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Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsThe Man Preparing Hollywood for the Future, Yves Bergquist of ETC and CortoAI🎙️ Meet the Man Shaping Hollywood's Future In this season finale of Technically Creative, Orlando Wood sits down with Yves Bergquist — Director of the AI & Media Project at USC’s Entertainment Technology Center (where every major studio, from Warner Bros. to Netflix to Sony, collaborates on the future of storytelling), and CEO of Corto AI, a company decoding the narrative DNA of films, ads, and media. Yves is one of Hollywood’s leading voices in AI — helping the industry understand how technology, data, and culture intersect. But this conv...
2025-11-041h 01Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsWhy Modern Athletes Must Be Creators: Lessons from Max Fleming and the Savannah BananasIf you’re a creative company looking to future-proof your business, book a free consultation call at https://koobriklabs.com/contact/ In this episode of Technically Creative, Orlando Wood speaks with Max Fleming, founder of Motive LA, who represents standout athletes and creators—exploring how NIL deals, TikTok, and entertainment-first sports are reshaping the trajectory of modern athletic careers. From repping the iconic Savannah Bananas players as they sell out Fenway Park to shaping the brand of creators like the Pointer Brothers, Max is at the crossroads of sports, entertainment, and the creator economy...
2025-09-2356 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsHollywood’s AI Classroom: Verena Puhm on Dream Lab LAIf you’re a creative company looking to future-proof your business, book a free consultation call at https://koobriklabs.com/contact/ In this episode of Technically Creative, Orlando Wood sits down with Verena Puhm — Head of Studio at Dream Lab LA, the R&D arm of Luma AI, and a writer-producer-director turned AI pioneer. Verena shares how she went from independent filmmaking — a world constrained by gatekeepers, budgets, and slow-moving studios — to helping shape the very AI tools that will define the next era of filmmaking. At Dream Lab LA, she and her team work directly...
2025-09-1646 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsInfinite Content: Doug Shapiro on Media in the Age of DisruptionIn this episode of Technically Creative, Orlando Wood sits down with Doug Shapiro — former Wall Street analyst, Time Warner strategist, author of the upcoming book Infinite Content, and one of the most respected media futurists in the business. With more than three decades studying disruption across Wall Street, Hollywood, and Silicon Valley, Doug unpacks the tectonic shifts reshaping entertainment today: from the fall of cable bundles and Hollywood studios to the rise of the creator economy, YouTube, and generative AI. Doug reveals why media’s old playbook no longer works, and why the future won’t just...
2025-08-2149 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsBehind Reality TV’s Biggest Hits: Jeff Jenkins on Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian, and Storytelling That Sells In this episode of Technically Creative, Orlando Wood sits down with Jeff Jenkins; Founder and President of Jeff Jenkins Productions, and the producer behind The Simple Life, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Bling Empire, and Hulu’s Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, to unpack the craft of reality TV from the man who helped define it. From creating Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie’s comedic playground to capturing the Kardashian family’s transformation into a billion-dollar brand, Jeff shares the instincts, casting secrets, and creative pivots that have kept him at the top of the game for over tw...
2025-08-0544 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsFrom Love Island to The Crown: Inside Spain's Production RevolutionIn this episode of Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs, Orlando Wood sits down with Mike Day, CEO of Palma Pictures, to unpack what it really takes to run one of Europe’s top production service companies. Mike shares the story behind Palma Pictures’ growth from its roots in Mallorca to a major player across Spain and Portugal – helping studios, production houses, and brands bring complex creative visions to life. From doubling Spain as every country under the sun for The Crown to pioneering the production logistics behind reality juggernauts like Love Island, Mike offers a masterclass in creative problem...
2025-06-0349 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsHollywood is Dying: Inside Stay in LAIn this episode of Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs, Orlando speaks with Pamala Buzick Kim – creative producer, entrepreneur, and community organizer – about her work championing inclusion behind the camera and fighting to keep production jobs in Los Angeles. Pamala reflects on her career journey from repping top-tier directors to launching tech platforms for creative talent, and how her role as a “bridge between art and commerce” has taken her from ad agencies to advocacy. She shares how Free the Bid evolved into Free the Work, why representation in production still lags behind, and what it takes to shift the need...
2025-05-2750 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsEpic Fails in Film, Media, and Advertising – Stories From the Cutting Room FloorAs we near the end of Season One, we’re doing something different. In this special compilation episode, host Orlando Wood revisits one of the most revealing questions he asks every guest: What’s the biggest f**k-up you’ve ever made — and what did you learn from it? From feature directors to post-production heads, casting giants to brand leaders at Google, this episode is a raw, funny, and unexpectedly moving look at the failures that shaped some of the most respected voices in the creative industries. What starts as a con...
2025-05-2135 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsYou Can't Automate Taste: Editing, AI, and Creative SurvivalIn this episode, Orlando Wood sits down with Jane Dilworth – co-founder of the award-winning post-production company Work Editorial – for a wide-ranging, honest conversation on longevity, leadership, and the invisible art of editing. From navigating the shift to remote collaboration during lockdown to building a post house grounded in trust and shared ownership, Jane shares what it really takes to run a world-class editorial company for over 20 years. They explore the subtle dance between director and agency, the editor’s role as storyteller and diplomat, and why real creative magic happens when ego steps aside. This episod...
2025-05-131h 11Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsWhen Production is Paramount: How Superbloom Rebuilt the Creative PipelineIn this episode, Orlando speaks with Tom Dunlap, Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of Superbloom House — a creative collective, agency, and production company built for a new era of content creation. With a background that spans Wieden+Kennedy, RSA Films, and 72andSunny, Tom shares how Superbloom emerged during the pandemic with a simple but powerful goal: to bring the best parts of entertainment and advertising into one cohesive, culture-first ecosystem. They discuss the power of putting producers at the center, why Superbloom doesn’t separate art from commerce, and how to build fast, secure, scalable production without sacr...
2025-05-0646 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsHacking The Heart: Creative Technologist on Emotional Digital Intelligence, Omar KarimIn this week’s episode, Orlando sits down with AI Creative Technologist (Ex Meta, Ex R/GA, Ex Anomaly) and artist Omar Karim to explore the messy, playful, and sometimes deeply personal intersection of human emotion and machine intelligence. Omar, whose unconventional career has taken him from groundbreaking ad agencies to leading creative tech at Meta, discusses the art of experimentation – why it’s the secret sauce in a world of generative AI, and how he’s turned tools meant for productivity into vessels for performance art and emotional exploration. The conversation delves into Omar’s viral “Mum AI” proj...
2025-04-2953 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsMaking Noise: Creative Production for the Age of Everywhere with Dav Karbassioun, Magna StudiosIn this episode, Orlando speaks with Dav Karbassioun, CEO and Co-Founder of Magna Studios, about the shifting tides in production and what it takes to build a creative company that thrives across disciplines – without losing the humanity that creates it. With a background spanning global advertising agencies and leading production companies, Dav shares how Magna is reimagining the role of the producer in a world where commercials, features, music videos, and branded content all blur together. He reflects on his journey from BBH to Pulse Films, and now Magna, where the mission is simple: let the work be y...
2025-04-2244 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsOppenheimer Casting Director: The New Rules of CastingIn this episode of the KoobrikLabs Podcast, Orlando Wood sits down with casting legends John Papsidera and Kim Winther, the team behind Oppenheimer, Tenet, Yellowstone, and the upcoming Superman, to unpack how casting is evolving in a world of data, algorithms, and digital disruption. John and Kim share how their work balances artistic instinct with industry demands, championing vulnerable, human performances while navigating the growing influence of AI, self-tapes, and international box office data. They discuss the shift from in-person auditions to global casting via video, the tension between creative freedom and financing pressures, and why empathy, pres...
2025-04-1553 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsTechnicolor's Legacy: A Post-Production Veteran’s Take on the Future of VFXIn this episode of the KoobrikLabs podcast, Orlando Wood sits down with Lee Pavey, founder of Electric Theatre Collective and Vice President at The Hogan, to talk about the economics, emotion, and enduring craft behind post-production – and why it might be the creative industry’s canary in the coal mine. Lee reflects on his journey from sketching during lunch breaks at M&S to becoming a key figure at legendary post houses like The Mill and co-founding one of the most culturally influential VFX studios in London. With characteristic warmth and insight, he discusses what made places like...
2025-04-081h 06Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsThe Future of Filmmaking: AI, Human Emotion, and Visual Storytelling with Eran CreevyThe Future of Filmmaking: AI, Human Emotion, and Visual Storytelling In this episode of the KoobrikLabs Podcast, Orlando speaks with filmmaker and writer-director Eran Creevy about the creative chaos, craft, and collaboration behind modern filmmaking – from music videos and commercials to major feature films and Netflix hits like The Gentleman. Eran shares how growing up in a working-class household, absorbing ‘90s action movies, and starting out as a runner shaped his storytelling instincts and visual style. The conversation explores the evolution of his career, lessons from high-pressure directing environments, and the collaborative dynamics of working with...
2025-04-0153 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsAI, Creativity, and Production at Scale, Kate Morrison, Global Head of Production at GoogleIn this episode of the KoobrikLabs podcast, Orlando Wood speaks with Kate Morrison, Global Head of Production for Products and Services at Google, about the evolving role of AI in creative workflows, production, and marketing strategy. Kate shares her journey from political science at Georgetown to leading global production at Google, reflecting on the unique path that took her through Amsterdam’s advertising world to some of the biggest creative operations in the industry. She provides insights into how AI is shaping content production, from automation in workflows to personalized marketing at scale. Beyond AI, th...
2025-03-2541 minTechnically Creative by KoobrikLabs
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabsStreet Art, Auctions & NFTs: How Tech Is Transforming the Art World, Ralph Taylor, Head of Contemporary Art at BonhamsIn this episode of the KoobrikLabs podcast, Orlando Wood speaks with Ralph Taylor, Global Head of 20th and 21st Century Art at Bonhams, about the intersection of street art, technology, and the global art market. Ralph shares his journey from Sotheby’s to the Lazarides Gallery – home to Banksy, JR, and Invader – before returning to the auction world to lead Bonhams’ contemporary art division. He reflects on the early street art movement, its crossover into mainstream culture, and the tensions between authenticity, commercialization, and legacy. The conversation delves into how blockchain and NFTs could reshape art auth...
2025-03-2558 min