Working Class Audio

Kevin Ward is a producer, engineer, mixer, teacher who has worked with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Judy Collins, Dolly Parton, Boots Randolph, Jerry Springer, Vassar Clements, Sam Bush, The Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Rhonda Vincent and Richie McDonald of Lonestar. Kevin is also behind MixCoach.com where he teaches people to mix in different styles and genres from rock and Jazz to full orchestra and pop country. Kevin is currently the Technical Director at Crosspointe Church in Anaheim, California.In this episode, we discuss: Teaching Learning Seizing Opportunity Moving to California Religion in Pro Audio Worship Sound Team Building Pareto's Principle Parkinson's Law Links and Show Notes: Kevin's Mix Coach - https://mixcoach.com/ Tim Ferris - The Four Hour Work Week - https://amzn.to/2KkQEN4 Robert Kiyosaki - Rich Dad, Poor Dad - https://amzn.to/3aoyxjC Pat Flynn -Smart Passive Income - https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/ Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with M

Former WCA guests Sara Carter, Jaimeson Durr and Fela Davis join me to talk about all things audio, business and survival in the time of Coronavirus. In this episode, we discuss: Grants Change in business practice Resources Loss of Income Virtual engineering Working from home Podcast production Technology Working with family at home Alternative income streams Internet Speed Post virus predictions Links and Show Notes: Jaimeson Durr http://www.jaimesondurr.com/ Sara Carter https://www.musicmixpro.co.uk/ Fela Davis https://www.oneofoneproductions.com/ Resource Guide for Music Professionals: https://bit.ly/2Xw5N5O Filepass: https://filepass.com/ Zoom: https://zoom.us/ Bounce Boss: https://bounceboss.co.uk/ Audio Movers: https://audiomovers.com/ Connection Open: https://www.connectionopen.com/ Fela's WCA interview: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-198-with-fela-davis/ Sara's WCA interview: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-194-with-sara-carter/ Jaimeson's WCA interview: https://www

Rafa Sardina is a Los Angeles based Grammy winning producer/engineer and mixer who has worked with D’Angelo & The Vanguard, Elvis Costello And The Roots, Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Placido Domingo, Camila Cabello, Miguel, Lady Gaga, Clare Fischer Big Band, Alejandro Sanz, Calle 13, Natalia Lafourcade, Harry Connick Jr., Michael Bublé, Arturo O’Farrill with The Afrocuban Jazz Big Band Orchestra & Chucho Valdes, Tim McGrawIn this episode, we discuss: Coming to America Life In Spain Leaving Medical School Empathy People Skills Educating Clients Leaping Forward from Mistakes Business Skills Links and Show Notes: Rafa's Site: https://rafasardina.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafasardina/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RafaSardina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rafa.sardina Facebook Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/rafasardinafanpage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafa-sardina-57b5173/ Barry Rudolph Recall Sheets: https://www.barryrudolph.com/pages/recalldirectory.html

No, I'm not interviewing myself! As it turns out, there are two Boudreau's in the world of audio named Matt (Me) and Matthew (my guest). Matthew Boudreau is a field recordist, podcast producer, consultant and editor, and sound designer living in Buffalo, NY. Matthew has been working in podcasting since 2008 and has over 20 years experience as an audio professional, working in computer multimedia, theatre sound, studio recording, film, and sound effects field recording. He is the founder of the 11th Hour Audio Challenge, an annual podcast event that challenges audio drama producers to collaborate in creating works of horror in the month of October.Matthew’s audio post-production company, Uberduo, sells immersive sound effect bundles dedicated to the exploration and reproduction of locations and props for film and audio fiction. His sound effect bundles can be found on http://www.asoundeffect.com and individual sound effects can be found at soundsnap.com.Matthew was the dialogue editor for the Audible productio

Carlos Novais is a sound engineer, tour manager and production manager. He was born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil and came to the United States in 1999.He has worked with Candlebox, The Plain White T's, Vonda Shepard, Survivor, Amos Lee, Andrew Bird, Sugarland, Keb’ Mo’, Thin Lizzy, The Answer, Ace Frehley, Airto Moreira & Flora Purim, among others.In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in Brazil Moving to America Life on the road Working long hours Multitasking Finances Relationships Being Organized Corona's virus and the loss of gigs. Links and Show Notes: Carlos on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-novais/ Zoom: http://www.zoom.us Master Tour: https://www.eventric.com/master-tour-management-software/ Acorns: http://www.acorns.com Bobnet: https://www.bobnet.rocks/ Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/ Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFw Working Class Audio Jou

Katie McMurran is a sound engineer with over 10 years of experience recording, editing, mixing and mastering audio for public radio and podcasts. She has also provided sound design and original music for theater, film, corporate conferences and art installations. In this episode, we discuss: NPR KQED Podcasts Interviewing for radio gigs CODECS Staying Calm Under Pressure Rates Links and Show Notes: Information is Beautiful https://bit.ly/2WpsWWS Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases https://bit.ly/2WkqGR4 Michael Osterholm Interview: https://youtu.be/E3URhJx0NSw Comrex: https://www.comrex.com/ Katie on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiemcmurran/ Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/ Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFw Working Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TP Credits: Guest: Katie McMurran Host: Matt Boudreau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck

WCA #273 with Maya Finlay – Mentors, Rosanne Cash, Meditation, Finances Being an Introvert and taking City CabsMaya Finlay is an audio engineer, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in San Francisco, CA.In this episode, we discuss:SFJAZZMentorsVO WorkLive SoundDolby LabsRosanne CashWork/Life BalanceBeing an IntrovertMeditationFinancesCity CabsPassion for MusicClient DiplomacyLinks and Show Notes:Maya’s Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayafinlay/Maya’s Site: https://my-fy.com/The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com/Marie Kondo Show: https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379Life Edited TED talk: https://bit.ly/2wKgBSISupport WCA – Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFwWorking Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TPCredits:Guest: Maya FinlayHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music:&n

Alberto Hernandez is a San Francisco Bay Area-based audio engineer, music mixer, and music producer. In this episode, we discuss: Fantasy Studios Languages Health Insurance Planning for Sessions Budget Rejection Serving the Clients Mistakes Business advice Worth to your Work Retirement Links and Show Notes: Alberto's Site: https://www.albertohernandezaudio.com/ Quickbooks Self Employed: http://fbuy.me/oLXTP Miles Davis Documentary: https://to.pbs.org/2Ib3Jav Matt's Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0Wic Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/ Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFw Working Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TP Credits: Guest: Alberto Hernandez Host: Matt Boudreau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt Boudreau Additional Music: The License Lab

Dusty Wakeman is a bass player, producer, engineer and currently the President of Mojave Audio.In this episode, we discuss: Mad Dog Studios Texas Roots Playing bass Running a studio Hard Drives and Hammers Mojave Audio David Royer Viral Meningitis Coronavirus Hot Yoga Dwight Yokam Links and Show Notes: Mojave Audio: https://mojaveaudio.com/ Peter Doell: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-051-with-peter-doell/ Matt's Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0Wic Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/ Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFw Working Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TP Soundtheory:https://www.soundtheory.com/ Sonible: https://www.sonible.com/ OEK: https://oeksound.com/ Izotope: https://www.izotope.com/ Waves: https://www.waves.com/ Credits: Guest: Dusty Wakeman Host: Matt Boudreau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith Editing: Anne-Ma

Dereck Blackburn is a consultant, recording engineer/producer, and multi-instrumentalist in Bedford, Massachusetts. You can read more about Dereck at http://quiethouserecording.com/ .In this episode, we discuss: MIT Audio Builders Workshop Building Quiethouse Recording Not working too many hours Productivity Tools Dual Electrical Systems Energy Bills Mini Splits Community Participation Mastermind Groups Meditation Links and Show Notes: Quiethouse Recording http://quiethouserecording.com/ Lou Clark http://sonic-space.com/home.html Dereck uses: https://invoiced.com/ Dereck uses: https://fidbak.audio/ Bill Whitlock: http://www.aes.org/aes/bill-whitlock Mini Splits: https://bit.ly/2HC9n53 Facebook News Feed Eradicator: https://bit.ly/37yAMj1 Michael Beinhorn's Book: https://amzn.to/38CCnWe Sylvia's Book: https://amzn.to/2vJlnzm Matt's Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0Wic Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/

Lij Shaw is the host of the podcast Recording Studio Rockstars, producer/engineer and the force behind Save Home Studios.In this episode, we discuss: Saving Home Studios Podcasts Creating Paid Content Nashville Growth The Hay Bale Studio.  Links and Show Notes: Lij's site to save home studios: http://www.savehomestudios.com/ Petition:: https://bit.ly/2w0SpLb Bill BL2019-48: https://bit.ly/31LO1Ma Rockstars of Drums: https://bit.ly/2uCPo3k The Power of Podcasting: https://bit.ly/31FG76I Matt's Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0Wic Support WCA - Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/ Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/ Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFw Working Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TP Important dates regarding the Save Home Studios campaign. February 23, 6-11 pm - Save Home Studios Songs That Wouldn't Exist Without Home Studios public awareness show at Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge with Grammy-winning art

WCA #268 with Frank Joly – Live Sound, Simple Plan, Family Grocery, Learning English and Government Funded Recording.Frank Joly is a live and studio engineer from Canada.In this episode, we discuss:TouringLive SoundSimple PlanSongsGovernment Funded RecordingLearning EnglishSelling Gear to RetireBob RockFamily Grocery StoreLinks and Show Notes:Franks Instagram: @frank_jolySimple Plan: https://simpleplan.com/Great Coffee Shop! https://brotcoffee.com/Matt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicSupport WCA – Go Ad-Free! https://glow.fm/workingclassaudio/Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/Current sponsors & promos: https://bit.ly/2WmKbFwWorking Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TPCredits:Guest: Frank JolyHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab

WCA #267 with Stephen Marsh – Goat piss to gasoline, Curveballs, Framing, Fuzzy math, Communication, and 911.Stephen Marsh is a Los Angeles based mastering engineer who has been active for 25 years. In this episode, we discuss:Stephen’s journey as a mastering engineerHome studiosKnowing your valueFinancial philosophyProviding maximum valueDiscussing money with clientsLinks and Show Notes:Tools of Titans: https://amzn.to/30Vs5ObMiles Davis & Bill Evans: https://amzn.to/37rSA01Pete Weiss’ studio for sale: http://www.verdantstudio.comStephen’s site: https://www.marshmastering.com/Matt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicConnect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboudreau/Working Class Audio Journal: https://amzn.to/2GN67TPCredits:Guest: Stephen MarshHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License La

WCA #266 with NAMM 2020 – Loads of gear, tired feet, great friends, Emily Dolan Davies, Kim Rosen, and Pete Lyman.NAMM 2020 took place over January 16th-19th. The show was well attended and I had loads of fun. In this episode, I’m joined by mastering engineer Kim Rosen of Knack Mastering, drummer Emily Dolan Davies of emilydrums.com as well as mastering engineer Pete Lyman of Infrasonic Sound. Short interviews talking about NAMM and a NAMM wrap up by me! Enjoy, Matt.In this episode, we discuss:All things NAMM 2020!Links and Show Notes:Kim Rosen: http://www.knackmastering.com/Whitestone Audio: http://www.whitestoneaudio.com/Emily Dolan Davies: http://www.emilydolandavies.com/Pete Lyman: https://www.infrasonicsound.com/Matt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicCredits:Guest: Kim Rosen, Emily Dolan Davies and Pete LymanHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditi

WCA #265 with Alex Oana – Science Experiments, Imposter Syndrome, Spinach, Exercise, Motivation, Failure, and Audio Test Kitchen.Alex Oana, is the creator and co-founder of Audio Test Kitchen. Alex started out as a musician, became a recording engineer and producer, got into pro audio sales and marketing, and designs and develops products.  In this episode, we discuss:Imposter SyndromeScience ExperimentsSpinachExerciseMotivationFailureAudio Test KitchenLinks and Show Notes:34 Things: https://bit.ly/35KNg69Audio Test Kitchen: https://www.audiotestkitchen.com/The Power of Podcasting: https://bit.ly/2N1x3TMMatt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicCredits:Guest: Alex OanaHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab

WCA #264 with Justin Perkins – Diversification, Diet, Commercial Space Benefits, Keeping Clients Happy, Teaching Audio, Disengaging from Audio Forums, and Mastering Therapy.Justin Perkins is a mastering engineer located in Milwaukie, Wisconsin.In this episode, we discuss:DiversificationDietOne gig leading to anotherCommercial space benefitsKeeping Clients HappyTeaching AudioDisengaging from Audio ForumsLinks and Show Notes:The Bert Berns Story: https://n.pr/2QUm13XThe Power of Podcasting: https://bit.ly/2N1x3TMJustin’s Site: https://www.mysteryroommastering.comJustin’s other Site: https://www.justincarlperkins.comMatt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicCredits:Guest: Justin PerkinsHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab

WCA #263 with Jacob Sciba – 99 Cent Pizzas, The IRS, Mailbox Money, Game Planning, and Fear of an Empty Calendar.Jacob Sciba is a producer/engineer/mixer based out of Austin, Texas. In this episode, we discuss:Music Store InfluenceMicrophone Obsession99 Cent PizzasStudying BusinessLow OverheadThe IRSFear of an Empty CalendarGame PlanningPre Production of lifeMailbox MoneyLinks and Show Notes:Music Pro Insurance: https://www.musicproinsurance.com/The Recording Studio Insurance Program: joe_montarello@ajg.comAsana: https://asana.com/Evernote: https://www.evernote.com/Arlyn Studios: https://arlynstudios.com/Matt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicCredits:Guest: Jacob ScibaHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab

WCA #262 with Jordan Richter – Going Broke, Burning Out, Keeping Audio Fresh, and Moving into Coding.Jordan Richter is a producer/engineer who, after 25 years of making records, has decided to move full time into coding. In this episode, we discuss:NashvillePortlandBurnoutRecording for joyScarcityBeing a business personGoing brokeJackpot StudiosKeep audio freshIdentityLinks and Show Notes:Jordan’s Site: http://www.therealjordanrichter.com/Room 13 Recording: https://room13recording.com/Asana: https://asana.com/Matt’s Reverb.com store: https://bit.ly/2Mi0WicThe Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com/Credits:Guest: Jordan RichterHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab

WCA #261 with Dave Gardner – College Radio, Critical Thinking, Diversity, Power Dynamics, Communication, Compromise, and Context.Dave Gardner grew up in Pittsburgh, became an adult in Minneapolis, and lives in Northeast Los Angeles. He is the Chief Mastering Engineer at Infrasonic Los Angeles and a long time fan of loud sounds. His mastering and producing credits include Sun Ra, Rocket From the Crypt, Les Paul, Louis Armstrong, Germs, Portugal. The Man, Earl Hines, Bassnectar, The Hold Steady, Black Lips, Trampled by Turtles, Hot Snakes and many others.In this episode we discuss:Critical thinking and analysisUrban planningCollege RadioGear LustDiminishing FrictionDiversityPower DynamicsCommunication, compromise and context.Links and Show Notes:Matt’s new site: https://www.mattboudreau.com/Sara Carter’s article you must read. https://bit.ly/2Z53HIIMore on Dave: https://www.infrasonicsound.com/daveWCA #199 with Pete Lyman: https://bit.ly/2YOSKLiWCA #251 with Piper Payne: https://bi

WCA #260 with Ben Bernstein – Being a guide, Low friction, Planning, Getting credit, and Being a team player.Ben Bernstein is a producer, engineer, and mixer based out of Oakland, California. This is Ben’s second appearance since first appearing on WCA #055 ( https://bit.ly/2E2ND0o ). More on Ben : https://www.benbernsteinmusic.com/In this episode we discuss:Live soundDiversificationGetting creditThe role of social mediaSaying yesBeing preparedLive streamingBeing a team playerPlanningThe Profitable Producer CourseLow frictionBeing a guideLinks and Show Notes:Ben’s site: https://www.benbernsteinmusic.com/Profitable Producer Course: https://www.thesixfigurehomestudio.com/ppc-scholarship-wca/Hotjar: https://www.hotjar.com/Credits:Guest: Ben BernsteinHost: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck SmithEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau & Matt BoudreauAdditional Music: The License Lab