Best Alter Guild Podcasts (2025)

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'Handling Big Egos on Set (Without Losing Your Cool)' with Mike Sexton - Ep. #60 1:36:35

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On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Mike Sexton to chat about his start in the film industry as a third generation Property Master. He walks us through working with some of the most iconic directors in the industry and the challenges that brings. From One Hour Photo to Straight Out of Compton, Mike teaches us that the…

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'Achieving the Impossible' with Brad Einhorn - Ep. #59 1:22:43

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Achieving the Impossible A Conversation with Property Master Brad Einhorn On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Brad Einhorn to explore his impressive career journey and how it all began. Brad walks us through his script breakdown process and dives into the meticulous historical research behind his work. From Honey, I S…

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#324 A Rebellion of Care w/ David Gate 1:04:41

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Natalia and Emmy welcome poet and artist David Gate, to talk about his new book of poems and essays called “A Rebellion of Care.” Links: https://www.davidgatepoet.com/By Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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#323 Outside Safe Space with Mikah Meyer 1:03:37

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On our last episode of Pride Month, Emmy and Natalia welcome travel expert, speaker, and advocate Mikah Meyer to talk about his three year 419 National Park Service journey, as well as his current projects and why it matters to create safe spaces outdoors too. http://patreon.com/cafeteriachristian Links: www.mikahmeyer.com Interactive Map: www.mika…

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'Pivoting & Following the Trends of the Industry' with Ellen Freund - Ep. # 58 1:24:58

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Pivoting & Following the Trends of the Industry A Conversation with Property Master Ellen Freund On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Ellen Freund to explore her remarkable career, her experience as one of the first female Property Masters, and how she’s navigated the evolving landscape of the film industry. Hosts: Chr…

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#322 Saints, Icons, and a Beef with Bridget, w/Erik Nelson 1:03:47

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Emmy and Natalia are joined by friend of the pod friend of God Erik Nelson to nerd out on the saints and icons and why it matters to know their names and their stories. Not just as histories but for our own understanding of what it means that God is still speaking through saints today as well. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristi…

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#321 Find Your Pretzel 56:30

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It’s Pride month, and it feels even more important than ever to speak up and support our LGBTQ+ siblings. Emmy and Natalia process a moment that Emmy recently had during a Q&R (question and response), and how to respond when someone comes at you hard using the Bible as their defense. Links: President Bartlett’s takedown: https://www.youtube.com/wat…

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#23 (Repost): The Drive-Thru Cheeseburger Principle 34:38

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To kick off our Pride month discussions we’re bringing back an oldie but a goodie: episode 23, Emmy’s first appearance on the podcast way back in January 2019. Natalia, Nora McInerny, and Emmy talk “welcoming” vs “affirming,” reclaiming the word “queer,” and what to do with “Bam Bam Christians” who are just a little too into the “clobber verses” of…

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‘Working in the Big Leagues’ with Mychael Bates & Bradley Good - Ep. # 57 1:44:04

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Working in the Big Leagues A Conversation with Property Master Mychael Bates & Assistant Property Master Bradley Good On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with PMG Property Master Mychael Bates and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Bradley Good about their rich and wide-ranging careers in the film industry. Mychael shares insights from rising t…

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#320 No Mega-Church May (June) part 3: The Church Search 55:20

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Emmy and Natalia continue the conversation about finding a church fit, what your search might lead you into, and why you might not want to church search at all. Links: www.patreon.com/cafeteriachistian Venmo: @cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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#319 No Mega-Church May 1:05:12

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We asked, and you all responded! This week Emmy and Natalia read and talk about the ways Cafeterians have church shopped and how it went. www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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'The Art of Prop Graphic Design' with Tina Charad - Ep. #56 1:30:49

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The Art of Prop Graphic Design A Conversation with Graphic Designer Tina Charad On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with acclaimed graphic designer Tina Charad to explore her fascinating journey from starting her design career in the UK to working on some of Hollywood’s biggest productions. Tina shares her origin story, early influences, and …

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#318 No Mega-Church May 1:01:05

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Emmy and Natalia answer our most commonly asked listener question about churches and how to find a “good” church that also is safe, but also has good music, and also good preaching, and and and and and. Links: www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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'Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins' with Jode Mann - Ep. #55 1:41:55

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Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins A Conversation with Property Master Jode Mann On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with award-winning PMG Property Master Jode Mann to share behind-the-scenes stories from her work on Weeds, Pulse, and the MacGuffin-winning Lessons in Chemistry. From iconic props to on-set challenges, Jode reveals how the …

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#317 Practicing Being Human w/ Beth Silvers 1:07:30

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Emmy and Natalia welcome Beth Silvers of Pantsuit Politics to spend a little time talking about the intersections of faith and politics and why we haven’t given up on either just yet. Links: Pantsuit Politics: https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/ Sarah Bessey Article: https://sarahbessey.substack.com/p/are-we-still-calling-ourselves-christians www…

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#316 The Noise of Your Songs 57:05

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Emmy and Natalia talk about a few stories about Christianity that have been in the news this week, and why it matters to stay in this faith thing, even when it feels like it would be easier to just walk away. www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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#315 Get in Loser, We’re Going Conclaving 1:02:30

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Natalia drags Emmy into her rabbit hole of interest in the papacy and tries to convince her that it matters and that we should care - even if we’re super not Catholic. http://patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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'The Props of Severance' with Catherine Miller - Ep. #54 1:31:16

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The Props of Severance A Conversation with Property Master Catherine Miller On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Catherine Miller to discuss her experience as a New York-based Property Master. She shares how having ample prep time allowed her to design, manufacture, and help build the distinctive props used by the char…

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#314 Post-Easter Mini-sode with Emmy 20:36

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Emmy offers a short meditation on life after Easter Sunday. Content warning for discussion of a suicide attempt. www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christiaan & Alter Guild

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PMG Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 48:13

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Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters to discuss working on Manufacturing heavy shows and answer questions on the best ways to make and repair certain props. Hosted by Livi Dom, PMG Associate Member and IATSE…

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#313 Hope is Sewer Rat with Feathers 1:03:32

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Emmy and Natalia talk about hope - and why it is so hard to hold onto right now, and what we are doing to hold onto hope when everything else is telling us to just let it go. Poem: Hope is Not a Thing with Feathers Emily, It Is a Sewer Rat - by Caitlin Seida www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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'The Masters of Sketch Comedy' with Jonathan Buchanan and Todd Daniels - Ep. #53 1:34:02

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The Masters of Sketch Comedy A Conversation with Property Master Jonathan Buchanan and MacGuffin award winning Property Master Todd Daniels On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Masters Jon Buchanan and Todd Daniels to discuss the art of Property Mastering comedy television shows and specifically creating props that can be the…

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#312 Why Does Holy Week Matter? 56:31

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Emmy and Natalia talk about how we show up during a week of complicated emotions and feelings, and one that often has a lot of church baggage attached to it. As we get closer to this particular week in the church, let’s reflect on what really matters about each day, and why. http://patreon.com/cafeteriachristian…

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PMG Presents: How Props Become Icons - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 54:35

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Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters discussing what makes a prop become a MacGuffin. Hosted by Michael Corrie, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master. This panel discussion includes: Skip Torvin…

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'Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director' with Ross Novie - Ep. #52 1:31:13

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Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director A Conversation with First Assistant Director Ross Novie. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with DGA 1st AD Ross Novie to discuss the importance of clear communication when it comes to scheduling, planning safety on set when it comes to stunts with props, and creating a h…

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#311 Theology of Reality 1:01:47

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Emmy and Natalia get into a deeply theological talk about God and faith and life right now and why scripture is still relevant and where God is right now. Notes: www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristian www.facebook.com/groups/cafeteriachristian Book Club Form link: https://forms.gle/QobkVMPsvLQX44QP7By Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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#310 Good Soil w/ Jeff Chu 56:56

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Emmy and Natalia welcome Jeff Chu to talk about his new book, Good Soil. Get Jeff’s Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/729761/good-soil-by-jeff-chu/ See Jeff on his book tour: https://byjeffchu.com/tour www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristianBy Cafeteria Christian & Alter Guild

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'A Property Master and their Key On Set Props' with Robbie Duncan and Butch Kitchen - Ep. #51 1:39:11

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A Property Master and their Key On Set Props A Conversation with Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen to discuss their experience working together on many projects an…

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#309 Disciples of White Jesus w/ Angela Denker 59:34

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Natalia welcomes back friend of the pod friend of God Angela Denker to talk about her new book “Disciples of White Jesus: the Radicalization of American Boyhood.” This is a relevant, timely, and important book for anyone connected to young men and boys. Links for Angela: Angela’s Website: https://www.angeladenker.com/ Buy Angela’s Book: https://boo…

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#308 Empathy IS Christian 50:25

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OMG we can’t believe we have to say this (Empathy is Christian) but it turns out some people are really pushing an anti-compassion anti-empathy rhetoric right now and Emmy and Natalia are here to clear the air. We check in about baby eagles and new cars to start, and the main topic begins around min 15. Links: www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristian Jac…

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'How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish' with Sarah Snyder - Ep. #50 1:36:37

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How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish A Conversation with Property Master Sarah Snyder On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Sarah Snyder for a topical episode where we break down the steps of being a Property Master on a TV show. We review everything from getting the call for the job, budgeting and breaking down t…

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#307 Lent Is a Rollercoaster Baby We're Gonna Die 58:28

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Emmy and Natalia talk about Lent and the rollercoaster of this whole season in the church: ups and downs and ups and downs and ups? It’s a lot. When life is already a lot. How do we do this sad season when life feels pretty sad on its own? www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristian Links: Emmy’s Article: https://sojo.net/articles/unintended-consequences-sp…

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'Handling Big Egos on Set (Without Losing Your Cool)' with Mike Sexton - Ep. #60 1:36:35

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'Achieving the Impossible' with Brad Einhorn - Ep. #59 1:22:43

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#324 A Rebellion of Care w/ David Gate 1:04:41

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#323 Outside Safe Space with Mikah Meyer 1:03:37

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'Pivoting & Following the Trends of the Industry' with Ellen Freund - Ep. # 58 1:24:58

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#322 Saints, Icons, and a Beef with Bridget, w/Erik Nelson 1:03:47

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#321 Find Your Pretzel 56:30

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#23 (Repost): The Drive-Thru Cheeseburger Principle 34:38

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‘Working in the Big Leagues’ with Mychael Bates & Bradley Good - Ep. # 57 1:44:04

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#320 No Mega-Church May (June) part 3: The Church Search 55:20

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#319 No Mega-Church May 1:05:12

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'The Art of Prop Graphic Design' with Tina Charad - Ep. #56 1:30:49

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#318 No Mega-Church May 1:01:05

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'Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins' with Jode Mann - Ep. #55 1:41:55

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#317 Practicing Being Human w/ Beth Silvers 1:07:30

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#316 The Noise of Your Songs 57:05

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#315 Get in Loser, We’re Going Conclaving 1:02:30

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'The Props of Severance' with Catherine Miller - Ep. #54 1:31:16

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#314 Post-Easter Mini-sode with Emmy 20:36

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PMG Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 48:13

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#313 Hope is Sewer Rat with Feathers 1:03:32

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'The Masters of Sketch Comedy' with Jonathan Buchanan and Todd Daniels - Ep. #53 1:34:02

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#312 Why Does Holy Week Matter? 56:31

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PMG Presents: How Props Become Icons - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 54:35

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'Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director' with Ross Novie - Ep. #52 1:31:13

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#311 Theology of Reality 1:01:47

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#310 Good Soil w/ Jeff Chu 56:56

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'A Property Master and their Key On Set Props' with Robbie Duncan and Butch Kitchen - Ep. #51 1:39:11

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#309 Disciples of White Jesus w/ Angela Denker 59:34

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#308 Empathy IS Christian 50:25

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'How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish' with Sarah Snyder - Ep. #50 1:36:37

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#307 Lent Is a Rollercoaster Baby We're Gonna Die 58:28