In this episode of the No Fixed Agenda Podcast, young filmmaker Jacob Hauge from Encinitas shares his journey and insights into creating his first film, 'My Eyes Only,' a coming-of-age movie about youth and social media. Jacob discusses the filmmaking process, casting, and the operations of his company, My Guy Studios, which also does videography in action and endurance sports categories. The conversation touches upon the challenges of independent filmmaking, the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry, and the importance of persistence and self-starter mentality for young entrepreneurs. They also explore the significance of unconventional marketing strategies and the potential for future projects. The episode provides a rich blend of personal anecdotes, professional advice, and industry insights.

00:00 Introduction to No Fixed Agenda Podcast

00:30 Meet the Guest: Jacob Hauge

01:50 Sponsor Message: Bubs Naturals

02:26 Jacob's Filmmaking Journey

03:10 Skateboarding Wipeouts and Surfing Struggles

06:39 From the Midwest to Endurance Sports

09:50 Creating 'My Eyes Only'

17:09 Casting the Perfect High School Movie

18:17 The Journey of Filmmaking: From Casting to Production

19:08 Challenges and Rewards of Independent Filmmaking

20:47 The Editing Process: A Two-Year Journey

21:34 Navigating Film Festivals and Distribution

24:40 Leveraging Social Media for Film Promotion

25:36 Future Projects and Aspirations

32:10 The Importance of Sweat Equity and Hard Work

35:45 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

MY EYES ONLY MOVIE:

https://youtu.be/Uee4mYLeW5M?si=USwpMn2x712MBv5P