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
64 episodes
The Oscars Say AI is OK, Test-Time Training, and Descript Goes Vibe Editing
The Academy clarifies its stance on generative AI in filmmaking, along with a few other new rules. Then we break down a new AI paper with Test-Time Training and how it generated minute long Tom and Jerry shorts. Then we look at Descript's new '...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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35:59
Netflix Says AI Will Make Films 10% Better. Meanwhile, New Study Reveals Bias Against AI Involvement
Netflix's Ted Sarandos reveals his strategy for AI in filmmaking, suggesting a focus on making movies "10% better" rather than just cheaper. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dig into what this means for production costs and Hollywood's future. P...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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35:23
RenderCon, Higgsfield AI, and Vimeo Streaming
Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into RenderCon's standout moments, including OTOY's Star Trek Unification project that digitally recreates Nimoy and Shatner, analyze Higgfield's impressive new AI video generation capabilities with its 49 pre-bui...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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36:32
Is Sinners The Savior for Movie Theaters?
The theater experience is making a comeback as film formats return to prominence. In this episode, Joey and Addy dive into Ryan Coogler's innovative approach to shooting 'Sinners' on 70mm film, the surprising success of the Minecraft movie, and...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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34:43
NAB 2025: Virtual Production, Gaussian Splats, Budget Friendly Gear and More!
Joey breaks down his week at NAB while Addy provides perspective from afar, covering the unexpected surge in VP innovations, practical AI implementations in post-production tools, and notable hardware releases that dominated the show floor.
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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25:24
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From VistaVision to Virtual Production: Film's Unexpected Second Act
Film isn't dead — it's finding new life alongside cutting-edge technology. Join Addy and Joey as they explore why major productions like Fallout and Poor Things are combining film with virtual production, the psychological benefits that shootin...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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34:05
NAB Preview: PYXIS 12K, Strada Agents, Gaussian Splats and More
Blackmagic leaks a 12K PYXIS camera just before NAB as the industry prepares for a major trade show. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dive into pre-NAB announcements, examining Strada's peer-to-peer media sharing tool, Adobe's n...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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45:38
How vertical soap operas are making $10 million a month
Vertical soap operas are generating $10 million monthly while Hollywood struggles with production slowdowns. Plus, H&M reveals they're creating AI twins of real models (and paying them for each use), and we dive into Anthropic's fascinating...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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35:48
ChatGPT's Crazy Image Upgrade (Plus Reve & Ideogram 3.0), Hollywood's Global Shift, and Roblox Goes Generative
We analyze the image generation capabilities of ChatGPT 4o, Reve, and Ideogram 3.0, examining their improved text handling and what it means for creators. Then, we dive into the Studio Ghibli AI controversy, Hollywood's production exodus overse...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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34:58
Robot Cinematographers: Is This The Future of Filmmaking?
Will robots replace camera operators? WPP and Boston Dynamics' humanoid robots are now wielding cinema cameras on set, raising questions about the future of production crews. We analyze the practical applications and limitations of this technol...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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36:33
Stability AI Gets Another Oscar Winner on the Team, Sony's New Camera Tracker, Panavision Layoffs
Stability AI brings VFX legend Rob Legato on board as Chief Pipeline Officer while launching a new virtual camera tool, Sony enters the camera tracking market with OCELLUS, and we analyze the downsizing at Panavision and Village Roadshow'...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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34:53
NVIDIA's GTC Keynote Breakdown in 30 Minutes
NVIDIA just unveiled its vision for AI's future at GTC, but what does it mean for media professionals? We break down the key announcements from Jensen Huang's keynote, including AI factories, the new Blackwell chips, and their new ...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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32:52
DeepMind IRL, Vibe Filmmaking, and Miami's O Cinema Censorship Battle
Google DeepMind's latest humanoid robots are blurring the line between science fiction and reality. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey explore how AI is making robots understand our physical world in real-time, the exploration of 'vibe ...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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38:49
How Feastables Funds MrBeast's Million-Dollar Videos
How a chocolate bar turned MrBeast into a $5 billion business while his YouTube videos actually lose money. Joey and Addy break down the financial strategies driving today's biggest creators, from Emma Chamberlain's coffee empire to Logan Paul'...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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32:58
Will $10 million movie budgets be the new normal? Plus Manus AI & Mac Studio Ultra Upgrades
The Oscars signaled a major shift for indie filmmaking this year, with Anora's $6M budget dominating the Academy Awards with only a $6M budget, The Brutalist sweeping up behind with only a $10M budget, and Flow's $3.7M Blender-created animated ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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36:45
California Falls to #6: What's Driving Film Production Elsewhere?
Is America losing its grip as a film production powerhouse? We break down surprising survey results revealing the top global production hubs - with the U.S. notably absent from the top five. We also dive into Promise AI's acquisiti...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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27:08
From VFX to Speech: Pika, Flora, Scribe, Wan2.1 and More AI Updates for Filmmakers
Addy and Joey break down the latest AI tools reshaping creative workflows. From Pika Labs' impressive video manipulation features to Flora's intelligent canvas connecting multiple AI models, they explore how these tools are changing VFX and con...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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29:15
Why Grok 3 should be on your radar. Plus RED's New Z-Mount & Oscar VFX Predictions
Joey and Addy break down three major stories this week: xAI's Grok 3 model emerges as a serious AI contender despite its meme origins, with impressive coding capabilities and real-time data integration via X. RED introduces game-changing Z-moun...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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26:47
Industry Shockwaves: Technicolor's Fall & The Battle for Tax Incentives
Joey and Addy tackle the breaking news of Technicolor's potential collapse and what it means for the 15,000 employees worldwide at iconic VFX houses like The Mill and MPC. They analyze how the future of VFX might shift toward smaller, specializ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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36:53
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HPA Tech Retreat: AI Editing & Next-Gen Production Tools
In this episode of Denoised, Joey shares his first-hand experience at the Hollywood Professional Association (HPA) Tech Retreat, including his participation in a live AI-assisted editing challenge. Joey and Addy break down what makes HPA unique...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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45:44
From Europe to Hollywood: Inside VFX Production with TRIXTER's Christina Caspers
Join us for an insightful conversation with Christina Caspers, General Manager of TRIXTER, one of Europe's leading VFX companies. Christina shares her unique perspective on industry changes, technological innovation, and the future of visual ef...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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51:08
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AI Filmmaking Hackathon, Reuters' AI Copyright Victory & Stability AI’s Hollywood Move
In this episode of Denoised, Joey Daoud and Addy Ghani break down an AI-powered hackathon tackling camera control, scene consistency, and AI-generated actors. From real-time cinematography to innovative AI filmmaking tools, we explore the groun...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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45:17
The Best (and Worst) AI Commercials at the Super Bowl. Plus, Will the Oscars Require AI Disclosure?
Joey Daoud and Addy Ghani discuss all the AI focused Super Bowl commercials, analyzing ads from OpenAI, Google, Meta, GoDaddy, and Salesforce. Plus, will the Oscars require films to disclose AI use in 2026?Subscribe to Denoised in your ...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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47:07
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The Tech Behind Cosm, ChatGPT Deep Research, and VideoJAM
Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud delve into the tech behind Cosm, an immersive sports venue designed to enhance sports viewing experience. They also explore OpenAI's new ChatGPT features, Operator and Deep Research, and discuss VideoJAM, a new model e...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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48:34
What could DeepSeek mean for the film industry? Plus, Blackmagic's $7K URSA Cine 12K Camera
Joey and Addy explore the latest developments on DeepSeek AI and discuss what it could mean for the media and entertainment industry. They also dive into Blackmagic’s new URSA Cine 12K, its lower-cost body-only package, its new RGBW sensor, and...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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