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Janice Malone, Film Festival Radio, Bleav

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Film Festival Radio features top guests from the world of film festivals, television, movies, sports and politics. The show has a variety of A-list celebrities, as well as indie filmmakers. Show's tagline: "The show where superstars and future stars happily co-exist together."

18h ago

'Parading for the Dead': The Cultural Power Behind New Orleans’ Jazz Funerals with Jason Berry

Guest is Jason Berry – Award‑Winning Filmmaker, Author & Journalist, CITY OF A MILLION DREAMS Jason Berry is an acclaimed New Orleans filmmaker, author, and journalist. His documentary CITY OF A MILLION DREAMS: Parading for the Dead in New Orleans traces the rich, centuries‑long history of New Orleans jazz funerals and second‑line parades. Through music, ritual, and cultural memory, Berry reveals how the city honors its dead and celebrates the living in one of America’s most enduring traditions. This film is being released nationwide on local public television stations by American Public Television, and also available to stream on PBS.org and the PBS app. Check the website below for cities and stations that will be airing the film. WEBSITE: www.cityofamilliondreams.com TRAILER: -- https://youtu.be/44aV2Thx4eA?si=5VWgVX4YBOv74h7b #JasonBerry #NOLA #jazzfunerals #NewOrleansjazzfunerals #CityofaMillionDreams #NewOrleansculture #secondlineparades Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2d ago

FFR on KSHP RADIO 1400 AM/107.1 FM (Aug. 17, 2026)

Guests: Casey Carter – Filmmaker, TO USE A MOUNTAIN. Casey Carter is an independent filmmaker whose new feature documentary TO USE A MOUNTAIN explores communities across America grappling with the environmental, political, and emotional realities of nuclear waste storage, and how it's all affecting the people in various regions. Second guest is Jason Berry – Award‑Winning Filmmaker, Author & Journalist, CITY OF A MILLION DREAMS Jason Berry is an acclaimed New Orleans filmmaker, author, and journalist. His documentary CITY OF A MILLION DREAMS: Parading for the Dead in New Orleans traces the rich, centuries‑long history of New Orleans jazz funerals and second‑line parades. Through music, ritual, and cultural memory, Berry reveals how the city honors its dead and celebrates the living in one of America’s most enduring traditions. This film is being released nationwide on local public television stations by American Public Television, and also available to stream on PBS.org and the PBS app. Check the website below for cities and stations that will be airing the film. TRAILER: 'City of a Million Dreams' -- https://youtu.be/44aV2Thx4eA?si=5VWgVX4YBOv74h7b TRAILER: 'To Use a Mountain' -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1zGLU08keo #JasonBerry #NOLA #jazzfunerals #NewOrleansjazzfunerals #CityofaMillionDreams #NewOrleansculture #secondlineparades #CaseyCarter #ToUseaMountain @environmentaljustice #nuclearwastecrisis #investigativejournalism Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 6

The Making of FAREYE: A Conversation with Filmmaker Hayden Mclean

Today's guest is British Jamaican filmmaker Hayden Mclean, the writer and director behind the powerful new short film FAREYE — a striking, spiritually charged story that’s already generating buzz on the festival circuit. The film was shot entirely on location throughout the beautiful country of Jamaica. Fleeing the chaos of home, a young Jamaican boy finds refuge within a community guided by music, spirit and faith, awakening something deep within that will change the course of his life forever. FAREYE will make its official debut at the HollyShorts Film Festival on August 15th in Los Angeles, where audiences will get their first look at Hayden’s bold visual style and thoughtful storytelling. Hayden will be attending the festival for a Q&A after the screening. Two-time Grammy-nominated reggae artist Jesse Royal will make his screen acting debut. www.hollyshorts.com #Fareyeshortfilm #hollyshortsfilmfestival2026 #TCLtheater #Jamaica # JesseRoyal #reggaemusic #filmshort #hollyshortsofficialselection Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 28

Film Festival Radio on KSHP 1400 AM/107.1 FM (July 12, 2026)

best‑selling author and artist Sandra Magsamen, whose new book HELLO BABY celebrates the wonder, joy, and emotional connection that begins the moment a child enters the world. And later, we welcome Motown music legend Martha Reeves, the iconic voice behind classics that defined a generation. Martha is stepping back into the spotlight with SEARCHING, her first new album in 22 years, arriving August 14, 2026. www.marthareeves.net https://www.sandramagsamen.com/ #marthareeves #motownlegend #marthaandthevandellas #searchingnewalbum #RandBmusic #dancinginthestreet #heatwave ##NOLA #neworleans #chrisroe # DelfeayoMarsalis #sandramagsamen #hellobaby #childrensbook #bestsellingauthor #earlychildhooddevelopment #parenting #newbornbaby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 21

Behind the Ashes: Tom Barbor‑Might and Tom Hiddleston Bring Pompeii’s Final Hours to Life

Guest is Tom Barbor‑Might — the showrunner and director behind National Geographic’s powerful new three‑part docudrama Pompeii: Out of Time. Hosted by award-winning actor Tom Hiddleston, Pompeii: Out of Time guides viewers through a gripping, time‑spanning investigation that blends cutting‑edge archaeology, dramatic reenactments, and a narrative that moves between ancient Rome and the present day. July 22, 2026 — Pompeii: Out of Time premieres on the National Geographic channel July 22nd and begins streaming on Disney+ and Hulu on July 23rd. Trailer: https://youtu.be/7k52aJRs3gA?si=jFX-7VSgCCZ6FzMa #PompeiiOutofTime #TomBarborMight #TomHiddleston #Loki #NationalGeographicdocudrama #historicaldocudrama #Pompeiidocumentary Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 17

From Script to Screen: Director Andy Palmer and Dylan Friedman Break Down New Film LAST SHOT

Today we’re shining a spotlight on the new independent film LAST SHOT and the creative team bringing its intensity to life. Joining me is director Andy Palmer, whose sharp visual style and storytelling have made him a standout voice in indie filmmaking. And with him is actor Dylan Friedman, who delivers a gripping performance as Cadan — a character layered with emotion, conflict, and mystery. I’m excited to dive into the making of this film and the journey behind it with both of them. https://vegassummerleagueevents.com/film/last-shot/ #LastShotindependentfilm #AndyPalmerdirector #DylanFriedman #LasVegasSummerLeagueFilmFestival #comingofagefilm #JamiePressly #NBA #NBASummerLeague #movieprimere Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 14

A Legendary Comeback: Martha Reeves on Rediscovering Her Voice in SEARCHING

After more than two decades, Martha Reeves, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icon is returning with her first new album at nearly 85 years old, proving her influence, voice, and cultural impact are as powerful as ever. The new album SEARCHING, debuts August 14th, and the first single "To Know You Is to Love You," is currently available. The legendary Motown powerhouse whose timeless hits with Martha Reeves & The Vandellas include “Dancing in the Street,” “Heat Wave,” “Jimmy Mack,” and “Nowhere to Run.” Searching was recorded in New Orleans alongside acclaimed trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and co-produced by Marsalis and Reeves’ longtime manager Chris Roe, the soulful, jazz-infused new album blends Motown, jazz, gospel, blues, and deeply personal storytelling. Ms. Reeves and her long-time manager Chris Roe share more details about the making of this long-anticipated album in this interview. www.marthareeves.net #marthareeves #Searchingnewalbum #Motownlegend #firstalbum22years #WomenofMotown #Starspangledbanner #nationalanthem # #RockandrollHallofFame #MarthaandtheVandellas#ChrisRoe #Dancinginthestreet #Delfeayo Marsalis #WomensProfessionalBaseballLeague #WPBL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 9

Inside Film 'BABY DOE: A Conversation with Director Jessica Earnshaw

The film BABY DOE examines the case of Gail Ritchey, a woman from a conservative Christian community in rural Ohio who, thirty years ago, gave birth to a baby she believed to be stillborn and subsequently left the newborn in the woods. Thirty years later, her quiet suburban life was upended when DNA evidence linked her to the infamous cold case known as "Geauga's Child," leading to her arrest for murder. Baby Doe opens July 10 at DCTV Firehouse Cinema in New York City for a week-long run, with Los Angeles screenings to follow on July 14 and 15. The film will screen in San Francisco at The Roxy on July 19 with additional locations planned, including Seattle, Houston and other cities. Our guest is award-winning filmmaker/director Jessica Earnshaw. Emmy-winning actress Sarah Paulson serves as executive producer of this film. Trailer: https://youtu.be/FsZbScvIYcE?si=H25DRnaNTSMZWQFI www.babydoefilm.com #babydoedocumentary #GeaugasChild #GailRitcheycase #babydoecase #jessicaearnshaw #investigativefilm #truecrimefilm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Film Festival Radio features top guests from the world of film festivals, television, movies, sports and politics. The show has a variety of A-list celebrities, as well as indie filmmakers. Show's tagline: "The show where superstars and future stars happily co-exist together."

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Janice Malone, Film Festival Radio, Bleav
Years Active

2022 - 2026
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