Press Play and Surrender

By Eoghan McQuinn

A space for in-depth conversation with new and established pioneers in the world of film, TV, theatre and beyond... more

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How many episodes does Press Play and Surrender have?

The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.

Press Play and Surrender episodes:

June 05, 2023 Conor McMahon
I chat to writer director Conor McMahon, best known for his horror comedy films Stitches and Let the Wrong One In. Conor has also directed sketch comedy on Republic of Telly and Callan's Kicks, as well as No Worries If Not. Conor tells me about his influences and fascination with film growing up as well as his approach to directing and the importance of casting.
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33min
May 29, 2023 Jessica Courtney Leen
I chat to filmmaker and actor Jessica Courtney Leen about her background, career, short films 'Bronagh' and 'Not My Sister', her passion for teaching and also our shared obsession with 'Desperate Housewives'.
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56min
May 22, 2023 Naomi Sheridan
This week I chat to Oscar-nominated screenwriter Naomi Sheridan, about her background, her career, the making of 'In America', the business of being a screenwriter and her thoughts on the current Writers Strike.
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45min
May 15, 2023 Aisling O'Sullivan
This week on the show I chat to veteran actress Aisling O Sullivan. Aisling's credits include The Butcher Boy, The Clinic, Raw, Snap, Big Maggie, The Beauty Queen of Leenane, The Approach and a Broadway production of King Lear. I was privileged to have been joined by her and gained insight into how she has developed her craft over the course of an impressive career.
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29min
May 08, 2023 Rosie O'Mahony
I chat to Rosie O’Mahony, a fine artist and actor from Northern Ireland. Rosie has appeared on Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year and is currently training as an actor at Bow Street Academy. We discuss her artistic upbringing, her interest in film and fine art, the perseverance it requires to be an artist, the effects of the pandemic, her TV appearance and current training as an actor.
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35min
May 01, 2023 Mary Kate O'Flanagan
I chat to story consultant and screenwriter Mary Kate O'Flanagan about her initial interest in film, her career path from theatre critic to writer and screenwriting expert, her insights on story structure, the importance of the "what's the plan" scene, as well as the mid-point of "Hotel Rwanda", her thoughts on Marvel movies and more.
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43min
April 24, 2023 Steven Armour
I chat to film trailer producer Steven Armour about his initial interest in cinema, the process behind marketing a movie, and his thoughts on the film festival experience. We also geek out about our mutual favourite actress Nicole Kidman.
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39min
April 17, 2023 Aluísio Leite
I chat to filmmaker Aluísio Leite about his interest in cinema growing up, his work in film acquisitions, his thoughts on the latest Cannes line-up and his own filmmaking journey.
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36min
April 10, 2023 Olkan Servellera
This week I chat to Olkan Servellera about his extensive theatrical training, what drives his career ambitions, his film L'Etoile and the casting of LGBT roles.
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33min
April 03, 2023 Cody Farren
I talk to Meath-based writer and director Cody Farren about his background, his passion for film and his approach to directing, as well as his short film 'An Irish Goodbye' and upcoming short 'Animal'.
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37min

FAQs about Press Play and Surrender:

How many episodes does Press Play and Surrender have?

The podcast currently has 16 episodes available.