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Sweetman Podcast

Simon Sweetman

Conversations with creative people. simonsweetman.substack.com

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Sweetman Podcast: Episode 197 - Marnie Karmelita...

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2019/12/04

An in-depth conversation with Marnie Karmelita, Creative Director of Tawhiri. We had chatted previously about her life and work, here we preview the 2020 NZ Festival, talking through the decision to involve guest curators and discussing highlights from the program. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

45:31

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 196 - Victor Rodger

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2019/11/29

An in-depth conversation with Wellington-based, Christchurch-raised playwright Victor Rodger. We preview his new work, Uma Lava and talk through some of his earlier works (At The Wake, Black Faggot, Sons) as well as his background in TV writing (Shortland Street), acting (Toi Whakaari) and working in newspapers as a film critic and arts reporter. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

102:06

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 195 - Linda Burgess

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2019/11/26

An in-depth conversation with Wellington-based writer Linda Burgess. We talk about her new book, the memoir "Someone's Wife". We talk, too, of her work as a journalist and critic, her novels, script-writing and short stories. We talk of life and family and travel - the happy and sad stories that have filled her life. We talk about the role of the critic and the art of criticism and all things writing... Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

94:27

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 194 - Fergus Barrowman

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2019/11/20

An in-depth conversation with Fergus Barrowman, publisher at VUP. We talk about his time with Victoria University Press, the creation of literary journal, Sport and his relationship - as partner and publisher - with one of NZ's most successful novelists, Elizabeth Knox. We talk creative writing courses, poetry, literary festivals, all things writing. And then we geek-out over jazz music for a bit. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

107:31

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 193 - Sean Plunket

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2019/11/13

An in-depth conversation with journalist and broadcast Sean Plunket. From his early days in the press-gallery to stints on Fair Go and RNZ, including 14 years co-hosting Morning Report. We talk journalist, TV, radio and the changes over the years. We talk, too, of his move towards a more "entertainment"-style of talkback. And of course his stint near politics liaising for TOP (The Opportunities Party) Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

54:24

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 192 - Joan As Police Woman

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2019/11/07

An in-depth chat with Joan As Police Woman (Joan Wasser). We talk about her first NZ tour, about the making of her debut record, the release of her compilation, "Joanthology" and all points in-between. We talk Dylan and Prince. We talk songwriting and covers. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

102:55

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 191 - Barnaby Weir

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2019/10/31

An in-depth conversation with Barnaby Weir - lead singer/songwriter for The Black Seeds and creator of the Fly My Pretties ensemble. We talk music; growing up with his famous storyteller/radio announce father, Dick Weir. We talk about the music he's made, including his "Flash Harry" solo persona and other projects like LOOP's "OE: Brazil" as well as the formation and international touring of The Black Seeds and the success of Fly My Pretties, including the brand new debut studio recordings. Get full

88:55

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 190 - Cassandra Tse

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2019/10/25

An in-depth conversation with Wellington playwright, director, actor, singer, producer Cassandra Tse. She is the artistic director of Red Scare Theatre Company. We talked through her life and training and her passion for musical theatre to arrive at a plug for the upcoming Red Scare final show of 2019, "Four Nights In The Green Barrow Pub" and to look back on this year's successful stagings of "MoodPorn" and "The Aliens". Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

63:20

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 189 - Claire Cowan

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2019/10/17

An in-depth conversation with musician, composer, arranger and producer Claire Cowan. She is the leader of the Blackbird Ensemble, she is writing a brand new score for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, she is a soundtrack composer for TV and film and is both a writer and performer (cello, piano, guitar, percussion). So we talked through her life and work and plugged the current Blackbird Ensemble Bjork shows. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

98:20

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 188 - Simon Leary

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2019/10/09

An in-depth conversation with Wellington actor Simon Leary. We talk through his life and the steps he took to train and learn the craft of acting. We talk improv, drama, comedy, writing, the pantomime, via touchstones including The Simpsons and The Office. And we plug the brand new Circa Theatre show, "COCK" and the upcoming pantomime which Simon is not only starring in but is also co-writing. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

126:10

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 187 - Mark de Clive-Lowe

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2019/10/03

An in-depth conversation with Japanese/Kiwi musician Mark de Clive-Lowe. We chat about his journey through his bi-cultural heritage and Kiwi upbringing to being an international jazz citizen of the world, currently living in America. We talk about meeting heroes, making music with them, working with Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

65:37

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 186 - Dean Chandler

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2019/09/26

An in-depth conversation with Dean Chandler. The Wellington-based singer/songwriter released his self-titled debut album in the early/mid-00s and it featured guest appearances by Emmylou Harris, Norah Jones, Bic Runga, Larry Campbell and was produced by Brady Blade. The album ran its course and disappeared. It's largely forgotten. And Dean has full time employment far away from the music industry. We revisited his story and how all of this happened. Get full access to Sounds Good! at

98:13

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 185 - Paula Penfold

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2019/09/20

An in-depth conversation with investigative journalist, reporter, producer Paula Penfold. We talk journalism - we talk about some of the cases she's cracked and worked on, about the work pressures and the stress of trolls. We talk about producing and what goes on behind the scenes, about dedication to the story and the work she's doing now at Stuff Circuit as well as the work she's done as broadcaster and producer on radio and TV. Get full access to Sounds Good! at

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Sweetman Podcast: Episode 184 - Don McGlashan

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2019/09/12

An in-depth conversation with songwriter and musician Don McGlashan. We talk through his various bands and projects including the Blam Blam Blam reunion. We talk songs and writing and the shaping of music. We talk, leaning against a wall in Wellington while the world's passing by. We are almost there on the edge of a scene in a Don McGlashan song. If only... Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

140:27

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 183 - Nathan Haines

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2019/09/05

An in-depth conversation with musician Nathan Haines. We talk right through his life from his child-prodigy days in a musical family through to working in the UK as both featured star and a sideman - so many collaborations and connections. Haines also talks addiction and a recent cancer diagnosis. He has survived, is grateful and is seeking to move forward with many musical projects and a young family. A huge conversation. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

52:08

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 182 - Ginette McDonald

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2019/08/29

An in-depth conversation with GInette McDonald. We talk acting, we talk Lyn of Tawa, we talk OE - the early experience in London - and to recent theatrical successes ("Joan") and the upcoming Pink Hammer. We talk theatre, TV, movies - acting techniques - and I just generally enjoy being in the presence of a living legend of both serious acting and comedic monologues. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

108:28

Sweetman Podcast: Episode 181 - Marek Peszynski

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2019/08/21

An in-depth conversation with Marek Peszynski. He is now the Marketing Manager for Orchestra Wellington. He's also a DJ, a former record store worker, member of the group Eastern Bloc and radio-show host. Marek held many DJ residencies around Wellington in the early/mid-00s before moving overseas for a bit, returning to become an occasional tour promoter and tastemaker in local hip-hop circles. We once worked together, going back over 15 years now. So we talk through all of this and more. Get full

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Sweetman Podcast: Episode 180 - Jerome Chandrahasen

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2019/08/15

An in-depth conversation with comedian Jerome Chandrahasen. We talk open-mics and getting started, from school debating teams to the Edinburgh Fringe and to mental health and understanding the highs and lows associated with speaking from the stage. We also talk about reviews and criticism and some of his favourite comedians as well as some of his favourite music gigs. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

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Sweetman Podcast: Episode 179 - Jan Preston

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2019/08/07

An in-depth conversation with Kiwi-born, Australian-based pianist Jan Preston. We talk through her recent double wrist-break injury and then back to her classical training and her time spent with Red Mole and Coup d'Etat ahead of reinventing herself as film soundtrack composer (often collaborating with her sister Gaylene) and to the stride and boogie woogie styles that have captivated her as a solo pianist across the last two decades. Get full access to Sounds Good! at

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Sweetman Podcast: Episode 178 - Steve Francis...

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2019/08/01

An in-depth conversation with drummer, Heavy Metal fan, tour promoter, swim-coach, horror-movie obsessive and the driving force behind the band Bulletbelt, Steve Francis. We talk about his childhood in Masterton his addictions to metal, horror films and tattoos - and his time spent in and around the Wellington heavy metal scene. We talk about Bulletbelt's song for the movie "Deathgasm" and his hopes and ambitions for music. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe

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