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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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The Official Podcast for the Property Masters Guild. Each episode will be a frank discussion with Property Masters discussing the nitty gritty of the craft in all its glory as well as the trials and tribulations, the nuts & bolts of the craft, and conversations with other industry professionals. Nothing is off the table and the table is full. Join us! New episodes drop twice a month. Subscribe to catch them when they drop. Send us your feedback and any topic ideas at Propertymastersguild.org. The views and opinions expressed on this website are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org.

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

há 5 dias1:36:37

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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 the script to how you crew up a Property team. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Hunter Nelson - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Sarah Snyder - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'The Art of Creating Period Mail' with Elliott Boswell - Ep. #49 1:29:34

há 19 dias1:29:34

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The Art of Creating Period Mail A conversation with Property Master Elliott Boswell On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Atlanta Georgia based Property Master Elliott Boswell to discuss his experiance working on the movie "The Six Triple Eight" and what he had to go through on the 9 months of prep to create thousands of pieces of World War II era mail and packages. We also cover Elliott's years of experience working for Tyler Perry Studios and the differences it presents from an ordinary set. Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Elliott Boswell - Local 479 Property Master ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update' with Larry Zanoff - Ep. #48 1:37:53

há 5 weeks1:37:53

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IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update A conversation with Armorer and firearms expert, Larry Zanoff On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with returning guest and Armorer Larry Zanoff to discuss him being named IATSE's Official Firearms Expert and Representative for the union's Basic Agreement and his plans with the help of Local 44, the PMG, and Contract Services in further creating a industry standard when it comes to using firearms on set. Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master. Guest: Larry Zanoff - Local 44 Armorer & IATSE's Official Firearms Expert ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Second and Third Generation Property Masters' with Bill and Drew Petrotta - Ep. #47 1:39:14

há 7 weeks1:39:14

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Second and Third Generation Property Masters A conversation with Property Masters Bill and Drew Petrotta On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with father and son Property Master legends Bill and Drew Petrotta to discuss their experiences working on some of the biggest features in Hollywood and how the responsibilities of a Property Master can change depending on what Director you are working with. Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Bill Petrotta - Honorary PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Drew Petrotta PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Working on Distant Shows to Work At Home' with Susannah McCarthy - Ep. #46 1:14:37

há 9 weeks1:14:37

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Working on Distant Shows to Work at Home A conversation with Property Master Susannah McCarthy On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Philadelphia-based Local 52 PMG Property Master Susannah McCarthy to talk about her experience working on shows both in New York and Pennsylvania as a Philadelphia-based Property Master, and her return to work after taking a 10 year hiatus from the industry. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Susannah McCarthy - PMG Member & Local 52 Property Master Technical Director: Grant Hyde - Associate PMG Member & Local 44 Assistant Property Master ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Budapest's Award-Winning Props' with Balazs Kovacs and Andras Pal Szabo - Ep. #45 1:14:52

há 13 weeks1:14:52

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Budapest's Award Winning Props A conversation with Budapest local and MacGuffin Award-Winning Property Master Balazs Kovacs and Budapest Assistant Property Master Andras Pal Szabo. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with MacGuffin Award-Winning Hungarian Property Master Balazs Kovacs and Assistant Property Master Andras Pal Szabo, to discuss what it is like working on some of today's biggest blockbuster films on location in Budapest including Academy Award-Winning Film 'Poor Things,' 'Blade Runner 2049,' and 'Dune.' Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Balazs Kovacs - PMG Member & Macguffin Award Winning Property Master. and Andras Pal Szabo - Assistant Property Master ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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PMG Presents: Being a Property Master in Film and Television - Recorded Live from LA Comic Con 2024 1:16:26

há 14 weeks1:16:26

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Recorded LIVE from the LA Convention Center at LA Comic Con 2024. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion featuring three Property Master legends to discuss what it is to be a Property Master in Film and Television. Hosted by Angela O'Neill, PMG Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master. This panel discussion includes: Chris Call, PMG Founder and Property Master of the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood , Brooklyn 99 , Winning Time , and American Pie . Hope Parrish, PMG Founder and Property Master of Django Unchained , The Curious Case of Benjamin Button , X-Men: First Class , and The Aviator . Emily Ferry, PMG Founding Member and Property Master of Raging Bull , On Golden Pond , Matilda , How the Grinch Stole Christmas , and Memoirs of a Geisha . Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at : info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on social media for more cool prop content! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'The Full Time Day Player' with Paul Baker - Ep. #44 1:49:22

há 15 weeks1:49:22

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The Full Time Day Player A conversation with Prop Assistant and friend of all Property Masters, Paul Baker. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Prop Assistant and friend of all Property Masters, Paul Baker, to discuss his experience working so many years as a day player for dozens of different Property Masters, and what it takes to be a good day player who gets called back continuously. Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Paul Baker - Film Maker & Local 44 Prop Assistant ----more---- To find more information on Paul Baker and his production services visit the following websites. Goldenhorseshoeent.com paulbakerfilmmaker.com instagram: goldenhorseshoeent Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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PMG Presents: Marvel's Property Master Panel - Recorded Live from LA Comic Con 2024 1:19:52

há 16 weeks1:19:52

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Recorded LIVE from the LA Convention Center at LA Comic Con 2024. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion Featuring Russell Bobbitt on Propping Marvel Movies. Hosted by Craig Rose, PMG Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master. This panel discussion includes: Russell Bobbitt, PMG Member and Property Master of the Iron Man, Thor, The Avengers, and many more Marvel films and television shows. Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at : info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on social media for more cool prop content! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_ThePMG Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_thepmg ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Prop Jobs That Are Already Your Hobby' with Dean Eilertson - Ep. #43 1:25:31

há 17 weeks1:25:31

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Prop Jobs That are Already Your Hobby A conversation with Property Master Dean Eilertson, PMG On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Vancouver Property Master Dean Eilertson to discuss coming up in the Canadian film industry as a rock climber and scuba diver and how having those skills and hobbies came in handy on certain shows he picked to work on. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Jeffrey Johnson - PMG President & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Dean Eilertson - PMG Member & Vancouver IATSE Local 891 Property Master. Technical Director: Remy De La Mora - Associate PMG Member ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Earl Hays Press, The World's Oldest Prop House' with Keith, Martin and Kim - Ep. #42 1:04:41

há 19 weeks1:04:41

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Earl Hays Press - The Worlds Oldest Prop House A conversation with Earl Hayes Press Co-Owners Keith Hernandez and Martin Armenta, with Art Department Manager Kim Berens. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with longtime Property Department partners & supporters Earl Hays Press owners to discuss the history behind the oldest prop house in the world, and what they have had to do to survive after all these years through various ups and downs in the film industry. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master. Guest: Keith Hernandez - Co-Owner of Earl Hays Press, Martin Armenta - Co-Owner of Earl Hays Press and Kim Berens - Art Dept. Manager at Earl Hays Press. ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'The Bear in Chicago' with Laura Roeper - Ep. #41 1:09:18

há 21 weeks1:09:18

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The Bear - Propping in Chicago A conversation with Property Master Laura Roeper, PMG On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Laura Roeper to discuss what it is like to work in props in Chicago. She also details her experience Property Mastering on a food centric show like "The Bear" and the challenges that come with it. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Laura Roeper - PMG Member & Chicago-Based Local 476 Property Master. ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'New England's Distance Hire' with Heidi Koleto and Brooks Fairley - Ep. #40 1:25:16

há 23 weeks1:25:16

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New England's Distance Hire A conversation with Property Master Heidi Koleto, PMG and Assistant Property Master Brooks Fairley. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Heidi Koleto and Truck Assistant Property Master Brooks Fairley to discuss the duties of a truck person. We also discuss Heidi's experience working back to back shows over the past 4 years in New England as a distance hire and figuring out how to gain the trust of the local crew. Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Secretary & Local 44 Property Master and Lauren Shell - PMG Vice President & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Heidi Koleto - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Brooks Fairley - PMG Associate Member and Local 44 Assistant Property Master. ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Creating Props' with Wētā Workshop - Ep. #39 1:22:31

há 25 weeks1:22:31

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Creating Props A conversation with Danielle Prestidge and Lans Hansen from Wētā Workshop. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Danielle and Lans from New Zealand Based PMG Sponsor Wētā Workshop to talk about their experiences working with Property Masters to help manufacture and build Specialty Props on countless movies around the world. From more information on Wētā Workshop please visit https://www.wetaworkshop.com/ Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master with Michael Trudel - PMG Secretary & Local 44 Property Master Guest: Danielle Prestidge - Head of Business Development for creative Services at Wētā Workshop and Lans Hansen Art Director in Manufacturing at Wētā Workshop. ----more---- Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/ You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content! https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/ ----more---- *The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--…

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'Having Trust in Your Property Master' with Lynda Reiss - Ep. #38 1:51:08

há 27 weeks1:51:08