In this episode of the show, we open our new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and accessories. We give our first impressions and we explain why we got them. Thanks for listening!

Thanks for listening to Season 3 Episode 6 of The Carpe and Zen Show a podcast about filmmaking. In this episode of the show, we give an update on our latest feature (we just finished the first complete edit) and we talk about the dream studio that we are going to start building in the fall! Thanks for listening. For more, please check out our webs…

We've been busy since our last episode. Joseph and I helped our friends at Burning Bulb Productions to make their latest feature film, Faded Memories. We both acted in it and Joseph was the DP for the project. In this episode, we talk about our experience working on the film, talk about upcoming projects, and catch up on recent movies and TV shows.…

Thanks for listening to The Carpe and Zen Show! On this episode of the show, we talk about the slow process of editing our feature, Ace of Hearts, the next movie we're going to make with some friends, what we would do if we had $30,000 to buy camera equipment, and what we thought of WandaVision. Please check out our website at https://www.carpeandz…

In this episode, we talk about how Matt Workman (Cinematography Database) is using virtual production techniques (like on The Mandalorian) to make movies on a budget. We also talk about what we've been watching lately and the new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro. This is Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Carpe and Zen Show. #MattWorkman #VirtualPr…

Thanks for listening to The Carpe and Zen Show, a podcast by filmmakers for filmmakers. In this episode, we talk about our current film projects, the Golden Globe Nominations, and what we've been watching lately, including Game of Thrones.

We're back for another season! Welcome to Season 3 of The Carpe and Zen Show. In this episode, Joseph talks about what it was like cutting 25lbs in 3 weeks to play a drug dealer in the feature film, "Strange Friends" from director Gary Lee Vincent and our distribution partners, Burning Bulb Productions. Thanks for listening!…

Hey everybody! Thanks for listening to the Carpe and Zen Podcast. In this episode, we talk about the progress of our movie, Ace of Hearts, and a new documentary we're working on. We also talk about how Warner Brothers' decision to stream their 2021 movie releases the same day as their theatrical releases will affect the market and we think about wh…

Jacob and Joseph talk about all the of the upcoming movies and shows that Disney announced during their recent investor call. What are you excited to watch?

Welcome back to the Carpe and Zen Show! In this episode, we talk about what we did for Thanksgiving, Joseph's new TV, whether we need a sales agent for our feature film, Ace of Hearts, and the most recent episode of The Mandalorian. Thanks for watching and thanks for listening! This episode was recorded on November 30, 2020.…

For this Thanksgiving Week, we wanted to take some time and say thank you for the things we are most grateful for, including each of you. We also are thankful for The Mandalorian, so we talk about that and a few other things. Thanks for listening and being part of this journey! What are you thankful for?…

It's been seven days since Joseph was laid off. What's he doing with his free time? We talk about that and more in this episode.

Times are tough. During our latest episode of the podcast, Joseph reveals that he was laid off from his job. We also talk about our meeting with a movie distributor, DaVinci Resolve 17, and The Mandalorian.

On the eve of the presidential election, we talk about the first episode of season two of The Mandalorian. We also talk about everything under the sun, including a little bit about the election. Stay safe out there!

We've been doing some research lately on microphones for podcasting. A lot of people seem to think that the best mic is the Shure SM7B. We talk about that and other recent products as we think about what we should purchase in the future. What do you think?

I really want a cinema camera. I think it would be sweet. In this episode of the Carpe and Zen Show, we talk about cinema cameras, including the Panasonic Lumix BGH-1, and I try to convince Joseph to buy us a cinema camera. This is our conversation. #BGH1 #BMPCC6K #BMPCC4K #REDKomodo -----FOLLOW US----- Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/carpeandzenFac…

In this episode, we talk about editing software and hardware and dream about what our perfect video editing rig would be. What would you want in your dream editing machine?

As we consider whether to start our own film festival, we talk about a local film festival that Joseph went to last week. And, of course, we get off track and talk about movies, cameras, lenses, etc. Oh, and Joseph pitches an idea for a movie. What do you think? Should we make it?

We have a serious conversation about starting their own film festival in the Gila Valley. What do you think? Should we do it?

We talk about trailers for upcoming shows on Disney Plus then talk about the equipment someone needs to get started on YouTube.

Josephposes the question, “Should we start a film festival”?

Welcome back to the show and thanks for listening! In this episode, Joseph and Jacob talk about the controversies surrounding Disney's live-action Mulan that was released on September 4th on Disney Plus. We also talk about new diversity rules for Best Picture nominees for the Academy Awards. We hope you enjoy it!…

Welcome back to The Carpe and Zen Show! In this episode, we talk about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, upcoming movies, and some equipment we're thinking about getting. Thanks for listening! FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carpeandzen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carpeandzen Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/carpeandzen Web: ht…

Welcome back to the Carpe and Zen Show! In this episode, we talk about what we thought of the teaser for the new The Batman movie as well as our thoughts on making content for distance learning. We hope you enjoy the show!

In this episode, we talk about our experience lighting our feature film, Ace of Hearts (https://www.aceofheartsfilm.com). #podcast #filmmaking #lighting SPONSOR: Please support our sponsor, Filmmaker Merch. Filmmaker Merch celebrates the spirit of independent filmmakers. You can find our line of t-shirts and hoodies on our website: https://www.carp…

Welcome back to the show! This episode is sponsored by our clothing brand, Filmmaker Merch. Filmmaker Merch celebrates the spirit of independent filmmakers. You can find our line of t-shirts and hoodies on our website: https://www.carpeandzen.com/shop. In this episode of the show, we do a little follow up on our last episode, talk about some failur…

Jacob and Joseph talk about their filmmaking experience to this point and some of the recent cameras that have been announced to answer the question, "What do you really need in a camera?" NOTE: We originally uploaded this episode under the name, "Academy of Creators Podcast," but we decided we wanted to put it on this channel instead.…

We had a lot of fun going to the movies in 2018 and in this episode we each list our top 5 movies for the year. Want to know which ones we chose? Please listen to find out!

We tried to stream this episode to Facebook Live, but it kind of failed. The recording was fine though! We talk about our goals for 2019 for our business and why we create what we do. Thanks for listening!

Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, welcome to the Carpe and Zen Show!This is episode 8, "We Talk About Goals Eventually." And we do. We eventually talk about goals, but before that we talk about a few others topics (movies, etc.). Thanks for listening!

It's been a while, but we're glad to be back and we want to make it a regular thing! How does weekly sound? Would you listen each week? Please let us know and check out our new website at http://carpeandzen.com/cz.In this episode of The Carpe and Zen Show, Joseph is back from Mexico, we are monetized, and we have news out of Marvel. That and more o…

This week Instagram announced IGTV (Instagram TV). What is it? Please listen to find out.

We saw Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom on preview night and we recorded ourselves talking about it. Did you see the movie? I hope so because this review is full of spoilers. So, watch it then listen to what we thought. What did you think?

Now we're being hosted on Anchor! Welcome! In this episode, Jacob and Joseph talk spoilers for Avengers: Infinity War. Thanks for tuning in!

This is the audio from our live Marvel Cinematic Universe Panel at the 2018 Gila Valley Comic Con. Tell us what you think!

Here is our review right after watching Pacific Rim: Uprising. Warning: Spoilers ahead!

Here is our review of Ready Player One right after watching the Steven Spielberg movie. Tell us what you think!