The VB Host on Location
On Location Sunset Studios Las Palmas
First Episode in New Industry-Focused Series Takes Audiences Inside One of Vertical Entertainment’s Purpose-Built Production Facilities
We’re excited to welcome The Vertical Buzz into the studio and share a closer look at what goes into creating premium vertical content”— Chris Crema, co-founder of Knockout Shorts
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Vertical Buzz is bringing viewers behind the scenes of the fast-growing vertical entertainment field by introducing “The Vertical Buzz: On Location,” a fresh slate of special episodes taped at top studios, production firms, festivals, conferences, and sector events that are influencing the future of mobile-first narratives.
Debuting on Thursday, July 16th, 2026, the first episode was recorded at Sunset Studios’ newly constructed standing sets within Sunset Las Palmas Studios in Hollywood, developed in collaboration with short-form studio Knockout Shorts. This episode features a thorough discussion with Knockout Shorts founders Chris Crema and Matt Ko regarding the progression of vertical entertainment production, the rising appetite for high-quality mobile-first material, and the possibilities emerging throughout this quickly expanding field.
Additionally, the episode offers viewers a rare glimpse behind the curtain at a production environment built specifically for this industry, crafted to generate top-tier vertical entertainment for today’s mobile-first audiences.
“One of the goals of The Vertical Buzz has always been to connect our audience with the people and companies building this industry,” said Buzz Leer, founder and host of The Vertical Buzz. “The On Location initiative allows us to move beyond the studio and take viewers directly inside the places where vertical entertainment is being created. Knockout Shorts was the perfect place to launch the series because they represent the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation driving this industry forward.”
The rollout of the On Location series arrives during a period of notable growth for The Vertical Buzz. Since its debut earlier this year, the platform has showcased over 20 industry leaders and solidified its position as a key media outlet solely dedicated to covering the vertical entertainment sector.
“We’re excited to welcome The Vertical Buzz into the studio and share a closer look at what goes into creating premium vertical content,” said Chris Crema, co-founder of Knockout Shorts. “The industry is evolving incredibly fast, and platforms like The Vertical Buzz are helping connect creators, talent, executives, and audiences through meaningful conversations about where this medium is headed.”
The On Location effort signifies a substantial broadening of The Vertical Buzz’s industry reporting and will encompass upcoming episodes recorded at production facilities, conferences, festivals, and major vertical entertainment gatherings throughout North America.
Scheduled stops for the series include Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, and additional industry hubs as the vertical entertainment field continues its swift worldwide expansion. This initiative mirrors The Vertical Buzz’s ongoing transformation from a studio-based interview show into a year-round media platform covering the individuals, companies, productions, and events defining the future of vertical entertainment.
“The Vertical Buzz has quickly become an important voice within this emerging industry,” said Charlie Waddell, CEO of AEIRO and presenting sponsor of The Vertical Buzz. “What makes the platform valuable is its ability to bring together the people building the future of vertical entertainment while helping educate and connect the broader community. We’re proud to support that mission.”
The premiere episode featuring Chris Crema and Matt Ko of Knockout Shorts will debut Thursday, July 16th, 2026, on The Vertical Buzz YouTube channel and podcast platforms worldwide.
ABOUT THE VERTICAL BUZZ
The Vertical Buzz is a weekly video podcast and media platform dedicated exclusively to the vertical entertainment industry. Through conversations with actors, producers, executives, educators, founders, investors, and innovators, The Vertical Buzz explores the trends, opportunities, and stories shaping the future of vertical storytelling and mobile-first entertainment.
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