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The MAKE IT Podcast

Chris Barkley, Nicholas Buggs

Booking Overview

A film-focused interview and commentary show that typically features filmmakers and other creative professionals discussing the making, marketing, and cultural impact of films. Credible pitches include independent directors, screenwriters, actors or comedians with notable film projects, animators, and established creative leaders with distinctive behind-the-scenes expertise; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 543

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 235.0k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

accounts@bonsai.film

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Host

Chris Barkley - Co-host of a film podcast focused on behind-the-scenes filmmaking, independent cinema, major releases, film history, and creative careers.

Nicholas Buggs - Co-host of a film podcast focused on behind-the-scenes filmmaking, independent cinema, major releases, film history, and creative careers.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Filmmakers, performers, writers, animators, and senior creative professionals with substantial film or entertainment experience and a distinctive behind-the-scenes perspective.
Required Achievements:  
Independent feature films or documentaries with festival premieres, Screenwriting, directing, acting, animation, or creative leadership credits, Recognition from film festivals or other notable industry organizations, Experience working with established entertainment companies or major creative properties

Recent Guest Discussions

Isabel Hagen - Making On A String, Filmmaking From Lived Experience, Comedy, Film Criticism, Artistic Persistence, And Protecting Real People In Fiction.

Recent Topics

Film, Filmmaking, Independent Film, Film Festivals, Film Marketing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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448 - 25 Years After 9/11: The Doc Narrated by Gary Sinise | Michael Gier on Losing Everything and Starting Over at 40

October 16, 2026

This episode is brought to you by Storyblocks! Storyblocks is a 100% human-made stock media library that’s essential for creators with millions of professionally curated assets — footage, music, sound effects, templates, and images. Everything is pre-licensed and ready to use under one subscription.Head to storyblocks.com/makeit to access the human-made stock media library that’s essential to our workflow. For a limited time, get 15% OFF any annual plan!This episode is brought to you by MAKE ...

SUMMARIES - Julius Ritter - The Permissionless Revolution & When Zero Dollars Isn’t Zero Vision

October 13, 2026

We are humbled to have a community of creatives who care deeply about our work. And your support makes our work possible. Every subscriber, rating, and review matters. So, if you like what we're doing, please consider subscribing, rating, or giving us a review. Cheers, and best of luck on your filmmaking journey. #MAKEIThttps://themakeitpodcast.store/newsletterHello, Hello!In this episode, AI Hosts Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness explore Julius Ritter’s evolution from biracial child and w...

Bonus Episode: 48 Hour Film Project Winner Allison Alonzo on How to Make a Film in 48 Hours

October 09, 2026

This episode is brought to you by MAKE IT Academy. Get access to 200+ courses today at https://themakeitpodcast.com/pages/academy and use code: ACADEMY50 for 50% off the Academy for a year! Hello, Hello! In this episode, Allison Alonso explains how she led her first 48 Hour Film Project as a director and won with Falling Short. She breaks down the competition’s strict rules, the creative decisions behind the film, and the practical realities of making a short film in 48 hours. The conversatio...

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Frequently asked questions

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The MAKE IT Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The MAKE IT Podcast?

The MAKE IT Podcast is hosted by Chris Barkley and Nicholas Buggs. Its publicly listed email is accounts@bonsai.film. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The MAKE IT Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The MAKE IT Podcast: accounts@bonsai.film.

How many listeners does The MAKE IT Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The MAKE IT Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The MAKE IT Podcast?

The MAKE IT Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Filmmakers, performers, writers, animators, and senior creative professionals with substantial film or entertainment experience and a distinctive behind-the-scenes perspective. Common among recent guests: Independent feature films or documentaries with festival premieres; Screenwriting, directing, acting, animation, or creative leadership credits; Recognition from film festivals or other notable industry organizations. Recent guests include Isabel Hagen.

How hard is it to get booked on The MAKE IT Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The MAKE IT Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Filmmaking, Independent Film, Film Festivals, and Film Marketing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

accounts@bonsai.film

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