Film Festival Doctor Podcast Trailer

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The Art of Genre Film Programming with Joe Mauceri

July 09, 2026 12:00am 52 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive with veteran programmer Joe Mauceri who has worked in genre film programming for over 20 years. He is one of the curators of the Winter Film Festival's FEARS programme.

Oak Cliff Film Festival Preview 2026

June 25, 2026 12:00am 1:12

In this episode, Rebekah welcomes the Oak Cliff Film Festival back to the podcast. Lauren  Alberque & Ashton Campbell share with her an exclusive preview of what's in store for this year's Festival and reveal their perso...

Spotlight on the Beeston Film Festival

June 11, 2026 12:00am 55 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive with John Currie, the Beeston Film Festival's Director, discussing the Festival's growth over the years, curating its programme, and becoming a BIFA qualifying Film Festival.

Behind the Scenes at the McMinnville Short Film Festival

May 28, 2026 12:00am 51 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive into Oregon's premiere short film festival; the McMinnville Short Film Festival with the Executive Director and programmer Heather Older 

Filmmaker Round Table Discussion

May 14, 2026 12:00am 57 min

Recorded live during the McMinnvile Short Film Festival, Rebekah sits down with three filmmakers; Ali Cook, Mylissa Fitzsimmons & Keaton Morris-Stan and talks candidly about their festival journeys, goals and experiences...

Acting, Directing and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with Juliet Landau

April 30, 2026 12:00am 54 min

In this masterclass episode, Rebekah speaks with the iconic BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER superstar Juliet Landau. They discuss acting, first-time filmmaking and becoming a successful podcaster.

Spotlight on the Austin Revolution Film Festival

April 16, 2026 12:00am 39 min

In this episode, Rebekah speaks with James Christopher, one of the Co-Directors of the Austin Revolution Film Festival about how he operates his festival and the warm Texas welcome that the Festival gives to filmmakers

Short Film Programming at the Sundance Film Festival

April 01, 2026 12:00am 38 min

In this episode, Rebekah speaks with Lisa Ogdie, one of the short film programmers, exploring what the Sundance Shorts team looks for when curating their Festival.

Inside the Mind of Film Festival Programmer & Manager Hanna Mason

March 18, 2026 12:00am 45 min

In this episode, Rebekah speaks with seasoned Festival programmer and manager Hanna Mason about her impressive career programming film festivals and what she specifically looks for when curating Documentary short film pr...

Programming & Curation with the Utah Film Festival

March 04, 2026 12:00am 51 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive exploring the programming techniques, crafts and PR & marketing strategies with the Utah Film Festival.

Student Film Programming with the Mometu College Film Festival

February 18, 2026 12:00am 48 min

In this episode, Rebekah focuses on college student programming and interviews Bryan Louzil the Founder & Director of one of North America's leading student festivals; the Mometu College Film Festival.

Spotlight on the Worcester International Film Festival

February 04, 2026 12:00am 54 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive with Hendrik Harms & Kirsty Gregory the Co-Directors of the recently BIFA qualified Worcester International Film Festival and explores their programming techniques.

Inside Heartland Film

January 21, 2026 12:00am 1:08

In this episode, Rebekah speaks with the Heartland International Film Festival & the Oscar & BAFTA & Goya qualifying Indy Shorts Film Festival’s Artistic Director Greg Sorvig. They discuss how these 2 festivals have rapi...

The Film Festival Doctor Podcast Live at the Texas Theatre - Part 2

December 26, 2025 12:00am 40 min

In this episode, recorded live at the Texas Theatre in Dallas, Rebekah welcomes the Oscar Qualifying Dallas International Film Festival’s Artistic Director James Faust to the Podcast and takes a deep dive with him discus...

The Film Festival Doctor Podcast Live at the Texas Theatre- Part 1

December 18, 2025 12:00am 44 min

In this episode, recorded live at the Texas Theatre in Dallas, Rebekah brings back the Oak Cliff Film Festival’s Co-Director Ashton Campbell and takes a deeper dive with him discussing his programming techniques and what...

Behind the Scenes at the New Orleans Film Festival

November 27, 2025 12:00am 1:08

In this episode, Rebekah explores in depth the history and programming techniques & practices of the Oscar Qualifying New Orleans Film Festival with Interim Executive Director Dodd Loomis & Artistic Director Clint Bowie.

Programming & Curation with the Catalina Film Festival

November 20, 2025 12:00am 57 min

In this episode, Rebekah takes a deep dive with the Catalina Film Festival’s Co-Founder & Director of Programming Tim Kennedy & Festival Producer & Artistic Director Emily Carroll exploring their programming techniques a...

Inside the Mind of the Women Over 50 Film Festival Director Nuala O’Sullivan

November 13, 2025 12:00am 46 min

In this episode, Rebekah explores in detail the BIFA Qualifying Women Over 50 Film Festival which celebrates older women in all their diversity.

How to Create an Award Winning Edit for your Film with Alex Shumate

November 06, 2025 12:00am 48 min

In this masterclass episode, Rebekah speaks with established and award winning Editor Alex  about why every film needs a tight and strong edit to increase their chances of being selected for a Film Festival.