Creatively Me

Today's guest is a trailblazer in the world of film and makeup artistry—John Caglione Jr. has been at the forefront of transforming the way we look at characters in film through makeup and prosthetics. His career spans decades, and his work has left an unforgettable mark on some of Hollywood's most iconic films.From behind the scenes of Saturday Night Live to winning an Oscar for the 1990 film “Dick Tracy”, John has created iconic looks on equally iconic characters. Other films John has worked on include Martin Scorcese's The Departed, American Gangster, Mona Lisa Smile and The Amazing Spider-Man 2. His most famous work is perhaps his make-up on Heath Ledger's psychopathic Joker in the Award-Winning Box Office smash “The Dark Knight” released in 2008. On today's episode, John will be discussing his early years working on a SNL as well as being under the mentorship of legendary make-up artist Dick Smith, working with once-in-a-generation talents like Al Pacino and of course Heath Ledger, as well as detailing behind the scenes tales surrounding his process as a make-up artist.John Caglione Jr. -⁠⁠ https://www.johncaglionejr.net/Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today's guest Nila Varman is a dynamic British-Tamil creative, radio presenter, filmmaker, actress and activist whose work combines storytelling, advocacy, and self expression. As the founder and host of The Nila Extract, she's crafted a powerful platform that has tacked vital topics like mental health, identity, and systemic injustice in her own frank way. Her online content has engaged viewers due to her singular, warm and amusing style, and as an entertainment reporter she has conversed with mega stars like Chris Hemsworth and Jenna Ortega to name only a few. Her short film Ornaments made for the BFI 60-second film competition is an all encompassing reminder of her talents and unique perspective. On today's episode Nila will be chatting with Daniel about her thoughts on her own cultural heritage and film and the ways one feeds in to another. She'll talk about life as an entertainment journalist and the her future aspirations.Plus she'll be sharing a hilarious anecdote about a chance encounter with a personal idol of hers.Nila Varman on Instagram -⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thenilaextract/Nila's Podcast "The Nila Extract" - https://open.spotify.com/show/2k5jbGCQHFlCvhFzZWwU0CIf you're based in Cork City and wish to have your voice heard on the final episode of Season #3, email Daniel at ⁠creativelymepodcast@gmail.com⁠ or see details here: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today on “Creatively Me”, Daniel is joined by Manchán Magan — writer, documentary-maker, and one of Ireland's most distinctive voices in culture and storytelling. Manchán has travelled all around the world making documentaries about global cultures and has written extensively about Irish history, the Irish landscape and Irish language. His books, including Thirty-Two Words for Field and Listen to the Land Speak, explore Ireland's deep connection to nature and language in a way that's both poetic and deeply insightful. On today's conversation, Manchan will be discussing his relationship with the creative arts in Ireland, how travelling has influenced the work he produces and the magic he finds that too often goes unnoticed in nature in Ireland and the world around us. Plus Manchan offers a moving insight into his desire to use his work and creative talents to explore the lives of minority cultures or those who feel ostracized or undervalued. All of this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.All of this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.Manchan Magan - https://www.manchan.com/Manchan Magan on Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/manchanmagan/?hl=enManchan Magan's Book “Listen to the Land Speak” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/listen-to-the-land-speak-9780717192595Manchan Magan's Book “Thirty Two Words for Field” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/thirty-two-words-for-field-hb-9780717187973If you're based in Cork City and wish to have your voice heard on the final episode of Season #3, email Daniel at creativelymepodcast@gmail.com or see details here: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠⁠

Daniel is thrilled to be joined by the fascinating M.T. Khan, a star in the world children's literature whose work blends fantasy and speculative fiction, with plenty of heart. She's the author of Nura and the Immortal Palace and Amir and the Jinn Princess, both of which have showcased her distinct ability to blend fictional world's we all want to escape into with cultural and social themes that are true to life, and that children and adults alike can relate to. M.T. Khan's stories are full of imagination, depth and lore. Born in Pakistan & raised in Toronto, Canada, M.T Khan, who is also a mechanical engineering graduate, will on today's episode be sharing her insight into her writing tips and processes, divulge what she sees as a relationship between the arts and science and will offer a glimpse into how various cultures find their way into her work. Plus, she'll share her top travel and bookshop recommendations.All of this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.M.T. Khan - ⁠https://www.mtkhan.com/M.T. Khan on Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maeedakhan/?hl=enM.T. Khan's Book “Nura and the Immortal Palace” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/nura-and-the-immortal-palace-9781529503494?srsltid=AfmBOopP_h9NbvYns1CWHlExbww2Biwlwt26SMf7K5nT-w_68TOuYIb0M.T Khan's Book “Amir and the Jinn Princess” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/amir-and-the-jinn-princess-9781529509205Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠⁠

Daniel welcomes to "Creatively Me" one of the world's most renowned still photographers - the remarkable Murray Close. Raised in the United Kingdom, Murray's photography skills has led him to the sets of some of the biggest films around the world. As a still photographer, Murray has captured everything from promotional and marketing images, globally recognisable film posters, portraits and behind the scenes captures of some of the most beloved film productions of all time. These include but aren't limited to The Hunger Games. Harry Potter, Narnia, Batman, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Star Wars, The Shining and soo much more. On this episode, Murray will be sharing tales from his career working alongside some of the greatest talents in Hollywood, from directors like Stanley Kubrick and Tim Burton, to stars like Jack Nicholson and Jennifer Lawrence. He'll be sharing precious memories from sets, his responsibility as a stills photographer and will detail the commitment and passion needed to enter the film industry on any level.All this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Murray Close - https://www.murrayclose.comMurray Close on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/murrayclose/?hl=enDaniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - ⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠

One of Ireland's most beloved chefs joins Daniel on this Friday's episode of "Creatively Me" - the uniquely talented Rachel Allen. From her early days training at Ballymaloe to becoming a household name for foodies everywhere, Rachel has inspired generations with her warmth, and her individual but relatable approach to cooking and baking. Rachel's infectious passion for the culinary world has expanded to a range of cookbooks, and tv programmes, on channels like RTE and BBC airing in territories around the world. In this episode, Daniel will chat to Rachel all about her early interest in culinary arts, the power of nostalgia in the context of the meals we all grow up loving, and how she's navigated an impressive career that's blended family, food, and storytelling. All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Rachel Allen - ⁠https://www.rachelallen.comRachel Allen on Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rachelallencooks/?hl=enBallymaloe Cookery School - https://www.ballymaloecookeryschool.ieDaniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠

On today's episode, Daniel is joined by Paul Costelloe, a fashion icon who has dressed royalty, defined elegance on the runway, and has  built one of the most recognisable brands in Irish and international fashion. From menswear to womenswear, bags to homeware, Paul Costelloe's work has become a staple of our everyday lives, from his beautiful collections in Dunnes to timeless pieces that have  gone from  strength to strength, he is someone that has continued  to push and experiment with creative  boundaries.In his conversation with Daniel, Paul will be discussing his observations on fashion during his travels  in various parts of the world, he'll chart his journey from a schoolboy on the streets of Dublin to designing in Paris, and will divulge anecdotes about styling some of the most beloved figures of all-time, namely Diana, Princess of Wales. All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Paul Costelloe - https://www.paulcostelloe.comPaul Costelloe on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulcostelloeofficial/?hl=enDaniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠

The first guest of "Creatively Me" Season Three is the IFTA-nominated actress & writer Hilary Rose.You will of course know Hilary from projects like "Republic of Telly", "The Fear" and from her unforgettable portrayal of Mairéad MacSweeney in the hit film and TV series "The Young Offenders". She's also, a voiceover artist, and runs her own podcast and lifestyle blog titled "Live Wild".On today's episode, Hilary gives an insight into becoming a dominant force in the Irish film & television industry, shares beloved memories of working The Young Offenders film and television series, and discusses the reasoning behind establishing "Live Wild". Plus she'll be sharing tips on how to look after yourself mind, body and soul while in the midst of a hectic schedule, such as this case with individuals in creative industries.All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Hilary Rose - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2901230/Hilary Rose on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehilaryrose/?hl=enThe Young Offenders - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az8UeCWShuwLive Wild - https://www.livewild.ieDaniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - ⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - ⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠Daniel on IMDB - ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky -

In this introductory episode to Season Three, Daniel welcomes you back to "Creatively Me", shares details on his upcoming projects and teases what's to expect over the coming weeks. Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3Daniel on IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHYEmail - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq?si=LyqVKWlqSaWmLS12xxlMyg

The final guest of Season Two of “Creatively Me” is Cork actress and director Megan Haly, who has had an impressive career to date in both theatre and film. Megan has appeared in the production “Cortisol” which debuted this year to critical acclaim. Her latest short film “Breakfast Roll” won the Best Cork Short Award at this year's Cork International Film Festival, and she has appeared in the feature film “Swing Bout” & made a cameo in the Andrew Garfield & Florence Pugh film “We Live in Time”Today, Megan will be discussing transitioning from theatre to film, how she describes her style as a performer & what it was like acting opposite Andrew Garfield in “We Live in Time”. Plus, she'll be sharing her future ambitions for theatre and film projects.All this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.

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Daniel, in a real pinch me moment, welcomes someone whose work has contributed to some of the most beloved blockbusters the last 25 years including all eight of the Harry Potter films. David Holmes was the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe across the Harry Potter films, and grew up on those film sets alongside some of the most talented cast and crew members of our generation. His stunt work is also featured in the films “Lost in Space” which starred Matt LeBlanc of Friends fame, fantasy films “Inkheart” and “The Golden Compass” as well as so many others. In January 2009, David broke his neck in an accident while carrying a stunt test for a sequence in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. After being left paralyzed, David has bravely told his story in the HBO documentary David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived, produced by fellow Potter-alumni and friend Daniel Radcliffe. The documentary went on to be nominated for an Emmy and a BAFTA, and David is now set to release a memoir of the same name chronicling his years working on the Potter films and life after being left disabled. He is also the host of the podcast Cunning Stunts. On todays episode David will be chatting about his experiences on the set of Harry Potter, the nature of a career as a stunt performer, and the way in which he has used art as a way to move through the dark times in life and how it effects his outlook. Plus he'll be chatting about his memoir "David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived" and what he'd like to see from the upcoming Harry Potter TV series. All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me". David Holmes - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tWi5BiXqCE David's Book "David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived" - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/the-boy-who-lived-9781399738828 Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/breanne-1975-9781804392034 Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠ Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

Not many artists have reached the heights that today's guest has in such a short period of time. Joining Daniel on today's episode of "Creatively Me", Chris Lloyd is an artist based in King's Cross in London whose live drawings at the concerts of some of the music industry's most successful stars has gained him huge attention.Using pencil and watercolour, Chris has captured beloved concert tours, including Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" and Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts Tour". His work has been noticed and hung in the homes of stars like Elton John, Sam Smith & Dua Lipa.On today's episode, Chris will be discussing the nature of creating art in a live environment, what it's like to be recognised by his idols and having fun in exploring art, entertainment and pop culture.Plus he'll be sharing a very touching story about his experience at a Taylor Swift concert this summer.All of this & more on this episode of "Creatively Me".Chris Lloyd - https://www.chrislloydart.comDaniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠ Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠ Email - ⁠creativelymepodcast@gmail.com⁠

This Friday's episode sees Daniel joined by illustrator and film programmer Amy Louise O'Callaghan.Inspired by everything from mythology and folktales to her favourite films, Amy is known for her comic “Feathers” and her picture book “A Cork Fairytale” which has been a huge hit both Lee side and in wider Ireland.Today Amy will be discussing what it's like going from having studied film to being a film programmer for festivals, how home and the places she resides in contribute to her artistry, as well as the importance of children being able to see and identify themselves in stories.Amy will also discuss her relationship with Cork City and the art and culture scene there, from The People's Picturehouse, to studying Film & Screen Media at UCC.All of this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.Amy Louise O'Callaghan - https://www.amylouioc.com/Amy's Book “A Cork Fairytale” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/a-cork-fairytale-9781788494151?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADfXBR2m43HOpTdEifn77Wby3Ga6GDaniel's Book “Breanne 1975” - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/breanne-1975-9781804392034Connect with Daniel on Instagram - Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

Today on “Creatively Me”, Daniel is joined by musician Jamie Duffy.At only 22 years old, Jamie is well within the process of building his own creative legacy. His breakthrough composition “Solas” sits at over 85 million streams on Spotify alone, thus becoming the most streamed debut single by an Irish artist since Hozier's iconic hit “Take Me To Church”. He has just announced a headlining performance at Dublin's National Concert Hall off the back of a sold-out European tour, which included performances at renowned festivals such as at Hyde Park.On today's episode Jamie Duffy will be chatting about the musical landscape he was surrounded by growing up, his influences and the impact social media has had on music and its promotion, whether for good or for bad.Plus, he'll be discussing life on the road & how to look after yourself and keep things always exciting when in the midst of a lengthy tour.All of this & more on today's episode of “Creatively Me”.Jamie Duffy - https://www.jamieduffymusic.com/See Jamie Duffy live - https://www.nch.ie/all-events-listing/jamie-duffy-mar25/Jamie Duffy's Music - Daniel's Book “Breanne 1975” - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0Connect with Daniel on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

This Friday's episode of "Creatively Me" sees Daniel joined by RTE presenter, journalist, filmmaker & newly published author Zainab Boladale. Zainab has written for publications such as The Irish Independent, and will be known by Irish TV viewers for her work on news2day, where she became the first person of African heritage to become a news anchor on RTE, as well as on Nationwide. She wrote and directed the short film "Worthy" and most recently launched "Braids Take A Day", a young-adult novel where she explores themes of self-discovery and culture in a way that is fresh, fun & uniquely her own. On this episode, Zainab Boladae will be chatting to Daniel about how exploring different cultures impacts her work, combining levity with heavier themes in her work & the value of taking time away and looking after yourself when in the midst of a project. Plus, Zainab will tease what's to come next in her supremely diverse career. All this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me". Zainab Boladale - https://boladale.com Zainab's Book "Braids Take A Day" - https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/braids-take-a-day-9781788494427?srsltid=AfmBOooYgUB0tqJjjsXPPJJObGw9RwR86Ojr3A_DQgypsMlq7zpfFaB8 Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠⁠ Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠ Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

In the first conversation on Season Two of "Creatively Me" Daniel is joined by Asbestos, an Irish street-artist whose work has been seen across the Irish urban landscape since 2003. Asbestos is best known for the "Lost" series of prints, the Cork City mural "What Is Home" and a series of chalk drawings on blackboards that allow the public to engage and alter the piece as they wish. This work, and more of Asbestos's artistry is featured heavily in the new Irish documentary-film "Don't Forget To Remember" which chronicles his mother's lived experience with Alzheimers. On this episode, Asbestos discusses the makings of himself as as an artist, the vulnerabilities and themes in his work and the importance of telling one's own story. Plus, he'll give listeners a glimpse into making a film funded by the Irish Arts Council. All this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me". Asbestos - https://www.artofasbestos.com Don't Forget To Remember - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zK5oeCWyVsI Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠ Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠ Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

Daniel welcomes you back to "Creatively Me" with an introduction to the new season, an insight into what to expect & a look at what he's been up to since wrapping Season One. Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030 Connect with Daniel on Instagram - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/ Daniel on IMDB - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode of the summer mini-series of "Creatively Me", Daniel walks listeners through the best film festivals in Ireland this summer. Guest speakers include Gerard O'Leary (Beara Film Festival) Gillian Hennessy (Triskel Arts Centre) & Olivia Fahy (GeekIreland). Irish Artists for Palestine ⁠https://irishartistsforpalestine.com⁠ Donate to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund ⁠https://www.pcrf.net⁠ Donate to Support Gaza ⁠https://www.unfpa.org/donate/Gaza/1?⁠⁠form=GazaAppeal&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Gaza2023&utm_content=EMERGENCIES&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwx-CyBhAqEiwAeOcTdVhFrWciLt0APMBs4cwhQ8S8lXAWje2SIFTgDNVJsFdF8dvU0Uo_6xoCpEcQAvD_BwE⁠ Beara Film Festival https://www.bearafilmfest.ie Triskel Arts Centre https://triskelartscentre.ie Night at the Movies (Cork Concert Orchestra) https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-night-at-the-movies-tickets-905090880187 Galway Film Fleadh https://www.galwayfilmfleadh.com DocsIreland https://docsireland.ie Boyne Valley Film Festival https://www.droichead.com/show-detail/?id=873654724 Gaze LGBTQIA Festival https://www.gaze.ie GeekIreland https://geekireland.com

In this episode of the summer mini-series of "Creatively Me", Daniel walks listeners through the best music-related events in Ireland this summer. Also featured is the work of Irish Artists for Palestine, who utilise their musicianship to fundraise to all those affected by the atrocities in Palestine. Guest speakers include Helen Dawson (West Cork Chamber Music Festival) Sara O'Donovan (Masters of Tradition Festival) & May Kay (Irish Artists for Palestine). Irish Artists for Palestine https://irishartistsforpalestine.com Donate to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund https://www.pcrf.net Donate to Support Gaza https://www.unfpa.org/donate/Gaza/1?form=GazaAppeal&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Gaza2023&utm_content=EMERGENCIES&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwx-CyBhAqEiwAeOcTdVhFrWciLt0APMBs4cwhQ8S8lXAWje2SIFTgDNVJsFdF8dvU0Uo_6xoCpEcQAvD_BwE West Cork Festivals https://www.westcorkmusic.ie/chamber-music-festival/ Sea Sessions https://www.seasessions.com/lineup Dublin Chamber Music Festival https://dicmf.com Kaleidoscope Festival https://www.kaleidoscopefestival.ie

Welcome to your guide to a creative summer! Host Daniel Heaphy returns to "Creatively Me" with a summer-themed mini-series, highlighting the best creative events and all that Ireland has to offer this summer in regards to art and entertainment. In this opening episode, Daniel welcomes you back and sets-up what is to come.

On this final episode of Season #1 of “Creatively Me”, Daniel chats about “Graduation Day” his newest short film streaming on Vimeo from Friday, April 19th. Daniel did this film as part of his thesis in his MA in Film & Screen Media. He'll be chatting not only the course, but the making of the film from pre-production to post-production. Along the way, you'll hear from cast and crew on the film & will get an exclusive sneak peek of the short. Plus, Daniel wraps up the first season of “Creatively Me”. “Graduation Day” is written, edited & directed by Daniel Heaphy. It stars Grace Keelin, Daniel Heaphy, Michael Collins & Catherine Taylor. Soundtrack by Tebi Rex, Dylan Flynn & the Dead Poets, Tadhg Williams & Johnny Roche. Score by Mathias Levy Valensi. Director of Photography George Lynch. Production Assistant Kristina Nebylova. Sound by Adam Byrne & Ronin Scuffins. Extras Savni Koldikar & Cian Casey. Watch Now: https://vimeo.com/936573830

For this penultimate episode of Season #1, Daniel welcomes Edain O'Donnell. Edain is an artist and creative director who has worked on the art department on several respected and high profile film and television projects. She has contributed to Irish classics such as The Wind That Shakes the Barley. She's recently worked on Holding, the television adaptation of the Graham Norton book of the same name. It was during her time working on that project that Edain pursued the idea of setting up a film studio, which she is now the co-founder of alongside a slew of talented Irish artists and filmmakers. The West Cork Film Studios is described as a new leading light in TV and Film Production in Ireland, and is simply emblematic of the tremendous talent this country has in the world of visual media. Today Edain will be chatting about her own creativity, the process of establishing the studio and will give an insight into not only what it offers others, but what it has given her on both a professional and personal level. All of this & more on Episode #11 of "Creatively Me".

MTU Cork School of Music Graduate Mathias Levy Valensi joins me on today's episode. Mathias hails from France and journeyed into the world of music in his early teens when he first began playing the piano. Today he is a film and media composer, but his individualistic musical style has extended even beyond that to working alongside the likes of Andrea Corr. Mathias has collaborated with Daniel on four films to date. Today Mathias will enlighten us about finding individualistic style as a composer, working to achieve not only your vision but the vision of others as a creative person, and documenting his process in creating a memorable score.  All of this & more on Episode 10 of "Creatively Me".

On today's episode, Daniel is joined by Mike Gibson - an artist whose signature and unique style has drawn him notoriety and acclaim. You need only look at his TikTok page to see the over 100 thousand followers he has that eatery await each time he posts a new art piece. His recognisable work typically features that of a celebrity, mostly a musican, in amongst beautiful inscribed lyrics that relates to said star. His work ranges from depictions of stars from Matthew Perry to Miley Cyrus. His latest art-piece has been recognised by pop superstar Ariana Grande. Today, Mike will be chatting all about pop culture, his signature style, utilising social media to create a business out of his creative passion, and his relationship to his work, when what was once a hobby becomes a career. All of this & more on Episode 9 of "Creatively Me".

Triona Campbell - an Emmy nominated producer and young-adult author joined Daniel on this week's episode of "Creatively Me." Moving smoothly from different areas of creativity, from podcasting, to film and television, to novel writing, Triona is a forced to be reckoned with. Today, Triona will enlighten listeners on the importance of storytelling in all it's various formats, the use of technology in how story-telling and how she takes contemporary topics from the world around us and places it into her work - namely, AI, which Triona has explored extensively for her novel writing. She'll be discussing her views on where AI is going and the impact it'll have in the creative world. Furthermore, she'll offer an insight into the innovation of the gaming industry today. All this and more on Episode 8 of "Creatively Me."

Daniel is joined by Eileen Cardona on today's episode of "Creatively Me" - a model and creative director whose versatility in the way she presents herself in front of the camera, has landed her collaborations with the likes of MobJournal and Lifestyle Sports. She has also appeared in several music videos. Eileen will be talking about representation in creativity, how the most seemingly mundane forms of creativity benefits her on a day to day basis, how different cultures seep their way into her art, and will give us a glimpse into the insecurities that everyone, but specifically a creative person can have. All of this and more on Episode 7 of "Creatively Me".

Not only is Daragh Fleming's work compelling and uniquely ambitious, it is no doubt making a big difference in the lives of those who come to it. A writer & mental health advocate, Daragh's work aims to break the stigma surrounding mental well-being, whilst being thoroughly entertaining a compelling. He is the writer of the acclaimed "Lonely Boy," "Poems That Were Written On Trains, But Weren't About Trains" & "Enigmatic", which have all achieved acclaim. Today Daragh will be opening up candidly in a complex and nuanced chat about mental health and it's relationship with the arts, the ways in which creativity aids one's mental wellbeing and discusses the mantra of getting something good out of something bad in approaching one's creative work.  All this and more on Episode 6 of "Creatively Me". Links and Resources: Jigsaw: https://jigsaw.ie/talk-online/live-chat/ Alone: https://alone.ie Senior Line: https://www.thirdageireland.ie/seniorline Pieta: https://www.pieta.ie/how-we-can-help/helpline/ Text About It: https://www.textaboutit.ie

Photographer Charles Moriarty - best known for photographing Amy Winehouse for her debut album "Frank" joins Daniel on this week's episode of "Creatively Me". After moving from Dublin to London, he became a stills photographer in the music industry and on the London social scene. Charles will be chatting all about his earliest experiences with photography, his inspirations, his time photographing Amy Winehouse and gives us an insight what it's like to be involved in the stills department on a major blockbuster. He'll chat about what he sees when he reflects back on his own work, how the photography industry has changed over time, and approaching nude subjects in photographs. All of this and more on Episode 5 of "Creatively Me".

Daniel welcomes an author whose books have been adored not just in her home country, but all around the world. Marita Conlon-McKenna is a multi-talented writer who has penned diverse tales for both's adults and children, Marita is perhaps best known for her acclaimed debut - Under the Hawthorn Tree and it's two sequels, which have became staples of Irish children's literature. Marita will be discussing the legacy of her work, as well as how she deals with reviews and reader expectations. She'll be discussing how she writes, the impact creativity has on her day to day life and her involvement in a campaign encouraging children to discover Irish authors and Irish books. All of this and more on Episode 4 of "Creatively Me".

Today's episode sees Daniel chatting with comic-book artist Will Sliney - an Irish comic-book artist who has applied his range of artistic skills to some of the biggest franchises in the world from Marvel to Star Wars. He also hosts his own show on RTE.  Will will be discussing his path from college student to working for Marvel, early inspirations and the importance of connecting with one's childhood self within the creative process. He'll also be talking about the value that's placed on the arts in education systems today, and dares chose his favourite Marvel film. All of this and more on Episode 3 of "Creatively Me".

On this episode of "Creatively Me" Daniel chats with Sinead O'Loughlin - a multi-talented Irish writer and film director. Her most recent short "Lamb" was Oscar-qualified and was nominated for an IFTA Award. Sinead invites listeners into her creative process, chats about her early inspirations and influences, discusses audience reaction to her work and teases what is to come next as she moves from directing shorts to feature films. All of this and more on Episode 2 of "Creatively Me".

Host Daniel Heaphy welcomes you to Creatively Me. In this introductory episode, Daniel discusses his life and career to date, his creative interests and passions, and teases all that's to come in season one.