Prop Talk

‘Working in the Big Leagues’ with Mychael Bates & Bradley Good - Ep. # 57

The Art of Prop Graphic Design
A Conversation with Property Master Mychael Bates & Assistant Property Master Bradley Good
 On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with PMG Property Master Mychael Bates and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Bradley Good about their rich and wide-ranging careers in the film industry. Mychael shares insights from rising through the traditional studio system, while Bradley offers a thoughtful look at what it means to be an indispensable right hand to a property master. Together, they trade stories from sets around the world—including some that just happen to be in stunning international vacation spots.  
Hosts:Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guests:
Mychael Bates - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
Bradley Good - Local 44 Assistant Property Master
 

'The Art of Prop Graphic Design' with Tina Charad - Ep. #56

The Art of Prop Graphic Design
A Conversation with Graphic Designer Tina Charad
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with acclaimed graphic designer Tina Charad to explore her fascinating journey from starting her design career in the UK to working on some of Hollywood’s biggest productions. Tina shares her origin story, early influences, and the path that led her to helping create story-centric graphics for the property department.
Hosts:Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Tina Charad – ADG Local 800 Graphic Designer
 

'Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins' with Jode Mann - Ep. #55

Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins
A Conversation with Property Master Jode Mann
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with award-winning PMG Property Master Jode Mann to share behind-the-scenes stories from her work on Weeds, Pulse, and the MacGuffin-winning Lessons in Chemistry. From iconic props to on-set challenges, Jode reveals how the smallest details bring big stories to life. 
 
Hosts:Michael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Jode Mann – PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 

'The Props of Severance' with Catherine Miller - Ep. #54

The Props of SeveranceA Conversation with Property Master Catherine Miller
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Catherine Miller to discuss her experience as a New York-based Property Master. She shares how having ample prep time allowed her to design, manufacture, and help build the distinctive props used by the characters on the show Severance.
Hosts:Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Catherine Miller – PMG Member & Local 52 Property Master
 

PMG Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025

Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters to discuss working on Manufacturing heavy shows and answer questions on the best ways to make and repair certain props. 
 
Hosted by Livi Dom, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Assistant Property Master.
This panel discussion includes:
Brad Elliott, PMG Member and Property Master of the Rebel Moon, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Avatar: The Way of Water, The Muppets Series, Team America World Police.
Andy Siegel, PMG Member and Property Master of Avatar, The Amazing Spiderman, Star Trek Into Darkness, Fantastic Four, Antman and the Wasp and The Fabelmans.
 
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'The Masters of Sketch Comedy' with Jonathan Buchanan and Todd Daniels - Ep. #53

The Masters of Sketch Comedy
A Conversation with Property Master Jonathan Buchanan and MacGuffin award winning Property Master Todd Daniels
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Masters Jon Buchanan and Todd Daniels to discuss the art of Property Mastering comedy television shows and specifically creating props that can be the punchline to a joke when scripts are fluid and changing. 
Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Todd Daniels - PMG Member, MacGuffin Award Winner & Local 44 Property Master and Jonathan Buchanan - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 

PMG Presents: How Props Become Icons - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025

Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters discussing what makes a prop become a MacGuffin. 
 
Hosted by Michael Corrie, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master.
This panel discussion includes:
Skip Torvinen, PMG Member and Property Master of the Abbott Elementary, Hacks, Mixed-ish, The Kids are Alright, The Middle and Californication.
John Harrington, PMG Member and Property Master of The Ted Series, Magnum PI, The Right Stuff, US, Justified, and SeaQuest.
 
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You can also email us with any feedback or questions at : info@propertymastersguild.org
 
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'Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director' with Ross Novie - Ep. #52

Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director
A Conversation with First Assistant Director Ross Novie.
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with DGA 1st AD Ross Novie to discuss the importance of clear communication when it comes to scheduling, planning safety on set when it comes to stunts with props, and creating a healthy environment for the whole crew where departments can have the time they need to do their work efficiently. 
Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Ross Novie - DGA First Assistant Director.
 

'A Property Master and their Key On Set Props' with Robbie Duncan and Butch Kitchen - Ep. #51

A Property Master and their Key On Set Props
A Conversation with Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen to discuss their experience working together on many projects and the importance of a strong relationship between the Property Master and Assistant Property Master. We also go over the benefits of having mentors to be able to come up under. 
Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Robbie Duncan - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Butch Kitchen - Local 44 Assistant Property Master
 

'How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish' with Sarah Snyder - Ep. #50

How to Prop a TV Show From Start to FinishA Conversation with Property Master Sarah Snyder
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Sarah Snyder for a topical episode where we break down the steps of being a Property Master on a TV show. We review everything from getting the call for the job, budgeting and breaking down the script to how you crew up a Property team.
Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Hunter Nelson - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Sarah Snyder - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master