Pixel Puzzle

Pixel Puzzle

David Cordon

Episodes 13
Avg. Duration 1h 18m
Activity Sporadic
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Oct 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Serial
Consistency
62%
Hosting
feeds.acast.com

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About This Podcast

Pixel Puzzle is a platform dedicated to revealing what visual effects (VFX) are really about — beyond the magic, beyond the myths, beyond the credits that roll by too fast to read.

We’re here for the artists, the technologists, the dreamers — and for the outsiders who’ve always admired the craft without fully understanding it.

Through honest conversations with pioneers, leaders, and unsung heroes of the industry, we break down the walls that separate “the business” from “the art,” and “the audience” from “the work.”


Our mission is simple, but urgent:

To humanise visual effects.

To show the world the reality behind the spectacle — the creativity, the collaboration, the grit, the breakthroughs, the heartbreak, and the future that’s still being written.


Who we’re for:

📍 VFX artists who want their craft to be seen and respected.

📍 Industry professionals who want a clearer, bigger picture.

📍 Students, directors, producers, writers — anyone whose work touches the moving image.

📍 Curious minds outside the industry who simply want to understand how the magic is made — and why it matters.


Why it matters:

Because VFX isn't just technology.

It's storytelling. It's art. It's culture.

And it deserves to be understood — not just admired, criticised, or overlooked.


Pixel Puzzle is not about hype. It's about connection. It's about passing the mic to the people who live this craft every day, and helping the world see visual effects the way we see it:

Essential. Evolving. Human.


👉 Subscribe now and become part of a community that believes in curiosity, creativity, and the joy of seeing the world in a whole new light.


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Recent Episodes

Episode 12 - Lighting for the Unseen

Oct 07, 2025 1h 23m

Chapters00:00 The Journey into Cinematography13:00 Influence of Japan on Artistic Perspective18:55 Evolving Views on Visual Effects32:07 Lighting Techniques and VFX Integration43:17 The Pressures of…

Episode 11 - A Director's Perspective on Visual Effects

Sep 05, 2025 44m

Chapters00:00 The Art of Pitching and Filmmaking02:16 Early Influences and Journey into Filmmaking04:47 Directing Style and Identity07:36 Collaboration and Working with Actors09:52 Visual Effects and…

Episode 10 - A Coach's Guide to Wellbeing

Jul 22, 2025 1h 15m

Chapters00:00 Farewell and Reflection on the Journey01:57 The Shift from Production to Coaching03:55 The Brilliance of People in Visual Effects06:24 Adapting to Industry Demands08:17 Motivation and…

Episode 09 - Inside The Frame: The Artist's Role

Jul 08, 2025 1h 30m

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and the Guest01:43 Jeroen Desmet's Journey into VFX10:23 Defining the Artist's Role in VFX17:19 The Importance of Resilience in Artists18:59 The…

Episode 08 - Inside the World of a VFX Producer

Jun 12, 2025 1h 21m

Chapters00:00 The Journey to VFX Production05:47 Understanding the Role of a VFX Producer12:14 Creative vs. Logistical Challenges18:01 Navigating Pre-Production Responsibilities23:57 Production Phase…

Episode 07 - How VFX Supervisors Transform Films

May 06, 2025 1h 29m

00:00 - Introduction to Visual Effects and Journey Recap06:26 - Understanding VFX Roles and Responsibilities11:42 - Transitioning to Leadership in VFX15:19 - Key Skills for a Visual Effects…

Episode 06 - Software: Turning Imagination Into Reality

Apr 22, 2025 1h 23m

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and Software's Role02:15 Kim Davidson's Journey in Computer Graphics08:43 The Evolution of Software in Storytelling11:32 User Feedback and Software…

Episode 05 - Technology: The Backbone of Visual Effects

Apr 08, 2025 1h 17m

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Visual Effects and Guest Introduction01:35 Hao Li's Journey into Visual Effects03:45 Technology as a Creative Enabler in Filmmaking06:06 The Role of Technology in…

Episode 04 - Let's Talk Business

Mar 25, 2025 1h 28m

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Ross to pull back the curtain on the economics of VFX, the struggles of running a studio in Hollywood, and why, despite the industry’s undeniable growth, many…

Episode 03 - How Talent Acquisition and Development Drive Succes

Mar 11, 2025 58m

DescriptionIn this episode, we sit down with Sophie Maydon to explore the human element behind the stunning visuals in film and television. Sophie shares her journey into talent acquisition and…

Episode 01 - Breaking the Ice

Feb 25, 2025 1h 10m

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pixel Puzzle Podcast02:10 Meet the Host and Guest04:08 Common Misconceptions About VFX10:04 The Evolution of Visual Effects in Cinema18:06 The Ongoing Battle of VFX…

Episode 02 - The History of Visual Effects

Feb 25, 2025 1h 6m

From the magical trick photography of Georges Méliès to the groundbreaking innovations of films like Jurassic Park and The Matrix, we unravel the milestones that shaped the industry.Discover the…

A Little Taste of What's to Come

Feb 21, 2025 1m Trailer

We see the magic. We hear the stories. But do we really know how it all comes together?Pixel Puzzle is a limited podcast series that opens the doors to the world of visual effects—not just for VFX…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Pixel Puzzle have?

Pixel Puzzle has published 13 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Arts, Technology.

Is Pixel Puzzle still active?

Pixel Puzzle is currently sporadic with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 18m.

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