The Cams Channel
Each week, host Tony Holt sits down with professionals from the worlds of television, video, and live events to share real stories from behind the scenes. From career journeys and road stories to hard-earned lessons and practical advice, these candid conversations offer a window into the lives of those who keep the show rolling. On The Cams Channel Podcast, we dive into the highs and lows of working in production—discussing work/life balance, learning from mistakes, staying safe on set, and what it really takes to make great shows happen. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about the people behind the lens, there's something here for you.
Episodes
We are talking with Nashville based lighting designer and director Mark Carver this week on the show! Upon completing his B. A. degree in Mass Communications with emphasis in TV production and lighting design, Mark began working at the recently launched cable channel TNN: The Nashville Network. He was a staff lighting director at TNN for 16 years, working on many show formats, including entertainment, music, comedy, cooking and ga...
Nic Dugger is a 14-time Emmy Award-winning television producer and founder of TNDV: Television, a premier provider of mobile production facilities. A Jackson, Tennessee native, Nic began his career at 12 and honed his craft at Middle Tennessee State University, where he earned two Student Emmy nominations.
We discuss his work with the JASON Project which led to a staff producer role with MediaArts for National Geographic, contribut...
Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his craft. Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections on the art of cinematography.
Tune in to this engaging episode of The Cams Channel for an in-depth look at the ...
Director of Photography and Camera Operator Lawrence Boothby shares insights from his extensive career in film and television. We delve into Boothby's favorite projects, exploring the stories behind notable productions and the evolution of his craft. Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections on the art of cinematography.
Tune in to this engaging episode of The Cams Channel for an in-depth look at the ...
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Isaac Shaw is a Television Truck Engineer In Charge with Game Creek Video. We discuss his diverse college career and finding his path to video systems engineering. Isaac shares stories from The World Series, The Masters Golf Tournament, The Super Bowl, and his work with NHRA Drag Racing on Fox Sports. Standby for some bonus content later this week, where Issac takes us through a typical “Day In The Life of a TV Truck EIC.”
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Tony Reyes is a Nashville based Steadicam and Trinity 2 Owner / Operator. We discuss his college career, starting freelance work, and taking the leap of faith in purchasing his first Steadicam rig. We talk about his career as a Steadicam operator and lessons learned. Later this week, standby for some bonus content about building a Steadicam and shot inspiration.
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Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director. We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV. Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99, NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and more shows.
Watch: Rock Goes to College: AC/DC
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Don Carr is a Nashville based Multicam Director. We talk about his work in college which let to his first jobs in TV. Don shares about directing at Woodstock '99, NFL games, The Grand Ole Opry, and how he moved on more and more shows.
Watch: Rock Goes to College: AC/DC
Watch Don's Work:
Watch: Joe Bonamassa - "Beyond The Silence"
Watch: Skyville Live: Steve Earle - "Copperhead Road"
Watch: HAR...
Kathryn Russ is a Nashville based Producer, Editor, and Director. We discuss her diverse career and highlights from along the way. We discuss how being organized and having a game plan creates the opportunity for creativity.
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We talk with television broadcast engineer Mark Duvall. Mark gives us unique insights into the “customer service” side of of the business, that goes beyond making the TV truck work. We also talk about the art of troubleshooting, asking for the time you need, and earning trust.
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Daniel Sanders is a Video Shader who as worked on all kinds of shows over the years! We discuss how he got his first job in media at a radio station, getting experience with live shows in college, progressing into lighting, working with WWF Wrestling and eventually finding his way into Television. He shares about working with, and learning from the best in the business.
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Friend of the show, Mike King returns! This time, Mike shares more great stories about a Nashville crew that tracked a NASA satellite with a bowling ball, pranks at The Nashville Network, and other great memories from his career.
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We take a look back at our first episodes with one of my favorite questions that I get to ask my guests: "What position on a show do you have the most respect for?"
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This week we are keeping calm in the chaos with Stage Manager, Chuck Shockley. Chuck shares about how he hit the ground running in TV working a variety of positions, and eventually finding his way to stage managing. Chuck shares about the importance of listening, and staying calm in the chaos of live TV.
Watch: Fandango on TNN
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Watch: Stage turntable breaks on 1994 CMA Awards Asl...
David Lewis is a freelance Television Camera Operator based in Nashville, Tennessee. We discuss getting started in Chattanooga, moving to Nashville, working as a Video Utility and transitioning to Camera Operator. David shares stories from the CMA Awards, The Nashville Predators, and several other great shows!
Watch: The Passion Live | New Orleans 2016.
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This week with chat with Sam Roberts of .MOV Media. We discuss his time in Florida learning different show positions, running the jib, and moving to Nashville. We also talk about the importance of core values, little moments, and starting his company .MOV Media. Finally, we get to talk about one of his latest projects with KING + COUNTRY that debuts in theaters this week!
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This week we continue the conversation with Tech Manager Joe Foster. We discuss his many years and rolls in the business. Joe has worked as Lighting Designer, Staging Supervisor, Key Grip, Stage Manager, and much more. We talk about how he got started in the business, and some incredible stories along the way.
Watch: Metallica at The Concert for Valor (@ 22:02 you can see the delay screens.)
Watch: Limp Bizkit at Wo...
This week we are talking with Tech Manager Joe Foster. We discuss his many years and rolls in the business. Joe has worked as Lighting Designer, Staging Supervisor, Key Grip, Stage Manager, and much more. We talk about how he got started in the business, and some incredible stories along the way.
Watch: Reba McEntire on "The Road"
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