Welcome to The Big Hammock Podcast an independent creator-driven platform built for filmmakers, musicians, actors, producers, and culture builders who are doing it without the safety net of the traditional industry. Based in Ocala, Florida, The Big Hammock Podcast delivers long-form, in-studio conversations focused on the real mechanics of building a creative career from independent film production and horror filmmaking to touring music, entrepreneurship, and regional storytelling. No scripts. No corporate filters. No gatekeeping. Just honest conversations about craft, mindset, and the grind. Platform Reach & Growth The Big Hammock Podcast is a growing independent media platform with measurable traction: • 329,500+ total YouTube views • 2,533+ public watch hours • 346 subscribers and climbing • 4.2% average click-through rate • Consistent month-over-month growth Beyond YouTube, the show is distributed across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio, expanding reach beyond a single platform. For an independent, grassroots show, these numbers represent strong engagement and steady audience development built organically through creator networks, guest cross-promotion, and community support. We’re not chasing vanity metrics. We’re building a foundation. What We Cover The Big Hammock Podcast sits at the intersection of: • Independent film production & distribution • Horror and genre filmmaking • Music careers and touring life • Acting, directing, producing • Creative entrepreneurship • Regional and Florida-based storytelling We go deeper than surface-level interviews. We talk funding. Distribution. Failures. Longevity. The business realities behind creative success. Why “The Big Hammock”? A hammock holds weight. It supports. It brings people together. That’s the mission of this platform — to create a space where independent creators can speak freely, share their journey, and connect with an audience that values authenticity over hype. Who This Channel Is For This channel is for: • Indie filmmakers trying to make their first feature • Musicians building careers outside major labels • Horror and genre fans • Creative entrepreneurs betting on themselves • Supporters of local and regional creative communities If you believe independent creators deserve serious conversations and real platforms, you’re in the right place. Join The Hammock New full episodes premiere regularly, with clips and highlights dropping throughout the week. Subscribe. Turn on notifications. Be part of a growing independent creative movement. The Big Hammock Podcast isn’t just a show. It’s a platform built from the ground up one conversation at a time. https://www.thebighammock.com/ The Big Hammock Podcast www.youtube.com/@thebighammock?sub_confirmation=1 The Big Hammock Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571829766346 The Big Hammock Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@the.big.hammock.p?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc #podcast #interview #film #shorts