Q & Erik

Q & Erik Live Re-Airing: October 2, 2008

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Hear ye! Hear Ye! Upon the order of Sir Erik Beck, we presenteth Q & Erik Live (previously recordethed) from the former days of this October. To betwixt thyself into next moonth's live event, thou shall visit IndyMogul.com at the hour 19 (7 PM) on the 6th of November.

Q & Erik Live Re-Airing: August 7th, 2008

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:51:50 EDT

In case you missed all the wild antics of the Indy Mogul crew during "Q & Erik Live" this month, we present to you the re-airing...only at IndyMogul.com. Not because we're elitists, but because it's like an hour long. ENJOY!

Q & Erik: .......Or Is It.........?

Thu, 29 May 2008 14:13:09 EDT

Today on Q & Erik, well, let's just say we have a "surprise" for you.... MUAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!

Special Episode: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull NYC Premiere!

Thu, 22 May 2008 01:29:58 EDT

Indy Mogul received special screening passes to the PREMIERE of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull in New York City! At the screening were Harrison Ford, Karen Allen and Shia LaBeouf. We talk to the die hard Indiana Jones fans before and after the movie, spot some celebrities, and even get to chat with Steven Spielberg's sister! Stay tuned for our two part BFX Indiana Jones special starting next week.

Q & Erik: Redux

Thu, 15 May 2008 13:02:15 EDT

We've been so hard at work, plotting and planning for Monday's Super Birthday Show that we didn't have time to do a new Q and Erik. But all is not lost! It's an episode full of the best questions that we've received from you. If you missed it the first time around, FEAR NOT! Now's your chance to catch up!

Q & Erik: Q & Jared!!!

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

This week on Q & Erik, Jared takes over and answers your questions about running a smooth production, where to get lighting gels and many many more!

Q & Erik: Low Pass Filter, Sample rates and HD Specs

Thu, 01 May 2008 10:14:01 EDT

This week on Q & Erik we discuss the low pass filter, where to find free music for your projects, sample rates and HD dimensions.

Q & Erik: Shooting a Sunrise, Adding Blur to your video and the Indy Mogul Anniversary!!

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:39:50 EDT

This week on Q & Erik, we discuss how to avoid a lens flare while shooting a sunrise, how to blur out faces on your video (that's what you get for not getting those release forms!) and the Indy Mogul One Year Anniversary Extravaganza!!!

Q & Erik: Production Supplies, Dummy Genetics and Faking a Car Crash

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 10:03:38 EDT

Today on Q & Erik we discuss where we buy our production supplies, alternate stuffing methods for your stunt dummy and how to fake a car crash, without going to jail!

Q & Erik: Demo Reels and Erik's Life-Long Love for Films...

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EDT

This week on Q & Erik, we discuss what kind of footage should go into your demo reel, Erik's first short film and ways to splatter blood on your mom's carpet without catching a beat-down

Q & Erik: Text, Chroma Keying and Making Arm Fangs

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Yeah, that's right, we said ARM FANGS! This week on Q & Erik, we discuss how to make said "arm fangs" as well as how to not make your skin disappear while keying out your green screen shots as well as how to make text on Final Cut Pro.

Q & Erik: Green Screen Programs, Mics, Building a Dolly and Erik's Lazy Eye.

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:45:16 EDT

On this week's Q & Erik, we give you the low down on microphones, green screen programs and why Erik is wearing an eye patch.We're also rolling out a spiffy new look for the show. So check it out and tell us what you think!

Q & Erik: Compositing, Camera Troubleshooting and Justin's Breakthrough Role...

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:31:43 EDT

On today's Q & Erik, we answer your questions regarding compositing to achieve the effects in "Bloody Omaha" We also try to troubleshoot some camera problems and we take a close look at Justin's groundbreaking performance in the film "Street Fighters: The Later Years"

Q & Erik: The Final Candidates for President of Indy Mogul!!

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:34:56 EST

Today on Q & Erik we're bringing you the video submissions from the finalists of the President of Mogulville contest! Voting starts in the Indy Mogul forums in........ wait for it........ NOW!Click to Vote!!If you aren't a registered Indy Mogul forum member, Click here to register!!

Q & Erik: Film Independent Spirit Awards Special!

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:32:36 EST

This week on Q & Erik the gang reviews some films who are up for a Independent Spirit Award, Erik and Steve also let some of their creepiness leak out... just a bit... JunoOnceI'm Not TherePersepolisThe Diving Bell and the Butterfly

Q & Erik: Mics, Lens Water-Stain, Stop Motion and President of Mogulville!

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:55:56 EST

This week on Q and Erik, we discuss microphone extension cords, how to dry a water stain inside your camera lens, some stop motion tips and FINALLY the mystery of the President of Mogulville is revealed... For official rules please click here

Q & Erik: Mics, Green Screen Lighting and Ballistics Gel

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:45:40 EST

Today Erik answers your questions about mics, lighting for green screen, ballistics gel and codecs. Steve also ruins the magic of film for Erik...

Q and Erik and Justin: Sundance Special

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 13:09:05 EST

In this special episode Justin and Erik sit down and answer all your burning Sundance questions. Find out which movie was our favorite and why Justin should never do an Irish accent.

Q and Erik: The Origin of Indy Mogul!

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 09:04:42 EST

Erik and the gang are prepping for Sundance this week, so we bring you a recent interview with the folks over at Tilzy. We get a lot of questions about how the show got started, so hopefully this clip clears things up for everyone!

Q & Erik: Fake Blood, Cheap Cameras and Tripods

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:58:45 EST

This week on Q & Erik, we're doing more video questions!! I would tell you that the questions are about fake blood, cheap cameras and tripods.. but I have a feeling that you might already know that...

Q & Erik: Video Question Extravaganza!!

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 14:30:56 EST

To kick off the new year, today's episode of Q & Erik is completely devoted to user submitted video questions! Except for the creepy ones..... You know who you are....

Q & Erik: Holiday Special.....PART TWO!!

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:30:38 EST

This week on Q & Erik, the Indy Mogul gang gets pessimistic by counting down their least favorite films of 2007. Don't worry, they also list their favorite holiday movies of all time. Except for Steve Nelson, he just sits there...

Q & ERIK: HOLIDAY SPECIAL!!!!

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 10:26:34 EST

This week on Q & Erik the Indy Mogul crew shares their favorite films of the year,* as well as which movies they plan to catch this holiday season. * - Steve Nelson's "Attack of the Big, Gay Banana" did not make the list, darn....

Q & Erik: Cameras, Free Music, Cloning, Mics and Erik's New Catch-Phrase

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:23:40 EST

This week Erik answers your burning questions about cameras, free music, cloning, and mics! Erik also whips out a new catch-phrase. Will it become the next "don't have a cow, man"? Probably not because it's pretty lame.

Q & Erik: Clicking Noises, Film Look and SPEED ROUND!!!

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 12:23:02 EST

This week Erik answers your questions about mysterious clicking noises in your audio track, how to achieve a "film look" with your digital videos and the Indy Mogul crew answers the tough questions in our Speed Round Session!

Q & Erik: Lenses, Lighting, Dead Cats and Erik's Glasses

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 14:25:16 EST

Today's episode of Q & Erik is jam-packed with information about camera lenses, lighting tips, instructions on how to shoot a car scene and how to buy corn syrup in England! We also have a short film by Justin on why Erik needs to wear glasses and Steve hosts his first episode of English-To-English. Oh, and Erik kills a cat... Intrigued? Then click play my friends!

Q & Erik: Smooth Moves, Green Screen Tips and a Rogue Dodgeball

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 15:05:35 EST

Today on Q & Erik we answer your questions about smooth slow-mo shots and improving the quality of your green screen footage. Steve's inner artist comes out, a rogue dodgeball terrorizes the set and we learn some troubling information about Gary.... creepy.

Q & Erik: SPECIAL REPORT!!!!!

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 09:57:35 EST

Today on Q & Erik we are joined by professional film editor David Ray, whose list of credits include "Scarface" and "A Bronx Tale"

Q and Erik: Attack of the Pumpkins!

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 11:22:53 EST

Today on Q & Erik we show you the finalists of our Mogulween pumpkin carving contest.

Q and Erik: Cannon GL2, Prosthetic Kit and Spirit Gum Substitute

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 18:08:49 EDT

This week on "Q and Erik" we discuss the Cannon GL2, prosthetic kits, spirit gum substitutes and Erik shows off his "sexy fireman" costume, sexy being a relative term of course.

Q and Erik: Film School, Dancing, and the future Mrs. Beck

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 11:51:45 EDT

In this episode of Q and Erik, we hear about film school, blood shooters, how to perfect forehead wrinkles, Erik's dancing skills, and whether or not he'll be able to live up to the future Mrs. Beck's expectations. Which he probably won't.

Q and Erik: Nose Putty, the Wheel of Prosperity, and Fake Blood

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:31:43 EDT

Want to add some more appendages to your body? Do you have a bet going with a friend concerning Erik's age? Do you wish to know the ancient conspiracy secrets behind the Wheel of Prosperity? Well, then it sounds like you have Mogulitis. And the only cure is this week's episode of Q and Erik, where Erik Beck answers all of YOUR questions. And by all we mean some.

Q and Erik: Favorite Movies, Rain Machine and Steve Saves The Day....Kinda...

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 14:17:45 EDT

In this week's episode of "Q and Erik", the Indy Mogul staff pick their favorite movies and episodes of BFX, pumpkin contest rules are further explained (sorry Jersey!) and Steve Nelson saves the day.... Or at least he tried, and that's all that counts, right?

Q and Erik: Funny Hats, Liquid Latex, and Swamp Monsters

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 13:39:38 EDT

In this episode of "Q and Erik", Erik dazes off into fond memories of his high school days. You don't care about that? All you care about is Swamp Monsters? Fine! That'll be in the episode too, but remember..."No Undead Dodgeball"!!!!

Q and Erik: Music, Wounds, 50 Cent, and Video Requests

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 12:57:51 EDT

Primetime TV has left us all bored and stupid. So gather the family around the computer and tune into this episode of Q and Erik; you'll learn about ballistics gel, fake mustaches and cool places to find pictures and music for your videos. And if you want to be like our friend Sanity Source and get some screen time on Indy Mogul, then send us a video request!!!!!

Q and Erik: Zombie Suits, Bullet Dust, Swords, and BFX Talk

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 13:30:47 EDT

Sure, the radio is basically dead, but thanks to Indy Mogul, you can still bask in the warmth of the age old fireside chat with Erik Beck in the latest episode of "Q and Erik". Dressing zombies, building swords, running away from bullets? Erik covers it all, he even gives you the inside scoop of who and what's behind BFX!!!

Q and Erik: Bald Caps, BFX Gear, Location Shoots, Halloween

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 15:00:03 EDT

Like FDR before him, Erik discusses bald people, shooting in new locations, android masks, clapboards, Dysfunctional films, our upcoming Halloween specials, and what equipment he uses to shoot BFX. Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of "Q and Erik".

Weekend Extra: Q and Erik

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 19:36:22 EDT

We tackle the issues of the "Hudson Sprayer," fake heads, blood cannons, muzzle flares, prop weapons, bone breaking, free sound effects, subliminal messages, samurai armor ... and probably more!!! You guys have sent in so many awesome questions and videos, this episode of Weekend Extra is for you.