Best David Daw Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 216: Anatomy of a Murder 44:37

7d ago44:37

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Anatomy of a Murder is a courtroom drama that introduces some of the touchstones of the genre, including the the “I’m just a simple country lawyer” trope, with Jimmy Stewart as said lawyer. With a Duke Ellington score and a surprisingly nuanced approach to imperfect victims, a new decade is definitely on the horizon with this flick.…

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Thomas Glendinning - ELPHNT, Sound Designer, Music Maker, Educator 1:15:12

9d ago1:15:12

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Thomas Glendinning is a music producer, educator, and sound designer. He creates some of the finest Ableton Live and Max for Live devices available at his site ELPHNT. Tom recently released his new album Micro((osmos under the name Conso/e. Tom joined me for a 3rd conversation on the Music Production Podcast to talk about his new album and some of …

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Talking With Mike Dawes – August 12, 2024 31:37

10d ago31:37

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This week, Ira spoke with Mike Dawes, performing in Myron’s at The Smith Center, August 17. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Mike talks about when he knew the guitar would become his life; why he loves the free-styling method; how his guitar playing brings his music into a more “contemporary realm”; how he worked on projects in L…

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Hell Screen by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa (1918) 57:56

2d ago57:56

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A perverse conspiracy between the forces alive inside of the Lord of Horikawa and the painter Yoshihide. Support the Show.By David

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Setting Up A Home Studio 30:45

4d ago30:45

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Paul White and Hugh Robjohns discuss the basics of a good home studio setup, including choosing the right equipment and setting up your space correctly for achieving the best recording and mixing results. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:14 - Minimum Equipment 00:54 - Audio Interfaces 02:46 - Headphones and Speakers 03:21 - Choosing A Microphone 08…

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Talking With Steve Gadd – August 5, 2024 30:06

17d ago30:06

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This week, Ira spoke with Steve Gadd, who (along with The Grammy®-winning Steve Gadd Band) will be performing in Myron’s at The Smith Center August 10. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Steve talks about not remembering when he never played drums; his move to Las Vegas; how he got into studio work; what works in the studio vs. liv…

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Michelle Moog - Bob Moog Foundation, History of Moog Synthesizer 1:24:53

14d ago1:24:53

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Michelle Moog is the executive director of the Bob Moog Foundation and daughter of synthesis pioneer Bob Moog. The Bob Moog Foundation’s Mission Statement is to inspire creative thinking by providing interactive educational experiences at the intersection of science, music theory, history, and innovation. Michelle helped bring the organization from…

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Talking With Jason Hainsworth – July 29, 2024 28:50

15d ago28:50

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This week, Ira spoke with San Francisco based saxophonist, composer, recording artist, and educator Jason Hainsworth, performing with his quintet at Vic’s Las Vegas (August 2-3 at 7 and 8:30.) In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Jason talks about the “efficient” reason why he started playing the saxophone; how he became a band “nerd…

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Episode 215: The Diary of Anne Frank 42:05

18d ago42:05

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The 1959 adaptation of The Diary of Anne Frank (adapted from the stage play, in turn adapted from the original diary) has a lot to recommend it. Only problem? The lead, and titular character, isn’t one of them.By Screen Test of Time

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Talking With Chef Alicia Shevetone and Librarian Dr. Nichole Beer – July 22, 2024 30:48

30d ago30:48

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This week, Ira spoke with Chef Alicia Shevetone (founder), and Librarian Dr. Nichole Beer (curator), who launch America's first cookbook lending library in Las Vegas August 2. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” the dynamic duo talk about their new project, which will be based inside Palate Las Vegas, in downtown Las Vegas; how the …

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Episode 214: Room at the Top 50:28

1M ago50:28

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You know what there’s Room at the Top for? A new Bengal Lancer Episode! As we’re working through our backlog of recorded episodes, some of the topics discussed are old news, but some of them are news so old it’s new again. Enjoy some media recommendations that are not the worst movie of the 1959 nominees.…

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Carter Vail - Musician, Songwriter on his new album 100 Cowboys 56:01

28d ago56:01

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Carter Vail is a musician, producer, and video creator. His fast-paced, lighthearted short-form songs have garnered him hundreds of thousands of followers across social media. His new album, 100 Cowboys, combines upbeat music with emotional lyrics that document a difficult breakup. Carter shares his songwriting process, thoughts on collaboration, a…

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Talking With Michael Sartain – July 15, 2024 30:37

29d ago30:37

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This week, Ira spoke with Michael Sartain, a local celebrity and Vegas lifestyle pro, with years of expertise in the hospitality and entertainment industry. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Michael talks about how he first became enamored with Las Vegas while in the US Air Force and came here for the NBA All-Star game; having mor…

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How To Remove Studio Hum 16:57

1M ago16:57

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Not everyone has access to a professional studio with bespoke wiring. Here, Paul White and Hugh Robjohns discuss the best practises for avoiding and eliminating electrical noise interference in your home studio. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:21 - Arranging Plugboards In A Home Studio 02:09 - Uninterruptible Power Supplies 03:59 - Grounding Issue…

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Talking With Abingdon Mullin – July 8, 2024 30:43

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This week, Ira spoke with Abingdon Mullin, founder and CEO of the Abingdon Company, based in Las Vegas and the city’s only independent watch brand. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Abingdon talks about why she started the company - getting her pilot’s license and not being about to find a female pilot’s watch; getting together wi…

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Episode 213: Separate Tables 39:14

1M ago39:14

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If we had a nickel for every time there was a film nominated for Best Picture in 1958 that was based on a play that dealt with the trauma of a man hiding his homosexuality in a post-WWII world, but rewrote the script so the gay character was straight in the film, we’d have 2 nickels. It’s not a lot, but it’s weird that it happened twice.…

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David Alexander - Audio Engineer, Producer, Musician 1:53:03

1M ago1:53:03

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David Alexander is an audio engineer, producer, and musician originally from Portland, Oregon and now based in Los Angeles. He has over 20 years of experience working in all genres, with roots in the subcultures of hardcore and punk. David shares his unique blend of technical skills and creative philosophy on social media. Listen on Apple, Spotify,…

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David Wang – Understanding Volatility as an Asset Class 37:28

1M ago37:28

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Why should investors care about volatility and how can it be used to inform investment decisions? On this episode, host Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by David Wang, FX Volatility Strategist at TD Securities, to discuss the importance of volatility in financial markets, its role as a form of financial insurance, and its influence on ass…

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Talking With Mentalist Colin Cloud – July 1, 2024 31:18

1M ago31:18

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This week, Ira spoke with mentalist Colin Cloud, headlining the world premiere of “Colin Cloud: Mastermind” in Harrah’s Cabaret at Harrah’s Las Vegas (starting July 2). In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Colin, known as the “closest thing to a real-life Sherlock Holmes,” talks about his decision to headline his own show rather than…

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Evan Frankfort - Songwriter, Sound Designer, Film and TV Composer 1:43:52

2M ago1:43:52

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Evan Frankfort is a Songwriter, Sound Designer, and TV and Film Composer. His TV and film credits include Wild Kingdom: Protecting the Wild, The Harlem Globetrotters: Pay it Forward, 90210, and The 100. He writes music and plays in the indie rock band The Spiritual Machines. He has collaborated with diverse artists including Warren Zevon, The Bangl…

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Talking With Mark Merchant – June 24, 2024 30:32

2M ago30:32

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This week, Ira spoke with comedian ventriloquist Mark Merchant, headlining in the A Stars Comedy Show at the Ahern Hotel June 27-29. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Mark talks about how he got the moniker of “the comedy of two voices in one”; how he developed an interest in ventriloquism as a kid in Atlanta, Georgia; getting a D…

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Francis Preve: The Man in the Synth 2:05:03

2M ago2:05:03

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Francis Preve is a sound designer, producer, and synthesizer programmer. He programs factory presets for the leading synthesizer manufacturers including Sequential, Roland, Korg, Oberheim, Serum, and many more. He is the Section Lead of Digital Composition at Austin Community College. Francis releases sound packs through his company SympleSound. Hi…

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Episode 212: Auntie Mame 1:02:55

2M ago1:02:55

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Rosalind Russel plays the titular aunt with delightful flair in this first adaptation of the best selling novel. A perfect balance of zany and clever, Auntie Mame is deceptively thoughtful, though not without some glaring failures at the Screen Test of Time.By Screen Test of Time

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Talking With Miss Melanie Moore – June 17, 2024 29:57

2M ago29:57

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This week, Ira spoke with Miss Melanie Moore, performing at the Maxan Jazz Club June 21. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Melanie talks about growing up in Dayton, Ohio and being influenced by The Supremes; finding every opportunity to sing as a child; studying nightclub singers while attending college; moved to New York and get-…

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The Best of Season One 47:07

2M ago47:07

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This is our 40th episode and the end of Season One! This first year of the podcast has flown by. I'm so grateful to everyone who has tuned in, shared episodes, rated us, reviewed us... it's all meant so much to me. For this final episode of the season we thought it would be fun to go back in time and celebrate some of my favorite moments from this …

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#372: The Magic of Musical Collaboration with Boredomfighters 1:34:30

2M ago1:34:30

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Tyler Manning and Jordan Dale are part of Boredomfighters, a nonprofit that brings music-making and collaboration to kids across the United States. Boredomfighters conducts workshops, assemblies, and "Instrument Gardens" to empower young people to create music on the fly using modern production techniques. Tyler and Jordan spoke to me about their w…

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Drum Beat Construction - Part 2 18:54

2M ago18:54

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Eddie Bazil gives us more pointers on constructing beats, incorporating useful tools such as Drum Replacement Software and pre-constructed Loops, then adding enhancements using timing, pitch and other processing tips. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Drum Replacement Software 01:41 - Example 1: Using Hit'n'Mix RipX DAW 05:41 - Example 2: Makin…

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Talking With Geno Munari – June 10, 2024 31:06

2M ago31:06

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This week, Ira spoke with Geno Munari, author of "The Dunes Hotel and Casino: The Mob, the connections, the stories," who will participate in the “Meet & Greet Gaming Education Series” at the Casino Collectibles Association's 31st annual Casino Chip and Collectibles Show, June 13-15, at South Point Hotel and Casino. In this episode of “Talk About L…

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Author/Narrator NATALIE NAUDUS on "Gay the Pray Away" 39:24

3M ago39:24

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Today we have Natalie Naudus on the show. Natalie is a brilliant Audie-Award winning narrator of over 400 books. We get into that a little in this interview. But mostly we talk about her writing and celebrate the release of her debut novel. It's called "Gay the Pray Away" and it is the #1 Best Seller in Coming of Age Fiction for Teens on Amazon thi…

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#371: Recording an Entire Album Yourself with Dex Green 1:26:18

2M ago1:26:18

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Dex Green is a Nashville-based producer, engineer, and songwriter. He recorded his new album, Imaginary War, by himself, playing every instrument. Dex has worked with artists like Elvis Costello, Margo Price, and Collective Soul. His work has been nominated for a Grammy. Dex and I spoke about his work and the lessons he's picked up from recording c…

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Talking With Al Mancini – June 3, 2024 28:29

2M ago28:29

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This week, Ira spoke with Al Mancini, co-host of the popular “Food and Loathing” podcast, creator of the Las Vegas dining guide app, “Neon Feast,” and a special guest on "Milk Street Radio" at the Beverly Theater (June 10). In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Al talks about how he started writing about food after moving to Las Vegas…

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Playwright/Performer ELIZA BENT on "Being Careful What You Get Good At" 44:31

3M ago44:31

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Today we have my friend Eliza Bent on the show. Eliza and I go way back. She is a playwright and a performer whose Bentertainments include solo works, plays, adaptations, and hybrid affairs. She makes short films. She speaks Italian. She has degrees in philosophy and playwriting and she's on faculty at Northwestern University’s Radio TV & Film depa…

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#370: How to Survive the AI Music Takeover 21:57

3M ago21:57

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AI is getting really good at generating realistic and emotional music. Where will this leave music-makers? Today we discuss how we can ensure that we remain relevant in the face of an AI music takeover! Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Links: Rolling Stone AI Song - https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/suno-ai-chatgpt-music-soul-of-th…

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Writer/Performer AMY STAATS on Overcoming Perfectionism 55:09

3M ago55:09

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Today we have my friend Amy Staats on the show. Amy is an actor, writer, producer, director... you name it, she does it. This conversation was so much fun for me. We talk about Van Halen, understudying on Broadway, writing plays, developing projects for TV and film, and overcoming perfectionism. Amy's currently doing an experiment where she shares …

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Alejandro Cuadrado – Impact of the US Election on Latin America and Mexico 38:50

3M ago38:50

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With the US election less than six months away, how should investors begin to assess the potential impacts on emerging markets? On this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Alejandro Cuadrado, Global Head of FX Strategy and Head of Emerging Markets Rate Strategy at BBVA, to discuss the implications of the US election in Lati…

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#369: Consistency and Authenticity with Mikas of We Make Dance Music 1:36:11

3M ago1:36:11

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Mikas is the creator of We Make Dance Music, a site of music resources for producers. On his podcast, Live Electronic Music Tutorials with Mikas, he creates tracks in real-time, sharing tips and techniques along the way. The result of each episode becomes a template viewers can purchase on WeMakeDanceMusic.com. This is the second time Mikas and I s…

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Talking With Chefs Susan Feniger & Mary Sue Milliken – May 20, 2024 31:10

3M ago31:10

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This week, Ira spoke with Award-winning chefs Susan Feniger & Mary Sue Milliken, who just opened their first stand alone and drive-thru concept of their BBQ Mexicana in the Las Vegas valley. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Susan and Mary Sue talk about their long careers in the culinary world; how they first met in a restaurant …

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NYTimes Bestselling Author JODI LIPPER on the Art of Ghostwriting 52:14

3M ago52:14

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Today we have NY Times Bestselling Author Jodi Lipper on the show. Jodi is a Collaborative Writer, also known as a Ghostwriter. I've always been interested in how this process works but I thought it was super secretive and I didn't want to pry. Well Jodi let me pry for this podcast episode and I'm so happy she did. I'm amazed at how many skills it …

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Realistic Orchestras From Sample Libraries 31:42

3M ago31:42

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An introduction to using sample libraries focusing on the string section. Composer and Producer Sam Boydell talks us through selecting an orchestral sound library, creating a simple string motif and incorporating more realism into the finished piece by using a range of techniques, including articulations, dynamics and panning. Chapters 00:00 - Intr…

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#368: Write Better Music Through Storytelling w/ Jeff Leisawitz 1:14:02

3M ago1:14:02

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Jeff Leisawitz is a musician, producer, coach, college songwriting professor, and author. His new book The Magical Impact of Storytelling explores how creatives can connect with their audiences and produce more meaningful work with effective storytelling. It was great to have Jeff back on the Music Production Podcast to discuss how we can use story…

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