

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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Mar 4, 2025 • 1h 31min
EP338 | Studio vs. Indie Horror: The Secret to Keeping Creative Control (w/ Josh Ruben)
Ever wonder if making a successful indie film means Hollywood will come knocking? And if they do, how do you protect your vision when pitching to a studio—and keep it intact from set to edit?Director Josh Ruben (Scare Me, Werewolves Within) returns to the show to talk about his first studio film, Heart Eyes—a bloody slasher-meets-romantic-comedy mashup with all the signature chaos of a Ruben film. Host Mike Pecci and Ruben dive deep into the process, from the high-stakes pitch to the pressures of post-production, revealing what it’s really like to direct your first big studio feature. #HorrorFilmmaking #IndieToStudio #JoshRuben #HeartEyes #Slasher #FilmmakingTips #CreativeControl #PitchToPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 2025 • 2h 7min
RPRT41 | Making Art, Making Noise: Right Time to Be Heard (w/ Andrea Wasse)
Pull up a chair to an episode that feels like a family feast as Mike and Lance are joined by Andrea Wasse, a singer/songwriter and close friend of the podcast, as they discuss the positivity of creating art when starting a punk rock band out of rebellion in pursuit of finding an identity while struggling with performance anxiety that comes with being center stage yet still realizing how artistic honesty can truly effect others around you organically while trying to disconnect for social norms. ► Andrea’s IG► Mike’s IG► Lance’s IG ►Ratfellas IG►In Love The Process ►Right Place Right Time►Atmotube PRO (Promo Code: InLoveWithTheProcess) punk rock, performance anxiety, artistic honesty, finding identity through music, creative rebellion, singer-songwriter Andrea Wasse, starting a band, breaking social norms, indie music, Right Place Right Time podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 50min
EP 337 | Cinematography: Nominated for an Oscar!? (w/ Andrea Gavazzi)
Hop on your Dolly track and grab your camera and headphones and listen in as Mike and Andrea Gavazzi discuss the process of reducing a film to its core by capturing pure emotion by using intention when peering through the lens. Andrea is currently Nominated for an Oscar for Live Action Short Film “A Lien” which highlights the horrors of the Bureaucratic process and tries to find a glimmer of empathy for the struggles immigrants have to endure. ► Andrea’s IG► Mike's IG ► ILWP's IG ——SPONSORS——► FujiFilm► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design ——MUSIC——Intro: Bending Grid & Safety Word "Aeons End"Ad Reads: Mitch Murder "Artifact"Outro: L'Avenue "Missing in Santa Clarita" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 7min
RPRT40 | From Baywatch to Horror Filmmaker (w/ Brande Roderick)
Grab a trusty floatation device for this week’s episode as a Lance-less Mike dives head first into the deep end with a Baywatch Lifeguard, Playboy Playmate and Film/TV Producer; Brande Roderick. Together they swim through the amazing journey that brought Brande her international stardom at the age of 25 and how she kept her head on straight with a tsunami of fame at the beginning of an unforgettable career. ► Brande’s IG► Mike’s IG► Lance’s IG ►In Love The Process ►Right Place Right Time►Atmotube PRO (Promo Code: InLoveWithTheProcess) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 53min
EP 336 | Kaiju Unleashed (w/ Shawn Pryor)
This week on In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci is joined by author Shawn Pryor for an epic deep dive into the legendary world of Kaiju! With Shawn’s new book, Kaiju Unleashed, as their guide, they embark on a mission to make Godzilla do a happy dance by celebrating the rich legacy of giant monsters. Along the way, Shawn shares what makes his hometown of Lexington, Kentucky, so special—beyond just bourbon. Get ready to unleash your love for all things Kaiju!►Mike Pecci's IG ►ILWP's IG ►Shawn’s IG --- SPONSORS ---► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design ► FujiFilm► Porta Brace Camera Cases (Promo Code: ILWP)► Atmotube PRO (Promo Code: InLoveWithTheProcess) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 52min
EP 39 | Getting to meet Guillermo Del Toro (w/ Samantha Rodes)
Do we put on masks to hide ourselves from a fear of rejection - or do we put on the suit that makes us feel comfortable in our own skin? Sit back and grab your favorite mask as Mike and Lance peel back the layers of Creature and Prosthetic performance with the small but mighty Samantha Rhodes as they discuss how she finds balance as a creative, literally and figuratively, as she becomes a living canvas for hours on end being covered from head to toe and finding her zin by embracing her inner-creature and developing the urge to continue braving Hollywood and finding the way to deflect rejection to find her worth as an artist and being the hero of your own story when battling with mental health issues as a creative creature. In Love The Process Right Place Right TimeMike’s IGLance’s IGSam’s IGAtmotube PRO (Promo Code: InLoveWithTheProcess) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 2025 • 2h 8min
EP 335 | CINEMATOGRAPHY: Working for Mel Gibson (w/ Johnny Derango)
Host Mike Pecci sits down with Johnny Derango sharing tales of cinematography, getting the chance to work on the film 'FLIGHT RISK’ and ironically being in the same circle of friends; from lighting to lens selection to volume stages with an airplane, these two cinephiles lay out a perfect picture of what it means to be in Hollywood.Go to In Love With The Process to see trailers and clips!►Mike Pecci's IG ►ILWP's IG ►Ratfellas IG►Johnny’s IGSPONSORS► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design ► FujiFilm► Porta Brace Camera Cases (Promo Code: ILWP)► Atmotube PRO► Music by Code Elecktro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 2025 • 1h 44min
From Wildfires to Wakanda (w/ D'Lo Louis)
From Fire Camp to the set of Black Panther. Welcome to the first podcast back since the wildfires in Los Angeles… Lance and Mike join forces with incarcerated Firefighter turned Writer/Director/Producer D’Angelo D’Lo Louis as they find a sense of direction when containing fires, traveling the country and navigating a film set as Ryan Coogler’s Assistant just five months out of prison and what it's like getting dropped into one of the most sought after careers on Earth. Right Place Right TimeIn Love The Process Mike’s IGLance’s IG D’Lo’s IGSponsored by:Atmotube PRO (Promo Code: InLoveWithTheProcess) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 50min
EP 334 | Fate of the World (w/ Jack Robichaud and Brett McCabe)
Host Mike Pecci embraces the apocalypse with Jack Robichaud and Brett McCabe as they discuss handling the process of guerrilla filming “Fate of the World” in the deep desert of Joshua Tree; a short film originally planned of as a TV pilot idea. These amazing creatives delve into how they try to not spread themselves too thin - directing, editing and learning to lean on the creatives around them to develop the magic of the filmmaking process as wells as the cost and process of navigating the Film Festival circuits. Getting rejected, getting into festivals with questionable itineraries while even still getting accepted into amazing festivals that leave lasting memories as a reminder why passion projects are meant to be made. ►Mike’s IG ►ILWP's IG ►Jack’s IG ►Brett’s IG ------------->Featuring Music from: Mitch MurderThe Episode is Sponsored by:► Blackmagic Design ► FujiFilm X100VI► FujiFilm► Fotodiox► Puget Systems► Porta Brace Camera Cases (Promo Code: ILWP)► Atmotube PRO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 47min
ILWP SPECIAL | The LA Housing Crisis: How we can take back control (w/ Rick Darge)
On this explosive Los Angeles special of In Love with the Process, host Mike Pecci is joined by fearless filmmaker Rick Darge to pull back the curtain on the shocking corruption in LA’s real estate market. With thousands left homeless after the wildfires, shady landlords are illegally price-gouging desperate renters—and Rick is on a mission to stop them.From Zillow scams to loopholes landlords don’t want you to know about, Rick breaks down how he’s been holding these crooks accountable—and how you can, too. Whether you’re in LA or any major city, this is vital information that could save you thousands.Don’t get scammed—tune in now! Get the Atmotube PRO here: https://tidd.ly/4heXbqaThe 10% discount code to share on the podcast is INLOVEWITHTHEPROCESS. It's valid until March 25.Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►Rick's IG►Mike Pecci's IG►ILWP's IG------------->Featuring Additional Music from: Mitch MurderThe Episode is Sponsored by► Atmotube► Puget Systems► Blackmagic Design► FujiFilm Shop► FujiFilm Refurb► Porta Brace Camera Cases Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.