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Episode 65: Jeff & Bill
Jeff Kurtenacker (our Lead Composer) and Bill Ebel (our Lead Editor) each have their own featured interviews on this podcast that left many lingering questions. Last week, Jeff was asking the questions, but this week it is Bill's turn. Want ...

Episode 64: Bill & Jeff
Bill Ebel (our Lead Editor) and Jeff Kurtenacker (our Lead Composer) each have their own featured interviews on this podcast. But after listening to each other's episodes they were left with many questions that had to be answered. Join us ...

Episode 63: Festival Strategy
As film festivals transition to screening online, should we expect them to pick different kinds of films? In this episode, Christian Taylor and David Paterson share news of their first festival rejection and how they've been adjusting their strategy. Want ...

Episode 62: David Paterson
Meet David Paterson: pro stunt man, volunteer firefighter, park commissioner, playwright, stay-at-home dad, and last but not least, Executive Producer on The Girl Who Wore Freedom! David is a man with connections and his vast movie experience has been crucial ...

Episode 61: Jeff Kurtenacker
In this episode, we speak with Jeff Kurtenacker, the Lead Composer of The Girl Who Wore Freedom. Jeff has over 15 of experience composing music for video games and other media, so what brought him to volunteer for our film? ...

Episode 60: Bill Ebel
In this episode, we speak with Bill Ebel, the Lead Editor of The Girl Who Wore Freedom. Bill is an award-winning editor who played an invaluable role on our film. Listen in to hear how he helped our first-time filmmaker ...

Episode 59: Fan Mail
In this episode, Director Christian Taylor shares an update on financial assistance, takes some important time to read and discuss fan mail, and answer some questions from the audience. Want to see the video version of this episode? Be sure ...

Episode 58: COVID-19
A lot has changed in the past month. In this episode, hosts Jason Rugg, Josh Lindsey, and Christian Taylor chat (online via Zoom) about the current status of The Girl Who Wore Freedom and how film festivals and so much more ...

Episode 57: Michelin
This is our first video podcast episode. What do you think? Let us know if we should do more like this, or stick to audio-only. In this episode, Director Christian Taylor shares what it was like to visit Michelin for ...

Episode 56: Birth
In what ways are the final production of a documentary film like giving birth? In this episode, Director of The Girl Who Wore Freedom Christian Taylor shares the analogy and exciting opportunities with Michelin as we continue to move ever ...
In this special Documentary First episode, Christian steps off the beaten path to share an exciting guest appearance on the Movie Rob Minute podcast. Christian is joined by her college friend and actor Corey Johnson to dive into a Saving Private Ryan minute, making it even more special since Corey played a role in the film! Christian thought it would be a lot of fun to bring Corey along, and she was right.
In Part 1, Corey shares his story of landing a part in Saving Private Ryan, working with Hollywood legends, and experiencing the chaotic D-Day scenes firsthand. Christian also opens up about her documentary filmmaking journey, especially with The Girl Who Wore Freedom, and how her conversations with veterans have shaped her understanding of gratitude, storytelling, and the healing power of sharing war stories. The episode takes some fun tangents as they explore the impact of WWII films on veterans and their families and dive deep into the culture of storytelling as a tool for healing.
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