Episodes

  • S4 Ep224: Interview with Writer/Director Zia Mohajerjasbi

    S4 Ep224: Interview with Writer/Director Zia Mohajerjasbi
    Aug 29 2024
    Interview with Writer/Director Zia Mohajerjasbi about his debut film Know Your Place, a Seattle based film.
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    30 mins
  • S4 Ep223: Interview with writer/director Nicole Riegel

    S4 Ep223: Interview with writer/director Nicole Riegel
    Jul 26 2024
    Interview with writer/director Nicole Riegel from the film Dandelion.
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    29 mins
  • S4 Ep222: Interview - Dr. Erin MacDonald

    S4 Ep222: Interview - Dr. Erin MacDonald
    Jul 16 2024
    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.

    Key Moments:

    • The science of Star Trek explained by Dr. MacDonald
    • Balancing real science with fictional storytelling in Star Trek
    • Dr. MacDonald's personal favorites, from foods and drinks to hobbies
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    26 mins
  • S4 Ep221: Interview: 7Qs with Xenia LeBlanc

    S4 Ep221: Interview: 7Qs with Xenia LeBlanc
    Jul 12 2024
    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!
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    47 mins
  • S4 Ep220: Episode #220: 7 Questions with Nicholas Acosta

    S4 Ep220: Episode #220: 7 Questions with Nicholas Acosta
    Jul 2 2024
    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!
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    45 mins
  • S4 Ep219: 7 Questions With Wild Eyed And Wicked's Creative Team

    S4 Ep219: 7 Questions With Wild Eyed And Wicked's Creative Team
    Jun 12 2024
    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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    42 mins
  • S4 Ep218: #218: 7 Questions with Writer/Director Stimson Snead & Actor Samuel Dunning

    S4 Ep218: #218: 7 Questions with Writer/Director Stimson Snead & Actor Samuel Dunning
    May 18 2024
    Silas sits down with writer/director Stimson Snead & Actor Samuel Dunning to talk about their new film Tim Travers And The Time Traveler's Paradox.
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    50 mins
  • S4 Ep217: #217: Seven Questions with Emmett Montgomery

    S4 Ep217: #217: Seven Questions with Emmett Montgomery
    Apr 8 2024
    Emmett Montgomery joined me to answer my world famous 7 Questons.
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    45 mins