I’m an independent filmmaker, actor, writer, director, and podcast host based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Over the last several years, I’ve focused on creating feature films outside the traditional Hollywood system while building a platform through podcasting and independent media.

I’m an independent filmmaker, actor, writer, director, and podcast host based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Over the last several years, I’ve focused on creating feature films outside the traditional Hollywood system while building a platform through podcasting and independent media.

I produced and starred in the award-winning feature drama The Last Ryde and directed the comedy feature Thanksgiving, Again?!. My work has earned recognition at multiple film festivals, including acting and screenplay awards, and both films are now moving into streaming distribution.

In addition to filmmaking, I host The Jeff Macolino Podcast, where I interview guests from entertainment, business, sports, and other industries, along with weekly commentary episodes reacting to current events and media stories.

I enjoy conversations about filmmaking, acting, writing, entrepreneurship, podcasting, festival strategy, streaming distribution, creative risk-taking, and what it really takes to make projects happen independently. I’m especially passionate about showing that quality films and media can be created outside major studio systems with persistence, networking, and creativity.