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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

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32:29

iPhone Cameras in F1, MrBeast's AI Controversy, and...

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2025/07/01

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 concerned about their future.

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34:50

Adobe's New Camera App, Jurassic World Shoots on...

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2025/06/24

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.

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41:53

Midjourney, ByteDance, and Hailuo’s New Video Models...

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2025/06/21

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's new Astra cloud-based upscaler, FLUX's Kontext model, and impressive new video models from China including Minimax Hailuo 02 and ByteDance's Seedance. Plus, they discuss how AI character ownership might become the next legal frontier as tools like Arc...

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44:52

How AI Transformed My Job Hunt: Addy's Path to...

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2025/06/18

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 position at Stability AI.

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40:59

Apple’s WWDC: Liquid Glass But Where’s the AI?

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2025/06/11

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 ecosystem—4D Gaussian splats bringing static images to life, innovative AI memory storage in MP4 files, and a breakthrough in faster image generation models.

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38:13

We break down everything announced at Unreal Fest

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2025/06/04

Let's break down Unreal Fest, 28 Years Later iPhone rigs, and Natasha Lyonne hitting back at the AI criticism.

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26:32

What We Saw at AI on the Lot

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2025/05/31

Let's talk about what we saw at Hollywood's premier AI in media conference. We'll unpack how the industry is dividing into 2 camps: AI that enhances existing workflows versus fully synthetic generation. Plus SAG-approved AI films, the blurring line between real and AI-generated content, and the debate whether these tools will help creators do more or simply replace jobs.

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28:34

Fortnite Got Permission for AI Darth Vader: Why is...

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2025/05/28

AI is bringing legendary actors back to life - but is SAG-AFTRA on board? In this episode of Denoised, Joey and Addy dive into the controversy surrounding Fortnite's AI Darth Vader and how Orson Welles has returned nearly 40 years after his death. Plus, IMAX makes a surprising comeback with theaters installing 70mm film projectors again, upcoming major films shot on VistaVision, and AI tools you might have missed, including Manus AI's powerful new image generation capabilities.

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42:26

Breaking down Google's BIG AI Updates: Veo 3, Flow,...

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2025/05/23

Google's Veo 3 and Flow, Darren Aronofsky's AI film venture 'Primordial Soup,' and what Jony Ive's $6.5 billion move to OpenAI might mean for the future of AI hardware.

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29:46

Odyssey Shoots Entirely on IMAX, AI First Companies...

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2025/05/16

Christopher Nolan's upcoming Odyssey film will be shot entirely on IMAX with newly developed cameras, companies are reassessing their AI investments after disappointing returns, and Microsoft Research has created a new AI model that can identify when it might be providing inaccurate information.

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35:32

Runway AI Tips, Creator Economy Studios, and Parallel...

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2025/05/13

Tips for for control over AI outputs, a look at big studio's being built by YouTube creators, and a new type of neural network.

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30:45

Netflix Adds Vertical Video, Runway AI Does...

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2025/05/09

Netflix unveils two major platform changes that could reshape how you discover content. Hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect Netflix's new ChatGPT-powered search and vertical short clips feed. Plus, they examine Runway's impressive hand-drawn animated pilot and a practical innovation that lets creators control ComfyUI with a gamepad instead of text prompts.

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37:30

Trump's Film Tariffs, ILM's AI Demo, and Claude's New...

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2025/05/06

Trump proposes a 100% tariff on film produciton outside of the US, sending shockwaves through Hollywood. In this episode of Denoised, Addy and Joey analyze what this policy could mean for American productions and offer practical alternatives. Plus, we examine ILM's AI demonstrations at a recent TED Talk, discuss LA's efforts to streamline film permitting, and break down Claude's new Integrations feature.

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40:03

From Fox to Natasha Lyonne: Three Key AI Developments...

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2025/05/02

Fox Entertainment quietly approves Runway AI for public-facing deliverables, marking a significant industry shift. In this episode, hosts Addy Ghani and Joey Daoud dissect this major development and what it means for other studios. They explore the actual capabilities of AI in film and TV production today, examining real-world applications and the necessity of custom training foundational models. Plus, they discuss Natasha Lyonne's upcoming AI film directorial debut.

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32:53

Duolingo Goes AI-First, Runway's New References...

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2025/04/30

Duolingo's memo announcing an 'AI-first' approach signals a shift away from contractors. In this episode, Addy and Joey analyze what this means for creative professionals, alongside Runway's impressive Gen-4 updates with its new References feature. Plus, we explore how Anthropic's Model Context Protocol is enabling Claude to control professional software like Blender and Resolve, raising questions about the future of creative tools.

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35:59

The Oscars Say AI is OK, Test-Time Training, and...

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2025/04/25

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 'vibe editing' tool that they teased and what it could mean for video editing.

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35:23

Netflix Says AI Will Make Films 10% Better....

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2025/04/22

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. Plus, surprising findings about audience perception of AI-generated stories, and the deal that gives Ryan Coogler copyright ownership of 'Sinners' after 25 years - a potential shift in studio-filmmaker power dynamics.

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36:32

RenderCon, Higgsfield AI, and Vimeo Streaming

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2025/04/18

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-built camera moves, and examine Vimeo's strategic pivot with their new streaming service that allows creators to launch their own Netflix-style platforms.

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34:43

Is Sinners The Savior for Movie Theaters?

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2025/04/15

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 the uncertain future of LA's iconic Cinerama Dome. Plus, we analyze James Cameron's candid take on cutting VFX costs with AI tools, and examine Netflix's partnership with OpenAI to improve their search functionality.

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25:24

NAB 2025: Virtual Production, Gaussian Splats, Budget...

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2025/04/12

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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