Best Nora Jackson Podcasts (2024)

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Kevin O’Regan and Tommy Flavin, Co-Founders of Crewless 50:34

1h ago50:34

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Kevin O’Regan and Tommy Flavin, the co-founders of Crewless, a new platform for finding crew in Ireland created by industry professionals for industry professionals.Subscribe to the Film Ireland podcast on your favourite platform here - https://linktr.ee/filmirelandCrewless was created by Kevin O'…

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Presents: Trevor Birney, Producer of 'Kneecap' 31:52

4d ago31:52

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Trevor Birney, Producer of 'Kneecap'.When fate brings Belfast schoolteacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed ‘low life scum’ Naoise & Liam Og, the needle drops on a hip hop act like no other.Rapping in their native Irish language, Kneecap fast become the unlikely figureheads of a Civil Rights m…

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How to Build the Community You Desire: with Cat Lantigua 48:28

5d ago48:28

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Cat Lantigua is a first-generation Dominican-American author, community architect, podcast host and creative strategist helping to build spaces that foster soul-centered conversations and a sense of belonging. Today she joins PRETTYSMART to share all about her new book “Build It and They Will Come - A Guide to Architecting Intentional Community.” S…

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Presents: Gaze Festival Director Greg Thorpe & Dominic Savage, Co-Writer/Director of Close To You 44:22

12d ago44:22

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Ahead of the GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival, Gemma Creagh talks to Festival Director Greg Thorpe and Dominic Savage, Director of Close To You, starring co-writer and producer Elliot Page, which closes this year’s festival. Close To YouElliot Page gives a delicate but defiantly star turn in his first feature role as a trans man since comin…

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On The Ground: Reporting from the Galway Film Fleadh 1:04:54

14d ago1:04:54

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In this podcast in partnership with the Galway Film Fleadh, Gemma Creagh talks to filmmakers Zoe Gibney, winner of this year's Wild Atlantic Pitching Competition, Trevor Whelan, whose film The Story of Zak Moradi screened at the festival, and Maeve McGrath, the Director of Programming.By Film Ireland

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Transform Your Relationships: The Art of Listening with Julie Rice of Peoplehood & SoulCycle 49:45

19d ago49:45

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Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler founded SoulCycle in 2006 along and sold it in 2011 (for approximately 90 million dollars each). Now they have launched what they are calling a workout for your relationships- Peoplehood. 60 minute guided groups where you learn to speak freely and listen deeply. Julie joins PRETTYSMART today so share both about her e…

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Screen Sessions: Nora Twomey & Jessica Patterson on Animation 55:53

21d ago55:53

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In partnership with Screen Ireland, we are delighted to present Screen Sessions – a series of in-depth conversations on craft between emerging and established talent from the Irish Screen industries. In this episode, Nora Twomey and Jessica Patterson shine a light on the animation industry and paths into it, and discuss their respective careers and…

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Presents: Cara Holmes, Director of Notes from Sheepland 47:51

25d ago47:51

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Covering the importance of a sound mix as well as the unruly nature of photogenic sheep, in this podcast, Gemma Creagh chats with Cara Holmes, Director of ‘Notes from Sheepland’.Orla Barry is a self-confessed ovine addict. She is a decade in sheep, she’s still wondering what possessed her to start but yet she wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. Orla…

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Shorts Focus: Fleadh Roundtable with Aisha Bolaji, Jackson Lennon & Paudie Baggott 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

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In this podcast, in partnership with the Galway Film Fleadh, Gemma Creagh talks to Aisha Bolaji, Jackson Lennon and Paudie Baggott about their short films screening at this year's festival.https://www.galwayfilmfleadh.com/https://filmireland.net/By Film Ireland

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Life is for The Living: with Nora McInerny 1:06:05

1M ago1:06:05

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Nora McInerny is an author, speaker and host of “Terrible, Thanks for Asking” - a podcast that lets people be honest about the hard things in life. Nora lost her husband, Aaron when she was just 32 years old and is currently remarried and raising a blended family. Today she shares: What it was like finding out her boyfriend had a brain tumor after …

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Presents: Inas Halabi, Director of We No Longer Prefer Mountains 39:49

1M ago39:49

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This year the Country of Focus at the Galway Film Fleadh is Palestine. In this podcast in partnership with the Galway Film Fleadh, Gemma Creagh talks to Inas Halabi, Director of 'We No Longer Prefer Mountains'. which is screening at this year’s festival (9-14 July 2024). We No Longer Prefer Mountains begins with an ascent of Mount Carmel upon which…

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Presents: Michael Kinirons, Writer/Director & Alicia Ní Ghráinne, Producer of The Sparrow 1:03:34

1M ago1:03:34

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Delving into the complexities of the creative process, in this podcast, Gemma Creagh chats with Michael Kinirons, Writer/Director & Alicia Ní Ghráinne, Producer of 'The Sparrow' as it hits the big screen nationwide. .Wild teen Kevin Coyle grapples with guilt over a deadly secret. As his world unravels and consequences mount, Kevin is pushed to conf…

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Presents: Steven McKenna, Writer & Director and Jaro Waldeck DOP of ‘Dreamtown’ 49:11

2M ago49:11

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In this podcast in partnership with the Galway Film Fleadh, Gemma Creagh talks to Steven McKenna, Writer & Director and Jaro Waldeck DOP of Dreamtown, which is screening at this year's festival (9-14 July 2024).An aging rocker who never realised his dreams is forced to come to terms with his failures as he tries to start a relationship with his est…

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Releasing The Shameful Parts Of Your Story with Emmy-nominated writer Chelsea Devantez 1:06:14

2M ago1:06:14

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Chelsea Devantez is an Emmy-nominated writer, comedian, director, and host of the podcast Glamorous Trash. She was Jon Stewart’s Head Writer for Apple TV+'s The Problem with Jon Stewart and has also written for Not Dead Yet, Girls5Eva, and Bless this Mess, among others. Chelsea’s memoir “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (But I’m Going to Anyway) is …

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Screen Sessions: Mark O’Halloran & Katie McNeice on Writing 52:27

2M ago52:27

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In partnership with Screen Ireland, we are delighted to launch our inaugural Screen Sessions - a series of in-depth conversations on craft between emerging and established talent from the Irish Screen industries. Our first podcast of the series will tackle the art of writing for the screen. It's been 20 years since the iconic Adam and Paul took the…

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Presents: Marian Quinn, Writer/Director of Twig 42:34

2M ago42:34

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Marian Quinn, Writer/Director of Twig. Twig, a powerful retelling of the Greek tragedy Antigone, is set in Dublin’s inner city where an ancient city wall cordons off a neighbourhood which is rife with drugs. When the local crime lord, Leon (O’Byrne) vows to let her brother Paulie’s body rot in the street, Twig…

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Film Ireland Presents: Virpi Suutari, Director of Once Upon A Time In A Forest 39:53

2M ago39:53

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Virpi Suutari, Director of Once Upon A Time In A Forest, which is screening at Docs Ireland (18 – 23 June 2024).A modern fairy tale in the enchanting embrace of the Finnish forest makes its Irish premiere.We witness young people seamlessly woven into the fabric of nature, swimming in crystalline lakes and reve…

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Stop Resisting Your Own Intuition + Live a “Yes, And” Life with Ego Nwodim 50:31

2M ago50:31

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Comedian, Writer and star of Saturday Night Live, Ego Nwodim, joins PRETTYSMART! She shares: What it means to live a “Yes, And” life Auditioning for SNL even though she wasn’t sure she wanted the role (and the key reason she thinks she got the job) Life at SNL ( the most anxiety inducing days of the week) How Keenan Thompson helped her believe in h…

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Presents: Yousef Srouji, Director of Three Promises 26:43

2M ago26:43

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Yousef Srouji about his film Three Promises, which is screening at Docs Ireland (18 - 23 June 2024).While the Israeli army retaliates against the second intifada in the West Bank in the early 2000s, a mother films her family’s daily life, punctuated by time spent sheltering in the basement. Her son revisits th…

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Presents: Eleanor McSherry, UCC Programme Coordinator of Autism Studies 33:42

3M ago33:42

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Eleanor McSherry, a highly qualified Programme Coordinator/designer, researcher and lecturer with UCC (ACE). She lectures and gives workshops, in the areas of neurodiversity in the screen industry, autism studies, disability studies, mental health, film scriptwriting, creative writing, film and media. She is c…

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Embrace the Breakdowns + Build a Life and Business You Love with Kathleen Griffith 51:30

3M ago51:30

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Author of “Build Like a Woman” + award-winning, self-made serial entrepreneur, Kathleen Griffith is here. She’s sharing everything you need to know about building both a life AND a business you love! Kathleen works with Fortune 500 brands, directing more than $500M in marketing dollars and generating more than one billion dollars on behalf of clien…

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The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep06: Colm Quinn (Ransom ’79) 41:15

3M ago41:15

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In this episode of The DocArena Podcast, Ross Whitaker talks to Colm Quinn about his documentary Ransom ’79,Ransom ’79 tells the story of legendary Irish reporter Charlie Bird and his determination to break one final story before his life is cut short by Motor Neurone Disease. Charlie’s sources have given him an extraordinary true crime story, one …

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Presents: Gary Lennon, Director of Piano Dreams 36:47

3M ago36:47

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Delving into this story with families at the core, in this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Gary Lennon, Director of Piano Dreams.There are currently 40 million piano students in China. With many practising up to ten hours a day, pianomania has truly gripped the nation. We follow three young hopefuls and their dedicated families as they …

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Film Ireland Presents: Laura McGann, Writer/Director of The Deepest Breath 26:40

3M ago26:40

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Congratulations to Laura McGann and the team who worked on The Deepest Breath on their Emmy win! In this Film Ireland podcast, listen back as Gemma Creagh talks to Laura McGann about her powerful film.The Deepest Breath follows champion freediver Alessia Zecchini, who fell in love with the sport as a child growing up in Italy, astounding coaches wi…

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Presents: Tanya Doyle, Director of Eat / Sleep / Cheer / Repeat 45:06

3M ago45:06

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Tanya Doyle, Director of 'Eat / Sleep / Cheer / Repeat'.Subscribe to the Film Ireland podcast on your favourite platform at https://linktr.ee/filmirelandTeam captain, glamour queen Jessica; star athlete, Covid anti-vaxer Jayleesa; dyslexic, athletic Blathnaid; out-n-proud, fun-loving Dean; freedom-seeking Tayl…

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Release Stress and Trauma From Your Body (Get Out of Functional Freeze) Using Somatic Healing with Liz Tenuto (The Workout Witch) 45:38

3M ago45:38

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The Workout Witch, Liz Tenuto, joins PRETTYSMART to teach us how to release trauma and get rid of chronic pain through somatic exercises and therapy. With a Degree in Psychology from UCSB, somatic certifications in Feldenkrais and Pilates with a specialization in injuries & pathologies, and 15 years of teaching experience, she's been changing the c…

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Film Ireland Presents: Simon Chambers, Director of Much Ado About Dying 56:45

3M ago56:45

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Simon Chambers, the Director of Screen Ireland supported documentary 'Much Ado About Dying.Filmmaker Simon finds his life drastically interrupted when he is called back to London from India to care for his retired bohemian gay actor Uncle David. Everything that could go wrong does go wrong. David's anarchic sp…

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Film Ireland Presents: Andrew Baird, Director of Sunrise 57:25

3M ago57:25

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh welcomes back Andrew Baird to talk about his latest film, Sunrise. Then we hear from Director Michael Showalter about his Rom Com The Idea of You. When a former cop named Fallon returns to the scene of a horrific crime, the residents of a rural town discover the dark visitor is really a vampire who feeds o…

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Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships with Friendship Coach Danielle Bayard Jackson 1:08:16

4M ago1:08:16

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Friendship coach and author of “Fighting for Our Friendships,” Danielle Bayard Jackson, joins the pod to share practical strategies and thoughtful insights to help us in every area of our friendships. We discuss: The two questions every friend wants answered How to handle conflict in friendships as adults How to make friends as an adult Why friends…

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Talking Film: What's happening in Japanese Cinema? 59:52

4M ago59:52

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In this Japanese Film Festival Roundtable, Gemma Creagh talks to Andrew Partridge, founder of Anime Limited, Emmy Shigeta, a Japanese DJ working in the industry in Ireland, and Stephen McNeice, co-programmer of the Japanese Film Festival Ireland.https://www.jff.ie/https://filmireland.net/ The Japanese Film Festival Ireland is organised by access CI…

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Shorts Focus: Young Critics from YIFM @ DIFF 1:11:29

4M ago1:11:29

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In this special Young Irish Film Makers at Dublin International Film Festival podcast, 5 young critics interview 2 filmmakers whose shorts screened at this year's festival.Adelaide Kane interviews Hannah Mamalis DIFF Podcast 2024Chloe O'Malley and Assil Ksiksi interview Ciaran Maggin interview Ciaran Maginn, whose film Screamer screened at the the …

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10 Tips to Be a Great Conversationalist: with Danielle Robay 19:16

4M ago19:16

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In Danielle’s first solo episode she dives into one of her favorite topics— conversation. She’s spent 13 years and over 3,000 conversing professionally (and countless hours talking personally lol). Combining both her professional and personal experience she shares 10 tips on how to be a great conversationalist! The quality of conversation in so man…

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Film Ireland Presents: Alan Gilsenan, Director of The Days Of Trees 48:39

4M ago48:39

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Alan Gilsenan about his latest film..An intimate beautifully wrought and deftly handled meditation on trauma, offering hope and insight.The Days Of Trees is in cinemas from 12th April 2024.By Film Ireland

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The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep05: Andrew Gallimore (One Night In Millstreet) 37:37

4M ago37:37

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In this episode of The DocArena Podcast, Ross Whitaker talks to Andrew Gallimore about his documentary One Night In Millstreet.One Night In Millstreet is the story of Ireland in 1995, a snapshot of a country told through a high stakes prize fight in Millstreet, Cork between the then unknown underdog Steve ‘The Celtic Warrior’ Collins and the larger…

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Presents: Distributer Adam Torel, Third Window Films & Maeve Cook, Access Cinema 56:42

4M ago56:42

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Ahead of the Japanese Film Festival, Gemma Creagh talks to Adam Torel, Head of Third Window Films. Two of his releases, Shadow of Fire and Typhoon Club are screening at this year's festival.To introduce the festival, Gemma first talks to Maeve Cooke, director at access CINEMA, co-organisers of the festival with The Embassy of Japan.https://www.jff.…

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Make Your Life a Joy Bomb + Live Shamelessly with Heidi Clements 1:00:48

4M ago1:00:48

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Heidi Clements is a 63 year old writer, clothing enthusiast, storyteller. She’s also the incredible and inspiring @WelcometoHeidi on Instagram where she doles out no nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is life advice to her half a million followers who are mostly in their 20s and 30s. Today she joins PRETTYSMART to share her story + some of the lessons she’s…

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Manifesting Your Mission with Actress Brianna Brown Keen 48:02

4M ago48:02

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Minnesota native Brianna Brown Keen is an award-winning actress who has worked for over two decades in Hollywood with projects ranging from top grossing feature films, to Emmy-winning television shows, to indie projects she has produced. She is often recognized for her roles on Dynasty, Devious Maids, General Hospital & Homeland, Netflix’s hit seri…

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Film Ireland Presents: Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor, Co-Directors & Writers of Baltimore 40:50

5M ago40:50

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Christine Molloy & Joe Lawlor, about their film Baltimore.Based on the infamous true story of the English heiress who became a revolutionary. Debutante Rose Dugdale (Imogen Poots) enjoys a life of wealth and privilege, but her rebellious nature soon leads her down a militant path. Amongst the poli…

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The Four Steps for a Healthy, Powerful, Vibrant + Love Filled Life with Somatic Therapist + Life Coach Alyssa Nobriga 41:45

5M ago41:45

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Alyssa Nobriga is a licensed Clinical Somatic Psychotherapist and lifecoach - today she’s joining PRETTYSMART to share the keys to having healthy, powerful, vibrant and fulfilling relationships. We discuss: The four levels of love (and what they mean for your relationships) Why we almost always attract a partner who triggers us. What to expect when…

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Film Ireland Presents: Leandro Arouca, Colourist 48:46

5M ago48:46

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In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Leandro Arouca, Colourist at Raygun, a boutique post-production house located on Baggot Street in Dublin’s city centre. Leandro brings over fifteen years international experience in the craft of colour grading to the t Raygun team. Beginning his career with O2 Filmes in Sao Paolo, Leandro has work…

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A Masterclass in Taking Big Swings: with Entrepreneur Erica Malbon (Malbon Golf) 44:35

5M ago44:35

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Erica Malbon is the visionary co-founder behind the esteemed lifestyle brand Malbon Golf and the luxurious spa and wellness boutique, The Now. With an innate talent for identifying untapped opportunities and trusting her instincts, Erica has consistently achieved success in her entrepreneurial endeavors. Today she shares: How her diverse upbringing…

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The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep04: Kevin Macdonald (High & Low: John Galliano) 57:53

5M ago57:53

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In this episode of The DocArena Podcast, we are grateful to Dublin International Film Festival and Volta Pictures for sharing this masterclass with Kevin Macdonald on directing in conversation with Ross Whitaker.This masterclass took place on 25th February 2024.The Oscar-winning director is known for his feature and documentary films, including One…

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The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep03: Rachel Ramsay And James Erskine (Copa 71) 33:18

5M ago33:18

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In this episode of The DocArena Podcast, Ross Whitaker talks to Rachel Ramsay and James Erskine about their documentary Copa 71.It is August 1971. Football teams from England, Argentina, Mexico, France, Denmark and Italy are gathering at Mexico City’s sun-drenched Azteca Stadium. The scale of the tournament is monumental: lavish sponsorship, extens…

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Never Underestimate The Wisdom + Power of Teen Girls with Author Chelsey Goodan 51:56

5M ago51:56

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When you were a teenager, who was advocating for you? Meet Chelsey Goodan, the advocate for teenage girls. With over a decade of experience, she's empowering girls to unlock their potential in her new book, "Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls." Whether you're healing the teenager inside of you, or caring for a teenage girl, Chels…

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Film Ireland Presents: Pav Grochola, FX & Look of Picture Supervisor at Sony Pictures Imageworks 46:02

6M ago46:02

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In this podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Pav Grochola, FX and Look of Picture Supervisor at Sony Pictures Imageworks. Pav Grochola is in Belfast to give a talk at RENDR Festival on 1st March 2024.RENDR Festival is a unique evening event, celebrating creative craft and artistry in a fully immersive two-day festival exploring the space between Creativi…

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Jada Pinkett Smith: A Love Letter to Complicated Women 52:54

6M ago52:54

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Actress, Emmy Award-Winning host and New York Times Bestselling Author of “Worthy, Jada Pinkett Smith offers an intimate look into her life and the honest, inspirational, and sometimes painful lessons she’s learned along the way. It was a beautiful conversation, but the moment that stuck out the most is when she said this: “My biggest art form is h…

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Film Ireland Presents: Nadim Cheikhrouha, Producer of Four Daughters at DIFF 40:53

6M ago40:53

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We are delighted to be partnering with Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) to bring you a series of podcasts with filmmakers featuring in this year’s programme. DIFF 2024 runs 22nd February – 2nd March. Explore the programme and get your tickets here.In this Film Ireland podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Nadim Cheikhrouha, Producer of Four Daugh…

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Talking Film: Silver Screen Critics Round Table at DIFF 1:06:15

6M ago1:06:15

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We are thrilled to be partnering with Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) to bring you a series of podcasts with filmmakers featuring in this year’s programme. DIFF 2024 runs 22nd February – 2nd March. Explore the programme and get tickets here.In this Film Ireland Podcast, DIFF's Silver Screen Critics: Lorna Cady, Mutale Kampuni, Maureen Bus…

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What If Everything You're Too Scared To Try Actually Works Out? With Lizzy Mathis 46:47

6M ago46:47

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Actress, model, founder and editor in chief of The Cool Mom Co, Lizzy Mathis joins PRETTYSMART. She shares candidly about: How grief over the loss of her mother has shaped her. How Tyra Banks became her mentor and what she’s learned from her. Why it’s so important to her to pour into other women. Why she views both happiness and rejection as a choi…

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Film Ireland Presents: Oge Obasi, Producer of Mami Wata at DIFF 36:37

6M ago36:37

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In this Dublin International Film Festival podcast, Gemma Creagh talks to Oge Obasi, Producer of Mami Wata. Set in the matriarchal ocean village of Iyi, where West African water deity Mami Wata reigns via the village leader, this genre-bending tale brings to life a futuristic fable that fuses spiritual beliefs with inter-generational tensions.Writt…

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