

In Love with the Process Podcast
Mike Pecci
Join the thrilling journey of film director Mike Pecci as he fearlessly dives into the realm of chasing his dreams. Buckle up and get ready for the exhilarating ride as he embarks on the adventure of preparing for his very first Hollywood feature film! Grab those noise-cancelling headphones and immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of the hottest new synth-wave music. Picture yourself sipping on a cold beer and savoring home-smoked BBQ while engaging in candid conversations with Pecci and a diverse cast of unexpected guests, including filmmakers, artists, technicians, chefs, and musicians. They're all here to unveil their most intimate stories and demystify the path to success. Get ready to learn, laugh, and be inspired like never before with the IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS PODCAST! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 36min
EP258 Remastered | Acting Legend Clint Howard (w/ Clint Howard)
As October rolls in, we are re releasing some of our favorite horror themed episodes and today’s is a big one. On this special In Love with the Process episode, host Mike Pecci sits down with legendary character actor Clint Howard, known for cult classics like Evilspeak, House of the Dead, Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation, and Ice Cream Man.Clint takes us deep into his long career in the movie business, sharing stories about working with his brother Ron Howard and being directed by his niece Bryce Dallas Howard.This episode is packed with stories for movie nerds and aspiring filmmakers alike. Clint offers valuable tips for actors, reflects on his decades in Hollywood, and talks about surviving in the industry while leaving a mark on horror history.Strap in for one of the best episodes of In Love with the Process.Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips! ►Clint's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0397212/ ► Clints's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clinthowardoffical ►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci ►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod -------------> Featuring Music from: ►L'Avenue The Episode is Sponsored by ► bokehrentals.com/ ► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP ► Fotodiox: fotodioxpro.com/ ► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/ ► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4 ► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2025 • 2h 5min
EP367 | How Experience Shapes the Way You Present Yourself (w/ Pete Searson)
On this episode of In Love with the Process, we explore the importance of being genuine in how you live, how you create, and how you present yourself to the world. The clothes you wear, the food you eat, the music you love, and the adventures you collect all become a roadmap to who you are.Host Mike Pecci is joined by Pete Searson, long time surfer, punk rock fanatic, and one half of the Tellason brand. Pete shares the story behind their obsession with raw denim, why quality products that last matter more than disposable trends, and how a great pair of jeans can act like a canvas for your life story.This is an episode about authenticity, craftsmanship, and how experience leaves its mark on everything we wear and everything we do.► Tellason► Tellason IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro, Ron Cannon & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 2h 14min
RPRT32 Remaster | What makes it a Horror Film? (w/ Ryan Spindell)
While new episodes are in the works, we are celebrating Halloween by re-releasing some of our favorite horror film conversations. With so many new listeners joining us from the 12KM Top 3 Horror Contest, this is the perfect time to keep the discussion going about which films to watch this spooky season.Join Right Place / Right Time hosts Mike Pecci and Lance A. Williams as they welcome horror director Ryan Spindell for a spine-chilling dive into what makes a film truly terrifying. Do horror movies need gore to scare us? Are jump scares essential, or is there something deeper that lingers in our minds long after the credits roll?Together, they unearth the essential ingredients of a great horror film, share insider perspectives from the filmmaking trenches, and debate the elements that make the genre so addictive. Along the way, they load you up with horror movie recommendations guaranteed to make your Halloween night more bone-chilling than ever.This episode is packed with creepy insights, passionate debate, and a love letter to the horror genre.Music by Mitch Murder ►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci ►Lance's Instagram: www.instagram.com/golancego/ ►Ryan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/rspindell/ ►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 2h 11min
EP366 | The Horror Films that will blow your mind! (w/ Ryan Graveface)
It is that time of year when people want to be scared, to be freaked out, and with thousands of new listeners joining us from my 12KM Top 3 Horror List and asking for recommendations, this is the perfect moment to unleash this episode.Today we are diving into 1980s horror films you have never seen. A collection of the gross, the gruesome, and the often ridiculous. Joining me is Ryan Graveface, the mastermind behind Terror Vision, Graveface Records, and the Graveface Museum in Chicago. Ryan is the modern-day equivalent of that video store clerk from our childhoods — the guy who knows all the underground, super-cool horror films you never knew existed.Together, we go deep into the world of underground horror, exploring how these films were made, how they were distributed, and most importantly, which ones you should be watching this Halloween.If you are ready for a crash course in bizarre, bloody, and brilliant 80s horror, this episode is your gateway into the weirdest corners of the genre.► Graveface Website► Graveface Museum► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 54min
EP222 ReRelease | How the Film 12KM was Created
We are re releasing this episode for all the new 12KM fans joining us from TikTok. Enjoy this classic episode!Host Mike Pecci sits down with Ian Spencer and has an in-depth conversation about 12 Kilometers. What inspired the film, how it was financed, the practical FX to casting a film in Russian. Everything you have been asking for.►Ian's Website: insphotography.com/►Ian's IG: www.instagram.com/ianspencerphotography/►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspodThe Episode is Sponsored by►Bokeh Rentals: bokehrentals.com/► Atlas Lens Co: atlaslensco.com/mercury-series/► Indiprotools.com► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2025 • 2h 39min
EP365 | How much does it cost to film in LA? (w/ Travis Beck)
How often do you sit through the closing credits of a movie, waiting for that extra cut scene teasing the next superhero franchise, and wonder why it takes so many people to make a film? At In Love with the Process, we love introducing you to those crew credits you may have never noticed.Today’s guest is one of the best in Los Angeles, Travis Beck, a Location Manager, filmmaker, and actor. Travis breaks down what it really takes to secure and manage film locations, from hunting down the perfect spot to navigating permits, traffic cops, parking trucks, movie chairs, and calming nervous location owners.It is a wild ride full of crazy set stories, behind the scenes insights, and the definitive answer to one of Hollywood’s biggest questions: How much does it actually cost to film in LA?If you have ever been curious about the hidden heroes of filmmaking, this episode is your backstage pass.► Travis's IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 2025 • 28min
How I edit my films using Sound Packs | SoundMorph Special
On this special episode of In Love with the Process, host and horror film director Mike Pecci takes you inside the editing process that makes his films so visceral. He breaks down why sound is just as important as image, shares his obsession with sound design, and talks about the thrill of building a library of unforgettable sound effects.It is also the perfect moment to announce our new partnership with SoundMorph. Their epic sound packs have become an industry standard, used in countless Hollywood productions, and now you can access them to make your own projects sound massive and cinematic.If you are ready to elevate your storytelling and give your films the sound they deserve, this is the episode for you.Check out SoundMorph now!► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 9, 2025 • 30min
LOVE SANDWICH | The Tuna Sandwich
On today’s episode of the LOVE SANDWICH podcast, Mike Pecci shows some love to one of his go-to sandwiches, the tuna sandwich. Before you sneer, give him a chance to make your mouth water as he shares his favorite ways to prepare and enjoy it.Mike also gives advice on how to impress your date with food and recommends one of his favorite sandwich spots in East LA. This one will leave you hungry and craving something delicious.Mike's IGMusic by Mitch MurderShout outs:Habitat CoffeeDalstrongKatz DeliLangers Deli Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 9, 2025 • 1h 45min
EP364 | How We Shot a Killer Action Movie in a Foreign Country (w/ Alexander Chinnici , Allan Ungar)
On a special episode of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci welcomes back two returning guests: cinematographer Alexander Chinnici and director Allan Ungar to talk about their new film London Calling.If you’re a fan of John Wick and dark comedy, get ready for a killer indie film experience. Recorded in-studio, the guys go deep into the process of making a movie in another country, from immersing themselves in the local culture, to scouting locations that can double as anywhere in the world, to pulling off an insane number of setups in a single day.It’s a rollercoaster of set stories, filmmaking lessons, and life experiences that capture the chaos and joy of creating something bold and original. This episode is packed with insight, laughs, and inspiration you won’t want to miss.Watch the trailer for LONDON CALLING► Allan's IG► Alex's IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design ► FREESTYLE► Cinepacks► Fotodiox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 5, 2025 • 1h 41min
RPRT62 | Could you push another human off a building?
On today’s episode of Right Place / Right Time, hosts Lance A. Williams and Mike Pecci explore how to navigate egos on a film set, the fine balance of personalities, and how to keep creativity alive under pressure.They share what movies and shows they are currently watching and why those stories hit them right now. Then the conversation takes a wild turn with a big moral question: Could you push another human off a building?This episode mixes filmmaking insights, pop culture, and deep what-if scenarios that will leave you thinking long after it ends.►Mike’s IG►Lance’s IG ►In Love The Process ►Right Place Right Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.