The WIFT Austin Podcast

The WIFT Austin Podcast is the podcast for all things women and film and television and media. Bringing you in depth interviews with dynamic women in the film, TV and media industries, plus movie reviews, member spotlights and entertainment news to keep you endlessly entertained and informed.
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EP 101 with Melanie Yonks

Melanie is the Education and Outreach Director for EarthxFilm, an eco-film and media impact festival whose aim is to turn awareness through art and media into action and impact. Melanie has also served as a Board Member for WIFTI, WIFT US, WIFT Dallas, and WIFT Austin.

Tune in as she discusses the importance of supporting and encouraging one another, especially as women, and the belief that everyone should be given an opportunity to work in the film, TV, and media industries.

EP 101 with Kat Candler

Kat is an award winning writer, director, producer, and showrunner.

Tune in as she talks about studying film in order to be the best teacher for her students.

EP 103 with Meghan Ross

Meghan is director, writer, producer, comedienne and Head of Creator Success at Seed&Spark.

​Tune in as she discusses inclusivity in film, and how she made sure that her project starred all women and women of color!

EP 104 with Chelsea Hernandez

Chelsea is a Mexican-American filmmaker based in ATX, and an award winning PBS television and documentary producer.

Tune in as she talks about the lack of representation in the Latino community.

EP 105 with Emily Best

Emily is the director, founder and CEO of Seed&Spark.

Tune in as she talks about the similarities between social media and streaming algorithms.

EP 106 with Angela Meryl

Angela is a veteran stuntwoman and actor. She has done stunt work for Vanessa Williams, Halle Berry and Beyoncé. She has also acted in projects such as Bones, The Young and the Restless, and Supergirl.

Tune in as she talks stunt terms, martial arts, and more.

EP 107 SXSW Recap

The WIFT Austin team reviews their 2021 SXSW virtual experience.

​Tune in as Summer Heart, Samantha Rae Lopez and Marisa Mirabal of WIFT Austin give their honest reviews of this year's films and what they really thought of SXSW going virtual this year.