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What is a gaffer and how do you become one?
Just ask Adam Chambers, the Chief Lighting Technician who's quickly become Hoyte Van Hoytema's right hand man. He's worked with some of the top DP's in the world and has some of the most incredible stories about working in the industry. Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Chambers about his incredible journey from selling drugs to rock stars to directing award winning shoots as a man named Whitey Bel-Air III.
Please meet Adam Chambers & the ballad of Whitey Bel-Air III.

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Host Jonny Diaz reviews the TV Mini-Series, Fleishman is in Trouble. 
Starring, Jesse Eisenberg, Libby Epstein, Calire Danes Adam Brody and more.
Based one a book by Taffy Brodesser-Akner.

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Join host Jonny Diaz as he welcomes Jack Keslow to review the films: 
Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Focus (2015). Find out why we chose these films and if they were watching!

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In every major movie production, you need to rent gear.
No other rental gear is more important on set than the camera!
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Jack Keslow of Keslow Camera.
Keslow Camera has rented its cinematic cameras to some of the most prestigious productions in the world. Find out how it all works and visit: www.KeslowCamera.com

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At 74 years old,  pole dancer Starr Wise has no signs of slowing down. In fact, she's just getting started. After recently performing to a sold out crowd in Los Angeles, Wise is looking to keep pursing her pole dancing game despite what the haters say.
Listen & enjoy Wise's incredibly inspiring story. Follow Starr on Instagram at @Starr.Wise

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On this episode of Art Appreciation, host Jonny Diaz  makes his picks for the 2023 Academy Awards. He also reviews the film, The Whale  and The Father . Two wonderful films that aren't for the faint of heart. *Spoilers* 

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Ever wonder how to get your start into the Camera Department?
Join host Jonny Diaz as he interviews Marvin Villa who is just starting his journey into the camera department. Marvin has worked on such shows as Snowfall, Yellowstone 1923, and several more. Check out this episode on how he got his start.

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Actor Jason Economus sits down with host Jonny Diaz to discuss their film 20 Something. The film is about a man who writes a love letter to all the women he dated while in his 20s. Jason also discusses his philosophy on acting. 
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What does a Producer actually do? And how do you become one? 
 Caleb Duffy started his career as an intern for the sound department on the film,
"Man on the Moon" starring Jim Carrey.  After years of working in the Location Department, Caleb shares his story on how he climbed his way up the Hollywood hills. Tune in as we go above the line to find out what it takes to be a producer.  Hosted by Jonny Diaz.

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What happens when an actor wants to keep their prop?
How does product placement work?
What happens when your director wants you to print fake money?

We dive back in to part 2 of our interview with retired Prop Master Frank Escobedo.
On this episode he discusses making custom gun holders, and what do actors really drink if they're not sipping whiskey?

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