8 episodes

I'm a film gal committed to elevating the creative community at large. Join me as I invite fellow filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and artists into the hot seat to learn the ins and outs of thriving in an artistic world. I will create an enjoyable educational experience for our listeners. The short and sweet episodes will pack an impactful punch so that our listeners always walk away having gained new knowledge. This is for the artists, entrepreneurs, and any and all creatives looking for insight and inspiration. I want to connect with movers and shakers to provide them with resources for their own paths.

The Walkie Check- A holistic talk with creatives Layne Marie Williams

    • TV & Film
    • 5.0 • 3 Ratings

I'm a film gal committed to elevating the creative community at large. Join me as I invite fellow filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and artists into the hot seat to learn the ins and outs of thriving in an artistic world. I will create an enjoyable educational experience for our listeners. The short and sweet episodes will pack an impactful punch so that our listeners always walk away having gained new knowledge. This is for the artists, entrepreneurs, and any and all creatives looking for insight and inspiration. I want to connect with movers and shakers to provide them with resources for their own paths.

    Go for Greg Flores

    Go for Greg Flores

    Tune in to this episode of The Walkie Check featuring Greg Flores, who went from turning a Facebook group elevating grip & electric departments. to a full blown business.

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Show Sponsors:
    The Media Exclusive Where you are the star of your own business! We'll work with you to create consistent on brand postsFilmcraft Studio Gear Our partnerships and collaborations are at the heart of everything we do! We build premium chairs.Camera Ambassador - Rental House A one-stop-shop, carrying everything from cameras and lenses to grip trucks and production supplies.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 42 min
    Go for Erica Duffy

    Go for Erica Duffy

    Erica Duffy joins us on this episode of The Walkie Check to talk everything related to gear, managing your mental health, the film festival circuit, producing, and beyond. The perfect dialogue for your morning coffee or even just a daily dose of inspiration as you close out your work day.

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Show Sponsors:


    Filmcraft Studio Gear Our partnerships and collaborations are at the heart of everything we do! We build premium chairs.On Set Headsets Surveillance Headsets that are perfect for active film work.Camera Ambassador - Rental House A one-stop-shop, carrying everything from cameras and lenses to grip trucks and production supplies.The Media Exclusive Where you are the star of your own business! We'll work with you to create consistent on brand postsDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 53 min
    Go for Ashley Joyce

    Go for Ashley Joyce

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Discussion Points:
    Zen Room
    Two in the Bush

    Show Sponsors:
    On Set Headsets Surveillance Headsets that are perfect for active film work.Camera Ambassador - Rental House A one-stop-shop, carrying everything from cameras and lenses to grip trucks and production supplies.The Media Exclusive Where you are the star of your own business! We'll work with you to create consistent on brand postsDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 39 min
    Go for Victoria Salazar

    Go for Victoria Salazar

    Take a listen to this episode where I chat with Victoria Salazar a sound editor at Noisefloor LTD in Chicago where she works on a large variety of films, games, tv, commercials and podcasts. (like this one ;)

    Join us as we learn more about the post production audio world and what that process entails.

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Films Mentioned:
    Blanche (Short)

    Show Sponsors:
    On Set Headsets Surveillance Headsets that are perfect for active film work.Camera Ambassador - Rental House A one-stop-shop, carrying everything from cameras and lenses to grip trucks and production supplies.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 37 min
    Go for Jessica Tolliver

    Go for Jessica Tolliver

    In this episode I chat with the amazing Jessica Tolliver. Take a listen as Jessica shares her story working as a black female cinematographer & director.

    Whether you are an aspiring or veteran filmmaker take a listen as Jessica drops some serious jewels of knowledge we all need to hear.

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Show Sponsors: 
    Quasar Science Advanced lighting solutions by lighting technicians. Creating Art with Fewer Limitations.Filmcraft Studio Gear Our partnerships and collaborations are at the heart of everything we do! We build premium chairs.On Set Headsets Surveillance Headsets that are perfect for active film work.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 34 min
    Go for Colette Gabriel

    Go for Colette Gabriel

    In this episode we chat with the incredible Colette Gabriel. Take a listen as Colette shares her journey thus far in her film career behind the camera. Learn tips and tricks for renting out the best gear you can for your project from this expert at  Keslow Camera.

    Colette Gabriel has been an active member of the filmmaking community for nearly 20 years.  Her focus has always been on cameras, from working on set as a film loader in Hollywood to running Keslow Camera Chicago.  She also volunteers her time as a board director of Filmscape Chicago, the midwest’s only trade show dedicated to providing free education and resources to the film and television community.

    Additionally, we chat about Filmscape Chicago a wonderful event that will be taking place in Chicago (in person & virtually!!) Aug 28 & 29th in Chicago. Be sure to check it out to learn more about the latest & greatest film gear out there while connecting with like-minded professionals in the film industry. You don't want to miss it!

    Host: Layne Marie Williams

    Show Sponsor:
    Filmscape Chicago Every year we focus on bringing education and manufacturers to Chicago/the Midwest through our eventDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Graphics/Logo: Brynne Wassel
    Music By: Devin Delaney & Noisefloor LTD

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

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3 Ratings

3 Ratings

Pineapples&Olives ,

Love Walkie Check!

I enjoy hearing the podcasts. It’s very interesting to hear what goes on behind the scenes in film making! It brings the people to life that work in the industry.

Cory Coken ,

fresh and simple

I like the simple easy conversations the hosts have with guests. I enjoyed that the guests are real artist that are struggling and surviving in the crazy world.

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