Aug 25, 202628 min
Securing film permits in Los Angeles can feel like an uphill battle. But a grassroots movement is working to change that, one policy win at a time. Bishop Porter sits down with Cale Thomas , an Emmy Award-winning makeup...
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A look at what it takes to make an indie film. Each episode shares advice on things like funding, planning, and getting a project across the finish line, without a studio-sized budget.
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What is Inside Indies about?
A look at what it takes to make an indie film. Each episode shares advice on things like funding, planning, and getting a project across the finish line, without a studio-sized budget.
Who hosts Inside Indies?
Inside Indies is hosted by Cast & Crew. The show has published 28 episodes to date.
What has Inside Indies covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Movement To Bring Production Back to LA With Cale Thomas" (25 August 2026, 28 minutes), "Why Microdramas Are the Next Big Thing With Nancy Pop and James Barker" (25 June 2026, 33 minutes), and "The Making of “Weather Hunters” With Al Roker and Dete Meserve" (11 June 2026, 27 minutes).
How often does Inside Indies publish?
Inside Indies publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 28 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Inside Indies?
Booking probability for Inside Indies is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Inside Indies requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Inside Indies's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Inside Indies?
The strongest fits for Inside Indies are Film & Video. Inside Indies has a tv audience.
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Cast & Crew hosts Inside Indies, a tv podcast with 28 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Jun 25, 202633 min
The next opportunity for indie filmmakers might not be on a big screen. It might be vertical. In this episode of Inside Indies, Anthony López sits down with Nancy Pop , Senior Producer at In Case You Missed It...
- Jun 11, 202627 min
Every great series starts with an idea, but it takes a team to bring it to life. In this episode of Inside Indies, Bishop Porter sits down with Emmy-winning broadcaster and producer Al Roker and bestselling novelist and...
- May 27, 202633 minS0
<p>Filmmakers and producers are driven by a vision—a compelling story, bold idea, and belief that their project will resonate. But when it comes to financing, banks and investors are focused on something else entirely...
- Apr 16, 202618 minS0
<p>Indie filmmaking isn’t for the faint of heart. </p><p><br>Janek Ambros, producer, director, and founder of Assembly Line Entertainment, shares his journey from finance to filmmaking and the evolution of his company...
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- Dec 16, 202515 minS0
<p>The secret to staying under budget isn’t just cutting costs. It’s mastering the right tools and strategies. </p><p>In this episode of Inside Indies, seasoned line producer Steve Gruskin shares his proven methods for...
- Oct 16, 202543 minS0
<p>How do you produce a Grand Jury Prize-winning indie film? Daniel Tantalean joins John Cooke and Anthony López to walk us through the creative, chaotic, and deeply personal journey behind the making of “In the...
- Oct 9, 202528 minS0
<p>If your workflow feels like a bigger production than your film, Florian Reimann has a fix you’ll want to hear. </p><p><br>In this episode of Inside Indies, Florian joins hosts John Cooke and Steve Bizenov to share...
- Oct 2, 202526 minS0
<p>Every movie has its stars, but few know about the accountants who keep them on screen. While audiences see the action, production accountants like Brad Field keep the budgets balanced, the crews paid, and the...
- Sep 25, 202528 minS0
<p>What does it take to make your first film? Robert Larriviere shares the journey from conceptualizing to having an award-winning debut. </p><p><br>John Cooke and Bishop Porter sit down with Robert to unpack the making...
- Sep 18, 202534 minS0
<p>What if your next film could do more than win awards… What if it could spark a movement? </p><p>John Cooke sits down with Ben Arnon, co-founder of Color Farm, to discuss how independent filmmakers can use...
- Sep 11, 20252 minS0
<p>Want to make your budget go further? </p><p><br>The right production incentives, from tax credits to rebates, can put real money back into your project if you know how each one works. </p><p><br>In this episode of...
- Sep 4, 20252 minS0
<p>An LLC might seem like just another legal formality, but in independent filmmaking, it’s a smart tool that safeguards your vision, your team, and your wallet. </p><p><br>In this episode of Inside Indies, host John...
- Aug 28, 202510 minS0
<p>What happens when a film runs over budget or misses its deadline? </p><p>For many filmmakers, this could mean disaster. That’s where completion bonds come in.</p><p><br>In this episode, Fred Milstein, President and...
- Aug 21, 20252 minS0
<p>The last thing you want on set is a legal headache. </p><p>In this episode, host John Cooke explains California’s AB5 law, something every filmmaker should understand to keep their production on track.</p><p>Key...
- Aug 14, 20251 minS0
<p>Skip the paperwork, not the progress. </p><p>In this episode, John Cooke walks you through how digital onboarding tools are streamlining production from day one. </p><p>Whether you're hiring a crew of five or fifty...
- Aug 7, 202534 minS0
<p>When producer Scott Glassgold flew across Europe with a monster’s head in his carry-on, it wasn’t a stunt. It was part of making Tarot, a breakout horror film that turned an $8 million budget into a nearly $50...
- Jul 31, 202515 minS0
<p>A well-crafted union agreement can make or break your indie production, and no one knows that better than Jessica Johnson and Olga Rodriguez-Aguirre of SAG-AFTRA. </p><p><br>John Cooke sits down with Jessica and Olga...
- Jul 24, 20251 minS0
<p>Timecards are the quiet MVP of any union set. Boring? Maybe. Essential? Absolutely. </p><p>In this episode, John Cooke breaks down Exhibit G, the daily timecard required by SAG-AFTRA to document performer work hours...
- Jul 17, 20252 minS0
<p>Thinking about casting SAG-AFTRA actors? </p><p><br>Before you can call “action,” you’ve got to get your paperwork in order, and that starts with becoming a signatory. </p><p><br>In this episode, John Cooke guides...
Recent guests
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Al Roker
weather presenter, journalist, television personality, and author, Today Show
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Jessica Johnson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Centers
C
Cale Thomas
Stay in LA
M
Melanie Krinsky
Western Alliance Bank
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