Teralon Talks

In episode 24, we're excited to welcome Kornel Flint, a seasoned London-based photographer, cinematographer, and self-shooting producer-director. Listen in as we journey through Kornel's inspiring career trajectory, exploring how he went from working in a print shop to becoming an influential figure in the creative industry. His captivating narrative will offer you insight into the struggles, triumphs, and resilience that has shaped his career. We touch on his roots, his move from Poland to London, and how his first job as a printer at Snappy Snaps was a stepping stone to discovering his mentor, Simeon Quarrie.

Join us as we continue our enlightening discussion with Kornel, discussing the value of diversifying skills in the creative industry. You'll learn about the importance of reaching out to potential employers and how this brave approach has been pivotal in his successful career. His unique perspective on being a jack of all trades versus a master of one is particularly compelling and offers food for thought for anyone looking to make a name for themselves in the creative world.

We round off our conversation by exploring a very personal aspect of Kornel's life - his ADHD diagnosis earlier this year. He candidly shares how he has turned what could be seen as a disadvantage into a positive asset in his career, thriving in a busy mind and constantly seeking out new opportunities. We discuss the importance of finding gratification in work, and how this keeps him focused and successful in his career. This is an episode that will leave you inspired, motivated, and brimming with ideas. So tune in, and embark on this fascinating journey with us and Kornel Flint!

On episode 23, full-time content creator, Luca Peterson, joins us to share his journey from a career in finance to an inspiring content creator. As we traverse Luca's evolution, we discuss his inspiration from YouTube creators such as Sam Kolder, Peter McKinnon, Alan Pallander, and Andreas Hemmel, and how he navigated his way into photography and videography. Discover how Luca builds his personal brand, interacts with his community, and the critical role his team plays in his content creation process. You'll also gain insight into his aspiration to guide the next generation of content creators.

Listen in as we dissect the art of learning and emulating in creative videos. Luca shares his experiences trying to recreate others' work and how it helped him hone his skills. We further explore how his style has evolved over time, the influence of his background, and the importance of repetition in learning. We also discuss the challenge of producing original ideas in a constantly changing digital landscape.

As we round off our discussion, Luca and I emphasize the importance of balancing work, happiness, and priorities. We explore the concept of planning your day, making time for fitness and health, and scheduling fun activities. We delve into the challenge of creating truly original ideas, and the role of mentors and focus in achieving this. Luca also shares some of his remarkable experiences, such as being invited to the F1 by Red Bull and filming a music video in Iceland. Lastly, we discuss the power of collective decision-making and leveraging social media to build an audience and resonate with them.

Unveil the mysteries surrounding the application of AI in content creation in this engaging episode of Teralon Talks. Listen in as our host, Perry along with his guests, Freddie and Julian, take you behind the scenes of the creation of an AI-produced podcast episode. We discuss how we used AI tools to generate the script and even create a unique voice for our podcast. But it isn't all about letting AI do all the work - discover how a human touch is crucial in crafting engaging content.

Join us as we explore the diverse applications of AI, from email automation and photo editing to text generation and even creating unique voices for podcasts. We discuss software like Runway AI and After Effects and ponder the potential of AI-based video editing software. But, we don't shy away from the challenges and limitations associated with using AI, such as the cost and accuracy of speech synthesis and the difficulty in replacing elements in video.

As we navigate the dicey terrain of deepfakes and the importance of identity verification, we also share our experiences of organizing a charity event for Shout and our projects for the London Marathon and Ride London. Finally, we look back on our journey and express our gratitude to our listeners for being part of the Teralon Talks community.

Welcome to a special episode of Teralon Talks! Episode 21 is a groundbreaking experiment, where we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential in content creation. Join host Perry Perkins as he explores the transformative power of AI in this scripted and voiced episode, entirely crafted by various AI tools. Discover how AI revolutionizes content production, distribution, and audience engagement, and gain insights into the collaborative future of AI-human partnerships.

Host: Perry Perkins (AI Voicecopy)

Guest: Alex (AI)

Script: ChatGPT and Bard

Voiceover: Play.ht

Shownotes, Summary and Episode Title: Recast Studio

On episode 20 of Teralon Talks, we're joined by Food Stylist and Consultant, Sal Henley. From the start, Sal was quick to set up her own company after a degree in Food Marketing and a Diploma in Food & Wine, and after 25 years she has worked alongside some accomplished businesses. Recent clients include Tesco, M&S, Huel, Baileys, and Haagen Dazs ‚Äď just to name a few! Day-to-day, week-to-week Sal could be doing anything from recipe development, food styling, menu creation, exhibitions, and cooking demonstrations. It's safe to say that she absolutely loves the diversity of her job and the freedom it offers, to work anywhere in the world. Sal‚Äôs appetite for food extends into her social life; she loves entertaining friends and family and exploring up-and-coming restaurants/bars around the country. With all this food and drink being consumed Sal likes to [needs to!] stay active: skiing, cold water swimming, spinning, and paddle boarding ‚Äď however, she hasn‚Äôt quite mastered not falling off the paddleboard, yet!

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Our Guest:

Sal Henley

http://www.salhenley.co.uk/

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Our Host:

Perry Perkins

https://www.instagram.com/digitalperk/

On episode 19 of Teralon Talks, we're joined by an exceptional talent in the music industry, Karel Psota. Karel is a French music producer based in LA, known for his incredible trailer music and sound design. You've probably heard his work in trailers for your favorite games like Call Of Duty, Apex, and Valorant, as well as blockbuster movies like Shazam, She-Hulk, Wonder Woman, and Men In Black. His samples have been used in over 400 films, shows, and games. His influences include Daft Punk, Madeon, Mick Gordon, 2WEI, and Justice. This episode delves into his journey, his inspiration, and the parallels between sound and video.

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Our Guest:

Karel Psota

https://www.karelpsota.com/

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Our Host:

Perry Perkins

https://www.instagram.com/digitalperk/

In Episode 18 of Teralon Talks our host, Perry, delves into the world of Filmstore, an equipment rental company for TV and Film production. Join us as we sit down with Jack and Corey to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to work in the film rental industry. We'll discuss their favorite projects, logistics, breaking into the industry, education, challenges, and more. This episode provides a unique perspective on the film industry and offers insights into the world of film production. Whether you're interested in the film industry or just curious about a unique career field, this episode of Teralon Talks is a must-listen.

Corey Webb // Operations Director // Film Store Rental

Broadcast hire specialist with over a decade of industry experience including Video Europe, ProCam, and S&O. Corey’s long-held industry experience and passion for broadcast technology have earned him a great reputation as a trusted and sought-after specialist in the rental market. With a practical grounding in technical support, Corey’s early career as a kit room driver and technician have ideally placed him to oversee a curriculum of teaching as part of the Film Store Camera Trainee Programme.

Exceptionally skilled in organisational systems, strategic planning, and technical workflows, Corey facilitates hires and ensures outstanding customer support. Responsible for the daily operational requirements of the business with an emphasis on the overview between the London and Bristol offices, Corey contributes to strategic direction as well as informing technical spending and equipment acquisitions.

Jack Pedley // Projects Co-ordinator // Film Store Rental

Jack has a background in media technology and IT, together with training in creative production at the Met Film school. Successfully established in the camera rental industry, Jack has held several client-facing roles at facilities houses including Procam and Shoot Blue, before joining Film Store Rental’s commercial team as Projects Co-ordinator.

With a well-travelled and extensive customer-service career, Jack offers a unique perspective and strong competitive instincts to business retention. He has built up trusted relationships with many high-profile clients including Warner Brothers, Universal and the BBC, working closely with them to ensure the vital behind-the-scenes support on logistics, crewing, and cost-effective equipment specifications. Recent successes include the David Beckham / Disney Plus series: ‚ÄėSave our Squad‚Äô, the long-running BBC favourite, ‚ÄėRepair Shop‚Äô, and the flagship project based BBC Programme ‚ÄėInterior Design Masters‚Äô.

On this episode of Teralon Talks, Peter Griffin, Stewie, and Smeagol make an appearance as we introduce Max Williams. Our newest member of the Teralon Team, Max came on board as our junior editor. A creative enthusiast with a knack for voice impressions, Max shares his insight into the video editing career field, what it's like having worked in the US and the UK, samples some of his favourite voices, and so much more.

On this episode of Teralon Talks, Dan and Charlie join us to take a look into the animation industry. With both of their entire careers based in animation, the last 5 years have seen Dan and Charlie start their own studio, Ritzy Animation, based in London. They offer valuable insight into everything that goes into the animation process, what animation can do for you or your business, their opinions on the best ways to go about making a career in this creative field, and so much more.

Toby Harris, a London cinematographer with twelve years of experience in the film industry, joins this month's episode. Having worked on feature films, documentaries, television drama and reality series, commercials and music videos, Toby shares his personal experience and insight into how one might become a Cinematographer. He highlights the importance of storytelling and gives his opinion on a heated topic; defining the difference between a Videographer and Cinematographer.