Best Ricky Grove Podcasts (2024)

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Audley Harrison: From Olympic Gold to Boxing Legacy 34:42

8m ago34:42

34:42

Buncey sits down with former Olympic champion Audley Harrison. At the Sydney Olympics in 2000, he won Britain’s first ever super-heavyweight gold and their first in the ring for 32 years. He talks Buncey through his journey from a young and hungry novice to standing on the top step of the podium. They discuss how that moment led to improved funding…

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S4 E137 Machinima News Omnibus (July 2024) 35:46

2d ago35:46

35:46

This month's news omnibus covers our usual breadth of topics - from Reallusion's Character Creator contest; to a 'how to create in SL', available only in SL; to Project Odyssey's contest for genAIers; to the winners of the second AIFF; to some fabulous projects such as @EpicSpaceman latest film, an Elden Ring band, Jennifer McKnew's Sydney and Sock…

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The Skye’s the Limit 29:34

5d ago29:34

29:34

WBC World Champion Skye Nicolson is Buncey’s guest this week. The pair chat about how she ended up in a gym in South-East London, why she thinks Amanda Serrano is ducking her and whether she can turn her dream of becoming undisputed into a reality. We also hear from her trainer Eddie Lam.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Catterall v Prograis - Meet the fighters 52:17

9d ago52:17

52:17

Stacey Copeland sits in for Buncey and takes the pod to the new Co-op Live arena in Manchester. She's at the launch press conference for the fight between Jack Catterall and Regis Prograis. We hear from both fighters, as well as promoter Eddie Hearn and Jack’s trainer Jamie Moore. Rhiannon Dixon is also on the pod as she's defending her world title…

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S4 E136 GTA5: Los Santos police throw themselves into offering box (July 2024) 48:43

13d ago48:43

48:43

This week's film review is of [GTA5] 賽銭箱に身を投げるロスサントス市警察, made by @mzanku - its absurdist humor but also deeply disturbing, which hits us all in different ways around half way through watching the film. Following our discussions, we conclude the creator probably didn't intend for the work to be culturally appropriated as an interpretation of US pol…

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The Romford Bull 33:42

12d ago33:42

33:42

British heavyweight Johnny Fisher is Buncey's guest this week. The “Romford Bull” fights Alen Babic at the Copperbox on Saturday night and along with trainer Mark Tibbs, they sit down for an all-encompassing chat. From a chance meeting with a former US Navy SEAL to sparring with Tyson Fury, they chat about his progression from amateur boxer to one …

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Joshua and Dubois face-off 47:24

16d ago47:24

47:24

Barry Jones joins Buncey as Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois face-off for the first time. The pair are due to fight at Wembley in September for Dubois’ IBF heavyweight belt. We hear from both fighters and their respective promoters Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn. They also cast their eye over the undercard.…

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S4 E135 Destruction & Hope: Day of Darkness II | The Wanderer (June 2024) 50:31

16d ago50:31

50:31

In this episode, we analyse our picks' cinematics, beginning with 'Day of Darkness' made in Eve Online by Dire Lauthris and completing with 'The Wanderer' made in the Source engine by Dominzki. We discuss the use of ambiguity, character development, and narrative qualities, as well as the advancement of video game cinematics and in-engine technique…

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Connection put me on this path with Lara Schilken 1:09:15

19d ago1:09:15

1:09:15

This episode is all about returning to connection with mindset, love and life. Lara Schilken is a certified NLP and Life Coach, Business Coach, Yoga Teacher and student of Psychology, which she all expresses in her work as a Connection Coach and Podcaster. She is passionate about helping people overcome disconnect and loneliness and draws on her ow…

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Hearn, Shalom and the fight of the year 31:22

19d ago31:22

31:22

Barry Jones joins Buncey to reflect on a big weekend of fights and announcements. With confirmation that Jack Catterall will fight Regis Prograis in August, we hear from promoter Eddie Hearn. Ben Shalom is also on the pod as his fighter Tyler Denny beats Matchroom’s Felix Cash. And did we witness the fight of the year on Saturday night? Plus, we lo…

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S4 E134 iClone: Lonely Episode 2: The Package Thief (June 2024) 23:11

25d ago23:11

23:11

This week, we discuss the art of machinima filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship, freshness, and humor in exceptional storytelling, as evidenced in 'Lonely Episode Two: The Package Thief' by TheBizTheBiz. We analyze the efficiency and density used in delivering witty lines and twists in what is essentially a modern retelling of th…

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Billam-Smith retains his WBO title 32:55

26d ago32:55

32:55

Barry Jones and Buncey react to Chris Billam-Smith retaining his world title. The pair are backstage at Selhurst Park and speak to both CBS and Richard Riakporhe. They also chat with promoter Ben Shalom and trainer Shane McGuigan about what's next for the man from Bournemouth.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Completely Machinima Interview: Phil Rice, funny man (June 2024) 44:16

1M ago44:16

44:16

Welcome to our latest bonus episode. We had the pleasure of catching up with Phil Rice aka zsOverman to talk exclusively about his latest machinima, called Being Moses. If there's such as thing as a parody of a Let's Play, this film is it! Check out Phil's comments and watch the film - links on our show notes web post. Credits - Speakers: Phil Rice…

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S4 E133 Machinima News Omnibus (Jun 2024) 45:42

1M ago45:42

45:42

This week we celebrate Nvidia's investment in machinima, discuss latest AIs and give you the heads up on some great projects we want to highlight - there are just too many for us to fully review everything we're seeing that we want to share with you these days! Do check them out, we'd love to hear your thoughts too - links and notes on our website.…

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S4 E132 Star Citizen: 60 Seconds of Horror (Jun 2024) 28:03

1M ago28:03

28:03

A compelling and powerful story of one man's quest to remain sane on an isolated planet. This is a very effective story by Lens Nation, given its only 60 seconds long - its probably not just this one creator's worst nightmare in a game, but several of us. Check out our review and don't forget to give us some feedback on your thoughts too. 1:01 Rick…

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S4 E131 Forlorn (May 2024) 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

This week, we review a pretender for a new Disney show called Forlorn, by @projectforlorn (aka Alex St Pierre). Well, it may well be at some point in the near future! Starting life as a tech demo, this short has an interesting back story and has evolved into something even more interesting. Check out our review and add your own thoughts! Credits - …

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S4 E130 Music Maestro Please! (May 2024) 40:34

2M ago40:34

40:34

This week, we discuss two stunning music videos: Children of Pain by @VincereSylph with video created by @TomJantol and @tanyasubaBg ; and Firefly by @TheEsotericaChannel in Unreal Engine. Children of Pain is a perfect example of Tom's 'anymation' approach whilst Firefly demonstrates just how far Unreal Engine has come as a creative toolset in one …

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S4 E129 Cinematics: GTA5 (May 2024) 58:16

2M ago58:16

58:16

Not for the first time do we discuss the gorgeous cinematic qualities of GTA5, and this week we share a beaut by @Salva.Padilla. This one has a distinct vibe to it, but it is its general ambiguity that we especially love about the machinima. We each see something a little different in it! What do you see in it? Credits - Speakers: Ricky Grove, Phil…

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Inner Work: Go to your edge to find your centre with Lachlan Mitchell 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

This episode is all about going deeper. Lachlan Mitchell is a specialised entrepreneur coach, who processes and uncovers conflict through facing your shadow. We get stuck into what shadow work is, how complex humans are, and how we can process and uncover by merely checking in and asking the right questions. Lachlan reasons with me about identity a…

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Wales’ first female world champion 34:05

2M ago34:05

34:05

Stacey Copeland sits in for Buncey as Lauren Price becomes a world champion. She is joined by Barry Jones to reflect on an historic night of boxing in the Welsh capital. We hear from Lauren, as well as her promoter Ben Shalom and her partner Karriss Artingstall.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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S4 E128 Machinima News Omnibus (May 2024) 1:21:53

2M ago1:21:53

1:21:53

Our May update on machinima and virtual production related news highlights some of the latest generative AI tools, warts and all, and brings to attention several of the latest machinima potential games, including Jaws, Jurassic World Evolution, Rise of the Hydra and Harold Halibut. We discuss the challenges filmmakers face when developing games fro…

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Introducing... Powerplay: The House of Don King 35:29

2M ago35:29

35:29

Veteran fight aficionado Steve Bunce is alongside Heavyweight Champion of the World Lennox Lewis to examine the early life and crimes of notorious Boxing promoter Don King. Listen to the full box set first on BBC Sounds.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Ep 18 - Patricia Highsmith and The Incredible Mr. Ripley 55:47

2M ago55:47

55:47

Special Guest, novelist Hal Bodner, discusses the unique writer, Patricia Highsmith (1921-1995) and, in particular, her most popular novel, "The Incredible Mr. Ripley" (1955). The podcast opens with a short biography and then a more focused discussion of Ripley. Complete notes with links can be found at paperbackshow.com…

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S4 E127 May the Force: A Tribute (May 2024) 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

This week we celebrate Star Wars with a fabulous short portraying the infamous AT-AT death walkers as 'nature-creatures' in their natural habitat - this is a beautifully observed work, made in Unreal Engine by Jeremy Cummins. Cummins is an experienced character creator, now working for Tippett Studio, with an impressive list of credits including An…

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S4 E126 Music Videos: Portal | Helldivers 2 (Apr 2024) 32:37

3M ago32:37

32:37

This week, we cover three outstanding music videos, demonstrating different genres of music and different game engines - a re-imagined Simon and Garfunkel classic, a pop-tacular and a rap. We discuss the perfect match between the lyrics, the game and the images our three selected creators have demonstrated in these shorts. We suggest comparing and …

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S4 E125 Its science but not as we know it... Blackholes & New York (Apr 2024) 39:53

3M ago39:53

39:53

This week, we discuss one of the most outstanding presentations of space science, by @EpicSpaceman , called I put 4M Suns in a Blackhole. Made in Blender, we discuss the creative workflow adopted, from zero to hero - and why the @BlenderOfficial Foundation should take note. We make a few suggestions for enhancing the work even more and discuss the …

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A spoonful of strength with mental health dietitian Grace Deavin. 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

This episode is all about our relationship with food. Grace Deavin is an Eating Disorder and Mental Health dietitian based on Sydney's Northern Beaches. She specialises in helping people go from confused to enthused about their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. With warmth, empathy and skilful counselling, Grace guides her clients…

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S4 E124 Machinima News Omnibus (Apr 2024) 1:22:21

3M ago1:22:21

1:22:21

A packed review this month, with some sad :( better :| and happy news :) 1:42 Demise of Rooster Teeth and yet RVB will outlive the corporate brand! We reminisce about the early days of machinima and the influence Rooster Teeth had on the emerging creator community 26:30 Drax Files: World Makers comes to a close 33:37 Awards! Sam Crane’s continuing …

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S4 E123 Fluxus: The Dog Days (Apr 2024) 45:30

3M ago45:30

45:30

The Dog Days is an unusual machinima that combines the glitchiness of AI generated content composited with a Second Life avatar. Whilst not realtime, the performative aspect of this work is evident and we reflect on the fit of the current state of generative AI with the Fluxus art movement. We discuss what The Dog Days means, metaphorically and lit…

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Pod on tour - Warrington and Bridges in Leeds 57:36

3M ago57:36

57:36

Buncey is joined by Josh Warrington and Ebanie Bridges as the tour heads to Leeds. The pair discuss the highs and lows of their career, how they are hungry to regain their world titles, and they take questions from the audience.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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S4 E122 M/F Toxic Relationships: Vigilante & Flite (Mar 2024) 41:37

4M ago41:37

41:37

In this ep, we discuss two machinima films dealing with thematically similar issues, albeit presented with different treatments: Vigilante is made in GTA5 and tells the shocking story of how the lead character became cyberpunk. The second is a futuristic yet somehow more traditional gender-based story made in UE5. It is presented as a proof of conc…

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S4 E121 Cosmic: Flowers of Evil (Mar 2024) 32:23

4M ago32:23

32:23

This week, we take a look at a spectacular particle show in a machinima that has been documented and edited by Tutsy NaVaRaThNA in Second Life. The show is called Flowers of Evil and was created by Lalie Sorbet and Chrix as an interactive installation inspired by the most scandalous literary works of Charles Baudelaire, with the support of a Second…

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