Backstage at TENCROW Studios (BTS)

Backstage at TENCROW Studios (BTS) celebrates the creative spirit of Eastern North Carolina, exploring film, music, art, photography, technology, and the business of creativity. Each episode offers behind-the-scenes insights and conversations with local artists, filmmakers, musicians, and entrepreneurs. Tune in for inspiring stories, industry tips, and a closer look at the people and projects shaping our regional creative landscape.

Backstage at TENCROW Studios (BTS) is a tv podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Backstage at TENCROW Studios (BTS), a tv show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Bob Worden, esq. - Author (pt.3 Vietnam)

  Nov 13, 20251h 38mS1

  <p>Backstage at TENCROW Studios: The Vietnam War & The Cost of Miscalculation | Part 3 w/ Bob Worden</p><p>In this third installment of our ongoing series with mediator and historian Bob Worden, we explore the Vietnam War — one of the most controversial, painful, and politically complex conflicts in modern American history.</p><p>Drawing from his book How to Stop Wars and Save the World, Bob analyzes Vietnam the same way he would dissect a multi-party negotiation gone wrong: by examining motives, incentives, leadership decisions, and the points where peace was still possible.</p><p>Alongside host Mike McCoy—retired Spec...

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  Episode #9

  First Cut Productions

  Jul 10, 20251h 12mS1

  <p>🎙️ Episode 9: Building a Horror Film Community – First Cut Productions<br>In this episode of Backstage at TENCROW Studios, we sit down with Mark Bellinger and Christine Golden of First Cut Productions, the creative force behind the First Cut Horror Film Festival in Wilmington, NC. 🎬</p><p>Now entering its second year, the festival has quickly become a cornerstone for indie horror filmmakers—showcasing spine-tingling shorts from around the globe while spotlighting local talent with heart and humor. Mark and Christine talk about the origins of the festival, its explosive growth, their wildly creative award design, and how they’re building a dee...

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  Episode #8

  Bob Worden, esq. - Author (pt.2 The Civil War)

  Jul 3, 20251h 52mS1

  <p>Backstage at TENCROW Studios: How the Civil War Could’ve Been Avoided | Part 2 w/ Bob Worden</p><p>In this gripping Part 2 of our ongoing podcast series with mediator and historian Bob Worden, we dive deep into one of the most defining and misunderstood chapters in American history: the Civil War.</p><p>Using his experience as a mediator and former litigation strategist, Bob approaches history the same way he analyzes lawsuits—dissecting decisions, identifying missed opportunities for resolution, and asking: Could this war have been prevented?</p><p>Together with host Mike McCoy—retired Special Operations veteran and co-fou...

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  Episode #7

  Honey Head Films - Indie Filmmaking, Growth & Strategy

  Jun 25, 20251h 24mS11

  <p>🎙️ Backstage at TENCROW Studios | Episode 7 — Honey Head Films</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Kristi Ray and Erika Arlee of Honey Head Films, the powerhouse behind the award-winning indie feature A Song for Imogene. What begins as a conversation about their creative journey quickly evolves into a deep and candid discussion about building sustainable careers as filmmakers outside of Hollywood.</p><p>We talk about the magic of grassroots filmmaking, the power of trusting your gut when assembling a team, and what it really takes to make a micro-budget feature film — and then level up. Kristi and Erika...

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  Episode #6

  How to Fund a Film - Ross Campbell

  May 30, 20251h 34mS1

  <p>🎙️ Episode Title: Producing with Purpose: A Conversation with Ross Campbell of Wasted Potential Studios</p><p>In this episode of Backstage at TENCROW Studios, we sit down with producer, director, and industry strategist Ross Campbell, COO of Wasted Potential Studios and former head of Ark Entertainment. From childhood acting roles to international film financing, Ross brings a wealth of experience and candid insight into the business side of making movies — and the real work it takes to turn ideas into distribution-ready productions.</p><p>Ross shares how he transitioned from acting into producing, studying at Chapman University's creative producing program...

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