Video
Films I've made, hosted and appeared in, from the Made Right Here series with Joe Gannon to my years with Basil Hayden's and the brands I've worked alongside.
Made Right Here
A ten-episode series co-hosted with Joe Gannon and presented by Maxwell House, visiting the American makers behind things built to last: Stern Pinball, Imogene+Willie, Cause & Effect, Nokona, Maxwell House, Martin Guitar, Lawn Chair USA, Middleton Made Knives, Schutt Sports and The Homer Laughlin China Co.
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Basil Hayden's
Short films from my years writing and hosting for Basil Hayden's Bourbon, including the This Is My city films made with The A.V. Club.
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Appearances & Past Work
Talks, interviews and brand films: Failure:Lab Chicago, L.L.Bean's 100th anniversary, Oxxford Clothes, Gitman Vintage, Greta de Parry, Lands' End x Rowing Blazers and more.
I Heard It Through the Grapevine
At an impressionable age, I worked with Max at Patagonia on Manhattan's UWS. In need of a grown-up computer bag, he pointed me towards his "might as well have the best" Filson briefcase. He was also the first person to notice my birthday present (ed. note: with palatable envy), a pair of whole-cut yearling leather R.M. Williams boots. Never one to chase what's new, Max comes armed with a genuine eye for what's worth your time and what isn't. His stories, recommendations and collaborations carry a quiet integrity. If Max is behind it, there's a reason. ~ David Maher, Sr. Leader, Biscuits & Bath
Max is one of those people who makes an impact without trying too hard. He’s creative, thoughtful, and always genuine. His work reflects who he is: authentic, curious, and built around real connection. ~ Larry Felitto, Area Sales Manager, James Hardie
Max’s work is both a vision into the past and a vision of what could be. Like an archivist would, he carries as many important points he can fit into the journey while forging a path forward. It is always something meaningful, something with intent. Never self important. Always with a sense of humor. ~ Alexander Maier, Super Danger Studios