Crash Zoom

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is our last episode. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past year. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the two weeks of the show.On this episode we discuss:Our favorite stories from the last yearMarvel Leaves Georgia (WSJ)Austin Butler is Healing (THR)Spec Script Boom (No Film School)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on Substack@slammie8You can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is our second to last episode. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past 9 months. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the two weeks of the show.On this episode we discuss:The Voice Actor's AI Dilemma (404 Media)WBD's Movie Quotas (Deadline)Duffers leave Netflix for Paramount (The Wrap)WGA Prepares for 2026 Bargaining (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.It's sad to say but this is one of our final episodes. It's been a wonderful run and we are so grateful for everyone who hast listened over the past 9 months. Be sure to follow Sammie and Aaron on social media to keep up with their work and please enjoy the last few weeks of the show.On this episode we discuss:Disney and AI (WSJ)Paramount's New Leadership (Variety)Seth MacFarlane on the Comedy Comeback (The Town)Dude Perfect Movie (Bloomberg)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Trump's AI Action Plan (White House)Showrunner AI (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Netflix hit animation film 'KPop Demon Hunters' (Business Insider)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The Cherry Lane Theatre reopens thanks to A24 (NYTimes)Metrograph Pictures Stops Releases (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The Venice Film Festival 2025You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Netflix Q2 Earnings (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:The early casualties of the Skydance-Paramount merger: Stephen Colbert and South Park (THR, Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Laika Studios wants a Re-Brand but will it work? (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:TCM's new "Special Relationship" with WBD (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists.We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:How AI is being taught in film school and the way students are pushing back (Ankler)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. We have a NEW FORMAT. Instead of covering 4-5 topics per episode we are now doing two episodes a week each covering one topic. It's leaner, meaner, but with the same hard-hitting context and analysis you've come to expect.On this episode we discuss:Korean Media Conglomerate CJ ENM announcing their new AI Kid's Show 'Cat Biggie' (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Will Theatres Last 20 Years? (Stephen Follows)Elio Flops (CNBC)AI Wins in Court (Variety)Denis Does Bond (The Insneider)NYT 100 Greatest Films of the Last 25 Years Reactions (NYTimes)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Steaming Overtakes Linear (Nielson)NEON invests in Crowdfunded film 'Shelby Oaks' (Indiewire)Emmy Submissions Drop...but Is it Really that Bad? (The Wrap)WBD Cuts David Zaslav's Salary (Gizmodo)NYTimes Top 10sYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sammie is on Vacation! So today, filmmaker Aaron Strand is joined with SPECIAL GUEST, actress, writer, producer Imani Vaughn-Jones. Together they discuss:Disney and Universal Sue Midjourney (The Wrap)Meta is replacing Ads with AI (Reuters)Met buys Scale AI (CNBC)Is Apple's 'F1 The Movie' Hot or Not? (Variety)Are Depictions of Wealth Ruining TV (Atlantic)You can check out Imani's work:IG: @ImanivaughnjonesTiktok: @imanivaughnjoneswww.imanivaughnjones.comYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom! Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:WBD Splits in Two (Hollywood Reporter)Lionsgate's plan to use Runway AI (Variety)Natasha Lyonne and Husband Bryan Mooser's AI Party (Vulture)Casting Directors are NOT Ok (Vulture)Stolen copy of 'The Day the Clown Cried' (Huff Post)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Netflix Saves Sesame Street (MSNBC)Google is making AI Propaganda (Film Stories)Is MAGA-TV a Thing? (Wired)Adult Cartoons Are Thriving (The Wrap)Matt Wolf on his Pee Wee Doc (Vulture)David Lynch Estate Auction (Juliens)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Memorial Day Box Office (The Wrap)The Slow Death of Cartoon Network (Bloomberg)The Rise of MUBI (Variety)LA Mayor Applies Band-Aid to Flesh Wound (Indiewire)Lionsgate selling Tickets through Tiktok (Indiewire)Matt Belloni (Puck)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Trump Tariffs (CNN )Jon Voight's Plan to Make Hollywood Great Again (Indiewire)We're talking about Fin-Syn!?! (Ankler)The death of Industry Arts and the Screenplay Exploitation Machine (Indiewire)Upfronts (The Dailies)Together Copyright Lawsuit (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we speak with writer/director Arfat Sheikh about his debut feature 'Saffron KingdomArfat on IG: @arfat_a_sheikhSaffron Kingdom on IG: @saffronkingdomfilmYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we speak with actress/writer/director Madison Hatfield about directing Vertical Dramas and her recent essay "The Billionaire Trope".Read The Billionaire TropeMadison on IG: @madhat31Madison's WebsiteYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:ATLFF Opening WeekendAaron's Top 5 Film Fest Tips (Number 2 will BLOW YOUR MIND)Bill Owens Steps down from '60 Minutes' as Trump puts pressure on the Paramount-Skydance Merger (The Wrap)The Data on Crew Diversity (The Ringer)Talent Migrates to the Creator Economy (Ankler)Cannes Late Additions (Variety)'The Studio' Episode 2 WatchalongYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:F the Haters, 'Sinners' is a HIT (NY Times)Michael Wolff's Zaslov Profile (New York Mag)WGA Report (THR)Oscar Voters Must Watch Films (Rolling Stone)Nickelodeon Releases New Show on Youtube (Ankler)China Limits US Films (Reuters)Hollywood Doesn't want to work with OpenAI (The Dailies)'The Studio' Watch-along (Yes we're very late but WYGD)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The Cannes 2025 Lineup (Indiewire)Seth Rogan calling out Steve Asbell (youtube)Art V. CommerceAnora's PVOD Success (The Wrap)SNL in the UK (Variety)Academy Awards recognize Stunt Design (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:In honor of Sam Mendes' FOUR Beatles Movies...Sammie tortures Aaron by making him name his Top 5 Favorite Music BiopicsCinemacon news:AMC CEW Adam Aron stops short of issuing a 45 Day Theatrical Ultimatum (Deadline)Did Warner Bros Co-Chairs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy get a Minecraft Reprieve? (World of Reel)Streamers invest $1bil into French Film and Television thanks to ARCOM (Deadline)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmGet tickets to Withdrawal HEREEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Updates from some of our favorite stories (Love it or Hate it?)Greg Hessinger will negotiate for the AMPTP (And why this is terrible for SAG-AFTRA!) (Deadline)Amy Pascal and David Heyman will Produce 'James Bond' (THR)Cinema Survey says: The Movies SUCK! (Variety)ChatGPT goes full Joker with Release of "Ghibli AI" (Slate)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The Top 5 Films Since COVIDIs AI Fair Use? (Deadline)Apple TV Blues (Puck)Sundance City Predictions (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Mike and Pam's Auteur Strategy at Warner Bros (Puck)Mark Duplass Self-Distribution (Indiewire)Namwali Serpell Claims a New Literalism is Destroying Movies (New Yorker)WGA and SAG Streaming Bonuses (Ankler)Miami Beach Mayor Threatens to Censor Indie Cinema (NPR)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Oscar Ratings (Vulture)Technicolor Out of Business (Variety)Crewstories IG sparks Anora Backlash...is it real? (Distractify)Sesame Street Layoffs (NPR)Ezra Edelman got SCREWED (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Oscar ReactionsIMAX Narnia "Nuclear Option" (Screenrant)AMC Hits Back (Deadline)Kathleen Kennedy Succession Drama (The Hollywood Reporter)Spotify Partners with Elevenlabs for AI Audio Books (Yahoo Finance)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:A few words about our TiktokOscar Predictions!Oscar AI Disclosure (Deadline)Oscars Streaming kills Linear (The Hollywood Reporter)The Broccolis Sell Bond' to Amazon (Deadline)Maya Hawke says Directors Cast Based on Instagram Followers!?!...Duh (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Berlinale Winners and Losers! (The Hollywood Reporter)Tyler Perry Casting Director does Damage Control (Deadline)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PLEASE NOTE: we apologize for the quality on Aaron's audio - this was an unexpected technical difficulty and is not the norm.Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:NY Tax Incentives (Deadline)Fulton County Arts Funding (Atlanta News First)AI Copyright Developments (Venture Beat)Cinema Trailer Legislation (Vulture)Ms. Rachel Goes Netflix (Netflix)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Is Indie TV Viable? (Ankler)Sundance Sales Disappoint (The Wrap)Save LA Petition/California Tax Credits (The Wrap)NBC-Universal is Restructuring (Deadline)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Sammie's first SundanceOscar Noms (The Atlantic)What Trump's War on DEI means for Indies (USA Today)Greta Gerwig's Theatrical Win over Netflix (Screenrant)Should Indie Streamers Bundle? (Indiewire)The Brutalist used a little AI and everyone is Freaking Out (Hollywood Reporter)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:The passing of David Lynch, and where he ranks in our Top 10 Greatest American Directors list.You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:LA Fires2025 Global Box Office Projections (Variety)Auteurs as IP? (Indiewire)A Wicked PVOD Narrative (Deadline)The death of Venu (Reuters)The Great Dumbing Down of Netflix (PCMag)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sammie is on vacation so we are inviting a special guest to the show, Evelyn Lorena. Evelyn is an actress and filmmaker who's most recent short film 'Gabriela' qualified for the 2025 Academy Awards.She takes through her film development, the health issues she suffered during production, and why post-production budgets are often overlooked by indie filmmakers.You can watch 'Gabriela' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no-20lBmOIAYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Welcome to Crash Zoom, join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On today's very special episode we look back on the crazy year in film in television that was 2024.You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Disney Cuts Transgender Storyline from 'Win or Lose' (The Hollywood Reporter)ABC's Trump Settlement (CNN)Ethical AI (Variety)Network TV is back! (Vulture)Barry Jenkins' Mufasa and the plight of the American Auteur (Vulture)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Early Season Cancellations (The Wrap)Sundance 2025 (Deadline)Luca Guadagnino's 'American Psycho' (Variety)WGA Writes a Letter...so scary! (Variety)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:Brand Focused Content with Sugar23 and Fifth Season (Deadline)Legal Battle over AI Voice Over (Puck)Ben Mezrich Hacks Hollywood (Vulture)Diego Mariscal Holding on to Hollywood (The Wrap)Picturestart Shakeup (Puck)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackYou can check out Aaron's work:@strandedonstage@withdrawalfilmEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:AI training on Hollywood (The Atlantic)Wicked Cellphone Vids (Variety)David Ehrlich review of 'Wicked' (Indiewire)Thanksgiving Box Office (Indiewire)Jeff Sagansky has Takes (Wrap)Lost John Ford Film Found! (Indiewire)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@behindtheslatepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:A newly discovered Spec Script (The Hollywood Reporter)WBD's outsourced 'Capability Center' (Puck)Sebastian Stan needs a friend (Buzzfeed)Ben Affleck on AI (Youtube)Fallout from the CamerImage Sexism Scandal (The Hollywood Reporter)You can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this episode we discuss:CW Layoffs (Deadline)Recent layoffs at the Academy film Archive (Indiewire)Trump Era M & A (The Hollywood Reporter)The Chrichton Estate vs The Pitt (Puck)Phoebe Waller-Bridge's latest project (Deadline)Come to Behind the Slate Live on November 20th at The Plaza Theatre in Atlanta GA for our special screening of John Flynn's 'Rolling Thunder'Get Tickets HereYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie on SubstackEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a new podcast from Behind the Slate. Join entertainment journalist Sammie Purcell and filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore the world of film and entertainment and how big picture changes affect the life and work of independent artists. On this debut episode we discuss:An AI disclaimer at the end of 'Heretic' (From an article in Variety)A recent study about an untapped Indie Film Market (Check out the study here)A listing of Hollywood Salaries (From The Hollywood Reporter)The death of LA Film (From The Hollywood Reporter)And A24's ever increasing budgets (From Deadline)Come to Behind the Slate Live on November 20th at The Plaza Theatre in Atlanta GA for our special screening of John Flynn's 'Rolling Thunder'Get Tickets HereYou can check out Sammie's work:Rough Draft AtlantaSammie's recent interview with director Sean BakerSammie on SubstackEmail us: [email protected] us on IG and Tiktok@crashzoompodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.