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When it comes to AI and the film industry, noise is everywhere. We cut through it.
Denoised is your twice-weekly deep dive into the most interesting and relevant topics in media, entertainment, and creative technology.
Hosted by Addy Ghani (Media Industry Analyst) and Joey Daoud (media producer and founder of VP Land), this podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the industry—from Generative AI, Virtual Production, Hardware & Software innovations, Cloud workflows, Filmmaking, TV, and Hollywood industry news.
Each episode delivers a fast-paced, no-BS breakdown of the biggest developments, featuring insightful analysis, under-the-radar insights, and practical takeaways for filmmakers, content creators, and M&E professionals. Whether you’re pushing pixels in post, managing a production pipeline, or just trying to keep up with the future of storytelling, Denoised keeps you ahead of the curve.
New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Listen in, stay informed, and cut through the noise.
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S5E8 Google's Nano Banana 2 vs. Nano Banana Pro: Which One Wins?
Google's Nano Banana 2 delivers Pro-level features at half the cost, with web search capabilities that can generate current event imagery in real-time. Addy and Joey test the model across multiple…
S5E7 Open Source Image Models Flood In, Nuke Goes All-In on AI, Google's Lyria 3 Music Surprise
Addy and Joey break down the latest batch of open-source AI image models: FireRed's specialized editing capabilities, Recraft V4's enterprise-grade output with SVG support, and ByteDance's newest…
S5E6 SwitchX, Seedance 2.0, and Hollywood's IP Nightmare
Beeble's SwitchX transforms video backgrounds and relighting without destroying faces—potentially the most practical AI filmmaking tool yet. Joey and Addy test it live, debate LED volumes versus AI…
S5E5 Google Genie, OpenClaw & Kling 3.0
Google's Genie world generation model is now public, OpenClaw AI agents are running wild across the internet, and Kling 3.0 just merged the best features from multiple video models. Addy and Joey…
S5E4 Reference Images vs LoRAs: Which Actually Works?
Addy and Joey put two AI workflows head-to-head: training a LoRA with Z-Image versus using reference images with Nano Banana Pro to replicate film cinematography. In this episode, we test whether…
S5E3 Claude Cowork, PixVerse Real-Time, Apple's Creator Bundle
Claude Cowork brings AI desktop control to non-coders, while real-time AI video generation advances toward potential gaming applications. This week on Denoised, Addy and Joey break down the latest AI…
S5E2 CES 2026: Fuji's Fake 8mm Camera, LEGO Smart Bricks, Atlas Robot, and More
CES 2026 brought notable innovations for filmmakers and media professionals. In this episode, we break down the most interesting tech: Fujifilm's new instax mini Evo Cinema Camera with vintage film…
S5E1 2026 Predictions: What's Coming for AI Filmmaking
Addy and Joey dive into their tech predictions for 2026, categorizing forecasts from "super confident" to "long shots." They explore the future of AI tools like Comfy UI, real-time video generation,…
S4E78 Welcome to the Denoisies: Our 2025 AI Awards Show
In this episode, Addy and Joey present the first-ever Denoisies AI awards, highlighting 2025's most significant AI developments. They debate standout models like Z-Image vs. Nano Banana Pro, analyze…
S4E77 AI Roundup: Qwen Layers + Kling Animator + Wan 2.6 (Nobody's on Holiday)
New AI model releases won't stop for the holidays! This week, Addy and Joey dive into Wan 2.6, ChatGPT Image 1.5, Seedance 1.5 Pro, and other video generation updates.--The views and opinions…
S4E76 How To: Hybrid AI & Live Action Filmmaking Tutorial (Nano Banana Pro, Kling, Wan, Resolve)
Go behind the scenes as Addy reveals his complete workflow for creating a hybrid live-action/AI short film featuring a job-seeking lizard creature. Learn practical techniques for multi-camera…
S4E75 McDonald's AI Christmas Ad Pulled After Massive Backlash
Disney invests $1B in OpenAI, allowing Sora to use Disney characters in videos. Plus, we dissect the McDonald's Netherlands AI ad controversy, analyze OpenAI's new image models codenamed Chestnut and…
S4E74 Kling O1, Seedream 4.5, Z-image: AI's Biggest Week
Addy and Joey analyze Kling O1's superior video modification capabilities versus Runway Aleph, Z-Image's emergence as an open-source alternative to proprietary image models, and Seedream 4.5's unique…
S4E73 Animating Characters with Wan 2.2 AND Wan 2.5
Addy and Joey dive into AI animation workflows using ComfyUI, demonstrating how to transform static images into dynamic characters using Wan 2.5 and Wan 2.2 Animate. --The views and opinions…
S4E72 Nano Banana Pro, Meta's New SAM 3D, and World Labs!
Joey and Addy dive into Google's Nano Banana Pro, testing its enhanced 4K resolution outputs, text accuracy, and superior relighting capabilities compared to other models. They also explore Meta's…
S4E71 Comfy Cloud, AI Camera Control, Nano Banana 2 and more AI updates
This week, Addy and Joey dive into the Nano Banana 2 leaks and their potential implications for media authenticity. Then we explore Comfy Cloud's powerful browser-based workflow ($20/month for 8 GPU…
S4E70 Coca-Cola's AI Holiday Ad Used 70,000 Video Clips
Coca-Cola's new AI-generated holiday ad has sparked both praise and controversy. In this episode, Joey and Addy break down the technology behind the commercial, analyzing how Secret Level combined…
S4E69 Adobe MAX 2025: 15 AI Updates That Actually Matter for Filmmakers
Adobe Max 2025 just revealed a treasure trove of AI-powered updates. Addy and Joey break down the most significant announcements including Firefly 5's improved human generation, automatic layer…
S4E68 How Wonder Studio Turns Filmmakers Into Tech Founders
Xavier Collins, CEO of Wonder Studios, discusses their $12M seed round and acquisition of Playbook with co-founder JD LeRoy. They explain their community-led approach to AI filmmaking and how they're…
S4E68 Adobe Acquires Invoke.ai + Launches Custom Model Service
Adobe makes major AI moves with their new Foundry service and Invoke.ai acquisition. Addy and Joey break down how Amazon's 'House of David' series used AI for 253 shots, saving months of production…
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Denoised has published 125 episodes since July 2021, covering topics in News, Tech News.
Denoised is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 38m.
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