Best Dave Chameides Podcasts (2025)

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On Set Dresser Aaron Robert Hall 1:22:34

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5h ago1:22:34

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Aaron and I discuss the amazing relationship between the on set dresser and the operator, Killers of the Flower Moon, Eddington, harmonica playing, and so much more. Aaron's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Loader Torey Lenart 1:09:48

7d ago1:09:48

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Torey and I discuss the job of the loader, the importance of being a people person, Megalopolis, Saturday Night, and so much more. Torey's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on 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 : Liza Bambenek Discusses Making The Jump To Operating 55:58

9d ago55:58

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Liza and I recorded a podcast about 6 months ago about her amazing career as a focus puller and right about that time she was poised to make the jump to operating. She was kind enough to come back on and share what that experience has been like, what the challenges were, and what it looks like to her moving forward. A great insight into the jump to…

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Operator Vince McGahon 1:28:10

14d ago1:28:10

1:28:10

Vince discusses jumping back and forth between A and B cam jobs, early steadicam work with a cable, Slow Horses, Paddington, and so much more. Vince's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert…

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Director Jonathan Kaplan 1:39:28

22d ago1:39:28

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Director Jonathan Kaplan discusses learning from Elia Kazan, having Martin Scorsese teach him at NYU, hanging up on Roger Corman, The Accused, ER, and much, much more. Jonathan's IMDB Please check us out on our website and on instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert We'…

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Operator Tony Jackson 1:30:06

29d ago1:30:06

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Tony and I talk about what a camera operator looks for, working on almost every Star Wars movie, A Bridge Too Far, Superman, and so much more. Tony'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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How to Succeed As A Production Assistant (Part 1) 1:31:18

1M ago1:31:18

1:31:18

A friend pointed out that most people starting out are not going to jump into camera (if that is their goal) and instead will probably start out as PAs on whatever show they can get on. So today we are talking to Lauren Senger (Key PA), Jeff Sweeney (Key PA) and Ana Pellar (First Team PA) about the dos and don'ts, what to do the moment you park you…

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How To Succeed As A Production Assistant (Part Deux) 51:55

1M ago51:55

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On todays podcast we talk to Operator Rochelle Brown, 1st AD Kris Krengel, Key 2nd AD Sarah Gorczyk, and 2nd 2nd AD Jackson Lipps discuss the ins and outs of what it takes to be a good PA. This is a sequel to the first part which can be found here. Rochelle Browns Podcast we mention can be found here. To see pictures and things we discussed in toda…

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Operator David Emmerichs 1:19:08

1M ago1:19:08

1:19:08

David and I talk about the power of failure, his first A camera job, Bad Times At The El Royale, Armageddon, The Green Mile, and so much more. David's IMDB Watch David's Shot Breakdowns on The Op Here!!!! 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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Operator Chris Haarhoff 2:01:12

2M ago2:01:12

2:01:12

Chris and I discuss the beginnings of the PRO, living in Hollywood in a steadicam flop house, Saving Private Ryan, The Salton Sea, and so much more. Chris' IMDB View Chris' Shot Breakdowns Here 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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BONUS EPISODE: SOC A Camera Operator Panel Discussion 1:40:24

2M ago1:40:24

1:40:24

Last week the SOC hosted So You Want To Be An A Camera Operator (hint it's more than just panning and tilting) at the Chapman facilities in Atlanta. Operators Matt Petrosky, Chris Duskin, Jessica Hershatter, Greg Faysash, Brigman "Briggs" Foster-Owens, Dave Chameides and Dolly Grip Eric Zucker discuss the 95% of the job of being a camera operator t…

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Cinematographer David Mullen 1:32:42

2M ago1:32:42

1:32:42

David and I discuss starting out in 8mm film, reading every back issue of the ASC magazine, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Twin Falls Idaho, and so much more. David'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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Actress Olivia Williams 2:00:45

2M ago2:00:45

2:00:45

Olivia and I discuss cookies, acting and the camera operator, The Postman, The Sixth Sense, and so much more. ***TRIGGER WARNING** - There is a discussion of a sexual assault in this episode at the 54 minute mark with a disclaimer just before that portion of the podcast. Olivia's IMDB Bystander Training At Right To Be Check out Filmscape Chicago To…

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VFX Supervisor Rob Hodgson 1:13:24

3M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Rob and I talk about turning down Forrest Gump, the pros and cons of animatics, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Inception, and so much more. Rob's IMDB Check out Filmscape Chicago 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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That One Voice - Cheli Clayton-Samaras 2:43

3M ago2:43

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Cheli thanks a teacher who taught her how to tell stories.By Dave Chameides

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Focus Puller Cheli Clayton-Samaras 1:59:54

3M ago1:59:54

1:59:54

Cheli and I talk about focus pulling without rehearsals, making game day decisions, Joker Folie a Deux, Team American World Police, and so much more. Cheli's IMDB RIP Norman Parker. Bystander Intervention Training 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 insta…

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Operator Gary Spratling 1:51:20

3M ago1:51:20

1:51:20

Gary and I discuss how to work with a dolly grip who doesn't only speaks Thai, what to do as a B camera operator, Good Morning Vietnam, Quantam of Solace, and much much more. 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 and like us and review…

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Operator Pete Cavaciuti 1:30:26

4M ago1:30:26

1:30:26

Join us as we discuss what operators can offer actors, the DP/Director/OPerator Relationship, 1917, and so much more. Pete'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 Ric…

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Operator Brooks Robinson 1:20:42

4M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

Brooks and I discuss working with the incredible John Toll, starting out in music videos, Tropic Thunder, fighting back after an accident and so much more. Brooks 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 Des Whelan 1:47:27

4M ago1:47:27

1:47:27

Des and I discuss operating a remote head through an eyepiece, working with Tim Burton, Beetlejuice 1 and 2, My Left Foot, and so much more. Des' 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 Richaud Them…

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Movement Specialist Liz Cash 1:19:22

4M 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

4M 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

5M ago1:30:06

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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

5M ago2:44:05

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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

5M 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

5M ago1:57:35

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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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M ago1:13

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Cinematographer Jeffrey Greeley 1:01:23

6M 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

7M 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

7M 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

7M 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

7M 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

8M 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

8M 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

8M 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

8M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

9M 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

10M 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

10M 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

10M 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

10M 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

10M ago3:48

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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

11M 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

11M 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…