Shauna Sanders - What does a Production Coordinator do?

ow does a film production office work? And what do they do?
Find out as host Jonny Diaz interviews his former boss Shauna Sanders and a former Production Coordinator.  Shauna worked on some incredible films such as, Iron Man, Vanilla Sky, The Hangover, Django Unchained, The Lego Movie, Hunger Games and many more.


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What does a 1st Assistant Director do?

What does a 1st Assistant Director do on set?
Find out as host, Jonny Diaz interviews long time 1st A.D. Greg Guzik.

Greg has worked on major shows and films such as, Westworld, Me Myself & Irene, Fever Pitch, Zach Stone is Gonna be Famous, Beverly Hills Ninja, Dear Santa (Upcoming Bobby Farrelly / Jack Black film) and many more.

Tune in to find out what exactly a 1st A.D. does. 

Adam Chambers & The Ballad of Whitey Bel-Air III

What is a gaffer and how do you become one?
Just ask Adam Chambers, the Chief Lighting Technician who's quickly become Hoyte Van Hoytema's right hand man. He's worked with some of the top DP's in the world and has some of the most incredible stories about working in the industry. Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Chambers about his incredible journey from selling drugs to rock stars to directing award winning shoots as a man named Whitey Bel-Air III.
Please meet Adam Chambers and the ballad of Whitey Bel-Air.

Who is Jack Keslow? - How a Camera Rental House Works

In every major movie production, you need to rent gear. 
No other rental gear is more important on set than the camera!
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Jack Keslow of Keslow Camera.
Keslow Camera has rented its cinematic cameras to some of the most prestigious productions in the world. Find out how it all works and visit: www.KeslowCamera.com

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2023 Oscar Picks + "The Whale" & "The Father" Film Review

On this episode of Art Appreciation, host Jonny Diaz  makes his picks for the 2023 Academy Awards. He also reviews the film, The Whale  and The Father . Two wonderful films that aren't for the faint of heart. *Spoilers* 

Marvin Villa - Camera Utility - (Ep.9)

Ever wonder how to get your start into the Camera Department?
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Marvin Villa who is just starting his journey into the camera department. Marvin has worked on such shows as Snowfall, Yellowstone 1923, and several more. Check out this episode on how he got his start.

Art Appreciation - "Jason Economus" on Acting & 20 Something (Ep. 8)

Actor Jason Economus sits down with host Jonny Diaz to discuss their film 20 Something. The film is about a man who writes a love letter to all the women he dated while in his 20s. Jason also discusses his philosophy on acting. 
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Caleb Duffy - Production Manager (Ep. 7)

What does a Producer actually do? And how do you become one? 
 Caleb Duffy started his career as an intern for the sound department on the film,
"Man on the Moon" starring Jim Carrey.  After years of working in the Location Department, Caleb shares his story on how he climbed his way up the Hollywood hills. Tune in as we go above the line to find out what it takes to be a producer.  Hosted by Jonny Diaz.

Frank Escobedo (EP. 5 - Part 2 of 2)

What happens when an actor wants to keep their prop?
How does product placement work?
We dive back in to part 2 of our interview with retired Prop Master Frank Escobedo.
On this episode he discusses making custom gun holders, and what do actors really drink if they're not sipping whiskey?

Frank Escobedo (EP. 4 - Part 1 of 2)

How do you join the prop department? Ask Frank Escobedo.

Frank is  a retired prop master but back in the day he worked on some incredible shows including: Deadwood, The Closer, The Lucy Show, Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Baretta w/ Robert Blake and many more.
 On this episode Frank talks about what happens when a gun misfires on set and how to burn off Buck Rogers face. He has some great stories so we made this a 2 part episode! Enjoy part 1 of 2 hosted by Jonny Diaz.

Ep. 2 - The Script Supervisor - Steve Gehrke

Ever wonder what a Script Supervisor does?
Tune in and find out as host Jonny Diaz interviews Steve Gehrke who has worked on such films as: The Dark Knight Trilogy, Euphoria, Inception, Tenet, Yellowstone, Reno 911, And many, many more! He's been working as a script supervisor since the ‘80s. He has some great stories so sit back and enjoy!

Ep. 1 - Bitter, Sweet

Host Jonny Diaz talks about the making of his newest short film, "Bitter, Sweet"
Now streaming on Youtube and www.SoloPictureStudios.com.

"Bitter, Sweet" is a short film about a man that decides to give away a box of items, that once belonged to his ex-girlfriend.
Starring Jason Economus and Cassidy Slaughter-Mason.

The Solo Podcast Theme Song

Welcome to The Solo Podcast…

Have you ever stayed for the credits? There’s a lot more jobs in the movie industry other than the actors, writers & directors. On The Solo Podcast we’ll interview professional filmmakers about their unique jobs. Tune in to find out what they do, how they do it and most importantly, how did they start working in the industry? We’ll also feature unique film and music reviews in a special segment entitled, “Art Appreciation”. Full episodes coming soon. For now, check out our the theme song!