Taking Creative License with Mike Casey

Mike Casey
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Small moments in our lives often create the people we become. These same small moments can ripple to become world-changing or at least life-changing. On TCL, we will dive into the lives, hearts, and minds of people in the creative arts from all over the world and discover how each feels their art may affect the lives of others. What do you have to say about creativity? Want to hear a topic discussed or an artist interviewed? Email me at mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com! Follow/like/subscribe/whatever on Facebook or Instagram at @mikecaseycomposer, and visit me at www.mikecaseycomposer.com!

Episodes

  1. 09/15/2022

    The Watchers in The Fourth Dimension and The Journey Through Time and Space

    Watchers in The Fourth Dimension (W4D) are an Atlanta-based podcast quartet comprising Anthony Williams, Don Smith, Reilly Schreck, and Julie Filipek. They're currently approximately one-third of their way through a watch-through and commentary of the original 1963-1989 run of popular British sci-fi series Doctor Who, and then they'll continue straight on into the movie and the 2005-present series. No small task have they taken on! They're fun, warm, funny, and enjoyable to listen to - and they're very good at the production end of their awesome show! In this episode, we discuss who they are, where they're from, and all their secrets of podcasting awesomeness. If you would like to watch through with them (I highly recommend that!), ALMOST all of the classic series of Doctor Who is on Britbox, or Pluto.tv, and many reconstructions of missing episodes can be found around on the internet or on official DVD/Blu-Ray. As always, if you would like to give me a shout, please do so at mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com, or find me on IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer. LINKS: Watchers In The Fourth Dimension (W4D) Flight Through Entirety Earth Station Who Earth Station One DragonCon (Atlanta) Doctor Who on iMDB

    1h 9m

  2. 06/27/2022

    Dr. Tim Banks and The Process of Reinvention

    My college experience was, to my knowledge, relatively unique and certainly more indicative of a small school environment. The faculty was a cast of (easily mimicked) characters, and we loved them dearly. It was a great place at a great time! One who left an indelible mark on me and my attitude towards learning was Dr. Timothy Banks. We discuss who he is, and who he was and will be, to such extent that it needn't be mentioned here. To that end, I hope you enjoy! We discuss all of the above, and his attitude toward constant reinvention, even as one enters retirement. It's a fascinating talk! Selfishly, I left in a great deal of his oral history of the School of Music at Samford University. Much of the information probably can't be found elsewhere, and for SU students, this will be a good place to keep it archived. I hope you'll forgive a bit of self-indulgence! LINKS: Dr. Timothy Paul Banks EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) Samford University School of Music As always: mikecaseycomposer.com IG&FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com

    1 hr

  3. 05/18/2022 ·  Bonus

    Sandwich Monologue 004 - Expect! Don't Accept!

    Mediocrity is abundant, and always has been. Why stand in the middle of the crowd? This week, I discuss a strategy for finding your way through crippling perfectionism to allow yourself to relax and release a project - or - on the other side of the coin, how to get up and get something going. Next week, I speak with vocalist, conductor, composer/arranger, and all-around gentleman, Dr. Timothy Banks. Dr. Banks is the composer-in-residence and primary singer for the Eternal World Television Network, and is one of my former college professors. He is a joy, and as he would put it, a hoot! Join us! As always: IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com web: https://mikecaseycomposer.com

    15 min

  4. 05/09/2022

    Zack Annesty and The Breaking of The Rules

    Hello there! One more late one before hopefully getting back on schedule. I think you're going to dig this one - My dear friend, Zack Annesty has a lot of great credits to his name as he's moved up the ladder at Marvel Studios. He's also worked with the DC television universe and several other notable projects. He's a busy guy! Here, we talk about the path that led him to where he is now. We also dig into some of the changes that have some in the industry in terms of worker safety, and what needs to come, still. This is a huge deal to him as he moves his career forward, and he is always an advocate for the lives and safety of those on set. Lots to digest here! Enjoy it! LINKS: Zack on iMDb The MARVELous Nerdcast As always: IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com web: mikecaseycomposer.com

    1h 2m

  5. 04/22/2022 ·  Bonus

    Sandwich Monologue 003 - Always Meet Your Heroes (They're People, Too!)

    This week, I'd like to take a moment to encourage you to reach out to those artists and creators that are important to you in your development but may not know it. I discuss this topic, and how it's been present in my life for the last 20 years. The people that create the art you love started the same place you started...regardless of the talent (see SM002 to hear how I feel about that) or skill they've achieved - they are humans, just like you! As always: IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com web: https://mikecaseycomposer.com

    12 min

  6. 04/14/2022

    Dr. Gene Fambrough and The Way of The Drum

    Dr. Gene Fambrough is a cool dude. Period. I've met very few people who have such a come-one-come-all vibe. He’s in his 21st(!!!) year as Percussion Boss and Assistant Band Director at The University of Alabama-Birmingham. His program is a huge asset to the university! His story, for this telling, is a story of a budding young musician who just liked to try things who then grew up to inspire others to do the same. You host, included! I know you'll enjoy the talk! Have a great week, and thank you for just your being you! 143 a tutti! As always, please share, like, subscribe...all the usuals! LINKS: Dr. Gene Fambrough, D.M.A. - UAB Bands | UAB Gene Fambrough - Home I am ever at: IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com web: https://mikecaseycomposer.com

    52 min

  7. 04/06/2022 ·  Bonus

    Sandwich Monologue 002 - Just Hammering & Sawing

    Welcome to the worksite, humans. Hope you brought your hard hats! This week we discuss the imbalanced weight that people place on talent versus good old-fashioned work. This is something that I have to remind myself every so often - the people that show up and do the job are usually the ones who succeed in the end. Next week's full episode will be a discussion with University of Alabama - Birmingham Assistant Director of Bands/Associate Professor of Percussion, Dr. Gene Fambrough! Dr. Fambrough is a published composer/arranger, and a recording artist, and just a generally awesome dude to know! Hope you'll join us for the chat! As always - let me know what you think! You are AMAZING for taking the time to listen to my ramblings!!! Socials: IG/FB - @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com web: mikecaseycomposer.com

    14 min

  8. 04/01/2022

    Shelby Logan Warne and The Journey of Discovery

    Howdy, Humans! A little late, but it’ll be worth it! Storms, sickness and all postponed posting of the pod. But here we are! This week, I am joined by the warm, funny, generous, and ridiculously talented and driven Shelby Logan Warne! Shelby is the General Manager of Old Street Studios, London, and a Mixing/Engineering BEAST. She is also the lead singer, keyboardist, and a primary songwriter of White Star Records prog rock outfit KYROS. The amount of awesomeness following this human is immeasurable, and I’m sure you’ll find her to be engaging and amazingly generous with her story. We delve into creative blocks, finding and coming to terms with her inner self, kindness in professionalism, imposter syndrome…all sorts of awesome topics. As always, hit me up at the info below, and check the links for cool stuff! LINKS: Kyros on the web (kyrosmusic.com) Shelby IG: @hereisshelby Kyros IG: @kyrosofficial Old Street Studios IG: @oldstreetstudios KYROS’S Celexa Dreams, Vox Humana, Synaesthesia, Recover, and Four of Fear are all available on Bandcamp, Apple Music and Spotify! ——— Mike on the net: IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com Web: https://mikecaseycomposer.com

    1h 3m

  9. 03/23/2022 ·  Bonus

    Sandwich Monologue 001 - The Strange Case of Joy v Fun

    Howdy Humans! This week we delve into a favorite subject of mine for this very first TCL: Sandwich Monologue. Two three-letter words that are so similar, they are interchangeable, but truly mean very different things: FUN and JOY. As always, you can hit me up at the socials and email: mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com IG/FB: @mikecaseycomposer www.mikecaseycomposer.com NEXT WEEK: Musical and visual wunderkind, Shelby Logan Warne of Kyros!!! You don't wanna miss it! Website: Shelby Logan Warne (kyrosmusic.com) or shelbyloganwarne.com

    12 min
  10. Mike Casey and The Journey To Podcast Land

    03/16/2022

    Mike Casey and The Journey To Podcast Land

    Here we are. This is not something I expected to do! But a spark of an idea caught fire in my mind, inspired by stellar podcast hosts Jamie Lidell (Hanging Out With Audiophiles) and Richard Schrieber (The Richard Schrieber Show). Links to their sites below. As Jamie would say, ''let's get on with the show!" This week, I start with a guest host - MARVELous Nerdcast co-host, Emily Annesty! Emily interviews little ol' me, and we delve into topics ranging from my musical upbringing to obstacles I regularly lay in my own way...and how am I like the great George Lucas!?!? Hope you enjoy getting to know your host...I certainly enjoy spending this time with you! If you want to drop us a note, email me at mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com. Socials: FB and IG - @mikecaseycomposer On the web: www.mikecaseycomposer.com To all - HAND, and I'll see ya soon! Podcasts/humans mentioned above: Jamie Lidell jamielidellmusic.com Richard Schrieber richardschrieber.com MARVELous Nerdcast with Zack & Emily on Listen Notes Nerdin’ Out Podcast

    1h 4m
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Small moments in our lives often create the people we become. These same small moments can ripple to become world-changing or at least life-changing. On TCL, we will dive into the lives, hearts, and minds of people in the creative arts from all over the world and discover how each feels their art may affect the lives of others. What do you have to say about creativity? Want to hear a topic discussed or an artist interviewed? Email me at mikecaseycomposer@icloud.com! Follow/like/subscribe/whatever on Facebook or Instagram at @mikecaseycomposer, and visit me at www.mikecaseycomposer.com!

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