With Miska

Miska Kajanus
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Actor and comedian Miska Kajanus talks with inspiring people who work in the entertainment industry. He finds out how they made it. Or how far they made it.

  1. Episode 59 - Solo Episode - Quick Los Angeles Update October 27th, 2025

    FEB 4

    Episode 59 - Solo Episode - Quick Los Angeles Update October 27th, 2025

    Quick solo episode!October 27th, 2025 update from LA. PopMix Movie, doing self-tapes, early mornings, no big news. Maybe shows in Finland next year. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/J3H_05RFgcc Buy my shirt: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Links: Joonas Makkonen https://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=en Mikko Kierikki https://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=en Finlandia Foundation National https://finlandiafoundation.org/Enjoy!

    6 min
  2. Episode 57 - Ida Metsberg

    12/31/2025

    Episode 57 - Ida Metsberg

    Ida Metsberg! This is a quick one. About 20 minutes. We talk in my car as we are driving to Venice Beach, California, to play on Venice Boardwalk. Ida’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/UU1YEeP3bGc?si=BSb6QikAhVnbRpHt Ida is a Finnish Singer-Songwriter living in New York. She has been in the US for 13 years, and she’s making it happen.  We talk about how Ida ended to the US, and also how she got her visa. She gives wonderful advice on getting a visa as an independent artist. She shares her experiences being an artist in New York, and how she is able to make everything work. And she talks about her career goal playing only her own music to audiences. Ida was also chosen to be Performer of the Year for Finlandia Foundation National in 2023. I had the same title in 2024.  Ida’s California Tour is supported by Finlandia Foundation National. As is this podcast episode. Ida is also available to do living room shows, anywhere near you! A wonderful talk! Ida’s links: https://idaofficial.com/ https://finlandiafoundation.org/ https://www.instagram.com/idametsberg/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WoTUlxYdH5qCfeXXGGceg https://youtube.com/@idametsberg7145?si=ZDohtK4uiBM93VbP Enjoy!

    20 min

  3. 10/11/2025

    Episode 58 - Mike Cuenca

    Mike Cuenca!Mike Cuenca is a wonderful truly indie director, and he returns to the podcast. He's the first returning guest!A great talk about filmmaking, culture, Los Angeles, and of course Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki! Mike Cuenca’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/ZZqFu_7c5NY Mike has 4 movies opening right now this October 2025!BOYS ABOUT TOWN is a four-part film series shot in real time (2018–2025), following wannabe mods, heartbreak, friendship, and the chaos of growing up obsessed with music and romance. Funny, raw, and unapologetically black-and-white.WORLD PREMIERE SCREENINGS at THE VIRGIL, Los AngelesNight One – Oct 12: Films 1 & 2 + live music by Supersonic LA (Oasis tribute) Night Two – Oct 19: Films 3 & 4 + soundtrack performed live by Press Darlings Plus giveaways courtesy of Amoeba Music, Videotheque, and Lemon Frog Vintage, with DJs spinning powerpop, britpop, and mod revival all night.TICKETS:https://mikecuenca.net/boys-about-town-premiere/BOYS ABOUT TOWN Trailer:https://youtu.be/Um2nXObM_p4?si=Wfr3gbOdBv7_G5CQ https://www.youtube.com/user/blvdducinemahttps://www.instagram.com/boysabouttown/https://www.instagram.com/blvdducinema/https://www.instagram.com/mikecuenca_/Enjoy!

    1h 19m
  4. Episode 56 - Going Through Every AC/DC Album (Solo, From Memory!) - August 10th, 2025

    08/20/2025

    Episode 56 - Going Through Every AC/DC Album (Solo, From Memory!) - August 10th, 2025

    Solo episode!I go through EVERY AC/DC album from memory — no notes, no Wikipedia — just my thoughts, mistakes, and memories as a lifelong fan. From High Voltage to Power Up, this one’s all about AC/DC.This episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/ghrKxs1u22AEnjoy!

    57 min
  5. Episode 55 - Solo Episode - August 8th, 2025

    08/16/2025

    Episode 55 - Solo Episode - August 8th, 2025

    Solo episode!As I'm driving from Los Angeles to a Finnish Campground in Central Valley region of California I talk about my visit to Finland, my folk band Hilavitkutin, coffee, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/n8NXP5cypwsLinks:Full Concert of Finnish Folk Band HILAVITKUTIN at Restaurant Kerubi, Joensuu, Finland. June 16, 2025https://youtu.be/WsAa8wUK090?feature=sharedEnjoy!#finland #finnish #usa #america #losangeles #car #podcast #podcasts #solo #hollywood #indiefilm #folkmusic #actor #musician

    23 min
  6. Episode 54 - Solo Episode - June 26th, 2025

    07/04/2025

    Episode 54 - Solo Episode - June 26th, 2025

    Solo episode!As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about a Finnish singer-songwriter Anniina, who lives in the US. I also chat about making it, Miami, auditions, my upcoming trip to Finland, daytrading, and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/R_fErtaAEIE Links: Anniina https://www.instagram.com/anniinabe/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/7zurpKoTEgb5wQv6vZjR2V?si=Ovpa_4vFTIepmJ5f5MLK1A Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Steve Solkela https://www.youtube.com/c/stevesolkela LA Finnish Center / Suomi-Kerho https://www.instagram.com/suomikerhola/ Sara Dolores https://www.instagram.com/mssaradolores/ Enjoy!

    27 min
  7. Episode 53 - TEURiS (in Finnish)

    06/30/2025

    Episode 53 - TEURiS (in Finnish)

    TEURiS! This episode is in Finnish.TEURiS is a Finnish stand-up comedian who's been working for years. He also produces many shows in Finland. TEURiS’ With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/DfV8LsteN9Y I have known TEURiS for a long time, and always admired his excellent writing skills. His jokes are very economical. Basically there are no extra words in his jokes. Which is something I'm really trying to work on to better myself.TEURiS has created an unique 40-minute stand-up comedy special TEURiS Ex Machina, which incorporates scripted movie-style story intertwined with his live stand-up show.TEURiS Ex Machina will be released soon. You will be able to soon find the screening dates on TEURiS' website and social media channels:www.teuris.comWe talk about joke writing, working as a stand-up comedian, producing shows, Finnish stand-up scene, and much more! TEURiS also gives some tips to comedians from a producer's point of view.TEURiS' links:TEURiS Ex Machina Trailerhttps://youtu.be/brlgDxps0rc?si=WQSuydjvHzlyieRVwww.teuris.comhttps://www.instagram.com/teurajaervi/https://www.facebook.com/teurajaervi/https://www.youtube.com/@teurajaerviEnjoy!

    1h 8m
  8. Episode 52 - Solo Episode - June 9th, 2025

    06/12/2025

    Episode 52 - Solo Episode - June 9th, 2025

    Solo episode!As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about daytrading, my solo show in Arizona, self-tape auditions, and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/M6WUMwRmFQQ?si=2XwdMijUUUXz77ZY Links:Jaakko Manninen https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/Our Band Hauliwood Dreams https://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/ Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Dr. Self Tapeshttps://www.drselftapes.comEnjoy!

    46 min
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About

Actor and comedian Miska Kajanus talks with inspiring people who work in the entertainment industry. He finds out how they made it. Or how far they made it.

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  • Creator
    Miska Kajanus
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    With Miska