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With 20+ years in the entertainment industry at the top level, I’m Phil Svitek. Join me as I pay it forward, sharing insights from my journey as a filmmaker, author, podcaster, and even high-level executive. Get a 360-degree view of the digital artist’s path to success, blending technical theory, practical wisdom, and personal development. Your smoother journey awaits.

  1. -3 J

    Animal Farm by George Orwell - Power, Propaganda, and Why It Still Hits Today (Bookmarked: Book Club)

    Phil Svitek and Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) do a bonus Bookmarked episode on George Orwell’s Animal Farm—a quick-hit companion to our 1984 episode. We share overall reactions (Marisa read it right after 1984; Phil revisited it for the first time since high school) and dig into the big stuff: how a “fairy story” becomes a razor-sharp satire of revolutions gone sideways, why language manipulation (Squealer!) matters, the seduction of “ends justify the means,” and what “some animals are more equal than others” says about power today. We connect key moments—Boxer’s tragedy, the windmill grind, Napoleon’s myth-making—to modern propaganda, disinformation, and personality cults, then compare its bite to 1984’s. It’s not a deep dive—more of a guided reaction with themes and takeaways—and we’d love your thoughts: What parallels do you see now? Drop a comment and join the convo.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    29 min

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    Exploring “Brida” by Paulo Coelho – Destiny, Duality, and the Courage to Choose (Bookmarked: A Monthly Book Club)

    Phil Svitek and Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) unpack Paulo Coelho’s Brida, a spiritual coming-of-age novel that blends witchcraft, love, and the search for destiny. We trace Coelho’s remarkable journey—from rebellious lyricist and political prisoner to world-renowned author of The Alchemist—and how his fascination with faith, mysticism, and personal legend shaped Brida’s twin paths of the Sun (reason, discipline) and Moon (intuition, ritual). We explore the novel’s central relationships—Brida, Magus, Wicca, and Lorens—and what they reveal about soulmates, free will, and spiritual growth. Along the way, we discuss memorable quotes, recurring symbols, and whether Brida’s ultimate choice reflects courage or denial. Up next in our Bookmarked series: Exile and the Kingdom – Albert Camus (Nov 2025)Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore – Emily Krempholtz (Dec 2025)Marisa pick (Jan 2026)Marisa pick (Feb 2026)The Lost Bookshop – Evie Woods (Mar 2026)Marisa pick (Apr 2026)How to Solve Your Own Murder – Kristen Perrin (May 2026)

    1 h

  3. -5 J

    Long Story Short Season 1 Spoiler Talk: Family, Memory & Compassion in Raphael Bob-Waksberg’s Series

    Phil and Madina sit down for a full-spoiler conversation about Long Story Short, the new adult animated comedy-drama created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg (BoJack Horseman and Undone). The series premiered on Netflix on August 22, 2025, and has already been renewed for a second season.Set across a non-linear timeline, Long Story Short follows the middle-class Jewish Schwooper family—siblings Avi (Ben Feldman), Shira (Abbi Jacobson), and Yoshi (Max Greenfield)—as they navigate adulthood while reflecting on the small, formative moments of their shared past. Through humor, heartache, and memory, the show explores how family, identity, and compassion intertwine over time.In this spoiler-filled discussion, we unpack the show’s major themes—like little-t trauma, empathy through perspective, and the beauty of restraint in storytelling. We also chat about the series’ animation style, jokes, and emotional payoffs, while inviting you to join the conversation.Which Schwooper are you today—and what moment hit you hardest? Share your thoughts in the comments below!🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    24 min

  4. 23 OCT.

    Biggest Difference: Short Films Are About Events — Features Are About Arcs

    Most filmmakers try to cram a character arc into a short film — and that’s where they go wrong. In this episode, I break down why short films should focus on a single event that grabs the viewer, while feature films rely on a full arc that lets us connect and care. Learn how this mindset shift can transform your storytelling approach, whether you’re making a 5-minute short or a 2-hour feature.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    3 min

  5. 22 OCT.

    Settling Back In: New Apartment, Comic Con Recap, & Supporting The Philippines - 10/22/2025: Vlog

    After a hectic September filled with moving, Comic Con, and even a mild round of COVID, I’m finally settling into my new apartment and ready to get back into a steady creative rhythm. In this vlog, I share:-Life Update: Finding my footing again after a busy month and building new routines.-Comic Con Recap: Reflections on this year’s experience and what made it special — you can check out the full Comic Con video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0HBiTz60Bo&t=3s&pp=ygUVcGhpbCBzdml0ZWsgY29taWMgY29uCreative & Business Updates: Progress on The Arbiters and what’s next for the team.-Community & Compassion: Several of our team members in the Philippines were impacted by the recent earthquake — if you’d like to help, please donate to the Philippine Red Cross (https://redcross.org.ph/).-Mentorship: Excited to share that I’ve begun mentoring students from Emerson College through a new program that’s already been deeply rewarding.It’s good to be back in the swing of things — creatively, personally, and with renewed purpose.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    18 min

  6. 21 OCT.

    Simple Trick to Quiet Any Crowd - Julie Ann Crommett’s Brilliant “Clap If You Can Hear Me” Method

    At the Annecy Festival, I watched Julie Ann Crommett masterfully quiet a packed, buzzing room—not by raising her voice, but through a clever and engaging technique. Instead of shouting over people or asking for silence, she said:“Clap three times if you can hear me.”A few people clapped. Then she said, “Clap five times if you can hear me.” More joined in. Within seconds, the whole room was quiet, attentive, and ready.This method works anywhere—weddings, classrooms, meetings, panels, you name it. It flips the psychology of command into playful participation, resetting everyone’s focus without tension. In this episode, I break down why this works, how to apply it yourself, and how it can help you lead more calmly and effectively in any situation.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    3 min

  7. 20 OCT.

    YouTube’s Biggest Growth Tool Yet: How to Use the Collaborations Feature to Reach New Audiences

    YouTube just dropped one of its biggest updates yet — Collaborations. Think Instagram Collabs or TikTok joint posts, but made for YouTube’s long-form videos and Shorts. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to use it step-by-step — from sending invites in YouTube Studio to featuring your collabs on your channel homepage.You’ll learn how to:-Add up to 5 collaborators to a single video or Short-Display their names + subscribe buttons directly on your video-Get your video featured in each collaborator’s subscription feed-Manage access, analytics, and visibility in StudioI’ll also share some early shortcomings and bugs I noticed that YouTube will hopefully fix soon — plus, I’d love to hear in the comments how you plan to use this feature to grow your channel. Whether you’re a small creator or running a large brand channel, this is a new growth hack worth experimenting with.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    4 min

  8. 14 OCT.

    Why Nobody Says “No” Anymore — And What It’s Costing Us

    Not enough people in positions of power have heard the word “no.”Whether it’s in tech, politics, or entertainment, too many decision-makers operate in echo chambers — surrounded by people who agree with them or fear challenging them. The result? We move forward without ever pausing to consider the merits of an idea, product, or policy. That lack of resistance breeds short-sighted innovation and cultural stagnation.I use the example of Napheesa Collier, who recently spoke out against Cathy Engelbert, the WNBA commissioner. The way Collier did it — calm, strategic, and eloquent, not angry or reactionary — shows what it looks like to speak truth to power effectively.This isn’t just about sports; it’s a model for leadership and accountability everywhere. If more people learned to say “no” — and more leaders learned to listen when they hear it — maybe our society could start trending upward again.🚀 Looking for a Creative Collaborator or Coach?Whether you need help launching a podcast, shaping your story, editing a video, or navigating the artist’s life—I’m here to help.✅ Work with me: https://philsvitek.com/collaborate/

    8 min
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With 20+ years in the entertainment industry at the top level, I’m Phil Svitek. Join me as I pay it forward, sharing insights from my journey as a filmmaker, author, podcaster, and even high-level executive. Get a 360-degree view of the digital artist’s path to success, blending technical theory, practical wisdom, and personal development. Your smoother journey awaits.

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