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This week, Jamie is joined by the brilliant Rachel Stockdale—an actor, writer, and voice artist based in the North East of England. Earlier this year, Rachel toured the UK with her hit play Fat Chance, and we are thrilled to have her on the show.
We dive into:
What it’s like being a creative in the North East.Leavig teaching to follow a creative path.The barriers facing working-class actors.Why measuring progress as a working actor can feel so tricky.Her play Fat Chance and its powerful message.The undeniable joy of Chicken Parmos.Rachel’s advice for others navigating a creative career—and so much more.Rachel Stockdale:
Rachel's Website: https://www.rachelstockdale.com/
Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelstocky/
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Artwork by Aimee Dinsdale:
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In this week’s episode, Jamie is joined by the wonderful Raisah Ahmed, a Glasgow-based Screenwriter and Director working across Film and TV. Recently named a Screen International 2024 Rising Star, Raisah also serves on the BAFTA Scotland Committee, the Scottish Youth Film Foundation Board, and chairs the Glasgow Film Festival Industry Advisory Group.
We dive into:
Raisah’s journey into writing and directing.Her work within Children’s TV.Tips on navigating development as a Writer.The importance of setting boundaries and maintaining a life outside of work.The joy of telling stories that those before her didn’t get the chance to tell.Her experience in the writers’ room for both series of C4’s hit comedy We Are Lady Parts.The differences between writing and directing.The biggest lessons she’s learned so far in her career, and much more.Raisah Ahmed:
Raisah's Website: https://www.raisahahmed.com/
ScreenDaily Article on Raisah: https://www.screendaily.com/features/rising-stars-scotland-2024-raisah-ahmed-writer/director/5196190.article
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/just-get-a-real-job/id1540434153
Artwork by Aimee Dinsdale:
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In this week's episode, I’m joined by Maybelle Laye a talented Costume Designer with experience in both TV and Theatre. Having transitioned into costume work later in life, Maybelle shared valuable insights and wisdom with me. She recently wrapped work on Talwa’s Play On, which is currently on tour.
We discussed topics like:
Navigating Imposter Syndrome and changing careers later in lifeHow to break into costume design and the differences between working on stage and screenThe powerful connection between clothes and identityWorking on Play On. How culture shapes what we wearThe biggest lessons she’s learned throughout her career—and much moreMaybelle Laye:
Play On @ Tawala: https://www.talawa.com/productions/play-on
Maybelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybeve8/
The Black Costume Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackcostumenetwork/
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/just-get-a-real-job/id1540434153
Artwork by Aimee Dinsdale:
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In this week's episode, I’m joined by Philip Ralph, a multi-award-winning writer for screen and stage. Philip went viral in March for a powerful and well-crafted thread on X (formerly Twitter) in response to the BBC’s axing of the popular soap 'Doctors'. It was a privilege to have him on the show to discuss both his career as a writer and the ongoing crisis facing the TV industry.
We chatted about topics including:
Why the TV and wider screen industry is in crisisWhy "survive to 2025" is a flawed ideaGetting into writing during his time as an understudyThe lack of new voicesThe importance of soapsWriting Verbatim and docudrama writingThe problem with magical thinking in the artsThe biggest lessons he’s learned—and much morePhilip Ralph:
Film and TV Charity: https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/
Philip on X: https://x.com/philipralph9
Philip's Website: https://philipralph.com/
Mark Cousin's Post on X: https://x.com/markcousinsfilm/status/1841871888152232057
'Doctors' Article in The Guardian:
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2024/mar/02/bbc-move-to-axe-doctors-is-disastrous-says-screenwriter
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Artwork by Aimee Dinsdale:
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For our 150th episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by producers Saffia Sage and Bjørn Hanson, live from the HB Film Festival in Paisley.
In this episode, we explore:
What a producer’s role truly involvesVarious routes into producing and working in TV and FilmHow the screen industry can better support mental well-beingWhy Saffia and Bjørn chose to pursue their careers in ScotlandThe biggest lessons they’ve learned so farThe importance of collaboration, and much more 🎧Bjørn’s credits include Float (BBC) and Aninika (UKTV), while Saffia’s credits include Screw (C4) and The Rig (Amazon Prime).
This episode was recorded live on Sunday 6th October 2024 as part of ‘The HB Film Festival’
Saffia Sage & Bjørn Hanson:
Black Camel Pictures: https://blackcamel.co.uk/
'Float' on BBC IPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p09s27fp/float
Saffia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saffiasage/
Saffia on X: https://x.com/SaffiaSage
HB Film Festival: https://www.hbfilmfestival.com/
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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/just-get-a-real-job/id1540434153
Artwork by Aimee Dinsdale:
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We’re back! This week, we’re joined by Gabriella Leonardi, who is currently starring in the brilliant new play “Flock” as “Cel". Gabriella is an accomplished actor, writer, poet, and model, with a really inspiring story.
Gabriella chatted to us about:
Forging your own path in a challenging industryDealing with rejection and setbacksHow self-tapes work. All things Flock. The hidden dangers of working in creative industries.The importance of staying true to yourself. Publishing the art of a damaged soul, and much moreGabriella Leonardi:
"Flock" @ Soho Theatre: https://sohotheatre.com/events/flock/
"The Art of a Damaged Soul" on Paperback: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-art-of-a-damaged-soul/gabriella-leonardi/9781398440982
Barney Songs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhfYkck5lXs
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Join us this week as we sit down with returning guest and friend of the podcast, Kyle Dolan. Currently performing at the Edinburgh Fringe, Kyle is doing two shows including his late-night comedy variety show, *Liars & Clowns*, and his solo show, *No Place Like Home*
Kyle spoke to us about everything from:
- Finding your voice through trial and error
- Returning to the Fringe for the third year in a row
- The cultural differences between Australia and Scotland
- How his shows have evolved over time
- His Australian Mount Rushmore
- What he’s learned most from stand-up & more
Recorded at the Assembly Club Bar.
Kyle Dolan:
'Liars and Clowns: A Late Night Comedy Show': https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/613-liars-and-clowns-a-late-night-comedy-show
'No Place Like Home': https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/kyle-dolan-no-place-like-home
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This week, we are joined by the wonderful Kelsey Sullivan, who is about to take her new show ‘Worm Teeth’ to the Edinburgh Fringe starting Monday, August 19th.
In our conversation, we covered a wide range of topics, including:
Moving to a new country as a creativeThe cultural differences between the US and the UKRediscovering and building a new creative communityThe journey of bringing Worm Teeth to lifeRealizing we have more agency over our lives than we often believeMental health, and much more.Kelsey Sullivan:
'Worm Teeth' @ The Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/worm-teeth
SMAK Productions on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smak_productions/
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In this week’s bonus episode we are joined by Zoë Bullock and Louise Oliver who are currently performing their show Gracie and the Start of the End of the World (Again) at the Assembly Roxy Outside.
They chatted to us about everything from:
What makes a good collaboration.How there show came about. Their earliest creative influences. Jelly Fish Facts.Mental health and much more.Links:
Gracie and the Start of the end of the world tickets: https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/592-gracie-and-the-start-of-the-end-of-the-world-again
Persistent and Nasty:
https://www.persistentandnasty.co.uk
Bar Italia Films:
https://www.mslouiseoliver.com
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🎙️ New Episode: Behind-the-Scenes at the Edinburgh Fringe! 🎙️
Join us this week as we sit down with award-winning writer and performer Tom Greaves. Tom is currently performing his show "Fudgy" at the Assembly Roxy, and we caught up with him in the vibrant Assembly Gardens.
In this episode Tom chatted to us about:
The inspiration behind "Fudgy"His training at École Philippe GaulierHis early career as an actor and "Ad Dad"The complexities of boarding schoolHis mental health journey and self-discovery through artLiving and creating with ADHDWhy so many people are currently seeking community & connection and much more.Tom Greaves:
'FUDGEY' @ The Edinburgh Fringe Tickets: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tom-greaves-fudgey
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In Episode 144, we are joined by the hilarious Simon Hennessy, a comedian and content creator. Having created iconic viral characters like Remy and Adam from Bumble, Simon has become an internet sensation and is about to take his show, ‘Notice Box,’ to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Simon shared his insights on:
- How he got into creating comedy characters online.
- His upcoming show ‘Notice Box’.
- The day-to-day life of being an internet comedian.
- What it’s like performing for real audiences.
- Who’d be on his Irish Mount Rushmore.
- JFK.
- Why hot people are ruining it for the rest of us, and much more.
Simon Hennessy:
'Notice Box' @ The Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/notice-box
Simon on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simonhennescenes?lang=en
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This week, we are joined by Lotte Pearl (Actor & Musician), who is about to debut their new show, 'The Emu War: A New Musical,' at the Edinburgh Fringe.
We chatted about everything from:
- The process of composing a new musical.
- How to take a show to the Edinburgh Fringe.
- Dealing with setbacks.
- Lotte’s journey into acting and songwriting.
- Being a student in the current creative climate.
- Lotte’s advice for others, and much more.
Lotte Pearl:
Lotte's Website: https://www.lottepearl.com/
Tickets for 'The Emu War: A New Musical @ Pleasance Two, Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/emu-war-a-new-musical
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In Episode 142, we are joined by Tony Voller (writer) and returning guest Craig Barclay (actor), who are both preparing to take their show "Addict" to the Edinburgh Fringe next month.
They spoke to us about:
How they met and how their show "Addict" came to be.The moment Tony left a 30-year corporate career to pursue writing.How Craig felt making his TV debut on BBC's "Shetland".Social media and why it’s an exciting subject to explore on stage.Their advice for others, and much more.Craig Barclay & Tony Voller:
Addict @ The Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/addict
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In Episode 141, we are joined by vastly experienced editor and director Vito Milazzo. Vito’s recent directing work includes ‘Playing The Game’ (BBC), and he’s edited a wide range of shows, including ‘Frankie Boyle’s New World Order,’ ‘Celebs Go Dating,’ and ‘Short Stuff.’
Vito chatted with us about everything from:
What caused the crisis in TV and Film.His pathway to becoming an editor and director.The moment an inspiring teacher changed his life.How we can create positive change in a struggling industry.His advice for others and much more.Vito Milazzo:
The TV Watercooler: https://tvwatercooler.org/
The TV Mindset on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_tv_mindset/
BECTU: https://bectu.org.uk/
Vito on TOVs: https://tovs.co.uk/personnel/vito-milazzo/
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In Episode 140, we are joined by the talented up-and-coming writer Katie Sayer, whose writing credits for TV and radio include The Skewer, Dead Ringers, The Now Show, The Naked Week, and One Person Found This Helpful. Katie is about to take her new play, Love’s a Beach, to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Katie chatted with us about everything from:
Writing for TV and radio.Her biggest influences.How Love’s a Beach came about and what people can expect from it.Her pathway into writing.How she looks after her mental health.What it’s like writing for a variety of different mediums and more.Katie Sayer
'Love's a Beach' @ Pleasance Theatre: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/loves-beach
Katie's Website: https://katiesayer.co.uk/
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In Episode 139, Jamie is joined for a fascinating chat by Actor and Singer Jake Roche, formerly of the chart-topping band ‘Rixton’. Jake is about to take his debut show ‘Neporrhoids’ to the Edinburgh Fringe, which looks to delve into the ‘meteoric rise and devastating fall’ of his time in music.
He talks to us about everything from:
How ‘Neporrhoids’ came about and what people can expect from it.The realities of fame.What he learned from his time in bands ‘Rixton’ and ‘Push Baby’.Finding purpose in what you do.How he feels about the term ‘Nepo Baby’.The current state of the music industry.Putting your mental health first and much, much more.Jake Roche:
Jake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeroche/
'Neporroids': https://www.neporrhoids.com/
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In Episode 138 Jamie is joined by acclaimed Irish actor Jessica Regan for a fascinating chat. Having been in a number of series & national theatre shows including Doctors, Nowhere Fast, Eastenders & Peep show Jessica is taking her debut show "16 Postcodes" to the Edinburgh Fringe. We chatted about everything from:
• Forging a career in acting. • How to be a good public speaker. • Irish identity. • Building resilience in a tough industry.
• Taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe.• Her advice for upcoming actors & more.
Jessica Reegan
'16 Postcodes' @ Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/16-postcodes
'Big Speeches': https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/16-postcodes
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In Episode 137, Jamie is joined by Theatre Maker Jack Bentinck. Jack has been part of "Temper Theatre" for the last decade and, after a successful Edinburgh Fringe run, is currently on tour with their latest show, "Home," in China.
We spoke about everything from:
How Temper Theatre startedWhat he’s learned from a decade of theatre-makingNational identityTouring theatre internationallyThe ups and downs of a creative career, and much moreJack Bentink:
Temper Theatre: https://www.tempertheatre.co.uk/
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We're back! In Episode 136, Jamie catches up with Filmmaker, Editor, and Content Creator Ashley Dick. Ashley recently launched her new YouTube channel, 'Cinora', and it was great to hear about what she has been up to since the last time she was on the podcast last year.
We chatted about everything from:
■ The reality of being a Content Creator
■ Building an audience on YouTube.
■ Why soft skills are so helpful in a creative career
■ Embracing mistakes
■ Synesthesia and Neurodivergence.
■ Launching Cinora and much more
Ashley Dick:
Screen Scotland: https://www.screen.scot/about
'Cinora' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cinorafilms/videos
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In Episode 135, Jamie is joined by Niamh McKeown, the director of the new comedy series 'Dinosaur', which is currently streaming on BBC iPlayer and Hulu. Niamh has also written and directed several shorts and comedy pilots.
Niamh shared her insights on:
Her pathway to becoming a Freelance Director & Writer.Directing 'Dinosaur' & the creative process behind it.The intricacies of directing a comedy series. The importance of fostering a positive culture on set.Portraying a contemporary Scotland on-screen.Her valuable advice for aspiring directors & much more.Niamh McKeown:
Dinosaur on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001ybcl
Niamh's Website: https://niamhmck.com/about
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