Ever wondered how the creatures that haunt your nightmares actually come to life?

On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the incredibly talented special effects makeup artist Samantha Goodell for an intimate, deep-dive look into the world of horror. Samantha shares the fascinating story of how she got her start in the industry and pulls back the curtain on her creative process. From initial sketches to the final terrifying look, find out exactly how she dreams up the creature creations that go bump in the night.

Grab your popcorn and let’s get spooky!

What does it take to become a legendary cinematographer while simultaneously building a thriving film community from the ground up? This week, we are joined by the incredible Peter Simonite ASC, CSC!

Originally from Austin, Texas, Peter has taken his world-class cinematic talents and brought them right back home. In this episode, Peter shares his journey behind the lens and dives into why he founded The Austin Cinematography Group—a vital organization dedicated to catering to a massive film community and promoting the photographic and cinematic arts in Texas. Whether you are an aspiring camera operator, a seasoned DP, or just a lover of beautiful moving images, Peter's insights on craft and community will leave you inspired.

Filming a movie in over a week sounds impossible—doing it without a single minute of overtime sounds like a horror-movie miracle.

Today, we're joined by Shane Lawson, the brilliant director and producer behind the upcoming film Weekend Getaway. Having worked alongside Shane on this incredible project, I can tell you the energy on set was unmatched. Shane joins the show to chat about his filmmaking journey, the wild ride of directing a feature film in just eight days, and why the horror genre holds a truly unique and special place in his creative heart.