Episodes 197
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (36)
Since Mar 2019
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker  Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all! 

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S6E139 "No Tax Incentives, No Movie." 🎬 (The Hard Truth About Modern Film Budgets) and MUCH more!

Jun 10, 2026 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIf you think filmmaking is just about a good script and a camera, think again. Today, you literally cannot get a movie financed without mastering the tax credit game.On this episode,…

S6E138 Indie Filmmakers get the truth from Clay Epstein - PART 2

May 26, 2026 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailClay Epstein drops distributor secrets every young filmmaker must hear on Part 2 of The Film Hustlers Podcast — The budget sweet spot, making a commercial calling card. The added…

S6E137 The Truth About FILM Distribution with Film Mode Entertainment's Clay Epstein 🎬

May 19, 2026 28m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWelcome back, Film Hustlers! 🌍 If you’ve ever wondered if it’s actually worth raising a million bucks to make an independent movie, this is the one episode you cannot afford to…

S6E136 $42 Billion + plus still on the table for linear

May 12, 2026 40m Transcript

Send us Fan MailOver $42 Billion is still on the table. Claim it?The business is shifting, but the money hasn't disappeared— On this episode of Film Hustlers, we’re breaking down the cable movie - 15…

S6E135 Faith Meets the Film Hustle ft. Father Tom Gibbons 🎬✨

May 05, 2026 37m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWe’re sitting down with Father Tom Gibbons, President of Paulist Productions, to discuss the "secret sauce" that has them collaborating with A-listers like Martin Sheen and Chris…

S6E134 Industry Veteran Jen Aguillon stops by to discuss the power of a YES and Being Positive

Apr 28, 2026 28m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIndustry vet Jen Aguillon dropped by the Library Cigar Lounge to talk career longevity, the evolution of news, and why "hustling" is a core value.If you’re looking for a dose of…

S6E133 Ann Lewis Roberts talks about YouTubers Disrupting Hollywood!

Apr 20, 2026 33m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThe needle is moving faster than ever in the film industry. In this episode of Film Hustlers, host Mark Roberts, Rod "Tuddy" Rinks are joined by veteran exec and producer  Ann Lewis…

S6E132 Secrets of a Production Designer with Robert Wise

Apr 14, 2026 27m Transcript

Send us Fan MailProduction Design is often the "invisible" art of filmmaking, but Hustler Robert Wise explains that everything the camera sees is a result of his work. Join the Huslers as they dive…

S6E131 Top Gun Maverick's Tommy Harper teams up with Vertical's hottest star, Kasey Esser for LOVE UNDER FIRE

Apr 07, 2026 40m Transcript

Send us Fan MailOn this Micro-Drama edition of Film Hustlers, we sit down with Hollywood heavyweight Tommy Harper, Producer behind Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible, Star Wars, and currently…

S6E130 How to get noticed as an actor/creator. What does an agent look for?

Mar 27, 2026 37m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThe Film Hustlers talk about the secrets to thriving in today’s film industry! Discover how the game has changed since the 90s and learn powerful networking strategies to catch the…

S6E129 Film Hustlers S6 Premiere — Is syndication TV Dead? & Where is the MONEY Going?

Mar 20, 2026 29m Transcript

Send us Fan MailFilm Hustlers — Season 6 (now with video) — is a fast-moving Podcast for filmmakers, creators, and anyone hustling in today’s shifting media landscape. Hosts Mark Roberts, Tuddy (Rod…

S6E128 Veteran Producer Ann Lewis Roberts breaks down how creators win today and More!

Feb 27, 2026 34m Transcript

Send us Fan MailAnn Lewis Roberts explains how she climbed from intern to network leader and shares today’s creator playbook: get in the door any way you can, treat brands like studios, own and…

S6E127 Russell Emanuel TALKS ExtremeMusic.com the BEST Music Library in the business

Feb 13, 2026 40m Transcript

Send us Fan MailRussell Emanuel — co‑founder and CEO of Extreme Music — joins Film Hustlers to unpack how he turned a dusty music library into a global, tech‑driven powerhouse that lets filmmakers…

S6E126 Can Film Tax Credits work for your film? And more!!

Jan 30, 2026 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailSeason 6 of Film Hustlers is HERE! — 🔥 No-fluff, state tax credits, Great tax credit states,  auditing tax credits — and the exact moves to stretch your budget, protect investors, and…

S5E125 Taking your shot at acting and stand up comedy, How Davie Dave made it work!

Jan 08, 2026 39m Transcript

Send us Fan MailJoin us for an electrifying episode of Film Hustlers as we welcome our very own, the talented Davie Dave Morales! Dive into his journey through the worlds of Social Media, Comedy, and…

S5E124 Filmmaker John Schimke talks about the HUSTLE and his new film Where the Wind Blows

Dec 19, 2025 38m

Send us Fan MailFrom the trenches to the screen: John Schimke breaks down the high-stakes chess game of modern filmmaking and why the 'hustle' is the only real currency. He also talks about his new…

S5E123 Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli - from Soap Operas to Tulsa King

Nov 27, 2025 33m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis week, the multi-talented Actor, Producer Guy Nardulli, talks about his journey from Pro football to General Hospital to Tulsa King. #FilmHustlerPodcast #TheChristmasSpark…

S5E122 DAVID KENDALL from Cosby Spec to Growing Pains, iCarly and much more!

Oct 24, 2025 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailEpisode: David Kendall (writer/director/producer) — This week the Film Hustlers sit down with TV vet David Kendall (Growing Pains, Boy Meets World, iCarly, Hannah Montana) to unpack…

S5E121 CONCRETE - From Street Hustles to Hollywood Dreams

Oct 10, 2025 45m Transcript

Send us Fan MailOn this week’s Film Hustlers, we get real with Concrete — a true artist who’s been through the trenches. From losing everything in a theft to grinding behind the scenes in music,…

S5E120 Lets get ready to HUSTLE! Lock in your pitch, Don't get discouraged!

Sep 25, 2025 35m Transcript

Send us Fan MailFilm Hustlers: Back to One: The Art of the Pitch & Making Your Money Back 🎬💰🔥 The Hustle is Global! Mark, Tuddy, and Davie Dave are talking to hustlers worldwide!This week, we…

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How many episodes does Film Hustlers have?

Film Hustlers has published 197 episodes since March 2019, covering topics in Education, Film Interviews.

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Film Hustlers is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 39m.

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