624 Pod
The 624 Podcast will be about the process of making independent films, specifically in New Jersey.
We will also be talking about how the independent filmmakers are being affected by the current strike of the WGA and SAG.
We will also be talking about the positive and negatives of film festivals. What to do and what not to do during the process of independent filmmaking.
Everyday on set is an experience that I do not take for granted. So many independent filmmakers don’t get the opportunity to complete their work from the first day of writing their script to the day they hear “That’s a wrap!”
I have been blessed with completing multiple projects, seeing them on the big screen at film festivals, win and lose at festivals. I do not take any of these experiences for granted and I want to share those stories with other indie filmmakers through this podcast.
We will talk about the ups and downs of independent filmmaking. We will talk about the truth of the process and how so many are struggling.
We will not hold back on our opinions of the process many indie filmmakers face today and how to succeed. We will talk about the actual definition of success.
Our audience will be mostly indie filmmakers and those who love to watch films and hear about how the process all comes together.
We have an AWESOME guest for you for Episode 22! “The 624 Pod” welcomes Tracy Birdsall! Tom & Mark talk about everything there is to know about this rockstar!
Tracey Birdsall was born in Van Nuys, California, the youngest of three daughters born to Ronald Birdsall and Carol Birdsall (born Carol Stone). She was raised in Southern California and is primarily of British and European descent. Bert Lewis, the famous Walt Disney composer, was her great-grandfather.
Birdsall trained in dance, singing, and musical theater throughout her youth, which later led to her studying various acting techniques. She claims her real breakthrough in her training was when working with renowned acting coach Margie Haber, who taught her to simply create and be the character – no matter how excruciating.
Known for her meticulous preparation, Birdsall is recognized worldwide for her diverse and challenging roles and for working across genres. In the recently released and highly anticipated Science Fiction film Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter (2016), Birdsall garnered awards including the esteemed Female Action Performer of the Year Award at the Action on Film Festival, Best Actress Jury Award from the West Coast Film Festival, Best Actress Jury Award from Los Angeles Theatrical Release Awards Competition, and was the only American actress nominated for Best Actress at the 50th Annual WorldFest Houston 2017 – for her role as Sienna. In March, 2019, she was honored by the WeLink International Film Festival in New York City – in association with the United Nations and Women in Film – with the Best Actress Award, which was presented to her at a Gala Awards Ceremony held at The United Nations.
Birdsall can also be seen in the title character of the comedy feature Who’s Jenna…? (2018), in addition to the recently released Season 2 of the Tim Robinson helmed outrageous comedy Netflix show I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (2019) as Janeane.
Up-coming projects in post production include the lead role in the the time travel series The Time War (2017), the lead role in the television series Age of Darkness: the lead role in the science fiction film Evolution War, and the feature film Hotel Underground (2024).
Vinnie Potestivo, Editor-in-Chief of
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