Set Tracker Podcast
by Kyle McCachen
Conversations with actors, filmmakers, artists, and entrepreneurs who refuse to wait for permission.Hosted by filmmaker and producer Kyle McCachen, Set Tracker explores the stories, setbacks, risks, and breakthroughs behind extraordinary careers in entertainment, media, and business.
Episodes
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Aml Ameen: Don’t Wait for Permission | Set Tracker Podcast Ep. 16
Aml Ameen joins Set Tracker for a full conversation about taking the leap before the industry gives you permission. Aml shares the story of paying his own way to America, hearing “no” from every agent meeting, flying home feeling like he had failed, and then getting the call that changed his...
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#15 Actress Sarah Dugdale on Directing and Actors: What Actually Helps Performance
In this episode of the Set Tracker Podcast, actress Sarah Dugdale (Virgin River, In the Shadow of the Moon) joins host Kyle Mccachen to talk about what actually helps — and hurts — a performance on set. Sarah and Kyle break down the director behaviours actors quietly dread, why over-directing…
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#14 Jordan Connor
Jordan Connor (Riverdale, Nurses) joins host Kyle McCachen to talk about his new actor community platform New Players LA—built to help performers train, connect, and thrive in the self-tape era. Jordan shares what he’s learned from 15 years around casting rooms and sets, why the gap between…
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#13 Anja Savcic
In this episode, actor Anja Savcic (Loudermilk, Big Sky, Ricky Stanicky) sits down with host Kyle McCachen for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on Set Tracker. Anja talks about the mindset actors need to survive in the industry: embracing rejection, staying a little “cracked,” and...
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#12 Jonathan Whitesell
Actor Jonathan Whitesell (The X-Files, Influencers, The Kill Team) joins filmmaker and host Kyle McCachen on the Set Tracker Behind the Scenes Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about craft, character, and emotional resilience. Jonathan opens up about his latest film Influencers — directed by...
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#11 Cassandra Naud
Cassandra Naud is an actress and producer known for the "Influencer "and “Influencers” franchise. She joins Set Tracker to talk about building a breakout indie film, crafting her character "CW" as a compelling villain, and the small-crew advantages that let you move fast, stay nimble, and capture...
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#10 Tony Tost, Writer/Director, Westerns, and the Art of Tension
In this episode of the Set Tracker Behind the Scenes Podcast, host Kyle McCachen talks with writer/director Tony Tost (Longmire, Damnation) about his debut feature film Americana, starring Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria, The White Lotus) and Paul Walter Hauser (Black Bird, Richard Jewell). Opening in...
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#9 Ava Maria Safai - Writer / Director
This episode features writer and director Ava Maria Safai, whose debut feature Foreigner premiered at Fantasia Festival and is making waves in the indie film world. A multi-hyphenate artist who began her creative journey in music, Ava shares her approach to building unforgettable characters,...
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#8 Mark O'Brien - Actor / Writer / Director
This episode features award-winning actor, writer and director Mark O’Brien (Arrival, The Righteous, Halt and Catch Fire), who shares candid lessons from set life, audition rooms, and the director’s chair. Hosted by filmmaker Kyle McCachen, the conversation dives into the realities of the film...
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#7 Dylan Playfair - Actor / Producer / Director
The charming and hilarious Dylan Playfair sat down with host Kyle McCachen to talk about what made him switch from his hockey roots to acting. Dylan made the jump and immediately found success as a lead in a horror movie before soon starring in Canada's most popular comedy show, Letterkenny. In...
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#6 Richard Harmon - Actor
The talented @richardsharmon sat down with Set Tracker’s @kylemccachen to share his insights on how to move forward as an actor in the unpredictable world of film and TV. A big thanks to Richard for sharing great advice on staying hungry and being humble in the business.
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#5 Christie Burke - Actress
What does it take to master the craft of acting? Let’s dive in with actress @christiemburke. From understanding the harsh realities of casting decisions to finding solace in the collaborative art of filmmaking, Christie's experiences in TV series such as Syfy’s “The Ark” and indie films such as...
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#5 Jen Araki Playfair - Director / Actress
What is it to be vulnerable? Jen Araki Playfair explores the vulnerability of performance from behind and in front of the camera. Jen Araki Playfair is a multi-talented force in entertainment. As an actress, model, and film director, Jen shares invaluable insights on eliciting the best…
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#4 Actress Jennifer Tong - The Art of Cinematic Impact
Dive into the dynamic realm of filmmaking with the latest episode of Behind the Scenes by Set Tracker! Actress Jennifer Tong, celebrated for her recent starring role in Netflix's 'Fakes,' engages in an in-depth conversation with host Kyle McCachen. Join us as Jennifer speaks about the challenges…
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#3 Brandon Christensen - Dive Into Horror
Dive into horror with Director Brandon Christensen with five feature film director credits in the horror genre to-date. Brandon takes you behind the scenes exploring the nuances of writing and directing successful horror films. Check out his most recent movie, ‘The Puppetman’ on AMC’s Shudder.…
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#2 Andy Hodgson - Cinematographer and Producer
Join us on an illuminating journey through the lens of cinematography as Andy Hodgson, a seasoned Cinematographer and Producer with over 150 credits on IMDb, sits down with host Kyle McCachen of Set Tracker. Together, they delve into the ever-evolving world of filmmaking, exploring the…
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#1 Ante Dekovic - Emmy-winning VFX Supervisor
Ante Dekovic is an Emmy-winning VFX supervisor, born in Croatia. Today we are sitting down with him to get his behind-the-scenes insights on how great movies are made. We will discuss how his career started as a kid, making skate videos, and progressed all the way to working with Hollywood's...
About this show
Conversations with actors, filmmakers, artists, and entrepreneurs who refuse to wait for permission.Hosted by filmmaker and producer Kyle McCachen, Set Tracker explores the stories, setbacks, risks, and breakthroughs behind extraordinary careers in entertainment, media, and business.
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