Best Postproduction Podcasts (2025)

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The Offset Podcast EP033: Is A Career In Post Production Still Worth It? 36:21

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It’s no secret that the post production (and production) industry is in a bit of tumultuous period resulting in a lot of people wondering if they should stay in the industry and for young people who are drawn to postproduction, if they’re making the right move trying to pursue editing, color, mixing etc. In this episode, we’ll explore these issues …

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Mastering the Art of Doing Scary (and Often Hilarious) Shit | with Paul Beckman 1:13:39

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Ever feel stuck between playing it safe and going all in on your dream? In this episode, I talk with filmmaker, actor, and real-life action hero Paul Beckman—whose story is equal parts hilarious, outrageous, and deeply inspiring. From sneaking into the World Series VIP section to facing cancer with grit and the mantra “This too shall pass,” Paul sh…

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Editing Web Series with Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE & Ben Allan 50:29

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This episode was a panel that took place on May 13th, 2024. Award-winning editors Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE and Ben Allen discuss their experiences working on the web series, HOW TO FAIL AS A POPSTAR, I HATE PEOPLE, PEOPLE HATE ME and LESS THAN KOSHER. They explore the unique challenges and creative freedoms that come with this format. Th…

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Turning Adversity Into Opportunity and Suffering Into Purpose (a Superhero’s Perspective) | with Aaron Welty 1:24:03

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What if the way you see your struggles is the key to overcoming them? In this episode, I talk with motivational speaker and all-around awesome human Aaron Welty—moderator of the Council of Nerds film series, former Two Geek Soup co-host, and Senior Legislative Assistant in the U.S. House of Representatives. Born with cerebral palsy, Aaron brings a …

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The Offset Podcast EP032: When Is A Grade Done? 54:24

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In this episode we’re exploring a audience member submitted question about how to know when a grade is done and ready to present to a client. It’s a more nuanced and complex question than you’d think! Specific topics discussed in this episode include: Color is very subjective thing - how to balance your ‘done’ vs a client’s done The importance of p…

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How We are “Wired to Create”, What It Means to Be a “Creative”, and How We Can Leverage Our Unique Gifts | with Scott Barry Kaufman 56:14

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What if your greatest creative strength is the part of you that never quite fit in? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, psychology professor at Columbia University and host of The Psychology Podcast, to explore why creativity isn’t a rare talent but a way of being—one that thrives when we embrace what makes us different. We discus…

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Are we becoming Generation Xtinct? 9:21

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Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, Are we becoming Generation Xtinct?. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your creative work, and what it mea…

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Why the Pursuit of Success Is Making Us All Miserable (and How to Flip the Script) | with Jackson Kerchis 1:08:37

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What if happiness wasn’t the reward for success but instead the foundation for it? Jackson Kerchis is here to share the science and psychology of happiness—not as an abstract, feel-good concept, but as a practical tool for navigating uncertainty, overcoming career challenges, and unlocking creativity. From the neuroscience behind gratitude and mind…

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The Offset Podcast EP031: Discussing Monitors Part 2 1:01:40

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In this episode, we’re continuing our discussion with monitoring experts Bram Desmet from Flanders Scientific, Nate McFarlin from Dolby, and David Abrams from Avical/Portrait Displays Some of the specific topics we cover in this episode include: How are panels actually made? And why does it cost billions? The role of material science in panel manuf…

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Why Optimization Isn’t the Answer (and How to Make the Most of the Four Thousand Weeks We Have) | with Oliver Burkeman 1:20:54

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What if striving for more is actually giving you… less? In this episode, Zack sits down with bestselling author Oliver Burkeman—known for Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals—to unpack the trap of productivity and the illusion of the perfect to-do list. Together, they explore why the constant chase for achievement might be keeping us fro…

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Why the Relentless Pursuit of Optimization Is a Journey to Nowhere | with Zack Arnold 1:29:22

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Are you stuck in the messy middle of life, wondering who you’re becoming on the other side? In this episode, the mic turns inward as today’s guest—well, it’s me, Zack Arnold —and I’m opening up about the newly rebranded Zack Arnold Podcast. Along with my podcast producer and fellow coach Debby Germino, we discuss why the changes go far beyond a new…

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Bleeding Love with Autumn Dea 35:13

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Today’s episode is a conversation with Autumn Dea. She shares her journey into editing, her early interest in storytelling, the transition from advertising to long-form editing, and her experiences working on the film BLEEDING LOVE which was directed by Emma Westenberg starring Ewan McGregor and Clara McGregor. We discuss the emotional aspects of e…

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I wasn't afraid of losing my paycheck nearly as much as losing myself. (3 of 3) 7:55

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Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, I wasn't afraid of losing my paycheck nearly as much as losing myself. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in …

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I sold my soul for a paycheck. It led me to my purpose instead. (2 of 3) 7:22

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Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, I sold my soul for a paycheck. It led me to my purpose instead. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your cr…

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The existential crisis that destroyed me, then changed my life. (1 of 3) 7:28

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Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, The existential crisis that destroyed me and then changed my life. If you enjoyed this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in yo…

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Procrastinating? You're not lazy. You're probably just afraid. 9:59

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Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, Procrastinating? You're not lazy. You're probably just afraid. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your cre…

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The Offset Podcast EP030: Discussing Monitors Part 1 58:48

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For our 30th episode we're discussing that topic we always seem to revisit - monitoring! While we have some opinions on the state of reference and consumer monitors in 2025 we thought it'd be fun to celebrate our 30th episode with some good friends who also happen to be experts in their part of the monitoring ecosystem. In Part 1 of a two-part seri…

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Coming Soon: The Zack Arnold Podcast 1:33

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If you’ve been following along the last several months, then you may already know I’ve decided that it’s time to retire the Optimize Yourself brand and usher in a new era. If you live to create, meaning your work isn't just a job but an expression of who you are... If you create to live, as in your livelihood depends on your creativity... And if yo…

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The Offset Podcast EP029: ARM In Post Production Part 2 25:42

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In this episode, we continue our discussion about ARM-based computing and its impact on postproduction. If you missed part 1 in this series, be sure to check that out, as we cover a lot of helpful background information. In this show, some of the specifics discussed include: How ARM will factor into our next workstation purchases Do we think Apple …

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EditCon 2024: Exploring Documentary 1:16:46

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Today's episode is a panel from EditCon 2024 that took place in Edmonton, Alberta. EXPLORING DOCUMENTARY Krystal Moss, Weyme Teeter, Colin Waugh and Sarah Taylor, CCE share their insights and experiences and explore the art of storytelling through the lens of editing and talk about their creative process behind the captivating Alberta-made document…

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How to Pivot, Adapt, and Keep Going (Your Creative Career Isn't Over) | with Lydia Hurlbut 1:24:32

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist Ever feel like the ground beneath your career is shifting — like every step forward only leads to more uncertainty? Today, we're diving deep into…

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The Offset Podcast EP028: ARM In Post Production Part 1 34:35

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ARM SoCs (system on a chip) have become a hot topic in the computing world in the past few years. Apple branded ‘Apple Silicon’, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon, Ampere’s Altra, and others have been disruptive in a world once dominated by x86/x64-based systems from Intel & AMD. In Part 1 of a two-part series on ARM in postproduction, we explore some of the e…

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From Setback to Comeback: Finding Strength in the Hardest Moments | with Bevin Farrand 1:25:15

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist With everything that’s happened in the past few years—and the latest tragedies that have shaken the entertainment industry—it’s no surprise that …

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How to Keep Moving Forwards After You've Lost Everything | with Christina Rasmussen 1:20:59

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist The past two years have been relentless for creatives, and even in the first quarter of the year,, the losses keep piling up with no end in sight…

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The Offset Podcast EP027: Where Do DCTLs & OFX Fit Into A Grading Workflow? 53:15

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The built-in tools in grading applications like DaVinci Resolve are immensely powerful, but sometimes, you need a tool that goes further—or, at the very least, approaches a task in a slightly different way. In this installment of The OffSet Podcast, we're exploring how power grades, DCTLs, and OFX fit into a grading workflow. Specific topics we dis…

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How to Thrive As an Introverted Creative (In a World Designed For Extroverts) | with Jennifer Kahnweiler 1:08:44

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist My guest today is Jennifer Kahnweiler, a bestselling author, host of the Introvert Ally Podcast, and one of the leading experts on introverts at …

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The Offset Podcast EP026: Managing Review Sessions 48:34

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In this episode of The Offset Podcast, we’re discussing strategies for managing client review sessions - both in person and remote. The review session sounds straightforward on paper, but it can be a complicated balancing act of moving things along, addressing changes, and keeping everyone happy. Some of the specifics we discuss in this episode inc…

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Navigating the Messy Middle of a Career Pivot | with Sandy Zimmerman 1:20:34

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist A few years ago, Sandy Zimmerman came on the Zack Arnold podcast as a longtime Physical Education teacher and coach. During that conversation, sh…

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[Case Study] From the FBI to Hollywood: Anatomy of An Unlikely Career Pivot | with Kathy Robinson 1:20:27

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist In today's episode, I sit down with Kathy Robinson, a longtime member of the Optimizer community and one of my coaching students who has made a r…

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EditCon 2024: To Kill A Tiger with Mike Munn, CCE 1:22:33

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Today's episode is a panel that took place in Toronto during EditCon 2024. Editor Mike Munn, CCE take us through the experience of editing the multi-award-winning documentary TO KILL A TIGER. The film follows the local story of an Indian father courageously fighting for justice for his raped daughter, delving into the dynamics of a family, a small …

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The Offset Podcast EP 025: Things They Don't Tell You About Becoming A Colorist 43:50

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In this installment of The Offset Podcast, we're discussing many of the things no one told us before we decided to become professional colorists. While being a professional colorist can be exciting and rewarding, the job also comes with a plethora of challenges and things you might not realize. Some specifics we discuss in this episode include: Is …

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[CASE STUDY] How to Diversify Your Creative Skills and Experience to Build Multiple Income Streams | with Krysia Szyszlo 1:22:20

4M ago1:22:20

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist My guest today is Krysia Szyszlo, an Optimizer OG who has successfully diversified her career across multiple fields, including television editin…

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How to Approach Difficult Conversations In Polarizing Times | with Justin Jones-Fosu 1:14:42

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist My guest today is Justin Jones-Fosu, who is the CEO of Work. Meaningful., an organization dedicated to transforming corporate culture by fosterin…

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Unemployed? Burned Out? Or Both? How to Manage a Career Break | with Laura Nguyen 1:16:12

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist My guest today is Laura Nguyen, a burnout coach and author of Career Break Compass: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional T…

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The Offset Podcast EP024: Calibration 45:46

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We hope you had a great holiday season! The Offset Podcast is back for Season 2. We publish an episode every two weeks, and for Season 2 (2025), we’re excited to discuss a wide range of exciting topics. In this episode, we explore a subject that should be important to everyone who cares about image quality and accuracy—calibration. While this episo…

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The Dumpster Fire of 2024, Predictions for 2025, and The Future of Creativity | with Zack Arnold 1:24:43

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Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more? → Click here for your customized podcast playlist For this special kickoff episode of the new year, we’re flipping the script: I, Zack Arnold, the usual host of Optimize Yourself, step into the g…

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The eight words that shape my approach to life (especially when the sh*t hits the fan) 8:09

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Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about…

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We survived til '25. Now what?! 8:04

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Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about…

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Optimize Yourself Fall 2024 Hiatus 1:50

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Since May of 2014 I’ve done my best to release a brand new long form conversation on a weekly basis, and between my original show Fitness In Post and now Optimize Yourself, I’ve now released just short of 400 episodes. But eventually this thing called life gets in the way. And I had to make the difficult choice to pause recording new interviews for…

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Hot Seat Friday: Bouncing Back: Navigating Life After Being Fired 25:33

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In this Hot Seat session, long-time community member Sam Lavin opens up about an unexpected and deeply challenging moment in her career: being fired for the first time. The experience shook her confidence and left her scrambling to address the immediate financial strain. Feeling scattered and unsure of her next steps, Sam and I worked together to u…

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Deadpool & Wolverine with Shane Reid and Dean Zimmerman, ACE 1:06:15

5M ago1:06:15

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In this episode Sarah Taylor, CCE chats with Shane Reid and Dean Zimmerman, ACE, the talented editors behind Marvel’s massive box-office hit, DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE. We explore the creative process, challenges, and excitement of shaping these fan-favourite antiheroes on the big screen. Whether you’re a long time Marvel fan or curious about editing ac…

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Hot Seat Friday: How to Reconnect When the Conversation Has Gone Quiet 21:21

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In this Hot Seat session, I sit down with community member Saarang Vinodh, who’s navigating a delicate challenge: reconnecting with a producer he had previously reached out to. Their last conversation seemed to close the door on potential mentorship, but now Saarang’s goals have shifted, and he’s confident this producer could help. The question is,…

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Hot Seat Friday: Trimming down and streamlining your resume to clearly tell your story 36:05

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In this Hot Seat session, I sit down with community member Brett Williams to help him refine his resume and align it with his career goals. Brett is targeting broadcast promos and marketing agencies but finds himself grappling with a resume that's overflowing with information. While he has a good sense of which experiences to emphasize, he's unsure…

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EditCon 2024: The Best in TV Comedy: 2023 CCE Award Nominees 1:30:29

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Comedy demands a mastery of pacing to make a story flow but most importantly make the audience laugh. Whether it’s solving mysteries in the coming-of-age comedy horror WEDNESDAY, the misfortunes of a dysfunctional family in MOONSHINE, the attempt to save a mediocre hockey team in SHORESY, or building a business of fake IDs with very real consequenc…