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ReadyAimFireYou’re Becoming Hysterical – Inside Alien: Isolation with Will Porter & Anthony HowellWhat goes down when several creators of a cult classic finally step into the same room – over a decade on from shaping one of gaming’s most terrifying sci-fi experiences?In this special episode of ReadyAimFire, we welcome Anthony Howell and Will Porter, two pivotal forces behind Alien: Isolation alongside our very own Kez, who provided the likeness and performance capture for Amanda Ripley. From the chaos of early table reads to alchemy inside the studio, together they reminisce over the creative process that redefined survival horror – and the Alien franchise itself. You’ll hear:The cas...2025-07-2347 min
ReadyAimFireArtistry and Antics on Final Fantasy XVI – with Hannah Price, Oli Chance, Morgan Rushton & Martin VaughanEver wondered what goes on inside the studio for one the most acclaimed game series of all time? In this episode of the ReadyAimFire Podcast, hosts Kez and Tom welcome an extraordinary panel featuring the performance directors, casting directors and localisation experts whose fingerprints are all over Final Fantasy XVI, Alan Wake II, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and many more beloved games: Hannah Price, Oli Chance, Morgan Rushton and Martin Vaughan.Dive with us into translation trials, performance tribulations and endless T poses, as our guests reveal what really happens when scripts are top sec...2025-07-0954 min
ReadyAimFireHow Baldur’s Gate Broke Through – Kirsty Gillmore on Empathy, Safe Spaces and Directing Magic in the StudioHow do you combine the technical disciplines of music, theatre and video games – to help create immersive experiences like Baldur’s Gate 3 that not only thrill, but truly move us?In this episode of ReadyAimFire, join hosts Kezia Burrows and Tom Stacey as they sit down with Kirsty Gillmore: New Zealand-born sound engineer turned acclaimed voice and performance director for some of the industry’s most celebrated titles, including Call of Duty, Valorant and The First Descendant. Discover the winding creative path that led Kirsty from acting and post-production to shaping unforgettable characters and championing emotional safety on set...2025-06-2546 min
ReadyAimFireFrom Prague With Love – Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Unfiltered, with Tom McKay & Luke DaleWhat’s it like to be taken on a hero’s journey – from relative unknowns to gaming royalty? In this episode of the ReadyAimFire Podcast, we’re joined by Tom McKay and Luke Dale: the voices and faces behind Henry of Skalitz and Hans Capon in Kingdom Come: Deliverance and its highly anticipated sequel, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.Together with hosts Tom Stacey and Kezia Burrows, Tom and Luke peel back the curtain on what happens when a passionate studio, a committed fanbase and a host of talented creatives combine to create medieval gaming magic.You’ll he...2025-06-1152 min
ReadyAimFireWisdom from The Witcher – Becoming Geralt, Fan Tattoos and Dungeons & Dragons with Doug CockleHow did one of gaming’s iconic voices get – and nearly lose – his big break as Geralt of Rivia in the Witcher series? In this episode, hosts Kezia Burrows and Tom Stacey are joined by none other than Doug Cockle. Doug takes us behind the scenes of his journey as the legendary Witcher, shares the inspiration behind Geralt’s voice, and reveals the biggest changes he’s witnessed in the games industry over the past two decades.We also delve into Doug’s personal experiences at games conventions (alongside a fan tattoo story you won’t forget), his lo...2025-05-2855 min
ReadyAimFireWhen Directing for Games Gets Intense – Damien Goodwin on Directing for Returnal, Greedfall, Helldivers 2 and moreHow does someone go from directing Hollyoaks on TV – to directing a BAFTA award-winning games performance in Returnal?In this episode of the ReadyAimFire Podcast, Damien Goodwin joins hosts Kezia Burrows and Tom Stacey to dive deep into the craft of performance direction in video games.Damien shares how his journey unexpectedly shifted from actor and TV director to working on high profile video game titles like Dragon Age: Inquisition, Greedfall, Helldivers 2, and Returnal. The conversation spans chance industry encounters, the evolving nature of game performance, and the increasingly important role of collaborative, actor-centric direction in...2025-05-1450 min
ReadyAimFireThe Space Marine You Can Hear Scream – Warhammer, Welsh Kings and Sentient Mushrooms with Michael GearyHow does a theatre-trained actor with Welsh roots become one of gaming’s most compelling voices? In this episode of The ReadyAimFire Podcast, hosts Tom Stacey and Kezia Burrows welcome Michael Geary, voice of Warhammer 40,000’s iconic Space Marines and many more.Michael takes us from stage to studio, sharing the art and chaos of recording powerful characters at home (with a makeshift duvet booth and occasionally anxious neighbours), the joy of playing everything from sentient mushrooms to mighty heroes, and why authenticity, inclusion and fun are central to a great performance.You’ll hear...2025-04-301h 00
ReadyAimFireThe Warrior Behind Lae’zel – Devora Wilde on Baldur’s Gate 3, Polarising Player Reactions and Unexpected FameWhat does it take to give a video game character a soul – and what happens when that performance touches hearts around the world?In this premiere episode of ReadyAimFire, we sit down with Devora Wilde, the actor behind Lae’zel in the award-winning Baldur’s Gate 3, for an in-depth conversation into her craft and her most beloved character. From muddling through technical challenges to discovering her own voice, Devora opens up about the wild, unpredictable, and deeply human ride of bringing one of gaming’s most complex companions to life.Discover how four and a half years beh...2025-04-3052 min
ReadyAimFireReadyAimFire – Official TrailerFall in love with your favourite video games all over again.In this very first episode of The ReadyAimFire Podcast, hosts Tom Stacey and Kezia Burrows introduce the show and share why they’re bringing the incredible people behind our favourite games — actors, directors, developers and creatives — into the spotlight.🎙️ In this episode:🔸 What The ReadyAimFire Podcast is all about🔸 Why storytelling, performance, and creativity deserve more attention in gaming🔸 Kez’s journey in Alien: Isolation — and why strong female leads matter🔸 Tom’s adventures producing games content around the world2025-04-2003 min
Hit the Mark Today!Stop Trying To Rescue ThemStop trying to rescue them. It is a mistake to cling to someone when God is telling you to let them go. It may require letting them hit the bottom before they rise again. You remember the story of Jonah and the whale. Jonah's problem wasn’t that he didn't Love God, it was that he didn't want to do God's will. So, God resorted to extreme measures to get his attention and push him towards his destiny. Remember you have no idea what God has in mind for the person he is asking you to let go of. &nb...2020-10-1600 min
Ad Agency LiveA Must Read Book - Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time FlatA Must Read Book - Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat
I started an agency roughly a year ago after working 15+ years in the digital marketing space. Going into the marketplace I had all these ideas about what was going to work, but when I actually went to market no one was interested in what I had to say. So with feedback, I kept refining my offer, and figuring out what my potential customers actually wanted to buy. My biggest piece of advice, and one of the biggest takeaways from the book is t...2019-07-1713 min