

SSP22 - David Zellis
Sep 27, 2022
David Zellis, filmmaker and film producer, discusses the changing movie industry, services offered by Zellco Entertainment, and the impact of the Coronavirus in Winnipeg. They also touch on using social media for business and online dating experiences. The conversation covers topics such as Facebook's algorithm, the confusion caused by their shared name, challenges faced by micro-budget filmmakers, frustrations with exclusive content, and the transition from physical to digital media. They also explore their love for fighting games, the monetization of gaming, agricultural droning, scams on Tinder in China, and downtown revitalization in Winnipeg.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Recording and Editing the Podcast
01:46 • 8min
Facebook's Algorithm and its Impact
09:25 • 15min
The History and Confusion of the Zellis Name
24:40 • 5min
A Meeting in Winnipeg and a TED Talk on Compassion
29:47 • 2min
Finding a Namesake and Film Production Challenges
31:43 • 11min
The Challenges of Gaining Traction
42:53 • 24min
The Frustration of Multiple Platforms and Exclusive Content
01:06:48 • 7min
The Impact of Video Streaming and Government Support Programs
01:13:52 • 18min
Shift from Physical to Digital Media
01:31:35 • 6min
Discussion about Iron Fist of Winnipeg, the chip damage community, and the desire to attend Evo
01:37:12 • 2min
Monetizing Gaming and Challenges in the Industry
01:38:51 • 13min
Exploring Agricultural Droning and Reflecting on Flying Drones
01:52:10 • 2min
Scams on Tinder in China
01:54:24 • 4min
A Surprising Revelation and a New Life
01:58:50 • 20min
Jobs, Moving, and Downtown Revitalization
02:19:17 • 6min
Lockdown situations and travel concerns
02:24:54 • 21min
Finding and Sharing Canadian Movies
02:45:54 • 5min