The Final Cut
The Final Cut
Podcast Description
The Final Cut is a bold and insightful podcast exploring the latest in film and television. Hosted by Professor John Cook and filmmaker Charlotte Bjuren, each episode dives into new releases, classic gems, and the stories shaping screen culture today.
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The podcast explores themes including the evolution of cinematic storytelling, cultural impact of television, and critical analysis of film trends. Episodes delve into subjects like the latest 'Doctor Who' season premiere, discussing the Fifteenth Doctor and the show's relevance to contemporary issues like AI. Other themes may cover classic films and their lasting contributions to screen culture.

The Final Cut is a bold and insightful podcast exploring the latest in film and television. Hosted by Professor John Cook and filmmaker Charlotte Bjuren, each episode dives into new releases, classic gems, and the stories shaping screen culture today.
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We dive into the craft and career of Emmy-winning supervising sound designer Kenneth L. Johnson, from South Central roots to leading major film and TV mixes. He shares how sound shapes story, how teams collaborate, why relationships matter, and where AI fits in the future of post.
• supervising sound designer role and team scope
• planning sound from script to final mix
• working with directors and composers without clashes
• analog-to-digital shift, Fairlight to Pro Tools
• building tension and jump scares in horror
• balancing creative instincts with technical skills
• advocacy for diversity and opening doors in post
• breaking into Hollywood through mentorship and persistence
• practical advice on AI literacy and multi-skill fluency
• relationships as the main driver of long-term work
Visit: www.artistryandsound.com

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