Doug Jones

In this episode Ryan chats with actor DOUG JONES (Shape of Water, Hell Boy, Hocus Pocus) about the iconic movie characters he has created for the big screen.  Doug also shares his love for a good cup of hot chocolate and a Christmas movie.   DOUG JONES / Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook - actordougjones

In this episode Ryan chats with actor DOUG JONES (Shape of Water, Hell Boy, Hocus Pocus) about the iconic movie characters he has created for the big screen.  Doug also shares his love for a good cup of hot chocolate and a Christmas movie.   DOUG JONES / Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook - actordougjones

Creating Iconic Movie Characters (w DOUG JONES)

Matt Moen

Jeremy Warner

In this episode Ryan talks with the Filmmakers and Actors of the comedy VILLAINS INCORPORATED in front of a live audience at the Desertscape International Film Festival. They share their funny stories about how they got this great movie made. 

In this episode Ryan talks with the Filmmakers and Actors of the comedy VILLAINS INCORPORATED in front of a live audience at the Desertscape International Film Festival. They share their funny stories about how they got this great movie made.

Villians Incorporated (w Jeremy Warner, Matt Moen and Cast)

Judith Weston

In this episode Ryan talks with author JUDITH WESTON about her amazing and must-read book "Directing Actors." Judith explains tools and techniques directors can use to help them work better with their actors to create memorable performances.  JUDITH WESTON (Guest) - https://www.judithweston.com

In this episode Ryan talks with author JUDITH WESTON about her amazing and must-read book "Directing Actors." Judith explains tools and techniques directors can use to help them work better with their actors to create memorable performances.  JUDITH WESTON (Guest) - <a href="https://www.judithweston.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.judithweston.com</a>

Directing Actors (w JUDITH WESTON)

Dean Devlin

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer / Showrunner DEAN DEVLIN (Stargate, Independence Day, Godzilla) about his new SyFy Television series “The Ark.” Dean shares great insight on where they came up with the idea as well as how he navigates all the moving parts to keep this ship moving… through space.  

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer / Showrunner DEAN DEVLIN (Stargate, Independence Day, Godzilla) about his new SyFy Television series “The Ark.” Dean shares great insight on where they came up with the idea as well as how he navigates all the moving parts to keep this ship moving… through space.

How to Create a Successful TV Series (w DEAN DEVLIN)

In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Canadian director JAMES GENN (The Good Doctor, Hardy Boys, SkyMed) about his experience of directing on the hit Netflix series “Ginny &amp; Georgia.” James shares great insight on the importance of setting the tone on set and laying the foundation for creating another successful season.   Guest: James Genn - www.jamesgenn.com / Instagram @jamesgenn Host: Ryan Little - Instragram @ryanlittle_director 

In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Canadian director JAMES GENN (The Good Doctor, Hardy Boys, SkyMed) about his experience of directing on the hit Netflix series “Ginny &amp; Georgia.” James shares great insight on the importance of setting the tone on set and laying the foundation for creating another successful season.   Guest: James Genn - <a href="https://www.jamesgenn.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.jamesgenn.com</a> / Instagram @jamesgenn Host: Ryan Little - Instragram @ryanlittle_director

Directing Great Television (w JAMES GENN)

Ryan Kelley

In this special 100th episode of the "Filmmaking Friends Podcast" Ryan talks with his good friend RYAN KELLEY (Mean Creek, Prayers For Bobby, Ben 10) about what it was like to play Deputy Parrish on the hit TV series "TEEN WOLF" on Paramount +  Guest: Ryan Kelley  / Instagram @the_ryan_kelley Host: Ryan Little / Instragram @ryanlittle_director

In this special 100th episode of the "Filmmaking Friends Podcast" Ryan talks with his good friend RYAN KELLEY (Mean Creek, Prayers For Bobby, Ben 10) about what it was like to play Deputy Parrish on the hit TV series "TEEN WOLF" on Paramount +  Guest: Ryan Kelley  / Instagram @the_ryan_kelley Host: Ryan Little / Instragram @ryanlittle_director

Talking Teen Wolf (w RYAN KELLEY)

In this episode Ryan talks with SHALINI PEIRIS ( The Ark, The Danny &amp; Mick Show, The Good Karma Hospital ) about what it is like for her play Dr. Kabir on a Syfy Channel series “The Ark.”  Shalini Peiris / Instagram @i.am.shalini.p

In this episode Ryan talks with SHALINI PEIRIS ( The Ark, The Danny &amp; Mick Show, The Good Karma Hospital ) about what it is like for her play Dr. Kabir on a Syfy Channel series “The Ark.”  Shalini Peiris / Instagram @i.am.shalini.p

Keeping Things Alive on "The Ark" (w SHALINI PEIRIS)

In this episode Ryan talks with actor JESSICA YEMI ( The Ark, Sybil ) about how she was approached to be on the Syfy television series “The Ark” and how she prepared for the role of Naomi Spencer.  JESSICA YEMI Instagram - @jessicayemi 

In this episode Ryan talks with actor JESSICA YEMI ( The Ark, Sybil ) about how she was approached to be on the Syfy television series “The Ark” and how she prepared for the role of Naomi Spencer.  JESSICA YEMI Instagram - @jessicayemi

Landing an Acting Role on “The Ark” (w JESSICA YEMI)

Lisa Brenner

In this episode Ryan talks with LISA BRENNER (The Ark, The Patriot, Say My Name) about what it was like playing Commander Susan Ingram on the new Syfy Channel series “The Ark.”  Lisa also shares stories about her experiences of being a producer and writer on other feature films. 

In this episode Ryan talks with LISA BRENNER (The Ark, The Patriot, Say My Name) about what it was like playing Commander Susan Ingram on the new Syfy Channel series “The Ark.”  Lisa also shares stories about her experiences of being a producer and writer on other feature films.

Commanding "The Ark" on Syfy (w LISA BRENNER)

In this episode Ryan talks with STEVEN A. LEE (The Ark, Almost Paradise, The Deal) about what it was like to work as the Line Producer on the Syfy channel series "The Ark".  Steven also shares insight and tips on how he keeps a film production on schedule and budget. 

In this episode Ryan talks with STEVEN A. LEE (The Ark, Almost Paradise, The Deal) about what it was like to work as the Line Producer on the Syfy channel series "The Ark".  Steven also shares insight and tips on how he keeps a film production on schedule and budget.

Line Producing "The Ark" on Syfy (w STEVEN A. LEE)

Film Director Ryan Little discusses the business of moviemaking with his fellow Filmmakers.  Each episode new guests share stories and insights about surviving in this crazy industry.

Great guests!! Good for filmmakers but anyone really!

Great for filmmakers!!!

Oh man!! Loving this podcast!! Just fun stories, insight and info on filmmaking!

Love love love

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little

Stan Moniz

In this episode Ryan talks with Filmmaker STAN MONIZ about being a SONY AMBASSADOR and the importance of following your dreams.  https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/

In this episode Ryan talks with Filmmaker STAN MONIZ about being a SONY AMBASSADOR and the importance of following your dreams.  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/</a>

Episode 6 - STAN MONIZ: Adventures in Filmmaking

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer / Director MCKAY DAINES about how he approaches raising money to finance his Feature Film projects.

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer / Director MCKAY DAINES about how he approaches raising money to finance his Feature Film projects.

Episode 17 - MCKAY DAINES: FInancing Your Feature Film

Madison Fisher

In this episode Ryan talks with KYLER &amp; MADISON FISHER about how they got started on Youtube (over 3.3 MILLION followers) and how it has helped their acting careers.

In this episode Ryan talks with KYLER &amp; MADISON FISHER about how they got started on Youtube (over 3.3 MILLION followers) and how it has helped their acting careers.

Episode 34 - KYLER & MADISON FISHER: YouTube for Actors

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer MARYBETH SPROWS (Joyride, Alias, Every Other Holiday) about what it was like working for JJ ABRAMS and what it is like being the VP of Development for the Hallmark Network.

In this episode Ryan talks with Producer MARYBETH SPROWS (Joyride, Alias, Every Other Holiday) about what it was like working for JJ ABRAMS and what it is like being the VP of Development for the Hallmark Network.

Episode 45 - MARYBETH SPROWS: VP of Development (Hallmark)

Devin Supertramp

In this episode Ryan talks with Devin Supertramp about being a YouTuber and how he shoots so much awesome content so quickly. https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/

In this episode Ryan talks with Devin Supertramp about being a YouTuber and how he shoots so much awesome content so quickly. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/</a>

Episode 3 - DEVIN SUPERTRAMP: Crushing YouTube

Jeanette Jolley

In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker JEANETTE JOLLEY (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin, Party Down South) about what it takes to produce Reality Television and the ups and downs of working on Non-Scripted Entertainment. 

In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker JEANETTE JOLLEY (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin, Party Down South) about what it takes to produce Reality Television and the ups and downs of working on Non-Scripted Entertainment.

Episode 52 - JEANETTE JOLLEY: Producing Reality Television

Cole Walliser

In this episode Ryan talks with Commercial Director COLE WALLISER  about growing up in Vancouver and working in LA directing music videos for Katy Perry, Pink, Miley Cyrus and Laura Marano. https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/

In this episode Ryan talks with Commercial Director COLE WALLISER  about growing up in Vancouver and working in LA directing music videos for Katy Perry, Pink, Miley Cyrus and Laura Marano. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ryanlittle_director/</a>

Episode 8 - COLE WALLISER: Directing Music Videos

Cindy Busby

In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Canadian CINDY BUSBY (The Wrong Daughter, A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Cedar Cove) about how she became an actor, what it’s like working on a Hallmark movie and how to really pronounce “Captain Crunch” in French.   

In this episode Ryan talks with fellow Canadian CINDY BUSBY (The Wrong Daughter, A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Cedar Cove) about how she became an actor, what it’s like working on a Hallmark movie and how to really pronounce “Captain Crunch” in French.

Episode 51 - CINDY BUSBY: The Hallmark Acting Experience

Kraig Wenman

In this episode Ryan talks with professional Screenwriter KRAIG WENMAN (Secret Obsession, Cyberstalker, A Beautiful Place to Die) about what it takes to be a working Screenwriter and how not to not lose your mind during the process. Kraig has had over 27 scripts produced for TV Networks such as Hallmark, Netflix and Lifetime Channel.  

In this episode Ryan talks with professional Screenwriter KRAIG WENMAN (Secret Obsession, Cyberstalker, A Beautiful Place to Die) about what it takes to be a working Screenwriter and how not to not lose your mind during the process. Kraig has had over 27 scripts produced for TV Networks such as Hallmark, Netflix and Lifetime Channel.

Episode 55 - KRAIG WENMAN: The Life of a Working Screenwriter

Shiri Appleby

In this episode Ryan talks with SHIRI APPLEBY (UnReal, Charlie Wilson's War, Life Unexpected, Roswell) about what it was like making the transition from having a very successful acting career to working as a Director.

In this episode Ryan talks with SHIRI APPLEBY (UnReal, Charlie Wilson's War, Life Unexpected, Roswell) about what it was like making the transition from having a very successful acting career to working as a Director.

Episode 48 - SHIRI APPLEBY: The Actor / Director Combo

COREY SEVIER

In this episode, Ryan talks with actor COREY SEVIER (Immortals, Age of Dragons, Northern Lights of Christmas) about why having a good attitude on set is key to having a fulfilling career as a working actor.

In this episode, Ryan talks with actor COREY SEVIER (Immortals, Age of Dragons, Northern Lights of Christmas) about why having a good attitude on set is key to having a fulfilling career as a working actor.

Episode 27 - COREY SEVIER: Having a Good Attitude on Set

In this episode Ryan interviews producer ADAM ABEL (We Love You Sally CarMichael, Forever Strong, Saints &amp; Soldiers) about how he got his start in the film industry working at Paramount Studios and how he made the transition to having his own successful production company, GO FILMS. 

In this episode Ryan interviews producer ADAM ABEL (We Love You Sally CarMichael, Forever Strong, Saints &amp; Soldiers) about how he got his start in the film industry working at Paramount Studios and how he made the transition to having his own successful production company, GO FILMS.

Episode 39 - ADAM ABEL: Starting a Production Company (GO Films)

Clare Niederpruem

In this episode Ryan talks with Director CLARE NIEDERPRUEM about the ups and downs of directing her first feature film “Little Women.”

In this episode Ryan talks with Director CLARE NIEDERPRUEM about the ups and downs of directing her first feature film “Little Women.”

Episode 16 - CLARE NIEDERPRUEM: Directing Your First Feature Film

Chris Wheeler

In this episode Ryan talks with Adventure Filmmaker CHRIS WHEELER about how he gets killer shots of professional skiers in Whistler, BC Canada.

In this episode Ryan talks with Adventure Filmmaker CHRIS WHEELER about how he gets killer shots of professional skiers in Whistler, BC Canada.

Episode 26 - CHRIS WHEELER: Adventure Filmmaking in Canada

Jonathan Wolf

In this episode Ryan talks with JONATHAN WOLF, Managing Director of the 2019 American Film Market (November 6th - 13th, Santa Monica, CA). Jonathan shares his expertise about the market and how you can maximize your experience while attending.  

In this episode Ryan talks with JONATHAN WOLF, Managing Director of the 2019 American Film Market (November 6th - 13th, Santa Monica, CA). Jonathan shares his expertise about the market and how you can maximize your experience while attending.

Epsiode 47 - JONATHAN WOLF: Maximizing Your AFM Experience

In this episode Ryan talks with ROBYN LIVELY (Teen Witch, Karate Kid III, Twin Peaks, Gortimer Gibbons) about what it’s like growing up in Hollywood as a kid actor and how she still gets recognized as Louise Miller from the hit movie TEEN WITCH.  Robyn Lively: Instagram - https://instagram.com/robynlively?igshid=1mc3qvf7jwrtx Twitter - https://twitter.com/RobynLively

In this episode Ryan talks with ROBYN LIVELY (Teen Witch, Karate Kid III, Twin Peaks, Gortimer Gibbons) about what it’s like growing up in Hollywood as a kid actor and how she still gets recognized as Louise Miller from the hit movie TEEN WITCH.  Robyn Lively: Instagram - <a href="https://instagram.com/robynlively?igshid=1mc3qvf7jwrtx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/robynlively?igshid=1mc3qvf7jwrtx</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/RobynLively" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/RobynLively</a>

Episode 58 - ROBYN LIVELY: Growing up in Hollywood

DOUG CHAMBERLAIN

In this episode Ryan talks with DOUG CHAMBERLAIN about what it was like going to school at AFI, and the pros and cons of working on Commercials and Feature Films as a Director of Photography.

In this episode Ryan talks with DOUG CHAMBERLAIN about what it was like going to school at AFI, and the pros and cons of working on Commercials and Feature Films as a Director of Photography.

Episode 20 - DOUG CHAMBERLAIN: Becoming a Cinematographer

Erin Cardillo

In this episode Ryan talks with ERIN CARDILLO (Isn’t It Romantic, Life Sentences, Significant Mother) about how she made the transition from full-time actor to successful screenwriter and TV series creator. 

In this episode Ryan talks with ERIN CARDILLO (Isn’t It Romantic, Life Sentences, Significant Mother) about how she made the transition from full-time actor to successful screenwriter and TV series creator.

Episode 24 - ERIN CARDILLO: Writing Hit Comedy Movies 

Sofia Pernas

In this episode Ryan talks with actor SOFIA PERNAS (The Brave, Jane the Virgin, Age of Dragons) about being a lead on the new CBS series BLOOD &amp; TREASURE and why it’s important to have fun on set.

In this episode Ryan talks with actor SOFIA PERNAS (The Brave, Jane the Virgin, Age of Dragons) about being a lead on the new CBS series BLOOD &amp; TREASURE and why it’s important to have fun on set.

Episode 25 - SOFIA PERNAS: Blood & Treasure on CBS

Alex Mallari Jr

Alex Mallari

In this episode Ryan talks with actor ALEX MALLARI JR. (Dark Matter, Designated Survivor, The Strain) about playing the part of “Four / Emperor Ryo Ishida” on the SyFy TV series DARK MATTER.

In this episode Ryan talks with actor ALEX MALLARI JR. (Dark Matter, Designated Survivor, The Strain) about playing the part of “Four / Emperor Ryo Ishida” on the SyFy TV series DARK MATTER.

Episode 31 - ALEX MALLARI JR: SyFy Dark Matter & French Toast

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