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If you have been listening to our podcast you may have noticed the into and outro of each episode has a lovely new voice. That voice belongs to Shannon Lake who was nice enough to come in and record it for the show. Shannon is a Cincinnati Bengals cheerleader, who has been featured in MAXIM Magazine in the NFL 2005 Cheerleaders, (Sept. 2005 issue).
How do you make a movie or get started making movies? Ever wanted those questions answered by someone who has done it, on low or no budgets with a focus on getting into the "movie business?" The Twenty One Podcast answers those questions with information for indie filmmakers from beginners to experienced, based on what we have learned over the years making our own films. We tell stories from our sets, latest productions, our movies, your movies, answer listener questions on filmmaking, interview other filmmakers and more. We'll give you real world advice, tips, and lessons we have learned over the years, many the hard way. This show will help you avoid many of the mistakes we all have made in pursuit of the Hollywood dream.
EPISODE #23
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - Sitting Down with the Cast

In show #23 David and Russell sit down with actor Josh Bentley (Trooper TK212) who reprises his role in the prequel "Rise of the Troopers."

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EPISODE #24
THE FINAL REVIEW

In episode #24 David and Russell sit down and discuss the final review of "Rise of the Troopers," the release of the DVD, and a little TV and movie talk.

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EPISODE #21
THE MILESTONE SPECIAL SHOW!

In show #21 David, Russell and Mat sit down and discuss more "Rise of the Troopers" and the future of Twenty One Productions.

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EPISODE #22
THE SIXTH ANNIVERSARY!

In show #22 David, Russell and Mat sit down and look back over the last six years. the highs, the lows and the utterly ridiculous! Plus, OSCAR predictions!

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EPISODE #19
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - Sitting Down with the Cast

In show #19 David and Russell sit down with actor Doug High (Skip Antilles) from "Rise of the Troopers."

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EPISODE #20
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - Sitting Down with the Cast

In show #20 David and Russell sit down with actor Harold Littrell (Brett from "Episode IV.V: The Unknown Discovery") who reprises his role in the prequel "Rise of the Troopers"

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EPISODE #17
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - PRODUCTION DAY #3

In episode #17 David and Mat sit down to discuss the thrid day of production on the new Star Wars fan film: "Rise of the Troopers." This day focuses on the Imperial Poker Tour scene.

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EPISODE #18
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - Production Days 4 and 5

In episode #18 Director, Russell Johnson sits down with A.D. Chad Perkins and they discuss production shooting days 4 (The Office) and 5 (The School) as well as other topics such as directing and shooting with new toys!

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EPISODE #15
IN THE HOUSE WITH DURBS

In show #15 David sits down with the one and only Justin R. Durban. Music composer for film, games and video, web design, art and more.

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EPISODE #16
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - PRODUCTION DAY #2

In episode #16 Russell and David sit down to discuss the second day of production on the new Star Wars fan film: "Rise of the Troopers." Plus, they discuss their thoughts on some recent movie releases.

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EPISODE #13
TWENTY ONE MOVIE TALK

Episode #13 - Movie Talk. This is the second installment of movie talk and Mat and David dive into the summer movie season.

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EPISODE #14
RISE OF THE TROOPERS - PRODUCTION DAY #1

In show #14 Russell and David sit down with assistant director Chad Perkins and writer/actor Mat Raney and discuss the first day of production on the new Star Wars fan film: "Rise of the Troopers." Listen until the end and you'll hear the first sound clip from the new movie!

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EPISODE #11
PRE-PRODUCTION

In episode #11, Mat, RJ and David talk pre-production and they "officially" announce their next project, Episode III.VIII, Rise of the Troopers. They discuss how they plan to prepare for the film. Plus, the Top three things to do in pre-production.

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EPISODE #12
PRODUCTION SOUND

Episode #12. Film Sound. In this episode David talks with Neil Kesterson of Dynamix Productions and the art of film sound on the set, post production and final mix.

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EPISODE #9
NAB 2006

In episode #9 David and Mat sit down with Douh High, General Manager of Post Time Productions, and talk about the latest and greatest from this year's NAB.

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EPISODE #10
A DAY ON LOCATION

In episode #10, or as the kids call it, "Episode X," we are back to the full house of Russell, David and Mat as we discuss how to prepare and get through "a day on location," and to get through it quick and efficiently. Scheduling, storyboarding, shooting and more.

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EPISODE #7
THE INTERNET AND INDEPENDENT FILMMAKERS

In episode #7 it's a full house! Mat, Russell and David get together on the show and discuss the importance of the internet to independent filmmakers and how to best utilize it's vast resources so you and your films can be seen. Plus, The Top Threes!

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EPISODE #8
TWENTY ONE T.V. TALK

In episode #8 it's a full house again! Mat, Russell and David break away from our normal format and talk T.V. and have some fun. Plus: Top Three TV Theme Songs!

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EPISODE #5
STORYTELLING

In episode #5 David and Mat take the reigns and talk storytelling. The stories we've told and the one's we still have yet to tell. Plus: The top threes! David and Mat discuss what actors they would love to work with.

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EPISODE #6
MOVIE MUSIC

In episode #6 Mat and Dave once again take the helm of the show. The guys discuss music in our movies, our music composer, Justin R. Durban, a special sneak peek announcement and back for the second show in a row, The Top Three, in this episode the question is which movies didn't win oscars that should have?

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EPISODE #3
START SMALL, DREAM BIG

This is the show where we stop playing around and get our act together. Better audio quality and better subject matter. We got the "get to know you's" out of the way and the Twenty One Podcast is rolling. Russell is joined in this episode by David Cottingham and they discuss how to get your foot in the door and get your own filmmaking career underway, even if you live in small town, USA or any other part of the world. More lively and more fun, this is the podcast that takes it to the next level.

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EPISODE #4
TWENTY ONE MOVIE TALK

In episode #4 we step out of our normal format and have some fun. Basically we sit around and, as the title says, talk movies. This is a special episode which we will present from time to time. Life's too short to be so serious! Have a question or comment? Agree or disagree with what we say? Let us know. We can take it!

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EPISODE #1
PILOT

How do you make a movie or get started making movies? Ever wanted those questions answered by someone who has done it, on low or no budgets with a focus on getting into the "movie business?" The Twenty One Podcast answers those questions with information for indie filmmakers from beginners to experienced, based on what we have learned over the years making our own films.

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EPISODE #2
RESOURCES

In this episode we a shout out to a couple of our favorite podcasts and I cover my top 3 books for all filmmakers, "What They Don't Teach You In Film School," "Independent Feature Film Production," and "Directing Actors."

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