SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking

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The SBP Podcast has published 217 full episodes and is the leading audio-only podcast exclusive to smartphone mobile filmmaking and video since 2017.

Podcast host, Susy Botello, is the writer, editor, producer, and composer for the podcast. Susy Botello and the SBP Podcast are on IMDb.

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March 2026 News for the Smartphone Filmmaking Community and all our listeners:

SBP is not gone but we have paused our podcasting temporarily. A message from host Susy Botello: The podcast has been a continuing work on my part to share the voice of mobile filmmakers who inspire each other to continue to make independent films using smartphone cameras. I've put a lot of personal time and work into this podcast and, as a real human being, have had to pause it in order to focus on certain things in my life that have taken a priority.

I have tons of respect for our listeners and subscribers, wherever you listen to the show. It's been tough during the economic times to continue to fund it out of my own pocket. The time and work it takes to administrate, produce and distribute the show is a reflection of the care I put into every single episode from scheduling guests, to recording, artwork, editing and distribution. It's been a work of love for this niche industry and the show tells the story of mobile film from its beginning through today. It's given a voice to many filmmakers and smartphone enthusiasts. Most importantly, it's inspired many to make movies with smartphone cameras that inspire the art of storytelling around the world, through film.

If you'd like to support me to help me fund the work and time to keep it going, you can do so on Patreon.

Fade In To Film (FITF) Our first episode was published July 18, 2023 with several recurring panelists.

Moving forward, FITF is re-establishing itself as a topics based discussion between host Susy Botello and featured guests. We continue our quest to bridge the gap between indie filmmakers and smartphone/mobile filmmakers on a positive light. The new edition of FITF began January 4, 2025 with episode 211.

S. Botello Productions™ has a publication called Smartphone Filmmaking on Medium.com in which we share articles for SBP and our podcast.

Like our logo? The caricature of Susy Botello was created by Keithan Jones, founder and creator of Kid Comics based in San Diego.

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REVIEWS:

5 stars: Everyone should get involved! “Hollywood’s big budgets has them overlooking so many wonderful stories. Mobile phones have given everyone the ability to share their stories and hone their craft on a very limited budget. Susy and her guests share their filmmaking stories and production ideas to get the masses involved. We all have a story and Susy is a wonderful advocate to help you share yours.” Celiac Foodie

5 stars: Film chat on the go about films on the go! "Great podcast with interesting and informative guests. Well worth a listen." CiaoHandy (United Kingdom)

5 stars: Very great podcast! "Very entertaining and I love to learn about new up and coming filmmakers!" QuincyF (USA)

5 stars: Fascinating stories "Lots of interesting people creating great films with a mobile device and Susy knows all of them." Ant Pruitt (USA)

5 stars: To the next generation of filmmakers "A show that inspires and shares the experience and knowledge of mobile filmmakers out there today." BlakeWorld (Germany)

5 stars: Great podcast "Fun and informative! Love what Susy is doing to promote accessible filmmaking for everyone world-wide!" Tracy HNG (USA)