During a virtual press junket for 2024’s summer blockbuster, Borderlands, actor Benjamin Byron Davis spoke with host Tara Jabbari to discuss his role in the film, plus his experience working in over 50 projects ranging from Gilmore Girls to Guardians of the Galaxy. They talked about what makes a successful and worthwhile colleague in the film industry, his friendship with James Gunn, plus his advice for actors who are starting out. Listen to one of the most dynamic and versatile actors as he shares what he has learned over his career.

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Instagram and Threads @bigbendavis
TikTok @benjaminbyrondavis

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https://www.facebook.com/BorderlandsFilm

#BorderlandsMovie
#Borderlands

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VFX editor and DC native, Anedra Edwards sits down with host Candice Bloch to give us a peek behind the curtain of visual effects magic. Anedra shares her knowledge from over 15 years of experience in VFX and picture editing for film and TV, working with world’s biggest entertainment companies including Marvel, Netflix, HBO, BET, Discovery, NatGeo, NBC, Disney, ABC, and beyond. You’ll learn what a VFX editor does (which is different from a VFX artist!) and the importance of coordinating and ensuring visual continuity throughout all stages of a project. Their conversation touches on the differences between roles within the VFX department, invisible effects and compositing, fun and interesting anecdotes from projects such as Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, practical advice, and more!

Check out more of Anedra’s credits here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6205530/

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In this episode, host Sandra Abrams sits down with another of WIFV’s 2024 Woman of Vision honorees, Sylvia Bugg. As the Chief Programming Executive and General Manager of General Audience Programming for PBS, Bugg shares insight into why she is a life-long learner, how her previous experience at Discovery and CPB shaped her, and what leadership skills she brings to her position. She also explains the PBS opportunity for media content creators to support long and short form documentaries produced and created by diverse/BIPOC filmmakers and what she “envisioned” for her career when she first started out in the media business. WIFV honored Sylvia Bugg in May 2024 at its annual Women of Vision event, held at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

Learn more at www.pbs.org

www.wifv.org/womenofvision

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Today, we’re sharing a special episode from our friends at PBS’ Webby Award-winning podcast American Masters: Creative Spark. Join host Joe Skinner as he speaks with Oscar-nominated actress Minnie Driver about how she took on the role of one of the most powerful women in history. She talks about the joy of acting in period pieces, and reminds us to “never underestimate the power of dressing up,” even if the corset can be a little too tight at times.

Listen and follow American Masters: Creative Spark for even more interviews here:

https://link.chtbl.com/driver?sid=mediamaker

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Host Tara Jabbari talks all about visual effects with Leah Orsini, a VFX Producer with over 20 years of experience. Leah shares how she started in production and moved to be a VFX Producer, and talks about projects she worked on such as The Gilded Age, Blindspot, Mr. Robot, Falling Skies, and Split, among others. You’ll learn about the difference between special effects and visual effects, how much the profession has changed due to technology enhancements, the growth of diversity on set and behind the scenes, and much more.

Leah Orsini’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1924648/
To learn more about visual effects: https://www.vesglobal.org/

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Great sound is the mark of a quality project. In this episode, host Candice Bloch has a conversation with Charlie Hewitt of Mirror Studios to discuss all things audio post and sound design. From the difference between audio mixing and audio mastering, to layering in all the right sound effects at all the right levels, to the new frontier of fully immersive audio, you’ll leave this episode with a greater appreciation for how audio enhances projects and brings them to life. Tune in to hear some of Charlie’s journey, the importance of sound, and why he considers film and television “sensory mediums” for storytelling.

To learn more about Charlie and Mirror Studios: https://mirrorstudios.com/

And to learn more about IAX (the Immersive Audio Experience): https://www.iaxaudio.com/

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The What Went Wrong podcast series brings you behind-the-scenes of films from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters to shed a light on what it really takes to make a film. The show’s hosts, Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer speak with Tara Jabbari about what they learned about what it really takes to make a film, why James Cameron punched his diver in the face, the long road to get the voice of Shrek, and other fun anecdotes. They also discuss how important it is to have more people of color and female-led films and why they should be given a chance.

What Went Wrong Podcast:
https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/

Follow and Listen anywhere you listen to podcasts.

You can request films and follow them on their Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/

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Women in Film & Video (WIFV) is turning 45! To mark the occasion, there’s going to be a big dance party on Friday, September 13. In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with WIFV Board President Connie St. John to learn more about the organization and the celebration. They discuss how this amazing non-profit got started back in 1979, how it serves a diverse visual media community, and why you should come to the party. St. John also explains many of the wonderful membership benefits including funding options for media projects and networking opportunities available here in the DMV! If you’re not already a member, you’ll want to join this supportive community of creative media makers, no matter your experience level, and whether you work in front of or behind the lens.

You can buy tickets to our 1970s & 80s costume-themed 45th anniversary party, which will be held at metrobar in DC, here: WIFV Dance Party

To learn more about Connie’s production company: No Weapon Production

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We on the Women in Film & Video (WIFV) Podcast Team work hard to make this show a great resource for our listeners, and we thank you for listening!