Episodi

  • S4 Ep8: Engaging Kids in Filmmaking with Nathan Fleet

    S4 Ep8: Engaging Kids in Filmmaking with Nathan Fleet
    Jan 26 2022
    In Season 4 I’m focusing on the ways that filmmaking changes our world for the better.  And someone who has consistently made positive changes to the film industry in Hamilton is my guest today - Nathan Fleet is a filmmaker, musician and educator.  He is the Executive Director of the Hamilton Film Festival, now in its 17th year.  He is also the founder of Lights Camera Hamilton and the Kids Can Film camp.  We chat about the benefits of engaging kids in filmmaking, the new Hamilton School of Media Arts, and his new TV series, WILD CHILD.
    You can find info on everything we discussed in today’s episode at hamiltonfilmfestival.com, and the WILD CHILD Instagram @WildChildSeries 
    Chris Altmann composed our theme music.  You can find me on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @alyshamain.  That’s a wrap on Season 4.  I’ll be taking a bit of a break from this podcast as I am developing a new podcast on Music in Film.  Subscribe to my newsletter at putarecordon.com for updates.  Thanks for hanging with me!
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    34 min
  • S4 Ep7: Creative Partnerships with Writer Producer Alyson Richards

    S4 Ep7: Creative Partnerships with Writer Producer Alyson Richards
    Jan 13 2022
    I met today’s guest while working on the 2021 thriller The Retreat.  Writer/Producer Alyson Richards is a great person to talk to about putting together a successful filmmaking team.  She has collaborated many times with Director Pat Mills, and Producer Lauren Grant.  Her latest short, TRASHED screened at the 2021 Art Gallery of Hamilton Film Festival.  We talk about the important qualities you should look for in a director or producing partner, and bringing underrepresented stories to the big screen.
    See Alyson’s work at alysonrichards.com.    Chris Altmann composed our theme music. 
    Find me on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @alyshamain
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    31 min
  • S4 Ep6: The Art of the Interview with Shayla Howell

    S4 Ep6: The Art of the Interview with Shayla Howell
    Dec 23 2021
    A few months ago I attended a workshop called “The Art of The Interview”, taught by director, writer, producer, researcher Shayla Howell.  Shayla has been working 20 years in non-fiction programming, specializing in documentary, factual television and oral history.  Her work has been broadcast on CBC, IFC, Showcase, History & more.  I really think developing your interview and research skills are crucial for any filmmaker, and I’m thrilled to have Shayla on this week’s podcast to share some important insights.
    Shayla Howell on IMDB
    Alysha Main on Instagram
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    46 min
  • S4 Ep5: Season 4 Mini Update

    S4 Ep5: Season 4 Mini Update
    Dec 8 2021
    In this mid-season break, I update you on a few of my projects in the works, get real about my mental health, and recommend a few past episodes you may have missed
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    6 min
  • S4 Ep4: Everyone Speaks the Language of Film with Shane Pennells

    S4 Ep4: Everyone Speaks the Language of Film with Shane Pennells
    Nov 26 2021
    This season is focused on the ways that filmmaking changes our world for the better.  And this episode’s guest exemplifies that mission.  Shane Pennells is a filmmaker, writer and advocate.  His latest short film, HUEY, just screened at the 2021 Hamilton Film Festival.  I chat with Shane about his work with at-risk youth, the universal language of film, and using your voice to share important stories. 
    You can watch HUEY and more of Shane's work here.

    Chris Altmann composed our theme music. 
    Instagram @alyshamain
    Twitter @alyshamain
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    33 min
  • S4 Ep3: Documenting Hamilton's Housing Crisis with Taras Hemon

    S4 Ep3: Documenting Hamilton's Housing Crisis with Taras Hemon
    Nov 10 2021
    Director/Producer Taras Hemon released a compelling and timely documentary on Hamilton’s affordable housing crisis.  THANKS FOR NOTHING follows resident Sharon Miller’s fight to remain in the home she’s lived in for over 2 decades, one of many Hamiltonians affected by the bungling LRT project.  I love how passionate Taras is about the important issues we dig into in this conversation.
    THANKS FOR NOTHING screens on Cable 14 on Thursday November 11.  Go to hamiltonfilmfestival.com for all the details.  You can check out more of Taras’s projects at cempresproductions.ca 
    Chris Altmann composed our theme music.  You can find me on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @alyshamain.  I’ll be back in 2 weeks with another episode of Hamilton Film Podcast.  Thanks for hanging with me.
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    24 min
  • S4 Ep2: Turning Passion into a Pilot with Julie Fazooli

    S4 Ep2: Turning Passion into a Pilot with Julie Fazooli
    Oct 27 2021
    Julie is an artist, a DJ, and a line producer for Steady Canoe Productions.  She has been working in the film industry in both Canada and the US since 1997.  She’s working on a new Pilot called WE ALL EAT, about restaurant culture and the food industry.  She shares insights into how to produce a successful pilot episode to pitch to broadcasters.

    Link to Hamilton Spectator Investigation into Mezcal Owner/Chef Manny Ferreira

    Julie Fazooli on Instagram
    Alysha Main on Instagram and Twitter
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    38 min
  • S4 Ep1: Curating A Film Festival with Ryan Ferguson

    S4 Ep1: Curating A Film Festival with Ryan Ferguson
    Oct 13 2021
    Welcome to the Hamilton Film Podcast, I’m host Alysha Main.  I’ve been documenting all of the exciting happenings of the film industry in Hamilton Ontario.  I can’t believe this is the start of Season 4.  It’s been a really interesting project for me, as we learn more about filmmaking, and showcase some of the incredibly talented folx that make movie magic here.
    This week the 2021 Art Gallery of Hamilton Film Festival kicks off, and I chat with Film Curator Ryan Ferguson about the process of putting together a diverse and remarkable lineup.   Spoiler alert, he watched nearly 700 films this year to find some true gems.  
    The AGH Film Festival runs from Oct 15-24 2021.  See the program.
    Ryan Ferguson on Instagram
    Get tickets for FESTIVAL EXPRESS at the Westdale Oct 27

    Alysha Main on Instagram and Twitter
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    39 min