Talking Indies in my Undies

Two of the fest founders, Curt Willis and Paul Harrill join the show to talk about Film Fest Knox & Elev8or Pitch 2026.  Elev8or Pitch kick-off is July 16th at Scruffy City Hall. Learn more at filmfestknox.com

I catch up with 7 Day Shootout Creator Keith McDaniel to discuss this years competition which kicks-off on June 10th. Get the inside info here and sign up at 7dayshoot.com

Travel back to February 4th 2004 with me to hear about the forgotten controversy surrounding the release of Tim Burton's film ED WOOD on DVD in this solo podcast.

Film Festival Director Keith McDaniel talks to me about the return of the 7 Day shootout taking place in June of 2025 after a 2 year absence. 

Amelia Bartlett is a Knoxville, Tn-based entrepreneur, writer, and filmmaker. Amelia is the Founder and Director of A/B Studios. We discuss the film her team made for the this year's Film Fest Knox Elev8or Pitch, "How to Get the Girl". We also discuss A/B Studio's first proof-of-concept short film, "Lavender Fields Forever". For more information check out her website https://ameliabartlett.com/

Join us for an exclusive interview with Darren Hughes, the Artistic Director of FILM FEST KNOX, as we dive into the exciting lineup of films for this year's festival, happening November 14-17, 2024. Discover the stories behind the curated selections, get insights into what makes this festival unique, and hear about some of the must-watch films screening at this year's event. Whether you're a film...

A solo podcast where I remember seeing the film Blade on opening night August 21st 1998 with my friend Ethan in the small town of Athens, TN. 

Today we speak with the legendary former Creator/Director of the Knoxville Film Festival, Keith McDaniel! We catch up on what's going on Keith's life and feature a great news story about his work at Roane County High School.

Jamison & Tiffie Stalsworth are East Tennessee filmmakers who create short form video under the name Dr Moon Rat. They are awesome.  Check out their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/drmoonrat

Paul Harris and Curt Willis are creators of Film Fest Knox. For the first time ever they go DEEP on Elev8or Pitch Film Competition. 

Actor Ronnie George is a legend in Knoxville. We hang out and talk about filmmaking and his recent engagement (and of course, Drew Barrymore)

Kelly Burke is a filmmaker for Knoxville, TN. His film won 3rd place at last year's Film Fest Knox Elev8or Pitch film competition. He discusses the making of the film and the mentorship after the festival that he was awarded as a result of the top finish. 

Curt Willis is the Co-Founder/Director of Film Fest Knox - an international film festival in Knoxville, Tennessee, hosted by Visit Knoxville and the Visit Knoxville Film Office in partnership with Regal and The Public Cinema. The First Annual Film Fest Knox took place on November 9-11. I speak with Curt about the his first experience organizing a film festival and discuss what to expect in years t...

Former Knoxville Film Festival Director Keith McDaniel gets in his undies.  My reaction to the announcement from Film Fest Knox's Elev8or Pitch Film Competition 

The Knoxville Comedy Film Festival takes place at Central Cinema on August 12th. It's FREE! Come hang out and watch some funny short films, make friends, be less lonely, find meaning in the meaninglessness. 

Nick Crockett gets in his undies and talks about his new 4 part web series, Glass Valley. View the episodes on YouTube @nicholascrockettfilms Link to episode one: https://youtu.be/--pufjwYXWM 

Knoxville filmmaker, Seth Young, talks about his experience in the Middle TN 54 Film Fest. 

The Knoxville Film Festival closes its doors after 19 years of serving the viewing public. I speak with the Knoxville Film Festival's founder and director Keith McDaniel on his decision to end the festival and the wisdom he's gained over his years running a successful film festival. I also give Keith the opportunity to crown the greatest 7 day shootout film of all time. 

I catch up with a couple friends at the Knoxville Horror Fest at the Parkway Drive-in Movie theater in Maryville, TN to discuss the 2022 Grindhouse Grindout trailers and the film festival in general.  Featuring Daniel Fersner, Ronnie George and Tiffie Stalsworth.

Jeff Snell calls in via burner phone while on the run to discuss the beefs between him and Kevin Wines, and also Tyler Broadway vs Bing Fu.  According to Jeff, Keith McDaniel's video addressing the drama within the community is layered with hidden messages which we break down in this episode.   

Just saying Hi and talking some local film news and recent movies that I've seen. 

A couple quick conversations with Knoxville Filmmakers Jamison Stalsworth and Gabriel Crutchfield about their entry's in the Knox Film Fest's 7 Day shootout.  The Knoxville Film festival is taking place September 18-20. Visit Knoxfilmfest.com for more details.  

A few BRIEF words about this Year's 7 Day Shootout for the Knox Film Fest. 

I talk with Kevin Wines about his kidnapping at the hands of the MethGator movement. 

Knoxville Filmmaker Jeff Snell is on his way to creating the greatest movie of all time. METH GATOR. I talk to him about it.