Bonfire Conversations
Hamidreza Nikoofar
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
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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
May 2, 2023 • 48min
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
Apr 25, 2023 • 1h 2min
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...
Mar 16, 2023 • 46min
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
Aug 4, 2022 • 33min
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...
Jul 28, 2022 • 50min
Sam Slater (BF2042, Joker, Chernobyl) on Music Production, Sound Design, and His Latest Album
A conversation with Sam Slater, Score Producer of Joker, Chernobyl and co-composer of Battlefield 2042.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 Twitter:https://twitter.com/HRNikoofarEmad Ameri's Twitter:https://twitter.com/itsemadameriSam Slater's Instagram:https://www.in...
