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Nick reunites with Alex Dandino for a special mid-hiatus-haze episode. In a typical Dandino style, the episode runs extra long and contains way too much Star Wars talk, and in a non-typical Dandino style, absolutely no alcohol was consumed.
(SPOILER WARNING! Star Wars: The Last Jedi)
Alex Dandino has worked in many facets of the business since he started as a Production Assistant at 18 years old. He then landed in production management by way of a 24 ft. truck drive out to Vegas. Three years (and too many shows to count) later, he's a battle-hardened Production Manager with pretty decent side work as a comics writer. Yes, he's a writer and No, he won't give you notes on your script. He has his reasons.
Alex is the host of The Long Box Sessions, a podcast that delves into everything comic book, film, and TV. Listen here or subscribe on iTunes.
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Recorded on 11/3/17
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Recorded on 11/3/17
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Recorded on 11/3/17
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Recorded on 11/3/17
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Recorded on 11/3/17
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Tim swings by and gets straight wrecked on rye whiskey. He and Nick talk about the music industry, selling out, and the value of hard work.
Also, the NFG Podcast is GOING ON HIATUS! Nick will be traveling to Namibia, South Africa, and possibly Australia, working as a production manager for a new Animal Planet show. The Podcast will return soon, and by soon, we mean, probably around Christmas? Stay tuned, you beautiful fans! Your thirst for more NFGP will soon be quenched.
Timothy Yang is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine with a double major in Music and Business Economics. As a music major and film enthusiast, Tim has always expressed desire in the mise-en-scene of picture and sound. As a guitarist, pianist, composer and producer, he uses a variety and range of styles and tones to illustrate his ideas and convey his emotions. He currently works in digital licensing at Paramount Pictures.
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Adam the Lizard swings by to discuss DJing, unexpectedly adopting a pet, and the constant exchange of value in our society. Rather than drinking (like usual), he and Nick stay sober until midway through the episode; then, with all better judgment cast aside, they break out the blunts and fade into a smoky abyss of tangents. IT'S POTCAST #2, BABY!
Adam P. Lawrence went to NYU's Tisch school where he earned his BFA in Film/TV Production. At the same time, he was a successful DJ who played at raves around the country as DJ EsOne. Since then he's lived an unconventional life that's included things like a home on a sailboat, a giant lizard, a pirate ration station, a gigolo housemate, and a crazy ex girlfriend. Adam is a member of the IATSE Local 695 as a Y1 Production Sound Mixer, and his credits range from reality TV to feature films and scripted series. He currently resides in Highland Park with his casting-director/matchmaker fiancé Amy and their 4.5 lb toothless chihuahua Nola.
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Rebecca Basaure swings by to drink some Woodford and talk about living life outside the "comfort zone." Her stories about life as a cinematographer and environmental activist are so badass that she and Nick forget to talk about her job as a Local 600 Camera Assistant.
Rebecca Basaure was raised by an American mother and a Bolivian father, a background which has given her vast American and Latino influences. Today she works as a Los Angeles based freelance filmmaker-photographer and is also a 1st AC and member of the IATSE Local 600 Cinematographers Guild. Through COlabs (a visual arts consulting firm), Rebecca is able to experiment with different mediums while merging art and science to further explore humanity's complex relationship with nature.
You can check out what COlabs is up to at www.co-labs.us
You can follow them on Instagram @co_labs
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Dan Elswick is on the show! He and Nick talk about mentors, passion projects, and shitty diet ginger beer. The episode also showcases two kickass trailers from Dan's upcoming documentary about the hardcore band "Bane."
Dan Elswick moved to Los Angeles from Denver in 2007, In hopes of finding some direction for his life. He worked as a production assistant on a couple of reality shows, and quickly began learning about cameras, lighting, and anything else he could use to further his career. He joined the camera union in 2011, and started getting opportunities to shoot while working as a camera assistant on The Biggest Loser and MasterChef. Adding to his long list of passions, Dan also cares deeply about music—especially the hardcore band "Bane." In 2015, when Bane announced their final tour, he decided to hit the road with them to shoot and direct "Holding These Moments", a full length documentary about the band, their fanbase, and their last tour.
"Holding These Moments" is still in the editing bay, but you can stay in the loop and catch important updates by following @holding_these_moments on Instagram.
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Kevin Greene comes on the show to talk about adult things, like Australian tax incentives, production logistics, and writing novels. Listen to Nick try to sound like an adult.
Kevin Greene's thirty years of experience in the film and television business includes the Academy Award-winning Gladiator and the Emmy Award-winning Survivor series as Co-Executive Producer.
Some of the other television projects Kevin has worked on include Coupled, The Great Food Truck Race, Brother vs. Brother, I, Caveman, Dance Showdown, No Kitchen Required, Outback Jack, MasterChef Australia, Fraternity Life, and more.
On the feature side, Kevin also worked on Mr. Holland's Opus, The Devil's Own, 12 Monkeys, The Perez Family, and Thank You for Your Service.https://outpostaustralia.com
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It's a double header! Mike Oates Kealey swings by Nick's new apartment to talk about DMT and stranded pants, and Jake Gigliotti comes by on a (now infamous) Friday night to talk about being jaded and getting mad likes on insta. Everything is very casual until Nick gets serious at the end of the episode.
Mike Oates Kealey is from San Anselmo, CA and has been living in Los Angeles pursuing film a little over three years. He works as both a camera operator and camera assistant. One of his recent skateboarding videos was featured in TransWorld Magazine. You can watch it here.
When The Lord made Jake Gigliotti, he had in mind a surly old prospector with a pick ax in one hand and a camera in the other, a sort of mix between Daniel Plainview and Dziga Vertov. But then mistakenly, Jake was born into the sweetly chiseled body of a 20-something cis-white-male who now resides in Los Angeles, and knows more about how to do your job than you do. His many vices include a Rick’s burger, something the kids call an IPA, and a woman slick betwixt the knees. As a camera assistant, he has served up hot batteries and fresh media for esteemed television shows such as Juggle Dads, Alaskan Hand-Jobbers, and The Baja Men’s stray adoption advocacy show Who Let The Dogs Out?! (rip, cancelled too soon). -- Written by Jake's Roommate
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Colleen Lindl visits the podcast to talk about her career as a union camera assistant, her podcast "Mostly Minutia," and most importantly, her collection of Angelina Jolie's undergarments.
Colleen Lindl is the creator and host of "Mostly Minutia," a quirky and unique podcast about the trivial details in people's lives. Her guests range from comedy writers and actors to BMX athletes and perfume experts. Colleen is also a camera assistant; her resume boasts shows and films like MasterChef, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Glee, Shameless, Madmen, Transformers 3, and many others.
You can listen to Mostly Minutia at http://www.mostlyminutia.com.
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Greg swings by to talk to Nick about horror films, rapping, and visualizing success. Empty Stone IPAs begin to pile at their feet.
Orginally from Long Island, NY, Greg Mazzola moved out to Los Angeles six years ago, after graduating college. After years of grinding through the production life, he now owns and runs his own company, produces his own films, and produces a show for NBC. Greg found his niche producing True crime television on ID-Discovery, History Channel, NBC, LMN, and Oxygen. He is currently in the works to sell his own original doc-sizzle as a full show, as well as selling horror POC's to major online distributors.
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Connor talks about the show's theme music and his friendship with the composer who created it. Chris Lamendola comes over and crushes some Santa Barbara Pinot Noir with Nick. The only regret? Not having enough wine.
Chris Lamendola is a 20-year veteran of the entertainment industry. Most of his time in the business was spent in post production until he began on-set art department and carpentry work. He currently in both the Art Directors Union (Local 800) and the Camera union (Local 600).
The No Fucking Good Podcast's theme music was composed by Jonathan Barrett, a Lexington, Kentucky native who specializes in, well, everything. Saxophone, Bassoon, Flute, Clarinet, Guitar, Bass, Piano, and Singing aren't enough for this jazz cat; he composes his own music, and leads a number of local bands as well. In January 2017, he won the Downbeat Magazine Award for Best Blues/Pop/Rock Soloist. He currently resides in Louisville, KY.
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Nick proposes plans for deep space exploration, Alex talks about adaptability and "people skills," and Nick reveals why he actually started podcasting.
Alex Dandino has worked in many facets of the business since he started as a Production Assistant at 18 years old. He then landed in production management by way of a 24 ft. truck drive out to Vegas. Three years (and too many shows to count) later, he's a battle-hardened coordinator with pretty decent side work as a comics writer. Yes, he's a writer and No, he won't give you notes on your script. He has his reasons.
Alex is the host of The Long Box Sessions, a podcast that delves into everything comic book, film, and TV. Listen here or subscribe on iTunes. His graphic novel, The Dear Hunter, is available here!
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Nick and Tracey crush a bottle of wine while discussing Detroit, absolute good & evil, and Game of Thrones (no spoilers, we promise!). Tracey's friend Mike is sitting on the couch the entire time.
Tracey Wilson got his start taking photos of friends at after-hour parties in his hometown of Detroit. It wasn't until a few years later that he found himself on Dr. Drew, telling his story to the world. Since then, he has moved to Los Angeles and started a successful career as a director and cinematographer. He is currently a guest director on the upcoming Netflix show, "The Winner's Guide," as well as writer and director on "Rise," his own documentary about Detroit.
Tracey Wilson on Dr. Drew:
https://youtu.be/NpJZwCuzpjU
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Nick gets back from Cuba! On this short bonus episode, Mr. Osborne talks about riding horses, smuggling weed, and how America can't keep its shit together while he's gone.
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"The Megan" stays anonymous so she can admit how much she likes Kanye West. No but seriously, she doesn't want to get fired. Don't tell her boss, ok?
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Carlos Vargas Jr. swings by after a long day of work.
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