Josh Stifter

Low-Budget Rebels: An Indie Filmmaking Podcast

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Independent Filmmaker Josh Stifter of Flush Studios and the Robert Rodriguez's series "Rebel with a Crew," sits down and speaks with indie filmmakers about life in independent filmmaking, the creative process, and making it in the crazy film business of low-budget film. Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network (www.ifhpodcastnetwork.com)

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Josh Stifter

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www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Mar 30, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 96 : Alejandro Talks About Crowd Funding 09.05.2019

He's back, everyone! Alejandro Montoya Marin is slippin' his way back onto the podcast to bullshit about a TON of important stuff, primarily CROWD FUNDING YOUR MOVIE! We tackle topics like the amount of work that goes into an IndieGoGo campaign, the toll it takes physically and mentally on someone, the fun that can come from it, and the confidence it can give you. Ale explains how he reached out t...

Episode 95 with Antonio Panotoja - PartTwo 02.05.2019

He's back for a second part! Antonio and I bullshitted for so long, I had to split this episode into twosies but we FINALLY in part 2 get to the topic he originally came on for. In this episode, we chat about film festivals, stealing ideas, the fear of not accomplishing something, attempting to be prolific, self actualizing, filling out the form to go on Rebel, and so much more. Make sure to check...

Episode 94 with Antonio Panotoja - Part One 25.04.2019

It's been an honor to be able to call Antonio Pantoja a friend and at this point, he's basically become like my podcast cohost... It's always a blast to have him on, and because it's such a blast, it only goes much longer than expected. Which is why this episode has been divided into two episodes. If you're a patreon subscriber you can listen to both episodes now (with a bonus PATREON EXCLUSIVE po...

Episode 91: Dan Lotz 08.04.2019

BLAM! Can you believe it? We're already at podcast episode 91! I plan to do something really special for episode 100. Maybe the whole Greywood's crew in a drunken round table discussion?! WITH VIDEO!?.... What do you all think of that? This week, I had the pleasure of bullsh!tt!n' with filmmaker and fellow patreon filmmaker Dan Lotz. He's been an amazing inspiration as to what you can do with no b...

PODCAST - Episode 89 : SXSW 2018 Retrospective 28.03.2019

Jenny and I had an extra hour to sit down and chit-chat about last years SXSW adventure. We talk about our favorite moments from 2018's SXSW, what we love about Austin, and how I fear this year being less fun. We also talk about how relative success is and Avery doing arts and crafts. This and SO MUCH MORE! *BONUS* Stay tuned after the closing theme for a bonus podcast with Raphie!

Episode 87 - Peter Mahaffey Part Two 04.03.2019

Here's the second part of my interview with Peter Mahaffey about shooting his 16mm movie! In this episode he talks about working with his cast and more challenges to working with the equipment he had! ENJOY!

Episode 86: Peter Mahaffey Part One 14.02.2019

This week I'm joined by filmmaker and Rebel Without A Crew reality crew member Peter Mahaffey to talk about his adventure in 16mm filmmaking. Peter has A LOT to say, so this episode is being split into two parts. Hear about the process of shooting a 16mm crew and how it's different from my experience of digital filmmaking.

Episode 85: Antonio Pantoja 05.02.2019

On this weeks episode of the podcast, I'm joined by "One Must Fall" writer and director Antonio Pantoja to talk about making our first features. We discuss the process of starting preproduction, things that can go wrong when making no budget films, how Antonio was almost on Rebel Without A Crew, and I tell stories I've never told before! ENJOY. Follow Antonio on Social Media: Twitter: @antoniopant...

Episode 84: Alejandro Returns 30.01.2019

On a brand new Flush Studios Podcast, Alejandro Montoya Marin returns to discuss filmmaking, getting into film, and crowd sourcing his next movie. Go help Ale make his next movie MILLENNIUM BUGS here : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/millennium-bugs-film?fbclid=IwAR17b8-WnRbBGjpnfuy3Wsa6ggosg8HxS-1MH3INbmt2Gh09P_eqUccpCZQ# Anything helps. Spread the word and get this fuggin' movie made. ENJOY!

Episode 83: TROMA's Arlo Sanchez 21.01.2019

This week, I have the pleasure of hopping on skype to talk to Troma Entertainment's Director of Sales and Marketing Arlo Sanchez. We discuss our love of movies, how Troma and Troublemaker have effected us, how he got started at Troma, and tell tales of brushes with our favorite filmmakers. We also discuss movie theater experiences and much more!

Episode 82: With Kanan Capshaw 14.01.2019

Here's a new episode of the Podcast! This week I'm joined by Rebel Without a Crew editor and Headphones director Kanan Capshaw to talk about movie making, being a part of reality TV, starting in the industry, having film parent, and facing the fears filmmakers deal with. This and so much more!

Episode 69 - Josh and Daniel Wine and Whine - Part Three 05.08.2018

We're back for the finale of our trilogy of winin' and cryin' podcasts. This time we're about 5 glasses in and getting a little silly. We also have a BIG announcement on this episode.... ENJOY!

Episode 68 - Josh and Daniel Wine and Whine - Part Two 30.07.2018

It's Monday, and that means a brand new podcast! This week, Daniel and I discuss Daniel's acting career. Josh also discusses what made Rebel Without A Crew great but what's going to make going into Greywood's Plot without a reality crew easier. They also go way down a rabbit-hole into a nonsensical metaphor and try to talk about what life is like after Rebel Without A Crew: The Series. This and so...

Episode 67 - Josh and Daniel Wine and Whine - Part One 24.07.2018

Daniel and I got together for the first of a three part series where we discuss our past, our present and our future as we sip on red wine. In this episode, we dive deep into how are childhood influenced my film making style and the way we go about writing. We also discuss the movies that really showed us how to make films and why they were so important to us. We also discuss Dan's beard. Movies,...

Episode 66 - Mike Owens: Art Attack Part Two 19.07.2018

HERE'S A THROWBACK EPISODE!!! It's been a while since I've posted a podcast, so I figured I'd give you all a treat and post an episode of the show that I really loved that was, until now, buried under the $1 patreon subscription. Mike has since this episode gone on to win an Emmy and I've finished a feature film, so it's cool to dig back into the vault before these successes. The conversation with...

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Ryan Crow 25.06.2018

While in LA, I had the opportunity to sit down with Ryan Crow, show runner and all around good guy, to discuss how he began his career in television, how the Rebel Without A Crew got started, the process in which the filmmakers were chosen, and where the show hopes to go next. We also talk about being buried underground and how I got on Rebel Without A Crew. That and so much more!

Josh and Scarlet Dreamcast 21.06.2018

Scarlet and I sat down at Casa de Elvis the Dog to discuss how Scarlet is the "famous one" on Rebel and what it's like now that the show is over. We also talked a lot about dreams and why Scarlet hates when I call my movie stupid.... ENJOY!!!

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Episode 12 with Alejandro Montoya Marin 06.06.2018

Alejandro and I got together to do our commentary and answer your questions about the FINAL episode of Rebel Without A Crew. We discuss seeing our movies together, taking a photo with Robert, SXSW, what we want to do next, who we would've cast in our movies, and more. If you all want more podcasts from the two of us, make sure to comment below and/or subscribe to the patreon! We'd love to do more...

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Episode 11 with Jennifer Stifter 06.06.2018

Jenny and I have been crazy busy doing screenings, taking a mini-vacation, trying to get some short films and other art done, and more... so Jenny was very, very tired on this commentary. Nevertheless, we muscled through it to talk about my favorite episode of Rebel Without a Crew yet! In this episode we talk about the importance of the sizzle reel, meeting with Robert for the last time, working t...

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary- Episode 10 With Jennifer Stifter 23.05.2018

It's another episode of Rebel Without A Crew and that means another podcast commentary where I indulge in discussing how I feel. This time, I'm joined by my beautiful wife to discuss the things I wish had been shown. Pierce Brosnan tries to ruin my movie, I don't feel inspired but Jenny cries, Daniel goes all Jurassic Park, and Avery brings it up a notch. All this and more!

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Episode 9 With Alejandro 23.05.2018

OOOOOOOOooooOOooo!!!!11!1111 BOYS NIGHT IN! I was joined by Alejandro "Alejandor" Montoya Marin to discuss episode 9 and answer your questions on this weeks podcast. Listen as we direct each others movies, eat all of the foods, and use too many bad words. ENJOY!

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Episode 8 with John Staffler 09.05.2018

I'm flying solo for this and getting VERY personal. This might be the worst podcast every recorded, but I hope you all can enjoy listening to me divulge some personal information and dig really deep into this weeks episode of Rebel Without A Crew. In this podcast, I discuss my inner struggles and emotional journey up until this point on the show. I also discuss my nervousness of directing someone...

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary: Episode 7 with Daniel Degnan 02.05.2018

So it's come to this. THE GREATEST CONVERSATION EVER HAD! I was joined by Daniel Degnan to discuss the seventh episode of RWAC. In this episode we talk about snow melting, getting sick, getting drunk, hugging, and rebelling. We also chat about Rebel episode 7, Daniel meeting Robert, me giving myself chills, and much more! You're in for a treat...

Flush Studios Podcast With Bonnie Kathleen Ryan 01.05.2018

FINALLY! It's taken some time but I had the pleasure to have Bonnie (known on Rebel as BK) on the podcast to tell me a little more about herself and why she makes films! We discuss topics including nicknames, making kids pay to watch you perform, oatmeal, trying to be original, and crying. This and much more! Follow Bonnie on instagram: @bonniekathleenryan

Rebel Without A Crew Commentary 6 with Scarlet Moreno 01.05.2018

We're halfway through the episodes! On Episode 6 of Rebel we FINALLY get to really see what it's like on Stifter set, which is super exciting for me. We ... don't get to see... as much of Scarlet... BUT THAT'S WHY SHE'S HERE!!!! In this commentary, Scarlet and I discuss what our first few days were like, how we prepped our actors, the stresses involved with those first days, how we felt seeing the...

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