A frequently recorded podcast geared towards beginners and intermediate photographers, videographers, as well as anything audiovisual . I’m not an expert in any of these field’s I do believe that I can help answer any questions relating to these topics. Teaching the techniques and tricks I learn along the way.
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Welcome to the He Shoots, He Draws Podcast, your go-to source for all things creativity, photography, graphic design, business, and life! Hosted by Dave Clayton and guest host Alan Hess, this show offers regular insights into these creative topics. Two friends—a graphic designer and a photographer—share their combined expertise and experiences to bring you engaging discussions. So, grab a cuppa and join us as we explore the things we admire, the people who inspire us, and much more. Expect s ...
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When it comes to AI and the film industry, noise is everywhere. We cut through it. Denoised is your twice-weekly deep dive into the most interesting and relevant topics in media, entertainment, and creative technology. Hosted by Addy Ghani (Media Industry Analyst) and Joey Daoud (media producer and founder of VP Land), this podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the industry—from Generative AI, Virtual Production, Hardware & Software innovations, Cloud workflows, Filmmaking, TV, and Holly ...
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aweful Journey To Development: Creating A Career As A Front-End, Back-End or Full-Stack Developer
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The goal is to document my journey. Share the blessings of lessons learned, wisdom shared, and encouraging stories and words to help you show grit and ingenuity through your journey and with the challenges you face. I hope you do the same with me and for others you encounter. On this journey I'll be working on becoming a professional developer, creating The Elementary MBA, monetizing the Adobe Creative Cloud subscription so that it pays for itself, and becoming the better me.
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Hosted by Sara Dietschy (rhymes with 🍑y). Daily podcast about creativity, tech, entertainment & business.
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Just a 20-something thriving on one extra cup of caffeine. Dishing out everything there is to know about social media, small businesses, entrepreneurship with a dash of wellness and pop culture. Featuring interviews from some of the people that have helped me get through this crazy thing we call life. I invite you to grab your favorite caffeinated beverage, relax, and join me in staying Over Caffeinated. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/over-caffeinated-pod/support
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We talked to Freepik's CEO about their pivot to AI, going unlimited, and more!
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47:35Freepik CEO Joaquin Cuenca Abela reveals how the platform generates 4 million AI images daily while serving over 100 million users. In this interview with Addy and Joey, Joaquin shares the company's swift pivot to AI in 2022, the strategic move to unlimited image generation, and how they're capturing the professional market from marketers to VFX ar…
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Genie 3, ElevenLabs Music, Lightcraft Spark & More! | This Week in AI for Filmmakers
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41:50Google DeepMind's Genie 3 stole the show this week with its persistent world generation, outshining OpenAI's underwhelming GPT-5 release. Join Joey and Addy as they break down how Genie 3 creates navigable AI worlds with accurate physics and memory—allowing users to paint a wall, walk away, and return to find their changes intact. Plus: ElevenLabs'…
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The Truth About the Sphere's Wizard of Oz. Plus Showrunner AI
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40:45We dive into the Sphere's Wizard of Oz AI controversy, look at Showrunner AI, and explore how filmmakers are effectively combining practical effects with generative tools to create impressive low-budget content. -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positi…
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Runway Aleph Changes VFX Forever, Adobe Harmonize, Wan 2.2 & More! | This Week in AI for Filmmakers
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48:43Runway Aleph allows you to manipulate your videos using simple text prompts—no more tedious VFX workflows. This week, Addy and Joey break down the wave of new AI tools transforming post-production, including Luma AI's Modify with Instructions feature, Wan 2.2's open-source model, Ideogram's one-shot character generator, Adobe's new Harmonize tool, …
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Is JSON prompting a useful technique or just influencer trend? In this episode, we examine the heated debate around structured prompts in Veo 3, test the claims ourselves, and share the results. Plus, we dive into Higgsfield Steal's controversial marketing approach and explore AlphaGo, the AI system designed to build other AI models that could acce…
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Step-by-Step: The State of AI Filmmaking Workflows
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26:41Joey and Addy break down different workflow of creating AI-generated films, exploring which tools to use at each stage and how to maintain consistency. They examine text-to-image creation, character development techniques, and how video-to-video models are shifting the entire approach. Plus, practical tips on using Runway References, ChatGPT, Flux …
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ComfyUI Explained: How AI Image Generation Actually Works (Step-by-Step)
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40:01Curious how AI actually turns text into images? In this episode, Addy and Joey break down the inner workings of AI image generation and explore ComfyUI. We'll explain the core concepts of latent space, diffusion models, and how noise becomes a recognizable image. From basic text-to-image workflows to advanced techniques with LoRAs and image-to-imag…
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This Week in AI: Moonvalley's Marey, Luma AI's LA Lab, Veo 3 Adds Image to Video, and more!
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31:27Moonvalley's Marey AI model officially launches with pro-level features for filmmakers, while Luma AI opens a physical space in Hollywood. This week on Denoised, Addy and Joey break down the latest AI tools reshaping media production, including Veo 3's image-to-video capability, Perplexity's agentic browser Comet, and an array of new video generati…
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We Talked to the Producer Behind Natasha Lyonne’s AI Movie
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28:19Natasha Lyonne is making a $70 million sci-fi epic called "Uncanny Valley" for just $10 million with the help of AI - and it's about to change everything. In this interview, Moonvalley and Asteria co-founder Bryn Mooser reveals why every future movie will have its own custom AI model, how the next Hollywood breakthrough will be financial not creati…
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Inside Moonvalley’s Marey: Building AI Tools Hollywood Filmmakers Actually Want
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24:11Bryn Mooser, founder of Asteria and Moonvalley, joins Denoised to discuss Moonvalley's new 'ethical' AI model Marey, adapting current tools for Hollywood, and why studio-quality filmmaking could soon be within reach for indie creators. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not nece…
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This Week in AI: 11 Tools Transforming Media Production
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47:36The latest AI tools are transforming content creation at breakneck speed, but which ones actually matter for filmmakers? Join Addy and Joey as they dissect 11 cutting-edge AI developments, from Claude's AI-powered app builder, to Adobe's voice-driven sound effects generator. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the per…
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The Grey Beard podcast: D.R. Berlin Author of The third estate
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1:26:38D.R. Berlin is a local author and has crafted a suspenseful , thrilling, and captivating book called “The Third Estate, secrets of the manor”. Come join me as I welcome this amazing artist to the podcast, and we will find out more about her life, how and why she decided to write a book, all while having such a demanding career…. I’ve said too much …
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The Grey Beard podcast: Jelani and Truth
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1:29:51Jay is the founder of The Jay Foundation and if you don’t know his story I urge you to go watch the previous episode highlighting his journey. Today he is bringing in one of his mentee’s a young man named Truth. He wants to share the story of his life and where he is now. I am honored to have them both here on the show and to give them a place to s…
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The Grey Beard podcast: Elliot Warner
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2:40:00Elliot is a long time friend, a fantastic photographer, a social media marketing genius, and so much more! come join us as we catch up and please feel free to join us in the live and ask him some questions in the chat. Send us a text Support the show
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Jim and Pat sit down and discuss life, current events, and opinions about various other topics Send us a text Support the showBy Jim
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The Grey Beard Podcast: David McDaniels
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2:19:32David is not only great friend and someone I highly respect, he is also Pat's father. Dave is a very mild mannered, smart, and very chill human being that brings much to our little podcast. I am so happy that I had the opportunity to sit down and capture this conversation. Send us a text Support the show…
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The Grey Beard podcast: Angelisa Blyden
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1:59:48Angelisa is a photographer that I met in a Facebook group, she is also an entrepreneur, a Tik Tok super star, and a good friend. Send us a text Support the showBy Jim
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iPhone Cameras in F1, MrBeast's AI Controversy, and Meta's AI Ad Creator
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32:29In this episode, hosts Joey and Addy discuss this innovative camera solution for F1 the movie, examine the backlash against MrBeast's AI thumbnail generator tool, and analyze Meta's new AI advertising platform that has creative agencies concerned about their future. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal vie…
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Adobe's New Camera App, Jurassic World Shoots on Film, and AWE
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34:50Adobe launches Indigo, a new computational photography app, Jurassic World shoots on Kodak film, and Joey shares his hands-on experience with Snapchat Spectacles and more at AWE. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respectiv…
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Midjourney, ByteDance, and Hailuo’s New Video Models [This Week in AI]
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41:53The AI video generation race heats up with Midjourney's new V1 video model despite their ongoing IP lawsuit with Disney and Universal. In this episode, Joey and Addy break down the latest developments in AI creative technology, including Topaz's new Astra cloud-based upscaler, FLUX's Kontext model, and impressive new video models from China includi…
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How AI Transformed My Job Hunt: Addy's Job Search Story
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44:52Addy opens up about navigating unemployment after being laid off. In this episode, Addy shares how he leveraged AI tools like ChatGPT for interview prep, research, and ultimately landing a new role. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or position…
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Apple’s WWDC: Liquid Glass But Where’s the AI?
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40:59Apple's WWDC left us with more questions than answers about their AI strategy. Let’s unpack the key highlights from the recent WWDC keynote — starting with Apple’s new Liquid Glass UI design. Plus, we explore cutting-edge tech beyond Apple's ecosystem—4D Gaussian splats bringing static images to life, innovative AI memory storage in MP4 files, and …
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We break down everything announced at Unreal Fest
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38:13Let's break down Unreal Fest, 28 Years Later iPhone rigs, and Natasha Lyonne hitting back at the AI criticism. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by…
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Let's talk about what we saw at Hollywood's premier AI in media conference. We'll unpack how the industry is dividing into 2 camps: AI that enhances existing workflows versus fully synthetic generation. Plus SAG-approved AI films, the blurring line between real and AI-generated content, and the debate whether these tools will help creators do more …
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Fortnite Got Permission for AI Darth Vader: Why is SAG Upset?
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28:34AI is bringing legendary actors back to life - but is SAG-AFTRA on board? In this episode of Denoised, Joey and Addy dive into the controversy surrounding Fortnite's AI Darth Vader and how Orson Welles has returned nearly 40 years after his death. Plus, IMAX makes a surprising comeback with theaters installing 70mm film projectors again, upcoming m…
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Breaking down Google's BIG AI Updates: Veo 3, Flow, and More!
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42:26Google's Veo 3 and Flow, Darren Aronofsky's AI film venture 'Primordial Soup,' and what Jony Ive's $6.5 billion move to OpenAI might mean for the future of AI hardware. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employer…
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Odyssey Shoots Entirely on IMAX, AI First Companies Walkback, and Microsoft's AI Fact-Checker
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29:46Christopher Nolan's upcoming Odyssey film will be shot entirely on IMAX with newly developed cameras, companies are reassessing their AI investments after disappointing returns, and Microsoft Research has created a new AI model that can identify when it might be providing inaccurate information. ############# The views and opinions expressed in thi…
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Runway AI Tips, Creator Economy Studios, and Parallel AI Processing
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35:32Tips for for control over AI outputs, a look at big studio's being built by YouTube creators, and a new type of neural network. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independ…
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Netflix Adds Vertical Video, Runway AI Does Animation, and Gamepad ComfyUI
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30:45Netflix unveils two major platform changes that could reshape how you discover content. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect Netflix's new ChatGPT-powered search and vertical short clips feed. Plus, they examine Runway's impressive hand-drawn animated pilot and a practical innovation that lets creators control ComfyUI with a gamepad instead of t…
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Trump's Film Tariffs, ILM's AI Demo, and Claude's New Integration
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37:30Trump proposes a 100% tariff on film produciton outside of the US, sending shockwaves through Hollywood. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey analyze what this policy could mean for American productions and offer practical alternatives. Plus, we examine ILM's AI demonstrations at a recent TED Talk, discuss LA's efforts to streamline film perm…
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From Fox to Natasha Lyonne: Three Key AI Developments in Media
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40:03Fox Entertainment quietly approves Runway AI for public-facing deliverables, marking a significant industry shift. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect this major development and what it means for other studios. They explore the actual capabilities of AI in film and TV production today, examining real-world applications and the …
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Duolingo Goes AI-First, Runway's New References Feature, Model Context Protocol Explained
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32:53Duolingo's memo announcing an 'AI-first' approach signals a shift away from contractors. In this episode, Addy and Joey analyze what this means for creative professionals, alongside Runway's impressive Gen-4 updates with its new References feature. Plus, we explore how Anthropic's Model Context Protocol is enabling Claude to control professional so…
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The Oscars Say AI is OK, Test-Time Training, and Descript Goes Vibe Editing
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35:59The Academy clarifies its stance on generative AI in filmmaking, along with a few other new rules. Then we break down a new AI paper with Test-Time Training and how it generated minute long Tom and Jerry shorts. Then we look at Descript's new 'vibe editing' tool that they teased and what it could mean for video editing. ############# The views and …
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Netflix Says AI Will Make Films 10% Better. Meanwhile, New Study Reveals Bias Against AI Involvement
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35:23Netflix's Ted Sarandos reveals his strategy for AI in filmmaking, suggesting a focus on making movies "10% better" rather than just cheaper. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dig into what this means for production costs and Hollywood's future. Plus, surprising findings about audience perception of AI-generated stories, and the deal that gives Ryan C…
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RenderCon, Higgsfield AI, and Vimeo Streaming
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36:32Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into RenderCon's standout moments, including OTOY's Star Trek Unification project that digitally recreates Nimoy and Shatner, analyze Higgfield's impressive new AI video generation capabilities with its 49 pre-built camera moves, and examine Vimeo's strategic pivot with their new streaming service that allows creators…
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Is Sinners The Savior for Movie Theaters?
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34:43The theater experience is making a comeback as film formats return to prominence. In this episode, Joey and Addy dive into Ryan Coogler's innovative approach to shooting 'Sinners' on 70mm film, the surprising success of the Minecraft movie, and the uncertain future of LA's iconic Cinerama Dome. Plus, we analyze James Cameron's candid take on cuttin…
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NAB 2025: Virtual Production, Gaussian Splats, Budget Friendly Gear and More!
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25:24Joey breaks down his week at NAB while Addy provides perspective from afar, covering the unexpected surge in VP innovations, practical AI implementations in post-production tools, and notable hardware releases that dominated the show floor. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not…
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The Grey Beard podcast: Ulysses Moore III
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1:44:55Send us a text Support the showBy Jim Mullis/Ulysses Moore III Round 2
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Beauty and the Beard: Jennifer Genao and Jim Mullis
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1:09:05Welcome back to Jenn and Jim's podcast, we hope you missed us! we have both been so busy with all that we do in our everyday lives but, we would never forget about you. We truly hope you enjoy our little fun conversations here on this channel, and don't forget to go and subscribe to our youtube channel @beautyandthebeard as well as @thegreybeardpod…
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From VistaVision to Virtual Production: Film's Unexpected Second Act
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34:05Film isn't dead — it's finding new life alongside cutting-edge technology. Join Addy and Joey as they explore why major productions like Fallout and Poor Things are combining film with virtual production, the psychological benefits that shooting on celluloid brings to directors, and the surprising technical advantages film offers over digital. Plus…
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NAB Preview: PYXIS 12K, Strada Agents, Gaussian Splats and More
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45:38Blackmagic leaks a 12K PYXIS camera just before NAB as the industry prepares for a major trade show. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into pre-NAB announcements, examining Strada's peer-to-peer media sharing tool, Adobe's new AI features, and how Gaussian splats are quietly becoming the next significant technology evolution. Pl…
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How vertical soap operas are making $10 million a month
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35:48Vertical soap operas are generating $10 million monthly while Hollywood struggles with production slowdowns. Plus, H&M reveals they're creating AI twins of real models (and paying them for each use), and we dive into Anthropic's fascinating research showing Claude's AI doesn't think the way you'd expect - with implications that might put us closer …
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ChatGPT's Crazy Image Upgrade (Plus Reve & Ideogram 3.0), Hollywood's Global Shift, and Roblox Goes Generative
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34:58We analyze the image generation capabilities of ChatGPT 4o, Reve, and Ideogram 3.0, examining their improved text handling and what it means for creators. Then, we dive into the Studio Ghibli AI controversy, Hollywood's production exodus overseas, and why Rob Lowe is shooting American game shows in Dublin. Plus, Roblox enters the generative 3D spac…
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Robot Cinematographers: Is This The Future of Filmmaking?
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36:33Will robots replace camera operators? WPP and Boston Dynamics' humanoid robots are now wielding cinema cameras on set, raising questions about the future of production crews. We analyze the practical applications and limitations of this technology. Plus, we dive into the escalating AI copyright battle between tech giants and Hollywood creators, and…
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Stability AI Gets Another Oscar Winner on the Team, Sony's New Camera Tracker, Panavision Layoffs
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34:53Stability AI brings VFX legend Rob Legato on board as Chief Pipeline Officer while launching a new virtual camera tool, Sony enters the camera tracking market with OCELLUS, and we analyze the downsizing at Panavision and Village Roadshow's bankruptcy filing. ############# The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of th…
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NVIDIA's GTC Keynote Breakdown in 30 Minutes
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32:52NVIDIA just unveiled its vision for AI's future at GTC, but what does it mean for media professionals? We break down the key announcements from Jensen Huang's keynote, including AI factories, the new Blackwell chips, and their new project Newton. Plus, we discuss NVIDIA's partnerships with DeepMind, Disney Research, and GM, while analyzing how thes…
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DeepMind IRL, Vibe Filmmaking, and Miami's O Cinema Censorship Battle
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38:49Google DeepMind's latest humanoid robots are blurring the line between science fiction and reality. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey explore how AI is making robots understand our physical world in real-time, the exploration of 'vibe filmmaking' as a creative approach using generative AI tools, and the alarming free speech battle facing M…
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How Feastables Funds MrBeast's Million-Dollar Videos
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32:58How a chocolate bar turned MrBeast into a $5 billion business while his YouTube videos actually lose money. Joey and Addy break down the financial strategies driving today's biggest creators, from Emma Chamberlain's coffee empire to Logan Paul's Prime energy drink dominance. We also explore YouTube's upfront events challenging traditional TV ad sal…
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The Grey Beard podcast: Jelani Allison Youth Foundation (GhettoSeedsStillGrow)
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2:35:26Jelani or as I call him Jay, is the founder of the Jayfoundation which is an amazing foundation created to help lift up communities that have been overlooked for far too long. He is not only helping a lot of youth create futures and learn that there's more to life than the constant struggle. Aside from that, he has had quite a traumatic life and ha…
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The Grey Beard podcast: Russell Arimenta (Soscenic Photography)
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3:20:57You know him you love him he's my long time friend Russell, join us as we discuss all types of secrets of the photography world as well as his business and what he has been doing as of late. It's always an interesting conversation with Russell as our brains carry us from one topic to the next many many times. Website Instagram Send us a text Suppor…
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