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Take The Shot with Rusty and Bags

Rusty and Bags

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Frequency: 1 episode/25d. Total Eps: 8

Take the Shot with Rusty & Bags is a behind-the-scenes look at the world of live video production, concerts, sports, and entertainment. Hosts Rusty Anderson and Jeremy Bagwell bring decades of industry experience and a healthy dose of humor to conversations about directing, technology, leadership, and life. Whether breaking down iconic broadcasts, debating new gear, or swapping golf stories, the show delivers a fun, personality-driven take on the art of going live.

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Ryder Cup Glitches and Gridiron Glow-Ups

Season 1 · Episode 8

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 • Duration 55:33

Rusty and Bags are back—this time breaking down the good, the bad, and the glitchy of recent sports broadcasts. From NBC’s audio nightmares during the Ryder Cup to the surprisingly silent chaos of Jeremy’s NASCAR weekend in Bristol, the guys dig into what worked, what didn’t, and what live directors can learn from it all.
They wrap up with a look at Georgia’s night-game spectacle, complete with PixMob wristbands, 3D graphics, and a healthy dose of smoke. Plus, a little fantasy-football talk, golf-handicap updates, and some back yard grilling.

0:00 – Intro & Fall Catch-Up

2:00 – Ryder Cup Recap & Broadcast Fails

10:00 – What Golf Can Learn from F1 Graphics

17:00 – Jeremy’s Trip to Bristol: Inside a NASCAR Broadcast

26:00 – Fan Experience vs TV Experience

28:00 – College Football & Georgia-Bama Breakdown

33:00 – PixMob Bracelets and 3D Broadcast Magic

41:00 – Pylon Cams & Ref Comms: New Tech in Football

48:00 – Green Room Chats: Fantasy Football & Fall Grilling

52:00 – Phones for Kids & Parenting in 2025

54:00 – Outro & NFL Graphics Tease

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Why F1 Might Be the Best Broadcast in Sports

Season 1 · Episode 7

Thursday, September 4, 2025 • Duration 58:57

In Episode 7, Rusty and Bags debut their new segment “Fix It in Post” (shoutout to Josiah for keeping us honest) before heading into a jam-packed conversation with their friend Zach about Formula 1.

From nine cameras strapped to every car, to live AR graphics inside the cockpit, to pit stop precision measured in milliseconds, F1 might be the most advanced live broadcast in the world. The guys talk about how the storytelling and production keeps fans hooked, what broadcasters in other sports (and concerts!) can learn from it, and why Zach got hooked on the sport through his son.

Stick around for Cut and Fill, where Zach joins Rusty and Bags to share what they’re in on and out on these days.

00:00 – Intro & Fantasy Football Draft Chaos
02:10 – New Segment: Fix It in Post (Logo Placement Fail)
04:30 – PGA Tour Championship Soapbox
07:15 – Meet Zach: Video Engineer & F1 Fan
09:00 – How Zach Got Hooked on Formula 1 (Father-Son Story)
15:40 – What Makes a Grand Prix Special
20:40 – Watching F1: Apps, Cameras, and Graphics
23:30 – Data, Tires, and Immersive Storytelling
31:00 – AR Halo Graphics & Live Data Feeds
39:00 – Nine Cameras Per Car & Wireless Tech at 200 mph
43:30 – Speed vs. Storytelling in F1 Broadcasts
47:20 – Pit Stops, Team Drama & Fan Engagement
50:00 – Cut and Fill: Airports, DIY Projects, and Family Time
55:00 – College Football Talk & Outro

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Summer's Over, Dude Perfect Tour, and PGA Tour Championship Tech

Season 1 · Episode 6

Saturday, August 23, 2025 • Duration 01:02:25

Rusty and Jeremy are back after a summer break with plenty to catch up on. From working the Dude Perfect tour (and their upcoming movie) to behind-the-scenes looks at the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake, they break down cameras, drones, and wireless tech. Plus, some personal golf highs and lows, a bougie round at PGA Frisco, and a few production war stories. It’s a mix of sports, production, and life—classic Take the Shot.

00:00 – We’re Back
01:15 – Summer catch-up & College Football Fever

05:10 – Dude Perfect Tour & Movie Behind the Screens

15:00 – Golf at PGA Frisco with Caddies

20:45 – In the Round: State Farm Arena Production
27:25 – Global Leadership Summit & DVE Challenges
34:00 – PGA Tour Championship at East Lake
38:15 – Watching Golf Live vs. on TV
40:50 – Mobile Cinema Cameras & RF Wireless Systems
46:50 – The Drone Surprise
49:40 – Pro Tips for Attending a PGA Event
56:00 – Rory’s Grandstand Birdie
57:35 – Bags’ Bad Round & Triple Bogey Confession

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Summer Breaks and Sphere Takes

Season 1 · Episode 5

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 • Duration 55:17

After a summer break filled with golf trips, Vegas concerts, and delayed flights, Rusty and Bags are back with a loaded episode. They catch up on recent adventures, then head Behind the Screens to break down the PGA Tour’s upgraded drone tracer, Apple TV’s bold baseball broadcast aesthetic, and an inside look at The Sphere in Vegas from Bags’ Kenny Chesney concert experience. Plus, a fresh Cut and Fill segment covers concert encores, par-3 golf courses, and some airplane etiquette hot takes. Let’s take the shot.

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00:00 Welcome Back and Summer Catch-up

07:57 Member Guest Tournament

11:02 PGA Tour Drone Tracer Upgrade

19:00 Apple TV Friday Night Baseball

24:21 Kenny Chesney at The Sphere

35:33 Cut and Fill

49:58 Bag's Bonus with Bruno

54:39 Sign Off

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NBA Broadcast Magic and Golf Reality Check

Season 1 · Episode 4

Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 50:24

This week, we go behind the screens of the NBA Playoffs and nerd out on all things broadcast: camera ops, graphics engines, augmented reality, and the brilliant storytelling behind ESPN’s broadcast flow. From analyzing replay sequences to studio setups (looking at you, TNT), Rusty and Bags break it all down — plus a little golf trash talk to end the show.

00:00 – Welcome & Summer Kickoff
03:30 – EA Sports Soccer Recap & AR Discussion
05:00 – Golf Drone Tracer Update and Emmy Win

10:00 – NBA Playoffs

13:30 – The Sign Guy Ruins the Dolly Shot

16:30 – ESPN Scorebug & Replay Package Analysis

22:00 – AR Sequences & Switcher Talk
26:00 – TNT’s Studio Setup Breakdown

31:00 – SGA's AR Shot Chart Breakdown
37:00 – Golf Talk: Who’s Actually Good?

44:00 – New Gear, New Goals

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Drone Tracers and Video Games in Real Life

Season 1 · Episode 3

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 • Duration 56:32

In this episode, Rusty and Bags dive into the evolution of sports broadcasting—from drone shot tracers in golf to cinematic Super35 cameras in European Futbol. Bags breaks down two very different baptism camera angles and why lens choice matters. Plus: NBA transitions, airport parking rage, sourdough pizza, golf swing meltdowns, and a friendly PGA Championship wager.

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00:00 Introduction to the Show and Its Purpose

10:09 The Technology Behind Drone Tracers in Golf

15:04 Exploring Future Applications of Drone Technology

15:33 The Rise of Drones in Sports Analysis

17:55 Broadcasting Innovations in Soccer

20:53 Cinematic Techniques in Live Sports Production

23:39 The Intersection of Reality and Virtuality in Sports

26:47 The Art of Camera Work in Live Events

32:47 The Importance of Depth of Field in Cinematic Shots

38:30 Exploring New Techniques in Live Church Production

41:38 Creative Design and Copyright Challenges

42:27 Travel Plans and Networking in Nashville

43:23 Experiences with Atlanta Airport Parking

48:53 Golfing Insights and Personal Progress

52:13 PGA Championship Predictions and Wagering Fun

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Sports Bar Musings and Broadcasting MrBeast

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 • Duration 01:03:27

In this episode of Take the Shot, Rusty and Bags swap travel stories, talk about Rusty's sports bar findings, and go behind the scenes of Jeremy’s recent broadcast with YouTube megastar MrBeast. Plus, we introduce our new segment "Cut and Fill" — where we decide what’s in and what’s out — and check in on our golf handicaps (spoiler: they're not getting better). Pull up a seat — it's time to take the shot.

00:00 Introduction and Travel Experiences

03:02 Broadcasting Insights and Sports Observations

05:47 Score Bugs in Sports Broadcasting

07:13 NBA Playoffs and Court Design Discussion

09:29 Camera Directing in Sports

18:27 Crafting Stories Through Composition

23:19 Bags TDs a MrBeast live stream on YouTube

27:47 The Brave New World of Live Events

34:55 Behind the Scenes: Challenges in Live Production

42:18 The NFL Draft: A Hybrid Experience

44:01 Cut and Fill: What Are You In or Out On?

46:02 Bags Cut: Broadcast on IMAG Screens

47:07 Rusty Cut: The Kids' Lingo

49:38 Rusty Fill: Sourdough

52:26 Bags Fill: Margarita Mixology

58:25 Handicap Check

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NAB FOMO and A Masters Breakdown by Two Guys Who Didn’t Get Invited

Season 1 · Episode 1

Friday, April 18, 2025 • Duration 01:13:22

Welcome to the very first episode of Take the Shot with Rusty & Bags! We kick things off by sharing why we decided to dust off the mics and launch a podcast about live video, entertainment, and the chaos that comes with it. With NAB 2025 happening without us, we dive into some of the gear announcements we're excited about — and play a little game of “Real or Rendered” to separate fact from marketing fiction. Then we break down the Masters broadcast from a director’s eye, even though (let’s be honest) nobody asked us. Thanks for hanging out with two guys who love cameras, concerts, golf swings, and bad puns. Let’s take the shot!

00:00 Introduction to 'Take the Shot' Podcast

02:16 The Passion for Golf and Video Production

06:08 Balancing Family Life and Work

08:11 NAB Conference Experience

14:23 Exploring New Products from NAB

31:06 The Masters: A Golfing Spectacle

41:06 Broadcasting Insights from The Masters

46:32 Visual Storytelling in Sports Broadcasting

56:35 Cinematic Techniques in Sports Coverage

01:01:40 The Power of Silence in Storytelling

01:09:31 Engagement Without Distraction

01:12:29 Reflections on the Broadcast Experience

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