Ep 238: From BBC to Bold: Moses Ssebandeke on Crafting New Cinematic Voices

Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

Episode Summary: In this compelling episode, Damien Swaby sits down with filmmaker Moses Ssebandeke, a bold voice in the UK indie film scene and a member of the Lionstooth Collective. Known for his experimental yet grounded storytelling, Moses shares the journey from his early days as a BBC Academy apprentice to producing content for Radio 1Xtra, ITVX, and beyond. Listeners will get an inside look at:

• 🌱 How Moses got started in media through the BBC apprenticeship scheme
• 🎧 His behind-the-scenes experience working at BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, helping grow their YouTube following past 140,000 subscribers — more than any other BBC radio station
• 🛠️ The technical and emotional rollercoaster of being a freelance filmmaker
• 🪐 A peek into Panspermia, a cosmic visual project exploring the interconnectedness of existence and storytelling
• 🎥 The purpose and passion behind the Lionstooth film collective and their commitment to bold, culturally-rich narratives

Moses also talks candidly about the creative droughts and bursts that define the life of an independent artist, what fuels him to keep pushing boundaries, and why telling stories that haven’t been told — or haven’t been told this way — is a lifelong mission. Whether you’re a filmmaker, creative professional, or someone fascinated by how stories are made, this is a must-listen.
Links & Mentions:

• Moses Ssebandeke on LinkedIn
• Moses work https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEDuRPQm85a9gGxExYL5U_ucTf234ILJE
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQs327Kra6U
• https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEDuRPQm85a8bSFbW6rDUvmzM1XMkstg7