What does it really mean to make a living getting hit,flipped, and thrown—for the camera?

On this episode of Set Talks, Nick Fiorella talks with stunt performers Cameron Carter and Tara Fox about life inside the stunt world across film, television, and video games. From high-risk coordination to motion-capture performance, they unpack the skills, discipline, and teamwork required to safely deliver unforgettable action on screen.

This conversation is a must-listen for filmmakers, actors,and creatives who want a clearer understanding of how stunts shape storytelling—and why stunt professionals are essential collaborators on set.

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00:00 Introduction

02:09 Getting into Stunt Performance Art

07:58 Colorado Stunt Groups

11:24 Video Game Stunts & Mocap

24:23 Stunts and Safety

31:38 Stunts contributing to Story

34:25 Collaboration with the Stunt Team

46:58 Key Skills for Stunt Performers

53:27 Stunts on set breakdown

1:00:39 Advice for Directors working with Stunt People

1:08:45 Working as a Stunt Performer in Colorado

1:17:12 Demo Reels for Stunt Performers

1:20:00 Stunt Performer Equipment Essentials

1:23:46 The Colorado Film Scene

1:32:13 Follow Cameron and Tara on Social Media