Best Dave Chameides Podcasts (2025)

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Movement Specialist Liz Cash 1:19:22

5d ago1:19:22

1:19:22

Liz and I discuss the physical issues of operating and how you can protect your self, learning to work smarter and not harder, No Country for Old Men, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and so much more. Liz’s IMDB Liz’s Website Liz’s Instagram Keir Dullea before/after NYTimes Air Hockey IG post NYTimes digital Air Hockey article Stunt Demo Physics of H…

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Cinematographer John Lindley 1:51:14

12d ago1:51:14

1:51:14

Join us as we discuss the work of the Union, what to look for in a good operator, Field of Dreams, Sneakers, ABC After School Specials and so much more. John's IMDB The Local 600 video that John made on the Dangers of Unsafe Hours To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on …

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Director Alex Graves 1:30:06

19d ago1:30:06

1:30:06

Alex and I discuss the art of the long take, growing up as a film geek, what he looks for in an operator, West Wing, Game of Thrones, and so much more. Alex's IMDB For more links, pics and videos, check out the page for this episode on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana…

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Operator Larry McConkey 2:44:05

27d ago2:44:05

2:44:05

Larry and I discuss justifying camera moves, working with the extras, GoodFellas, Raising Cain, working with Martin Scorcese and Brian DePalma and so much more. Larry’s Amazing IMDB Larry’s Website Check out Larry's Breakdowns of shots from Carlitos Way, Bonfire of the Vanities, and Raising Cain For more links, pics and videos, check out the page f…

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Sound Mixer Jan McLaughlin CAS 1:15:18

1M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Jan and I discuss the role of the sound mixer, getting your start as a roadie/opening act, Happyish, Nurse Jackie, the joys of mixing a middle school play and so much more. Jan's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us…

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Cinematographer Roy H. Wagner 1:57:35

1M ago1:57:35

1:57:35

Listen in as Roy describes one of the most amazing introductions to this industry that I've ever heard. We'll talk about James Wong Howe, Harry Stradling, Ansel Adams, Party of Five, Cop Rock and so much more. Roy's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web an…

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Actor Matthew Rhys and Operator Don Devine 1:35:52

2M ago1:35:52

1:35:52

Matthew and Don worked together on the show Perry Mason and established an amazing connection. They are both incredible storytellers who excel at what they do and on todays podcast we have a discussion about the operator/actor relationship and what it looks like when it works this well. Matthews IMDB Dons IMDB To see pictures and things we discusse…

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Operator Henry Cline 2:09:12

2M ago2:09:12

2:09:12

Join us as we discuss discovering that there was an operator at 12 years old, forgetting to turn the camera off, Sneakers, State and Main, and so much more. Henry's IMDB Henry's Blog To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us …

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Operator Ossie McLean 1:24:07

2M ago1:24:07

1:24:07

Join us as we discuss shooting for the edit, working with the boom operator, Saltburn, Outlander, No Time To Die, and so much more. Ossie's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Musi…

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That One Voice - Niknaz Tavakolian 1:13

2M ago1:13

1:13

By Dave Chameides

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Cinematographer Jeffrey Greeley 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

Join as we discuss always having a "back pocket" shot, what a DP looks for in an operator, Idiocracy, Manhattan, The Doors, and so much more. Jeff's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. T…

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Operator Bonnie Blake, SOC 1:33:15

3M ago1:33:15

1:33:15

This is a re-release of Bonnie's podcast in celebration of her SOC Lifetime Achievement Award. Congrats Bonnie! Bonnie Blake talks about coming up as an operator when there were very few women in the camera department, learning on the job and figuring out things as you go, working with great actors on The Kominsky Method, The Days and Nights of Mol…

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Cinematographer/Operator Kelvin Pike 1:27:02

3M ago1:27:02

1:27:02

Join us as we talk about working with Stanley Kubrick, when Bette David requests you by name, The Shining, 2001 A Space Odyssey, working with David Lean, and so much more. As a bonus, we shot video of this interview and it can be found here. Kelvin's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op…

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Focus Puller Gregory Irwin 1:42:16

3M ago1:42:16

1:42:16

Greg and I discuss the art of focus pulling, the importance of character, Joker Folie A Deux, Interstellar, and so much more. Greg's IMDB Greg's Camera Assistant Training Focus on Film To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review u…

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Operator Niknaz Tavakolian 1:52:57

3M ago1:52:57

1:52:57

Join us as we discuss the importance of hindsight, taking a break from "the biz", The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Third Watch, your first time driving the camera Uhaul truck in NYC and so much more. Niknaz's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram a…

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Actor/Director/Producer Charlie Haid 1:18:17

4M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

Listen in as Charlie and I talk about what directors look for in an operator, the joy of working with great crews, The Work, The Battle of the Network Stars, Hill St. Blues, ER and much much more. Charlie's IMDb To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagr…

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Operator Lawrence "Doc" Karman 1:22:04

4M ago1:22:04

1:22:04

Doc and I discuss painted lawns, the problems with having brand new cases, Field of Dreams, Sneakers, and much more. Doc's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richa…

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Operator Jim McConkey 1:24:58

4M ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Join us as we discuss getting up to speed on the wheels, long continuous shots, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Day of the Fight, dendrochronology and so much more!!!! Make sure to check out the amazing Breakdown that Jim did for a huge oner on Mrs. Maisel!!! Jim's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page…

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Director Loren Yaconelli 1:44:22

4M ago1:44:22

1:44:22

Loren and I discuss watching an actors process, peaking as a focus puller, Animal Kingdom, Heroes, not listing to William Fraker's advice, and so much more. Loren's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoye…

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Operator Dan Gold 1:29:01

5M ago1:29:01

1:29:01

Join us as we talk about the Local 600 Trainee Program, operating your first shot on the wheels, The Perfect Storm, Midnight Run, Gordon Willis's apple box, and so much more. Dan's IMDB Watch Dan's Breakdown of a shot from Air Force One To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us o…

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2nd AC Shannon DeWolfe 1:28:27

5M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

Join us as we talk about the art of silent communication, the importance of maintaining healthy fear, how to be a successful camera PA and so much more. Shannon's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed …

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Operator Jerry Holway 1:08:57

5M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Join us as we talk to the guy who quite literally wrote the book on Steadicam operating and discuss his career as an operator, teaching over 200 Steadicam courses, As Good As It Gets, The Apostle, and so much more. Jerry's IMDB Jerry's Website To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please che…

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That One Voice - Terence Nightingall 3:34

5M ago3:34

3:34

Terence pays tribute to Director/Director of Photography Richard Thorpe.By Dave Chameides

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Operator/Director Terence Nightingall 1:59:44

6M ago1:59:44

1:59:44

Join us as we discuss loving the work, Aliens, ER, The Princess Bride, the boom op with the pink shorts and so much more!!!! Terence's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - T…

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Makeup Artist Suzy Diaz 1:24:30

6M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

Suzy and I discuss why you should never have a walkie in the makeup trailer, having your passport confiscated by Russian officials, Pirates of The Caribbean, Key and Peele, Boogie Nights, and so much more. To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and…

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Q&A w/operators Paul Sanchez and Dave Chameides 51:09

6M ago51:09

51:09

A Q&A in front of film students at Mt St. Mary's University on Los Angeles Ca. To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Operator Greg Smith 1:48:46

6M ago1:48:46

1:48:46

Greg and I discuss the steadicam lessons, growing up on set, Daddy Day Care, Flight of the Phoenix, paying your dues, and so much more. Greg's IMDB Steadicam Lessons Website @steadicamlessons To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and r…

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That One Voice - Adeshola Adigun 3:48

6M ago3:48

3:48

Adeshola Adigun talks about one of the people who changed his life.By Dave Chameides

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Operator Adeshola Adigun 1:21:23

6M ago1:21:23

1:21:23

Adeshola and I talk about what having an awesome name, being a rising operator in the world of social media, the ZeeGee, shooting onstage with Kendrick Lamar all over the world, and so much more. Adeshola's IMDB Adeshola's Instagram @steadishola Greg Smith's Steadicam Lessons To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the p…

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Focus Puller Liza Bambenek 1:40:32

7M ago1:40:32

1:40:32

Listen in as we talk about being part of the camera family, working with Roger Deakins and the Coen Brothers, True Grit, No Country for Old Men, trusting your gut, and so much more. Liza's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and…

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Operator Mike Genne 1:01:49

7M ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Mike and I talk about pulling focus for Vilmos Zsigmond, Close Encounters, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid, starting out digging ditches on the labor gang and so much more. Mike's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if y…

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ACO/GTC Q and A with Danny Bishop, ACO and Dave Chameides, SOC 1:28:13

7M ago1:28:13

1:28:13

In September of 2024 Danny Bishop (2023 SOC Operator of the Year Award for All Quiet On The Western Front) and Dave Chameides (SOC Operator of the Year Award for Ozark) held a Q and A during an ACO/GTC event in London, England. Hear them discuss the reality of working in TV and film as camera operators, the ups, downs, and all sorts of other stuff.…

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Operator Dave Levisohn 1:25:08

7M ago1:25:08

1:25:08

On todays episode we talk about Live TV, Awards Show galore, riding on a crane with Bono, learning how to operate a pedestal cam, and so much more. Dave's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode (including Bono's crane ride) check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and rev…

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Operator Lisa Sene, SOC 1:29:16

8M ago1:29:16

1:29:16

Lisa and I discuss learning at a rental house, the importance of not over explaining things, Dear Edward, No Hard Feelings, starting out as a steadicam student and then teaching new steadicam students and much much more. Lisa's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out o…

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Dune 2 Discussion w/DP Greig Fraser and Operator Jason Ewart 42:14

8M ago42:14

42:14

Danny Bishop interviews Cinematographer Greig Fraser ASC ACS and A Camera & Steadicam Operator Jason Ewart ACO about their work together on the epic Dune Part 2. Special thanks to the ACO (Association of Camera Operators) for allowing us to share their work. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the e…

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Operator Brian Bernstein 1:33:38

8M ago1:33:38

1:33:38

Brian and I talk about the importance of having a mentor, moving up through the ranks for the camera department, the beginnings of the RED camera, and much much more. Brian's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if …

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Garrett Brown's Tall Steadicam Tales 1:23:12

8M ago1:23:12

1:23:12

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the creation of the Steadicam, Tiffen held a talk with Steadicam Inventor Garrett Brown to hear stories from throughout his career. Garrett is a master storyteller and has lived a life full of stories worth telling. A fantastic listen. To watch video of the discussion, click here. (Highly recommended if you'd li…

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That One Voice - Gary Malouf 1:24

8M ago1:24

1:24

By Dave Chameides

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Operator Gary Malouf 1:31:43

9M ago1:31:43

1:31:43

Getting your first film job in a bar, learning how to be a camera operator on the first job you ever had being a camera operator, The Bear, Eighth Grade, and so much more, this episode has it all. Gary's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram …

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Actor Bradley Whitford 1:29:42

9M ago1:29:42

1:29:42

A great discussion where we talk about the difference between shooting digital and film, The West Wing, The Handmaids Tale, the greatest acting note ever given, and much much more. Bradley's IMDB The Emotional Stuntman The West Wing Walk And Talk We Discuss To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The …

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That One Voice - Sean Bobbitt 7:15

9M ago7:15

7:15

By Dave Chameides

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Cinematographer Sean Bobbitt BSC 2:16:04

9M ago2:16:04

2:16:04

Sean and I discuss how to shoot a riot, trying something new on every shoot, Hunger, The Place Beyond The Pines, Marvels, and so much more. Sean's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. The…

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That One Voice - Eric Dyson 3:06

9M ago3:06

3:06

By Dave Chameides

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Director/Camera Operator Eric Dyson 1:55:24

9M ago1:55:24

1:55:24

Eric and I discuss the importance of a good work ethic, missing school to be an extra on a Michael Jackson video, Snowfall, Baywatch, Steve Spielberg's favorite pastry, and so much more. Eric's IMDB Make sure to take a look at Eric's podcast page on The Op to see pics from his career and find him in a Max Headroom video! Please check us out on the …

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Aerial Cameraman David Nowell 1:52:34

10M ago1:52:34

1:52:34

David and I discuss his work on Apocalypse Now, The Blues Brothers, shooting in the vomit comet for Apollo 13, working with Orson Welles, and so much more. An incredible discussion with an amazingly talented and experienced camera operator! David's IMDB Make sure to take a look at David's podcast page on The Op to see his original storyboards from …

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Script Supervisor Jessica Lichtner 1:43:04

10M ago1:43:04

1:43:04

Jessica and I talk about the job of the script supervisor, how our duties overlap, is the line actually that important, Knives Out, The Harder They Fall, Game of Thrones, and so much more. Jessica's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charl…

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Operator Heather Norton 1:40:49

10M ago1:40:49

1:40:49

Heather and I talk about learning filmmaking from the one and only Martin Scorsese, Goodfellas, Happyish, Monsoon Wedding, working with Sydney Lumet, safety on set and so much more. Heather's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Pape…

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Bonus Ep: Filmscape Chicago Operators Panel 47:19

10M ago47:19

47:19

A 5 person operator panel recorded live at Filmscape Chicago 2024. Chicago operators Gary Malouf, Spencer Gillis, Stephanie Dufford, Seth Thomas, and host Dave Chameides, discuss questions about operating including imposter syndrome, how to act on a day call, and much much more. Filmscape Chicago Please check us out on the web and instagram and lik…

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Operator Sarah Levy, SOC 1:49:11

10M ago1:49:11

1:49:11

We discuss working in reality TV, The Office, The Muppets, how not to destroy a take when you are laughing inside, and so much more. Sarah's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Bonus Ep - Operator Gary Malouf and 1st Ac Matt Rozek of The Bear 59:17

10M ago59:17

59:17

Recorded live in front of an audience at Flilmscape 2024 in Chicago, Gary Malouf and Matt Rozek talk about the incredible work they have done on The Bear, how they deal with hunger pangs at work all day, what a joy it is to work with a great group of dedicated talented people, and so much more. If you enjoyed this podcast, check out The Breakdown e…

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