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Today, Liberated Syndication Inc. (“Libsyn”), the leading podcasting platform for creators and advertisers, announced an exclusive, multi-year advertising partnership with The Jamie O & Mason Ho Show. Hosted by legendary surfers Jamie O’Brien and Mason Ho, the podcast offers an engaging mix of interviews with top surfers, musicians, comedians, YouTubers, and extreme sports athletes.

Jamie and Mason bring their lifelong friendship and unique perspectives to every episode. Growing up on the North Shore of Oahu, they’ve shared countless adventures both on and off the waves. Their podcast delivers incredible stories and plenty of laughs from the world’s legendary surfers, while reflecting on their upbringing on Hawaii’s North Shore, creating an entertaining and informative experience for listeners.

“Surfing is all about breaking boundaries, and teaming up with Libsyn allows us to share that inspiration with fans worldwide,” said Jamie O’Brien. “On the Jamie O & Mason Ho Show, we’ll talk story.

Short Circuit, Singapore's First LGBT Film Festival, announced today that it would be returning with its highly anticipated seventh edition – Short Circuit 7. Held on the 21st October 2023 at The Projector, the event promises to celebrate diversity, artistry and a nod of support to the LGBTQ+ community.

Featuring a diverse line-up of eleven short films by Singaporean filmmakers, the festival, which was established in 2006, explores a wide range of themes such as love, identity, resilience and acceptance. This year, the programme will also include a host of engaging panel discussions and interactive Q&a sessions with the filmmakers themselves.

Held in support of The T Project and Oogachaga, all proceeds from the festival will be dedicated to creating a more inclusive and affirming society for queer individuals. The funds will be used to aid The T Project, as it continues its efforts to provide social services, such as shelter, support and...

by Nathaniel R

In November this year a few of us here at The Film Experience had the pleasure of attending the HollyShorts festival virtually. Shorts festivals are a great way to catch exciting talent on the rise. My favourite of the shorts I screened was a drama on the very tough topic of school shootings called 1,2,3, All Eyes on Me by debut filmmaker Emil Gallardo. Gallardo won the top prize at HollyShorts and with it Oscar consideration, attention from managers, and a HBO Directing Fellowship. He's also working on a feature now with his writing partner Derek Ho.

But success wasn't as instant as it sounds. He worked for years as a Production Assistant and Assistant Director starting in the Aughts before opting for film school himself. He humorously compares himself to a fish and the set to a fish bowl; if he's not there he's just squriming around -- Plop him back in!