Virtually Everything! Podcast

Happy Holidays! In the spirit of the season, Peter has a banger of an interview with Meta Puppet, the editor behind those infamous holiday Coca-Cola ads.Meta Puppet reveals precisely what was AI or CGI in the ads (04:14).Then, Meta Puppet shares his editing workflow and gives sound advice to any traditional editor looking to upskill in AI editing (19:52).For their final toast, Peter and Daniel Mallek from Vū Technologies defend their hottest prediction from the beginning of the year: the commoditization of Virtual Production and the easy conquest of AI in Hollywood (53:32).You can learn more about Meta Puppet and connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/metapuppet/?hl=enFollow the Virtually Everything! Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtually.live/?hl=enThe Virtually Everything! Podcast is presented by Vū Technologies. #VuStudio #ContentAtTheSpeedOfThoughtEmail virtually.everything@vustudio.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Why are more traditional filmmakers making the leap into AI Filmmaking? (00:00).Renowned music video director Nem Perez joins Peter to discuss why AI and how big of an impact you need to make to get seen (03:41).Then, Nem shares his vision of the future with his AI app Storyblocker (16:07).To cap the week off, Peter has a solo rant on OpenAI charging $200 for o1, Google's attempt to dominate the video game industry, and VFX powerhouse DNEG going all in on AI (25:29).You can learn more about Nem Perez and connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nemperez/?hl=enWatch "Our T2 Remake" here: https://www.t2remake.comWatch the OpenAI launch video here: https://x.com/OpenAI/status/1864735515121168695Follow the Virtually Everything! Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtually.live/?hl=enThe Virtually Everything! Podcast is presented by Vū Technologies. #VuStudio #ContentAtTheSpeedOfThoughtEmail virtually.everything@vustudio.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

We have arrived at the creative junction where you can decide whether your next documentary is a "flattie" or in Virtual Reality. How do you even begin to put a project like that together? (00:00)Peter is joined by Chiemela Mgbeahuru, a VR documentarian whose clients include the BBC, to break down what the VR Doc industry looks like and the distribution channels for reaching audiences (02:49).Then Peter tries to understand exactly how to decide whether a story needs to be in VR and what the approach is for production (13:42).Finally, Daniel Mallek from Vū Technologies joins Peter to break down exactly what went into Coca-Cola's generative AI Holiday commercial! (34:56)You can learn more about Chiemela Mgbeahuru and connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiemelapeter/Follow the Virtually Everything! Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtually.live/?hl=enThe Virtually Everything! Podcast is presented by Vū Technologies. #VuStudio #ContentAtTheSpeedOfThoughtEmail virtually.everything@vustudio.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

Look at your creative process. There's a good chance you rely on a bunch of AI tools. So is every other filmmaker. Which ones are you missing out on? (00:00)Peter joins Luka Tisler for the pod's first-ever AI Show-N-Tell. First, they pick their go-to AI tool for creating visuals (03:55).Then, they take turns sharing their go-to tools in storytelling and organization (19:04).As a nightcap, Peter is joined by Daniel Mallek from Vū Technologies to reveal what AI's takeover of Hollywood actually looks like beyond the crazy headlines (39:57).

With many traditional filmmakers pivoting to immersive storytelling on apps like Fortnite, will your next big break be on those new formats? (00:00)Join Peter as he chats with Creative Producer Tarik Thompson about what is happening with this space and how a "trad" filmmaker should approach it (03:53).Then, Tarik unpacks a filmmaker's options to enter the space and explore its potential (32:33).Finally, Daniel from Vū is back to predict what to expect from NVIDIA, the AI bubble bursting, and our addiction to "riding the tiger" that is AI (53:29).Thanks for coming back! Follow and Review!

When it comes to Virtual Production we've all heard about the ability to master car scenes and otherworldly environments. But as the tool advances, what does real success look like on the highest level? Host Peter Frelik talks to Lester Platt, Dr. Eva Ziemsen and Corey Crumpacker to discuss what other approaches have led to modern Virtual Production success.It's day 4 of camp! If you love the format please leave a rate or review. It'll allow us to go to camp next year!Featured Guest - Lester Platt (Founder/CEO of STLL Studios)Website: STLL StudiosLinkedinFeatured Guest - Dr. Eva Ziemsen (Professor of Film & Virtual Production at Humber College)LinkedinFeatured Guest - Corey Crumpacker (Commercial Director) Website: Corey CrumpackerLinkedin

Which underrated tools are being used in our industry to great success? Host Peter Frelik talks to Kevin Obrien, Ian Fursa and Mike Kozlenko around the "campfire" on some classic tools they use even more so now than before. Note: some will surprise you. Featured Guest - Kevin Obrien (Commercial Director at Diamond View)Website: Tell A StoryLinkedinFeatured Guest - Ian Fursa (Virtual Production Supervisor, CEO at VP Toolkit)Website: VP ToolkitLinkedinFeatured Guest - Mike Kozlenko (Director of Photography)Website: Demo ReelLinkedin

We didn't have to wait long until we touched on the hottest topic in our industry! On day 2 of summer camp, host Peter Frelik talks to Matthew Skurow, Guillaume Hurbault and Jagger Waters on whether they love or hate AI in Hollywood.Featured Guest - Matthew Skurow (Partner & Executive Producer at Miraculi Entertainment)Website: Miraculi EntertainmentLinkedinFeatured Guest - Guillaume Hurbault (AI Filmmaker & Co-Founder at Solo Twins Studios)Website: Guillaume HLinkedinFeatured Guest - Jagger Waters (AI Writer, Producer & Storyteller)Website: Glamorous ReptileLinkedin