If you've ever referred to actors as "The Talent" you might want to pay attention. Directing is one of the most social jobs you can have, and yet so many people who want to direct neglect their relationship with their actors. They aren't unicorns dancing around in front of the camera. They're professionals there to do a job, and it takes more than just rehearsing lines to understand how to effectively direct them. Judith Weston wrote one of the best books about this exact experience entitled "Directing Actors." This book has become almost a bible for our Host Mike Pecci as he preps his first feature. It also provides some great insight for actors like long-time guest and friend of the show Lance Williams. Take literally all of the notes as Mike, Judith, and Lance flesh out the importance of effective communication, the benefits of action verbs, and the how to direct actors.

If you've ever designed a sequence for an action film, you know that you usually start with story boarding key frames. These frames show key moments and how you would visually represent the action. Is it a wide shot of the city block? A closeup of the protagonist's face in the rain? A shield? Comic book artist Ron Garney takes all of this into account as he breathes life into incredible heroes like the Justice League, Daredevil, The Amazing Spider-Man, and Captain America. Host Mike Pecci and Ron break down Ron's process of allowing readers to connect with characters like The Juggernaut and what it was like to create t comic book BRZRKR with Keanu Reeves.

When you look at an image, do you ever think that it's about to spring to life? A bird in flight; its feathers rustling in the breeze? A horse flexing its muscles as it gallops across the plain? A monkey's fur vibrating as it shivers? Richey Beckett's attention to detail helps him tell the story of these snapshots he creates that breathe energy and movement. Creating beautiful artwork for bands like Mastodon, Killswitch Engage, and Metallica as well as stunning tapestries, prints, and more; Richey's insight into creating striking imagery shows his mastery of the craft. Host Mike Pecci discusses Richey's inspiration, his experience working with incredible clients, and how his attention to detail helps him tell stories through artwork.