What's up Rock Nation! Today we're talking all things concerts. Kostas has been shooting concerts for the past three years, and today's he's sharing with you his top 10 tips to for better concert photos!Take your Concert Photography to the NEXT LEVEL:https://www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:09 - One Handed Crack2:02 - Lollapalooza with Loud Luxury3:16 - How Kostas started shooting concerts4:49 - Shooting EDC for the first time6:22 - Kostas’ Concert Photography Course8:28 - What’s Included in the Course9:25 - Gear needed to shoot concerts11:53 - Best Concert Photography accessories14:31 - Use the gear you have15:37 - Tip #2 - Focus on the emotion of the artist17:55 - Tip #3 - Shoot more than just the artist21:38 - Tip #4 - Anticipate the shot22:56 - Front of house26:38 - Bonus Tip - Keep the setlist on your phone27:09 - Tip #5 - Start Local and Start Small30:44 - Tip #6 - Artists want to work with people they like33:02 - Tip #7 - Quick turnaround time36:07 - Presets are crucial39:25 - Tip #8 - Be proactive about getting BTS moments44:25 - Tip #9 - Move around the venue and get a variety of shots45:31 - Tip #10 - Be nice, and network with other photographersIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

What's up Rock Nation! Today we welcome an absolute gaming GOAT, Nadeshot! Nadeshot went from pro gamer, to building one of the largest esports brands in the world with 100 Thieves. In this episode, we talk about everything from going from what the early days of pro gaming were like, his recent 1v1 vs. Banks and what that meant for the gaming community, doing over $1.5 million in sales in an hour with 100 Thieves apparel, and what the future holds for himself and 100 Thieves. Checkout Nadeshot here:https://www.instagram.com/nadeshot/https://www.youtube.com/ @Nadeshot  https://www.instagram.com/100thieves/https://www.youtube.com/ @100Thieves  Collab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideYou definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory Cards and Portable SSDs:Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD: https://bit.ly/4ckNVhzLexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3KHgSbMLexar Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3XpUICtLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bit.ly/3Vda36kJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:36 - Intro3:01 - One Handed Crack4:27 - Why Nadeshot hates downtown LA5:09 - Nadeshot’s experience on the NO JUMPER podcast6:02 - Why Nadeshot started 100 Thieves7:58 - Nadeshot’s talks about his business partner, Blake Robbins9:17 - Securing a $10,000,000 Series A investment for 100 Thieves10:34 - The first employees at 100 Thieves11:42 - Why people usually stay working in ESports forever12:18 - Being at the right place, at the right time, with Gaming13:20 - The tournament that changed Nadeshot’s life14:53 - Why Nadeshot went all in with COD15:40 - Walking through the hidden door of professional gamers16:31 - How Nadeshot convinced other players to join his pro team17:05 - Sh*t Talking in COD17:48 - The difficulties of getting players to join 100 Thieves20:04 - Artlist20:48 - Pitching 100 Thieves first investor - Dan Gilberts22:35 - The best advice Nadeshot received in the early days24:15 - Being rich is awesome24:44 - Why Esports is currently not a good investment25:31 - 100 Thieves apparel29:20 - 100 Thieves Creator Class31:31 - How Nadeshot streams for so long32:26 Talking sh*t to the chat33:00 - Nadeshots #1 COD tip34:00 - BLACK OPS 6 leaks35:09 - Nadeshot plans to only play BLACK OPS 6 when it drops36:23 - Why Nadeshot started streaming at 5am37:57 - How to get better at video games38:56 - Nadeshot claims aim training is Bullsh*t39:49 - Nadeshots redemption against his old nemesis40:09 - Nadeshot’s pregame ritual40:40 - Our love for Caffeine 41:47 - How supportive Nadeshot’s parents were of his gaming dreams43:49 - Nadeshot’s hobbies outside of video games46:51 - Nadeshots talks vlogging setup and camera gear50:47 - How Nadeshot learned how to use a camera53:36 - The Sony a7sii was a game changer for Nadeshot54:44 - Nadeshot didn’t trust anyone else to edit his videos55:54 - Why Nadeshot couldn’t enjoy daily vlogging56:29 - Making videos for yourself vs the audience57:29 - How Nadeshot got connected with Drake59:19 - How Nadeshot measures the success of 100 Thieves1:01:42 - Nadeshot almost walked away from 100 Thieves entirely1:03:51 - Nadeshot’s relationship with the board of 100 Thieves1:07:35 - How Nadeshot provides the most value to 100 Thieves1:10:21 - How well Nadeshot takes feedback1:13:00 - Nadeshot’s advice for growing a brand1:17:21 - Nadeshots relationship with his community1:18:34 - NADESHOT VS. FAZE BANKS1:22:32 - The future of 100 Thieves1:26:59 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

What's up Rock Nation, today we have a good ole fashion rock talk. Kostas and Brayden shot a brand deal for Mercedes, Chase made some LUTS, Brayden's going to a Idaho for a family ruinion, and Kostas is back on the road with Loud Luxury.Cop Chase's Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps0:00 - Intro1:41 - One handed crack2:41 - Olympics3:38 - Sharif Interrupts4:14 - People aren’t subscribed4:36 - Mercedes Shoot7:40 - Shooting on a Probe Lens8:46 - Filming out of a jeep9:52 - Getting a massage in the Benz10:26 - Brayden broke his Canon c7012:56 - Chase’s broke a RED camera13:53 - Why you need a minimum of 3 people to shoot cars16:00 - Chase and Kostas are going to become car influencers17:11 - How Chase has stepped up his car photo game18:52 - Chase got called up to the A TEAM19:30 - Kostas is bigger than Brandon19:53 - Chase has been hitting the arm farm20:04 - Brayden’s Family Reunion22:41 - Kostas is shooting Lollapalooza23:46 - Brayden couldn’t figure out how to use a GOPRO25:34 - Chase’s new LUTS28:08 - Kostas’s new Lightroom presets28:33 - She didn’t know what instagram was?!30:04 - Brayden’s Adobe nightmare34:29 - Brayden of course didn’t get invited to Sony Kando34:55 - Our biggest guest yet If you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Kane Kallaway, a master of short-form content, shares his insights about going full-time as a creator and his journey detailed in his newsletter, Blueprint. He discusses crucial elements for viral content on Instagram, focusing on audience trust and long-term vision. Kane emphasizes the significance of personal storytelling and consistency in content creation. He also explores innovative ideas for leveraging platforms like LinkedIn and the evolving role of AI in streamlining creative workflows. Tune in for inspiration on balancing creativity with strategic insight!

What's going on Rock Nation, today we welcome Duncan Heger! Duncan is a commercial and documentary filmmaker with a focus on storytelling that connects with today’s audiences. From working with Will Ferrell, to creating impactful content for brands like the American Red Cross, Duncan combines tradition with a modern, social-first approach. His work is not just seen - it’s felt and remembered, making a meaningful impression whether on the NFL’s big stage or a coveted film festival.Check out Duncan here:https://www.instagram.com/duncanheger/https://www.duncanheger.com/You definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory Cards and Portable SSDs:Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD: https://bit.ly/4ckNVhzLexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3KHgSbMLexar Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3XpUICtLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bit.ly/3Vda36kThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:48 - Intro3:25 - One Handed Crack4:56 - Gettired Hired to Direct Will Ferrell6:52 - Explaining a Tech Scout7:43 - The Process of Working with a Writer10:12 - “Messi is going to shit his pants when he sees this”10:58 - LAFC X Will Ferrell Spot12:38 - The Lighting Setup13:19 - Gear Used for the LAFC X Will Ferrell spot13:33 - Lexar15:07 - Location of LAFC X Will Ferrell spot15:31 - Duncan’s role in set design16:54 - Fangirling over Will Ferrell18:00 - What it’s like to Direct Will Ferrell19:42 - How Duncan got his start with filmmaking20:54 - Working with people who are more talented than you22:12 - Duncan’s Pre-Production process23:55 - Outsourcing work as a Director25:20 - How Duncan started working with Stadium28:21 - Reviewing a Director’s Treatment29:24 - Duncan’s Inspo Database30:02 - How Danny makes his Director’s Treatments30:38 - Most important pieces for a Director’s Treatment33:01- More about Director Treatment34:05 - Director Treatment Approach35:37 - Look and Feel35:42 - How Duncan got into Documentary Filmmaking37:18 - Script39:05 - Advice for conducting interviews41:14 - Director Treatment: Location42:21 - Knowing when to fight for creative ideas as a Director44:12 - Why Martin Scorsese is the GOAT44:42 - What Duncan has pulled from other sets he’s been on49:35 - Director’s Treatment: Cinematography & Edit50:47 - Explaining a Director’s Cut53:21 - Duncan’s role in the editing process as a Director54:50 - What Duncan would have changed in the LAFC x Will Ferrell spot56:45 - Breaking down a Director’s Reel59:50 - Why Thumbnails are so important1:00:45 - How important Social Media is to Duncan as a Director1:04:30 - Directing Jared Leto1:05:50- Improving with Will Ferrell1:06:33 - What hard skills Directors need to know1:09:18 - Personal goals Duncan has for Directing1:09:49 - How the Film Festival Circuit works1:12:00 - Most important crew members for a set1:13:16 - Duncan’s preference in cinematography styles1:13:59 - How to become repped by a production company1:15:24 - How a Director wins work1:20:17 - How working with Stadium helped Duncan as a Director1:22:33 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

What's up Rock Nation, today we welcome Josh Aikan to the show! Josh is a fashion and portrait photographer, who's love of shooting film started from a young age. Josh originally moved out to LA for acting, but once the pandemic hit, he decided to completely change career paths and go all-in with photography. Over the last few years, Josh has really found his style as a photographer, and is now shooting massive campaigns for brands like Converse and Tilly's. Josh's laid back and humorous personality leads to a episode filled with great vibes. Check out Josh here:https://www.instagram.com/joshaikin/https://www.joshaikin.com/The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970You definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory Cards and Portable SSDs:Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD: https://bit.ly/4ckNVhzLexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3KHgSbMLexar Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3XpUICtLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bit.ly/3Vda36kJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:28 - Intro3:00 - One Handed Crack4:13 - Shooting Thomas Rhett’s Album Cover5:48 - Why Josh loves shooting film6:43 - How much film josh shoots on set7:09 - Large set hierarchy7:56 - How Josh builds report quickly on set10:57 - Forming relationships on large sets12:02 - Navigating between the photo and video team14:55 - Going with the flow on set16:18 - How Josh landed the Thomas Rhett album cover shoot18:04 - Talking rates as a photographer20:03 - How to raise your rates as a photographer 21:52 - Increase your value by working with a team24:20 - How important lighting is in Photography28:55 - Planning out shots before getting to set30:40 - Still having a run and gun approach on set32:29 - Gaining 140k followers in 2 months on Instagram37:22 - Manifesting the work Josh is shooting today38:54 - Working with Converse40:32 - Your one post away41:41 - Josh’s outreach strategy44:03 - How to shoot what you want to shoot47:08 - Become known for art you actually like to make48:07 - Josh’s decision to take his camera everywhere changed everything50:29 - Licensing Photos53:01 - Josh’s go-to gear setup55:18 - Lighting film photography56:11 - Film Photography nightmare58:01 - Differences in shooting Artists vs Clothing Brands1:00:28 - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome1:03:09 - Being competitive as a photographer1:04:14 - Switching schools every year growing up1:05:55 - It’s never too late to try something new1:10:39 - Going all in with Photography1:12:56 - Finding your style as a Photographer and niching down1:16:34 - Shooting Stephon Diggs clothing brand1:20:12 - Getting featured in Vogue America1:21:07 - The notoriety a Vogue feature brings1:22:43 - Shooting NYFW1:26:06 - Getting international opportunities1:28:47 - Shooting Tillys x NASCAR collab1:30:47 - Brayden’s gambling addiction1:32:20 - Kostas gives Josh his flowers1:32:52 - What Josh hopes to improve on in the next 6-12 months1:35:23 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Topics include embarrassing mishaps, camera upgrades, job searching tips, creative job opportunities, LUTs, filmmaker vs videographer debate, imposter syndrome, and admiration for Gox's editing skills.

What's up Rock Nation, today we welcome the master of personal branding, Chris Do. Chris is someone we've been following for a very long time, and have learned so much from. Whether it's how to hone in on your superpower and master your personal brand, or knowing what questions to ask on a discovery call, Chris knows exactly how to run a successful creative business. You may want to watch this one twice!The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideYou definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory cards: Lexar 128GB Professional 2000x UHS-II SD: https://bhpho.to/3ZzXaVGLexar 256GB Professional 1800x UHS-II SD: https://bhpho.to/458WOquLexar 320GB Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bhpho.to/48owD1TLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bhpho.to/46nmlx6Collab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKCheck out Chris here:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/https://www.youtube.com/ @thefutur  Timestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:40 - Intro2:58 - One Handed Crack4:44 - What is a Personal Brand5:10 - Being Authentic in your Content7:15 - What it means to be Authentic9:28 - Followers vs Personal Brand12:02 - Aspirational Brand Buying13:17 - Chris’ intro into Creating Content18:21 - How The Futur was created19:35 - Navigating tough times in the beginning20:55 - Creating value driven content24:53 - Everyone needs one truth sayer in your life26:31 - Chris’ 3 F’s Approach to tell better stories31:11 - Chris’ low friction approach to content34:11 - Carousel posts on Instagram changed everything38:56 - How Chris’ team changed with The Futur rebrand41:29 - Organic vs paid reach42:48 - How to get into being a coach43:27 - Chris’s issue with online coaching “guru’s”45:40 - Chris wants all the smoke47:35 - Why you should always credit the source of information48:57 - How to identify your superpower54:16 - Value Based Pricing58:34 - Major Brand Redesigns1:01:20 - Role Play with Chris, Brayden, and Chase1:14:20 - Price Objection Handling1:20:07 - What to do when you NEED the new client1:22:06 - “It’s TOO Expensive”1:22:55 - How to charge more1:25:31 - How to determine the value of your work1:28:24 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredTikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

The podcast features reviews of creative works, discussions on camera equipment, and sharing personal anecdotes like playing through an injury. They provide detailed feedback on photos and videos, analyze sound quality, and appreciate artistic photography. Among the topics covered are sports photography, editing techniques, and critique on video advertisements.

What's up Rock Nation, today we welcome Danny Gevirtz. Danny is a Filmmaker, Director, DP, and YouTuber, and just released his first feature film "I Think I'm Sick". We had the opportunity to see the film and sit down with Danny and talk through the entire process of making his first feature film. This was the first time we've done this kind of podcast, and it is one of our favorite episodes we've recorded. The film is truly amazing, and we highly recommend you give it a watch!Watch the film here!https://itisfilm.com/watchYou definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory Cards and Portable SSDs:Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD: https://bit.ly/4ckNVhzLexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3KHgSbMLexar Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3XpUICtLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bit.ly/3Vda36kThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Check out Danny!https://www.youtube.com/@UC34ZUMA3kx-51dREoXLGDZQ https://www.instagram.com/dannygevirtz/Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps0:00 - Trailer1:41 - Intro4:15 - One Handed Crack5:54 - Telling Danny how we liked the film7:37 - Danny’s a true filmmaker9:37 - The idea to crowdfund the film13:30 - The success of Danny’s subscribers14:04 - Practical lighting14:20 - Filmmaking is easier than you think it is16:01 - Danny on writing the film19:55 - Danny was able to be his truest self with this film22:06 - Danny’s struggles freshman year struggles27:08 - Chase’s favorite scene (bathroom initiation)29:05 - Scoring the film29:49 - Lighting the bathroom scene30:44 - The actors really make the film look special32:23 - Pulling off the one-shot dancing scene34:36 - Connor’s self tape (suicide note)35:22 - Having A-List level actors36:34 - Casting Robin38:30 - Casting Spanky39:25- Film location40:31 - You don’t need as much gear as you think42:36 - Lexar43:35 - Shooting 12 pages of the script in one night46:39 - Carlo became the new DP50:48 - Camera and lens selection53:03 - Danny filmed part of the movie himself53:33 - Knowing when it’s time to move on to the next scene54:48 - The one thing Danny wants more of on the next film56:23 - Chase makes Florida Project comparison57:45 - Danny’s wife makes a cameo1:00:01 - Saltburn comparison1:00:42 - Giving props to the lead actor1:01:24 - Suicide doesn’t fit all1:03:40 - Community helped Danny get through tough times1:06:41 - Final Scene1:10:32 - Suicide is no ones fault1:11:10 - Watching the movie for the first time1:12:32 - More of our favorite scenes1:13:37 - Danny wrote a song in the film1:15:47 - Lighting the concert scene1:17:29 - Director vs DP1:18:30 - Geometry in filmmaking1:19:39 - Porta Potty scene1:20:17 - How much money would it take to…1:21:59 - The editing process1:22:34 - Danny’s breakfast1:23:24 - Monetizing the BTS series1:25:04 - The brands involved1:26:39 - YouTube as a stepping stone1:27:35 - Danny wants to coach track1:28:03 - Brayden wants to coach wrestling1:28:38 - Danny’s wrestling coach was in the film1:29:11 - Danny’s YouTube growth1:30:56 - Breaking barriers with his film1:32:51 - Where you can watch the film1:34:58 - How much the film costs1:36:14 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/