Conversations with Daron Jenkins

In this episode of Conversations with Daron Jenkins, Daron sits down with Gregory Q. Jenkins, Founder of Quentasia Studios, for an insightful deep dive into the evolving landscape of creative production, storytelling, and independent media.

Gregory shares his journey building Quentasia Studios, breaking down what it takes to launch a creative venture from the ground up and maintain artistic integrity in a fast-changing industry. Together, Daron and Gregory discuss the power of intentional narrative building, navigating the business side of production, and practical strategies for empowering the next generation of independent storytellers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The origin story behind Quentasia Studios and its core mission.

• How independent creators can bridge the gap between vision and execution.

• Key insights on navigating creative production and media leadership today.

• Strategies for building long-term value and ownership in creative projects.

Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, producer, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation offers an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at how to build a lasting mark in media today.

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Brian Gilleece shares his acting career journey, from landing early roles to navigating the realities of Hollywood auditions.
Actor Brian Gilleece joins Daron Jenkins on this podcast to discuss the nuances of working in the entertainment industry. They explore the specific challenges of booking work in a competitive field, offering a candid look at the persistence required to sustain a career on screen. Whether you are an aspiring performer or a film enthusiast, this conversation provides a grounded perspective on the life of a working actor.
Throughout the interview, Gilleece recounts his experiences, breaking down his professional path and sharing what it takes to secure consistent roles. This discussion is essential for anyone interested in the practical side of acting beyond the red carpet.
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Slovenian actress starring in global video game franchises and the indie film scene in the UK and the US. Loves stunts, swords, and horses!

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Camilla Borghesani is a classically trained actress whose recent screen credits include "The Trek" and "Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day", in which she plays Cassandra Otway alongside Haley Bennett and Jack Whitehall. Following its UK premiere, "Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day" is set for U.S. release this fall. "The Trek", directed by Meekaaeel Adam, has also enjoyed a successful festival run, including a screening at the Raindance Film Festival.

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This week, Daron sits down with Jonathan Nicholas, a Director of Photography based in Austin, TX, whose camera has taken him to more than 25 countries. Jonathan's work has appeared on Netflix, NatGeo, ABC, NBC, Paramount+, Discovery Channel, Travel Channel, Science Channel, and History Channel.

His recent credits include the Netflix series America's Sweetheart: Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, WRESTLERS, and CHEER Season 2, plus national campaigns for Spectrum and Beef. It's What's For Dinner. His new feature film, DUE WEST, hits theaters this summer.

In this conversation, Jonathan breaks down what it takes to build a career behind the camera, encompassing narrative, documentary, and commercial work, and shares lessons learned from working with some of the industry's biggest names and brands.

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I sat down with Colin McIvor, the Director & Co-Writer of "No Ordinary Heist" - and he shared some nuggets about his creative process, shared some of how he became a filmmaker, and the heart behind the film. All of it.

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In this episode, Daron sits down with Danish author Luise Noring to discuss her political thriller Hidden — a story set in a New York City on the brink of civil war, following Saskia, a homeless mother who finds refuge in Grand Central Station as a hidden world of rebellion stirs beneath the city. Emotionally grounded and politically sharp, the novel explores poverty, injustice, and what ordinary people are willing to do when survival is at stake — and now, it's being brought to life on screen in collaboration with Malin Entertainment. Tune in for a conversation about the book, the film, and the real-world tensions that inspired it all.

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Rob Colletti joins Daron to talk about landing the role of Wapol — the tyrannical, chaos-fueled former king of Drum Kingdom — in Netflix's worldwide smash hit ONE PIECE. Rob gets real about the craft and what it means to land the role of a lifetime, finally.

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Actor Gigi Burgdorf joins Daron Jenkins for a candid conversation about her breakout role in Paramount's new comedy film sPreschool, directed by and starring Josh Duhamel. Gigi opens up about her journey from Baltimore to NYU's prestigious Tisch School of the Arts, her time training in classical theater in London, and how those roots shaped her work in Hollywood. She also reflects on her experiences on HBO's The Rehearsal with Nathan Fielder, The Perfect Couple with Nicole Kidman on Netflix, and Apple's Family Plan 2 with Mark Wahlberg. Whether you're a fan of her work or an aspiring actor looking for real talk about the industry, this episode is one you don't want to miss.

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Join Daron on this week's episode as he sits down with actress/director/writer Adlih Alvarado. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, as well as raised in Orlando Fl, and Madrid, Spain. Went to the New York Film Academy in Burbank, CA. Went to SFX makeup school in Spain. Love for video games, books, and films/TV. The middle child of 3 had to step up at a young age to help parents with the older sibling with epilepsy. First TV credit in 2022, "This is Us", most recent credit "All's Fair" (on Hulu). Catmom.

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