Episodes
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Interview with writer/director Nicole Riegel from the film Dandelion.
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In this episode of "Black and A Half," I sit down with the incredible Dr. Erin MacDonald, an astrophysicist, renowned science speaker, and the official science consultant for the Star Trek franchise. Dr. MacDonald also lends her voice to a character on Star Trek: Prodigy.
Join us as we dive into the real science behind Star Trek, the distinction between science fiction and fantasy, and how Dr. MacDonald balances authenticity with creativity in her consulting role. She also answers my seven famous questions and some intriguing listener questions, offering a comprehensive look at her work and passions.
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In this episode of "Black & A Half", I have the pleasure of interviewing Xenia LeBlanc, the talented writer and director of the short film "The Exposed." Xenia and I discuss her fascinating journey from studying acting across the globe to creating a captivating horror short film. She opens up about the dynamics of being in a filmmaking couple with her husband, Nicholas Acosta, and how they navigate their creative collaborations.
We dive into the making of "The Exposed," a unique horror film crafted without CGI or visual effects, and the creative challenges that came with it. Xenia also shares how her Russian childhood and a particular episode of "Rescue 911" inspired the film's chilling premise.
Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with personal stories, filmmaking advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at Xenia's work. Don't forget to watch "The Exposed" and share your thoughts with us! -
Episode 220: Action and Comedy on a Budget with Nicholas Acosta
In this exciting episode of "Black & A Half," Silas Lindenstein sits down with the talented writer-director Nicholas Acosta. Nicholas recently premiered his new short film, "The Pickup," at the Dances With Films Film Festival on June 25th. "The Pickup" is an action-comedy about an Uber driver who inadvertently becomes involved in a secret agent's high-stakes mission. Astonishingly, this high-quality film, filled with car chases, fireballs, and even a helicopter, was made on a shoestring budget of just $6,000! -
In episode 219 of "Black & A Half," Silas interviews the creative team behind the new horror film Wild Eyed and Wicked. Join writer/director G.S. Foxworth and cast members Michael Summers and Stephanie Esters as they discuss the making of the film, the allure of the horror genre, and share behind-the-scenes insights. Plus, hear their unique and entertaining answers to Silas's famous "Seven Questions."
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Emmett Montgomery joined me to answer my world famous 7 Questons.
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Interview with David Lewis, co-writer and director of Fantasy A Gets A Mattress.
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Comedian Kermet Apio joined me for my world-famous seven questions.
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This week we interview the lead actress of the new film Colorblind, Chantel Riley.
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Australian Director Tom Danger joins Silas to talk about his new film, Sweethurt and to answer the world famous 7 Questions.
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This week, we have 7 Questions with comedian Jaci Terjeson.
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Comedian Ken Hamlett drops by to answer the seven questions and to learn why Silas may have to move.
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Guest: Comedian and commercial actor Anthony Calderon.
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Seattle Theatre Critic Jay Irwin returns to discuss with Silas his latest happenings as a live theatre critic and to listen to Silas' tale of a bad usher ruining his theatre experience at a recent production.
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This week Silas got to sit down with the Cast of The Umbrella Man, a new South African action/comedy/heist film, while they were in attendance at the Toronto International Film Festival
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Recap and Review of Emerald City Comicon 2022. Silas sat down with a fellow member of the press, Angela Rairden to discuss this years ECCC, the good, the bad, and the ugly.
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Nena Erb was the guest this week. Nena is the Emmy Award winning editor of HBO's Insecure.
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Zora Iman Crews comes on to talk about her upcoming Mockumentary The Daphne Project.
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