Either You’re In or You’re In the Way: Podcast Interview with Logan and Noah Miller
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I don’t know why I’m so smitten with the independent filmmakers, Noah and Logan Miller.
Maybe it’s because they finish each other’s sentences and often speak in stereo. Maybe it’s because when they refer to each other as ‘Bro’, as in, “Bro said …”
Or, maybe it’s because they’re identical twins, like my own twin stepsons, and that, also like my twin stepsons, the only way one can tell them apart is that one has a ‘beauty spot’ on his left cheek. (That would be Logan.)
Or it could be because, just to be kind to a middle-aged lady who works out at their gym, (that would be me) they graciously accepted an invitation to dinner at which they raved about my cooking. They also listened enthusiastically to all my husband’s poker and baseball stories, which he liked so much that now, when I mention something that “the twins” did, he asks, “Which ones ─ ours, or the Millers?”
Or perhaps it’s because, despite their fabulous accomplishments, such as their award-winning film Touching Home, and their upcoming book, they remain the same caring, kind, and down-to-earth young gentlemen they’ve always been.
Probably all of those things play a part. But mostly, I think it’s because of their personal story. You see, Noah and Logan turned what could have easily been a life-draining, personal tragedy into a triumph. Their dad died in prison, a homeless alcoholic. Nonetheless, they loved him so much that they made a vow to turn his story and theirs into a film, and to do it within one year. And they kept that vow. With no connections in Hollywood, no family money, in one year, they managed to obtain backing, produce, direct, act in, and even get Ed Harris and Robert Forster to star in their film. The details of how they accomplished this are all outlined in their book, Either You’re In, or You’re In the Way, which hits the bookshops and online retailers on April 28. (With the book’s launch at Book Passage in Corte Madera.)
For this month’s podcast, I had the honor and pleasure to talk to Logan and Noah about all of the above and more, and it was one of the most uplifting and motivating conversations I’ve had yet.
Listen, and be amazed, moved and inspired.
For those who live in the area, I also encourage you to attend the Miller Brothers BOOKSTOCK 2009, which takes place on June 6, at Giants Stadium in San Francisco. Bookstock is a summer celebration of the arts for the entire family. Attendees will enjoy an evening of live music provided by top Bay Area bands, an art show featuring over 25 renowned artists, and an advanced screening of their film Touching Home.
For more information on The Miller Brothers and their work, visit the following online sites:
Facebook Event Page
Facebook Fan Page
Touching Home Movie Official Site
To buy their book Either You’re In or You’re In the Way please click here
Wonderful interview. I’ve met Noah and Logan briefly at the gym – and when they’re around, the energy level is higher. I suspect that is true of wherever they are, whatever they do. They are destined to succeed because of that infectious energy, and their charm and talent. They have that rare gift of likability – you meet them, and you just want things to go their way. You sense that they are genuine and sincere – and those are attractive qualities. But the thing that strikes me most about them is what they said near the end of this interview — that, despite fear and doubt (common to us all) they just went ahead with their dream anyway; they didn’t let those fears and those doubts paralyze them. Good advice indeed. Of all the most successful, most dynamic people I’ve had the good fortune to have met along the way, all them shared that quality of putting their fears in the backseat.
I can’t wait to read their book (which will probably end up a movie itself), and see their movie. That they see themselves as writers is good news for all of us. I have no doubt wonderful projects will come from their minds.
Wishing them every break in the world.
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Patricia
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April 14th, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Great comment, Barry! Thanks for posting!
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Love it, love it, love it! I can’t believe I won’t be in town for the B0OKSTOCK event on June 6th – it sounds like a blast! But I will be out of town for a good reason – I’ll be in Nashville as the San Francisco representative for Women’s Nat’l Book Association’s National conference.
Thank you, Patricia for your terrific podcasts – you know how to pick ‘em.
http://www.telltalesouls.com/blog
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Love the interview of these two great brothers. Thanks for sharing the interview. What terrific visionaries with great vision, truth, discipline and, everthing else on their side.
Most wonderful of learning about this book/movie is the title, “Either you’re in or you’re in the Way”. That shall be my motto for a long time now. It’s how I’ve always felt. And to imagine how many people you can offend with that motto! But time is short and precious. These boys are living the dream yet not just some egotistical drive to success.
I will share this will so many people. As usual, how I have to go on line again; go to Amazon or to my local bookstore to order the book (on the East coast); find the movie to rent because we probably won’t see it in the big theatres out here. No matter. These are the books and movies worth looking for.
I wish the Millers brothers are the best and much success. Thanks Patricia for interviewing them on Harlot’s Sauce.
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Patricia
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April 15th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Tricia, dear,
Thank you for your comments and support. The Millers will be very pleased that you enjoyed their interview. Yes, I’ve adopted their motto, too. Maybe we should make slogan t-shirts? ; )
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I thought this was an excellent interview. Good job on the interviewer’s side of the table, ditto for the Millers. Not a boring moment.
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Patricia
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May 23rd, 2009 at 10:28 am
Glad you liked it! I think you will enjoy their book and movie even more!
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This is fantastic! What a wonderful story Patricia on how you became friends with Logan and Noah Miller. Wonderful job with the interview. I wish I can say more but words escape me for the moment, it’s marvalous! Thank you for sending me the link!
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Patricia
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June 21st, 2009 at 9:13 pm
I’m glad you enjoyed the interview, Sarah. It’s wonderful that you are such a fan of the twins. They’re great guys! Thanks for listening to the interview!
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women issues these days are more on equal rights with men and woman power`~;
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