Prop Talk

A Conversation with retired Property Master Christopher Geggie
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with retired Property Master Christopher Geggie to discuss his journey into props working in Toronto, Canada. He breaks down the process of designing and manufacturing props for large scale features such as X-Men, IT and Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein. 
 
Hosts:
Michael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Scott Buckwald - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
Guest:
Christopher Geggie - Retired Local 873 Property Master
 
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A Conversation with retired Property Master Eugene McCarthy, PMG
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with retired Property Master Eugene McCarthy, who shares his career journey from working in craft services in San Antonio, Texas, to taking a leap of faith and moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career as a Property Master. Eugene also dishes out behind-the-scenes stories from some of the biggest comedy films of the ’90s and 2000s, including Meet the Fockers, Austin Powers 2 & 3, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall.  
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master
Michael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
Guest:
Eugene McCarthy - PMG Member & retired Local 44 Property Master
 
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A Conversation with Assistant Property Master Julie Gause
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Assistant Property Master Julie Gause, who shares her path into the film industry—from her early days as a salesperson at Independent Studio Services to taking the leap from a steady career into life on set. Julie dives into her first gig on a multicam television show and opens up about the high-pressure logistics of working internationally on today’s biggest blockbuster films.
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master
Michael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
Guest:
Julie Gause - Local 44 Assistant Property Master
 
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A Conversation with Property Master Parker Swanson, PMG
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Property Master Parker Swanson, PMG to trace his remarkable path from the world of acting and what led him to change his trajectory. Parker shares how he climbed the ranks from Assistant Property Master to leading major productions, revealing the creativity, precision and collaboration it takes to thrive behind the scenes. Tune in for unforgettable set stories from films and shows like 'The Last Samurai', Knight of Cups' and 'Palm Royale' - and discover Parker's essential advice for building a long and successful career in the film industry.
 
Prop Talk is taking a holiday hiatus. Join us for a new episode on January 13th 2026 when we return to our regular biweekly schedule with some exciting new guests and hot topics.
 
Host:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property Master
 
Guest:
Parker Swanson - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
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A Conversation with Property Master J.P. Jones, PMG
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Property Master J.P. Jones, PMG to hear how he broke into the film industry with no connections and carved his path to the top by discovering his passion for Prop Mastering. J.P. shares candid insight on how much of the job is learning as you go, the constant challenge of staying ahead of a massive workload, and valuable advice for navigating burnout. He also takes us behind the scenes with stories from Scream, Girl, Interrupted, and Air.
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:J.P. Jones - PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
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A Conversation with Property Master Doug Ware
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with Property Master Doug Ware to discuss his work on the film, Sinners. We speak with Doug about what it's like to film in New Orleans and how the weather brings challenges to filming in a rainy environment. Doug divulges on his journey into Prop Mastering and how he landed the job of bringing the props to life on Sinners, a 1930's vampire film. We hear about the challenges the movie brought such as pushing back with the director to keep the hero props from being potentially destroyed and the meticulous research it entails to recreate a period accurate movie.
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Doug Ware - Property Master
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A Conversation with Property Master Gary Greenham & Assistant Property Master Timothy Sheehan
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with Property Master Gary Greenham and Assistant Property Master Timothy Sheehan about their work on F1: The Movie. They share behind-the-scenes stories from filming in incredible locations around the globe and reveal what it's like to handle the high-pressure demands of working on a movie featuring real Formula 1 racing.  Gary shares how he pulled off the impossible—acquiring props that not only worked flawlessly but were also true to the world of professional racing. He takes us through the logistical challenges of ensuring each piece was in the right place at the right time while filming across multiple countries.  We also get the low down from Set Master Tim Sheehan on the most amazing prop work in 'The Righteous Gemstones'
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guests:Gary Greenham - Property Master
Timothy Sheehan - Local 44 Assitant Property Master
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Behind the Gurney: Props in Medical Dramas
 
A Conversation with Medical Technical Advisor Linda Klein
 
On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Medical Technical Advisor Linda Klein to explore her unique journey from registered nurse to Med Tech Advisor to Executive Producer and Director. With credits on iconic medical dramas like Grey’s Anatomy and Nip/Tuck, Linda shares how her real-life expertise helps elevate on-screen realism. From working closely with the prop department to uncovering the behind-the-scenes challenges, she gives us a rare look at what it takes to make medical TV feel authentic.  
 
Hosts:
Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
Guest:Linda Klein – Medical Technical Advisor
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On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Mike Sexton to chat about his start in the film industry as a third generation Property Master. He walks us through working with some of the most iconic directors in the industry and the challenges that brings. From One Hour Photo to Straight Out of Compton, Mike teaches us that the biggest skill of a Property Master is interpersonal communication.
 
Hosts:Chris Call – PMG Founder & Local 44 Property MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Mike Sexton – PMG Member & Local 44 Retired Property Master
 
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Achieving the Impossible
 
A Conversation with Property Master Brad Einhorn
 
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 MasterMichael Trudel – PMG Board Member & Local 44 Property Master
Guest:Brad Einhorn – PMG Member & Local 44 Property Master
 
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