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Episode 60 of the Podcast is Live!

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There's a new episode of the No-Budget Filmmaking podcast out today. We are discussing film challenges and how to approach them to maximize efficiency and create better results.

Click here to give it a listen! Episode 60 - Navigating Film Challenges

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The Industry

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