Prop Talk
The Official Podcast for the Property Masters Guild. Each episode will be a frank discussion with Property Masters discussing the nitty gritty of the craft in all its glory as well as the trials and tribulations, the nuts & bolts of the craft, and conversations with other industry professionals. Nothing is off the table and the table is full. Join us! New episodes drop twice a month. Subscribe to catch them when they drop. Send us your feedback and any topic ideas at Propertymastersguild.org. The views and opinions expressed on this website are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. ©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org.
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Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Blood and KnivesA conversation with Property Masters Joshua Meltzer and David McGuire.
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Property Masters Josh and Dave to discuss their experiences in the more gory aspects of the film industry from working on shows like Vampire Diaries and Dexter.
Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Caressa Douglas of BENlabs, PMG sponsor and a leader in brand integration and product placement.
Guests: Joshua Meltzer - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and David McGuire - PMG Honorary Member & Retired Local 44 Property Master.
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Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Cyber Skip and Prop MonsterA conversation with Property Masters James (Skip) Torvinen and John Harrington.
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Property Masters Skip and John to discuss their unique beginnings in the industry from starting in California as roommates and each going on their own paths to becoming predominant Property Masters in the Film and Television Industry.
Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Caressa Douglas of BENlabs, PMG sponsor and a leader in brand integration and product placement.
Guests: James (Skip) Torvinen - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and John Harrington - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master.
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Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Hosts of Prop TalkA conversation with Prop Talk Hosts Chris and Mikey
On this episode of Prop Talk Chis and Mikey sit down to learn a little bit more about each other's introduction into the Industry and specifically props. They also discuss the birth of the Property Masters Guild and what the goals are for the future.
Host: Chris Call - PMG Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
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Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Production DesignA conversation with Production Designer Nelson Coates and Property Master Nicole Ruby.
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Art Directors Guild President Nelson Coates to discuss the importance of collaboration between the Production Designer and a Prop Master in television and feature films.
Host: Chris Call - PMG Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guests: Nelson Coates - ADG President and Local 800 Production Designer, Nicole Ruby - PMG Members, Local 44 Property Master and Hope Parrish - PMG President, Retired Local 44 Property Master.
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Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
PRIDE MONTHA conversation with Property Masters Mellanie Urquiza and Nicole Ruby.
On this special Pride Month episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG members Mellanie Urquiza and Nicole Ruby to discuss their experiences as LGBTQ Property Masters. They talk about the importance of helping each other succeed while tackling the added challenges of homophobia and sexism.
Host: Chris Call - PMG Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guests: Mellanie Urquiza and Nicole Ruby - PMG Members, Local 44 Property Masters
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Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
SET DECORATIONA conversation with Set Decorator Nancy Haigh
We sit down with the legendary Nancy Haigh to discuss the vital collaboration between Set Decorators and Property Masters, her impressive career, and working with the Cohen Brothers, Terry Gilliam, Robert Zemeckis, and more.
Host: Chris Call - PMG Veteran and Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Nancy Haigh - Local 44 Set Decorator; Hope Parrish - PMG Veteran and President, Local 44 Property Master
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Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
In the fifth and final episode of our award season series, we talk to Andy Siegel, Property Master of 'The Fabelmans.'
Andy talks with us about his illustrious film and television career and working with Spielberg on the Director's biopic film.
Host: Chris Call - PMG Veteran and Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Andrew M. Siegel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
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Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
In the fourth episode of our award season series, we talk to Josh Bramer, Property Master of 'Everything Everywhere All at Once.'
Josh talks about his work on the Oscar-winning film and his rising career including "Don't Worry Darling" and "Blonde."
Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Veteran and Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guest: Joshua Bramer - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/
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Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
In the third episode of our award season series, we talk to Kris Peck, Property Master of 'Glass Onion.'
Kris discusses the Glass Onion puzzle box and the challenges of working on some of the most highly anticipated movies in recent decades.
Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Veteran and Education Chairman, Local 44 Property Master, and Michael Trudel - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Guests: Kris Peck - PMG Member, Local 44 Property Master
Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/
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Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
In the second episode of our award season series, we talk to Gay Perello, Property Master of 'Babylon' about creating the glitz, debauchery, and insanity of the enormous period piece.
Hosted by CHRIS CALL, PMG Veteran and Education Chairman / IATSE #44 Property Master.
A Panel discussion with GAY PERELLO, PMG Member / IATSE #44 Property Master, and MICHAEL TRUDEL, PMG Member / IATSE Local #44 Property Master.
Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/
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