Jump into a laid-back episode of the Yeah Buddy! Podcast where Buddy Rahming and Bradon Larson chop it up about film festivals, indie strategy, festival wins, horror’s comeback. Buddy catches us up on rehearsals for a special comedy show he's been working and preparing for that. Brandon informs us that his short film 'Raven Motel' has been accepted into a new film festival. Buddy and Brandon discuss their thought processes on submitting for film festivals as indie filmmakers.

In our newest segment: Yeah Buddy or No Buddy, our hosts debate about hot topics going on in media and entertainment:

The two hosts play a game of Mount Rushmore: keep 4 cut 4 edition. Each hosts is given a category and has to create their Mount Rushmore by choosing to either keep or cut from a pool of eight random choices.

Grab your sweater, kick back, and let’s talk the biz like we’re hanging out — honest, funny, and full of real insider vibes. Listen to the Yeah Buddy! Podcast everywhere you listen to podcast. Like and subscribe to the Yeah Buddy!  Entertainment newsletter for exclusive news and discounts at www.yeahbuddyent.com 

On this exciting episode of the Yeah Buddy Podcast, Buddy Rahming introduces the newest co-host Sacramento comedian Kendrick Williams to the Yeah Buddy Podcast and catch up with returning co host Brandon Larson. Kendrick gives a glimpse into his journey in Stand up comedy including producing his own successful show, 'Kinfolk Comedy'. Buddy and Brandon talk about their recent experience participating in the Sactown Film Challenge Festival. Brandon's film 'End Program' took home the top prize at the festival. Buddy also gives an update on his new podcast studio and award winning short film 'Almost 30'.

In our newest segment: Yeah Buddy or No Buddy, our hosts debate about hot topics going on in media and entertainment:

Listen to the Yeah Buddy! Podcast everywhere you listen to podcast. Like and subscribe to the Yeah Buddy!  Entertainment newsletter for exclusive news and discounts at www.yeahbuddyent.com 

Buddy Rahming interviews producer and DGA member La Mar Stewart about his new Oakland-set series 50/50 Ball — a 10-episode sports drama focused on a former player turned coach, community collaboration, and a Seed&Spark proof-of-concept campaign. They discuss the show’s creative team, using Oakland as a character, working with local talent and organizations, Lamar’s career path from PA to DGA, and how listeners can support the project. Buddy and Lamar also share experiences working on movies like Fruitvale Station and San Andreas together. Tune into another exciting episode of the Yeah Buddy! Podcast.

Buddy Rahming and co-host Brandon Larson wrap up awards season with a lively recap of the Academy Awards, celebrating the local success of One Battle After Another and the big wins for Sinners. They share personal stories about being extras, the thrill of seeing the films win, and the standout moments from the ceremony.

Listeners get behind-the-scenes insights on casting, production, music, and campaigning, plus practical advice for actors and reflections on Northern California’s role in this year’s awards season.

On this episode of the Yeah Buddy podcast, host Buddy Rahming sits down with rising Bay Area actor Sedrick Cabrera to discuss his journey from San Jose State theater to major film sets.

They talk craft and teaching, memorable on-set moments (including Freaky Tales with Pedro Pascal), Sundance premieres, recent projects like Josephine and Dreams, and Sedrick's work giving back to his community.

Listen for career stories, festival highlights, and upcoming screenings.

Buddy Rahming sits down with actress and model Bailey Ann to trace her journey from dance and background roles to pursuing acting and modeling full-time, including UGC work, commercials, and lessons learned in LA.

They talk about networking, the Actors Awards experience, recent projects, and Bailey’s plans for podcasts, film, and voice work—an upbeat discussion of hustle, humor, and industry insight.

Host Buddy Rahming and co-host Brandon Larson take a deep dive into the Best Supporting Actress nominees for the Academy Awards, breaking down performances from Amy Madigan, Teyana Taylor, Wunmi Masaku, Elle Fanning, and Inge Ibstadter-Lejos.

They debate front-runners, campaign momentum, and the impact each nomination could have on the actors' careers while reflecting on awards season trends and what makes each performance memorable.

On this episode of the Yeah Buddy! Podcast, Buddy Rahming is joined by co-host Brandon Larson to give a breakdown of the leading and supporting actor Academy Award nominees.

Buddy and Brandon debate whether or not Timothee Chalamet is the still front runner to take home the Oscar for leading actor. Should Michael B Jordan's performance in Sinners be getting more attention from the awards shows?

The best supporting actor is a tough race. Delroy Lindo is our choice for the upset, but Sean Penn is making a late case to win. 

Plus, Buddy and Brandon give insight on what it takes to be the leading actor in an award winning movie from watching Leonardo DiCaprio's professionalism on the set of One Battle After Another.

Tune into another of the edition of 'One Buddy After Another' on this episode of the Yeah Buddy! Podcast.

Host Buddy Rahming welcomes actress, director and producer Tajianna Okechukwu to the Yeah Buddy podcast to share her journey from a childhood in the arts to a multifaceted career in the Bay Area film and theater scene.

Tajianna discusses early influences, film and theater education, work on commercials and features (including A24’s Earth Mama), and her experience navigating production roles while teaching arts education.

She outlines current projects — the short 2% (a personal triple-threat project), a social thriller in development, the episodic pilot Heritage — and celebrates her San Francisco Filmhouse residency and nonprofit Generation 510, which builds artist development and workforce pathways for Bay Area filmmakers.

Buddy Rahming and co-host Brandon Larson break down the Best Director nominees, debating Paul Thomas Anderson vs. Ryan Coogler while discussing Chloe Zhao, Josh Safdie, and Joachim Trier. They analyze direction, writing, box office impact, and memorable scenes.

Listen for behind-the-scenes stories from working on sets, thoughts on snubs, and candid predictions for the awards season as they pick winners and preview the next episode.