Unlock the Future of Creativity and Tech: How Richard Carey Bridged Media Evolution from Hollywood Backlots to AI MasteryRichard Carey has spent decades riding every major tech shift in media—from film and TV to web development, game-based learning, digital marketing, and AI. In this episode of Film Tech and Finance, he shares how he spotted the opportunities behind disruptive change early, built a career across multiple industries, and now helps businesses use AI as a practical, creative partner.From the early internet and e-commerce to today’s AI-driven workflows, Richard explains how adaptability has shaped his work and why the smartest way to stay relevant is to learn how to work with technology instead of resisting it. He also breaks down how AI can accelerate research, streamline business processes, and unlock new opportunities for creators, consultants, and entrepreneurs.In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• How Richard anticipated major media and tech shifts before they became mainstream
• Why AI is most powerful when used as a partner, not a replacement
• How businesses can use AI to solve workflow problems and improve results
• The value of remote work, global collaboration, and flexible business models
• Why future-proofing your work starts with understanding the right tools for the job

Richard also discusses his work at RCDM Studio, where he helps clients navigate AI productively and build smarter systems for growth. Whether you’re a filmmaker, creator, business owner, or just trying to keep up with rapid change, this episode offers a grounded, practical perspective on where media and technology are headed next.If you want to understand how innovation, creativity, and business strategy

In this episode of Film Tech and Finance, we sit down with filmmaker turned brand strategist Jake Isham, a creative who has helped more than 150 entrepreneurs and major brands turn expertise into authority through powerful storytelling.Jake shares how he went from acting and directing to building a content agency focused on helping entrepreneurs strengthen their personal brands. He breaks down why content is not just about going viral, but about building trust, staying top of mind, and creating real business opportunities. We also talk about the difference between entertainment content and business content, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how creators can use social media strategically without sacrificing quality.The conversation also goes into AI, filmmaking tools, and the business side of being an artist. Jake explains how he uses AI for research, systems, and repetitive tasks while keeping creative work human. We discuss the realities of building a company, the role of collaboration, and why technical skill, business thinking, and creative practice all matter for modern filmmakers and content creators.If you’re a filmmaker, entrepreneur, content creator, or brand builder looking to grow your audience and communicate with more authority, this episode is packed with practical insight.In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Jake Isham built a career across filmmaking and branding
• Why personal brands matter for businesses and entrepreneurs
• The difference between viral content and effective brand content
• How AI can support creative businesses without replacing creativity
• Why consistency, collaboration, and practice are essential for growth

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Unlock the Future of Video Content with AI-Powered Discovery — instantly find and repurpose footage at lightning speed
Tired of wasting hours digging through massive archives for that perfect shot? What if AI could do the heavy lifting for you — making content discovery seamless, fast, and smarter than ever?In this episode, Phil Petitpont, CEO of Moments Lab, reveals how his platform is transforming the media landscape. By marrying multimodal AI with clever search algorithms, he’s helping top broadcasters and content owners turn dormant archives into revenue-generating machines. Whether you’re dealing with petabytes of footage or just want to get your social clips out faster, Phil’s insights will change the way you think about video management.You’ll discover:

• How AI's understanding of images, speech, and context is enabling search at a scale never dreamed of — no matter how vast your library
• The secret behind their discovery agent that finds the moments you didn’t even know existed
• How content in multiple locations—cloud, local storage, or social media—can all be unified and analyzed effortlessly
• The revolutionary approach to permanently owning your metadata and the analyzed insights — free from vendor lock-in
• The future of automated content activation, editing, and real-time social media repurposing

This episode is essential listening if you’re a media professional struggling with content overload, a content creator wanting to speed up your workflow, or an organization keen to maximize your archive’s value. With AI developing faster than ever, those who adapt now will dominate the future of storytelling.Join us to explore the game-changing tools reshaping video production and discover how your content can work smarter, not harder—faster, richer, and more profitable.Guest credibility:
Phil Petitpont is CEO of Moments Lab, a pioneer in AI-driven video understanding, with deep roots in broadcast engineering and a mission to revolutionize content discovery and repurposing on a global scale.