In this inaugural episode of the Next Gen Cinema Podcast, hosts Hunter Schwefringhaus and Ian Wald, both high school film educators, discuss their backgrounds, the challenges and joys of teaching filmmaking, and the importance of student filmmaking. They outline the structure of their podcast, share quick tips for aspiring filmmakers, and provide updates on their classroom projects. The episode emphasizes the value of planning in filmmaking and the unique perspectives that student filmmakers bring to the art form.