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Game of Life Podcast

Daniel Swain and Harman Chauhan

Welcome to Game of Life with Dan and Harman! This podcast is all about understanding the ups and downs of life and career from a creative lens. Your hosts Dan and Harman come from a writing, comedy, and photography background so our guests have ranged from comedians to photographers.We love delving into the success, failures, and struggles that other creatives endure when making their way through life in the industry. What is their why? What makes them unique? Why do they have a passion for what

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All Episodes

1:23:45

Episode #260 - Andrew Coshan Returns! Part 2

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2025/07/27

Dan's epic chat with Andrew Coshan continues!Part IIWe chat about taking moments to stop and appreciating being the lead in a show, an unspoken mentorship, the prospect of A Knight's Tale going to The West End and elsewhere, establishing the 'bible' for a new show, the in between period of acting job, playing a role with a temp agency, easing the financial pressure of living in the UK, auditioning for The Greatest Showman, the pros and cons of knowing and not knowing where you sit when auditioning,

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1:07:31

Episode #259 - Andrew Coshan Returns! Part 1

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2025/07/20

Dan is joined by returning guest, and now international music theatre superstar, Andrew Coshan in the first catch up themed episode of the podcast!We chat about getting close to the role of Joe in Sunset Boulevard, making the decision committing to London, securing the first job in A Face in the Crowd, having a good understanding of where you stand within the Australian theatre industry, starting from the ground up, the perception of it being harder in London than Australia, the brighter mood in the

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Episode #258 with John Jarratt

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2025/07/13

The podcast is back after a short break!Dan is joined by a legend in the business and horror icon, John Jarratt!We chat about his new film What About Sal, the current crisis of Australian film, funding a film, the movie going experience, the enjoyment of what he does, writing, wearing many different hats, gaining inspiration from others, finding the character of Mick Taylor for Wolf Creek, never giving up, and a whole lot more!Cover Photo (background): Matty Parker Hosted on Acast. See

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1:00:33

Episode #257 with Jarryd Goundrey

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2025/06/04

In this special episode, Harman returns to the co-hosting seat!Dan and Harman are joined by a former soldier, former chef, and now one of the best comedians out there, Jarryd Goundrey!We chat about making content for a living, the freedom of the podcast format, calendar pressure, the sustainable amount of content, comparison. being computer illiterate, teaser clips, sitting in the sweet spot zone of "I must", hitting the burnout but gaining the lessons, quality of quantity, adding value, staying in

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Episode #256 with David Hull

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2025/06/04

Dan is joined by actor, singer, and incredible human David Hull!David's been a dream guest for ages!We chat about working on How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying with Daniel Radcliffe, performing for David Letterman, replacing and understudying people on Broadway shows, originating roles, a dreams of designing roller coasters, performing in a theme park, a career in show business feeling out of reach, the odds being stacked against you, wishing he were more impassioned at a younger age,

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Episode #255 with Jay Laga'aia

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2025/06/01

Dan is joined by actor and singer and legend in the business, Jay Laga'aia!We chat about his visit at Monash Primary School, having an impact on young people, knowing there was something else outside of rugby, the cosmic purse, always being a hustler from the get go, allowing yourself to be saved, not isolating yourself, embracing failure, looking like a genius, asking until you understand, changing the approach, taking the time to control your own fate, the real purpose of auditioning, sowing

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Episode #254 with Chris Scalzo

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2025/05/25

Dan is joined by actor and singer Chris Scalzo!We chat about working fifteen years in the music theatre industry, the difficulty and strict protocols of Moulin Rouge, shutting down mid show, delayed starts for other shows, loosing all power to QPAC, performing Wicked without lighting, becoming more resilient as a performer, being a little bit more measured while studying, starting to be seen as a peer, trust, Spring Awakening, getting an agent, going into auditions knowing you're not right for the

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1:00:35

Episode #253 with Callum Marshall

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2025/05/18

Dan is joined by actor, singer, dancer, and absolute superstar, Callum Marshall!We chat about his experience working on Victorian Opera's Follies, being surrounded by legends of the industry, doing a scene with Marina Prior, thriving in the deep end, being inspired by Jack Chambers, telling stories through his addiction to Newsies, working for the first time overseas, back in the grind, corporate gigs, expressing creativity through teaching, asking for work, the Elvis tour, finding balance during a

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1:08:34

Episode #252 with Tana Laga'aia & Daniel Raso

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2025/05/11

Dan is joined by two musical theatre superstars, Tana Laga'aia and returning guest Daniel Raso!This episode was recorded when Tana and Daniel were both in Jesus Christ Superstar, and a few days before Daniel was about to start rehearsals for Beetlejuice.We chat about the experience of working on Jesus Christ Superstar, the work of the ensemble, Michael Paynter, no substitute for hard work, knowing where to belong in the 'mob', being the fight captain, building up the cast camaraderie, trauma

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1:25:37

Episode #251 with Brannon Braga

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2025/05/04

Dan is joined by writer, producer, and director Brannon Braga!Brannon has been a dream guest since the podcast began, so this was an absolute thrill to finally be able to have him on the show!We chat about the importance of communication, the joys of collaboration, the solitary mystique of writing, working in solitude, initially wanting to be an actor, trading the headshots in for a typewriter, getting the bug to write for the masses, the profound impact of his school teacher, connecting writing

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1:51:05

Episode #250 with Matty Parker

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2025/04/23

The 250th episode!Dan is joined by photographer, Matty Parker!We chat about the long apprenticeship one has to take before calling themselves a photographer, growing up in the country, the country work ethic, leaving Sydney, figuring out what you actually want to do, spending too long researching and procrastinating, having nothing to lose, filming and documenting the process of learning to be a photographer, buying the first camera, growing into something, finding interesting people, looking at the

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1:24:24

Episode #249 with Sean Johnston

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2025/04/21

Dan is joined by the soon to be Elder Price in the new upcoming Australian production of Book of Mormon, Sean Johnston!We start off the podcast with Sean responding to a message left from Australia's first Elder Price, Ryan Bondy. Sean then answers a couple of questions left by Nick Cox, his soon to be Elder Cunningham!We then go on to chat about the audition process of The Book of Mormon, finding out he got the role, preparing for the show, leading the company, the anticipation of working alongside

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1:04:43

Episode #248 with Colette Mann

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2025/04/16

Dan is joined by legendary and iconic actress, presenter, director, and writer, Colette Mann!! So many good stories in this one! Need to get Colette back on the podcast for a part two!We chat about the overused word of legend, living and working in London, raising the roof off a tent, being on Neighbours for ten years, reinvigorating a career, staying sane while working on a soap opera, being able to go back to your roots over the course of Neighbours, Godspell, becoming a dance captain, a

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Episode #247 with Matthew Prime

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2025/04/14

Dan is joined by musical theatre superstar, Matthew Prime!We chat about Matt's time working on Tina, Black Out Night, wrapping up a show, the lifestyle of freelance work, having a show cut short, investing yourself in a show, wanting to be an architect, music theatre camp, not associating fun with jobs, quitting commerce, the VCA foundation course, putting yourself on show everyday, the tangible career path, booking Jersey Boys, serendipity, the fear of singing, the love of duets, nerves, being part

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Episode #246 with Rachel Cole & Kate Yaxley

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2025/04/09

Groundhog Day week continues onto Day 14 as Dan is joined by Rachel Cole (Swing) & Kate Yaxley (Joelle) for yet another trip down memory lane!We talk about the Groundhog Day group chat, the talent within the cast, the end of the show, the fanbase, wanting to be Bob Hawke growing up, juggling two careers, clinging to security and stability, Rachel's financial advice within the music theatre community, the tangible career path, not thinking long term, approaching what you love with realism,

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1:32:18

Episode #245 with Matt Hourigan & Connor Sweeney

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2025/04/06

Groundhog Day Week returns!Dan is joined by Matt Hourigan (Swing) & Connor Sweeney (Ralph) as Groundhog Day Week continues onto Day 13 after an extended hiatus!We chat about missing the show and the people, appreciating the casting process, the fast paced audition turnaround, an acting job for management training in the construction industry, looking at the rehearsal process from a swing's perspective, meeting Tim Minchin, learning new lessons about life through the show, saying goodbye,

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Episode #244 with Sammy J

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2025/04/03

Dan is joined by comedian, writer, satirist, and former radio presenter, Sammy J!We chat about getting back into stand up comedy, the first time I saw Sammy perform in Canberra, talking to your younger self, ambition outweighing talent, not being afraid to be on your own, the complex relationship with nerves, the underrated skill of communication, not straying far from the dream, musical comedy, Tom Lehrer, his album, the fear of looking unoriginal, putting yourself out there, weird gigs, self

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1:37:43

Episode #243 with Josh Gates

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2025/03/30

Dan is joined by musical theatre superstar Josh Gates, who is currently in the ensemble for the new Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar!We chat about the intensity of working on Jesus Christ Superstar, feeling more connected as a member of the ensemble, not feeling static, knowing there's always more in the tank, the rehearsal period, the importance of previews, starting out in the industry at nine years old, the emotion behind having to leave a safe creative space, a Hugh Jackman story,

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Episode #242 with Iroy Abesamis

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2025/03/27

Dan is joined by musical theatre superstar from London's West End, Iroy Abesamis, recorded during the thick of the most recent production of Guys and Dolls.We chat about swinging on Guys and Dolls, the immersive show experience, starting out with the Miss Saigon tour, life in London, working for Disneyland in Hong Kong, being in a supportive environment, wanting to be a priest, studying, finding inspiration from friends and family, having to go on stage at a moments notice, still getting use to

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1:06:44

Episode #241 with Lucas Neff

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2025/03/25

Dan is joined by actor Lucas Neff, who you have seen in television shows including Raising Hope, Downward Dog, The Handmaid's Tale, and Carol's Second Act, to name a few.We chat about the initial ignorance of the business while working on Raising Hope, being the number one on the call sheet, taking a minute with things, learning on the job, working with the more experienced cast members, approaching constructive criticism with the right mindset, being overweight and insufferable as a kid, the

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