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Rynoryder’s Podcast
by Ryan McCoy
This is a place where I talk about the REAL struggles of being an independent filmmaker living in Los Angeles. I talk about Hollywood and the Studio system, and where I see the future of filmmaking going. I hope to inspire the next generation of filmmakers so they don’t fall into the same traps that I did.
Episodes
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Table Reading of the screenplay, "Butterflies", read by the Cast of the upcoming Independent Feature Film!!
Before we enter production tomorrow, December 11th, 2020, the cast assembled together for the second time, via Zoom, to do a table reading of the screenplay, "Butterflies", written by Ryan McCoy, directed by Kevin Van Stevenson, and adapted from the 2010 YA novel, "Party", written by Tom Leveen!...
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"FULL Script Analysis & Breakdown!!" - BUGS Acts 1& 2
Getting a little ansy, as I'm sure everyone else is feeling as well right now, so I decided to start something new! I'm going to be doing a FULL analysis and breakdown of some of my scripts. I've realized that the videos I've made where I get into details of my writing, people seem to enjoy, so...
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"Taking Things to the Next Level" - AVALON HOLLYWOOD - RynoRyder's Podcast - Ep. 037
In this vlog, I travel to my favorite part of LA, Hollywood, California! I have a friend performing at the WORLD FAMOUS, Avalon Hollywood where some of the best DJs in the music industry have performed. I came packing with three different cameras, my Canon 7D, BlackMagic Cinema, and my iPhone X....
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"The science behind a good story" - RynoRyder's Podcast - QUICK TAKES
I sat down with TV writer, Jon Veles, to talk about writing, the process, and what the motivation is to tell good stories. Jon's work can most recently be seen on the renewed season of "Fresh Off the Boat". Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and...
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"How to make your script stand out" - RynoRyder's Podcast - QUICK TAKES
This is a clip from the podcast show I recorded with screenwriter and instructor, Phil Eisner. Here, he talks about a "cheat" writers can use to help get the attention of a Hollywood script reader. Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He has written and produced two...
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"What it means to be an Independant Producer in the Entertainment Industry in 2019" - BONUS CONTENT - RynoRyder's Podcast
This is the audio from an article I wrote about the Origin Story of how my screenplay, "Apocalypse," went from script to graphic novel and why I decided to do it in the first place. I end the audio with my thoughts about how to and what it means to produce in the film/tv/entertainment industry…
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"A Lesson in How To Write a Compelling Screenplay" - RynoRyder's Vlog Ep. 034
Back to the whiteboard!! I'm doing some work on my most recent script and I came across what I thought was a teachable moment for any young/old/aspiring/established screenwriters and decided to whip out my iPhone and record a vlog just for you guys. Enjoy!! Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker...
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"My TOP FIVE Things I Have Going on RIGHT NOW!!!" - RynoRyder's Vlog Ep. 033
I've been head-down writing and grinding that I haven't posted a video in a while so I wanted to give you all an update with my TOP FIVE things that have the most "legs" right now. To purchase a copy of my book, "Black Angel"go to the Amazon link here:...
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BONUS CONTENT!! Script Meeting with Brazillian/American director, Kaya Verruno
I recently finished the first draft to send out to Brazillian/American director, Kaya Verruno, of a screenplay based on a pitch idea he had for an adventure story set in the northern jungles of Brazil. This was our first script meeting where he gave me notes on the script to take back and apply…
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"Self-Publishing Your Own Book" - An excerpt from my book, BLACK ANGEL: I'M BIPOLAR TOO. THIS IS MY STORY
Today marks the two-year anniversary of my mental breakdown that altered the course of my life forever. I wanted to do something special for my podcast listeners, so along with introducing my book and why I decided to write it and the significance of it coming out today, I also picked an excerpt...
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"Story vs. Spectacle" - Audio Commentary - Short Film, Apocalypse: The Student
Here's the audio commentary for my third Apocalypse short. As I explain in the video, I drew my inspiration for this one from director, Sam Mendes. I breakdown how quickly I work on the fly when I see what I want, only doing 1-2 takes for a shot. I compliment the very talented, Micah Parker on…
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"Trying to tell a story without a script." AUDIO COMMENTARY - Short Film, "The Drunk"
Here's another commentary for my short film, "Apocalypse: The Drunk." My purpose behind putting these pieces of content out is to give any insight and perspective to ANY aspiring filmmaker, artist, creative, just to let you know a bit about what goes through my head and the reasons behind the...
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"What it takes to be a writer in Hollywood" - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show 13.2
As you'll hear during the intro, I was going back through some of my old videos and realized that a podcast with my friend Jon Veles, something fucked up and it only posted about the first 25-ish seconds of the interview. SO, I found the raw video and audio and decided to re-post it for you all....
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"How to Make a Short Film w/ Zero Budget" - AUDIO COMMENTARY by Writer/Director Ryan McCoy
Been talking about doing these for a while now and finally decided to make one. Because I got such a good feedback about me posting the different audio commentaries for my feature film, EVIDENCE, I thought people could gain some value by me doing an audio/video commentary for each of my short…
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BONUS CONTENT!! Life Lessons for the Younger Generation - RynoRyder's Podcast RECAP
What you'll hear first is (after my sexy, raspy, stuffed up intro) is some audio ripped from one of my videos where an intern I had working for me last summer, Kai, wanted to ask me some questions about the industry and how I produced my first feature film. I think the questions are great and I...
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What's it like being on a Disney show? - RynoRyder's Podcast Show #18 w/ guest John Paul Green
I fucked up on the audio and a second camera for this podcast, but I HIGHLY recommend you all check this one out, featuring actor John Paul Green. JP (as he goes by) is most widely known for his role as Chuck McCoy in the acclaimed Disney Television show, "Austin & Ally". In this podcast, we dive...
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"Becoming an Independent Filmmaker," w/ guest Eric England - RynoRyder's Podcast Show #17
It's been a while since I got to record a podcast, but my guest for this week is a very talented writer and director, Eric England. Eric has directed SIX feature length films so far in his career. We sit and talk about what it was like for him growing up in Arkansas and having a passion for...
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BONUS CONTENT!! USC Chapter Talk - February 5th, 2018
This audio is from my first ever talk that I gave at the beginning of this year. I've become MUCH more comfortable talking and telling my story and talking with passion, but I was nervous as FUCK to give this talk. BUT, I swallowed any judgement and got up and did it. I definitely scared the…
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BONUS CONTENT!!! Audio Commentary by the stars of "Evidence," Abi and Ashley
About a week ago I posted the audio commentary I did for the feature film, "Evidence." People seemed to really enjoy it so I thought I would post the other commentary from the DVD extras that was done by the two stars of the film, Abigail Richie and Ashley Bracken! Theirs is definitely lighter in...
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FILMMAKING, DREAMING BIG, BIPOLAR - DreamMason Podcast 1.29.2018 - Alex Terranova w/Ryan McCoy
FLASHBACK FRIDAY!! This is the audio from a podcast interview I did earlier this year. Enjoy!! Ryan McCoy sits down for his first interview EVER! "The DreamMason," Alex Terranova interviews Ryan for his podcast from Ryan's home in Topanga, California. This is an in-depth look at the REAL…
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BONUS CONTENT!! Audio Commentary by Ryan McCoy from the Horror film, "Evidence"!
This is the audio ripped from the DVD extras of the audio commentary I did for the film's domestic release a few years back. I thought I'd post the audio on here for those of you who have seen the movie, will be able to follow along with the commentary. I made "Evidence" on a VERY...
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HOW TO BECOME A STUNTWOMAN OR STUNTMAN - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #16 - Unplugged
I'm digging our new format, but I'd love to hear it from you all! This, I feel, was a very amazing episode and I'm proud to share it with the world and I give ALL my love to those amazing women and men who work in the stunt community. God Bless! Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second,...
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ACTOR, MUSICIAN, CHASE COLEMAN - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #15 - UNPLUGGED
Happy 4th of July, everybody!! We're trying something a little different this week. We decided to go "Unplugged" on this week's podcast and I couldn't have had a better guest for it than actor/musician/friend, Chase Coleman. Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He…
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ENTREPRENUERSHIP, MOVING TO LA, NAVIGATING THE WATERS - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #14
Happy Hump Day!! This week's episode I sit down and talk with entreprenuer and all-around amazing dude, Pasquale Iannino. We talk about his recent move from Chicago to LA, his love and talent for doing Voice-Over, and his work as creative director for a digital media company. We also show some…
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ABC, TV, "Fresh Off the Boat" WRITER, JONATHAN VELES - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #13
This week I'm joined by talented writer and dear friend, Jon Veles. Jon is a writer for the TV sitcom, "Fresh Off the Boat." We discuss the current state of TV, how it all works, and why some shows are able to make it and others aren't. Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur...
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CONTENT MARKETING & BRANDING FOR DIGITAL MEDIA - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #12
This week, my guest is YouTuber, Kyle Brenza. We talk about navigating YouTube and other digital platforms, what practices have worked best for us and how you have to be able to adapt and stay consistant in content creation. Ryan McCoy is a writer first, filmmaker second, entrepreneur third. He…
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YUAN BROS., COMEDY, COMICS, RPGs & MOVIES - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #11
I had a great time meeting John and Matt Yuan! You all might best recognize them from the Seth Rogen movie, "Observe and Report," but John and Matt have been living and working in Hollywood for years. They've written a slew of successful comic books and have continued to pave out a career for...
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SCREENWRITING, PHIL EISNER "Event Horizon," FILM - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #10
WOW...! Did Phil Eisner and I bring FIRE on this one!! I knew this would be a good show because the topic was "Writing," and if you look at any of my bios, it says "Writer first..." Writing is the single-most thing I enjoy to do in life, and boy, did we talk deep about it. Phil Eisner is a...
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STORYBOARD GRAPHIC NOVELS, LIFE IN LA, PERSEVERENCE - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #9
This week's episode, I'm joined by author and writer, Steve Stern. Steve has been working in the world of comic books and graphic novels for decades now and recently launched a company called STORYBOARD GRAPHIC NOVELS, where he translates someone's screenplay into graphic novel/comic format, and...
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MUSIC IN FILM, COMPOSING, FEMALE COMPOSERS, NIKOLA ANTONUCCI - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #8
Very excited about the topic of this week's show and was joined by an AMAZINGLY talented musician, Nikola Antonucci. We sit and talk about movie scores, film scoring theory, songs used in movies, and the progression and combination of classical and industrial methods of creating a movie score.…
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ACTING, AUDITIONING, ABIGAIL RICHIE, FUTURE OF CASTING - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #7
A very special show this week because I was joined by my lovely, beautiful and extremely talented wife, Abigail Richie! We talk about acting, performances, casting, auditioning and the current state of actors and auditions and also what the future looks like for that industry. Abi is a film and...
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LEGION M, "BAD SAMARITAN", HOLLYWOOD, FUTURE OF FILM - RynoRyder's Podcast - The Word - Show #6
In this podcast, my guest is the very smart, very knowledgeable, Terri Lubaroff from the company, Legion M. Legion M partners with top Hollywood creators - from independent filmmakers to big Hollywood studios - to produce a slate of movies, TV, and digital content. Ryan McCoy is a writer first,...
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PODCAST, ACTING, FILMMAKING, MICAH PARKER - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #5
In this episode, I'm joined by actor, Micah Parker. He is known for his roles in The Vampire Diaries, Mob City and Wait. He and I sit down and discuss life in Hollywood, working in the industry and the WORK that it takes to put in if you want to be successful. Ryan McCoy is a writer first,...
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THE HOLLYWOOD STUDIO SYSTEM, CINEMA OF THE 70s, STORY- RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #4
In this episode, I'm joined again with Josh Boyer and also Toronto-based producer, Gordon Weiske. I apologize for the crummy audio in the beginning! We talk about the lack of great story-telling in the Hollywood studio system today compared to movies that were made only decades ago. I talk about...
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THE POWER OF CINEMA, FAVORITE FILMS, FUTURE OF THEATERS - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #3
n this show I am joined by a young entrepreneurial mind, Kevin Kalb. Kevin and I sit down and talk about some of our favorite movies and the connections we have to them. We talk about some of the best movies that have been made and what made them stand out. We also discuss watching a movie with…
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HOLLYWOOD CURTAIN, INSPIRE FILMMAKERS, DESTROY HOLLYWOOD - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #2
This episode I describe the term I use, "The Hollywood Curtain" and I talk about what I mean when I say I want to "destroy Hollywood." I believe Hollywood is no longer innovating and is in desperate need of it. I talk about pulling back that curtain to reveal Hollywood for what it is, a business...
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BIPOLAR, MENTAL HEALTH, MENTAL BREAKDOWN - RynoRyder's Podcast - Show #1
I suffered a massive mental breakdown and put the lives of my family in danger. I was diagnosed as having bipolar disorder and really hit the RESET button about knowing who I was for the last 36 years of my life. When I decided to start putting my message out to the world about what I experienced...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 41
Definitely my worst Anchor Podcast yet. I tried to force an episode today about “rain in cinema” of all things because I couldn’t think of any other topic and I give up halfway through it and admit it’s a bullshit piece of content. However, I still decided to publish it to let everyone know that...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 40
Made it to my forties!! In this episode, I talk about what to do if you are an independent producer, looking to finance a movie. How if you have connections to investors, you need to have your shit dialed in. Or, if you are self-financing, you have to work your fucking face off if you want it to...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 7
I introduce Josh Boyer to the Anchor app!! I introduce Josh and his URL so you can start listening to him as well. 👍🏻
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 9
Family & Friends episode. What do your family and friends say about you if you are pursuing a career as an independent filmmaker? How do you navigate the tough decisions and find the drive to keep moving forward.
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 1
My first Anchor Podcast, I explain a bit of personal experiences I’ve had as an independent filmmaker and talk about what the REAL struggles of being a filmmaker in Los Angeles are.
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 36
In this episode, I talk about the classics. How my work theory of watching at least one movie a day, and how recently I’ve been revisiting some of the older movies, because I’m finding their ability to tell story far beyond what we seem in mainstream releases today. Enjoy!
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 37
I try background music for the first time, make this one short and sweet, and talk about the game and how the saying, “Its chess, not checkers” in terms of getting ahead in whatever business that may be. Make your moves!
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 39
In this episode I talk about if you’re having difficulty coming up with a story, try putting restrictions on yourself like limiting the number of characters, or having the entire story take place in only one location, things like that. I’ve found that if you provide yourself set boundaries, and…
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 38
I welcome everyone back to my recordings. Had some issues with my phone but am all good and ready to rock now. 😊👍🏻. In this episode I talk about the movie THE FLORIDA PROJECT, my admiration and thoughts about writer/director/producer/editor, Sean Baker and then hopefully encourage you, if you...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 33
Episode 33! My Jesus episode! 😊 I stick with that theme and talk about the movie The Passion of the Christ. I give my thoughts about the film as a whole, explain why I make the comparison to that movie and Citizen Kane, and talk about the sequel and how it looks like the ball’s finally rolling...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 32
I stay specific with this episode and talk about the climax and final scene in the movie “The Last of the Mohicans.” I discuss how Michael Mann was able to build the story to have the A, B and C stories all climax not only at the same time, but the same event and space. It’s pretty remarkable to...
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 31
I feel like I’ve been going macro with my topics lately and wanted to talk about specific movies or scenes in movies that I find to be incredible. After all, this is a podcast about making movies, right?? In this episode, I talk about the movie, “The Mist.” Specifically the ending. If you have…
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Rynoryder’s Podcast - Ep. 30
I’m pretty sure I cut myself off at the end of this one. BUT, in this episode, I discuss the “auteur theory”. I site some examples of American Directors and how they might be deemed to be in this category, and then I completely debunk the theory, based on the many departments that are responsible...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a place where I talk about the REAL struggles of being an independent filmmaker living in Los Angeles. I talk about Hollywood and the Studio system, and where I see the future of filmmaking going. I hope to inspire the next generation of filmmakers so they don’t fall into the same traps that I did.
HOSTED BY
Ryan McCoy
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