The Filming with Josh Podcast

Joshua Milligan runs Rustic River Media and hosts The Filming with Josh Podcast with the tagline "the videographers' home for tips, tricks and how to make flicks." That pretty much nails it. This is a show made by a working videographer for other working videographers, and the conversations stay grounded in the day-to-day realities of running a video production business. Milligan talks openly about his own pricing overhauls, the new clauses he adds to client contracts, and why he bought a dedicated production truck to differentiate his company. With 113 episodes and a perfect 5.0-star rating from 21 reviews, the show has built a loyal following among solo videographers and small production teams. The topics get refreshingly specific — one episode builds a case against image stabilization, arguing for more organic handheld footage, while another breaks down seven contract terms every videographer should add to protect themselves. Milligan also isn't afraid to talk about the state of the industry honestly, covering how budgets are shrinking, client expectations are shifting, and where AI fits into video production. The show releases on a somewhat irregular schedule (there was a year-long hiatus before the most recent return), but the episodes that do drop are packed with usable advice. Most run 35 to 55 minutes. If you are a freelance videographer trying to figure out the business side — pricing, contracts, client management, gear decisions — this is one of the most directly relevant shows out there.