The Big Damn Podcast | Episode 016 – The Smodcastle Film Challenge, Creative Sparks, and Cardinal Chaos

Originally recorded March 19, 2025 at 9:33 PMMichael and Logan are back with a raw, unfiltered recap of their wild ride through Kevin Smith’s Smodcastle Cinemas 37-Hour Film Challenge. From filming on iPhones to crafting a cardinal costume out of a clearance Handmaid’s Tale robe, the duo shares how the madness reignited their passion for storytelling and their commitment to finishing Z*Con.This one’s full of laughs, lessons, and lightbulb moments—including: What it felt like directing again after 12 years The unexpected therapy of a 48-hour film fest How Z*Con’s opening scene is evolving (and saving money) Indie horror inspiration, future gear upgrades, and chocolate pretzel-fueled filmmaking💥 Want to see the chaos as it happens? 👉 Join our Patreon for early access to live recordings, rough cuts, and more behind-the-scenes mayhem.🎧 Subscribe now. The story’s just getting good.Learn more about Big Damn Films by visiting: https://bigdamnentertainment.com.Want to see the chaos as it happens? 👉 Join our Patreon for early access to live recordings, rough cuts, and more behind-the-scenes mayhem: https://patreon.com/BigDamnFilmsFollow us on socials:Facebook: https://facebook.com/bigdamnfilmsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/BigDamnFilms/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigdamnfilmsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bigdamnfilmsEpisode Music by Zafer. Find him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/duende.zafer/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.