Rex Sikes' Movie Beat

Producer/Actor Rex Steven Sikes talks with celebrities, film makers, and friends about how to make movies and television. Rex Sikes' Movie Beat is a Master Class in film & Tv making. Listen in as film & TV personalities discuss their goals, challenges and surprises from conception to finished product. Rex will take you inside and behind the scenes on REX SIKES' MOVIE BEAT. So whether you are a film maker or a fan you will enjoy these conversations. Visit: the official REX SIKES' MOVIE BEAT http://www.rexsikes.com

Rex Sikes' Movie Beat is a business podcast hosted by Rex Sikes, with 451 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Rex Sikes hosts Rex Sikes' Movie Beat, a business show with 451 episodes published.

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  Episode #451

  'Rex Sikes' Movie Beat | Actor and Author Peter Coyote

  Sep 13, 20261 hour

  Rex Sikes & Peter Coyote discuss movies, Zen, acting, politics, writing and more!  Like, share and subscribe! Hit bell for notifications. Create Your Best Life With Rex & Rex Sikes' Movie Beat. Keep coming back for more.  Peter's Website: www.petercoyote.com       / hoshopetercoyote     Where all Peter's Buddhist dharma talks are.  Peter's Books Available online where books are sold and in bookstores Amazon and others.  Peter's Books: https://www.dropbox.com/s/d714adcksvj...   'Sleeping Where I Fall; —a hard but fair memoir of life on the radical anarchist left during the Counter culture  'The Rainman’s Third Cure' : understanding the need for wisdom and mentors.  'The Lone Ranger and Tonto Meet the Buddha' —a book based on Buddhist practice about mask classes I ran for 40 years that gave people complete freedom from shame, embarrassment, self-conciousness when they identified with the persona of a mask instead of themselves.  'Tongue of a Crow' —first book of poems. Four Way Books. 'Zen in the Vernacular' —about Peter's secular practice of Zen as an ordained priest and transmitted teacher. Taking it out of the monastery into the world.  'Smothered By Riches' —the history of how money has stifled Democracy in America since the end of WWII.  'Thumb to. Thumb….and Yet.'  New book of poetry. Four Way Books.  Rex Sikes book on making postive and lasting changes easily and swiftly,  'Life On Your Terms: Create The Life You Want' is available on amazon and elsewhere. SUBSCRIBE & Smash Like Button! Like video. Leave comments, questions. Hit bell to be notified of more incredible guests & videos. Please SHARE it out! Guest opinions do not reflect the host, producers, sponsors or any other person's opinions.  Guest comments and opinions are the comments and opinions of the guest only.  https://www.rexsikesTV.com   Learn More About Rex Sikes and Claim your FREE GIFT - A FREE LIFE-CHANGING MP3 - "YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT" https://www.rexsikes.com Be sure to read "LIFE ON YOUR TERMS: Create The Life You Want" by Rex Steven Sikes https://www.rexsikes.club/book-study   Also visit rexsikes.com for personal and professional development, coaching, training and tools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #450

  Rex Sikes' Movie Beat | Rocky Wagonhurst Actor Storyteller Media Visionary

  Oct 18, 20251h 3m

  Rocky Wagonhurst’s five-decade journey through the world of media is nothing short of extraordinary. He began in the 1970s as a Universal Studios tour guide and went on to appear on The Young and the Restless, star in national commercials, and play Laertes in a five-hour production of Hamlet. He was also directed by Steven Spielberg in Minority Report alongside Tom Cruise and once soared 10,000 feet above Lake Tahoe in a glider with actor Cliff Robertson. His career has spanned radio, stage, and screen, ultimately leading him behind the camera as a seasoned television executive. Currently, Rocky serves as Vice President and General Manager of The CW and My24 stations in Milwaukee, bringing his lifelong passion for storytelling and media innovation to local broadcasting. MyCW18Milwaukee.com SUBSCRIBE & Smash Like Button! Like video. Leave comments, questions. Hit bell to be notified of more incredible guests & videos. Please SHARE it out! Guest opinions do not reflect the host, producers, sponsors or any other person's opinions. Guest comments and opinions are the comments and opinions of the guest only. https://www.rexsikesTV.com Learn More About Rex Sikes and Claim you FREE GIFT - A FREE LIFE-CHANGING MP3 - "YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT" https://www.rexsikes.com Be sure to read "LIFE ON YOUR TERMS: Create The Life You Want" by Rex Steven Sikes https://www.rexsikes.club/book-study Also visit rexsikes.com for personal and professional development, coaching, training and tools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #449

  Award Winning Filmmaker Derek Pfister | Rex Sikes' Movie Beat

  Jun 20, 20251h 1m

  Derek Pfister, an award-winning cinematographer and editor is the founder of Chair on Stair Films. He holds a BS in Radio-TV-Film with a minor in Journalism from the UW Oshkosh. With over 20 years of experience behind the lens, Derek's built a dynamic career that spans commercial, documentary, and narrative filmmaking. His work has taken him across the Midwest, capturing powerful stories and creating visually compelling content for a wide range of clients. In 2024, Derek contributed to the film Reasonable Doubt, which screened at Cannes. He is the creator of The Next Frame, an inspiring documentary series that highlights the often-overlooked creative talent thriving throughout the Midwest. Driven by a deep love for visual storytelling, Derek approaches every project with passion, purpose, and a commitment to uncovering the heart of the story. For him, film is more than a profession—it’s a calling. SUBSCRIBE & Smash Like Button! Like video. Leave comments, questions. Hit bell to be notified of more incredible guests & videos. Please SHARE it out! Guest opinions do not reflect the host, producers, sponsors or any other person's opinions. Guest comments and opinions are the comments and opinions of the guest only. https://www.rexsikesTV.com Learn More About Rex Sikes and Claim you FREE GIFT - A FREE LIFE-CHANGING MP3 - "YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT" https://www.rexsikes.com Be sure to read "LIFE ON YOUR TERMS: Create The Life You Want" by Rex Steven Sikes https://www.rexsikes.club/book-study Also visit rexsikes.com for personal and professional development, coaching, training and tools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #448

  Director Michael Sajbel | Rex Sikes' Movie Beat

  Jun 13, 202559 min

  Michael Sajbel has written, produced and/or directed over a dozen feature films. His most recent film, Florida Wild, is pending release. The film stars Pierson Fode (Man from Toronto), Elle Chapman (The Madison 2026), Bailey Chase (Longmire), Chandler Riggs (Walking Dead), Mira Sorvino and Lee Majors. The Mulligan, based on the Ken Blanchard & Wally Armstrong book of the same name, was released theatrically April 2022. The film stars Eric Close (American Sniper, Nashville), Tanya Christianson (I Still Believe) and Pat Boone. Film is available in all formats. Michael is perhaps best known for The Ultimate Gift, starring James Garner, Brian Dennehy and Abigail Breslin. Based on the novel by Jim Stovall. He also directed One Night with The King, a faithful retelling of the Biblical story of Esther, starring Omar Sharif, John Rhys-Davies, Tiffany DuPont, John Noble and Peter O’Toole. Altogether Michael has worked in the above capacities or as a Director of Photography on over 40 feature films, numerous documentaries, and over 400 television episodes. (long form resume available on request) He divides his time between Wisconsin and Hollywood and currently has several films and series in development. Guild affiliations: WGA. DGA. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5984195519709184 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #447

  Rex Sikes Movie Beat talks with Creative Technologist & Producer Jeff Olm

  May 30, 20251h 1m

  Jeff Olm is a veteran colorist, VFX artist, and creative technologist with over 35 years of experience in film, television, and emerging media. He has contributed to more than 100 major studio films—including Titanic, Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Harry Potter—and collaborated with leading studios such as Disney, DreamWorks, Marvel, Sony, and Universal. In recent years, Jeff has expanded his creative footprint by producing, directing, doing VFX and grading independent films across California, Wisconsin, and Kazakhstan. He is a recognized expert in artificial intelligence–driven VFX workflows, blending cutting-edge tools with cinematic storytelling to streamline post-production pipelines. A former Autodesk product specialist for Flame, Smoke, and Lustre, Jeff has also lectured worldwide on post-production, AI, and virtual production. When he's not mentoring young filmmakers or developing new projects through Jongleur Pictures, Jeff enjoys farm life in Wisconsin and time with his grandchildren. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/59841955... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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