Producers Corner

Lindsey Murphy is the mind behind the beloved YouTube kids' science show "The Fab Lab with Crazy Aunt Lindsey." In this episode, Lindsay shares her journey from MTV executive to science educator and discusses how she's revolutionizing STEM education through DIY experiments and inclusive representation. She also opens up about the challenges of independent production, funding, and...

Jim Lommasson is a Portland-based photographer who captures the stories of refugees, survivors of war and genocide, and those experiencing homelessness. In this episode, Jim discusses the impact of his work and shares his current collaborative storytelling project, "What I Carry," with individuals experiencing homelessness in Portland. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corne...

Roberta is an Argentinian independent filmmaker and actress living in Portland, Oregon. In this episode, Roberta shares her unique perspective on art, identity, and the power of storytelling. Through her work, she sheds light on the beauty and complexity of the immigrant experience, drawing inspiration from her roots in Buenos Aires and her experiences growing up in a working-class family. Hosted...

It's Jasmin's 1-year workiversary at MetroEast Community Media — well at least as of the recording date (4/12/24). Jasmin is a videographer/filmmaker/photographer/media maker, but the title that they put at the forefront is being an educator. In this episode, Jasmin reflects on their past year as a Digital Media Educator at MetroEast and the media journey that led her to this position. She...

Jessica Vanterpool is a former engineer turned content creator and business owner. She is here to discuss her journey as the founder of FLI Social, an organization that connects creatives to opportunities and provides accessible services to small businesses. With a directory of over 60 freelancers, Jessica shares insights on scaling her company and plans for expansion. The episode covers FLI Socia...

Forget Hollywood—Portland, Oregon is the hidden gem of filmmaking. Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised Maria Moreno is here to share her love for the Portland film community. After studying film at Portland State University, she worked to get her foot in the door as a producer, Assistant Director, and filmmaker. Now she’s at the other end. Maria opens doors for diverse talent through her work with nonpr...

Juan is one of the founders and directors of TAG! Queer Shorts Festival. TAG! goes against the grain of mainstream film festivals in centering stories and voices of queer and trans people of color. Stories of queer joy are gratifying, but stories of queer pain, grief, and resilience still reflect many lived experiences, especially internationally. TAG! shares these realities, and creates an inclus...

Maria Teresa (Mate) Lopes Laguna y Aníbal Rocheta son creadores venezolanos y cofundadores de Loco por la Aventura . Esta organización invita a la comunidad latina a disfrutar de la naturaleza. Ellos hablan de sus aventuras, su serie de vídeos y del nuevo libro de Aníbal. Producers Corner, de MetroEast Community Media, destaca diversas voces y creadores en el este del Multnomah County y más allá....

Meet Raiyasha Paris, the brainchild behind the musical alter ego BLK+IVY. In this episode, Raiyasha explores the age-old question of passion or stability, beginning with her early fascination with science to her emerging career in music, acting, and film. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portla...

In this episode, Suher discusses her dentistry video series and the importance of accessible, reputable medical information online, especially for those without access to healthcare. She is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Dentist Anesthesiologist, passionate about using visual media to advocate for holistic dentistry, which links oral health to total body health and overall well-being. Hos...

Dajour McKinley, "Tha Day" does it all, from music to filmmaking to fashion design, and in this episode, he shares a bit from all of those worlds. He opens up about artistic vulnerability, being a pessimist, and the challenges emerging artists face. Tha Day is an Alternative R&B artist and filmmaker from PDX Rockwood. He has worked and released alongside major record labels such as S...

Food Foray is a culinary show with a twist. Learn how the creators, Ivana Horvat and John Lugton, use food as a way to explore different cultures in East Portland. Their three-part series, produced by MetroEast Community Media, interweaves mouth-watering footage of food with emotionally resonant storylines about our immigrant/refugee neighbors. Get a behind-the-scenes look into the making of Food...

Lorena tiene una fuerte conexión con su comunidad latine. En este episodio, Lorena habla de la necesidad de representación Latina en los medios y de más programas en Español. Ella es la directora ejecutiva de Los Niños Cuentan, una organización que se dedica a apoyar a las familias hispanas que han sido afectadas por la violencia doméstica y el abuso de sustancias. Además, es productora de su prop...

Larry Smith has produced a video fitness program, "The Body*Smith Workout," for 40 years. This isn't any old fitness program. A crew of volunteers records and participates in the production, and every episode airs on community access channels in the Portland/Gresham area. Larry's all about diverse representation both on and behind the camera. He shows that fitness can be accessib...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Producers Corner" hosted by MetroEast Community Media! Join Seth Ring, Jasmin Vazquez-Sierra, and AnaMichele Morejon as they give you a sneak peek into what to expect on the podcast. Get insights into MetroEast's mission to make media more accessible and learn about the hosts' own media backgrounds. Stay tuned for interviews with local filmmak...

Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The podcast is made by and for our local community. Every episode is recorded in MetroEast’s studios by members of an educational cohort who gain hands-on production experience each week. Learn more about MetroEast Community Media at ⁠w...