The Creative Gap

This podcast explores the journey and evolution of cinematographer Robert Machado, from his passion for photography to his leadership role in cinematography. Topics include navigating monitor challenges, creative decision-making on film sets, reflections on YouTube journey, and the significance of mentorship in visual storytelling.

Salomon Ligthelm, renowned filmmaker and talented musician, discusses writing, directing, passion projects, family, faith, AI, and technology. He shares insights on overcoming failure, the importance of a supportive partner, the role of AI in technology, sacrifice and personal growth, parenting, character-driven storytelling, balancing passion projects, navigating film festivals, creating art for an audience, and the joy of filmmaking.

Today's episode we sit down with Content Creators Greg Auerbach and Nate Twer. Greg & Nate, have been blowing up on Social Media over the past few years with their unique take of comedy skits intertwined with brand advertisements. I have personally been a part of many of those as their DP and have seen them grow to be able to work on some larger scale projects. Their unique style has amassed tens of thousands of fans and  brands such as True Classic, Everyman Jack, Ekster Wallets, 7-11, Wawa, McDonalds, Chipotle and many more. I am very excited to talk with them not only about their journey as creators, but their evolution from creating Tik tok content to high end commercial work. Hope you enjoy this episode. ________________________________________ Follow Greg: https://www.instagram.com/greg_tube/ https://www.newbold-creative.com/ Follow Nate: https://www.instagram.com/natetwer/ ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Spotify & Apple Podcast! ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Today's episode we sit down with Rapper Colin Henry. Colin is a New Jersey artist & rapper. With 4 albums already under his belt, over 1.7 million streams and 40k monthly spotify listeners, Colin is no beginner when it comes to music. His latest Album Dark Times and White lines released in 2022. He has a new Single out now called Juranimo. I am excited to chat with Colin about his beginnings, how he found music, what and who inspires him, his process, the Music business, & the path to pursue music in todays world. Colin and I have a close background, I spent a few months in 2022 documenting the making of his latest album, so I got to see first hand what it was like to prep for an album, the process of recording one, mixing and mastering. But what impressed me the most was his work ethic and vibe he wanted to maintain the entire process of making the album. Hope you enjoy this episode ________________________________________ Follow Colin: https://www.instagram.com/chenryofficial/ https://songwhip.com/chenry/juranimo ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Spotify & Apple Podcast! ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Today's episode is a solo one. The topic revolves around experiencing failure, dissapointment and making mistakes. My hope is for you to find glimpses of yourself in this message and find the courage to push past those moments of failure to find success in your life. Hope you enjoy this episode! ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Spotify & Apple Podcast! ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Today's episode we sit down with Director Roger Castillo. Roger is a director mainly in the Commercial space. He is a full-time creative at Snipes™ which is a streetwear company where he has met a ton of his mentors and been able to gain opportunities to grow as a Director. In this Episode we talk about his path of becoming a filmmaker, what it means to be an immigrant in American and how that influences his work, working within a corporate structure and overcoming self doubt. Hope you enjoy this episode! ________________________________________ Follow Roger: https://www.instagram.com/rogercastle/ https://www.instagram.com/guarida/ https://www.rogcas.com/ ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Spotify & Apple Podcast! ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Today's episode we sit down with Director Mark Bone. Mark is a commercial, documentary filmmaker who also has a Youtube channel where he teaches all things filmmaking. In this Episode we talk about life, balancing responsibilities vs. passion, documentary filmmaking, gardening and faith. Hope you enjoy this episode Follow Mark: https://www.instagram.com/markandrewbone/ https://www.instagram.com/theartofdocumentary/ https://www.youtube.com/@markbone ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Apple Podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-creative-gap/id1639440566 ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Chris is the Owner of Pennsylvania based Production Company Aumen Film Co. Chris' role within his company varies from Executive Producer to Director as well as Editor. In this episode, we dive into the journey Chris took to get him where he is today, the challenges he faces owning a Production Company and getting bigger clients. For anyone interested in the role of a Producer, Director or hope to own a Production Company one day, this episode is for you. Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/christopheraumen/ https://www.instagram.com/aumenfilmco/ https://www.aumenfilm.co/links?utm_source=Bio+Link&utm_medium=Organic ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ LEAVE A RATING!  If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating on Apple Podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-creative-gap/id1639440566 ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Edward Lee is a Seattle based Content Creator. His work ranges from Photography, Videography to Podcast and Youtube Creation. In this episode we dive into the jouney of creating a career as a Content Creator, why its important to create for yourself, a unique approach to client relationships as well as trying to find the balance between work and life. Follow Edward: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/ https://www.instagram.com/midconvo/ https://www.midconvo.com/ https://www.edwardleefilms.com/links ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.patreon.com/TheCreativeGapPodcast ________________________________________ FOLLOW ON IG! Carlo: https://www.instagram.com/carlostigs The Creative Gap: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap

Today we are joined by Writer, Director and Producer Zac Stracener. I came across Zac’s work after watching his latest short film “Forever Sleep,” which he was nominated for the 2023 Young Director Award at the Cannes Lions Festival Normally, this podcast is based around conversations with filmmakers about their life, journey and other topics, this is the first time I am joined by a guest to talk about a specific project. Prior to diving into our conversation, I want to just share the log-line of this film for you all to have a better understanding of what it's about. Then at the end I encourage you all to go and watch the film for yourself. It without a doubt left me feeling emotional, and wanting to watch again to dig deeper into the story.  The Story of “Forever Sleep.” Witness a man's desperate quest for solace in the depths of his memories. After enduring the unbearable loss of his wife and newborn, Cole Powell voluntarily undergoes an experiment to end it all — Forever Sleep™️. But what he encounters within the recesses of his mind is an unexpected revelation, challenging him to confront the haunting question: Is life truly worth living, even after enduring unimaginable pain? This visually stunning short explores the resilience of the human spirit, reminding us that amidst the darkness, there is always a reason to choose life. WATCH "FOREVER SLEEP" // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwgrHEZzkjo&feature=youtu.be Follow Zac Stracener: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacstracener Website: https://zacstracener.com/ Stay in tune with The Creative Gap Podcast! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativegap/ Email us for any inquiries: itsthecreativegap@gmail.com Big Thank you to MUSICBED for supplying our Intro & Outro Music