
With 20+ years in the entertainment industry at the top level, I’m Phil Svitek. Join me as I pay it forward, sharing insights from my journey as a filmmaker, author, podcaster, and even high-level executive. Get a 360-degree view of the digital artist’s path to success, blending technical theory, practical wisdom, and personal development. Your smoother journey awaits.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1299 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

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Nice ideas, lacks follow through
I don’t know who this guy is but man does he have some wisdom to bestow upon his listeners! Also did you know he has all his vids on YouTube too?! I like what I hear and I can’t wait to hear more.
Thank you Phil Svitek for such a show as this one.
How does he keep coming up with new lessons each and every week??? I don’t know but the fact that he does is amazing because I learn so much from him. Thank you for all that you do. Highly recommend this series to anyone. Also, what’s great to see is Phil’s personal journey through all of this. He’s not just teaching me, he’s teaching himself and it shows. Keep it up.
Phil is an amazing person - listen to him and you will grow and learn.
So inspirational!
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This show centers on practical filmmaking, entrepreneurship, and personal development for digital creatives. Episodes frequently tackle budgeting for indie projects, balancing creative progress with business realities, and building sustainable creative careers through systems, workflows, and audience-building strategies. Notable strengths include candid reflections on real-world challenges, a focus on long-term momentum over quick hits, and actionable guidance for indie creators navigating funding, production, and distribution. A recurring edge is the host's transparent journey—from craft to business—paired with guest perspectives and counterpoints that illuminate both creative craft and operational discipline.
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