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A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative Coach

Phil Svitek
The Arbiters
Animation
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Podcasting
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Artificial Intelligence
Honesty Festival
Content Creation
Hollywood
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Education
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MIFA
Personal Development
American Film Market
Cinando
Storyboarding
Screenwriting

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.

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After attending a live event in Los Angeles with author and poet Cleo Wade—best known for Heart Talk and her latest release In A World of Sunrises—I walked away with four powerful insights that feel especially relevant right now.

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Are film festivals, awards, and industry platforms still supporting indie creators—or just reinforcing the system they claim to disrupt?

In this episode, I break down a growing frustration many independent artists are experiencing: the gap between m... more

Is it true that no enlightened person works in corporate? And if so—is that causation or just correlation?

In this episode, I dig into that question from multiple angles and ultimately argue that it’s not a coincidence. There’s something fundamental... more

What does it actually take to fund an indie film?

I break down the real tension behind making a movie like The Arbiters—balancing the business side (funding, development, pitching) with the creative side (storyboarding, building the film itself). Be... more

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BB Yang
Rising animator featured in Animation Magazine; works on Snoopy and related content
The Wildbrain Studio
Episode: From Snoopy to Storytelling: Rising Animator BB Yang on Breaking In & Creating Her Own World
Mari Ben
Animation producer for The Arbiters
Independent Animation Producer
Episode: The Making of The Arbiters' Proof of Concept (For More Exclusives Visit Patreon.com/PhilSvitek)
Genevieve LeDoux
Founder of Star Forest, animator and musician
Episode: Star Forest: Building a Transmedia Animated Band (and Staying Human in the Algorithm)
Soukaina Alaoui El Hassani
Filmmaker and storyteller with a focus on empathy and cultural narratives.
Versus Creative Studios
Episode: Between Worlds: Soukaina Alaoui El Hassani on Craft, Culture & Creative Agency
Emily Krempholtz
Debut novelist and experienced ghostwriter
Episode: Ghostwriter to Novelist: Emily Krempholtz on Crafting Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore
Khalil Abderrahim
A friend of Phil Svitek who collaborates on YouTube content.
YouTube Content Creator
Episode: YouTube’s Biggest Growth Tool Yet: How to Use the Collaborations Feature to Reach New Audiences
Alison Levine
Mountaineer and motivational speaker.
Episode: Go Big and Go Home: What Alison Levine Teaches Us About Creative Bravery
Randy Ribay
Author of "The Reckoning of Roku" and advocate for diverse storytelling
Author
Episode: Inside The Reckoning of Roku: Avatar Talk with Author Randy Ribay
Pramita Mukherjee
Experienced animator working in character effects
Episode: What Really Goes Into an Animated Film? | Animation Pipeline Overview with Pramita Mukherjee

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Phil Svitek
Host of the show, addressing filmmaking, entrepreneurship, and creator-focused topics; creator behind 360 Creative Coach.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Food for thought

    Nice ideas, lacks follow through

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    savethesharksx
    United States6 years ago
  • Great and insightful podcast

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pandabtony
    United States7 years ago
  • Fantastic Insights

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hawling_fantods
    United States7 years ago
  • Phil is an amazing person!

    Phil is an amazing person - listen to him and you will grow and learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SinaBruce
    United States7 years ago
  • Phil is Amazing!

    So inspirational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SallySalamander1111
    United States7 years ago

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Consistent, thoughtful perspectives on craft and business.
Inspiring and actionable with a strong personal journey.
Clear, practical takeaways for indie creators.
Honest, no-fluff insights into building a creator career.

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Star Forest: Building a Transmedia Animated Band (and Staying Human in the Algorithm)
Q: What are your 2026 goals for Star Forest?
We aim to find like-minded creatives for collaboration, continue building our audience organically, and produce our third album with enriched lore.
Star Forest: Building a Transmedia Animated Band (and Staying Human in the Algorithm)
Q: Can you give us an overview of what the team is?
The team can vary in size; it has gone from 12 to about 5 or 6, mainly comprising individuals who contribute on a phased basis.
Star Forest: Building a Transmedia Animated Band (and Staying Human in the Algorithm)
Q: Would you recommend that for people in today's age?
It depends on the individual, but mentoring can add immense value to those starting out, offering guidance to avoid common pitfalls.
From Classroom to Change-Maker: Hallie Schmeling On Her Initiative "Regulate 2 Educate"
Q: How do you plan on spreading your message regarding nervous system regulation?
Hallie plans to start with social media to expose problems in schools and educate about nervous system regulation, eventually leading to TED talks and courses for teachers.
From Classroom to Change-Maker: Hallie Schmeling On Her Initiative "Regulate 2 Educate"
Q: What's starting position number one for implementing nervous system regulation?
It starts with professionals, as no child can be more regulated than the adults in the room. Teachers need the tools and space to be regulated themselves.

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