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🎙️ SPACEMAN PODCAST | Shaun Foley & Brandon Fairley – Illawarra Actors

In this episode of the Spaceman Podcast, host Shane Bitschkat sits down with Illawarra actors Shaun Foley and Brandon Fairley for a candid conversation about acting, performance, creativity and the realities of building a career in the Australian film and theatre industry.

Shaun and Brandon discuss their experiences working as actors in the Illawarra, the challenges of developing their craft, preparing for roles, working with directors and fellow performers, and what motivates them to continue pursuing opportunities within the independent screen and performing arts community.

The conversation also explores the growth of the Illawarra as a creative hub, the importance of supporting locally produced films and theatre, and the opportunities available for emerging actors outside Australia's major production centres.

Hosted by Shane Bitschkat, the Spaceman Podcast celebrates the people behind independent film, theatre and entertainment, giving actors, filmmakers, writers, directors and creatives the opportunity to share their stories in their own words.

🎬 In this episode:
• Shaun and Brandon's journeys into acting
• Life as an actor in the Illawarra
• Preparing for characters and performances
• Auditions, rejection and perseverance
• Working on independent productions
• Building confidence in front of the camera
• The relationship between actors and directors
• The future of independent film in the Illawarra
• Advice for aspiring actors and performers
• Plenty of stories, laughs and behind-the-scenes discussion

🎙️ Host: Shane Bitschkat
🎭 Guests: Shaun Foley & Brandon Fairley
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In this episode of the Spaceman Podcast, host Shane Bitschkat sits down with Nick Bolton, Chair of Screen Illawarra, to discuss the growth of film and television production across the Illawarra and the New South Wales South Coast.

With more than 20 years of experience as an actor, writer, director and producer, Nick shares his insights into the screen industry, the importance of supporting regional filmmakers and the work being undertaken to create more opportunities for local talent.

Shane and Nick also explore the challenges facing independent filmmakers, the value of collaboration and networking, and Screen Illawarra’s vision of establishing the region as a thriving hub for Australian and international screen production.

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Welcome to the podcast, where host Shane Bitschkat sits down with inspiring creatives, storytellers and community voices to explore the people and ideas shaping the world around us.

In this episode, Shane speaks with Phillip Crawford — an award-winning filmmaker, podcaster and community storyteller whose work exists at the intersection of filmmaking, community and social change.

Phillip creates projects alongside people who might never normally find themselves involved in film or podcast production, bringing overlooked stories and unconventional voices into the spotlight. His work has earned some equally unconventional recognition, including an AFI Award (now AACTA) for the concept of a film and an Australian Podcast Award celebrating his work with niche audiences and voices often missing from mainstream media.

Join Shane and Phillip for a conversation about filmmaking, storytelling, community, creativity and the power of giving people a platform to tell their own stories.

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