Denoised
When it comes to AI and the film industry, noise is everywhere. We cut through it.
Denoised is your twice-weekly deep dive into the most interesting and relevant topics in media, entertainment, and creative technology.
Hosted by Addy Ghani (Media Industry Analyst) and Joey Daoud (media producer and founder of VP Land), this podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the industry—from Generative AI, Virtual Production, Hardware & Software innovations, Cloud workflows, Filmmaking, TV, and Hollywood industry news.
Each episode delivers a fast-paced, no-BS breakdown of the biggest developments, featuring insightful analysis, under-the-radar insights, and practical takeaways for filmmakers, content creators, and M&E professionals. Whether you’re pushing pixels in post, managing a production pipeline, or just trying to keep up with the future of storytelling, Denoised keeps you ahead of the curve.
New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Listen in, stay informed, and cut through the noise.
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Episodes
98 episodes
Is Seedream the Next Nano Banana? Plus Comfy Cloud and more film tech updates
Seedream 4, Comfy Cloud, new RED cameras, and more filmmaking tech updates. --The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or pos...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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44:35
Apple Keynote Recap for Filmmakers (Plus Surprise Blackmagic Camera ProDock)
We dive into all the camera and pro video updates from Apple's iPhone keynote.--The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positi...
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Episode 59
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36:28
XGRIDS' $5K Scanner, Krea Realtime Video, Acer's AI Workstation, + More AI News
XGRIDS PortalCam reshapes film production with a $5,000 LIDAR scanner that's changing how filmmakers capture location data. In this tech-packed roundup, Addy and Joey break down Krea's Realtime Video, Apple's surprising AI research moves, and h...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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34:24
Nano Banana: We Found the Best Tips & Use Cases
Nano Banana (Google's Gemini Flash 2.5) is transforming image generation with capabilities that put it ahead of the competition. In this episode, Joey and Addy explore impressive use cases, best practices, and technical tips for this powerful t...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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47:23
We break down Netflix's AI guidelines + Our Cosm experience
Netflix just released their official generative AI rulebook — Addy and Joey unpack the 5 key principles for media production. We also dive into Cosm’s dome screening of The Matrix (what wowed, what didn’t) and a curious case of AI in Hollywood ...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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47:55
Qwen Edit - The Free AI Image Editor That's Better Than Flux Kontext? Plus More AI in Film Updates
Chinese AI giant Alibaba drops Qwen-Image-Edit, a free open-source model rivaling FLUX Kontext – but what's their long-term strategy? This week we dive into the flood of impressive AI tools coming from China, explore Runway's major platform upd...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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28:33
How AI Is Reviving Vertical Content. Plus: Atlanta’s Future After Marvel
Quibi's concept returns as MicroCo - Hollywood executives launch a vertical content platform using AI to slash production costs from $60,000 to $1,500 per minute. Plus, we analyze impressive AI VFX demos from Digital Domain's Greg Teegarden and...
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Season 4
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Episode 54
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35:56
Is Nano Banana Google's New Image Model? Plus a world model you can edit in real-time!
AI tools for film production are advancing rapidly, with multiple new releases this week that could transform creative workflows. Hosts Joey and Addy dive into Nano Banana (a suspected Google image model), several new world models from Tencent ...
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Season 4
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Episode 53
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40:09
We talked to Freepik's CEO about their pivot to AI, going unlimited, and more!
Freepik CEO Joaquin Cuenca Abela reveals how the platform generates 4 million AI images daily while serving over 100 million users. In this interview with Addy and Joey, Joaquin shares the company's swift pivot to AI in 2022, the strategic move...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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47:35
Genie 3, ElevenLabs Music, Lightcraft Spark & More! | This Week in AI for Filmmakers
Google DeepMind's Genie 3 stole the show this week with its persistent world generation, outshining OpenAI's underwhelming GPT-5 release. Join Joey and Addy as they break down how Genie 3 creates navigable AI worlds with accurate physics and me...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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41:50
The Truth About the Sphere's Wizard of Oz. Plus Showrunner AI
We dive into the Sphere's Wizard of Oz AI controversy, look at Showrunner AI, and explore how filmmakers are effectively combining practical effects with generative tools to create impressive low-budget content. --...
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Episode 50
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40:45
Runway Aleph Changes VFX Forever, Adobe Harmonize, Wan 2.2 & More! | This Week in AI for Filmmakers
Runway Aleph allows you to manipulate your videos using simple text prompts—no more tedious VFX workflows. This week, Addy and Joey break down the wave of new AI tools transforming post-production, including Luma AI's Modify with Instructions f...
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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48:43
We tested JSON prompting in Veo 3
Is JSON prompting a useful technique or just influencer trend? In this episode, we examine the heated debate around structured prompts in Veo 3, test the claims ourselves, and share the results. Plus, we dive into Higgsfield Steal's controversi...
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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31:10
Step-by-Step: The State of AI Filmmaking Workflows
Joey and Addy break down different workflow of creating AI-generated films, exploring which tools to use at each stage and how to maintain consistency. They examine text-to-image creation, character development techniques, and how video-to-vide...
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Season 4
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Episode 47
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26:41
ComfyUI Explained: How AI Image Generation Actually Works (Step-by-Step)
Curious how AI actually turns text into images? In this episode, Addy and Joey break down the inner workings of AI image generation and explore ComfyUI. We'll explain the core concepts of latent space, diffusion models, and how noise becomes a ...
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Season 4
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Episode 46
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40:01
This Week in AI: Moonvalley's Marey, Luma AI's LA Lab, Veo 3 Adds Image to Video, and more!
Moonvalley's Marey AI model officially launches with pro-level features for filmmakers, while Luma AI opens a physical space in Hollywood. This week on Denoised, Addy and Joey break down the latest AI tools reshaping media production, including...
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Season 4
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Episode 45
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31:27
We Talked to the Producer Behind Natasha Lyonne’s AI Movie
Natasha Lyonne is making a $70 million sci-fi epic called "Uncanny Valley" for just $10 million with the help of AI - and it's about to change everything. In this interview, Moonvalley and Asteria co-founder Bryn Mooser reveals why every future...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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28:19
Inside Moonvalley’s Marey: Building AI Tools Hollywood Filmmakers Actually Want
Bryn Mooser, founder of Asteria and Moonvalley, joins Denoised to discuss Moonvalley's new 'ethical' AI model Marey, adapting current tools for Hollywood, and why studio-quality filmmaking could soon be within reach for indie creators.##...
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Episode 43
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24:11
This Week in AI: 11 Tools Transforming Media Production
The latest AI tools are transforming content creation at breakneck speed, but which ones actually matter for filmmakers? Join Addy and Joey as they dissect 11 cutting-edge AI developments, from Claude's AI-powered app builder, to Adobe's voice-...
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Season 4
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Episode 42
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47:36
iPhone Cameras in F1, MrBeast's AI Controversy, and Meta's AI Ad Creator
In this episode, hosts Joey and Addy discuss this innovative camera solution for F1 the movie, examine the backlash against MrBeast's AI thumbnail generator tool, and analyze Meta's new AI advertising platform that has creative agencies concern...
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Season 4
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Episode 41
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32:29
Adobe's New Camera App, Jurassic World Shoots on Film, and AWE
Adobe launches Indigo, a new computational photography app, Jurassic World shoots on Kodak film, and Joey shares his hands-on experience with Snapchat Spectacles and more at AWE.#############The views and opinions exp...
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Episode 40
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34:50
Midjourney, ByteDance, and Hailuo’s New Video Models [This Week in AI]
The AI video generation race heats up with Midjourney's new V1 video model despite their ongoing IP lawsuit with Disney and Universal. In this episode, Joey and Addy break down the latest developments in AI creative technology, including Topaz'...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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41:53
How AI Transformed My Job Hunt: Addy's Job Search Story
Addy opens up about navigating unemployment after being laid off. In this episode, Addy shares how he leveraged AI tools like ChatGPT for interview prep, research, and ultimately landing a new role.#############The vi...
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Episode 38
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Apple’s WWDC: Liquid Glass But Where’s the AI?
Apple's WWDC left us with more questions than answers about their AI strategy. Let’s unpack the key highlights from the recent WWDC keynote — starting with Apple’s new Liquid Glass UI design. Plus, we explore cutting-edge tech beyond Apple's ec...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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40:59
We break down everything announced at Unreal Fest
Let's break down Unreal Fest, 28 Years Later iPhone rigs, and Natasha Lyonne hitting back at the AI criticism. #############The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not ...
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Episode 36
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