CUT! The Podcast

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Working in entertainment can sometimes feel like a minefield. Whether you’re an actor, producer, director, editor or cameraman, it’s hard to know where to start or who to talk to. And even if you do, it’s practically impossible to get past the gatekeepers. Undertow Content’s Amanda Browne wants to change that. CUT's on a mission to build a supportive community that shares information, and have found experts from all areas of the industry keen to share their experiences and knowledge. Listen in as this podcast uncovers insights that can help you navigate a rapidly-changing landscape and create a sustainable career. Hear from expert guests from all around the world as they bring you industry insights and engaging discussions to keep you thriving and surviving in the business of film and TV.  undertowcontent.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Jul 22

    Inside Unscripted: Navigating Creative & Business Challenges with Charlotte Wheaton

    Discover how Charlotte Wheaton, head of factual at Good Thing Productions, balances creativity, ethics, and business in the ever-evolving industry of documentary filmmaking. From global industry contrasts to ethical considerations, this episode offers insightful guidance for emerging producers and seasoned professionals alike. In this episode: Charlotte Wheaton shares her journey from UK and US co-productions to leading Australian factual content How her role encompasses creative, commercial, and cultural leadership within a medium-sized production company The importance of flexibility and diverse skill sets in maintaining industry relevance Strategies for filtering stories with meaningful impact grounded in human connection The shifting landscape of global unscripted production, funding models, and audience preferences The role of celebrity versus intimate character stories in future factual projects Ethical frameworks and safeguarding vulnerable characters in documentary storytelling How trust, communication, and reputation sustain projects despite industry fluctuations Good Thing Productions Connect with Charlotte Wheaton: LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Inside Unscripted: Navigating Creative & Business Challenges with Charlotte Wheaton

  2. Jul 9

    Virginia Mesiti, The Architecture of Suspense for Watching You to a Life in Production Design

    Discover the artistry and strategic thinking behind creating immersive worlds in film and television as Virginia Mesiti shares insights from her 20-year career. Learn how her design choices influence storytelling and how the industry is evolving. Nothing is left out from the impact of cross-role experience on her leadership in art departments to how large-scale projects like 3000 Years of Longing shape resourcefulness and sustainability.  We also get the insight to working on the recent series Watching You. More resources from this episode! Virginia Mesiti unpacks the craft of “natural realism”How To ‘Make It’ As A Production Designer, With Advice From An Industry ExpertViriginia on IMDB: Virginia on socials: @virginaforlovers  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Virginia Mesiti, The Architecture of Suspense for Watching You to a Life in Production Design

  3. Jun 30

    Max Bennett Kelly - artistic identity and the art of blending performance, music, and story

    In this episode, Max Bennett Kelly shares his journey of creativity, vulnerability, and the art of blending performance, music, and storytelling to explore themes of love, loss, and authenticity. Dive into his innovative approach to multimedia art and his reflections on navigating identity as an artist. Max delves into his time in the True Modern Romance universe, which explores the concept of performance art and meta-narratives in digital media. Reflecting on the evolution from multimedia projects back to his music roots and future directions: returning to music, recently published novel, and ongoing creative exploration.  Listen to True Modern Romance on Spotify here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Max Bennett Kelly - artistic identity and the art of blending performance, music, and story

  4. Jun 8

    Storytelling Without Limits Shapes the Future of Inclusive Filmmaking with Dianna La Grassa

    In this episode Dianna La Grassa Chief Operating Officer and Head of Screen for Bus Stop Films sits down with host Amanda Browne and discusses the merit of inclusive filmmaking. Drawing on Bus Stop's first feature film production: BossCat and how to storytell authentically with differently abled characters in mind, and create an inclusive environment on set to her broader aspirations for building a world that Dianna herself has dreamed into existence to support her own lived disability - we unpack it all. Sydney listeners find tickets for BossCat premiere via the SFF Website Learn more about Dianna on IMBD Keep the conversation going: Instagram - @cut.pod @undertowcontent TikTok - @cut.the.pod YouTube - @UndertowContent Web - undertowcontent.com/cutthepodcast/ Credits: Hosted by Amanda Browne @a.m.andabrowne Produced and Edited by Ashlee Russell Editorial Direction & Marketing by Ruth Bailey LA Production by Ray Taylor Music by Genevieve Patrick Artwork by Fifth Studio Design Co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Storytelling Without Limits Shapes the Future of Inclusive Filmmaking with Dianna La Grassa

  5. May 27

    From producing comedy at Hartbeat Studios to the importance of pushing forward with Eleanor Winkler

    This episode we are fortunate to have a guest who some might refer to as a unicorn of comedic production experience. Eleanor Winkler is an Australian who cut her teeth locally before flying the coop to pursue bigger comedy dreams. In this episode we dive deep into how a career like Eleanor's has been shaped. From stints on US Comedy Franchise: Funny or Die, being a showrunner for Will Arnett's Hot Date to Directing Physical Production on Kevin Hart's Hartbeat Productions, we have a true comedy chameleon on our airways. We even learn a little about how comedy is looking in the US and compare it with Australian economies of scale. An episode not to miss! As well, Eleanor is a cofounder and executive backing Australian Inclusive film company: Bus Stop Films. Spoiler alert, Eleanor has moved back to Australia for a special project which finds its premiere at Sydney Film Festival https://www.sff.org.au/program/event/boss-cat/.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    From producing comedy at Hartbeat Studios to the importance of pushing forward with Eleanor Winkler

  6. May 18

    The Life of a Producer with Val Stadler

    Are you curious about the life of a producer? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Valerie Stadler, a seasoned producer with films that have screened at Sundance, Tribeca, TIFF, and more and expert in the dual nature of producing: balancing creativity and business. Valerie shares her insights on navigating the creative and business sides of filmmaking, industry opportunities, and the truth about producer roles. bigswingproductions.com Keep the conversation going: Instagram - @cut.pod, @undertowcontent TikTok - @cut.the.pod YouTube - @UndertowContent Web - undertowcontent.com/cutthepodcast/ Credits: Hosted by Amanda Browne @a.m.andabrowne Produced by Ashlee Russell Editorial Direction & Marketing by Ruth Bailey Production & Edit by Olivia Devin LA Production by Ray Taylor Music by Genevieve Patrick Artwork by Fifth Studio Design Co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Life of a Producer with Val Stadler

  7. May 11

    The Reality of Horror with Filmmaker Natalie Erika James

    In this insightful interview, filmmaker Natalie Erika James shares her journey from film school to Sundance success, exploring her unique approach to horror, industry insights, and the evolution of her voice across two Sundance films, Relic and Saccharine. Discover how her cross-cultural background influences her storytelling and what’s next in her career. Keep the conversation going: Instagram - @cut.pod, @undertowcontent TikTok - @cut.the.pod YouTube - @UndertowContent Web - undertowcontent.com/cutthepodcast/ Credits: Hosted by Amanda Browne @a.m.andabrowne Produced by Ashlee Russell Editorial Direction & Marketing by Ruth Bailey Music by Genevieve Patrick Artwork by Fifth Studio Design Co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Reality of Horror with Filmmaker Natalie Erika James

  8. May 6

    One Day, Five Years - sitdown with the filmmakers who have crossed continents, to create cinema & magic

    This episode explores how creators (filmmaking duo) Luke Morgan and Georgia Eyres behind the film One Day, Five Years are redefining the filmmaking landscape by leveraging social media, building audiences early, and maintaining creative freedom outside traditional systems. Their journey highlights innovative approaches to making, sharing, and distributing films in the digital age. Follow and find out more about the filmmakers behind the project via Georgia's Instagram & Luke's Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    One Day, Five Years - sitdown with the filmmakers who have crossed continents, to create cinema & magic
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Working in entertainment can sometimes feel like a minefield. Whether you’re an actor, producer, director, editor or cameraman, it’s hard to know where to start or who to talk to. And even if you do, it’s practically impossible to get past the gatekeepers. Undertow Content’s Amanda Browne wants to change that. CUT's on a mission to build a supportive community that shares information, and have found experts from all areas of the industry keen to share their experiences and knowledge. Listen in as this podcast uncovers insights that can help you navigate a rapidly-changing landscape and create a sustainable career. Hear from expert guests from all around the world as they bring you industry insights and engaging discussions to keep you thriving and surviving in the business of film and TV.  undertowcontent.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Undertow Content
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Amanda Browne
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    CUT! The Podcast