Dive into Somewhere Innabag with host Goalz and visionary guest DEFCON — a raw, fast-paced conversation about turning tech curiosity into a creative career, the gritty realities of capturing real-life stories, and the gear and mindset that separate hobbyists from pros. If you’re a filmmaker, producer, or creative hustler who wants honest insight, gear tips, and the ethics behind storytelling, this episode is a must-listen.
Episode overview
- Podcast: Somewhere Innabag
- Host: Goalz (Tat Goalz)
- Guest: DEFCON (DEFCON Productions)
- Run time: ~27 minutes (based on transcript timestamps)
- Focus: Music production, videography, creative process, storytelling, and entrepreneurship
Key takeaways
- DEFCON’s background: DEFCON describes himself as a music producer, videographer, and visionary based in the Atlanta, GA area. He traces his technical curiosity back to taking apart electronics and learning technology, which led him into beat-making (starting around 2012) and then into video production (starting around 2017).
- Breakthrough moment: His first music video—shot and edited overnight for a friend—was transformational. Completing that edit convinced him he had a distinctive talent and set him on a path into filmmaking.
- Creative philosophy and role as a journalist: DEFCON sees himself as a kind of journalist—capturing real human stories and ensuring events are represented responsibly. He emphasizes the ethical weight of documenting people’s lives and the discretion required when material is sensitive or potentially harmful.
- Technical preferences and practical advice: Favorite camera is the Canon 1D X Mark III for hybrid, run-and-gun shooting; he recommends learning multiple camera ecosystems (Canon, Sony, RED) to stay versatile. He stresses lighting preparedness—“always bring a light”—and the importance of knowing both cutting and transitional techniques in editing.
- What’s hard vs. what’s misperceived: DEFCON says people underestimate the emotional responsibility and on-the-ground labor of capturing events—knowing when to record and when to stop to preserve dignity is crucial. He also discusses the challenge of balancing documentation with discretion.
- Future plans: DEFCON plans to unify his roles (videographer, producer, gamer) and increase IRL live streaming to capture more of his own narratives and work across platforms—while noting some material may be “too hot” for mainstream platforms.
Notable moments & quotes (approximate timestamps)
- 0:01–0:02 — Host intro and guest welcome.
- 0:03:45 — DEFCON describes his early tech curiosity and how it led to music and video.
- 0:05:31 — Story of editing his first music video overnight and realizing his talent.
- 0:07:48 — DEFCON on the power of video to evoke emotion and communicate complex ideas without a lot of words.
- 0:12:58–0:14:15 — On capturing memories responsibly, discretion, and the ethical impact of media representation.
- 0:16:31–0:19:10 — Rapid-fire gear questions: camera system preferences and practical recommendations.
- 0:23:46–0:24:15 — What’s next: more live-streaming and cross-platform documentation of his work.
Who should listen
- Aspiring videographers and music producers seeking practical career and gear advice.
- Creatives interested in the ethics of storytelling and documentary-style work.
- Entrepreneurs and independent artists who want insight into building a multidisciplinary creative practice.
Call-to-action / closing
- Host Goalz closes by thanking listeners and teasing future episodes. DEFCON invites listeners to follow his work on various platforms and expects more live-streamed content moving forward.