TRIFLIX Cast: Recent Episodes
TRIFLIX
The official podcast of Triflix. A creative media studio out of Columbus, Indiana. Hosted by Cole Ankney, Tristan Watkins, and David Baker. Follow their journey as they grow their business and discuss topics like tech, video, photo, and whatever else comes to mind that day. Every other week the team also interviews movers and shakers from their own community. Three entertaining dudes, topical discussions, and guests... What else could you ask for in a podcast?
Steve Jobs' Birkenstock Sandles went up for auction this past week and the team thought about bidding.... But they ended up going for over $200k!? Are they even really his sandles??? Big questions like this and the inside scoop on what it is like running a budding company are answered in this episode. So much of what is seen online is success, which isn't the reality! There are ups and downs when starting something from scratch. To help shed some light on this Tristan and Cole share their day-to-day and what exhausts them most (other than each other haha). The team also brings back the Spinning Wheel of Arguments and ends with how to change color profiles on your Android phone's screen.
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
Watch out, photographers! Videographers are taking over! Maybe...? Only one way to find out. Watch/listen to the episode!!!! The team has a talk about the content race and if it is worth it, how to play nice with algorithms, whether should you be posting every day, and which platforms are their favorites. They also introduce a new segment where they challenge each other to define some video/photo industry terms. This episode is packed full of knowledge so bring your learning hat!
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
On this episode the crew discusses scripts! Do they help, are they needed, does Tristan even like them? WHO KNOWS?! Well... They do, but you'll have to listen to find out! The guys also talk about what they would do if they won the $2.09 billion lottery and why you should not go around licking toads. If that wasn't enough, a new segment gets introduced where Tristan has to guess the plots of famous movies by their names. Spoiler, they find out he has not seen a lot of popular movies... Some award-winning director huh?!
Contracts and lawyers… EW! The team discusses why its important for a media company to use them and what their experience has been like so far. After that the guys introduce a new segment where the team answers questions about the company. For better or worse they get way more than they bargained for! Oh and a petition to see Mr. Beasts birth certificate gets started???
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
On the first guest episode of Season 4, Nick Abstract is back to chat with the team! Nick is a local artist whose use of angles, spray paint, and giant walls are making an impact on cities around Indiana. They chat about the difficulty of painting straight lines on imperfect surfaces, learning to manage the scope of large projects, which art movements have made an impact on his style, the fine lines between creativity and business, how he documents his art experiences, and how Halo (the video game) had a big impact on how he started in art. This one runs a little long, but it is worth it!
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
Phone cameras are getting pretty good. But just how good are they? And how are they making them better? If you have ever found yourself asking these questions then you are in luck! The team discusses many different technologies and factors that play into creating digital images and what that means for your experience when doing so on your phone. And why it might come in handy in certain situations to use a higher-end camera. After they blow your mind with all that knowledge they introduce a new segment, The Wheel of Hot Takes. The guys spin a wheel and argue against each other for things no person ever should. Last but not least, the show is ended with their weekly tip on different mics and their uses. Oh, and did we mention Daniel joins this episode? Well, he does...
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
Camels are going through drive-throughs, the guys dream about owning a van, and our team details why they HATE the Denver airport! It is also time to introduce a new segment called Random Bleeps. Plus, find out how to utilize shadows when shooting portraits. There is a lot going and it's only episode 3... BUCKLE UP!
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
As the guys gain momentum this season, they decided to revisit how Triflix got started. In this episode, they dive into how everyone met, why the company was started, why they chose each other to partner with, and what their first impressions were of each other. There is a lot more to cover, but this is an origins story you do not want to miss! Oh, and the crew decides to discuss what annoys them about Tristan...
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
The wait is over! Welcome to season 4! The Triflix Crew returns to rock your socks off with another season. As the company grows so does the team's ambition for the podcast. And an all-new format will help to keep the guys on track (mostly)... In this episode, they dive into the details of what's new this season, what they've been up to since last season, the sleepy chicken challenge, the 48-hour film project 2022, and the first-ever segment on the Triflix Cast, photo/video tip of the week. This is just the start of what is going to be an amazing Season 4!
Huge thanks to our sponsors, Coffeehouse Five & Passion for Acting Theater Company!
On the final episode of season 3, the team discusses the good and bad of season 3, ideas for season 4, thoughts on the recent Doctor Strange movie, animated shows to watch, Obi-Wan finale, why they should learn Blender or After Effects, and what they are looking forward to when filming for this year's 48-Hour Film Project.
Thank you all so much for listening to this past season! We are planning to only be gone a month then we will be back with season 4. Which will be better than ever!
Excuse me, sir... Is that cocaine in your wheelchair?! This week's episode the WHOLE Triflix team is present! Tristan joins by phone from the beach and Daniel takes David's chair. Join them as they discuss a job that changed how the company operates, their new website, lessons learned shooting for Coffeehouse Five Coffee Shop, thoughts on Apple's WWDC 2022 event, and we find out who Kyle Passkeys is.
The team has been ultra busy and with Tristan getting ready to take ANOTHER vacation they decided to lock in a riff cast. This one actually turned out for once haha! The guys talk about their thoughts and details on the Johnny Depp case outcome, the first episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi, and go deep on Marvel movies to expand on why you love or hate the characters. We promise there are no spoilers! Oh... and sorry for the topical subject word vomit...
Gather all of the Josh's and everything will make sense! Or not... Doesn't make a difference to these 3 goofballs. This week, the team discusses Tristan's horrible online security, the guys who are taking the fight to spam callers, the new method of spamming, the team's favorite movies, what in the world are online cookies, how to ads work on the interwebs, and everyone shares their reoccurring dreams. They also introduce something new, a segment called Random Bleeps. This is an awesomely fun exercise where whoever edits this show can make a totally normal conversation sound like the room is full of drunken sailors. Enjoy!
The team welcomes guest, Jeremy Tredway on this week's episode! They chat with Jeremy about growing up in Nashville Indiana, how he started his car detailing business, what got him into the real estate industry, his new YouTube channel, and go through his whole mycase rap sheet. All the expected shenanigans are also present! Including knife toes and spaghetti hair...
Tristan is on vacation so Cole and David decided to take over this episode. So grab your tech nerd hat! Because that is pretty much all these two talk about... The guys get into Tik Tok time travelers, how Cole sold David on the Meta Quest VR Headset, the death of the iPod, their smartphone addictions, and what the team has done to upgrade the studio recently. Please don't skip this one...
Disclaimer! The team failed to schedule a guest for this week... So you are stuck with them for 2 weeks in a row! On this episode, the guys talk about Cole's new Meta Quest VR Headset, why Facebook is shutting down its podcast platform, the nostalgia of Nintendo products, and how Tristan almost ended up on a list. Oh and please stop carrying knives that look like guns...
Potato grenade?! This is one explosive episode! Just kidding haha... The team gets down to business on this week's episode, discussing new equipment, clearing out their server, saving their backs, their first event appearance, and a road trip they got paid to take! Oh, and a certain someone bought Twitter. But you already knew that...
On this episode, the team is joined by bike shop owner and local real estate agent, Quincy Robinson! This guy does it all! From mountain biking to cooking, to red light therapy and selling houses. Find out what is motivating him to continue being an entrepreneur and maybe a couple of other TMI items... Enjoy the episode!
Pizza stabbings and FPV drones?! On this episode, the team discusses Go Pro's new camera, their first use of our Ronin 4D, the research they have been doing to help improve the podcast, David's open-source home automation, Elon getting sued by Twitter board members, and panties on ceiling fans. Yes, we said ceiling fan...
The team at Triflix has a special episode for you this week! As soon as they sit down the guys start the recording. This means a lot of things get recorded and don't make it to the final show. This episode is a compilation of all the unreleased footage/audio from the last 16 episodes! It isn't their longest episode, but it is pretty darn funny!
Some days you just need a little cheering up... Maybe a surprise? If this is what you are looking for, then look no further! On this episode, the team gets a surprise visit by a guest from an earlier episode. They discuss the new Batman movie, the team's new camera & audio gear, Cole's bad movie experience over the weekend, and debate whether a giraffe would survive a nuke. Listen/watch to find out who visits the team!
So the team decided to invent something new... Bring your daughters to the podcast day!! Join the team and Cole's kids, Lydia & Elsie on this special guest episode! They talk about the girls wanting their own YouTube Channel, who is Flat Stanley, everyone's favorite colors, how good of dancers they are, fidget toys, and how to make silly sounds into the mics. Plus they answer some kid would you rather questions! Don't miss this one-of-a-kind episode!
SPOILER CAST! The Team talks about The Book of Boba Fett! David finally got around to watching the series, so they can now discuss the good, bad, and AI. Although this is most of the episode, they also chat about stealing Naruto, why companies suck, Robert Downey Jr. money, Robert Pattinson Batman, what Pete Davidson did to Kanye, and the Dunning Kruger Effect.
On this episode, the team is joined by Scott Hundley, a board-certified Christian Counselor. So, the whole team takes a seat on the couch and prepares to spill all their innermost secrets... JUST KIDDING! But, they do discuss how Scott came to be a counselor, his past jobs, how he is helping his community, what he does at CCC & CDT, his experience in corrections, and how social media is affecting society. Plus he plays us out with some surprise guitar!
Watch out! Space junk is headed your way! AHAHAHA! On this episode, find out why the team is sad for the moon, why Apple shouldn't make a toothbrush, what is Trump's new social media platform, how Elden Ring has become such a hit, and why the guys gave up half of their company.
On this episode, the Team is graced with the presence of the one, the only, John Bundick! Another returning guest from season 1! This time John is looking to the future as he explains his most recent endeavor, The Foundation For Law Enforcement Chaplaincy. What is Chaplaincy you ask? Well, the team was curious too! John explains this as well as what name his son should've had, wedding stories, and why he is starting his own non-profit organization. Of course, there are plenty of laughs and good times sprinkled in on what ended up being the longest episode we have released this season!
Explicit... To be or not to be? That is the question. On this episode, the team cleans up David's dirty mouth, debate film vs. podcast rating systems, share their Instagram success story, drool over new lights, and explain why tutorial videos left and why they are now coming back! Oh, and if you could smell like a french fry, would you?
Hmm... Something seems familiar? OH! Abhi has returned to the podcast for a second time! Join the team as they discuss his most recent project, a short film name Permission that he directed. That's not all! They discuss Abhi's future, his paintings, and Tristan's role as the sound guy on Abhi's set. And yes Cole was missing this episode. He was busy having a baby!
Watch out, Zuck! The team is entering the Metaverse! Well... Maybe? On this episode, the guys talk about, NFT's, Triflix's place in the Metaverse, post-lockdown traffic, short-form vertical content, violence in content, and the Spotify debacle. And for some reason, Tristan is wielding a hammer for most of the show?
Did you know that the team at Triflix made an award-winning film? Well, they did! And on this episode, the co-stars of that film, Derek and Elise Baker join the team to talk about their experience. Oh, and they also happen to be the siblings of Triflix's own David Baker! So there is a lot this group discussed, like what it was like growing up together, running into their mom on a film set, playing each other's love interest, the process of writing and filming Nuts About You, and each of them dives into their backgrounds of film and plays. So join the family and enjoy the episode!
If the multi-verse exists, what does Triflix look like in an alternate universe? If you have been asking yourself this question, the team has an answer! Join the guys as they discuss reading an official Marvel script, Tristan's roots, viral house pictures, dropped cameras, how Cole learned Final Cut, and how not to shoot people on set. This Team Cast is not one to miss!
On this episode, the team sits down with Nick "Abstract" Smith. Nick is a local artist that utilizes paint and abstract shapes to create eye-catching, futuristic works of art. Once you see a piece of his, the style is unmistakable. And he just so happens to be an awesome person to chat with! Nick and the team discuss how he got into art, urban exploration, his love of Indy, how he acquired a studio recently, and go deep into color theory. Oh, and did we mention he is color blind?! This is a longer-than-usual episode but worth the listen!
It might be time for the team to hire an in-house therapist after this episode! The guys discuss a recent "incident" in the office and how they worked through it. Plus, how it translates into being in a creative field. After getting to the root of their daddy issues, it was time for a little camera talk. Listen to find out what camera they are planning to buy this year.
Get ready to enter the... TEO EXPERIENCE! In this episode, we sat down with a long-time friend of the team here at Triflix, Andrew Teo. Andrew shares how he met his wife, the ins and outs of metal welding, his history with Triflix, and David brings a mystery box of childhood items to jog a couple of memories.
Everybody learns from mistakes... right? Well, the team at Triflix definitely tries to! On the first team only episode of season 3 the guys discuss the new podcast studio, mistakes from the past year that have taught them new techniques, what not to say when calling clients, and bad times to use a shutter.
Join the Triflix Crew in the official first episode of season 3! Their new studio is up, running, and ready for plenty of new content! In this episode, they introduce their newest (and first) employee, Daniel Morgan. Find out how he came to work for Triflix, his personal journey, and how he was able to change his mindset and set goals.
Welcome to Season 3! Just kidding... The team had originally intended for this episode to be the first of the new season, but as usual, things did not go as planned. But, they did not want this episode to go to waste! So enjoy this bonus episode where the guys talk about their experience during the 48 Hour Film Project and a run-in with an angry human.
Yeah, we know this episode is late... BUT! This is our final episode of Season 2! The team talks about what they are planning for Season 3, what is bing bong, keyboards, cinema cameras, company goals, Wix partnership, and what services they have stopped offering and why. Buckle up though! The team was exhausted and this episode had no outline. A certain someone has a breakdown midway through... Enjoy and we will see you in Season 3!
WOOP WOOP! Another episode! This time the team dives into right to repair and what it means for consumers. They also try to propose a solution? After that, they get into Amazon hacks, HoloLens, Android software, VR vs. AR, and Tristan shares a story about how we lost over 4 years of project data!
Gather around everyone... It's story time! The team has been working hard and experiencing a lot lately. With that comes trials and lessons learned on the job. Tune in for longboard wreaks, losing footage, falling in the mud, lock picking, Adobe problems, and life-saving bread.
Triflix is growing! And the team is tired... In this episode, the team discusses their workload and what they are doing to manage the growth of Triflix. They also talk about the problems with planned obsolescence and why YouTuber's are calling themselves "minimalists". This is a good one for those starting a business or running into problems while trying to expand!
We can't be the only ones who enjoy a good deep thought session in the shower?! In this episode, the team discusses being on set and what you can do to make your subjects comfortable in an interview setting. This, of course, leads to other tangents, like blue light filter glasses. Don't let the intro fool you! This one is not about how to open a wine bottle...
As filmmakers, the team at Triflix is always on the search for the next best camera. Recently they learned of a possible new camera from DJI that could change everything! On this episode, the team discusses what features their perfect camera would/could need and give a behind-the-scenes on their recent company update video.
Sit down, strap in, and prepare yourselves! The team talks about recent projects and what they have learned since venturing into film and photo. Your ears will be glued to your speakers as everyone chimes in on how efficient the company has become, and don't even get them started on cameras... One might start to believe that Triflix knows what they are doing! Maybe...
Well... That escalated quickly. The team finally decides to fire their weakest link ON THE PODCAST! Once that is taken care of the team discusses hating Beeple, flying POV drones, honest YouTuber's, lavalier vs. shotgun mics, and dive into which headphones are the best.
Ok, one more phone podcast… The Team discusses the new Asus ROG Gaming Phone and it sparks conversations over, charging methods, docking your phone as a computer, the new wave of phone CPUs, and the port-less iPhone rumors. Thankfully it doesn’t stop there! Eventually, they move on to explain deep fakes, NFT’s, Valheim, and give a sneak peek of their new video series.
00:00 Intro
01:11 Neanderthals & The Film Industry
02:11 Rule of Thirds
02:42 How We Prepare for the Podcast
03:09 NFT’s
11:32 ARM Chips
12:13 Asus ROG Phone/Docking Your Phone
18:17 Samsung Dex
21:16 Docking Stations/More Phone Stuff
29:42 Port Less iPhone/Charging Specs
36:01 Deep Fakes
48:08 Valheim Video Game “Problem”
55:09 Never Growing Up
56:38 New Video Series Announcement
1:01:23 Outro
Get excited for another super fantastical episode of the TRIFLIX CAST! In this episode the team is thrust into debates and conversations that include, but are not limited to: Dogecoin, BlockChain, banning Grand Theft Auto, project management software, and how AI is being used in their industry.
00:00 Intro
01:45 Random Tags
02:15 We Have an Outline
02:40 Project Management Software (Trello, Monday.Com)
12:25 Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Blockchain
18:35 Crypto Art
22:44 Nord VPN “Unofficial Sponsor”
23:29 AI Rotoscoping (EbSynth & Adobe)
34:13 Is AI Ruining the Creative Process?
43:38 BlockChain Everything!
46:38 Grand Theft Auto Ban + The Legality of Art
1:02:04 How Long Have We Gone?
1:02:33 David Picks
1:02:50 Daft Punk Breakup
1:05:00 Outro
We are sure you have found yourself wondering… Is the whole Triflix Team made up of nerds? The answer is yes. And this episode proves it. Join the team as they explain how a small production company can produce shots like the “big guys”, dive into a deep discussion on the current state of our countries internet, and compare Samsung’s One UI to stock Android. These topics and more on this episode of TRIFLIX Cast!
0:00 Cold Open
0:31 Intro
2:53 Learning from the world
6:48 Creatively Show Complex Ideas
22:10 Jank Tripod
26:09 Why Daniel Schiffer Stands Out
30:11 Do We Need 4k on Mobile
32:44 Streaming Compression
34:26 YouTube Compression
36:28 Comcast's Monopoly
39:07 Starlink's Viability
43:33 Mobile vs Home Internet
44:46 How Many Gigabytes Does Your Company Own
46:16 Phone Storage, Backups, and AI
55:39 Samsung UI vs Stock Android
1:02:11 Gamestop Stock and Linus
1:05:05 The End
After taking a break in 2020, WE ARE BACK! It's like Kanye says, "Work it, make it, do it, makes us harder, better, faster, stronger". And that's the goal with season 2 of Triflix Cast. Join Tristan and new co-host Cole as they catch you up to speed on company updates and stories from their most recent projects, with some good ol' Triflix Crew humor sprinkled in as well.
Intro: 0 – 1:00
Cole is Here 1:01 – 2:08
Podcast Update 2:09 – 3:10
Where’s Ben? 3:11 – 5:46
Stuck Together 5:45 – 5:55
What’s New 5:56 – 8:30
The Partnership 8:31 - 13:52
Long-Winded Podcast 13:53 – 15:09
Podcast Update (Just Kidding) 15:10 – 15:52
Recent Projects 15:53 – 16:01
What’s BTS? 16:02 – 16:35
Levi Sullivan 16:36 – 16:45
There’s a Tree Behind Cole 16:46 – 17:12
Vitalion (48 Hour Film) 17:13 - 31:04
Scott’s Tots 31:05 – 34:09
More Vitalion 34:10 – 35:24
Which Order to Watch 35:25 – 36:02
Coach’s Cutz 36:03 – 42:14
Audi Car Commercial 42:15 – 47:49
Wrap Up on Shoots/Organizing/Website 47:50 – 49:59
David’s Here 50:00 – 51:21
Sponsor Us? 51:22 – 52:01
Podcast Update #2 52:02 – 55:24
Spencer 55:25 – 56:20
One Day/Outro Chat 56:21 – 57:24
Stories for Next Time 57:25 – 58:03
Where/When to Listen/Watch 58:04 – 59:15
Ending 59:16 – 59:45
In the creative industry, whether that be music or any other of the arts, it can be hard to be calm, collected, or calculated. Liliana Hearns sits down with her husband, Taurus, to talk about the growing patterns and pains of being married to a music artist, as well as what every day life looks like for them.
As flawed humans, we go through life bending left and right with wherever the wind blows us. In other words, we let the thoughts of other dictate our life. Taurus Hearns & Livingston "LG" Gordon from Hillzion Records talk about their passion for rap, their bigger passion for God, the ministry they have been called to by Him, and the struggles in between.
Why do we do the things we love? Because it makes us happy? Nioca Johnston dives into the true why behind her amazing cake business, explaining how her main source of motivation comes from bringing un-rivaled joy to her customers.
Life is full of difficult circumstances that are challenging in many different ways. Failure often become scary to most people. Anthony Blair sits down to share his testimony and encourage us to embrace failure when it comes, and learn to use lessons learned during trials to our advantage.
In life, we are pushed through many trials and tribulations. It's how we respond that determines our level of success after we are knocked down. Derick Grant shares his story of major success, as well as major setback and failure, in hopes that he can encourage people to choose have a thankful perspective in life.
Advancements through history often have led to changes and progression in styles of learning and growth. Ryan Furr dives into his own growth as a musician and media producer, covering the different mediums he has used to learn certain skills that translate into his career.
Sometimes producing can be hard for creative individuals, sometimes they just hit a wall. Ridge Harris sits down to expand on how people around him, especially his close friends and family, have influenced and inspired him to break past the barriers and find his creative niche.
The younger generation is the most important generation due to the massive amount of potential for growth and success. John Bundick sits down this week to talk about his passion for cultivating the youth of his community in the most uncommon way, challenging them to live courageously different from the toxic societal norms of today.
When serving as a part of a non-profit or ministry designed to help those around you in the community, there are things that breed more importance than others. Randy Allman and Diane Doup sit down to share how, from the beginning, it has been of utmost importance that they aim to create meaningful and lifelong relationships through the work of Lincoln Central Neighborhood Family Center and Yes Cinema.
Sometimes bad decisions and deterrent influences can place us as humans in certain positions that feel like rock bottom. John and Leah Sandlin Explain how they work through multiple different ministries to help people get back on their feet AND continue to thrive.
In order to reach goals we set for ourselves, we must sacrifice in other areas of our life. Adam Carandang expands on the idea that, "If you essentially just keep working toward your goals, not giving up, you will eventually reach them."
There is a point in every journey where one has to decide whether or not to push forward in the face of adversity. Autumn Lee talks about her struggles that have come along with juggling passions for both her 9-5, and her Apple Watch band business.
People all around us constantly need help, whether they ask for it or not. Caleb Lowe talks about his heart for helping those in need, being the person his friends can count on, and finding a good balance of being helpful, but not used for his kindness.
Sometimes life throws you curveballs, plans change and people change. It's what you do in these times that determines what you will become. Ben Gluntz hops on this week's podcast to talk about photography, business, psychology, and everything in-between.
Coming fresh out of college, there are so many different routes one's life can go. Collin Ebel sits down to chat about how starting his own company has affected his day-to-day life in many different areas, especially with freedom of schedule.
Sometimes in life, we are better off pursuing our passions wholeheartedly, trusting our full potential. Luke Reks discusses events in his life that have caused him to have a courageous mindset when it comes to business, entrepreneurship, & philanthropy.
The more we progress in society, the more ways become available to monetize and make a career out of hobbies. Wolfgang Huser takes time this week to chat about his journey with Twitch Streaming.
In business and entrepreneurship, personal connection and branding are the driving force for success. Jeremy Miller shares his story of incredible personal growth and success at a young age and advice on how to reach your potential as a human being.
Everything happens for a reason. Trials are just a lesson meant to be learned in the grand curriculum of life. Cole Ankney sits down this week to share how the trials he has faced in his life have affected his business, faith, and family.
The world seems to throw everything our way to try and stop us from chasing dreams, but it's what we do at those low points that determines our success. Josiah "DrJoJo" Oetjen sits down this week to talk about his road to success in the NBA 2KLeague.
There are points where we all struggle and fall short of your ideals, but our struggles aren't what define us. Brian Kendrick and Tristan Watkins discuss addiction, recovery, and hope.
Everyone has creative aspirations, getting started can be the hardest step. Abhishek Satham and Tristan Watkins discuss how they got started in filmmaking and the steps Abhi took to win several awards for his latest 48 Hour short film “The Last Note.”
Finding what you enjoy in life is key to self actualization. In this episode, David Baker and Tristan Watkins discuss how the the things they enjoyed in their youth drove them into their current fields. A pilot episode for the creative podcast to come.