I reached out to Vickie Eisenstein a couple of weeks ago, and I can't believe she agreed to come be a guest on this episode. She is prolific in her content creator journey, has had so many years of experience in hosting, producing, and sharing content on social media, and is overall just a joy to speak with. We dive into all of this and more - including some pitfalls to avoid - in today's episode.

My Links!

DM Me on Instagram! @thelouisluong

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Vickie's Links!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickiecomedy/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vickiecomedy/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/vickiecomedy

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickieeisenstein/

Website: http://vickieeisenstein.com/

Hey everyone! This week, I'm uploading a very old interview I recorded with Brian Estacio in August of 2021. Brian was looking for some advice on running a video production business, so we hopped on a call and I shared some advice that helped me get to where I am today! Even though this was filmed almost 1.5 years ago, a lot of what I said is still relevant now in 2023. Also, because this was filmed on an older setup and Brian was a Zoom guest, the audio quality may not sound normal. But, I did use Adobe Podcast AI to try and recover it... Let me know if you notice any quality differences!

My Links:

Instagram: @thelouisluong

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/louismluong/

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Brian's Links:

Instagram: @manila_pictures

Audio Gear:

Zoom Podtrak P4: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08F8HL7T7?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Samson Technologies Q2U Dynamic Microphone: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001R747SG?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Audio-Technica ATH-M20X Headphones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVLUR18?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Hey everyone! This week I didn't have a guest interview, so I decided to give you a straight-to-microphone tutorial on how to start up a podcast of your own from scratch! I go over everything from gear to sourcing guests to how to create cover art to podcast distribution in this episode.

Once again, please let me know your thoughts and opinions on this episode! I'm trying all different types of formats out and experimenting at the moment, so (mostly) all feedback is good feedback :)

My Links:

Instagram: @thelouisluong

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/louismluong/

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Audio Gear:

Zoom Podtrak P4: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08F8HL7T7?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Samson Technologies Q2U Dynamic Microphone: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001R747SG?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Audio-Technica ATH-M20X Headphones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVLUR18?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Today I have the honor and pleasure of interviewing Max Balter, a well-experienced film director who just moved to Los Angeles. We talk about the differences between the Ukrainian film industry and Hollywood, how to succeed in an industry as competitive as film, and the mindsets Max adopted in order to achieve his goals. He's also just such an incredibly nice and humble guy. Just wanted to say that here in this description because why not? It's my show.

My Links!

DM Me on Instagram! @thelouisluong

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Max's Links!

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maximbalter/

Portfolio: www.vimeo.com/maxbalter

In this episode, a good friend and collaborator of mine, Caden Turner, talks about the trials and tribulations of what it's like being a YouTuber, Twitch Streamer, and Meme Page connoisseur. We reminisce on old projects, he talks about his struggles with virality, and he debates on whether the journey was worth the strife.

The link to all our Investigative Reporting Episodes on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vf3zRt2MYzQ

My Links!

DM Me on Instagram! @thelouisluong

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Caden's Links!

Twitter: @casual_caden

YouTube: Casual Caden

Here's a conversation I had with my friend, exceptional photographer & videographer, Michael Cummings. Michael is one year my junior and is currently on a very similar path to me when I was in his position - especially now that he's a senior at Drake University. We talk about the trials & tribulations of creating content, how we've learned what we've learned, and how we've been trying to balance our regular lives with our professional ones.

DM Me on IG! @louisluongproductions

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Michaels's Links!

Instagram: @macmedia121

Website: www.macmedia121.com

Last year, I met with a good friend and fellow Drake student (at the time), Hannah Gromen! In this 90 minute conversation, we talked about everything including the start of my own filmmaking journey, the value of her undergraduate digital media degree in today's world, and other personal information that I'm honestly surprised we brought up. 

The audio from my microphone on my end got blown out around the 30-minute mark, so I apologize. I thought the conversation was still good enough to keep the whole thing. But I also do understand if it's too annoying to listen to.

DM me on IG! @louisluongproductions

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

It's been so long and I apologize! I recorded this episode (and a few more) over a year ago and am now starting to get around to uploading them. In this episode, I talk with fellow videographer & video strategist Daniel Rivera from Take 10 Video. We discuss everything from our common beginnings, to learning how to get commercial gigs, to a huge betrayal from his employer/start-up partner that forever changed the trajectory of his entrepreneurial career.

IG DM Me! @louisluongproductions

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Daniel's Links!

Instagram: @take10video

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.take10video.com

Today we sit down with Zusha Goldin, a photographer for celebrities and business executives! We talk about what it was like working with Charli D'Amelio, being consistent on social media, and the power of referrals. I hope you enjoy and leave a review to let me know what you thought! 

IG DM Me! @louisluongproductions

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/

Zusha's Links! 

Instagram: @zushagoldin

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zushagoldin/

Website: https://www.zushagoldin.com/

Today we sit down with video marketing strategist, Alex Minor. We talk about the importance of quality audio in a video, how humility can be leverage on social media, and the power of being a thought expert in your field. I hope you enjoy and leave a review to let me know what you thought! 

IG DM Me! @louisluongproductions

Text Me! (949)-771-5539

Email Me! [email protected]

Website: https://www.louisluongproductions.com/ 

Alex's Links!

www.youtube.com/alxmnr

www.eyeammedia.com

www.linkedin.com/in/alexminor

www.instagram.com/thealexminor