Andy Nelson

With over 25 years of experience in film, television, and commercial production, Andy has cultivated an enduring passion for storytelling in all its forms. His enthusiasm for the craft began in his youth when he and his friends started making their own movies in grade school. After studying film at the University of Colorado Boulder, Andy wrote, directed, and produced several short films while also producing indie features like Netherbeast Incorporated and Ambush at Dark Canyon.

Andy has been on the production team for award-winning documentaries such as The Imposter and The Joe Show, as well as TV shows like Investigation Discovery’s Deadly Dentists and Nat Geo’s Inside the Hunt for the Boston Bombers. Over a decade ago, he started podcasting with Pete and immediately embraced the medium. Now, as a partner at TruStory FM, Andy looks forward to more storytelling through their wide variety of shows.

Throughout his career, Andy has passed on his knowledge by teaching young minds the crafts of screenwriting, producing, editing, and podcasting.

Outside of work, Andy is a family man who enjoys a good martini, a cold beer, a nice cup o’ joe. And always, of course, a great movie.

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Andy has hosted as well as been a panelist on a number of episodes.
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Actor Patrick Fabian on The Man Who Would Be King • Movies We Like • Season 5 Episode 8

Actor Patrick Fabian on The Man Who Would Be King

March 18, 2024

Actor Patrick Fabian, star of Better Call Saul and The Last Exorcism, joins us to talk about his career and one of his favorite movies – John Huston’s brilliant adventure film from 1975, The Man Who Would Be King.

The Next Reel • Season 13 • Series: 1998 NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Motion Picture Nominees • Soul Food

Soul Food

March 14, 2024

We wrap up our series covering the 1998 NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Motion Picture Nominees with George Tillman Jr.’s Soul Food. Does he deliver the sentimental and heartwarming family drama he intended? And how hungry does it make us? Tune in!

Hot Podding it and Getting Cozy with Networks

March 11, 2024

Andy and Pete talk through some of the highlights from the most recent Hot Pod event in Brooklyn, why podcasting isn’t dying, and how networks make podcasting easier.

The Next Reel • Season 13 • Series: 2002 Film Independent Spirit Awards Best Cinematography Nominees • The American Astronaut

The American Astronaut

March 11, 2024

We kick off our series looking at the 2002 Film Independent Spirit Awards Best Cinematography Nominees, starting with Cory McAbee’s quirky scifi western musical “The American Astronaut.” Strange little film but one that immediately captivated both of us. Tune in!

The Next Reel • Season 13 • Series: 1998 NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Motion Picture Nominees • Love Jones

Love Jones

March 7, 2024

We continue our 1997 NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress nominees series with a conversation about Theodore Witcher’s only film, Love Jones. Is it a first film with questionable casting decisions, unbelievable dialogue, and badly paced editing? Or is it a good example of what romantic comedy dramas are supposed to be with enjoyable characters and a great ending?

Finding the Elusive Podcast Voice

March 4, 2024

How do you find your podcast identity? Plus, updates on AI transcription, YouTube Music RSS mysteries, and the latest from Apple Podcasts.

Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and Movements

Welcome to Cinema Scope!

March 4, 2024

Thanks for checking out Cinema Scope! This new film podcast looks at a different genre, subgenre or movement in each episode to help us all better understand them and how they all fit together in the cinematic family tree. Subscribe today!

The Next Reel • Season 13 • Series: Member Bonus • Spawn

Spawn • Member Bonus

February 29, 2024

The members have spoken and decided that, instead of a good film with real possible options for an alternate 1998 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Lead Actress, we should talk about Mark A.Z. Dippé’s Spawn, based on Todd MacFarlane’s comics. Poor Theresa Randle. Still, it makes for a fun conversation!

The Next Reel • Season 13 • Series: 1998 NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Motion Picture Nominees • Jackie Brown

Jackie Brown

February 29, 2024

We continue our series looking at the nominees at the 1998 NAACP Image Awards for Oustanding Lead Actress, this time delving into our first Quentin Tarantino film on the show, his fantastic Jackie Brown. Lots to love and lots to discuss!

AI in Podcasting: The Robot Revolution That’s Not So Scary

February 26, 2024

This week, we’re checking in on how artificial intelligence is transforming our podcast production workflow. We know concerns about AI abound. But we aim to thoughtfully explore how — when used judiciously — AI tools can help us work more efficiently without compromising quality or our own creative voices. Transcribing remains an area where AI…