Josiah's Voice: Film Podcast

"Don't be a superstar." - Canicius Kabwe, Cinematographer That's the enduring advice that the Zambian multi-talented filmmaker had to share in our Zoom call interview. Canicius also shared how important community and mentorship is to him, as he follows in his older brother's cinematic footsteps, while at the same time, paving his own way. In addition, he praised the impact th...

Fallon Jethroe (she/her) is a 20-year powerhouse of unscripted television and podcasting, and the founder of Hello Fallon Entertainment. Her television credits include top hits such as America's Next Top Model, Project Runway, Top Chef, and Big Brother. Her podcast credits include the Webby-nominated Red Table Talk, the 2023 Ambie-nominated Navigating Narcissism, and Image Unscripted for the NAACP...

Examining the craft of Cinematography, Editing, and Directing with Israel Ajayi, out of Lagos, Nigeria. Connect with Israel Ajayi: ___IG: www.instagram.com/israelajayi_/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@israelajayi_Website: www.iszymedia.com/Lagos Lighting Masterclass: www.instagram.com/lagoslightingclass/🎧 Podcast Platforms: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/josiahsvoicefilmpodcast___Let's co...

'Born in Mwanza, studied Film and tv production, in which he holds a certificate in Bagamoyo, he works as a screenwriter, director and producer. he lives in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. He is a member of the Nafasi Film Club (NFC).He has directed short films and documentaries. His films have been selected in different international film festivals. He owns ROCKCITY PICTURES, an independent Production C...

Strap in for an exciting crash course in Nollywood (Nigerian Hollywood) filmmaking, with Screenwriter/Director, Uchenna "Uche" Ugwu! Uchenna Ugwu is a Nigerian screenwriter, filmmaker, and Igbo culture scholar. She has a rich portfolio in the Nigerian film industry (Nollywood), with story development and screenwriting credits for both film and television, including 13+ television shows f...

Meet Toni P. a Los Angeles, California native, Story Producer for independent and Hollywood, and the founder and creator of Queens of Production. Queens of Production is an online resource hub not only for young producers like Toni, but for new filmmakers seeking training, job opportunities, and community at every level of film in Los Angeles, both indie and Hollywood alike. Her credits include MA...

Meet Chassidy Jade, aka Editbae, an Oscar-winning filmmaker and South Florida native balancing a thriving film editing business and career in Hollywood. Her credits and accomplishments include the Oscar-nominated (15 categories) smash hit, Sinners, Creed III, and Everything, Everywhere, All At Once. She is the founder of Editbae Post and teaches film editing at the Black Girls Film Camp. She is cu...

Meet Bryan Edward Hill, a St. Louis native building a thriving screenwriting and directing career in Hollywood. He's written for hit shows like Titans, Ash VS. the Evil Dead, with more projects coming in 2026. His writing credits also extend to the world of comic books, including books for Marvel like Ultimate Black Panther. In this interview, Bryan demystifies screenwriting, Ai, and collabora...

Move millions to make millions! Tune into my conversation with Lungile Mayindi, the founder of Iron Heart Films, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Lungile shares his perspective and experience as a rising entrepreneur in the film space and demystifies financing, producing, distribution, and more for new filmmakers. Connect with Lungile Mayindi! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLXQyyQ...

It was a pleasure to meet Eddie Ramohlale in person and learn more about the rich history of filmmaking in South Africa, what he’s working on now, and the impact that SA Film Chronicles has had in only a few short years. Connect with Eddie Ramohlale! Eddie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddie_ramohlale/SA Film Chronicles IG: https://www.instagram.com/safilmchronicle/SA Film Chronicles on...

Happy birthday to Jai Lennard, the first guest of the 7th and final season of Josiah's Voice: On Black Filmmaking. He is a New York-based Entertainment Photographer and mentor. He has captured stunning images of influential figures including Regina King, Eva Longoria, 50 Cent, and Senator Cory Booker, and his work can be found in The New York Times, HBO, and The Hollywood Reporter. When he&#39...

Tanisha Miller-Jackson is a Pittsburgh-born lover of all things Motown, and a self-taught director and screenwriter. She has infused her love of Black music into her writing and business as an independent artist in the Black film space. Today, we discuss the power of lyrical and prosaic writing in film, living in Hollywood, contracts and management, and the importance of knowing one's value. C...

Mel Jones is an American bi-coastal producer, screenwriter, and film and television director. In today’s interview, Mel shares stories from her film journey, from her days at Howard University, the Sundance Film Festival, producing the Netflix films Juanita and Really Love, her directorial debut in the digital space on her show Leimert Park (BET+), and more. All the while being a mother and guided...

Are you struggling to decide how to move forward as an artist? Does everyone tell you to pick an interest because you have too many? Then you need to meet Jahbrielle Henning-Rayford, a Los Angeles-based multi-hyphenated creator with skills in directing, producing, photography, writing, and more. Jahbrielle's career from industry employee to creative entrepreneur shows that the multi-talented d...

Michelle A. Daniel is a Las Vegas-based Executive Film Producer and Showrunner with over 10 years of experience in television, feature and short film, and digital media. In today's interview, we discuss the power of a creative mindset and the importance of an attitude of abundance. Michelle gives a masterclass in film production as she explains the best practices for securing film funds, feedi...

Lande Yoosuf is a New York-based, Nigerian-American author, screenwriter, director, and producer. Today’s episode is all about being comfortable with being uncomfortable, getting specific about our dreams, and paving your own lane as a storyteller. Lande is the founder of One Scribe Media where she has produced multiple short films of her original work, including projects based on her debut novel,...

Marcis Cole is a Los Angeles-based Steady Cam Operator who's done fantastic work on Watchmen, Marvel Studios' Black Widow, Judas and the Black Messiah, Westworld, and more. We had a sobering conversation about not only film technology and camera tips and tricks, but Marcis shares poignant industry stories both on and off-set that highlight how important being a team player and overall good...

Tiara Bryant is a Texan screenwriter, who along with her close friend, Dezell Lathon, a director out of Mississippi, joined forces to tell an original Black love story called, Perspective . The pair shares their experience making a short film, learning how their talents complement each other, bonding over heartbreak, and lessons from crowdfunding. We also share our film heroes, including the impac...

Amber Bickham is a Producer and Casting Director born and bred in Los Angeles, California, with credits on Black Jesus, Lazor Wulf, and In Living Color and collaborations with Russell Simmons, Kevin Hart, and more. She is the founder of the Manifestation Actors & Comedians Workshop, a fun and therapeutic way for performers to use their gifts as the vessel to manifest their heart's desires...

Michael Dennis a.k.a. Mike D, is a Philly-based storyteller, historian, and archivist. He founded the show, Reelblack TV, which curates and chronicles the Black American experience in film, music, interviews, and more across media: "Our goal is to educate, entertain, enlighten, and empower using the magic of film". Connect with Josiah's Voice: ⁠https://linktr.ee/josiahsvoicepod Suppo...

Tiffany Silver-Tucker is a multi-hyphenated creator from Washington D.C. by way of Dale City, VA. In this new interview, she shares tips and inspiration from her many years writing for film and television and creating cartoons and apparel, all while working in the Independent space. Like she always says, 'Tales never end', and her tale is just beginning. Connect with Josiah's Voice: ⁠...

Justyn Davis is an Emmy award-winning Lighting Director. He is one of the instructors of the Lagos Lighting Masterclass that travels to various African countries teaching Cinematography to the next generation of storytellers. Connect with Josiah's Voice: ⁠ https://linktr.ee/josiahsvoicepod Follow Justyn Davis on Instagram @LagosLightingClass Theme Song: BREWERB. by  MuhTeyOh This episode is sp...

Richard Turrentine is an LA-based Cinematographer and entrepreneur. He is the CEO and Founder of Screen Indie, a new streaming platform for independent filmmakers. He launched his own production company, Turrentine Studios, which sits on 5 acres of beautiful desert property, completely owned and operated by him. Connect with Josiah's Voice: ⁠ https://linktr.ee/josiahsvoicepod Contact Richard T...

Originally from Miami, FL, Tim Orange II is an Atlanta-based award-winning screenwriter and playwright. He studied at FAMU and Full Sail University. Tim is a former athlete turned independent writer, with credits with Damn Write Originals and AspireTV. He recently launched new ventures in the form of Moon Child Studios, and All In Care Homes LLC. He teaches screenwriting through his program, The A...

Bronx native and athlete-turned-filmmaker, Ricardo A. Spence,  shares how his love for Hip-Hop and theater inspired him to start creating short films and web series. He is an alumni of the SuperSpecial Tribe Writer's Program where he met his mentor Amy Aniobi (Insecure) . All of these experiences have helped him craft character-driven stories one day soon to be unveiled to the world through te...