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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

A Simple Exercise To Remove Filler Words From Your Speech Pattern (For Public Speakers, Hosts, Etc)

Redefine How You View Self Control In Order To Achieve Desired Outcome

A Week of Many Victories - 8/10/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

Storytelling Tip: Stop Thinking of Plot and Character as Separate Entities... They're Not!

Being 1st to Do Something Matters Little in Life

Celebrate Creative Victories - 8/4/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

The Ultimate Vacation Auto-Email Responder

Surround Yourself With People Whose Opinions Differ From Yours

Combat Decision Fatigue By Eliminating 1,000 Tiny Decisions With A Single Major One

Become More Productive Through Better Focus: Eliminate Distractions By Turning Off Notifications

Do We Overvalue Busyness?

My Film's First Festival - 7/28/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

RYT 200 Yoga Instructor Blake V Showcases Need for Peaceful Mind

Envato Marker Offers Cheap Templates for Any Creative Project You're Working On

Musician Cody Schram Shares Inspiration, Process & Technique for Creating Art

Everyone Tells You What's Good for You, They Don't Want You to Find Your Own Answers

Film/TV Sound Design & Mixing Techniques from Idyll's Edgar Cortes

How to Be a Realist & Optimist By Looking for the Helpers

Best Hiring Practices to Save You Time & Money In Long Run EVEN 4 Independent Artists & Creatives

A Week of Recharging - 7/13/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

There Is Never Going to be An Ideal Day for You to be Creative

There Is No Timeline to Creativity - 6/29/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

How Raymond Chandler's Writing Technique Can Help You With Your Story's Pacing

A FREE Collaborative Screenwriting Option for Filmmakers Utilizing Google Docs

If You're An Indie Filmmaker, Consider Creating Audio Dramas (At Least for the Short Term Future)

No Ideal Day for Creativity - 6/22/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog

Spend in Alignment with your Values, not Ego - Chelsea Galicia Shares Financial Tips

FilmFreeway - It's The Simple/Easy Way to Submit Your Film to Multiple Film Festivals

#PitMad Is the Hashtag to Pitch Your Novel to Agents on Certain Dates of the Year!

How Dream Hoarding Leaves Everyone in the Dust

Black Lives Matter Movement Isn't A Trend! Keep Going Until Real Change Happens - 6/15/2020

James Lott Jr. Shares His Experiences of Racism in Corporate World + Social Justice Movements

Drew Jones Exposes Racist Systems and Structures in America

Dear White People, Black Lives Matter - A Reflection 6/1/2020

Results & Findings from My 21-Day No-Complaint Challenge!

Incorporating Grief Into Your Meditations/Journaling Amplifies Your Gratitude

Podcastpage.io - The Simple Website Builder for Your Podcast!

Writer/Editor Emily Krempholtz Shares Storytelling Techniques

How Do You Create Ideal Circumstances for Your Life?

Submission Process & Beyond 5/26/2020: A Phil Svitek Vlog