Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods... the podcast that honors the art of making movie trailers, teasers, key art, and all the strategic content that launched the movies, TV shows, and games you love.
Episodes
- Monica Brady | Co-Founder & Exec. Producer, Golden Trailer Awards
Monica Brady has spent 26 years doing something that didn't exist when she started: honoring the people who make movie trailers. Co-founded with her sister Evelyn on a boat to Fort Sumter in 1999, the Golden Trailer Awards grew from a scra…
- Kris McDonald: Cutting Trailers. Mentoring the Next Gen. Behind the Trailer.
Kris McDonald is a Creative Director and Senior Editor at XAV, and the founder of Behind the Trailer — a free educational platform dedicated to helping aspiring trailer editors break into the business and level up their craft. He came up t…
- Stav Ozdoba on Indie Filmmaking, Editing, and Building Rubber Sole Creative
Before founding Rubber Sole Creative, Stav Ozdoba came to the U.S. with one goal: become a filmmaker. Within months, he was in meetings to direct a feature. Not long after, he learned just how brutal that path could be. What followed wasn'…
- Benj Thall: From Child Actor to Editor, Creative Director, Screenwriter
Before Benj Thall was cutting trailers at some of the most influential shops in the business, he was a working child actor starring in Disney's Homeward Bound films alongside legends like Leslie Nielsen and Ned Beatty. That early life on f…
- From Staples Center to The Shop: Jordan Hayman on Building a Career Without a Roadmap
Jordan Hayman has sat in almost every seat in this industry. Jumbotron editor for the Lakers during their championship run. Creative executive at Alkemi, working indie theatrical. Client-side at Lifetime under the legendary Bob and Lew. Br…
- Lauren Zoller, Lead Editor at X/AV
What does it sound like when a trailer editor thinks in rhythm, builds in silence, and treats every scene break like a musical beat? Lead editor Lauren Zoller of X/AV traces her path from a Chapman BFA to a Lionsgate internship, through Ig…
- Eric Ladd on Brining Bleeding Edge Design to Hollywood's Trailer Industry
What happens when a technology-minded New Yorker stumbles into Hollywood and ends up reshaping how the industry makes trailers, title sequences, and motion graphics for the next three decades? This week, Eric Ladd joins the show to talk ab…
- Kazadi Katambwa on From Runner to Hollywood Creative Executive
What does it take to break into the trailer business, survive the agency grind, and help shape campaigns for some of the biggest films of the last two decades? This week on Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods , we sit down with Creative Director…
- Debi Struzan & Dana Flowers-Mitchell on Trust, Taste, and Why the Big Idea Still Matters
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- Best Of — Robert Walker (Buddha Jones): Craft, Emotion & the Art of the Trailer
What does it mean to truly feel a trailer—and how do you translate that feeling into something that moves an audience? In this Best Of Trailer Geeks & Teaser Gods episode, Corey Nathan revisits his wide-ranging, deeply personal conversatio…
- BEST OF: Dwight Caines on Story, Strategy, and Leading With Conscience
What does it take to market movies that shape culture—and to lead with integrity when the stakes are highest? In this Best Of Trailer Geeks & Teaser Gods episode, Corey Nathan revisits his powerful conversation with Dwight Caines, Presiden…
- Cuts That Connect: Greg Krupka on Feel-First Storytelling
What do VHS edits, a childhood trumpet, and a passion for story-driven design have in common? This week on Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods , Corey Nathan sits down with Greg Krupka, Vice President and Creative Director at AV Squad, to unpack…
- Aaron Gershman - Senior Vice President, Creative Advertising at Lionsgate
From Strings to Screens: Aaron Gershman's Journey Across AV, Digital, and Design How does a former rock guitarist with zero design training become a creative force behind some of the most visually stunning and emotionally resonant film cam…
- Shea Jones, Editor at X/AV
Between the Beats: From Texas Roots to Trailer Rhythms What does it take to edit trailers that breathe emotion, humor, tension, and awe—all in a few short minutes? This week, we sit down with Shea Jones, a self-proclaimed "rhythm cutter" w…
- Sonic Sculptor: Lenny Jones on Sound Design, Artistry & Adaptation
How a music-obsessed Midwesterner built a sonic legacy from the mix stages of Hollywood to the classrooms of tomorrow — and why the future of sound is still human. In this sound-rich episode, Corey sits down with Lenny Jones, a virtuoso in…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 9) – with special guests Dawn Baillie and Clive Baillie and co-host Benedict Coulter
🎬 From Posters to Powerhouses: The Legacy of Andy Kuehn Through BLT's Origins 📌 Episode Summary In this edition of our tribute series to Andy Kuehn—widely regarded as the father of the modern trailer industry—we're joined by special co-h…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 8) – with special guest Jim Gibbons and co-host Benedict Coulter
From Madison Ave to Hollywood: The Birth of a Trailer Empire 📌 Episode Summary This week, we continue our heartfelt tribute to Andy Kuehn, a visionary often considered the father of the modern trailer industry . This week, Corey and speci…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 7) – with special guest Gregory McClatchy and co-host Benedict Coulter
🎬 Spielberg, Scott, Streisand & the Trailers Behind the Legends This week, we continue our heartfelt tribute to Andy Kuehn, the visionary known as the father of the modern trailer industry . In this episode, we're joined by Greg McClatchy…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 6) – with special guest Margery Doppelt and co-host Benedict Coulter
The Words Behind the Magic – with special guest Margery Doppelt 🎙️ In this sixth installment of our special tribute to the legendary Andy Kuehn—founder of Kaleidoscope Films and godfather of the modern trailer—we're joined by a true indus…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 5) – with special guest Vincent Arcaro and co-host Benedict Coulter
K-scope's Blueprint: Andy K. & The Architects of Modern Movie Advertising 🎙 Introduction: Joined by special guest Vincent Arcaro, President of Dark Light Pictures and a Kaleidoscope alum, and co-host Benedict Coulter. Together, they honor…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 4) – with special guest Mark Trugman and co-host Benedict Coulter
Andy's Nurturing Legacy and the Aura of Old Hollywood So cool to sit down with veteran entertainment advertising executive Mark Trugman to continue our tribute and honor the legacy of Andy Kuehn — a pioneer of the modern movie trailer indu…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 3) – with special guest Deborah Luster and co-host Benedict Coulter
🎙Crafting Legends & Honoring the GOAT For the 3rd installment of our tribute to Andy Kuehn, we're joined by legendary trailer editor Deborah Luster as well as our special co-host Benedict Coulter. We reflect on Deborah's incredible career…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn (Part 2) – with special guest Mike Camp and co-host Benedict Coulter
"Kaleidoscope University" - The Trailer Industry's Wild Beginnings Continuing our Tribute to Andy Kuehn, we're joined by Mike Camp, who got his start at Kaleidoscope Films under Andy, went on to serve as EVP at Paramount, EVP at Fox on the…
- 🎙️ Tribute to Andy Kuehn – with special guest Skip Chaisson and co-host Benedict Coulter
Unearthing the Craft of Trailer Making In this special episode, we kick off a heartfelt tribute honoring Andy Kuehn—the father of the modern trailer industry and founder of Kaleidoscope Films. Corey is joined by two legendary figures: Skip…
- (ICYMI) Chad Misner: LITTLE CHILDREN trailer, THE SOCIAL NETWORK trailer editor, creative director
Thought folks would enjoy hearing this one from all-time great, Chad Misner. So many of the pieces Chad's been involved with still get mentioned among the best trailers ever made. Enjoy... Chad Misner, is well known and well loved as one o…
- Andrea Weeks, Executive Creative Director at AV Squad: LONGLEGS, ANORA, CUCKOO, THE NIGHTINGALE (and more!)
In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Andrea Weeks, Executive Creative Director at AV Squad. A lifelong creative, Andrea brings a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing in Maine, a background in theater and film, and an im…
- "This Week in Movie Trailers" - Jonny Elwyn on Freelance Creativity, Trailer Data, and Building TWIMT
This episode is definitely for "trailer geeks" because host Corey Nathan and this week's guest Jonny Elwyn totally geek out over some great trailers. So on this edition, we sit down with Jonny Elwyn—a freelance editor and writer based in L…
- Robert Hyams: From Film Reels to Avid – A Legendary Journey Through the Golden Age of Trailers
In this nostalgic episode of Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods , host Corey Nathan sits down with the legendary Robert Hyams, a pivotal figure in the evolution of movie marketing. From his start in the mailroom at Kaleidoscope to his influenti…
- Pete Campbell, Creative Director at Wild Card Creative Group
In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Pete Campbell, Creative Director at Wild Card Creative Group and one of the most respected editors and mentors in the trailer industry. From his humble beginnings as a student and babysitte…
- The Creative Advertising Career of Dana Precious – From Sony to Marvel and Beyond
On this episode, we sit down with the brilliant and dynamic Dana Precious. From her humble start as a receptionist to holding top marketing positions at Sony, Marvel, and Relativity, Dana shares a story filled with humor, grit, and wisdom.…
- Yuhei Ogawa | Editor, CD and Host of CREATIVE. KIND.
In this episode of Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods , host Corey Nathan welcomes Yuhei Ogawa, an accomplished editor, creative director, and host of the new podcast Creative. Kind . Yuhei shares his creative journey, reflecting on his career…
- Brett Winn and Ben Andron of RAVE Collective
In this episode of Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods , host Corey Nathan welcomes two industry powerhouses: Brett Winn, owner and CEO of RAVE Collective, and partner, Ben Andron, Head of Creative Advertising. Brett returns to the show, while B…
- Kevin Childress and Craig Hagedorn, Award Winning Trailer Editors, on Storytelling, Sound Design, and Creative Collaboration
On this episode, we sit down with Kevin Childress, award-winning editor, producer, and creative director, and Craig Hagedorn, editor and creative director at Wild Card Creative Group. Together, they explore the craft of movie trailer editi…
- ICYMI - Barbara Glazer: Lord of the Rings, Kill Bill, Pirates of the Caribbean
This was one of our first episodes. So if you haven't had a chance to hear the magnificent Barbara Glazer, now's your chance! Barbara is not only an inspiration, she's been a mentor to so many others in this industry. On this episode, Barb…
- The V.O. Episode with Brent Allen Hagel
In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Brent Allen Hagel, a professional voiceover artist known for his work in movie trailers, network promos, and commercials. Brent shares his journey into the competitive world of voiceover, t…
- Benedict Coulter (Part Deux) | Owner / Editor at REBEL and the Original Rock Star of the Trailer Industry!
In this follow-up conversation, Corey welcomes back Benedict Coulter, co-founder and (still) editor of REBEL, a creative boutique powerhouse in the entertainment advertising industry. Benny shares stories from his illustrious career in the…
- Benedict Coulter (Part 1) | Owner / Editor at REBEL and the Original Rock Star of the Trailer Industry!
In this episode, we're joined by Benedict Coulter, co-founder of Rebel and the original "rock star" of the trailer industry. Benny shares stories of his early days at Kaleidoscope, his tumultuous journey through addiction and sobriety, his…
- Bettina Sherick | Founder, Hollywood in Pixels - Pioneering Digital Marketing from Retail to Rings of Power
Pioneering Digital Marketing with Bettina Sherick: From Retail to Rings of Power In this episode, we're joined by Bettina Sherick, founder of Hollywood in Pixels and a visionary in the realm of digital marketing. Bettina shares her storied…
- Taymar Cox, Producer at Mocean | REZ BALL, SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, GLASS ONION, THE GRAY MAN, THE ELECTRIC STATE
In this episode, we're joined by rising star trailer producer Taymar Cox from Mocean. We explore the making of iconic trailers like SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, EXTRACTION 2, RENFIELD, THE GRAY MAN and so many more; mentorship in th…
- ICYMI: Seth Gaven, Founder of AV Squad | Star Trek, Fast & Furious, James Bond, Marvel
This was episode 3 of Trailer Geeks & Teaser Gods! In case you missed it, it's definitely worth checking out our convo with Seth Gaven, the Founder of AV Squad (among other notable contributions to our industry). Seth Gaven, Founder & Prez…
- The Art and Evolution of Trailer Editing with Robert Walker
In this episode, we sit down with the legendary trailer editor Robert Walker. Robert takes us through his career journey, from the early days at Roger Corman's Concorde Pictures to his impactful work at Intralink, Ignition and Buddha Jones…
- Navigating Mental Health Amidst Election Stress: Practical Tools and Personal Insights
This is a special episode about mental health. It's a talk that was shared on our sister show TP&R a couple months ago. We're hoping that in a moment like this one, our Trailer Geeks community will find it helpful. Perhaps this whole elect…
- Christine Birch, The Hollywood Unicorn, on Navigating Culture, Politics, and Hollywood
How similar is opening a movie to getting a candidate elected? How much is opening weekend like Election Day? Christine Birch - who's worked on hundreds of movies, generated billions in box office receipts, and is the first and only W.O.C.…
- "The British Invasion" of the Trailer Biz with Paul Cartlich, VP | Creative Director of Intermission Film
In this episode, we're joined by Paul Cartlich, VP and Creative Director of Intermission Film. Paul shares personal experiences of imposter syndrome and the influence of music on his editing career, detailing his non-traditional journey in…
- Jim Fredrick: Marketing Prez at Castle Rock; SVP at Warner; and EVP at Screen Gems
In this episode, we're joined by Jim Fredrick, trailer editor, creative executive, and film professor and now… author of the new book OPENING WEEKEND . Jim shares his journey from his early sports aspirations to his pivotal roles in the fi…
- Michael Carr, Owner/CEO of Carrma: Creative Post, Sound and Picture Finishing
In this episode we're joined by Michael Carr, the owner and CEO of Carrma , entertainment advertising's unique boutique creative post destination, specializing in both sound and picture finishing for theatrical, broadcast, streaming, radio…
- Alan Toomayan, Legendary Trailer Editor
In this episode, we have an all-time great trailer editor and an even better person, Alan Toomayan . We delve into Alan's significant journey from his academic roots at the University of Bridgeport, his early struggles in Hollywood, and pi…
- Jon Berkowitz, Creative Director and Head of Motion Graphics, and Brad Colwell, Creative Director, at Aspect
Unlocking Motion Design Magic: Deep Dive with the Minds behind 'The Color Purple' and 'She-Hulk' In this edition of Trailer Geeks, we sit down with Jon Berkowitz and Brad Colwell from Aspect to explore the fascinating world of high-end mot…
- Chris Daniel: SVP Film Marketing at LionsGate
It was so cool to get to hang out with Chris Daniel, the Senior Vice President of Marketing at LionsGate. Prior to LionsGate, Chris led 360 marketing campaigns on some of Netflix's biggest films such as Red Notice, Glass Onion, Dayshift, T…
- ICYMI - Bill Neil: Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Dawn of the Dead, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Bill Neil has only continued his remarkable run as one of the trailer industry's most dedicated creatives whose passion for his craft persists. So we figured it was worth re-sharing this conversation we had with the trailer maestro... Bill…