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#71 The TRUTH about AI & Filmmaking (Nobody Tells You) with Jim Geduldick
Season 1 · Episode 71
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 • Duration 02:00:50
Jim Geduldick has been behind some of the biggest productions in Hollywood, bringing together his background in cinematography, VFX, and tech. He’s one of the go-to voices in virtual production using tools like Unreal Engine to change how films, shows, and even live events come to life. Jim’s career sits right at the intersection of filmmaking and innovation, making him a key figure in how the industry is evolving.
In this episode, Jim joins us to explore the world of virtual production, how it has grown, where AI fits into the future of filmmaking, and why the basics of storytelling still matter. We also talk about the value of being a generalist, the lessons learned from remaking the masters, and how new technology is giving creators more freedom to experiment.
Episode 71 Timestamps:
00:00 – How Virtual Production Is Quietly Changing Hollywood
13:36 – Virtual Production Explained (What Nobody Tells You)
19:08 – Who Will Win This Next Decade: Generalist or Specialist?
26:05 – The Secret to Landing Every Job (Revealed Here)
33:40 – The Hidden Power of Real-Time Tech You’re Not Using Yet
41:13 – Why Real-Time 3D Is the New Golden Ticket for Creators
54:35 – Why AI Could Flip Hollywood Upside Down
1:06:02 – Most Creators Won’t Survive AI (Here’s How You Can)
1:23:17 – How to Break Into Filmmaking in 2025 (What Works Now)
1:33:35 – The Overlooked Habit Every Great Artist Had (And You Don’t)
1:40:11 – Unreal Engine Like You’ve Never Seen It Before
1:53:13 – What Jim Is Secretly Working on Next
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#70 Blender Guru: The PROVEN way to WIN as a 3D Artist in 2025
Season 1 · Episode 70
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 • Duration 01:29:20
Andrew Price, better known as Blender Guru is one of the most influential educators in the 3D world. What began as a YouTube channel teaching the basics of Blender has evolved into a global classroom, guiding millions of artists through tutorials. His iconic Donut Tutorial has become a rite of passage for beginners. He is back for round 2 to the Bad Decisions Podcast.
In this episode, Andrew sits down with us to unpack SIGGRAPH 2025 and the big question: Will AI take over 3D? From Blender’s newest tools to AI in storytelling and the rise of indie creators, we explore what these changes really mean for the creative industry.
Episode 70 Timestamps:
00:00 – Trailer
01:15 – Blender's New Super Power
05:45 – The Wildest Tech Andrew Saw At SIGGRAPH 2025
08:28 – Is Ready Player One A Real Thing Now?! (Must Watch)
15:15 – The Surprising Advice Andrew Would Give His Kids
18:58 – The Secret Shift That’s About to Change Storytelling FOREVER
24:54 – Why Big Studios Should Fear What’s Coming Next
29:59 – How One Creator Can Now Beat Hollywood at Its Own Game
35:15 – The Single Skill That Could Make or Break Your Career
38:48 – The Strange New Tech That Might Kill Filmmaking as We Know It
44:28 – What VR Could Look Like in 10 Years (It’s Not What You Think)
46:08 – The Controversial Truth About AI Relationships
50:11 – This Is How You’ll Watch Movies in the Future
56:30 – Andrew Price Reveals His Biggest Career Failure
#61 How is Gawx so CREATIVE ?
Season 1 · Episode 61
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 • Duration 01:15:03
Gawx, artist and filmmaker, has rapidly gained prominence on YouTube through his distinctive blend of illustration and cinematography. His channel, Gawx Art, boasts over 2.3 million subscribers, captivated by his unique cartoons and cinematic style. Beyond digital platforms, Gawx has custom-designed items such as sneakers and skateboard decks, showcasing his versatility and creative reach.
In this episode, Gawx shares his journey of balancing school and content creation, building a unique style, and staying authentic. He opens up about the creative risks he’s taken, how he battles artistic blocks, and how cinema and travel fuel his inspiration.
Episode 61 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:11 The Origin Of Gawx's "So Today!"
00:06:04 How Being Authentic Can Actually Solidify Your Brand
00:08:50 How Gawx Balanced School & YouTube
00:14:45 THIS Was Gawx's Bad Decision
00:17:33 How Pressure Fueled Gawx’s YouTube Success
00:20:31 How Balancing Work & Rest Can Lead To Genius
00:21:47 Gawx Reveals How Films Inspire His YouTube Masterpieces
00:23:05 Creating For The Algorithm VS Authentic Storytelling
00:26:35 Gawx Does THIS To Turn Discouragement Into Inspiration
00:29:13 Gawx's Biggest Failure & Overcoming It
00:31:53 THIS Is Gawx's Workflow For Every Video
00:36:11 Gawx's Masterful Way To Integrate Sponsors (STEAL THIS)
00:40:48 Gawx's Secret To Overcome Creative Blocks
00:41:46 How Setting Deadlines Led To Gawx's Success
#60 How TECH is Transforming Live Shows with Joris Corthout
Season 1 · Episode 60
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 • Duration 01:25:48
Joris Corthout, CEO of Prismax, has been instrumental in revolutionizing the technology behind some of the largest live events. Under his leadership, Prismax has been the exclusive content and live video operator for Tomorrowland since 2014, delivering immersive experiences for one of the world's most renowned music festivals.
We discussed the evolution of immersive technologies, particularly in the context of major music festivals like Tomorrowland. He shares insights on how technology has transformed live entertainment, the integration of real-time visuals using Unreal Engine, and the future of virtual festivals. The discussion also touches on the changing dynamics of music festivals, where visuals are becoming increasingly prominent.
Episode 60 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:38 Remembering out FIRST Interaction
00:08:53 The Story of Tomorrowland Digital
00:11:05 Understanding XLive & How It Is Revolutionizing Live Events
00:15:53 Joris Breaks down How A Tomorrowland Stage Works
00:17:43 Joris Reveals the Magic of Visual Illusions in Live Events
00:21:15 The SECRET Behind Tomorrowland’s Success
00:24:23 The Future Of Live Events & VR Experiences
00:32:11 What AI Means for the Future
00:36:18 Live Events Will Never Be the Same—Here’s Why!
00:42:41 THIS Is Essential for a Career in Virtual Production
00:50:05 Unreal Engine's Incredible Versatility
00:56:28 How Joris Handles Big Clients and Their Demands
01:01:26 From providing Services to Creating Products
#59 The Importance of Visuals at EDM Events with Sean Bowes
Season 1 · Episode 59
Friday, November 22, 2024 • Duration 01:16:04
Sean Bowes is a concert visual designer specializing in creating impactful animation and real-time content that elevates live music experiences. He has worked as a house VJ at major festivals such as EDC Vegas, Orlando, Mexico, and China, Rolling Loud Thailand, and various Insomniac events like Escape and Beyond Wonderland. Sean has also created animated visuals for top-tier artists, including Shakira, Excision, Rüfüs Du Sol, Korn, Coheed & Cambria, Tiësto, and Kygo.
In this episode, Sean talks about how he broke into the industry and mastered the art and science of live visuals. He reveals how he prepares for massive EDM festivals and balances automation with real-time creativity. Sean also opens up about the challenges of freelancing and setting goals.
Episode 59 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:08 Sean's VJing Journey
00:05:59 How Sean Kickstarted His VJing Career
00:10:05 If you don't have Clients, Listen to this!
00:17:18 Moving to LA: Sean Chasing his Dreams
00:22:00 If You Want to FREELANCE Watch This!
00:30:30 How Sean Set Goals & Overcame BIG Career Challenges
00:38:02 The Tricks Sean Uses to Make Concert Visuals Unforgettable
00:44:34 What Really Sets Big Music Festivals Apart from Small Ones
00:47:34 Automation in VJing & The Future of Live Performance
00:55:05 How Visuals Are Revolutionizing the Future of Live Performances
00:57:35 Sean’s Secrets to Flawless Teamwork During Live Performances
01:01:15 Sean's Crazy Story (Happens In EVERY SHOW)
#58 Filmmaking without Hollywood BUDGETS with William Baker
Season 1 · Episode 58
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 • Duration 01:10:16
William H Baker is an independent Filmmaker (aka. Pro Improviser) who is known for his inventive recreations of iconic movie scenes using practical effects and everyday materials. His Youtube channel features projects like replicating the nuclear explosion from "Oppenheimer" without CGI, which has garnered millions of views. William's innovative approach has attracted a substantial following, with over 700,000 followers across Instagram, and YouTube.
Episode 58 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:05:08 William's Origin Story
00:07:37 Skipping College
00:11:37 THIS Is The Reason William Blew Up On Social Media
00:16:38 Why the Oppenheimer Video Was So Successful
00:20:20 This Is How William Dominated Short & Long-Form Content
00:22:44 William Explains How To RECREATE A Hollywood Shot
00:30:08 Is Film School Worth It?
00:34:31 How William Manages Failure And Wins
00:37:42 THIS Is How Much $$ William spent on his Videos
00:42:01 How long does William spend on each Shot?
00:45:34 William's Take On Using AI For Filmmaking
00:49:54 How William Makes Money With Social Media
00:55:35 Breaking The Code Of DMX Lighting Controls
00:58:56 How the Future Looks Like For William
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#57 The Founder who AUTOMATED Content Creation using AI with Varun Mayya
Season 1 · Episode 57
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 01:23:50
Varun Mayya is an entrepreneur and content creator known for his work in the technology and education sectors. He’s grown by 100,000 followers in the last 30 days and gets 60+ million views per month using his AI clone.
@VarunMayya founded Aeos Labs, a startup that handles everything from product development to marketing. Additionally, he helps entrepreneurs build software, content, small companies, and freelancing careers with actionable advice.
Episode 57 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:01 How Varun Uses AI To Accelerate Content Creation
00:09:14 Varun's Content Creation Strategy Using AI (MUST WATCH)
00:22:48 How To Fine-Tune An AI Model
00:30:08 The Future Of Video Editing With AI
00:40:11 Varun's Advice To Upcoming Content Creators
00:45:29 Is AI Unethical? Is AI Stealing From Artists?
00:53:07 When Engineering Meets Art
00:58:27 Varun's Crazy Work Regime
00:59:35 Book Recommendations!
01:05:22 How Varun Is Using AI To Manage His Companies
01:12:40 The Real Value Of Having A Distribution Machine
01:15:11 How Varun Does his Research for Content
01:16:56 How To Collab & Work With Other Companies
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Neo is a Creative Director and VFX Artist who has worked with Top-Tier brands and celebrities like Netflix, Will Smith, David Guetta, PlayStation and many more! Neo 's unique artistic style stands out so much so that it has gathered millions of views across all social media platforms. In this episode, we dive deep into Neo's journey and also talk about how he developed his unique style, his approach to learning new skills, and his insights on working with top brands.
Episode 56 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:21 The Origin Story Of Neo
00:14:27 Neo's SECRET Marketing Strategy
00:19:06 How Did Neo Level Up His 3D Game & Learned Unreal Engine
00:27:28 Neo Drops His Creative Secrets (MUST WATCH)
00:33:12 Breaking Down Neo's Viral Videos
00:40:56 How Neo Works with Brands & Takes Crazy Risks
00:51:11 How Neo Travels The World As An Artist
00:57:06 How To Be Inspired & Discover Your Unique Style
01:01:42 Keeping your Identity while Working with Brands
01:05:00 Understanding How To Keep Your Art Unique
01:14:28 Navigating Negative Feedback
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#55 Cinematography & Virtual Production in Unreal Engine with Matt Workman
Season 1 · Episode 55
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • Duration 01:31:54
Matt Workman is a cinematographer and virtual production pioneer, known for his viral videos showcasing Unreal Engine, Metahumans, motion capture, and cutting-edge virtual production tools. He’s also the creator of Cine Tracer, an innovative software that empowers filmmakers to plan and visualize scenes with ease. Through his YouTube channel, @CinematographyDatabase and other social media platforms, he educates and inspires filmmakers about the potential of virtual production, helping to make complex filmmaking techniques more accessible to a broader audience.
Episode 55 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:05 Matt's First Spark Into the Creative World
00:05:13 Matt's Early Hustle In the Film Industry
00:08:54 How Posting Your Work Can Create AMAZING Opportunities
00:14:04 This is How Matt Started His 3D Journey
00:18:34 Matt Shares His PREVIS Hustle While Being a DP
00:22:23 Using Previs and Unreal Engine to Land Clients
00:25:00 Building Cine Tracer
00:29:03 Transition From Traditional Cinematographer To Virtual Production
00:30:48 The BIG Problem Cine Tracer Solved
00:33:29 Matt's Biggest Challenge When Building Cine Tracer
00:42:31 Matt's New Project
00:47:36 The Truth About Being a Generalist (Is Not What You Think)
00:54:26 The Lessons Matt Learned From Building Games For Filmmakers
01:05:14 The Future of Fortnite
01:15:27 Opinions about AI
#54 Is AI-Generated Art Really "ART" ? with Tyler
Season 1 · Episode 54
Friday, August 30, 2024 • Duration 01:21:39
Tyler Bernabe is an A.I. Director, Content Creator, and Head of Social Strategy & Content Marketing at Civitai, a social platform designed to boost the creation, education, and exploration of AI-generated media. With over 8 million views on his content, Tyler's work has garnered significant attention, including collaborations with the likes of Anyma & Grimes, creating stunning visuals for shows such as Coachella.
Episode 54 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:00 Working With Anyma
00:10:03 Time Spent on Creating vs Marketing your ART
00:16:27 How Tyler Talks to AI to Generate Animations & Posts
00:20:49 The Advantage of Adopting AI Into Your Work
00:23:24 How to Make Honey Pole Dancers Animations
00:32:41 Understanding the Importance of Jboogx's Creative Background
00:36:46 How To Generate Consistent AI Animations
00:40:27 Process for Great and Fast Content
00:42:30 Will AI Replace Human Creativity?
00:48:34 Can AI Generated Images Be Considered Art?
00:56:20 The Ethics of AI Generation & Scraping (WATCH THIS)
01:10:21 The Social Media Game
01:14:09 The Best Way To Learn AI Animation in 2024
01:17:01 The Best Hardware for AI Video Work
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1:07:18 – Why AI Will Never Replace Real-World Networking
1:08:45 – The Business Skills Creators Can’t Afford to Ignore
1:23:43 – The Future of Creative Education (Revealed First Here)
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01:07:07 Gawx's Thoughts On AI & The Future Of Creativity
01:11:17 How Gawx Learned His Craft & Filmmaking Skills
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01:16:27 Joris’s Vision for the Perfect Event Experience
01:18:10 Prismax's Vision for 2025
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