Our latest episode features the amazing event marketing expert Kathleen Sykes. Drawing from her extensive experience with opera companies, symphony orchestras, museums, and more, Kathleen reveals the art of crafting unforgettable in-person events. Organizing private events to showcase our creative creations can be exhilarating yet overwhelming all at once.

How can we leverage in-person events to build long-term community engagement?

To make Kathleen's top tips even more tangible, she is taking us through a real example of how host Cindy Claes could set up an in-person screening for her 10min dystopian short film "All Dogs Go To Heaven". In this episode we uncover new avenues for community outreach and engagement. Our conversation seamlessly blends practical tips for event logistics with deep dives into the emotional and intellectual impact of storytelling.

Whether you're an event organizer or an artist (filmmaker, choreographer, etc) looking to enhance your community-building skills, Kathleen's expert advice will equip you with the tools to create memorable, impactful events that resonate long after the final curtain call!

Here is the teaser of short film "All Dogs Go To Heaven":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru8ltTzm-ew

Guest Contact:
kathleensykes.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-m-sykes/

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Curious about how the medium of Film can heal trauma and foster growth? This week's episode features an enlightening conversation with Dr. Joshua Lee Cohen (USA), media psychologist and CEO of the Digital Storytelling Project.

Dr. Cohen researches how film and video-based therapy can assist individuals coping with PTSD, depression, and anxiety by engaging their senses, emotions, and imagination. We also discuss how film can drive societal change and create meaningful dialogues.

Contact Guest:
https://yourdigitalstorytellingproject.com
https://filmandvideobasedtherapy.com/
Upcoming book:
“Film/Video-Based Therapy and Trauma: Post Traumatic Growth”
Instagram:
@film_video_based_therapy

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The documentation of the "behind-the-scenes" can have a massive impact on the distribution of a film, or creative project! Capturing the essence of the "behind-the-scenes" is planned in bigger productions, yet often omitted in small scale productions due to the lack of ressources.

How can we leverage, organise, get excited, and build community throughout the whole process of sharing the "behind-the-scenes" of our movies and theater pieces?

In this episode, we welcome Yves Ruth, a multi-talented artist based in Belgium, whose journey from dancer to producer offers invaluable insights. I invited Yves after reflecting deeply on the critical moments I missed in documenting the BTS in my early career.

Yves Ruth takes us through his experience of working on "BXL The Movie" as a producer, and the meticulous effort that went into managing artists and producing this feature film. He had a crucial role in planning a creative way of filming the making off of this movie. We also explore strategies for securing funding and maintaining behind-the-scenes enthusiasm over the long haul.

Contact Guest:
@yvesruth
@xuntoldxstories
@bxlthemovie

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