One-on-one chats with commercial directors, advertising agency creatives, actors, editors, producers, crew and more. Filmmaker Jordan Brady has directed of over 1300 spots , 4 feature films, 3 full-length documentaries and one Netflix special. The show is edited by Jake Brady.
Jordan is Founder of Commercial Directing Film School and owner of True Gentleman Industries, aka True Gent, a commercial production company in Los Angeles. Respect The Process, since 2013.
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Life Is Wave Selection: James Beshara on Swadharma, Detachment, and Choosing the Right Work.
Season 3 · Episode 704
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 57:19
James Beshara is an angel investor, podcaster, philosopher, musician (see OPENSTATE_), founder of Magic Mind and friend. We explore how to choose the right opportunities, find the work that feels like your true calling, and stay committed to it without becoming overly attached to the outcome. James shares the idea of Swadharma—the work you're naturally wired to do—and offers a thoughtful perspective on creativity, purpose, and building a life that feels aligned. James is a high-output creative individual, so here's some links you'll want to checkk out.
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ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
Cinematographer Ben Brady's Journey from PA'ing on a Radiohead Video to Shooting National Spots.
Season 3 · Episode 703
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • Duration 01:07:04
Director/Cinematographer Ben Brady shares the experiences and lessons that shaped his career—from working on productions with Sacha Baron Cohen and shooting a Radiohead music video connected to Paul Thomas Anderson, to learning from leading cinematographers like Darius Khondji and preparing for new, demanding LED-wall commercial. Ben, who moved from camera PA to DP quickly, explains why curiosity and persistence matter on set, when to ask questions, and how thorough preparation can make the difference between a stressful shoot and a successful one. It's an honest conversation about filmmaking, mentorship, family, and earning your way through the camera department. Fun fact: Ben is my son and I love working with him! Check out our new Johnsonville Sausage spot we did together.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to Wigs For Kids. Free shipping.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
Ben Levy Says Pitch The Wow Before the How.
Season 3 · Episode 702
Saturday, September 19, 2026 • Duration 01:09:35
Ben Levy is a creative coach, author, and expert in helping people present ideas with clarity, confidence, and humanity. In our conversation, we explored his powerful pitching principle: "wow before how." Whether you're a filmmaker, agency creative, or entrepreneur, Ben's advice will help you earn attention, build trust, and turn your next pitch into a genuine conversation.
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to Wigs For Kids. Free shipping.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCEEach of my come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
How Producer Tony Finley Built a Fairer Model for Directors and Crew.
Season 3 · Episode 701
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • Duration 01:15:39
I sat down with Tony Finley, founder of We Film Sh*t, for a candid conversation about the changing business of commercial production. We talked about why directors deserve more ownership and profit, how bloated production-company models can hold creatives back, and why creative risk is essential to making better work. Tony also shared his vision for using AI to connect directors with the right projects and create a fairer, more director-focused industry.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 1 spot left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
Comedy Director Michael Martin on Ego, Craft and Landing the Next Big Commercial.
Season 3 · Episode 700
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 • Duration 01:13:37
Michael Martin and I discuss how commercial directors can stand out by developing a distinct point of view, taking creative risks, and making work that reflects their voice. Michael shares the story behind his handmade Starbucks director's cut, while both directors explore pitching, career setbacks, ego, humility, and the value of enjoying the creative process. Together, they offer practical perspective for filmmakers navigating competition, building new creative lanes, and staying committed to the journey.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 2 spots left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
Puppet Master Jamie Shannon on the Magic of Simple Puppets for Brands Work.
Season 3 · Episode 699
Monday, August 17, 2026 • Duration 01:10:22
Legendary puppeter Jamie Shannon's approach to puppetry shows that the most memorable characters come from simplicity, intention, and a process that leaves room for both the performer and the audience to bring them to life. Check out his Puppet Island site. Jamie Shannon is the creator behind beloved puppet projects including Nanalan', the beloved Mr. Meaty, The Groggs on YTV, and the viral commercial characters he's made for brands like Smartfood and Good Food.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 2 spots left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
Nott Bros. Return to Talk Repeat Clients, Better Commercials and Career Momentum.
Season 3 · Episode 698
Saturday, August 1, 2026 • Duration 59:43
Loved hanging out with Nathan Miller and Mark Danciger of the Nott Brothers - talking about what it really takes to make it as a director. We get into how they approach the business side of directing, how they work with clients and agencies, and why being clear and collaborative makes the whole process better.We also talk about how their style has evolved, what they've learned along the way, and how they keep things creative without losing sight of the job. If you're into directing, commercials, or just hearing how great creative partnerships really work, this one's for you.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 3 spots left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUOThe original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
How PJ Koll's Timmy IO Turns Production Chaos into Real-Time Profit Data.
Season 3 · Episode 697
Friday, July 31, 2026 • Duration 01:11:35
EP PJ Koll has spent years in production and founded Where the Buffalo Roam before building Timmy.io, a platform shaped by his experience with the chaos of managing creative work. PJ shares a little of that history and how it led him to create a better way for production teams to stay organized. Enjoy!
My Filmmaker Retreat has 3 spots left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to Wigs For Kids. Free shipping.
Wild Gravity's Jon Sneider on Hacking Advertising.
Season 3 · Episode 696
Friday, July 17, 2026 • Duration 01:01:37
Jon Sneider, Founder of Wild Gravity, teaches us how his small, experienced teams can create better work faster than big, layered agencies. Jon shares lessons from advertising, filmmaking, and AI, showing why speed, collaboration, and craft still beat bureaucracy—and why creators who learn to work lean can make stronger ads, save money, and move ideas into the world much more quickly. Buy his book, "Hacking Advertising" here.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 5 spots left so save your spot now!
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
Beauty Commercial Director Jasmin Kuhn: Finding Your Voice.
Season 3 · Episode 695
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • Duration 01:09:57
In this conversation with beauty director Jasmin Kuhn, we dig into the path that helped shape her voice as a filmmaker—from her early exposure to visual storytelling to the commercial work that defines her today. Jasmin shares honest insight on craft, collaboration, paid treatments, and what it really takes to build a strong reputation in the industry. It's a thoughtful look at how experience, clarity, and respect for the process come together to create standout work.
My Filmmaker Retreat has 6 spots left so save your spot now!
Filmmkaer and friend Kevin O'Brien has shot close to 100 spots on the LED wall. His new course is a tremendous head start to us that will shoot or considering to film on the volumn. Use cose "virtual" to save $50. Click here to learn from the master.
FILMMAKER RETREAT JOSHUA TREE '26 - JOIN US Oct. 1–4: our 5th Annual Retreat. SIGN UP NOW No application. Just save your spot and come learn, shoot, and grow with working filmmakers. Limit 15.
POSH DUO The original 2-in-1 styling wax stick. I use Posh Duo to keep my hair fly and my beard on point. Free shipping for RTP listeners. Get the Posh look. A portion of the proceeds from every stick sold goes to . Free shipping.
Respect The Process, a podcast by Jordan Brady - Stats, Episodes and Rankings - My Podcast Data
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
ONLINE FILMMAKING COURSES - DIRECT WITH CONFIDENCE Each of my online courses come with a free 1:1 mentorship call with yours truly. Taking the Shadow course is the only way to win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details. Want to level up your commercial directing game? Use code "virtual" to take $50 off!
MAGIC MIND - MY MENTAL PERFORMANCE EXILIR Save hugely on Magic Mind with this link. — This link is the way.
Thanks,
Jordan
My cult classic mockumentary, "Dill Scallion" is online so I'm giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital. I've decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the donation will grow and grow annually. Thank you.
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