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Global VID is a podcast focusing on original TV & Streaming programs and its international potential. From creating shows, distribution sales, border-less digital content to forging co-production partnerships, Global VID offers a uniquely Canadian perspective on a global industry. Hosted by And Now Global founder Eric Y. Lapointe and recorded directly from Vancouver (i.e. Hollywood North), a city known more for its production services work than its original content, this establishes a humble ...
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Building a career in film from scratch, w/Amber M. Sherman, Beyond Film School
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We are doing something a bit different with this episode as we talk to a professional behind the camera to learn how they built their career in the film industry with little to no contacts. Today's Global VID Podcast is a true DIY career story meant to motivate all of us, no matter what stage you are at, as we keep marching forward to grow our care…
In this special bonus episode, Global VID Podcast host Eric Y. Lapointe compares the differences between Film Festivals & TV Markets and outlines event options to consider around the globe. This video is geared to educate new-to-mid level producers who want to learn what makes these events different so that they can better strategize which ones to …
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Learning about Brazil & Rio2C w/ Ana C. Springefeldt
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In this latest Global VID episode, we speak with our first South American guest, Ana C. Springefeldt (Rio2C, Civetta Entretenimento), to talk about their top content event Rio2C (formerly known as Rio Content Market) and we get a quick snapshot at how TV & Film projects are currently financed in Brazil. Plus, as always, our guest shares how they go…
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Introduction to TV in Asia-Pacific w/ James Ross, Lightning International
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In this Global VID Podcast episode, we speak with James Ross, the President & Founder of Hong-Kong-based Lightning International to have a closer look at the Asia-Pacific TV marketplace, TV market conferences people should consider attending and finally we discuss what's in store for the TV/Digital future in the region. If you ever wondered about h…
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How to Deal with Nerves When Pitching w/Michelle Miller, Communication Coach
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Recently, the Global VID Podcast sat down with NYC actor & communication coach, Michelle Simone Miller to talk about dealing with nerves & handling rejection during the pitching/auditioning process in TV & Film. This episode is meant to inspire up & coming producers, actors but there are so many great nuggets of advice on how to deal with performan…
Please take 3 minutes of your time to listen to this special announcement and consider donating to Ukrainian citizens through a charity of your choice. Here are two direct links to donate via the Red Cross: Canadian Red Cross: https://bit.ly/3BXp5mU US/International Red Cross: https://bit.ly/3vqdBqBBy Eric Y. Lapointe
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Quebec Formats Going Global w/ Zone 3, Aetios & Aroma TV/KOTV
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MILESTONE ALERT - this is Global VID's 25th episode (Season 2, Episode 9)! Thanks to everyone for listening - whether you are a first time listener or amongst our initial supporters! --- In this 25th episode, host Eric Y. Lapointe virtually heads back to Quebec to explore Canada's French-language production hub to talk about how this province punch…
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Creating Comedy Content w/ Bruce Hills, Just For Laughs
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In our latest episode of Global VID, we sit down with Bruce Hills, the President of Just For Laughs' English-language business to discuss the TV production side of the company... all leading up to the 40th anniversary summer of the world-renowned comedy festival in Montreal. We also learn about Bruce's early start in the entertainment business whic…
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User Generated Content Strategy w/Jukin Media
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In today's Global VID podcast episode, we dive into User Generated Content (UGC) which is essentially all of that self-made content that you see on YouTube and other social media platforms... and in this episode, we talk with Jonathan Skogmo, the CEO of Jukin Media (with content brands such as Fail Army, The Pet Collective, People Are Awesome), arg…
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Exploring Scripted Formats w/ GoQuest Media
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In today's Global VID Podcast episode (Season 2, Ep.6), we sit down with the co-founder of India's GoQuest Media, a global distribution company that got its start selling Indian content and later made a strategic decision to focus on scripted formats of non-English language drama series. Why? Listen and find out! Vivek also has a great story on how…
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Hollywood North 101: Intro to Vancouver TV & Film productions
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How has Vancouver, aka Hollywood North, become one of the biggest filming cities in the world? In our special Hollywood North episode, Global VID introduce you to 3 different people who greatly contribute to the Vancouver filming community: Liz Shorten, Brian Hamilton & Rob C. Cooper. --- Visit Globalvidpodcast.com to join Global VID's mailing list…
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Targeting Gen Z + more w/ Sandra Lehner, Creative Strategist
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This is the Global VID podcast's first "futurist" episode as we talk with independent Creative Strategist Sandra Lehner about all things Generation Z, Branded Entertainment, the Metaverse & NFT's! --- Visit Globalvidpodcast.com for more info or to join Global VID's mailing list. --- While normally host Eric Y. Lapointe focuses on international cont…
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Turning podcasts into TV concepts w/ Kelly&Kelly Studios
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Ever wondered about the business of professional podcasting? I am not talking about your standard interview style podcast like this one, but rather well-orchestrated podcast productions, including scripted audio stories? In today's Global VID episode, we speak with Vancouver's professional podcast production studio Kelly&Kelly as they talk about ho…
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What is the Secret TV Format Formula? Part II w/Dave Noll (Chopped)
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Chopped/America Says co-creator Dave Noll is back on Global VID with Part II. After learning a great deal from his pitching tips in our last episode, Dave Noll & host Eric Y. Lapointe dive in even deeper to talk about Dave's magic international format formula and the mechanics of what makes a very strong game show. About our guest: Dave Noll co-dev…
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How to Pitch a TV Show like an expert! Part I with Dave Noll (Chopped)
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We are pleased to launch Season 2 of Global VID. After summer break, we are back with a bang with this first episode (and #17 overall !) as we interview successful show creator Dave Noll one of the masterminds behind the international franchise "Chopped" and his latest series "America Says", hosted by John Michael Higgins. Dave Noll co-develops con…
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Exploring India TV with Mansi Darbar, IN10 Media
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Today's Global VID podcast continues to expand with its first Asia Series, with a look into the Indian TV market with Mansi Darbar, the Network Vice President for Strategy & Development at IN10 Media. In this episode we introduce Mansi Darbar's impressive background and growth within the industry as she takes us through her rise from an early child…
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Creating Documentaries with the NFB w/ Cedar Island Films & Nathalie Bourdon
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Welcome to episode 15 of Global VID! In this episode, host Eric Y. Lapointe introduces listeners to BC-based producers Cedar Island Films (Andrew Williamson & Henrik Meyer) and their co-production & international sales partners, The National Film Board (NFB), as we invite their Director of International Distribution & Market Development, Nathalie B…
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African TV Explained w/Monde Twala, ViacomCBS Africa
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Global VID and host Eric Y. Lapointe proposes a special series focused exclusively on Africa and it all starts with our guest Monde Twala, the SVP & GM of ViacomCBS Africa, who is based out of Johannesburg, South Africa. In this episode we learn how Monde Twala got his start in the industry through his passion for sports and how he ultimately got t…
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Introduction to Channel Sales with Chris Knight, Gusto Worldwide Media
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Today’s Global VID podcast (episode 13) guest is a Canadian named Chris Knight, the President and CEO of Gusto Worldwide Media, an Ottawa-based media company that produces and distributes original content but also acts as a broadcaster with their own international TV channel called Gusto TV. In this episode we learn about the notion of channel sale…
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The 101 on TV Formats with Sophie Ferron, Media Ranch
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In this episode of the Global VID podcast, we sit down with Media Ranch's CEO Sophie Ferron to look at the world of TV Formats. This episode is perfect for beginners or established producers looking to branch out their IP (intellectual property) by making it adaptable for international sales in different territories and languages around the world. …
The Bulletin's Editor-In-Chief Conrad Buck is back for another fun TV & Entertainment industry news review with host Eric Y. Lapointe. In this episode we take a look back at the first few months of 2021. Topics include sports TV (as we look at the looming "sports wars"), The Weeknd's Superbowl performance and $7million gamble, Netflix's announcemen…
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Building and Animation Studio, with Arcana Studios
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In this Global VID Podcast episode, we sit down with the founder of Arcana Studios, Sean Patrick O’Reilly and his International Head of Sales, Jerina Hajno. We discuss how they built an animation studio with now 75 employees and where their company is headed. Most notably, Sean Patrick O'Reilly shares his learnings over the years and shares advice …
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Producing for American Public Television with Ernest White II
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In this episode, we speak with Presidio Pictures' Ernest White II, a producer and storyteller who created his very first travel show called "Fly Brother with Ernest White II", currently available on Create TV nationally in the United States and PBS stations in multiple American cities. Listen closely as you will get some important tips on how the P…
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Creating your own OTT channel with Tony Havelka, Ameba
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In this first episodse of 2021, host Eric Y. Lapointe speaks with Tony Havelka, the President of Ameba which was Canada’s longest running kids VOD channel, initially set up in 2007. The conversation starts off by talking reviewing Havelka's first efforts in the technology business, as one of the earliest manufacturers of VR headsets back in 1992, a…
As we get closer to 2021, Global VID invites Conrad Buck, the founder and editor of The Bulletin (the weekly news briefing for the streaming industry) to help us look back at the entertainment industry as a whole, in the year that was 2020. Topics discussed include "2020" (obviously!), Productions during a Pandemic, In-Person Entertainment, Linear …
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Focusing on LGBTQ+ TV Content with Brad Danks, OUTtv
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In episode 6, Global VID continues its BC Series with a focus on OUTtv and their CEO Brad Danks. OUTtv is not only a Canadian broadcaster but they are also the world's leading producers of LGBTQ+ content. Brad Danks walks us through his start in the industry and how he went on to lead OUTtv and its global expansion plans.…
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Making Factual TV Shows with / Jeff Stecyk, Wavelength Entertainment
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In episode 5, The VID Podcast switches gears to focus on producers involved in original programming as well as the international television distribution industry. Our guest Jeff Stecyk of Wavelength Entertainment resides in BC (British Columbia) and walks us through how he got into our industry and how he helped build Wavelength Entertainment with …
This is the final episode of our 4-part Virtual Market Series. This episode introduces us to MIPCOM head Laurine Garaude as she takes us through their initial learnings with MIPTV in April and how the organization is now moving forward with a complete virtual strategy for MIPCOM Online+. As MIPCOM is THE biggest TV event of the year, this episode g…
In this episode, The VID Podcast takes a close look at how DISCOP Africa is focusing on a made-for-Africa approach. Not only do we dive into their unique virtual market strategies, but DISCOP General Manager Patrick Zuchowicki also provides a 101 on the territory for more context. While other markets such as Hot Docs, MIFA, Cannes Film Festival, Ba…
This is the second in a series of Virtual Market (or conference) podcast interviews. With Hot Docs, MIFA, Cannes Film Festival and Banff World Media being some of the world’s first examples that quickly pivoted to offer virtual events with the television & film industry, episode 2 introduces us to NATPE President JP Bommel as he takes us through hi…
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Virtual Markets: Initial Learnings with MIFA & the Banff World Media Festival
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What are the challenges & opportunities for the conference industry during the 2020 pandemic? In this episode, we will hear the learnings of two recent TV & Film market event organizers who chose to quickly adapt and take their events online: MIFA’s head of markets, Véronique Encrenaz and the Banff World’s Media Festival’s Executive Director, Jenn …
