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328 - Sesame Street

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Dick Maitland has worked on the sound for over 4,700 episodes of Sesame Street, starting with the show back in 1969. 50 years into the show's run, Steve "Major" Giammaria joined the show as re-recording mixer, and had to quickly get up to speed on all the iconic sounds found on Sesame Street. Together they walk us through the sonic history of one of the most important television programs of all time. Dick talks about performing live foley & sound effects on set during the early days of filming, the importance of signature sounds to make the puppets "real", and how much focus Jim Henson put on the sounds of Sesame Street. Listeners in the Mexico City area, mark you calendars for the Tonebenders Event there on Oct 21st. Full details coming soon! SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time, but there are only a few days left! Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/328-sesame-street/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/ This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Episode 44 - Gina Zdanowicz

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Today my guest is Gina Zdanowicz — Emmy-nominated composer, sound designer, and founder of Serial Labs Sound, a bespoke audio production studio delivering high-quality sound for games, film, TV, and interactive media. With 20 years in the industry, Gina and her teams work spans from indie gems to AAA giants like BioShock 2 and Just Cause 3. She's also a passionate educator and mentor, and co-author of The Game Audio Strategy Guide, helping shape the next generation of audio professionals.

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The Nursery Rhyme That Ruined a Rock Band

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

When a quiz show host asked a simple question about nursery rhymes, it seemed like harmless fun. But that moment triggered a lawsuit that would threaten to bring down one of Australia’s most iconic rock bands. In this story from the Cautionary Tales podcast, we follow the unlikely court case of Men At Work’s “Down Under,” exploring the fine line between inspiration and infringement, and the collateral damage of copyright.

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259 - Creative Sound Design for Short Films, from Aspen Shortsfest 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:01:00 +0000

How do you make a short film sound big on a small budget? Recorded live at Aspen Shortsfest 2025, Glenn sits down with filmmakers Lindon Feng & Hannah Palumbo (“A Bear Remembers”), Louis Bhose (“The Cost of Hugging”), and Elham Ehsas (“There Will Come Soft Rains”) to explore the art of creative sound design for short films.

From crafting immersive soundscapes to collaborating with sound designers and mixers under tight deadlines, this panel reveals how powerful sound choices can transform a story — even with limited resources.

Whether you’re a filmmaker, sound designer, film student, or just love behind-the-scenes insights on filmmaking, this conversation is full of practical tips and creative inspiration for making your short film sound unforgettable.

Many thanks to Community College of Aurora (CCA), Department of Cinematic Arts, who filmed and recorded this panel discussion for us:

- Sourthearak Duong - Camera Operator

- KC Bowlan - Gaffer

- Sofia Race - Camera Operator

- Makayla Levy - Production Audio Mixer

- Matt Baxter - Editor

And thank you to the folks at Aspen Film:

- Aaron Koehler - Director

- Morgan Witt - Production Coordinator

Thanks as well to Colorado Mountain College for their production support:

- Bruna Batista Rosa

- Andy Garay

- Madi Rochon

- Theo Corwin

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327 - KPop Demon Hunters

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Michael Babcock (re-recording mixer/sound designer/supervising sound editor) talks about the challenges of the sound work for KPop Demon Hunters. The animated film has quickly become a world wide sensation and Netflix's most watched title ever (523.6 million viewer hours)! Michael calls the project the most challenging film he has ever worked on. Coming up with sound design that compliments the massive music tracks that have to be the main feature put his skills to the test. This episode is a re-podcast of an episode from The Creative Leaders Podcast, hosted by Stepnen Scott. https://open.spotify.com/show/4nAAx7xPdTW0rxoOxgvygH Listeners in the Mexico City area, mark you calendars for the Tonebenders Event there on Oct 21st. Full details coming soon! SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time. Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/327-kpop-demon-hunters/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/ This episode is hosted by Stephen Scott

326 - Weapons

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Director Zach Cregger's latest film, Weapons, has been both a critical and a box office success. One of the film's biggest strengths is it's distinctive sound work, created by Luciano Vignola (Supervising Sound Editor & Re-Recording MIxer), Filipe Messeder (Sound Designer & Re-Recording Mixer) and Jake O’Brien (Dialogue Editor). They discuss what makes a jump scare work, the importance of ambiences and foley in the psychology of horror, getting a director to engage on the mix stage & lots more. A big announcement off the top as Tonebenders is going to Mexico City on Oct 21st! SPONSOR: After over a year of dedicated work, the entire Sound Ideas sound effects collection, over 500,000 individual files, has been upgraded to the Universal Category System’s, filename and metadata standards. With this enhancement, sounds are now more organized, searchable, and ready for seamless integration into your workflow. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/Page/ucs-data-upgrade to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/326-weapons/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Sound Off (Gold): Transit Tunes & Childhood Chimes

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

We’re proud to present the winning entries from our Sound Off competition: five listener-made short stories that rose to the very top. From clever tinnitus tonics to melodic subway signals, from mischievous church bells to a guitar that speaks in whispers, this Gold Collection is rich with emotion, originality, and sonic craft.

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325 - Cultivating Creative Flow in Game Audio Development (Sonic Days Conference)

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This episode is a re-podcast of a live panel from last year's Sonic Days Conference, in Denmark. The panelists explore the creative process behind game audio development, diving into strategies for fostering innovation, overcoming creative blocks, and enhancing collaboration in the industry. The panel is made up of: Richard Lapington, Audio Director, Remedy Entertainment Katrine Amsler, Sound Designer, IO Interactive Simon Stevnhoved, Senior Sound Designer, Massive Entertainment Mikkel Anttila, Freelance Sound Designer Moderated by Niels Böttcher, Sound Designer Mark your calendars for Sonic Days 2025, and join Tonebenders' host Tim Muirhead, in Kolding Denmark on November 19th and 20th. Full details will be coming out soon...... SPONSOR: After over a year of dedicated work, the entire Sound Ideas sound effects collection, over 500,000 individual files, has been upgraded to the Universal Category System’s, filename and metadata standards. With this enhancement, sounds are now more organized, searchable, and ready for seamless integration into your workflow. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/325-cultivating-creative-flow-in-game-audio-development-sonic-days-conference/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Drama vs. Documentary: Ben Baird’s Unique Sound Journey on 'Last Breath'

A Sound Effect — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:37:34 +0000

Not only did Ben Baird design and mix the sound for director Alex Parkinson's DRAMATIC film, Last Breath. He also designed and mixed the sound for director Alex Parkinson's DOCUMENTARY film, Last Breath. Same story told with two different approaches; documentary and dramatic - using the same director, same composer, and of course, same sound designer and mixer.

This is truly a rare occurrence, and we're excited to share how Ben Baird approached the sound for both, what unique challenges each film posed, how documentary sound compares to dramatic film sound - and what he's taken away from this experience of mixing the same story for two different genres.

Yahoo! The Yodel Heard Around the World

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

It’s one of the quirkiest, most iconic sonic logos ever: a four-note vocal flourish that defined the early internet. In this episode, we follow the Yahoo Yodel on its unlikely journey from the snowy Swiss Alps to ‘90s country bars to Super Bowl ads. Along the way, we meet the real-life cowboy behind this yodel, whose voice launched a billion clicks... as well a high-stakes legal battle. Featuring musician and yodeler Wylie Gustafson.

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Episode 43 - Ken Usami

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

My next guest is Ken Usami, Senior Manager of the Capcom Sound Team consisting of over 90 people, Audio Director, Sound Designer, Music Composer, Educator, guitarist - just so many things!

Since joining Capcom in 2012 after graduating from Berklee College of Music, Ken has played a key role in shaping the audio experience of major titles like Resident Evil 7. From Foley recordings to immersive sound design, his work has helped define the eerie, tension-filled atmosphere that makes these games unforgettable.

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324 - Black Mirror

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Black Mirror has consistently been a ground breaking series over the show's decade plus run. It has set a high standard within the sound community as well. The recent release of Season 7, keeps that sonic bar extremely high, especially on the Emmy nominated episode "USS Callister: Into Infinity". Supervising Sound Editor Tom Jenkins, Music Editor Poppy Kavanagh & Re-Recording Mixer James Ridgway tell us about the challenges of working on a science-fiction anthology series where every episode is completely different, the importance of having Poppy work with the music across the entire series 7, and what they learned designing the sound for an epic space battle. Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. https://tonebenderspodcast.com/tonebenders-sound-design-meet-up/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time. Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/324-black-mirror/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

CAS In Conversation Ep.17 | Andy Nelson CAS with Joshua Anderson CAS

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 21:09:32 +0000

In Conversation, Ep.17 | Re-recording Mixer Andy Nelson CAS shares his thoughts on dialogue, music and cinema at large in a conversation with Joshua Anderson CAS. Andy takes us through an almost 50 year career, from London to Los Angeles, dozens of award nominations, 2 Academy Awards, 5 BAFTAs, 3 CAS Awards and receiving the 2014 CAS Career Achievement Award. This episode of In Conversation was recorded in Los Angeles, CA. Total Running Time: 00:58

323 - The Righteous Gemstones & Pee-wee as Himself

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:56:33 +0000

The Righteous Gemstones is a big broad comedy about excess, except for the first episode of season 4, which takes place nearly 200 years before the main series. With the American Civil as the backdrop, this story is gritty and dirty, a complete departure from the bulk of the series. Pee-wee as Himself is a disarming documentary playing with what is true and what is Hollywood gamesmanship. Featuring an uncompromising interview with Paul Reubens as he wrestles with where Pee-Wee starts and Reubens ends. A common thread between these two projects is pristine sound work that leads the charge. The Emmy nominated Supervising sound editors/re-recording mixers for both Righteous Gemstones (Nicholas Renbeck) and Pee-wee as Himself (Daniel Timmons) join Tonebenders for a fascinating talk, as they compare and contrast working on these two very different projects. Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. https://tonebenderspodcast.com/tonebenders-sound-design-meet-up/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time. Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/323-the-righteous-gemstones-pee-wee-as-himself/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

322 – The Sound Of Star Trek Roundtable

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

How is it possible that it took until the 322nd episode of Tonebenders for a discussion about the sound design of the Star Trek franchise?! This episode, featuring two guests that have collectively worked on over a 150 episodes within the Star Trek universe, will finally give us a chance to dig deep into the iconic sounds of Star Trek. James Lucero (Supervising Sound Editor), from Star Trek Lower Decks, and Michael Schapiro (Supervising Sound Editor/Sound Designer) from Star Trek: Section 31, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Discovery and Star Trek: Short Treks are absolute experts on what this sci-fi giant sounds like. Both have also been nominated for Emmys this year as well! Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. Also you have until August 15th to get your Listener Field Recording Stories. Full details on how to submit are at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time. Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/322-the-sound-of-star-trek-roundtable/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Episode 120 Angela McArthur (UCL)

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:11:15 +0000

We've just submitted our panel proposal for SXSW 2026: “Audible Dimensions: Expanding Story Through Spatial Audio” We'll explore how spatial audio is more than a technical enhancement but a powerful storytelling tool. From shaping emotion and perspective to guiding audience engagement, we'll discuss how designing for immersive media means writing for space as well as time. As platforms like Meta, Apple Vision Pro, and Android XR raise audience expectations, spatial audio is becoming indispensable to immersive storytelling. Please cast your vote and support our session here. https://participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sxsw26/community-voting-sxsw/page/community-voting/session/1752616879438001oo8Q In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel and Monica Bolles are joined by the spatial sound artist and academic Angela McArthur from London, UK. We dive into the IKO, 3D inside-out playback speaker system developed by Sonible, IEM, which offers unique characteristics, making the space architecture part of the sound presentation. For extended show notes and more information on this episode, go to www.immersiveaudiopodcast.com This episode was produced by Oliver Kadel, Monica Bolles and Emma Rees and included music by Rhythm Scott. How to access the content from our Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series? Head out to our page on Patreon www.patreon.com/c/immersiveaudiopodcast. The sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. The livestream contains video demonstrations and spatial audio playback with live Q&A. Keep up to date with our upcoming events, announcements and industry news by subscribing to our newsletter. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to show your support, please consider becoming a Patreon. Not only are you supporting us, but you will also get special access to bonus content and much more. Find out more on our official Patreon page - www.patreon.com/immersiveaudiopodcast We want to hear from you! We value our community and would appreciate it if you would take our very quick survey and help us make the Immersive Audio Podcast even better: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3Y9B2MJ Thank you! You can follow the podcast on X @IAudioPodcast for regular updates and content, or get in touch via podcast@1618digital.com immersiveaudiopodcast.com

258 - The Sound and Cinematography of Adolescence

Dolby — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Emmy Award®-nominated Director Philip Barantini and fellow nominees — including cinematographer Matthew Lewis and the sound team of James Drake, Jules Woods, Rob Entwistle, and Kiff McManus — join us this week to discuss the making of “Adolescence,” Netflix’s hit limited series. Nominated for thirteen Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, the show’s four episodes were each filmed as single, continuous takes, creating a gripping real-time experience for viewers — and offering some unexpected advantages for the filmmakers.

“For Netflix, it was very different for them because… they're very limited in what notes you can give. You can't say, ‘I think that scene needs to move to a different location’ or whatever. It's literally got to be performance notes… And so, they were fantastic. Netflix were just amazing, really, really amazing partners.”

—Philip Barantini, Director, Executive Producer, “Adolescence”

Joining today’s conversation:

- Philip Barantini, Director, Executive Producer

- Matthew Lewis, Director of Photography, Camera Operator

- James Drake, Supervising Sound Editor, Re-Recording Mixer

- Jules Woods, AMPS, CAS, Re-Recording Mixer

- Rob Entwistle, AMPS, Production Sound Mixer

- Kiff McManus, AMPS, Production Sound Mixer

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Super Mario Bros: Koji Kondo’s 8-Bit Masterpiece

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

From the springy jump sound to the iconic Overworld Theme, the sound of Super Mario Bros. is instantly recognizable. With just five lo-fi audio channels and 40 kilobytes of space, composer Koji Kondo created a soundscape full of unforgettable melodies. In this episode, we explore how Kondo’s playful instincts, rhythmic trickery, and love of jazz fusion defined the sound of Mario. Featuring Kirk Hamilton of Strong Songs and Thomas of Thomas Game Docs.

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321 – The Sound of The Last Of Us & The Penguin

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The audio post teams from both The Penguin and Season 2 of The Last Of Us, sit down together to hash out the work they did on their respective series. Workflows are discussed and compared, favourite sound moments are shared and many other challenges, that must be overcome in these types of prestige series, are opened up. From The Last Of Us, Michael Benavente (Supervising Sound Editor) & Samuel Ejnes (Re-Recording Mixer) join Rich Bologna (Supervising Sound Editor) & Andy Kris (Re-Recording Mixer) from The Penguin, for this illuminating conversation. Also Congrats to all four for their recent Emmy Nominations! Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. Also you have until August 15th to get your Listener Field Recording Stories. Full details on how to submit are at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas’ highly anticipated Mid-Year Sale has been extended for a limited time. Unlock 50% off, on thousands of premium recordings, from epic cinematic sounds to authentic ambiences, ideal for any creative project. This applies to all Sound Ideas proprietary libraries. With over 45 years of experience, Sound Ideas delivers audio trusted by professionals worldwide. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/321-the-sound-of-the-last-of-us-amp-the-penguin/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Episode 119 Tim Archer (Audio for Giant Screens & Themed Attractions)

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:03:46 +0000

In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel and Monica Bolles are joined by the production sound mixer, sound designer and mixing engineer – Tim Archer from Victoria, Canada. We discuss Tim’s approach to creating an immersive experience for giant screens and theme attractions, from location sound to sound design, final mix and speaker system design at the installation venues. For extended show notes and more information on this episode, go to www.immersiveaudiopodcast.com This episode was produced by Oliver Kadel, Monica Bolles and Emma Rees and included music by Rhythm Scott. How to access the content from our Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series? Head out to our page on Patreon www.patreon.com/c/immersiveaudiopodcast. The sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. The livestream contains video demonstrations and spatial audio playback with live Q&A. Keep up to date with our upcoming events, announcements and industry news by subscribing to our newsletter. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to show your support, please consider becoming a Patreon. Not only are you supporting us, but you will also get special access to bonus content and much more. Find out more on our official Patreon page - www.patreon.com/immersiveaudiopodcast We want to hear from you! We value our community and would appreciate it if you would take our very quick survey and help us make the Immersive Audio Podcast even better: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3Y9B2MJ Thank you! You can follow the podcast on X @IAudioPodcast for regular updates and content, or get in touch via podcast@1618digital.com immersiveaudiopodcast.com

320 - Adolescence

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Adolescence is a limited series on Netflix consisting of 4 episodes, each made up of a single continuous hour long take. This "one-er" format presented tremendous challenges to the sound team, both on set and in post production. Intense planning was needed in order to capture everything in production, and constant panning was needed in the mix to keep the sound locked to the shifting camera movement. Production sound mixers Rob Entwistle & Kiff McManus tell us about the organized chaos during filming, while supervising sound editor, James Drake, and re-recording mixer, Jules Woods, discuss the intricate detail they dove into to create the immersive feel of the final mix. Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. Also you have until August 15th to get your Listener Field Recording Stories. Full details on how to submit are at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas is Introducing the newest instalment to The Hollywood Edge’s legendary sound effect collection: Premiere Edition - Volume 12! Build a rich audio-sphere to enhance all your productions, with this impressive assortment of sound genres: ranging from Machinery, to Nature, to Science Fiction. Access over 3000 sounds, available in four resolutions and with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting. Head over to www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/320-adolescence/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

257 - The Music of The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Dolby — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Academy Award®-winning composer Michael Giacchino returns to Dolby Creator Talks to discuss his bold and emotional score for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.” In this in-depth conversation with guest host Jon Burlingame, Giacchino shares how he approached scoring one of Marvel’s most iconic franchises, including how he balanced moments of sweeping sincerity with all that pulpy fun.

“All I could think of in my head was like, if I took ‘The Right Stuff’ and if I took the Disneyland Electric Light Parade and smashed them together… that's gonna give us our ‘Fantastic Four’ music. And so I went right to town, over a year ago, on this theme. Which is something you never, ever get to do as a composer. It's so rare that you get to write a piece of music so early on.”

—Michael Giacchino, Composer, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”

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Check out Michael Giacchino’s previous appearances on the Dolby podcast:

- War for the Planet of the Apes - https://youtu.be/IMoypCm9pEc

- The Sound and Music of The Batman - https://youtu.be/uZ_3Kdm_ZhE

- The Making of Marvel’s Werewolf by Night - https://youtu.be/vVALDtPJyss

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319 - How Will A.I. Affect Sound Designers

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This episode has been a long time coming. I have been trying to figure out how to tackle a discussion about A.I. and it’s influence on how sound editors will all be able to do our work in the future. So when the MPSE put out a press release about A.I. created work and it’s eligibility at their Golden Reel Awards, I saw it as a chance to broach the subject. David Barber, MPSE President, and Brent Findley are both on the A.I. committee with the guild and have spent countless hours thinking about how A.I. is going to effect sound editors. Listeners in London England, come on out on August 24th at 7pm to the Crown and Two Chairmen to the second Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up, presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors. Also you have until August 15th to get your Listener Field Recording Stories. Full details on how to submit are at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ SPONSOR: Sound Ideas is Introducing the newest instalment to The Hollywood Edge’s legendary sound effect collection: Premiere Edition - Volume 12! Build a rich audio-sphere to enhance all your productions, with this impressive assortment of sound genres: ranging from Machinery, to Nature, to Science Fiction. Access over 3000 sounds, available in four resolutions and with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/ to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/318-how-will-a-i-affect-sound-designers/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Sound Off (Silver): Pinball Pings & Airport Acoustics

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presenting the second short story collection from our Sound Off competition, featuring five pieces written and produced entirely by our listeners. From the sonic evolution of pinball to reused classical melodies to the battle against airport noise, this Silver Collection is a diverse and enlightening set of snackable stories.

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318 - MPSE Presents The Sound Legacy of James Bond

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Recorded in the legendary Formosa Trident Studios, this talk features someone on the sound team from every James Bond film released since 1973?!!!! Michael Fentum ( Sound Editor on No Time To Die), Karen Baker Landers (Supervising Sound Editor on Skyfall & Spectre), Mike Prestwood Smith (Re-recording Mixer on Casino Royal & Quantum of Solace) and Graham Hartstone (Re-Recording Mixer on Moonraker, For Your Eyes Only, Octopussy, A View To A Kill, The Living Daylights, License to Kill, Golden Eye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough, Die Another Day and more), talk about their initial thoughts when they found out they would be working on the Bond franchise, the scenes they are most proud of and lots more. Big “thanks” to the Motion Picture Sound Editors, for sponsoring this series of episodes featuring the interviews I did while in England. To learn more about the Motion Picture Sound Editors, you can go to https://mpse.org/. They are doing great work to support and advocate for sound editors around the world. SPONSOR: The Cargo Cult’s Matchbox 2 is a change management tool that is invaluable when doing comforms. It reveals the differences, reports on the damage, and then re-times your sound mix, saving you incalculable amounts of time. To Learn all about the new features in Matchbox 2, head over to www.https://www.thecargocult.nz/ , to learn more about Matchbox 2 and pulldown the free 15 day trial. Matchbox 2 is exactly what you have been waiting for. Spend your time being creative and let Matchbox handle the conforming. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/318-mpse-presents-the-sound-legacy-of-james-bond/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Episode 42 - Nia Hansen

Ben Reichstein — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Nia Hansen is a sound designer with none other than Skywalker Sound. She has experience in foley supervising, editing, mixing, and field recording and works primarily on science fiction and fantasy feature films. Over her impressive career, her work has brought life to the sonic worlds of Marvel, Disney, and Pixar—crafting the signature sounds of vibranium, Thor’s axe, and other iconic elements. Nia is also author of the incredible Graven trilogy. Nia designs technology, magic, and creatures layered with texture, symbolism, and deep attention to detail.

The intro for this episode is a scene in Avengers: Endgame during the battle between Dr. Strange and Thanos. The ourto for this episode are scenes from Marvel's Dr. Strange.

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317 - The Bear Season 4

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Fresh off of receiving 2 Emmy nominations, for Sound Mixing and Sound Editing, the audio team from The Bear sits down to talk about their work on the latest season of the acclaimed series. Re-Recording Mixer & Supervising Sound Editor Steve "Major" Giammaria, Dialog Editor Evan Benjamin and Production Sound Mixer Scott Smith, break down the many challenges this series presents, both on set and in post production. They breakdown a few key scenes and follow how the dialog is captured on set, cleaned and prepped in editorial and finally crafted on the mix stage. Listeners in England mark your calendars for Sunday August 24th for the Tonebenders London Sound Design Meet-up presented by the motion picture sound editors. Full Details at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/tonebenders-sound-design-meet-up/ See you there everyone! SPONSORS: The Cargo Cult’s Matchbox 2 is a change management tool that is invaluable when doing comforms. It reveals the differences, reports on the damage, and then re-times your sound mix, saving you incalculable amounts of time. To Learn all about the new features in Matchbox 2, head over to www.https://www.thecargocult.nz/ , to learn more about Matchbox 2 and pulldown the free 15 day trial. Matchbox 2 is exactly what you have been waiting for. Spend your time being creative and let Matchbox handle the conforming. Check out Extension 12, of the iconic General Series 6000 Library: Sound Ideas’ most popular sound effects collection. This newest addition features Over 2,500 high-quality recordings, over a wide range of sounds for both the fantastical and the realistic. Available in four resolutions with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting, this library ensures show-stopping results. https://www.sound-ideas.com/Product/2459/General-Series-6000-Extension-12 Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/317-the-bear-season-4/ Podcast Homepage:https://tonebenderspodcast.com This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Mixing Madison Square Garden for Vulfpeck’s Biggest Show

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

When Vulfpeck played a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden, the performance looked effortless. But behind the scenes, their Front of House Engineer and Tour Manager Jake Hartsfield was juggling missing tickets, technical curveballs, and mixing seventeen dynamic musicians through a nearly two-hour set. In this episode, we follow Jake through one extraordinarily high-stakes day, and discover just how much craft, preparation, and composure it takes to make a live show feel magical. Featuring Mixing and Front of House Engineer Jake Hartsfield.

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256 - The Music of Superman

Dolby — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Composers John Murphy and David Fleming join guest host Jon Burlingame to discuss their original score for “Superman,” directed by James Gunn. In this two-part conversation, Murphy and Fleming share their personal connections to the character, the emotional and thematic goals of the music, and the creative process of scoring an iconic superhero story for a new generation. They also reflect on the legacy of John Williams’s original theme and how it influenced their approach.

“Everyone who works in film music reveres John Williams, and that score is kind of a gem of film music. So to be asked to explore the DNA of that theme was a privilege, but definitely a humbling privilege. You are confronted with this truly iconic theme… But at the same time, there still felt like there was a lot to explore within the confines of that theme… I remember, I was having a meeting with James [Gunn] and I said, the part of the John Williams theme that always really touched me is the end… There's something about it that's hopeful. Really, really hopeful. And I started playing around with it with some different chords, and I could tell James was getting sort of moved by it. It felt like we were discovering something and finding something new that fit his Clark Kent and his Superman, as well.”

—David Fleming, Composer, “Superman”

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Episode 118 Julian Treasure (The Forgotten Skills of Speaking and Listening)

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:25:19 +0000

In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel and Monica Bolles are joined by the international speaker, author and communication expert – Julian Treasure, from Orkney, Scotland. In this episode, we dive deep into the fundamentals of human communication, discussing the profound importance of listening and powerful speaking and its universal impact on our lives. For extended show notes and more information on this episode go to www.immersiveaudiopodcast.com This episode was produced by Oliver Kadel, Monica Bolles and Emma Rees and included music by Rhythm Scott. How to access the content from our Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series? Head out to our page on Patreon www.patreon.com/c/immersiveaudiopodcast. The sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. The livestream contains video demonstrations and spatial audio playback with live Q&A. Keep up to date with our upcoming events, announcements and industry news by subscribing to our newsletter. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to show your support, please consider becoming a Patreon. Not only are you supporting us, but you will also get special access to bonus content and much more. Find out more on our official Patreon page - www.patreon.com/immersiveaudiopodcast We want to hear from you! We value our community and would appreciate it if you would take our very quick survey and help us make the Immersive Audio Podcast even better: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3Y9B2MJ Thank you! You can follow the podcast on X @IAudioPodcast for regular updates and content or get in touch via podcast@1618digital.com immersiveaudiopodcast.com

255 - Gareth Edwards and the Sound of Jurassic World: Rebirth

Dolby — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Director Gareth Edwards returns to Dolby Creator Talks to discuss “Jurassic World: Rebirth,” the latest installment in the iconic dinosaur franchise. He and his sound team share how they crafted the film’s breathtaking sonic landscape — along with the challenges of an accelerated production schedule, and why that constraint ultimately proved creatively liberating.

“Normally, on a movie like this, from the day you first get contacted… to the day you go, ‘OK, we’re finished,’ it’s about two-and-a-half years. And this was a year-and-a-quarter! Jabez [Olssen], who’s our editor, he put a quote on the door of the edit suite… It was [from] Leonard Bernstein, and it said something like, ‘Art is when you have a plan but not quite enough time.’ And there was something about that idea of when there isn’t time to mess around — you can’t experiment like crazy, you gotta go with your first gut instinct — something interesting happens. And I’m half-tempted now, in all future contracts to make another film, to ask, ‘Whatever schedule you’re considering, can you just halve it?’”

—Gareth Edwards, Director, “Jurassic World: Rebirth”

Joining today’s conversation:

- Gareth Edwards - Director

- Tim Nielsen - Sound Designer and Supervising Sound Editor

- Bjørn Ole Schroeder - Supervising Sound Editor

- Pete Horner - Re-recording Mixer

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316 – Field Recording Stories With Tim

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Tonebenders' host, Tim Muirhead, tells tales of some of his favourite field recording (mis)adventures and invites all the podcasts' listeners to send in their own stories of capturing interesting sounds in the wild. Tim shares stories of recording in unusual places, when strangers find microphones left to record on their own, his favourite sound he has ever recorded and lots more. To get full details on how to submit your own recordings to be part of a future episode of Tonebenders, go to https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ This Episode is an updated re-podcast, that originally aired Oct 5th 2023. SPONSOR: Check out Extension 12 of the iconic, General Series 6000 Library: Sound Ideas’ most popular sound effects collection. This newest addition features over 2,500 high-quality recordings, over a wide range of sounds for both the fantastical and the realistic. Including noises of nature, industrial sounds, magical creatures and lots more. Available in four resolutions with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting, this library ensures show-stopping results. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/Product/2459/General-Series-6000-Extension-12 to learn more. Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/316-field-recording-stories-with-tim/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com   This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Finding your Uniqueness with Alejandro Pérez Heinze

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

#89: My guest today is Alejandro Pérez Heinze who is a composer, Flamenco guitarist, audio engineer, Kontakt instrument producer, and audio educator based in Mexico. He has worked on a wide variety of projects including Kontakt instrument production on Kena: Bridge of Spirits, also working with Austin Wintory on projects such as Thai Cave Rescue, and composing on games such as Frogreign.

In this episode, we talk about Alejandro’s extremely broad career path, starting off as an electric guitarist, switching over to Flamenco guitar, going to college for Biotech, and switching to audio production and engineering. We also talk about his unique skillset and how it landed him work in the game audio industry, and so much more.

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The Music of Jeopardy! From a Lullaby to $100,000,000

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

It’s the most recognizable TV theme in America. But Jeopardy’s “Think Music” wasn’t originally written for a game show… It was written for a toddler. In this episode, we trace the unlikely journey of the Jeopardy theme, from Merv Griffin’s living room to over 10,000 episodes across six decades. Along the way, we explore the show’s sonic evolution, including honking buzzers, 80s synths, and orchestral remixes. Featuring Lisa Broffman, Jeopardy’s Consulting Co-Executive Producer.

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109 Mike Fitzgerald - Production Sound Mixer and boom op based out of Orlando, Florida

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:06:00 +0000

Mike Fitzgerald is a production sound mixer and boom op based out of Orlando, Florida. He uses a Sound Devices 833 mixer/recorder combined with the Sound Devices SL-2. He also uses two Lectrosonics DSR4 receivers and Lectrosonics SMQV and SMWB transmitters. Mike uses Sanken COS-11D lav mics. For timecode, the Denecke JB-1 are his choice for sync boxes. When wiring talent, Mike likes the Viviana Super Dots and Extreme Moleskin for expendables. On the boom pole, he use the Schoeps CMC641 and CMIT5u mics, as well as the Sennheiser MKH-416. And he recently got a Blackbird audio cart. For more information, check out https://boommikefitz.com/

Each episode we talk with location sound mixers, boom ops and other industry pros about the various aspects of recording sound on-location for feature and independent films, TV commercials, interviews, anytime where dialog from actors is recorded. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this podcast is packed with great stories and lessons about recording on-location.

254 - The Sound of F1: The Movie

Dolby — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:01:00 +0000

When director Joe Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer set out to make “F1,” their goal was to create the most authentic Formula One film ever made. Recorded in person at Skywalker Sound, this episode features the sound team behind the film, who share how they brought that vision to life. They discuss the extraordinary lengths they went to in order to craft a visceral, true-to-life experience for racing fans and everyday viewers alike — while also highlighting the invaluable support they received from the production and the film’s director, Joe Kosinski.

“I would say Joe is the grand master at giving us these opportunities [to succeed]. God bless him, because he gets it. He knows you can’t just say, ‘I want this to be an authentic Formula One movie — figure it out.’ He was like, ‘We’re going to start early. We’re going to give you whatever resources you need. And everything is going to be 100% perfect.’ And he’s not like, ‘This has to be perfect.’ It’s just, ‘We’re going to do this together. What do you need? I’m going to help you. Let’s get going.’”

—Al Nelson, Supervising Sound Editor, “F1”

Joining today’s conversation:

- Al Nelson – Supervising sound editor/sound designer

- Juan Peralta – Re-recording mixer

- Gary Rizzo – Re-recording mixer

- Gwendolyn Yates Whittle – Supervising sound editor

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Episode 41 - Oliver Menadue

Ben Reichstein — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Oliver Menadue is a UK based sound artist, and creater of the youtube channel Rare Finds Sound Design. Ollie takes his viewers along on his field recording adventures capturing the world one sound at a time through advanced recording techniques and self made microphones. He also crafts those sounds into sound effect packets, sharing his passion for sonic exploration with the broader creative community. Join on this episode as we talk about field recording, creative sonic creation, and getting started as a field recordist.

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253 - The Music of Elio with Composer Rob Simonsen

Dolby — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Composer Rob Simonsen joins guest host Jon Burlingame to discuss his sweeping and emotionally rich score for Pixar’s “Elio.” The composer shares how he approached scoring the story of a young boy making first contact with aliens, weaving together emotional warmth, cosmic wonder, and a sense of fun. He also discusses how Dolby Atmos® helped shape the immersive quality of the soundtrack, after being a bit of a skeptic of the technology at first.

“Scott Michael Smith, who recorded and mixed the score, said early on that we were going to record in Atmos, and that's really the way to do it… I have to admit, I was a little like, ‘eh, do we need to do Atmos? I don't know.’ And then Scott played me some Atmos files… and again, I am not being paid to say this. I was literally blown away… It gave me chills. I mean, I'm not sure what witchcraft is going on to make it as kind of amazing as it is, but I was really sold.”

—Rob Simonsen, Composer, “Elio”

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315 - Sound Effects Field Recording Round Table

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

While in Los Angeles I was able to get 3 of the city's busiest sound effects recordists together, in the same room. We had a talk about their careers and some of their adventures in capturing the sounds for Hollywood's biggest films. John Paul Fasal, Charlie Campagna & Eric Potter have recorded jets, race cars, and many more iconic sounds! They discuss how they approach different projects, what their responsibilities are and how things have changed over the years. We also announce Tonebenders' is collecting Listener Field Recording Stories, for an upcoming episode. So dig out your favourite recordings and tell us the stories behind them. Full Details on how to participate at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/field-recording-story-submissions/ Also Don't forget about Tonebenders London Soul Design Meet-up, coming up on August 24th, at The Crown and Two Chairmen in Soho. Full Details at https://tonebenderspodcast.com/tonebenders-sound-design-meet-up/ SPONSORS: The Cargo Cult’s Matchbox 2 is a change management tool that is invaluable when doing comforms. It reveals the differences, reports on the damage, and then re-times your sound mix, saving you incalculable amounts of time. To Learn all about the new features in Matchbox 2, head over to www.thecargocult.nz , to learn more about Matchbox 2 and pulldown the free 15 day trial. Matchbox 2 is exactly what you have been waiting for. Spend your time being creative and let Matchbox handle the conforming. If you are interested in field recording, you should know about the O-Mini P48 and the brand new O-Mini PIP miniature omni-directional electret microphones. They are ultra-sonic capable, which makes manipulating your recordings with them a lot of fun. They are also extremely affordable. At $150us for the P48 & $130 for the PIP, they offer a lot of value for a stereo matched pair. Head over to https://www.chrisatrevino.com/store to learn more. Check out Extension 12, of the iconic General Series 6000 Library: Sound Ideas’ most popular sound effects collection. This newest addition features Over 2,500 high-quality recordings, over a wide range of sounds for both the fantastical and the realistic. Available in four resolutions with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting, this library ensures show-stopping results. Check out Extension 12, of the iconic General Series 6000 Library: Sound Ideas’ most popular sound effects collection. This newest addition features Over 2,500 high-quality recordings, over a wide range of sounds for both the fantastical and the realistic. Available in four resolutions with descriptive metadata in UCS formatting, this library ensures show-stopping results. https://www.sound-ideas.com/Product/2459/General-Series-6000-Extension-12 Episode Notes: https://tonebenderspodcast.com/315-sound-effects-field-recording-round-table/ Podcast Homepage: https://tonebenderspodcast.com   This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

314 – MPSE Presents: House Of The Dragon

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

House Of The Dragon is one of the biggest shows on TV and the sound of the show is one of the big reasons for that success. Al Sirkett (Re-Recording Mixer/Supervising Sound Editor), Barnaby Smyth (Foley Artist /Foley Supervisor), Ruth Knight (Sound Editor) and Doug Cooper (Re-Recording Mixer) joined me for an in-person interview to talk about the immense challenge of building the world of Westeros through sound. They also discuss the many different kinds of fire recordings they used, and some keys scenes including The Battle of Rook's Rest, The Red Sowing and Blood and Cheese's mission. Big thanks to the Motion Picture Sound Editors, for sponsoring this series of episodes featuring the interviews I did while in England. To learn more about the Motion Picture Sound Editors, you can go to https://www.mpse.org. They are doing great work to support and advocate for sound editors all around the world. SPONSOR: The Cargo Cult’s Matchbox 2 is a change management tool that is invaluable when doing comforms. It reveals the differences, reports on the damage, and then re-times your sound mix, saving you incalculable amounts of time. To Learn all about the new features in Matchbox 2, head over to https://www.thecargocult.nz , to learn more about Matchbox 2 and pulldown the free 15 day trial. Matchbox 2 is exactly what you have been waiting for. Spend your time being creative and let Matchbox handle the conforming. Episode Notes:  https://tonebenderspodcast.com/314-mpse-presents-house-of-the-dragon/ Podcast Homepage: www.tonebenderspodcast.com   This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

Sound Off (Bronze): Siren Calls & Medical Melodies

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Twenty Thousand Hertz is proud to present the first short story collection from our Sound Off competition, featuring six bite-sized pieces written and produced entirely by our listeners. From the dawn of recording to the sonic secrets of thunder, from mythic sirens to melodic medicine, this Bronze Collection offers a first taste of the breadth and originality of these incredible stories.

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251 - Making Black Mirror: “USS Callister: Into Infinity”

Dolby — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:01:00 +0000

NOTE: This interview contains spoilers from both Black Mirror: “USS Callister” episodes.

Join us as we boldly go behind the scenes of Black Mirror: “USS Callister: Into Infinity,” with the creative team behind the episode. In this panel, the director, composer, supervising sound editor, and VFX supervisor share how they brought the nightmarish galaxy of Robert Daly back to life with bold visuals, cinematic music, and immersive sound, as well as the reasons why this became the very first Black Mirror sequel ever.

“It's really tricky when you come back and do a sequel of something. None of us wanted to work on something that was going to be any lesser than the original. And the original is… speaking for myself… the closest thing to a perfect episode. It has such a great beginning, middle and end. And it has such a great conclusion, it feels so wrapped up. Yet it's still a great launching point into a whole new recognizable world. But it's its own IP. And so I always knew that it had the potential to be a series or a sequel. I knew that I wanted to explore these characters in that world even further.”

—Toby Haynes, Director, Black Mirror: “USS Callister: Into Infinity”

Joining today’s conversation:

- Toby Haynes - Director

- Tom Jenkins - Supervising Sound Editor

- James MacLachlan - VFX Supervisor

- Daniel Pemberton - Composer

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312 - The Pitt

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Hospitals are really hard to create sound design for. The walla and general soundscape of a hospital is very different than any other location, because they are dense but not necessarily loud. Plus there are lots of medical machines that need to be accounted for. In the new HBO emergency room drama, The Pitt, this challenge is amplified as the show takes place entirely inside an especially intense ER. Supervising Sound Editor Bryan Parker and Re-Recording Mixers Ed Carr & Todd Grace, tell us how they used the sounds of The PItt to increase the tension, emotions and payoffs..... all with almost no score in the series. No detail was left to chance, as a map of the fictional emergency room was used extensively by the sound team, to motivate panning and what kind of sounds are heard by the audience. The use of sound design to draw you into the story is one of The PItt's greatest triumphs. SPONSORS: Check out one of Sound Ideas latest libraries The General HD vol 6, which brings over 4000 new effects, to add to your arsenal of sounds: from the deepest depths of the ocean, to the highest peaks of mountains and well beyond. Whatever the mood or circumstance, General HD 6 will cover it. This new library comes with rich metadata in UCS format, and is available in 24bit 96k resolution. Head over to https://www.sound-ideas.com/Product/2465/General-HD-6-Sound-Effects-Collection to learn more. The Soundminer Database Companion, or SMDBC, is an amazing App that is extremely easy to use. SMDBC simply cleans up your Soundminer Databases, saving you time and effort on all your future searches. Simple as that. It does not erase anything from your drives, unless you want it to. You can learn everything it can do by heading over to https://smdbc.com While there you can get 10% off your purchase, by using the discount code: TONEBENDERS Episode Notes:  https://tonebenderspodcast.com/312-the-pitt/ Podcast Homepage:  https://tonebenderspodcast.com   This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

250 - Netflix FYSEE Sonic Showcase 2025

Dolby — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Recorded live at Netflix HQ in Hollywood, this special FYSEE panel brings together the visionary sound teams behind four standout Netflix titles. This conversation explores how these sound artists crafted the unique sonic identities of each project and reveal how they worked with their directors, showrunners, and creators to craft the perfect balance of emotion, tension, and, of course, storytelling.

Panelists include:

- James Drake — Supervising Sound Editor, “Adolescence”

- Wylie Stateman — Sound Designer, “American Primeval”

- Anne Jimkes-Root — Co-Supervising Sound Editor and Music Editor, “American Primeval”

- Brad North — Supervising Sound Editor, “Love, Death + Robots,” Volume 4

- Drew Webster — Re-recording Mixer, “Rebel Ridge”

Be sure to check out each of these titles now streaming on Netflix, in Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos® —

Adolescence

American Primeval

Love, Death + Robots, Volume 4

Rebel Ridge

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108 Alan Harris - Production Sound Mixer and Boom Op based out of Orlando, Florida

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Alan Harris is a production sound mixer and boom op based out of Orlando, Florida. He uses a Sound Devices MixPre-10T mixer/recorder. Alan also uses Zaxcom QRX200 wireless receivers and Zaxcom transmitters. He likes the DPA 4063 lav mics and also the Sanken COS11 lavs. For the boom pole, he likes the Sanken CS-3e shotgun mic and the Sennheiser MKH-50 mic. For timecode, Alan uses Tentacle Sync timecode boxes. Alan is also a big fan of Ktek products like their boom poles, bags and harnesses. Alan is currently on staff at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida.

Each episode of the Location Sound Podcast, we talk with location sound mixers, boom ops and other industry pros about the various aspects of recording sound on-location for feature and independent films, TV commercials, interviews, anytime where dialog from actors is recorded. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this podcast is packed with great stories and lessons about recording on-location.

311 - The Sound Legacy of The John Wick Films

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

With "From the World of John Wick: Ballerina" hitting theatres, it is a good time to talk to the sound team that, for some, have been working on the John Wick films for over a decade. Supervising Sound Editor Mark Stoeckinger, Re-Recording Mixers Andy Koyama & Casey Genton and Sound Designer Luke Gibleon discuss designing massive gun sfx, the challenge of each film getting bigger that the last, their relationship with the franchise's directors and how they find ways to make room for the huge music and sound effects that give the John Wick films their signature sound. SPONSORS: Sound Ideas Annual Memberships put Sound Ideas’ full range of over 600,000 sound effects, music tracks, and production elements at your fingertips with three tiers to choose from based on your Sound Design needs. The Creator’s Access Plan is perfect for the independent creator working on a smaller scale, looking for high-quality sound options at a great price. With up to 100 Downloads, you’ll enjoy significant savings compared to buying individual sounds, and have free rein over Sound Ideas’ extensive collection. Go to https://www.sound-ideas.com/Collection/105/Memberships/0/2 and use the promo code TONEBENDERS50 for 50% off of any Sound Ideas’ Annual Membership, to amplify your future productions. The O-MINI Microphone is a miniature omnidirectional electret microphone. Each one is hand made by Chris Trevino, a practicing field recordist, and a really engaged member of the sound community. He puts a lot of work into making and testing each mic to ensure they live up to his high standards. They are ultra-sonic capable, which makes manipulating your recordings with them a lot of fun. They are extremely affordable. At $150 American for a stereo matched pair, they offer a lot of value. Check it out at https://www.chrisatrevino.com/store/omini If you are in The Toronto area on June 13th, come out to the Back To The Future Screening screening with one of the original sound editors, Scott Hecker, in attendance for a Q&A about how they came up with all the iconic sounds in this classic film. If you are interested in going to this screening, to see a great film and find out what being a MPSE member is all about, go to https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vff-mpse-celebrates-back-to-the-futures-40th-anniversary-tickets-1258511534879?aff=oddtdtcreator to claim your ticket. Use the Code “VFFTONEBENDERS” for your free tickets. Episode Notes:  https://tonebenderspodcast.com/311-the-sound-legacy-of-the-john-wick-films/ Podcast Homepage: https://www.tonebenderspodcast.com    This episode is hosted by Timothy Muirhead

249 - The Cinematography of The Studio

Dolby — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Director of Photography Adam Newport-Berra joins us to discuss his incredible work on “The Studio,” the hilarious behind-the-scenes satire now streaming on Apple TV+. The cinematographer shares how he helped co-creators Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg pull off the show’s bold cinematic concept: shooting nearly every scene as a continuous long take. Join us as we go behind the camera on episode two, “The Oner,” a technical and comedic marvel executed as one uninterrupted 25-minute shot. Newport-Berra details the challenges of capturing ensemble performances, navigating comedic timing, and using cinematography to enhance the absurdity of Hollywood.

“I think one thing I really learned on this show is to just never say no... Seth and Evan really supported me and believed in me... and it created an environment where it was almost impossible to say no, because we were so creative that we were always able to come up with a solution.”

—Adam Newport-Berra, Director of Photography, “The Studio”

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Ep47 - Black Mirror- USS Callister Into Infinity - Stuart Piggott, James Ridgway and Tom Jenkins

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 17:37:54 +0000

Stuart Piggott AMPS Production Sound, James Ridgway Re-Recording Mixer and Tom Jenkins Supervising Sound talk with Martyn Harries AMPS about the sound on Black Mirror, USS Callister and about their work and the industry in general

248 - The Cinematography of Severance

Dolby — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:01:00 +0000

This week we return to the stunning visual world of “Severance,” the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ series from creator Dan Erickson and director Ben Stiller. Cinematographer and fellow director Jessica Lee Gagné joins us to discuss her work on the show’s second season, including how she crafted the eerie, sterile look of Lumon Industries and expanded the visual palette in new, unexpected ways. Jessica discusses her collaborative relationship with the creative team, the emotional and psychological subtext behind the framing, and how film was used to deepen the surreal, dreamlike atmosphere of the important flashbacks in episode 7, which she directed.

“Life never looks more real and emotional than it does on film. Like it just has that texture... and I’m like, well, I feel that that makes so much sense with this world.”

—Jessica Lee Gagné, Director of Photographer and Director, “Severance”

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Episode 117 Jeremy Dalton (Reality Check)

Thu, 29 May 2025 11:58:01 +0000

We’re excited to announce the fourth instalment of the Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series. As always, the sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. We’ll be providing video demonstrations, spatial audio playback and an exclusive opportunity to interact with our expert guests. We proudly present our expert guest from Nomono, the lead audio engineer and head of content – Ruben Åeng. Nomono is a portable spatial audio recording system paired with a powerful cloud-based processing for content creators with different needs. In this session, we’ll cover recording location sound and dialogue in 3D, post-production and authoring using the Nonomo spatial sound recorder and software.https://nomono.co/spatial-audio-with-nomono Event Sign Up Page https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immersive-audio-podcast-masterclass-with-nomono-tickets-1380221251919?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1%2Anw21xq%2A_up%2AMQ..%2A_ga%2AMTI1NjY0NDU5OS4xNzQ4MjM5MTEz%2A_ga_TQVES5V6SH%2AczE3NDgyMzkxMTIkbzEkZzAkdDE3NDgyMzkxMTIkajAkbDAkaDAkZGVFYVFBcHloN1ByRkNYcmpneTAxZkxibmU2WHBxNXlwYXc How to access the content from our Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series? Head out to our page on Patreon www.patreon.com/c/immersiveaudiopodcast. The sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. The livestream contains video demonstrations and spatial audio playback with live Q&A. In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel and Monica Bolles are joined by the author of Reality Check, advisor to FOV Ventures, and a global speaker on the subject of innovation and business – Jeremy Dalton, from London, UK. In this episode, we discuss the emerging technology and convergence between XR and AI, along with its impact on the creative industries. This episode was produced by Oliver Kadel and Emma Rees and included music by Rhythm Scott. For extended show notes and more information on this episode go to www.immersiveaudiopodcast.com If you enjoy the podcast and would like to show your support, please consider becoming a Patreon. Not only are you supporting us, but you will also get special access to bonus content and much more. Find out more on our official Patreon page - www.patreon.com/immersiveaudiopodcast We want to hear from you! We value our community and would appreciate it if you would take our very quick survey and help us make the Immersive Audio Podcast even better: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3Y9B2MJ Thank you! You can subscribe to our newsletter or get in touch via podcast@1618digital.com