Just Get A Real Job

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: Niamh McKeown: Dinosaur on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001ybcl Niamh's Website: https://niamhmck.com/about Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In episode 134 Jamie sits down with Script Editor & Musician Adair Murray for a fascinating chat about his varied career to date. Adair spoke to us about everything from: Adair’s new single ‘No Shame’ is out now! Adair Murray: adairmusic | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 133, Jamie is joined by Spoken Word Artist and Theatre Maker Henry Madd, who’s currently on tour with his critically acclaimed show ‘The Land of Lost Content’. Henry was the writer-in-residence for Pentabus Theatre Company in 2023 and his work aims to champion rural voices and small-town stories. Henry spoke to us about everything from: Henry Madd: Henry's Website: https://www.henrymadd.com/ 'The Booze Blues' (Apples and Snakes: Blackbox) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLXRo3XzOLk&t=89s&ab_channel=ApplesandSnakes Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 132, Jamie sits down with talented Writer and Performer Josie White, whose darkly comical play ‘Rotten’ is on tour now. Josie spoke to us about everything from: Josie White: 'Rotten' on Team Angelica: https://www.teamangelica.com/post/rotten-josie-white Josie on Jerwood Arts: https://jerwoodarts.org/artist/josie-white/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

This week on the podcast, Jamie is joined by brothers John and Matt Reynolds, who are two of the co-founders of the popular ‘Some Guys With A Camera’. They chatted to us about everything from: John & Matt Reynolds: Birchall's Pints on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grand-Theft-Barnyard/dp/B0CJVQW5NM/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ln1jgwOzM0xORrusIIIvmg.DuIgPAx0Dd_i_H2g6sWSY1_NY9xzpkZgnpGYMa4MPDc&dib_tag=se&keywords=Birchall%E2%80%99s+Pints&qid=1710877807&s=instant-video&sr=1-1 Some Guys with a Camera on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/someguyswithacamera/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 130, Jamie sits down with guitarist and lead vocalist of 'The Rah's' Jack McLeod, who are set to launch their 2nd album 'The Common Ground' on 12th April. Originating from Prestonpans, a small seaside town on the outskirts of Edinburgh, The Rah's formed in 2009 and released their debut album 'When Does This Become Real' in 2021. Jack spoke to us about everything from: Whether you're a fan of The Rah's or simply curious about the music industry from an independent artist's perspective, this episode promises an engaging exploration of music, creativity, and the journey of a band carving their path in the industry. Hope you enjoy! The Rah's: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRahsMusic X: https://twitter.com/therahsmusic Tour Dates: https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/the-rahs Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 129, Jamie is joined by Actor & Writer Sarah Cameron-West, who after a successful Edinburgh Fringe run last year is about to perform her one-woman show 'KAREN' at the Other Palace Theatre in London later this month. Sarah spoke to us about everything from: We hope you have a great week and enjoy! Sarah Cameron-West: Any Second Now Productions: https://www.anysecondnowproductions.com/about-3 'KAREN' @ The Other Palace Theatre (London): https://theotherpalace.co.uk/karen/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 128, we are thrilled to be joined by Puppeteer and Actor Dave Chapman, whose credits include everything from ‘Stars Wars’, ‘The Muppets: Treasure Island’, ‘Prometheus’, ‘The Dark Crystal’ and a whole range of CBBC shows. Jamie chatted to Dave about everything from This episode is packed with insights from Dave as well as some wonderful stories from his incredibly accomplished career. We hope you enjoy it! Dave Chapman: Dave on 'Dick and Dom in Da Bungalow' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbcQ0yAYHYI&ab_channel=CJFS Dave on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2237150/ 'Saturday Mashup' on CBBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/shows/saturday-mash-up BB8 - Dave Chapman & Brian Herring on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Cfa-PNsT-o&ab_channel=DragonConTV Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ X: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Part 2 of our conversation with rising stars Oz Arshad and Marcus Anthony Thomas from the 'Directors Take' Podcast, Jamie chatted to them about everything from some of the specific skills that have helped them as directors, their relationship with writing, some of the entry points for directors, what the industry can improve on for upcoming directors, the day to day of it all, mental wellbeing & much more. Oz Arshad & Marcus Anthony Thomas: 'Directors Take' Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-directors-take-podcast/id1675686801 'The Retreat' on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/735389886?share=copy 'CUR:FEW': https://ozarshad.com/portfolio/curfew-2018 Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 126, Jamie is joined by rising stars Oz Arshad and Marcus Anthony Thomas from the 'Directors Take' Podcast. In this first part of a two-part interview, we chatted about everything from their first steps into directing, their earliest influences, the role of a director, transferable skills, starting the 'Directors Take' Podcast & much more. Part 2 will be out next week. Oz Arshad & Marcus Anthony Thomas: 'Directors Take' Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-directors-take-podcast/id1675686801 'The Retreat' on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/735389886?share=copy 'CUR:FEW': https://ozarshad.com/portfolio/curfew-2018 Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

For the first episode of 2024, Jamie is joined by award-winning Composer & Sound Designer Nicola T. Chang. Working across stage, screen and dance in many roles Nicola has had an interesting and varied career path so far. We chatted about everything from how growing up in Hong Kong has influenced her as a creative, sound design, juggling different skills, the importance of representation across the industry, being a freelancer, being part of ‘Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World’ which is on tour now and much much more. Nicola T. Chang: Nicola's Website: https://www.nicolatchang.com/ Doctors Without Borders (Médicins Sans Frontières): https://msf.org.uk/msf-surgery-response?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA2eKtBhDcARIsAEGTG40axed4YjTfzRtRmxim7AbWtacOFi8OosIlWOuGBvRa6dNFM_C_siYaAn-rEALw_wcB Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

For this year's Christmas and New Year Special, Jamie is joined once again for a record-breaking 4th time by Brownbear's Matt Hickman and the wonderful Kate Hammer for her hattrick appearance of the year. Discussion involving looking back on 2023 and talking about everything from Matt’s incredible new album 'Demons', Kate getting a visa, Christmas traditions, the struggles to switch off creativity, cultural highlights of the year, what the creative sectors can improve on, another incredible Brownbear origin story and much much more. Thank you again to all you listeners for your support again this year. We’re incredibly grateful and we hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year when it comes! Links: Brownbear — Assai Records Working Differently | Screen Scotland Kate Hammer (@katethehammer) • Instagram photos and videos brownbear | Instagram | Linktree https://www.social-bite.co.uk/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 123, Jamie is joined by Journalist and Disability Campaigner Michael McEwan, who chatted to us about everything from his career as a journalist so far, his new documentary for BBC Radio Scotland ‘Disability with Attitude’, the barriers facing disabled people in the creative industries, his advice for other journalists, his role models, overcoming setbacks and much more. Michael McEwan: 'Disability with Attitude' on BBC Radio Scotland: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001t24b 'Paralympians: The Pride of Scotland' on BBC Radio Scotland: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000yvwp Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 122, Jamie is joined by West End stars Tanisha Spring and Dom Simpson who are currently starring as Christian and Satine in 'Moulin Rouge'. They chatted to us about everything from their first steps into performing, dealing with setbacks, performing in 'Mouline Rouge! The Musical', making time for other passions, what the creative sector can learn from elite sports, their day-to-day schedules as performers, their advice for others and much more. Tanisha Spring and Dom Simpson: Tanisha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanishalspring/ Dom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_domsimpson_/ 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical': https://moulinrougemusical.co.uk/cast/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 121, Jamie sits down with Niki McCretton, Artistic Director of "Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company". Niki has been producing theatre for over 30 years, with a strong reputation for contemporary, artistic children’s theatre and she has had a broad-ranging and inspiring career to date. Niki chats with us about everything from creating children-led theatre, learning to let yourself off the hook, buying her local theatre, the incredible life lessons she has learned from working with children, her day-to-day role as an Artistic Director, her advice for others, and much more. Niki McCretton: 'Stuff and Nonsense' Theatre Company: https://aloadofstuffandnonsense.co.uk/ Tour Dates: https://aloadofstuffandnonsense.co.uk/see-stuff/tour-dates/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 120, Jamie sits down with author, actor, and producer Craig Andrew Mooney. Craig shared his insights into everything from his recently published novel ‘The Rebel of Time,’ and how he juggles multiple creative roles. He also delved into his pragmatic approach with his career so far and his involvement as part of the team behind the recent feature film ‘The Difference Between Us.’ Craig also reflected on his earlier influences, offers advice for others and much more. Craig Andrew Mooney: Link to Craig's Work on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/craigandrewmooney Craig on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigandrewmooney/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 119, Jamie has an incredible chat with J Spooner who is a Core Artist and the Chief Executive of 'Unlimited Theatre'. J chatted to us about everything from their 27 years of starting and running a highly successful theatre company, creating a lasting legacy for the next generation of theatre makers, what they learned over the course of their career, getting shot at in the jungles of Papua New Guinea, directing the CBeebies Christmas show, leaving the creative industries, combining art with other sectors and much much more. J Spooner: Unlimited Theatre Website: https://unlimited.earth/team/jon-spooner/ J Spooner on 'X' (Twitter): https://twitter.com/snoopfish?lang=en Unawards: https://unlimited.earth/unawards/ Resources: https://unlimited.earth/resources/ Médecins San Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) Crisis Appeal: https://www.msf.org/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In the second part of this special live episode, Jamie is joined at the HB Film Festival by Sarah Grant, Sonja Blietscau and Ashley Dick. They discussed everything from non-linear career paths, how to be a freelancer, the financial pressures of being a creative, their day-to-day roles, diversifying your craft, some audience Q and A’s and more. Sarah is a Filmmaker, Writer and poet, Sonja is a Stills Photographer and Ashley is an Animator, Editor and Filmmaker. This episode was recorded on Sunday the 8th of October at the HB Film Festival. Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In the first part of this special live episode Jamie is joined at the HB Film Festival by Sarah Grant, Sonja Blietscau and Ashley Dick. They discussed everything from their earliest creative influences, how where they are from has shaped their work, identity, filmmaking and much more. Sarah is a filmmaker, Writer & Poet, Sonja is a Stills Photographer and Ashley is an Animator, Editor and Filmmaker. This episode was recorded on Sunday the 8th of October at the HB Film Festival. Sonjas photo business: https://sonjab-photography.com/ Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob

In Episode 116, Jamie is joined by Physical Theatre Maker & Performer Ruxandra Cantir for a fascinating chat about everything from growing up in Moldova, her new show ‘Picked Republic’, making a living in theatre, surrealism, moving and becoming part of the Scottish creative scene, her biggest influences and much more. Ruxy Cantir: 'Pickled Republic' on Scissor Kick: https://scissorkick.co.uk/projects/pickled-republic 'Pickled Republic' on Ruxy's Website: https://www.ruxandracantir.com/pickled-republic 'Your body language may shape who you are | Amy Cuddy' TED Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc&ab_channel=TED Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com Donate to our Patreon page ☺️: www.patreon.com/justgetarealjob Follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgetarealjob/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justgetarealjob