About this podcast
Welcome to Hit-N-Record!
I'm Keno Manuel, a filmmaker passionate about exploring the stories of creative minds and sharing their journeys with you. On this channel, you'll find authentic, inspiring conversations with innovative creators from filmmaking, photography, and beyond.
Every episode, I sit down with local creatives to dig into their successes, challenges, and the lessons that shaped their paths. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, an entrepreneur, or someone who loves personal growth, Hit-N-Record is here to spark your creativity and motivate you to achieve your goals.
Subscribe and become a part of the Hit-N-Record community—new episodes drop twice a month on Spotify and YouTube.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 26 episodes
- From Immigrant Stylist To Six-Figure Coach: Resilience, Motherhood, And Mindset with Tania Crawford · 1 h 47 min · Season 1 Episode 25We explore belonging, reinvention, and confidence with Tania Crawford, from immigrant beginnings and divorce to building a luxury stylist brand and coaching high performers. Hair…
- Sean Murphy: A Photographer’s Journey Through Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption · 1 h 50 min · Season 1 Episode 24A single moment in a darkroom changed everything. Watching an image rise from the chemicals, Sean Murphy felt something he hadn’t tasted in years: control, purpose, momentum…
- What Loss Can Teach Us About Leadership, Legacy, and Living With Purpose with Shantelle Dedicke · 1 h 44 min · Season 1 Episode 23When grief hits hard, we stopped trying to “super heal” and asked a different question: what if we didn’t outwork it—what if we listened? That single shift changed everything…
- "I Found My Voice Four Years Ago" | Stepping Into Her Own Story as a Wedding Photographer with Autumn Phillips · 1 h 25 min · Season 1 Episode 22What happens when a photographer’s journey becomes a story of self-discovery? In this episode, Autumn Phillips opens up about her path from questioning her identity as an adopted…
- "Hemophilia shaped my life. Storytelling gave it purpose." | Patrick James Lynch's Filmmaker Journey · 1 h 27 min · Season 1 Episode 21When Patrick James Lynch's brother died from complications of hemophilia just weeks before Patrick’s college graduation, everything changed. What followed wasn’t just grief, but…
- "Visibility Could Have Saved Me" | Empowering Marginalized Communities with Smoke Breaks Actors · 1 h 54 min · Season 1 Episode 20This episode delves into the transformative power of theater as a medium for healing and self-discovery. Our guests share their personal stories of navigating identity…
- "Time Is The Most Valuable Resource You Have" | The Impact of Love on Creativity with Entreprenuer and Actress Megan Caulfield · 1 h 40 min · Season 1 Episode 19Ever wondered how creativity can be a powerful tool for healing and personal growth? Join us on a heartfelt exploration of how life's abrupt changes, like personal loss, can…
- "Life Is Too Short To Not Take The Leap" | From Foster Care to Social Media Agency: Katie Anderson on Resilience, Breaking Barriers, and Building Purpose · 1 h 26 min · Season 1 Episode 18Ever wondered what it takes to transition from retail management to spearheading your own social media empire? Join us as we highlight Katie Anderson's inspiring journey from…
- "Why True-To-Life Photos Are Timeless" | Photography with Nathan Saczynski · 2 h 13 min · Season 1 Episode 17What does it take to transform a passion into a thriving career? Journey with us as we uncover the inspiring story of Nathan Saczyinski. Nathan's path began in an unexpected…
- "If You Want To Be A Filmmaker, Show Up And Do The Work Every Day." | Unlock Filmmaking Success with Daily Commitment and Strong Leadership with Chris Jadallah · 1 h 25 min · Season 1 Episode 16Join us as Chris Jadallah, owner of Calliope Films, takes us on a captivating journey through the filmmaking landscape, sharing his personal experiences and the lessons he…
- "Creating A Space For Difficult Conversations Leads To The Most Impactful Art." | Lessons from "Smoke Breaks" Filmmaker William Mettlach · 2 h 23 min · Season 1 Episode 15How can therapy transform the way we write stories? In this episode, we explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence and therapeutic insights on the art of…
- "Photography healed me by capturing others' love stories." | A Transformative Journey with Annika Do · 1 h 46 min · Season 1 Episode 14How does one turn a simple digital camera into a tool for personal transformation? Join us as Annika Dobranina shares her incredible journey from mundane jobs to becoming a…
- "Your follower count is meaningless—what really matters is the substance you create." | The Digital Landscape with Writer River Jack · 1 h 44 min · Season 1 Episode 13Ever felt disheartened when your meticulously crafted content didn’t get the engagement you hoped for? Join us as we explore the highs and lows of being a digital content creator…
- "After 7 Drafts, I Finally Knew It Was Good Enough" | Navigating the Creative Journey with Abe Knapp · 2 h 5 min · Season 1 Episode 12Ever wondered how creatives keep their passion alive amidst the pressures of the industry? Join us as we sit down with a phenomenal artist who has navigated the highs and lows of…
- "Every Project Is An Opportunity For Greatness" | Crafting Stories Through Music with Brooks Leibee · 1 h 50 min · Season 1 Episode 11Unlock the secrets of film music and storytelling with Brooks Leiby, a multi-talented filmmaker and media composer. Brooks takes us on a remarkable journey from his early…
- "There's No Such Thing As Bad Photos" | Capturing Memories and Navigating Creative Ethics with Photographer Jim Clark · 2 h 8 min · Season 1 Episode 10What if you could capture the essence of a moment, preserving it for generations to come? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented photographer Jim Clark, who shares…
- Living with Grief and Fatherhood with Quinn Erwin · 3 h 16 min · Season 1 Episode 9Have you ever considered the symphony of experiences that compose a life? This episode is a moving narrative, featuring Quinn Erwin, an artist whose music is as much about the…
- Walking the Talk as a Professional Model with Summer Eisenman · 2 h 0 min · Season 1 Episode 8On today's episode, Summer takes us on her journey into her personal life and career as a professional model. We go into her tips and tricks for modeling, what inspires her as…
- Mastering Makeup Artistry with Anhelina Sira · 1 h 27 min · Season 1 Episode 7On today's episode, we dive into Anhelina Sira's personal life and career experiences as a makeup artist. We go into her Ukrainian history, tips and tricks for aspiring MUA's…
- The REAL Magic Trick Behind Visual Effects with Danny Joseph · 1 h 54 min · Season 1 Episode 6On today's episode, we dive into Danny Joseph's journey in his career as a visual effects artist. We go into how we met, the importance of finding clarity and direction, and tips…
