Episode 018: Stroke Recovery & the Big Damn Future
Recorded August 20, 2025
A Big Damn Update
The Big Damn Podcast is back—and this one’s different. Episode 18 is the first post-stroke edition of the show, where Michael Jane sits down with Logan Liskovec to share a raw, honest update on life, recovery, and what’s next for Big Damn Films.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
The day everything changed – Michael’s May 14 stroke, ICU stay, and the long road back through therapy.
Perspective gained – how survival reshaped his outlook on life, legacy, and filmmaking.
Project updates – the latest on The Fright Before Christmas 2, Rifters, and what’s happening with Z*Con.
The big pivot – why Big Damn Films is leaning into a horror anthology + documentary + mockumentary model as the future of fast, frugal indie storytelling.
Physical media matters – Blu-rays, DVDs, and vinyl soundtracks as a safeguard in an unstable streaming world.
A call to fans and filmmakers – why everyone involved in Big Damn’s next project will be paid fairly, and how you can be part of it.
Why This Episode Matters
This isn’t just another behind-the-scenes update. It’s a reminder that filmmaking is about resilience, creativity, and community.
Michael’s story is proof that even in the face of setbacks—whether it’s health scares or lost locations—the work continues.
Big Damn Films is here to tell stories, support creators, and carve out a lasting legacy in indie film.
Listen Now
👉 Tune in to Episode 18 of The Big Damn Podcast on YouTube to watch the full story, straight from Michael and Logan.
🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts.
🔗 Listen on Patreon for the unedited version & bonus content
