The Filming with Josh Podcast

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses seven new clauses he’s recently added to his video contracts. Josh has previously made episodes about his contracts (see Ep. 16 for video contacts and Ep. 64 for video rights) and has also featured his attorney on the podcast where they talked all about contracts for video(see Ep. 67). But, in this new episode the Rustic River DP talks about his most recent additions to his contracts, why he added these new terms, and how they will help him moving forward. If you are in the video industry and are wanting additional tips for beefing up your contracts, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan gives his take on the current state of the video industry. Josh talks about how budgets and crew sizes are changing, along client expectations. The Rustic River DP also discusses how the barrier of entry for video has effected the industry as a whole before then giving his thoughts on the surge of AI. Josh then wraps up the podcast by discussing what you can do to survive this ever evolving industry if you’re panning to stay in it for the long haul. Whether you’re new to video or are just starting out, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about image stabilization. Image stabilization comes in several forms, such as IBIS or lens IS, and it can be useful to a certain degree. But, in this episode Josh breaks down why image stabilization should be avoided whenever possible and how learning to shoot without it will help you not only grow as a shooter, but will also help you to capture more natural or organic looking footage. Whether you’re new to video or are a seasoned professional, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives into the shocking news that Nikon has officially acquired RED. Josh starts the podcast off by giving his thoughts on RED as a company before diving into why Nikon may have purchased RED, what this means for both companies, and what this could do to the camera industry as a whole. This podcast is largely pure speculation, but does bring up some interesting thoughts on what could happen next. Whether you’re a RED owner, a Nikon owner, or just someone who’s interested in what’s going on in the world of cinema cameras, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Josh Haygood from Bandito Films. Josh is a multi-time Emmy award winning producer and cinematographer from New York who has been in the video business for 20 years. Josh currently works as an Executive Producer with Bandito Films and has an extensive background working with MTV amongst various other television shows, commercial video projects, professional photography and more. In this podcast, the two Josh’s discuss Haygood’s start to his career as a photographer for the UN before then diving into his time working at MTV. Josh then talks about current work before wrapping up with what camera equipment he runs today. Whether you’re in the video business or are just someone who’s interested in learning more about the industry, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes back Jerred Eversole from Deep Fork Productions. Jerred and Josh talk briefly about the world of freelancing in the outdoor industry before then diving into Jerred’s brand new website, www.outdoorfreelancers.com. Outdoor Freelancers is a place where both freelancers and agencies can create profiles to get matched for video, photo, editing, or writing jobs specifically in the outdoor hunting and fishing industries. On this innovative new website, freelancers can showcase who they are, their equipment, their experience, and their day rates while agencies can create job postings along what the requirements are for that specific job. Jerred’s goal is to make the process of hiring freelancers easy for both parties and in this episode he walks us through the entire website. So if you’re a freelancer in the outdoor industry, or if you’re someone who’s looking for freelancers to hire, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives deep into the world of lavaliere microphones. Josh kicks off the podcast by discussing the major characteristics to look for when shopping for a lav mic before then breaking down the pros and cons of over a dozen professional lapels that are popular today. From SPL ratings and dynamic range to water resistant mics and more, the Rustic River DP covers it all in this information heavy podcast. So if you’re in the market for a new lapel mic, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan interviews director Joshua Dixon. Joshua is originally from Forth Worth, Texas, but now owns and operates multiple video production companies in Thailand. Joshua recently directed his first feature film that launched globally on January 12, 2024, called Hellhound. In this episode, the two Joshes briefly talk about Dixon’s career, how he ended up in Thailand, and the multiple companies he runs there before then diving into the making of Hellhound. Joshua talks about the script, the crew, the cast, some of the equipment they used, challenges they faced, and lessons he learned. If you want to get the most of out this podcast, be sure to watch Hellhound on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, or Vudu.

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives deep into 2023, discussing changes and improvements he made to himself, his family, and his business. Josh kicks off the podcast by talking about some of the tougher moments of 2023 and how that affected him throughout the year. He then dives into life changes or improvements that happened in 2023 before jumping into things he did to improve his network, lessons he learned, improvements in his work, and lastly, what equipment he bought throughout the year. 2024 starts today which means a New Year with new challenges and hopefully new ways to improve yourself personally and professionally. So if you’re in the video business and are looking to hear one man’s challenges and improvements from the past year, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about wireless audio gear. The Rustic River DP kicks off the episode by discussing the difference between UHF and 2.4 GHz systems before then diving into things to look for when purchasing a wireless kit. Josh also discusses rechargeable vs interchangeable batteries, body pack mics, plug-on transmitters, handheld mics, headset mics, aftermarket lapels, why you would want to buy different colored lapels, what frequency ranges to buy, and more. Buying into a wireless audio system can feel like a daunting task if you’re not sure where to start, so if you’re a videographer in need of some wireless gear, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses why he sees value in sticking with one brand of camera for video work. Knowing how to operate a variety of cameras is important as you never know when you’ll need to run a different brand of camera than you normally work with. But, sticking to one brand as an owner/operator can help you be a better shooter. In this episode, the Rustic River DP explains why. So if you’re a camera owner/operator, this podcast is for you!

On episode 100 of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses the importance of finding your lane. Determining your lane is an important step in running a successful video or photo business. Knowing where to focus your time and money in order to find your ideal client is an essential step in growing your career. In this episode, the Rustic River DP breaks down why. So if you’re in the video or photo industry, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan breaks down two truths and a lie that have to do with having a career in video production. From the outside looking in, it’s easy to have a perception about what you think it’s like for people who make videos for a living. Some of those perceptions are true, some aren’t. In episode 99, Josh presents two perceptions that he believes are true and one that he thinks is a misconception when it comes to having a career in video. If you’re in the video industry, or even if you’re someone who’s just curious what it’s like, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan walks you through how to shoot better interviews. From location scouting to sound, lighting, camera and lens choice, as well as how to work with talent, Josh covers everything you need to think about when it comes to filming interviews. Interviews are the backbone to many projects and learning how to shoot great interviews is important for a successful career in video. In this episode you’ll gain a lot of insight into how Josh approaches his interview projects and how he decides where to film, how to film, what mics or lights to use, and more. So if you’re a videographer, DP, or camera operator of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about dynamic range, what it is and whether or not it matters in video. In this podcast the Rustic River DP first explains how to set proper exposure using middle gray and IRE values before then diving into what a stop of light means. Josh next discusses how to use stops of light to measure dynamic range and what dynamic range really is before finally wrapping up with whether or not dynamic range matters in video production. This is a pretty informative podcast that will leave you understanding more about how you can better expose your images, so if you’re a videographer, DP, or camera operator of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses the newly announced Sony BURANO. In last week’s episode, Josh and guest Kyle Bamberger discussed the BURANO and what they thought the camera would be. Josh follows up that podcast by breaking down the now announced BURANO, what it is, what it is priced, what all features it has, and who this camera is aimed at. If you’re a DP who’s in the market for a mid to high-end cinema camera, or if you’re just a gear head who loves to talk shop, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan and guest Kyle Bamberger talk about five new pieces of camera gear that have recently been released or announced. Josh and Kyle start the podcast off by discussing two products that were released the day of recording this episode, the Formatt Hitech Bloom Gold diffusion filters and the GoPro Hero12 Black, before then diving into the Sony 16-35 2.8 GM II lens and the Cooke SP3 cinema lens set. The two DPs then end the podcast by discussing the upcoming Sony BURANO and what they expect to see in this new CineAlta cinema camera. This is a tech filled podcast, so if you’re a camera operator and you love gear, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses whether or not we are losing the art of storytelling. Josh talks about recent short film and movie projects he’s watched and why he feels the stories in each are severely lacking. Josh then dives into why he thinks storytelling is starting to take a backseat to turn-and-burn projects before offering advice on how to change the narrative. If you’re a storyteller who uses your camera in place of a book, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about how to write a script for unscripted projects. Many people everyday create short films, docs, or even TV shows that are based on stories that haven’t unfolded yet. Whether that be a film about a fishing trip to South America or a TV series about a baseball team and their chase for the postseason, there are stories everywhere being captured as they happen. But, how do you script for something like that, something that hasn’t yet taken place? In this episode, Josh explains why it’s important to write scripts for unscripted projects before then offering advice on how to do it. The Rustic River DP walks you through two hypothetical projects and explains how he would approach scripting them. From there, he ends the episode by explaining how he wished he would’ve had similar advice for some of the projects he produced in the past that could have been better than what they were. If you’re a storyteller who likes telling stories that haven’t yet unfolded, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about making a highlight reel. Using his own reel as an example, Josh breaks down what it means to have a reel, how you should approach making one, how to design a reel that’s more in line with a brand video, and how to decide what shots to use in your video reel. Josh uses his own recently released brand video to walk you through his entire creative process on how he designed it and what he hoped to accomplish with it, even going as far as to break down each line of the scripted interview. This in-depth podcast will help you think more deeply about how to approach your next video reel, so if you’re a videographer, DP, editor or anything of the sort, this podcast is for you!