Podcasts about masters of the air

This week Dr. John McManus joins in to talk about how WWII films have evolved over time, including our picks for best and worst movies ever made about the war.About our guest:John C. McManus is Curators' Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). This professorship is bestowed by the University of Missouri Board of Curators on the most outstanding scholars in the University of Missouri system. McManus is the first ever Missouri S&T faculty member in the humanities to be named Curators' Distinguished Professor. As one of the nation's leading military historians, and the author of fifteen well received books on the topic, he is in frequent demand as a speaker and expert commentator. In addition to dozens of local and national radio programs, he has appeared on Cnn.com, Fox News, C-Span, the Military Channel, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, Netflix, the Smithsonian Network, the History Channel and PBS, among others. He also served as historical advisor for the bestselling book and documentary Salinger, the latter of which appeared nationwide in theaters and on PBS's American Masters Series. During the 2018-2019 academic year, he was in residence at the U.S. Naval Academy as the Leo A. Shifrin Chair of Naval and Military History, a distinguished visiting professorship. His current project is a major three volume history of the U.S. Army in the Pacific/Asia theater during World War II. He is the host of two podcasts, Someone Talked! in tandem with the National D-Day Memorial, and We Have Ways of Making You Talk in the USA alongside Al Murray and James Holland. John C. McManus is a native of St. Louis. He attended the University of Missouri and earned a degree in sports journalism. After a brief stint in advertising and sports broadcasting, he embarked on a literary and academic career. He earned an M.A. in American history from the University of Missouri and a Ph.D in American history and military history from the University of Tennessee. He participated in the University of Tennessee's Normandy Scholars program and, in the process, had an opportunity to study the battle first hand at the Normandy battlefields. At Tennessee he served as Assistant Director of the Center for the Study of War and Society, where he helped oversee a major effort to collect the first hand stories of American veterans of World War II. Making extensive use of this material, as well as sources from many other archives, he published two important books, The Deadly Brotherhood: The American Combat Soldier in World War II in 1998, and Deadly Sky: The American Combat Airman in World War II in 2000. Shortly after the publication of Deadly Sky he accepted a position as Assistant Professor of U.S. Military History at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (at the time known as University of Missouri-Rolla) where he now teaches courses on the Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, American Military History, and the American Combat Experience in the 20th Century. He is on the editorial advisory board for World War II magazine and Global War Studies. In 2004 he published a two volume series on the American role in the Battle of Normandy. The first book, The Americans at D-Day: The American Experience at the Normandy Invasion was released in June 2004. The second book, The Americans at Normandy: The Summer of 1944, the American War from the Beaches to Falaise was published in November 2004. In 2007-2008 he published four new books. 

Masters of the Air, the incredible series from Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, closes out our mini-series on World War II projects. Greg Cass from the Long Take Review, joins the show to chat about the air war in Europe and to try to understand the courage it took to get in those planes day after day.Topics Discussed Include:1. The Horrors of the Air War2. The Characterization of the Men in the Planes3. The Inclusion of the Tuskegee AirmenSupport the show on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/forceghostconversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you want to continue the conversation, please follow us at the following websites:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blue Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merchandise

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PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (CAPTAIN MARVEL, HALF NELSON, SUGAR, IT'S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY, BILLIONS, MASTERS OF THE AIR) join Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss their career journey and the making of their latest film FREAKY TALES. From their fateful meeting during college in NY to the realization that they worked best as a team… to completing film school only to find themselves working as production assistants nowhere near the actual action on set… to the making of HALF NELSON and how the film opened Hollywood's doors for them… to their experiences directing various television series and the billion dollar success of 2019's CAPTAIN MARVEL… to the making of FREAKY TALES (available in a special edition “Late Night” release from Lionsgate this week!) and the careful choices they made on everything from the story's Oakland location, the time period, the fractured timeline, the music, and the detailed set design… to how they cast the amazing (and incredibly in demand) Pedro Pascal and secured a needle drop from the almighty METALLICA for their modestly budgeted film.. to the truth about the “imposter syndrome” almost every director faces and their thoughts on FREAKY TALES theatrical release…Anna and Ryan are two of the busiest and most exciting filmmakers working today! Don't miss THE MOVIE CRYPT's 9th annual YORKIETHON coming up July 25th - 27th! A full weekend of LIVE conversations with celebrity guests, live music, live comedy, live film commentaries, a live script reading, Arwen's Silent Auction, and SO MUCH MORE - all to benefit our friends at Save A Yorkie Rescue and help save dogs that have been abandoned or abused. For more details visit www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt or www.ArieScope.com!

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Sandro's film work includes the films: The White Space, The Best Offer, A Bigger Splash, Everest, Call Me By Your Name, Rome In Love, and Napoleon, and the series Masters Of The Air. Sandro was Set Decorator on Pablo Larrain's more recent acclaimed film Maria, starring Angelina Jolie as legendary opera singer Maria Callas, near the end of her life.

Andy and Elton head back to the holiday camp known as Stalag Luft III for some R&R. Allied prisoners of war plan for several hundred of their number to escape from a German camp during World War II.

Andy and Elton jump over the wall and make a run for home in the last episode of Masters Of The Air. Nearing the end of the war, POW’s endure a harrowing journey across German territory while Rosie uncovers a shocking discovery.

Andy and Elton are joined by John ( https://twitter.com/BadSocialism ) as we play imaginary ball games and rip tree trunks out the floor. Oh and we have new room mates. Crosby prepares for D-Day. The POWs wonder how the Allied landing will affect their fate. Tuskegee pilots attack targets in Southern France.   Please check...

Join Andy and Elton as we make a home made radio receiver and eat very questionable rabbit. The prisoners of Stalag Luft III attempt to connect with the outside world. Berlin becomes the 100th’s primary target. Rosie makes a crucial decision.

Join Andy and Elton as we head into interrogation on three fronts. Rosie and his crew are sent to rest at a country estate. Crosby meets an intriguing British officer at Oxford. Egan faces the essence of Nazi evil.

Join Andy and Elton as we head to Münster to destroy a railroad. Lets hope we make it back. Rosie’s next mission signals a significant shift in the 100th’s bombing strategy. Crosby receives a promotion, but it comes with a high price.

Join Andy and Elton as we sneak across occupied Europe to get back to ol’ Blighty. Lt. Rosenthal joins the 100th just as one of its crews reaches a milestone. The U-boat pens at Bremen become a target for the second time.

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Join Andy and Elton as we receive orders from behind a curtain to cover Part Three of Masters of the Air. 3rd Mission, Bomb 109 Assembly factory in Regenburg, on to Schweinfurt and land in Teleghma, Algeria. The group participates in its largest mission to date – the bombing of vital aircraft manufacturing plants deep...

Join Andy and Elton as we receive orders from behind a curtain to cover Part Two of Masters of the Air. 2nd Mission, Bomb U-boat pens in Norway. The 100th bombs German U-boat pens in Norway. With the help of Lt. Crosby’s navigating, a damaged B-17 struggles to get back to Britain.

Join Andy and Elton as we receive orders from behind a curtain to cover Part One of Masters of the Air. 1st Mission, Bombing run in Bremen. Led by Majors Cleven and Egan, the 100th Bomb Group arrives in England and joins the 8th Air Force’s campaign against Nazi Germany.

In preparation of the new Apple+ series Masters Of The Air, your pilot’s Andy and Elton warm up by covering the 1990’s Memphis Belle. In 1943, the crew of a B-17 based in the UK prepares for its 25th and final bombing mission over Germany before returning home to the USA.

"Those two have watched Test Pilot a few too many times." We're covering Gale "Buck" Evans and John "Bucky" Egan from Masters of the Air this episode, but we'll also be dipping back in time to explain this Test Pilot reference and discuss what might be the first homoerotic relationship between pilots put on film in 1927's Wings. Follow the show on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.com

Henry takes to the skies with Austin Butler's Masters of the Air (Apple TV+ Original) then counts down his Top 10 World War II movies.0:00 - Intro2:21 - Review: Masters of the Air13:45 - Masters of the Air Letterboxd Reviews15:44 - Discussion: Top 10 World War II Movies32:13 - OutroSubscribe / Buy Bonus Shows / Contact

  In our latest episode of Front to the Films, we had the honor of hosting John Slemp, a distinguished photographer, author, and veteran, whose work shines a light on the stories of World War II through an unexpected yet deeply meaningful lens. His book, Bomber Boys: WWII Flight Jacket Art, is a visual masterpiece that celebrates the airmen of World War II by showcasing the artistry and stories behind their iconic flight jackets. Through this engaging conversation with our host, Colonel Tom Rendall (USA, Ret.), John takes us behind the scenes of his groundbreaking project, sharing his passion for history, the collaborative journey with world-class museums, and the inspiration he draws from his personal connection to the Greatest Generation. Key Takeaways from the Episode The Creation of Bomber Boys: WWII Flight Jacket Art John shared the motivation behind his book, which started with a desire to honor the men and women of World War II in a way that would resonate with younger generations. By focusing on flight jacket art, he uncovered a unique way to tell their stories—through symbols of identity, camaraderie, and bravery. Collaborating with Prestigious Institutions To bring his vision to life, John worked with renowned institutions, including the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum, the 390th Memorial Museum, and the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. These partnerships provided access to rare artifacts and allowed John to capture the authenticity and emotional depth of these historical treasures. The Stories Behind the Art Each jacket featured in the book tells a story—of missions flown, comrades lost, and the enduring spirit of those who served. John revealed some of the most compelling stories he uncovered during his research, offering listeners a glimpse into the personal lives of the airmen and their families. Education and Inspiration for Future Generations John's work is about preserving history through his exceptional photography—but it's also about using it to inspire and educate. Bomber Boys: WWII Flight Jacket Art serves as a powerful teaching tool for schools and museums, connecting young people to the values and sacrifices of the Greatest Generation. Looking to the Future During the podcast, John hinted at exciting future projects, including a potential documentary based on the extensive research and stories gathered for the book. His commitment to ensuring these stories are never forgotten continues to drive his work. Why This Episode Matters John Slemp's work center's around the importance of preserving the personal stories of World War II. By focusing on something as unique as flight jacket art, he brings history to life in a way that is both accessible and deeply moving. This episode of Front to the Films reminds us that history is much more than accounts of battles—it's about people, their experiences, and the lessons they leave behind for us. Get Your Copy of Bomber Boys: WWII Flight Jacket Art Experience the artistry and history for yourself. Order your copy of Bomber Boys: WWII Flight Jacket Art today and delve into the personal stories of the airmen who helped shape the outcome of World War II. Purchase the Book Here If you're visiting our International Museum of World War II (344 Main St, South Kingstown, RI 02879), we may still have some copies there for you to look at and purchase! Listen Now Don't miss this inspiring conversation with John Slemp. Tune in to the full episode and discover how one man is using his talent and passion to ensure the stories of the Greatest Generation endure. Have thoughts about the episode? Join the conversation in the comments or share your reflections on social media using #FrontToTheFilms. Let's keep these stories alive, together.

Send us a textWelcome back to the Junction City Justice Podcast. Who doesn't like exploring a little history during the Holidays. As our pre-Thanksgiving gift to you we have given you this mega episode. You probably didn't know this, but in June, and thanks to Ray Hobbs, the 95th Bomb Group had their reunion right here in our hometown of Ogden, Utah. We were blessed to get the invite to tag along to help preserve some of their legacy and history and we have brought that to you here. Enjoy these excellent stories as told by the family members of those who served in the 95th Bomb group. And if you get a chance head over to Youtube and check out the companion video that we shot for this event. Also take the time to visit the 95th Bomb group Facebook page and consider donating to keep the legacy and traditions of the greatest generation alive! And a sincere thank you to the 95th Bomb Group Memorial Foundation for allowing us the honor of covering this event!Justice With Victory!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Behind every successful air mission are two things: powerful war birds and skilled crewmen. These are WWII bomber crew facts.

Das Jahr neigt sich dem Ende zu, es wird also höchste Zeit, sich mal unsere Serienempfehlungen vom Anfang des Jahres genauer anzuschauen! Welche Serien haben uns dieses Jahr tatsächlich überzeugen können und welche haben unsere Erwartungen enttäuscht? Und welche Serientipps hatten wir am Anfang des Jahres überhaupt nicht auf dem Schirm? Wir blicken in diesem Podcast mal genauer auf die Serienhits und -flops des Jahres und nehmen unter anderem DISCLAIMER, THE REGIME und THE SYMPATHIZER genauer unter die Lupe. Außerdem haben wir für euch die 10 besten Serien 2024 herausgesucht, die bisher erschienen sind. Und damit viel Spaß bei einer neuen Podcastfolge hier auf CINEMA STRIKES BACK! Hier kommt ihr zum Serientipp-Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uif2KfMhdok Podcast: 00:00:00 - Anmoderation 00:06:35 - THE REGIME 00:18:19 - DISCLAIMER 00:31:20 - THE SYMPATHIZER 00:44:21 - MASTERS OF THE AIR 00:55:12 - Serienflops 2024 01:00:02 - Top 10 Serien 2024 01:24:34 - Starts der Woche

Jack and his crew are tasked with a critical mission to bomb the synthetic chemical plant in Leuna, Germany. The operation quickly becomes their most treacherous yet, pushing them to their limits as they navigate the perilous skies and face the immense dangers of one of the war's most fortified targets.Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information such as bonus material or Merch by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/snafupodIf you'd like to check out the new Canto34 Studios Podcast, "The Deep Dive Podcast", feel free to check it out by clicking HERESend us a textSupport the showIf you'd like to donate to the Podcast and help support us, please visit https://www.patreon.com/snafupod and you'll get bonus content every week.

In February 1945, Major Rosenthal's plane is shot down over Berlin; he parachutes into no man's land and is rescued by the Red Army. The Germans evacuate Stalag Luft III, forcing the prisoners to march in freezing conditions; they are taken via train to Nuremberg before being interned at Stalag XIII. Cleven and two other officers escape, and Cleven makes it to Allied lines. Egan and the other prisoners are taken to Stalag VII and are liberated soon after. In Poznań, Major Rosenthal enters Żabikowo prison camp (which replaced Fort VII) where he sees the bodies of prisoners, as well as signs of the earlier Jewish inmates. Majors Cleven, Egan, Rosenthal and Crosby reunite at Thorpe Abbotts; they participate in Operations Manna and Chowhound to supply food to the Dutch population stricken by Hongerwinter. After the German surrender, the 100th departs for home. The series ends with a montage explaining the future lives of its central characters.  Join Sean and James as they discuss this epic and heart-warming episode.

In this episode, Sean and James discuss Part 8, which introduces the heroic Tuskegee Airmen into the story. In June 1944, Captain Crosby conducts operational planning for two hundred bombing missions against Wehrmacht positions in France in preparation for Operation Overlord. Working for three straight days, he passes out and sleeps through D-Day. There is virtually no resistance from the Luftwaffe. During Operation Dragoon, the Tuskegee Airmen of the 99th Fighter Squadron are downed attacking German positions at the Côte d'Azur; 2nd lieutenants Richard Macon, Robert Daniels, and Alexander Jefferson are transferred to Stalag Luft III, now under control of the SS. They are invited by Cleven to join with preparations for a potential breakout, now that the Red Army is approaching.

In the Spring of 1944, the men of the 100th are upset to learn that the number of missions required for a crew to be discharged is being increased to twenty-eight. Captain Rosenthal completes his twenty-fifth mission, but decides to reenlist. Rosenthal is placed in command of the 350th. Captain Crosby begins an affair with ATS officer Westgate. Sgts. Quinn and Bailey return to base and are exempted from further missions due to their knowledge of the escape lines. In Stalag Luft III, Major Cleven and other prisoners of war build a crystal radio to tune into the BBC news. A large group of British prisoners escape; Cleven, Egan and the other American officers are threatened that the camp will be turned over to the SS and Gestapo if there are further escape attempts.  Join Sean and James as they discuss this exciting episode.

In this episode, Sean and James discuss Part 6, which takes us with Egan and Cleven into a German POW camp. October 1943; Major Egan is taken prisoner and almost dies after he and other downed pilots are attacked by civilians while being marched through a bombed town. He is taken to Dulag Luft for interrogation before being transferred to Stalag Luft III. There, he meets other comrades from the 100th, including Cleven. Meanwhile, Lt. Rosenthal and his crew are sent to a country estate for relaxation and counseling, which Rosenthal resists. Captain Crosby attends a conference at the University of Oxford where he meets a British ATS officer whom he bonds with before she is unexpectedly called away.

"Masters Of The Air" premiered on Apple TV+ at the beginning of the year, earning strong reviews for its storytelling, performances, and incredible craftsmanship, rightfully earning its place alongside the legendary WWII miniseries "Band of Brothers" (2001) and "The Pacific" (2010). Based on the 2007 book by Donald L. Miller, the show follows the actions of the 100th Bomb Group, a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bomber unit in the Eighth Air Force in eastern England during World War II. Actor Callum Turner, who plays Major John "Bucky" Egan, Visual Effects Supervisor Xavier Matia Bernasconi, and Virtual Production Executive Steve Jelly were all kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their work on the show. Please be sure to check out the limited series, which is available to stream in full on Apple TV+ and is up for your consideration in all Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Xavier Bernasconi, VFX Supervisor at DNEG, to dive deep into the world of virtual production. They discuss Xavier's fascinating career journey, his recent work on the highly anticipated Masters of the Air, and the decision to utilize virtual production for the project. Xavier shares insights into the current state of virtual production technology, its challenges and limitations, and the exciting future potential as the tech continues to evolve. The conversation also covers the impacts of virtual production on actor performances and the shifts in collaboration it brings to VFX workflows. This is a must-listen for anyone curious about the cutting-edge of filmmaking innovation.   Table of Contents Introduction (00:00:00) Introducing Xavier Bernasconi (00:00:03) Xavier's Background and Journey (00:00:46) From Proskier to Visual Effects (00:00:46) Developing Compositing Software (00:02:05) Becoming a VFX Supervisor (00:03:40) Masters of the Air Project (00:04:17) Overview and Initial Thoughts (00:04:25) Complexity and Challenges (00:05:27) Virtual Production Decision (00:05:46) Logistical and Creative Reasons (00:06:11) Comparison to Traditional Green Screen (00:06:57) Challenges and Limitations of Virtual Production (00:09:18) Technological Advancements and Limitations (00:09:55) Limitations with Unreal Engine (00:12:03) Preparation and Pressure on Set (00:13:35) Workflow and Collaboration (00:14:09) Pressure on VFX Team (00:16:48) Current State and Future of Virtual Production (00:22:02) Infancy and Potential for Growth (00:22:09) Advantages and Limitations (00:22:36) Virtual Production and Final Pixel (00:26:59) Misconceptions and Post-Production Work (00:27:33) Developing an End-to-End Pipeline (00:28:29) Virtual Production in Episodic vs. Feature Films (00:31:48) Prevalence in Episodic Content (00:31:53) Blurring Lines Between Episodic and Feature Budgets (00:33:30) Proprietary vs. Out-of-the-Box Tools (00:34:53) Use of Unreal Engine and Cost of Setup (00:35:43) Virtual Production for Previs and Pitching (00:36:27) Quick and Cheap Iteration (00:37:10) Benefits for Certain Types of Directors (00:38:14) Collaboration in Virtual Production vs. Traditional Post (00:38:36) Real-Time Collaboration and Creativity (00:39:15) Challenges of Remote Work (00:39:21) Actor Reactions to Virtual Production (00:42:48) Immersion and Performance Benefits (00:43:31) Conclusion (00:44:41) Appreciation and Wrap-Up (00:44:41)   Memorable Quotes "I love telling stories. I felt that I was drawn more to the end of the pipeline, more to the beginning of the pipeline, so I was more drawn into lighting and compositing." Virtual production was the most logical choice for Masters of the Air due to logistical, budgetary and creative reasons. Virtual production is still in its infancy with lots of room for technological development. Extraction of foreground elements from LED screens is an important area of research. Virtual production fosters real-time collaboration and creativity compared to traditional segmented workflows. However, on-set experience and mentorship is still crucial. Actors appreciate virtual production as it helps their performances by providing interactive environments rather than pure green screen.   Xavier Bernasconi Bio Xavier Bernasconi is a VFX Supervisor at DNEG. Originally from Italy, he now lives in Canada. His recent projects include Masters of the Air, Mad Max Furiosa and Godzilla x Kong.  

The 100th returns from the Bremen mission after taking heavy casualties. Lt. Crosby replaces Captain Payne as the lead navigator and is promoted. Major Egan leads another bombing raid to Münster just days after the Bremen mission. The mission ends disastrously for the 100th after they are intercepted by swarms of fighters. All but one B-17, piloted by Lt. Rosenthal, are shot down. Having bailed from his doomed plane, Major Egan parachutes alone into the German countryside of Westphalia. Join Sean and James as they discuss this second transitional episode, in which  Lt. “Rosie” Rosenthal replaces Cleven and Egan as the heart and soul of the “Bloody 100th”

Anthony Boyle has taken over Apple TV+. The Irish star, previously best known for roles in The "The Plot Against America," "Tolkien," and "Tetris," stars in two Emmy-contending limited series for the streamer. In the World War II epic "Masters Of The Air," Boyle is Air Force Lieutenant Harry Crosby, a good man determined to get his boys home safely, with Boyle's narration grounding the lush, character and CGI-heavy series. But Boyle's talent truly shines in the stark contrast between his roles. In "Manhunt," he takes on the infamous American villain John Wilkes Booth, a role that required a completely different physicality and mental preparation from the Olivier-winning theater actor turned TV star. In conversation with Boyle, what stands out most is not just his impressive range, finally on proper display for American audiences, but also the careful consideration Boyle took in crafting these intimate portrayals. Please be sure to check out the shows, which are now available to stream on AppleTV+ and are up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sean and James discuss Part 4, a transitional episode. In October 1943, fresh B-17 crews, including Lt. Robert Rosenthal, arrive. The 100th bombs Bremen once again. Feeling the effects of combat exhaustion, Major Egan is sent on leave to London, where he has a one-night stand with a Polish war widow. Learning that Major Cleven did not return from Bremen, Egan returns to duty early. Meanwhile, Sgt. Quinn is guided by Belgian resistance smugglers. He also meets two other American airmen, including Bob, who is killed after being exposed as a German infiltrator. Quinn and the others arrive via train to German occupied Paris on the way to Spain.

In August 1943, the 100th participates in the Schweinfurt–Regensburg mission to destroy aircraft manufacturing plants deep within Germany before traveling to meet the Twelfth Air Force in North Africa. Lt. Biddick and his co-pilot are killed when they crash trying to make an emergency landing in a forest clearing. Sergeant Quinn parachutes to safety after his B-17 is destroyed; he lands in Belgium and is met by resistance members from an escape line. The surviving members of the 100th arrived in Algeria at Telergma Airfield. The Regensburg task force had lost 24 bombers; more than 60 of the 122 surviving aircraft landing in North Africa had suffered battle damage.  Join Sean and James as they break down this exciting and gut-wrenching episode.

Sean and James continue their discussion of Masters of the Air, this time reviewing Part 2, in which the 100th copes with its first combat losses. At a pub, RAF members challenge the American tactic of daytime raids; feeling disrespected, Lieutenant (Lt.) Curtis Biddick defeats a British pilot in a bare-knuckle boxing match. When Major Marvin Bowman is incapacitated by illness, Major Cleven is tasked with leading the 100th on their second mission: bombing German U-boat pens in Norway. Lt. Harry Crosby, despite airsickness, successfully navigates the mission. Lt. Biddick's B-17 is damaged; the other planes reduce airspeed to stay with Biddick's, which makes a controlled landing without power in Scotland.

In this episode, Sean and James discuss the initial episode of the recently-released Apple TV+ series, Masters of the Air, which tells the story of the 100th Bomb Group, part of the Eighth Air Force that bombed Germany during World War II. In June 1943, the 100th, comprising four squadrons of B-17s from RAF base Thorpe Abbots, is sent on a daytime bombing mission to destroy targets in Bremen, Germany. Despite the use of the advanced Norden Bombsight the bombardiers are unable to confirm the targets due to heavy cloud cover, and the mission is aborted. The 100th is forced to fly through heavy anti-aircraft fire, and is then attacked by German fighter pilots. The failed mission results in the loss of three B-17s and thirty men, while the 100th commanding officer is relieved of command due to illness.

Jeff and Rebecca check in with a selection of recent streaming adaptations (Shogun, 3 Body Problem, Masters of the Air, A Gentleman in Moscow, Ripley) and briefly discuss the year of Dune. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter! Discussed in this episode: First Edition! The Book Riot Podcast Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer/Director Dee Rees is an alumna of New York University's graduate film program and a Sundance Screenwriting & Directing Lab Fellow. In 2018, Dee became the first Black woman nominated for an Oscar in the Best Adapted Screenplay category for her highly-acclaimed film Mudbound (2017). Dee's Emmy-Award winning HBO film Bessie (2015) starred Queen Latifah as the legendary American Blues singer and was nominated for a total of twelve Emmy Awards, including Dee's individual nominations for Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Directing For A Limited Series, Movie or Dramatic Special. Bessie was also nominated for four Critics' Choice Awards and Dee was the recipient of the 2016 Director's Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Movies for Television and Miniseries as well as the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Directing in a Television Movie. This week, Tyler and Dee get into the inner workings of telling Black stories and specifically bringing the Tuskegee Airmen to the screen through her unique lens. Support this podcast on patreon at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, the hosts DM Filly (@dmfilly) and and Ariel (@thatotherariel) recap The Bloody Hundredth, the documentary that dives into the real-life heroes of Masters of the Air.

Today, a word about underwear (and yes... we DO have show and tell).  Carla is better than Mike, Robb is an idiot, the Bravest of the Brave... and a great new bargain on a car (!).  This Episode is Sponsored by The Official TMOS Store… hats are comin'!  Please visit www.tmosstore.com for the coolest merch that you've ever seen… our stuff makes the BEST gift (even for yourself) and every purchase supports your favorite podcast.  We can't thank you enough!

David Canfield catches up with two stars of some of the spring's biggest shows. First, Alison Brie takes on a black sheep role in the Peacock family drama Apples Never Fall. Then, Anthony Boyle is juggling several types of breakout roles on two Apple historical series, Masters of the Air and the upcoming Manhunt.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsiderFollow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @karajwarner, @davidcanfield97Our editor and producer is Brett Fuchs

It's another Monday Morning Brunch and today we are talking about the shows and movies we have been watching. Enjoy some convos about Dune 2, Master of the Air, Shogun, The Greatest Night in Pop, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and much more! Sponsor: LawnBright- Go to http://getlawnbright.com and use code CONFUSED for 20% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, the hosts DM Filly (@dmfilly) and and Ariel (@thatotherariel) recap episode 9.

In this podcast, the hosts DM Filly (@dmfilly) and and Ariel (@thatotherariel) recap episode 8.

In this podcast, the hosts DM Filly (@dmfilly) and and Ariel (@thatotherariel) recap episode 7.

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On Culture Friday, how Hamas harms children in Israel and Gaza; the new miniseries The Masters of the Air captures the horrors and heroism of American airmen in WWII Europe; and an audio postcard from a fishing village in Italy. Plus, the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, where entrepreneurs can discover faith-aligned funding opportunities. More at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from the Mission Focused Men for Christ Podcast, helping men better love their wives by understanding the needs of their hearts. That's Mission Focused Men for Christ Podcast, on any podcast app.

Donald L Miller shares how US 'bomber boys' made D-Day possible, a story now dramatised in the Apple TV+ series Masters of the Air Masters of the Air is the big-budget Apple TV+ follow-up to Band of Brothers and The Pacific. Exec produced by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, it follows the exploits of the 100th Bomb Group, charting the vital role played by American airmen in the run-up to D-Day. The series draws its inspiration from a book of the same name by Donald L Miller, and in today's episode Kev Lochun speaks to Donald about the terrifying realities of flying a B-17 Flying Fortress during WW2 bombing missions. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Screenwriter John Orloff joins Dan to talk about the new WWII mini-series 'Masters of the Air'. It tells the true story of the 'Bloody Hundredth', an American bomb group stationed in England that fought in the skies over Nazi-occupied Europe.A decade in the making, John explains how the show works to faithfully recreate the story of these airmen and the trials that they faced.Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Dougal Patmore.Discover the past with exclusive history documentaries and ad-free podcasts presented by world-renowned historians from History Hit. Watch them on your smart TV or on the go with your mobile device. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code DANSNOW sign up now for your 14-day free trial.We'd love to hear from you! You can email the podcast at ds.hh@historyhit.com.You can take part in our listener survey here.