Best AI Wizardry Podcasts (2025)

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Daily Variety – How Channing Tatum and Derek Cianfrance Raised ‘Roofman’; Lowdown on the Lido Fest With Elsa Keslassy 17:12

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In today’s episode, Daniel D’Addario, Variety’s chief correspondent, details for our Cover Story segment how Channing Tatum and director Derek Cianfrance revisited a true-crime tale for our times in “Roofman.” And international editor Elsa Keslassy breaks down the important buzz for the biz coming out of the Venice Film Festival. See omnystudio.com…

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Daily Variety – Box Office: ‘Weapons’ Impresses as Summer Haul Stays Flat; Why Telluride Film Festival is the Ultimate Binge for Movie Lovers 17:12

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In today’s episode, Brent Lang, Variety’s executive editor, breaks down an impressive week 4 box office performance for “Weapons” and a less-than-impressive industry-wide B.O. haul for the summer frame. Peter Debruge, chief film critic for Variety, details the reaction to Bruce Springsteen biopic “Deliver Me From Nowhere” at the Telluride Film Fest…

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Books to Blockbusters in a Day?! Michael Evans on the AI Storytelling Revolution 1:11:00

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What if your book could become a movie in less than 24 hours? In this explosive and possibly controversial episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey and Troy sit down with tech innovator and author Michael Evans to talk about The Movie Machine at Creatorwood—an AI-powered platform that turns novels and scripts into full-fledged films. Is this the futur…

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The Trade Desk’s Matthew Henick Talks Ventura, the OS Looking to Change the Smart TV Game 23:32

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The SVP of the Ventura TV operating system for The Trade Desk lays out the digital ad giant’s vision for the forthcoming OS, the challenges facing the business and how TTD hopes to rewrite the rules for CTV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Digital Twins and Virtual Models: The BetterPic Revolution You Didn't See Coming 27:46

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Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What happens when an entrepreneur with no background in photography or AI sees an opportunity in the headshot market? In this conversation, Ricardo Ghekiere, founder and CEO of BetterPic, reveals how he transformed a small startup he acquired for just $1 into a multimillion-dollar AI imaging company. Ghekiere sh…

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Episode 8: DIY Wizardry, Mega Game Mania, and Travel Turbulence 1:22:39

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Welcome to Consume, Create, Converse the podcast where we discuss what we're creating and the things that we're consuming that drives and inspires us. We believe everyone can be a creator, and we're here to spark, shape, and share our journeys along the creative process. Credit: Intro Music: Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay. Outro Music: Music …

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Slow the $%^# Down: Quality Over Speed: Building an Author Life That Lasts 1:31:25

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Rushing to finish your draft? Racing to hit “publish” before your book is ready? Burning out trying to keep up with other authors? In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey Smekofske (editor and publishing coach) and Troy Lambert (author, editor, and plot doctor) unpack why the real secret to success in publishing is simple: time. We break down…

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Dr. Orna Guralnik Reflects on the Ethics of Practicing 'Couples Therapy' on TV 30:38

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For the past four seasons on Showtime, Dr. Orna Guralnik has showcased the benefits of the talking cure to help relationships in crisis. In this revealing interview, she talks about why she was motivated to pull back the curtain on what's always been a private practice, and how she grapples with the ethics of psychoanalysis for public consumption. …

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Daily Variety – The Wizardry of Industrial Light and Magic; Netflix’s ‘Long Story Short’ Celebrates the Jewish American Experience 18:11

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In today’s episode, Jazz Tangcay, Variety’s senior artisans editor, details her report on visual effects stalwart Industrial Light and Magic on its 50th anniversary. TV critic Alison Herman explains why she’s given the coveted Critics Pick seal of approval to the new Netflix comedy “Long Story Short.” And Tatiana Siegel previews the final installme…

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Your Team Is Holding You Back, But Not In The Way You Think, with Brandon Pflieger 31:48

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Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What's really holding your business back from reaching its full potential? The answer might surprise you. In this eye-opening conversation with Brandon Pflieger of Capital Growth Partners, we uncover the often-overlooked foundations of business growth and the uncomfortable truth that many entrepreneurs need to h…

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Daily Variety – COVER STORY: How Guillermo del Toro, Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac brought ‘Frankenstein’ to Life; Gamescom Boots Up in Germany; ESPN’s Big Send Off for Streaming App 19:13

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In today’s episode, the Cover Story segment features Variety’s Brent Lang and Ramin Setoodeh detailing director Guillermo del Toro’s $120 million bet on a new vision for “Frankenstein” with help from Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac. Variety’s Jennifer Maas reports on the Sun Valley of gaming that is underway in Cologne, Germany. And Brian Steinberg se…

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Daily Variety – Chris McGurk and Jana Winograde on Cineverse’s Big Plans for Micro Dramas; How AI is Fueling Product Placement in TV and Film 18:12

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In today’s episode, Cineverse CEO Chris McGurk and MicroCo CEO Jana Winograde join host Cynthia Littleton to discuss their new venture to bring super short, low budget drama series to the U.S. They gamely answer the question: How is this not Quibi? And Variety reporter Ethan Shanfeld details how AI tools are accelerating product placement in TV and…

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Arduino Nano R4, Bela Gem Funded, Nordic WiFi 6 Magic, and More! 39:21

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This week's Electromaker Show is now available on YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts! Welcome to the Electromaker Show episode 171! The Electromaker Show returns! Today we look at the wonderful Bela Gem, a music and sound coding platform based on the PocketBeagle 2, Discover the nRF70x series from Nordic Semiconductor, and learn about the…

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WP Plugins A to Z Serves Up WordPress Wow Factor! 46:37

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A WPProAtoZHost.com Company.... It's Episode 656 and we have plugins for ClickTocking with a Peaceful Protocol, and some WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! The post WP Plugins A to Z Serves Up WordPress Wow Factor! appeared first on WordPress Plugins A to Z.By John Overall | WordPress Plugins

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WP Plugins A to Z Serves Up WordPress Wow Factor! 46:37

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A WPProAtoZHost.com Company.... It's Episode 656 and we have plugins for ClickTocking with a Peaceful Protocol, and some WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! The post WP Plugins A to Z Serves Up WordPress Wow Factor! appeared first on WordPress Plugins A to Z.By John Overall | WordPress Plugins

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Daily Variety – Box Office Monday: ‘Weapons’ Flexes in Week 2; Lowdown on Upfront Ad Sales; Truth Seekers Highlights With Jake Tapper, Ronny Chieng, Amber Ruffin and Roy Wood Jr. 21:47

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In today’s episode, we talk box office with Variety’s Rebecca Rubin about “Weapons” week 2 and a ho-hum start for “Nobody 2.” Brian Steinberg has the lowdown on the final tally of this year’s upfront advertising sales. And Tatiana Siegel sets the scene that unfolded at Variety’s Truth Seekers conference, including highlights from sessions with Jake…

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Stop Describing the Door and Just Leave Already!: How Show Don't Tell Really Works. 1:18:32

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If your readers know how to open a door, they don’t need three paragraphs explaining it. In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey and Troy tackle the infamous “show, don’t tell” debate, armed with examples from The Hunger Games, Twilight, Tolkien, Ernest Hemingway, A Quiet Place, and even Wheel of Time. We dive deep into sensory writing, inclu…

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CAA Insiders Talk Agency’s Leadership Evolution, Social Media ‘Game-Changers’ and Content Marketplace Expansion: ‘Our Job Description Has Expanded So Much’ 34:15

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Encore Episode: Original air date: May 8, 2025 In a rare roundtable interview, six senior leaders at CAA discuss the evolution of the agency and its leadership following the ICM Partners acquisition. The group discusses how the rise of social media has changed the game for clients and how the work of agenting has expanded along with the scale of th…

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Daily Variety – David Ellison and Paramount’s New Regime Meets the Media in L.A. and New York; The Backstory on Variety’s 10 Storytellers to Watch 16:22

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In today’s episode, host Cynthia Littleton and Variety business editor Todd Spangler compare notes on Paramount Skydance and the vibes and vision shared by CEO David Ellison and his new regime at media Q&A sessions in New York and L.A. And Jenelle Riley, deputy awards and features editor, explains how Variety selected this year’s 10 Storytellers to…

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The Louisville Lensman Who Built Two Companies By Removing Customer Friction 28:57

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Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wondered how successful entrepreneurs spot untapped market opportunities hiding in plain sight? Carl Armijo's journey from civil engineer to thriving business owner offers a masterclass in customer-focused growth. When COVID-19 disrupted traditional career paths, Armijo pivoted to real estate photography—a …

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Episode 7: Disc Golf, Voice Acting, and the Power of a Name 1:17:23

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Welcome to Consume, Create, Converse the podcast where we discuss what we're creating and the things that we're consuming that drives and inspires us. We believe everyone can be a creator, and we're here to spark, shape, and share our journeys along the creative process. Credit: Intro Music: Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay. Outro Music: Music …

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Daily Variety — COVER STORY: Clayton Davis Remembers Everything About His Time With Tramell Tillman; Sharon Stone Talks ‘Euphoria’ on ‘Nobody 2’ Red Carpet 14:32

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In today’s episode, Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis unpacks his interview with “Severance” star Tramell Tillman in our Cover Story segment. Marc Malkin dishes with Bob Odenkirk and Sharon Stone on the “Nobody 2” Red Carpet. And host Cynthia Littleton offers a tutorial on Variety slanguage superlatives boffo, whammo and socko. See omnystud…

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Daily Variety -- 'Grand Theft Auto 6' and the Gaming Debate Over Pricing; Inside Variety's Emmy Extra Editions 14:50

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In today’s episode, Jennifer Maas, Variety’s senior business writer for TV and gaming, discusses the debate in gaming over the pricing of premium titles, as well as the anticipation building for next year’s release of “Grand Theft Auto 6”; Emily Longeretta, senior TV features editor, details how Variety assembles its annual baker’s dozen Emmy Extra…

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Daily Variety — Box Office Monday: ‘Weapons,’ ‘Freakier Friday’ Impress as Superhero Alternatives; Why the Locarno Film Festival Punches Above its Weight 18:41

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On today’s episode Variety executive editor Brent Lang explains why the strong opening for “Weapons” and “Freakier Friday” are a good sign that mid-budget movies can still be superhero counter-programming at the box office. And Variety international veteran John Hopewell weighs in from Locarno on why mid-sized European film festivals are more impor…

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Authors Beware: Audible’s New Plan Could Cost You Big 1:05:22

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Amazon Strikes Again: Audible’s New Plan Could Gut Your Audiobook Royalties Amazon’s Audible just pulled a move that could quietly slash indie author earnings, and they’re selling it like it’s a gift to creators. Spoiler: it’s not. In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey and Troy rip the shiny wrapping off Audible’s “Premium Plus” rollout to …

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Accelerate the Positive: How Michael Nyman is Building a New Breed of Marketing and Communication Firms 21:15

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The founder and CEO of Acceleration Community of Companies explains the vision behind the collection of marketing, communications, branding and live event firms that he has acquired since 2018. Nyman offers insights into how the media consumption habits of Gen Z and Gen Alpha will radically change the shape of entertainment in the coming years. See…

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Stop Treating SEO Like Wizardry and Start Getting Results, with Steven Schneider 24:48

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Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Struggling to make sense of SEO for your photo business? You're not alone. Search engine optimization often feels like arcane wizardry to small business owners—a necessary evil that's either too complex to understand or constantly shifting beneath your feet. Steven Schneider, co-founder of TrioSEO, shatters thes…

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Daily Variety – A Deep Look at Paramount Pictures: What’s Next for the House that Adolph Zukor Built and David Ellison Just Bought 28:28

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A special Paramount-themed episode as Skydance Media completes its $8 billion takeover after a yearlong battle to acquire the storied studio. Hollywood historian Jeanine Basinger, Variety chief film critics Peter Debruge and Owen Gleiberman and MoffettNathanson analyst Robert Fishman join host Cynthia Littleton to examine the pioneering film factor…

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Daily Variety -- COVER STORY: Inside the Power of Young Hollywood Issue; WGA 2026 Contract Priorities Take Shape 17:44

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In today's episode, Ramin Setoodeh, Variety's co-Editor in Chief, breaks down the Power of Young Hollywood Issue and why Tyla, Sam Nivola and Finn Wolfhard are this year's honorees. And Gene Maddaus, Variety's senior media reporter, details the WGA West's upcoming election and the priorities that are emerging for the guild's 2026 contract talks. Se…

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Daily Variety -- Eva Longoria on 'Necaxa' and Building Hyphenate Media Group; Hello Hank and Peggy, 'King of the Hill' is Back 14:26

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In today's episode, Eva Longoria previews her FX sports-docu series "Necaxa," and she discusses Hyphenate Media Group content venture with business partner Cris Abrego. Joe Otterson, Variety's TV news editor, weighs in on the return of Hank and Peggy Hill et al as Hulu revives "King of the Hill" for a new era in America. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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A to Z Alchemy: Turning WordPress Dreams into Plugin Reality! Episode 655 46:30

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A WPProAtoZHost.com Company.... It's Episode 655 and we have plugins for Live Rate Shipping while Bot Blocking, and some WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! The post A to Z Alchemy: Turning WordPress Dreams into Plugin Reality! Episode 655 appeared first on WordPress Plugins A to Z.…

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A to Z Alchemy: Turning WordPress Dreams into Plugin Reality! Episode 655 46:30

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A WPProAtoZHost.com Company.... It's Episode 655 and we have plugins for Live Rate Shipping while Bot Blocking, and some WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! The post A to Z Alchemy: Turning WordPress Dreams into Plugin Reality! Episode 655 appeared first on WordPress Plugins A to Z.…