In Love with the Process Podcast

The reality is that almost everyone in this industry struggles to get onto that first big set. If your dad is the Muscles from Brussels, that's not really a problem. Our guests, Kris and Nic Van Damme, shared with Host Mike Pecci what it means to be the children of one of the most famous action stars in the world. These guys are awesome and their stories are much closer to what yours might be than...

How do you transition from an actor into a director? How do you handle the stress of independent filmmaking in an on-demand market? How do you break into the industry after 30? Romany Malco, our guest this week, answers all of these questions and more about his unconventional career as an actor and director. Host Mike Pecci and Romany discuss the difficulties of directing, the rewards, and the con...

Have you ever had an idea late at night, an epiphany that will change everything? How do you catalog it, curate ideas, how can you help it grow into something special? In today's episode host Mike Pecci talks about his process of keeping track of good ideas and gives insight into how long it has taken a single thought to become a finished film. Mike Pecci's IG:instagram.com/mikepecciILWP's IG:inst...

One of the first people that Host Mike Pecci hung out with after arriving in LA was another director named Dan Centrone. The two hit it off immediately: they both have experience as music video directors, they have the same East Coast mindset, and they've both dealt with some of the worst experiences in the business. Which is why we never were able to release the first recording of their episode....

In this week's mini-episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS, Mike and Liam are joined by Lance Williams. We talk about the importance of empathy when discussing current issues, and acknowledging the human beings we interact with. Lance & Mike also share some really great insight into the casting process. What a way to celebrate a birthday! Boston to LA Mini-Series:www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/travel/b...

Becoming a director is a lifelong journey. I know. It sucks. And it doesn’t help that we keep hearing about “overnight successes.” That’s why it’s important to get a dose of inspiration every now and then to remind us that we’re taking the right steps to reach our goals. Giles Alderson, host of The Filmmakers Podcast & director of The Dare and Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot, joins Mike Pecci...

In this week's mini-episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS, Mike and Liam test out ILWP's brand new podcasting gear upgrade and start to build the new upgraded sound live on the show! They also talk about today's new album release from BIG BLACK DELTA and give a call to director Rick Darge. It's so packed that it's practically a regular length episode. Rollow Rick on IG:instagram.com/rickdargeBig Bla...

"That set was a circus!" Does that sound like an insult? Think again. Our guest this week, Steven Strong, is the CEO of Quasar Science, one of the best lighting companies with some of our favorite products, and we're not just saying that because they're one of our amazing sponsors. (We love you!) If you've listened to this show, you've heard Host Mike Pecci talk about how much he adores his Quasar...

Host Mike Pecci takes a second to check-in on July 1st, 2020, and talks about what's going on this week. Also go subscribe to the YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5CRj5elNHZuT2vn3C9NPwgVisit inlovewiththeprocess.com for more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mandy. If you listen to this show, you're probably as obsessed with that film as we are, and if you aren't: stop what you're doing. Go watch it right now. Once you've seen Nic Cage in an acid-induced chainsaw fight, I'm betting you'll feel the same way we do. The whole film has such a unique voice, and it's clear that this was purposely created by the director and editor. Host Mike Pecci has admit...

Just taking a moment to check in with you on Thursday June 25, 2020. We are excited about the release of the remastered first episode of ILWP on our YouTube channel. Loaded with all sorts of awesome 12KM visuals. Click here to visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5CRj5elNHZuT2vn3C9NPwg?view_as=subscriberMike also gives tips on how to get out of your pending status with unem...

While having better gear can help create a better finished product, something that will outmatch any lens is becoming an expert in a craft. We've discussed Production Design before on the show and our guest this week, Bill Groom, is an expert in recreating historical periods all the way down to the doorknobs. Bill has designed some of the most visually stunning sets on Television & Film including...

Host Mike Pecci has mentioned on the show countless times how important it is for young artists to have strong mentors. Director Lesli Linka Glatter was mentored by some of the biggest names in Hollywood on her way to creating a powerhouse of a career: Gilmore Girls, Pretty Little Liars, Homeland, House, ER, Law & Order... The list is absolutely insane, and now she's giving back as a mentor for yo...

Films like Bohemian Rhapsody and Rocketman showcased the music industry as sexy, glamorous, and full of inspiration. That's... not how things are anymore. Navigating the modern music industry is almost impossible, but our guest has figured out how to pull it off. Big Black Delta joins Host Mike Pecci to discuss owning his own label, playing every instrument in his songs, and stepping into the worl...

Directing documentaries is an incredibly demanding, immersive, and, yes, cinematic job. For another director-director conversation, Host Mike Pecci is joined by Ryan Booth to discuss Ryan's experience crafting the narrative of real stories. Ryan's portfolio includes collaborations with Nike, Spotify, and Vevo as well as a handful of Vimeo Staff Picks. His artistic style, incredible sound design, a...

Documentary Filmmaker Rudy Hypolite is, without a doubt, an empathetic documentarian. His films, PUSH: Madison versus Madison and This Ain't Normal are grounded, empathetic examinations of the real lives of black men, teens, and boys inducted from birth into gangs, violence, brotherhood, and a disassociation with the established "law and order" of Boston. Rudy provided Host Mike Pecci with a first...

In the film industry, time is king. So many of us are racing toward our goals and constant improvement is necessary, but the reality is that it's going to take a long time for us to achieve our goals as creatives. Host Mike Pecci spoke with Cinematographer Dan Laustsen about his decades of experience as one of the best DPs in the industry. Dan's insane career includes shooting household names like...

What the hell does a pellet grill have to do with directing? It's no secret that Host Mike Pecci loves barbecue almost as much as he loves films, so you know he was excited to talk to Chef Tom Jackson of All Things Barbecue. This show is basically that: all about barbecue, but don't think that there aren't any lessons to pull from such a conversation. Barbecue teaches us to slow down, and enjoy th...

Self-Quarantine has taken its toll on In Love With The Process. After months of dealing with construction, roommates, and seeing themselves on video chats, Host Mike Pecci and Ass. Producer Liam D. O’Brien are losing it. If you’re dealing with crazy people ignoring PPE rules, excited about your state kind of sort of opening up again, or just find yourself staring at your reflection to feel some bi...

One reason young creatives are so focused on learning new skills is because they believe those skills will get them jobs. Sure, learning techniques will help you make better work, but at a certain point, it isn't enough to be the best button presser in the room. Directors Mike Pecci and Salomon Ligthelm break down the importance of understanding and articulating your process as a Director and how...

A very special guest returned to the show for a very special Mother's Day episode of In Love With The Process. Eileen Pecci, Host Mike Pecci's very own mother joins Mike, Special Guest Gina Manning, & Ass. Producer Liam D. O'Brien to discuss one of our favorite Self-Quarantine past-times: reality television. If you're obsessed with that House of Kards, 40-Day Fiance, or want to know how to get tak...

How many of you have made a YouTube channel to post some funny videos. Maybe you’re even on TikTok. Ass. Producer Liam D. O’Brien knows the feeling, the hope of maybe one day writing for a comedy like Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia or the big one: Saturday Night Live. That’s the dream for some of us. But how do you go from making videos in your apartment to actually being a staff writer for thes...

Whether it’s a lack of stimulus checks or strategically timed landscaping, everyone has a reason to be stressed right now. Host Mike Pecci is once again joined by Ass. Producer Liam D. O’Brien to weigh in on life as we know it in Self-Quarantine. Between bleach cocktails, UFO sightings, and free Covid-19 testing, this week had enough news to last 4 hours let alone 90 minutes. Luckily, we jam-packe...

All young filmmakers have the same goal. We spend every waking hour pushing toward it, every quiet moment thinking about it. How do I get my first feature film made? There is such a small percentage of people who actually make a full length film, and lets pretend for a minute that you just finished yours. You get into Sundance, it gets bought by Nextflix, and the fans give you a 90% on Rotten Toma...

Host Mike Pecci is once again joined by Ass. Producer Liam D. O’Brien to discuss the updates of Self-Quarantine. After 1 month of flattening the curve, Liam has finally caught up on some movies Mike thinks everyone should see, Mike is ready to throw his computer at the people breaking quarantine outside of his house, and the Federal Government is doing what it does best: basically nothing. Follow...