Writer/Director/Star Thomas Bentey sits down with Soundplex Studios owner George Koch to discuss the upcoming film screening, the journey of making a first feature film, and the experience of filming on location in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, when MTV was in town.
Bentey also shares details about his new TV pilot, “The Cafone,” his work creating video content for brands, and his approach to building a creative career through filmmaking and storytelling.
The conversation explores the challenges of independent filmmaking, producing original content, and finding inspiration while balancing art and business.
Explore the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence in this insightful video. We delve into how AI is transforming creative processes across various industries and discuss the unique human elements that remain irreplaceable. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of creativity in the age of AI.
Check out “Beggarman” on Prime Video on Sept. 05, 2025. Loved this film and great to talk film, creativity, and the business with these guys. #supportindiefilm #indiefilm #creativity
With the recent passing of Brian Wilson, I want to reflect on the profound impact he had on my life and the indelible mark he left on American culture and music. His artistry shaped generations.
What’s your favorite Brian Wilson or Beach Boys song, and what memory does it bring back for you?
After nearly 15 years as a Public Speaking professor, I’m excited to share my passion for communication through a brand-new online course! In this video, I break down powerful elements from historic speeches by Presidents Obama and Reagan, and show how you can apply them to elevate your own speaking style.
I created Marketing Videos for Nick Cherukuri’s @thirdeyenickel AR Glasses company, @ThirdEyeGen @and it’s remarkable to see what the future holds for this new technology. Nick talks about starting an AR Glasses company, the various uses for the glasses, the new HallowEye Platform creating holograms to combat depression and loneliness and allowing people to be in two places at once. Wild stuff. #AR #ARGlasses #ThirdEyeGen #HallowEye #Holograms
00:00-00:45- Creating Marketing Videos for Nick Cherukuri’s ThirdEye Gen. AR Glasses company back in 2018.
00:45- 02:45-Getting started with AR at UPENN.
02:46-05:04 – Seeing AR as a force for good in the world and being inspirited by Facebook’s Oculus VR Glasses.
05:05-06:21- Healthcare professionals using AR Glasses to increase medical efficiency with patients.
06:22-08:09- How ThirdEye uses feedback from first responders when creating these AR Glasses and making the technology user friendly.
08:10- 09:24-Focusing on B2B space because the ROI is very high for enterprise, however B2C AR is coming in the near future.
09:25-11:24- AR Glasses in the movie business. And using ThirdEye’s AR Glasses in the education space to help students learn faster.
11:25-13:24 Using AR Glasses to bring up a hologram of friend/family member (may be deceased) to help people connect and reduce loneliness. The HallowEye Platform.
13:25—16:08- Using the HollowEye Platform to be in two places at once.
16:09-18:01- Using ThirdEye’s AR Glasses for more ethical communication.
18:02-19:18- Using ThirdEye’s AR Glasses in the business world, and to rehearse conversations.
19:19-20:20: The next level of immersion with the real world and the virtual world.
20:21- 21:05-Nick’s upcoming TED Talk regarding how AR can help with mental health. And upcoming use case projects.
21:06-23:01Upcoming adaptions to the AR Glasses for military and telecom uses. And ThirdEye’s mission to helping the world and the future of the company.
Kim speaks about working in Cyber Security for a Global Social Media company, best practices for working in the corporate environment, and thoughts on the future of social media.
Topics Covered:
– Getting started with TikTok
– Workplace environment at TikTok
– Day to Day responsibilities
– Skills used on the job
– Cultural differences when working for an international company
– Managers keeping up with trends on TikTok
– TikTok incorporating shopping on its platform
– Favorite TikTok creators
– Thoughts on the future of TikTok and Social Media
Best Practices For Starting Your Own Business and Successful Ways To Build Your Brand with Evan Nierman, CEO of RED BANYAN PR @REDBANYANPR
00:00- 03:17 -How Evan Nierman broke into the Public Relations industry in crisis communications.
03:18-05:21-Learning from previous employers.
05:22-08:24- Starting RED BANYAN PR Firm and the challenges he faced.
08:25-11:47 -How turning down a full time job led to his first big client.
11:48- 14:48-Entrepreneur’s need to understand the challenges ahead.
14:49-17:36-Amazon is a great example of how a long term mindset can build success. And how challenges in life can build growth, development and success.
17:37-19:54- How being uncomfortable can promote growth and fulfillment.
19:55- 22:38-Everyone’s “story” is different, but always pushes yourself will produce success.
22:39-27:28 Finding your passion will lead you down your correct path. But don’t try to find the “next best thing” without a solid plan and purpose behind it.
27:29-33:40- Storytelling is everything. Best practices for social media.
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