Action Addicts - Talking action films and the Business of Show Business

What happens when you mix samurai bloodlines, Disney training, Hollywood credits, and one of the most influential anime studios in the world?You get Samantha Inoue Harte.In this episode of Austin Action Addicts, we sit down with the U.S. Head of Animated Content for GONZO K.K.—the powerhouse behind iconic titles like Afro Samurai and dozens of genre-defining anime projects. With over two decades in the game, Samantha breaks down what anime really costs, why most people have no idea how it’s made, and how Western studios are fumbling the bag when they try to jump in. We go deep on:The truth about anime budgets (and why studios are getting lowballed)Why Hollywood still doesn’t “get” anime productionThe rise of anime in mainstream culture—and who’s trying to cash inVoice acting, casting, and protecting talent in a global industryAI in animation—tool or threat?And how one random act of kindness turned into a 20+ year careerThis one’s raw, honest, and full of industry insight you don’t hear anywhere else. If you’re a filmmaker, animator, or just someone who loves anime—you’re about to see the business side in a whole new way.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

What does it really take to make a feature film with almost no money… and actually turn a profit? In this episode, we sit down with Maria Tran—a powerhouse indie filmmaker who turned a $6,500 feature shot in 14 days into a profitable project across 12+ platforms. We break down how she:Built a feature film using community, non-actors, and pure grit Rejected traditional distributors to keep control and ownership Used FilmHub to land on platforms like Tubi, Amazon, and YouTube Movies Turned real data into smarter filmmaking decisions Scaled up to shooting TWO films back-to-back with a $30K budget each This isn’t theory—this is real, boots-on-the-ground filmmaking strategy. We also get into:Why most indie filmmakers get burned by bad distribution deals The truth about AFM (and why it’s not the golden ticket people think) How to fund films through local businesses and product placement Why action & horror are about to dominate the next 5 years The shift in power from Hollywood gatekeepers to independent creatorsIf you’re serious about making films, making money, and not losing your rights in the process, this episode is required listening.  👉 Bottom line: You don’t need permission anymore. You need strategy, stamina, and the willingness to build your own lane.0:00 Holy S**+ Intro4:28 The Ghetto Part of Australia10:56 Preproduction 14:29 Based on Real Life 19:40 All for the money? 25:00 "She ONLY does action"30:00 I don't like your energy, keep your money38:30 Be resilient, gatekeeping is over 39:19 Gatekeepers are losing power 50:20 Action star? What a stupid, silly idea 1:01:52 5,000, 10,000 and Marrese Crump1:09:26 What are the numbers1:14:45 Distribution 1:22:56 Should I stop making movies?Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Violence Conductor dives into The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of Merlin (Daily Wire’s new fantasy series) — and let’s just say… expectations were high if you promise Merlin, magic, and knights swinging swords. After watching the first three episodes, the verdict is mixed.The show looks great and the sets are solid, but if you're expecting constant action and epic battles, you might find yourself waiting… and waiting… and waiting.The acting is decent, some characters show promise, and there are moments of cool combat—but strange editing choices, awkward pacing, and confusing time jumps make the experience a bit uneven. Is this a hidden fantasy gem that just needs time to warm up, or a visually impressive show that takes itself a little too seriously? Watch the breakdown and decide for yourself.You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Violence Conductor breaks down Iron Lung, the indie horror film that absolutely exploded at the box office. Made for around $3 million and earning over $50 million worldwide, this project proves that independent filmmakers can still punch way above their weight.Shot largely in a single location submarine, the film relies heavily on tension, sound design, and one man carrying the entire performance. Markiplier delivers a surprisingly strong performance while the film builds suspense through ticking clocks, pressure leaks, and the constant threat of something going very wrong in the depths.This isn’t an action-heavy movie, but the atmosphere, clever filmmaking choices, and escalating body horror toward the end make it a fascinating case study in how indie filmmakers can succeed with constraints.Is Iron Lung a horror masterpiece or just a really smart indie experiment?Watch the review and decide. And remember: support indie film. Rent it, buy it, but Don’t Pirate It.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Janell Vela Smith is a dynamic executive producer and CEO of Iron Dragon Productions, specializing in the distribution of action-packed martial arts films and content through her innovative platform, IDTVFLIX.com. With a background as a certified black belt and stunt coordinator, she champions diverse voices in genre entertainment, curating and streaming high-octane projects like Nova and Templar: Honor Among Thieves to global audiences from her Austin, Texas base.Keith Strandberg is an acclaimed screenwriter, producer, and martial artist renowned for scripting and producing iconic martial arts films like No Retreat, No Surrender, The King of the Kickboxers, and Bloodmoon, which have been distributed worldwide through major studios, captivating global audiences with high-stakes action and underdog narratives from his base in Switzerland. Keith Vitali, a three-time World Karate Champion and Black Belt Hall of Famer, is a pioneering actor, producer, and martial arts icon who co-starred in blockbusters such as Revenge of the Ninja (MGM-distributed worldwide) and Wheels on Meals alongside Jackie Chan, while co-producing Superfights and Bloodmoon to amplify authentic fight choreography and genre-defining thrills for international markets.Laura Perez is an Austin-based filmmaker, producer, and director at Alma Libre Films, LLC, renowned for crafting underrepresented stories in features and documentaries like The Place in Between and American Orange. Blending her law degree with hands-on production savvy, she co-wrote and co-produced the award-winning Harvest of Redemption, securing nationwide U.S. distribution and festival acclaim, while innovating low-budget strategies to reach targeted audiences through authentic, efficient content delivery.Keith Vitali, a three-time World Karate Champion and Black Belt Hall of Famer, is a pioneering actor, producer, and martial arts icon who co-starred in blockbusters such as Revenge of the Ninja (MGM-distributed worldwide) and Wheels on Meals alongside Jackie Chan, while co-producing Superfights and Bloodmoon to amplify authentic fight choreography and genre-defining thrills for international markets.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Coby Rich is a Houston-based filmmaker, writer, and multifaceted digital media producer with over a decade of experience in directing, editing, cinematography, and production. A true "Swiss army knife" of the industry, Rich has honed his craft across social media and independent projects, drawing inspiration from the vibrant undercurrents of his hometown. In 2024, he made waves with Ridin' Dirty, a pulse-pounding crime short he wrote and directed under Get Rich Productions."When three unlikely strangers find $2 million in stolen money it sets them on a thrilling adventure dodging criminals, corrupt cops and an embattled US Senator through Houston’s underground. Will they survive the night?In this proof of concept short film we find our antagonists, the Barnes brothers, on their way to steal the big payday that sets our story in motion."Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content.You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. Be our Patron - https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We caught up with Mo on the red carpet! Motivate pictures cleaned up on awards this year! "Maurice Moore is a “storyteller”, who at an early age received a life changing opportunity when Steven Spielberg cast him in the Academy Award nominated classic “The Color Purple”. This fueled his passion to become an actor, then ultimately a producer and filmmaker. Maurice went on to hone his talent on the stage and screen working in productions from Austin to Los Angeles.After a decade-long stint in Los Angeles where he found success as a producer, filmmaker and screenwriter Maurice took his valuable business experience to Austin, TX where he created Motivate Pictures. Within the first five years of its existence Maurice, working alongside filmmaker Alex Rios, has turned Motivate Pictures into a multi-award-winning production company including films such as “The Devil Inside Us”, “Deja Vu” and “The Place She Dwells”. With that success Motivate Pictures has expanded globally and created Motivate Pictures Europe! Maurice and his team have gone on to produce critically acclaimed projects all over Europe that include “Skills”, “The Heist”, “Light”, “Blue”, and “Cold Love”. Maurice’s recent feature film, the psychological thriller “Finding Solace”, will hit theaters in 2025. Motivate Pictures exciting upcoming slate of projects “King of the World”, “Dark Sunlight”, “Killdeer”, and “Founding Father” are expected to keep audiences on the edge of their seats and entertained for years to come. It shouldn’t go without mentioning Maurice is also the Founder and Acting Coach of the nationally acclaimed Austin based Breathe Acting Studio." Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Keith Vitali is a legendary figure in the world of martial arts, born on December 24, 1951, whose journey began in 1971 at the University of South Carolina. A former track star who shattered state records in cross-country, Keith traded his athletic scholarship for a passion ignited by his first Tae Kwon Do class under instructor John Roper. Earning his first-degree black belt in just two years, he founded the university's karate club, one of the nation's earliest collegiate programs.Over the next decade, Keith dominated the competitive scene, amassing over 1,000 fights, securing three consecutive U.S. National Karate Championships from 1978 to 1980, and claiming the World Karate title. Ranked the #1 full-contact fighter in the USA and inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame as Fighter of the Year in 1981, he was hailed by Black Belt Magazine as one of the top 10 fighters of all time, gracing more than a dozen national magazine covers with his explosive power and precision. Transitioning seamlessly to the silver screen, Keith became a staple in martial arts cinema, starring in iconic films like Revenge of the Ninja alongside Sho Kosugi—sparking the 1980s ninja craze with its nationwide theatrical release—and Wheels on Meals with Jackie Chan, Benny Urquidez, and Sammo Hung.His action-packed resume also includes No Retreat, No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers, American Kickboxer, and Superfights. Beyond the ring and reel, Keith is an acclaimed author of instructional books like Winning Tournament Karate and Bully-Proof Your Child, and a dedicated child advocate through his K.V. Video Productions, creating safety videos that made headlines in outlets like USA Today. As the first president of the South Carolina Karate Hall of Fame, Keith continues to inspire generations with his unbreakable spirit and commitment to empowerment. Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFestWe're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Ericka has a conversation with Grandmaster Harris on the red carpet during Austin Action Fest & Market 2025."Grandmaster Samuel Harris was given the name "Ming Sam" by the late Grandmaster Moy Yat. Grandmaster Ming Sam trained extensively in the art of Ving Tsun under Grandmaster Moy Yat for 8 years, including private instruction. He became a formal disciple of his Sifu Moy Yat in 1996 where he learned the finer aspects of Ving Tsun Kung Fu through his sifu's teaching of "Kung Fu Life". This method of learning Ving Tsun inspired Grandmaster Ming Sam to open his own Ving Tsun school using the very same principles as taught by his Sifu.The school was eventually opened in Fort Washington, Maryland and named "Ming Sam Ving Tsun Kung Fu" in honor of Grandmaster Moy Yat's belief that Kung Fu must become one's own. Today Grandmaster Ming Sam continues to pass on his sifu's idea of "Kung Fu Life" to his family, his students and his disciples. He remains very close with the immediate Moy Yat family as well as respected by Great Grandmaster Ip Man's son Grandmaster Ip Ching. Grandmaster Ming Sam had the honor of an exclusive visit with the Moy family to Hong Kong and Foshan, China for the grand opening of the Ip Man Tong in 2002. Now he is one of several of Grandmaster Moy Yat's last teaching disciples found today."To find more info on Grandmaster Harris - https://www.youtube.com/@UCKtF_yC4jxDJkvShAsHI0rg https://www.instagram.com/minghousevingtsun https://www.facebook.com/steven.nativi Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest Be our Patron - https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We’re celebrating the screenings of No Retreat, No Surrender 1 & 3, and Keith drops some absolute gems:From journalist to Hollywood writer/producer/stuntman How he became a world-renowned watch expert (yes, really!) Riding Triumph motorcycles and why they’re the real deal Teaching kids martial arts (he’s a black belt in Isshinryu) AND creative writing Why martial arts is the ultimate confidence-builder and “moving meditation” The problem with modern action movies: all flash, no soul His mission to bring back 80s/90s-style action films that actually MEAN something If you love classic martial-arts cinema, Bruce Lee ghost-training scenes, and real talk about what made those movies magical, this interview is pure gold.Featuring Keith Strandberg & Keith Vitali in the house at Austin Action Fest!Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFestWe're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. Be our Patron - https://www.patreon.com/AustinAction Action Connect with us: X (https://x.com/AustnActionFest)  | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/austinactionfest/) | Email (mailto:[email protected])Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Violence Conductor and Generally Irritable weigh in on whether this movie is worth your time or a Jurassic waste of it."Zora Bennett leads a team of skilled operatives to the most dangerous place on Earth, an island research facility for the original Jurassic Park. Their mission is to secure genetic material from dinosaurs whose DNA can provide life-saving benefits to mankind. As the top-secret expedition becomes more and more risky, they soon make a sinister, shocking discovery that's been hidden from the world for decades."Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Get ready to mainline some cinematic adrenaline with the Action Addicts Podcast, where Maurice Moore, the genius behind Motivate Pictures, serves up a weekly dose of filmmaking realness with a side of snark. Forget the fluffy film school lectures—Maurice, who hustled from dreamer to award-winning producer, drags you into the chaotic, thrilling world of indie filmmaking.Maurice dives into the heart of art, culture, and crafting films that don’t suck, delivering the kind of savage insights that’ll wake you up. Whether you’re a wannabe filmmaker, a cinephile with taste, or just someone with a dream and a chip on their shoulder, this pod’s got your number. Tune in for behind-the-scenes dirt and the spark to quit slacking and make something epic. Subscribe now to the Action Addicts Podcast—unless you’re fine with being creatively comatose.Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. Be our Patron!Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Was this movie worth sem fiddy? I'll let y'all know. Tune in and drop your thoughts on the film in the comments. Also I've been told by MANY people that I look like Anthony Mack. Is that true?"Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red."Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Christine W. Chen is an acclaimed film producer, director, and writer, recognized for her unique storytelling approach. She holds a B.A. from Rice University and an MBA from the University of Texas McCombs. Since embarking on her filmmaking journey in 2010, Chen has crafted over 15 short films and two feature films, notably the feminist thriller "Erzulie," which has garnered attention for its fresh take on mermaid mythology. Her films have been showcased at prestigious festivals such as the New Orleans Film Festival, Hollyshorts, and the Bermuda International Film Festival. In addition to her work behind the camera, Chen is a full-time DGA QL 1st Assistant Director and has contributed to the film industry through her self-published book "Get Reelisms," aimed at aspiring filmmakers. She is the CEO of Moth to Flame Films, a company focused on producing unique stories for businesses, artists, and musicians.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Kale Howell is the founder of Cinestruct, a company known for its innovative approach to supporting independent filmmakers through its Cinevite platform. Launched in spring 2024, Cinestruct's initiatives include the Debut program, which partners with film festivals to spotlight emerging talents and provide them with industry mentorship and community engagement opportunities. Notable for his entrepreneurial ventures in the film industry, Howell has been instrumental in creating a supportive ecosystem for filmmakers, combining marketing, fundraising, and community building tools. His work has been highlighted in various media, showcasing his commitment to fostering new cinematic voices. Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

"The true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar  @robbiewilliamsvideos  " Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. Be our Patron - https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

What are your top 3 Christmas movies of all time? We weigh in! You'll be surprised at some of the gems that make the list. Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Maonocaster AM100 Interface/MAONO AU-MH601Studio Headphones Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. Be our Patron - https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We watched the movie. We weigh in.  It's not worth your top dollar....Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Join us while we interview actress, Hristiana Soula! We can't wait to chat with her about her recent role in "MAD" by Sheilava, gaming, and her next acting adventures.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Join us as we interview producer & director, Matt Poitras! We'll be talking to him about his latest & upcoming projects.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Was this movie any good? It's getting trashed. Let's talk about it.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We'll be interviewing Writer & Director, William Instone! We'll talk to him about "Caught In My Eye", his upcoming film, as well as "Butcher's Bluff", his previous work. Join us for LIVE Q&A!Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Join us as we interview Producer, Director, & Writer James Drake Coleman! We'll be talking to him about his latest feature film, "Isolation".   Isolation Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6o0Kwi6qMwU Isolation Indiegogo Link: https://streamyard.com/x9yxah92c8Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Violence Conductor and Generally Irritable breakdown the newest movie in the M-She-U. SPOILERS!!!Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We are busy updating things here in Austin.  Here are a few updates.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Join Ericka and Ben for a conversation with Producer Chris Debiec of Civilized Entertainment and Founder of Texas Media Coalition - A Political Action Committee working to build a sustainable tax-incentive program here in Texas. They'll discuss the future of AI in films, tax credits and the politics of filmmaking.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

"An Austin based film director, screenwriter and producer. After graduating from the University of Texas, I have worked my way up in the Austin Film Industry, working as a production coordinator, art department coordinator, and production manager for such clients as SXSW, Atmosphere TV and NBC. With years of this valuable hands-on experience in film production in addition to my longtime development as a writer and storyteller, I started Red Herring Productions. To date, our produced projects have included high budget short films THESE HANDS WERE MADE FOR KNOCKN' and UP ON THE HOUSETOP, with several feature films in development. Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

This is one of the most polarizing films ever to be released in the MCU. The M-She-U hasn't gone over well with fans....but is this film really that bad? Or are people just raging because they don't like Brie Larson and or Disney as a company? Let me know what you think below. As for me...Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We were blessed to have Nikki Ackerman of Kitiara Blue Media attend the fest and discuss some of the ins and outs of script writing with us. We are considering putting together a more formal educational course based on her expertise.   "U.S. Army veteran Nikki Ackerman needed an outlet for her own work. She soon discovered that there was a need to help other aspiring screenwriters in her area, or those that had a story but didn’t know how to tell it. Nikki didn’t always dream of opening her own business. However, she has always had a knack for helping others. Evident in her resume. While in Landshtul, Germany awaiting an outpatient procedure, she made up her mind it was time to get on with her education. Despite being a lifelong University of Florida fan, and due to family commitments, she ended up attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR). That’s where she discovered screenwriting, thanks to Dr. Dave Jauss, one of her many mentors. After receiving her BA in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing and a minor in Film Studies, Nikki decided if she was going to do to grad school it was now or never. Enrolling that very summer at Full Sail University, she pushed through a few rough patches and eventually earned her MFA in Creative Writing for the Entertainment." @KitBlueMedia www.KitiaraBlueMedia.com   We also had a special message from our sponsor "Women In Film & Television Austin" and Kirtana Banskota. "Kirtana Banskota is an award-winning, first-generation Nepali- American filmmaker who loves applying her global-grown work ethic to the world of film and media. She thrives in working with underrepresented communities alongside women, people of color, and the LGBTQ community while seeking to promote themes of passion, social impact, and integrity in all of her work. She is a Producer, Director, Actor, and Philanthropist. Women In Film & Television Austin brings Austin’s robust female identifying creative community together. We are a collective of creators who value and foster alliances with each other and within the community. We actively support and empower members through professional educational programming, networking events, development opportunities, creative collaborations and mentoring. With the support of each other and our male and nonbinary allies, we will create parity across all media." @kirtanabanskota @wiftaustin www.wiftaustin.org   Special thanks to @shotlister5715 @iPitchTV @writerduet @MeridianHiveMeadery , Kitiara blue Media and Backstage for supplying our event with gifts and our winners with prizes! Standard Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest Shure Mics Rode Go II Panasonic GH5S Be our Patron! We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. We also want to start producing more educational content and film reviews in general. Please support us at https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Austin Action Fest and Friends podcast educates and entertains filmmakers and film fans alike. We bring in a variety of guests and talk about the craft of filmmaking as well as the business side of showbusiness. If you're an Indie filmmaker you should be listening! Today's podcast features Nina Ameri of Ameri Law P.C., an entertainment attorney based in California. Nina has decades of experience in the field of entertainment and intellectual property protection. Her client list includes top tier talent. In addition to her law practice and being a highly sought after public speaker, Nina also serves on the board of Women Creating Change, an organization that works to empower female filmmakers.   Youtube link -  @AmeriLawPC  Website - https://amerilawpc.com/ IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2960746/   Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X - Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. Be our Patron! You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival & market costs inexpensive for indie filmmakers. Please support us at https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Joe Barajas is CEO of Regardless Productions, a video production company that specializes in producing, creating and consulting commercials, animation, professional how-to videos, short films and feature-length films. Regardless Productions specializes in walking a project from inception all the way to completion. They are known for finishing projects regardless of the obstacles presented. A majority of the people they are able to employ either still reside in Texas or started out when they lived in Texas, even if they have now moved out of the state. Joe believes that what sets them apart is that they try to create a family atmosphere and connect not just with their clients but with talent and crew. Be our Patron! We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. We also want to start producing more educational content and film reviews in general. Please support us at https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Erik Bernard of Rebel6 Films and TLG Motion pictures joins us again during our 2021 panel.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

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Assistant Director for Film and T.V. including “Support The Girls”. "Michelle Millette went to The Massachusetts College of Art & Design where she took one look at the terribly competitive and cut throat illustration majors and ran screaming - straight into the arms of the experimental film school. Since then, Millette has been professionally working in the film industry (yes, actually getting paid) as a 1st Assistant Director (and AD). Another Texas resident, Millette continues to be prolific in her field and prove why Texas is the Bestest.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Animation Professional. Clean up Artist/Inbetweens and Assistant Animator “The Amazing World of Gumball” and Sylvain Chomets “The Illusionist” at Ink Digital. Co-directed, Animated, and Designed on “Drawing Inspiration”, a short directed by Timothy Mc Court. Wesley Louis has created some truly amazing work.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Kyle makes stuff and doesn't do anything else, ever. He specializes in writing and storytelling, and out of necessity, picked up skills in illustration, animation, cinematography, editing, special effects, web design, costume design, prop building, and 3D modeling along the way. He has made great use of this knowledge by devoting all his time to making internet videos. DoorMonster has done Monstrous numbers in their crowdfunding, raising almost 200k over a couple fo campaigns alone. We look forward to seeing what this central Texas based creative company will do in the future.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Committed to producing thought-provoking entertainment that will make solid financial returns by utilizing every avenue of content distribution available. The writers and filmmakers at TLG have produced award-winning films and screenplays, and with our network of international collaborators, we aim to bridge the gap between mega-budget studio pictures and the niche market of independent film. Erik resides in Texas and is constantly producing quality content.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Alex runs the #1 filmmaking and Screenwriting podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Indie Film Hustle. He is a filmmaker, author and founder of Indie Film Hustle and Bulletproof Screenwriting. The crew sat down with him, Covid style to discuss distribution, filmmaking in a Covid world, CATS and Star Wars.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

JENNIFER HUTCHINS has been producing hit shows, distributed film & high-profile branded content for over a decade including over 200 episodes of television for ABC, CBS, CNN, A&E, Spike, TLC, Syfy, Discovery, Speed, and NatGeo. Some of her highlights are having produced two separate series with magician Criss Angel - 100 episodes of "Criss Angel Mindfreak," and "Criss Angel BeLIEve"; and producing two separate car-themed shows with Adam Carolla - "The Car Show" and "To Catch A Car Guy." She has produced several TV shows in the paranormal space - Syfy's "Haunted Collector," and "Ghost Hunters International." Jennifer has also produced and directed for "Dr. Phil." Jennifer's highlighted feature films include, "Most Likely To Die" distributed by Mar Vista Entertainment, "Time Toys" directed by Mark Rosman (A Cinderella Story) starring Ed Begley Jr. (Pineapple Express), Greg Germann (Ally McBeal) , "Unfollowed" produced by Timur Bekmambetov (Night Watch) and Expendable Assets starring Jake Busey (Starship Troopers) and Ted McGinley (Married With Children). She is the founder of Austin Entertainment Business networking group.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We sit down with the talented Brian Satterwhite and get into the nitty gritty of music and film composing. Brian Satterwhite is a professional film composer based in Austin, Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Music with dual majors in Film Scoring and Composition from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. Brian's music has been featured in over one hundred and sixty short and feature films including The Next Kill (2018), The Lone Ranger (2013), Sushi: The Global Catch (2012), Switch (2012), Man On A Mission (2012), Artois The Goat (2009), Quarter to Noon (2008), The Children's War (2008), Cowboy Smoke (2008), Mr. Hell (2006), and the award-winning IMAX(TM) film Ride Around The World (2006). Brian's many accolades include twelve gold medals and four silver medals from the Park City Film Music Festival. Brian has composed a handful of scores for silent films performed by the Dallas Chamber Symphony including Metropolis (1927), The Cabinet of Dr. Calgari (1920), the Buster Keaton short film The Scarecrow (1920), and the Harold Lloyd feature A Sailor-Made Man (1921) which was a finalist for a Jerry Goldsmith Award in 2013. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0766418/Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Christopher Scollard was born on April 22, 1964 in New Rochelle, New York, USA as Christopher Fatone. He is known for his work on Star Trek: Insurrection (1998), Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) and Limitless (2011). He is currently VFX Supervisor on one an extremely popular tv show.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Christopher Scollard was born on April 22, 1964 in New Rochelle, New York, USA as Christopher Fatone. He is known for his work on Star Trek: Insurrection (1998), Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) and Limitless (2011). He is currently VFX Supervisor on one an extremely popular tv show.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Austin Action Fest & Market team got the chance to sit down with the very talented french filmmakers Anais Zborowski and Bob Fokoua and discuss their short action film, Ascension. Enjoy!Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We got the chance to chat with Roman, creator of Film Reframed, an online film education founded by passionate industry professionals who had questions that traditional film schools just couldn't answer. Roman had a bunch of into to drop on the clan and we think you'll walk away with a little better understanding of film and framing after this! https://www.filmreframed.com/ @filmreframedLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

Benjamin Redic and Danyelle Weatherford of Austin Action Fest & Friends had a chance to chat with THE Joanne Butcher. Joanne is exceptionally talented at raising money and guiding filmmakers down a path of success that focuses on putting money in their pocket and moving their careers forward. You don't want to miss this one. Watch her podcast and learn about doing good business here - @filmmakersuccess5376 Book a Session with Joanne here! https://filmmakersuccess.as.me/schedule.php Sign up for updates on the book - https://joannebutcher.com/ https://www.filmmakersuccess.com/The-Filmmakers-Life-Home " a film producer and business coach to independent filmmakers, teaches fundraising, film financing, and screenwriting. She has worked extensively with hundreds of filmmakers from the U.S., U.K., Brazil, Cuba, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Currently, her clients’ work includes 46 feature-length films (narrative and documentary), a PBS series, and several shorts, in various stages of development. Previously, Joanne was director of the Alliance Cinema on Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, IFP/Miami, and a founder of IFP/National. She created and spearheaded the Florida Statewide Film Competition that provided $200,000 cash and services to a winning feature film. Joanne worked as a global marketing consultant for YouTube, eventually running their U.K. movie rental unit and collaborating with engineers and curatorial teams around the world. Joanne’s mentors include James Schamus (producer/screenwriter for Ang Lee’s THE ICE STORM and CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON); Ted Hope (producer, IN THE BEDROOM, 21 GRAMS); Laura Bickford (producer, TRAFFIC), and Lucy and Luis Carlos Barreto, who have made more than 200 films in Brazil and produced two filmmaker sons, both Oscar-nominees. Joanne is an internationally renowned speaker, and writes regularly on filmmaking." Gear List: Microphone - Maono PD400X USB/XLR Mic - Get %10 off ➡️Here: https://www.maono.com/?ref=vmwwa2qg Use code - AustinActionFest Be our Patron! We're shooting for 1,000 subs so Please Subscribe, Comment and Share the content. You can support our work of educating filmmakers on the business side of showbusiness and keeping our festival and market costs affordable. We also want to start producing more educational content and film reviews in general. Please support us at https://www.patreon.com/AustinActionLike and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

The Misadventures of Mistress Maneater starring Lorrisa Julianus and Mickey O'Sullivan, directed by CJ Julianus. Ava Moriarty, Art History PhD dropout-turned-, wants OUT. But there's no safeword for golden handcuffs. When her mobster ex gives her 30 days to repay a massive loan, she's forced to agree to one last job--seducing and extorting "Father Dracula," a small town Episcopal priest. Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])

We're interviewing writer, director, actor, & editor, William Instone.  William has directed a number of action oriented horror films including his newest work Butcher's Bluff.Like and subscribe. Comment below and let us know what you think! Who do you want us to bring on next? Let us know.Action Addicts Podcast© 2025 Action Addicts Podcast. All rights reserved.Connect with us: X | Instagram | Email (mailto:[email protected])