Best Creative Conversations with Di Podcasts (2024)

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Fall in Love with The Work with John Glenn (Eagle Eye, The Assassin) 1:26:16

10h ago1:26:16

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In writer/producer/showrunner John Glenn's view, there should really only be one reason you go into show business: a love of storytelling. Anything else gets in the way of the most important task at hand, and that is doing the work you should already love. John Patrick Glenn is an American screenwriter, producer, and show runner who has worked with…

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Hollywood Round Table: Finding Hope in the Current Moment 43:16

9d ago43:16

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Hope may be hard to come by in any corner of the world these days. But writer-producer Chap Taylor and producer Evan Astrowsky try their level best to help us keep our chins up in our first show business roundtable for season 3. Chap Taylor has written screenplays and television pilots for all of the major Hollywood studios. He's worked for such pr…

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Always Be Willing To Learn with John & Dave Chernin (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Incoming) 1:21:29

11h ago1:21:29

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Egos abound in the business of show. But if you aim to be like writer/directors John and Dave Chernin, then you'll have to accept that there are always new ways of doing things and different approaches to storytelling that you are totally unaware of and should probably embrace. Brothers John and Dave Chernin started their television careers as writ…

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What do you see when you look in the Mirror? I share what I see when I see it. 5:49

13h ago5:49

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We all have a familiar experience, one we share countless times a day. We stand before a mirror. In my case glance at it when I’m on my way to the you-know-where. Sometimes it's a glance, checking our hair or outfit. Other times, it's a more deliberate moment, taking stock of ourselves. When you look at the mirrors what is one thing you usually not…

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#155: Creative Codex, Carl Jung, Misfit Artists, Tragic Heroes, and Creative Genius with MJDorian 52:37

1d ago52:37

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My guest today is MJDorian, the host of one of my favourite shows Creative Codex. He is also an artist and composer. In today’s episode, we talked about… Behind the Scenes: An inside look at the making of the podcast show, Creative Codex. Carl Jung’s Influence: How Carl Jung’s work has shaped MJDorian's creative process and influenced the reading o…

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Pray for the Movie Gods' Favor with Denise Di Novi (Little Women, Edward Scissorhands) 58:39

7d ago58:39

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Most people can only dream of having the kind of career producer/director Denise Di Novi has enjoyed. And she says a lot that came down to the fact that she never lost faith in the idea that this was what she was meant to do. Denise Di Novi is an award-winning film and television producer whose projects have grossed over a billion dollars worldwide…

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97. In conversation with Elizabeth Karani and Anthony Gregory 14:31

14d ago14:31

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In this episode, James Clutton chats with Elizabeth Karani and Anthony Gregory who play the roles of Acis and Galatea in Opera Holland Park's 2024 production.By Opera Holland Park

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Don't Stop Dreaming Big with Phil Botti (Atlantic Records, Warner Music Group) 1:04:39

14d ago1:04:39

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The puppet masters who control the industry's purse strings may have some trepidation these days about taking risks on big ideas. But music video producer Phil Botti argues that still shouldn't prevent you from coming up with what he calls "aspirational content." Phil Botti has executive produced and commissioned thousands of hours of highly impact…

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Find Longevity However You Can with Phil Botti (Atlantic Records, Warner Music Group) 1:00:15

24d ago1:00:15

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Decades-long careers with a single employer are pretty hard to come by in the entertainment industry. But writer-producer and fellow NYU alum Phil Botti is a shining example of how mixing competence with kindness can be the ultimate survival skill. Phil Botti has executive produced and commissioned thousands of hours of highly impactful short and l…

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How do I craft and think about characters? 6:16

1M ago6:16

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I know there are many thoughts and practices out there about creating characters. The way I think creating characters may be different than some others. I hope you find value in this quick message. Website: https://winstonawilson.com Get tickets to the latest play: https://lyricstheplay.comBy Winston A. Wilson

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96. In conversation with soprano Alison Langer 17:46

28d ago17:46

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James Clutton sits down with soprano Alison Langer to talk about starting her career in Opera Holland Park Young Artists scheme, the roles she's performed with the company and her upcoming role as Nedda in Pagliacci ahead of its opening night.By Opera Holland Park

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Take Control of Your Dream with Brendon Small (The Venture Bros., Comedy Bang Bang!) 55:18

28d ago55:18

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Creativity is a mysterious, ethereal force in the universe that can be harnessed only with a tremendous amount of effort. As writer, musician and comedian Brendon Small knows, learning to wield it in your favor is a hell of a thing. But once you do, unlimited potential opens up to you. Brendon Small is the mind behind the Squigglevision classic Hom…

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95. In conversation with the cast and conductor of Il segreto di Susanna 12:43

1M ago12:43

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Ahead of its revival at Opera Holland Park in a double bill paired with Leoncavallo's Pagliacci, James Clutton chats with Richard Burkhard, Clare Presland and John Andrews about Il segreto di Susanna.By Opera Holland Park

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94. In conversation after the final night of Tosca 2024 46:32

1M ago46:32

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James Clutton chats with the cast of Stephen Barlow's Tosca on its final night at Opera Holland Park.By Opera Holland Park

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Create The Job You Want with Brendon Small (Metalocalypse, Home Movies) 1:06:46

2M ago1:06:46

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You can spend your whole life fighting to be the next big star and still end up with nothing. Or you can double down on whatever makes you weirdly uniquely yourself, like comedian, musician and co-creator of Adult Swim's Metalocalypse and Home Movies Brendon Small did, and there's a decent chance it might resonate enough with people that you build …

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Monologue: Wondrous Encounters in the Heart of the Mountains 32:31

1M ago32:31

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In May this year, in Manchester, I witnessed an aurora reminiscent of angels descending to earth. Later, I came across trending news on X about a blue meteor appearing in Portugal. Coupled with constantly seeing fractal geometries in purple, gold, and green during breathwork sessions, and Buddhist mandala patterns, I've been in a dreamlike state, p…

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Have Confidence in Your Vision with David Dastmalchian (Dune, Late Night with the Devil) 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

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Shortcuts are an illusion and if you want your passion to lead to success, you need to put in the work. But, actor David Dastmalchain notes, more than that you need to fully realize what it is you're trying to achieve if you want others to follow you on the quest to make that idea a reality. Actor, writer, and producer David Dastmalchian has had su…

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Alex & Ali: On A.I. 30:20

2M ago30:20

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In our latest episode of bonus content, Alex sits down with his daughter Ali to wrap their minds around Chat GPT, technology in the arts and the piss-poor quality of writing done by computers. Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave…

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Know When to Stand Out and When to Blend In with Owen Barry (The Chicks, Jackson Browne) 1:12:33

2M ago1:12:33

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Whatever shape they may take or media it manifests in, success in pretty much every collaborative art form in existence boils down to the same basic principles. Generosity. Patience. And as genius guitarist Owen Barry knows, filling the role that's needed most to maintain harmony, rather than just waiting for your moment to shine. Owen Barry has be…

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Humble Thyself with Javier Gonzalez (Weak Layers, Funny Pages) 47:47

2M ago47:47

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The first ever time someone steps on a movie set, be they actor, director, writer or whoever, can be extremely precarious. Producer Javier Gonzalez says humility is always the safest move because it brings out the best in others, as it did for Clint Eastwood in his 1971 directorial debut and today's "B-side": Play Misty for Me. Javier Gonzalez is a…

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How do we grow as an Actor? Angel L. Henderson gives powerful guidance. 1:02:12

2M ago1:02:12

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Angel returns to share her story about how we continue to grow and connect as Actors. Thank you Angel for returning to the podcast. https://www.instagram.com/iamangelhenderson/ https://www.threads.net/@iamangelhendersonBy Winston A. Wilson

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Follow the Dream Wherever It Takes You with Javier Gonzalez (Swallow, Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie) 56:56

3M ago56:56

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Filmmaking requires a wide array of factors to come together in perfect alignment, not the least of which are things like funding, favors and finding a place to do it. That's why producer Javier Gonzalez leaves no stone unturned when setting a project in motion. Javier Gonzalez is a Mexican-American, El Paso, TX-based, Emmy-winning and Sundance Gra…

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Make Your Life Your Art with Phil Rosenthal (Everybody Loves Raymond, Somebody Feed Phil) 1:14:41

3M ago1:14:41

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Your creative voice comes from your identity and experiences. So it's only natural that creative geniuses like Everybody Loves Raymond creator Phil Rosenthal mine their own lives for their work. He's been fortunate enough to tread a path that few get to follow. Phil has garnered a cult like following for his Netflix series SOMEBODY FEED PHIL, which…

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Alex & Ali: Late Oscar Reviews 46:49

3M ago46:49

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In a new series of bonus content, Alex sits down with his daughter Ali to get the "youth perspective" on the state of cinema. Their inaugural conversation covers this year's Academy Awards winners and losers. Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and …

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Learn To Be Persistent with Michael Forman (Just Shoot Me, The King of Queens) 54:14

3M ago54:14

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Life is marathon, not a full blown sprint. And as development executive Michael Forman knows full well, there is no "making it" in show business, because search for success never really ends, and stamina beats speed any day. Michael Forman has been a Senior-level development executive and Executive producer for two decades. As a studio exec, he hel…

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Kill Your Ego with Michael Forman (Homicide: Life on the Streets, NewsRadio) 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

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One of the hardest lessons you can learn is that sometimes, the number one thing people are looking for is a person who's willing to do the job no one else will do, and do it with a smile on their face. As as television executive Michael Forman knows, it's that level of ego sublimation that's the key to long-term survival in show business. Michael …

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Never Let Them Say You Can't with Carla Renata (The Curvy Critic) 1:34:17

4M ago1:34:17

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Any career that's worth a damn is full of barriers and bends in the road where you have no idea what's coming up ahead around the curve. But as actress, singer, journalist and film lover Carla Renata knows, it's what you do when something is blocking the path to what you want that makes you who you are. A proud Howard University graduate, Carla Ren…

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Monologue: On Carl Jung 18:53

4M ago18:53

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Based on the advice of an online mentor who suggests exploring influential books called 'earthquake books'—those that can significantly shake and impact our perspectives—one such powerful book is the profound works of Carl Jung. As I explore Jung's works, certain sections of his books have left a lasting mark on how I perceive things, resonating de…

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Season 3 of How I Got Greenlit launches Tuesday, May 14! 1:19

4M ago1:19

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Season 3 of How I Got Greenlit launches Tuesday, May 14! Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-time filmmakers a chance to direct their first feature film. In 2018, Alex wrote and directed the film High Voltage starring Davi…

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Nina Karnikowski | Mindful traveller – how she reimagined her dream career to support the planet 37:21

4M ago37:21

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What do you do when your dream career suddenly loses its shine? Do you give it up for something new – or change the way you’re doing it? If anyone had a dream career, it was Nina Karnikowski. As a travel writer at the Sydney Morning Herald, and later going freelance, she was off on adventurous travels a dozen times a year. But in 2019, she went on …

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Di Thomas shares how to be authentic as a film maker and creator. 43:17

5M ago43:17

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Join Di Thomas as Di shares guidance on being focused as a creator. Di's film career is growing and expanding in many wonderful directions. You will love this conversation. Thank you so much, Di! https://instagram.com/dthomaspictures https://risingtidescharity.org https://winstonawilson.comBy Winston A. Wilson

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What do I use to be productive and creative? 9:14

5M ago9:14

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What do I use to be creative? I use several things, but the main thing I use is a place to store my ideas. You've heard me talk about Notion recently, and that is a place where I have an idea, and then I put it in there. But I also create a roadmap, so if I have an idea for a blog or a podcast, I use a template that says, this is an idea stage, and…

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A sneak peek inside our Career Change Kickstarter course 3:40

5M ago3:40

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Are you at a career crossroads and thinking about ‘what’s next’ for you? Then you’ll want to dive into this mini episode, to find out how our Career Change Kickstarter course can help you! If you’re feeling the niggle (or roar) of needing a change, but you’re not sure what you want to do next or what steps to take, this course is for you. Applicati…

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#154: Premier League, Football Journalism, Interview Superstars, and Women in Football with Liv Wang 44:20

5M ago44:20

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My guest today is Liv Wang, a renowned Premier League journalist with a massive following of millions. I've been a follower of Liv's work for quite some time now, admiring her unique content creation and interviewing style with Premier League footballers. Recently, I had the opportunity to meet Liv in person during my visit to Manchester. Needless …

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#153: Special Episode: At Bakery CrossFit with Edu, Mel and Diogo 1:09:41

5M ago1:09:41

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Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming three individuals to our conversation. Joining us are Luis Eduardo Arruda, not only a head Coach but also a co-owner of @thebakerycrossfit. Alongside him is Melissa Haun, a formidable athlete representing the Bakery Athletics team. And last but not least, we have Diogo Costa, who wears dual hats as both a da…

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Monologue: Exploring Spiritual Enlightenment and Mystical Experiences 41:26

6M ago41:26

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If the doors of perception were cleansed every thing would appear to man as it is, Infinite. For man has closed himself up, till he sees all things thro' narrow chinks of his cavern. ― William Blake, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell In recent times, we've immersed ourselves in deep discussions challenging traditional beliefs and values. Concepts suc…

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#152: Mentorship, Inner Journey, Intuition, Life Coaching and Spiritual Crisis with Devin Martin 1:16:32

6M ago1:16:32

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Today, I'm joined by Devin Martin, the visionary behind Lifestyle Integrity and a distinguished executive life coach. In this episode, we talked about… Delving into some key moments or practices that have significantly shaped the course of Devin’s personal growth and transformative journey. Why it's crucial for people to pause and limit external st…

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93. In conversation with Members, Musicians and the Development team 19:51

7M ago19:51

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Join James Clutton for the day on our annual Envoy Reception! He chats to our Development team about upcoming plans, meets some of our most loyal supporters and hears from some of our musicians. Have a listen to find out more about the world of membership at OHP and what it's like to be part of the OHP family.…

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Snowflake Productivity part 1. We are all different 15:10

7M ago15:10

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I love productivity, not because of apps but because it helps me creatively. I'm hopeful this may give you some insight into my process. Please let me know if you have any questions. Also if you have any ideas for topics please let me know. https://winstonawilson.comBy Winston A. Wilson

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How Wolverine helped my childhood and informs my personal productivity. 4:58

8M ago4:58

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When I was growing up, the character Wolverine from the X-Men resonated with me. I like many growing up was filled with rage. I was bullied incessantly and at any moment felt like I could burst and go berserk (Wolverine's greatest fear). I know this episode is a departure from my typical topics, but I wish to give you some insight into why producti…

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Caesar Wilson’s monologue 5:22

8M ago5:22

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In 2023 Caesar Winston Wilson performed "The Broken Wings of Young Black Male" by Winsphere Jones. At the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival. This was for the annual Doctor Doris Derby Monologue Competition. He did this while serving as an intern at this year's festival. We are so proud of him. To learn more about the festival, please check: https://At…

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Jeneen shares how she and we can continue on our creative ”Journey”. 52:24

8M ago52:24

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It is such a pleasure to have Jeneen Hammond join us on the CCshow. I've had the pleasure of experiencing her show "Journey" on more than one occasion. Her spirit and love for us will be an inspiration to everyone. Don't forget to become a member of the site for the full video version as well as many cool creative content, https://www.jeneenhammond…

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The Making of Lyrics, part one. The music. 3:06

9M ago3:06

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I created a song to represent the first episode in my making of the "Lyrics" series. In the video, I share that I begin with what is the "Inciting Incident" that drives the story, Check out the video and subscribe for more. https://youtu.be/XCAsBoqH6bEBy Winston A. Wilson

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92. In conversation with Isabella Farrell at the OHP Christmas Extravaganza 19:33

8M ago19:33

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In this episode, James Clutton and Education and Outreach Manager Isabella Farrell reflect on OHP's Christmas Extravaganza. Having visited care homes, hospital wards and community groups across Kensington, James also chats to residents at The Royal Hospital and members of our new intergenerational choir.…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: @ETHGlobal Istanbul Hackathon 20:46

9M ago20:46

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Kia Ora, Ni Hao, and Hello! Welcome to a special edition of the Chiwi Journal podcast, recorded live at the ETHGlobal Istanbul Hackathon. In this episode, I bring you exclusive interviews with the brilliant minds who won scholarships from the Take Off Web3 program and are building exciting projects here. Join me now to delve into their inspiring ve…

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One-on-One: Ryan & Alex Talk Cartoons, California History and Creative Thievery 50:55

10M ago50:55

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In this special episode marking the end of season 2, Alex and Ryan ditch the traditional format in favor of a funny, freewheeling conversation about everything from the timeless brilliance of Looney Tunes to the thin line between taking inspiration from your artistic heroes and outright stealing from them. Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creat…

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Kris McKee | In bloom – how she stepped away from nursing to fulfil her creative dreams 33:31

10M ago33:31

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Have you always dreamed of doing something creative? But you’re not sure how to turn that into a career? For Kris McKee, her early creative interests fell by the wayside as she pursued a more stable career in nursing. Being a nurse opened up opportunities to travel and live in London, and over 20 years, she worked her way up in a very specialised f…

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Spotting Diamonds in the Rough with Alex's Father Jim Keledjian 1:09:00

10M ago1:09:00

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A life has many ups and downs, and the life of Jim Keledjian, father of Alex, is no exception. His story of rags-to-riches-to-rags-to-riches through the worlds of city planning and real estate investment is full of timeless gems of universal wisdom, including how to recognize opportunity in even some of the most obscure places. Jim Keledjian formed…

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Utilizing IP That You Love with Writer-Producer Marc Guggenheim (Supergirl, Green Lantern) 1:03:12

10M ago1:03:12

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Writer-producer Marc Guggenheim approaches his work from a place of trying to please the ten-year-old version of himself who loved sci fi and superheroes. So he was the perfect guy for Warner Bros. and DC Comics to tap to not just play in, but help build its cinematic sandbox. Marc Guggenheim is an American screenwriter, television producer, comic …

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Portia returns and we talk about the future (and A.I). 1:02:46

10M ago1:02:46

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I've known Portia for many years. She has personally been there for me as an actor in one of my staged readings. Since then I've followed her journey and her relentless focus on spirituality. I'm so honored to have her join our conversation. She is one of the most intelligent and insightful people I know. Check out her website. Join my website for …

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