Loose Framing
In this Telly Award-winning podcast, hosts Tyler Martinolich, Birdie Doyle, and Sam Allen delve into the broader tapestry of Tampa Bay’s film industry. Join the Film Tampa Bay team for in-depth discussions with local production crews about industry trends, the realities of being on set, and what it’s actually like to work in Florida. Loose Framing dishes out the real stories of people who don’t mind when the frame of conversation breaks to reveal more than expected.
Episodes
Trigger warning: this episode of Loose Framing Podcast contains conversations of sexual abuse. Viewer discretion is advised.
Certified Intimacy Coordinator Nicole Perry sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Nicole breaks down what being an intimacy coordinator entails, their role on set, and the skills and experience necessary to advocate for both the script and the actors. PLUS! She gives advice on how to ...
The Tampa Theatre stands as one of Tampa’s most iconic and historic landmarks, and at the helm, John Bell. Now, John’s passing the torch to George Levesque, former CEO of the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, Texas. John and George sit down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast to talk about their passion for atmospheric theatres, the Tampa Theatre and its 100th anniversary, and the extensive (and fascinating)...
SPECIAL EPISODE! Tyler, Birdie, and Sam sit down to talk all things Cannes Film Festival 2026. Tune in to hear what we've gotten out of Cannes in the past, everything we did this year, and what you can expect moving forward in Tampa's screen production industry. PLUS! Loose Framing won a Telly Award! Hear all about it in this very special episode of Loose Framing Podcast!
Author and film critic Christian Blauvelt sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Christian has worked for major industry publications like IndieWire, Entertainment Weekly, and the BBC, and he’s here to talk to Tyler about film criticism and how it has evolved in the internet age. PLUS! He gives us his “Rules for Working with Celebrities,” which he’s honed after years of mingling with ...
🎙️ This month, we’re bringing out our inner children with Nurse Deon, a registered nurse and the host of Nurse Deon, a health and wellness-focused kids show. Deon tells us what inspires him, why he’s so dedicated to helping children, and what it takes to act alongside puppets! PLUS! He answers some fun rapid-fire questions with Birdie!
Learn all about Nurse Deon right here on this episode of Loose Framing!
Chelsea Butz is a Tampa Bay-local Unit Production Manager (UPM) and 2nd Assistant Director (2nd AD). Chelsea joins Birdie on this month's episode of Loose Framing and gives us a rundown on being a UPM and 2AD and how she broke through film's tough exterior to start working on movie sets. PLUS! She tells us about her experience working as a woman in film and television, our nod to Women's History Month.
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She’s collaborated with visionary Tim Burton, legendary cinematographer Dean Cundey, and Academy Award winner Philippe Rousselot. And now cinematographer Tian Liu sits down with Tyler to share her journey from China to Hollywood to Tampa, the lessons she learned working alongside some of the industry’s greats, and how she carved out her own creative place in the industry as a woman of color. PLUS! Tian talks about her r...
SPECIAL EPISODE! We’re diving into all things Gasparilla Intl. Film Festival, including features we’re looking forward to, shorts and panels featuring our fantastic female filmmakers, Q&As, parties, and more. Mark your calendars for March 3rd - 8th!
You don’t want to miss this very special episode of Loose Framing Podcast!
🎙️ Season 6 of Loose Framing Podcast kicks off with the creative team behind Brooker, a Tampa-made indie film blending VHS-era nostalgia with Indiana Jones–style adventure. Writer/producer Brandon Ransbottom and lead actor Faniel Pradel join Tyler to talk about building big stories with limited resources and filming in Tampa’s wild natural ecosystems. Welcome to Season 6 of Loose Framing.
Season 5 of Loose Framing Podcast fades to black with hair and makeup artist Monique McLaughlin, a behind-the-scenes powerhouse in Tampa’s film scene. She chats with Birdie about the craft, chemistry, chaos, and MAGIC of making talent camera-ready! PLUS! Monique answers some rapid-fire questions to close out our fantastic 5th season!
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🎙️If you live in Tampa, you know Blind Tiger Coffee. Meet its founders, Roberto Torres and Luis Montanez! Roberto and Luis are longtime business partners, co-owning and operating Black and Denim Apparel Company, Blind Tiger Coffee, and co-producing Nurse Deon, a kids show aimed at tackling fear of doctors appointments and procedures. PLUS! They dive into how they’ve solidified the Blind Tiger brand, and what they do to grow ...
🎙️King of Horror Comedy, Joe Davison, returns to the studio for a truly cursed episode of Loose Framing Podcast! This time, Joe shares his story of survival on the chaotic film set of his new film, Sorority of Damned. PLUS! He recounts his most thrilling set stories ... including a real-life UFO encounter! Happy Halloween!
🎙️Producer and attorney Cameron Brumbelow joins us for the 50th episode of Loose Framing Podcast! Cameron is one of our most talented and hardest-working producers in town, but did you know he’s also an attorney? Tune in to hear how a practicing lawyer found his way on set, and how he fell in love with filmmaking! PLUS! Cameron breaks down his approach to hiring and inspiring new talent right here in Tampa Bay.
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University of Tampa professor Gregg Perkins sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Gregg Perkins is a longtime multimedia artist and media arts educator, and he’s here to discuss the fundamentals, AI in the modern classroom, and the importance of adjusting to each generation of students. PLUS! Gregg gives us a rundown of his career here in Tampa Bay and what makes us special in the digital media scene.
...🎙️Actors Collin Thompson and Owen Atlas sit down with Birdie on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Collin and Owen star in Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage Fueled Karma, but they’ve been acting for years. Tune in to hear them discuss growing up on set, attending school while being child actors, and tackling stunt work on Hacked. PLUS! Hear how Collin and Owen became experts at marketing themselves and their careers on s...
🎙️Producer and AD Kyle Franzak sits down with Tyler on this episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Kyle has built his career in Tampa Bay, and he’s here to give us a rundown of how he went from freelance production work, to working with some of our best known studios and clients, then back to freelancing. PLUS! Kyle expresses why he stayed in Tampa Bay and what’s on the horizon for his career.
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Actress Katelyn Nacon joins guest host Birdie for this month’s episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Tune in as Katelyn talks about growing up on screen, finding creative expression in acting, working alongside comedy greats in Linoleum, and her close relationship with Hacked AND The Walking Dead co-star Chandler Riggs. PLUS! Katelyn answers some fun rapid-fire questions with Birdie!
Learn all about Katelyn Nacon and Hacked...
Actor Chandler Riggs chats with us on this month’s episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Chandler joins Tyler to talk about growing up acting on The Walking Dead, his most recent role in Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage-Fueled Karma, and how he just can’t survive a role for the life of him. PLUS! Chandler gives us a look into his interests in electronic music and working behind the camera. You don't want to miss this episo...
Actress and filmmaker Elvia Hill chats with us on our Women’s History Month episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Elvia joins guest host Birdie to talk about acting in English and Spanish, her writing and directorial debut, and getting her first-ever film into GIFF. PLUS! Elvia speaks on her experience as a Latina actress and the importance of Latin representation on screen. You don't want to miss this episode of Loose Framing!
Gasparilla Intl. Film Festival Board President Roia Barrios chats with us on this month's SNEAK PEEK episode of Loose Framing Podcast. Roia joins Tyler to give us a special look at GIFF 2025, from the screenings, panels, parties, and more. PLUS! Learn all about how you can sponsor the fest or volunteer to help make it incredible. You don't want to miss this episode of Loose Framing.
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