GateCrashers Pod

Cat and Makayla
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GateCrashers Pod is a rebellion against the old Hollywood playbook. Hosted by filmmakers Makayla McIntosh and Cat Yudain this series spotlights the creators who didn’t wait for permission — they broke in, built their own systems, and changed the game. From vertical dramas and indie film financing to creative survival in an industry built on gatekeeping, Gatecrashers dives into the stories, strategies, and scars behind modern filmmaking and entertainment. Real talk. Raw journeys. No gatekeepers allowed. 🎬 Gatecrashers — because the future of film belongs to the ones who kick the doors open.

  1. 9 июн.

    Financing, and Luminaries, and Panels, Oh My!

    On today's SEASON FINALE episode, Cat and Makayla talk the Tribeca Storyteller Summit and fill you in on what they have going on this summer. A sincere thank you to all of you for coming along with us as we embarked on this first season. See you all in August! (Or September) 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@foxandsiren.productions⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@iammakaylamcintosh⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@catyudaintea⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠Siren Makayla Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack:⁠⁠⁠⁠Cat Yudain Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 Email: GateCrashers Podcast theme by the incomparable Derek Graham Sound //Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠DGSound.net⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@dgrahamsound

    43 мин.

  2. 2 июн.

    Heated Rivalry for the Girlies: A Shot At Love on Chera TV with director/writer Rachel Rose and DOP Belen Garcia

    What happens when you're the AD on a vertical series and the director gets fired mid-production? For Rachel Rose, it became the opportunity that changed everything. In this episode, Rachel Rose and cinematographer Belen Garcia share the unexpected journey that began when Rachel was forced to step into the director's chair for the first time on a vertical series. What could have been a production crisis became a defining career moment—one that helped pave the way for Rachel and Belen to create one of Chera TV's first lesbian love stories, A Shot at Love. The conversation explores how taking a chance, embracing uncertainty, and proving themselves in a rapidly growing industry opened new creative doors, including Rachel's role as co-writer on the highly rated debut series To Her Beat. From navigating the fast-paced world of vertical storytelling to championing authentic LGBTQ+ representation on screen, Rachel and Belen discuss the challenges, breakthroughs, and creative partnerships that have shaped their careers. They also dive into visual storytelling, building community within the indie film space, and why some of the biggest opportunities arrive when you're least expecting them. 🎬 In this episode:• Rachel's unexpected first directing job on a vertical series• Turning a production setback into a career breakthrough• Creating A Shot at Love for Chera TV• Bringing one of Chera's first lesbian love stories to the screen• Co-writing the hit debut series To Her Beat• The rise of vertical storytelling and micro-dramas• Director-DP collaboration and visual world-building• Building a sustainable career in independent film Sometimes the door doesn't open—you have to step through it when it suddenly appears. Learn more: 📱 Chera TV: https://www.cheratv.com 🎬 Watch the A Shot at Love trailer:https://www.instagram.com/p/DYSlhxIDDGD/ 🎥 Rachel Rose:Website: https://rachelronrose.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelronrose/ 📸 Belen Garcia:Website: https://www.belengg.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mabelengg/ 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production: ⁠⁠⁠@foxandsiren.productions⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠⁠⁠@iammakaylamcintosh⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠⁠⁠@catyudaintea⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack:⁠⁠⁠Siren Makayla Substack⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack:⁠⁠⁠Cat Yudain Substack⁠⁠⁠ 📩 Email: GateCrashers Podcast theme by the incomparable Derek Graham Sound //Website: ⁠⁠⁠DGSound.net⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@dgrahamsound

    58 мин.

  3. 26 мая

    Pirates! Self-Producing and Distributing an Independent Microdrama: making Under the Crimson Sails with Julie Bruns

    Raise the flag for today’s episode of GateCrashers! Today we sit down with Actor, Writer, Producer and absolute rockstar, Julie Bruns. She shares her experience getting into the world of indie filmmaking through her role as an associate producer for Crazy Eights, (a film competition in Vancouver to put it lightly), and takes us through the journey of writing, producing, and starring in the first indie vertical microdramas- oh, and she did it on a boat. Beneath Crimson Sails is now available on multiple platforms, and she isn’t stopping there. Get ready to be inspired by today’s episode!  Julie’s Links: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/julie.bruns/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatjuliebruns Threads: https://www.threads.com/@julie.bruns Beneath Crimson Sails social media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beneathcrimsonsailsvertical/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beneathcrimsonsails Threads: https://www.threads.com/@beneathcrimsonsailsvertical Link to the trailer (and to watch the show on muVpix): https://muvpix.com/watch-series/trailer-1/s-1 My Eviction playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqMWIAxVFUU&list=PLLspUw9LwTa9Wq3JWtrjWJSZ-7RNW-jmk Ada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drhtcW4NWLw 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production: ⁠⁠@foxandsiren.productions⁠⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠⁠@iammakaylamcintosh⁠⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠⁠@catyudaintea⁠⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack:⁠⁠Siren Makayla Substack⁠⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack:⁠⁠Cat Yudain Substack⁠⁠ 📩 Email: GateCrashers Podcast theme by the incomparable Derek Graham Sound //Website: ⁠⁠DGSound.net⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dgrahamsound

    1 ч. 2 мин.

  4. 19 мая

    [episode]30 and Flirty- All Things SAG-AFTRA/AMPTP Negotiation, the LA Vertical Drama Market, and some Reddit Questions

    In today’s THIRTIETH (!!!) episode, Cat and Makayla hit some hot topics and current events, including Makayla’s takeaways from the LA Vertical Drama Market, the proposed SAG/AMPTP agreement, some discourse from Reddit, and as always, an anecdote or two. 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production: ⁠@foxandsiren.productions⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠@iammakaylamcintosh⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠@catyudaintea⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack:⁠Siren Makayla Substack⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack:⁠Cat Yudain Substack⁠ 📩 Email: GateCrashers Podcast theme by the incomparable Derek Graham Sound //Website: ⁠DGSound.net⁠ Instagram: ⁠@dgrahamsound

    1 ч. 7 мин.

  5. 12 мая

    Thriving in Hollywood: Building Work with your Community with Phillip Smithey

    What does it really take to break into Hollywood when the odds (and the gatekeepers) are stacked against you? This week, we sit down with actor, writer, and creative force Philip AJ Smithey to talk about the reality behind building a career in entertainment. From navigating your early career (and a new market) to building a community that creates its own opportunities, Philip shares the mindset shifts, resilience, and sometimes a parking ticket or two that helped shape his journey. We dive into:✨ Turning rejection into momentum✨ Building confidence in an unpredictable industry✨ Why community is everything for creatives✨ Funding projects and making things happen independently✨ The power behind The Collaborative✨ Balancing ambition, creativity, and self-care Whether you’re an actor, filmmaker, artist, or someone chasing a dream outside the system, this episode is packed with honest insights and practical advice about forging your own path — and refusing to wait for permission. Today's Guest: Philip SmitheyIG: @philipsmitheyTikTok: @philipajsmitheyYouTube:LowBudgetShenanigansGrabBagComedy The Collaborative:The-Collaborative.proThe-Collaborative.net Hollywood Casting Studio:HollywoodCastingStudio.com 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production: @foxandsiren.productions 📸 Makayla: @iammakaylamcintosh 📸 Cat: @catyudaintea 📰 Makayla’s Substack:Siren Makayla Substack 📰 Cat’s Substack:Cat Yudain Substack 📩 Email: GateCrashers Podcast theme by the incomparable Derek Graham Sound //Website: DGSound.netInstagram: @dgrahamsound

    1 ч. 3 мин.

  6. 5 мая

    From Silence to Cinema: Upgrade Your Sound, Upgrade Your Story with Dave Chick

    In today’s episode, we sit down with  sound designer and composer, Dave Chick! Dave shares his journey from music school to film sound, the art of sound design in filmmaking, and how sound transforms a film. We’ll hear about his approach to collaboration, managing creative differences, and balancing versatility with specialization- his being in the horror comedy space . Discover the nuances of film scoring, the importance of relationships, and how to navigate a creative career in today's evolving landscape.  Connect with Dave: davechick.ca  🌐 Connect 🎬 Production ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/foxandsiren.productions⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/iammakaylamcintosh⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/catyudaintea⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://rebelwaves.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://catyudain.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ 📩 Email: ⁠⁠⁠foxandsirenproductions@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ GateCrashers Podcast theme by Derek Graham Sound Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Dgsound.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/dgrahamsound

    1 ч. 4 мин.

  7. 28 апр.

    Why You Should Bet on Yourself: One Year Check-In Since SeriesFest

    Should you just write the damn thing?This week on GateCrashers, we are reunited in LA for a meeting about our project, The Mercy Cage. We are finally back together in person since last year's SeriesFest (!!). We sit down to rehash where we started and where we are going.In today’s episode, we reflect on the wild ride of collaboration versus solo writing. How bouncing ideas off of each other not only fuels our creativity but also holds us accountable. We tackle decision fatigue together, and help one another get unstuck.Plus, we share the importance of protecting intellectual property in an industry where ideas can easily get tangled. Still figuring this out, but it feels good to share the journey with you all! Read more in our novel, The Mercy Cage:  https://open.substack.com/pub/sirenmakayla/p/prologue-the-mercy-cage?r=21niib&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/foxandsiren.productions⁠⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/iammakaylamcintosh⁠⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/catyudaintea⁠⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack: ⁠⁠https://rebelwaves.substack.com⁠⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack: ⁠⁠https://catyudain.substack.com⁠⁠ 📩 Email: ⁠⁠foxandsirenproductions@gmail.com⁠⁠ GateCrashers Podcast theme by Derek Graham Sound Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Dgsound.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/dgrahamsound

    33 мин.

  8. 21 апр.

    Krista Gano on Pitching Smarter, Not Spending Harder

    In this episode of Gatecrashers, we sit down with Krista Gano to break down what it really takes to pitch smarter, develop stronger scripts, and survive (and thrive) in today’s rapidly shifting entertainment industry. With a deep-rooted background in Hollywood—working alongside top-tier talent and shaping projects from the ground up—Krista brings invaluable insight into how creators can cut through the noise. From her early experiences to her current work guiding writers and filmmakers, she unpacks the real cost of weak development—and how getting the right feedback before pre-production can save you time, money, and creative burnout. We dive into the evolving power dynamic of the industry, where development is increasingly shifting into the hands of producers and creators rather than studios. Krista shares actionable strategies for crafting clear, compelling pitches, reducing friction in storytelling, and building projects that are both creatively strong and market-aware. She also brings her experience coaching creators at SeriesFest’s Pitch-A-Thon and on the road, offering a front-row perspective on what makes a pitch actually land in competitive, real-world settings. Plus, we explore: Why simplicity and clarity win in pitchingThe critical role of feedback and script consultingHow AI is impacting development and productionThe rise of vertical content—and why cinematic quality still mattersBuilding healthy, collaborative sets in a high-pressure industryHow to target audiences without losing your voiceIf you’re a filmmaker, writer, or creator looking to sharpen your pitch, protect your budget, and take control of your development process—this episode is your blueprint. 🎧 Gatecrashers is all about breaking the rules, bypassing the gatekeepers, and building the career you want—on your terms. 🎧 Guest: Krista Gano PITCHING WORKBOOK: https://www.workingartistgroup.com/pitch-ready-workbook Christa Gayno's Website - https://workingartistgroup.com/This Is How My Brain Works Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-how-my-brain-works/id1541234567 Series Fest - https://seriesfest.com 🌐 Connect 🎬 Production ⁠https://instagram.com/foxandsiren.productions⁠ 📸 Makayla: ⁠https://instagram.com/iammakaylamcintosh⁠ 📸 Cat: ⁠https://instagram.com/catyudaintea⁠ 📰 Makayla’s Substack: ⁠https://rebelwaves.substack.com⁠ 📰 Cat’s Substack: ⁠https://catyudain.substack.com⁠ 📩 Email: ⁠foxandsirenproductions@gmail.com⁠ GateCrashers Podcast theme by Derek Graham Sound Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Dgsound.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/dgrahamsound

    59 мин.
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GateCrashers Pod is a rebellion against the old Hollywood playbook. Hosted by filmmakers Makayla McIntosh and Cat Yudain this series spotlights the creators who didn’t wait for permission — they broke in, built their own systems, and changed the game. From vertical dramas and indie film financing to creative survival in an industry built on gatekeeping, Gatecrashers dives into the stories, strategies, and scars behind modern filmmaking and entertainment. Real talk. Raw journeys. No gatekeepers allowed. 🎬 Gatecrashers — because the future of film belongs to the ones who kick the doors open.

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  • Автор
    Cat and Makayla
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    33
  • Ограничения
    С ненормативной лексикой
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