Business of Film

Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator Victor Paguia joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss the craft of designing action for film and television. With more than two decades of experience, Victor shares how stunt teams collaborate with directors, use pre-visualization tools, balance safety with creativity, and create action sequences that support character and story. From working on major productions to maintaining innovation across 157 episodes of FBI, this conversation provides valuable insights for filmmakers, screenwriters, stunt performers, and anyone interested in the business and craft of modern filmmaking.
 
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Producer Matt Code joins The Business of Film Podcast to discuss how film and television production, financing, and distribution are changing. Drawing on years of industry experience, Matt explains the realities of financing independent films, the importance of cast and data in today's market, the role of international sales, and what aspiring filmmakers should focus on to build a sustainable career. This episode is packed with practical insights for producers, directors, screenwriters, and film students looking to understand the business side of modern filmmaking.
 
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What separates successful showrunners from everyone else? In this special episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman highlights lessons from acclaimed television creators and industry leaders, including Alan McCullough, Eva Anderson, Courtney A. Kemp, and Glenn Cockburn. Learn how hit TV series are structured, how compelling characters and cliffhangers keep audiences engaged, what goes into adapting books for television, and how agents evaluate scripts and help creators build lasting careers. A must-listen for screenwriters, filmmakers, producers, and anyone interested in the craft and business of television storytelling.
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In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Ubisoft lead writer Kyle Muir joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss the evolving craft of video game storytelling. From Far Cry 6 and Splinter Cell to the broader challenges of narrative design, Kyle breaks down how writing for games differs from television and film, how interactive storytelling changes the creative process, and why collaboration is essential in AAA game development. The conversation explores world-building, player psychology, non-linear storytelling, creative problem-solving, and the future of narrative-driven games.
 
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In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Emmy-nominated creator, writer, showrunner, and executive producer Courtney A. Kemp joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss her new Netflix series Nemesis. Best known for building the groundbreaking Power Universe, Kemp breaks down her creative process behind crafting compelling characters, intricate heist storytelling, and emotionally driven television that keeps audiences hooked.
 
Nemesis drops on Netflix today: May 14, 2026!
 
The conversation explores her journey from journalism to showrunning, writing for Netflix, managing large-scale productions, fostering new writing talent, and what it takes to create television with real momentum and staying power. Whether you’re a screenwriter, filmmaker, producer, or fan of prestige TV, this is an in-depth look at how modern hit series are built.
 
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In this episode of the Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman sits down with Eva Anderson, executive producer, co-showrunner, and writer of Apple TV+’s critically acclaimed series Margo’s Got Money Troubles. From adapting the bestselling novel with David E. Kelly and A24 to balancing comedy, drama, and nuanced social themes, Eva breaks down the creative and logistical realities of modern television production. The conversation explores writing rooms, casting, on-set rewrites, character-driven storytelling, and what aspiring writers can learn from navigating today’s evolving TV industry.
 
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In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman sits down with Glenn Cockburn, founder of Meridian Artists, one of Canada’s top agencies representing writers and directors, to break down the realities of screenwriting and navigating today’s film and television industry. From developing voice and structure to pitching, selling, and adapting to a contracting market, Glenn shares practical, experience-driven insights for writers looking to stand out and build a career. 
 
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In this episode, writer-producer Todd Friedman and director Andy Palmer break down the full journey of making an independent film, from personal story to festival premiere and distribution. They share insights on writing and producing Last Shot, casting and working with actors like Jaime Pressly and Michael Rapaport, and navigating the realities of indie film financing, production, and post. The conversation also explores festival strategy, audience targeting, and how filmmakers can take control of marketing and distribution in today’s evolving landscape.
 
Last Shot will make its world premiere as the opening night film at the Dallas International Film Festival on April 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Texas Theater.
 
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How do TV procedurals actually get made? Award-winning showrunner Alan McCullough pulls back the curtain on writers’ rooms, script development, and what it really takes to build a career in television. From Stargate to Private Eyes and The Spencer Sisters, this is a practical, insider look at how TV writing works.
 
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In this episode, seasoned publicist Angie Power (Route 504 PR) shares how publicity shapes the success of a film from development through release.
With over 25 years of experience, she breaks down the role of press strategy, the difference between publicity and marketing, and how the media landscape has evolved. From film festivals to social media and influencer outreach, this conversation explores how films gain visibility in today’s industry.
A must-listen for filmmakers looking to better understand how their work reaches an audience.
 
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