OWC RADiO Other World Computing

Larry O’Connor, the Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (OWC), took a few minutes out of his busy schedule to give our host, Cirina Catania, a rundown on some of the new products they are showing at NAB 2024. He talked about the Atlas TypeA cards, the Envoy SSD portable drive, the Envoy Pro Mini, the Elektron, and SoftRAID 8 and more. Get the scoop right from the person who runs the company!







If you are in Vegas for NAB, please stop by Booth #2024 in Central Hall. The OWC team would love to welcome you and answer all your questions.







We are grateful to have Other World Computing as our sponsor and we are so very proud of everything they do on a daily basis for creatives all over the world. 







Besides, their products are reliable, backed by amazing warranties, and competitive in price. I’ve been using OWC gear for many years and can personally recommend it. Go to OWC.com for more information.







If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all other podcatchers!







About Other World Computing: Founded in 1988, Other World Computing (OWC), is committed to providing innovative performance-driven, quality solutions that enable the creators of today and tomorrow to realize their imaginations. As a partner to the digital artist, the company provides a range of 21st-century solutions to Capture, Create, and Collaborate. From live recordings to the recording studio, to the film set, to the field and stadium, to ingesting data locally to the storage on an enterprise rack for web or corporate backup or securing of data, from professionals to enthusiasts; Other World Computing knows that there is no room for compromise when it comes to one’s vision.







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists, and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer’s Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!







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Thousands of movies are made each year and buried within are some hidden treasures that you may not have seen. Our host, Cirina Catania speaks with Producer/Director, Dan Halperin, about "Bombshells and Dollies." An entertaining, captivating look into the world of modern-day pinups and the Rockabilly scene at Viva Las Vegas. It just may change your definition of feminity. This yearly contest brings thousands of spectators and women competitors from all over the world, where diversity, individuality, and downright sexiness is celebrated with unbridled gusto. Let your hair down, or pin it up...and enjoy. You can watch the full film on Kanopy.







If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other podcatchers!







ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient, and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs. As Larry says, “Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products.”







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists, and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO, and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer’s Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!

JAMES DAVID REDDING III is a Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Designer, and Re-recording mixer with multiple prestigious awards for his work sculpting soundscapes for television and film productions. You have heard his work on The Queen’s Gambit, The Americans, Carol, The Patient, Amazon Prime’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and many others.







Our host, Cirina Catania, described him as an orchestra leader for sound in this interview and had a great time asking him about  how he created sound for some of this generation’s most iconic productions. Listen in, we’ve got lots of sound secrets for you!







If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other podcatchers!







ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs. As Larry says, “Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products.”







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer’s Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!

Jacob Young starred in over 2,000 TV episodes and numerous films, beginning at a very young age on soaps. One role that garnered him international celebrity was as Luke and Laura's son on the General Hospital! We wanted to share his story with OWC listeners because this is truly an example of a "good guy winning," He remains humble, shrugging off the fact that People Magazine featured him on its cover as the world's sexiest man, and he has found success in TV, Film, and Music. Why did he choose to leave LA/NYC, and what is important to him in his life now? (Yes, it's his family.) His career is blossoming, he is supporting Boys Town, inspiring high schooler with his partner Trent Garrett and their company, Next Generation Storytellers, and teaching acting. Our host, Cirina Catania, says she is proud to be his friend, and we are grateful to be able to share his story with you!







If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other podcatchers!







ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs. As Larry says, “Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products.”







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer’s Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!

Samantha Tauber , a singer/song/writer, technology expert, and multi-media performance artist better known worldwide as her avatar, VNCCII!, speaks with OWC RADiO Host, Cirina Catania, and deconstructs her amazing career in another metaverse. So, stop what you are doing, take a break and listen in to this revolutionary force in the creative world. This is a fun one. 







ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs. As Larry says, “Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products.”







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer’s Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!

Do you want advice from successful writers? Welcome to another insightful episode of OWC RADiO with host Cirina Catania, where we bring you the voices and stories shaping the creative landscape. Today, we feature two exceptional writing talents—Whitni Resides, a writer/producer/filmmaker from Chattanooga, TN, and Mark Brown, a multi award-winning, two-time Black List recommended screenwriter. Whitni, with her business acumen and accolades from festivals like the Austin Film Festival, Stowe Story Labs, HollyShorts and Catalyst Content Festival; and Mark, whose scripts have earned top honors at the Black List, the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, Catalyst Content Festival and other prestigious competitions, join us for a fascinating exploration of their journeys in the world of film and storytelling. Their current project, Redneck Army, is getting noticed by distributors!







If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have thoughts about segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all other podcatchers!







ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.







ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, leads OWC RADiO. Cirina's multifaceted career, spanning film, TV, and new media projects, has left an indelible mark on the industry.







Join us on this journey as we delve into the fascinating realms of creativity, innovation, and storytelling. Subscribe, give us a thumbs up in the ratings, and join us again soon for the next episode!







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