The Safari Pedals Show
Hi - I'm Abi, your friendly neighborhood newbie, brokie, music producer. Join me on my wild musical safari journey as I navigate the twists and turns of the young producer life, exploring and figuring it all out one episode at a time.
Get ready for an electrifying adventure complete with incredible guests, wild challenges, honest takes, and a (very) generous dose of humor.
Join the ride and let's embark on this musical odyssey together!
Episodes
70 episodes
71. Behind the Sound: Playback Tech for Chappell Roan & Lil Nas X | Interview with Justin Jones
Ever wonder what really goes into making a concert sound great?In this episode, Abi sits down with Justin Jones, the playback tech behind live shows for artists like Chappell Roan, Lil Nas X, and more. Justin breaks down the tech, timin...
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Episode 71
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15:07
70. One Republic’s Engineer Reveals Game-Changing Mixing Tips & Career Advice
How did John Nathaniel build his career as an audio engineer, producer, and songwriter? In this episode, he shares practical career advice, pro mixing tips, and insider insights to help you succeed in music production and audio engineering....
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12:57
69. How to Succeed as a Music | Producer Career Tips from Hill Kourkoutis (FIFA, Sebastian Gaskin)
How do you build a lasting career in music production? In this episode, Abi sits down with producer, engineer, and songwriter Hill Kourkoutis (FIFA, Sebastian Gaskin), to explore what it really takes to stand out and succeed in today’s music in...
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16:16
68. Pro Mixing Tips from Jack Emblem (Snoh Aalegra, Jesse Gold)
Join Abi for an exclusive conversation with Grammy-nominated mix engineer Jack Emblem- known for his work with Snoh Aalegra, Jesse Gold, and other incredible artists.In this episode, Jack breaks down the evolution of his mixing approach...
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Episode 68
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17:35
67. Music Career Truths with Travis Ference (Taylor Swift, Aloe Blacc)
Join Abi for an exclusive sit-down with Grammy-nominated audio engineer Travis Ference—known for his work with Taylor Swift, Imagine Dragons, and other global superstars—as he reveals what really matters in pop mixing in 2025 and shares essenti...
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Episode 67
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19:38
66. The Power of Content Creation in Building an Audio Career
Join Abi in a conversation with producer, mixer, and content creator Lillian Frances as they explore how content creation can accelerate your audio career. Discover why creating content might be the missing link to building your brand, landing ...
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Episode 66
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17:59
65. How Sian McMullen Made It in Audio Engineering (John Mayer, Atlantic Records, More)
How did Sian McMullen make it in audio engineering? In this episode, Abi sits down with the talented engineer—whose credits include John Mayer, Atlantic Records, and more—to uncover how she broke into the industry and turned her passion into a ...
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Episode 65
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19:34
64. Josh Florez: How to REALLY Succeed in Music Production (Worked with Coco Jones & Zendaya!)
How do you really succeed in music production? In this episode, Abi sits down with producer, mixer, and songwriter Josh Florez—known for his work with Coco Jones, Zendaya, and more—to break down what it truly takes to thrive in the music indust...
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Episode 64
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21:46
63. Ryan Schumer’s Recording & Mixing Secrets (Burna Boy, Shawn Mendes)
Abi sits down with audio engineer Ryan Schumer (Burna Boy, Shawn Mendes) to dive into the underrated details of recording and mixing. From overlooked techniques to practical advice for producers and engineers, Ryan shares real-world insights fr...
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Episode 63
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14:09
62. Music Production Content Creation Tips: Watch This First!
Abi sat down with Engineer and Content Creator Cato Zane to dive deep into her journey in the world of content creation. Discover the valuable lessons Cato has learned along the way and hear her top tips for aspiring content creators who are lo...
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Episode 62
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9:19
61. Game Changing Career Advice from Grammy-Winning Engineer Dacota G (Childish Gambino, Diplo)
Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Dacota G (known for his work with Childish Gambino and Diplo) shares invaluable career insights for up-and-coming engineers and producers. Discover the "big three" lessons he wishes he had kno...
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Episode 61
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13:33
60. Exclusive Interview with Grammy-Winning Engineer Renegade El Rey | Music Production Tips & Advice
Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Renegade El Rey (known for his work with Big Boi and Killer Mike) to discuss his unique recording approach, the impact of Hip Hop on his sound, and his expert advice for up-and-coming producer...
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Episode 60
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17:17
58. Bryn Bliska's Insights on Touring with Maggie Rogers and Karol G
Abi sits down with Bryn Bliska—producer, musician, sound designer, and musical director—to discuss the behind-the-scenes process of creating live shows for artists like Maggie Rogers and Karol G. Bryn also shares invaluable advice for up-and-co...
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Episode 58
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20:41
57. Master Personal Branding in the Audio Industry
Want to know the secret to attracting clients as a music producer or audio engineer? Abi sits down with Carl Bahner—producer, engineer, and educator—to discuss his journey and the key mindsets that helped him build a successful career. Discover...
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Episode 57
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25:51
56. Suzy Shin Reveals Her SECRET to Success as a Music Producer
What's the secret to success as a music producer? Abi chats with Suzy Shinn- producer, engineer, and songwriter—about her journey and the key mindsets needed to thrive in the audio industry. 🚀 Don’t miss these invaluable insights!
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15:05
55. Secrets of a Grammy Award Winning Guitarist
Abi sat down with Latin Grammy Award-Winning Guitarist Camilo Velandia, who has played with Camila Cabello, Luis Fonsi, and more. They dove into his secret sauce, approach to recording, tone, and session work, plus insider tips for guitarists a...
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Episode 55
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16:44
54. Can You REALLY Make Money Running a Recording Studio? (The Truth May Shock You!)
Is opening a studio profitable? 🎧 Abi chats with Brad Smalling, Engineer & Founder of Evergroove Studios, to uncover the realities, challenges, and benefits. Don’t miss his hard truths and expert advice!
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Episode 54
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29:12
53. The Secret Sauce of the Producer Behind Chris Brown & H.E.R.
Abi sat down with Producer EVO (Chris Brown, H.E.R., Cardiak) to uncover the secrets to success in the audio industry. Learn his "secret sauce" for working with top artists and get valuable advice for up-and-coming producers and engineers! ...
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Episode 53
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21:45
52. The Harsh Reality of Being an Audio Engineer in 2025: What You NEED to Know
Ever wondered how to make audio engineering your long-term career? 🎧 Abi sits down with Athena Wilkinson, Engineer and Project Manager at Evergroove Studios, to uncover the realities of building a sustainable career in audio engineering. Athena...
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Episode 52
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16:12
51. Secrets Grammy-Winning Producers Don’t Want You to Know
Ever wondered how Grammy-winning producers think? Abi sat down with Grammy Award-winning producer Devine Evans (Rihanna, Camila Cabello, Pharrell Williams) to uncover the secrets to his success, mindset hacks, and keys to a lasting music career...
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Episode 51
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33:19
50. Film Sound Design PROS Reveal Their Top Secrets!
In this week’s episode, Abi sits down with Ignacio (Iggy) Zas — composer, producer, engineer, and sound designer. Iggy shares his journey into the world of crafting music and sound design for film and ads, revealing the secret sauce...
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Episode 50
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18:35
49. Can You ACTUALLY Make Money as a Content Creator?
In this week’s episode, Abi sits down with Sam Loose- musician, producer, engineer, and content creator. Sam shares his journey into content creation, the challenges he’s faced, and the strategies that helped him turn content creation into a su...
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Episode 49
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18:39
48. Stevie Blacke's STRING ARRANGING SECRETS for Chappell Roan's VMA Performance & Top Artists
In this week's episode, we sit down with Stevie Blacke—musician, producer, engineer, and master string arranger. Stevie has worked with top artists like Chappell Roan, Snoop Dogg, Pink, and more!Discover his unique approach to arranging...
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Episode 48
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14:24
47. We Spent THOUSANDS on Audio School, Was It REALLY Worth It?
This week, producers Abi and Nitzan are reuniting for an audio school reunion, reflecting on life a little over a year after graduating. After investing in a music production education, they dive into how their careers have evolved and the less...
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21:04
46. Level Up Your Mixes with these 3 Essential Recording Techniques
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Andy Baldwin, a producer and engineer who has worked with incredible artists like St. Lucia and Elle King. Andy shares three valuable lessons he’s learned from working on different mixes, breaking down r...
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Episode 46
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