Not your average podcast. Each week, I host conversations with interesting & impactful filmmakers, music artists, composers, and creatives/influencers, as well as other thought leaders and culture changers. You get a front-row seat to their stories.
In this episode of Conversations with Daron Jenkins, Daron sits down with Gregory Q. Jenkins, Founder of Quentasia Studios, for an insightful deep dive into the evolving landscape of creative production, storytelling, and independent media.
Gregory shares his journey building Quentasia Studios, breaking down what it takes to launch a creative venture from the ground up and maintain artistic integrity in a fast-changing industry. Together, Daron and Gregory discuss the power of intentional narrative building, navigating the business side of production, and practical strategies for empowering the next generation of independent storytellers.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The origin story behind Quentasia Studios and its core mission.
How independent creators can bridge the gap between vision and execution.
Key insights on navigating creative production and media leadership today.
Strategies for building long-term value and ownership in creative projects.
Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, producer, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation offers an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at how to build a lasting mark in media today.
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4 Sept 2026
#118 - Brian Gilleece, Actor - Apple+ TV's "Sugar"
Brian Gilleece shares his acting career journey, from landing early roles to navigating the realities of Hollywood auditions.
Actor Brian Gilleece joins Daron Jenkins on this podcast to discuss the nuances of working in the entertainment industry. They explore the specific challenges of booking work in a competitive field, offering a candid look at the persistence required to sustain a career on screen. Whether you are an aspiring performer or a film enthusiast, this conversation provides a grounded perspective on the life of a working actor.
Throughout the interview, Gilleece recounts his experiences, breaking down his professional path and sharing what it takes to secure consistent roles. This discussion is essential for anyone interested in the practical side of acting beyond the red carpet.
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8 Aug 2026
#117 - Marta Svetek, Actress "Savage Prey"
Slovenian actress starring in global video game franchises and the indie film scene in the UK and the US. Loves stunts, swords, and horses!
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#51 - Chief Story Engineer of #GoBeyond, Jenn Halweil
Published 29 Jul 2022 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Regardless of whether it's true or not, I think it doesn't help you at all whatsoever. To play devil's advocate here, though, They found with VCs, like Harvard did this amazing study where they like analyzed all the questions women were getting in VC pitches and men were getting pitches. And overwhelmingly, men would be asked questions about their opportunity and women would be asked questions about their risk. And so that's part of the reason why women were getting, I think at the time of the study, it was like 3% of women-owned companies would raise VC capital, meaning no male partner at the table, just female-led companies. […]
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