The Cams Channel

In this episode we discuss the end of the The Nashville Network, "Larry's Numbers", and more! Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers, and more! Support The Show: Follow , Rate , and Review the show, wherever you listen! Share the show with your friends! B...

Part 2!  Be sure to listen to part 1 with Mr. Larry Bearden first! In this multiple part episode, we follow Larry through his life and career in Television production, including stories from his early life, his time in the United States Air Force, WSM-TV, WSMV, Opryland Productions, The Nashville Network, and beyond! Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Hol...

Mr. Larry Bearden is Video Engineer, Video Shader as well as an absolute legend in the television production community.  In this multiple part episode, we follow Larry through his life and career in Television production, including stories from his early life, his time in the United States Air Force, WSM, WSMV, Opryland Productions, The Nashville Network, and beyond! Follow the show on Instagram @...

Founder of Digital Audio Post, Audio Producer Michael Davis joins us this week on the show! Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers, and more! Support The Show: Follow , Rate , and Review the show, wherever you listen! Share the show with your friends! Buy something  fro...

Founder of High End TV, Adam Mills joins us this week on the show!  We talk about Adam's early days in video, and the "swinging pendulum" of his career.  We discuss his award winning FiberCams system and his latest achievement, Symphony, High End TV's 4k/HDR/Cine Production Truck.  We also discuss the importance of having fun at work, and the best and worst experiences of Adam&...

We are talking with Jib Camera Operator Mike Breece, the founder of Pro Jib Inc.  We talk about working at TNN (The Nashville Network) and starting his own company Pro Jib Inc.  We discuss amazing shows and moments from Mike's career, the importance of internships, a positive attitude, and helping others. Links to stories from the show: Top Fuel Dragster "Blow Over" Crash Aretha Fra...

We are talking with Nashville based lighting designer and director Mark Carver this week on the show!  Upon completing his B. A. degree in Mass Communications with emphasis in TV production and lighting design, Mark began working at the recently launched cable channel TNN: The Nashville Network. He was a staff lighting director at TNN for 16 years, working on many show formats, including entertain...

Nic Dugger is a 14-time Emmy Award-winning television producer and founder of TNDV: Television, a premier provider of mobile production facilities.  A Jackson, Tennessee native, Nic began his career at 12 and honed his craft at Middle Tennessee State University, where he earned two Student Emmy nominations. We discuss his work with the JASON Project which led to a staff producer role with MediaArt...

Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his craft. Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections on the art of cinematography. Tune in to this engaging episode of The Cams...

Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his craft. Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections on the art of cinematography. Tune in to this engaging episode of The Cams...

Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers, and more! Support The Show: Follow , Rate , and Review the show, wherever you listen! Share the show with your friends! Buy something  from the SWAG SHOP ! Thanks for listening, we'll see you on the next one!

Isaac Shaw is a Television Truck Engineer In Charge with Game Creek Video.  We discuss his diverse college career and finding his path to video systems engineering.  Isaac shares stories from The World Series, The Masters Golf Tournament, The Super Bowl, and his work with NHRA Drag Racing on Fox Sports.  Standby for some bonus content later this week, where Issac takes us through a typical “Day In...

Follow Tony on Instagram @Tony. J.Reyes Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers, and more! Support The Show: Follow , Rate , and Review the show, wherever you listen! Share the show with your friends! Buy something  from the SWAG SHOP ! Thanks for listening, we'll s...

Tony Reyes is a Nashville based Steadicam and Trinity 2 Owner / Operator.  We discuss his college career, starting freelance work, and taking the leap of faith in purchasing his first Steadicam rig.  We talk about his career as a Steadicam operator and lessons learned.  Later this week, standby for some bonus content about building a Steadicam and shot inspiration. Follow Tony on Instagram @Tony....

Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director.  We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV.  Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99,  NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and more shows. Watch: Rock Goes to College: AC/DC   Watch Don's Work: Watch: Joe Bonamassa - "Beyond The Silence" Watch: Skyville Live: Steve Earle - "C...

Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director.  We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV.  Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99,  NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and more shows. Watch: Rock Goes to College: AC/DC   Watch Don's Work: Watch: Joe Bonamassa - "Beyond The Silence" Watch: Skyville Live: Steve Earle - "C...

Kathryn Russ is a Nashville based Producer, Editor, and Director.  We discuss her diverse career and highlights from along the way.  We discuss how being organized and having a game plan creates the opportunity for creativity. Watch: Reba McEntire on "The Road" Watch: Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart, Brian Setzer, and Elvis Costello on "Monday Night Concerts " Watch: Wynonna Judd &a...

We talk with television broadcast engineer Mark Duvall.  Mark gives us unique insights into the “customer service” side of of the business,  that goes beyond making the TV truck work.  We also talk about the art of troubleshooting, asking for the time you need, and earning trust. Follow Mark on Instagram @TVEIC Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on I...

 Daniel Sanders is a Video Shader who as worked on all kinds of shows over the years!  We discuss how he got his first job in media at a radio station,  getting experience with live shows in college,  progressing into lighting,  working with WWF Wrestling and eventually finding his way into Television.  He shares about working with, and learning from the best in the business. Enjoy my conversation...

Friend of the show, Mike King returns!  This time, Mike shares more great stories about a Nashville crew that tracked a NASA satellite with a bowling ball, pranks at The Nashville Network, and other great memories from his career. Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers,...

We take a look back at our first episodes with one of my favorite questions that I get to ask my guests:  "What position on a show do you have the most respect for?"   Follow the show on Instagram @TheCamsChannelPodcast Follow the the host, Tony Holt on Instagram @HoltVideo Check out the Swag Shop for Production Shirts, Pins, Stickers, and more! Support The Show: Follow , Rate , and Revi...

This week we are keeping calm in the chaos with Stage Manager, Chuck Shockley.  Chuck shares about how he hit the ground running in TV working a variety of positions, and eventually finding his way to stage managing.   Chuck shares about the importance of listening, and staying calm in the chaos of live TV. Watch: Fandango on TNN Watch: Tom Petty at Farm Aid 1985 Watch: Stage turntable breaks on 1...

David Lewis is a freelance Television Camera Operator based in Nashville, Tennessee.  We discuss getting started in Chattanooga, moving to Nashville, working as a Video Utility and transitioning to Camera Operator.  David shares stories from the CMA Awards, The Nashville Predators, and several other great shows! Watch: The Passion Live | New Orleans 2016 . Watch: The U2 Performance a barge in fron...

This week with chat with Sam Roberts of .MOV Media.  We discuss his time in Florida learning different show positions, running the jib, and moving to Nashville.  We also talk about the importance of core values, little moments, and starting his company .MOV Media.  Finally, we get to talk about one of his latest projects with KING + COUNTRY that debuts in theaters this week! .MOV Media Website Con...

This week we continue the conversation with Tech Manager Joe Foster.  We discuss his many years and rolls in the business.  Joe has worked as Lighting Designer, Staging Supervisor, Key Grip, Stage Manager, and much more.  We talk about how he got started in the business, and some incredible stories along the way. Watch: Metallica at The Concert for Valor (@ 22:02 you can see the delay screens.) Wa...