
 The Steven Sirski Podcast 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 
