​Robert Wise Interview: Hollywood Production Designer & Filmmaking | David A.R. White Podcast

About this episode

Lights, camera, vision!
Talented production designer Robert Wise joins his friend David A.R. White (God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix) for a fascinating, behind-the-scenes episode of The White House Pod – Dare to Dream!

Robert pulls back the curtain on:
His journey as a production designer and creating unforgettable movie worlds and working on over 30 Christmas movies

The art and craft of building sets that bring stories to life

Working on major film and television productions

Collaborating with directors, actors, and crews to make magic on screen

The challenges and creative joys of production design in Hollywood

How life influences his work, vision, and approach to storytelling

If you love learning how movies are made, enjoy Hollywood insider stories, or want inspiration from a creative who builds entire worlds — this episode is packed with insight and encouragement!

Timestamps:
00:00 – Robert’s creative welcome & instant connection
02:20 – Early career with No Doubt and breaking into production design
08:40 – Behind-the-scenes set creation stories on over 30 Christmas Films
14:10 – Working on major productions
20:30 – Creativity & vision in filmmaking
27:15 – Challenges and triumphs in Hollywood
34:50 – Advice for aspiring creatives
41:20 – What Robert is working on in 2026
47:00 – Rapid-fire: Favorite project, best advice, dare to dream

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