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Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KAnalytic Dreamz breaks down the massive announcement: Miley Cyrus delivers “Dream as One,” the original end-credits ballad for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash, dropping December 19, 2025. Co-written and produced with Mark Ronson, Andrew Wyatt, and Grammy-winning composer Simon Franglen (the man behind Céline Dion's “My Heart Will Go On”), the track releases as a single November 14, 2025, ahead of the full soundtrack on December 12.Miley calls the collaboration “musical medicine,” saying the song's themes of unity, healing, and rising from ashes mirror her own life after fire destroyed her home. The official Avatar teaser already teases the lyric “Even through the ashes in the sky / Baby, when we dream we dream as one.”Analytic Dreamz dives into the full context: returning cast (Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet), new addition Oona Chaplin, the Sully family's next chapter, and why this Mark Ronson-powered anthem is being positioned as the next generational cinematic moment. From Miley's 2025 album Something Beautiful to her growing soundtrack legacy, this segment covers every angle of the biggest music-meets-film drop of the year. Stream now on Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mark Rolston (Aliens, Shawshank Redemption, Saw VI) joins Keith Reza for an epic conversation spanning 40+ years in Hollywood. From working with James Cameron and Frank Darabont to Bill Paxton's life-changing friendship, Mark reveals untold stories from iconic films.
Will Avatar: Fire and Ash dominate the box office and hit that coveted $2 billion mark?
Day 8 begins with a conversation on hype and hopes! @avatarcelebration rolls on and is enveloping the world like lava seeping from an @avatar hype volcano
Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay go extraterrestrial as they mostly talk 'Aliens'....mostly. Andy is the first one in the nest as he recalls the time he had a boozy lunch at work, and ended up using a power loader-type vehicle that ended in disaster. Then the fellas talk about one of the great movies of the '80s, and one that is among the pantheon of great sequels. Bolstered by James Cameron's maniacal attention to detail, the film has incredible world-building, not just with the xenomorphs and Weyland-Yutani Corp design, but his ability to flesh out characters. Of course, Sigourney Weaver cements herself as a bonafide bada** star, but she is surrounded by Michael Biehn and his loveable group of grunts. Toss in some all-time practical puppet and animatronic work with the aliens, and jaw-dropping action set pieces, and you have a classic. The boys pepper in some stories involving their times watching movies in the franchise — including a run-in with the cops as a teenager — and then it's game over man, game over.
Send us a textA gaming detour. A bold new audiobook format. And then a plunge into the oceanic heart of Avatar: The Way of Water that even a skeptical co-host didn't expect to love. We start with Oblivion's sprawling quest design and the surprising charm of getting lost without markers, then pivot to Audible's full-cast Harry Potter experiment—layered narration, ambient sound, and voices that feel like theater without sacrificing storytelling. That production craft becomes our springboard to Pandora, where performance capture turns pixels into people and water into memory.Once we hit the reefs, we get personal. We talk about what makes this sequel feel richer: a family on the run, new biomes that force growth, and a community whose bodies and culture have evolved for the sea. Quaritch's return as a recombinant lands like wicked irony—becoming what he hates to destroy it—and Kiri's mystery hums in the background, a soulful knot tied by Sigourney Weaver's uncanny performance. We dig into Spider's controversial choices, Neytiri's razor-edged grief, and the moral weight of the tulkun: a people with philosophy and song, set against human whaling that extracts Amrita with chilling efficiency. The effect isn't just visual spectacle; it's worldbuilding with ethics, family, and cost.We don't shy away from the hard hits. Neteyam's death, the suffocating tension aboard a sinking ship, and that scream of loss—all of it reminds us why this story lingers after the credits. We also peek at canon comics like The High Ground, how they frame the one-year gap, and why the film's more grounded path was the right call. Whether you're here for the tech, the tulkun, or the tangled loyalties, this conversation surfaces the reasons The Way of Water converts skeptics and rewards rewatchers.If this ride stirred something, follow the show, share with a friend who loves Pandora, and drop a five-star review so others can find us. Then tell us: did Spider make the right call?Twitter handles:Project Geekology: https://twitter.com/pgeekologyAnthony's Twitter: https://twitter.com/odysseyswowDakota's Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekritique_dakInstagram:https://instagram.com/projectgeekology?igshid=1v0sits7ipq9yYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@projectgeekologyGeekritique (Dakota):https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwciIqOoHwIx_uXtYTSEbAAlien (1979) Explained | Timeline, Canon, and Lore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9nmyTTlMvoSupport the show
In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Matthew Noe (Lead Collection & Knowledge Management Librarian, Harvard Medical School) and Tim Smyth (Educator / Reading Specialist / Eisner-nominated author - Teaching with Comics & Graphic Novels) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including AI's attacks on libraries, education, and knowledge, whether Ben Solo should return to the Star Wars films, and James Cameron's connection to Predator: Badlands.
The legendary Paul Ozzimo, everyone!To say Paul absolutely blew us away with his stories, art and really beautifully, really strong advice for young artists like our co-hosts Ey'veri and @JenTCC would be an understatement. Give this man 10 @AvatarOfficial films, @StarWars films and much more
@JenTCC, everyone! Congrats to AungSweeOo on winning the 2025 #AvaTatt contest, as chosen by our esteemed Judge! @thewayofjasmine and @kayla.adlington both receive the same award as second and third place certificate holders, so please look forward to those arriving in your DMs too
The buzz is real. The latest Predator film is awesome so it's time for a deep dive into PREDATOR: BADLANDS with director Dan Trachtenberg. Alien connections, sequel plans, James Cameron's advice -- it's all here! UPCOMING EVENTS Brendan Fraser 11/18 in NYC -- Tickets here Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes, video versions of the podcast, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Day 3 of #avatarcelebration has begun! Irayo to @welshsarah and @choclodox for joining us
Send us a textBlue skin, big feelings, and even bigger questions. We dive into James Cameron's Avatar with a split panel: one of us watched for the very first time, the other can quote the timeline by day. That tension makes space for a deeper look at why Pandora still captivates—stunning 3D worldbuilding, ferocious villains, and an intimate language of respect that runs through the Omatikaya like a current.We start with the Avatar Program and the ethics of “dreamwalking” into an indigenous body, then layer in the comics backstory that changes everything: Grace's school, a shattered trust, and losses that explain the tribe's guarded stance. From there, it's the full spectrum—Jake Sully's rapid ascent and the Marty Stu debate, Quaritch's relentless hostility vs. Selfridge's boardroom calculus, and the eternally meme-able “unobtanium.” Love it or roll your eyes, the resource grab frames a blunt critique of extraction and displacement that still feels uncomfortably relevant.But this conversation isn't just thesis statements. We revisit why the original theatrical 3D mattered, why the visuals hold up in 2025, and how “I see you” became a cultural touchstone that carries romance, respect, and recognition in a single phrase. We wrestle with white savior optics and push into nuance: Jake doesn't “fix” a people with superior tech—he sheds it, adopts their language, bonds with their ecology, and bets his life on their ways. Finally, we look ahead to The Way of Water: a 15-year time jump, a family-centered story, and a new ocean culture that promises different stakes and fresh conflicts.Hit play for a lively, balanced breakdown that blends fandom, first impressions, and rich lore. If this episode moved you—or made you argue with your speakers—subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a five-star review to help more listeners find the show. What did Pandora change for you?Twitter handles:Project Geekology: https://twitter.com/pgeekologyAnthony's Twitter: https://twitter.com/odysseyswowDakota's Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekritique_dakInstagram:https://instagram.com/projectgeekology?igshid=1v0sits7ipq9yYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@projectgeekologyGeekritique (Dakota):https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwciIqOoHwIx_uXtYTSEbAAlien (1979) Explained | Timeline, Canon, and Lore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9nmyTTlMvoSupport the show
This week on Thumb Cramps, it's time for this normal video game podcast to get weird to celebrate Weirdvember. For the first episode of Weirdvember they're joined by their good friend and normal gamer Cass Paige to look at James Cameron's Avatar: The Game for the Nintendo DS, SkyCards for the Phone and RV There Yet? for the PC. Plus a bonus movie review, a check in on Dream and constant talk of cans. Weirdvember starting strong.Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | CassWatch us on Twitch;Jackson | Duscher | Sanspants RadioYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Dr. Syintist, Chump Slap, and Poppascotch watched a video game movie about a hidden gem called James Cameron's Dark Angel. It was good. Come hear us talk about it!
Today on Movie Club we cover James Cameron's 1989 The Abyss. How did they make this movie?... and why wont Ed Harris speak of it publicly? Let's all find out together.
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It was an absolute joy speaking with Courtney Chen: dancer, actor, and radiant member of the Avatar Troupe! In this episode co-hosts Albert, Jasmine and Brogie explore her incredible journey from teaching dance to stepping into Pandora itself, how she found her way into James Cameron's world through Kevin Dorman, and what it's really like training in full Na'vi mode. From archery and dialect sessions to the rigorous “Na'vi Boot Camp,” Courtney shares the passion and precision behind performance capture and the magic of creating a living, breathing world in Avatar: Fire and Ash
The amazing TheKateDebate, everyone!
An Avatar educational legend!
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This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Slow Horses, The Chair Company, The Lost Bus, The Last Frontier, The Materialists, Peacemaker season 2 finale, Task series finale, Jim Carrey in talks to star in The Jetsons live-action movie, Laurence Fishburne expresses serious interest in playing Charles Xavier in the X-Men reboot in the MCU, upcoming 'Avatar' documentary, Tron: Ares dooming Jared Leto's leading man position in movies, trailer for 'Send Help,' and more.CHECKED OUTSlow HorsesThe Chair CompanyThe Lost BusThe Last FrontierThe MaterialistsPeacemaker - Season 2 finaleTask - Series finaleTOPICS - Section 1Jim Carrey in Talks to Star in ‘The Jetsons' Live-Action MovieLaurence Fishburne wants to play Charles Xavier in MCU's version of the X-MenTOPICS - Section 2 ‘Avatar' Documentary Set at Disney+ About the Making of James Cameron's Blockbusters‘Tron: Ares' May Mark End of Jared Leto's Franchise-Leading DaysWTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” PodcastMicah: https://tinyurl.com/scrtchsnffJay: https://tinyurl.com/rurkinsTRAILERSSend HelpTNP STUDIOS PREMIUM (www.TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium) $5 a month Access to premium slate of podcasts incl. The Airing of Grievances, No Time to Bleed, The Men with the Golden Tongues, Upstage Conversation, and full episodes of the Look Forward political podcast
Bestselling authors Joe Hill and Joe Abercrombie join another Joe (the host) for a natter about books, films, horror, fantasy and much more.They discuss their brilliant new novels, 'King Sorrow' and 'The Devils', their writing processes and routines, Stephen King, James Cameron, film adaptations, comics - and - give us some brilliant book recommendations too.THE BOOK OFF'Lonesome Dove' by Larry McMurtryVS'The Night Always Comes' by Willy VlautinHeres some more info on our guests brilliant novels!'King Sorrow' by Joe HillBookish dreamer Arthur Oakes is a student at Rackham College, Maine, renowned for its frosty winters and beautiful buildings.But his idyll - and burgeoning romance with Gwen Underfoot - is shattered when local drug dealers force him into a terrible crime: stealing rare and valuable books from the exceptional college library.Trapped and desperate, Arthur turns to his closest friends for help: the wealthy, irrepressible Colin Wren; brave, beautiful Alison Shiner; the battling twins Donna and Donovan McBride; and brainy, bold Gwen. Together they dream up an impossible, fantastical scheme that they scarcely imagine will work: to summon the fabled dragon King Sorrow to kill those tormenting Arthur.But the six stumble backwards into a deadly bargain - they soon learn they must choose a new sacrifice for King Sorrow each year or one of them will become his next victim. Unleashing consequences they can neither predict nor control, this promise will, over the course of four decades, shape and endanger their lives in ways they could never expect.'The Devils' by Joe AbercrombieEurope stares into the abyss.Plague and famine stalk the land, monsters lurk in every shadow and greedy princes care for nothing but their own ambitions. Only one thing is certain: the elves will come again, and they will eat everyone.Sometimes, only the darkest paths lead towards the light. Paths on which the righteous will not dare to tread . . .And so, buried beneath the sacred splendour of the Celestial Palace, is the secret Chapel of the Holy Expediency. For its congregation of convicted monsters there are no sins that have not been committed, no lines that will not be crossed, and no mission that cannot be turned into a disastrous bloodbath.Now the hapless Brother Diaz must somehow bind the worst of the worst to a higher cause: to put a thief on the throne of Troy, and unite the sundered church against the coming apocalypse.When you're headed through hell, you need the devils on your side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mia Goth is the latest actor shedding a bit of light on the long-shelved Blade movie from Marvel Studios. In an interview with Elle, promoting her upcoming appearance in Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, Goth shared only that she is still attached to the film and commented that “It's for the best that it's taken the time it has. They want to do it right.” This is in line with Kevin Feige's comments this summer that the film is still moving forward.In an interview with the AP this week, Adam Driver dropped some major information about the Ben Solo movie in Star Wars that never was. Driver explained that Lucasfilm was interested in continuing his character's story in a film that had a script written by Steven Soderbergh. Driver was supportive of the script and the creative team took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman at Disney who turned the project down as they “didn't see how Ben Solo was alive.” Fan favorites Amber Midthunder and Walton Goggins will star in a new action movie from the creator of the John Wick franchise. The film, called Painter, has a major executive producer credit - with Avatar and Titanic director James Cameron serving in that role. Stunt coordinator Garrett Warren, who worked with Cameron on the last two Avatars as well as Logan and the Road House reboot, is directing the movie; a debut effort. The movie's plot will focus on Midthunder's character, trained as a child who must save her father after he is kidnapped.Lightning RoundKate McKinnon has joined the cast of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Season 3 and will play Aphrodite.Jim Carrey is in talks to star in a live action film adaptation of The Jetsons from Warner Bros. Pictures that has Colin Trevorrow attached to direct and write the script. There have been attempts to reboot the animated series from the 1960s in some form at various times over the years, but this is the first project that seems to have some traction.Blumhouse's The Black Phone 2 took the number one spot at the box office this weekend with a worldwide box office opening of $42 million, with $26.5 million from North America and $15.5 million from international markets. Disney's Tron: Ares is at $103M global for ten-days and is currently bound to lose more than $132M off a $220 million net production cost.Colman Domingo has been cast as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in “Wicked: For Good.” The announcement was made on the “Wicked” Instagram account on Monday, with Domingo hiding behind a lion stuffed animal before revealing himself and saying: “See you in Oz!”Netflix has won the rights to adapt the popular Asmodee board game Settlers of Catan and is planning an array of projects — scripted and unscripted, live-action and animated based on the franchise.AppleTV has released some first look photos for Shrinking season 3 and has confirmed a release date. The series starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford returns with a one-hour episode on Jan. 28, 2026 on Apple TV. The 11-episode season will then release new episodes weekly on Wednesdays, until the April 8 finale.Netflix has entered development on a series about the Kennedy family, described as the American version of ‘The Crown' and Michael Fassbender has been cast as Joseph Kennedy Sr.Andor actress Denise Gough has joined the cast of Greta Gerwig's Narnia adaptation.
The super-talented Arnaud Claudet, lead vegetation artist on Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, joined the show to discuss how it was his first-ever job (talk about impressive!) and explore ideas of where Avatar can go next in the interactive realm! Enjoy
This week on The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast, the guys discuss Laser Cats 5 from January 16th, 2010, Season 35, Episode 12. This installment of the Laser Cats franchise features not only Sigourney Weaver (who was definitely in the first Avatar) but legendary filmmaker James Cameron (creator of Avatar but not Avatar: The Last Airbender). Also, the guys are joined by special guest and Laser Cats co-star Bill Hader! It's a stacked and shaggy episode. So shaggy that you get a lesson in VistaVision for Akiva near the end when discussing Paul Thomas Anderson's new film, One Battle After Another. Plus, they talk about Seth's appearance on SNL two weeks ago and some of their favorite sketches from the Sigourney Weaver episode, including ESPN Classic and Larry the Goose on Weekend Update. Stacked! Laser Cats 5 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sy-V-8ZlT4 Larry King Late Night Wars Cold Opening | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qlo05gYLhv0 Weekend Update Joke-Off | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyMxQNmcpHM The Chair Company | Official Trailer | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0lDMHAGDnU ESPN Classic: Ladies' Darts | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_YO4lsGyW4 Weekend Update: Larry the Goose One Year Later | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1dcBCkaqtE Not all the clips we mention are available online; some never even aired. Send us an email: thelonelyislandpod@gmail.com Send us a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/thelonelyisland Send us stuff: P.O. Box 4024 New York, NY 10185 Photos and everything else can be found by following us on Instagram @lonelymeyerspod Support our sponsors: AG1 Head to DRINKAG1.com/ISLAND to get a FREE Welcome Kit, including a bottle of Vitamin D and free AG1 Travel Packs, when you first subscribe! Fabric Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/island. Wonderful Pistachios Grab a bag today. www.wonderfulpistachios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Afterlife with Archie Update, James Cameron Interview, Peaky Blinders Gets Two-Season Order, Scrubs Reboot Casting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The biggest AvaTuber on YouTube joins The Avatar Network! To say Bryce is *the* most thorough, meticulous and comprehensive Avatar channel on YouTube would be a Toruk-sized understatement
We interrupted the early part of this Dr Who Jon Pertwee season to talk about a story that not only relates to Day of the Daleks, but was used as the template for Terminator, for which Harlan Ellison successfully sued James Cameron. We cover the gossip and the story — check it out! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Send us a textSPECIAL NOTE: SEASON 15 OF THE GOOD, THE POD AND THE UGLY CELEBRATES THE USE OF THE PRACTICAL AND DIGITAL EFFECT KNOWN AS THE SQUIB. IRL GUN VIOLENCE IS INTOLERABLE AND RENOUNCED BUT... CINEMATIC VIOLENCE WILL BE CELEBRATED IN A WAY THAT MAY DISTURB SOME LISTENERS. Finally, Squib Season (Season 15 of TGTPTU) returns to massive gunplay! This week the hosts repel into the 1980's sci-fi quasi-horror bro-action all-muscle (except maybe Shane Black and/or Elpidia Carrillo) high-octane totally-bitchin' jungle of some unnamed Latin American country to encounter PREDATOR (1987). Director John McTiernan's follow-up to his 1986 freshman feature film (maybe named “Nomads” who knows? Pierce Brosnan and perhaps supportive family members, maybe the film's producers, and apparently the up-and-coming action star Arnold Schwarzenegger had heard of and/or watched the moody low-budget flick), Predator would launch the moviemaker into the firmament and keep him in Hollywood's heavens following up this constrained-budget film with every film dad's favorite Christmas movie and then their favorite Russian seamen film (before making Medicine Man and Last Action Hero and falling to earth). If you don't know the plot, why spoil it and who the heck are you anyway and why are you reading the show notes to a movie podcast? Seriously, let us know: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.com. (Unless you're AI, in which case, thanks for helping edit this episode!). This ep, dive deep into the production (teasers: James Cameron on a plane inspired the alien's design + the Predator's vision not shot on thermographic cameras + stunt-simian monkey + JCVD + Montezuma's revenge + mods were made to the M134 Minigun to make Old Painless work on film) with hosts Ken and Thomas, shallowly with host Ryan, and enjoy some good ol' action fun along with guest host Jack. And if you love butchered quotes and impersonations, this is the ep for you. Now, Ken, get to the choppa-block and edit this episode, you one ugly motherf--ker. You ain't got time to read. THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gLetterboxd (follow us!):Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias
Esta semana tocó Him: El Elegido (Him, 2025), dirigida por Justin Tipping con Jordan Peele como productor. Es de deportes pero la vimos porque también tiene sangre.También hablamos de la carrera de Jared Leto, Fincher y Seven, James Cameron y cositas.www.hoytrasnoche.com
The QQ Cast: Answers to geek culture's most superfluous questions.
Is Alien Earth the best addition to the Alien universe since James Cameron's 1986 masterpiece, Aliens? Can a cyborg beat a synthetic in a fight? What the heck is a Trypanohyncha ocellus? Spoilers: it's too cute!
Welcome to The B-Side! Here we talk about movie stars! Not the movies that made them famous or kept them famous, but the ones that they made in between. Today we talk about a performer that we lost far too soon: Bill Paxton. Our B-Sides today include Brain Dead, Indian Summer, Traveller, and Frailty. Our guest is Billy Ray Brewton, and we cover a lot of ground. We dive into Paxton's Roger Corman origins (Crazy Mama getting reamed out by legend Stella Adler in New York, his ultimate move to Los Angeles, James Cameron, etc.), his love of movie-making and being on set, his tragic death, and much, much more. We mention his first directing gig (“Fish Heads” by Barnes & Barnes on SNL), his last directed feature (The Greatest Game Ever Played), and his recent podcast appearances before his death. There is also this charming late night appearance.
An incredible joy and privilege speaking with Avatar Saga concept artist, Constantine Sekeris
We bring you an exclusive interview with Production Designer Ben Procter who is working on the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash. We talk about his career, working with James Cameron, pitfalls and insecurities regardless of age etc.
After nearly 20 years dedicated to James Cameron's groundbreaking Avatar saga, virtual production supervising stage operator Dan Fowler joins host Chris Nichols in the garage for a deep dive into his incredible 30-year career. Dan recounts his journey from being the drummer in a 90s hair metal band to becoming a key operator on one of the most technologically advanced film sets in history. This conversation is a rare, firsthand look into the evolution of modern filmmaking. Dan shares stories from the trenches, starting with his self-taught entry into VFX, his "rock and roll" days at Digital Domain in the late 90s, and the pivotal moment in 2005 when he joined the top-secret Avatar prototype project. He provides an insider's perspective on how the virtual production pipeline was built from the ground up, the immense pressure of working alongside James Cameron, and what it was like to solve unprecedented technical challenges in real-time. Dan Fowler and IMDB > Dan Fowler on LinkedIn > Avatar: The Way of Water - Capturing Pandora > Episode 518 - Scott Ross: "You Got It Wrong About James Cameron" > Episode 510 - Industry Roundtable — James Cameron, AI, Sinners, and Indie films >
This week on Cinemapodgrapher, new host Josh Calder sits down with one of Australia's most respected dolly grips, Dave Shaw. With over 30 years in the industry and credits on War Machine, Thor: Ragnarok, The Hobbit, Avatar, Eat Pray Love, San Andreas, Furiosa, Nim's Island, and Pete's Dragon, Dave has seen it all from behind the camera. They unpack what it truly means to be a dolly grip, the craft, the instinct, and the trust required to move the camera in harmony with story and emotion. Dave shares how he got his start, the lessons that shaped his career, and the subtle art of reading an actor's performance to match the rhythm of a scene. From collaborating with operators and DPs to working alongside filmmakers like James Cameron and Peter Jackson, this episode dives deep into the communication and collaboration that define great gripping. Dave talks about staying engaged on set, embracing new technology, and why the right attitude, waking up excited to make movies, is everything. And of course, we revisit some of the golden lessons he has passed on to Josh over the years. A masterclass in precision, intuition, and passion for storytelling, this one is a must-listen for anyone serious about the craft of filmmaking.
In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are THRILLED to welcome comedian and writer Carly Garber to the show! The gang kicks things off by trying a unique peach and oolong-flavored Pepsi from China. Then we talk about a contest Pepsi held in the Philippines during the early ‘90s, which resulted in riots and the deaths of five people. We also dive into the recent story of the "Q-Anon Shaman," infamous for his role in the January 6th insurrection, and his wild new $40 trillion lawsuit against Donald Trump and James Cameron. Rivers shares the very strange tale of the "Mad Gasser of Mattoon, Illinois," and this week's JAM OF THE WEEK is A Flock of Seagulls' 80s classic "I Ran (So Far Away)". Tune in now, folks, it's a good one! Follow Carly on all forms of social media @CarlyJGarber. Follow our show @TheGoodsPod on absolutely everything! Rivers is @RiversLangley Sam is @SlamHarter Carter is @Carter_Glascock Subscribe on Patreon for an UNCUT video version of the show as well as HOURS of bonus content! http://patreon.com/TheGoodsPod Pick up a Goods from the Woods t-shirt at: http://prowrestlingtees.com/TheGoodsPod
Civil war comes to Cast Me To Hell as we enter the 70s era of our Must See Halloween Horror with Ridley Scott's 1979 sci-fi horror Alien. Featuring some truly iconic moments, the introduction of the terrifying H.R. Tiger created Xenomorph and some absolutely jaw dropping cinematography, we discuss our thoughts and history with the franchise, the James Cameron effect and why this movie just doesn't click with Robbie (because there's always one isn't there). So strap in as we ask ourselves - Is Alien must see horror? Remember to hit that subscribe button and leave us a lovely review. There's new episodes every week, and we cover horror movies from new releases with spoiler filled and spoiler free reviews, to old classics and B movie gems. You can find us on twitter and instagram @cmthpodcast Theme by Dan Motti
An absolute pleasure and honour speaking with Avatar saga concept artist Rebekah Tisch today!
Michael Savage speaks with Steve Williams, a pioneer in computer animation. Steve is renowned for his work on major films like Terminator 2 and Jurassic Park, where he developed groundbreaking visual effects including the T-1000 and the T-Rex. They discuss Steve's journey from being a weapons engineer to his significant role at Industrial Light and Magic (ILM), working with high-profile directors such as Steven Spielberg and James Cameron. Steve shares personal anecdotes about his rebellious nature, experiences with famous personalities, and technical insights into computer graphics and animation. The conversation also touches upon the evolution of the film industry, the impact of AI, and Steve's relocation to the Ozarks for a simpler life.
Tony has been lucky enough to dive all over the world, he's even dived on the Titanic with the film director James Cameron. So today on Cunningcast, Tony's exploring underwater history with David Gibbins, maritime archaeologist and author of A History of the World in 12 Shipwrecks, and Damian Le Bas writer, filmmaker and author of The Drowned Places.Together they explore how shipwrecks are time capsules that reveal human stories and global connections, from the Bronze Age Dover Boat to the lavish Uluburun wreck off Turkey and the sunken pirate city of Port Royal, Jamaica. Symbols of past human endeavour, shipwrecks and sunken ruins become homes to underwater life, and are constantly changing, as Damian says, they represent an ‘accidental collaboration between humans and nature'.Hosted by Sir Tony Robinson | Instagram @sirtonyrobinsonProducer: Melissa FitzGerald | X @melissafitzgWithDavid Gibbins | www.davidgibbins.com/biographyMaritime archaeologist and bestselling author, David's twelve novels so far have sold over three million copies and are published in 30 languages. A Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a Winston Churchill Memorial Trust Fellow. David's been a passionate diver since boyhood, and has led many expeditions to investigate historic shipwrecks and other underwater sites around the world, including the Mediterranean, Britain and Canada.His recent non-fiction book, ‘A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks', represents a lifelong fascination with underwater archaeology and the place of ships and shipwrecks in world history.Damian Le Bas | IG @damianlebasWriter, filmmaker and visual artist. Damian's first book ‘The Stopping Places' won the Somerset Maugham Award, a Royal Society of Literature Jerwood Award, and was shortlisted for the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year.In his second book ‘The Drowned Places' Damian explores the meaning we find in sunken ruins around the world in this spellbinding love letter to diving.Follow us: Instagram @cunningcastpod | X @cunningcastpod | YouTube @cunningcast ------- If you enjoy this podcast please do share it and leave us a rating or review.Thank you, Love Tony x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to another episode of Pods Like Us! Host Marv sits down with Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show for a lively, insightful conversation about podcasting, pop culture, and the power of positive discussion. Timestamps & Topics: ● 00:00 – Introduction ○ Marv introduces Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show and sets the stage for the conversation. ● 01:07 – What is the Jacked Up Review Show? ○ Cam explains the origins and mission of his podcast, focusing on pop culture, movies, and community. ● 02:15 – The Power of Validation & Community ○ Discussion about validating different perspectives and the importance of positive podcasting. ● 03:25 – Reminiscing: James Cameron Films ○ Marv and Cam recall their previous chat about James Cameron movies and share laughs about favorite moments. ● 05:00 – Creative Process & Show Format ○ Cam talks about the show's creative approach, including roasts, deep dives, and the unpredictability of what resonates with listeners. ● 06:40 – Highlight: Best of the Rest Podcast ○ Cam introduces “Best of the Rest,” a show that only says good things about infamous movies and focuses on self-improvement. ● 08:00 – Seeing Films & Music in a New Light ○ The hosts discuss how podcasts can help listeners appreciate lesser-known works by directors like Alfred Hitchcock and Steven Spielberg, and bands like Rage Against the Machine. ● 10:00 – Audience Engagement & Community ○ Marv and Cam encourage listeners to suggest topics and join the conversation. ● 11:30 – Where to Find the Shows ○ Cam shares how to connect with the Jacked Up Review Show on social media, and Marv shares where to find Pods Like Us. Best of the Rest Key Topics: ● Positive podcasting and community building ● James Cameron film discussions ● The value of looking for the good in movies, music, and pop culture ● Celebrating lesser-known works by famous directors and musicians Connect with the Hosts: ● Find Cam and the Jacked Up Review Show on Instagram, Twitter, and Blue Sky. ● Discover more episodes of Pods Like Us on all major streaming platforms and at marvzone.org. SEO Keywords: podcast interview, Jacked Up Review Show, Pods Like Us, Best of the Rest podcast, James Cameron films, Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, Rage Against the Machine, positive podcasting, movie discussion, pop culture podcast, podcast community, film podcast, music podcast
In this collaboration episode of Poducer with NSW, we sit down with Detroit-based producer DÊTRE (pronounced “Detra”) an artist whose path runs from guitars and rap vocals to intricate bass design, blending grit, groove, and raw self-expression. He grows weed by day (as an irrigation manager) to building bass-heavy tracks rooted in emotion and precision, DÊTRE opens up about his creative evolution, mental health, and the balance between passion and stability. We explore the meaning behind his name, how Vital and additive distortion shaped his sound, and why he sometimes records his own vocal hooks instead of relying on samples. We dive into Detroit's warehouse scene, Movement Festival, and the “homie fest” culture that keeps underground music alive. Along the way, DÊTRE shares unfiltered thoughts on panic attacks, moderation, and staying grounded while navigating the modern music industry from corporate festivals to small, community-built events.
Dr Todd Bond is marine ecologist who goes where very few humans have ever been: the underworld, or the deep ocean. There, he studies the strange, scary and often cute creatures who call the deepest parts of our oceans home.This part of the ocean starts at 6000 metres deep, and is known as the 'Hadal Zone'.Todd travels there in a small titanium submersible, not much bigger than his own 6'4'' frame.Waiting there for Todd, in the inky darkness, is mysterious and magic, and is still largely unexplored by humans.And when he can't get there himself, Todd sends cameras down to poke around these trenches and caverns.Dr Todd Bond is the Deputy Director of the Minderoo-UWA Deep-Sea Research Centre at The University of Western Australia. You can read more about what the centre does online.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores fish, marine biology, marine science, Twiggy Forrest, deep sea, space, exploration, human curiosity, why fish matter, bio-medicine, submarines, OceanGate, Titan submersible implosion, James Cameron, Anglar Fish, snail fish, UWA, university, PhD, doctorate, how to study fish, why we study fish, Mariana Trench, Christmas Island, Java Trench, puffer fish, Antarctica, marine park, conservation, off-shore mining, manganese mining, deep sea mining, ethical science.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
The Geek Buddies with John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung
On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel review Peacemaker S2 Ep 7, talk the new Batman 2 casting hinting at a Court of Owls storylines, James Cameron talking Avatar 4 and 5, Jacob Elordi rumored for James Bond, Jerry Bruckheimer saying Margot Robbie is still in play for Pirates of the Caribbean reboot, and our thoughts on Marvel Zombies! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #DC #marvel #peacemaker #avatar #batman #jamesbond #thegeekbuddies ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
David is back! And after putting the iPhone 17 Pro camera to the test he thought of a fun camera comparison game for us to play (link below if you want to play along). Before that, Marques gives his first impressions using the Meta Display glasses. We also talk about a bunch of new speakers and other hardware from Amazon and Google. We wrap it up with the interview between Marques, James Cameron, and Boz. It's a chaotic episode so we hope you enjoy! Links: Casey Neistat smart glasses video Verge - Amazon event recap New Google Home devices David's slideshow - play along! David's RAW pictures Music provided by Epidemic Sound Shop the merch! Social: Waveform Threads Waveform Instagram Waveform TikTok Hosts: Marques Andrew David Adam Ellis Join the Discord Music by 20syl Waveform is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Well, it was The 80s, so maybe we were all a little easier to impress. With that in mind, how does CONAN THE BARBARIAN hold up in a world that's been inundated with fantasy epics since its release? Can we spot what James Cameron might have seen in young Arnold Schwarzenegger back then? And will anyone think of the original Conan fans? That, and more, in this Real Talk segment!TIMELINE00:01:26 Always Passed By00:02:22 Real Talk00:54:46 The Future & Patreon Stuff- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It's everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Our YouTube page is live! Get some visual Contrarians delight with our Contrarians Warm-Ups and other fun videos!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that's emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on Spotify, on Facebook or on their very own website.- Our buddy Cory Ahre is being kind enough to lend a hand with the editing of some of our videos. If you like his style, wait until you see what he does over on his YouTube Channel.- THE LATE NIGHT GRIN isn't just a show about wrestling: it's a brand, a lifestyle. And they're very supportive of our Contrarian endeavors, so we'd like to return the favor. Check out their YouTube Channel! You might even spot Alex there from time to time.- Hans Rothgiesser, the man behind our logo, can be reached at @mildemonios on Twitter or you can email him at mildemonios@hotmail.com in case you ever need a logo (or comics) produced. And you can listen to him talk about economy on his new TV show, VALOR AGREGADO. Aaaaand you can also check out all the stuff he's written on his own website. He has a new book: a sort of Economics For Dummies called MARGINAL. Ask him about it!Up next, we take an experimental animated trip, as we tackle the indie darling QUANTUM COWBOYS! Until then, let us know what you thought of Conan The Barbarian: Are we being too harsh on Arnold's acting chops? Does it hit differently if you are an old fashioned Conan fan? How does it compare to the Jason Momoa version? E-mail us at wearethecontrarians@gmail.com or share your thoughts with us on Threads or BlueSky!