Just Get A Real Job Jamie Mackinlay

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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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:
Moving to London at the age of 16 to pursue a career in Music. 
Nearly becoming a member of S-Club 7.
Script Editing and working across two different industries. 
Learning to love your art for what it is.
His various work at Hollywooks & River City.
His return to making Music again and much much more. 
Adair’s new single ‘No Shame’ is out now! 
Adair Murray:
adairmusic | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree
 
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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: 
 
Dealing with imposter syndrome.
The importance of rural voices.
His approach to writing. 
How ‘The land of Lost Content’ came about
Mental fitness and dealing with negative reviews
The realities of touring
His advice for his younger self and much more
 
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 
 
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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:
The importance of developing new writing
The highs and lows of a creative career
Her earliest creative influences
Mental health
Why local representation matters 
How her new play ‘Rotten’ came about and much more
Josie White:
'Rotten' on Team Angelica: https://www.teamangelica.com/post/rotten-josie-white 
Josie on Jerwood Arts: https://jerwoodarts.org/artist/josie-white/ 
 
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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:
Their early creative influences
Starting ‘Some Guys with a Camera’
Building a creative community.
How they made their comedy-drama series ‘Birchall’s Pints’, now streaming on Amazon Prime.
Mental health and much more.
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/ 
 
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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:
His earliest musical influences and what got him interested in playing music
The band's evolution and the creative process behind their music
The realities of navigating the music industry without substantial financial backing
The process of putting an album together
His advice for aspiring musicians
Their upcoming tour and much more
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
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Tour Dates: https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/the-rahs 
 
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