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Making Media Now

Filmmakers Collaborative
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New York City
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White Supremacy
Ufos
Vietnam War
Christian Nationalism
Wilmington Coup
Hard Hat Riot
Racism
Americans With Disabilities Act
Opioid Epidemic
Local Journalism
Immigration
Civil Rights Movement
Donald Trump
Political Polarization

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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The 35th Annual Woods Hole Film Festival in scenic Woods Hole, MA runs from July 25 to August 1 this year and we’re devoting a couple of episodes of Making Media Now to conversations with filmmakers who have documentaries playing at the festival.

 

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Host Michael Azevedo is joined by Nicholas Bruckman the co-director and producer of a fascinating documentary series currently airing on the Documentary+ platform called The Price of Milk, which dives into the untold story behind the '90s "Got Milk" ... more

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Host Michael Azevedo is joined by Sasha Waters, the director of “Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World” a biographical documentary about poet Mary Oliver that is now playing in a limited theatrical release and which will broadcast on the PBS ... more

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Award-winning documentary filmmaker and photojournalist Jessica Earnshaw joins host Michael Azevedo to discuss her latest film, "Baby Doe," which is currently playing in a limited theatrical release.

 

"Baby Doe" tells the story of Gail Ritchey who, ... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Bruckman
Co-director and producer of The Price of Milk
People's Television
Episode: Nicholas Bruckman Examines "The Price of Milk"
Sasha Waters
Director of Mary Oliver, Saved by the Beauty of the World
Director, Mary Oliver documentary
Episode: "Mary Oliver: Saved By The Beauty of the World" Celebrates Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet
Jessica Earnshaw
Award-winning documentary filmmaker and photojournalist
Episode: Filmmaker Jessica Earnshaw Explores The Case of "Baby Doe"
Alison Ellwood
Filmmaker directing Boy George & Culture Club
Self-employed filmmaker; works on music documentaries
Episode: Alison Ellwood Shines The Spotlight on "Boy George & Culture Club"
Steve Humble
Chief Content Officer at VPM (Virginia's PBS NPR station)
VPM
Episode: PBS Documentary Spotlights Black Americans’ Role in the Revolutionary War
Paul Wagner
Filmmaker, producer/director of the Georgia O'Keeffe documentary
Paul Wagner & Ellen Casey Wagner Productions
Episode: "Georgia O'Keeffe: The Brightness of Light" Depicts a Visionary American Icon
Ellen Casey Wagner
Filmmaker, producer/director of the Georgia O'Keeffe documentary
Paul Wagner & Ellen Casey Wagner Productions
Episode: "Georgia O'Keeffe: The Brightness of Light" Depicts a Visionary American Icon
Owen Dubeck
Director, To Write Love on Her Arms documentary
Independent filmmaker
Episode: "To Write Love on Her Arms": A Message, A Movement, and Now...A Documentary
Theo Rigby
Director, cinematographer and interactive storyteller
iNation Media
Episode: Undocumented Mothers Seek Sanctuary in "If I Could Stay"

Host

Michael Azevedo
Host of Making Media Now; affiliated with Filmmakers Collaborative

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Great Conversations

    Started listening to this podcast a few months ago and it’s become a favorite!! I love documentaries and really appreciate the thoughtful questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelAzevedo
    United States4 months ago
  • 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 States5 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 States5 years ago
  • Wow!!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fleabert12
    United States5 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 States5 years ago

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The show is seen as engaging, informative, and relevant to filmmakers and media practitioners.

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Filmmaker Jessica Earnshaw Explores The Case of "Baby Doe"
Q: What inspired you to transition from photojournalism to documentary filmmaking, and how did that inform your approach to Baby Doe?
Earnshaw explains that moving from still images to film allowed her to capture voices and dynamics she'd heard in audio slideshows, providing a more complete sense of presence and time with her subjects, which she believes is essential for sensitive stories.
"Mary Oliver: Saved By The Beauty of the World" Celebrates Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet
Q: What role did the estate and the poems' permissions play in shaping what could be shown?
We secured access through the literary executor, agreed to use full poems rather than excerpts in most cases, and carefully planned which poems would be shown to stay within permissions.
"Mary Oliver: Saved By The Beauty of the World" Celebrates Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet
Q: How did you approach translating the experience of reading poetry into a cinematic language?
I focused on grounding the film in place, mirrored with the sensory image track, and used readings of poems on camera to connect viewers to the poetry while letting the visuals carry the emotional arc.
PBS Documentary Spotlights Black Americans’ Role in the Revolutionary War
Q: At what role do you get involved and help shepherd the project along and ensure wider distribution across PBS stations?
Steve explains that as Chief Content Officer, he oversees all outputs and works with the team to set a mission, choose directors, and partner with organizations like Black Public Media to broaden reach and ensure the film travels beyond their local market to national audiences.
"Third Degree Burnout" Documentary Connects the Personal & the Planetary
Q: Tell us about the personal crossroad that led you to make this film.
The host asks about the filmmaker's personal journey; the guest explains losing her father to COVID-19 and experiencing burnout, which spurred a shift from corporate marketing to research and storytelling about burnout and planetary health.

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Recent conversations center on documentary storytelling, filmmaking process, and the human elements behind hard-hitting subjects. Guests range from veteran filmmakers and directors to subject matter experts who illuminate trauma, resilience, journalism, public media, and social issues, often tying craft decisions to broader societal impact. The show stands out for its thoughtful interview style, deep pre-interview preparation, and a knack for pulling practical lessons and inspiring stories from complex topics, making it valuable for listeners looking to understand both the creative and logistical sides of media production.

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Recent guests on Making Media Now include:

1. Nicholas Bruckman
2. Sasha Waters
3. Jessica Earnshaw
4. Alison Ellwood
5. Steve Humble
6. Paul Wagner
7. Ellen Casey Wagner
8. Owen Dubeck

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