Magic in the Ordinary

Jacqueline Lucca
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  1. 1d ago

    Making Movie Magic with Jon Munoz - Director, Writer and VFX Artist

    Atlantis Trailer: https://youtu.be/66o3_HsjpyY?si=8l6UVvvvY0KdqydF In this episode I sit down with Jon Munoz — director, VFX artist, editor, and writer based in Los Angeles whose fan-made Atlantis: The Lost Empire live action trailer went viral overnight. It caught the attention of the original film's producer, co-director, and screenwriter.  Jon's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@JonathanZonum⁩   Jon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_zonum/?locale=es&hl=ar Jon shares how he got into filmmaking starting with stop motion as a kid, what drew him to VFX, what he learned studying at Columbia College, what his creative process looks like from idea to screen, the full behind the scenes story of how the Atlantis trailer came together, and his honest advice for any aspiring filmmaker or VFX artist who wants to break in. This one is pure magic for any film lover, creative dreamer, or Disney fan. 🎬✨ Time Stamps 00:16 Jon's origins as a filmmaker (stop motion!)  4:14 How Jon got into VFX 7:17 University experience and it's impact 10:14 Shooting with actual film! (Christopher Nolan-style) 11:16 Dark Knight moments 12:00 Ideas to screen - what is the creative process like?  15:50 Getting Atlantis Trailer behind the scenes! :D  24:15 HOW does Jon wear so many hats? (Director, VFX artist, writer, and more!)  27:33 His favorite part of working on Atlantis (and the hardest!)  35:20 Golden advice for new filmmakers Connect with Me: 🌐 https://www.jacquelinelucca.com/ 📸   / jacquelinerosegold   Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p Thanks so much for watching! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe, like the video, and share it with a friend! :D

  2. 4d ago

    CrossFit Owner Vanessa Biernatt on Building Strength, Community & a Business

    In this episode I sit down with Vanessa Biernatt — athlete, entrepreneur, and owner of CrossFit Osiris in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.  The Gym: https://www.crossfitosiris.com/ Instagram:   / crossfit_osiris   Vanessa shares how she got into CrossFit and what led her to open her own gym, breaks down what CrossFit actually is and why it is such an effective training method. She also talks about her favorite movements, how she fuels her own workouts, and gets real about what to do when you are too burnt out to even think about working out. She also has some incredible words for small business owners. Whether you are a seasoned athlete, a total beginner, or a dreamer thinking about starting something of your own — this episode is your sign to start your adventure today.  Time Stamps:  00:38 The beginning of the journey - how Vanessa got involved in Crossfit  7:17 What is Crossfit? Why is it such an effective training method?  19:40 What is Vanessa's favorite workout movement?  22:25 What is Vanessa's favorite way to fuel for a workout?  29:50 What happens when we are too burnt out to workout?  35:31 Dear Small Business Owners and New Entrepreneurs...   38:20 Start your adventure!  Thank you @ReflectionsPhotographyandFilm for filming and editing this episode!     / @reflectionsphotographyandfilm   Connect with Jacqueline: 🌐 https://www.jacquelinelucca.com/ 📸   / jacquelinerosegold   Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p Thanks so much for listening! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe, like the video, and share it with a friend! :D

  3. Aug 24

    Sailing by Ash Breeze

    Happy Monday!  Connect with me: 🌐 https://www.jacquelinelucca.com/ 📸   / jacquelinerosegold   Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p

  4. Aug 22

    Poetry, Wonder & Seeing God in the Everyday — A Conversation with Stephanie Petters

    In this episode I sit down with Stephanie Petters — poet, writer, and the creative heart behind Divine World: Stephanie's new project: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foolsforheaven/divine-world?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv0 Stephanie's newsletter: https://writingsintheroots.substack.com/ Stephanie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ofwoodandword/ Stephanie shares her poetic origin story, breaks down her unique style, and talks about what makes poetry feel genuinely approachable and alive.  Timestamps: 00:20 Stephanie's poetic origin story 2:40 What is Stephanie's particular poetic style?  6:40 What is the new project?  11:06 How do we approach poetry in a way that makes it less daunting? 16:01 "A poem begins in delight and ends in wisdom." Let's unpack this!  23:28 "The world is charged with the grandeur of God." What can keep us from seeing the beauty in our every day life and how do we open our eyes a little more to this?  31:45 How do we remain in wonder?  34:10 Some thoughts on kickstarter as a new writer :)  40:00 Need help on kickstarter? Chat with Stephanie!  41:10 Let's talk about AI use as writers...  Connect with me: 🌐 https://www.jacquelinelucca.com/ 📸   / jacquelinerosegold   Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p Thanks so much for listening! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe, like the episode, and share it with a friend! :D

  5. Aug 11

    The Pope's New Encyclical, AI, and Mental Health — A Conversation with Colleen Eisley

    In this episode I sit down with Colleen Eisley — Catholic content creator who has a lot to say about Pope Leo's brand new encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, what it has to say about artificial intelligence, technology, and our call to build something beautiful rather than something that divides.  We also get raw and real about mental health in the digital world, what genuine human connection looks like when so much of our lives happen on a screen, and practical steps anyone can take to protect and heal their interior life. -- Connect with Colleen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_little_apologist/ -- Check out her Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheLittleApologist -- Have Catholic-related questions? Email: ask@catholicquestions.com -- Fr. David Dodd's podcast, Fire on the Mountain: https://open.spotify.com/show/7gBgWZdT5kPMElmrvMo043?si=5smF_pBIRoeftgM5pLAyKw&utm_source=copy-link&sci=spotify%3Acard-config%3A21edqixLl8VahLcj2CRgmb Time Stamps:  00:18 What is Colleen's story?  10:45 How to build meaningful connections in a digital world  16:45 Let's talk about the pope's encyclical - Magnifica Humanitas  20:15 Babel vs Jerusalem  33:45 Let's talk about mental health - raw and real   Connect with Jacqueline: 🌐 https://www.jacquelinelucca.com/ 📸   / jacquelinerosegold   Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p Thanks so much for listening! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe and share this episode with a friend! :D

  6. Jul 31

    Why Is Gen Z Converting to Catholicism? — A Conversation with Gen Z to Christ

    In this episode I sit down with Diego — the creator behind Gen Z to Christ, one of the most joyful and courageous voices in the Catholic space online.  Connect with Diego: https://www.instagram.com/genztochrist__/ We talk about where he finds his continued inspiration, how St. Carlo Acutis has shaped his mission, why Gen Z is converting to Catholicism at such a remarkable rate, how to keep Christ central while pursuing your passions, the very real temptation of chasing views over meaning, and what he would say to any young person who feels like living out their faith is counter-cultural. Whether you are Gen Z, Gen Alpha, or a parent wondering about the future of the Church — this one is for you.  Time Stamps: 00:20 How was GenZ started? What inspired Diego to take the leap? 4:00 Where does the continued inspiration come from?  7:24 How he brings JOY to the Catholic space online "I love what I've been able to do. I love to bring joy to the Catholic space"  9:18 Diego's experience with death threats and why he came back anyway  11:8 Shout out to Carlos Acutis!  16:06 Keeping Christ central while pursuing our dreams 20:40 How do you get over the view-hunger  27:30 What about in person ministry?  33:00 Why is Gen Z converting to Catholicism?   44:16 Words of encouragement for those living out their faith 55:50 How can people connect with GenZ to Christ  Check out GenZtoChrist: https://www.instagram.com/genztochrist__/ Connect with Jacqueline: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerosegold/ Buy My Zombie Post-Apocalyptic Novel: https://a.co/d/0bjyTC2p Thanks so much for watching! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe and share it with a friend! :D

  7. Jul 27

    Fans don't owe Disney - my take on the Moana live action situation

    Here's my take. What are your thoughts?   Wanna check out my little YA zombie novel?  https://a.co/d/0aZOk1HA I'd also love to connect on Instagram:   / jacquelinerosegold

  8. Jul 24

    The Doomsday Trailer Is a Writing Masterclass — In What NOT to Do

    Do we all have superhero fatigue? Or is the writing just tanking?  I decided to break down exactly what went wrong with the Avengers Doomsday Trailer — and turn it into a fun writing session for all of us. In this video we cover three essential storytelling rules: show don't tell, making your character motivation crystal clear, and why rushing your story kills the audience's investment. Whether you are a screenwriter, novelist, blogger, or just someone who loves great storytelling — these three principles will immediately make your writing stronger. Let's learn from Hollywood's mistakes together. 🎬✍️ Wanna check out my little YA zombie novel?  https://a.co/d/0aZOk1HA I'd also love to connect on Instagram:   / jacquelinerosegold

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  • Creator
    Jacqueline Lucca
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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