"Becoming Led Zeppelin" Director and Producer on Making the Documentary, "American Epic," & More

In this episode, we welcome director Bernard MacMahon and producer Allison McGourty. This team brought us Becoming Led Zeppelin — the first documentary the legendary group has ever agreed to participate in. The film is currently streaming on Netflix and continues to be played at select theaters in the U.S. and around the world. In our chat, we hear about their path creating this doc, their creative back stories, and much more. Bernard and Allison also offer incredible insights for up-and-coming directors, about producing documentaries, and filmmaking in general.“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:Gear up: AJA just launched new techFlexibility is everything in production, which is one of many reasons to check out AJA's newest products. IP25-R bridges SMPTE ST 2110 networks and 4K SDI/HDMI infrastructure, UDC-4K scales between HD and 4K/UltraHD, and BRIDGE LIVE 12G-4 provides a multi-channel UltraHD IP video workflow bridge for remote production, streaming, video contribution, and more. Learn more.Next-Gen DIY Storage, UnleashedThe OWC Express 1M2 80G delivers over 6000 MB/s real-world performance using the latest USB4 v2 (80 Gb/s) interface, with Thunderbolt 5 compatibility for next-gen workflows. Choose a ready-to-run or DIY enclosure—upgradeable to 8 TB using NVMe M.2 SSDs. Its passive heatsink design ensures silent, consistent speeds, all in a bus-powered, palm-sized form factor. Explore hereVimeo NYC Event:Thursday, Oct. 23 | Florence Gould TheaterA night of inspiring Vimeo Staff Picks + live filmmaker commentary!6:30pm Doors7:30 - 9pm Films + commentary 9:00 - 11pm Reception - free drinks + bites!Free Passes here Introducing Ninja TX:Introducing Ninja TX, the all-new addition to the Ninja family. It’s equipped with 12G-SDI and HDMI, so now you can monitor & record from any pro camera to ultra-fast CFexpress media or external USB-C storage. You also get built in Wi-Fi for C2C workflows and AirGluTM timecode for multicam projects, all in a lightweight, compact 5-inch form factor. Atomos Ninja TX is available for pre-order for only $999 at Videoguys.com. Learn more hereSTEADICAM VOLT 3 Experience Tour:Sunday, October 5 · 4-7pm ET | Keslow Camera AtlantaJoin us for an exclusive hands-on demo of the brand-new STEADICAM® VOLT 3 – the next evolution in award-winning camera stabilization.Whether you're a seasoned Steadicam operator or exploring new tools for dynamic cinematography, this is your chance to experience first-hand how smarter stabilization can transform your workflow.Learn more herePost|Production World NY 2025:We’re proud to support Post|Production World NY 2025, October 22–23 at NAB Show New York. Join editors, filmmakers, and creators for two days of expert-led sessions in color grading, cinematography, workflows, and creative AI. Save 15% with code FMCP15. Get your pass herePodcast Rewind:Sept 2025 - Ep. 96…Advertise in “The Making Of” newsletter and reach 250,000 filmmakers, TV production pros, and content creators each week. For info, email [email protected] Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe