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Pittsburgh Film Office
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A glimpse behind-the-screen of how the Film/TV/Streaming Industry works, and an exploration of the pathways followed by industry professionals and leaders to successful careers.

  1. Season 2 Episode 18: Welcome Nathaniel Blume!

    FEB 6

    Season 2 Episode 18: Welcome Nathaniel Blume!

    Join us to welcome Nathaniel Blume, one of the most dynamic composers working on screen today! In this episode, Nathaniel discusses his company Nootbar Productions, CNN’s “The Decades” series, PRODIGAL SON, and his connections to the Pittsburgh region! Check out Nathaniel Blume’s work at his official website https://nathanielblume.com/ and his official YouTube channel @im_a_nootbar. Find the official Prodigal Son soundtrack on Spotify. Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    22 min
  2. Season 2 Episode 17: Steve Cuden Act 3!

    JAN 23

    Season 2 Episode 17: Steve Cuden Act 3!

    Join us as we wrap up our conversation with Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! Steve dives into his work writing for animation, his books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood, and the everlasting importance of storytelling! Check out Steve Cuden’s his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.storybeat.net/! Learn more about Steve Cuden at his website https://www.stevecuden.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    20 min
  3. Season 2 Episode 16: Steve Cuden Act 2!

    JAN 9

    Season 2 Episode 16: Steve Cuden Act 2!

    Join us as we continue our conversation with Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! In this episode, Steve dives into his work on renowned stage hit JEKYLL & HYDE, THE MUSICAL and how writing differs from the screen to the stage! Check out Steve Cuden’s books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood plus his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.storybeat.net/! Learn more about Steve Cuden at his website https://www.stevecuden.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    16 min
  4. Season 2 Episode 15: Welcome Steve Cuden!

    12/26/2025

    Season 2 Episode 15: Welcome Steve Cuden!

    Join us as we welcome Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! In this episode, Steve shares the beginning of his career, how growing up in Pittsburgh impacted his journey, and imparts valuable advice for any aspiring writer! Check out Steve Cuden’s books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood plus his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.storybeat.net/! Learn more about Steve Cuden at his website https://www.stevecuden.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    19 min
  5. Season 2 Episode 14: Mark Pellington Part III!

    12/12/2025

    Season 2 Episode 14: Mark Pellington Part III!

    Join us as we wrap up our conversation with Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part III,  we discuss what makes the Pittsburgh region such a great place to film and Mark shares his recent and upcoming projects, like his visual memoir THE VISUALIST! Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    21 min
  6. Season 2 Episode 13: Mark Pellington Part II!

    11/28/2025

    Season 2 Episode 13: Mark Pellington Part II!

    Join us as we continue our conversation with Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part II, Mark dives into his feature films, including ARLINGTON ROAD (1999) and #RatedPGH THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES (2002)!  Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    18 min
  7. Season 2 Episode 12: Welcome Mark Pellington!

    11/14/2025

    Season 2 Episode 12: Welcome Mark Pellington!

    Join us as we welcome Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part I, Mark shares the beginning of his career through his start at MTV and his award-winning music video “Jeremy” by Pearl Jam... Thanks for listening! Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    15 min
  8. Season 2 Episode 11: Brendan Burch Vol. 3!

    10/24/2025

    Season 2 Episode 11: Brendan Burch Vol. 3!

    Join us as we wrap up our interview with Brendan Burch, the CEO and Executive Producer of award-winning animation studio Six Point Harness, CEO of Mondo Media, and founder of media nonprofit Now What!? In the final part of our conversation, Brendan shares valuable advice for both aspiring and veteran animators... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez.

    20 min
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A glimpse behind-the-screen of how the Film/TV/Streaming Industry works, and an exploration of the pathways followed by industry professionals and leaders to successful careers.

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  • Creator
    Pittsburgh Film Office
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Pittsburgh Film Office