On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Brad Einhorn to explore his impressive career journey and how it all began. Brad walks us through his script breakdown process and dives into the meticulous historical research behind his work. From Honey, I Shrunk the Kids to Season 2 of Fallout, he shares what it takes to lead major productions as a Property Master—and the stories behind some of the most iconic props along the way.

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

Guest: Brad Einhorn – PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Ellen Freund to explore her remarkable career, her experience as one of the first female Property Masters, and how she’s navigated the evolving landscape of the film industry.

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

Guest: Ellen Freund – PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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Working in the Big Leagues

A Conversation with Property Master Mychael Bates & Assistant Property Master Bradley Good

On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with PMG Property Master Mychael Bates and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Bradley Good about their rich and wide-ranging careers in the film industry. Mychael shares insights from rising through the traditional studio system, while Bradley offers a thoughtful look at what it means to be an indispensable right hand to a property master. Together, they trade stories from sets around the world—including some that just happen to be in stunning international vacation spots.

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

Guests:

Mychael Bates - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

Bradley Good - Local 44 Assistant Property Master

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The Art of Prop Graphic Design

A Conversation with Graphic Designer Tina Charad

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with acclaimed graphic designer Tina Charad to explore her fascinating journey from starting her design career in the UK to working on some of Hollywood’s biggest productions. Tina shares her origin story, early influences, and the path that led her to helping create story-centric graphics for the property department.

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

Guest: Tina Charad – ADG Local 800 Graphic Designer

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Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins

A Conversation with Property Master Jode Mann

Hosts: Michael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master

Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

Guest: Jode Mann – PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master

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The Props of Severance A Conversation with Property Master Catherine Miller

On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Catherine Miller to discuss her experience as a New York-based Property Master. She shares how having ample prep time allowed her to design, manufacture, and help build the distinctive props used by the characters on the show Severance.

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

Guest: Catherine Miller – PMG Member & Local 52 Property Master

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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.

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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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