Denoised
VP Land
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
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Jan 10, 2026 • 34min
CES 2026: Fuji's Fake 8mm Camera, LEGO Smart Bricks, Atlas Robot, and More
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.
Jan 2, 2026 • 39min
2026 Predictions: What's Coming for AI Filmmaking
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.
Dec 30, 2025 • 38min
Welcome to the Denoisies: Our 2025 AI Awards Show
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.
Dec 22, 2025 • 23min
AI Roundup: Qwen Layers + Kling Animator + Wan 2.6 (Nobody's on Holiday)
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.
Dec 16, 2025 • 16min
How To: Hybrid AI & Live Action Filmmaking Tutorial (Nano Banana Pro, Kling, Wan, Resolve)
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.
Dec 12, 2025 • 30min
McDonald's AI Christmas Ad Pulled After Massive Backlash
Disney invests $1B in OpenAI, allowing Sora to use Disney characters in videos. Plus, we dissect the McDonald's Netherlands AI ad controversy, analyze OpenAI's new image models codenamed Chestnut and Hazelnut, and explore sync's react-1 tool for modifying character performances.--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.
Dec 4, 2025 • 37min
Kling O1, Seedream 4.5, Z-image: AI's Biggest Week
Addy and Joey analyze Kling O1's superior video modification capabilities versus Runway Aleph, Z-Image's emergence as an open-source alternative to proprietary image models, and Seedream 4.5's unique batch generation feature. Plus, they compare new releases from Runway Gen-4.5, LTX Retake, FLUX.2, and TwelveLabs' Morengo 3.0.--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.
Nov 30, 2025 • 33min
Animating Characters with Wan 2.2 AND Wan 2.5
Addy and Joey dive into AI animation workflows using ComfyUI, demonstrating how to transform static images into dynamic characters using Wan 2.5 and Wan 2.2 Animate. --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.
Nov 24, 2025 • 28min
Nano Banana Pro, Meta's New SAM 3D, and World Labs!
Joey and Addy dive into Google's Nano Banana Pro, testing its enhanced 4K resolution outputs, text accuracy, and superior relighting capabilities compared to other models. They also explore Meta's SAM 3D for instant 3D model creation and World Labs' Marble launch for virtual production environments.--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.
Nov 16, 2025 • 40min
Comfy Cloud, AI Camera Control, Nano Banana 2 and more AI updates
This week, Addy and Joey dive into the Nano Banana 2 leaks and their potential implications for media authenticity. Then we explore Comfy Cloud's powerful browser-based workflow ($20/month for 8 GPU hours daily), Veo 3.1's new camera controls, and real-time AI video manipulation that's bringing unprecedented control to creators. Plus: Figma acquires Weavy, ByteDance launches affordable video upscaling, and practical AI tools that are transforming post-production workflows.--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.
