The Rick Altizer Show

My son, Dave Altizer (aka Dave Maze), interviews me on documentary filmmaking.  We focus on the art of the interview.  Part 1 of a 2 part interview.

Tim Mahoney, the director and creator of "Patterns of Evidence" discusses the making of his film series.  An interesting look at how we promo film in a post Covid world.   This is Part 2 of our interview.

Tim Mahoney, the director and creator of "Patterns of Evidence" discusses the making of his film series.  An interesting look at how we promo film in a post Covid world.   This is Part 1 of our interview.

Ariel Martinez, from the podcast iFilmmaker, interviews me on the making of SHOW ME THE FATHER.  I discuss the art of the interview as well as a few things I've learned along the way.  Here are some helpful tips on documentary filmmaking that I hope you find helpful.

John J. Thompson is a Christian music historian, author and film music supervisor.   John eloquently addresses what he found interesting an not so interesting in Christian music. John discusses how he found much more to connect with in the music from the fringes then what was being offered in the mainstream of Christian music. We also discuss his featured interviews with The Jesus Music documentar...

John J. Thompson is a Christian music historian, author and film music supervisor.   John eloquently addresses what he found interesting an not so interesting in Christian music. John discusses how he found much more to connect with in the music from the fringes then what was being offered in the mainstream of Christian music.  Also discussed are his interviews in The Jesus Music documentary.

John J. Thompson is a Christian music historian, author and film music supervisor.   In part 1 we discuss how he became an entrepreneur at 16, owning his own record store, magazine and music venue by the age of 18.  John eloquently addresses what he found interesting an not so interesting in Christian music. John discusses how he found much more to connect with in the music from the fringes then w...

Part 2 of filmmaker, Stephen Kendrick, (War Room, Courageous, Fireproof) discussing the making "Show Me The Father." I had the privilege of directing the movie and these interviews give you a behind the scenes look at how me made the film and why the Fatherhood of God is such an important subject for our culture today.  In this interview we discuss what it was like working with an outside director...

Part 1 of filmmaker, Stephen Kendrick, (War Room, Courageous, Fireproof) discussing the making "Show Me The Father." I had the privilege of directing the movie and these interviews give you a behind the scenes look at how me made the film and why the Fatherhood of God is such an important subject for our culture today.  In this interview we discuss how the Kendrick Brothers decided to make a docum...

Alex and Stephen Kendrick (The Kendrick Brothers) are film makers known for such films as "War Room," "Courageous," "Fireproof," and "Overcomer."  Their newest film, "Show Me the Father" was directed by yours truly and this is audio from a Facebook live post that had serious technical difficulties.  I was able to salvage the audio, but the video is just frozen images of ourselves that were hilario...

Paul Aldrich interviews me while I discuss the making of the new movie I directed, "The Kendrick Brothers' - Show Me The Father."  In the interview we discuss how the movie was made and how I came to direct a movie for the Kendrick Brothers.  It was such and honor and blessing to be involved in this very important film.  I pray this interview blesses you.

Part 2 of an interview with Mark Miller.  Mark is the producer of the new film, "The Kendrick Brothers' - Show Me The Father."  I directed the film and also co-edited with Mark.  We discuss working with the Kendrick Brothers as well as working together.  This interview goes under the hood to see how a documentary is made and edited.

Part one of a in depth interview with producer and editor, Mark Miller, on the new movie we worked on together, "The Kendrick Brothers' - Show Me the Father."    We discuss the film and the experience working together and with the Kendrick Brothers.

Well, it's an interview of me!  Dave Maurer from the Christian Music Archive interviewed me for his podcast and I thought it would be great to share it as well.  Lots of info on me that you might or might not be interested in.  However, I'm always looking for new content - so here you go.  I pray it blesses you. 

Part 2 of an interview with the author of the book, "Cheer Up - the Life and Ministry of Jack Miller."  It's a great discussion about why we should cheer up over the prospect of being worse than we think.

Part 1 of an interview with the author of the book, "Cheer Up - the Life and Ministry of Jack Miller."  It's a great discussion about why we should cheer up over the prospect of being worse than we think.

A continuation of a discussion with my son, David Altizer, about fathering.  How do I father my son now that he is also a father?  What are appropriate boundaries for suggestion giving?  

A discussion with my son, David Altizer, about fathering.  We discuss the challenges and joys of being a father.  There is great conversation about our own relationship and how we navigate together now that he is a father.  What are appropriate boundaries for us as grandparents with our son and daughter-in-law?  A frank and open conversation.

A continuation of my discussion with pastor, author and speaker, John Driver. John Discusses writing with Tim Hawkins, Reggie Dabbs and his new book with Pastor Todd Wagner.  From an interview from 7-2017.

Author, John Driver, discusses collaborative writing and having your name in small print on the cover of a book.  John also talks about his journey in becoming a published author. From and interview 07-2017.

Back by popular demand, more music from my scripture memory album.  Thanks to all those who wrote in! Part 3 of a 3 part series.

More from my Scripture Memory Album.  Part 2 of a 3 part series.

Songs from my scripture memory album are played as I discuss the importance of memorizing scripture and the process of making the album.  

Co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of Larry the Cucumber – Mike Nawrocki.  In part 3 of our interview we discuss the challenges today to present children's media in  a digital culture.  VHS is way gone, now DVD is gone.  How to make expensive animation and not go bankrupt again.  Fascinating and amazing.  Mike is a great interview.  You won't be disappointed.

Co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of Larry the Cucumber, Mike Nawrocki. In part 2 of our interview we discuss how VeggieTales went bankrupt and what went wrong.  But you can't keep a good cucumber down!!  What an amazing interview!!