
Bonfire Conversations
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.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.Available on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://li.sten.to/bdrq39ec
Latest episodes

Jan 30, 2024 • 1h
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...

Nov 14, 2023 • 42min
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

Nov 7, 2023 • 30min
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

Oct 11, 2023 • 1h 3min
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

Sep 19, 2023 • 50min
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

Sep 12, 2023 • 44min
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

Sep 5, 2023 • 52min
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

Aug 14, 2023 • 56min
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

Jun 26, 2023 • 38min
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...

May 9, 2023 • 38min
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