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Brian Hanson is a veteran and filmmaker who's features include The Black String and most recently, The Bunker, an ultra low budget alien invasion horror/thriller starring Chelsea Edmundson, Tobin Bell and the late great Tony Todd. Brian and I get into how he made The Bunker during the height of COVID, how to build a credible sci-fi world on an ultra-low budget and how his military service shaped his filmmaking discipline on today's episode of The Nick Taylor Horror Show. Please give it up for Brian Hanson. Key TakeawaysThe obstacle is the way.The Bunker was born out of the darkest stretch of COVID, when Brian and his collaborators genuinely did not know when normal filmmaking would return. Rather than wait for ideal conditions, they reverse-engineered a story around what was actually possible: one actor on set at a time, a mostly empty institutional building, and remote communication like Zoom. That limitation led directly to the movie's video-call structure and the film's unique isolated sci-fi logic. The practical lesson is clear: when resources are limited, stop fighting the limitation and embrace it by building the premise around it.Showing less causes more impact.Brian knew they could not afford to show elborately concieved aliens so the film leaned into more original and frankly fascinating aspects of an alien invasion like telepathy, psychological breakdown, and mind control. That choice did more than save money; it sharpened the horror. The aliens become frightening because they invade thought, memory, and perception rather than simply appearing as creatures in frame, which has been done thousands of time before. It is a strong reminder that limitation often pushes filmmakers toward more distinctive, and sometimes more powerful, storytelling.Attention to detail is a creative skill, not just an administrative one.Brian's military background sharpened his appreciation for systems, hierarchy, file naming, logistics, and precision. He connects that directly to filmmaking, where one mislabeled file or one overlooked production detail can cause disaster across departments and. His point is especially useful for younger filmmakers who romanticize spontaneity: professionalism and precision are not the enemy of creativity. They are often what allow the creative vision to survive contact with reality.Show NotesMovies and Shows MentionedThe BunkerThe Black StringHostArrivalCommunionFire in the SkyIndependence DayThe NightmareRoom 237The Shining2001: A Space OdysseyEvent HorizonColor Out of SpaceRe-AnimatorFrom BeyondThe MistThe EndlessStranger ThingsStranger Things: The First ShadowFinal DestinationOzJunoNight VisionsTV and Paranormal Media MentionedSightingsThe X-FilesRescue 911Discovery+ paranormal programming, including ghosts, Bigfoot, and aliensCoast to Coast AM with Art Bell and George NooryBooks and ResourcesH. P. Lovecraft's fictionArthur Machen, cited as one of Lovecraft's predecessorsThe King in YellowStephen King's The ShiningArthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey novelFollow Brian Hanson at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6969909/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanson375X (Twitter): https://x.com/hanson375LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-hanson-00689890/

S7, EP 203Meet Your Actor Series - Meet Carolina Ravassa!  ​Carolina is an actor, dancer, voice over artist and... a Hispanglo-Saxon.​Born in Cali, Colombia, Carolina Ravassa has appeared on The Affair opposite Dominic West, Mr. Robot with Bobby Cannavale & Rami Malek, and has done a few shorts with Reggie Watts. She produced, directed, and starred in the webseries Hispanglosaxon, which won an Imagen Award for Best Webseries. She is known for her voice work in the video games Overwatch (Sombra), Grand Theft Auto V (Taliana Martinez), Max Payne III, Red Dead Redemption II, Just Cause 4 and voices Disney's Hamster & Gretel/Big City Greens, Victor and Valentino (Cartoon Network), Loud House (Nickelodeon) and Maya and the Three. (Netflix)​She worked on Step Up 3-D and Maybe Tomorrow, has done productions with Golden Ceiba Productions in Acapulco and Cuba, and has done several indies including El Gallo, St Nicholas, Millie and the Lords, and I Am Julia.​She's lived in many different countries therefore she's fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian- and on occasion she'll make up French.Carolina spent her childhood between Colombia and the US, where she developed a passion for acting and an addiction to salsa dancing. She went on to study in Spain and Italy, and discovered the power of socio-political change through Theatre of the Oppressed with Augusto Boal in Brazil. Her Theatre Arts degree is from Boston College and she did a year of acting for film/TV at The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts.Carolina's Links:Website - https://www.carolinaravassa.com/Webseries -   http://www.hispanglosaxon.com/IMBd-  http://www.imdb.me/carolinaravassaThis is a shareable podcast where a group of creatives join together to document their creative voiceover & on-camera journeys in real time. We hope this podcast creates inspiration, stirs up a few ah-ha moments or maybe brings to the surface a feeling of "you're not alone" while navigating the creative process. Either way, we are glad you are here. Oh, and we also pull into our conversations at the chaos table industry professionals along with other fellow actors, to share their stories, experiences and knowledge - so we can all connect, share, learn, grow and expand together. This podcast is for entertainment and not educational purposes! Enjoy and thank you for listening to our Creative Chaos! *Have a creative story or journey to share, we'd love to hear it - email us at chaoskeepers411@gmail.com or jozlynrocki@gmail.com Follow all the Chaos - YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChG0fKKBt2QNplJowSaKU6wFB - https://www.facebook.com/keepingupwithchaospodcastIG - https://www.instagram.com/keeping_up_with_chaos/

War overseas, higher prices at home, protest music in the air, and a gothic movie on the big screen! In this episode, Sawtooth Frank breaks down how Donald Trump's war with Iran is driving up gas prices and the cost-of-living for everyday Americans. Sawtooth then pumps up the volume on Brass Against, the brass-powered band known for inspiring social and personal change through their original brass-driven compositions and covers of hard rock and heavy metal classics. Finally, Sawtooth gives a spoiler-free review of The Bride!, an American Gothic romance film written and directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, and then wraps things up with a brief discussion of the Bridgeton universe show, Queen Charlotte.  If you like our podcast, there's a few things you can do to help us out: TELL A FRIEND about our show! Check out our website at https://www.softservepodcast.com! Subscribe to our podcast in your favorite app, download our episodes! Subscribe to our Substack: https://substack.com/@softservepodcast Leave a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-soft-serve-podcast/id1428770328 Check out Brass Against on their Web site: https://brassagainst.com/ "The Bride!" on IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30851137/  

Pierre Tsigaridis is the filmmaker behind such indie horror films as Two Witches and Traumatika. Pierre is a quadruple threat as he writes, directs, DPs, and edits his own movies, and in this episode he breaks down the making of Traumatika, a very brutal possession story and exploration of trauma and abuse. Fair warning, the movie is called Traumatika so you can expect that we dive into darker than usual subject matter in this episode.So, without further ado, here is Pierre Tsigaridis.Key TakeawaysHook the audience up front.Traumatika is a movie that goes for your throat at the jump. Not waiting to build up suspense or believability, this movie eventually goes to 11 but starts around 6 or 7. For newer and indie filmmakers you sometimes need to cater to the waning attention span of viewers by hooking them in the very beginning. You need to remember that you're competing with a lot of other movies and if the viewer isn't immediately hooked, sometimes they can move on. The implications of this may be unfortunate but doing this can make for a very impactful movie. So don't ask permission to scare, just go for it. Foreign horror movies usually do this very well. Of course this depends on the type of movie you're trying to make and sometimes you need a slow burn, but other times, you gotta just go for the jugular up front.There's no limits to the amount of hats you can wear.Pierre wrote/produced/directed/shot/edited and even funded Traumatika. Doing this essentially makes him unstoppable as a filmmaker. His reasoning is practical: micro-budgets and fractured schedules mean you need to be able to pick up a camera and continue the movie even when people or days fall through. Being able to do all of this yourself simplifies scheduling, but can still be physically and mentally taxing, or as Pierre said, “the only thing that can stop me is my back.” Remember though, pain is temporary but cinema is forever.Light sets allow for dark explorations.Traumatika explores extremely dark subject matter, like REALLY DARK. Pierre was able to go there with his actors and get extremely gut-wrenching performances out of them because they trusted him and because he ran a supportive set. Pierre's process included constant check-ins and letting actors shape choices. By setting up such an insulated and supportive set, the actors were actually able to go even deeper into the dark material as Pierre claimed that some of the most disturbing ideas were suggested by the actors. The big lesson: if you create a respectful and supportive environment and listen, actors will often take you further than you planned and they'll feel ownership instead of pressure. Yes, we all know how Stanley Kubrick got the performance he did out of Shelly Duvall in The Shining, but despite how amazing that performance is, the method was abusive and should be forgotten. The real key to going super dark is creating a super safe space.Show NotesMovies and Shows MentionedTraumatikaThe Grudge (Japanese version)The Ring (Japanese and American versions referenced)ScreamHalloweenThe ExorcistEvil DeadNosferatuThe DescentThe Lord of the RingsCastle FreakPulse (also referenced by its original title Kairo)A Tale of Two SistersMulholland DriveLost HighwayInland EmpireTwin PeaksTwin Peaks: The ReturnManiac (1980)The Texas Chain Saw MassacreHenry: Portrait of a Serial KillerFollow Pierre Tsigaridis at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8705238/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierretsiga/X (Twitter): https://x.com/PTsigaridisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pierre.tsigaridis/

Atticus Derrickson is a composer and music producer who recently scored The Black Phone 2. He is also the son of Scott Derrickson, director of both Black Phone movies, Sinister, and many others. In this conversation, Atticus and I get into composing horror scores, how to achieve fear through sound design, and much much more.Show NotesMovies and TV MentionedThe Black Phone 2The Black PhoneSinisterV/H/S 85SmileThe WitchThe LighthouseShadow Crawler (Short)People & Artists MentionedChristopher YoungTangerine DreamVangelisCliff MartinezMark Korven (including his “Apprehension Engine”)Throbbing GristleChris Carter (Throbbing Gristle member referenced in gear discussion)Ulver (band whose music is used in the Sinister tapes discussion)Scott DerricksonJoe HillAdam HendricksLou Ford (editor)Luciano (sound designer)Marina Moore (string player)Robert EggersGear and Music Tech MentionedProphet synthesizer, including Prophet-5 and Prophet-10John Carpenter style synthCrystallizer pedal recreation from Dirt Monger InstrumentsLogic Pro XCanter reel (used to create drone textures)Dulcimer (used in experimentation)Atmos and surround mixing formats, including 5.1Physical MediaWaxwork Records vinyl release for The Black Phone 2 soundtrackKey TakeawaysStart early and let tone guide the whole production.Atticus began writing tonal score pieces before the script was even finished. That let production carry his music into the shoot, so the score could help dictate direction. A lot of those early pieces ended up in the final film because they already lived inside the world of the story—and inside the director's head.This is why Atticus recommends avoiding temp tracks: they can be a trap, tying you to a specific (often derivative) sound instead of pushing you toward something new. Working this far upstream also allows for a more holistic approach to scoring the film. The tone and feeling of Black Phone 2 is one of the things that made it so distinctive, and a big reason is that the score was completely original rather than shaped by temp music.Merge score and sound design for unified texture.Atticus describes a constant collaboration with the sound designer and mixer so elements like static, wind, and snowy ambience could interlock with the music instead of competing with it. The goal was one cohesive system—where sound design and score feel like the same organism. As a result, the movie has a very strong sense of surrealism that makes you feel like you're in a very beautiful nightmare.Protect what's working.Atticus told a story about a final music cue that had to be shortened to fit the edit. When he tried to cut it down, he realized it damaged the overall effect, so he fought to keep the full cue intact—and won. As a result, the scene works beautifully. Whether it's a music cue or any other element, sometimes something is perfect as-is and it's the surrounding pieces that need to be reshaped to support it. When something is working, protect it.Follow Atticus Derrickson at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12279894/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atticusderricksonSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZAQG5e9sxTTkxKjr5OcLs?si=bT32GgkJTpKHqThqabqT1A

We all wear many hats, class ourselves as this or that. But who are we and which label do we claim first? Which title are we most proud of? Clumsy, funny, shy, outgoing, mother, father, child or friend? Here's the big question for today though…How do you label yourself - which labels limit you, which enable you, and which labels make you glow with happiness? Do hit the subscribe button on whichever platform you listen to Artchatter on, it's easier than marking your calendar! Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four and a half years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactThis week's links and mentions:Photo by Angèle Kamp on UnsplashRae Melody @raemelodyart Tracey Emin Basquiat Jackson PollockVenn diagramWomen's Business Club https://womensbusiness.club/awards@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcastArtchatter: Podcast of the Year Award Runner UpWomen's Business Awards 2025 https://womensbusiness.club/awards⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing lessons and experiences of the ups and downs of living their best artist lives.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Kevin Lewis and Oliver Trevena are the director and producer duo behind Misdirection, a contained neo noir thriller with Frank Grillo that builds a surprisingly big world inside a single location. Misdirection follows a couple driven to carry out a series of high-end heists to pay off a dangerous mob debt. When their latest break-in spirals out of control, the pair find themselves caught in a web of secrets, deception, and deadly consequences. Misdirection is now available on Digital from Cineverse. Shot in Serbia over fifteen nights on a small budget, the film is a case study in fast prep, actor focused directing, and the kind of persistence it takes to pull an indie feature across the finish line.Here, without further ado, are Kevin Lewis and Oliver Trevena.Key TakeawaysRelentlessness is a producing skill, not a personality trait. Misdirection went through consistent bouts of turbulence. Funding gaps, broken promises, Murphy's Law persisted all the way up to roughly five days before shooting. Oliver was told by multiple people to forget about the project and let it go, but he didn't. The takeaway is that persistence isn't just motivational jargon, it's a core production competency. If the producer stops pushing, the movie collapses. Misdirection took years to get off the ground, and the film only exists because Oliver and Kevin refused to let it die. Many people think movies are bought and sold based on the market itself, but that's not always the case. Sometimes beating a movie into production through sheer will and force is the only path forward.Speed unlocks instinct. Shooting in fifteen nights removed hesitation. With no time to overthink, decisions became intuitive and committed. That urgency created momentum and helped performances and directorial choices feel alive rather than labored. It's always ideal to have more time, but there's creativity in limitations, and some casts and crews work better under pressure.Prep is freedom: obsess early so you can adapt fast later. Thrillers demand airtight logic. Kevin mapped character movement, information reveals, and physical continuity in advance so nothing unraveled under pressure. Thorough prep made the fast pace possible. Kevin calls himself a “big prepper”—months of notes, multiple contingency plans (A/B/C/D), then recalibrating once they were on set. He also describes basically hermitting in his hotel room instead of socializing because every hour on set equals money. The lesson isn't to “be rigid”—it's the opposite: deep prep lets you pivot without breaking story logic when the location or constraints change. As Churchill said, plans can be useless but the act of planning can be priceless.Show NotesMovies and Projects MentionedMisdirectionParadox EffectJohn WickWick Is Pain (John Wick documentary)Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?DriveWerewolvesFollow Kevin Lewis at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0507425/

"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't—you're right" Henry Ford Karen and Gaynor are delving in to how we much inner strength, self belief and hope we all need as artists. How do we brave social media, public opinion or our own self doubt? How do we get brave enough to put our souls (not dramatic at all!) out on display. Obviously, we have thoughts… So do hit the subscribe button on whichever platform you listen to Artchatter on, it's easier than marking your calendar! Now, as always, we invite you to tell us how you feel about putting yourself out there, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly five years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Katja Anokhina on UnsplashRoyal West of England Academy - CosmosJames Clear Atomic Habits Louise FletcherBrené BrownRae MelodyWomen's Business Club @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcastArtchatter: Podcast of the Year Award Runner UpWomen's Business Awards 2025 https://womensbusiness.club/awards⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing lessons and experiences of the ups and downs of living their best artist lives.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Oh heck we're a bit rusty. Where's Gaynor's microphone? Has Karen got her podcast cough back? We're having a bit of a jiggle up, here; diving deeper into things… slightly more structured schedule, making time for little breaks throughout the year. So do hit the subscribe button on whichever platform you listen to Artchatter on, it's easier than marking your calendar! January for Karen and Gaynor has been about gently unfolding a little, doing some clearing, editing, considering. We're not rushing into decisions, doing or making. However, we've both chosen a word for the year and are stepping gently into our hopes and dreams, beginning by letting go of the stuff we no longer need. Oh and did we mention… second place in pod of the year? *still giddy*Now, as always, we invite you to tell us how your January has been, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four and a half years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Jo Hounsome PhotographyJo McCarthy https://jomccarthy.comJen MickDay Count AppWomen's Business Club https://womensbusiness.club/awards@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcastArtchatter: Podcast of the Year Award Runner UpWomen's Business Awards 2025 https://womensbusiness.club/awards⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing lessons and experiences of the ups and downs of living their best artist lives.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

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We made it through another year together! How wonderful. Now to consider our dreams, create a wish list and send everyone love for a beautiful and peaceful 2026 Now, as always, we invite you to tell us what your plan for finding your way is, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by ⁠Svitlanka Dlinnaya⁠ on ⁠Unsplash⁠Carolina Ximena Opal fruits Sue BulmerHarry Baker Barbara Reade Tamara Grande @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Brandon Christensen is a Canadian filmmaker and VFX artist whose directorial work includes Night of the Reaper, Superhost, Puppet Man, and VFX work on multiple films with a particularly close collaboration with Joe Begos on VFW, Bliss, Jimmy and Stiggs, and Christmas Bloody Christmas.In this conversation, Brandon walks through the making of Night of the Reaper, his latest film, which is a nostalgic 80's style slasher with very heavy Halloween vibes. Brandon also gets into how to consistently make films with limited resources, why he takes on editing and VFX himself, and how to achieve compelling period production design on a budget.Key TakeawaysDesign period detail around what exists.To create an authentic 1980s vibe without a big period budget, Brandon's team scouted unchanged locations, bought used furniture and TVs, and leaned on production people who could find pockets of the past. When money is limited, good location scouting and clever prop reuse do most of the heavy lifting.Wearing many hats saves money and shapes the film.Brandon edits and does VFX on his films because it keeps the money on screen and lets him really control everything from tone to pacing. This equation means lower overhead and a highly personal imprint on every frame, but be cautious because it also makes criticism sting even more because much more of the work has been done by you. So if you take on multiple roles, expect both the creative control and the emotional cost.Make the movie you can actually make.Brandon survived multiple financing setbacks by refusing to let the project die. When previous investors walked, he scaled down the project according to the money that existed. The result was a finished film rather than a stalled ambition. Practical lesson: prioritize completion over perfection because careers are contingent on forward momentum and experience. His repeated, practical advice to creators: do not overcomplicate your first projects. Shoot small, fail quietly, learn fast. The path deepens by doing, not by waiting for the perfect package or deal.Show NotesMovies MentionedNight of the ReaperSuperhostPuppet ManStillbornIt Stains the Sands RedVFWBlissJimmy and STIGsChristmas Bloody ChristmasHouse of the DevilStranger ThingsWhen a Stranger CallsScreamRosemary's BabyDonnie DarkoPulp FictionAvengers: Infinity WarWeaponsFollow Brandon Christensen at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3417134/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrandonchristensen/X (Twitter): https://x.com/thebrandonc85Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonchristensendirector/Website: http://thebrandonchristensen.com/

State of the Arts 262 is now available for streaming on Spotify! With great honor and privilege, I welcome accomplished stage actor and vocalist Marianne Tatum to my podcast this week. This acclaimed stage performer made her Broadway Debut as Jenny Lind in Barnum, winning a Theatre World Award. She performed in many successful operas and musicals. With a presence on IMBD also, she is no stranger to the silver screen. In this engaging episode, we explore her recent experience in Holly Doubet's magnificent off-Broadway production “This is Not a Drill.” A Broadway-caliber musical that moved me to tears. Aside from her flourishing career in the performing arts, she has also earned degrees in Social Work and Nursing. I am ecstatically grateful to have this multifaceted talent on State of the Arts.

Ugh. Are you people pleasing in your art? Do you do what YOU love or do what you think others will love and approve of? Karen and Gaynor explore coming back to themselves and the work they want to create. Maybe you feel the same way about your work too. It's time to stop playing safe, find our way to ourselves. Let's start working as we want to, showing up how we want to and really enjoying it! Now, as always, we invite you to tell us what your plan for your next year is, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcast A big shout out to the listener who nominated @artchatterpodcast for the Women's Business Awards - we're giddy to be finalists! Thank you - we're delighted. Sign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Denise Jans on UnsplashBath Humbug at 44AD artspace Bath  https://www.44ad.netManchester Art Fair https://www.manchesterartfair.co.uk@raemelodyart @artistmackenziehttps://www.instagram.com/artistmackenzie?igsh=MTF3dXBsYTZzdWt1Mw==@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Hands up who's created a pattern to their year that's become a dull routine of “but I always do this”? When do we need just stop our old routines of turning up at the same place and hoping this time it's different? Have we created our own annual merry-go-round, showing up out of habit without purpose?  Is it time for a change where we jump off the ride and make positive changes rather than repeating the same journey again and again?Let's actually consider why we do the things we do, and do The Things because we really want to - and maybe they'll take us in the direction we want to grow. Now, as always, we invite you to tell us what your plan for your next year is, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcast A big shout out to the listener who nominated @artchatterpodcast for the Women's Business Awards - we're giddy to be finalists! Thank you - we're delighted. Sign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Walter Frehner on UnsplashBath Humbug at 44AD artspace Bath Manchester Art Fair https://www.manchesterartfair.co.uk@raemelodyart @artistmackenzie@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Well, holy heck… our cheeky little podcast, artchatter, hasbeen nominated for a Women's Business Club Award https://womensbusiness.club/awardsWHAT? We are so very grateful to the listener(s) who nominated us. Unfortunately we can't attend the awards ceremony in person on 3rd December, but we'll be live online…holding our breath, obviously! This is a big deal for us. We're not famous, we don't have a gazillion followers, but we are more delighted than Jennifer Lawrence on Oscar night.Although the winner isn't decided by the number of votes, wewould love it if you enjoy #artchatterpodcast if you would take a moment to vote for us.----------------------------------------------Righty-ho, back to regular scheduling!We've all experienced the “I'll do it later… after lunch,after a cup of tea…tomorrow?” haven't we? (It can't just be us). Why though? Do we really understand why we do this to ourselves when actually just starting can be such a relief. Do we need a pep talk, a body-double, a deadline (helloGaynor)? Is it a question of lack of self-belief, confidence or dare we say it…fear? Fear of being judged, fear of getting it wrong, fear of looking foolish? Or all of the above?Maybe if we look at the reasons behind our procrastination we'll find a way to motivate ourselves. If we understand what we need, perhaps we can find a solution and step right on up and do the thing. Finally!Now, as always, we invite you to tell us how you feel aboutthis, what's your favourite go to delay tactic…and do you know why you put things you actually want to do, off? there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages andhave made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News ⁠ https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ ⁠andGaynor's emails ⁠https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contact⁠Links and mentions:Photo by Colin White on UnsplashOpal App https://www.opal.so/Alice Sheridan Connected Artists https://alicesheridan.com/artists/Leona Howard The Joyful Selling Coach https://joyfulselling.thrivecart.com/joyful-selling/Manchester Art Fair https://www.manchesterartfair.co.uk/ @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Karen George⁠⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠⁠Karen George Art⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, BenLeverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig' Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar:https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree 

William Earl is the Executive Digital Director at Variety and the lead organizer behind the first annual Variety Horror Impact Report. The report spotlights the filmmakers, producers, executives, festival directors, and creative leaders defining the horror today. In addition to overseeing all digital editorial functions for Variety, William is recognized as the publication's resident horror expert, covering the business side of entertainment with a particular focus on how horror operates as both a cultural force and a commercial engine.In this episode, Bill unpacks why 2025 has been another landmark year for the genre, unpacks the state of horror journalism and details what programming and inclusion efforts look like when aiming to build a healthier horror community.On today's episode of The Nick Taylor Horror Show, here, without further ado, is William Earl.Show NotesMovies MentionedSinnersWeaponsBring Her BackFinal Destination: BloodlinesThe MonkeyParanormal ActivityInsidiousMeganThe Black Phone 2Jimmy and STIGsHouse of the DevilFinal Destination franchise Books and ReadingKing Sorrow by Joe HillHorror Impact ReportFollow William Earl at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12009925/X (Twitter): https://x.com/BeautifulBillLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wearl/

It's that time again! Prepping for the selling season, getting everything planned, staying up late to ensure our organisation is tip top. Packing boxes, unpacking boxes, hanging work, wrapping work. Is your payment machine up to date and charged? ;) That's all well and good, but let's calm down for a second and remember why we're doing this, and where we need to be. Let's get a plan (of sorts) so a post event collapse isn't on the cards. A gentle reminder to focus on what's important and how we get there. What is it that's important? Why are you doing this creative thing? Are you even in the right venue to meet your audience? …and relax. We've got you. Now, as always, we invite you to tell us what your plan for silly season is, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Roger Starnes Sr on UnsplashEmelie SusieOil & Ink GalleryAnnie Meier Bloeman & BlueCaroline RudgeKate Davies Red Shoes IllustrationPound Arts Lyndsay Tarren Leister Sarah TargettThe Sanctuary Gallery Celia Smith Joanne Spencer The Corsham Gallery @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Humans and artists alike face many disappointments. Things don't go as we'd hoped. Rejection. Lack of sales. Paintings not behaving. However, it's not the event that defines us, it's how we deal with it. Yeah, sounds great, right? Sounds easy too. But hoooooow? Wellllll we could journal (@karengeorgeart pales at this idea) or talk it through (now she's slightly green) or we could face it, relegate it to where it belongs and move on to the next thing (@gaynorljart frowns as we could always analyse a tad more…). Or maybe we could combine them all and see how that goes. Now, as always, we invite you to tell us how you feel about disappointment, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Geronimo Giqueaux on Unsplashhttps://www.sebastianthommen.comTwisted Eye Furniture @louisefletcher art Jayne Emerson No Rules Textiles Society - Hand stitching Course Cirque du dance Stroud Brewery@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Clark Collis is a British author and journalist best known for his long career at Entertainment Weekly, where he spent 18 years as a senior writer. Clark is the author of two major books on horror: You've Got Red on You: How Shaun of the Dead Was Brought to Life (2021) and, most recently, Screaming and Conjuring: The Resurrection and Unstoppable Rise of the Modern Horror Movie (2025).Screaming and Conjuring is a must-read for horror fans. Spanning the era from Scream to The Conjuring—with a final chapter capturing everything that's happened since—it's the closest thing we have to a definitive historical textbook on contemporary horror. At over 500 pages, it's surprisingly fast-paced, mapping the genre's waves, franchises, and creative crosscurrents to show why horror keeps coming back—and why it matters now more than ever.In this conversation, Clark unpacks horror's recent banner year, explores the genre's resilience, and traces the movements that shaped it over decades.On today's episode of The Nick Taylor Horror Show, here—without further ado—is Clark Collis.Show NotesMovies MentionedThe MonkeySinnersWeapons28 Years LaterFinal Destination: BloodlinesThe ConjuringImmaculateThe First OmenAbigailShaun of the DeadGrindhouseJimmy and StiggsBarbarianLong LegsThe MummyThe Sixth SenseThe Blair Witch ProjectStir of EchoesStigmataRavenousEnd of DaysResident Evil and 28 Days LaterSawBooks and ResourcesNightmare Movies by Kim Newman, recommended reading for earlier periods of horror historyThe Zombies That Ate PittsburghFollow Clark Collis at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6020968/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkcollisX (Twitter): https://x.com/ClarkCollisLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clark-collis-98878840/

It's all been done before. There's nothing new. We just can't find anything original to present to the world. Everyone else has got a great offering. Everyone else has got it sussed. They're doing all the things. Are we just copying? Are we offering the same old, same old? So why do it at all? Hang on though, let's consider this, maybe doing it our way IS the original part. We've seen a million reels on Instagram, a gazillionty million paintings, landscapes, abstracts, workshops, courses, we berate ourselves and ask repeatedly “why would ours be any better?”. Well, here's the thing-it doesn't have to be, it just has to be from you, not a comparison, not a competition… just your version of the thing. Surely THAT'S what makes it original. People connect to the person, it doesn't have to be perfect, it has to be real. Wow. There's a revelation. Next question… how do we show who we are, in natural way? Eek… that's another conversation. Now, as always, we invite you to tell us how you feel about this, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo Credit: Crispin Jones on UnsplashJo McCarthyAnorak Cat - @amyandrich Georgina Noel Louise FletcherJayne Emerson Textiles@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Hey everyone, back with another monthly episode of The Howl, where me and my cohost Adam Cruz break down the biggest horror news, share what we've been watching, and talk all things horror. This month we're joined by screenwriter, producer, and director Joe Russo (Nightmare Cinema), who brings some serious insider perspective to the conversation.Our goal with The Howl is to catch listeners up with all of the horror news they might have missed from the past month in a fun, conversational format. If you want a quick-read version of The Howl sent straight to your inbox every month, sign up for my newsletter at nicktaylor.com/thehowl.We're easing back into doing this on a regular basis and wanted to focus this conversation mostly on industry insight which Joe is particularly dialed into as you'll see. Please enjoy this month's Howl podcast.So without further ado, here's me, Nick Taylor, with Adam Cruz and Joe Russo on this month's segment of The Howl.SHOW NOTESMovies Mentioned:Amityville Horror (1979 and 2005 remake)Lights OutCompanionWeaponsContractedNightmare CinemaThe Conjuring seriesAnnabelle Comes HomeSalem's Lot (new version)Poltergeist (TV development)Alien: EarthObsession (Curry Barker)Strange DarlingThe Long WalkThe Ring (Japanese and US versions)BarbarianWeaponsBlair Witch (upcoming Lionsgate iteration)Magic (remake)Good BoyThe PresenceM3GAN and M3GAN 2.0The Lost BoysAn American Werewolf in LondonThe UndertoneTalk to MeF1TogetherLonglegsTV Shows Mentioned:The Conjuring (upcoming HBO Max series)Stranger ThingsThe First Shadow (Stranger Things play)Resources Mentioned:Beyond FestColors of the Dark PodcastThe Innocence ProjectFollow Adam Cruz at:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/murdermemes_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@murdermemes_Store: www.murdermemes.shopFollow Nick Taylor at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicktaylorhorrorshow/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicktaylorhorrorshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NicktaylorhorrorshowWebsite: www.nicktaylor.comFollow Joe Russo at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerussogramX (Twitter): https://x.com/joerussotweetsWebsite: https://joerussofilm.com/IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2349665/

Righty-ho, we've reviewed allllll the things we've been doing. What do we work on now? What are we carrying forward and what are we gently expelling from our lives? Let's get specific, grab some details and prioritise how we move forward. Break steps down rather than plunging in to the deep end and make sure we're aligned with big ideas we're swimming towards. Do you have small and large rewards for each stage? Now let's get some cheerleaders in place. Who's in your team? How will you keep on track?  Now, we invite you to tell us how you … as always, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:The Design Trust Atomic Habits - James Clear Diary of CEO 1% moreOpal AppCheryl Taves Insight Creative Anna F MacDonald Decluttering @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

We often overlook appreciating how far we have developed, but in order to consider what we want to take forward it's a good idea to think about how much we have achieved, what we want to progress and what to let go. Which habits just aren't cutting it any more. What did you commit to, but didn't do-is that because it was someone else's idea and just doesn't fit you? Who distracted you? Why did you let them?! What's been great? What worked? This week we're taking a pulse. Taking a moment to figure exactly what lights us up and let's ditch what doesn't! As artists, Karen and Gaynor have some solutions, ideas and aspirations for balancing creativity in all its guises while taking a realistic look at what needs to change.Now, we invite you to tell us what you're up to… as always, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/  (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/)and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contact (https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contact)Links and mentions:The Design Trust Atomic Habits - James Clear Opal AppCheryl Taves Insight Creative Anna F MacDonald Decluttering @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/%E2%81%A0) and ⁠Karen George⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/%E2%81%A0) are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/)@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/)@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Summer is lovely; blissful long days and warm evenings, holidays, playing on the beach, in the park, visiting places and visitors making memories. But what about our art? How can we integrate the absolute need to create with fully living, engaging and making the most of the welcome distractions we face daily? What can we do that provides a creative fix while still meeting the needs of the people around us (who we're obviously very glad to see!).As artists, Karen and Gaynor have some solutions, ideas and aspirations for balancing creativity in all its guises while having people they love around more.Now, we invite you to tell us how you manage the balance… as always, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/  (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/)and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contact (https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contact)Links and mentions:Photo by Tim Broadbent (https://unsplash.com/@timbrofrance?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash) on Unsplash (https://unsplash.com/photos/colorful-beach-huts-in-a-row-iXwf7HmSaDE?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash) (https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-black-and-white-electronic-device-HNPrWOH2Z8U?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash)The Bird of Prey Project  https://birdofpreyproject.org (https://birdofpreyproject.org)Cotswold Sculpture Park https://cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk (https://cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk)Opal https://www.opal.so (https://www.opal.so)Rachael Johnson Artist https://www.instagram.com/rachael.johnson20art?igsh=MTY2bTN1aW1pODhxMQ== (https://www.instagram.com/rachael.johnson20art?igsh=MTY2bTN1aW1pODhxMQ==)Sam Waters artist https://www.instagram.com/samwatersartist?igsh=ajg1NjhlbXN1cnRw (https://www.instagram.com/samwatersartist?igsh=ajg1NjhlbXN1cnRw)Karen Stamper https://karenstampercollage.com/workshops/ (https://karenstampercollage.com/workshops/)Jayne Emerson Artist https://jayneemerson.co.uk (https://jayneemerson.co.uk)Dr Sarah Joy Ford http://sarahjoyford.com/about (http://sarahjoyford.com/about)Jo Hill art https://johillart.co.uk (https://johillart.co.uk)Debbie Lee art https://johillart.co.uk/about (https://johillart.co.uk/about)Debby Bird art https://www.debbybird.com (https://www.debbybird.com) @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/%E2%81%A0) and ⁠Karen George⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/%E2%81%A0) are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠ (https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/)@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/%E2%81%A0) ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠ (https://www.gaynorljart.com/)@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Jamie Harrison is a renowned illusion designer, visual effects creator, and theater artist, who, alongside collaborator Chris Fisher, is responsible for the jaw-dropping illusions in Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the stage play prequel to the Stranger Things series. Both Jamie and Chris earned a Special Tony Award for Illusions & Technical Effects earlier this year.In this conversation, Jamie walks through his background as a magician and theater artist and the deep historical roots of magic in live performance. He also shares the rigorous process of designing for large-scale theater, how ancient illusionist traditions can be used to create state-of-the-art spectacle and explains why the most rewarding magic is built on precision, surprise, and storytelling.This is the third in a series of conversations I've had with the multiple creative forces behind Stranger Things: The First Shadow, which I cannot recommend highly enough. Seriously if you're in the New York or London area, this show is an absolute must. It completely blew me away and defied what I thought was possible to do on a stage.This was a really fascinating and fun conversation and if you enjoy it I recommend also checking out my conversation with Jamie's partner on the show, Chris Fisher and the writer of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Kate Trefry. Please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation with Jamie Harrison.Show NotesMovies & TV:Stranger Things (Netflix)Stranger Things: The First Shadow (West End & Broadway)Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things the First Shadow (Documentary)Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildJaws (1975)Books & Writing:Magic in Mind (the book Jamie mentioned)Danse Macabre by Stephen KingThe Secret Out, or One Thousand Tricks ExplainedFollow Jamie Harrison at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm17220143/Website: https://www.voxmotus.co.uk/

Artists. Let's free up our brains and shake off the constraints of painting or producing work for a reason. Developing our work, our skills and our practices comes in so many forms. @gaynorljart is finding freedom in actually using a sketchbook after years of envy and frustration-and @karengeorgeart is sharing her love of outdoor sketching with others, which is fun and freeing too. Same, Same But Different. We make the rules. We get to do what works for us. Over to you! We invite you to tell us how you rip off the constraints of producing work to discover what else you like… as always, there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Priscilla Du Preez

Recently several instagram posts sparked a conversation between @karengeorgeart and @gaynorljart - all around the reasons why people buy art. @emuplops @carriescottcurates @iamfrancebrunel and @lorimirabelli fired our chat (specific posts linked below) and gave us pause for thought. We asked listeners if they'd like a chat around the subject and received an overwhelming yes. How do we want to live? Why do certain artists or paintings jump out at us? Why do we covet a certain art style? Is it because we don't create in a certain way, or we love the story the artist is telling… is it the colours, the memories, the place, the person… perhaps it's all of those things. Can we even articulate why? What does what we collect say about us? Some people don't consider themselves creative and collect art to feel a connection to the world of art, buying a piece that brings them closer to an artist. Others invest and are quite clinical, perhaps some work is bought purely as decor. All the reasons are valid, but what's your reason? Do you know? Over to you! We invite you to tell us why you're drawn to certain works… we think there's lots more to chat about. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on UnsplashLori Mirabelli https://www.instagram.com/p/DLkiYU7uGc4/?igsh=MXBuZ3I5N2hqMDZodQ==Emily Hadley. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLrNgQJIzMt/?igsh=MXJyYTgyNWdudWZlaQ==Carrie Scott Curates https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLnH_Rcouxf/?igsh=MXRlY3lmaHZibXFmeQ==France Brunel Tonia GunstoneTerry Bridgeman Dragomir MisinaPolly Gough Gina Belford ArtSarah Targett Sam WatersBanksyKaren George Sketch & Explore sessionsInsight Creative: Cheryl Taves Sketchbook Course Gaynor Leverett-Jaques@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

The Blasters & Blades PodcastToday we dove deep into life behind the camera! We talked to the people behind the movie The Demon Behind The Glass, A Classic Indie Horror Film! We talked about the process of making this film from start to finish and had a lot of nerdy fun doing it! This was a fun interview, so check out this episode. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorZombie! Patient Zero by Bayonet Books: https://www.amazon.com/Zombie-Patient-Bayonet-Books-Anthology-ebook/dp/B0CBGCCJ82/Coffee Brand Coffee Affiliate Support the Show: https://coffeebrandcoffee.com/?ref=y4GWASiVorJZDb Discount Code: PodcastGrunts Coupon Code Gets you 10% offThe Demon Behind The Glass MovieWatch the film! https://www.amazon.com/Demon-Behind-Glass-Joshua-Recene/dp/B0D86325NZ Watch the trailer! https://youtu.be/zObgewmmeWY?si=1_hfyPAqxKbx5DX6 Follow the movie socials! https://linktr.ee/demonbehindtheglass Movie IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31922431/ Follow J.W. Kiefer on social mediaJay's Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/J-W-Kiefer/e/B08YX1CXNJ/Jay's Website: www.jwkiefer.com Jay's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwkieferFollow Jesse James Gibbore on social mediaJesse's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/12LrGs2LAMg/ Follow Joshua Recene on social mediaJoshua's Email: joshua.recene@gmail.com Follow Michael Yammine on social mediaReset Movie: https://www.uncorkedentertainment.com/film/reset-2025/Follow Tim O'Hearn on social mediaTim's IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2567792 Showdown in Yesteryear: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12580538/ #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #IndieMovie #Movie #IndieHorror #Horror #HorrorMovie #IndieHorrorMovie #JWKiefer #JesseJamesGibbore #JoshuaRecene #TimOHearn #DemonBehindTheGlass #MichaelYammine #TalesFromTheCrypt #CryptKeeper #AlfredHitchcock #TheBirds

An award-winning foley artist at Skywalker Sound that has created and performed foley sound effects for over two hundred live action and animated films and TV series including such projects as Top Gun: Maverick, Jurrasic World Rebirth, F1, The Mandalorian, Andor, Toy Story 4, Inside Out 2 and Soul.   Her favorite projects include Black Panther:  Wakanda Forever and The Black Panther, Pixar's Lightyear andTurning Red, Disney's Encanto and Raya and the Last Dragon, and Glass Onion:  A Knives Out Mystery.  For a full list of credits, visit IMBD. Shelley has designed and conducted in-person and virtual foley presentations and workshops for college students to help them learn to listen, invent, and problem solve through the art of foley.  Roden has also led workshops for high school, elementary school, and at-risk youth and is actively mentoring two young foley artists. She is in the process of writing a non-fiction book featuring personal interviews with veteran foley artists.

Episode 104Are we who we show up as on social media? What does authentic really mean… what do we care about what people think of us? Does it matter?As we've grown older and into ourselves, we find it easier to accept who we are and why we do what we do. Maybe it's partly because we know what doesn't work and we don't want to just fit in any more.Authenticity may be an overused word in social media AND art, but it could be time to consider what it means for us and why it matters.Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails  https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Gabriela Braga on UnsplashPark Run https://www.parkrun.org.ukBréne Brown https://brenebrown.comBrené Brown:the opposite of belonging is fitting in. Fitting in involves changing oneself to be accepted, while belonging means being accepted for who you truly are. True belonging requires vulnerability and embracing your authentic self, whereas fitting in relies on performing and adjusting to expectationsMel Robbins https://www.melrobbins.comAlice Sheridan Time to Shine  https://www.soulrocketstudio.com/shineOttelien Huckin https://www.ottelienhuckin.co.ukBeyond Boundaries Exhibition @footprint_gallery_jackfield@samwatersartist @jansaustinstudio @mike_ashton @klairbaulyartist @angelaslack_studio @morvenbrowne @taralara10@rachael.johnson20art @gaynorljartKaren GeorgeGaynor Leverett-JaquesGina Belford Art https://www.instagram.com/ginabelfordart?igsh=MWQwMXpqM3Nkdml5ZA==@karengeorgeart@gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Welcome back to another episode of [Podcast Name], where we dive deep into the conversations that truly matter—about love, success, and stepping fully into your power. Today's episode is a special one because we're sitting down with the incredible Natalie Stavola—an accomplished actress, producer, and transformational coach who's made it her mission to help people break through emotional barriers and finally claim the love and life they've always dreamed of. Born in Danbury, Connecticut, Natalie's journey has been anything but ordinary.She's worked alongside Hollywood icon Garry Marshall, not only as a collaborator but also under his mentorship—a testament to her talent, commitment, and presence in the industry. Her success on screen is only part of her story. Behind the scenes, Natalie has also emerged as a powerful force in the personal development world, helping both men and women navigate the complex terrain of relationships, self-worth, and personal breakthroughs. But her story didn't begin in the spotlight—it began in the shadows, facing toxic relationships, the effects of addiction, and years of struggling to feel comfortable in her skin. That deep discomfort eventually became the catalyst for transformation. What started as her quest to heal from trauma, release limiting beliefs, and rebuild her sense of self has since evolved into a proven system that has helped thousands of clients reclaim their confidence, set healthy boundaries, and attract the love, success, and fulfillment they deserve. In today's episode, we're bringing some high-level conversation to the forefront. We're unpacking some bold and necessary topics—like the role of women as dating coaches in a male-dominated industry, why narcissists often accuse you of being narcissistic the moment you dare to set boundaries, and how simply owning your space and presence as a fully expressed human being can unintentionally make others uncomfortable—and why that's actually a sign of growth. So whether you're here to learn, heal, or simply feel inspired, you're in the right place. Get ready to shift perspectives, challenge old narratives, and step into your next level of self-awareness. Let's get into it.Chapters:0:00 – Welcome & Introduction0:34 – Understanding H.H.A.L.T. and Its Impact on You4:38 – Should Only Men Be Dating Coaches?8:55 – Why Narcissists Call You a Narcissist When You Set Boundaries24:32 – When Being Personable Makes Others Uncomfortable34:28 – Rewriting Your Mindset in the Modern Dating World37:50 – Confirmation Bias in Dating: Recognizing and Shifting the Pattern→ CONTACT NATALIE STAVOLA ON SOCIAL MEDIA ← INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/natalie.stavola/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nataliestavola/?hl=enWEBSITE: https://www.lovecoach247.com/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-stavola-86143753/IMBD: https://l.instagram.com/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fimdb.me%2Fnataliestavola&e=AT3yFeIvBoYyC1MCwcjozjoCRgRBd-A_MXGAufynC1aWYDRlVq5CGNruVpNtHTAi8luSzK-Btn9j0F28rrT-c3M4uQwaZrRroow8zKcH8RQwR_vM

This week, let's go for a road trip! We'll just make sure not to follow any log trucks too closely. We're diving into our favorite of the Final Destination franchise, Final Destination 2. Brave the dentist, watch for signs, and maybe don't stick your hand in the garbage disposal. Follow us on insta: Pod page @somelikeitscarypodKelly @sidneysrevengeOlivia @fatfemmereadsSources mentioned: IMBD trivia https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0309593/Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Destination_2"Every 'Final Destination' Death Explained By Producer" (Entertainment Weekly) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZenVer_NXHURecess Therapy clip (kid talking about 9/11) https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lbdd_p_T_FY

Marc Schölermann is an acclaimed German director who made his feature debut with Pathology, a psychological thriller produced by MGM/Lakeshore and starring Alyssa Milano. His latest film, Bark, is a horror thriller about a man who wakes up tied to a tree with no memory of how he got there. Remarkably, the entire story unfolds within a single 10-by-10-foot space—making Bark not just a gripping watch, but a masterclass in single-location filmmaking.Marc shot the film in just nine days. In this episode, he shares how he crafted a highly effective, technically simple film on a tight budget and schedule without compromising quality. He also offers insights on where to invest your resources when working within budget constraints.I'll say there are some SLIGHT spoilers in this interview - I recommend watching Bark first but if you haven't it won't necessarily ruin the experience for you, but you should still try to see it anyway.Show NotesMovies DiscussedBarkPathologyBuriedIndiana Jones and the Temple of DoomRaiders of the Lost ArkCrankThe Blair Witch ProjectTremorsDirectors & Filmmakers ReferencedRobert RodriguezLex FridmanTim FerrissMark Neveldine & Brian TaylorMarc's DP: Peter (longtime collaborator)Topics CoveredHow Marc discovered Bark via an online script forumThe story's emotional and visual roots in a real-life animal abuse incidentThe creative constraints and opportunities of a one-location movieUsing long lenses and color desaturation to reflect the main character's mental stateFilming in the Black Forest with a micro-crew of 12 peopleShooting 25 pages of dialogue in a single dayCrafting immersive sound design and environmental texture in postWriting a behind-the-scenes book: Making Bark: A Filmmaker's JourneyWorking with SAG actors, sound teams, and editors who elevate low-budget filmmakingBuilding your career through commercials and staying agileBooks & ProjectsMaking Bark: A Filmmaker's Journey by Marc Schölermann (available on Amazon)Where to WatchBark is now streaming on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, and other major VOD platformsFollow Marc Schölermann at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0774340/?ref_=nmbio_ov_bkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcschoelermann/?hl=enX (Twitter): https://x.com/therealschoeli?lang=enWebsite: https://www.marcschoelermann.com/

What is the simple definition of marketing?“Marketing, in its simplest form, is about letting people know about a product or service that might meet their needs or wants. It's the process of communicating the value of a product or service to potential customers and persuading them to buy.”Do we have answers? Not necessarily, but we do have thoughts and we're trying to make sense of it all too. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Merakist on UnsplashBS9 arts trail https://www.bs9arts.co.ukRae Melody @raemelodyartJo Hounsome http://www.johounsomephotography.co.ukKaren Turner https://www.karenturnerfineart.comGo.Large https://www.go-large.comFaye Bridgwater https://www.fayebridgwater.comArt Share Love magazine https://www.artsharelove.comKaren George Gaynor Leverett-JaquesGina Belford Art @karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Today's guests are the creative duo Shannon Eric Denton and David Hartman — two multi-hyphenate storytellers whose work spans the worlds of comics, animation, film, and beyond.Shannon Eric Denton is a veteran writer, artist, and transmedia creator with a career that cuts across comics, animation, television, and gaming. He's worked with major studios including Cartoon Network, Warner Bros., Disney, Marvel, DC Comics, and Riot Games. Shannon is also the co-founder of Monster Forge Productions, alongside horror legend Steve Niles, where they specialize in developing monster-centric IP for film, TV, games, and merchandise.Joining him is David Hartman — an Emmy-nominated director, illustrator, and producer with over 25 years in the animation and horror industries. In addition to directing Phantasm: Ravager, the final chapter in Don Coscarelli's iconic franchise, David has worked as a visual effects supervisor and animator on cult favorites like Bubba Ho-Tep and John Dies at the End. His background also includes extensive work in animation as a showrunner, storyboard artist, and Spectrum Award-winning illustrator.In addition to their individual accomplishments, Shannon and David have teamed up on several projects, most notably through their work with Titan Comics. Their graphic novel Kraken blends supernatural horror with historical adventure. Their upcoming title Spectors, set for release in May 2026, continues this trajectory — a supernatural adventure featuring a team of eccentric heroes battling monsters and cults, combining pulpy thrills with cinematic visuals.Together, Shannon and David bring a wealth of experience in genre storytelling, and today they're here to talk monsters, collaboration, and navigating the creative process across mediums.FEATURED PROJECTSNEW GRAPHIC NOVELSKraken (Titan Comics, Sept. 2025) - A pulp adventure set in the 1930s that follows a transformed explorer back from the sea, determined to stop a supernatural apocalypse. Think The Shadow or The Rocketeer—but with monsters.Spectres - Starts in the 1930s and leaps to present day, following a monster-hunting team through a time-hopping, lore-rich narrative.NOW ON KICKSTARTERReturn of the Monsters - A passion project from Monster Forge Productions, this is a reimagining of classic monsters like Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Creature, brought to life in premium comic form. - Back it on KickstarterMOVIES, SHOWS & COMICS DISCUSSEDIndiana JonesReturn of the Living DeadEvil DeadThe Goon (Eric Powell)Tales from the CryptHouse of Secrets, The Unexpected, and other 70s–80s horror comicsMad Magazine, Cracked, CrazyTransformers: Prime (David Hartman directed)Phantasm: Ravager (David Hartman directed)Bubba Ho-TepArmy of the Dead: Lost Vegas (Netflix animated series)Rob Zombie music videos & concept artFollow Shannon Eric Denton at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0003015/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonericdenton/X (Twitter):

Chatting with other artists can teach us so much. Not just about them and the way they work, but also how we are, how we work, the way we speak to ourselves and manage expectations and pressure. Listening to ourselves-our needs-has a direct impact on the way we create, appreciating what we do and that we CAN is important too. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Victor on UnsplashLouise Fletcher Art Tribe Sue Pickering Gina Belford ArtDr Tara Swart The Source Sharon Harvey The Sanctuary GalleryJan AustinAngela Slack Sam WatersRachael Johnson Rae Melody Louise Drewett Karen George Gaynor Leverett-JaquesGina Belford Art https://www.instagram.com/ginabelfordart?igsh=MWQwMXpqM3Nkdml5ZA==@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcast About the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

IntroRobin Block is rewriting the playbook for how genre stories get made. As the founder of CreatorVC, he's behind the wildly successful In Search of Darkness documentary series, Aliens Expanded, and In Search of the Last Action Heroes—all funded and shaped by passionate fans. Now, with his new venture ScreamSeed, Robin is building the future of horror development: a platform that brings creators and fans together to incubate new IP and make bold, independent horror without waiting for Hollywood permission. In this episode, Robin shares how to build your own lane in horror, why fan-led development is the future, how to pitch projects that actually get made, and why practical effects and passion will always win over algorithms.We also do an inordinate amount of geeking out about horror along the way and Robin makes a bunch of great deep cut recommendations so get your pencils ready. Or your notetaking apps because nobody owns pencils any more. I'm personally very psyched by what Robin is building. He is truly a man of the fans and is working towards a production infrastructure in which the fans get to rally their energy towards real projects which is not only exceptionally exciting, but echoes a new wave of the future.Now, for your listening pleasure, please enjoy this episode with Robin Block.Show NotesResources & Links:In Search of Darkness: 1995–1999 available for pre-order until June 9 at 80sHorrorDoc.comAliens Expanded and all CreatorVC projects – creatorvc.comScreamSeed horror incubator – screamseed.comMovies & Projects DiscussedIn Search of Darkness (I, II, III, 1990–94, 1995–99)In Search of TomorrowIn Search of the Last Action HeroesAliens ExpandedThe Thing Expanded (in development)Late Night with the DevilHereticShelby OaksThe ShiningThe ThingAliensThe Evil DeadTalk to MeSkinamarinkThe Pope's ExorcistThe BoogeymanTerrifier 2Directors & Filmmakers ReferencedDavid WeinerJohn CarpenterJames CameronGuillermo del ToroDamien LeoneParker FinnAri AsterPhilippou BrothersMike FlanaganRob BottinFrank DarabontSigourney WeaverEli RothFollow Robin Block at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1602716/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/robinblockFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rob.BlockLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinblock1/Website: https://www.creatorvc.com/

We're breaking out of wrestling-induced coma for the last few episodes and diving into another year in cinema - this time, 2005! We go through our favorites, runner-ups, surprises, and our own special awards!   Looking for The Week In Geek? That's now it's own episode and published on... Week In Geek Wednesdays! Check back through our feed and you'll find it.   FULL VIDEO EPISODES! That's right folks, you can see our bright smiling idiotic faces in full color on our YouTube channel. Full episodes available as well as clips.   LINKS OF INTEREST: - List of feature films released in 2005 by Popularity (IMDB) - Feature Films from 2005 sorted by box office highest-lowest (IMDB) - 2005 in film (wikipedia) - Top 90 movies of 2005 according to IMBD   ...AND ANOTHER THING: The Man They Call Tim suggests sampling Papa Valachy “The Sauce Boss” Bourbon BBQ Sauce  Uncle Todd suggests reading “Burning In Water Drowning In Flame: Selected Poems 1955-1973” by Charles Bukowski   FOLLOW US ON THE SOCIAL MEDIAS: Facebook - http://facebook.com/freerangeidiocy Instagram - http://instagram.com/freerangeidiocy YouTube - http://youtube.com/@freerangeidiocy

Hey guys and welcome back to the podcast!Today we are chatting with Josh Martinez who you may know from #Bigbrother or #thechallenge BUT, he is also on a new show called Destination X on Peacock and NBC. AND WE TALK all about his experience on the show and what he thinks of Peter & JaNa joining after him!"When it comes to reality competition shows, Josh Martinez has been around the block, but Destination X promised to take the Big Brother and The Challenge alum around the globe. Unfortunately, though, his world-trekking tour for this new show was limited to just one country, Italy, where he was eliminated after incorrectly guessing the group's location was Milan instead of Rome" - from his IMBd"The new NBC series, hosted by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, brought together 10 strangers to travel the world on a bus with no outside visibility with the single goal of answering the question, “Where the X am I?” Josh was the only celebrity contestant of the first 10 — the others' careers ranged from flight attendant to professional bird watcher and everywhere in between — but he played a bit coy about how deep his credentials go, saying only that he'd gotten far on Big Brother and not even mentioning his many seasons on The Challenge" - from IMBdConnect with me on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyrealityTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zacharyrealityTwitter: https://twitter.com/zacharyrealityYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZacharyReality

Way back when in 2024 we took a trip to Cheltenham to check out galleries for a joint exhibition… the planning began. ‘Journey' came from an idea of Karen's to show how we work, from sketching in the wild (Karen) to splashing paint and navel gazing (Gaynor) to fully fledged and framed paintings. It's been fascinating to see the differences in how we create, but it's also fun to exhibit together. This week we share the successes and mishaps along the route from booking the gallery to hanging the work. Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News  https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Karen GeorgeSpring Cheltenham @springcheltenhamArtist Surfaceshttps://www.artistsurfaces.co.ukKaren George Gaynor Leverett-JaquesStudio 44Ad  https://www.instagram.com/studio44ad?igsh=emJwcjRtNDdycDJpGina Belford Art https://www.instagram.com/ginabelfordart?igsh=MWQwMXpqM3Nkdml5ZA==@karengeorgeart @gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Send us a textIn this episode, I had the privilege to speak with actor Matt Drago. We talked about his lifelong passion for acting, his journey in the industry, and how important it is to connect personally with your craft.Matt shared insights about building supportive relationships, prioritizing mental health, and finding joy in the acting process instead of focusing only on external validation. We also explored his latest film, "Somewhere in Montana," which centers on collaboration, legacy, and mutual respect. Matt offered great advice for aspiring actors: keep learning, embrace the journey, and surround yourself with people who lift you up.Follow Matt on his IMBD https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3196549/Matt's Instagram @mattdragoSupport the showRegister for the next cohort of NLP Certification Training with Metafit Metamind Academy! https://metafitmetamind.com/certified/ Check out our YouTube Channel!Metafit Metamind con KarlaGive us 5⭐ & Review! Follow @metafitmetamindpodcast @coachkarlita @HERanimeuniverse CONNECT with Me!

Gahhhhh it's the 100th episode of artchatter. Who knew? So here we are doing something a little different in celebration. Three-ish years, two artists and one question for four (technically five, but for aesthetics) people who inspire us… What's the question? Simple. Did you have a pivotal moment in your career?A significant moment where something clicked, you grabbed an opportunity or had a realisation that you were on to something. Conversely, when you finally decided things had to change. Although everyone had a different story and perspective, there are so many relatable feelings and emotions for all of us.Once again we would like to thank the lovely women who shared their moments. We've watched them online for such a long time, and all feel like we know them, so it's lovely to hear from them

Kurt Sayenga is a writer, director, and showrunner who has become a leading force in horror documentary filmmaking. Kurt made a name for himself with series like Eli Roth's History of Horror, The 101 Scariest Horror Movie Moments of All Time, and Horror's Greatest, where he brings a scholar's eye and a fan's passion to the genre's most iconic moments. In this episode, we delve into Kurt's journey from punk-rock zine publisher to award-winning documentarian, his approach to keeping horror history fresh, and his insights on the past, present, and future of the horror genre. Please enjoy this conversation with Kurt Sayenga!Show NotesMovies DiscussedThe Mummy (1932)The Architects of Fear (The Outer Limits, 1963)CarrieHorror ExpressDon't Look NowNosferatu (2022)Beau Is AfraidMagnoliaSilence of the LambsSe7enTerrifier 2BarbarianCompanionHeart EyesThe StuffDr. StrangeloveVideodromeThe FlyThe ExorcistCell (Stephen King)HereditaryDirectors & Filmmakers ReferencedKurt SayengaQuentin TarantinoRob ZombieGreg NicoteroEdgar WrightEli RothDavid LynchMario BavaDario ArgentoLucio FulciTakashi MiikeNicolas RoegAri AsterPaul Thomas AndersonDavid CronenbergStephen KingRobert EggersJordan PeeleDavid DastmalchianMusic ReferencedThe MisfitsThe CrampsGun ClubFugaziMinor ThreatFollow Kurt Sayenga at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1012131/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hermeneuticcircle/Website: https://www.kurtsayenga.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-sayenga-57961a8/

At some point, most voice actors have the dream of packing up and heading for LA to achieve success and fame in voice over. Few actually follow through, and fewer still actually make their dreams a reality. Laila Berzins is one of the few! In this conversation, Lila Berzins shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Connecticut to becoming a successful voice actor in LA. One workshop, callback, audition and odd job at a time!   Now, Laila has nearly 150 credits on IMBD including Disney, Nickelodeon, Genshin Impact, Marvel and many more.   Listen as Laila shares the real story behind her rise—living on food stamps, driving Uber, and investing every cent back into her craft. Whether you're grinding in VO or chasing a dream in any field, this episode will leave you fired up and focused. CONNECT WITH LAILA BERZINS Laila Berzins Autographs: http://streamily.com/lailaberzins Laila Berzins Cameos: https://www.cameo.com/lailaberzinsvoice Laila Berzins Website: http://lailaberzins.com Laila Berzins Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lailaberzinsvo/ Laila Berzins Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lailaberzinsvoice Laila Berzins Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lailab_voiceovers Laila Berzins X - https://x.com/lberzins_voices Laila Berzins Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lailaberzins Laila Berzins IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5389637/     Marc Scott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/marcscott VOpreneur® on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@vopreneur RESOURCES FOR VOICE ACTORS * Voice Over Marketing Playbook Visit https://voiceovermarketingplaybook.com * The VOpreneur Guide to Testimonials Visit https://vopreneur.com/testimonials * Get an instant $25 credit when you sign up for VoiceZam Visit https://voicezam.com/marcscott * For voice over services: Visit https://marcscottvoiceover.com * Want VOpreneur Swag? Visit https://teespring.com/stores/vopreneur * Join the VOpreneur Facebook Group Visit https://facebook.com/groups/vopreneur EVERYDAY VOPRENEURS IN THIS EPISODE * Thanks to "Uncle Roy" for production assistance! Visit https://antlandproductions.com * Thanks to Christy Harst for VO contributions! Visit https://christyharst.com * Thanks to Krysta Wallrauch for VO contributions! Visit https://krystawallrauch.com If you need guidance with your voice over business or learning how to more effectively market, I can help. Book a 15 minute free consultation with me to discuss your specific needs. Book Your Consult KEY TAKEAWAYS The journey to success in voiceover can take years of hard work. Reinvesting in one's craft through classes and workshops is essential. Networking and making connections can lead to unexpected opportunities. Finding a supportive community can make a significant difference. Persistence and stubbornness are key to achieving dreams. You never know who's going to see your content. Agents can be champions for your career. Continuous learning is essential in the industry. Diverse performance backgrounds enhance voice acting skills. Organization is key for managing multiple characters. Improv skills are vital for character development. Character development is a blend of inspiration and personal experience. Alternate takes can showcase a different range for characters. Conventions provide a unique opportunity to connect with fans. The energy we project influences our experiences in the industry. Enjoying the journey is as important as the destination.

On this episode we dive deep into the making The Invisible Raptor with writer and star Mike Capes and producer Nic Neary. The film is a hilarious, Amblin-inspired horror-comedy that delivers big creature-feature thrills (without ever showing the creature itself).Mike and Nic share how the movie originated as a 3 AM idea, the journey from script to screen, and how they secured funding and distribution in a competitive indie film market. They also get into guerrilla filmmaking tactics, crafting a compelling pitch package, boosting production value with amazing locations and handling on-set crises. Please enjoy this conversation with Nic Neary and Mike Capes.Show NotesMovies Mentioned:Jurassic Park (1993)Ghostbusters (1984)The Goonies (1985)Indiana Jones franchiseE.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)Jaws (1975)Airplane! (1980)The Naked Gun (1988)Gremlins (1984)Super Troopers (2001)Speed (1994)Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985)Ghostbusters II (1989)Terrifier (2016)It's Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaTeen WolfHere are some key takeaways from this conversation with Mike & Nic.You Have Got to Stand Out.The film industry is oversaturated with scripts, projects, and ideas—pitching something uniquely is essential. The Invisible Raptor team understood that a script alone wouldn't grab attention, so they built a compelling pitch package with costumes, action figures, a movie poster, and a humorous pitch video. These tangible assets made the project feel real to investors, giving it momentum before it was even funded. A script isn't always enough—filmmakers should create visual, physical, or digital materials to showcase their vision, commitment and enthusiasm.Write the Movie You Want—Then Find a Way to Make It HappenConventional wisdom tells indie filmmakers to write “contained, low-budget” scripts—but the Invisible Raptor team ignored that advice. They wrote a film with a dinosaur theme park, elaborate effects, and car chases, then figured out how to make it work through resourcefulness, networking, and persistence. Finding an affordable dinosaur amusement park seemed impossible—until a chance conversation with John Stamos led them to the perfect location. Discovery Cube Science Center in Anaheim, where Stamos' sister worked, had everything they needed—including a giant animatronic dinosaur that pooped, which fit the script perfectly.By piecing together multiple assets through favors the team gave the movie a much bigger scope than its budget should have allowed. Don't let financial limitations stifle your creativity—write the best version of your story, then problem-solve to bring it to life.Hire for EnergyFilmmaking is grueling, especially on an indie production where long hours and tight budgets push everyone to their limits. The Invisible Raptor team knew that keeping morale high was just as important as hitting their shots. A positive, energized set prevented burnout and kept the production moving forward, even when challenges arose. They understood that even one toxic crew member can derail everything. That's why they were selective in hiring—not just bringing on trusted friends, but choosing people who truly supported the vision. Negativity spreads faster than positivity, so keeping the right energy on set meant keeping the right people around.Follow Mike Capes at:IMBd:

Caitlin Stryker grew up a railroad brat, never living in any city for longer than a few years as her father's railroading career kept the family on the move. With her gypsy spirit firmly in place, she splits time between the three cities she calls home: NYC, LA, and Vancouver, BC. She started her career in the performing arts as a ballet dancer performing with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Young Performers Ensemble, where her love for emotional freedom was established. Caitlin was then scooped up by Elite modeling agency in Toronto, which fluidly led to her acting career in Film/TV. Her love of film has even put her behind the camera as she co-produced multiple shorts, and Award-Winning feature films, with her husband Bradley Stryker.In this episode we ‘get into it' with Caitlyn about: -Moving throughout childhood-Recreating identity-Stage and camera acting-Getting over stage fright and moreFollow Caitlyn on IG or visit her IMBD.

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On this episode of The Nick Taylor Horror Show, we're joined by journalist and horror scholar David Katznelson. Known for his meticulous exploration of the horror genre's history, David shares details behind a fascinating project where he watches and analyzes every horror movie from the 1970's. His most recent focus has been 1974—a pivotal and hauntingly transitional year in horror.From Texas Chainsaw Massacre to forgotten gems like Help Me, I'm Possessed, David's work breaks down the evolution of horror, how societal chaos like the Vietnam War shaped the genre, and what makes 1974 a landmark year for the genre. We also discuss his upcoming book on 70s horror and the enduring impact of directors like Tobe Hooper. Whether you're a die-hard horror fan or a filmmaker looking for historical inspiration, this episode is a treasure trove of insights into horror's rich legacy.Show NotesMovies DiscussedTexas Chainsaw MassacreHelp Me, I'm PossessedIt's AliveDerangedBlack ChristmasFlesh for FrankensteinBlood for DraculaLegend of the Seven Golden VampiresCannibal HolocaustThe Friday the 13th franchiseThe Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise (including Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III and Texas Chainsaw 3D)Exorcist-inspired films (The Sexorcist, Legacy of Satan)70s exploitation films (Vampyros Lesbos, Blood Splattered Bride)Mother of Tears (2007)Dark Glasses (2022)Longlegs (2024)The Substance (2024)Strange Darling (2024)Evil Dead Rise (2023)Heretic (2024)Terrifier 3 (Upcoming)Barbarian (2022)Renfield (2023)Jason X (2001)The Howling II: Your Sister Is a Werewolf (1985)Cannibal Holocaust (1980)Directors & Filmmakers ReferencedTobe HooperAndy WarholPaul MorrisseyHerschell Gordon LewisDario ArgentoBooks & ProjectsDavid's upcoming book on 70s horrorThe Dybbuk (classic Judaic horror)Music ReferencedThe MisfitsBauhaus The DamnedJapanese noise musicPlatforms & NewslettersDavid Katznelson's Substack: The Signal from David KatznelsonFollow David Katznelson at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10775975/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oakiedog/X (Twitter): https://x.com/oakiedogSubstack: https://oakiedog.substack.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-katznelson-3a1601/

Send us a textInside The Industry: The Rise Of Keldamuzik#keldamuzik #hiphop #producer #entrepreneur #diva #tvhost Kelda Williams (Born Kelda Williams; 04, April 1983), also known by his stage name Keldamuzik aka “Diva” is an American artist, singer, songwriter, producer, TV host, writer, actress, and entrepreneur. Born in Bay Area, known for her hit singles “Queen for A Night” and “Thirsty” which are both on her 4th studio album, Diva TV (2010). Has toured internationally with R&B singer Lloyd, Kid Ink, and Jah Cure. Songs from her 4 albums have featured on MTV's “Real World” and Oxygen channel's “Bad Girls Club”. Diva extracts her entrepreneurial skills with Tamz – The World's Flyest Beret. Additionally, asa passionate communicator, Keldamuzik launched her podcast, “Diva Talk Podcast,” on iHeartRadio. Through this platform, she engages with listeners, sharing her insights, experiences, and conversations with industry professionals.Website: https://keldamuzik.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Keldamuzik/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keldamuzik/X: https://x.com/keldamuzik/IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3517616/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6tDmVm6L9o8GRjOvs0oOCEITunes: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/keldamuzik/172405009Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/keldamuzikpresentsThanks for tuning in, please be sure to click that subscribe button and give this a thumbs up!!Email: thevibesbroadcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_to_the_vibes_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevibesbroadcastnetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeuTVRv2/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheVibesBrdcstTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@KoyoteFor all our social media and other links, go to: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastPlease subscribe, like, and share!