VIDEO MOJO with Jon Leland: Timeless marketing mixed with the bleeding edge of video & social media

Video Mojo is a WebShow™ and podcast hosted by award-winning media innovator, Jon Leland. It combines timeless marketing principles with a playful exploration on the "bleeding edge" of digital video & social media strategies.Jon compliments his passion for the human side of social media and video with decades of experience as an award-winning video writer/producer/director as well as a digital marketing strategist.For more episodes and videos of these podcast episodes, please visit http://combridges.com/blog

VIDEO MOJO with Jon Leland: Timeless marketing mixed with the bleeding edge of video & social media is a business podcast hosted by Jon Leland, with 62 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jon Leland hosts VIDEO MOJO with Jon Leland: Timeless marketing mixed with the bleeding edge of video & social media, a business show with 62 episodes published.

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  Episode #73

  The Rise of Entrepreneurial Journalism: How Creators Are Reinventing Media

  Oct 14, 202536 min

  What happens when journalism, content creation, and entrepreneurship collide? In this episode of Video Mojo, host Jon Leland sits down with Alexa Phillips, whose viral TikTok about entrepreneurial journalism has sparked nearly a million views and a huge wave of conversation about the future of media. Alexa breaks down how creators are becoming trusted voices in their industries — blurring the lines between journalist, influencer, and entrepreneur. Together, we explore: 🎙️ How “entrepreneurial journalism” is changing the game for both journalists and creators 📈 What creators can learn from journalistic practices like fact-checking, storytelling, and trust-building 💡 What journalists can learn from the creator economy’s authenticity and personal branding 🤖 How AI is accelerating the shift toward knowledge-based media 🔥 Why this new era of independent media might be the most exciting — and empowering — yet Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Journalism 02:14 The Viral Experience and Its Impact 05:13 Trust in Media and the Rise of Creators 08:05 Learning from Each Other: Journalists and Creators 10:58 The Role of AI in Journalism 13:44 Owned vs. Rented Media 16:47 Building a Personal Brand 19:19 The Future of Content Creation 22:24 The Importance of Authenticity 25:13 Engagement and Community Building 27:54 Conclusion and Future Perspectives 🔗 Connect with Alexa: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexacphillips Newsletter: https://creativesanonymous.beehiiv.com/ Website: https://www.brighteyescreative.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-c-phillips/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brighteyescreative/ 🔗 Connect with Jon, subscribe to AI Creativity Chronicles, or get free downloads: https://stan.store/joncombridges Affiliates: 🔗 Free Kit Email Marketing Account: https://www.combridges.com/email 🔗 The Best Way to Record High-Quality Video Interviews: https://www.combridges.com/record 🔗 Video Editing with AI & Avatars: https://www.combridges.com/edit 🔗 "Loom on Steriods": https://www.combridges.com/video 🔗 Recommended Platform for Community Building: https://www.combridges.com/community

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  Episode #72

  How Can AI Make the World Better? Video Mojo with Rick McCawley

  Sep 24, 202540 min

  Hear Rick McCauley's insights on **technology transformation** in conversation with Jon Leland on Video Mojo. He discusses the **future of ai** and using **artificial intelligence** for good. Discover how **ai in business** can be a force for **tech for good**. 🎬✨🔗 Connect with Rick here: https://bit.ly/m/RickMcCawley 🔗 Connect with Jon, subscribe to his AI Creativity Chronicles emails or get free downloads: https://stan.store/joncombridges

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  Episode #71

  How AI Is Changing Movie Making Forever! Video Mojo Pod with MoveFloAI's Mike Levine & Jon Leland

  Aug 19, 202533 min

  Explore the power of ai tools in filmmaking as the future shifts from Hollywood to innovative AI software. Discover how AI can generate footage and storyboards, creating a new era of visual storytelling . This shift makes filmmaking more accessible and efficient, especially with advancements in AI video generation **. Also, this video offers insights into content creation using artificial intelligence .🔗 Get started with MovieFloAI here (affiliate link):https://combridges.com/aivideoChapters00:00 The Future of Filmmaking: AI Innovations02:08 Introducing MovieFlow.ai: Revolutionizing Storytelling04:42 The Human Element in AI Storytelling07:31 Streamlined Workflow: From Concept to Export10:04 Live Demo: Exploring MovieFlow's Features18:39 The Future of Video Storytelling: Predictions and Concerns🔗 Connect with Jon, subscribe to his AI Creativity Chronicles emails, check out "Prompted to Create: a breakthrough experiential approach to AI for marketers" or get free downloads:https://stan.store/joncombridgesGot a creative project that AI can help get done faster and with ease? Learn about Jon's AI Creativity Consulting: https://ai-creativity.carrd.co/Affiliates:🔗 Free Kit Email Marketing Account: https://www.combridges.com/email🔗 The Best Way to Record High-Quality Video Interviews: https://www.combridges.com/record🔗 Video Editing with AI & Avatars: https://www.combridges.com/edit🔗 "Loom on Steriods": https://www.combridges.com/video🔗 Recommended Platform for Community Building: https://www.combridges.com/community.

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  Episode #70

  How Google AI is Revolutionizing Documentary Filmmaking!

  Apr 29, 202512 minS5

  What happens when you feed 20+ interview transcripts and vintage boat photos into Google Notebook LM and test-fly them through OpenAI Sora? 👉 A crystal-clear 3-act structure, funding-ready storyboards, and concept footage that actually looks like a sunset sail past the Golden Gate. In this episode of Video Mojo, I speak with filmmaker Vince Casalaina to demo the exact workflow we used to turn a hazy idea about San Francisco’s wooden sailing ships into a pitchable documentary package—without losing the romance of tall masts and hand-hewn hulls.Key takeaways: • Notebook LM = instant research room → outlines, sound-bites, and an AI-generated “podcast” overview that sells the story for you. • Sora is already good enough for concept shots—if you “embrace the jank” and know a sailor’s rigging. • A solid AI-backed structure gives you the confidence (and assets) to approach high-net-worth donors today. ⏱️ Chapters00:00 Intro & project overview00:33 Vince’s expectations vs. reality01:13 Why AI? First passes in Notebook LM02:56 Nailing the three-act story spine​​04:51 Pitching high-net-worth backers with confidence​​06:29 DEMO: AI-generated “audio overview” voices in Notebook LM​​07:42 Mining 20+ interview transcripts for golden sound-bites07:44 First experiments in Sora text-to-video (and embracing the jank)​​08:44 Our best AI boat shot — and a sailor’s verdict10:22 Funding call-out & how to contact Vince10:49 Jon’s “Prompted to Create” course teaser & wrap-up🔗 Connect with Jon Leland: https://stan.store/joncombridges Got a creative project that AI can help get done faster and with ease? Learn about Jon's AI Creativity Consulting: https://ai-creativity.carrd.co/ Affiliates:🔗 Free Kit Email Marketing Account: https://www.combridges.com/email 🔗 The Best Way to Record High-Quality Video Interviews: https://www.combridges.com/record 🔗 "Loom on Steriods" for screen share videos: https://www.combridges.com/video

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  Episode #69

  Boost Your Creativity with AI: Exclusive Video Mojo Chat with Kyle Shannon of AI Salon

  Apr 8, 202443 min

  Get ready for fun, play, and dramatically increased creativity! Join Jon Leland for this lively, informative, and inspiring episode of Video Mojo as we explore the limitless possibilities of Artificial Intelligence with Kyle Shannon, a visionary at the intersection of AI and creativity. Founder of AI Salon and known for his profound insights into the AI revolution, Kyle shares his expertise on how AI is not just changing the landscape of technology but also unlocking new realms of creativity for individuals and industries alike. 🎥 Key Highlights: - Dive into Kyle's journey and the genesis of AI Salon, a community for AI enthusiasts and creators. - Understand the impact of generative AI on creativity and how it can serve as a powerful tool for enhancing human ingenuity. - Explore the transformative potential of AI in various fields, from art and video production to software development and beyond. - Hear about the future of AI and its implications for content creation, storytelling, and personal expression. 🕒 Timecodes: 00:00 - Introduction and welcome Kyle Shannon 02:58 - Kyle's vision on AI and Creativity 06:37 - The rapid adoption of AI technologies and their societal impact 10:26 - Human creativity in the age of AI 15:15 - Playing beyond your core knowledge with AI 19:14 - Overcoming misconceptions about AI 24:14 - Storyvine: Automating video storytelling without losing authenticity 37:51 - The Authenticity Engine: Merging AI with human stories 44:32 - Embracing AI for a brighter, creative future 💡 Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation is a treasure trove of insights on harnessing the power of AI to fuel your creative pursuits. 👉 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on Video Mojo. Your engagement helps us bring more thought leaders like Kyle Shannon into the spotlight. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below! 🔗 Links Discussed: - AI Creativity Playshop with Kyle & Jon: https://videomojo.circle.so/c/creativity-squared-ai-playshop/ - AI Salon: https://aisalon.mn.co - AI Learning Lab on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ailearninglab - Storyvine: https://storyvine.com/ - AI Futures: An Anthology book: https://a.co/d/1geA7yh - Ideogram generative AI graphics: https://ideogram.ai/- Suno generative AI music program: https://www.suno.ai/- Pi personal human-like chatbot: https://pi.ai/- Sheri Dee on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sherideestudio- Shelly Boesch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelly_boesch_ai_art - Jon's email list & social links: https://play.combridges.com/ 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based, AI-assisted video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email Circle for community building & courses - https://combridges.com/community Tella for screen sharing & educational video production - https://combridges.com/video

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