Makers of the Universe Makers of the Universe, the creativity podcast

Join Dan Boyles and I as we discuss the magic act that got him thrown off TV, and some of the secrets behind crafting magic. Dan is an entertainer and magic consultant, and he shares a revealing insight into his creative process, and what makes for a good trickery. You can even find out how Dan manages tricky audiences, as he shares some of the secrets of working a room. Dan talks about joining the Magic Circle, and hear what he has to say about Penn & Teller, Derren Brown, Dyna...

Vince Kadlubek is the Founder of Meow Wolf, an art collective who specialise in the world of immersive experiences. Best known for The House of Eternal Return in Santa Fe, New Mexico, a down-the-rabbit-hole experience into a psychedelic art experience.Vince takes us into his world as he shares the wild story of Meow Wolf's origination, involving an empty bowling alley and the help of Game of Thrones creator, George R R Martin.We talk creativity, and the rise of immersive experience within cul...

Neil Mullarkey is one of the founding members of the Comedy Store Players, the world's longest running comedy group with the same members.Neil shares his journey into comedy as writing partner with Mike Myers (Austin Powers, Wayne's World), and early improv shows in Edinburgh Festival together. From which Neil is now recognised as one of the world's leading experts in improv comedy - performing twice a week at the Comedy Store, London.Neil shares some of the secrets of improv, and we explore ...

Steve McDonald joins me in this episode as the take a trip into the LA music scene, with the much loved and highly influential alternative rock band, Redd Kross.From playing in punk bands aged 11, to a decade spanning career in music with one of the world's most influential and loved bands, this is a trip inside the LA music scene, and growing up in a world of music and gigs.We discuss early influences - and cover Russ Meyer, Quentin Tarantino, Martin Scorsese, Manson murders, sharing a manag...

Don Letts is a genuine creative rebel. He is a DJ, presenter, musician, videographer, film-maker and writer. In a frank and revealing interview, Don shares stories from the front line of rock n’roll – hanging out with Bob Marley, Malcolm McLaren, and his infamous trip to Jamaica with Johnny Rotten from the Sex Pistols and Richard Branson.He tells us how an early career in Soho London fashion led him to the punk rock meets reggae soundclash. We talk about his time with The Clash, shooting...

Jason Miller is a live music photographer and has shot major rock gigs around the world. From stadium tours to punk rock DIY shows, he clocks up hundreds of gigs a year.Jason & I talk about how an accident involving the wrong gig pass to see Motley Crue got him started in live music photography, and how in just 2 years he went from having never owned a camera to establishing himself as an accredited shooter. He has already published his first book showcasing his work too.We discuss the ar...