Episode 179 - Bonus: Hard Faith Festival New York - with Spencer Folmar In this special bonus episode, Your host Geoffrey Whitt  welcomes back filmmaker and producer Spencer T. Folmar, founder of Hard Faith Films and the Hard Faith Film Festival. They discuss the upcoming first regional Hard Faith Film Festival in New York City, the festival’s mission, and what attendees can expect from this exciting one-day event.Topics Covered:The growth and vision of the Hard Faith Film Festival, now in its third year in Hollywood and expanding to New York City.The mission of Hard Faith Films: telling raw, authentic stories that inspire transformation and faith.Details about the New York City regional festival:Date: Saturday, December 6thTime: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (doors open at 9:30 AM)Location: A block from Times Square, New York City30 official selections, including feature films, documentaries, TV episodes, and screenplaysTwo theaters for screenings, including full-length featuresWorkshops, pitch fest, and an award showAfter party sponsored by Hollywood Prayer NetworkSpecial Guests & Workshops:Jaclyn Whitt: Workshop on podcast guestingJoseph Holmes: Workshop on making your first feature film and keeping the film critic in mindNathan Clarkson: Workshop on authenticity in artJennifer Porrata: Workshop on acting and modeling careersChris Covell (Pinnacle Peak): Workshop on rewriting and developmentSpencer  Fulmar: Workshop on “Telling Stories That Liberate”Festival Theme:“In the Bleak Midwinter” – inspired by the Christmas hymn, reflecting the time of year and the spirit of the event. (No requirement for submissions to be Christmas-themed.)Schedule Highlights:Morning: Workshops and screenplay presentations (with interactive elements for screenwriters)Afternoon: More workshops, short film blocks, and feature screeningsPitch Fest: Opportunity to pitch story ideas to a panel of judges and a live audienceAwards Show: Top three winners in short film and screenplay categories, plus other awardsAfter Party: Networking and celebration at a local restaurantHow to Attend:Tickets available exclusively online at hardfaithfest.com or hardfaith.orgAdditional ticket add-on for Pitch Fest participationBuy tickets early due to high demand and limited seatingLinks & Resources:Listen to previous episodes with Spencer:Episode 133: “Hard Faith, Embracing Real Life in Storytelling”Episode 134: “Tackling R Rated Subject Matter”hardfaithfest.com / hardfaith.org for tickets and event infoFinal Thoughts:Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the Hard Faith Film Festival in the heart of New York City during the magical Christmas season. Whether you’re a filmmaker, screenwriter, or film enthusiast, there’s something for everyone!Edited By Geoffrey WhittThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film