In this episode of This Dude Started Something, Oliver and Brayden sit down with filmmaker, drone pilot, editor, and co-founder of Appian Media, Craig Dehut. Craig and his team are on a mission to bring biblical history to life through stunning documentaries filmed on location across Israel, Egypt, Turkey, and more.
Appian Media creates high-quality, biblically accurate video content that’s completely free and accessible to anyone around the world. From the story of Jesus to the seven churches of Revelation and the path of the Exodus, Craig shares how they bring scripture off the page and into real landscapes that make the Bible feel tangible, real, and relevant.
The guys dive into:
- The wild story of how Appian Media started with a Kickstarter campaign
- What it’s like filming in war-torn countries with a camera crew and drones
- Navigating international permits and nearly getting gear confiscated
- Craig’s favorite spiritual “wow” moments while standing where Jesus once walked
- The real impact these documentaries have had—especially with young people and new believers
- How visual storytelling and new formats (like short-form video) are shaping the future of faith-based content
They also get into drone licenses, traveling light, creating curriculum for schools, vertical video headaches, and why Appian Media might just become the Marvel Cinematic Universe of the Bible.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to turn biblical storytelling into a career—or how faith and filmmaking can change lives—this episode is for you.
Where to Find Craig & Appian Media
Website: appianmedia.org
YouTube: Appian Media on YouTube
Podcasts: Search “Appian Media” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen
Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Shorts: @AppianMedia
Want to connect directly? Use the contact form on their website—it goes straight to Craig and the team.
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