A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr

04/25/2025

🚀 New Episode Alert! 🚀

Want to break into film without breaking the bank? 🎬 In our latest podcast, experimental-horror filmmaker Nace DeSanders reveals the game-changing strategy that kick-started her career: volunteering at film festivals. 🔑

“Festival passes can cost up to $2K, but as a volunteer you’re inside every panel, rubbing shoulders with directors & producers—for FREE.”

👉 Hear how Nace turned a $0 badge into award-winning shorts, global crews, and her first feature.
🎧 Listen now: https://music.youtube.com/podcast/V-5gJ_vOhHE

👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔁 share if you’re ready to trade sweat equity for screen credits!

04/24/2025

A Festival Pro with a Passion for Filmmakers

If you've submitted to a festival recently, chances are Nace DeSanders had something to do with it! 🎞️

With 10+ years helping 12+ film festivals thrive, Nace is a powerhouse in curation, operations, and community-building. 💼✨

On April 24 at 6 PM EST, join us live for a deep dive into the business and the art of cinema with this multidimensional creative leader.

Hosted by Floyd Marshall Jr. with co-host Okema Moore

🎙️ LIVE on LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook

04/23/2025

Nace DeSanders is a prominent film industry professional recognized for her innovative work as a writer, director and producer in the experimental horror genre. A New York native currently residing in Madrid, Spain, Nace's semi-nomadic lifestyle enriches her creative approach and brings a unique perspective to her projects.

04/21/2025

The Visionary Behind Afro-Surrealist Horror

🎙️ A Conversation with Host Floyd Marshall Jr. & Co-host Okema Moore welcomes filmmaker Nace DeSanders — a trailblazer in experimental horror!

From Hello Sickness to The Wounded and the Watcher, Nace's bold storytelling blends feminist horror with afro-surrealism. 🎬

Join us LIVE on April 24th at 6:00 PM EST on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn to hear how her global journey and creative process continue to reshape the indie horror landscape.

🔗 Set your reminder now — you don't want to miss this!

04/20/2025

🙌 He is Risen!
"I am the resurrection and the life." – John 11:25 ✝️

This Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate new beginnings, renewed faith, and the everlasting promise of hope.

From The Film Collective and A Conversation with Floyd Marshall Jr., we wish you peace, love, and purpose this Easter. 💜🌸

04/18/2025

🙏 Good Friday Blessings

As we reflect on the sacrifice made on this holy day, may your heart be filled with peace, gratitude, and hope.

From all of us at The Film Collective and A Conversation with Floyd Marshall Jr., we wish you a meaningful Good Friday.

🌄 “May this day bring you peace and reflection.”

04/17/2025

🎬 Tubi Thursday Review Alert!

This week, Floyd Marshall Jr. dives into the drama-filled world of Ex Door Neighbor, a Tubi Original that keeps the suspense high and the emotions higher. 🔥

Secrets, betrayal, and a love triangle gone wrong — you don’t want to miss this review!

💬 Watch Floyd break it all down in his latest Tubi Thursday Review. https://youtube.com/live/7YLNbSUNIeE
📺 Streaming now on Tubi.

04/16/2025

🎬 "Rejections are just stepping stones to your breakthrough film." 💥

Every "no" brings you one step closer to the "yes" that changes everything. Whether you're facing a declined pitch, festival rejection, or script rewrite, remember — the greatest filmmakers turned failure into fuel. 💡

📽️ Keep creating. Keep pushing. Your breakthrough moment is coming.

04/15/2025

Angela White - Standing on Business in the Film IndustryWhat does it really take to make it in film? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aconversationwithfm/episodes/ACW-EPS-143---Angela-White---Silver-Lining-Entertainment-Producers-Chair-e318slj 📷

Angela White - Standing on Business in the Film IndustryWhat does it really take to make it in film? In this powerful conversation, producer Angela White (Silver Lining Entertainment) drops a masterclass on producing, distribution, and why your film is a product—but YOU are the brand. From shootin...

04/14/2025

🎉 Our April Online Film Event Was a Success! 🎉

A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing filmmakers, creatives, and film lovers who joined us for The Film Collective's April Online Event! Your passion and talent made it an unforgettable experience.

📢 Submissions are NOW OPEN for our August Online Short Film Festival, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on!

🎬 Next Deadline: April 21st (Regular Submission)
🎞️ Short films & scripts in all genres are welcome!

If you’re an emerging or established filmmaker looking to share your story, now’s the time to submit. Join a community that celebrates creativity, connection, and bold storytelling.

👉 Submit today and be part of something special. https://ifapfilmcollective.com

04/10/2025

Deborah Richards is an award winning filmmaker and her latest documentary explores the world of Flair bartending. Flair Bartending is considered a sport in many circles although it's not recognized by governing bodies. The competition is fierce and the rivalries can get intense. We're going to talk with Debbie about her latest film and what it took to put it together.

04/03/2025

The mission is growth, expansion and elevation. .

04/02/2025

🎬 Stories That Drive Us Forward 🚗

📣 Coming this April 4th–7th — The Film Collective Online Short Film Festival is back, and we can't wait for you to experience our latest lineup of bold, brilliant, and diverse short films from emerging voices around the world. 🌍🎞️

🎥 One of our featured films this season is “Mahammoud’s Mercedes” — a compelling short that explores identity, family, and dreams through the eyes of its unforgettable protagonist.

🌟 This powerful story invites audiences into Mahammoud’s world as he navigates personal struggles and aspirations, with his prized Mercedes serving as both a symbol and a sanctuary. It’s a deeply human journey filled with heart, complexity, and cultural nuance.

🎟️ Join us for this virtual cinematic experience and see what the buzz is about.
Get your all-access pass now at 👉 ifapfilmcollective.com

🎬🚘🌍

04/02/2025

Yes lives in the land of NO. In order to get the YES, you must endure the harsh land of NO. It’s unforgiving and could care less about your feelings. But if you keep moving forward through the land of NO, you will eventually come to the oasis of YES. . .

03/29/2025

Check out A Conversation With on Audible any time of the day. Hosted by Floyd Marshall Jr and Okema T. Moore. .

03/28/2025

Plus, he shares the inspiration behind his Men Cry apparel line, advocating for emotional expression among men episode is a deep dive into the mind of an artist committed to storytelling with purpose. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aconversationwithfm/episodes/ACW-EPS-142---A-Conversation-With-FilmmakerDirector-Victorious-De-Costa-e30a55j 📷

In this insightful episode of A Conversation With, host Floyd Marshall Jr. and co-host Okema T. Moore sit down with the multi-talented filmmaker, producer, and activist Victorious De Costa. Known for his powerful documentaries like Digging for Weldon Irvine and Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn, Vi...

03/27/2025

🚨 Masterclass Alert 🚨

Angela White didn’t just give advice — she gave a MASTERCLASS in this episode of “A Conversation With...” 🎙️

🎥 Want to know why your “amazing” script might not make it past development? Angela explains how vague descriptions like “they cross a bridge” can blow your budget FAST 💸

Check the clip 👇 “Why Your Brilliant Script Might Flop”
Then go binge the full podcast 🔥
🎧 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D41mNn-369g

03/26/2025

Angela White is a force in the entertainment industry. She is the founder of Silver Lining Entertainment, a production company with sixty nine credits and counting. She is a director and the founder of Back Stage Pass To The Movie Industry, an online educational platform which offers Master classes designed to teach people the entertainment industry. Angela has been featured on The HollyWood Reporter, Good Morning America, Dish Nation and more. We're going to sit down and talk about her amazing journey in the film industry as well as her new and exciting project.