Join us for another episode as we sit down with actor, musician, astronomer, Tim Russ (Star Trek: Voyager). Tim gave us sound insight into how any creative can pursue their passion by keeping "your overheads down" completely changing our perspective as a writer and photographer. We had an amazing time with Tim.

We talk about setting short term goals, being work optional, finding the rage to forge a successful path, refusing to give up, staying in the game, what he would do differently if he were starting out today, having to hit the reset button after a gig that had longevity, playing music, writing songs for a kid's CD, the random universe, being a realist, the love of space, science, and telescopes, real life warp drive, and awe inspiring discoveries of galaxies. Then towards the tail end of the show we start asking questions like 'does intelligent life exist in our galaxy?', 'have aliens visited earth?, 'how many alien cultures have gone extinct?'. 'is the government covering up alien life?' and 'are aliens travelling through time to visit earth?'. It was a good trip to ponder these questions!

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We were lucky enough to be joined by actress, teacher, and all round charitable and upbeat individual, Bonita Friedericy (Malcolm in the Middle, MONK, Chuck). Bonita is also the wife of former guest of the show, John Billingsley who crashes the podcast mid way through the episode.

We have a very raw, deep, and honest conversation about all facets of life as we discover the rules of life Bonita lives by, staying positive, the power of now, the importance of therapy and how it shaped her for the future, the illusion of control, solitude, teaching, being a sixth grade counselor, volunteer and charity work, learning to override the wiring in the way one behaves, beauty, love, and of course we talk about the relationship Bonita has with John and how they met.

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Join us as we sit down for a fun and energetic conversation with film and television composer, record producer, former member of Nine Inch Nails, and the mind behind the musical crescendo in the Saw film franchise, Charlie Clouser! In honour of this episode's guest, we've also temporally changed our theme music to the "Hello Zepp" music as discussed in our conversation.

Charlie starts by telling us the love he has for Australia. Then we launch the show officially as we cover the film franchise, he has now composed music for in the last 20 years, covering 10 films with Saw. We discuss the "Hello Zepp" theme, the Saw films as a whole, creative control, discovering music, getting a big break working at a music store and then ultimately getting fired, the importance of having good communication skills, remaining curious, deadlines, reputation, taking sounds from everyday life and applying them to pieces of music, The Beatles, advice for anyone in creative fields, and a whole lot more!

This episode was a fine example of what we love getting out of this podcast.

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In a very special episode of the podcast we're joined by a very senior former colleague of ours and recently retired, Phil Hyland. It's a big one!

We talk about adjusting to retirement, get a peak into Phil's childhood, living on an air force base, an early business endeavor of selling snakes, curiosity for exploring, life lessons, introspection, getting married and starting a family early, growing within a relationship, travels in the campervan, stress, looking back on career decisions, Phil's relationship with God, church, music, friendships, mortality, Phil's life philosophy and a whole lot more!

With advanced age comes great wisdom? You'll have to listen to find out!

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For this episode, we're joined by John Billingsley (Star Trek: Enterprise, The X-Files, Stargate SG1, The Mentalist, The Man from Earth, 24, among many other credits). Recorded during the WGA strike and prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike in June 2023.

We talk about John's most obscure credit, not having a fallback, the lengthy apprenticeship as an artist, selling Star Trek, disruptive technology, disparity, the love of books and reading, working with Scott Bakula & Denzel Washington, charitable work, giving back, Trektalks, and The Hollywood Food Coalition along with many other topics.

Please have a look into John's work with the Hollywood Food Coalition below.

https://hofoco.org/

Also, keep an eye out for Trek Talks, happening January 13th, 2024

https://www.trektalks.net/

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For this episode, we sat down with Nana Visitor (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Family Guy, Ted 2, Battlestar Galactica, Torchwood). Recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike and during the WGA strike in June 2023.

We gain some insight into Nana's early days as an up and coming actress, not becoming boxed in, allowing room for failure, having an amateur's mindset, the competitive nature of the industry, selling Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, working on Family Guy, and feminism.

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Join us in an exciting two-hour conversation with Dr. Oleg Beyda, a history and philosophy guru at the University of Melbourne. Dive into forgotten tales of World War II and Russian history, led by Dr. Beyda's intriguing storytelling. Venturing into deep thinking, the podcast tackles philosophers like Nietzsche and Dostoevsky, pondering life's meaning and existence. Dr. Beyda's profound thoughts about life's purpose will make you ponder long after the episode ends.This lively exchange combines history, philosophy, and fascinating stories that captivate and stir curiosity. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about life's mysteries, this episode promises an engaging journey through time and thought.

Tune in to "Game of Life with Dan and Harman" for an engaging exploration of history, philosophy, and the quest for life's meaning.

Dr. Oleg's Socials:

https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/814779-oleg-beyda

https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleg-beyda-b7360b91/?originalSubdomain=au

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In our recent podcast episode, we embarked on an illuminating journey with the engaging anthropologist, Dr. Violeta Schubert. Her profound love for anthropology led to a riveting conversation that traversed the realms of life, culture, society, and history.

Throughout the episode, Violeta's captivating storytelling transported us through diverse cultural landscapes, weaving historical insights into the vibrant tapestry of contemporary societies. From her immigrant upbringing in Australia to her passionate pursuit of anthropology at Melbourne University, her personal journey deeply influenced her perspective.

Our discussion wasn't confined to traditional boundaries; we explored the intriguing intersection of anthropology and psychedelics, offering a unique lens into the complex facets of culture, identity, and human experiences.

Despite the challenge of containing Violeta's enthusiasm, the episode emerged as an immersive exploration, leaving listeners enriched with a deeper understanding of anthropology's profound impact on our lives and societal fabric. Join us on this captivating voyage through anthropology and the enthralling narrative of Violeta's life.

Violeta's socials:

https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/3213-violeta-schubert

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-violeta-schubert-30756619/?originalSubdomain=au

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Embark on a cosmic journey with the charming Professor Alan Duffy in our latest episode of "Game of Life with Dan and Harman." With his infectious Irish charm and a perpetual smile, Professor Duffy led us through the mysteries of the universe, sharing his expertise on stars, galaxies, and the enigmatic world of dark matter.

We delved into his astrophysical background, where he creates simulated universes on supercomputers to unravel the secrets of galaxy formation within vast dark matter clouds. Professor Duffy also shared his insights into the fascinating field of artificial intelligence, shedding light on the latest developments and how it's shaping our world.

This episode was an enlightening and captivating exploration of the cosmos and the cutting-edge world of AI, showcasing Professor Duffy's exceptional communication skills and unwavering passion for unraveling the universe's deepest mysteries. Don't miss this cosmic odyssey combined with a glimpse into the future of AI!

You can reach Professor Alan Duffy here :

https://www.alanrduffy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanrduffy/

https://x.com/astroduff?s=20

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