Episodes
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My guest today is the return of Grammy-winning engineer and Mixer Steve Chadie. Steve has worked on projects for Willie Nelson, Los Lonely Boys, Particle Kid, and Supersuckers.
In this episode, we discuss
The Shroom Room
Rupert Neve Design
The Well-Behaved Self
Potty Mouth
Too Much Truck Time
Denton, Texas
Titty Bingo
Expanding Client Base
Management
Painfully Introverted
Networking
Willie Nelson
Leaving the Nest
College Ball
Leaving Texas
Making it Work
Being Challenged
Time to Make The Doughnuts
The Inner Asshole
Staying Invisible
Wendel Junior
Missle Command
Low Maintenance Living
Ikigai
Free Work
Gig Snagging
Legal Pads
Mold Sickness
Recalls
Thinking About Quitting
The Loudness Button
Commitment
Willing to Learn
Nighttime Calm
Financial Advice
Sharing Knowledge
Matt's Rant: Tune Out
Links and Show Notes
Steve's Site
Steve's first episode
Titty Bingo
Credits
Guest: Steve Chadie
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is Producer/Engineer/Songwriter, Ryan Ordway. Ryan runs The Studio Portland and has worked with 98.9 WCLZ Studio Z Series, The Heavy Heavy, Gregory Alan Isa Kov, Nature Valley, and actor Xander Berkeley.
In this episode, we discuss
Central New Hampshire
Music Learned Via Camping
Being Connected Technologically
The Rembrandts
Fallback Plan
LA Kicking his Ass
Not Going to Berklee School of Music
Starting on Tape
Home Studio Struggles
Moving to Portland
Clear Lines Between Home and Work
Studio Portland
Facelift for an Old Studio
Portland Music Scene
Speaker Choice
Ready to Record
Client Trends
Mark Rubel
Focusing on the Client
Songwriter Perspective
Matt's Rant: Food for Thought
Links and Show Notes
The Studio Portland
Pete Morse on WCA
Todd Hutchison on WCA
Jason Phelps on WCA
Mark Rubel on WCA
Kevin Becka on WCA
Credits
Guest: Ryan Ordway
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest today is Producer/Engineer/Mixer Andy Nelson. Andy has worked on projects for Pain of Truth, 200 Stab Wounds, Fireworks, Primitive Man, Never Ending Game, Full of Hell, Dead in the Dirt, Gridiron, Harms Way, Weekend Nachos, and Inclination.
Andy is also the guitarist of Weekend Nachos, Singer/Guitarist of Dust Muscle, and bassist of Like Rats, a self-described art education dropout and a former synthesizer tech.
In this episode, we discuss
Early Days
Middle-Class Western Household
School band
Columbia College
Getting Serious About Audio
Recording Friends
Pricing
Music Industry's Challenges
Financial Realities
Postal Workers
Imposter Syndrome
Partnership with Pete Grossman
Chasing Other Sounds
Wedding Invitations
Navigating Financial Waters
Future Plans
Financial Tips
Matt's Rant: Pricing
Links and Show Notes
Bricktop Recording
Weekend Nachos
Credits
Guest: Andy Nelson
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is Mix Engineer Fernando Reyes. Fernando has worked on projects for The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Bob Dylan, Aerosmith, Fabio Capri, ARIZONA, and Idina Menzel. He has also spent the last 7.5 years as Michael Brauers' assistant.
In this episode, we discuss
Lima, Peru
Exposure to Computer Recording
Early Recording
Leaving Lima
Challenging Cultural Norms
PowerPoint
Planning Ahead
Therapy
Full Sail
Flying Solo
Adulting
Life in a Different Language
Grandparents Spoiling
Friends
Alternaitves to School
Electric Lady Studios
General Assistant
Michael Brauer
Longevity
Raising Questions
Thrown Into the Deep End
Doing His Own Thing
Lessons Learned
ATMOS
New York to Miami
Watering The Seeds
Having Family Close
Taking Meetings
Building Community
Management
Matt's Rant: The Gear We Choose
Links and Show Notes
Fernando's Site
Michael Brauer on WCA
Credits
Guest: Fernando Reyes
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest today is composer, producer, and engineer Lars Deutsch.
Lars has worked with 88 Rising Accura Adidas Amazon Anthony Anderson (Transformers) Blacklist (Trailer) Brett Gelman (Stranger Things) Budweiser California Energy Upgrade CBS Conde Nast (featuring BTS, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Rihanna, Black Pink, Alicia Keys, ASAP Rocky and Dolly Parton, Chris Hemsworth, David Schwimmer, Jessica Chastain, Malin Akerman, Idris Alba, Hillary Duff, Scotty Pippen, Dwayne Haskins, Danielle Brooks, Kendrick Sampson and Billy Eichner) Epson FOX Flying Theater Mexico City Generali Ghostface Killah (Wu-Tang Clan) Intel IRKO Higher Brothers Honda Hyundai Ian McKellen (Lord Of The Rings) James Earl Jones (Darth Vader) Joji Kate Micucci (Scrubs, Big Bang Theory) Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid's Tale) Katie Melua Keith Ape Keke Palmer (Hustlers) Lewis Hamilton Magic Wands MBL Mercedes Neckermann Niki Nowness (Louis Vuitton) Oreos Palm Springs Film Festival Patrick Williams Paul Alexander Juutilainen Philip Rivers (NFL quarterback) Philips Rachel Shelley (Deep State) Red Bull Rich Brian Ruinart Stephen King's The Passenger Tencent The Martian (trailer) The Masked Singer Toyota Voices for Children VW Wink Martindale (Tic-Tac-Dough)
In this episode, we discuss
Heavy Metal and Soccer
Classical Music
Excited About Guitar
Studying in London
Composition
Audio Branding
Impact Mixing
Berlin
German Stereotypes
Love of Los Angeles
Brute Force Network
Working with Irko
Mixing on His Own
Prodixing
Development
Cash Flow
Always Working
Flagship Projects
Pricing
Voice Doubles
Credits
Revisions
Matt's Rant: Always Be Learning
Links and Show Notes
Lar's Site
Credits
Guest: Lars Deutsch
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest today is Grammy-winning producer/mixer/finisher Ken Lewis. Ken has worked on projects for BTS, The Old Kanye, Taylor Swift, and David Byrne.
In this episode, we discuss
Working from Ohio
Playing Guitar at 10
Basement Records at 16
Berklee College of Music
Parents Support
Go Getter Attitude
Talent is the Entry
Moving to New York
Getting Mugged
Soundtrack Studios
Interning Etiquette
Specializing
Cancelling Vacations
Working From Home
Leaving New York
Producing Remotely
Being Perceived as Too Expensive
ATMOS
Running A Little Factory
Having Open Heart Surgery
Getting More Rest
Make More Money Than You Spend
Money Press
Mixing Night
Matt's Rant: Reflecting on Mark Rubel
Links and Show Notes
Mark Rubel WCA #034
Ken's Site
Mixing Night
Credits
Guest: Ken Lewis
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is Grammy-winning engineer Brendan Dekora, who has worked with Nine Inch Nails and Steven Wilson.
In this episode, we discuss
Sibling Music Taste
Marching Snare
Attraction to Audio
Parents Support
CRAS
What You Put In
Moving to LA
Runner Blues
Paying People in Outboard Gear
Building a Portfolio
Raising Your Rates
Charging What You Are Worth
Assistants on the Phone
East West/Cello
Having the Courage to Say Yes
Wearing the Right T-Shirt
Being Ready for the Gig
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
Winning a Grammy
Focusing on Mixing
Working From Home
Recalls
ATMOS
Matt's Rant: The Bigger Picture
Links and Show Notes
Brendan's Site
Brendan's Podcast
Credits
Guest: Brendan Dekora
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is Pete Grossman, Producer/Engineer/Mixer/Mastering Engineer and owner of Bricktop Recording in Chicago, Illinois. Pete has worked with Veil Of Maya, Inclination, Frail Body, Gates to Hell, and Weekend Nachos.
In this episode, we discuss
Library Research
Playing Guitar Upside Down
Guitar Lessons
Jazz Band
Columbia College
Family Building
Family Business
Studio Building
Contractor Pricing
Isolation
Word of Mouth
Low Overhead
Property Taxes
Local Hardcore and Metal
Calendar Management
Covid
Accommodating Clients
Remote Work
18 Years of Business
Balancing Family
Growing Financially
No Console
Future Studio Plans
Chicago Recording Studios
Matt's Rant: Business Continuity
Links and Show Notes
Pete's Studio
Bricktop on Instagram
Credits
Guest: Pete Grossman
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is Producer/Engineer/Composer/Mixer Richard Carrasco, who runs FullWave Studios in Eastvale, California.
In this episode, we discuss
South Los Angeles
Weekend Cleaning
Middle Child
Playing Guitar
Community College
Electrical Engineering Degree
Punk Rock
GODSNATAS
Creating a Label
Book Your Own Fucking Life
Electro Magnetics
US Navy
Freelance Recording
Garage Studio
New Studio Construction
Job Flexibility
Haverstick Designs
Lame Contractors
Taking Over Construction
Sync Libraries
Creating Clinics
Live Instruments for Libraries
Matt's Rant: Update on School
Links and Show Notes
Fullwave on Haverstick Designs Site
Fullwave Studios Site
Richard on Instagram
Credits
Guest: Richard Carrasco
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest today is audio engineer Javi Bañuelos, who has worked with Kayla Von Der Heide, Manantial de Fuego, Daise. , and Kiki Diago, Dreamlover.
In this episode, we discuss
Victorville, CA
Tchad Blake
South Bay
Hawthorne, CA
Sibling Influence
Drumming/Playing in Bands
Old School Parents
Work Ethic
Demos to Records
Mix with The Masters
Losing Sleep
Pricing
Payment Plans
Dayjob Balancing
The Railroad
Communication
Hearing Protection
Growing the Audio Biz
ATMOS
Sonos
Audeze
HEDD
Home Studio
Family Dynamic
Roommates and Neighbors
Word of Mouth
Being an Introvert
Keeping the Family Happy
Justifying Purchases
Matt's Rant: The Cold Hard Truth
Links and Show Notes
Javi on Instagram
Credits
Guest: Javi Bañuelos
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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WCA Live from the PMC Booth at NAMM 2024. My guest is Andrew Scheps. Andrew is a mixing and recording engineer, producer, and record label owner in the United Kingdom. Andrew's work with various artists includes Green Day, Low Roar, Adele, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hosier, My Brightest Diamond, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Jay Z, and Black Sabbath.
In this episode, we discuss
Structure of The Day
Andrew Talks to Awesome People
Carrots and Celery
Imposter Syndrome
Not Living in LA
Mixing Remote
Soundflow
Other Professions
Mailbox Money
Selling Gear
Shopping for Gear
ATMOS
Steve Genewick
Greg Penny
Room Simulation/Virtualization
Self Promotion
Q&A
Memphis Recording Scene
Diversification
Matt's Rant: Getting to Work
Links and Show Notes
PMC
Andrew on Instagram
Andrew on WCA #009
Andrew on WCA #300
Credits
Guest: Andrew Scheps
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
WCA Live from the PMC Booth at NAMM. My guests, Steve Genewick (Paul McCartney, Robert Cray Band, Mary J Blige ) and Brad Wood (Liz Phair, Veruca Salt, Smashing Pumpkins) talk all about ATMOS.
In this episode, we discuss
State of ATMOS 2024
Headphones and Speakers
Home Setups
DIY Aspects
Economics of ATMOS
Stereo Rebuilding
Catalog and Front Line Work
Artist's and ATMOS
Tracking for ATMOS
The Naysayers
Consumer Electronics
Stereo and ATMOS at the Same Time
Delivery
Smaller Rooms
Matt's Rant: Charting Your Own Path
Links and Show Notes
PMC
Brad on WCA #095
Brad on WCA #280
Steve on WCA #070
Steve on WCA #324
Brad's Site
Steve's Site
Credits
Guest: Brad Wood & Steve Genewick
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest is Grammy-winning recording & Mixing Engineer Brian Vibberts, who has worked on projects for Chick Corea, Michael Jackson, Disney, and Metallica.
In this episode, we discuss
Portland, CT
School Band
Chorus
Buying Vinyl
Early Recording Experience
NASA
Shuttle Challenger Accident
Switching Majors
Berklee College of Music
Asking to Be Paid
Parents Business
DJ Business
Right Track Recording
Learning Everyday
Cardboard Patch Bay
The Hit Factory
Getting Fired
Sony
More Skills
Building Confidence
Bruce Swedien
Being Diverse
Moving to Los Angeles
Over Qualified
Home Studio
Navigating LA
Joining Groups
Networking
Working From Home
Dinosaurs
Opportunities
Star Trek
Matt's Rant: Patience
Links and Show Notes
Brian's Site
Brian on Instagram
Credits
Guest: Brian Vibberts
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest is Luke Argilla, a Grammy-nominated Mixer / Music Producer. Luke has worked on projects by Wu-Tang Clan, Summer Walker, and Slauson Malone 1, plus he's a member of the famed Drum and Bass Group Bachelors of Science.
In this episode, we discuss
Bay Area Raised
Playing Guitar at 11
Punk Rock Music
Communications Academy
Hip Hop
Snowboarding
Dr. John Barsotti
Analog at SF State
Working in Tahoe
Deciding on College
The Eureka Moment
Drum and Bass Music
Bachelors of Science
IATSE Local 16 Union
Dolby Labs
Working in ATMOS
ATMOS in Nightclubs
Adventures in Freelancing
Splitting Time between LA and SF
Importance of Family
ATMOS in an Apartment
Getting Work
Matt's Rant: Networking
Links and Show Notes
Luke's Site
Blinq Digital Bix Card
Credits
Guest: Luke Argilla
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest is a Grammy-winning mixer/engineer, David Rideau, who has worked with Janet Jackson, Marcus Miller, Earth Wind and Fire, George Benson, Juan Gabriel, and Boney James.
In this episode, we discuss
The Louisiana Connection
Growing up In Phoenix
Audiophile Dad
Mom's Musical Family
ASU
Social/Psych
The Scully Tape Machine
Arizona State Fair
The US10 Freeway
Audio Workshops
West Lake Pro
The Car Wash Session
Mentoring by Bruce Swedien
80 hour Weeks
All About Relationships
The Wisdom of Jam and Lewis
Recording in Denmark
All Over The Map
Not Being Extravagant
Mixing at Home
Staying in the Box
ATMOS
Janet Jackson ATMOS Work
Stems vs Tracks
No Mobile Rigs
Matt's Rant: Examining the New Year 2024
Links and Show Notes
David's Site
Pablo Muniguia on WCA
Kevin Becka on WCA
Blue Zones
Gut Biome
Credits
Guest: David Rideau
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest is a seven-time Grammy Award-winning Recording and Mixing Engineer, Record Producer, and Director of Music Recording and Scoring at Skywalker Sound, Leslie Ann Jones. This is part 2 of a two-part interview.
In this episode, we discuss
Operating at a High Level
Being Present in a Session
Professionalism
Mix Magazine
Skywalker Sound
George Lucas
Surrounded by Greatness
Knowing Your Limitations
Being Open to Growth
Riding Faders
Institute for Recording Arts
Be Yourself
Finding Mentors
Retirement
Buying an RV
The Importance of Travel
Matt's Rant: Who You Spend Your Time With
Links and Show Notes
Leslie on Linkedin
Leslie's Profile at Skywalker Sound
Credits
Guest: Leslie Ann Jones
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith
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My guest is a seven-time Grammy Award-winning Recording and Mixing Engineer, Record Producer, and Director of Music Recording and Scoring at Skywalker Sound, Leslie Ann Jones.
In this episode, we discuss
Growing up in Beverly Hills
Spike Jones
PA Company
ABC Studios
Capital Studios
Education Via Hi-Fi Mags
Creating Cheat Sheets
The Big Chair
Danny Thomas's House
Going to Rehearsals
Playing with Cousins
Doing Live Sound
Self-Taught Path
Contributing as an Engineer
Tascam Half Inch 4-Track
Sherwood Oaks Experimental College
Enjoying a Challenge
West LA Music
Punching Above Your Weight
The Automatt
Fred Catero
The Bay Area
First Digital Recording
Tony Williams
The Great American Music Hall
Freelancing
Staff Recording Jobs
Synching Machines
Phil Ramone
ISDN
Matt's Rant: Taking Things off Your Plate
Links and Show Notes
Leslie on Linkedin
Leslie's Profile at Skywalker Sound
Credits
Guest: Leslie Ann Jones
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest is Audio Engineer/Producer Jeanne Montalvo, who has worked with Ivy Queen, Making Movies and Ruben Blades, Flor de Toloache, and Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra, Bobby Sanabria, Renee Goust, Erni Lu, and Lucy Kalantari.
In this episode, we discuss
Dominican Republic
Settling in New York
Music in Household
Classically Trained
Distracted by Musicality
Tendonitis
Human Jukebox
Georgia State
Foreign Language Studies
Studying in Barcelona
Starting from Scratch
Falling Asleep on Mackie Manuals
What is a Buss?
AES Paris
Jim Anderson from NYU
The BANNF Center
Tanglewood Festival
Opera Gig
Doing Podcasts
Live from Latino USA
24 Hour Engineer
Classical vs Latin Music Recording
Getting Work
Being a Women in Audio
Needs-Based Audio Gear
Podcasting
Matt's Rant: Persistence
Links and Show Notes
Jeanne on Linkedin
Jeanne on Instagram
Sara Carter WCA #194
Sara Carter WCA #382
Steve Jobs Video #1
Steve Jobs Video #2
Credits
Guest: Jeanne Montalvo
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest is the return of Grammy Nominated producer/engineer Ryan Ulyate, who has worked with Tom Petty, George Harrison, Traveling Wilburys, Mick Fleetwood & Friends, and ELO. Ryan has jumped through the "Imaginary Glass Window" to create a solo record, which we discuss in this episode.
In this episode, we discuss
The Tom Petty Catalog
Making a Solo Record
Planning for ATMOS
Taking on a Different Role
The Imaginary Glass Window
Difficulty in Writing Lyrics
California Song
Putting Things Together
Mastering with Romanowski
The ATMOS Mercedes
1973 Instrumentation
Recording Steve Ferrone
Getting Nominated for a Grammy
ATMOS Downloads
Lessons for Audio Pros Who Write
Blu-Ray
The Japanese Market
Being Aware of Audio Trends
Creature of Habit
Matt's Rant: Staying Calm, Staying Humble
Links and Show Notes
Ryan on WCA #378
Michael Romanowski on WCA #309
Ryan's Record on Immersive Audio Album
Ryan's Record on Apple Music
Ryan's Site
Advice from De Niro
Credits
Guest: Ryan Ulyate
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith -
My guest is Musician, Mixing Engineer, and mobile Music Producer Ady Parzentney from Hit The Road Music Studio. Ady has traveled in a mobile recording studio for five years, supporting local artists. During the pandemic, he stayed two years in Morocco with his life partner Kasia, and together, they created over 40+ Singles, Music Videos, 2 LPs, and 6 Live Shows to keep the music up and running. As a music producer, he has worked with Nani Noam Vazana, Mehdi Nassouli, and Karim Ziad, who plays with bands like Snarky Puppy, Lala Tamar, Omri Mor, and many more.
In this episode, we discuss
Born in Poland
Raised in Germany
Playing in Punk Bands
Living in the Rehearsal Room
DNA and Music
Pure Magic Through Music
Working Young
Parental Acceptance
Hit The Road Music Studio
Recording at 13
Bad Studio Experience
Walking Your Path
Expanding Musical Horizons
Seeing the Sun
Recording in Morocco
The Yes Moment
Van as Vocal Booth
Creating Temporary Studios
Car Maintenance
Working 16 Hours a Day
Focusing on the Positive
Dust and Gear
Recording in the Desert
Warren Huart's Support
File Management
Reaper
Writing a Book
Location Recording
Hiring a Business Coach
Exploring Los Angeles
BMG
Beautiful Mistakes
Music is Community
Matt's Rant: Using What We Have
Links and Show Notes
Ady's Instagram
Ady's Site
Warren Huart on WCA
Credits
Guest: Ady Parzentney
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith - Show more