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Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

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Step into the world of independent film with Filmmaking Conversations with Damien SwabyFrom established industry voices to the filmmakers of tomorrow, Damien Swaby opens up conversations that spark ideas, share experiences, and celebrate creativity in all its forms.

Each episode offers listeners both inspiration and practical takeaways, leaving them better equipped to bring their own stories to life.With a loyal and growing audience of passionate filmmakers and film lovers, Filmmaking Conversations has become a trusted space for authentic dialogue and fresh perspectives on the art of storytelling.

Join us—and discover why this podcast is resonating with the community shaping the future of film.

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  • Ep 267: Between the Notes: Mark Watters & Eastman’s Soundtrax Vision

    Ep 267: Between the Notes: Mark Watters & Eastman’s Soundtrax Vision
    Sep 28 2025
    Show Notes In this episode, I sit down with Mark Watters to talk about a life lived in music: from Disney, Pixar, and Olympic scores, to his role today at Eastman School of Music, where he oversees the Beal Institute for Film Music and Contemporary Media. We get deep into the Eastman Film & Media Festival—how it started, what it’s become, and why Rochester, NY is fast becoming a home for composer communities and cinematic sound.Mark reveals:His early obsession with film music (yes, Star Wars fourteen times just for the score)How “The Art & Craft of Music for Animation” ended up as a session at Soundtrax, hosted by him. Soundtrax Film Music Fest+1Why the Eastman Festival is more than panels and concerts—it’s an immersive space for composers to test ideasHis thoughts on legacy, mentorship, and how teachers and students exchange influenceThe way he listens now—and how that listening echoes what first drew me into musicWe also weave in my own origin story: discovering Mo’ Better Blues via BBC Two, being changed by Terence Blanchard’s trumpet, and inviting back Cynda Williams (as Clarke Bentancourt, and on “Harlem Blues”) because she embodies that space between story and song.As part of this musical conversation, I reference how The South Bank Show elevated composers through storytelling, and I end with a poetic note on Rochester—where winter winds and Eastman echoes make composition both memory and promise.Soundtrax Highlights to MentionFrom the Soundtrax Film Music Festival (October 16–18, 2025, at Eastman / Rochester) schedule: Soundtrax Film Music Fest“The Art & Craft of Music for Animation” — hosted by Mark Watters in Kilbourn HallFilm Scores Live! — Terence Blanchard with E-Collective & Gateways Festival Orchestra in Kodak HallJohn Williams Reimagined — concert of Williams’ themes rearranged for flute, cello, piano University of Rochester Calendar+1Interstellar in Concert — live performance of the Zimmer/Nolan score in Rochester’s Third Presbyterian Church visitrochester.com+1W: Soundtrax Film Music FestivalUse Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:25% Off More Labshttps://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Strong Coffee Companyhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off Tusslehttps://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Eric Javitshttps://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY25% Off Quantum Energy Squarehttps://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Long Tablehttps://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off HyperNaturalhttps://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off wearplaygroundhttps://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off STAND+https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY10% Off Molly Bzhttps://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY41% Off Cozy Earthhttps://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABYX (Twitter): @DamienSwaby https://x.com/DamienSwaby/status/1864468655582437405Instagram: @filmmaker__damien_swaby. https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker__damien_swaby/?hl=en
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  • Ep 266: The Food Matrix: Exploring Flavor, Film, and Creativity with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le

    Ep 266: The Food Matrix: Exploring Flavor, Film, and Creativity with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le
    Sep 26 2025
    📒 SHOW NOTESIn this episode of Filmmaking Conversations with Damien Swaby, Damien sits down with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, Ph.D., a food scientist, consultant, and author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered.Bryan’s career is a masterclass in curiosity-driven storytelling — one that filmmakers, storytellers, and creatives will find both inspiring and familiar.🎬 What’s inside this episode:A story worth filming: How Bryan’s 2,000-mile walk across America sparked his lifelong obsession with taste, survival, and the science of food.The art of structured storytelling: Why Bryan’s book 150 Food Science Questions Answered reads like a collection of perfectly crafted short films — each one with a setup, conflict, and resolution.From science to screen: Bryan’s collaboration with Emmy Award-winning filmmakers on The Food Matrix, exploring the philosophy and science of flavor.Bridging industries: How food science, media, and film all share a core principle — making complex ideas clear, engaging, and human.Big takeaways: Lessons from food science that resonate with filmmaking — clarity, curiosity, pacing, and respecting your audience’s attention.The central question: The deceptively simple obsession that drives all of Bryan’s work: What makes food taste good?📚 Along the way, we’ll spotlight some of the book’s most fascinating questions:Should you put hot food straight into the fridge?Is raw milk really safe to drink?Do soy and fish sauce need refrigeration once opened?Do canned and frozen fruits and vegetables actually lose nutrients?For filmmakers and creatives, this episode is a reminder that the best stories don’t always come from Hollywood. Sometimes, they come from a lab, a kitchen, or even a long walk across America.W: https://www.mendocinofoodconsulting.com/bryanquocleW: 150 Food Science Questions Answered: Cook Smarter, Cook BetterW: https://www.proceragin.comW: https://www.statesmenmarinades.comUse Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:25% Off More Labshttps://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Strong Coffee Companyhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off Tusslehttps://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Eric Javitshttps://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY25% Off Quantum Energy Squarehttps://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Long Tablehttps://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off HyperNaturalhttps://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off wearplaygroundhttps://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off STAND+https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY10% Off Molly Bzhttps://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY41% Off Cozy Earthhttps://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABYX (Twitter): @DamienSwaby https://x.com/DamienSwaby/status/1864468655582437405Instagram: @filmmaker__damien_swaby. https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker__damien_swaby/?hl=en
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  • Ep 265: Finding the Funny in Life’s Hardest Stories with Nicole Magerko

    Ep 265: Finding the Funny in Life’s Hardest Stories with Nicole Magerko
    Sep 22 2025
    🎙️ Episode IntroWhat happens when comedy collides with life’s most challenging topics? In this episode, host Damien Swaby sits down with Nicole Magerko — a Chicago-based comedy screenwriter, producer, and founder of Pine Grove Productions. Nicole’s work thrives at the intersection of humor and humanity, shining a light on aging, caregiving, and the often-overlooked everyday struggles that bind us together.From the personal turning point that inspired her company, to her evolving voice as a creator in the film and TV world, Nicole shares the realities of building a career that is both creatively fulfilling and socially resonant.📒 Show NotesIn this episode, you’ll hear about:🎬 The beginnings of Pine Grove ProductionsNicole opens up about how a quarter-life crisis led her to start a company dedicated to telling heartfelt, comedic stories about the human condition.💡 Why humor matters in heavy conversationsHow laughter can be a tool for connection when exploring subjects like aging, family caregiving, and identity.🛠️ The process behind the craftNicole shares her writing and producing approach — blending lived experience with creative storytelling to make work that feels both authentic and entertaining.🚀 Challenges and opportunities for emerging filmmakersWhat it takes to stand out in the crowded film and TV landscape, and how she’s navigating an evolving industry as a fresh voice.❤️ Life lessons from comedyWhy Nicole believes comedy is more than entertainment — it’s a way to confront fear, embrace imperfection, and build empathy.W: https://www.nicolemagerko.comUse Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:25% Off More Labshttps://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Strong Coffee Companyhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off Tusslehttps://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Eric Javitshttps://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY25% Off Quantum Energy Squarehttps://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Long Tablehttps://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off HyperNaturalhttps://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off wearplaygroundhttps://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off STAND+https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY10% Off Molly Bzhttps://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY41% Off Cozy Earthhttps://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABYX (Twitter): @DamienSwaby https://x.com/DamienSwaby/status/1864468655582437405Instagram: @filmmaker__damien_swaby. https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker__damien_swaby/?hl=en
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    33 m
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