“Damien asked thoughtful and insightful questions and guided me through the maze of my almost 50 year career as an artist. Not an easy task. It was a sincere pleasure to delve into my work life with him!”
Debra McGuire, COSTUME DESIGNER, Frirends
“Damien Swaby’s Filmmaking Conversations podcast is the absolute real deal. He approaches his interviews with the joy of a movie lover, the diligence and research of a journalist, and, most importantly, from the perspective of a working filmmaker. It was an absolute pleasure to discuss my career and craft with Damien, and to listen to him do the same with others.”
Christopher Donald, VIDEO EDITOR, The Handmaid's Tale
“Damien’s thoughtful and insightful approach to interviews, mostly with artists or people in the arts, results in a pleasant surprise: He gets people to reveal more. And the listener ends up getting more out of these moments that they bargained for.”
Oscar Winner Donald Sylvester, SOUND DESIGNER, Ford v Ferrari
“I loved being a guest on this podcast and listening to the other filmmakers’ episodes. Damien has a conversational approach that makes the filmmakers behind the work feel really accessible. His method of doing a deep dive into one specific piece allows each episode to highlight the uniqueness of each filmmaker’s style and intentions. The episodes are engaging & very informative. They make for a great way to learn from the experience of others!.”
Christina Raia, Director/Producer, About A Donkey
“I had the pleasure of being invited to speak on Damien’s podcast and it was a lovely experience. His interview questions were insightful, well-intentioned – it felt like chatting to a friend really. As someone still fairly early on in their career, I appreciated Damien giving me a platform to hopefully inspire others to get their foot in the door of the Film & TV industry.”
Imara Lenders, VIDEO EDITOR, River City
“Damien was thorough and professional. The interview itself was conducted with care and genuine curiosity. Damien’s passion for storytelling and film really shone through. Damien is dedicated to highlighting diverse voices and perspectives in the film industry, which is something I deeply appreciate.”
Lucy King, SENIOR VIDEO JOURNALIST, New York Times
“It was an honor to be a part of Damien Swaby’s podcast “Filmmaking Conversations”. His research and attention to the details let to an engaging conversation, which naturally encouraged me to open up about my career and experiences. It is clear that he has a greatappreciation for the craft of film making. Anyone curious about what foes into making a TV Show or movie can learn from this podcast.”
Suzuki Ingerslev, PRODUCTION DESIGNER, True Blood
“Damien is such a thorough interviewer, I think I got to talk to him about things I don't think I got to talk about with any other interviewer. I really loved the experience and being on his show was a blessing to me. I almost felt that I had a bit of theatrical therapy..”
Cynda Williams, ACTRESS, Mo Better Blues
“Doing Damien's podcast was such a joy. I learned things about myself in the process too! He knows who to get you talking because Damien creates a trusted, intelligent and thoughtful space”
Marcus Markou, FILMMAKER, Papadopoulos & Sons
“Diving into 'Filmmaking Conversations' was a burst of creative energy. It wasn't just a discussion—it was an extension of my book, 'Transitions: A Director's Journey + Motivational Handbook,' reflecting the dedication required to take a project from script to screen. We honed in on the profound value of community in our field, shining a light on the collaborative essence vital to filmmaking success. Such platforms are more than conversational—they're crucibles where support networks strengthen, collective wisdom flourishes, and the very foundation of our filmic pursuits is solidified.”
Pete Chatmon, DIRECTOR, Black-ish
“We are so lucky as a filmmaking community to have a show like Filmmaker Conversations. Damien has created a wonderful, warm environment for teaching and sharing all of the ins and outs of making a career in this business. He's not only passionate about filmmaking, he's passionate about talking about filmmaking. I hope you to give the show a listen, cause when you hear him and the talented folks he brings on talk movies, it's hard not to get inspired yourself and make something!”
Woody Chapman, VIDEO EDITOR, Disney Insider