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The No Film School Podcast

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A podcast about how to build a career in filmmaking. No Film School shares the latest opportunities and trends for anyone working in film and TV. We break news on cameras, lighting, and apps. We interview leaders in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and producing. And we answer your questions! We are dedicated to sharing knowledge with filmmakers around the globe, “no film school”... more

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Latest Episodes

Recorded at Fantastic Fest 2026 in Austin, No Film School founder Ryan Koo talks with Into the Sky writer-directors Drew Mylrea and Evan Buxbaum about the decade-long path to making their sci-fi comedy. They trace the project from an early script tha... more

Writer-director-actor Leah McKendrick joins GG Hawkins to break down the long road to getting Voicemails for Isabelle made after years in development. McKendrick traces her unconventional path from aspiring pop singer to independent filmmaker, studio... more

Writer-director Sabrina Greco joins No Film School to discuss the making of her feature debut, Lockjaw, a dark comedy centered on a woman whose jaw is wired shut after a car accident. Greco explains how the project grew from a short into a feature, w... more

Writer-director Alex Ullom and producers Carrie Carusone and Evan Barber break down the unconventional path behind It Ends, their micro-budget indie horror feature about four friends trapped on an endless road. They explain how they raised their init... more

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Recent Guests

Leah McKendrick
Writer, director, and actor discussed as the guest on the episode
Episode: How 'Voicemails for Isabelle' Director Leah McKendrick Defeated Development Hell and Got Her Movie Made
Sabrina Greco
Director, previously an editor; part of Filmmaker Magazine's 25 New Faces series for 2025
Self/Lockjaw project
Episode: She Shot Her First Feature in Just 11 Nights — Making 'Lockjaw'
Carrie Carrison
Lead producer and production designer on It Ends
It Ends production
Episode: The Art of the Reshoot: How the 'It Ends' Team Saved Their Indie Horror Feature
Alex Ullam
Writer, director of It Ends
It Ends production team
Episode: The Art of the Reshoot: How the 'It Ends' Team Saved Their Indie Horror Feature
Evan Barber
Producer and first AD on It Ends
It Ends production
Episode: The Art of the Reshoot: How the 'It Ends' Team Saved Their Indie Horror Feature
Sam Hayes
Writer-director of Pools
Episode: How a Wine-Infused Cold Email & Pool Parties Got 'Pools' Noticed
Michael Vlamis
Actor, producer, involved in Pools and The Odyssey
Episode: How a Wine-Infused Cold Email & Pool Parties Got 'Pools' Noticed
Cara Cusumano
Festival director and senior vice president of programming at the Tribeca Festival
Tribeca Festival
Episode: Inside 25 Years of Tribeca: What Independent Filmmakers Need to Know
Lindsay St. Laurent
Independent filmmaker using fiscal sponsorship
New Hollywood
Episode: Fiscal Sponsorship Explained

Host

GG Hawkins
Host of The No Film School Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 890 ratings
  • Great Resource For Emerging Filmmakers

    There are resources for focuses of all kinds in the industry here. So much to learn as you grow a career. Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rowbean42
    United States3 months ago
  • Ok

    So you’re mad the government is trying to bring filmmaking back to America and mad film makers don’t get those tax cuts which based on your previous episodes we know you are pro higher taxes on everyone, except you of course

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MouseBear123
    United Statesa year ago
  • A mixed bag

    The episodes that are good are very good. The episodes that talk about how many bangers Ben Affleck has made in a row are very bad. A pod that mostly makes you very glad you aren’t spending your life making hot garbage.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    richard4044
    United States2 years ago
  • GREAT SHOW for Aspiring Filmmakers!

    If you’re an aspiring film-maker, and interested in learning about how to navigate the film industry, The No Film School Podcast is exactly what you’re after.

    From industry expert interviews, to up-and coming directors they cover everything from writing, production, to the business side of the industry.

    Be sure to check out GG’s conversation making her first feature as well -> It’s an inspiring conversation about writing your project and getting it made on your own.

    A MUST LISTEN!

    Luke

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luke DePron
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Especially enjoying the BTS content of GG Hawkins film.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cuaran14
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise practical filmmaking insights and actionable tips for indie projects.
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Reviews highlight strong guest lineups and informative interviews across roles in film and TV.

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#160
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#62
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#107
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#132
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#237
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How a Wine-Infused Cold Email & Pool Parties Got 'Pools' Noticed
Q: How did you approach distribution and what role did unconventional events play in the rollout?
The guests discuss shifting away from traditional distribution toward a series of pool party premieres and other eventized experiences that create ephemera and community engagement, which helped generate organic buzz and audience momentum.
How a Wine-Infused Cold Email & Pool Parties Got 'Pools' Noticed
Q: What were the biggest logistical hurdles for shooting late-night pool sequences, especially for an indie budget?
Sam and the team faced underwater camera movement and the need to keep actors still in water; Odessa's initial breath-hold limit required bringing in a breath coach, which then expanded the time underwater to about a minute and a half per take, crucial for the film's tone.
Fiscal Sponsorship Explained
Q: What are the macro economic hurdles indie filmmakers are facing now, and what information should filmmakers have about tax credits and sponsorship opportunities?
Ian discusses how government changes, grant competition, and shifting corporate sponsorship priorities have tightened the funding landscape, but tax credits and incentives (e.g., California GEI and programs through entertainment partners) remain valuable tools;他 urges filmmakers to leverage tax rebates and build knowledge about regional opportunities to attract investors.
Fiscal Sponsorship Explained
Q: Now, Lindsay, how did you decide that fiscal sponsorship was the right path for your project and could you tell us about Sasaeng?
Lindsay explains that fiscal sponsorship opened up fundraising by allowing donors to receive tax-deductible benefits through a nonprofit sponsor, which aligned with her project Sasaeng, a K-pop horror thriller in pre-production; she emphasizes the tax-deductible incentive as a primary draw for donors and explains the ongoing pre-production process.
The Editing Process Behind Dialogue-Driven Drama The Revisionist
Q: What was the most challenging aspect of shaping a dialogue-driven story?
The big challenge was revealing the hand of the writer through editing—balancing humor with tragedy, and ensuring the audience feels connected to Alison's creative process while keeping the ensemble dynamics engaging and clear.

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A practical, industry-focused series that blends interviews with filmmakers, editors, producers, and technologists to illuminate the craft, business, and distribution of film and TV. Episodes routinely tackle hands-on topics like editing techniques, AI tools for production, fundraising and financing strategies, distribution approaches for indie projects, production design on micro-budget films, and navigating industry shifts such as strikes and changing gatekeepers. Noteworthy is the range of guests—from veteran editors and producers to AI and distribution experts—providing actionable guidance for aspiring filmmakers and seasoned professionals alike. The show is likely to appeal to creators seeking credible, experience-based insights, pract... more

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5. Evan Barber
6. Sam Hayes
7. Michael Vlamis
8. Cara Cusumano

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