wow a lot of plates spinning there , good to know where all the folding green is but would do my head in :) . Does the interview audio get any post work, Ive just been amazed at what AI software can do now for voice Iso and BG noise reduction. I don't worry about any normal level, BG fan / fridge / AC / light fans , noise these days.

Never tracked my net worth. Very interesting breakdown. Thanks for sharing!

"Please sit on the throne for your interview in our van, if you need to relieve yourself we will provide a privacy curtain" lol I have seen this type of set in trailers with the TV behind the talent etc. This is a good idea and offers flexibility when you need a more controlled environment.

The Oktava sounds great, but it really picks up the handling noise. Watching this on a 5.1 setup, it really kicked the subs into high gear.

Awesome insights as always, thanks for sharing!!

Never thought of tracking net worth. I think I’ll add this to my structure. Really appreciate you sharing this info. It’s a huge help for me to have context.

How do you feel about keeping gear in the car week in week out from an ambient heat perspective. I know with garden sheds n other in general here in Australia, we like to keep the doors open when home all day on sunny days to allow airflow, otherwise it's an oven that really seems to degrade of lot of gear (non video production) we have in our 2 x sheds. Similarly I hate having a screen or camera in a car during the day if not open or attended, not just from a security POV but also from a heat / impact perspective. Also curious if you think it affects cam battery longevity. I imagine you've not really noticed any outstanding issues, but just curious if it's something you've experienced when in Texas or Cali?

Good stuff, didn’t know Beck had the coding bug! Macro lens and some solder smoke in next episode? (Start negotiating now on royalties if he uses your name on his line of accessories)

That Oktava sounds great. At least from my iPhone

Happy New Year! Spent my entire morning and half of my afternoon filming the Rose Parade here in Southern California.

Happy New Year!

This is a great idea for motivation but also a little scarey to contemplate looking at tbh. You have a lot of plates spinning David! You seem to have a great understanding of business from my very limited perspective.

Happy New Year!

I'm late 40's. Started out in network TV mainly studio and OB cam dep early 2000's. Have done it all since. Purchased a bunch of XDCams and trained up young guns over the years and now mostly manage our clients, crew and equipment from the office. Back has had it, pain not worth the money shooting HH any longer. Still do occasionally get out and shoot the more interesting gigs that come in just to keep up appearances.

Was that a Diamond bro in the video?

Totally agree with no identifying logos and keeping gear hidden. Part of why I like having a sedan with a big boot. I’m always a little perplexed when you see “Company Name Productions” on the side of a vehicle, maybe it’s more of a flex.

Dude, this is what I want to do! Congrats on the build and success.

7:49, like what style, did i hear that correctly

what SDI to web cam converter do you use

Very efficient! But as someone who has had to sleep on the claustrophobic top bunk of a low-roof Kenworth truck, that coffin roof bed is bringing back some memories!

I aspire to have the minimalism workflow of your buddy Rich! Of course, you guys have different services and workflows but I like the efficiency and his ability to bounce between local and airline. It's funny seeing the rogue vct plate there, I can never find a good spot to put mine. This is legos for adults. Legos that make money. I love it.

I’m really contemplating trading my pickup truck in for another cargo van. A few years ago, I did the opposite and traded a Sprinter in for a Ram 1500 because I needed to be able to carry 2-4 passengers but also carry equipment, be able to do light off-road/field driving, as well as park in parking garages at hotels, but building and tearing down carts and gear for location moves is growing tiring. It would be really nice to just roll a couple of Magliners out of the back. With your Transit Connect, was there anything you didn’t like about it? It looks like it’s much more of a camera van than a G&E van, but if you didn’t need a sleeping bunk, would you have kept the Transit?

Great video. Do you have a pre-filter for the DC to DC converter?

do any of the gear manufacturers ever reach out to you for input?

Get a fake sticker on the side of the truck that reads "Prisoner Transport vehicle" if you want thieves to leave you alone. I know you said in the past you have family in Texas. Is that why you left California for Texas?

Merry Christmas/Holiday! C

Better than Netflix!

A great insight Dave. What I found funny is that I have watched so many of your videos that I pretty much know every single thing in there apart from the power distribution. I need to get out more!

Hey hope you and your had a Merry Christmas. Love this channel and all your vids. Have a Happy New Year!

Which Quickbook plan are you on? Im trying to decide where to start.

Getting a drink holder to work on my Flowtech has been a challenge.

100% agree after the shoot when they say "how did it go?" Shut your mouth even if it went bad. People remember how they felt not necessarily exactly what was said. They already know how it went because they were there. They want you to help them feel good. And if you're past the point of camera's cutting, you're not going to re-record. So at that point, it is what it is.

I do a similar thing which I call the second interview. From the beginning I tell clients that I let them conduct the interview and that I want a fresh perspective where they tell it to me as if I don't know anything about their business and since I don't know them they tell me in a fresh new way. A lot of times clients, like you said, love conducting the interviews, but it just doesn't turn out well for the edit. And that's why I love doing the second interview. Also, it gives you a chance to blame it on compliance and excusing your second interview as being more off the cuff since they already have the first interview that matches compliance with everything in the proper way they were supposed to answer it. So the second interview can be more casual.

Hey, thanks so much for going through your process of making the vlogs and coming up with what you're talking about. I think it's really helpful. I appreciate it. I think one of the unspoken benefits of doing a vlog looking back you have an archive of you and your son together traveling which you will only cherish more and more over the years

You know no joke last week I fell backwards outta my desk chair. So beck shouldnt feel too bad lol.

Thanks for another useful vid. How do you find the onstage cart? I’ve heard lots of people complain about the wheels but seeing you using it a while make me think it might be alright.

@6:35 nice kit! @14:35 I hate how expensive the Sanken screens are 😞Last time I needed to buy it I got lucky finding a couple secondhand to buy, so much cheaper than a big 10 pack brand new

The rapport you have with your son is inspirational, and good on him for being willing to get stuck in

Why don't you bring out your FX3 or FX9 for this? Too expensive?

Your videos are extremely inspiring and useful for a dude who's just "really" getting started freelancing in this industry... keep it up! Great content

Thanks for the info on those headsets used by the commentators. Just had a look at those. Audio Technica BPHS1 right? Is the headset splitter receiving a mixdown of both commentators from the sound devices?

can you share a link for this webcast? thanks!

It might make an interesting episode if you ever got the chance to visit the control rooms back at the TV station.

you ever use a wireless transmiter for IFB?

The reefer for your van, find a good quality large truck stop or even a Bucke's, They should have them in stock

Hay, I ditched my Live U during Helene here in Western NC. The a near total loss of most of the Cellular services, my Star Link saved my bacon. As more more reporters move to using their smart phones for live news feeds, the cellular bandwidth has become unusable with the Live U or TVU. I am star link all the way and I only pay $50.00 for 50 Gig a month.

Good heads up on those Sanken windscreens. I just bought a used COS11D off of Ebay, great deal, great shape but it was missing the windscreen. For some unknown reason, B&H and Amazon only sell the 10 packs. I found a single windscreen from Dependable Expendables, the first one they sent was smashed in the mail so they got me out a replacement the next day, great customer service. It's good to know that those cheapo foam ones work ok though too.

01:27 your son looks a bit tired haha :D nice video as always

I have a starlink mini on my van and its great. You can get a plan with limited data for $50/month (the hardware costs extra). Such a great tool for those exact situations like what you are in here on the ranch.

I use Imaginary Teleprompter. It’s 100% free. I am in no way affiliated. I just love it.