After one and half seasons, it's time we learn a little more about our host, Matt Osterman. Join Propellant team members, Lexi and Taylor, as they turn the tables and interview Matt for an exclusive look at his diverse career. From his early work on the Blue Zones project to directing notable films like Ghost From The Machine, 400 Days, and Hover, Matt shares his experiences and insights. Learn about his entrepreneurial ventures and exits, his role in the marketing and media industry, and his latest film, The Fence and the Fox. This episode offers a unique perspective on Matt’s journey through filmmaking, technology, and business creation.

Key Highlights:

• Early Career and Blue Zones Project: Matt discusses his beginnings working with Dan Buettner on the Blue Zones project and researching what makes people live longer.
• Transition to Filmmaking: Matt shares his journey from producing short films to working on the documentary Sportsfan.
• Directing Ghost From The Machine: The creation, success, and eventual remake of his low-budget feature film.
• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Co-founding an Internet Service Provider to bring high-speed internet to rural Wisconsin.
• Branding and Marketing: His work in creating over 25 brands for major retailers and running HeyPropellant.com and Propellant Films.

Join us for an engaging discussion with Steve Speers, legendary Camera Assistant and owner of Cinemechanics, as he takes us through his remarkable career in the film industry. In this episode, Steve opens up about his work with some of Hollywood’s most renowned directors, cinematographers, and actors, as well as his passion for technological innovation.

Steve recounts his collaborations with Roger Deakins, Wes Anderson, Roger Altman, the Coen brothers, Linklater, and many more. Learn about the inception of Cinemechanics and Steve’s current projects in the Twin Cities. He also shares his thoughts on the significant transition from film to digital technology in the industry and speculates about future technological advancements that could revolutionize filmmaking.

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Join us for an information packed and hilarious conversation with Andy Hunt, a filmmaker whose career spans reality TV, independent films, digital projects, and teaching film production. In this episode, Andy shares his journey, experiences, and forward-thinking views on the future of filmmaking.

Andy Hunt, most known for his work on “The Infernal Machine” starring Guy Pearce, Jeremy Davies, Alice Eve, and Alex Pettyfer, shares his unforgettable encounters with Hollywood legends, the impact of AI on creativity, and the evolution of film technology and where the craft is headed.

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Key Highlights:

• Reality TV Fame: Andy recounts his time on Steven Spielberg’s reality TV show “On the Lot,” where he competed against other aspiring filmmakers and received invaluable feedback from industry giants.
• Tarantino Encounter: Hear about Andy’s unforgettable meeting with Quentin Tarantino and the lesson he learned from it.
• Working with Guy Pearce: Andy shares behind-the-scenes stories from “The Infernal Machine,” including a heartfelt moment involving a special message for a crew member.
• Tech and Filmmaking: Andy discusses the dramatic shift from traditional film to digital, the rise of AI in the industry, and what this means for future filmmakers.
• Power Dynamics: An exploration of how actors and creatives now wield more power than ever in Hollywood, and what this means for the industry.
• Future of Filmmaking: Andy’s views on the future of the film industry, including the role of AI and new technologies, and how filmmakers can adapt and thrive.