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A Conversation With, with host Floyd Marshall Jr, is for and about real independent filmmakers. We're going to sit back and chat with content creators doing amazing things and making their mark in the world of independent film and beyond. We're going to find out what makes these people exceptional creators in their spaces and we hope that you take something from our conversation and start your own. To your success!

  1. ACW EPS 167 - Lights, Camera, Claim It! | Christine Swanson on Filmmaking, TV Directing & Emotional Storytelling

    May 26

    ACW EPS 167 - Lights, Camera, Claim It! | Christine Swanson on Filmmaking, TV Directing & Emotional Storytelling

    Award-winning filmmaker and director Christine Swanson joins A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr. for a powerful conversation about filmmaking, television directing, emotional storytelling, independent cinema, and surviving Hollywood as a Black woman director. From studying under Spike Lee at NYU to directing acclaimed projects like The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel and Basement People, Christine shares practical insights for independent filmmakers looking to build sustainable careers in film and television. In this episode: How Christine Swanson broke into filmmakingThe difference between TV directing and film directingWhy emotional storytelling connects with audiencesThe realities of Hollywood gatekeeping and studio politicsHow filmmakers can thrive outside the Hollywood systemThe importance of mentorship, preparation, and relationshipsLessons from directing Basement PeopleTrauma, healing, and storytelling in Black communitiesAdvice for aspiring directors, writers, and indie filmmakers This episode is a masterclass for filmmakers, storytellers, screenwriters, directors, producers, and creatives looking for honest industry advice and inspiration. #AConversationWithFloydMarshallJr #FloydMarshallJr ================= Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 12m
  2. ACW EPS 166 - Dawn Halfkenny on Kountry Wayne, Tyler Perry & Building an Acting Career

    May 19

    ACW EPS 166 - Dawn Halfkenny on Kountry Wayne, Tyler Perry & Building an Acting Career

    Actress and producer Dawn Halfkenny joins Host Floyd Marshall Jr. for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, professionalism, and building a lasting career in Hollywood. From working as a stand-in on Tyler Perry Studios productions to starring in hit projects like Saints & Sinners, Tales, and collaborations with Kountry Wayne, Dawn shares the real journey behind her success in film and television. In this episode, Dawn discusses: • How she broke into the entertainment industry with no acting experience• Why set etiquette and professionalism matter in Hollywood• How rejection shaped her acting journey• The importance of networking and relationships in filmmaking• Lessons learned from Tyler Perry sets and independent productions• Why creators should build their own platforms instead of waiting for Hollywood• Her transition into producing and creating opportunities for others This episode is packed with practical advice for actors, filmmakers, producers, and independent creatives looking to build sustainable careers in entertainment. If you’re passionate about storytelling, filmmaking, acting, or content creation, this conversation delivers motivation, industry insight, and actionable gems you can apply immediately. Follow Dawn Halfkenny on all social platforms to keep up with her latest projects, films, and upcoming releases. ================= Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 3m
  3. Meosha Bean: Award-Winning Filmmaker on Horror, Ownership, and Building M.V.B Films | From YouTube to Hollywood

    Apr 28

    Meosha Bean: Award-Winning Filmmaker on Horror, Ownership, and Building M.V.B Films | From YouTube to Hollywood

    What does it take to go from a teenage creator with a camera to an award-winning filmmaker, director, and CEO? In this powerful episode of A Conversation with Floyd Marshall Jr., we sit down with Meosha Bean—a filmmaker, actress, entrepreneur, and founder of M.V.B Films Productions—to break down her journey through the film industry, creative ownership, and storytelling in the horror genre. From building a YouTube audience with viral horror shorts to directing films, launching the Creator to Creators podcast, and producing impactful projects like Church Hurt, Meosha shares the real blueprint behind longevity in film. 🎬 What You’ll Learn in This Episode How Meosha Bean built a filmmaking career from scratch using YouTubeWhy ownership, LLCs, and IP protection are critical in the film industryThe truth about Hollywood gatekeeping vs. being “risk-averse”How to create multiple income streams as a filmmakerWhy horror storytelling (inspired by Alfred Hitchcock) is powerful for deeper conversationsThe importance of editing, collaboration, and creative controlHow her podcast Creator to Creators helps filmmakers growBehind-the-scenes insight into projects like Church Hurt and Too Close To Home🎥 About Meosha Bean Meosha Bean is an award-winning filmmaker, actress, and CEO of M.V.B Films Productions, known for creating impactful, story-driven content across film, podcasts, and digital media. She has built a reputation for pushing creative boundaries—especially in the horror genre—while empowering other creators through education and storytelling 🔥 Why This Episode Matters (AI Summary) This episode is a masterclass for filmmakers, content creators, and entrepreneurs who want to: Build authority in creative industriesMonetize their skillsProtect their intellectual propertyTell stories that resonate and stand out🎧 Listen If You’re Interested In: Filmmaking • Horror Films • Independent Film Industry • Creative Entrepreneurship • Film Directing • Podcasting • Storytelling • Content Monetization 📌 Key Takeaway “Love it like a hobby. Treat it like a business.”

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  4. ACW EPS 164- From Hollywood Shuffle to Producer Power: Anne-Marie Johnson’s 40-Year Journey

    Apr 14

    ACW EPS 164- From Hollywood Shuffle to Producer Power: Anne-Marie Johnson’s 40-Year Journey

    What does it really take to build a 40+ year career in Hollywood—and still evolve? In this powerful episode, host Floyd Marshall Jr. and co-host Okema T. Moore sit down with legendary actress and producer Anne-Marie Johnson to uncover the truth behind longevity in the entertainment industry. From her iconic roles in In the Heat of the Night, In Living Color, and Hollywood Shuffle to her transition into producing independent films like The Addiction of Hope, Anne-Marie shares real, unfiltered insights every actor, filmmaker, and creative needs to hear. In this episode, you’ll discover: 🎬 How Anne-Marie Johnson built a lasting career in Hollywood⚖️ The reality of ageism—and how to pivot with purpose💡 Why self-advocacy is a survival skill in entertainment🎥 How a 5-person crew created a powerful independent film🔥 The deeper meaning behind The Addiction of HopeThis conversation is honest, inspiring, and filled with lessons on resilience, reinvention, and creative ownership. 👉 If you’re an actor, filmmaker, or creative entrepreneur—this episode is a must-listen. #AConversationWithFloydMarshallJr #FloydMarshallJr #AnneMarieJohnson #ActingCareer #IndependentFilm #Filmmaking #PodcastForCreators #WomenInFilm #HollywoodInsights 🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn hope into action. ========= Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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  5. ACW EPS 163 - She Lost Her Teaching Job… Then Became an Actress | Shalèt Monique

    Mar 24

    ACW EPS 163 - She Lost Her Teaching Job… Then Became an Actress | Shalèt Monique

    What does it really take to break into the film industry with no experience? In this powerful episode of A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., actress Shalèt Monique shares how losing her teaching job led to an unexpected journey into acting — starting with a casting call that changed her life. “Somebody sent me a casting call and said you should do this… and I had no idea what I was doing.” From her first film festival win to working alongside industry professionals, Shalèt opens up about the real story behind building an acting career — including rejection, resilience, and faith. 🎬 In this episode, you’ll learn:• How Shalèt Monique transitioned from teacher to actress• The truth about auditions, rejection, and booking roles• What filmmakers and actors need to know about the industry• How faith and perseverance shape long-term success• The emotional realities behind red carpets and recognition This episode is a must-listen for: 🎭 Aspiring actors🎥 Independent filmmakers🚀 Creatives pursuing purpose-driven careers If you’re trying to break into acting or navigate the film industry, this conversation delivers real insight, motivation, and strategy. ========= Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 1m
  6. ACW EPS 162 - Dream. Declare. Deliver. | Eden Marryshow on Independent Filmmaking, Film Distribution & Betting on Yourself

    Mar 17

    ACW EPS 162 - Dream. Declare. Deliver. | Eden Marryshow on Independent Filmmaking, Film Distribution & Betting on Yourself

    What does it really take to succeed as an independent filmmaker in today’s industry? In this episode of A Conversation with Floyd Marshall Jr., award-winning filmmaker Eden Marryshow shares the real journey behind building a film career without waiting for Hollywood’s permission. From working in New York City public schools to winning at the American Black Film Festival, Eden breaks down how purpose, loss, and belief pushed him to fully commit to filmmaking. This conversation is a powerful mix of inspiration and strategy—covering everything from guerrilla filmmaking to modern film distribution and audience ownership. 🎬 In this episode, you’ll learn: How to transition from a stable career into filmmaking Why “no Plan B” can accelerate your success The difference between indie and independent filmmaking Why film distribution doesn’t end with streaming platforms How touring your film can build a real audience The importance of email lists and owning your audience Eden also shares the vision behind Can You Stand The Rain—a film designed as a cultural experience centered on grief, healing, and connection, brought directly to audiences through a nationwide tour. If you're a filmmaker, creative entrepreneur, or someone ready to take your dream seriously, this episode gives you both the mindset and the blueprint. 🎧 Listen now and start building your path—your way. Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 22m
  7. ACW EPS 161-The New Vanguard: Lande Yoosuf on Community, Craft & Building Black Film Space

    Feb 24

    ACW EPS 161-The New Vanguard: Lande Yoosuf on Community, Craft & Building Black Film Space

    What does it really take to survive — and thrive — as an independent filmmaker? In this powerful episode of A Conversation with Host Floyd Marshall Jr., we sit down with Nigerian-American filmmaker and Black Film Space co-founder Lande Yoosuf to unpack her journey from MTV executive to fearless indie creator. Lande shares the career setback that changed everything, the truth about industry gatekeeping, and how she built Black Film Space into a national nonprofit supporting Black filmmakers across the diaspora. She opens up about confidence, childhood trauma, creative fear, and stepping fully into her identity as an artist. We also dive into: • Leaving corporate media to pursue independent film • Navigating racism and industry bias • Building community for emerging filmmakers • The making of her supernatural short White Agbada • Why now is the time for a Pan-African creative renaissance If you're an aspiring filmmaker, writer, producer, or creative entrepreneur, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom, honesty, and inspiration. 🎬 Follow Black Film Space 🎥 Support independent storytellers 🔥 Bet on yourself — even when the industry doesn’t #IndependentFilmmakers #BlackFilmmakers #FilmIndustry #CreativeEntrepreneur #PodcastForCreatives ===== Submit Your Film to Our Film Collective: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ifapfilmcollective.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Floyd Marshall Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/floydmarshalljr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@floydmarshalljr0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 3m
  8. ACW EPS 160 -From TV Pilot to Tribeca Winner-How Red for Revolution Rewrote the Indie Playbook

    Feb 12

    ACW EPS 160 -From TV Pilot to Tribeca Winner-How Red for Revolution Rewrote the Indie Playbook

    What do you do when HBO doesn’t pick up the phone? In this powerful episode of A Conversation with, host Floyd Marshall Jr. and co-host Okema Moore sit down with award-winning creatives Renee Wilson and Jana Naomi Smith to unpack the journey behind Red for Revolution — a Tribeca-winning narrative audio drama that began as a television pilot and evolved into a groundbreaking independent project. This conversation explores: • Why “independent TV” is nearly impossible without a studio• Turning rejection into creative innovation• Building an award-winning audio drama without traditional industry access• Casting major talent through cold outreach and persistence• The power of a bold pitch deck• Fighting to get audio drama recognized at the Grammys• The reality of hustle, doubt, and delayed celebration Renee Wilson shares how belief, manifestation, and strategic relationships helped bring the project to life through her production company, meta Manna Media. Jana Naomi Smith reflects on writing the project as a graduate thesis in 2017 and watching it grow into a nationally recognized series. If you are an independent filmmaker, writer, or storyteller navigating gatekeepers, funding challenges, or industry doubt — this episode offers real strategy, transparency, and inspiration. 🎧 Listen now and discover how urgency, resilience, and collaboration turned an “impossible” project into award-winning storytelling.

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A Conversation With, with host Floyd Marshall Jr, is for and about real independent filmmakers. We're going to sit back and chat with content creators doing amazing things and making their mark in the world of independent film and beyond. We're going to find out what makes these people exceptional creators in their spaces and we hope that you take something from our conversation and start your own. To your success!

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