Beyond Stereo: The Dolby Atmos Podcast
A podcast for all but especially creatives about immersive storytelling using technologies such as Dolby Atmos to better immerse audiences. With host Dan Bucknell ,explore the many industries with a modern approach to creating immersion in the art forms we love today! From musical artists, filmmakers and storytellers all the way to audio engineers, Dolby Atmos professionals, Spatial Audio and other emerging technologies, we aim to inform and inspire you to craft powerful imagery, incredible audio soundscapes and beautiful emotional experiences to tell the stories you were born to tell.
Episodes
In this episode, we’re joined by acclaimed Australian filmmaker Matthew Holmes, the director behind the gripping revenge thriller The Cost, the historically rich bushranger epic The Legend of Ben Hall, and numerous other powerful independent films.
Matthew brings a wealth of experience in storytelling, practical filmmaking, and navigating the Australian film industry from concept to distribution. We dive into his creativ...
Jonny Sonic (Jonathon Murphy) is a multi-platinum producer, DJ, and founding member of The Potbelleez, best known for their hits “Don’t Hold Back” and “Are You with Me”. With multiple ARIA nominations and APRA awards, his signature sound helped shape Australia’s electro-house scene.
Beyond performing, Jonny is the creator of MusicDNA, a unique mentoring program that helps artists discover their true creative identity. Hi...
Tony Joy is a seasoned music technologist and the Vice President of Business Development & Creative Services at Sound Particles, a pioneering 3D audio software company. With a rich background in music engineering, Tony has collaborated with industry legends like A.R. Rahman and contributed to over two dozen feature films and 250+ mainstream songs.
At Sound Particles, Tony plays a pivotal role in expanding the compa...
Anthony Rodriguez is a Dolby Atmos-certified mixer, composer, and producer based in New Jersey with over two decades of experience in the industry. His immersive audio work in recent years spans Netflix, Telemundo, Discovery+, and Fox Sports, blending precision with creativity across music and media.
As founder of Walk Sound Studio, Anthony specialises in Dolby Atmos mixing, film scoring, and modern production, deliverin...
Michael O’Halloran is an accomplished Australian writer, director, and editor, best known for his feature film Space/Time—a compelling sci-fi drama that weaves together themes of love, regret, and the nature of time itself.
With a strong background in both independent film and television, Michael has carved out a reputation for crafting emotionally grounded stories within high-concept frameworks.
His work balances visual ...
This week’s guest is Justin Gray, a visionary immersive audio engineer, producer, composer, and founder of Justin Gray Sound in Toronto. A true pioneer in spatial audio, Justin has been at the forefront of Dolby Atmos and immersive music technology since its early adoption, helping shape the way we experience music in three dimensions.
We explore Justin’s remarkable career journey — from working as a traditional mixer an...
This week’s guest is Justin Gray, a visionary immersive audio engineer, producer, composer, and founder of Justin Gray Sound in Toronto. A true pioneer in spatial audio, Justin has been at the forefront of Dolby Atmos and immersive music technology since its early adoption, helping shape the way we experience music in three dimensions.
Justin’s passion for innovation also shines through in his own creative work, includin...
This week’s guest is Dr. Mike Trubetskov — a Russian-Australian audio engineer, producer, and creative force blending science, emotion, and precision. With a PhD in hand and a studio built on passion, Mike has carved out a reputation for delivering heavy, high-impact productions with surgical clarity and immersive depth.
We unpack his journey from Russia to Australia, how his academic background informs his sonic philoso...
This weeks guest is Justin Melson, a visionary artist who has seamlessly blended his early work in visual effects with his evolving storytelling style. Starting out in the world of VFX, Justin honed his craft creating stunning visuals before stepping behind the camera to direct and produce his own films.
We explore his early experiences on projects like Angora Road and The Last Hotspot, where his unique understanding of ...
Matt Wickens is a highly skilled audio professional and dedicated mental health advocate based in Australia. With extensive experience at various studios, Matt has honed his expertise in sound engineering and production, contributing to a diverse range of music and film projects.
Beyond his technical skills, he is a passionate Men's Coach and Community Manager at Mindfit Men's Movement, where he focus...
Jack the Bear (A.K.A Tony Mantz) is a legendary mastering engineer and the founder of Deluxe Mastering in Melbourne, with over four decades of experience. Known for his exceptional touch across genres, Jack has mastered albums for some of Australia’s top acts, including Xavier Rudd, You Am I, Silverchair, The Avalanches, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and Augie March.
His work is characterised by a deep respect ...
Luke C. Jackson is an Australian writer, filmmaker, and graphic novelist celebrated for his ability to craft rich, thought-provoking stories across various mediums.
Luke is known for producing multiple published works including 'The Unclaimed', 'Summer's End', 'Robotales', 'Sleeper' and 'Code Name Sara Gray'.
He is also the author of the critically...
Nick Kozakis is a director, editor, and graphic artist at Visible Studios. He is an award-winning, four-time Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Music Video Awards and Australian Directors Guild (ADG) nominated director, helming projects with some of Australia's most talented creatives.
Nick most recently directed his feature film, GODLESS: THE EASTFIELD EXORCISM, which has been acquired for N...
Dia Taylor is an independent filmmaker based in Melbourne, Australia, who specialises in Directing, Writing, and Producing.
Dia was also nominated for best cinematography for her work on Nathan Hill’s short ‘Vampire Hooker Hotel’ by Stuff MX: Festival de cine bizarro en Ciudad de Mexico.
Taylor is also known for producing the feature films; ‘Wanda and Sully’, ‘How Deep is the Ocean’, 'CCTV Nasty&a...
Sumantri Limin is a music producer and audio engineer from Indonesia who loves all things audio! He takes us through how he started his career in the industry, explores some of the equipment and tools we use in the studio and provides a deep dive into Dolby Atmos workflows for Spatial audio with host, Dan Bucknell.
Have a listen to our previous episodes out now!
We also have lots of exciting guests coming up...
Andrew Osano is an American film and game score composer with a passion for immersive storytelling using musical and sound design elements. With host, Dan Bucknell, they discuss how he crafts his cues with immersive technologies such as Dolby Atmos and surround sound to immerse audiences in narratives.
Featured during: "The Sylvan Sprite" composed by Andrew Osano (mixed by Dan Bucknell)
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