"2026 MAGIC Premiere Night - Special Edition Podcast - From Classroom to Career" - Behind the MAGIC Podcast with Mauricio Ferrazza

In this special live edition of Behind the MAGIC, Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus President Dr. Beatriz Gonzalez hosts a celebration of the Class of 2026 at MAGIC Premiere Night.Meet the student leaders behind four original capstone projects: Fallen Fate, Behind the Paper, Nightlight, and Foster. Hear how these graduates transformed ideas into finished animated films and games through storytelling, teamwork, technical problem-solving, and leadership.This episode explores the full student journey at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) — from first classes to final showcase, and from student creators to emerging industry professionals.Topics coveredStory developmentLeadership under pressureTeam collaborationTechnical challengesIndustry mentorshipCareer readinessAdvice for future studentsA celebration of creativity, discipline, and the next generation of animation and gaming talent.Program: Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC)Host: Dr. Beatriz Gonzalez, Wolfson Campus PresidentFeaturing:Diego Ramirez – Fallen FateEstefania Mora – Behind the PaperKat Pezon – NightlightMelanie – Foster