NYFA Podcasts

New York Film Academy believes that inspiration, artistic vision, and technical knowledge are as important as being an innovator in the industry. The Backlot podcast aims to offer our students and you, the listener, expert insight into the film and entertainment industry through top notch instructors and A-list guests. Each episode features a different guest who will share the knowledge they have acquired through experience to provide valuable advice and discuss varying perspectives relating to the world of filmmaking.

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Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood

In this podcast episode, New York Film Academy sits down with Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood as they discuss auditions, comedy, and their comedic partnership. Listen to this episode of The Backlot now!

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Craig Caton Largent

In this podcast episode, New York Film Academy sits down with Visual Effects pioneer Craig Caton Largent. His career has spanned decades and includes classics like Jurassic Park, Terminator 2, How to Train Your Dragon 2, Tremors and oh yeah, he's also NYFA's Chair of 3D Animation.

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Riverdale’s Casey Cott and Ashleigh Murray

In this podcast episode, New York Film Academy sits down with two of the stars of the smash hit "Riverdale," Casey Cott and Ashleigh Murray. Listen as they speak about what it takes to get a role and keep it in today's film and tv industry.