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by Steve Balderson
The Filmmaking Confidential podcast is the quintessential resource for independent filmmakers – from aspiring students to seasoned pros. Each episode is filled with invaluable perspective, secret tips, how-tos and general philosophy about making films, no matter the budget, no matter the location. Hosted by award-winning indie filmmaker Steve Balderson, the attention is focused on what it takes to be a productive filmmaker in an industry that is risk averse and locked in a world where rigid process seems more important than creativity. This is the podcast for anyone who has dreams and the determination to see them through. Each week we meet with filmmakers, writers, actors, artists and other notables ranging from Oscar and Golden Globe winners to obscure fringe creators.
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- Sep 25, 20261h 4m
Finding Calm in the Chaos of Filmmaking: Core Transformation
Filmmaking can be chaotic. Locations fall apart. Investors back out. Egos clash. Fear, frustration, perfectionism, conflict, and the need to control can easily become more demanding than the work itself. Core Transformation has profoundly reshaped the way I move through the filmmaking process. Rather than trying to get rid of an uncomfortable reaction, I've learned to become curious about the reaction itself. It has changed the way I approach filmmaking, and writing, or editing, managing diff...
- Apr 24, 20261h 24m
Film Critic & Writer Jeremy Knox on BRAINSTARE, AI Cinema, and the Creative Tool
Film critic and writer Jeremy Knox joins Steve Balderson to discuss BRAINSTARE, AI cinema, and the shifting conversation around artificial intelligence as a creative tool. Once strongly opposed to AI, Knox has since begun experimenting with it himself, leading to a thoughtful conversation about skepticism, authorship, control, independent film, and the future of moviemaking. Jeremy Knox is a film critic and writer whose work has appeared in Film Threat and Cinema Crazed, where he contri...
- Nov 24, 202515 min
"BRAINSTARE" actress Greta Nilsen
In this special episode of Filmmaking Confidential, Steve Balderson sits down with actress Greta Nilsen, who stars as Sheba in his new feature film BRAINSTARE. What begins as a conversation about Scandinavian roots, acting technique, and the challenges of performing Joseph Suglia’s dense, cerebral script slowly unravels into something stranger — and far more revealing. Greta discusses artistic intuition, emotional architecture, digital memory, and the surprising limitations she had to o...
- Oct 22, 20251h 15m
Special Bonus: Connirae Andreas & The Wholeness Work
Today's special guest is Connirae Andreas, PhD. Learning (and experiencing) her "Core Transformation" and "Wholeness Work" have helped me navigate every aspect of my filmmaking journey from script to production to the big screen and beyond. On November 4, 2025, Connirae will be hosting a LIVE online training of The Wholeness Work. To register, and I passionately recommend it to anyone and everyone, visit: https://www.andreasnlp.com/trainings/the-wholeness-work/live-online/l...
- Feb 14, 202552 min
"SEX LOVE VENICE" Release Day!
SEX LOVE VENICE is out today in select theaters & on demand. WATCH NOW ON: Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DQTSFK44/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/sex-love-venice/umc.cmc.4g8tcjpw1ku1n9ebuhaqzo7f2 Fandango at Home: https://athome.fandango.com/content/browse/details/Sex-Love-Venice/3867608 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/sexlovevenice Spectrum: https://ondemand.spectrum.net/movies/29302048/sex-love-venice/ Verizon: https://tv.verizon....
- Feb 14, 202534 min
"SEX LOVE VENICE" Actors Daniel Bateman & Suzanna Akins!
SEX LOVE VENICE is out today in select theaters & on demand. WATCH NOW ON: Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DQTSFK44/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/sex-love-venice/umc.cmc.4g8tcjpw1ku1n9ebuhaqzo7f2 Fandango at Home: https://athome.fandango.com/content/browse/details/Sex-Love-Venice/3867608 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/sexlovevenice Spectrum: https://ondemand.spectrum.net/movies/29302048/sex-love-venice/ Verizon: https://tv.ve...
- Sep 25, 202434 min
"Accessing Creativity" Book Reading (3/3)
In today’s Special Bonus Episode, Steve shares additional excerpts from his new book “Accessing Creativity: Unlock Your Inner Genius” These excerpts come from the audiobook available exclusively on Audible. Also available on Paperback and eBook wherever books are sold. In a world that constantly demands innovation and originality, finding and nurturing your creative potential has never been more crucial. “Accessing Creativity: Unlock Your Inner Genius” by award-winning filmmaker Steve Balder...
- Sep 18, 202436 min
"Accessing Creativity" Book Reading (2/3)
In today’s Special Bonus Episode, Steve shares more excerpts from his new book “Accessing Creativity: Unlock Your Inner Genius” These excerpts come from the audiobook available exclusively on Audible. Also available on Paperback and eBook wherever books are sold. In a world that constantly demands innovation and originality, finding and nurturing your creative potential has never been more crucial. “Accessing Creativity: Unlock Your Inner Genius” by award-winning filmmaker Steve Balderson is...
About Filmmaking Confidential
The Filmmaking Confidential podcast is the quintessential resource for independent filmmakers – from aspiring students to seasoned pros. Each episode is filled with invaluable perspective, secret tips, how-tos and general philosophy about making films, no matter the budget, no matter the location. Hosted by award-winning indie filmmaker Steve Balderson, the attention is focused on what it takes to be a productive filmmaker in an industry that is risk averse and locked in a world where rigid process seems more important than creativity. This is the podcast for anyone who has dreams and the determination to see them through. Each week we meet with filmmakers, writers, actors, artists and other notables ranging from Oscar and Golden Globe winners to obscure fringe creators.
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