The Weirded Beardos

The Beardos welcome Frank Dietz, Actor, Artist, Writer, and Monster Kid... for fun stories and technical difficulties.

The Beardos ruminate on many topics, old and new... 

The beardos talk about life at a Renaissance Faire, with some side trips to Cosplay, and maybe a little about Furries.

The Beardos read and respond to listener messages... and then go off the rails, yet again.

The Beardos delve into having hobbies, and tobacco.  Plus, how do you celebrate a 93 year old's birthday?

Guest Alan Munro talks about time after Beetlejuice, including fascinating Addams Family stories.

The Beardos welcome guest Alan Munro, (Director, VFX Supervisor, 'Beetlejuice', Addams Family', et. al)

In this episode, Kirk and Daren discuss various topics, including viewer questions, storyboarding, and pre-visualization. They also touch on the importance of lenses, depth of field, and the role of actors in the filmmaking process. The conversation covers a range of topics, including light-hearted banter, the state of the world, AI and creativity, UFOs and UFO researchers, and skepticism around UFO sightings.

Kirk's personality is non-binary, alternating between hyper and spazzy or asleep.
Many creators are turning to YouTube as a platform for their own content due to the scarcity of jobs in the entertainment industry.
AI tools like Sora are revolutionizing media creation, with the ability to generate realistic video props and backgrounds.
The rise of AI in media creation raises concerns about the future of traditional production jobs and the need for universal basic income.
Nostalgia for analog technology, such as film strips and art stores, is prevalent in the conversation.
Preserving cultural institutions like bookstores and art stores is important for maintaining access to physical media and creative resources.

The Beardos delve a bit into their musical comedy past... and some other treats are in store.