Four accomplished local independent film professionals come together for the Making Your DIY Indie Film In Chicago panel, recorded at Camera Ambassador.

Matt Brown, Jim Vendiola, George Ellzey Jr. (Cottage Grove Productions), and Ryan Corrigan Whetsel (Full Spectrum Features) detail exactly what goes into producing an independent film in Chicago with limited resources, budget, and network.

The filmmakers share production stories from their own creative careers, weigh in on the strengths and shortcomings of Chicago's filmmaking industry, recommend local organizations and events for making film connections in the city, and more.

Lawrence and Marya Fletcher, Founder and Event Producer, respectively, of MOTOBLOT, guest on Dynasty Podcasts ahead of this year's festival.

The Fletcher detail the extensive journey dating back decades that led to the development of MOTOBLOT, and speak on bringing this year's festival, happening June 19th through the 21st on South Halsted St. from 35th St. to 37th St., to the Bridgeport neighborhood.

The Co-Founders also speak on the motorcycle culture in Chicago and detail the myriad of motorcycle events that happen year-round across the city, all in support of the city's rider communities.

Shore Club Chicago's Managing Partner Robbie Schloss guests on Dynasty Podcasts in an interview recorded at the beach club/restaurant's Oasis cabana section.

Schloss delves into everything Shore Club offers via its prime North Avenue Beach location, and emphasizes the importance of taking advantage of everything Chicago summer has to offer.

The Managing Partner also speaks on the origins of Shore Club, highlights the restaurant's new menu, reveals why Shore Club is the best view in the city for the Chicago Air and Water Show, and more.

Heidi Auvenshine, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Playpen Chicago, returns to Dynasty Podcasts in an interview recorded at The Metropolitan Club Chicago.

Auvenshine details her new venture, centered around facilitating professional events for business leaders on the water in Chicago. She outlines the lasting impact of team events or client outings on a boat on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, and explains why such an event would be memorable and valuable for executives, employees, and clients alike.

Dynasty Podcasts partners with the DePaul Music Business Organization (DMBO) for a live Social Media Branding For Artists & Creatives panel at Chicago Athletic Association, featuring Ally Hembree (Marketing Director at Audiotree), Sara Kolli (Network Producer at Lyrical Lemonade), Jim Slife (Specialist, Media and Content Strategy at SoundExchange), and panel co-host and DMBO Event Coordinator Anna Esper.

The Chicago music professionals speak on the role of authenticity in an artist’s social strategy, and the value of focusing on platforms that best amplify an artist’s unique brand and voice.

The panelists also weigh in on effective personal branding across social channels, emphasize the value of having a dedicated website even in the age of social media, speak to the the role editing plays in developing impactful digital content, and more.

Camila Vick, Founder and CEO at The.BlkRoom, guests on Dynasty Podcasts in an interview recorded at the Garfield Park creative studio.

Vick details the mission of The.BlkRoom and shares what the community space offers to Black and brown artists and creatives.

The entrepreneur also highlights the lack of resources and recognition for West Side Chicago businesses and talent, breaks down the four core pillars of The.BlkRoom’s live events, and speaks on the origins and objectives of The Bloom Residency.

Fei Tang, General Manager at Do312, and Dennis Larance, Chicago Editorial Photographer, talk photography, portfolios, and networking in the second of two Building A Digital Portfolio That Gets You Hired panels at Emily Hotel.

Tang and Larance speak on creating a portfolio that positions creators to work with their dream clients, and emphasize the impact of being visible as a creative in real life, as well.

The photographers also share best practices when working with challenging clients and advise on establishing a unique voice that comes across in a creative portfolio.

Jonathan King, Head of Growth at Quality Meats Creative, and Mikaela Kennaway, Art Director at Chicago Sky, share strategies and best practices in the first of two Building A Digital Portfolio That Gets You Hired panels at Emily Hotel.

Kennaway and King speak on what goes into developing a digital portfolio that stands out, and offer advice on avoiding common presentation and design mistakes. The panelists also detail how to showcase one’s best work and creative voice via a portfolio, advise on dealing with imposter syndrome, and weigh in on incorporating AI into a professional creative portfolio.

Geletka+ founder John Geletka returns to Dynasty Podcasts to speak on his agency’s 2026 client work.

Geletka breaks down the creative structure and storytelling behind campaigns for Geletka+ clients like Carbone Fine Foods, FreshFresh​, and It’s That Simple​, as well as Strip Club Photobooth Studio​, whose founders, Andrea and Anthony Vizzari​, recently guested on Dynasty Podcasts.

The agency owner also delves into the functionality of AI in his work, shares about his role as Brand & Creative Strategy Advisor at Uptales​, and more.

Michael Corrigan, Owner at MCPR, guests on Dynasty Podcasts in an interview recorded at Good Night John Boy.

Corrigan looks back at his career in public relations, and shares how he made the pivot from the agency and in-house client worlds to launching his own PR operation.

The PR professional also details the work he and his team are doing with clients like The Hand & The Eye, Color Factory, Bucket Listers, and more, and speaks on being deliberate with the client work MCPR takes on.