

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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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 16min
Is Lance being Stalked by a Serial Killer? | Ep 004 | Right Place Right Time
On todays episode of Right Place Right Time, hosts Lance A Williams and Mike Pecci react to a listeners absolutely unbelievable stories. This guy claims he has lived through one insane event after another, from surviving a plane crash, to being kidnapped by pirates, to somehow being adopted by millionaires. Yes, we were skeptical too. Mike and Lance play the voice message and break down every twist to figure out if this is the greatest Right Place Right Time story ever told or if this guy is completely full of it. The breakdown gets funnier and stranger as they try to make sense of each impossible detail. And as if that was not enough chaos for one episode, the guys start connecting dots that might explain how Lance ended up on a serial killers mural. The mystery only gets weirder as the clues start lining up. Strap in for one of the wildest episodes in the history of the show. Subscribe on YouTube at @inlovewiththeprocess for more unbelievable stories, off the beaten path adventures, and cinematic conversations with Mike and Lance.👉Watch on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Ok8Xe0ojvhw👉 More podcasts at inlovewiththeprocess.comVisit inlovewiththeprocess.com for audio podcasts, merch, music, and more. Mike Pecci https://www.mikepecci.com/ / mikepecci Lance A. Williams / golancego Theme song by: / big_black_delta Show produced directed by Mike Pecci & ILWP Podcasts Sound mix by / dj_voltran Sound Effects from https://soundmorph.com/ Cameras from https://fujifilm-x.com/ Edit Support http://puget.systems/go/ILWTP Visit https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/... Merch: https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 59min
EP375 | Filmmakers Can’t Stop Talking About the GFX ETERNA 55 (w/ Oren Soffer)
On a very special episode of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci takes you inside the camera that every cinematographer is talking about, the Fujifilm GFX ETERNA 55. This camera blends Fujifilm’s heritage with modern innovation, built to deliver technical excellence and to elevate the emotional power of visual storytelling.Joining Mike is cinematographer Oren Soffer (The Creator), who recently put the GFX ETERNA 55 to the test while shooting his new film OKAY. Together they discuss how the camera held up under extreme conditions, why true filmmakers focus on tone and emotion over specs, and how chasing feeling over perfection leads to extraordinary work.This episode is more than a gear review. It’s a deep dive into the creative spirit behind filmmaking, experimentation, and discovery. Whether you want to know how this camera performs, or you just want to reignite your love of cinema, this is the episode for you.Subscribe for more conversations that celebrate the process of filmmaking and the artists who keep cinema alive.Watch more episodes at: https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/► Check out the Fujifilm Eterna 55► Oren's IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ever Feel Like You’ve Known Someone Forever? | Ep 003 | Right Place Right Time
Have you ever met someone and felt like you’ve known them your whole life? In this episode of Right Place Right Time, hosts Mike Pecci and Lance A. Williams dive into the strange magic of instant connections, why we bond so deeply with strangers and what it means when romance sparks out of nowhere.They also drop some love for CZARFACE, DESIRE, and the new Black Hawk Down 4K, plus shoutouts to Jonathan Bates for our theme song, Mitch Murder for additional music, Fujifilm for the gear, and Grim Reaper Coffee Co. for fueling the chaos.If you love wild stories, nostalgia, and those surreal moments when the universe just clicks, hit like, subscribe, and jump into more Right Place Right Time.Follow @mikepecci and @golancego on Instagram for merch, giveaways, and behind-the-scenes drops.👉Watch on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Ok8Xe0ojvhw👉 More podcasts at inlovewiththeprocess.comMike Peccihttps://www.mikepecci.com/https://www.instagram.com/mikepecci/Lance A. Williamshttps://www.instagram.com/golancegoTheme song by: https://www.instagram.com/big_black_delta/Show produced directed by Mike Pecci & ILWP PodcastsSound mix by https://www.instagram.com/dj_voltran/Sound Effects from https://soundmorph.com/Cameras from https://fujifilm-x.com/Edit Support http://puget.systems/go/ILWTPVisit https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/right-place-right-time-podcastMerch: https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 2025 • 2h 18min
EP374 | Finding the Demon in a Fashion Model (w/ Sedona Legge)
It has been a massive week for director Mike Pecci and creative director and photographer Gina Manning, with the official press releases, film teaser, and photo shoot drop for their project METANOIA, a haunting and visually stunning collaboration years in the making.To celebrate, Mike is joined by Sedona Legge, the film’s lead actress, a fashion model, seamstress, and designer of custom couture pieces. Together, they go deep into their creative process, exploring how Sedona literally conjured a demon on set through performance, movement, and emotional transformation.The conversation also dives into the reality of working in the fashion world, the physical and mental demands of modeling, the pressures of image, and how artistry fuels survival in both industries. They also bond over food, stories from the set, and the joy of true collaboration.Mike takes time to celebrate the gear, studios, and sponsors who helped bring Metanoia to life. This is a special episode for anyone who loves art, film, fashion, and the process behind bold creation.► Watch METANOIA TEASER►Sedona's IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music: Ron Cannon, Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 5min
Are We All Addicted to Fear? | Ep 002 | Right Place Right Time
Why do we keep chasing fear? In this episode of Right Place Right Time, filmmaker Mike Pecci and actor Lance A. Williams explore our strange addiction to being scared, both in real life and on screen. From near-death moments to the movies that shook us, this conversation dives into what fear really does to our brains, why we crave it, and how it shapes who we are. If you love deep talks about creativity, danger, and the thrill of the unknown, this one’s for you. Watch on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Ok8Xe0ojvhw🎧 Subscribe for more stories about timing, chance, and the wild side of life. Mike Pecci https://www.mikepecci.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mikepecci/ Lance A. Williams https://www.instagram.com/golancego Theme song by: https://www.instagram.com/big_black_delta/ Show produced directed by Mike Pecci & ILWP PodcastsSound mix by https://www.instagram.com/dj_voltran/ Sound Effects from https://soundmorph.com/ Cameras from https://fujifilm-x.com/ Edit Support http://puget.systems/go/ILWTP Visit https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/right-place-right-time-podcast Merch: https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 2025 • 2h 17min
EP373 | Don't Fear AI, Fear the CEO's Using It! (w/ Steve Davis)
On today’s episode of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci is joined by director and AI filmmaker Steve Davis, who recently signed with one of the first AI-focused ad agencies. Steve shares his journey from working as a videographer to moving through nearly every position on a film set, all while chasing innovation at the frontlines of AI filmmaking.Mike and Steve dive into the growing tension between creativity and corporate control. They talk about Netflix’s positive new restrictions on AI use, the dangerous ways corporations are using technology to cut corners, and why the real threat to filmmakers isn’t AI itself, it’s institutional greed. From mass layoffs to profit-driven decision-making, Mike argues that Silicon Valley and major corporations are exploiting technology to make the wealthy even richer, while eroding creative industries in the process.This episode is a fiery, honest look at the future of filmmaking, the ethics of AI, and how artists can reclaim their power by choosing where to put their time, money, and support. If you care about creativity, independence, and the future of film, this one’s essential listening.► Steves IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 31min
Two Best Friends vs Hollywood | Ep 001 | Right Place Right Time
**In the official cannon of our podcast this is Episode 64, but since it is now on YouTube we are rebooting to EP 001**Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EZoQ3-qn1cMTwo best friends, Hollywood horror film director Mike Pecci and actor writer Lance A. Williams, set out to prove that success is all about being in the right place at the right time. From the chaos of the film business to late night Bar Safaris and road trips filled with food, drinks, and wild stories, they are chasing meaning, laughter, and a reason not to quit. Each episode dives into the real creative grind, how to find love, land the dream gig, score that impossible apartment, or just pull yourself off the couch and into the world. Expect raw honesty, ridiculous adventures, and a cinematic look at friendship and survival in Hollywood. If you love shows like Bad Friends, Your Moms House, or Good Mythical Morning, you will feel right at home here. Mike and Lance talk filmmaking, underground music, food, travel, and all the nerdy gear that keeps them inspired. Every episode is packed with movie level storytelling, unfiltered laughs, and real conversations about chasing dreams in the modern creative world. 🎬 Right Place Right Time is where friendship, filmmaking, and pure chaos collide. Subscribe for more adventures, behind the scenes stories, and the occasional hangover cure. Watch Mike Pecci's films: https://mikepeccisfilms.vhx.tv/ Mike Pecci https://www.mikepecci.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mikepecci/Lance A. Williams https://www.instagram.com/golancego Theme song by: https://www.instagram.com/big_black_delta/ Additional Music from https://mitchmurder.bandcamp.com/ Show produced directed by Mike Pecci & ILWP Podcasts Sound mix by https://www.instagram.com/dj_voltran/ Sound Effects from https://soundmorph.com/ Cameras from https://fujifilm-x.com/ Edit Support http://puget.systems/go/ILWTP Visit https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/right-place-right-time-podcast Merch: https://www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 2025 • 2h 1min
EP372 | We Love the Craft of Cinema (w/ Deborah Correa)
On today’s episode of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci sits down with director Deborah Correa to talk about her new western The War Between. The two quickly bond over their shared love for cinematic language, exploring what makes the western genre both beautiful and brutally difficult to pull off.Deborah opens up about the challenges of shooting a western, from capturing the perfect coverage to blocking sweeping wide shots and ensuring every detail feels true to the period. She also shares what it takes to graduate from directing short films to completing her first feature, and the emotional and creative lessons learned along the way.This episode is a passionate love letter to filmmaking, filled with insight, laughter, and an appreciation for the craft that makes movies timeless. Strap in for an inspiring conversation about the power of visual storytelling.► The War Between► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Big Black Delta——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 2025 • 2h 27min
EP371 | The Emotional Experience of Sound Design (w/ Jason Cushing)
On today’s episode of In Love with the Process, we dive deep into the emotional power of sound and the artistry behind sound design. Host Mike Pecci is joined by Jason Cushing, the founder and creative lead of SoundMorph, to explore how sound shapes the worlds we see and feel on screen.With over two decades in the industry, Jason has crafted sound for AAA titles like Mass Effect 2 at Electronic Arts, created custom weapon effects for Epic Games, and collaborated with studios including Warner Bros. and Squanch Games. His company, SoundMorph, has become a cornerstone for professional sound designers, providing cutting-edge tools and libraries that inspire the next generation of creators.Mike and Jason dig into their shared love of building worlds one sound at a time, breaking down how sound design is as emotional as it is technical. They talk innovation, collaboration, and the raw details that make great sound unforgettable.Plus, Mike gives listeners an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming Right Place Right Time video podcast. There is a lot to hear and learn in this episode — plug in and get inspired.► SoundMorph► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 55min
EP370 | What Happens After WTF? (w/ Mike Pecci)
When Marc Maron announced that WTF was coming to an end, it felt like a friend was leaving town. For almost two decades, Marc and his producer Brendan McDonald built a place where artists, comedians, and creators could be honest about who they were. It was raw, funny, emotional, and deeply human.In this episode, filmmaker and host Mike Pecci looks back at how WTF inspired him to start In Love with the Process nearly seven years ago. He talks about how Marc’s willingness to share his flaws and emotions shaped the way he approaches his own show, and how a conversation with Brendan McDonald early on helped guide him toward finding his voice behind the mic.This is not a goodbye, it is a thank you. A celebration of the impact Marc and Brendan had on so many of us, and a reflection on what happens next for those who still crave that kind of honesty in the creative world.If WTF ever made you laugh, cry, or feel seen, this episode is for you.► WTF Podcast► Brendan McDonald's Episode► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG Music by: Code Elektro & Mitch Murder——SPONSORS——► SoundMorph► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design Inlovewiththeprocess.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


