Episode 54: Ever wondered if AI tools could be as good as they claim? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) delve into this question with Nikola Todorovic (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikola-todorovic3/), the CEO of Wonder Dynamics.
In this episode, the hosts discuss with Nikola how Wonder Dynamics’ Flow Studio allows anyone to reskin videos with AI-generated characters, reminiscent of the stunning special effects seen in major films like Lord of the Rings. Nikola explains the evolution of Wonder Dynamics, the skepticism they faced, and the blend of creativity and technology that drives their success. Discover how this groundbreaking tool is democratizing filmmaking for indie creators, and explore Nikola’s vision for the future of AI in Hollywood and beyond.
Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd
—
Show Notes:
- (00:00) From Bosnia to VFX Artist
- (04:38) AI Mocap’s Potential Unveiled
- (06:24) Bridging 3D Skills for All
- (12:33) Motion Prediction for Markless Mocap
- (13:34) Animation Control Enhancements Explained
- (17:44) Hollywood’s Unsustainable Financial Model
- (22:45) 3D Video Consistency Challenges
- (24:14) AI Workflow Innovations in Studio Production
- (29:19) Future of Digital Characters
- (30:41) Content Overload: Cream Rises
- (34:22) VFX and 3D in Social Media
- (38:24) Misleading Ads Featuring AI Characters
- (42:32) Startups’ Film Knowledge Evolution
- (43:08) Creative Collaboration and Controlled Evolution
—
Mentions:
- Want to Create Content with AI? Get the ultimate checklist here: https://clickhubspot.com/wfe
- Nikola Todorovic: https://www.instagram.com/nikola_todorovic3/
- Wonder Dynamics: https://wonderdynamics.com/
Vote for us! https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2025/podcasts/shows/business
—
Check Out Matt’s Stuff:
• Future Tools – https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/
• Blog – https://www.mattwolfe.com/
• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow
—
Check Out Nathan’s Stuff:
- Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
- Blog – https://lore.com/
The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by Hubspot Media // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano
Is Deepseek Worth the Hype?
Episode 44: How impactful is the debut of China’s AI model, DeepSeek, on the global tech landscape? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) unravel everything you need to know about DeepSeek R1 in this…
The $500B AI Project Stargate: Everything You Need to Know
Episode 43: How massive is the $500 billion AI Stargate Project, and what does it mean for the future of AI? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) break down this monumental development and discuss…
You’re Using the Smartest GPT Model Wrong (GPT o1 Full Tutorial)
Episode 42: Are you truly unlocking the full potential of OpenAI’s 01 models? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into the capabilities of ChatGPT01 and GPT01 Pro, offering insights to ensure you’re…
The Biggest Ai Announcements From CES 2025
Episode 41: How groundbreaking are the AI-driven advancements showcased at CES 2025? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take you through the year’s biggest AI announcements and innovations from the Consumer Electronics Show. This…
AI Predictions That Will Completely Change Life In 2025
Episode 40: What will AI look like in 2025 and how will it change our daily lives? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into AI’s future with perspectives on emerging models and…
Ranking 13 Of The Most Popular Ai Video Tools (Q4 2024 Tier List)
Episode 39: How are AI video tools revolutionizing content creation? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Tim Simmons (https://x.com/theomediaai), founder of Theoretically Media, to delve into the latest advancements in AI…
AI Voice Technology Just Got INSANE (ElevenLabs GenFM Demo + More)
Episode 38: How revolutionary is the latest in AI voice technology? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into this topic with Ammaar Reshi (https://x.com/ammaar), head of design at ElevenLabs and AI enthusiast…
Google Flew Me To London To Test Project Astra (Live AI Demo)
Episode 37: Could Google’s new AI, Project Astra, revolutionize the way we interact with technology? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Bibo Xu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bibo-xu-23b3585/), a key player in the development of…
OpenAI’s Video Capabilities EXPOSED (Sora Leak)
Episode 36: What happens when AI technology leaks, and who benefits the most? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) discuss OpenAI’s recent leak involving their video generation model Sora. In this episode, Matt and…
Testing 4 New Ai Coding Tools: Bolt vs V0 vs Replit vs Websim.AI
Episode 35: How effective are the latest AI tools for coding and app development? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take us through a head-to-head evaluation of Bolt, v0, Replit, and Websim.AI, analyzing their…