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Episode 32 - Darrell Snedeger on Becoming Mr. X May 22, 2025

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In this episode of PassionPod, producer Carlos Velasco and Passionflix CEO and Founder, Tosca Musk, interview Darrell Snedeger, who plays Mr. X in 'The Black Dagger Brotherhood' series. They discuss Darrell's transformation into his villainous character, his experiences on set and his interactions with co-stars. They also touch on the unique challenges and joys of working on such an intense project, the fan community's excitement and the process of filming complex fight scenes.

To see Darrell in action, be sure to tune on for The Black Dagger Brotherhood's release on June 5th, exclusively on Passionflix!

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Unraveling Tangled: A Virtual Q&A with Cast & Creatives May 08, 2025

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In this never-before-released Q&A session recorded in December 2022, the cast and crew of Passionflix's film adaptation of 'Tangled' come together for a virtual premiere discussion. The participants include Lauren (Director of Development), Ali (Director of Marketing and PR), Tosca (Founder and CEO of Passionflix), Emma Chase, the author of 'Tangled,' Traci Hays (Director), and cast members Josh Plasse, Katherine Hughes, Cameron Jebo, Katherine Barber and Ruben Caballero. Emma shares the inspiration behind her book and the transition from writing to the male perspective, while Traci and the cast discuss the challenges and highlights of bringing the story to screen. The cast members reflect on their favorite scenes, the challenges of intimate scenes, and the camaraderie on set. The episode wraps up with fan questions and the announcement of the film's release.

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Episode 31 - Editing Magic: Margie Goodspeed's Vision for the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' Apr 24, 2025

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In this episode of PassionPod, Ali Whitaker (Head of Marketing and Publicity) and Tosca Musk (Founder and CEO of Passionflix) welcome Margie Goodspeed, the Head of Creative Post-Production at Passionflix. Margie joins us to talk all about her editing work on the first season of the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' (releasing June 5th on PassionFlix).

In their intro, Tosca shares details of her recent vacation in France and discusses her ongoing work on the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' series, including her initial script readings (of season 2!) and additional visual effects on Season 1. Ali then shares her experience attending ApollyCon and getting to share the works of JR Ward with a brand-new audience!

Margie then joins to discuss post-production process of the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood', highlighting how she managed the series' extensive scope and her evolving collaboration with Tosca. They delve into the distinctive editing and directing challenges, especially for fight scenes and deep emotional moments, and the role of music in enhancing the narrative. The episode concludes with fond memories and anecdotes from the making of previous Passionflix projects (highlighting 'Hollywood Dirt'), emphasizing their personalized approach and collaboration that drive the company's success.

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Passionista Q&A Episode: Accidental Cuddles Apr 17, 2025

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Welcome to our special, fan-interaction episode!

In this episode of PassionPod, our hosts (Tosca, Lauren & Ali) interact with you, the fans, through user-submitted voicemails and emails! They answer questions about how Passionflix selects books to adapt, upcoming films this year and the overall behind-the-scenes process behind creating Passionflix movies and TV series. They discuss their favorite book tropes, genres, and specific romance novels they love. The team shares personal anecdotes about gifts from fans, including fan art and heartfelt messages.

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Episode 29 - ApollyCon, ‘Beauty from Pain’ & ‘Royally Screwed’ Apr 10, 2025

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk (Founder & CEO of Passionflix), Lauren (Director of Development) and Ali (Head of Marketing and Publicity) discuss recent projects and events. They talk about finalizing the color timing and visual effects for 'Black Dagger Brotherhood,' progress on the title sequence music as well as the development of various poster designs. Ali shares her April Fool's prank she played on Lauren and the Passionflix fans via Instagram through the announcement of 'Passionflix Goes PG'. The team discusses preparations for Apollycon, a multi-day author event in DC, hosted by ‘Brave’ author, Jennifer L. Armentrout. And in exciting news, ‘Black Dagger Brotherhood’ actor, Andrew Biernat as well as author, JR Ward, will both be attending ApollyCon as well! Next our hosts reveal details about upcoming projects like 'Beauty from Pain' (starting production soon in Australia) and answer fan questions about the highly anticipated 'Royally Screwed’ (from author Emma Chase) as well as their favorite book boyfriends from different eras.

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Episode 28 - Carlos Velasco: AD & Producer for 'The Black Dagger Brotherhood' Apr 03, 2025

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk (CEO and founder of Passionflix) and Ali Whitaker (Head of Marketing and Publicity) update us on the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood,' post-production, highlighting the progress with color timing and poster designs. Special guest Carlos Velasco (1st AD & Producer) shares his experiences managing logistics on set, coordinating scenes and maintaining calm during production. They also discuss the camaraderie among cast and crew, the importance of promoting women in the film industry, and memorable moments from various shoots, including 'Gabriel's Redemption', 'Wallbanger' & the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood'. The episode underscores the collaborative effort behind their projects and their dedication to bringing your favorite beloved book series to life on the screen!

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Rewind & Reflect: Part 2 - Tosca Talks, PassionCon & Black Dagger Brotherhood Mar 27, 2025

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In this episode, hosts Lauren Olsen, Ali Whitaker and Tosca Musk of Passionflix dive into discussing 'Tosca Talks', PassionCon and the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood'. The trio talk all about the conception and adventures of 'Tosca Talks,' highlighting memorable experiences like ghost tours with Jennifer L. Armentrout and crab catching in Key West with Alessandra Torre. They also share details about PassionCon Puerto Rico and current plans to scout for locations for future events. The episode wraps up with what we've all been waiting for... an in-depth discussion on the casting process, production experiences and fan reactions to the upcoming 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' series!

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Passionflix Rewind & Reflect: Part 1 Mar 20, 2025

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk, Founder and CEO of Passionflix, and Lauren Olsen, Director of Development, reboot the podcast with a new professional setup. They discuss the transition from Zoom recordings, potential for on-the-road podcasts & interviews, and introduce new fan interaction initiatives. The hosts review recent film releases including the conclusion of the 'Gabriel's Redemption' trilogy, 'Wallbanger', 'The Air He Breathes', 'A Man's Promise', 'A Lover's Vow', and 'Lick'. They delve into casting decisions, on-set experiences, and collaboration with female directors. The episode wraps up with a sneak peek into upcoming projects and a promise for more engaging content in the next episode.

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Episode 25: PassionCon, 7 Minutes, Tosca Talks & more! Jul 03, 2023

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In this episode of PassionPod, Lauren, Ali & Tosca discuss various updates and exciting news for Passionflix! They reminisce about early (and sometime hilarious) customer service experiences and give an update on PassionCon, including their memorable trip to Puerto Rico. The team mentions the upcoming PassionCon featuring authors like Laurelin Paige and Kristen Proby, and actors like Giulio Berruti. They talk about recent events such as the Gabriel’s Redemption premiere in London and a brand-new show called Seven Minutes. They also announce upcoming projects including a new talk show, Tosca Talks! Additionally, they focus on the importance of subscriptions, emphasizing the negative impact of pirated content on their production capabilities and introduce various ways for fans to watch content for free or through subscription.

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Passionflix's Year-End Roundup 2022 Dec 07, 2022

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Welcome to our Passionflix 2022 Year-End Roundup! In this episode, Ali (Director of Marketing and PR), Lauren (Director of Development), and Tosca (Founder and CEO), discuss their recent relocation to Georgia and their long-awaited return to the PassionPod. They share their latest reads, including 'A Merry Little Meet Cute' by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone, and 'Booked On a Feeling' by Jayci Lee. The team provides updates on upcoming film projects like 'Gabriel's Redemption' and 'Wait with Me', and discuss their experience filming in historical locations in Europe. They also touch on the new series adaptation, 'The Secret Life of Amy Bensen', which will premiere in December. Thanks for listening and Happy Holiday Season! On to 2023!

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