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  • #312: Top 5 Live-Action TV Characters
    Compelling characters in television are one of the core elements to a successful television show. At times, these characters feel like close friends or family that we will miss when their respective shows come to an end. Derek breaks down why they are so beloved and lists his top five characters from live-action television series.

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    34 min
  • #311: Sibel Guvenc

    Derek is joined by filmmaker Sibel Guvenc to discuss the lessons she has learned from attending various festivals, what made her want to leave the steel industry to work in film, the making of her short, “End of the Rope”, some of her upcoming projects, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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    Twitter: @sibelguvencfilm

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    38 min
  • #310: Nestor Carbonell and Shannon Kenny Carbonell
    Nestor Carbonell and Shannon Kenny Carbonell join the podcast to chat with Derek about the inspiration behind Shannon’s new book, “All Is Not Lost”, the struggles of work-life balance in the film industry, and how the pandemic has changed filmmaking. They also talk about why they wanted to pursue careers as actors, techniques they’ve learned throughout their careers, what Shannon ultimately learned about herself after writing her book, and their upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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    49 min
  • #309: Aileen Sheedy PLUS The Best (and Worst) Video Game Movies
    With the release of the new “Mortal Kombat” film, Derek gives his thoughts on some of his favorite (and least favorite) video game movies (3:35). Plus, Derek is joined by filmmaker Aileen Sheedy to discuss the making of her short film “The Legend of Stella”, why she wanted to work in the film industry, the advantages of being a writer-director, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (20:03).

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    48 min
  • #308: Nick Smith PLUS 2021 Oscars Reactions
    After 15 months, the Oscars have returned. Derek breaks down his thoughts on the production of the ceremony, the controversial ending, and theorizes on what the Academy could have done instead of a traditional awards show (1:05). Plus, Derek is joined by filmmaker Nick Smith to discuss the making of his short film “Ask Astrid”, dealing with Covid-19 protocols while filming, why the Emerald Coast has a great film community, his work on “The Referral” and “Zombeez”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (26:35).

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    54 min
  • #307: What’s Wrong with the Oscars? PLUS Top 5 ‘90s Movies
    Have the Oscars lost their appeal to fans of film? Derek gives his reasons why he’s not too excited about this weekend’s Academy Awards, how he thinks the ceremony has lost its appeal, what he would do to improve it, and how he compares the Oscars to pro wrestling (0:48). Plus, the Top 5 returns as Derek lists his Top 5 Movies from the ‘90s (10:26)!

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    31 min
  • #306: Mark Tompkins, Kate Dalton, Adam Weber & Derek James Elstro PLUS Everyone Hates John Walker
    Derek gives his thoughts on the phenomenal job that Wyatt Russell has done in bringing the John Walker character to life, and what the name “Captain America” truly means (0:52). Plus, Derek is joined by writer-director and stars of “Warmed-Over Krautrock,” Mark Tompkins, Kate Dalton, Adam Weber and Derek James Elstro. They discuss the inspiration behind the film and how it speaks to different types of creatives (16:03).

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    57 min
  • #305: Christopher Soren Kelly and Jessica Graham PLUS Why Godzilla vs. Kong Rocks
    “Godzilla vs. Kong” is the first major blockbuster movie of 2021. Derek breaks down his thoughts on the film, why it’s exactly what it needs to be, the “SnyderVerse” fans allegedly trying to sabotage the film with bad reviews, and the use of his hometown of Pensacola in the movie (0:39). Plus, Derek is joined by writer-director and stars of “The Tangle,” Christopher Soren Kelly and Jessica Graham. They discuss the inspiration behind the film, how they were able to manage their various roles in the project, the biggest lessons they learned from working on the film, what made them want to work in the industry, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (14:47).

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    48 min
  • #304: Ask Derek Anything
    To celebrate seven years of "The Derek Diamond Experience", Derek hosts a special "Ask Me Anything" live show. Among the topics discussed are his thoughts on “Zack Snyder’s Justice League”, the news of “Black Widow” being delayed yet again, his excitement for the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” series, some of his most anticipated movies of 2021, how much time he spends on his hair every morning, and how he feels about being engaged.

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    44 min
  • #303: Laura Hall Revisited

    This week, Derek looks back at his conversation with musician Laura Hall!

    (Note: This originally aired as Episode #123 of The Derek Diamond Experience on October 20, 2016)

    Musician Laura Hall chats with Derek about growing up around the music/improv scene in Chicago, working as a waitress at The Second City, her time on the hit comedy show Whose Line is it Anyway?, her band The Sweet Potatoes, her book The Improv Comedy Musician, her other projects, and more!

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    42 min

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Award-winning filmmaker, content creator and podcaster Derek Diamond explores the intricate journey of overcoming adversity and struggles through open discussions on topics like dealing with anxiety,…