Impropod Podcast
Composer and producer Luke Tomlinson improvises on the piano creating a spontaneous soundtrack to guest’s stories and ideas. We explore the effect music has on the imagination, its psychology and its relationship to movement. A fun, unique and informative listen! Instagram @impropod visit www.impropod.com for more info and to explore the interactive podcast map!
Episodes
Educator, Instrumentalist and audio editor teacher William Barkley, talks about a revelation he had whilst playing a gig at a ski resort that changed the way he sees the world, as well as a story of connection with an old irishman, with a passion for poetry by WB Yates.
Follow William on Instagram @gingertearoom
Timestamps
Introduction to William Barclay (00:00:06) William introduces himself and shares his background in educatio...
Film and TV composer (Sky Arts Amazon Prime) Myles McLeod tells of his double life he leads and the sacrifices he's made to become a successful composer. He talks about working with the team on Strictly Come Dancing, hanging out with the pet shop boys and working at the Bristol Hippodrome, as well his illusive french past.
Myle's website: https://www.mylesmcleod.co.uk/
Myle's Instagram: @myles_mcleod_music
Impropod map: https://s...
Experimental pop artist and vocal couch BexX, discuses his innovative vocal workshops, and performs a spontaneous electronic soundtrack with synths an a loop station. He also tells an entertaining story involving graduation and a cat, and the time he experienced his profound soul song.
BexX's Instagram: @bexx.me
BexX's website: bexx.me
Psychologist and synaesthesia artist Maike Preissing gives some fascinating insight into how she sees the world with synaesthesia including seeing music as colours in her mind’s eye. Maike and Luke discuss their connections to music, and she tells the story of telling the class about that she has synaesthesia when she was a child, as well as a more recent story of her trip to Norway, and how the smell of raw fish look...
Sound recordist Joe Early from the Library of sounds, tells stories about recording of a storm, and a night on King Street, Bristol. Luke improvises a soundtrack to these stories over the recordings recontextualizing them, an insightful episode about the power of music and sound.
Interlude sound recordings from the library of sounds:
00.46s Eurasian Reed Warbler bird
03.08s Red Deer
15.46s Dish Washer
24.45s Wine glass with fi...
Host of the Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast, Alex Whiteley tells a story about a crazy night in Columbia involving a famous latin singer, and about how he almost leaked one of the most important announcements in comic book history!
Follow Alex on Instagram: @the_biscuit_guy
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Timestamps
Introduction to the Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast (00:00:07) Alex Whiteley discuss...
Voice actor Stevie Cripps recounts his journey from child radio enthusiast to locksmith, to BBC radio producer working with the likes of Pete Tong, Judge Jules and Seb Fontaine. He also tells a story about how the book the artist's way by Julia Cameron helped turn his life around. All with a unique improvised soundtrack with a flavour of trance music!
Follow Stevie on instagram: @steviecrips
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LA based actor and film maker Scott Ham, Duenas tells an entertaining story about his wedding, where he nearly got into a fight with the preacher!
He also tells stories in character, including Chance the gambling addict from Final wager, and Will, the down and out guy looking for his daughter from ReBroken. All with a unique soundtrack.
Check out the trailers to his latest films here: Final Wager, and ReBROKEN
Attorney and founder of the Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice Jeffery Deskovic, tells a heartfelt story about betrayal and being wrongly imprisoned from the ages of 16 to 32. He gives some great insight into his relationship with music and tells an entertaining anecdote about pac-man and the proctor. All with a unique soundtrack.
Jeffery's instagram: @deskovicfoundation
Mentor, artist, cultural diplomat and founder Iman Kamel tells a mythological tale about the Godess Sekhmet and discuses her wisdom of the Akasha and the Egyptian Neteru archetypes. As well as embracing paradox.
She shares her profound experiences in Egypt, including an initiation at the Dandora Temple, which deeply influenced his artistic and spiritual journey. The discussion explores themes of duality, healing, and existence, i...
California based, composer singer & song writer Glenda Benevides, shares her artistic journey, including a pivotal moment at a music conference in Cannes, that led to a personal realization. She also discusses her current projects and her initiative to plant trees with every purchase from her website. The episode underscores the healing power of music and personal storytelling.
Renowned, San Fransisco based mentalist and magician, Daniel Chan, talks about his journey to becoming the The Millionaires' Mentalist and the power of networking. Watch the magic trick here:
Follow Dan on instagram @danchanmagic
Podcast Episode Timestamps
Introduction to Daniel Chan (00:00:07) Daniel Chan introduces himself as a magician and mentalist, explaining the concept of mentalism.
Magic T...
Choir master and composer Ruairi Edwards talks about how he learned to conduct, and the process he went through. He also tells an interesting story involving Bobby McFerrin, all with a unique soundtrack.
Ruari shares his journey from pianist to conductor, highlighting the challenges and mentorship that shaped his career. A significant moment discussed is his experience conducting Mozart's Requiem, which solidified his identity as a...
Montreal (Canada) based clarinetist, teacher, poet Founder of the Modern Artist Project Kristine Dizon, discuss's her relationship to music and teaching methods. She also tells a story about pastries and friendship, and recites a poem about death and silence, which Luke improvises a simultaneous soundtrack to.
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Links & Mentions
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DJ & chef Kim Anandi tells an entertaining story involving the band Abba, and recounts an interesting cop drama about a Goan moped trip. All with a unique soundtrack.
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Timestamps (by podsqueeze)
Introduction to Guests (00:00:07) The host introduces Kim and Andy, discussing Kim's background as a chef and DJ.
Kim's Background (00:00:16) Kim shares her upbringing and connection ...
Texas based motivational public speaker and personal trainer Ross Alexander of war room speakers club talks about how he overcame great adversity to become successful. A journey through professional weight lifting and collegiate cheer leading, he also tells the emotional story of when his on was born. All with a unique spontaneous soundtrack!
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Songwriter and multi instrumentalist Luke Marzec tells a story of surviving in a tent during a heavy storm on acid, and the log to leg race. Featuring Luke M on saxophone and some great musical insight.
Follow Luke on Instagram @lukemarzecsworld
Luke is a member @loosecables_ debut album out now
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- "Bodger's Ball": "00:09:07
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Rob Hopkins, a key figure in the Transition Town movement, and host of the podcast what if to what next. Tells the story of creating a community experience involving projection mapping & composer Brian Eno. For the 1st time Luke improvises to a story set in the future, they discuss the power of positive intention and its relationship music. The episode highlights themes of time, creativity, and the role of music i...
Linocut artist and bookseller Hanna Smith tells stories of narrowboat adventures & volcanic treachery. She also gives some insight into the musically of storytelling.
Hanna shares personal stories from her time in Vanuatu and living on a narrowboat in London.
Instagram: @shedissolves
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Timestamps
Introduction to Hannah Smith (00:00:07) Hannah i...
Sandy talks about the weird effects of being struck by lightning, gives some fascinating insight into her relationship with music, & tells a story involving South African bishop Desmond Tutu and his chair...
Themes of memory, fear, cultural dynamics, and the impact of music on storytelling are explored, creating a dynamic and reflective conversation that underscores the power of narrative and sound.
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