CES 2026: Fuji's Fake 8mm Camera, LEGO Smart Bricks, Atlas Robot, and More
10.1.2026 | 33 Min.
CES 2026 brought notable innovations for filmmakers and media professionals. In this episode, we break down the most interesting tech: Fujifilm's new instax mini Evo Cinema Camera with vintage film emulation, LEGO's impressive computer-integrated Smart Brick, HP's EliteBoard keyboard computer, Boston Dynamics' fully electric Atlas robot, Samsung's thin 3D display technology, and Nvidia's Rubin platform advances. -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.
2026 Predictions: What's Coming for AI Filmmaking
02.1.2026 | 38 Min.
Addy and Joey dive into their tech predictions for 2026, categorizing forecasts from "super confident" to "long shots." They explore the future of AI tools like Comfy UI, real-time video generation, and VFX-focused models. Will we see feature-length AI-generated cinema or neural renderers integrated into major production tools? -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.
Welcome to the Denoisies: Our 2025 AI Awards Show
30.12.2025 | 38 Min.
In this episode, Addy and Joey present the first-ever Denoisies AI awards, highlighting 2025's most significant AI developments. They debate standout models like Z-Image vs. Nano Banana Pro, analyze industry partnerships including Disney-OpenAI, and reveal the year's biggest misses and surprises. -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.
AI Roundup: Qwen Layers + Kling Animator + Wan 2.6 (Nobody's on Holiday)
22.12.2025 | 22 Min.
New AI model releases won't stop for the holidays! This week, Addy and Joey dive into Wan 2.6, ChatGPT Image 1.5, Seedance 1.5 Pro, and other video generation updates. -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.
How To: Hybrid AI & Live Action Filmmaking Tutorial (Nano Banana Pro, Kling, Wan, Resolve)
16.12.2025 | 16 Min.
Go behind the scenes as Addy reveals his complete workflow for creating a hybrid live-action/AI short film featuring a job-seeking lizard creature. Learn practical techniques for multi-camera consistency, environment generation, and post-production fixes. -- The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their respective employers or organizations. This show is independently produced by VP Land without the use of any outside company resources, confidential information, or affiliations.
When it comes to AI and the film industry, noise is everywhere. We cut through it.Denoised is your twice-weekly deep dive into the most interesting and relevant topics in media, entertainment, and creative technology. Hosted by Addy Ghani (Media Industry Analyst) and Joey Daoud (media producer and founder of VP Land), this podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the industry—from Generative AI, Virtual Production, Hardware & Software innovations, Cloud workflows, Filmmaking, TV, and Hollywood industry news.Each episode delivers a fast-paced, no-BS breakdown of the biggest developments, featuring insightful analysis, under-the-radar insights, and practical takeaways for filmmakers, content creators, and M&E professionals. Whether you’re pushing pixels in post, managing a production pipeline, or just trying to keep up with the future of storytelling, Denoised keeps you ahead of the curve.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Listen in, stay informed, and cut through the noise.Produced by VP Land. Get the free VP Land newsletter in your inbox to stay on top of the latest news and tools in creative technology: https://ntm.link/l45xWQ