Persistence of Vision

Shownotes Timestamps are approximate 00:00 – Introduction and reconnecting after 30 years. 02:08 – VHS filmmaking roots and the evergreen power of practical, in-camera creative solutions. 05:32 – Moving to Los Angeles without a career plan and navigating the union art department. 06:53 – How a micro-budget of $6,000 birthed the independent horror feature Entrance . 09:40 – The danger of waiting fo...

Persistence of Vision Podcast: Jeremy Burgess Episode Summary Screenwriter, copywriter, and film critic Jeremy Burgess joins Clint to talk about building a creative career through persistence, collaboration, and learning not to be precious with your ideas. Jeremy shares how a Shakespeare parody unexpectedly launched his advertising career, how copywriting shaped his screenwriting discipline, and w...

Episode Summary Screenwriter, producer, and Page Craft Writing co-founder Heidi Hornbacher joins Clint to share her journey from UCLA to Los Angeles, founding writing retreats in Italy, and helping writers avoid common pitfalls. Heidi opens up about creative mistakes, the importance of mentorship, and why getting agreements in writing matters. This episode is packed with honest advice, memorable s...

This week, Persistence of Vision is participating in Podcasthon —a global podcasting initiative where creators around the world dedicate one episode of their show to a nonprofit they care deeply about. For me, that organization is Desoto Arts Institute (DAI) . DAI was founded by my friend and longtime collaborator Robb Rokk , and it exists to give young people something I wish I’d had at their age...

Summary This month on Persistence of Vision, I sit down with Augusta Rivera Campbell—better known as Goose—a costume designer for film and TV whose creative journey is anything but ordinary. From her accidental start in the industry to working on major network shows and heartfelt indie films, Goose shares how storytelling through costume shapes every production, no matter the budget. We dive into...

🎙 Episode Title “I Do It Because I Love It” 🧵 Episode Summary Actor, writer, producer, and mom of four Lauren Cox joins me for a conversation about navigating creative ambition, motherhood, and faith. From her early days in theater to on-set experiences while working on House of Cards , Lauren shares how she’s learned to balance her passion for storytelling with the realities of family life and t...

Episode Overview In this special year-end episode, Clint reflects on the journey of the podcast, shares announcements about new subscription options, and offers encouragement and inspiration for creatives heading into 2026. Clint also reads from recent writing, discusses video content strategy, and highlights sources of inspiration from film, television, and podcasting. Major Segments & Timestamps...

Karen Kizzire joins me for a conversation that starts with college theater memories and ends with real talk about the chaos and creativity of life as an ad agency producer. We talk about what it’s like to lead production at an ad agency, how theater shaped our careers, and why overcommunication is a survival skill. Karen shares stories from set, lessons from mentors, and what it means to be both t...

🎙️ Persistence of Vision: Mitchell Cole on DIY Filmmaking, First Features & Finding Your Voice Episode Summary In this episode, I reconnect with filmmaker Mitchell Cole, whose feature debut Against the Spread made waves at the Magnolia Film Festival. We dive into his journey from blue-collar work to indie filmmaking, the lessons learned from building a feature on a shoestring budget, and the impor...

Filmmaker Joshua Caldwell explores the resourceful path he’s carved through Hollywood. From childhood VHS adventures to directing a Netflix hit, Joshua shares how he’s built a career by embracing limitations and turning them into creative fuel. We dive into his $6,000 feature Layover , the philosophy behind his 6K Filmmaker course , and the mindset shifts that helped him transition from micro-budg...

In this episode I talk with Anna Birkedahl, a seasoned content producer with a rich background in local news and public broadcasting. Anna shares her journey from studying opera and working as a classical radio music announcer to becoming a prominent figure in television production. She discusses the challenges and rewards of working in public broadcasting, the transition to commercial television,...

In the latest episode of Persistence of Vision, I sat down with Allyson Morgan , a multifaceted creative professional with a strong background in theater. Allyson and I first met at the Magnolia Film Festival, where we bonded over our shared experiences in the film industry. During our conversation, Allyson shared her journey from acting to writing and filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of net...

(Timestamps are approximate)   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Kate's background as a writer, producer, and actor with Chestnut Tree Films and Enchanted Valley Productions. 00:01:12 - Kate discusses her journey from middle school theater to becoming a producer of Christmas movies. 00:02:01 - The importance of pre-production and planning in filmmaking. 00:03:06 - Kate shares her experiences...

Show Notes Host: Clint Till Guest: Jared Callan Timestamps (starting after the intro; timestamps are approximate): 00:00:01: Introduction and Jared Callan's background 00:01:06: Meeting and collaboration on "That's My House" 00:02:25: Importance of patience and collaboration on set 00:03:33: Continuous learning and building relationships in filmmaking 00:05:08: Relationship between DP and gaffer 0...

Shownotes (Timestamps are approximate)  00:00:00 - Introduction and Monica's approach to filmmaking. Clint and Monica discuss their long-standing collaboration and Monica's background in the Memphis film scene 00:01:55 - Monica talks about the importance of collaboration and the tight-knit nature of film crews 00:03:36 - Discussion on shared experiences and the sense of family among film crew memb...

In this episode, host Clint Till sits down with Robb Rokk , a multifaceted creative professional who has made significant strides in video production, music, and nonprofit work. The conversation delves into Robb's journey from a stills photographer and web designer to a filmmaker and sound engineer. Robb shares anecdotes from his career, including his experiences on film sets, the challenges he fa...

In this episode, host Clint Till interviews Kevin Pettit , a filmmaker and film critic who shares his journey from the BMX scene in South Jersey to becoming a filmmaker and critic based in Philadelphia. Kevin discusses how his early exposure to BMX premieres and the camaraderie among filmmakers inspired him to pursue a career in film. He recounts his experiences working on indie films, including a...

In this episode, host Clint Till introduces the Persistence of Vision podcast and shares his journey in video production. Clint discusses his initial hesitation about starting a podcast and how his experiences in video production and writing a weekly newsletter inspired him to create this platform. He reflects on his career, highlighting the valuable lessons learned from both successes and failure...