Field & Foley

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Today, I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Matt Mikkelsen, a sound recordist, sound designer, and documentary filmmaker based in Duluth, Minnesota. With a career dedicated to recording, researching, and preserving natural soundscapes, Matt has collaborated with many big names like Skywalker Sound, Microsoft or Apple.

As the Executive Director of Wilderness Quiet Parks for Quiet Parks International, Matt champions the cause of saving quiet for the benefit of all life. He has also worked closely with Gordon Hempton, "The Sound Tracker," who founded Quiet Parks International. Join us as we delve into Matt's incredible journey and his mission to preserve the world's natural soundscapes.

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Our guest is Aaron Brown, a seasoned audio professional specializing in game audio, music composition, and field recording. Aaron has worked with industry giants like Electronic Arts, Lucasarts and Naughty Dog, contributing to award-winning games such as Call of Duty Vanguard and Uncharted 3. Currently based in Austin, TX, Aaron is an active supporter of the local game audio community and continues to explore new opportunities in the field.

Joining Aaron is Mac Owens, a talented sound designer with a diverse audio background. Mac graduated from Full Sail University with a degree in Recording Arts and has worked on various projects, including game sound and educational audio. Since moving to Austin in 2022, Mac has worked with Arkane Studios on the game Redfall, focusing on sound design, foley, implementation, and mixing. He also founded Clean Wavs for his linear sound work.

Recently, Aaron and Mac documented a detailed session capturing gun sounds, offering valuable insights into preparation, recording techniques, and DAW session management in Reaper, aimed at helping other field recordists succeed.

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Today, we are welcoming three guests, Jeremy S. Bloom, Daniel Timmons and Tony Volante, who all worked on the wonderful documentary "Jim Henson: Idea Man"

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Today I'm excited to have Mikee Goodman as my guest. He is the powerhouse vocalist from SikTh & Primal Rock Rebellion and a versatile voice over talent in the entertainment industry. As a singer, voice artist, casting director, and audio producer, Mikee's creative prowess knows no bounds. From his electrifying performances with bands to his work as the director of voiceover and many of the voices for "Disco Elysium" Mikee's diverse skill set has made a significant impact across music and gaming.

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My guest today is one I have been looking forward to for a while! Thomas Rex Beverly is not just a field recordist and composer – he's a sound explorer on a mission to capture the essence of our changing planet through sound. In a world saturated with noise, Thomas's work celebrates the beauty of pristine natural soundscapes, urging us to reconnect with nature and preserve its wonders for future generations.

From the wild calls of animals to the awe-inspiring symphony of storms, Thomas's recordings transport listeners to the heart of nature's most breath-taking moments.

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Today, I'm thrilled to have Pauli Ondruska and Henry Scott from Remedy Entertainment joining us. With their extensive expertise in game audio, they've played pivotal roles in crafting the intense soundscape of Alan Wake 2.

In this episode, we'll delve into their unique experiences working on such an esteemed franchise, exploring everything from the meticulous recording of foley to the techniques used to bring the game world to life through sound.

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Today, I'm super excited to welcome Faith Abi-Haydar to the show! Faith is a freelance sound designer, mixer, foley artist, and editor with a wealth of experience. She's worked on a massive 2000+ SFX library for Shutterstock at Vaudeville Sound in Vancouver and had her short films shown at the Brooklyn Film Festival. Not only is she proficient in Dolby Atmos mixing, but she's also the one editing and mixing this very podcast!

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Introducing Tony Manfredonia, a Michigan-based composer and singer-songwriter known for his emotive and captivating music. From epic symphonic rock to tender pop-piano ballads, Tony's genre-defying sound takes listeners on extraordinary journeys.

Performing worldwide with esteemed ensembles like the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and collaborating with artists such as The Accidentals and Bob James, Tony Manfredonia's versatility and profound compositions leave an indelible mark on audiences.

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Meet Lewis Thompson: music composer, sound designer, and master of all things audio! From strumming his first guitar at the age of 11 to crafting immersive soundscapes for indie games and cinematic titles like The Quarry and As Dusk Falls, Lewis is a prominent figure in the UK game dev community, organizing meet-ups and events.

And on top of all that he founded a social platform for audio people called Airwiggles!

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