When the money leaves, how does the art stay?

In an industry that has seen an 80% contraction in Hawaii since 2019, local creators aren't waiting for a Hollywood green light. Join host Robert Moore, live from the set of the indie film STAINED.

In this episode, we sit down with Sebastian Williams, the project’s Social Media Manager and Content Producer. We dive into how this Honolulu filmmaking community is navigating high costs through a "barter and brotherhood" system—trading gear, time, and talent to keep local stories alive. From the "shared locker" mentality to reaching a creative "flow state" without a traditional paycheck, Sebastian shares why "showing up" is the most powerful tool a filmmaker has.

Survival & Storytelling in Honolulu

The Shot List dives into the creative, the technical, and the profoundly human side of life. Hosted by Robert Moore, we interview artists, innovators, and educators about their craft and the ethical practices that sustain their passion. Explore the philosophy behind successful instruction, the necessity of professional longevity, and the transformative power of shifting the focus from deficit to difference. Today, I interview Special Education professional Regina Smith, whose career background includes behavioral specialist roles in both home-based therapy and hospital inpatient treatment, who recently detailed her philosophy on effective teaching and self-care.

Special Education Teacher Frames Self Care as Ethical Mandate for Professional Longevity

RM POTOGRAPHY & FILM

My name is Robert Moore, I am a Photographer, Cinematographer, and an aspiring Journalist based in Honolulu, Hawaii. 

Robert Moore Jr

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