Bonfire Conversations

<p>Welcome to Bonfire Conversations, a podcast where we gather around the metaphorical bonfire to share inspiring stories, explore creative journeys, and ignite deep, meaningful dialogues. Hosted by Hamidreza Nikoofar, each episode delves into the minds of remarkable individuals across various fields, including music, film, art, and beyond.<br><br>Join us as we chat with influential guests, uncovering the passions, challenges, and triumphs that shape their unique paths. Whether you’re a creator seeking inspiration or simply a curious mind eager to learn from the best, Bonfire Conversations is your invitation to sit back, relax, and enjoy the warmth of genuine human connection.<br><br>Available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:<br>https://li.sten.to/bdrq39ec</p>

Conversation: Aza Hand on Mixing Kneecap – The Sound Behind the Rebellion

In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Aza Hand, the re-recording mixer behind the explosive Irish film Kneecap, Ireland’s official submission for the 2025 Oscars. Aza takes us behind the scenes of this powerful, music-driven movie, sharing insights on the technical and creative challenges he faced while crafting the film’s dynamic sound. From high-energy concert scenes to balancing music, dialogue, and sound effects, Aza's work brings Kneecap's rebellious spirit to life.Li...

10-16
30:51

Daniel Pemberton and James Griffith on Music Production and Slow Horses

🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with two of the most creative minds in film and television music—Oscar-nominated composer Daniel Pemberton (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Trial of the Chicago 7) and James Griffith of Toydrum (Slow Horses, Three Pines). We dive deep into their collaborative work on the hit spy thriller series Slow Horses, exploring their creative process, technical approach to composing, and the distinctive sound that sets the show apart. 🎶🎬 W...

09-12
32:09

Conversation: Jacinta Leong (Art Director of Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa)

🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with the brilliant art director Jacinta Leong, whose incredible work has shaped the look and feel of iconic films like Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Mad Max: Fury Road, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Alien: Covenant, and many more.✨ We dive into her career journey, from her early days in architecture to working with legendary directors like George Miller. Jacinta shares her approach to world-building, the unique challenges of desi...

08-30
40:07

Wilbert Roget, II (Composer of Star Wars: Outlaws, Helldivers II, Mortal Kombat 1)

🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of Bonfire Conversations! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented composer Wilbert Roget II. Known for his work on iconic video games such as Call of Duty: WWII, Star Wars: The Old Republic, and Mortal Kombat 11, Wilbert shares his journey, insights, and experiences in the world of music composition.🔥 Join me as I delve into:Wilbert's early influences and what inspired him to pursue a career in musicThe creative process behind composing ...

08-15
43:26

Conversation: Josh Sawyer (Director of Fallout: New Vegas, Pentiment) On Creativity, and Writing

Josh Sawyer is the legendary writer and director of games such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pentiment, and Pillars of Eternity at Obsidian Entertainment.In this episode, we talk about creativity, writing, inspirations, Josh's workflow, and favorite films.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

02-27
54:06

Conversation: Cinematographer of "Society of the Snow" on His Life, Career and Shooting in Mountains

A conversation with the legendary Pedro Luque, the cinematographer of Don't Breath and Society of the Snow. We talk about scenes and shots of Society of the Snow and Pedro's success story.Wassup Conversations podcast is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPedro's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pedroluqueHamidreza's X and Instagram:https://twitter.com/hrnikoofarhttps://www.instagram.com/hamidrezanikoofarSuppo...

02-07
40:43

Conversation: Oscar Winner Sound Editor of Mad Max: Fury Road and Dune on Success and Failure

Mark Mangini is the legendary two-time Oscar winner and six-time Oscar-nominated sound editor and designer of some of the best-sounding movies in history, such as Mad Max: Fury Road, Dune, Blade Runner 2049, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. In this episode, we talk about his success story, life, career, failure, and winning two Oscars. We also talk about many of his great films and his favorites.Wassup Conversations podcast is available on YouTube and all the major podcast str...

01-30
01:00:18

Conversation: Alan Wake's Actor on Life, Career, Alan Wake II, Sam Lake, and Horror Stories

A conversation with Ilkka Villi, the actor of Alan Wake games. In this interview, we talk about Alan Wake II and the differences of making it in comparison to the first entry. We also discuss Ilkka's life growing up and falling in love with acting.Wassup Conversations podcast is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. Learn more about Wassup Conversations:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

11-14
42:28

Conversation: Creator of Castlevania: Nocturne on Vampires, Villains and Season 2

A conversation with Clive Bradley, creator and writer of Castlevania: Nocturne from Netflix. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

11-07
30:07

Conversations: Production Designer of Silo and Star Wars on His Legendary Career and Art

A conversation with Gavin Bocquet, production designer of great movies such as Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, Warcraft, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and Silo. Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.www.nikoofarmusic.comSupport the show

10-11
01:02:38

Conversation: Audio Director of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on Game Audio Mixing and New Book

An in-depth conversation with Alex Riviere, audio director of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora about sound design, implementation, mixing audio for games, and his new book "Game Audio Mixing: Insights to Improve Your Mixing Performance"Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupAlex on X: https://twitter.com/AAAlexRiviereHamidreza on X: https://twitter.com/HRNikoofarSupport the show

09-19
50:24

Conversation: Jason Graves on His Techniques for Horror Music, Career and Ghost Stories

A conversation with Jason Graves, the legendary composer of Dead Space, Tomb Raider, Moss, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Warzone.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

09-12
44:24

Conversation: Tina Guo on Her Career, Life and Success Story

A conversation with Tina Guo, Grammy-nominated musician, composer, and cellist on her life, career, and success story.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

09-05
52:03

Conversation: The Writer of Fable, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on Writing for Games and Her Book

Anna Megill is a veteran writer of great games such as Guild Wars 2, Control, Dishonored, Fable, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. She has published a new book called The Game Writing Guide: Get Your Dream Job and Keep It, which is a great study about writing for games and working in the video game industry.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupSupport the show

08-14
55:32

Conversation: Chloe Van Landschoot on From, Being a Nurse and Her New Film

In this episode of Wassup Conversations podcast, Chloe Van Landschoot who plays Kristi in From, talks about her life, being a nurse while not acting, and her new short film.From is a horror show from MGM+ and Amazon Prime praised by Stephen King and it's currently running its season 2.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease subscribe to Wassup Conversations, if you're enjoying the show.Chloe on social...

06-26
37:41

Conversation: Cinematographer of John Wick: Chapter 4, The Shape of Water, Nightmare Alley

An in-depth conversation with the legendary Dan Lauststen, two times Oscar-nominated cinematographer of The Shape of Water, Nightmare Alley, John Wick movies, and many more. Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup#johnwick #Danlaustsen #cinematographySupport the show

05-09
37:41

Conversation: Composer of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, Immortality, For Sama

An in-depth conversation with Nainita Desai, composer of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (Season 3) about her techniques, composing for games and documentaries.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II is available on PC and Consoles.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup#NainitaDesai #CallofDuty #SoundtrackSupport the show

05-02
48:19

Conversation: Composers of Star Trek: Picard, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and The Dragon Prince

In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Stephen Barton (Apex Legends, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor) and Frederik Wiedmann (Star Trek: Picard, The Dragon Prince) talk about their lives, career, the way they make music and the future of film music, considering the evolution of AI.Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard is available on Paramount+.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup#startrekpicard #starwarsjedisurvivor #filmmusic...

04-25
01:02:11

Composer, Paul Leonard-Morgan (Dredd, Cyberpunk 2077) on Life and Music

An in-depth conversation with Paul Leonard-Morgan, composer of many great projects such as Dredd, Cyberpunk 21077, Tales from the Loop, and the new Hulu movie, Boston Strangler. We talk about Paul's success story, life, iconic projects, and his new movie.Boston Strangler is available right now on Hulu.Wassup Conversations is available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassup#PaulLeonardMorgan #BostonStrangler #DreddSupport the show

03-16
46:03

Conversation: Gearbox Creative Director on Designing Loot Systems, Comedy in Games and Boss Fights

In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Matt Cox, Creative Director at Gearbox Software, talks about comedy in video games, Borderlands looting system, designing impactful boss fights, and his recent game, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.Wassup Conversations on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating and supporting Wassup Conversations via this link: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and-donationsHamidreza Nikoofar's Twitt...

08-04
33:20

Ali Tabaraie

Could you probably set up a talk with Mr. Shimmerman talking exclusively over the voicing over Andrew Ryan? However short it might be! That'd be dope!

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Ali Tabaraie

Mr. Levine, sir, you MUST change your last name to LEGEND! I enjoyed the talk with the LEGEND! Thank you, Hamidreza.

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Abbas Mousavi

chera man az in adamhaee ke bahashoon interview mikoni khosham miad ?

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Niloo Naderi

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آتشفشان خاموش

One of the Greatest human beings ever lived in the world.

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