Best Chris Mchale Podcasts (2025)

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The Sonic Humanist 24:28

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15h ago24:28

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What does music reveal about our humanity in an age where machines can sing? Chris McHale, composer and Studio GGG founder, unveils his life's work: The Sonic Humanist Project—a four-part creative odyssey exploring sound's power to shape identity, heal divisions, and unite us. The project begins with "Sound Strategies," McHale's field guide to vibr…

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Maria Elisa Camargo + Jocelyn Hudon + The Rasmus' Lauri Ylönen + Jessica Green + Joel Miller 57:42

3d ago57:42

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "Off The Grid" star Maria Elisa Camargo, "Chicago Fire" star Jocelyn Hudon, The Rasmus frontman Lauri Ylönen, "The Librarians: The Next Chapter" star Jessica Green, author/podcaster Joel Miller. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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Nicole Curtis + Sophia Bush + Chris Carmack + Diamond Head's Brian Tatler + Jackie Tohn + Sarah Podemski + Jeff Fisher 57:07

11d ago57:07

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with HGTV star Nicole Curtis, "Grey's Anatomy" stars Sophia Bush and Chris Carmack, Diamond Head's Brian Tatler, "The Floaters" stars Jackie Tohn and Sarah Podemski, and director Jeff Fisher. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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Natasha Henstridge + Alanna De La Rossa + Matter Of Time Filmmakers + Tommy Emmanuel + Producers Of "The Buccaneers" 57:28

14d ago57:28

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Natasha Henstridge, actress/singer Alanna De La Rossa, "Matter Of Time" filmmakers Matt Finlin and Karen Barzilay, guitar great Tommy Emmanuel, and producers of the Apple TV+ series "The Buccaneers" (Katherine Jakeways, Beth Willis, Joe Innes). Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Tim Heidecker + Lukas Hassel + Lisa Belcher + Marko Zaror. + Fishbone's Spacey T + Producers Of "The Sixth Borough" 57:31

21d ago57:31

57:31

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actor/comedian/musician Tim Heidecker, actor/writer Lukas Belcher, actress/director/producer Lisa Belcher, actor/writer Marko Zaror, Fishbone guitarist "Spacey T" Tracey Singleton and Jason Pollard, Andrew Theodorakis and Julian Petty of the Tribeca-selected film "The Sixth Borough." Theme song by Steve Sc…

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Jearnest Corchado + Dean Devlin + Lauren Meyering + Amie Mackenzie + Manflesh's Richard Grant 57:54

25d ago57:54

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress/singer Jearnest Corchado, director and showrunner Dean Devlin, director Lauren Meyering, actress Amie Mackenzie, and Manflesh singer/guitarist Richard Grant. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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Thin Lizzy's Scott Gorham + Eloise Lovell Anderson + Ernesto Dìaz Espinoza + Cast And Crew Of "Alma And The Wolf" + "It's All Gonna Break" 58:01

1M ago58:01

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Thin Lizzy's Scott Gorham, actress Eloise Lovell Anderson, director Ernesto Dìaz Espinoza, and cast and crew from "Alma And The Wolf" (Ethan Embry, Li Jun Li, Michael Patrick Jann) and "It's All Gonna Break" (Broken Social Scene's Charles Spearin and director Stephen Chung). Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Fun Lovin' Criminals + Stars Of "Paradise Records" + Hot Milk 56:37

1M ago56:37

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with the Fun Lovin' Criminals, stars of the new film "Paradise Records" (Tramayne Hudson, Reed Northrup, Mary Elizabeth Kelly), and Hot Milk co-founders Han Mee and Jim Shaw. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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Mel Rodriguez + Shelea + Cast Of "Things Like This" + Duncan Thum 1:00:23

2M ago1:00:23

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actor Mel Rodriguez, singer Sheléa, "Things Like This" stars Max Talisman and Joey Pollari and "Chef's Table" composer Duncan Thum. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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Robert Schwartzman + The Zombies' Soren Koch + Grace Caroline Currey + Adam Woodward + Greg Warren 56:57

2M ago56:57

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with musician/director Robert Schwartzman, The Zombies' Soren Koch, actress Grace Caroline Currey, actor Adam Woodward, and comedian Greg Warren. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.

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3 Artists vs AI 9:44

2M ago9:44

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What happens when the algorithms come for our art? As AI promises to dominate the world by 2027, we're left wondering what remains uniquely human in our creative landscape. The answer lies not in what we create, but why we create it, and who we become through the process. This episode dives into three essential sparks of humanity that AI can never …

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Breaking Benjamin's Keith Wallen + Maria Camila Giraldo + Page Kennedy + Buckcherry's Josh Todd 59:01

2M ago59:01

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Breaking Benjamin's Keith Wallen, actress/entrepreneur Maria Camila Giraldo, actor/rapper Page Kennedy, and Buckcherry's Josh Todd. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz / Paltroicast

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Ed McCaffrey + Peter Holsapple + Jamie Chung + Michael Landon Jr. + Trent Garrett 56:35

2M ago56:35

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with NFL great and entrepreneur Ed McCaffrey, dBs co-founder Peter Holsapple, actress Jamie Chung, writer/director Michael Landon Jr., and actor Trent Garrett. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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The Infinite Diamond. Baseball By Ear. 4:09

2M ago4:09

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What if the most vivid way to experience America's pastime isn't through your eyes, but through your ears? Baseball transcends the boundaries of visual media in a way no other sport can match. When the crack of the bat echoes through radio waves, something magical happens – the game transforms into pure theater of the mind. Your imagination paints …

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Producers of #1 Happy Family USA + Pat Boone + Producers of Group Therapy + Bernard Purdie 56:06

2M ago56:06

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "#1 Happy Family USA" producers Pam Brady (also of "South Park") and Mona Chalabi, legendary singer Pat Boone, "Group Therapy" producers Neil Berkeley and Luke Kelly-Clyne, and influential drummer Bernard Purdie. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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James Bamford + Stan Lynch + Nathaniel Paul + Ellis Mano Band 58:15

3M ago58:15

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with director James Bamford, founding Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers drummer Stan Lynch (new band The Speaker Wars), singer/songwriter Nathaniel Paul and members of the Ellis Mano Band. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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The Pilgrimage of Sight: Jon Ortner and the Sacred Art of Seeing 20:42

3M ago20:42

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What pulls someone towards art? It's rarely a straight line. It begins with a flicker, a strange obsession, a moment that seizes you and doesn't let go. Photographer John Ortner's creative journey began with a casual suggestion from a hippie on a houseboat in Kashmir: "There's this cave not too far from here where holy men go." Without preparation,…

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London Hughes + Jim Vallance + Raashi Kulkarni + The Hotel At Arundel Preserve 56:21

3M ago56:21

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with comedian London Hughes, legendary songwriter Jim Vallance, composer Raashi Kulkarni and April Richmond of The Hotel at Arundel Preserve. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Katherine McNamara + James Urbaniak + Steve Coogan + Cast Of "Godfather Of Harlem" + The Queen Mary 58:03

3M ago58:03

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress/producer Katherine McNamara, actor James Urbaniak, actor Steve Coogan, director Peter Cattaneo, cast and crew from MGM+ series "Godfather Of Harlem," and the Managing Director of The Queen Mary. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. Some of these interviews were taped aboard The Queen Mary in Long Beach, Ca…

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Kat Graham + Peter Segal + Mark Christopher Lawrence + Brett Gelman + Ashley Benson + Taylor Gray + Rusty Harmon 57:46

3M ago57:46

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress/singer Kat Graham, director Peter Segal, actor/comedian Mark Christopher Lawrence, McVeigh" stars Brett Gelman and Ashley Benson, "Star Wars Rebels" star Taylor Gray, and music industry executive Rusty Harmon. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Deep Purple's Don Airey + Russ Ballard + Swen Temmel + Sailor Moon + Triumph's Rik Emmett 57:26

4M ago57:26

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Deep Purple keyboardist Don Airey, legendary songwriter Russ Ballard, actor Swen Temmel, cast and crew from the new "Sailor Moon" touring show, and Triumph co-founder Rik Emmett. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Are artists time travelers? Creativity Jijiji interviews Suzanne Clores 26:35

4M ago26:35

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What if genius isn't talent at all, but a glitch in time? A portal opening to futures not yet arrived? Throughout history, extraordinary artists and thinkers have described their creative process not as invention but as transmission – receiving fully-formed visions, melodies, equations and ideas from somewhere beyond themselves. William Blake claim…

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Shea Fisher + Bobby Rush + Luise Grossman + Russ Taff 58:30

4M ago58:30

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with singer/entrepreneur Shea Fisher, Blues Hall of Fame singer Bobby Rush, actress Luise Grossman, and music great Russ Taff. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Damon Sumner + The Bloody Beetroots + Adele 'Supreme' Williams + Paul Leonard-Morgan 58:23

4M ago58:23

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with comedian Damon Sumner, The Bloody Beetroots' Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo, Adult Swim showrunner Adele "Supreme" Williams, and award-winning composer Paul Leonard-Morgan. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Foil Arms And Hog + Epica + Steve Maclin + Joanna Cassidy 56:58

4M ago56:58

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with 2/3 of Irish comedy group Foil Arms & Hog, Epica singer Simone Simons, TNA Wrestling star Steve Maclin, and actress Joanna Cassidy. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Robbie Amell + Cast Of "Racewalkers" + America + Tristyn & Kamohai Kalama + Farnoosh Torabi + Dave Coutts + Mark Dunn 56:42

5M ago56:42

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Robbie Amell and the directors of "Racewalkers," Phil Moniz and Kevin Claydon, America co-founders Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell, HGTV stars Tristyn and Kamohai Kalama, former CNBC host Farnoosh Torabi, and musicians Dave Coutts and Mark Dunn. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites + The Stylistics' Herb Murrell + Laura Vale + Rich Ronat + Woody Bess + Trey Holland 57:51

5M ago57:51

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites, The Stylistics' Herb Murrell, "Culprit" actress/producer Laura Vale and writer/director Rich Ronat and "Portal To Hell" director Woody Bess and actor/producer Trey Holland. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Lost Temples & the High Himalaya: Jon Ortner's Epic Quest for the Sacred 31:24

5M ago31:24

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Join us as visionary traveler, author, and photographer Jon Ortner talks about his extraordinary adventures across some of the world's most sacred landscapes. From the mystical realms of India's Amarnath Caves to the breathtaking heights of the Himalaya, Jon's passion for understanding and capturing the spiritual essence of ancient religions become…

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This One Word Will Transform Your Writing Forever 10:38

5M ago10:38

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This episode uncovers the vital role of the word "because" in storytelling and creativity. It highlights how this seemingly simple word enhances narrative flow, connects characters to their choices, and serves as a persuasive tool in communication. • Exploring the significance of the word “because” • How “because” links actions and meaning in story…

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Frankie Muniz + Robert Rippberger + Dave Coutts + Jon Seda + Adam W + 'Rez Comedy' 1:00:06

5M ago1:00:06

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actor Frankie Muniz, director/writer Robert Rippberger, musician Dave Coutts, actor Jon Seda, comedian and TikTok star Adam W, and "Rez Comedy" directors Quentin Lee and Keith Nahanee. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Kristopher Eng on Adaptive Music and Gaming Narratives 28:12

5M ago28:12

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kristopher Eng, a founder and composer at House of Elias, as he shares his journey and insights on adaptive music in video games and beyond. Kristopher's pioneering work in adaptive music for video games is not just about sound; it's about transforming the gaming experience into something engaging and auth…

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Gino Vannelli + Tommy Davidson + NEEDTOBREATHE's Bear Rinehart + Stars Of "The Devil And The Daylong Brothers" + Joanne Bird 58:48

5M ago58:48

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with award-winning singer and songwriter Gino Vannelli, comedian, actor, singer and author Tommy Davidson, NEEDTOBREATHE's Bear Rinehart, "The Devil And The Daylong Brothers" stars Brendan Bradley, Nican Robinson and Jordon Bolden, and singer Joanne Bird. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Dermot Mulroney + Stars of "Berlin ER" + Conquer Divide + Jackson Rathbone + Samuel Jefferson + HAYLA 58:48

6M ago58:48

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actor Dermot Mulroney, "Berlin ER" stars Haley Louise Jones and Slavko Popadic, members of the band Conquer Divide, actor/musician Jackson Rathbone, "Berlin ER" co-creator Samuel Jefferson, and singer/songwriter HAYLA. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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EIVOR + Sylvaine + Alwyn Morrison + Raven's John Gallagher + cka FLAX + The Revivalists' Zack Feinberg 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Eivør, Sylvaine, Alwyn Morrison, Raven's John Gallagher, cka FLAX and The Revivalists' Zack Feinberg. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Robert Palmer Watkins + Adam Woodward + Lumi Pollack + Emilie Dequenne + Charlie Diamond 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actors Robert Palmer Watkins and Adam Woodward, actresses Lumi Pollack and Émilie Dequenne, and musicians Charlie Diamond. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Rival Sons + Brian Myers + Kitt Wakeley + Director Jeff Finn 59:23

6M ago59:23

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Rival Songs frontman Jay Buchanan, TNA Wrestling star Brian Myers (former WWE Superstar Curt Hawkins), GRAMMY-winning producer and composer Kitt Wakeley and "Before The End: Searching For Jim Morrison" director Jeff Finn. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Cast Of "Anxiety Club" + Andrea Laing + Corteon Moore + Cast Of "Mr. Santa" + Robby Johnson + Steve Barton 1:00:21

7M ago1:00:21

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast from "Anxiety Club," "Yule Log 2" star Andrea Laing, "From" star Corteon Moore, stars of "Mr. Santa," singer/songwriter Robby Johnson, and film producer Steve Barton. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Cast of "Swept Away" + Echos + Boys And Girls Clubs + Alix Villaret + Cast of "Nochebuena" + Vera Drew 59:53

7M ago59:53

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast members from Broadway favorite "Swept Away," musician Echos, Chrissy Chen from Boys And Girls Clubs, actress Alix Villaret, cast and crew from the film "Nochebuena," and writer/director Vera Drew. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Theatre as Sanctuary: Peter Green on Connection and Empathy 27:00

7M ago27:00

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Peter Green's journey is inspiring. He reveals the profound impact that the performing arts can have on individuals and communities alike. His story is a testament to the power of art in building connections and fostering a sense of belonging. Join us as Peter shares how his initial desire for validation evolved into a deeper pursuit of communion w…

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Lesley Nicol + Andrew Reich + Cast Of "Trailer Park Boys" + Michael Maliakel + Director of "Yacht Rock" + Producers of Billy Preston Documentary 59:39

7M ago59:39

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "Downton Abbey" star Lesley Nicol, "Friends" Executive Producer Andrew Reich, stars of legendary comedy series "Trailer Park Boys," Broadway star Michael Maliakel, "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary" director Garret Price, and "Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It" producers Stephanie Allain and Jeanne El…

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Hootie And The Blowfish's Jim "Soni" Sonefeld + Nomadica Wines Founder Kristin Olszewski + Kelsy Karter + Shinedown's Eric Bass 1:00:56

8M ago1:00:56

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Hootie And The Blowfish's Jim "Soni" Sonefeld, Nomadica Wines founder Kristin Olszewski, singer Kelsy Karter and Shinedown's Eric Bass. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Shaping Tomorrow’s Creativity: Insights from Game Maker Ric Neil 47:28

8M ago47:28

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Discover the future of creativity in the video game industry with insights from Ric Neil, the innovative founder of Noctua Interactive. Ric's extensive journey through giants like Electronic Arts and Amazon Video Game Studios sets the stage for an engaging discussion on how emerging technologies revolutionize game development. Explore how these adv…

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Elizabeth Saunders + Brande Roderick + DJ Skee + Greywind + Huntley 59:26

8M ago59:26

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with "From" star Elizabeth Saunders, actress/director Brande Roderick, DJ Skee, the band Greywind and "The Voice" winner Huntley. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Sydney Scotia + Pegah Ghafoori + Cast Of Okie + Tetona Jackson + Chef Todd English + Sam Graham-Felsen 59:28

8M ago59:28

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Sydney Scotia, "From" star Pegah Ghafoori, and cast and crew from the film "Okie" (Kevin Bigley, Kate Cobb, Scott Michael Foster), actress Tetona Jackson, Chef Todd English, and the Newark Public Library's Sam Graham-Felsen. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Tradition Meets Technology in Lance Massey's Musical Odyssey 46:00

8M ago46:00

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Renowned sound designer and composer Lance Massey's journey from Manchester, Tennessee, to the vibrant soundscape of New York City is nothing short of extraordinary. This episode of Creativity Jijiji gets into the serendipitous twists that led Lance to become a key figure in the dynamic NYC commercial music scene. From his unexpected acceptance to …

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The Secrets of Voiceover with Casting Director Dane Gorman 49:56

9M ago49:56

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Join us as we unlock the secrets of voice casting with Dane Gorman, a top-tier casting director and founder of Speaks Casting. Discover the often-overlooked magic that casting breathes into audio dramas, transforming mere scripts into award-winning productions. Together, Dane and I share our journeys and lessons from our collaboration on "Song in S…

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Members Of Arcade Fire + Sabaton's Hannes Van Dahl + Leo Simon + JB Smoove + Jennie Pu + Ross Hart 59:24

9M ago59:24

59:24

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with musicians Richard Reed Parry and Sarah Neufeld of The Arcade Fire, Rebecca Foon of Saltland, Sabaton drummer Hannes Van Dahl, actor Leo Simon, actor/comedian/host J.B. Smoove, Hoboken Public Library Director Jennie Pu, and Canadian Wrestling Hall Of Famer Ross Hart. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.…

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Cast Of "Bad Genius" + Cast Of "Where's Wanda" + Director Jed I. Rosenberg + PsiRyn + "Roller Jam" Cast + Moe Jeudy-Lamour 59:21

9M ago59:21

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This "Paltrocast" features interviews with cast and crew of "Bad Genius" (Benedict Wong, Callina Liang, J.C. Lee), cast from "Where's Wanda?" (Axel Stein, Lea Drinda, Heike Makatsch), director Jed I. Rosenberg, the group PsiRyn, "Roller Jam" host Jordin Sparks and judges Johnny Weir and Terrell Ferguson, and "Ted Lasso" star Moe Jeudy-Lamour. Theme…

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Kenny Wayne Shepherd + Sienna Guillory + Rhona Mitra + Stars Of "Notice To Quit" 58:11

9M ago58:11

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This "Paltrocast" features "Notice To Quit" director/writer Simon Hacker and stars Michael Zegen and Kasey Bella Suarez, actress Rhona Mitra, guitar great Kenny Wayne Shepherd and actress Sienna Guillory. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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5 Tips for Turning Creative Rejection into Resilience 19:52

9M ago19:52

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Sitting at my kitchen table, anxiously scanning emails for that one response that could change everything, I found myself on a journey all too familiar to creatives—waiting for validation, fearing rejection. Join Air Jijiji and me, Chris Mchale, as we share this rollercoaster of emotions and lay out five strategies to help artists like you navigate…