In this episode of Freddy and Friends, Freddy sits down with actor, writer, musician, and filmmaker Steven Martini for a conversation that’s equal parts creative, grounded, and real. Steven opens up about his journey from starring in Major Payne to finding his purpose as a storyteller behind the camera. The two talk about what it means to collaborate, the lessons learned from early Hollywood experiences, and how filmmaking becomes a mirror for life. Messy, unpredictable, and deeply human. Key topics include: Landing his breakout role in Major Payne and navigating early Hollywood Why storytelling works best when it’s shared, not solo The creative freedom (and chaos) of independent filmmaking Lessons from writing, directing, and scoring his new film Bittersweet Finding balance between discipline, art, and enjoying life It’s a fun, open, and inspiring conversation about creativity, collaboration, and building a meaningful body of work. Where to Find Steven: Instagram/TikTok: @stevenmartini Film: Bittersweet - now streaming on Tubi, Prime Video, and Apple TV