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Episodes
36 episodes
Godox LiteWafer Review: Overwhelming Power, Slim Profile
Lighting technology often forces a choice between portability and raw output, leaving creators to struggle with bulky fixtures or underpowered panels. The Godox LiteWafer UP150R challenges this trade-off by packing 20,400 lux into a housing les...
How Podcasters Grow: Strategy, Guests, And Ads
Tired of copy-paste podcast advice that never fits your workflow? We sat down with multilingual podcast strategist Ana Xavier and video-first producer Sam Lewandowski to chart a smarter way to grow: build a plan that respects your capacity, you...
How A Cinematographer Built A Business Filming Court-Testimony
Courtroom drama looks glamorous on TV, but the real pressure often sits behind the lens. We sit down with David, a cinematographer who traded background roles and commercial shoots for a surprising specialty: filming legal depositions where you...
How An Audio Engineer Built A Lean, Portable Podcast Workflow
Want audio people won’t skip? We sit down with Adam, an audio engineer turned podcast producer, to unpack the habits, gear, and decisions that keep listeners hooked. From a marching band beginning to editing for an iHeart-acquired show, Adam sh...
Cinema Starts with Support
What if the missing piece in your image isn’t your camera or your lens, but the way you hold the frame? We sit down with Tanner from Miller to pull back the curtain on tripods, fluid heads, and the surprising role support gear plays in cinemati...
From DSLR to DIY Studio: How to Build Your Visual Brand
What if your camera, your room, and your presence quietly told the audience, “You can trust me” before you say a word? Brooke sits down with home studio architect and longtime photographer Junaid Ahmed to unpack how light, composition, and inte...
Scaling Up Solo: Travis Peeples' Production Playbook
Your favorite shot might not survive the final cut, and that’s a good thing. We sit down with filmmaker and producer Travis Peeples to explore the real work behind great video: training crews from zero, upgrading underpowered gear with patience...
The Four Keys to Any Podcast
Start with four questions, build a room, and make something unforgettable. That’s the heartbeat of our talk with Ti King, co-founder of the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative, board member at The Podcast Academy, and producer of issue‑driven, docum...
International Podcast Day: Testing Our Podcast Knowledge
Quiz time! Our PodcastVideos.com team comes together to celebrate International Podcast Day with a friendly but competitive trivia challenge that tests our knowledge of podcasting history. The office is divided into Team P and Team V, battling ...
DIY Studio Setup Secret
What if creating professional-looking videos didn't require becoming a filmmaker? That's the question Dan Bennett answered when he transformed his high-end production experience into Hot Sauce Video, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs...
Behind the Mic: Prep, Personality, and Persistence
From unpaid intern to professional podcast host, Emma Irwin's journey into podcasting reveals the unexpected twists that can shape a career. In this engaging conversation, Emma shares how a college internship with retail podcast Omni Talk spark...
Real Advice New Podcasters Need
What advice would experienced podcasters give to someone just starting? That's the question we took to Podcast Movement, gathering wisdom from creators who've been in the trenches and know what truly matters for podcast success."Shoot e...
Inside the Gear at Podcast Movement
Stepping onto the bustling floor of Podcast Movement reveals the beating heart of our industry—where innovation meets passion and creativity flourishes. This episode takes you behind the scenes of the premier podcasting conference, uncovering g...
Event Media: Shooting and Scaling Without a Big Crew
What happens when a lifelong drummer picks up a camera? In this captivating conversation with Travis Smith, we explore the fascinating intersection of musicianship and visual storytelling that has shaped his unique approach to content creation....
Darkroom to DSLR: Portraits, Light, and Client Comfort
What makes a photograph truly timeless? In this captivating conversation, we sit down with professional photographer Natalie Whitehead, who shares her remarkable journey from darkroom days to digital mastery.Natalie's story begins at ju...
Sports Journalism’s Leap from Print to Pocket
Brandon Marcello couldn't have predicted his journey would lead to national sports coverage for CBS Sports. What began with covering high school football games for beer money as a college student evolved into a career that mirrors the transform...
Light, Composition, and the Art of Visual Storytelling
Ever wondered how filmmakers navigated the shift from physical tapes to digital cinema? Brian Hill takes us through his unexpected journey from science labs to global documentary shoots across 40+ countries.Brian's story begins with a b...
Welcome to the Machine: AI’s Grip on the Future?
What happens when machines become smarter than Einstein? Could artificial intelligence herald a utopian future or trigger our extinction? These aren't just sci-fi movie premises anymore; they're questions facing us today as AI development accel...
The Phone Revolution: Creating Professional Content Without Expensive Gear
Ever wondered if you really need expensive equipment to create professional-looking videos? Videographer JT Taylor crushes this misconception in our latest episode, sharing how smartphones and affordable accessories can produce stunning content...
From Two to Six: The Ultimate Podcast Mobile Kit Upgrade
Ready to take your podcast on the road with professional quality? Our latest Autofocus episode unveils the significant upgrades to our mobile recording kits, expanding capabilities from just two people to a full six-person setup without sacrifi...
Eyes Up: How Teleprompters Change the Remote Game
Ever struggled with looking directly at your camera while trying to see your remote podcast guest? You're not alone. In this equipment spotlight, Brooke and Dan dive into our latest studio upgrade – a teleprompter that's revolutionizing how our...
Accidental Podcaster: How a Retail Expert Found His Voice
What does it take for a non-broadcaster to create a successful podcast? Andy Wilson, host of "Doing Business in Bentonville," shares the remarkable journey of hitting 100 episodes—a milestone that just 5% of podcasters ever reach.Andy's...
B-Roll: Elevating Your Video Game
The difference between amateur-looking videos and professional productions often comes down to one simple technique: B-roll. This game-changing approach to visual storytelling forms the centerpiece of our fascinating conversation with in-house ...