What does it take for your short film to truly stand out among thousands of global submissions? In this episode, Misha sits down with Ben Thompson, the head short film programmer at the Tribeca Film Festival, for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the rigorous process of selecting films for one of the world’s most prestigious festivals. From the unique challenge of judging comedy, to how Tribeca's teams evaluate submissions, to the surprising self-care habits that keep programmers sane during crunch time, this episode offers invaluable insight for filmmakers, actors, and anyone curious about the festival world. If you're an artist navigating the festival circuit, this one is essential listening.

Co-hosted by Misha Calvert and Brett Epstein

Edited by Nola Powell
Music by Manor of Animals

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Seeking validation is a very natural human tendency. But have you ever tried replacing validation with devotion? Cultivating a practice of devotion to your art can lead to not only a happier, more satisfying career, but it often makes for better results. In this episode, Misha discusses a few ways to go from chasing validation to cultivating devotion. In an industry that consistently rewards status above all else, it can seem like a radical act to turn away from validation and surrender to your art. If you’re ready to make big and bold moves in your life as an artist, this is an episode not to miss.

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

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In this episode, we explore how fear of money can hold you back from earning more and how shifting your mindset can help create more flow. Money is an energetic frequency (they call it currency, after all), and to make more of it, you need to increase the quality and/or quantity of people you engage with. Many creatives struggle with visibility, but overcoming that is key to creating more cash flow. A useful exercise is to list 25 separate ways you could earn money right now. This forces you to get creative and start to engage with society in new ways.

Hosted by Misha Calvert

Edited by Sophia Di Giovanni
Music by Manor of Animals

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