Best Virt Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 79: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.79 - Pedro Iniguez, Lisa E Black, & Addison Smith 20:16

25m ago20:16

20:16

Stories featured in this episode: Sneeze by Pedro Iniguez - https://pedroiniguezauthor.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul L. Garnier Of Course I Still Love You by Lisa E Black - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by the author - Residual Traces by Addison Smith - music by Fall Precau…

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Always in Beta with Eran Stern 38:19

8d ago38:19

38:19

Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Nick and Eran discuss the changes in the education industry and the challenges of creating tutorials in a rapidly evolving software landscape. They explore the shift towards shorter content and the impact of platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Eran shares his creative inspiration and how he stays niche …

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On the Edge of Fiction and Function with John LePore 42:01

15d ago42:01

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Send us a text In this conversation, John LePore discusses his experience in the post-production industry, particularly in motion design and creating fictional user interfaces (FUI) for films. He shares insights on the importance of designing fictional technologies that enhance world-building and storytelling, while also being clear and concise for…

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8/24 with Willonius Hatcher 37:01

22d ago37:01

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Send us a text In this conversation, Nick and Willonius Hatcher (AKA: King Willonius) discuss the use of AI tools in content creation, specifically in music and comedy. King Willonius shares his experience creating the viral song 'BBL Drizzy' using AI-generated music and artwork. They also discuss the benefits and limitations of AI tools like ChatG…

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Hub Tub Mindset 'Til Infinity with Joseph Stephen 37:49

1M ago37:49

37:49

Send us a text Joseph Stephen, an entrepreneur with a background in video production and content creation, discusses his experiences and lessons learned in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the client's goals and messaging in mind when creating content. Joseph also runs a photo booth and video/photo experiential activations comp…

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Episode 78: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.78 - Jenna Hanchey & Jonathan Nevair 25:39

1M ago25:39

25:39

Stories featured in this episode: When You See A Dragon, You Run by Jenna Hanchey - https://jennahanchey.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by the author - The Darling Murders by Jonathan Nevair - https://www.jonathannevair.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme mu…

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The Astronaut's Eye: Terry Virts on Visual Storytelling in Space 32:49

1M ago32:49

32:49

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Nick sits down with astronaut, filmmaker and consultant Terry Virts. Terry spent over seven months in space during his two spaceflights, piloting the Space Shuttle Endeavour on STS-130 in 2010 and commanding the International Space Station during Expedition 42/43 in 2014/2015. He served in the US Air Force as…

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The Art of Adaptation with Debra Khoo 32:34

2M ago32:34

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Send us a text Debra Khoo, a solo VFX artist and founder of Massive FX, shares her experience in the post-production industry and the transition to running her own company after working at HBO for many years. She discusses the different roles she plays in motion graphics and VFX, the tools she uses, and the importance of continuous learning. Debra …

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Crafting Confidence with Amanda Russell 38:59

2M ago38:59

38:59

Send us a text In this conversation, Nick talks with Amanda Russell, co-founder and creative director of Cream Studio a motion design and animation studio. Amanda talks about her journey as an entrepreneur and the key lessons she has learned in the industry. Amanda shares insights into working on short-form projects and the challenges of telling a …

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Storyboarding the World with Juliana Broste 40:58

2M ago40:58

40:58

Send us a text Juliana Broste, a Travel Filmmaker discusses her process of creating short-form travel videos and the challenges of being an entrepreneur in the industry. She emphasizes the importance of staying flexible and diversifying clients in order to succeed. Juliana also shares her approach to packing and staying organized while traveling, i…

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Episode 77: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.77 - Phoenix Alexander & F.J. Bergmann 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

Stories featured in this episode: Loamblood by Phoenix Alexander - https://www.phoenixalexanderauthor.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ read by the author - Surgery for Dummies by F.J. Bergmann - http://fibitz.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme music by Dain Luscombe…

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Animating Ambition with Matt Barretto 36:21

2M ago36:21

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Send us a text In this conversation, Nick sits down with Matt Barretto; a freelance Motion Graphics Animator and Motion Director with a generalist, style-agnostic skill-set and thirteen years of experience working in: broadcast and entertainment advertising, digital advertising and marketing, live events, in-stadium motion graphics, branding, title…

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Through the Lens of Change with Vanessa Joy 32:21

2M ago32:21

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Send us a text In this week's episode Nick is joined by professional photographer and educator Vanessa Joy. Vanessa discusses the dynamic changes in the photography industry, particularly in post-production editing capabilities with the accessibility of AI tools. She highlights the speed and efficiency that AI brings to the editing process, allowin…

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Beyond Repetition with Ash Thorp 43:09

3M ago43:09

43:09

Send us a text In this week's episode Nick sits down with Ash Thorp, the founder of Alt Creative a company that offers illustration, design, VFX, animation, and directorial service. Ash discusses his creative process, the challenges he faced, and the importance of continuous learning. He emphasizes the need for trust and open communication with cli…

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The Value of Time with Evan Abrams 40:22

3M ago40:22

40:22

Send us a text In this episode of Flow State, Nick sits down with Evan Abrams, a renowned motion designer and educator. Evan shares insights from his journey in motion design, discussing his client work and live streaming experiences. He opens up about the creative process, emphasizing the importance of planning, improvisation, and audience engagem…

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Episode 76: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.76 - Andy Dibble, s.c. virtes & Denise Dumars 18:05

3M ago18:05

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Stories featured in this episode: You Must Buy Your Purchase by Andy Dibble - https://andydibble.com/ music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jenna Hanchey - Another Boiling Day by s. c. virtes & Denise Dumars - http://deniseddumars.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Gar…

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Beyond the Timeline: Premiere Gal's Journey in Post 42:57

3M ago42:57

42:57

Send us a text In this conversation, Premiere Gal (Kelsey Brannan) and Nick discuss the importance of consistency in YouTube content creation and how to avoid creative burnout. Kelsey shares her strategies for maintaining a consistent release schedule and staying motivated. They also touch on the challenges creators face in staying relevant and the…

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The Compositors Canvas with Jacob Zirkle 44:07

4M ago44:07

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Send us a text Jacob Zirkle, a VFX compositor and YouTuber, shares his journey in the film and advertising industry. He discusses how he started his YouTube channel to share his knowledge and tutorials on Blender and other programs. Jacob emphasizes the importance of being open to learning new programs and not limiting oneself to a single software.…

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The Indomitable Spirit with John Dickinson 38:38

4M ago38:38

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Send us a text In this conversation, John Dickinson shares his background in motion graphics and his transition from working at Foxtel to joining Boris FX. He emphasizes the importance of creativity and experimentation in his work, and how he finds inspiration away from the computer. John also talks about the process of teaching and presenting, and…

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Storyboard to Studio: Jessica Libby’s Path in Motion Design 33:54

4M ago33:54

33:54

Send us a text In this episode, Nick interviews motion graphics designer and art director Jessica Libby. They discuss the differences between freelance and full-time work, the essence of the creative process, and the challenges of client feedback and collaboration. Jess shares what attracted her to motion design and her favorite and least favorite …

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Flame On: Creativity Under Pressure with Andy Milkis 33:39

4M ago33:39

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Nick sits down with storyteller and flame artist Andy Milkis. Andy shares insights into his creative process and the changes he has witnessed in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of foundational skills and understanding the technical aspects of the work. Andy also discusses the challenges of balancing…

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Episode 75: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.75 - Adele Gardner & Marie Vibbert 22:21

4M ago22:21

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Stories featured in this episode: Memory Scars by Adele Gardner - https://gardnercastle.com/ - music by TSG - https://tsgmusic.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Good Twin by Marie Vibbert - https://www.marievibbert.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Zara Kand - theme music by Dain Luscombe - Simultaneo…

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Digital Echoes: The Evolution of Audio Post Production with Mike and Izabela Russell 41:24

4M ago41:24

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Send us a text In this episode, Mike and Isabela Russell discuss their extensive history in audio production including their work in radio and podcasting. We explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI voices and cloning. Izabela and Mike then begin to discuss the impact of AI tools on audio workflows and the importance of creativity a…

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Pacing Pixels: Avoiding Crunch in Creative Work with Brian Maffitt 34:24

5M ago34:24

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Send us a text Brian Maffitt is an Award-winning designer and animator. He's created software that is used throughout the industry in commercials and film including some of your favorite filters in After Effects. Brian has personally presented, directed or produced more than 1000 hours of video training. In this episode, he discusses the role of cr…

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In the Edit Room with Rosanne Tan: Staying Objective and Inspired 30:10

5M ago30:10

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Send us a text In this conversation, Nick sits down with Rosanne Tan, ACE, a film and television editor best known for her work on Homecoming, Mr. Robot, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Hawkeye, and Ahsoka. She shares insights into her editing workflow starting from production, including her favorite parts of the process. Rosanne also talks abou…

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Episode 74: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.74 - Eric Fomley & Tonya R. Moore 19:58

5M ago19:58

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Stories featured in this episode: Control by Eric Fomley - https://ericfomleyblog.wordpress.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Halfway House by Tonya R. Moore - https://tonyarmoore.com/ - music by Patrick Urn - https://morlox.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jenna Hanchey - theme music by Dain Luscombe - …

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Boredom is the Bedrock of Creativity with Chris Do 49:50

5M ago49:50

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Send us a text In this first episode of Flow State, Chris Do and Nick discuss the definition of creativity and its importance in problem-solving. They explore the connection between boredom and creativity, highlighting the role of the subconscious mind in making creative connections. Chris shares his insights on creating a conducive environment for…

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Episode 73: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.73 - Akua Lezli Hope, Robert Silverberg, Pedro Iniguez 30:51

6M ago30:51

30:51

Special six year anniversary episode in collaboration with Worlds of IF Magazine bringing you works from the pages of Worlds of IF Magazine #177 https://worldsofifmagazine.com/ - Story and poetry featured in this episode: Contact by Akua Lezli Hope - https://akualezlihope.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - re…

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Episode 72: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.72 - Eugen Bacon & Todd Sullivan 19:06

7M ago19:06

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Stories featured in this episode: A Good Ball by Eugen Bacon - https://eugenbacon.com - 1st appeared in The Road to Woop Woop & Other Stories from Meerkat Press - https://meerkatpress.com/books/the-road/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Shards of Glass by Todd Sullivan - https://www.m…

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Episode 71: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.71 - KC Grifant & Jenna Hanchey 26:27

8M ago26:27

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Stories featured in this episode: Cynscout by KC Grifant - https://scifiwri.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Almost-Activation of Ruby Valentine's Catastrophe Machine by Jenna Hanchey - https://jennahanchey.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by t…

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Episode 70: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.70 - Tara Campbell & Jean-Paul L. Garnier 24:50

9M ago24:50

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Stories featured in this episode: I Hope I Call You Back by Tara Campbell - http://taracampbell.com - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Heather Morgan - The Escape by Jean-Paul L. Garnier - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by the author - theme music by Dain Luscombe - Simultaneous …

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Episode 69: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.69 - Pedro Iniguez & Tobias S. Buckell 35:41

10M ago35:41

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Stories featured in this episode: The Seeds of Foundation by Pedro Iniguez - https://pedroiniguezauthor.com/ - music by Patrick Urn - https://morlox.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Man Who Spoke by Tobias S. Buckell - https://tobiasbuckell.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme …

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Episode 68: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.68 - Marie Vibbert, Michael Butterworth, & Tonya R. Moore 21:58

11M ago21:58

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Stories featured in this episode: This is an Optimistic Science Fiction Story About the Future by Marie Vibbert - https://www.marievibbert.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Space Radio by Michael Butterworth - https://michael-butterworth.co.uk/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://pho…

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Episode 67: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.67 - Jenna Hanchey & Abigail Guerrero 20:41

1y ago20:41

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From the pages of Radon Journal - https://www.radonjournal.com/ - Stories featured in this episode: Hello This is Automatic Antigrief by Jenna Hanchey - https://jennahanchey.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ read by Zara Kand - Lost in Transcription by Abigail Guerrero - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogma…

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Episode 66: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.66 - Mike Morgan & Mark Soden Jr. 25:43

1y ago25:43

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Stories featured in this episode: Cost of Living by Mike Morgan - https://perpetualstateofmildpanic.wordpress.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - We're All Family Here by Mark Soden Jr. - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by the author - theme music by Dain L…

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Episode 65: Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times Ep.65 - F.J. Bergmann & Eric Fomley 23:34

1y ago23:34

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Stories featured in this episode: The Sport of Snails by F.J. Bergmann - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Hollow Hearts by Eric Fomley - https://ericfomley.com/ music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme music by Dain Luscombe - Simultaneous Tim…

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