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Host Mike Wixson sits down with filmmaker, producer, writer, and musician Joel Stewart for a fascinating conversation on the future of Canada's film and television industry. From Winnipeg's rise as a major production hub to the challenges of streaming, AI, tax credits, and creative control, this episode pulls back the curtain on how movies actually get made in Canada.
Joel shares firsthand insights from his work in television and film, including the making of Souls Road, navigating distributors and streamers, and why authentic storytelling still matters in an age driven by algorithms and social media influence. The discussion also explores how productions are leaving Hollywood for places like Manitoba, Alberta, Georgia, and Texas, and what that means for Canadian crews and creators.
In this episode:
Why Winnipeg has become one of Canada's fastest-growing film hubs
How film tax credits attract productions across the country
The changing business model of Netflix and streaming platforms
Why theaters may be making a comeback with younger audiences
The impact of AI on filmmaking, writing, and production
How social media followers are influencing casting decisions
The realities of getting a movie financed and produced
Why great storytelling still beats technology
Behind-the-scenes stories from television and film production
What’s currently filming across Canada and what's coming next
Whether you're a filmmaker, movie fan, aspiring writer, or simply curious about the future of entertainment, this is a must-watch conversation about creativity, technology, and the business of storytelling.
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Host: Mike Wixson
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