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422 - David Parks - Producer of “The Short Game” - How to Tell Neurodiverse Stories, Mastering Distribution and Marketing, and the Birth of the New Indie Producer
This episode is brought to you by Anthropic. Claude is the AI for minds that don’t stop at good enough—it's the collaborator that actually understands your entire workflow and thinks WITH you, not for you. Sign up for Claude today and get 50% off your first three months of Claude Pro when you use our link – www.claude.ai/makeit
This episode is brought to you by Gusto. Gusto is online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. It’s all-in-one, remote-friendly, and incredibly easy to use—so you can pay, hire, onboard, and support your team from anywhere. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/makeit, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.
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Hello, Hello!
In this episode, we sit down with Producer and Director David Parks to dive deep into the journey of Indie filmmaking, the making of his feature film The Short Game, and the realities of bringing authentic neurodiverse stories to the screen. Through thoughtful discussion and entertaining anecdotes, the conversation unpacks the balance between creative vision and analytical decision-making, handling post-production setbacks, and the importance of continuous learning in the film industry. From distribution strategies to heartfelt family stories, this episode delivers both inspiration and practical wisdom for filmmakers and film lovers alike.
We also talk about:
- The role of Executive Producers and how their contributions go far beyond financial support, including resources and creative insight.
- The challenges and ingenuity behind filming sports scenes, especially on a tight indie budget, including iPhone cinematography tricks.
- Funny and formative prank stories shared by the hosts and guests, highlighting family dynamics and growing up.
- The evolution of golf in cinema, including a new Things We Should Know about the very first golf movies ever made.
- Favorite cheat day meals, with a spotlight on iconic Chicago deep dish pizza and the unique food culture of Adams Morgan in Washington, DC.
People, Places, Products, and Websites Mentioned:
The Short Game (feature film)
Full Cup (documentary)
Dirty Towel (short film)
Spring Fever
West of Broadway
Citizen Kane
Rocky
Raiders of the Lost Ark
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
The Sting
Spaceballs
Home Alone
Tin Cup
Caddyshack
The Legend of Bagger Vance
BarbieHeimer (referenced rollout)
Blazing Saddles
Super Troopers
David Parks
Kevin Ross (editor)
Frank Sansa (writer/producer)
Emma Parks (actress/filmmaker)
Lori Flori Lawrence (screenwriter)
Larry Boatright
Jordan Christensen
Ellen Gusenberg Kent
Dan Hagel
Bob Costas
Aiden Alexander
Ben Krieger
Martin Maxey
Jay Duplass
The Safdie Brothers
The Russo Brothers
Aaron Schneider
Tom Hanks
Jonathan Boeing
Rioville
Adams Morgan (DC)
Sherman TX
Bristol CT
Annapolis
Huntland TN
USC Film School
Syracuse University
Newhouse School
Peter Stark Producing Program (USC)
Wharton Business School
IE Business School
NBC Sports
Producers Guild Association
Google Workspace
Otter.ai
Claude Pro (Anthropic)
Gusto (payroll app)
GitHub
JIRA
HubSpot
Notion
Lou Malnati’s (Chicago pizza)
Jumbo Slice (Adams Morgan)
Armands Pizza
Homeless World Cup (soccer event)
Chocolate Martini
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. #MAKEIT
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Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-make-it-podcast/exclusive-content
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This episode is brought to you by Anthropic. Claude is the AI for minds that don’t stop at good enough—it's the collaborator that actually understands your entire workflow and thinks WITH you, not for you. Sign up for Claude today and get 50% off your first three months of Claude Pro when you use our link – www.claude.ai/makeit
This episode is brought to you by Gusto. Gusto is online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. It’s all-in-one, remote-friendly, and incredibly easy to use—so you can pay, hire, onboard, and support your team from anywhere. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/makeit, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.
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Hello, Hello!
In this episode, we sit down with Producer and Director David Parks to dive deep into the journey of Indie filmmaking, the making of his feature film The Short Game, and the realities of bringing authentic neurodiverse stories to the screen. Through thoughtful discussion and entertaining anecdotes, the conversation unpacks the balance between creative vision and analytical decision-making, handling post-production setbacks, and the importance of continuous learning in the film industry. From distribution strategies to heartfelt family stories, this episode delivers both inspiration and practical wisdom for filmmakers and film lovers alike.
We also talk about:
- The role of Executive Producers and how their contributions go far beyond financial support, including resources and creative insight.
- The challenges and ingenuity behind filming sports scenes, especially on a tight indie budget, including iPhone cinematography tricks.
- Funny and formative prank stories shared by the hosts and guests, highlighting family dynamics and growing up.
- The evolution of golf in cinema, including a new Things We Should Know about the very first golf movies ever made.
- Favorite cheat day meals, with a spotlight on iconic Chicago deep dish pizza and the unique food culture of Adams Morgan in Washington, DC.
People, Places, Products, and Websites Mentioned:
The Short Game (feature film)
Full Cup (documentary)
Dirty Towel (short film)
Spring Fever
West of Broadway
Citizen Kane
Rocky
Raiders of the Lost Ark
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
The Sting
Spaceballs
Home Alone
Tin Cup
Caddyshack
The Legend of Bagger Vance
BarbieHeimer (referenced rollout)
Blazing Saddles
Super Troopers
David Parks
Kevin Ross (editor)
Frank Sansa (writer/producer)
Emma Parks (actress/filmmaker)
Lori Flori Lawrence (screenwriter)
Larry Boatright
Jordan Christensen
Ellen Gusenberg Kent
Dan Hagel
Bob Costas
Aiden Alexander
Ben Krieger
Martin Maxey
Jay Duplass
The Safdie Brothers
The Russo Brothers
Aaron Schneider
Tom Hanks
Jonathan Boeing
Rioville
Adams Morgan (DC)
Sherman TX
Bristol CT
Annapolis
Huntland TN
USC Film School
Syracuse University
Newhouse School
Peter Stark Producing Program (USC)
Wharton Business School
IE Business School
NBC Sports
Producers Guild Association
Google Workspace
Otter.ai
Claude Pro (Anthropic)
Gusto (payroll app)
GitHub
JIRA
HubSpot
Notion
Lou Malnati’s (Chicago pizza)
Jumbo Slice (Adams Morgan)
Armands Pizza
Homeless World Cup (soccer event)
Chocolate Martini
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. #MAKEIT
All Links: https://beacons.ai/themakeitpodcast
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-make-it-podcast/exclusive-content
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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