Tungsten Originals Podcast
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsTungsten Originals is a multi-media production company that celebrates independent filmmakers. Our podcast bridges the gap between indie filmmaking and Hollywood by interviewing filmmakers, from upcoming creators to established professionals.
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80: Making Materna w/ Writer & Director David Gutnik
August 16, 2021 12:33 - 1 hour - 59 MBThis week we're joined by David Gutnik, writer and director of Materna, which won best actress and best cinematography at Tribeca and makes its online debut this week. We discussed filmmaking as a form of therapy, the hardest parts about making a feature debut, and his advice for upcoming directors. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Materna Showtimes David's Website Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
79: Join the Conversation w/ Writer & Director Alexandra Pechman
August 09, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBWriter and director Alexandra Pechman joins us to discuss how her career as a magazine writer led to her career as a filmmaker, her short film Thumb, which is premiering at Fantasia August 10th and 12th, and her latest short film Sleep, which won her a grant from the organization the Future of Film is Female. Links below: Checkout the video version on our YouTube channel! Alexandra: Thumb Premiere Tickets Website Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: ...
78: To the Limits w/ Director Ned Cooper
July 19, 2021 15:25 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBWriter and director Ned Cooper joins us to discuss his recent short film Hammer: how he helped his lead actor go through an intense physical transformation, the ways in which his crew were pushed to their limits, and why he thinks it’s this film that finally made him a director. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Ned: Instagram Vimeo Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
77: Build a World w/ Writer Quinn McHugh Fluet
June 28, 2021 13:26 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBWriter & director Quinn McHugh Fluet joins us to discuss his recent short film Singularity, how he combines world-building sci-fi with intimate human stories, and his work as the editor for this podcast. Links below: Checkout the video version on our YouTube channel! Quinn: Website Instagram Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
76: Change the Narrative w/ Director Joe Russ
June 21, 2021 15:35 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBWriter, director, and cinematographer Joe Russ joins us to discuss his biggest learning experiences as a filmmaker, his work as a DP on my latest short film Blueberries, and the impact he hopes to have as a producer at Tungsten. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Joe: Website Instagram Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
75: Get it Done w/ Producer Raegan Levan
June 14, 2021 14:03 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBProducer Raegan Levan joins us to discuss her philosophies on the role of producer, how she manages a wide array of content, and what she hopes to achieve as the first official producer at Tungsten. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Raegan: Website Instagram Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
74: What the Hell is Tungsten? 2021 Edition w/ Raegan & Joe
May 31, 2021 15:05 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBRaegan Levan and Joe Russ join us to discuss how Tungsten has changed since our first podcast episode, our goals and values as a company, and how we’d like to impact the future of the film industry. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Website Instagram Raegan: Website Instagram Joe: Website Instagram
73: Why Not Both? w/ Production Designer Jenna Rae Tooley
May 17, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBProduction designer and painter Jenna Rae Tooley joins us to discuss how her experience as a fine artist influences her work on productions, the two feature films she’s working on as a production designer, and how she’s pursuing a career across multiple disciplines. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Jenna: Portfolio Instagram Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
72: Find Your Voice w/ Director Pong Tulyathan
May 10, 2021 13:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBDirector Pong Tulyathan joins us to discuss his award winning music videos, his process when working with an artist, and finding his voice as a south East Asian filmmaker. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Pong's Website Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
71: To Hell and Back w/ Writer & Director Aidan Casey
May 03, 2021 13:39 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBWriter & director Aidan Casey joins us to discuss his upcoming short film Junk: how his experience as a producer prepared him for the role of director, the film’s balance between a traditional and experimental structure, and how it felt to see it all come together after years of hard work. Today we launched a fundraising campaign to push Junk through post-production. Help us share this film with the world by visiting our campaign! Junk Indiegogo Campaign Check out the video version on our ...
70: Getting Your Dream Job w/ Filmmaker Kevin Plachy
April 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBFilmmaker Kevin Plachy joins us to discuss becoming a filmmaker during the rise of social media, if the entertainment industry should take YouTube seriously, and his journey from fan to collaborator at The Valleyfolk, a YouTube channel with over 250k subscribers. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Kevin YouTube Channel The Valleyfolk Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
69: Transforming Grief w/ Writer & Director Justin Robinson
April 19, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBWriter and director Justin Robinson joins us to discuss his documentary, My Brother Jordan, and why the film took eight years to make, its non traditional distribution which led to 15 million views on YouTube, and why channeling grief is such an honest form of storytelling. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Justin: My Brother Jordan MBJ Behind the Scenes Justin's Website Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
68: Shoot for the Moon w/ Producer Thomas Verrette
April 12, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBProducer Thomas Verrette joins us to discuss his documentary Zero Gravity, the film’s inspiring message, and how his career led him to this moment. Links below: Zero Gravity Website Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram Due to technical difficulties, there is not a video version of this episode.
67: A Natural Fire w/ Filmmaker Jeremy Mohler
April 05, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBFilmmaker Jeremy Mohler joins us to discuss producing independent projects while working professionally, his advice for budding filmmakers, and what he’s learned as a 2nd AD on Law and Order: SVU. Links below: Check out the video version on our YouTube channel! We launched a Patreon! Jeremy Love Radio Tungsten: Patreon YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
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March 30, 2021 16:00 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBhttps://www.patreon.com/tungstenoriginals https://www.patreon.com/tungstenoriginals https://www.patreon.com/tungstenoriginals Tungsten Originals is a multi-media production company that celebrates independent filmmakers. We aim to represent the next generation of filmmakers, create impactful and honest media, and promote a more fair and just industry. Since 2019, Tungsten has produced a chart topping podcast, award-winning films, and cultivated a community of independent filmmakers. While ...
66: Behind the Camera w/ Cinematographer Alissa Rooney
March 29, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBCinematographer Alissa Rooney joins us to discuss her compelling body of work, how she approaches different styles of content, and her role as the DP for Frame.io’s Camera to Cloud product launch. Links below: Watch the video version of this episode! Alissa Website Instagram Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
65: Loud and Proud w/ Director & 1st AD Sasha Garcia
March 22, 2021 12:53 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIndependent filmmaker Sasha Garcia joins us to discuss her work as both a director and a 1st AD, how her background affects her storytelling, and the impact she hopes to have on the film industry. Links below: Watch this video version of this episode! Sasha Website Instagram Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
64: A New Industry w/ Writer & Director Nicole Barley
March 15, 2021 14:24 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBWriter and director Nicole Barley joins us to discuss our collaboration on her upcoming short film Lighthouse Keeping, how we think the film industry should improve, and the tangible impact of women-led film sets. Links below: Nicole Instagram Lighthouse Keeping Roots Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
63: Making Mr. Soul! w/ Writer & Director Melissa Haizlip
March 08, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBWriter & Director Melissa Haizlip joins us to discuss Mr. Soul! Before Oprah – before Arsenio – there was Mr. SOUL! Ellis Haizlip ensured the Revolution would be televised with SOUL!, America's first “Black Tonight Show.” We discussed why the film took 10 years to make, its critical recognition, and why Melissa knew she was the perfect person to tell this story. Links below: Mr. Soul Website Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
62: Share the Love w/ Writer & Director Kevin Brooks
March 01, 2021 14:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBWriter and director Kevin Brooks joins us to discuss his fellowship at the Sundance Institute, his award-winning filmography, and his dedication to filming projects in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. Don't forget to check out the video version on our YouTube channel! Links below: Kevin: Instagram Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
61: Editing at Marvel w/ Editor Jayda Cardoza
February 22, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBEditor Jayda Cardoza joins us to discuss her growth as an editor, the director editor relationship, and her new job working in the post production department at Marvel Studios. Links below: Jayda: Website Instagram Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
60: Build It Yourself w/ CEO Jewel Hamrick
February 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBWriter, director, and CEO Jewel Hamrick joins us to discuss his philosophies about the entertainment industry, his thesis film Exposure, and why he decided to start his own production company, IV Vision. Links below: Jewel & IV Vision: Jewel's Instagram IV Vision Website Tungsten: YouTube Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
59: Keep Pushing w/ Lei White
February 06, 2021 16:43 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBToday we're joined by writer, director, and activist Lei White. We discussed his first industry job after graduating from film school, the equality he’s fighting for, and how to combat imposter syndrome. Links below: Lei A Crown of Feathers Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram
58: A New Chapter
February 06, 2021 16:36 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBThis week, the podcast is back! First, I'll explain where I've been since the last episode, announce our exciting upcoming projects, and introduce you to the first official members of the Tungsten team. Links below: Check out the Lighthouse Keeping Indiegogo campaign!! Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook West: Instagram Raegan: Instagram Joe: Website Instagram
57: The Young Are At The Gates
June 19, 2020 02:15 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIn this solo episode, we cover why it has been so long since our last episode, how the coronavirus affected our film Blueberries, and our commitment to the Black Lives Matter movement. Links below: BLM Resources: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ https://blackliveswillalwaysmatter.carrd.co/ https://saytheirnames.carrd.co/ The 1619 Project TV Dhows & Docs about Racial Justice and Police Brutality Off Tha' Block: Website Instagram West: Instagram Twitter Website
56: Filmmaking After Film School w/ Creative Producer Kait Elizabeth
February 12, 2020 11:57 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBCreative producer Kait Elizabeth joined us to discuss how working at The Valleyfolk has evolved her approach to filmmaking, shooting her first short film after film school, and how her thesis project gave her clarity and hope to her creative future. Links below: Kait Instagram Twitter The Valleyfolk Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
55: Attention to Detail w/ Production Designer Reece Koetter
February 06, 2020 00:11 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBProduction designer Reece Koetter joined us to discuss how he fell in love with production design, the challenges with designing a set that's hours away, and his thoughts on how production designers are a huge asset to your film. Links below: Blueberries Indiegogo campaign! Blueberries Facebook page! Blueberries Instagram! Reece Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
54: Zero to a Hundred w/ Producer & Editor Elizabeth Hancuch
January 28, 2020 07:29 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBProducer and editor Elizabeth Hancuch joined us to discuss how she discovered her love for filmmaking, her thoughts on producing and editing simultaneously, and why she felt compelled to work on Blueberries. Links below: Blueberries Indiegogo campaign! Elizabeth Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
53: Fictionalizing the Truth w/ Filmmaker Kierra Hall
January 21, 2020 00:35 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBKierra Hall joined us to discuss her senior thesis film Dissociation, which follows the disappearance of Katie Olsen and the mysteries surrounding the truth. We discussed the true story that inspired this film, the challenges of filming on location in Colorado, and the pressure that comes with fictionalizing a true story. Links below: Dissociation Fundraising campaign coming soon!! Dissociation Facebook Page! Dissociation Instagram! Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch ...
52: The First Year of Tungsten
January 14, 2020 23:26 - 52 minutes - 48 MBHailey Morris and Raegan Levan joined us to discuss West's senior thesis film Blueberries, the first year of this podcast, and what lies ahead for Tungsten. Links below: Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website From the bottom of my heart, thank you for listening. I hope you've enjoyed every episode. Here's to another year. Sincerely, West
51: A Constant Evolution w/ Filmmaker Michael Chaney
January 06, 2020 06:54 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBFilmmaker Michael Chaney joined us to discuss how his students’ films have evolved throughout his teaching career, what he considers the most important thing about making a short film, and his recent project Thin Places: Iceland that screened at the 2019 SCAD Savannah Film Festival. Links below: Michael Chaney Website Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
50: Finding the Story w/ Editor Chris Brannan
December 30, 2019 09:23 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBEditor Chris Brannan joined us to discuss how he got his footing in the film industry, what he’s learned throughout his career, and the process of making his most recent feature documentary Finding Tyler, which follows an American fugitive who fled to the island of Corsica. Links below: Chris Brannan Website Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
49: Confronting the Idea w/ Filmmaker Jake Redmond
December 23, 2019 06:05 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBJake Redmond joined us to discuss his senior thesis film Carrots, which is about a teacher force-feeding her young student baby carrots. We discussed his journey into filmmaking, a hard decision he had to make about this film, and the true story that inspired this script. Links below: Carrots IndieGoGo campaign!! Carrots Instagram page Carrots Facebook page Jake Instagram Art Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
48: An Unconventional Approach w/ Filmmaker Davi Pena
December 16, 2019 04:24 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBDavi Pena is back to discuss his senior thesis film Eyes of Eidolon, which is a surreal thriller about love, loss, and the horrors of addiction. We discussed the origin of this script, the lessons he's learned from previous films, and how he's tackling this intimate story. Links below: Eyes of Eidolon IndieGoGo Campaign!! Eyes of Eidolon Instagram Davi Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
47: From Production Designer to Director w/ Production Designer Jaxson Varni
December 08, 2019 22:51 - 49 minutes - 39.9 MBJaxson Varni joined us to discuss his senior thesis film Camping is Cheaper, which is a dark comedy about a couple's camping trip that turns deadly. We discussed the music video we made together, the importance of representation, and how he plans to tackle his biggest project yet. Links below: Camping is Cheaper IndieGoGo!! Jaxson Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
46: Because They Are Hard w/ Filmmaker Jared Wang
December 01, 2019 21:16 - 58 minutes - 46.6 MBJared Wang joined us to discuss his senior thesis film Crosses of Lorraine, which is a romantic war drama set during the final winter of World War II. The story follows an American G.I. wounded in battle and taken in by a former member of the French resistance. We discussed the inspiration for this script, the biggest difficulties with making a war film, and why Jared is going all out on his thesis. Links below: Crosses of Lorraine IndieGoGo Campaign! Jared: Instagram Tungsten: Instagra...
45: Filming Across Borders w/ Filmmaker Lucy Artigas
November 25, 2019 21:53 - 56 minutes - 45.3 MBLucy Artigas joined us to discuss her senior thesis film A Flote, which is a coming of age film about brotherhood, family, and sacrifice. We discussed the inception of this idea, the pros and cons of filming on location in Mexico, and her dreams for a more interconnected film community. Links below: A Flote IndieGoGo Campaign! A Flote Instagram! Lucy Instagram Artigas & Co. Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
44: Dreaming Big w/ Filmmaker Sammi Shoemaker
November 16, 2019 19:20 - 59 minutes - 47.8 MBFilmmaker Sammi Shoemaker joined us to discuss her senior thesis film Pink, which takes the abstract concepts of anxiety, existentialism, and death and creates a tangible representation. We discussed how she got attached to this project, her experience directing a film of this size, and the groundbreaking production design this movie requires. Links below: Pink Fundraising Campaign! Sammi Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
43: Out of this World w/ Filmmaker Seth Cunningham
November 11, 2019 08:02 - 53 minutes - 42.7 MBFilmmaker Seth Cunningham joined us to discuss his senior thesis film Genesis, which is a sci-fi film about a mother and son living on a foreign planet after Earth is made uninhabitable by climate change. We discussed the origin of the story, how Seth crafts his ideas, and how his previous films prepared him for this one. Links below: Genesis Kickstarter! Seth Cunning Films Instagram Cunning Films Website Personal Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West:...
42: Posing a Question w/ Experimental Filmmaker Julia Corin
November 04, 2019 03:19 - 56 minutes - 45 MBJulia Corin joined us to discuss her senior thesis film Wild, Wild, Us, which is an experimental film that follows three superficial friends lost in the materialistic world of their own creation. We discussed the inception of this idea, Julia's connection to the world around her, and why collaboration is so important for this project. Links below: Wild, Wild, Us IndieGoGo Wild, Wild, Us Instagram Julia Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram T...
41: The Power of Inclusion w/ Cinematographer Taylor Wedding
October 25, 2019 13:30 - 50 minutes - 40.2 MBTaylor Wedding joined us to discuss her senior thesis film Fix It Box, which is a love letter to family, and additionally, the deaf community. We discussed her inspiration for the script, the importance of finding a deaf actor for the lead role, and the impact she hopes this film has. Links below: Fix It Box IndieGoGo Fix It Box Instagram Taylor Instagram Website Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
40: Any Means Necessary w/ Lei White & Paige Petersen
October 20, 2019 00:37 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBLei White and Paige Petersen joined us to discuss Lei's senior thesis film Cutthroat, which is about a runway model navigating the fashion industry by any means necessary. We discussed how they came to work together, Lei's inspiration for the script, and the most ambitious aspects of the project. Links below: Cutthroat IndieGoGo Campaign! Cutthroat Instagram Cutthroat Facebook Lei Instagram Paige Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitt...
39: Uncovering Family Secrets w/ Filmmaker Hannah Sullivan
October 11, 2019 22:39 - 48 minutes - 39 MBHannah Sullivan is in preproduction for her senior thesis film Rita to Regina, which is a documentary about her mother who recently discovered that the devastating circumstances of her adoption were fabricated. We discussed how she learned about this story, her process in making the documentary, and the challenges she expects to face during production. Links below: Hannah: Rita to Regina Fundraising Campaign! Portfolio Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch W...
38: Are Internships Worth It? w/ Brooks & Cara
October 04, 2019 21:03 - 58 minutes - 46.9 MBBrooks and Cara are finally back! We discussed their summer internships, whether or not internships are worth it, and what senior year holds for each of us. Also, if you're a SCAD senior looking to raise money for your thesis film, please reach out! We'd love to have you on. Links below: IndieGoGo campaign for Cara's thesis film! Brooks' YouTube Channel! Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Cara: Instagram Brooks: Instagram
37: The Unsung Heroes of Filmmaking w/ Editor Alex Newton
September 30, 2019 01:59 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBEditor Alex Newton joined us to discuss his journey into professional editing, the most daunting projects he's worked on, and what he's learned along the way. Links below: Alex Newton Website Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website NOTE: There was an issue uploading the original file, so this is a quick re-upload of the episode. Sorry about that!
36: How to Make it in Show Business w/ Comedian & Actor Craig Anton
September 20, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBComedian & Actor Craig Anton joined us to discuss his path into the industry, what it was like working on shows such as Mad Men, MADtv, and Curb Your Enthusiasm, and also some advice for those who want to make it in show business. Links below: Craig The Realistic Joneses Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
35: Realizing Your Dream w/ Aspiring Filmmaker Sebastian Cadiz
September 14, 2019 01:19 - 59 minutes - 47.8 MBSebastian Cadiz joined us to discuss his meandering journey from performing arts to filmmaking, the realization of his dream, and his aspirations for the future. Be sure to give us a rating and a review on iTunes to redeem your free Tungsten sticker! Links below: Sebastian Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
34: The Mysteries of Sound Design w/ Sound Designer Ryan Sullivan
September 06, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBSound designer Ryan Sullivan joined us to discuss the mysteries behind sound design, his most challenging project in his eight years of experience, and what continues to inspire him every day. Be sure to give us a rating and a review on iTunes to redeem your free Tungsten sticker! Links below: Ryan Website Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
33: How to Price Your Work w/ Editor Andrew Paynter
August 30, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBEditor Andrew Paynter joined us to discuss our partnership as he edits our biggest short film yet, how to price your work when entering the commercial market, and some client horror stories. Listen til the end for an exciting announcement involving Tungsten's first live event! Links below: Savannah Presents Instagram Spotify Coastal Videography Website Instagram Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website
32: Making Music in the Age of Streaming w/ Singer-Songwriter Warren Givens
August 23, 2019 23:12 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBSinger-songwriter Warren Givens joined us this week! We discussed the current state of the music industry, making music in the age of streaming, and the music video that we made together. Links below: Warren Website Instagram Show on September 18th in Asheville, NC half alive - "still feel" music video Tungsten: Instagram Twitter Website Facebook Merch West: Instagram Twitter Website