Film Hustlers
by Roberts Media LLC
Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
Episodes
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Movie shot in under 1 week?! Producer Andrew van den Houten talks about his new film WILDCARDS
Send us Fan Mail The Film Hustlers sit down with producer and director Andrew van den Houten to talk real-world indie hustle, navigate industry shifts, and get movies made today. Andrew breaks down: The 4-Day Feature: The wild production model behind his courtroom thriller Wildcards (starring…
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🎬 From Prison Wine to Chateau de Ghetto! Hustlers break down PRUNO PEREZ
Send us Fan Mail 🎬 From Prison Wine to Chateau des Ghetto! 🍷👇 Ever wondered what happens when an ex-con prison-wine expert tries to become a high-end sommelier? In our latest episode of Film Hustlers, we break down the brand-new vertical short series, Pruno Perez! Mark, Rod, and Davy sit down…
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Hustlers talk about making a movie W/ Tony Danza & Mario Lopez! (Plus: AI Budgeting Hacks)
Send us Fan Mail We’re BACK in the studio to break down what really goes on behind the scenes of an indie movie set. From hanging out late-night with the legendary Tony Danza and Mario Lopez to navigating the chaos of production, flight layovers, and getting "on a sick one" (you'll see what we…
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Garrett Patten talks working with Matt Damon and his latest film with Adrian Grenier SELF CUSTODY
Send us Fan Mail THE Film Hustlers, sit down with actor, entrepreneur, and filmmaker Garrett Patton (TBK Productions) to talk about the reality of independent filmmaking. From a 15-year career in private equity to navigating union negotiations, tax credits, and the chaotic world of indie budgets,...
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"No Tax Incentives, No Movie." 🎬 (The Hard Truth About Modern Film Budgets) and MUCH more!
Send us Fan Mail If you think filmmaking is just about a good script and a camera, think again. Today, you literally cannot get a movie financed without mastering the tax credit game. On this episode, the Film Hustlers talk about state incentives. We also tackle major shifts in the entertainment...
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Indie Filmmakers get the truth from Clay Epstein - PART 2
Send us Fan Mail Clay Epstein drops distributor secrets every young filmmaker must hear on Part 2 of The Film Hustlers Podcast — The budget sweet spot, making a commercial calling card. The added value you need for indie success, and the new Nancy Joan Epstein CSUN “New Voices” scholarship. Hit...
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The Truth About FILM Distribution with Film Mode Entertainment's Clay Epstein 🎬
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, Film Hustlers! 🌍 If you’ve ever wondered if it’s actually worth raising a million bucks to make an independent movie, this is the one episode you cannot afford to miss. Veteran film distributor Clay Epstein (Founder of Film Mode Entertainment) pulls back the…
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$42 Billion + plus still on the table for linear
Send us Fan Mail Over $42 Billion is still on the table. Claim it? The business is shifting, but the money hasn't disappeared— On this episode of Film Hustlers, we’re breaking down the cable movie - 15 days, 10 locations, and 8 or so characters. High-concept hooks lift eyebrows. Let's talk about…
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Faith Meets the Film Hustle ft. Father Tom Gibbons 🎬✨
Send us Fan Mail We’re sitting down with Father Tom Gibbons, President of Paulist Productions, to discuss the "secret sauce" that has them collaborating with A-listers like Martin Sheen and Chris Pratt. We talk about their acclaimed anthology series, INSIGHT, which ran from 1960 to 1985 and won...
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Industry Veteran Jen Aguillon stops by to discuss the power of a YES and Being Positive
Send us Fan Mail Industry vet Jen Aguillon dropped by the Library Cigar Lounge to talk career longevity, the evolution of news, and why "hustling" is a core value. If you’re looking for a dose of positive energy and some real-talk advice on breaking into the biz, this is the episode for you.…
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Ann Lewis Roberts talks about YouTubers Disrupting Hollywood!
Send us Fan Mail The needle is moving faster than ever in the film industry. In this episode of Film Hustlers, host Mark Roberts, Rod "Tuddy" Rinks are joined by veteran exec and producer Ann Lewis Roberts to break down the radical shift from traditional gatekeepers to independent success. We…
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Secrets of a Production Designer with Robert Wise
Send us Fan Mail Production Design is often the "invisible" art of filmmaking, but Hustler Robert Wise explains that everything the camera sees is a result of his work. Join the Huslers as they dive into the high-stakes world of the Art Department. From his early days on the iconic Blink-182 "All...
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Top Gun Maverick's Tommy Harper teams up with Vertical's hottest star, Kasey Esser for LOVE UNDER FIRE
Send us Fan Mail On this Micro-Drama edition of Film Hustlers, we sit down with Hollywood heavyweight Tommy Harper, Producer behind Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible, Star Wars, and currently shooting Wednesday Season 3 in Ireland! and Kasey Esser, the "Brad Pitt of Verticals" with over 57...
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How to get noticed as an actor/creator. What does an agent look for?
Send us Fan Mail The Film Hustlers talk about the secrets to thriving in today’s film industry! Discover how the game has changed since the 90s and learn powerful networking strategies to catch the eye of agents. They discuss tips on securing funding and overcoming distribution hurdles, while…
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Film Hustlers S6 Premiere — Is syndication TV Dead? & Where is the MONEY Going?
Send us Fan Mail Film Hustlers — Season 6 (now with video) — is a fast-moving Podcast for filmmakers, creators, and anyone hustling in today’s shifting media landscape. Hosts Mark Roberts, Tuddy (Rod Rinks), and Davey Dave mix 30 years of indie filmmaking experience, industry news, practical…
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Veteran Producer Ann Lewis Roberts breaks down how creators win today and More!
Send us Fan Mail Ann Lewis Roberts explains how she climbed from intern to network leader and shares today’s creator playbook: get in the door any way you can, treat brands like studios, own and repurpose your content. YouTube, Verticles and MUCH MORE!! #FilmHustlers #CreatorPlaybook #Filmmaking...
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Russell Emanuel TALKS ExtremeMusic.com the BEST Music Library in the business
Send us Fan Mail Russell Emanuel — co‑founder and CEO of Extreme Music — joins Film Hustlers to unpack how he turned a dusty music library into a global, tech‑driven powerhouse that lets filmmakers instantly find, customize, and license premium cues without the Hollywood price tag. He explains…
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Can Film Tax Credits work for your film? And more!!
Send us Fan Mail Season 6 of Film Hustlers is HERE! — 🔥 No-fluff, state tax credits, Great tax credit states, auditing tax credits — and the exact moves to stretch your budget, protect investors, and actually finish your film. For indie filmmakers who want results. Tune in, level up, and make…
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Taking your shot at acting and stand up comedy, How Davie Dave made it work!
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an electrifying episode of Film Hustlers as we welcome our very own, the talented Davie Dave Morales! Dive into his journey through the worlds of Social Media, Comedy, and Acting, as he shares the behind-the-scenes stories of performing on stage and capturing the…
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Filmmaker John Schimke talks about the HUSTLE and his new film Where the Wind Blows
Send us Fan Mail From the trenches to the screen: John Schimke breaks down the high-stakes chess game of modern filmmaking and why the 'hustle' is the only real currency. He also talks about his new film Where the Wind Blows.
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Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli - from Soap Operas to Tulsa King
Send us Fan Mail This week, the multi-talented Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli, talks about his journey from Pro football to General Hospital to Tulsa King. #FilmHustlerPodcast #TheChristmasSpark #GuyNardulli #Filmmaking #Podcast #BehindTheScenes #FilmIndustry #Streaming #HollywoodHustle
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DAVID KENDALL from Cosby Spec to Growing Pains, iCarly and much more!
Send us Fan Mail Episode: David Kendall (writer/director/producer) — This week the Film Hustlers sit down with TV vet David Kendall (Growing Pains, Boy Meets World, iCarly, Hannah Montana) to unpack sixty-plus episodes, breaking into Hollywood with a spec script, and the real hustle of writing,...
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CONCRETE - From Street Hustles to Hollywood Dreams
Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Film Hustlers, we get real with Concrete — a true artist who’s been through the trenches. From losing everything in a theft to grinding behind the scenes in music, acting, and comedy, his story is about hustle, resilience, and never giving up. He tells us about his...
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Lets get ready to HUSTLE! Lock in your pitch, Don't get discouraged!
Send us Fan Mail Film Hustlers: Back to One: The Art of the Pitch & Making Your Money Back 🎬💰 🔥 The Hustle is Global! Mark, Tuddy, and Davie Dave are talking to hustlers worldwide! This week, we dive into The Pitch. How to practice your pitch until it's second nature (even with your wife!)…
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Dr. Tina Vartanian talks about LACHSA the #1 Public Arts High School in the nation
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers welcome Dr. Tina Vartanian, the principal of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)—widely considered the #1 public arts high school in the nation. In a candid, personal conversation, we dive into: How a school modeled after the movie Fame is…
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Ann Roberts talks Multi-Million Dollar Podcasts, Vodcasts & the YouTube Business
Send us Fan Mail Ann Roberts and the Hustlers discuss the resurgence of live TV, and the growing importance of YouTube and brand-funded content. They analyze the strategies of major players, such as Paramount+, Netflix, Apple, and Warner Bros., and explore opportunities for independent filmmakers...
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How Hustling brought the ultimate success to TV producer Gil Lopez
Send us Fan Mail 🎬 Exciting Episode Alert! 🎬 This week on the Film Hustler Podcast, we sit down with the unstoppable - Gil Lopez Hollywood producer, showrunner, and behind-the-scenes mastermind with nearly 30 years of experience! From starting out on Saved by the Bell - The New Class to...
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Let’s talk MOBISODES! AND much more!
Send us Fan Mail Dive in and unpack the shifting landscape of filmmaking, from tax incentives to the rise of short-form, mobile-friendly content like mobisodes and what the future holds for indie filmmakers in a rapidly evolving industry. Plus, the importance of smart content strategies, and how...
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How to Cast a name Star in Your $10,000 Movie!!
Send us Fan Mail How to cast a name STAR in your $10,000 Movie! AND special guest Eric Swanson talks about the heartbreak of getting his script idea stolen and turned into a hit movie.
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Mark and Scott Hoying talk New BOOK, New Music, PENTATONIX!
Send us Fan Mail Grammy-winning artist, actor, and producer Scott Hoying—best known as a founding member of the world renowned group Pentatonix—joins The Film Hustler Podcast alongside Scott's husband and creative partner Mark Hoying. Together, they talk about their love of music, songwriting…
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AI and beyond! and MUCH more!
Send us Fan Mail Hustlers git into AI Lots to discuss!
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Is the Film Industry failing? Is it going away? The Hustlers discuss
Send us Fan Mail Is the Film Industry failing?
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Composing for film and tv with Alex and Cesar Vega! From Mexico City
Send us Fan Mail Composing for film and tv with Alex and Cesar Vega! From Mexico City
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Hustlers are going to Hustle - Movies, Who's making them?
Send us Fan Mail Hustlers are going to Hustle - Movies, Who's making them?
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Adam Speigelman talks about his Journey - from Kimmel to Access Hollywood and beyond
Send us Fan Mail Adam Speigelman talks about his Journey - from Kimmel to Access Hollywood and beyond AND MUCH MORE!
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Film Hustlers talk with James Kirby about the impressive San Diego Short Film Festival and Much MORE!
Send us Fan Mail San Diego Short Film Festival founder James Kirby talks about the impressive format of the festival and indies are back! The Huslers discuss the stand-out Indies of 2024
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Ann Lewis Roberts talks about selling in todays Reality and Non Scripted Market.
Send us Fan Mail Ann Lewis Roberts talks about selling in todays Reality and Non Scripted Market.
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The Hustlers talk about distribution, high concept and much more!
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers talk about distribution, high concept and much more!
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The Hustlers hit San Diego Short Film Festival with Beautiful Darkness
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers hit San Diego Short Film Festival with Beautiful Darkness and Much More!!!
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Producer Tommy Harper talks Wednesday and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
Send us Fan Mail Producer Tommy Harper talks Wednesday and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and MUCH more!
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The Hustlers talk about Handshake deals with actors and not getting discouraged!
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers talk about Handshake deals with actors and not getting discouraged!
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The Hustlers talk about NOT being stopped on a low budget and much MORE!
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers talk about NOT being stopped on a low budget and much MORE!
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Shaniece Cole talks about her new Christmas Movie Role and balancing being a producer
Send us Fan Mail Shaniece Cole talk about her new role on Once Upon a Christmas Wish!
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Horace Priester talks about sacrificing everything to make his movies
Send us Fan Mail Filmmaker Horace Priester talks about sacrificing everything to make his movies AND much more!
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Film Hustlers chat with Hustler Mark Roberts from the set and much more
Send us Fan Mail Film Hustlers chat with Hustler Mark Roberts from the set and much more
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Kitt Hoover talks with the Hustlers about Access Hollywood, Road Rules and her new Pod Cast
Send us Fan Mail Kitt Hoover talks with the Hustlers about Access Hollywood, Road Rules, her new Pod Cast and being authentic
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The Hustlers talk movies and much more!!
Send us Fan Mail The Hustlers talk about movies and much more!
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Brian Herzlinger "MY DATE WITH DREW' talks Directing and meeting Steven Spielberg
Send us Fan Mail Brian Herzlinger "MY DATE WITH DREW' talks Directing and meeting Steven Spielberg - from the set of "MY GROWN UP CHRISTMAS WISH".
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Sam Haveland from the set of My Grown Up Christmas Wish, talks about being a 1st AD
Send us Fan Mail Sam Haveland talks about being an Assistant Director and his families legacy.
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Antwone Fisher drops by and talks screenwriting and much MORE!
Send us Fan Mail Antwone Fisher talks to the Hustlers about screenwriting and the struggle.
About this show
Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
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