
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

Nov 30, 2021 • 57min
Interview: Director of Guardians of the Galaxy and Deus Ex on His Life, and Career
A conversation with Jean-Francois Dugas, the director of Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, and Guardians of the Galaxy.We talk about his life, career, looking back at Deus Ex games, and if there will be another one in the work. Also, we talk about today's political and cultural changes compared to the time when Deus Ex came out.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating and sup...

Oct 20, 2021 • 40min
Interview: Brandon Campbell on Composing for Amazon's New World, Ramin Djawadi and His Career
In this episode of Wassup Conversations, I had a chat with the amazing Brandon Campbell, , the co-composer of Amazon’s New World. A fantastic MMO with great music from Ramin Djawadi and Brandon. He started his career at Hans Zimmer’s Remote Control Productions and has been the co-composer of Ramin Djawadi on many great projects such as Westword, Person of Interest, Game of Thrones and Gears of War franchise.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https:...

Aug 24, 2021 • 40min
Interview: Jordan Mechner on His New Book, And the Legacy of Prince of Persia
In this episode of Wassup Conversations, I had a chat with Jordan Mechner, the original creator of Prince of Persia about his new book "Samak the Ayyar A Tale of Ancient Persia". The story of the book is a wonderful adventure in ancient Persia.We talked about Jordan's life and career, the past and the legacy of Prince of Persia, Assassin's Creed and his love of Persian mythology. You can read more about "Samak the Ayyar" and purchase it from this link:http://cup.columbia.edu/book/samak-t...

Aug 18, 2021 • 55min
Interview: Paweł Błaszczak on Making Music for The Ascent
In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Paweł Błaszczak, the music composer of great games such as The Ascent, Call of Juarez, Dying Light and The Witcher is my guest to talk about his career, his techniques and making a futuristic world in The Ascent.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. Access via this link: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating to Wassup Conversations via this link: https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/suppo...

Jul 19, 2021 • 42min
Interview: Shohreh Aghdashloo (Farsi) | Part 2
گفتگو با شهره آغداشلو، بازیگر افسانهای که نامزد اسکار و برنده تونی شد.در این گفتگو، به زبان فارسی در مورد زندگی، نگرش و هنر شهره صحبت میکنیم.پادکست واساپ کانورسیشنز در یوتیوب و برنامههای مطرح گوش دادن به پادکست از طریق لینک زیر قابل دسترس است:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupلطفا اگر علاقه دارید، از لینک زیر به ما کمک مالی کنید:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and-donationsتویتر حمیدرضا نیکوفر:https://twitter.com/HRNikoofarاینستاگرم حمیدرضا نیکوفر:https://www.instagram.com/hamidrez...

Jul 7, 2021 • 37min
Interview: Shohreh Aghdashloo On Life, Acting, Mass Effect and Destiny (Part 1)
In this episode of Wassup Conversations, the legendary Oscar-nominated and Emmy Winner actress, Shohreh Aghdashloo is my guest to talk about her life, acting and video games, such as Mass Effect and Destiny.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services. Access via this link:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating to Wassup Conversations via this link:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support...Hamidreza Nikoofar's Twitter:https://twitter.com/...

Jun 22, 2021 • 1h 41min
Masterclass: Audio Director of "Outriders" on Sound Design and Mixing
Marcin Czartynski is the audio director of Outriders at People Can Fly. His long and rich career has given us games such as Fortnite, Gears of War, Bulletstorm and Painkiller. In this episode, we talk about his background, sound design, mixing games and Marcin's workflow.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating to Wassup Conversations via this link:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and...

May 12, 2021 • 1h 26min
Masterclass: Doug Cockle Talks About Acting and Voicing Geralt for The Witcher
In this episode of Wassup Conversations, Doug Cockle (Voice actor of Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher game series) goes deep about acting, his methods of preparation, advice for newcomers and his journey as an actor from America to England.Wassup Conversations is on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services.https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wassupPlease consider donating to Wassup Conversations via this link:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and-donationsHamidreza Nikoofar's Twitte...

May 5, 2021 • 1h 5min
Interview: Thierry Dansereau Talks about Art Directing Immortals Fenyx Rising and Assassin's Creed
In this episode, Thierry Dansereau, art director of great games such as Immortals Fenyx Rising and Assassin's Creed Odyssey talks about behind the scene of those games and his general approaches toward creating the visual world of massive games.Please consider donating to Wassup Conversations via this link"https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support-and-donationsYou can watch or listen to Wassup Conversations on YouTube and all the major podcast streaming services:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/wass...

Apr 22, 2021 • 1h 4min
Interview: Scott Phillips on Directing Assassin's Creed games and Immortals Fenyx Rising
In this episode, I celebrate the career of a veteran in the video game industry. Scott Phillips is the director of many great games such as Immortals Fenyx Rising, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, Saints Row The Third and Saints Row 4.We talk about his background, techniques and behind the scene of many great games.Please consider supporting "Wassup Conversations" to help us continue:https://www.nikoofarmusic.com/support...Watch or listen to this conversation from this l...