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The MAKE IT PodcastAuthor: Chris Barkley & Nicholas Buggs
The MAKE IT podcast salutes the Indie Film Creative. Join us weekly for candid conversations with seasoned pros, offering advice, knowledge, and industry insights to fast-track the journey for aspiring film professionals. Discover inspiration and guidance tailored for your cinematic path. Enjoy the journey? Dive deeper at www.themakeitpodcast.com and follow us on Instagram and X @_makeitpodcast. Language: en Genres: Documentary, Film Interviews, Society & Culture, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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433 - Mark "Markiplier" Fischbach - His Journey from YouTube Creator to "Iron Lung" Box Office Success
Friday, 3 April, 2026
This episode is brought to you by Anthropic. Claude is the AI for minds that don’t stop at good enough—it's the collaborator that actually understands your entire workflow and thinks WITH you, not for you. Ready to tackle bigger problems? Sign up for Claude Pro when you use our link – www.claude.ai/makeitThis episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at www.shopify.com/makeit---Hello, Hello! In this episode, YouTube creator and filmmaker Markiplier (Mark Fischbach) joins us to discuss his journey from gaming content to theatrical filmmaking, particularly his successful horror film Iron Lung. The conversation explores his philosophy of continuous learning, the pivotal hospital moment that changed his career trajectory, and how he built an audience of 38+ million subscribers through authentic connection and creative risk-taking. Mark shares insights about wearing multiple filmmaking hats, the psychological pressure his crew felt making a feature film, and his experience attending the Academy Awards.We also talk about:• The importance of output over input when developing creative skills• How interactive YouTube projects taught him about audience psychology• Building crew relationships and knowing enough about each department to communicate effectively• The stigma around video game adaptations and why many fail• Why he'll continue making YouTube content alongside feature filmsPeople, Places, Products, and Websites Mentioned:DaVinci ResolveBlackmagic DesignIron LungAcademy AwardsYouTube OriginalsA Heist with MarkiplierIn Space with MarkiplierUnus AnnusMcKenna GraceFive Nights at Freddy'sCincinnati, OHMilford High SchoolFischbach, GermanyFinal Cut ProApple MotionWe are humbled to have a community of creatives who care deeply about our work. And your support makes our work possible. Every subscriber, rating, and review matters. So, if you like what we're doing, please consider subscribing, rating, or giving us a review. Cheers, and best of luck on your filmmaking journey. #MAKEITAll Links: https://themakeitpodcast.storeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
