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Prop Talk

The Official Podcast for the Property Masters Guild.

Each episode will be a frank discussion with Property Masters discussing the nitty gritty of the craft
in all its glory as well as the trials and tribulations, the nuts & bolts of the craft, and conversations with other industry professionals.

Nothing is off the table and the table is full. Join us!

Prop Talk is on holiday hiatus. Join us for a new episode on January 13th 2026 when we return to our regular biweekly schedule with some exciting new guests and hot topics. Subscribe to catch all the episodes when they drop.

Send us your feedback and any topic ideas at Propertymastersguild.org.

The views and opinions expressed on this website are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org.

Copyright: © Copyright 2023 All Rights Reserved

Latest Episodes:

PMG Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 Apr 22, 2025

Show notes

Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters to discuss working on Manufacturing heavy shows and answer questions on the best ways to make and repair certain props.

Hosted by Livi Dom, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Assistant Property Master.

This panel discussion includes:

Brad Elliott, PMG Member and Property Master of the Rebel Moon, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Avatar: The Way of Water, The Muppets Series, Team America World Police.

Andy Siegel, PMG Member and Property Master of Avatar, The Amazing Spiderman, Star Trek Into Darkness, Fantastic Four, Antman and the Wasp and The Fabelmans.

Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at : info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on social media for more cool prop content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'The Masters of Sketch Comedy' with Jonathan Buchanan and Todd Daniels - Ep. #53 Apr 15, 2025

Show notes

The Masters of Sketch Comedy

A Conversation with Property Master Jonathan Buchanan and MacGuffin award winning Property Master Todd Daniels

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Masters Jon Buchanan and Todd Daniels to discuss the art of Property Mastering comedy television shows and specifically creating props that can be the punchline to a joke when scripts are fluid and changing.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Todd Daniels - PMG Member, MacGuffin Award Winner & Local 44 Property Master and Jonathan Buchanan - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

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*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

PMG Presents: How Props Become Icons - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 Apr 08, 2025

Show notes

Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters discussing what makes a prop become a MacGuffin.

Hosted by Michael Corrie, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master.

This panel discussion includes:

Skip Torvinen, PMG Member and Property Master of the Abbott Elementary, Hacks, Mixed-ish, The Kids are Alright, The Middle and Californication.

John Harrington, PMG Member and Property Master of The Ted Series, Magnum PI, The Right Stuff, US, Justified, and SeaQuest.

Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at : info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on social media for more cool prop content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director' with Ross Novie - Ep. #52 Apr 01, 2025

Show notes

Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director

A Conversation with First Assistant Director Ross Novie.

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with DGA 1st AD Ross Novie to discuss the importance of clear communication when it comes to scheduling, planning safety on set when it comes to stunts with props, and creating a healthy environment for the whole crew where departments can have the time they need to do their work efficiently.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Ross Novie - DGA First Assistant Director.

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

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*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'A Property Master and their Key On Set Props' with Robbie Duncan and Butch Kitchen - Ep. #51 Mar 18, 2025

Show notes

A Property Master and their Key On Set Props

A Conversation with Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen to discuss their experience working together on many projects and the importance of a strong relationship between the Property Master and Assistant Property Master. We also go over the benefits of having mentors to be able to come up under.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Robbie Duncan - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Butch Kitchen - Local 44 Assistant Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

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*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish' with Sarah Snyder - Ep. #50 Mar 04, 2025

Show notes

How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish
A Conversation with Property Master Sarah Snyder

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Sarah Snyder for a topical episode where we break down the steps of being a Property Master on a TV show. We review everything from getting the call for the job, budgeting and breaking down the script to how you crew up a Property team.

Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Hunter Nelson - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Sarah Snyder - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

----more----

*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'The Art of Creating Period Mail' with Elliott Boswell - Ep. #49 Feb 18, 2025

Show notes

The Art of Creating Period Mail
A conversation with Property Master Elliott Boswell

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Atlanta Georgia based Property Master Elliott Boswell to discuss his experiance working on the movie "The Six Triple Eight" and what he had to go through on the 9 months of prep to create thousands of pieces of World War II era mail and packages. We also cover Elliott's years of experience working for Tyler Perry Studios and the differences it presents from an ordinary set.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Elliott Boswell - Local 479 Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

----more----

*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update' with Larry Zanoff - Ep. #48 Feb 04, 2025

Show notes

IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update
A conversation with Armorer and firearms expert, Larry Zanoff

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with returning guest and Armorer Larry Zanoff to discuss him being named IATSE's Official Firearms Expert and Representative for the union's Basic Agreement and his plans with the help of Local 44, the PMG, and Contract Services in further creating a industry standard when it comes to using firearms on set.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master.

Guest: Larry Zanoff - Local 44 Armorer & IATSE's Official Firearms Expert

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

----more----

*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'Second and Third Generation Property Masters' with Bill and Drew Petrotta - Ep. #47 Jan 21, 2025

Show notes

Second and Third Generation Property Masters
A conversation with Property Masters Bill and Drew Petrotta

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with father and son Property Master legends Bill and Drew Petrotta to discuss their experiences working on some of the biggest features in Hollywood and how the responsibilities of a Property Master can change depending on what Director you are working with.

Hosts: Chris Call - PMG Founding Member & Local 44 Property Master and Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Bill Petrotta - Honorary PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master and Drew Petrotta PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

----more----

*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

'Working on Distant Shows to Work At Home' with Susannah McCarthy - Ep. #46 Jan 07, 2025

Show notes

Working on Distant Shows to Work at Home
A conversation with Property Master Susannah McCarthy

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Philadelphia-based Local 52 PMG Property Master Susannah McCarthy to talk about her experience working on shows both in New York and Pennsylvania as a Philadelphia-based Property Master, and her return to work after taking a 10 year hiatus from the industry.

Hosts: Michael Trudel - PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master and Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Susannah McCarthy - PMG Member & Local 52 Property Master

Technical Director: Grant Hyde - Associate PMG Member & Local 44 Assistant Property Master

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Please visit our website for more information on "Prop Talk" and The Property Masters Guild at https://propertymastersguild.org/

You can also email us with any feedback or questions at: info@propertymastersguild.org

Follow us on Instagram for more cool prop content!

https://www.instagram.com/_thepmg/

----more----

*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

©Property Masters Guild | All Rights Reserved. All materials contained within this podcast are protected by the United States copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior, express written permission of the Property Masters Guild. You may not alter or remove any copyright or other notice from copies of this content. For reprint permission and information, please contact info@propertymastersguild.org--

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