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Making Media Now

Filmmakers Collaborative
Filmmaking
Political Polarization
Income Inequality
A Braver Way
Economic Restructuring
American Dream
Braver Angels
Understanding Political Differences
Girls State
Unions
Curiosity
Journalism
Fear and Curiosity
Community Engagement
Interpersonal Communication
Democracy
Labor Movement
Average Wages
Nazi Town, USA
A Thousand Pines

Making Media Now, presented by Filmmakers Collaborative and hosted by Michael Azevedo, is a podcast dedicated to presenting informative and enlightening conversations with creators of all stripes--filmmakers, writers, directors, editors, technical experts--about their process, their vision, their joys and challenges. Listen in to meet visionaries crafting media in a range of genres and for the ful... more

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On May 8, 1970, “the Hard Hat Riot” erupted in lower Manhattan. At midday, construction workers, including those building the World Trade Center, violently clashed with students demonstrating against the Vietnam War.

 

Workmen saw the protesting stu... more

Joining host Michael Azevedo on this episode is Andy DeMeo, the creator and host of the Granite Goodness podcast and Substack newsletter.

Andy has a belief that most news thrives on outrage, fear, and conflict. And he created "Granite Goodness" in o... more

Host Michael Azevedo is joined by veteran film and television director Rob Spera.

 

Rob’s been on the faculty at the American Film Institute for over 20 years. His feature films include The Sweet Life, Fathers and Sons, and the cult classic Leprechau... more

Joining host Michael Azevedo on this episode are Jen Bradwell and Todd Boekelheide, the married co-directors of "Make A Circle," a new documentary that offers a rare, inside look at the lives of child care providers and early educators — the backbone... more

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Jeff Bieber
Executive producer and co-writer of 'Hannah Arendt: Facing Tyranny'
Episode: Tracing the Roots & Rise of Totalitarianism in "Hannah Arendt: Facing Tyranny"
Chad Freidrichs
Director and editor of the documentary The Cinema Within
Episode: Exploring "The Cinema Within"
Mickela Mallozzi
Four-time Emmy-winning host and executive producer of Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi
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Episode: "Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi" Dances into Season 7
Marisa Fox
Documentary filmmaker and television producer
Contributor to Hollywood Reporter and Center for Independent Documentary
Episode: Counting the Cost of Cuts to the Arts & Filmmaking Communities
Laura Azevedo
Executive Director of Filmmakers Collaborative
Filmmakers Collaborative
Episode: Counting the Cost of Cuts to the Arts & Filmmaking Communities
Gene Tempest
Writer-director of Mr. Polaroid
Episode: How Edwin Land ("Mr. Polaroid") Pictured The Future
Will Parrinello
Director of the documentary 'Water for Life'
Episode: "Water for Life": Stories of Courage and Determination
Rick Tejada-Flores
Co-producer of 'Water for Life' and veteran filmmaker
Episode: "Water for Life": Stories of Courage and Determination
Joseph Mathew
Independent filmmaker and director of The Long Walk of Carlos Guerrero
Episode: Joseph Mathew Takes Viewers on "The Long Walk of Carlos Guerrero"

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Michael Azevedo
Host of informative conversations with creators in the film and media industry, exploring their processes and projects.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    There is so much to love about this podcast! From Michael’s impeccable interviewing style to the breadth & depth of knowledge of each guest to the timeliness & importance of so many of the topics … this podcast will surely keep you informed and satisfied! When listening, most of the guests respond with “that’s a really good question…”! As a podcast listener, I love it when hosts ask thought-provoking questions of their guests…it shows they do their homework, are knowledgeable and want their li... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MMN awesomeness
    United States4 years ago
  • Wonderful and relevant content!

    Always engaging and relative content. Thank you Michael for bringing light to important topics and creating space for these conversations to unfold!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BritGorman
    United States4 years ago
  • Wow!!

    Great content, great questions, wonderful conversations… And a very amazing voice. Watch out Terry Gross!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fleabert12
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Making Media Now has quickly become one of my favorite podcasts… really interesting guests that give us great insight into what it takes to get your work out into the world today. It’s obvious that the host does his homework because the conversations flow effortlessly and are always entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knsksn
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing Guests!

    Always interesting content with such an amazing array of creative guests! And the host is so good—great pre interview research which allows for engaging conversation! Highly recommend, especially if you are in filmmaking or content creation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnieDampy
    United States4 years ago

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Informative discussions that keep the audience interested and satisfied.
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Highly knowledgeable host who asks compelling questions.

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"Gone Guys" Reveals The Struggles Facing Boys and Young Men
Q: What does healthy masculinity look like?
Chad noted that while there are many discussions about toxic masculinity, there is often a lack of a clear framework for what healthy masculinity entails.
"Gone Guys" Reveals The Struggles Facing Boys and Young Men
Q: How did you come in there as the storyteller and say, okay, well, it's got to be visual?
Chad explained that he decided to focus on programs offering hope and positive change instead of depicting despair to empower viewers.
Exploring "The Cinema Within"
Q: Talk to me a little bit about the theories that this researcher was trying to test.
The researcher aimed to explore whether people who had never seen films could instinctively understand film edits, suggesting a natural perception linked to editing techniques.
Exploring "The Cinema Within"
Q: So, what exactly is continuity editing?
Continuity editing aims to create a smooth flow in storytelling, allowing viewers to easily understand the narrative despite its inherently unnatural cuts.
Exploring "The Cinema Within"
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself, your background, your work, and what led you to the making of this movie?
Chad Freidrichs discusses his experience as an independent documentary filmmaker, teaching film editing, and how his observations about continuity editing's evolution inspired him to create 'The Cinema Within.'

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What is Making Media Now about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Informative conversations with a diverse array of creators characterize the discussions, exploring the unique challenges and joys they face in the media landscape. The podcast features filmmakers, writers, directors, and technical experts sharing insights about their creative processes, visions, and the impact of their work across various genres and distribution platforms. Engaging and thought-provoking, the content unpacks issues ranging from the intricacies of documentary filmmaking to the broader societal themes reflected in media today.

Notably, the podcast tackles contemporary challenges in the industry, including funding cuts and the impact of digital distribution. Its focus on diverse voices and stories, along with the lively and en... more

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1. Jeff Bieber
2. Chad Freidrichs
3. Mickela Mallozzi
4. Marisa Fox
5. Laura Azevedo
6. Gene Tempest
7. Will Parrinello
8. Rick Tejada-Flores

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