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Strong SongsSuper Mario Bros: Koji Kondo's 8-Bit Masterpiece [Twenty Thousand Hertz]This episode of Twenty Thousand Hertz originally ran in August 2025.Kirk's 2020 episode of Strong Songs about the music of Super MarioTWENTY THOUSAND HERTZ SHOW NOTES:This episode was written & produced by Casey Emmerling.From the springy jump sound to the iconic Overworld Theme, the sound of Super Mario Bros. is instantly recognizable. With just five lo-fi audio channels and 40 kilobytes of space, composer Koji Kondo created a soundscape full of unforgettable melodies. In this episode, we explore how Kondo’s playful instincts, rhythmic trickery, and love of jazz fusion defined th...
2025-10-3133 min
The Collab CollectionBONUS: The Sound of Collaboration on The Freelance MonocleThe Collab Collection is still on a break after season 1 but we wanted to share a bonus episode. This is a conversation host Wesley Slover had on the podcast The Freelance Monocle. The Freelance Monocle is available wherever you get podcasts. thefreelancemonocle.libsyn.com
2025-09-0835 min
The Collab CollectionVideogame Music Composition: Finding Your VoiceThis is the last episode of Season 1. We're going to take a break but we'll back after collecting some more collaboration stories and insights! In this episode of 'The Collab Collection we hear from Josh Carro, the in-house composer at Gearbox Entertainment. Known for his work composing music for the videogames "Tiny Tina's Wonderlands" and "Borderlands 4", Josh shares insights on how his early fascination with percussion evolved into a unique approach to music composition. He discusses his transition from experimental and modular compositions to video game music, highlighting the importance of encouragement, collaboration, and continuously...
2025-07-0216 min
The Collab CollectionMaking Community: The Power of a MeetupIn this episode, we hear from Mikee Steinberg and Andrew Hoag, the founders of XR Motion, a meetup for digital artists in Brooklyn. They share how XR Motion started with just a few people and has grown over five years into a thriving community. They also give some practical tips for anyone looking to start their own meetup group. -- XR Motion: www.xrmotion.com Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio
2025-06-2514 min
The Collab CollectionCreative Identity: Establishing Balance as a Working ArtistThis episode features Leigh Williamson, an art director, animator, and illustrator, who shares his profound encounter with burnout after a challenging project for a company presentation. Leigh's story highlights the emotional struggles faced by creatives whose identities are intertwined with their work. After experiencing severe burnout and depression, Leigh embarked on a journey of self-discovery and recovery. -- Find Leigh's work at: www.leighwilliamson.com Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio
2025-06-1813 min
The Collab CollectionFilm Trailer Editing: Finding FulfillmentIn this episode, we hear from Yuhei Ogawa, film trailer editor and host of the podcast Creative Kind. Yuhei discusses the cutthroat nature of the trailer editing industry and his journey from working on reality TV to editing film trailers at Trailer Park, one of the major trailer agencies. The conversation delves into Yuhei's challenges, the competitive work environment, and the importance of autonomy and communication in the creative process. -- Listen to CREATIVE. KIND. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441215 Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a...
2025-06-1113 min
The Collab CollectionMusic Visualization: Bridging the GapIn this episode, we hear from Brandon Parvini, a design and technical director about his experience in the music industry. Brandon recounts his early career, co-founding a design company named Ghost Town amid shrinking music video budgets in the early 2000s. He shares insights from working with major music acts, including a challenging project for the band Alkaline Trio and the collaborative experience of partnering with Linkin Park. Brandon underscores the importance of direct communication and managing expectations in creative projects, highlighting lessons learned from both successes and obstacles faced along the way.
2025-06-0415 min
The Collab CollectionCreative Partnership: Lessons in Professional CommunicationIn this episode, we explore the intricacies of effective communication with graphic designer Audrey Havey. Audrey shares insights from her freelance career, working with brands like Adobe, the Phoenix Suns, and Riot Games. She emphasizes the importance of 'over-communicating' to ensure clarity and alignment, discussing strategies like reiterating project goals and breaking down information using hierarchy. -- Audrey's Website: audreyhavey.com Audrey's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCWXBeWg4SHFUXp7KfxUIFWA Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our s...
2025-05-2813 min
The Collab CollectionJazz Performance: Syncing CreativityIn this episode we explore the intricacies of jazz improvisation and collaboration with guitarist Gregg Belisle-Chi. Gregg speaks to the unique appeal of live jazz, the challenges and rewards of playing unpredictable music, and the importance of trust, listening, and leadership in a band. -- Follow Gregg online at: instagram.com/greggbc/ Explore Gregg's Patreon where he shares lessons in guitar, improvisation, and composition. patreon.com/greggbc Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and m...
2025-05-2113 min
The Collab CollectionCreative Production: Guiding Artistic EndeavorsIn this episode of 'The Collab Collection' we speakwith Rebecca Olson and Dr. Kacey Warren who teach post producing through their company Deducers. We explore and learn from the way producers are like guides to the post production and motion graphics process. The conversation highlights how they guide projects by being empathetic, building understanding, and fostering cooperation, all while managing resources and navigating ambiguities. -- For more information about their teaching and coaching deducers.com Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus...
2025-05-1413 min
The Collab CollectionMural Painting: Connecting Art, Nature, and Community In this episode, we explore the journey behind the creation of the 'Pleasant Peninsula' mural in Grand Rapids. Artist Eddie Chaffer, who uses the alias Son Visual, shares the challenges and triumphs of bringing this nature-inspired artwork to life. Initially faced with opposition from new condo owners and practical obstacles, Eddie enlisted the support of local environmental organizations and the community. What began as a mural project evolved into a larger collaborative festival emphasizing ecological awareness. -- Son Visual: www.sonvisualco.com Pleasant Penninsula: www.pleasantpeninsula.org Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio
2025-05-0712 min
The Collab CollectionArt Direction: Military Lessons in Creative LeadershipIn this episode we speak with Jeffery Lawson, an Army veteran and art director. Jeffery shares his journey from military life to a career in art, highlighting the valuable leadership and mentorship lessons he learned during his service. These lessons, such as putting others first, effective communication, and fostering independence, have been pivotal in his role as an art director. Jeffery emphasizes the importance of seeking out mentors and passing on knowledge to others, illustrating how military principles can enrich collaborative creative work. -- Jeffery's portfolio: www.jefferyl.com ...
2025-05-0110 min
The Collab CollectionRobotics UX: Creating a CharacterThis is the final episode in our four part series of longerform episodes. There were some stories we wanted to tell that didn't fit neatly into our usual format so we decided to bring them to you as a miniseries over the next few weeks. This week hear from UX designer Jonathan Ota and Sound Designer Mike Forst about how their team approached designing Amazon's first home robot, Astro. --- Get in touch: thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Hear our work at www...
2025-04-2325 min
The Collab CollectionCreative Community: Summer Camp for DesignersThis is the third in a four part series of longerform episodes. There were some stories we wanted to tell that didn't fit neatly into our usual format so we decided to bring them to you as a miniseries over the next few weeks. This week Wesley reports back from Camp Mograph, a summer camp for motion designers to explore the collaborative role of community in creativity. --- Tickets for Camp Mograph 2026 goes on sale April 20th Visit campmograph.com for more info
2025-04-1626 min
The Collab CollectionAirports: Controlling Noise to Create a Better ExperienceThis is the second in a four part series of longerform episodes. There were some stories we wanted to tell that didn't fit neatly into our usual format so we decided to bring them to you as a miniseries over the next few weeks. In this episode we explore noise pollution in airports. Often a great amount of attention is given to how a place looks but not how it sounds. This week we hear from Christopher Birch the director of Guest Experience at SFO and Johannes Sittig of Sittig Technologies about the ways they've...
2025-04-0923 min
Scoring NotesTune Tech: Distortion, sequencers, Auto-Tune, and moreWe’re very pleased to bring you this episode, and more to come in the future, thanks to our friends at Twenty Thousand Hertz, a podcast that tells the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds.
From electric guitars to samplers to drum machines and beyond, the music we love is only possible thanks to the technology used to create it. In many ways, the history of popular music is really a history of technological innovation. In this episode, Twenty Thousand Hertz partnered with BandLab to unpack four inventions that changed music forever. Featuring auth...
2025-04-0539 min
The Collab CollectionGame Dev: Collaborating with Sound and MusicThis is the first in a four part series of longerform episodes. There were some stories we wanted to tell that didn't fit neatly into our usual format so we decided to bring them to you as a miniseries over the next few weeks. In this episode we speak with the team behind the indie game "Tunic". Developer Andrew Shouldice, musicians Terrence Lee and Janice Kwan, and Kevin Regamy reveal how their collaborative process enhanced the game's mysterious world. The team explains how establishing core "design pillars" guided their creative decisions, creating a...
2025-04-0233 min
The Collab CollectionBreak This Week + Series of Longer Episodes Coming Up The Collab Collection is taking a break this week but we're excited to announce that next we will be kicking off a short series of longer episodes. There were some stories we wanted to tell that just worked better in a longer format and we're excited to share them with you! Thanks for listening, we’ll be back next week with an episode about the collaboration between sound, music, and development for the videogame "Tunic".
2025-03-2600 min
The Collab CollectionImprov Comedy: Making Your Partner Look Good In this episode we speak with improv instructor Josh Heller. A systems engineer by day and improv performer by night, Josh explains how improv comedy teaches valuable collaborative skills that extend far beyond the stage. He shares insights on improv's core principles like "Yes, And," making your partner look good, and bringing "a brick, not a cathedral" to allow space for true collaboration. His story demonstrates how improv's collaborative mindset translates to professional settings, fostering better communication and problem-solving in imperfect scenarios. -- Connect with us! thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio ...
2025-03-1910 min
The Collab CollectionBrand Design: The Art of Creative PartnershipIn this episode we hear from Lindsey Laseter, co-founder of design studio Lasso. Lindsey shares how she and her husband Allen transformed their individual freelance practices into a successful creative partnership. She discusses the importance of self-reflection in creative work, navigating the delicate balance of being business partners and spouses, and developing the confidence to have difficult conversations with clients. Lindsey's story illustrates how establishing clear boundaries and maintaining genuine human connections can lead to more fulfilling creative collaborations. -- Lasso Studio: www.lassostud.io Connect with us! thecollabcollection...
2025-03-1208 min
The Collab CollectionMusic Mastering: Bridging Art and EngineeringIn this episode we hear from Trevor Richardson about his work mastering music recordings. Trevor pulls back the curtain on the often mysterious final stage of music production, sharing how he builds trust with artists before putting the finishing touches on their songs. He discusses his approach to translating technical processes into meaningful conversations with musicians, and explains why clear communication is essential when working with deeply personal creative projects. Trevor's story highlights the delicate balance between technical expertise and emotional intelligence in creative collaboration. -- Trevor's website: trevorjrichardson.com
2025-03-0508 min
The Collab CollectionGames Writing: Balance in Creative PartnershipIn this episode we speak with Hannah Wilder, a games writer working in interactive fiction. Through her experience writing a choose-your-own-adventure style video game, Hannah shares insights into the delicate balance between creative vision and collaborative feedback. She discusses how mutual respect and trust with her producer enabled her to both defend and refine her ideas, while revealing the importance of maintaining professional distance from creative work that isn't solely your own. Hannah's story illustrates how effective creative partnerships can help transform constructive criticism into stronger storytelling, while highlighting the value of balanced feedback that...
2025-02-2610 min
The Collab CollectionPodcast Production: Growth Through CollaborationIn this episode we speak with Kayla Edwards about her work as a producer at the On Being Project. Starting as a production assistant and rising to producer, Kayla shares her journey of growth through collaborative learning at the On Being Project. She discusses how mentorship and a supportive team environment enabled her development from administrative tasks to creative audio production, while offering insights into giving feedback, respecting different creative perspectives, and creating space for innovation even as a beginner. Kayla's story demonstrates how thoughtful collaboration can foster both individual growth and stronger creative outcomes...
2025-02-1910 min
The Collab CollectionPodcast Production: Collaborative EditingIn this episode we speak with Gautam Srikishan, producer, engineer, and composer at the On Being Project. As a key member of the Poetry Unbound podcast team, Gautam reveals their unique collaborative editing process, where 6-7 editors collectively review and refine each episode. He discusses how the team balances diverse perspectives, navigates creative disagreements, and maintains a culture of respectful critique while creating compelling podcast episodes. Gautam's story illustrates how collective creativity, mutual trust, and individual expertise can come together to craft nuanced storytelling. -- Gautam's Website: www.floatingfast.com
2025-02-1208 min
The Collab CollectionMotion Design: Making Music an Essential Creative PartnerIn this episode we speak with Jorge Canedo, creative director and founder of animation studio Ordinary Folk. From their formation in 2019, Ordinary Folk has stood out for their seamless integration of visuals and sound in their work. Jorge reveals their collaborative process with composers, sharing how early musical involvement and careful planning leads to stronger creative outcomes. He discusses their methodical approach to establishing creative direction, managing client relationships, and ensuring music remains an essential storytelling element rather than an afterthought. Jorge's story demonstrates how thoughtful communication and mutual trust between creative partners can elevate...
2025-02-0507 min
The Collab CollectionInvestigative Journalism: Building Trust and ConnectionIn this episode we speak with investigative reporter and podcast producer Jenn Amell. As producer of the true crime podcast Dark Valley, Jenn shares her approach to interviewing subjects about deeply traumatic experiences. She discusses the delicate balance between journalistic integrity and human connection, offering insights into building trust, practicing radical transparency, and the power of active listening in sensitive interviews. Jenn's story reveals how thoughtful collaboration between journalist and subject can lead to meaningful outcomes for both parties, while highlighting the ethical complexities of working with traumatic stories. -- Missing...
2025-01-2914 min
The Collab CollectionFiction Editing: Inviting Outside Perspective While Maintaining Your Artistic VoiceIn this episode we speak with speculative fiction author and editor Rebecca E Treasure. As both a published author and managing editor at Apex Magazine, Rebecca offers a unique perspective on the delicate balance between maintaining artistic vision and incorporating outside feedback. She shares insights on the different approaches to editing, from working with individual authors to curating content for a magazine audience, and discusses how to navigate feedback while preserving the unique voice that makes creative work compelling. Rebecca's story illustrates the value of finding the right feedback partners and highlights the collaborative nature...
2025-01-2208 min
The Collab CollectionAction Sports Filmmaking: Scrappy DIY to Big Budget Teamwork In this episode we speak with filmmaker Blake Kueny. Famous for his action sports films, Blake recounts his journey from shooting local sports events as a 12-year-old to leading high-budget productions with some of the world's top athletes. He shares insights on creative collaborations, the challenges of managing large teams, and the art of dealing with various stakeholders to execute successful projects. Blake's story showcases the evolution of filmmaking in the action sports genre and underlines the importance of trust and communication in creative projects. --- Blake's Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
2025-01-1509 min
The Collab CollectionIntroducing The Collab CollectionThe Collab Collection is a collection of stories and useful insights about creative collaboration. As humans, working together is our superpower, but it's not easy. To grow as a collaborator, host Wesley Slover speaks with all sorts of creative people to gather their stories and useful insights about creative collaboration. Then we present them as succinct 15 minute or less episodes. Website: thecollabcollection.libsyn.com Contact: thecollabcollection@sanctus.audio The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Visit sanctus.audio for more info and if you could use a sonic collaborator...
2025-01-0602 min
Scoring NotesFrom cylinders to streamingThis episode was written by Andrew Anderson.
We’re very pleased to bring you this episode, and more to come in the future, thanks to our friends at Twenty Thousand Hertz, a podcast that tells the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds.
The history of recorded sound stretches back over a hundred and fifty years, starting with a device that could “record” a voice on a piece of paper. Today, we can enjoy lossless streaming anywhere we go… but getting here wasn’t easy. In this episode, our friends at Twenty Thousand Her...
2025-01-0440 min
Tell Me About Your BikeTell Me About Your Bike, Kyle, Part 1Send us a textIn the eighth episode of Tell Me About Your Bike, I take a ride with fellow Jimmy John’s bike courier Kyle Goshen. If you enjoy the essays by Paul Fournel that I read, please buy a copy of “Need for the Bike,” and give it to a cyclist or your favorite bike mechanic for Christmas. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0803269099/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_7rS4DbNDJ8C21 Learn more about the Slover Sound Studio and the Slover Creative Studios at the Norfolk’s public Slover Library: https://www.sloverlibrary.com/creative...
2024-02-0346 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 23: Season 1 FinaleIn this episode, we close out Season 1 of the podcast and discuss what a refocused Season 2 will center on.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2021-04-0620 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 22: Getting Better and Gateway ScoopsIn this episode, we talk about what it takes to get a little better at Netrunner, and spoil some sweet HB cards from System Gateway. This was recorded before we had the full list of Gateway cards or even final card text, so some takes may have cooled in the interim.Links to spoiled cards:Luminal Transubstantiation: https://tinyurl.com/yzcf7bd8Sprint: https://tinyurl.com/yhto6pxfSeamless Launch: https://tinyurl.com/yhmpae9jManegarm Skunkworks: https://tinyurl.com/yh3crahuMusic credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR
2021-03-171h 02
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 21: KTNR Holiday SpecialIn this very special episode, we celebrate the season, talk about Salvaged Memories and the delay of System Gateway, and engage in some mild time travel.Shadow Net baking contest: https://reddit.com/r/Netrunner/comments/k8kecg/netrunner_christmas_bakeoff_more_details_in/Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2020-12-2426 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 20: Worlds 2020In this episode, we talk about Worlds from the perspective of the bottom tables, including an interview with DanB about his Itinerant Pro-testers.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2020-10-211h 09
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 19: Peak Competitive SeasonIn this episode, we discuss the recent online Black Lives Matter, Continentals, and Intercontinentals tournaments, look forward to worlds, and welcome a new Netrunner podcast with only a small amount of insecurity.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2020-09-2438 min
The Sausage FactoryThe Sausage Factory Episode 290: ThoriumShow host and producer Chris O'Regan chats to Derek Johnson and Clint Tasker of Thorium about the design and development of their rogue-lite action adventure, Undermine.
Undermine is one of the most well crafted games we have encountered so far and we were very happy to get Thorium behind the mic to chat about how and why this is the case.
http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/sausage/TSF_Episode290.mp3
Music is be Welsey Slover - Sound cloud link: https://wesley-slover.bandcamp.com/album/undermine-original-videogame-soundtrack
Tracks featured:
1. Undermine Theme
2. A Loyal Customer
3. Let's Suffer Together
2020-08-211h 06
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 17: Design InterviewJoin us for a great interview with McGregor Crowley, NISEI Associate Designer, to talk about designing Netrunner and game design more generally. We also talk about the many non-NISEI efforts that are helping keep the game strong.Eniteris R&R Alt Art Set: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/marketplace/reign-and-reverie.htmlHacktivist tournaments: https://forum.stimhack.com/t/hacktivist-tournaments/10643Green Level Clearance (for new players especially): https://discord.gg/v9X4QnTrace League: https://forum.stimhack.com/t/the-trace-five-online-league/10608/3Terence's tournament: http://tiny.cc/jnettourneyMusic credit: Wesley...
2020-03-041h 11
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 16: UprisingJoin us as we talk about our favorite deck archetypes and cards from Uprising. NISEI has finished their first cycle and we're excited!Errors: OK we made a few mistakes this episode: we neglected to acknowledge our wonderful non-email commenters on Reddit and other places; Ghost Runner costs 1, not 0; we talked about the Weyland cards but moved on before mentioning how great Wall to Wall is in Earth Station; and we may have talked too much about Star Wars for a Netrunner podcast.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This...
2020-01-1459 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 15: Uprising ScoopsA quick episode spoiling two new cards from Uprising for community spoiler week. Come check out Winchester and Konjin with us!Winchester: http://bit.ly/winchesterspoilerKonjin: http://bit.ly/konjinspoilerMusic credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-12-0312 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 14: System Gateway and US NationalsWe talk today about System Gateway and bring you discussion of and from-the-field interviews from US Nationals.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-11-2841 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 13: Worlds 2019 Day 3 InterviewsOne last time, we bring you interviews from Worlds, this time with Standard champions, both CableCarnage from the Nisei Standard Jnet event and Pinsel, the new world champion! Stick around for the latest news from NISEI and maybe even some spoilers found nowhere else!Interview selfie gallery here (including my selfie with the World Champion mat): https://photos.app.goo.gl/Q2FauNFSo665C6m76Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
2019-10-0719 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 12: Worlds 2019 Day 2 InterviewsBack for more, we bring you interviews with four more Netrunner luminaries recorded TODAY at the official day 1 of the NISEI world championships. Enjoy our conversations with Joe/Paranoid, Duncan/Krembler, Johno, and Elwin/Jakuza!Interview selfie gallery here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/za1mVp7AGELvMQh48Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-10-0621 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 11: Worlds 2019 Day 1 InterviewsHot off the presses, we bring you interviews with six Netrunner luminaries recorded TODAY at the Crown of Lasers event preceding the NISEI world championships. Enjoy our conversations with Patrick/BlueHG, Constantin/Kelfecil, Paul/HerbartKlopstock, Dan/CodeMarvelous, Beckett, and Seamus!Interview selfie gallery here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/hjLW9GnMikyUWMr79Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-10-0425 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 10: Uprising Booster Pack and MWL 3.4In this shorter episode, we talk about the recently released Uprising booster pack and MWL 3.4. The cardpool for Worlds is set now, time to get excited!Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-09-1730 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 9: Competitive Season and Ian Witt InterviewIn this episode, we talk about the many competitive events in our near past and future, including Worlds, US Nationals, Portland Regionals, Stimhack Online Cache Refresh 10, and a recent event we hosted with special guest star and NISEI lead web developer Ian Witt (who was kind enough to grant us an interview, and I promise the audio gets better as you go!). Join us to celebrate the rising crescendo of 2019 Netrunner!Joe Schupp GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/get-the-world-champ-to-worldsMusic credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public...
2019-09-0452 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 8: Regionals Season and Creation & ControlBack from podcast parental leave, we catch up on the news, talk about Regionals season, and review Creation & Control.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-07-1346 min
Working Class AudioWCA #227 with Wesley SloverWesley Slover founded Sono Sanctus in 2011 as a means to freelance in music and sound design. He creates sound design and music for films, ads, apps, games, installations, and hardware with an emphasis on the intersection of sound and music. Some of his client list includes: Dolby, Spotify, Casper, Google, Facebook, the Atlanta Falcons, and Airbnb.About this interview:Wesley joins me to talk about the art & craft of sound design, scheduling, family time, the cassette tape guy, making stuff and church sound. Enjoy! -MattLinks and Show Notes:Wesley’s company: http...
2019-04-2345 min
Working Class AudioWCA #227 with Wesley SloverWorking Class Audio #227 with Wesley Slover!!!Wesley Slover founded Sono Sanctus in 2011 as a means to freelance in music and sound design. He creates sound design and music for films, ads, apps, games, installations, and hardware with an emphasis on the intersection of sound and music. Some of his client list includes: Dolby, Spotify, Casper, Google, Facebook, the Atlanta Falcons, and Airbnb.About this interview:Wesley joins me to talk about the art & craft of sound design, scheduling, family time, the cassette tape guy, making stuff and church sound. Enjoy! -Matt
2019-04-2250 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 7: Store Champs and DownfallIn this episode, we talk about the recent Portland Store Champs, including the exciting prize support. After that, we discuss the cards from Downfall we're most excited about.Mugs: https://www.instagram.com/p/BvGQFECA9pv/Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-03-3145 min
The Freelance Monocle Podcast007 - The Sound of Freelance w/ Wesley SloverIn this episode we are joined by sound designer Wesley Slover (aka Sono Sanctus). Wesley began his freelance career by opening a small remote studio with a network of talented musicians and audio engineers. We chat about the growing pains of starting his own small studio, but he also elaborates on the joys and benefits it has brought to his personal life and professional career. Contact Info for Wesley Slover sonosanctus.com Twitter: @sonosanctus Links Mentioned in this Episode Jordan Scott - Motion Designer ...
2019-02-1856 minThe Freelance Monocle Podcast005 - Freelancing in Los Angeles w/ Zach ChristyIn this episode we have a candid chat with freelancer and motion graphics artist Zach Christy. He tells us his personal experiences of freelancing with various shops in Los Angeles, and how his initial leap into freelance wasn't as he expected. He walks us through some unfavorable experiences he's had, and how becoming debt free gave him the ability to be more selective with his work. Zach's work and social media accounts: http://www.zachchristy.com/ https://vimeo.com/zachchristy https://www.instagram.com/zachinpublic/ https...
2019-01-281h 32
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 5: Core GNK ReviewNot resting on our tiny laurels, we're back with Episode 5! We have listener feedback from several new sources, we review the news (including our own NISEI interview), and we talk about our experience playing in and hosting a GNK. Glean tips for the upcoming Core Experience NISEI tournament and more!Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-01-2351 minThe Freelance Monocle Podcast004 - Taking More Control of the Steering Wheel w/ Joey KorenmanIn today's episode we are joined by the founder of School of Motion, Joey Korenman. We talk about Joey's experience in the world of freelance and some of the challenges he faced when making the transition. We then dive into other challenges he's faced as his career progressed into being a studio owner and more recently the founder of School of Motion. He shares some amazing insight into the struggles many of us face when considering the leap, and offers some very enlightening viewpoints. Links to resources mentioned in this episode: Contracts for Mo...
2019-01-211h 05The Freelance Monocle Podcast003 - Freelance Contracts and Defining Your Own Success w/ Hayley AkinsToday we're joined by Hayley Akins from the Motion Hatch podcast. Hayley's podcast focuses more on the business side of freelance, and has some really amazing guests on her show. Hayley recently created a fantastic resource for freelancers called "The Freelance Contract Bundle". On this episode we talk to Hayley about this helpful resource for freelancers, and also talk about her background in the field. She talks about what brought her to create this tool, and also what she values in her own career. You can find more information about The Freelance Contract Bundle at this link: ht...
2019-01-1450 minThe Freelance Monocle Podcast002 - Going Freelance After 15 Years of Being a Business Owner w/ Tony AgliataIn this episode we have freelancer Tony Agliata joining the conversation with us. Tony currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with his family and previously owned his own business with other partners for 15 years. After much deliberation, Tony made the transition into the freelance world and discusses with us the many topics that run through our minds when making this life-changing decision. He tells us how he first got into the industry and how he dealt with the common fears of going freelance, especially when providing for a family. You can follow Tony and find out more about h...
2019-01-0742 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 4: Core 2019 Play ImpressionsWe braved cold/holiday season to bring you Episode 4! We'll wrap up our coverage of the Stimhack Online Cache Refresh Tournament, share our impressions after several games of the Core Experience format, and talk about the plans for hosting our first ever event.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2019-01-0245 minThe Freelance Monocle PodcastNavigating the Hold System and Setting the Tone as a Freelancer w/ Ryan SummersToday we have Ryan Summers on the podcast to chat about the freelance world, and he shares his insight on some of his experiences with freelance. Ryan has worked at some very notable places in LA and Chicago, and has a ton of great experience and knowledge in the field of motion design and visual effects. He shares with us some of the challenges he faced while freelancing, specifically with a big late payment issue and also navigating the hold system. Ryan also shares with us not only the challenges he's faced as a freelancer, but also a...
2018-12-281h 06The Freelance Monocle PodcastIntroducing The Freelance MonocleThe Freelance Monocle is a lens into the freelance life of motion design. The conversations we have on the show are meant to dive deeper into the nuances of freelance that people may not be familiar with, or that aren't widely discussed. These might include topics such as dealing with late payments, managing the hold system, how to build a better network and client base, available tools that help with your freelance career, and more. We ultimately want to empower the freelancer by sharing detailed accounts from active professionals in the field, and offer solutions and tools t...
2018-12-2802 min
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 3: Core 2019 CorpEpisode 3 is upon us! We talk about the recent NISEI Eternal tournament and Cache Refresh, finish our review of Terminal Directive, premier the Netrunner Dad Joke segment, and discuss the changes to the Corp side in System Core 2019.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2018-12-121h 11
Kitchen Table NetrunnerEpisode 2: Core 2019 RunnerWe made it to episode 2, now with audio editing and music! We'll talk about the news from NISEI, our exploration of the Netrunner back catalog, and an in-depth look at the Core 2019 runner cards.Music credit: Wesley Slover and KELLR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tristanmarkwell.substack.com
2018-11-271h 08
Motion Hatch: Helping Motion Designers Do Better Business013: How To Think About Sound Design & Music As An Animator w/ Wesley Slover✨🗺️ Learn more about Creative & Coin here: https://link.motionhatch.com/coin Get 25% off for life when you join before midnight PST on the 26th of August. As designers, a lot of us love to think that we are in complete control over the outcome and success of our projects. But how many times have you been blown away after the sound designer worked their magic on it? As I share in the episode, I experience this on pretty much every project I work on. Today we’re diving into the audio side of the animation world with o...
2018-03-0656 min
AnimalatorsWesley SloverWesley Slover is the founder of Sono Sanctus, a sound design studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan. On the episode, we talk about Wesley’s music library, learning to think like a designer, and his love for game development. Links: Website: sonosanctus.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/SonoSanctus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wslover/ Marmoset Music: https://www.marmosetmusic.com/ Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences: http://www.cras.edu/ Twenty Thousand Hertz: https://www.20k.org/ Jordan Scott: https://t.co/LvQ...
2018-01-2658 min
Shipment from ChiLoDaily Laundry Dirty CastsRoss and I discuss the Haas-Bioroid "glacier" archetype and the interesting deckbuilding choices involved in making such a deck.
[2:40] Searchlight: Ross
[7:45] Collaboration & Control: Timesuck
Willingdone's History of HB Glacier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cX1ynXdRmFQ&list=PLBHiTkdWCxnSzEwCDwGH4NEp8-fAKzm0h
Today's Deck: https://netrunnerdb.com/en/decklist/43111/timesuck-shipment-from-chilo-
[46:40] Levy University: Glacier Remote Scoring
[59:00] Game: Gotta Catch'em All
Theme music graciously provided by Foundation: https://wesley-slover.bandcamp.com/album/foundation
2017-05-301h 05