Doc Walks
Doc Walks
Podcast Description
Mid-career filmmakers, Keith Maitland (Tower, Dear Mr Brody) and Ben Steinbauer (Winnebago Man, Chop & Steele), are giving the world what no one asked for… Doc Walks. Against their better judgment, they decided to turn their weekly walks and talks into a podcast, stepping into conversation with filmmakers and execs about the art and industry of documentary filmmaking. If you’re an up and coming filmmaker, lover of non-fiction, or related to either Ben or Keith, this podcast might be for you.
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Content Themes
The podcast dives into various themes relevant to documentary filmmaking, including personal journeys in the industry, insights from established filmmakers, and candid discussions on the challenges of indie film distribution. For example, a recent episode featured discussions about the Sundance Film Festival experience and interviews with filmmakers such as Su Kim, while another highlighted Diane Quon's transition from marketing executive to Academy Award-nominated producer, providing valuable advice for aspiring filmmakers.
Documentary filmmakers, Keith Maitland (Tower, Dear Mr Brody) and Ben Steinbauer (Winnebago Man, Chop & Steele), are giving the world what no one asked for… Doc Walks. Against their better judgment, they decided to turn their weekly walks into a podcast, stepping into conversation with filmmakers and execs about the art and industry of documentary filmmaking. If you’re an up and coming filmmaker, lover of non-fiction, or related to either Ben or Keith, this podcast might be for you.
Take a stroll with Reed Harkness, Portland-based creator behind SAM NOW, a creative portrait that follows the journey of the Harkness brothers, Reed and Sam, as they search for Sam’s mother who mysteriously disappeared in the year 2000. This walk mirrors Reed’s film, becoming a moving and unexpectedly epic conversation about family, loss, and long-haul filmmaking. This one takes us off the trail, through a literal portal with a detour into a stone-skipping dip in Boggy Creek. This one’s got heart, humor, and a few unexpected turns—just like any good walk (or film) should.
00:00 Introduction to Reed Harkness
00:06 The Artist’s Way Group
01:04 Walking Through East Austin
01:26 Meet Reed Harkness
02:23 Reed’s Filmmaking Journey
04:37 The Mystery of Joyce’s Disappearance
06:43 The Emotional Impact on the Family
09:29 The Filmmaking Process
15:50 Reed’s Early Filmmaking Influences
23:09 From Play to Documentary
24:04 Sam’s Journey and Filmmaking Challenges
25:12 The Emotional Impact of the Film
27:49 Balancing Filmmaking and Family
34:12 Exploring Meaning and Audience Reactions
42:32 Future Projects and Reflections
47:10 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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