Best Ant Pruitt Podcasts (2024)

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Android Smartphone Cameras and Tech with Ant Pruitt 1:00:43

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Episode 190 was recorded July 11, 2024 and published July 23, 2024. Ant Pruitt is back! Ant is a supporter of mobile filmmakers and photographers, and a judge for the short film competition in the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, California. He’s a freelance digital content creator focusing on photography and videography. He’s also …

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This Week in Google 779: White Friend in a Box 2:29:45

4h ago2:29:45

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Amazon Paid Almost $1 Billion for Twitch in 2014. It's Still Losing Money. Craig Newmark stops by Galaxy fold unboxing We know almost everything about the Google Pixel 9 series already A Few Blockbuster Podcasts Are Making All the Money Friend in a box US border agents must get warrant before cell phone searches, federal court rules The gymnastics …

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For the Love of Content Creators with Susy Botello 31:03

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Episode 191: This episode was recorded July 25, 2024 and published July 30. It’s just you and me in this episode, so let’s talk a bit about how digital media went from a format to online content, and why social media turned many of us into content creators. Can we get a break? SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone…

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Fade In To Film: A New Season Plus Bring Your Movie Posters to Life 29:59

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Episode 189: This episode was recorded July 10, 2024 and published July 16. Fade In To Film has completed one year of panel discussions as of the publishing of this Episode. Our first episode 150 was published July 18, 2023. Moving forward, FITF is re-establishing itself as a topics based discussion between host Susy Botello and Joey Min, with occa…

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The Great Smartphone Film Opportunity In Your Pocket with Jack Lugar 1:13:23

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Episode 188 was recorded June 27, 2024 and published July 9, 2024. Jack Lugar and I met in July 2018 during a lecture I presented at the inaugural Indy Shorts International Film Festival in Indianapolis. Jack was one of the judges for IMFF 2024 and will be back for the International Mobile Film Festival 2025 in San Diego, California. We have an inc…

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Fade In To Film: Finding Extras for Your Mobile Film 20:24

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Episode 187: This episode was recorded June 26, 2024 and published July 2. The guys join me as we brainstorm some ideas on where we can find some extras for films. This is a brainstorm discussion and none of our suggestions are meant as legal advice. Panelists in this episode: Joey Min, Ryan McDonald. Learn more about all our panelists: http://fade…

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Family Bonding and Smartphone Filmmaking with Reka Shikli 1:15:51

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Episode 186 was recorded June 13, 2024. Published June 25, 2024 Once in a while, you come across a name you know you want to remember and Réka Shikli is one to keep an eye on. She began writing and making films at an early age with her parents camera and evolved into writing, producing and directing films. A unique story how seeking a film grant br…

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Fade In To Film: Apple TV Plus and iPhones and Self Distribution 48:37

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Episode 185 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded June 12, 2024 and published June 18. Apple sells iPhones they claim to have the best filmmaking cameras. They also claim to have the best streaming service, Apple TV+. Netflix and other streaming services who don’t sell smartphones, stream feature films shot with iPhones, but …

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Fade In To Film: The Many Doors Into the Industry 53:31

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Episode 184 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded May 29, 2024. The film industry is said to have many gatekeepers. Perhaps the way in is not so obvious. Our panelists, Joey and Ryan share stories of their first contact with the film industry and we go all in to discuss how you can find a door to step inside yourself. We also…

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Color and Filmmaking with Henessey Griffiths of FilmConvert 43:32

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Episode 183 was recorded May 22, 2024. Published May 28, 2024 The longest running sponsor of the International Mobile Film Festival, since 2017, is our guest in this episode. FilmConvert’s Marketing Manager Henessey Griffiths talks to us from Wellington, New Zealand. Kia ora to all our listeners in New Zealand! Henessey shares news about their soft…

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Fade In To Film: Stories Abound from IMFF in San Diego and Podcasting 1:11:57

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Episode 182 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded May 8, 2024. Ryan, Levi and I share insights about the festival this year. We talk about smartphone filmmaking and the filmmakers. Then, I open up a bit about how I run our unique film festival. Also, we share personal podcasting stories, including Ryan and Levi’s perspective …

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Fade In To Film: Live In-Person at International Mobile Film Festival 2024 39:45

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Episode 181 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded April 28, 2024 live, in-person during IMFF 2024. Joey, Ryan and Levi join me in San Diego during the International Mobile Film Festival’s 13th Edition April 26 thru the 28th. We enjoyed recording this episode in front of an audience. Levi spoke about crowd funding, Ryan shared…

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Fade In To Film: Short and Feature Mobile Films Plus Blackmagic Camera App 1:00:31

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Episode 180 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded April 10, 2024. Joey, Ryan and Levi join me for a final episode of our Fade In To Film panel before our in-person recording April 28 at the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego. Hey, friends…come join us. We’d love to see you in person! Joey shares the action smartp…

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Fade In To Film: Story is the Heart of Your Film 58:00

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Episode 179 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded March 27, 2024. Why would a filmmaker use a smartphone camera instead of a cinema camera? Joey Min and Ryan McDonald discuss the heart of storytelling through film. Susy discusses how stories connect our films with viewers. We also discuss if filmmakers make films for the indu…

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Fade In To Film: How Art Influences Film 1:06:03

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Episode 178 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded March 13, 2024. It’s easy to think about smartphone filmmaking with a tech mind-set. Everyone does it, at least at first. In this episode we’re going to talk about the influence of art in filmmaking, and why it brings your storytelling to the next level. Topics Discussed: * De…

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Franchise Filmmaking with Allison Lobel, Diane Foster and Kelly Grant 1:08:05

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Episode 177 was recorded February 27, 2024. Do you think of treats on Easter, or is that just a Halloween thing? It’s Women’s History Month, and we’re celebrating women filmmakers with a special treat. Our guest, Allison Lobel brings Diane Foster and Kelly Grant to the show. We talk about mobile filmmaking and the making of their new franchise feat…

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Fade In To Film: How To Avoid Burnout 53:35

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Episode 176 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded February 28, 2024. As a filmmaker or content creator, you need to celebrate your wins. Susy and the panelists discuss how putting more effort into riding the momentum of an event, or moment can set the course for getting the ahead faster. We share some cool stories! Topics Dis…

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Actor Talks Mobile Film with Jeremy Gladen 1:01:26

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Episode 175 was recorded February 23, 2024. Actor Jeremy Gladen is a judge in the short film competition for the 13th Edition of the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego. Jeremy is a friend I worked with on a film in Big Bear, California just before I launched the festival. We discuss how actors can benefit from mobile filmmaking and sma…

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Community and Industry for Smartphone Filmmakers with Susy Botello 19:13

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Episode 174 was recorded February 19, 2024. I share some history of pioneers who had been around and are no longer participating in the mobile filmmaking industry and community. I refer to Filmic Pro, Moondog Labs, and have you heard of Smart Phocus? It’s important for mobile filmmakers to feel supported and embraced. Confidence is important in fil…

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Fade In To Film: Smartphone Filmmaking Benefits Your Film Career 56:44

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Episode 173 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded January 31, 2024. I asked the guys if mobile filmmaking changed their film career. We discussed many details in this episode. Ryan and Levi also shared their experience directing and acting in the same film. We also talk about why actors should be making films with smartphones…

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Fade In To Film: Does Mobile Filmmaking Gear Matter 1:01:37

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Episode 172 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded January 17, 2023. The year is still new and January is still with us. Levi Austin Morris and Joey Min and I talk about 2024 trends for mobile filmmakers like, less gear? But that’s not all we discussed, we also talked about more “inexpensive” accessories and gear entering the …

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Fade In To Film: Marketing Strategies for Filmmakers 53:46

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Episode 171 is our first in 2024. Our Fade In To Film crew shares marketing techniques, tips, and advice. Levi and Ryan share stories about how they market and promote their films. We discussed many promotion and marketing options: QR codes, guesting on a podcast like ours, speaking to audiences at schools and other spaces, and more. We also discus…

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Fade In To Film: Last Episode of the Year 2023 51:56

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Episode 170 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded December 20, 2023. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for listening. I share how we can stay connected as social media goes down the tubes. Our panelists Ryan and Joey share Holiday movies and Joey inspires us with the success he’s had in the film industry this year. We w…

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High Quality Short Filmmaking with Ryan Camp 58:10

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Ryan Camp Films has a notable vast library of video tutorials online. When you search how to’s for audio, mics, videos and filmmaking, his videos usually come up on the first page. There’s a good reason for that, he’s really good at explaining things so the non-experts understand. That’s because expert’s are not the ones who search for help and Rya…

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Fade In To Film: Why Film Production is A Rush 1:02:44

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Episode 168 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded December 6, 2023. It’s a rush! If you have the privilege to work on an indie film and you don’t feel the rush, something’s not right. Joey Min and Ryan McDonald sit with me and discuss our first filmmaking experience and why we loved the challenge. We were thrilled to do it ag…

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This Week in Google 744: Giant Red Ties 2:21:10

8M ago2:21:10

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Federal government reaches deal with Google on Online News Act Google DeepMind researchers use AI tool to find 2mn new materials Some Pixel 8 Pro displays have bumps under the glass Reflecting on 18 years at Google Google's new geothermal energy project is up and running AWS Unveils Next Generation AWS-Designed Chips Amazon Introduces Q, an A.I. Ch…

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Security Now 950: Leo Turns 67 2:12:07

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Adobe Flash Player Updater is (still) desperately trying to update Veracrypt password security Firefox moves to 120 with a bunch of very nice new features Do-Not-Track is back on track "ownCloud" -or- "PwnCloud" ? CrushFTP Critical Vulnerability Bypassing fingerprint authentication ApacheMQ TransUnion & Experian both hacked Show Notes - https://www…

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Fade In To Film: Where Movie Ideas Come From 1:16:39

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Episode 167 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded November 22, 2023. Before you pull your phone out of your pocket to film, you should have a story in mind. Our panel discusses where to get ideas for stories from, write a screenplay and make that movie! Why most indie filmmakers write and produce their films instead of sellin…

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This Week in Google 743: Competitive Pantomime 2:58:33

8M ago2:58:33

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From King to Exile to King Again: The Inside Story of Sam Altman's Whiplash Week OpenAI's Misalignment and Microsoft's Gain – Stratechery by Ben Thompson Ilya Sutskever on X: "I deeply regret my participation in the board's actions. I never intended to harm OpenAI. I love everything we've built together and I will do everything I can to reunite the…

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Your Legacy As An Artist with Susy Botello 34:44

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Episode 166 was recorded November 19, 2023. In episode 166, I open my heart to you with a message I hope reaches you when you need it and where you need it. Listen thru to the end for a personal message from me to you. In this episode: Filmmakers, writers, artists, writers, performers, actors, photographers and musicians, etc. are artists Experienc…

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Fade In To Film: Planning A Smartphone Feature Film 1:10:30

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Episode 165 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded November 8, 2023. Break out your notebooks! Come back to this episode when you’re ready to make your feature film. We’re walking you through each step during pre-production of a mobile feature film. What we discuss: First meeting with key crew members Casting calls, when to se…

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This Week in Google 741: The Whole Muffin 2:49:52

9M ago2:49:52

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OpenAI debuts GPTs allowing companies to further optimize GPT-4 for specific domains. Article 45, an EU regulation, will roll back web security by 12 years by banning website fingerprinting used for fraud detection. GM halts production on its Cruise driverless van over safety concerns after recent crashes. The SAG strike continues as negotiations w…

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Fade In To Film: Lights, Shadows and Music Halloween Special 1:20:47

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Episode 164 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded October 25, 2023. Happy Halloween! Tonight the spooks are the vibe. We share insights into some topics around the scary movie genre and making smartphone films. What we discuss: Scary music and music for effects Light and shadows for scary movies Levi shares how he shot a spoo…

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This Week in Google 739: Panic in the Cul-de-sac 2:32:08

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DMV suspends Cruise's robo-taxi permit in San Francisco after pedestrian accident Debate over regulating approval process for autonomous vehicles between NHTSA and NTSB Analysis of Google's disappointing Q3 financial results and advertising revenue drop Impact of dating apps like Tinder on relationships and matchmaking The demise of Twitter rival P…

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Smartphone Camera Viewfinder and Storytelling with Steve Weiss 1:23:45

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In episode 163 I chat with producer and director Steve Weiss, one of the founders of Zacuto based in Chicago, Illinois. Steve and I get into the weeds about filmmaking and storytelling. Steve and his founding partner, Cinematographer Jens Bogehegn have worked together for many years in the industry. The duo created Zacuto and design products togeth…

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This Week in Google 738: The Deorbiting Professor 2:50:28

10M ago2:50:28

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Elon Musk says charging $1 a year to Twitter users could reduce bots VC Mark Andreessen loses it in controversial tech manifesto Meta Quest 3 brings back glassholes to the wild Amazon launches satellites to compete with SpaceX Starlink Peter Norvig and Blaise Aguera y Arcas claim AGI is already here 51% of teens spend 4+ hours daily on social media…

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Fade In To Film: SBP Podcast Birthday Special Edition 1:11:17

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Episode 162 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded October 11, 2023. We sing, we laugh…I almost cry at the end, it’s a jam-packed special birthday episode and we want you to celebrate with us. Grab some cake and join the party. What we discuss: Why and how our podcast began Making the best from attending film festivals How Joe…

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Tech News Weekly 307: Pixel 8 Pro Review 1:23:29

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Adobe announces a whole host of new AI features and upgrades at its MAX conference. We review the Pixel 8 Pro and discuss its new Ultra HDR capabilities. OpenAI plans to announce new developer features at its November conference and we demonstrate the new ChatGPT voice features. • Ant Pruitt stops by Tech News Weekly to give us a rundown of what Ad…

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This Week in Google 737: Gormless 2:51:34

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Google's "enshittification" memos A Note From WIRED Leadership Moonlighting comes to Hulu... starring Jeff Jarvis! Elon Musk's X Strips Article Headlines on Shared Links Did Elon Musk Endorse Biden, Come Out as Transgender and Die of Suicide? Elon Musk Is Personally Undermining X's Efforts to Curb Israel-Hamas War Disinformation Sure, There's Disin…

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The Art of Storytelling and Photography with Ant Pruitt 1:10:56

10M ago1:10:56

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In episode 161 I have the honor to chat one-on-one with my friend Ant Pruitt, a host of the TWIT.TV Network's TWIG (This Week In Google) show. We chat about the art and storytelling in photography and I ask him to share his perspective on a few things as a well-informed professional in the tech industry and as a photographer. “If you can go back an…

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This Week in Google 736: Socks on the Beach 2:59:16

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Google's Pixel hardware event and new devices Debate over adding AI to search functions - risks to accuracy? Laws challenging social media's First Amendment rights Movies released on TikTok by studios High production costs of Masterclass Streaming vs DVDs and the shrinking open web Spotify's attempts to expand beyond music in audiobooks Amazon's al…

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Fade In To Film: New Tech for Smartphone Filmmakers and Sound Design 1:02:30

10M ago1:02:30

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Episode 160 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded September 27, 2023. The iPhone 15 Pro has features that can help you meet the criteria to qualify getting your feature film into Netflix, and maybe win an Oscars. The new Blackmagic Camera free app is packed with features but I lament it’s not available for Android smartphone …

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This Week in Google 735: Outside of the Nerdery 2:47:43

10M ago2:47:43

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Google's 25th birthday Google killing off Google Podcasts Next week's Pixel hardware event Meta's VR/AR announcements and new Ray-Ban smartglasses with cameras Antitrust lawsuits against Google and Amazon AI voice cloning for automatic translation by YouTube, Spotify WGA writer's strike in Hollywood ending with AI concessions Meta adding AI bots ev…

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Security Now 941: We told you so! 2:25:54

10M ago2:25:54

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Apple has quietly removed support for Postscript in macOS Ventura over security concerns with the outdated interpreter language. China has formally accused the NSA of hacking and maintaining access to Huawei servers since 2009, based on documents from Edward Snowden. A misconfigured Azure Shared Access Signature token resulted in 38TB of sensitive …

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iPhone, AI and Camera Apps with Arthur Mikheev 1:11:45

10M ago1:11:45

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Episode 159 of the SBP Podcast is jam-packed with tips. I had the privilege to speak to our friend in Moscow, Arthur Mikheev. Arthur won the First Prize Award with his short film, War is Not A Game in San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival’s 2021 edition. Arthur teaches smartphone filmmaking with his school, Pocket Film. Just last week, he …

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This Week in Google 734: Anarchy in the Academy 2:34:50

11M ago2:34:50

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The group discusses the DOJ's antitrust case against Google's search dominance. The hosts debate whether AI will help or harm the fight against online disinformation. Leo and Joan discuss the challenges of internet safety and regulation in the UK. Google news includes: Chromebook lifespan extended to 10 years, Android 14 QPR beta, Google Calendar a…

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Fade In To Film: The Other Story You Should Be Telling 54:51

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Episode 158 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded September 13, 2023. If you’re interested in film, you’ve heard that filmmaking is storytelling. But what if your film doesn’t end up seeing the light of day after all? What if years or months later, you still want to bring awareness to your project? The Fade In To Film panel h…

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This Week in Google 733: Go, Cathy, Go! 2:32:51

11M ago2:32:51

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Google pays more than $10 billion per year for these privileged positions Trademark Genericide And One Big Way The DOJ Admits That Its Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google Is Utter Garbage YouTube under no obligation to host anti-vaccine advocate's videos, court says Google's cookie-replacing Privacy Sandbox reaches major milestone Google teaser previe…

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How Can I Help? 24:52

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In episode 157 of the SBP Podcast I ask you to to tell me more about you and to tell me what I can do in my podcast to help you more. This episode is just you and me. It’s like a one-on-one and I invite you to join me. I share some insights into documentary filmmaking and how smartphone cameras can benefit you so that you can make high quality docu…

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This Week in Google 732: Unidentified Flying Skellington 2:14:20

11M ago2:14:20

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Britain Admits Defeat in Controversial Online Safety Bill When Tech Says "No" Apple Backs Down on Its Controversial Photo-Scanning Plans The FBI secretly launched an encrypted messaging system for criminals Former Twitter Employees Charged With Spying for Saudi Arabia Jeff Jarvis Moving on From CUNY Judge strikes down porn age-verification law in T…

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