Director of Aletheia Legacy. Aletheia Legacy is a nonprofit focused on discipling Christian creatives by creating beauty, engaging with culture, and inspiring the world. Aaron shares his personal journey from...

Episode 62 - Screenwriting, Comedy, and Strategic Success with JD Creviston In this episode of Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Jaclyn Whitt interviews James Creviston, a seasoned comedian and screenwriter. JD shares insights into his current project, a Christopher Guest-style screenplay titled 'Breaking the Routine,' which focuses on three standup comedians competing in an improv contest. He...

Episode 61 - Clean Comedy and Creative Pursuits with JD Creviston In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, host Jaclyn Whitt talks to stand-up comedian, writer, and podcast host, JD Creviston. Based in Los Angeles, JD started his comedy career in 2016 and produces the Clean Comedy Hour. He is also the author of 'How to Produce Comedy Shows for Fun and Profit.' JD shares his earl...

Episode 60 - Bonus: Celebrating 10 Years of Content Conference, with Tim Shields In this Bonus episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, host Geoffrey Whitt interviews Tim Shields about the Content Christian Media Conference, a five-day event for Christian filmmakers, actors, screenwriters, podcasters, and authors. Shields highlights the spiritual focus of the conference, which includes...

Episode 59 - Disciples in the Moonlight: Behind the Scenes with Brett Varvel In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt interview Brett Varvel about the upcoming film 'Disciples in the Moonlight.' Brett discusses the film's U.S. release, plans for international distribution, and the challenges faced during its production. He highlights the importanc...

Episode 58 - Patience in Production: Filmmaking with Brett Varvel In this episode of Faith and Family Filmmakers, Hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt welcome Brett Varvel, a versatile filmmaker with a story rooted in faith and perseverance. Brett shares his journey from being inspired by his cartoonist father to founding House of Grace Studios. He discusses the significant moments and challenges in hi...

Episode 57 - Meet Your Hosts: Geoff and Jaclyn Share Their Creative Journeys In this unique episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt  interview each other, revealing personal stories and pivotal moments from their careers in music, film, screenwriting, and creative business ventures. They discuss Geoff's early experiences in music and children's mini...

Episode 56 - Voice Acting for Animation and Visual Effects Technology with Brannon Hollingsworth In this episode with hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt, Brannon Hollingsworth provides an in-depth look into the world of animation and visual effects. He shares advice on how aspiring voice actors can enter the field, emphasizing the importance of networking and honing character acting skills. Brannon d...

Episode 55 - Creating Faith-Based Animation with Brannon Hollingsworth In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt welcome Brannon Hollingsworth, a multifaceted creator and chief operations officer at Brainy Pixel Productions. Brannon shares his journey from freelance writer to co-founding a dedicated Christian animation studio alongside his partner,...

Episode 54 - Film Scoring Tools, Software, and Advice for Aspiring Composers with Zachary Horner In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoffrey Whitt interview Zachary Horner, a film composer known for his work on projects like 'Disciples in the Moonlight' and 'The Thorn'. Zachary discusses his favorite genres to compose for, his favorite film composers, and...