Best Goldenhour Podcasts (2026)

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We Ranked Every Camera From 2025 1:16:49

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Welcome to the first Golden Hour Podcast camera tier list. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 00:00:00 - Start 00:00:42 - Camera 1 00:03:50 - Camera 2 00:07:08 - Camera 3 00:10:06 - Camera 4 00:18:16 - Camera 5 00:21:20 - Camera 6 00:23:21 - Camera 7 00:26:42 - Camera 8 00:28:57 - Camera 9 00:33:21 - Camera 10 00:36:10 - Camera 11 00:40:36 - Camer…

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How to Lead Human-First in an AI World (w/ Nick Mehta) 54:42

2M ago54:42

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After 13 years building Gainsight and pioneering the Customer Success movement, Nick Mehta sits down with Anthony Kennada and Scott Salkin for his first in-depth conversation since stepping down as CEO — and it’s a masterclass in what it means to lead with humanity in a world being rewritten by AI. They explore the full arc of Nick’s journey — from…

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What Boards Really Want from CMOs Now (w/ Jake Saper) 51:25

3M ago51:25

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The playbook for modern marketing is being rewritten in real time. Anthony Kennada sits down with Jake Saper, General Partner at Emergence Capital — one of the earliest backers of category-defining companies like Salesforce, Zoom, and Gusto — to explore how AI, market velocity, and boardroom expectations are transforming what it means to be a CMO t…

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The CMO Role Is Changing — Fast (with Cameron O’Brien & Amber Weinberg) 49:19

3M ago49:19

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The CMO role is in the middle of an identity crisis — and a rebirth. AI-first founders are prioritizing distribution, growth, and taste over playbooks of the past. Experience still matters, but today, aptitude, storytelling, and the ability to resonate with first-time founders matter more. Anthony Kennada sits down with Cameron O’Brien and Amber We…

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The Power of Story in the Intelligence Age (with Nancy Duarte) 42:49

3M ago42:49

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In a world where AI can write, design, and analyze in seconds, one thing remains uniquely human: story. Anthony Kennada sits down with Nancy Duarte — CEO of Duarte, Inc., best-selling author, and the force behind some of the world’s most iconic presentations — to explore why storytelling has never been more essential for brands, leaders, and moveme…

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Redefining Ambition in the AI Age (with Amanda Goetz) 48:28

3M ago48:28

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mbition has always been a badge of honor in business — but in today’s AI-driven world, the way we pursue it may be breaking us. Anthony Kennada sits down with Amanda Goetz (CMO, founder of House of Wise, and author of the forthcoming Toxic Grit) to explore why modern ambition needs a reset. They unpack how grit can turn toxic when it ignores the se…

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Why PR Is Existential in the Intelligence Age (with Emilie Gerber) 44:03

4M ago44:03

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In a world where AI models are shaping what the market knows—and doesn’t know—about your company, public relations is no longer optional. It’s existential. Anthony Kennada sits down with Emilie Gerber, founder of Six Eastern and longtime comms leader for startups and venture firms, to explore how PR has shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a core survi…

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We Tried RED's Weird Nikon Camera - The ZR 39:11

4M ago39:11

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We sit down with Brandon Talbot, RED Cinema Camera owner and operator who had hands on time with the new Nikon ZR to get his review and perspective on this exciting camera. Watch Brandon's review here: https://youtu.be/Vwng9r_Ob-4?si=fXLHCFIO2fVOO0k0 00:00 Start 01:03 The history of all the RED 04:18 Thoughts as a RED user 07:45 A RED content creat…

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Why Marketing Needs Friction to Save Its Soul (with Robert Rose) 50:41

4M ago50:41

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Speed and efficiency have become the default values in business — but in the process, marketing is losing its creativity, humanity, and soul. Anthony Kennada sits down with Robert Rose (best-selling author of Valuable Friction and co-founder of the Content Marketing Institute) to explore why slowing down might actually be the most radical strategy …

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Why Executives Must Show Up on LinkedIn (with Melissa Rosenthal) 50:16

4M ago50:16

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Executives today can’t afford to hide behind their company logo. Customers want to buy from people — leaders with a point of view, a vision of the future, and the courage to show up authentically. Anthony Kennada sits down with Melissa Rosenthal (Co-founder & CEO of Outlever, former BuzzFeed, Cheddar, and ClickUp exec) to unpack the shifting role o…

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The Temptation of Fractional CMO Freedom (with Sangram Vajre) 55:33

5M ago55:33

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More CMOs than ever are rethinking the corporate ladder — and choosing a different kind of career path. Anthony Kennada sits down with Sangram Vajre (Co-founder of Terminus, CEO of GTM Partners) to explore why fractional work is on the rise, why now may be the perfect time to make the leap, and how it can be a more future-proof choice than betting …

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How to Stand Out When AI Makes Every Brand Sound the Same (with Mike Berger & Kevin Wu) 59:07

5M ago59:07

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In a world where every B2B company is suddenly “AI-first,” how do you stand out without sounding like everyone else? Anthony Kennada sits down with Mike Berger and Kevin Wu, founders of Harmonic Message, to unpack the craft of strategic storytelling—bridging brand emotion with product reality. They explore why most positioning work fails, how to av…

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SEO Is Breaking — But Still Your Best Channel (with John-Henry Scherck) 57:05

5M ago57:05

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SEO is the worst it’s ever been — and still probably your best channel. In this episode of Goldenhour, Anthony Kennada sits down with John-Henry Scherck (Founder, Growth Plays) to break down what’s really happening in search right now — and what B2B marketers need to do before AI, GEO, and algorithmic noise leave them behind. 🔍 Topics we cover: – W…

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Why Doesn't Anybody Want the Sony FX2? 37:18

7M ago37:18

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The Sony cinema FX2 was announced recently. It's an interesting camera for sure. We talk about it. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Start (00:48) Problem With FX3 (04:44) Who Is the FX2 For? (11:10) FX2 Specs (17:15) Open Gateee (21:32) That Body (29:54) The Real Issue… (31:45) Built-In ND? (34:03) FX2 for Photography???…

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We Tried Fujifilm’s Weird $850 Camera 31:41

8M ago31:41

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Did Fujifilm just make the perfect every day carry camera? Or is it just a toy? (00:00) Start (01:30) David Bought One… (02:29) Quick Specs of Fuji X half (05:15) Why You Want It (06:46) Optical Viewfinder Issues (08:11) The Fuji Point-and-Shoot Lineup (10:20) Who Is the Fuji X Half For? (11:23) Photo Examples We Took (17:28) More Problems (18:47) …

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Lumix Did What Sony Won't 47:24

8M ago47:24

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Golden Hour is back to talk about what Lumix just did with the new S1 II, S1 IIE, and S1R II. Connor has had hands on with all of them and we share our thoughts on this amazing new lineup. CHAPTERS (00:00) Welcome Back! (00:57) The NEW Lumix (13:50) Why? (19:12) Anamorphic Lenses (22:57) The New Cameras! (25:43) The S1 II (28:18) Lumix S1 IIE (28:4…

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196: LUMIX S9 - The Good, the Bad, the Confused 1:15:40

1+ y ago1:15:40

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🚨Full Disclosure🚨: We were invited to Japan to check out the new Panasonic LUMIX S9. All expenses were paid. That includes flights, travel from airport to hotel, food, and a five-day hotel visit in Osaka. They also provided a tour of some Japanese landmarks for those who wanted to partake. We could also take home a loaner S9 camera and other access…

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195: Tyler Stalman Made a Vertical iPhone Clamp for Filmmakers (with Kondor Blue) 1:26:00

2y ago1:26:00

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Kondor Blue and Tyler Stalman have made the world's first vertical iPhone 15 Pro Clamp and we talk all about it. Connor also switched to Sony, we do an iPhone 15 Pro 4 months later follow-up, and more shenanigans. Check out the clamp: https://kondorblue.com/products/stalman-clamp FOLLOW TYLER: https://www.youtube.com/@stalman TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Int…

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194: These 2 Cameras Are Game Changers 1:00:23

2y ago1:00:23

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Welcome back! David had a baby! Sony a9 III and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 are here. Connor has a new big YouTube video, and David's thumbnail adventures continue. Watch Connor's 1,000 miles video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHG6Fsre1ec&ab_channel=ConnorMcCaskill (00:00) Start(01:11) David’s New Baby!(02:58) Sony a9III(27:53) Osmo Pocket 3(40:44) Conno…

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193: The iPhone 15 Pro Is Taking Over 1:14:43

2y ago1:14:43

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In this episode, we discuss our switch to audio-only episodes, review the new iPhone 15 Pro and Lumix G9 Mark II, critique Canon, speculate on Fuji and Panasonic cameras, and share thoughts on phone cases and camera rumors. David's iPhone 15 Pro SD Card Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSqgzddHooM Connor's iPhone 15 Pro camera vs. Real camera…

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192: Happy iPhone Day! Also Camera Day… 1:23:38

2+ y ago1:23:38

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Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Panasonic LUMIX G9 II, Fujifilm GFX100 II, and the Sony BURANO ALL released today (September 12, 2023).SHOW NOTESShot on iPhone 15 Pro: https://youtu.be/jELeFXNJUOEConnor's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/-4VLV49w0rIDavid's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/ZntFhJA8cU0FOLLOW UShttps://x.com/dvdaltizerhttps://instagram.com/connor_mcca…

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191: Is the DJI Action 4 the Best Action Camera? 45:14

2+ y ago45:14

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DJI Action 4 and DJI Mavic Air 3. Canon rumors, R5 ii, R5C, and new EVF. David makes thumbnails, and Connor becomes a diver.

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190: Sony a6700 & David Finished "100 Movies in 24Hrs" 57:40

2+ y ago57:40

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David and Connor discuss the new Sony a6700, Meta Threads, David's new channel DVD Filmmaker, and the highly anticipated "100 Movies in 24 Hours" video. Watch 100 Movies here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoT-xRC7kKk

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189: Canon's New Camera Is Terrible 52:00

2+ y ago52:00

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In this episode, David and Connor talk about the Canon PowerShot V10.

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188: LUMIX S5 II - Top 10 Things To Know 1:20:07

2+ y ago1:20:07

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In this podcast, David and Connor discuss the ten things you should know about switching to Panasonic LUMIX cameras, specifically the S5 II and IIX.

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187: We Were WRONG About Apple Vision Pro 1:05:11

2+ y ago1:05:11

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After learning more about the Apple Vision Pro, it turns out we were wrong about many things. In this episode, we discuss those topics and the response to the headset from people who got hands-on time with it. We also talk about whether or not you should own a small everyday carry camera like the Canon R50 over just your phone for photos and videos…

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186: Will Apple Vision Pro Replace Your Monitor? 1:15:41

2+ y ago1:15:41

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Did Apple just reinvent the VR headset? Will it be used in pro environments? Is the Vision Pro worth $3,500? In this episode, we try to answer those questions and share our thoughts on WWDC 2023.

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185: Switching to the Leica Q3 with Kai W 1:06:36

2+ y ago1:06:36

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Kai Wong joins us to discuss his hands-on time with the long-awaited Leica Q3. We also talk about the Sony ZV-1II, YouTuber life, the balance of creative work, and ADHD. Follow Kai: https://youtube.com/@KaiManWong

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184: Why You Should Care About Final Cut Pro for iPad 1:09:24

2+ y ago1:09:24

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Michael Tobin (@initialfocus) joins us to discuss pro video editing on Apple's iPad Pro, DaVinci Resolve, FCP, and YouTuber life.FOLLOW MICHAEL: https://youtube.com/@initialfocus

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183: Hands-on with the LUMIX S5 IIX - The BATMAN Camera 52:08

2+ y ago52:08

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David and Connor discuss their hands-on time using the new LUMIX S5 IIX. Should others consider switching to Panasonic, and are Connor and David considering making the switch themselves?

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182: We Went to NAB and In-N-Out in Vegas! 1:21:58

2+ y ago1:21:58

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David and Connor just got back from Vegas and talked about their journey to NAB 2023, the gear they saw, and most importantly, discussed whether In-N-Out is worth all the hype.

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181: The Sony ZV-E1 Has a MAJOR Problem 1:21:22

3y ago1:21:22

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Connor returned from Sony Camera Camp in San Diego with hands-on time with the new Sony ZV-E1 "vlogger camera."

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180: The End of DPReview feat. Jordan Drake 49:55

3y ago49:55

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Jordan Drake (DPReviewTV, CameraStoreTV) joins us on this episode to discuss the end of DPReview, PetaPixel, what it's like being friends with Chris Niccolls, the future of YouTube, and what it's like being a father.

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179: Canon R50, DPReview is over, Tom Cruise 1:21:51

3y ago1:21:51

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David and Connor both have hands-on with the new Canon R50, DPReview is canceled, new Sony rumors, and Tom Cruise is trying to make movies great again.

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178: Samsung's Fake AI Moon Camera 1:15:30

3y ago1:15:30

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In this episode, we discuss Samsung's camera trickery with their AI moon camera, the current state of webcams, Connor's new channel, and the rumored Sony ZV-E1.

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177: Getting 88K YouTube Subscribers Overnight 39:55

3y ago39:55

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Dave Maze is gone forever, new Canon R5 firmware and a7SIV rumors, Pokémon re-releases the original TCG, and Connor gets over 88,000 subscribers overnight!

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176: The Age of Automation 55:30

3y ago55:30

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Is AI taking our jobs away, or is it a valuable tool? Sony releases a new 50mm GM lens. The Canon box cinema camera is rumored to come out soon. Instagram adds paid verification, and David drives a new electric car. Watch this episode on YouTube AI voice creation tool AI Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson talk about Mario Sony 50mm f1.4 GM Canon C50 rum…

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175: Canon's Most Popular Camera Evolves 1:06:01

3y ago1:06:01

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Canon released two new cameras, the EOS R8 and R50. Connor has a new issue with the R6 Mark II. YouTube Creator Music is live, and Nintendo dropped something David is excited about. Watch this episode on YouTube LINKS Max Tech M2 SSD Speed Video YouTube Creator Music DPReviewTV EOS R8 Review EOS R50 Nintendo Direct 2.8.2023 FOLLOW DAVID FOLLOW CONN…

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174: Buying a Camera Won't Make You Happy 41:35

3y ago41:35

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Will buying a camera (or anything for that matter) make you truly happy? Connor experienced a flaw with the Canon R6 Mark II on a shoot. Do Canon EF lenses work on the LUMIX S5 II and is MrBeast ruining YouTube? Watch this episode on YouTube LINKS Dave's Tweet Canon R6 Mark II Josh Cameron's Lumix S5ii AF video and his follow-up video regarding sti…

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173: Why Cam Mackey Switched To Sony 1:12:25

3y ago1:12:25

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In this episode, we are joined by photographer and filmmaker Cam Mackey to discuss his massive jump to Sony after being a Canon shooter for many years. FOLLOW CAM https://instagram.com/cammacky/ https://youtube.com/@cammackey

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172: Canon's Reign Is Over 38:58

3y ago38:58

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Is Canon's reign finally over?

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171: Switching to the LUMIX S5 II with Tyler Stalman 1:38:28

3y ago1:38:28

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Tyler Stalman is a filmmaker, photographer, YouTube creator, and podcast host. In this episode, we talk about the new Panasonic LUMIX S5 II and other topics. Follow Tyler: https://bio.site/stalman Follow Tyler’s home renovation: https://instagram.com/dover_house/ Tyler’s Thailand video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=MNuWA3BN8oc&t=117s Watch Dave's S5…

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170: We Went to Japan and Have the NEW LUMIX S5 II 1:23:09

3y ago1:23:09

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Thanks to Panasonic, Connor and Dave went to Tokyo to get hands-on with the new LUMIX S5 II. In this episode, they talk about their time in Japan and go over all the specs and features of the new LUMIX S5 II and S5 IIX. Watch this podcast: https://youtu.be/jpEhUBVaCMw CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLL…

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169: Eric Floberg Admits Sony Cameras Aren't Sexy, Shares Details on Feature Documentary 1:21:34

3y ago1:21:34

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Dave sits down with filmmaker Eric Floberg, Gene Yoon, and Steven Schultz in a hotel room in Nashville to discuss cameras, filmmaking, and more. Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/T63ITP3eZlc FOLLOW ERIC https://www.youtube.com/@EricFloberg https://www.instagram.com/eric.floberg FOLLOW GENE https://www.youtube.com/@geneyoon11 https://www.instagra…

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167: Why YouTubers Get Invited To Stuff 51:36

3y ago51:36

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Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/oJx_dSZQmj0 Sony a7RIV is out, and we discuss how it will change the industry. We also talk about why YouTubers get invited to fancy trips and events. CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLLOW CONNOR https://instagram.com/connor_mccaskill…

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166: Film's Not Dead Thanks to Leica 35:05

3y ago35:05

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Watch this show: https://youtu.be/qB1LB_jjPtI Rotolight NEO 3 and AEOS 2 Pro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uN41hYsqF2U Leica M6 https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/m/m6 CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLLOW CONNOR https://instagram.com/connor_mccaskill…

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165: It Keeps Your Face Bright 43:47

3y ago43:47

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The Sony ZV-1F came out today! Is it any good? Also, new camera rumors. The EOS R8, R6 MkII, and Sony a7RIV. Also, Facebook unleashed the Meta Quest Pro, and YouTube revealed its new username strategy. WATCH THIS SHOW: https://youtu.be/ZpW-pLntyJY CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLLOW CONNOR https://ins…

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164: Sony Cinema Camera Takeover 1:12:46

3+ y ago1:12:46

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In this episode, Dave talks about his time at Vidsummit 2022, we talk about Canon, Fuji, and Sony rumors, as well as the newest cinema camera from Sony, the FX30. Connor also shares his experience with his new Apple Watch Ultra, and Dave gets nerdy about Leica again... Watch the video version of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/ghpod CONTACT U…

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163: The Canon C70 is the Best Camera 1:03:01

3+ y ago1:03:01

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We are joined this week by Eric Walker from Sound It Out Films, Dave gets his iPhone 14 Pro, and Connor shares some Chick-Fil-A news. Watch the video of this podcast: https://youtu.be/jwjpA9KD5sU CHECK OUT ERIC WALKER https://www.youtube.com/c/SoundItOutFilms CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLLOW CONNOR…

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162: Why is the iPhone 14 Pro Purple? 37:42

3+ y ago37:42

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In this episode, Dave talks about his new gear review channel, iPhone 14 Pro, and Connor talks about his new Apple Watch Ultra purchase. Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/8kXVTUV9FEk CONTACT US https://www.ghp.fm/contact FOLLOW DAVE https://linktr.ee/davemaze FOLLOW CONNOR https://instagram.com/connor_mccaskill…