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A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative Coach — 1000 episodes
The Reset Every Creator Needs
Story & Making Of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey (Full Spoilers)
Build Your Own Trusted Referral Network
Why Most Networking Events Fail
Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough (So Stop Trying to Fix Everything)
Build A Nest, Not A Bubble
The Advice Making Every Creator Sound the Same, Including YOU!
Turning Ideas Into Finished Projects: Work At The Speed Of Thought Like Robert Rodriguez
The Productivity Myth That Exhausts You
Stop Quitting When You Plateau
Turning Practice Into Mastery
The Leadership Trait We Ignore (Inspired By Cleo Wade’s Poem)
Never Ask For Advice This Way
Turning Rejection Into A Better Film - Vlog 7/7/26
World Cup Lessons Every Creative Needs
Stop Looking for Shortcuts: Why Experience Can't Be Replaced
Why I Ignore the Algorithm (And Won't Niche Down)
The 3 Slides Every Creative Pitch Deck Needs to Sell Your Project
Did We Completely Misunderstand Fight Club? | Book Club Discussion
Why Artists Need to Promote Old Work (And How to Do It Without Feeling Repetitive)
Billionaires Replaced the American Dream
If You're Broadcasting the World Cup... Show The F'ing World Cup
The Workplace Needs More Teachers
The Lie Behind "We All Have the Same 24 Hours" & Why Hustle Culture Ignores Reality
My Dream Isn't Just Making One Movie
How Indie Filmmakers Can Reach Actors, Studios & Decision Makers Without An Agent Or Manager
Are The Dominoes Finally Falling? The Arbiters Hits a Breakthrough Moment - Vlog 6/11/26
Best Media Sharing Tools for Creative Pros: Cloud-Native Virtual Drives Vs Traditional Cloud Storage
The Real Reason Creativity Is Declining
Writing: The Fastest Way to Clarify Your Vision
2026 FIFA World Cup Predictions: My Full Bracket, Upsets & Champion Pick (Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe)
A Creative Life: The Journey Of Phil Svitek (Filmmaker, Author, Podcaster, & 360 Creative Coach)
Resilience Is Reactive. Adaptability Is Proactive.
Inconvenience vs Emergency: A Mindset Shift That Reduces Stress
Why Letting Go of Clients Can Be Necessary
How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin | Book Club: Family Secrets & Small-Town Mysteries
When To Let Clients Go, Adaptability vs Resilience, True Emergencies, & Creative Joy - Vlog 5/25/26
Hard Things Are Easier Than You Think — Consistency Is The Real Challenge
Growth Starts With Questioning Yourself: The Art Of Changing Your Mind w/ Charles McCaughan
You’re Not Bad at Hiring People — You’re Just Rushing the Process
Why You Should ZIP Files Before Uploading to Google Drive
Weak Verbs Weaken Your Resume, Making You Sound Less Capable
Your Creative Notes Aren’t Objective (And That’s the Problem)
Networking Is BS (Unless You Understand This)
F Your Razzle Dazzle: Fake Success Is Killing Real Craft
The Problem with “Everything Happens for a Reason” (Why It Keeps You Stuck)
What’s Broken in Modern Podcasting (And How to Fix It)
How I’m Funding My Animated Film (The Real Strategy Behind The Arbiters) - 5/4/2026: Vlog
Why Switching Jobs Pays More Than Staying
Trust Your Vision (Even When No One Gets It) — Lessons from Thriller, The Matrix & Heart Talk
A Good Year by Peter Mayle | Book Club: Love, Mystery & the Unexpected Turns of Life
The Weight Of Making Art In A World On Fire - 4/13/2026: Vlog
Publicists: Your Podcast Pitches Are Terrible (Here’s Why)
Stop Volunteering Other People for Work (That You Won’t Do)
Stop Applying Blindly: How to Actually Land an Internship (That You Want)
From Snoopy to Storytelling: Rising Animator BB Yang on Breaking In & Creating Her Own World
You Don’t Need Better Boundaries—You Need Better Systems
The Lost Bookshop by The Lost Bookshop | Book Club: Healing, Identity & the Magic of Stories
How Fan Flowy Helps Artists Turn Followers Into Real Fans
Everyone Wants Success… But Not the Work
We Need to Talk About the BS We Normalize
Why Patience Might Be Your Biggest Advantage - 3/23/2026: Vlog
Vanity Metrics Are Killing Artist Growth
Artists Are Startups: The Mindset Shift Most Creators Need
Why Indie Artists Need to Build Local Before Going Global
Creating Social Clips in Descript: Solo vs Multicam Tutorial (What They Don’t Tell You)
The Real Blueprint for Indie Artist Success w/ Mark Roberge (Prospect Hill Band & Fan Flowy Founder)
You Don’t Need to Go Viral to Build a Real Audience
How Genevieve LeDoux Built Star Forest From One Simple Idea
The Truth About Creative Careers: Why No One Can Guarantee Success
Chloe Zhao (Nomadland, Hamnet) on Filmmaking, Failure, Working With Non-Actors & Living the Question
Discipline Will Take You Where Motivation Can’t
Concert Art Workflow Overview: Our Process for The Arbiters (Why We Go Chronologically)
The Work Isn’t Hard — It Just Takes Time
How to Get Adobe Cheaper Every Year (Just Ask) | The Wanger Show Clip
I’m Waiting for You and Other Stories by Kim Bo-young | Book Club: Love, Free Will & the Cosmos
Scream 7, Melissa Barrera & Free Palestine: Is Boycotting Enough?
AI CEOs: What Problem Are You Actually Solving?
The Fastest Way to Get Fired: Messing Up Objective Requirements
Cinando’s Website Got a Much-Needed Upgrade (And Why It Matters For Filmmakers)
MIFA Online: A New Way to Plug Into Annecy Festival Without the Travel
Stop Ruining Podcasts: Record Clean Audio (It’s 2026)
Why I Don’t Keep “Multiple Irons in the Fire” & Instead Self-Fund The Arbiters Progress
Business Side No One Sees & The Creator Rant I Didn’t Plan to Go On - 2/16/2026: Vlog
The Making of The Arbiters' Proof of Concept (For More Exclusives Visit Patreon.com/PhilSvitek)
Star Forest: Building a Transmedia Animated Band (and Staying Human in the Algorithm)
The Honeytraps Artists Fall Into (And Why They Feel Like Smart Choices)
Worldbuilding Backwards (On Purpose): How Story, Script, and Design Evolved Together
The Arbiters: Help Us Bring This Anime-Inspired Film to Life (Patreon.com/PhilSvitek)
What I’ve Been Reading Lately — Cozy Mysteries, Fantasy, Re-Reads & Why Reading Still Matters
Why Creating Art (and Choosing Joy) Is a Form of Resistance
The Phantom Tollbooth — Curiosity, Language & Escaping the Doldrums (Book Club)
Unreal on Netflix — What WWE’s Doc Reveals About Art, Illusion & Sacrifice (Season 2 Spoilers)
The Real Problem With the Oscars Isn’t Snubs — It’s Consensus
What the Gym Taught Me About Setting Better Goals
Welcome to The Arbiters (2D Animated Feature): Join the Journey At Patreon.com/PhilSvitek
Why I Love Documentaries About Process (And the Ones That Shaped Me)
Back to Work on The Arbiters: Doubt, Momentum, and Designing a Life Without Limits - 1/19/2026: Vlog
Why Your StreamYard Local Recording Never Finishes Uploading (And How to Fix It)
Originality Takes Endurance — AI Tempts Us to Skip It
Justice Without Barbarism: The Quiet Lesson of Nuremberg
Be the Author of Your Life (Not the Editor)
Monetized Dysfunction: Why Broken Systems Keep Profiting (Zohran Mamdani Term)
What a Netflix–Warner Bros Deal Could Mean for Physical Media
Seeing People at Their Highest: A Socratic Practice for Divided Times
Two Questions That Create Better Conversations (For Kids and Adults) - Advice From Dr. Organic Mommy
What 2025 Taught Me And How I’m Approaching 2026 - 1/1/2026: Vlog
Films of 2025 I Can’t Stop Thinking About
Annecy FAQ: Answers for First-Timers (Badges, MIFA, Travel, Lodging, Etc)
Annecy Festival for First-Timers: What to Expect (Day-by-Day Guide + MIFA Tips)
“I Am Wrong” Is One Of The Most Liberating Sentences Ever
Living the Examined Life: A Socratic Inquiry into Agnes Callard’s Open Socrates with Chuck McCaughan
Between Worlds: Soukaina Alaoui El Hassani on Craft, Culture & Creative Agency
Cozy Fantasy 101 — Emily Krempholtz on the Genre’s Magic
How to Start a Book Club — Emily Krempholtz’s Simple, Fun Approach
The AI Hype Cycle: Why I’m Not Rushing to Adopt (And Maybe You Don’t Need To Either)
Ghostwriter to Novelist: Emily Krempholtz on Crafting Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore
Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore — Redemption, Romance & Cozy Fantasy (Book Club)
A Full November: Summits, Celebrations, Seattle, and The Arbiters’ Next Steps - 12/8/2025: Vlog
Stop Sharing Folders Before They’re Uploaded: A Small Habit That Saves Big Headaches
The Hidden Costs of Development: What Filmmakers Don’t See Coming
Exile and the Kingdom by Albert Camus: Isolation, Revolt, Search for Meaning (Bookmarked: Book Club)
The #1 Thing Ruining Panels & How To Fix It
Easiest Way to Password Protect a WordPress Page
How I Finally Cleaned Up My Messy Google Drive (Step-By-Step Method)
Inside the World Animation Summit: Why It’s One of the Best Events for Creators
The Real Key to Growth Podcast Growth: Stop Overthinking Small Details
Keep Going: The Quiet Power of Perseverance When Progress Feels Invisible
What I Really Want for My Birthday (and How You Can Help Make It Happen)
Money & Momentum: From Film Financing to Real-World Frustrations - 11/3/2025: Vlog
Animal Farm by George Orwell - Power, Propaganda, and Why It Still Hits Today (Bookmarked: Book Club)
Exploring “Brida” by Paulo Coelho – Destiny, Duality, and the Courage to Choose (Bookmarked: A Monthly Book Club)
Long Story Short Season 1 Spoiler Talk: Family, Memory & Compassion in Raphael Bob-Waksberg’s Series
Biggest Difference: Short Films Are About Events — Features Are About Arcs
Settling Back In: New Apartment, Comic Con Recap, & Supporting The Philippines - 10/22/2025: Vlog
Simple Trick to Quiet Any Crowd - Julie Ann Crommett’s Brilliant “Clap If You Can Hear Me” Method
YouTube’s Biggest Growth Tool Yet: How to Use the Collaborations Feature to Reach New Audiences
Why Nobody Says “No” Anymore — And What It’s Costing Us
Stop Chasing Perfection — Deliver Consistently or Fall Behind Because Consistency Trumps Talent
Indie Anime Meets Industry: The Bold Journey Behind The Arbiters (LA Comic Con 2025)
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer (Bookmarked: A Monthly Book Club)
Utilizing Scene Edit Detection in Premiere Pro: Tutorial For A Smarter Workflow
Make the Minutes Make Sense: Choose the Short Film Length That Serves Your Goal
5 Minute Film School Q&A at Silicon Beach Film Festival
Pause with Purpose: Reprioritize to Progress - 9/15/2025: Vlog
LA Comic Con Panel Announcement: Indie Anime Meets Industry – The Bold Journey Behind The Arbiters
Turn Motivation Into Self Discipline
My Step-by-Step Storyboarding Process (For Remote Collaboration)
Stop Saying “No Rush”: Why Clear Deadlines Matter
Ne Zha 2 Spoiler Talk: Animation & Box Office Milestones with Demetri Panos & Marisa Serafini
Directed By James Burrows by James Burrows (Bookmarked: A Monthly Book Club)
Stop Offloading Responsibility: Local Action as the Path to Global Change
Five Minute Film School – Screening at Silicon Beach Film Festival
Relay (Starring Riz Ahmed & Lily James) – A Smart, Tense Whistleblower Thriller
The Glassworker – Pakistan’s First Hand-Drawn Animated Feature, Full of Old-School Charm
From Paperwork to Possibility: Annecy + Financing Updates - 8/25/2025: Vlog
From Classroom to Change-Maker: Hallie Schmeling On Her Initiative "Regulate 2 Educate"
Why TMNT Fans Should Watch Turtle Power: The Definitive History of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Anticipation, Preparation, Execution: Stop Wasting Big Opportunities
Tips To Time An Animatic Properly
Take Advice from Doers, Not Talkers - 8/12/2025: Vlog
Don't Play Small—Make the Work You Were Born to Make
Why Every Freelancer Needs a Contract Template (And What It Says If a Client Doesn’t)
Anime I Recommend: My Favorite Films That Left a Mark
Why You Need a Blackbook: Protect Your Passwords, Projects, and Peace of Mind
Go Big and Go Home: What Alison Levine Teaches Us About Creative Bravery
Map It Out: The Surprisingly Smart Way to Choose Where to Live In A City
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (Bookmarked: A Monthly Book Club)
Inside The Reckoning of Roku: Avatar Talk with Author Randy Ribay
The Life of Chuck Spoiler Breakdown: Grief, Joy, and the End of the World
This Is Not an Emergency (You're Just Used to Access)
Freelancing Without a Paycheck: Surviving the In-Between
Behind the Reel: Phil Svitek’s 20-Year Creative Journey (Live Q&A)
20 Years of Creativity: The Reel Story of Phil Svitek
What Really Goes Into an Animated Film? | Animation Pipeline Overview with Pramita Mukherjee
Trusting the Timing: A Manifestation Exercise for Creatives with Susan K. Wehrley
Halfway Through 2025: Creative Progress, Life Transitions & What's Next - 7/1/2025: Vlog
The Reckoning of Roku — Avatar, Betrayal & Spiritual Power (Book Club Discussion)
Filter Your Clients (and Your Time) Like It Matters—Because It Does
Being Great at Your Job ≠ Being Ready for Clients
Promote What You Love (Not What You Hate) – Build Culture, Not Noise
Storyboard Pro Secrets from Annecy Festival: Toon Boom Tutorial with Alexander Matthews
The Truth Hurts (And Heals): A Crash Course in Inner Work with Charles McCaughan
Annecy Approaches Plus My Secret Doc - 6/4/2025: Vlog
Try Anyway: The Power of "Even Though"
Why Referring Someone Else Can Be Your Power Move
It’s Not You vs. Them—It’s You and Them vs. the Problem
1984 by George Orwell – How a Dystopian Classic Still Hits Hard Today
Why Wong Kar Wai Is One of the Most Influential Directors of Our Time (And Where to Start Watching)
Launch a Video Podcast for Cheap (Without Burning Out or Going Broke)
The Underrated Power Tool in Your Podcasting Toolbox
The Eulogy Exercise That Can Redefine Your Life
The Screenwriting Trick That Changed How I Write Scenes
My Travel Packing Method (That Keeps Me Sane Every Time)
Patreon Now Lets You Sell Individual Posts — Here's Why That’s a Game Changer
How I'm Navigating the Annecy Animation Festival (and Why You Might Want to Go)
Muscle Testing, Core Beliefs & Psycho Energetic Transformation with Charles McCaughan
How Tech "Innovation" Broke Sustainable Industries | The Hidden Cost We’re All Paying
Discovering Freedom, Legacy, and Identity | Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison | Book Club Deep Dive
Manifesting Wins by Doing the Work – Arbiters Prep & Annecy Plans - 4/25/2025: Vlog
From Kolkata to Hollywood: Pramita Mukherjee on Surviving AND Thriving in Animation
True and False Magic by Phil Stutz Came at the Perfect Time – My Go-To Book Recommendation Lately
The Big Ideas from Robert McKee’s STORY: What Every Writer Must Know
Manifestation, Consciousness & Staying Aligned with Susan K. Wehrley
A Year of Transition: Deadlines, Burnout, and the Process - 4/7/2025: Vlog
What Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Taught Me About Filmmaking
The Artist’s Real Job: Show Up Consistently or Stay an Amateur
Quick Tip: The Easiest Way to Share Tons of Data Remotely
Bud Rebel on Filmmaking Hustle, Creative Discipline, and Building a Personal Brand
Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up – A Hilarious & Heartfelt Book Club Chat
Build Buzz Before Your Project Drops – Using Public Events to Engage Early
Stop Comparing Yourself to a Myth: You're Not Falling Behind
How to Make Job Platforms Like Upwork and Fiverr Fairer for Everyone (Clients & Freelancers)
Hollywood's Failing Filmmakers—Here’s How Robert Rodriguez & The Duplass Bros Are Beating the System
How Animation Can Change Lives: Toby Cochran on LUKi & the Lights & Indie Filmmaking
The Long Game of Art: Why Slow and Steady Wins the Race - 3/17/2025: Vlog
The Hidden Costs of Layoffs: Why Cutting Jobs Hurts Companies in the Long Run
A Quick Guide to Film Markets: When, Why & How to Attend
Unlocking the Power of Manifestation with Susan K. Wehrley
The Greatest Gift: Presence in the Age of Distraction
Reviving Apprenticeships: Passing the Torch in the Arts
Embracing the Indie Film Lifer Mentality: Knowing Our Worth and Shaping the Industry
Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones (Monthly Book Club Discussion)
You Never Master Art—You Master the Process of Discovery (Insight From Gene Wolfe)
Ditch KPIs—Real Impact Can’t Be Measured
Ne Zha 2 Smashes Records! What Filmmakers Must Learn About Global Markets
Should You Ever Work for Free? The Truth About Unpaid Work in the Creative Industry
Stop Writing Weak Emails! 10 Pro Tips for Clearer, More Effective Communication
Being Bold, Reviving Projects & Truths on Sponsorships & Boundaries - 2/17/2025: Vlog
Indie Filmmakers: Stop Thinking Small! Here’s How to Go Big on a Budget
Stop Playing the Gatekeepers’ Game – How Artists Can Thrive on Their Own
Working the Grammys, Recutting Our Trailer, and a Dream Actor?! - 2/9/2025: Vlog
My Mobile Work Setup: Going Beyond the Laptop Life
Define Your Dream Job: A Simple Exercise to Get You Started
What You Don’t Give to Love, You Give to Fear: A Life-Changing Perspective
Breaking the Mold: Why Mindless Rule-Following Doesn’t Work for Everyone
The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride by Joe Siple (Book Club Discussion)
Mandate: Every American Should Visit All 50 States
Uncertainty Is the Certainty: Life-Changing Wisdom from Dr. Ellen Langer
Creative Funding, Clickbait Pitfalls, and Building a Legacy - 1/27/2025: Vlog
Breaking Down Bernard Meltzer’s Timeless Advice: Why It’s More Vital Than Ever
Building Your Local Community: The Key to Support and Growth
FreeFileSync Overview: The Ultimate Tool for File Management
Charles Bukowski’s Dinosauria, We: A Warning for Humanity
Surviving the LA Wildfires: My Experience, Reflections, and Moving Forward - 1/18/2025: Vlog
Why I’m Choosing to Shop Local & How You Can Support Your Community
My Reflections on 2024 & New Year Intentions - 1/6/2025: Vlog
Deepen Your Friendships: Simon Sinek’s 8-Minute Friend Concept
How to Restore Chrome Tabs After Accidentally Closing
Top 10 Movies of 2024
Book Club Discussion: Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton
Anticipating Client Needs: How Offering Options Saves Time
The Power of Weekly Task Lists: Staying Aligned and Accountable
Lessons from the American Film Market Pitch Competition: How to Master Your 2-Minute Film Pitch
How to Fix Missing Thumbnails in Smash Balloon’s Feeds for YouTube Plugin (WordPress Tutorial)
Building a Career: The Power of Starting Small and Thinking Long-Term
Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West (Gregory Maguire) In-Depth Book Discussion
Understanding the Animation Pipeline: Why It Matters & How I Built Mine
Films Coming in December 2024 That I’m Looking Forward To (Non-Blockbusters)
Designing Posters for The Arbiters: Behind the Scenes | LA Comic Con Panel
Producing Animation vs. Live Action: Key Differences | LA Comic Con Panel
Essential Tips for Animation Project Managers | LA Comic Con Panel
Why Floor Plans Are Essential for Animation Scenes | LA Comic Con
Do You Need College for a Career in Animation? | LA Comic Con Panel
Where Animation Stands Today | LA Comic Con Panel
What Qualities Make You Want To Become Part Of A Project? | LA Comic Con Panel
World-Building Tips for Animation | LA Comic Con Panel
Can You Be an Animator from Anywhere? | LA Comic Con Panel
The Power of Sound Design & Music in Animation | LA Comic Con Panel
Voice Acting Tips for Animation: Offering a Menu of Options | LA Comic Con
Inside Our Storyboard Process for Animation | LA Comic Con Panel
How to Find Your Dream Team | LA Comic Con Panel
Essential Pitch Materials for Your Animation Project | LA Comic Con Panel
Why Fundraise for a Proof of Concept? | LA Comic Con Panel
My Experience Of The American Film Market 2024 & Animation World Summit - 11/13/2024: Vlog
Near To The Wild Heart (Clarice Lispector) In-Depth Book Discussion
Building Creative Momentum: Moving Forward One Small Step at a Time
The Power of Saying No: Knowing When to Step Back Even if You Can Help
You Can’t Control The Outcome, But You Can Control The Outreach
Reputation as Currency: 10 Key Benefits of Building a Strong Reputation
How to Insert a Letterhead in Word: Step-by-Step Guide
Reign Series Finale Recap w/Adelaide Kane & Cast (AfterBuzz TV Repost)
Behind the Scenes of LA Comic Con, AFM Prep & Our First Table Read - 10/15/2024: Vlog
Stop Saying "Busy" – Here's Why "Productive" Is Better!
Sharknado & Beyond: Thunder Levin Interview (Popcorn Talk Repost)
Organize Your Animation Workflow: Free Downloadable Animation Process Worksheet
Exploring Animation Styles & A Deep Dive into the 2D Animation Process
The Film Animation Process: From Concept To Screen (LA Comic Con 2024 Panel)
The Burning God - Book 3 of The Poppy War Trilogy (RF Kuang) In-Depth Book Discussion
The Midnight Library (Matt Haig) In-Depth Book Discussion
Noel Fisher Interview on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & His Hollywood Journey (Popcorn Talk Repost)
Untold Struggles of Artists & Why It Took Over a Year to “Draft” My Script - 9/24/2024: Vlog
Revenge Series Finale Breakdown with Nick Wechsler (AfterBuzz TV Repost)
Why Framing Matters More Than Lighting for Filmmakers
Making Deadlines & Comic Con Prep - 9/16/2024: Vlog
Inside the Making of TNT’s Public Morals w/Creator Edward Burns (AfterBuzz TV Repost)
Avoid Bad Seats! How AViewFromMySeat.com Helps You Pick Spots
How to Create Gmail Templates & Boost Your Email Efficiency!
Budgeting Our Animated Film, Comic Con Prep, & New Adventures - 9/9/2024: Vlog
Tara Reid Talks Sharknado Series & Life in the Spotlight (Repost from Popcorn Talk Network)
Upwork’s Team Collaboration Flaw: Why Full Access Can Be a Problem and How to Work Around It
2,394 Days To Go: Measuring Commitment by the Day Count - 9/2/2024: Vlog
Reposting "X-Men: Days of Future Past" w/ Editor & Composer John Ottman (Originally On Popcorn Talk)
The Dragon Republic - Book 2 of The Poppy War Trilogy (RF Kuang) In-Depth Book Discussion
Elder Race (Adrian Tchaikovsky) In-Depth Book Discussion
My Interview with Jerry Ferrara (Originally Aired On The “Popcorn Talk Network”)
"Don't Forget Me When You're Famous" Is A Terrible Phrase...
Overcoming the Hardest Part of Writing: Just Sit Down and Do It
The Art of Cinema Verite: Capturing Compelling Perspectives in Fiction and Documentary Filmmaking
Hook Your Audience With The 3 Minute Pitch
The Pitfall of Controlling Leadership: Trusting Your Team Matters
Think Like the Rich: Funding Creative Projects Without Going Broke (Advice From Lauren LoGrasso)
The Beach (Alex Garland) In-Depth Book Discussion
Genuine Recommendations: Why I Share Products That Help Me
What Are Your Charters? - A Powerful Question from Therapy
The Smartest Decision I Ever Made: Just Keep Going
Navigating Life's Chaos as an Indie Artist - 7/19/2024: Vlog
Waking Up vs. Growing Up: Gaining Awareness and Doing the Work to Heal and Mature
New Gmail Feature: Effortlessly Share Your Availability and Book Meetings
Treasure (Clive Cussler's Dirk Pitt Adventure Novel) In-Depth Book Discussion
Writer's Retreat Recap, Film Market Prep, and Creative & Political Norms - 6/24/2024: Vlog
Why Complex Texts & Emails Deserve a Phone Call
Unlock Free Film Distribution & Marketing Tips with Seed & Spark's Playbook
Animation Progress, Writing Retreats, and Film Insights - 6/17/2024: Vlog
Mastering Audio Stems: Efficient Post-Picture Lock Editing in Film
Streamline Your Collaborative Projects: A Barebones Checklist for Success
The Decline in Quality
Juggling Deadlines, Storyboards, and New Adventures - 6/10/2024: Vlog
Tip For Writers In The Revision Phase
Editing Principles To Get You Started
Resources for Mood Boards, Pitch Decks, Etc
Have A Clear Vision For Your Projects
An Email Signature To Set Boundaries & Promote Healthy Communication
On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous (Ocean Vuong) In-Depth Book Discussion
Expanding Our View of Productivity
Archiving Projects from Descript
The Power of Floorplans for Filmmakers
Unlocking Creativity: The Power of Writing Fan Fiction
Beyond Confirmation Bias: The Art of Open-Minded Conversation
Rough Cuts, Investing, & Entitlement - 5/9/2024: Vlog
The Case Against Scalability: Embracing the Value of Personalized Service
Elation On Two Fronts - 5/1/2024: Vlog
The Absolutely True Diary Of A Part-Time Indian (Sherman Alexie) In-Depth Book Discussion
Streamlining Screenwriting: A Deep Dive Into Collaborating On WriterDuet
Diving Deep Into The Nuances Of Mike Black's Million Dollar Comeback Project
Act Like An Owner
The Foundation Comes First
From Showcases to Scripts - 4/15/2024: Vlog
Counting Down To The Shoot - 4/11/2024: Vlog
Why You Need a Contract with Freelancers
First-Time Transfers: Why Sending Small is Smart
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH: Full Spoiler Narrative Discussion & Deep Dive
Balancing the Books of Life: Budgeting Your Energy Alongside Your Money and Time
What Happens When Life Is Different Than What We Dreamed Of When We Were Younger
What To Keep In Mind When It Comes To Film Crowdfunding...
There You'll Find Me (Jenny B. Jones) In-Depth Book Discussion
Examining & Reflecting On The "Quiet On Set" Documentary Series
Crowdfund's Over... Now What??? - 3/25/2024: Vlog
Advice On How To Maintain Friendships
Managing A Crowdfund While Making Progress - 3/20/2024: Vlog
Let Go Of Anger & Stress Through Grace
What To Look Out For In Freelancer Contracts
Can You Have One Dream Too Many? Interview w/Filmmaker Kristen Elizabeth Snyder
Investing in Learning: How Tim Ferriss' Philosophy Inspired My First Feature Film & Can Help You Too
Commit: Eliminate Decision Fatigue & Embrace Productivity!
Harnessing Horse-Assisted Leadership: Insights for Effective Communication
Working w/Actors & Script Revisions - 2/28/2024: Vlog
Cut Down Costs On Your Indie Film By Crowdsourcing!
This Earth Of Mankind (Pramoedya Ananta Toer) In-Depth Book Discussion
Advice To Any Filmmaker Out There!
Unlocking Adobe Illustrator's Hidden Power: Working with PDFs
Master Your Email: Achieving Inbox Zero with Gmail Management Tips
The Arbiters Crowdfund
How To Find Used & Unused Clips In An Adobe Premiere Pro Project
Into The Thick Of It! (Development On Animated Film Underway) - 2/12/2024: Vlog
Hydration Hack - How To Quench Your Thirst!
Fixing Your Lavs' Sound (Without Breaking the Bank)
Prioritize Your Life & Everything Else Will Fall Into Place
If You’re In Entertainment, You Need A Lawyer
Anxious People (Fredrik Backman) In-Depth Book Discussion
Be Magnanimous
Rick Rubin's Creative Wisdom: Put the Audience Last in Art
Why I Avoid Crowdfund Platforms With Minimums
Cinematic Mastery on a Budget: Interview with Cinematographer AJ Young on "Always, Lola"
Covid Hit Me Hard - 1/15/2024: Vlog
Processing 2023 & Looking Ahead - 1/2/2024: Vlog
Looking To Start The New Year Off On The Right Foot?
My Top 10 Movies of 2023!
Make Sure To Process The Year Before Heading Into A New One
The Rise of Joke Endings: Examining the Trend in Movies | Are We Too Cynical for Sincerity?
Why Artists Should Focus on Assets, Not Career Ladders
Stop Asking, Start Executing: Gary Vee's Game-Changing Advice Explained
Why "I Don't Know" Is Your Superpower: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs
Thinking Outside the Box: Creative Solutions for Real-World Impact
Most People Don't Want To Be Entrepreneurs
Redefining Corporate Equality: Why CEO Pay Should Only Be 10% Higher | The Workplace Revolution
Skipping Christmas (John Grisham) In-Depth Book Discussion
Navigating the Artist's Reality: Crafting Your Own Path to Success
Always, Lola Making Of Interview With Writer/Director Jeffrey Crane Graham & Actress Candice Cruz
Film Credits Count Towards Your Movie's Runtime
A Creative And Reflective Medley - 12/5/2023: Vlog
Unleashing Creativity: Indie Filmmaking, AI, and Emerging Tech | Comic Con LA 2023
Read And Read Widely
Discipline And Inspiration Aren’t Mutually Exclusive
Embrace The Magic Of Ma Moments
Art Is Observation
The Legend Of Bagger Vance (Steven Pressfield) In-Depth Book Discussion
Remember Love During the Holidays: Poetry from Cleo Wade
Seeking Wisdom from Practitioners: A Creative Approach
Script Progress, Long Drives, and Embracing Growth - 11/14/2023: Vlog
Finding Solace in Art: Exploring Charles Bukowski’s 'Dinosauria We
Suffering and Enlightenment: The Melodrama of the World and Our Individual Responsibility
It Was Over Before It Even Began… - 11/8/2023: Vlog
Navigating Year-End Client Demands: Strategies for Efficient Workload Management
The Last 20% Syndrome: Overcoming the Final Hurdle in Artistic Projects
Maximizing Google Chrome’s Efficiency: Selecting Which Tabs To Prevent From “Sleeping”
Web Design Step 5: Keeping Your Site Alive & Thriving | Website Development Tutorial
Mastering Dialogue Depth: Crafting Compelling Conversations in Writing (Novels & Screenplays)
Script Progress, Series vs. Movie, Documentary Consultation, & More - 10/30/2023: Vlog
Mastering Lavalier Microphone Placement: A Quick Guide for Crystal-Clear Voice Recording
Web Design Step 4: Taking Your Website to the Finish Line | Website Development Tutorial
Stranger With My Face (Lois Duncan) In-Depth Book Discussion
Juggling Work and Website Revamp: The Final Push - 10/23/2023: Vlog
Converting PDF Bank Statements to Excel For Easier Budgeting
Outline Finished, Goop's 15th Anniversary, Cleo Wade Book Tour & More! - 10/17/2023: Vlog
Unlocking the Power of Testimonials for Artists | Building Your Brand
Web Design Step 3: Polishing Your Website for Visual Excellence | Website Development Tutorial
Why Creatives Should Join Substack Today!
Why Physical Media Is Superior: The Reality of Digital Ownership
The Difficult Path to Enlightenment: Embracing Honesty and Facing Your Darkness
1k Subs, Self Promotion Ideas, Financial Realities & Global Issues In Politics - 10/9/2023: Vlog
Editing Podcasts and Videos: The Pros and Cons of Staying Ahead
Why Artists & Content Creators Need Their Own Website: 10 Key Benefits
Website Progress, Patreon Updates, Suzume, AI in Art, Tiesto & More Adventures - 10/3/2023: Vlog
Web Design Step 2: Bringing Your Ideas to Life | Website Development Tutorial
Overcoming Analysis Paralysis: Make the Decision Right for You
IMAX Dreams, Website Revamp, and Enlightenment - 9/27/2023: Vlog
First Step To Building a Website - Website Outline Tutorial
Hocus Pocus & The All-New Sequel (AW Jantha) In-Depth Book Discussion
Why Buying YouTube Views Is a Terrible Idea: 10 Compelling Reasons to Avoid It!
Covering vs Shooting a Scene: Insights from Team Deakins’ Bill Hader Episode & My Filmmaking Journey
Re-Outlining My Film Project and Rediscovering Art - 9/18/2023: Vlog
You Can Either Learn It And Do It Yourself Or You Can Pay Someone To Do It For You
Don't Fear Change, Find Your Place Within Change (Ken Napzok Quote)
Why Indie Artists Should Default To Self Publishing Their Book Or Self Distributing Their Movie, Etc
How To Fix Your TV If It's Crackling (Picture Flashes & Makes Spark Noises)
Defining Benchmarks & Making Steady Progress - 9/11/2023: Vlog
Keeping Up With An Ever Evolving Industry
Sometimes You Have To Move On From A Job Or Client And Leave Yourself Open To New Opportunities
Ava DuVernay Makes A Solid Argument That Every Filmmaker Should Watch Dailies With Their Cast & Crew
Without Learning The Craft, AI Tools Won't Help You
Don't Wait To Renew Your Passport
Stop Focusing On Monetizing Your Audience!
How To Collaborate With Others On Descript For Podcast Production
Prodigal Summer (Barbara Kingsolver) In-Depth Book Discussion
5 Tips For Every Writer - Keynote Speech from The 2023 Los Angeles Screenwriting Competition
How Climate Change Affects Our Technology
The Nuances & Differences Between Audio And Video "Podcasts"
My Foster Journey - 8/14/2023: Vlog
Creating "Ma" Moments To Connect With Your Audience (Hayao Miyazaki Advice)
Character-Centric Revision Technique For Storytellers
How To Build Community Around A Shared Love Of Books (Advice From Casper Ter Kuile)
No Is A Full Sentence (Advice From The Olsen Sisters)
What To Consider When Starting A Podcast
Benefits Of A Consistent Sleep Schedule
Imagining Argentina (Lawrence Thornton's Dirty War Novel) In-Depth Book Discussion
Project Greenlight: A New Generation w/ Issa Rae & Meko Winbush's Gray Matter (Spoiler Discussion)
My Recent Reiki Experience (with Grace Hancock)
What's The Alternative? — A Question To Combat Inaction
Exploring Season 2 Of Hulu's The Bear (Spoilers)
The Acronym of L.O.V.E.
Solvang Vacation, Dog Training My Foster, & Primary Jobs To Fund Your Creativity - 7/11/2023: Vlog
Filmmakers Promoting Other Filmmakers' Films?
How To Better Retain Info You Read In Books
Testing Ideas Cheaply, Fostering A Dog, Screen X, Matt Reeves On Team Deakins - 7/5/2023: Vlog
Always Redo The Start Of Any Voice Over/ADR Recording At The End Of The Session
Nisa Ahmad Interview: Recession Tactics, The State of Hollywood, Artificial Intelligence & More
The Power Of Friendship - 6/27/2023: Vlog
You, Me, U.S. (Brigitte Bautista) In-Depth Book Discussion
Don't Let Things Linger... Take Care Of Things Right Away!
Script Rewrites Continue, GRAMMYs Event, Radical Responsibility, AI Tools & More - 6/19/2023: Vlog
Story/Character Beat Sheet To Track Plot Threads & Motivations
Flim.ai - The Screenshot Search Engine For Creatives (Not An Ad)
Rethinking Film Distribution For Indie Filmmakers
Repost Old Work!
Visiting Chicago, Ava Max & More - 6/7/2023: Vlog
Let Go Of Any Entitlement And Enjoy The Creative Journey
Must Dos If You Want To Write Good Scripts
The Quality Of Notes And Feedback You Receive Reflects The Quality Of Your Work
Receiving Notes Lead To Revisions On Animated Feature Script And New Routine - 5/30/2023: Vlog
Making History (Carolyn See) In-Depth Book Discussion
On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen (Book Recommendation)
Don't Be The Best, Aim To Be The Only (Kevin Kelly Advice)
First Draft Finished and the Benefits of Examining All Aspects of Life - 5/15/2023: Vlog
The Difference Between Shoulds and Musts And How They Affect Your Life
Should You Show Dailies As An Indie Filmmaker?
Be Direct With Your Asks Of People If You Want Results
Not Every Day Will Yield The Same Results But Continue On & Be Consistent
Just Writing, Survivor Bias & Other Ruminations - 5/15/2023: Vlog
Don't Let Critics Sway You - 5/10/2023: Vlog
What's A Fictional Mentor And How Can Having One Benefit You?
Victim vs Creator Mindset
Connecting With Artists, Recognizing Opportunities, And Flipping Negative Beliefs - 5/3/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
It's Easier To Start Instead Of Complaining
In Life We All Have To Renew Our Identity Labels If We Want To Keep Them
19 Tips for Indie Filmmakers from Noam Kroll
Making The Distinction Between "Pushing To The Limits" Vs Having A Toxic Work Environment
How Michael Bay Shoots 120 Shots Per Day, Instead of the Traditional 20-30
Use Happiness As Your Driving Force In Life
Studying Anime, Script Revisions, and Human Optimization - 4/24/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why It's Important You Learn How Things Work On A Macro Level
You Can't Predict Future Performance Based On Past Results
Stay Organized & Iterate Drafts - 4/17/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Storytelling Tips from Masters like Neil Gaiman, JRR Tolkien, Stephen King and Others
What's A Rip Reel?
You Need To Take Breaks To Have Breakthroughs And Achieve Success
Water For Elephants (Sara Gruen) In-Depth Book Discussion
The Hardest Part Is Taking The First Step And Starting
How Everything Everywhere All At Once Teaches Us That Seeing The Good Side Isn't Naive But Needed
How John Wick: Chapter 4 Defines What True Friendship Means (No Spoilers)
Overdue Catch Up - 4/3/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Can We All Stop Spreading The B#llSh$t Myth That People Can Be "Self-Made"?
The Great Debate: Are People Too Fragile To Handle Info & Therefore We Should Ban Certain Materials?
Let's Redefine Networking As Connecting
Never Let Anyone Tell You That Every Opportunity Has Been Snatched Up
The World We Make (NK Jemisin) In-Depth Book Discussion
How You Fire Or Treat Employees When They Leave Matters
Own 100% Of The ENTIRE Relationship, Not Just "Your Half"
Never Believe The Story (Whether It's Someone Else's Or Your Own)
Challenge: Learn To Spot The Similarities In People Rather Than The Differences
Don't Forget To Journal When You're Happy
Switch Up Where You Write If You're Blocked
Pause & Study Before Deciding
Being Bold Isn't Crazy When You're Measured
How To Use MidJourney "Privately" By Creating Your Own Discord Server
You Never Know How People Will Succeed; Treat Them Well Lest You Regret It
Learning Patience - 2/27/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
They Both Die At The End (Adam Silvera) In-Depth Book Discussion
Pitch Materials You'd Want for Your Film And/Or TV Projects
An Overview of the Quality Control Process for Films & TV Shows
What's Available To You? - 2/21/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Feel Less Stress When Deciding Which Events To Go To And Which To Skip
Seek Perspective In Life, Not Advice
How Parallel Mothers (Penelope Cruz) Inspired My 2nd Film's Custom Fade Outs (A Bogota Trip)
Utilizing The Step Print Technique In My 2nd Film (A Bogota Trip)
Achieving The Color Style I Wanted For My 2nd Feature Film (A Bogota Trip)
Living In The Unknown - 2/13/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Can You Maintain Your Happiness Even In Dark Times?
Always Finish Strong So You Can Build On That Momentum
There Are No Shortcuts - 1/31/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Don't Sweat The Details During First Drafts
Use Others As A Source Of Inspiration, Not As A Point Of Comparison
How To Match Audio Volume/Loudness Using Adobe Audition
Searching For The Unseen Solutions - 1/25/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Hisko Hulsing (Director of Amazon Prime's Undone) Interview
The Word For World Is Forest (Ursula K Le Guin) In-Depth Book Discussion
Why Addressing Notes (As A Video/Audio Editor, Writer, Etc) Backwards Works Better
Have A Gratitude Jar In Your Home!
Tutorial: DIY/Cheap "Rotoscope" Animation Method
Life Can Feel Like A Parody At Times - 1/17/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Good Qualities Of Gen Z
Turn Pain Into Purpose - 1/10/2023: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Best Free Gym In The World
Create Black Out Dates For Yourself
Let's Start Good Gossiping!
My Goal In 2023 Is To Shatter All Limiting Beliefs (And How It Can Help You)
Hercule Poirot's Christmas (Agatha Christie) In-Depth Book Discussion
Top 10 Films Of 2022
Three Universal Truths Learned In 2022
Final Thoughts Of 2022 - 12/28/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Turn Routines Into Rituals To Make The Mundane Maintenance Tasks Enjoyable
Make Sure To Record Audio Only Takes WITHOUT Dialogue During Film Production
Easily Adjust Subtitles' Timecode (Using Subtitle Edit Pro)
Being Dumbest In The Room Is Good - 12/14/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Block, Light, Shoot: A Technique For Film Production
Support Your Friends' Businesses By Shopping For Gifts From Them During The Holidays
Play The Game, Not The Occasion - 12/6/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How to Produce a Low Budget Indie Film Without Sacrificing Ambition & Scope (Comic Con LA Panel)
Saturday (Ian McEwan) In-Depth Book Discussion
Past Projects Set You Up For Future Success - 11/21/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Quality Of Your Writing Isn't Affected Whether You're Inspired Or Not, And That's Good!
The Dual Reality Of Life And Seizing The Opportunity - 11/16/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What Would You Do If You Knew You'd Fail?
Graciela Patiño Red Carpet Interview For A Bogotá Trip (Silver State Film Festival 2022)
Make It Look Easy - 11/8/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Strategy Tim Ferriss Uses When Publishing A Book & How It Can Help Any Artist
Name Generator For Stories (Useful For Authors, Screenwriters, Etc)
Marie Forleo's Distinction Between Can't And Don't
The Road To Success Isn't Glamorous - 11/1/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Remains Of The Day (Kazuo Ishiguro) In-Depth Book Discussion
Progress, Principles, And Perseverance - 10/26/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Create Proper Audio Track Assignments In Premiere Pro For Final Output Delivery
Preparation And Understanding Are Key - 10/17/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
You Get To Decide - 10/11/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Long Form Storytelling Requires More Of You
Take Time To Discover And Do Something For Yourself In Early Adulthood
The Real Test Of Any Choice
Finding Deeper Meaning In Life - 10/4/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Use SMART Goal Setting To Accomplish Your Ambitions
There's No Ideal Conditions When It Comes To Creativity
Midnight's Children (Salman Rushdie) In-Depth Book Discussion
How To Subtitle/Caption Your Own Movie For Cheap
Slow And Steady Progress - 9/27/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Fake It 'Til You Make It Is BS Advice
What Does A World Premiere Status Really Mean When It comes To Indie Films
The Key To Being Present In Every Moment Of Life
What A Life! - 9/20/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What's An Ethical Will And How Does One Benefit You?
Form a Community of Filmmaker Friends to Better Select Which Film Festivals to Apply To
The Universe Conspires In Helping You - 9/12/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Lots Of Movies & Insights - 9/6/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
All Indie Artists Must Market Their Own Projects If They Want To Succeed
Don't Let Your Internal Beliefs Limit You And Your Progress
What Is Patience?
Same Situation, New Perspective - 8/30/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
100 Years Of Solitude (Gabriel Garcia Marquez) In-Depth Book Discussion
The Difference Between A Thought Leader Vs An Intellectual And Why It Matters
Examining Quarterlife Through "Wild" And "Into The Wild" With Psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock
Making Fiduciary Decisions And New Strategies Moving Forward - 8/24/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Get Paid More (For Freelancers And Employees)
What Self Help Is And What Self Help Is Not...
Why "I Could Have Easily..." Is A Terrible And Dumb Phrase
Find Creative Ways To Make Your Movies For Cheap (Advice To Filmmakers To Make Features & Shorts)
Ways To Create Movie Credits: From Hard/Cheap To Easy/Costly
Why You Need To Be Timely With Your Responses If You Want Results
How To Tackle Tough Subjects As An Artist
Creating Project With Today's Options - 8/10/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Do We Devalue Art Based On How We Talk About It?
Don't Let Perfect Be The Enemy Of Good
Creating A Sound Design For Montages In Film/TV
Word Of The Week Is Frustrated - 8/3/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What The Success Of Kate Bush's Song In Stranger Things Teaches Us About Art
How The "Yes, BUT..." Phrase Is Limiting You In All Aspects Of Life
How Temp Music Helps You As A Writer And Filmmaker
The Helsinki Bus Station Theory Contains The Secret To Your Creative Success
May You Remember - 7/26/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
In Five Years (Rebecca Serle) In-Depth Book Discussion
Great Art Requires Perspective
Being An Artist Requires Physical Stamina, And Not Just Mental
Always Offer Value, Unconditionally, And Good Things Happen In Unexpected Ways
How Launch Parties, Kick-Off Events Or Telethons Can Benefit Your Projects
Never Fail At A Creative Project Or Other Endeavors Again...
Why You Should Build In Research Days Into Your Schedule
The Difference Between Someone Giving You Their Free Time Vs Freeing Their Time For You
Starting "Too Late" Is a BS Term
Life Hack: Maintain A Regular Sleep Schedule
Dogme 95: A Case Study of How So-Called Rules Force Creativity
Never Deny Someone Their Suffering
Natalie Kingston Interview (Cinematographer for Black Bird on Apple TV+)
Good Things Happen When You Keep Momentum Going By Creating More
See Something Moving & Original? Say Something! Support Great Art
Simplicity Of Choice Is The INSPIRATION You Need To Get Started On A Creative Project
Don't Emulate Hollywood Movies If You're An Indie Filmmaker
A Bogotá Trip Cast/Crew Interviews from the Marina Del Rey Film Festival 2022
Adding Humanity Into Your Working Relationships: Advice for Hosts/Actors And Anyone "On-Screen"
The Diamond In The Window (The Hall Family Chronicles by Jane Langton) In-Depth Book Discussion
Filmmaking Is A Team Sport & Why You NEED To View It As Such, Especially On The Indie Level
A Bogota Trip, My Newest Film, Premieres June 20th And YOU'RE Invited!
Reasons Why You Should Be Exporting Videos As Image Sequences
What's A Full Court Promo Press For Crowdfunding & Events?
Whiplash Of Daily Life - 5/13/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
A Bogotá Trip — Official Selection at the Marina del Rey Film Festival
What's Optimistic Nihilism?
All Tomorrow's Parties (William Gibson) In-Depth Book Discussion
What To Consider As You Plan Your Film Festival Circuit
Ask Yourself Why You Aren't Taking The Advice You Know You Should
Zara Lisbon Author Interview (Process & Inspirations)
Best Practices For Sending Video Files
You Don't Always Need Real Time Information To Create Meaningful Action
How to Still Edit a Movie After Reaching Picture Lock
New Agendas & Projects - 4/26/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Erika Robuck (Historical Fiction Author: The Invisible Woman & Sisters of Night and Fog) Interview
Dealing With Problems Helps Prepare You & Builds Your "Toolbox"
How Small Changes Lead To Greater Results
The "But, Therefore" Style of Writing (from the Creators of South Park)
Entering The Final Stages Of My Film - 4/18/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
If You're Not Free To Leave, You're Not Free To Stay
Need To Repair Corrupted Audio Or Video? Here's How!
If You Expand Your Identity, You Expand Yourself And Grow
Ways To Overcome Writer's Block
The Invisible Woman (Erika Robuck) In-Depth Book Discussion
Avoid Having To License Songs For Your Film, Instead Create Only Score
The Various Types of Rest You Need
Why Indie Filmmakers Should Aim To Make 90 Minute Or Less Films
Ways To Refocus And Turn Negatives Into Positives
Reframe Your Mistakes As Moments Of Opportunity
Cultural Learnings & Film Updates - 3/22/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Should All Film Festivals Accept Video Links Instead Of Physical Media?
Feedback & Submissions - 3/9/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Poppy War (Rebecca F. Kaung) In-Depth Book Discussion
Why Does It Always Feel Like You Have To Work Twice As Hard To Get Ahead?
The Tinder Swindler & The State of Online Dating In General
Making Sense of War, Funerals & Art - 3/1/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Achieve Better Results Using Advice From Smart Guy
How To Succeed Even When You Seemingly Fail At Something
The Assembly Edit Is Complete - 2/15/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Defining What Being Advanced Truly Means
The Genius of Director M. Night Shyamalan and How You Can Apply It to Your Art
That's A Wrap! - 2/15/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Convert Any Footage So You Can Edit With It
Build Your Toolbox Of Tricks To Gain Confidence In Your Craft
A Cheap Way to Rent Film Gear
Engage With Differing Opinions...
Want to Break Patterns in Your Life? Change Your Should to a Must!
Focus On The Marco - 2/2/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Tiny Business, Big Money: Elaine Pofeldt Interview
How To Outline Your Novel Or Script
How to Add a Handheld Camera Look to Stable Footage in Premiere Pro
What You're Exposed To & Consume Affects & Creates Your Reality
Why I Edit My Own Films (And How The Principles Can Apply To Your Creative Projects)
The Assembly of the Film Continues & Novel Outlining - 1/25/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Taking Advantage of Opportunities Presented, Comedy Writing & Beyond: Eric Owusu Interview
Navigating Social Media, Dating & Self Care: Jenifer Golden Interview
Why Being Truly Self Made is a Myth
Shift Your Perspective on How You Approach the Film Festival Circuit as an Indie Filmmaker
Cultivate Real Relationships & Friendships, Not Parasocial Ones
Meeting Grant Criteria And Deadlines - 1/17/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Belle (Mamoru Hosoda) - Movie Review
My State of the Union - 1/13/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Split Your Film Into Multiple Reels
How Well Do You Actually Listen? Here's An Exercise To Find Out
How The Law of Diffusion of Innovation is a Perfect Framework to Find Your Audience
My Adobe Premiere Pro Editing Setup For My Feature Film
How To Actually Accomplish All Those New Year's Resolutions You Made For Yourself
Editing Begins With The New Year - 1/5/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Matrix Resurrections: Spoiler Talk
Looking Ahead To 2022 - 12/31/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
My Top 10 Movies of 2021 + Honorable Mentions
Top 10 Lessons Learned in 2021
How to Start Your New Year Strong
Methods of Syncing Audio & Video in Adobe Premiere Pro
Utilize Templates on Creative Projects to Save Time & Money
Stop Focusing On What You Haven't Yet Accomplished In Your Career, Focus On What's Ahead For You
Reflecting on 2021 - 12/17/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Adopt The Principle of Astronomical Risk & Reward: Low Cost/Risk, High Reward
Why 5 Minutes (Or Less) is the Ideal Length for Short Films
Don't Skimp Research When It Comes to Creative Projects
Quitting Is Too Easy; At the End of the Day, You Have to Handle Your Responsibilities
Allowing Yourself to Work at the Speed of Thought - 12/6/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Overcoming the Modern Dilemma: Being More Interesting That Someone's Phone
Multiple Ways to Support My Creative Journey
My Answers to Most of Tim Ferriss' Questions from "Tribe of Mentors"
We Don't Rise to the Level of Our Expectations; We Fall to the Level of Our Training (Archilochus)
My Debut Novel Elan, Elan is Finally Published!
Ways I Can Help You with Your Creative Endeavors
Encanto (Walt Disney Animation Studios) - Movie Review
You Might Not Be Able To Control Something, But That Doesn't Mean You Can't Influence Them
I'm Back From Colombia... Updates & Next Phase - 11/22/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The Last Duel (Ridley Scott) - Movie Review
We Fall To The Level Of Our Training & Hiatus Starts - 10/27/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How You Can Invest in Startups Like on Shark Tank
It's Easier To Roll Up Your Sleeves And Get To Work Than To Complain: Vlog
Always Make Sure To Get Your Source Files from Freelancers/Companies
Macro Ideas Learned from My Journey of Creating 1,000 Videos for My YouTube Channel
Consider the Levers of Society That Make the Most Impact
Is That A True Thought or a Blue Thought? (Inspired by Blue Bayou Film)
Real Test of Any Choice Is Doing It Twice - 10/11/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What Squid Game Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk Can Teach Us About Rejection
If Freedom Is The Ability To Do Anything, What Do You Choose to Do?
A Strategy to Defuse People in Arguments & Have a Civil Debate
One Month To Go Before Colombia! - 10/04/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Jamie Wheal: 80% of Your RIO Comes From Your First Few Times
Learn About All That Your Library Has to Offer You
First Day of Filming Has Wrapped - 9/27/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How to Define & Utilize "Practical Self Help" (Interview w/James Lott Jr & Flobo Boyce)
The Reason You Haven't Taken The First Step Towards Your Pursuit
Blue Bayou (Justin Chon & Alicia Vikander) - Movie Review
Things Fall Through, Learn to Embrace That - 9/20/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
It's A Limiting Belief To Think More Money Will Always Make Your Film Better, In Fact It Can Ruin It
How to Think About Production Design (Principles from Award Winning Production Designer Donald Burt)
Pick Based On Principles, Not Sides
In Memory Of Pete Chvany - 9/13/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Difference Between Internal vs External Pauses in Acting & Why It Matters
Don't Get Distracted From Your Long Term Goals By Quick Hits of Pleasure
Finding Stock Footage, Photos & GFX for Your Projects
My First Film is FINALLY Available - 9/6/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Utilize Final Draft's Revision Mode on Shooting Scripts
Ways Descript Can Help You With Podcast & Video Editing
What It Means To Lead With Love
Together (James McAvoy & Sharon Horgan) - Movie Review
Figuring Out the Visual Rhythm of Filming - 8/30/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Play Music During Rehearsals With Your Actors
Don't Argue Against Reality Otherwise You'll Suffer
Knowledge Is Understanding Something, Wisdom Is Doing It
Realigning Mentally - 8/24/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
A Simple Way to Create a Strong Group Dynamic
Stop Being Driven to Make Purchases Based on Marketing
How To Not Feel Overwhelmed by Everything Going on in the World & Take Positive Action Steps
Free Guy (Ryan Reynolds) — Movie Review
Crowdfund Ends But Prep Carries Onward - 8/17/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why It's Important to Have a Note Taking System & How to Structure It
Step 1 to Financial Freedom is to Understand Your Spending Habits
Tapping Into Your Genius Is Easier Than You Think, Here's How...
Respect (The Aretha Franklin Biopic) — Movie Review
Tech Hell Week & Prep Continues - 8/9/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
One Word Subtext—An Acting "Game" to Play During Rehearsals to Understand Script Better
Your Body Has More To Give Than Your Mind Thinks: Why Mental Health Is Paramount
Cast & Crew Screening Of My 1st Film & Looking Ahead - 8/2/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Decide What You Need to Shoot Multi-cam vs Single Cam
Why We Live In An "And" World, Not An "Or" World & Why It Matters
Filming Schedule & Shot List Drafts Completed - 7/26/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What is a Video Proxy File and How to Create Them in Adobe Premiere Pro for Your Film Project
Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain — Movie Review
Cast & Crew Flights Booked! - 7/19/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How to Quickly & Easily Cut Out a Person from a Background Using Photoshop
How to Edit Scenes Shot Entirely Against Green Screen
Automated Rotoscope Animation Technique Similar to A Scanner Darkly Using Photoshop & After Effects
Coordinating Team Colombia & Editing Rehearsals - 7/12/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Stop Focusing on Whether the Process is "Right" and Focus on the Results
LFG (HBO Max & CNN) Documentary Review, Recap & Discussion (Explicit)
Treat Your Creativity Exactly Like an Entrepreneur Launching a Start-Up
Planning Visuals, Props & Costumes - 7/5/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
No One Sees What You're Not Working On & How This Can Benefit You
Get Multiple Quotes When Trading-In Gear
Diving Right In With Rehearsals - 6/28/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What's Split Take Editing, How To Do It & When To Do It
Tips for When You Ask Someone to be Your Work Reference
Revisions, Rehearsals & Raising Funds - 6/21/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How To Make Your Resume Stand Out So You Land the Job
Sell Old Equipment and Make Some Cash to Fund New Projects
Autumn Into Fall - Feature Film Set in Bogota, Colombia Crowdfund
Pre-Production Begins - 6/14/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Creative Updates Before Going on Hiatus - 6/1/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why Every Artist Should Immerse Themselves Various Art Forms and Genres
Wong Kar-Wai's Ideological Approach to Filmmaking and How It Can Help You
How to Avoid Plot Holes & Unresolved Narrative Threads
How to Film in Low Light Conditions
No One Sees What You're Not Doing - 5/24/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Choose a Future YOU Want
How to Approach the Future of Podcasting with Subscriptions
Does Physical Appearance Matter? Yes! Here's Why...
Why I Choose to Make Feature Films Now & How This Thinking Can Help You Creatively
How Little We Know Someone - 5/17/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Destroy Your Beliefs & Choose Again: Diedrik Wolsak's Protocol
Systems, Tips, Tricks & Mindset Needed to Create More Content
If You Think You Have Writer’s Block, Research More
Defining Your Purpose in Life
A Renegade and Iconoclast - 5/10/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Tip to Help You Fund Your Creative Projects
A Simple Approach to Help Navigate Life
What's More Important for Creativity: Inspiration or Discipline?
How Selfishness Can Be Turned Into an Asset - 5/5/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How to Truly Be Vulnerable & Create Deep, Meaningful Relationships
Improve Your Sleep Quality with These Tips
Your Creative Fear is Preventing You from Attaining Your Dreams!
Overcoming Creative Restlessness & Using Your Talents for Good - 4/26/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How Jenna Lyons Views the Career Ladder and How You Can Too
Simple & Cheap Way to Enhance You Web Conference or Streaming Camera
In Spite of Doing the Work, Imposter Syndrome Can Set In - 4/19/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Make Sure You Customize Each Query Letter, Pitch, Job App, Etc
What's the Difference Between the Artist vs the Professional?
Why Only Amateurs Focus on Strategy
Dealing with Maintenance Tasks & Alt Ways to Keep Projects Moving - 4/12/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What Frances McDormand Says Makes the Best Directors
Take Control of Your Finances Today
Always Research Any Film Festival You Submit To
Continue to Revise a Script Even During Pre-Production
Don't Try to Convince People Who Won't Be Your Customer, Have Conviction to Find Those Who Will
Time for the Full Court Press - 4/5/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Playtest (Short Film) Virtual Premiere & Q&A Hosted by Alina Vission
How to Record Audio of Your Clubhouse App Rooms
Patience Pays Off - 3/29/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Time You Enjoy Wasting, Was Not Wasted
Ins & Outs of Graphic Design, Art Direction & More w/ Armani Barron
Lessons Learned from Covid, Manifesting Wealth & Beyond w/ Jaimi Alexander
Finishing Touches - 3/22/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Tips on How to Practice a Pitch
Why Fighting Fire With Fire Is Stupid...
Animation Tests & Coming to the Finish Line - 3/15/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How to Set Clearer Deadlines So People Deliver On Time
South Park/ParQ Vaccination Special - Review (Spoilers/Explicit Warning)
Define the Scope of Work Required of Both Parties on Creative Projects
What's a Shadow Career & Do You Have One?
How To Find the Right Candidate for the Job
Even Great Teams Sometimes Need to Scrape Out a Victory - 3/8/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Can You Really Change Someone Else's Mind and Perspective?
Humility Doesn't Equate to Low Self Esteem
Imposter Syndrome Can Actually Work to Your Benefit, Just Like Jealousy
Considering When to Take Advice from Your Team and When to Make the Final Decision Yourself
How Less Is Actually More When Pitching or Negotiating Deal Points
Fine Tuning the VFX - 3/1/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Joyce Carol Oates Says People Want to be Married, But Don't Want to Get Married... What's She Mean?
When Revising a Story, Do a Separate "Show Don't Tell" Pass
What's the Single Most Effective Way to Brand Yourself?
Focusing On Having No Regrets In Life: Meagan Lynn Interview
Why You Should Rest If You Want to be Successful
Moving Towards the Creative Finish Line - 2/22/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Equal vs Equalitarian Friendships: How a Fundamental Perspective Shift Impacts Your Relationships
At What Point Should You Make Your Side Hustle Your Full Time Career?
Every Creative Project You Work On Needs A Contingency Plan
Consider The Domino: A Dramatic Reading on How to Create Impact
Why Would You Ever Send Assets to Someone You Don't Want Them to Use?
Sometimes The Only Option is to Keep Going - 2/15/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How A Story About an Old Car Can Teach You About Your Value In Life
It's Easier To Record Multiple Pronunciations On Set
What Expert Fallacy Is And How It Affects You
Creating a Pitch Deck & "Hitting the Hot Button" - 2/8/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
An Introduction to the Clubhouse App: What It's for and Why You Should Join
Have More Than One Skillset At Any Given Time
Overview of How to Post and Hire Freelancers on Service Websites Like Upwork
How I'm Tackling the Editing & VFX Phase of My Proof of Concept - 2/1/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How Do You Quiet the Demons/Voices in Your Head in Order to Create?
Record "ADR" On Set to Match It Better in Your Film(s)
Technique to Ease a Dry Throat (Especially for Actors, Performers, Speakers)
Quality Is Subjective So Stop Hiding Behind It As A Way of Not Putting Out Creative Work
Start Doing Morning Pages to Jumpstart Your Brain Into Creativity
How to Access the Full Vitality of Life Through Creative Work - 1/25/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Self Care is Not a License or Excuse to Stop Helping Others
Start Thinking of Nouns as Verbs and You'll Have Better Results in Life
Create A Press Kit on Your Website & Make Yourself Easy to Contact
"Accidentally" Stepping Into Your Purpose & Branding Techniques: Mark Rodriguez Interview
What's the Key Difference Between Positivity & Optimism + Why It Matters
Principles of Scheduling a Film Shoot
Walking Away From Omelas - 1/18/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Progress Not Perfection Is The Way Forward
Want to be a Screenwriter? Start Reading Scripts! Here's How!
Define Activities By Separate Time and Space for Mental Health (Jay Shetty Tip)
Roger Deakin's Approach To Cinematography & How It Can Help You
Focusing On The Creative Side - 1/11/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Criticizing Others & Tearing Down Their Ideas Doesn't Make You Smart or Creative
How to Engage Better with People Upon Introduction
Two Filmmaking Key Tips for Better Visuals
Three Way Mind-meld with James Lott Jr & Flobo Boyce: Strategies for Creative Pursuits
Have Too Many Tabs Open All The Time? Try Chrome Tab Groups to Keep Organized
New Year Agenda - 1/4/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Flobo Boyce (DJ/Comedian/Host) Interview - Discussing Why Doing Multiple Projects Isn't Wrong
Lessons From Grief: RIP Sparky - 12/15/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Wanna Write a Script? Use Professional Screenwriting Software For FREE!
When You Complain, Your Mind Can't Create Necessary Solutions
Need to Storyboard Your Film? Here's a FREE & Easy Solution
The Train Has Left the Proverbial Station - 12/7/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
3 Ways to Find a WordPress Coder/Developer for Your WP Site
Make Macro Decisions So Your Mind Can Focus on Creative Solutions
Always Make Sure to Conform Your Footage Before Editing
Redefine What Risky Business Truly Means - 11/30/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Stop Thinking It's Quantity OR Quality, It's BOTH! Quantity CREATES Quality
How to Make Dynamic Ads Less Intrusive in Your Podcast(s)
We Do Not Discuss New Business Until Next Quarter - 11/23/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why Do We Over Index Rugged Individualism?
How to Create Content Audiences are Searching For
Challenge: Subscribe to YouTube University!
Mary Karr's Practical Advice On How To Actually Find Happiness In Life
How To Sleep Healthier at Night
Draft 2 of Script Done! What's Next Creatively... - 11/16/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
How Career Decisions Can Force You Into Certain Lifestyles and Vice Versa
Challenge: Be Less Impressed, Get More Involved (A Tip from Matthew McConaughey's Greenlights Book)
Simple Way to Record Separate Audio Tracks In Zoom for Better Podcast Quality
How Seth Godin Shifts A Common Question In Order for Us to Discover Our Purpose
Why Stacking Meetings Back to Back Isn't the Most Effective Method
Ship Creative Work! - 11/9/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Examining Why Your Art Matters to the World
FREE Story Outlining Sheet to Help You Structure Your Narrative
First Script Draft Done, What's Next? - 11/3/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What's Ethical Fading & What Impact Does It Have On Our Daily Lives
How to Spot Dialogue That's Not Working & Fix It In Your Film
I'm Back! 2 Shorts Done + Update on Scripts & American Film Market - 10/26/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why You Need to Embrace the Phrase "This Is Nothing" - 10/20/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
An Easy and Fun Way to Enhance Your Table Read & Expedite Pre-Production
Just Because You Stop Doing Something Doesn't Mean You Can't Ever Return to It Later
A Fundamental Question to Always Ask Whenever Someone Tells You No During a Negotiation
Focus on What You Can Control Within the Creative Process - 10/12/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
A Tool to Help You Coordinate Many People's Schedules & Plan a Meeting
Stop Trying to Gain Followers & Instead Focus on Your Professional Reputation
Apply Mel Robbins' 5 Second Rule to Act on a Goal
In Search of Sunrise - 10/5/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
When Free Isn't Really Free: Why Setting Expectations & Standards Upfront Matters
Challenge: Stop Trying to be Successful, Start Being Useful!
The Fine Line Between Being a Victim and Being Compassionate to Yourself (Jay Shetty Advice)
See A Font You Love & Wanna Use It In Your Graphics? No Problem! Match It!
Success Comes By Leaving Your Comfort Zone - 9/28/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Hosting Your Own RSS Podcast Feed? Don't Let It Get Taxed! Use Podcast Mirror to Supercharge It!
Ways to Succeed at Online Dating by Rethinking Your Strategy w/ NXTConnection's Dorinda Barker
Examining the Nuances of Story and Life - 9/21/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Challenge: Start a Serendipity Journal & Increase "Luck" In Your Life!
FREE Alternatives to Photoshop So You Can Create Graphics
To Know the Path is Different Than Walking the Path - 9/15/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
FREE Tool That Allows You to Link to Multiple Sites Through Your IG Profile
Creative Exercise: Write An Idea Down in Multiple Iterations
Have An Idea You Need Made Into a Product? Try Maker's Row, Where Ideas Become Products
Why Life's Not About Accolades: Candice Cruz (Host/Actress) Interview
A Simple Tool to Help You With Your Metrics
Support Those Who Support You - 9/7/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Challenge: Start Creating Assets! That's How You Grow Your Career
How to Apply Stephen King's Rules for Writer for Yourself
When You're Stuck, Look for Answers In Different Places—Embrace the Unconventional!
In Need of a Logo, Brochure, Flyer, Etc but Don't Have a Designer? Try 99 Designs!
Creativity & Its Affects On Your Mood! - 8/31/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
What's It Mean to Be Truly IAB Compliant as a Podcaster?
Creative Challenge: Positive Affirmations To Tell Yourself In Front of the Mirror
A Method to Combat Writer's Block & Accelerate Your Writing
A Trick to Help You Communicate More Effectively By Eliminating Repetition
Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone & Setting Intentions for Your Life - 8/24/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Why Everything Is Breaking News & How to Remain Informed - Exploring the Modern News Landscape
Creative Challenge: Whose Permission Are You Waiting for to do What You Love Creatively???
What Is the Best WordPress Hosting Service?
How to be an Advocate for Change & Chase Your Artistic Dreams! - Danny Royce Interview
Always Over Explain & Be As Clear As You Can To Achieve the Results You Want
A New Way to See My Creative Process - 8/17/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Do Books Have the Power To Get You Our of Depression?
Creative Exercise: Organize Your Workspace Today for More Efficiency