The Make It Podcast

The Make It Podcast MAKE IT explores the filmmaking journeys of creatives across the film industry.

01/09/2026

Why Studying People Makes Better Stories 📚

Storytelling isn’t just about plot — it’s about people. Studying who we are, where we come from, and why we make the choices we do shapes every character we create. The human story is brutal, beautiful, and worth telling honestly.

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01/06/2026

“What It Really Means to Make It" - Tia A. Smith Edition

Making it isn’t about fame, money, or pressure. It’s about creating work that heals, uplifts, and permits people to see themselves again — and bringing others with you along the way. That’s success.

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01/06/2026

“Why Pre-Production Is Everything”

The cameras rolling might look glamorous, but the real work happens long before anyone yells “action.” Once you’re on set, it’s about solving problems, managing people, and keeping chaos invisible. Great productions succeed because the groundwork was done early.

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12/26/2025

How to Be Happy, Creative, and Profitable | TV & Film Producer/Director Tia A. Smith

Producer and Director Tia A. Smith reveals the harsh realities of building a sustainable career in film and television, from surviving months of unemployment to creating her own production companies.

https://www.talentedsol.com/about

[0:00:00] Opening Banter and Holiday Introductions
[0:03:02] Guest Introduction: Tia A. Smith
[0:03:25] Housekeeping and Platform Promotion
[0:05:08] Story Is Queen: Tia's Background and Current Projects
[0:06:35] The Heir: A Personal Short Film About Family Legacy
[0:15:15] Childhood and Family Background in Silver Spring, Maryland
[0:18:19] Career Origins and Inspiration from Oprah
[0:22:00] College Experience at Ithaca and Early Hands-On Learning
[0:28:32] Dark Moments: Surviving Unemployment in New York
[0:34:47] Audience Poll: Music Producer vs. TV/Film Producer
[0:45:00] Commercial Break
[0:51:56] Filmmaker Q&A: Foundation Building at Ithaca College
[0:59:15] Leadership Lessons at BET and Cultural Responsibility
[1:14:26] Building a Production Company and Finding Your Voice
[1:25:00] Things You Should Know: Gospel Music Hall of Fame
[1:33:02] Clear the Set: Top Three Films
[1:48:16] Film Confessions: Haven't Seen Rear Window
[1:50:12] Films Everyone Loves But You Hate: Baby Driver
[1:54:42] Cheat Day Meal and Shark Cage Diving Story
[2:01:16] Final Question: What Does Making It Mean to You?
[2:03:27] Closing and Contact Information

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12/24/2025

The holiday season just got a whole lot funnier! 😂 Intern David, Nick, and Chris are sleigh-in' it in our Reel Q&A - Holiday Edition with takes so hot they could melt a snowman. â˜ƒïžđŸ”„

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12/24/2025

“Why Films Like The Matrix Still Matter”

When we look back at films like The Matrix, it’s easy to label them as blockbusters — but that misses the point. These films weren’t built as franchises or formulas. They were bold, challenging, and rooted in an auteur’s vision. That’s why they last.

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12/23/2025

“What Our Names Say About Who We Are”

Names carry history, identity, and meaning. Sometimes, looking back at where our names come from helps us understand who we are at our core — and who we’re meant to be.

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