The Cams Channel
Each week, host Tony Holt sits down with professionals from the worlds of television, video, and live events to share real stories from behind the scenes. From career journeys and road stories to hard-earned lessons and practical advice, these candid conversations offer a window into the lives of those who keep the show rolling.
On The Cams Channel Podcast, we dive into the highs and lows of working in production—discussing work/life balance, learning from mistakes, staying safe on set, and what it really takes to make great shows happen. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about the people behind the lens, there's something here for you.
Episodes
33 episodes
"Lawrence Boothby" Director of Photography [Part 2]
Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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1:25:56
"Lawrence Boothby" Director of Photography [Part 1]
Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:36:37
"Isaac Shaw" Engineer In Charge
Isaac Shaw is a Television Truck Engineer In Charge with Game Creek Video. We discuss his diverse college career and finding his path to video systems engineering. Isaac shares stories from The World Series, The Masters Golf Tournam...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:44:56
Talking Steadicam Builds and Inspiration w/Tony Reyes
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Season 1
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13:57
"Tony Reyes" Steadicam + Trinity 2 Operator
Tony Reyes is a Nashville based Steadicam and Trinity 2 Owner / Operator. We discuss his college career, starting freelance work, and taking the leap of faith in purchasing his first Steadicam rig. We talk about his career as a Stea...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:34:47
"Don Carr" Multicam Director [Part 2]
Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director. We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV. Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99, NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and mor...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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51:27
"Don Carr" Multicam Director [Part 1]
Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director. We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV. Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99, NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and mor...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:04:08
"Kathryn Russ" Producer + Editor + Director
Kathryn Russ is a Nashville based Producer, Editor, and Director. We discuss her diverse career and highlights from along the way. We discuss how being organized and having a game plan creates the opportunity for creativity.W...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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52:22
"Mark Duvall" Broadcast Engineer
We talk with television broadcast engineer Mark Duvall. Mark gives us unique insights into the “customer service” side of of the business, that goes beyond making the TV truck work. We also talk about the art of troubleshootin...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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57:34
"Daniel Sanders" Video Shader
Daniel Sanders is a Video Shader who as worked on all kinds of shows over the years! We discuss how he got his first job in media at a radio station, getting experience with live shows in college, progressing into lighti...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:28:07
Mike King Returns
Friend of the show, Mike King returns! This time, Mike shares more great stories about a Nashville crew that tracked a NASA satellite with a bowling ball, pranks at The Nashville Network, and other great memories from his career.
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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47:09
"Respect"
We take a look back at our first episodes with one of my favorite questions that I get to ask my guests: "What position on a show do you have the most respect for?"
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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22:41
"Chuck Shockley" Stage Manager
This week we are keeping calm in the chaos with Stage Manager, Chuck Shockley. Chuck shares about how he hit the ground running in TV working a variety of positions, and eventually finding his way to stage managing. Chuck shares ab...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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50:02
"David Lewis" Camera Operator
David Lewis is a freelance Television Camera Operator based in Nashville, Tennessee. We discuss getting started in Chattanooga, moving to Nashville, working as a Video Utility and transitioning to Camera Operator. David shares stori...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:15:13
"Sam Roberts" .MOV Media
This week with chat with Sam Roberts of .MOV Media. We discuss his time in Florida learning different show positions, running the jib, and moving to Nashville. We also talk about the importance of core values, little moments, and st...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:06:14
"Joe Foster" Tech Manager [Part 2]
This week we continue the conversation with Tech Manager Joe Foster. We discuss his many years and rolls in the business. Joe has worked as Lighting Designer, Staging Supervisor, Key Grip, Stage Manager, and much more. We talk...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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42:46
"Joe Foster" Tech Manager [Part 1]
This week we are talking with Tech Manager Joe Foster. We discuss his many years and rolls in the business. Joe has worked as Lighting Designer, Staging Supervisor, Key Grip, Stage Manager, and much more. We talk about how he ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:05:38
"Matt Barker" Blackhawk Cinema [Part 2]
Last week we left Matt just has the next storm was brewing in his career! This week, we talk about working in -60 degree temperatures, covering the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in Alaska, working in Nashville news, traveling the world, and even...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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52:25
"Matt Barker" Blackhawk Cinema [Part 1]
Matt Barker has one of the most intense and diverse careers of anyone you will ever meet. We talk about getting his start in Television in Virginia, moving to Nashville, chasing hurricanes, working with the U.S. Olympic Bobsled Team, INDY...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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40:25
"Brandon Bagwell" Camera Operator
This week we sit down with another rising star of the industry. Brandon Bagwell is a great example of the power of networking and positivity. We talk about his path to work in TV and Video Production, inclusion, and advice for folks...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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42:21
"Brett Skelton" Jib Camera Operator
Brett Skelton is a Nashville based Jib Camera Operator. He shares how he got started in video work and quickly discovered the Jib Camera.To contact Brett, you can email him JibAce1@Yahoo.com...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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58:55
"Larry Copeland" Camera Operator
Larry Copeland is a Camera Operator who has been working in TV "forever." We discuss his long career, starting at the local PBS station in Nashville in 1970, moving on to Opryland Productions, The Nashville Network [TNN], Country Music Te...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:02:59
