Best Dave Chameides Podcasts (2024)

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Script Supervisor Jessica Lichtner 1:43:04

2d ago1:43:04

1:43:04

Jessica and I talk about the job of the script supervisor, how our duties overlap, is the line actually that important, Knives Out, The Harder They Fall, Game of Thrones, and so much more. Jessica's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charl…

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Operator Heather Norton 1:40:49

9d ago1:40:49

1:40:49

Heather and I talk about learning filmmaking from the one and only Martin Scorsese, Goodfellas, Happyish, Monsoon Wedding, working with Sydney Lumet, safety on set and so much more. Heather's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Pape…

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Bonus Ep: Filmscape Chicago Operators Panel 47:19

12d ago47:19

47:19

A 5 person operator panel recorded live at Filmscape Chicago 2024. Chicago operators Gary Malouf, Spencer Gillis, Stephanie Dufford, Seth Thomas, and host Dave Chameides, discuss questions about operating including imposter syndrome, how to act on a day call, and much much more. Filmscape Chicago Please check us out on the web and instagram and lik…

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Operator Sarah Levy, SOC 1:49:11

17d ago1:49:11

1:49:11

We discuss working in reality TV, The Office, The Muppets, how not to destroy a take when you are laughing inside, and so much more. Sarah's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Bonus Ep - Operator Gary Malouf and 1st Ac Matt Rozek of The Bear 59:17

20d ago59:17

59:17

Recorded live in front of an audience at Flilmscape 2024 in Chicago, Gary Malouf and Matt Rozek talk about the incredible work they have done on The Bear, how they deal with hunger pangs at work all day, what a joy it is to work with a great group of dedicated talented people, and so much more. If you enjoyed this podcast, check out The Breakdown e…

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Operator Neal Bryant, SOC 1:51:00

24d ago1:51:00

1:51:00

On todays episode we talk about getting into the mind of the DP, working with the onset dresser, the ZeeGee, Barry, The Last of Us, and so much more. Side note, this episode was recorded prior to Neal winning the 2024 SOC Ooperator of the Year award for his amazing work on The Last of Us. Neal's IMDB The ZeeGee Neal showing what the ZeeGee can do. …

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Bonus Ep: Your First Full Time Gig As An Operator 45:14

1M ago45:14

45:14

Mike Pennick has recently moved from a career as a dolly grip to full-time B Cam on a hit tv show. We talk about what its like that first week on a set you know in a totally different position, the challenges of being a B Cam op, not psyching yourself out, but psyching yourself up, and so much more. Hear about jumping into the operators seat from s…

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Operator Geoff Haley, SOC 1:27:19

1M ago1:27:19

1:27:19

Geoff and I discuss the how music can help your operating, how you transition from the sound department to the camera department, Joker, American Hustle, and so much more. Geoff's IMDB Geoff's Walking Backwards interview that he mentions. Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme…

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How to Succeed as a Production Assistant (Part 1) 1:31:18

2M ago1:31:18

1:31:18

A friend pointed out that most people starting out are not going to jump into camera (if that is their goal) and instead will probably start out as PAs on whatever show they can get on. So today we are talking to Lauren Senger (Key PA), Jeff Sweeney (Key PA) and Ana Pellar (First Team PA) about the dos and don'ts, what to do the moment you park you…

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The DP/Operator Relationship - A Conversation with Cinematographer Jeff Jur and Operator Don Devine 1:42:00

2M ago1:42:00

1:42:00

Jeff Jur, ASC and Don Devine, SOC have been working together for 35 years and have created some incredible images. In a conversation with the two of them we discuss the operator/DP relationship, how super secret rehearsals work, Bridgerton, The Big Picture, and much much more. Jeff's IMDB Don's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagr…

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Stand In Leah Lackey 1:26:09

2M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Leah discusses the job of the stand in, what its like to bake for celebrities and the importance of homemade pies, doing your homework, Ozark, Prisoners, and so much more. Leah's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Bonus Ep: Stunts and The Op 49:20

2M ago49:20

49:20

A discussion with Operator Mick Froehlich who has done huge second unit stunts about what to expect when you're working around stunts, how to stay safe, what to look for, and a whole bunch more. It should be noted that Mick is not a stunt coordinator or an expert, but someone with a lot of experience who felt it was important to talk about this con…

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Cinematographer Alan Caso, ASC 1:33:01

2M ago1:33:01

1:33:01

Alan discusses the differences between critique and criticism, his first time seeing a 35mm camera, Six Feet Under, George Wallace, building a network of co-workers, and so much more. This episode was recorded live in front of a studio audience at The Savannah College of Art and Design where Alan is a professor. Alan's IMDB Please check us out on t…

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Operator Mick Froehlich, SOC 1:51:10

2M ago1:51:10

1:51:10

Mick discusses starting out in trash TV, flipping back and forth from A Cam to B cam, Indiana Jones, Girls Trip, Hidden Figures, and so much more. Since this podcast was recorded, Mick was nominated for the SOC Operator of the Year for his outstanding work on Leave The World Behind which wasn't out yet. Mick's IMDB Mick's Instagram Please check us …

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What Went Wrong - Gun Safety w/Larry Zanoff 51:46

3M ago51:46

51:46

What Went Wrong, one of the best podcasts out there, full stop, that also happens to be about the film industry, did a below the line interview with the great Larry Zanoff, an armorer in the biz, where they discussed gun safety. I highly recommend listening to this episode to ANYONE working in the film industry. A lot of great info. And if you have…

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Operator Gretchen Warthen, SOC 1:51:24

3M ago1:51:24

1:51:24

Gretchen discusses better tips for great handheld, what it's like to be the only operator on a reality series for long shifts, The Real World, Making It, and a whole lot more. Gretchen's IMDB LadyCameraGuy, Gretchen's amazing instagram account Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme M…

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Operator Kate Larose 1:19:57

3M ago1:19:57

1:19:57

Kate and I talk about the importance of the dolly grip, what it’s like to move for 1st AC to B Op and then to A Op, communication on set, Evil, Elementary, Jessica Jones, and a whole lot more! Kate’s IMDB Page Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix -…

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Operator Stephen Campanelli, SOC 1:13:23

3M ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Steve discusses growing up tow work with your idols, Meatballs 3, Mystic River, how the Academy Awards changed his life, the best part of being an operator, and so much more. Stephen's IMDB Stephen's Website Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme …

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Director Jonathan Kaplan 1:37:48

3M ago1:37:48

1:37:48

Director Jonathan Kaplan discusses learning from Elia Kazan, having Martin Scorsese teach him at NYU, hanging up on Roger Corman, The Accused, ER, and much, much more. Jonathan's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert We'…

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Dolly Grip Darryl Humber 1:37:56

4M ago1:37:56

1:37:56

Darryl and I talk about growing up "a thousand miles away from Hollywood", getting out of your own head, My Cousin Vinnie, In The Heat of the Night, Elvis's Grave, getting your picture taken with Joe Pesci's Oscar, and much much more. Darryl's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the epis…

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That One Voice : Danny Bishop 1:52

4M ago1:52

1:52

Danny Bishop ACO, SOC thanks the teacher who inspired in him the love of the frame.By Dave Chameides

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Daniel Bishop ACO SOC 1:30:41

4M ago1:30:41

1:30:41

Danny talks about making sure not to jump up before you are ready, All Quiet On The Western Front, Tar, Your Honor, and a whole lot more. Danny's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert We'd like to thank Knuckle Puck Came…

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That One Voice: Ralph Clemente 1:53

4M ago1:53

1:53

Pauline Edwards recalls the teacher who made. difference in her life.By Dave Chameides

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Pauline Edwards, SOC 1:27:00

4M ago1:27:00

1:27:00

Pauline discusses starting out in reality tv, Snowfall, Grey's Anatomy, America's Next Top Model and much much more. Pauline's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert We'd like to thank Knuckle Puck Camera for sponsoring t…

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The ACO Interview With The OPs from Wonka 1:03:59

4M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Danny Bishop interviews Operators Pete Robertson, Zoey Goodwin-Stuart and Pete Batten about their amazing work on the movie Wonka. Special thanks to the ACO (Association of Camera Operators) for allowing us to share their work.By Dave Chameides

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Micheal D. O’Shea 1:54:29

4M ago1:54:29

1:54:29

We discuss starting out sweeping floors at Warner Brothers Studios, M*A*S*H*, The Goonies, Leslie Nielsen's Fart Machine, and so much more. Mike's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert We'd like to thank Knuckle Puck Cam…

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Sanjay Sami 1:28:24

5M ago1:28:24

1:28:24

Sanjay talks about starting out as an underwater welder, being called Wes Anderson's secret weapon in the New York Times, working with Martin Scorsese, how necessity can often be the mother of invention and so much more. To see BTS of some of Sanjay's work and rigs check out his podcast web page on The Op. Sanjay's IMDB The GripWorks Website Please…

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John Buzz Moyer, SOC 1:57:45

5M ago1:57:45

1:57:45

Buzz discusses his work on The Post and Cocaine Bear, why he doesn’t use a HAD (Horizontal Augmentation Device), working with Steven Spielberg, how to set a crane base, and much much more. Buzz's IMDB See Buzz ACTING in one of his first commercial! Please check us out on our website to view pics and links for Buzz, and on instagram and like us and …

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Jason Ellson, SOC 1:34:03

5M ago1:34:03

1:34:03

Jason discusses Hidden Figures, Elvis, dealing with imposter syndrome, Baz Luhrman, Colin Farrel, working within the bubble, and so much more. Jason’s IMDB Jason’s instagram @meatpiewithsauce Please check us out on our website to view pics and links for Jason, and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Taty…

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Andy Romanoff 1:55:55

5M ago1:55:55

1:55:55

Andy Romanoff discusses bringing the Louma Crane to the US, wowing Steven Spielberg, 1941, Blood Feast, why you should never marry the lead actress and much much more. An incredible interview with a fascinating character. If you enjoyed hearing Andy you MUST read his amazing book about his early life and start in Hollywood - simply amazing. Andy’s …

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Guy Norman Bee 1:52:09

5M ago1:52:09

1:52:09

Former operator, now director, Guy Norman Bee talks about ER, Third Watch, George Clooney's practical jokes, Austin Powers, and so much more. Guy's IMDB Page Guy's Instagram @beevision Twitter/X - @guynormanbee To view pictures of Guy on set, check out his podcast page on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review u…

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Boom Operator Randy Johnson 1:45:58

6M ago1:45:58

1:45:58

Randy Johnson discusses his incredible career in the film industry, being a key part of the Coen Brothers Film Making Family, Cop Rock, what he looks for in a good camera operator, and so much more. Randy's IMDB To view pictures of Randy on set check out his podcast page on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you enj…

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Bonus: The Intimacy Coordinator and The Op 35:07

6M ago35:07

35:07

Sarah Scanlon, a certified intimacy coordinator, talks about the job of the intimacy coordinator, what the do's and dont's are for an operator on set, and how to interact with the actors. A wealth of information for operators young and old. www.sarahscanlon.com For more info visit www.theop.ioBy Dave Chameides

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Operator Jess Lakoff Cannon 1:42:34

6M ago1:42:34

1:42:34

Operator Jess Lakoff Canon talks moving up before you aren’t quite ready, surviving a screw up on a Tarantino movie, juggling family and career and so much more. A great discussion with a great operator - don’t miss this one folks! Jess's IMDB To view pictures of Jess on set, as well as the pic that started Crew Stories, check out her podcast page …

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Bonus: Talkin' About Oners 27:01

6M ago27:01

27:01

Amazing operator Ari Issler (Ozark, The Outsider, Boston Strangler) and I sit down to discuss the ins and outs of oners and the challenges that come along with them.By Dave Chameides

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1st AC Tony Rivetti 1:22:42

6M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

Legendary 1st AC Tony Rivetti discusses how he got into the business, working on some of the biggest shows with the biggest names in Hollywood, what he looks for in an Operator and so much more. A great interview with a great artist. Tony's IMDB To view pictures of Tony on set, check out his podcast page on The Op. Please check us out on the web an…

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Operator Brian Pitts 1:34:51

6M ago1:34:51

1:34:51

Camera Op Brian Pitts discusses getting into the industry without any connections, the importance of non verbal communication on set, the role of the B camera operator, handheld work, and so much more. Brian's IMDB To view pictures of Brian on set, check out his podcast page on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you…

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Operator Andrew Mitchell, SOC 2:11:50

7M ago2:11:50

2:11:50

Andrew Mitchell discusses his time on Glee, American Horror Story, and working in the Ryan Murphy world as well as how to make it coming from a smaller market, learning your craft by making mistakes, and much much more. A great discussion with a fantastic operator. Andrew's IMDB Andrew's Outside Art Instagram To view pictures and the BTS video of A…

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DP/Operator Nick Mclean Sr. 1:50:29

7M ago1:50:29

1:50:29

Nick McLean Sr, one of the biggest ops in the 70s and 80s, talks The Deer Hunter, Heaven Can Wait, Being There, Close Encounters, Hitchcock, and so much more. A huge interview with an incredible amount of Hollywood history that is not to be missed. IMDB Nick’s Book To see Nick finding the first Panaflex ever used, that was sent to him for Spielberg…

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Michele LaBrucherie - That One Voice 2:49

8M ago2:49

2:49

By Dave Chameides

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1st AD Michele LaBrucherie 1:19:05

8M ago1:19:05

1:19:05

Michele and I talk about doubting yourself, what to do as a new operator if the AD asks for a time estimate and you don't really know, the benefits of working your way up, the AD/Camera operator relationship, and a lot more. For clips and images of some of the things we talked about, check out Michele's page on The Op. Please check us out on the we…

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Operator Bonnie Blake, SOC 1:32:44

8M ago1:32:44

1:32:44

Bonnie Blake talks about coming up as an operator when there were very few women in the camera department, learning on the job and figuring out things as you go, working with great actors on The Kominsky Method, The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd, early days in NYC, and much much more. IMDB Instagram @bonnie.blake.photography Bonnie's Photography We…

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Operator Peter Rosenfeld, SOC 1:50:55

9M ago1:50:55

1:50:55

On todays episode we discuss Peter's early days covering conflicts all over the world for news outlets, working with storytellers like David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin, tips for operators to think about and prep, and so much more. Some quick links to Peter's info below. Newsletter Instagram IMDB For more links, pics and videos, check out the page for…

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Dolly Grip Alan ”Moose” Shultz 1:28:06

9M ago1:28:06

1:28:06

Today we sit down with one of the best Dolly Grips in the biz and talk about his work on films like Pearl Harbor, The Bird Cage, and Seabiscuit, working a bunch of films with Michael Bey, and tips for how a new operator can work well with a veteran dolly grip. More info on Moose and links to some of the things we talk about can be found here. Pleas…

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Cinematographer John Toll, ASC 1:54:24

10M ago1:54:24

1:54:24

Today on the podcast I sit down with legendary Cinematographer John Toll, ASC. John talks about his years as an operator, working his way up from being a PA, his first time loading a camera, and a host of other topics. An incredibly interesting discussion and a great deal of valuable lessons that anyone, young or old, can learn from. A truly stupen…

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Operator Don Devine, SOC 2:30:00

10M ago2:30:00

2:30:00

Veteran Camera Op Don Devine, discusses water color painting, Hoosiers, Barry, the joy of the silence after they call 'Roll Camera', and what it was like back in the day when you could actually hear the film moving through the camera. For more on Don, his watercolors, and everything else we talked about in this episode, click here. Please check us …

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Director Tommy Schlamme 1:24:31

11M ago1:24:31

1:24:31

The creator of The West Wing, Parenthood, Sports Night and Manhattan, Tommy has had a prolific career and has an intrinsic connection to camera operators. He shares his views on getting ahead, how to work with actors, navigating the DP/Director relationship and so much more. A great episode with a phenomenal storyteller. Links to some of the episod…

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That One Voice - Tommy Schlamme & Cecil Pickett 5:30

11M ago5:30

5:30

In talking to people about their careers I have heard time and again how there was one person that was instrumental in someones path, a person who saw something in them that they often didn't see in themselves. Not everyone has a person like this in their past, but for those who do, That One Voice is a chance to give that person the credit they des…

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That One Voice - Rochelle Brown & Catherine Page 3:30

11M ago3:30

3:30

In talking to people about their careers I have heard time and again how there was one person that was instrumental in someones path, a person who saw something in them that they often didn't see in themselves. Not everyone has a person like this in their past, but for those who do, That One Voice is a chance to give that person the shout out that …

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Operator Rochelle Brown 1:45:27

11M ago1:45:27

1:45:27

Rochelle Brown talks about getting into the industry knowing no one, being the best Camera PA you can be, working with her heroes, and making the jump to become a Steadicam operator. This is a great episode for anyone trying to get into the industry or just starting out because Rochelle shares tips on how to succeed and has great advice for excelli…

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