Creativity Jijiji
Produced audio stories about the moment everything changed.
Every breakthrough has a hinge point.
A constraint that forced a new direction. A mistake that opened a door. A removal that created space. A decision made under pressure that turned out to be the only right one.
We call that moment Jijiji.
Creativity Jijiji finds those moments — in brands, in art, in music, in story — and shapes them into produced audio narratives. Not interviews. Not panels. Sonic storytelling, built from the ground up, designed to be experienced through sound.
Because the most important creative decisions don't happen in the spotlight. They happen in the room just before — when the system breaks, and something new has to enter.
That's where we listen.
Episodes
25 episodes
Why Silence Creates Tension in Storytelling and Sound Design
What if the most powerful moment in your story is what you remove? In this episode, we explore how silence creates tension in storytelling, film scoring, and audio drama. A well-placed pause sharpens focus, heightens emotion, and turns passive ...
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Episode 29
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4:46
Why Human Rhythm Outruns AI Every Time
Ever felt a room change when the band locks in and the audience leans forward at the same time? That’s the moment we chase today—where pulse becomes conversation, risk becomes texture, and four people in a room make something no algorithm has l...
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Episode 24
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20:23
The Art of Playing for Twelve People and a Bartender
A sticky floor, a half-broken PA, and fifteen people who actually listen—sometimes that’s all it takes to shape a voice you’ll carry for life. We revisit our Boston days with Unction, the band that treated Monday nights at The Rat like a creati...
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Episode 23
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11:34
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Get Wild
What if the map is the problem? We trade tidy outlines for living curiosity and show how “getting wild” can rescue a flat draft, reroute a stuck project, and even clarify the self that’s been hiding behind a careful plan. Wildness here isn’t ch...
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Episode 22
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15:54
The Art of the Call
Ever stared down a project while your brain begged for one more option, one more draft, one more “thinking walk”? We’ve been there—on an opera stage with eighty Vikings, in ad studios racing against dawn, and inside a passion project that ballo...
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Episode 21
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16:37
Dark Night of the Creative Soul
The haunting vulnerability of 3AM self-doubt is a universal experience, but for creatives, it takes on an almost mythic quality. This raw, unfiltered exploration of the "dark night of the soul" reveals how these moments of paralyzing uncertaint...
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Episode 20
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11:56
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The Galactic Songsprite Contest: The Stars Listen
Have you ever wondered if the sounds we make might journey forever through the vastness of space? According to Chris McHale, they do exactly that—traveling as "songsprites" that leave permanent marks on the cosmos.The Galactic Songsprit...
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Episode 19
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17:44
The Algorithym Made Me Do It: Song in Space Goes Social
What happens when a seasoned creative who's spent decades in traditional marketing dives headfirst into the bewildering world of social media algorithms? Join Chris McHale on this raw, unfiltered journey as he documents the creation of "Song in...
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Episode 18
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11:08
The Sonic Humanist
What does music reveal about our humanity in an age where machines can sing? Chris McHale, composer and Studio GGG founder, unveils his life's work: The Sonic Humanist Project—a four-part creative odyssey exploring sound's power to shape identi...
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Episode 17
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10:22
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3 Artists vs AI
What happens when the algorithms come for our art? As AI promises to dominate the world by 2027, we're left wondering what remains uniquely human in our creative landscape. The answer lies not in what we create, but why we create it, and who we...
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Episode 16
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9:44
The Infinite Diamond. Baseball By Ear.
What if the most vivid way to experience America's pastime isn't through your eyes, but through your ears?Baseball transcends the boundaries of visual media in a way no other sport can match. When the crack of the bat echoes through rad...
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Episode 15
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The Pilgrimage of Sight: Jon Ortner and the Sacred Art of Seeing
What pulls someone towards art? It's rarely a straight line. It begins with a flicker, a strange obsession, a moment that seizes you and doesn't let go.Photographer John Ortner's creative journey began with a casual suggestion from a hip...
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Episode 14
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20:42
Are artists time travelers? Creativity Jijiji interviews Suzanne Clores
What if genius isn't talent at all, but a glitch in time? A portal opening to futures not yet arrived? Throughout history, extraordinary artists and thinkers have described their creative process not as invention but as transmission – receiving...
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Episode 13
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26:35
Lost Temples & the High Himalaya: Jon Ortner's Epic Quest for the Sacred
Join us as visionary traveler, author, and photographer Jon Ortner talks about his extraordinary adventures across some of the world's most sacred landscapes. From the mystical realms of India's Amarnath Caves to the breathtaking heights of the...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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31:24
This One Word Will Transform Your Writing Forever
This episode uncovers the vital role of the word "because" in storytelling and creativity. It highlights how this seemingly simple word enhances narrative flow, connects characters to their choices, and serves as a persuasive tool in communicat...
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10:38
Kristopher Eng on Adaptive Music and Gaming Narratives
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kristopher Eng, a founder and composer at House of Elias, as he shares his journey and insights on adaptive music in video games and beyond. Kristopher's pioneering work in adaptive music for video gam...
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28:12
Theatre as Sanctuary: Peter Green on Connection and Empathy
Peter Green's journey is inspiring. He reveals the profound impact that the performing arts can have on individuals and communities alike. His story is a testament to the power of art in building connections and fostering a sense of belonging. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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27:00
Shaping Tomorrow’s Creativity: Insights from Game Maker Ric Neil
Discover the future of creativity in the video game industry with insights from Ric Neil, the innovative founder of Noctua Interactive. Ric's extensive journey through giants like Electronic Arts and Amazon Video Game Studios sets the stage for...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:28
Tradition Meets Technology in Lance Massey's Musical Odyssey
Renowned sound designer and composer Lance Massey's journey from Manchester, Tennessee, to the vibrant soundscape of New York City is nothing short of extraordinary. This episode of Creativity Jijiji gets into the serendipitous twists that led ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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46:00
The Secrets of Voiceover with Casting Director Dane Gorman
Join us as we unlock the secrets of voice casting with Dane Gorman, a top-tier casting director and founder of Speaks Casting. Discover the often-overlooked magic that casting breathes into audio dramas, transforming mere scripts into award-win...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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49:56
5 Tips for Turning Creative Rejection into Resilience
Sitting at my kitchen table, anxiously scanning emails for that one response that could change everything, I found myself on a journey all too familiar to creatives—waiting for validation, fearing rejection. Join Air Jijiji and me, Chris Mchale...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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19:52
Artistic Revenue in a Tech-Driven World
Can you imagine a world where artists struggle to earn a living despite creating beloved works? That's the reality we face today, as back-end revenue in the entertainment industry is vanishing, leaving creatives in the lurch. In this episode of...
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Episode 4
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27:32
Wander & Wonder: Your Creative Career
Ever wondered how getting lost can lead to the most unexpected and creative discoveries? Join us as we recount a whimsical adventure through London in search of a Celtic bouzouki, only to find that the true treasure was the journey itself. This...
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Episode 3
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17:58
Artists Leading the Charge for Change
What if a simple walk up a creaky staircase could alter your perception of art forever? Join us as we journey to Johannesburg, South Africa, where a teenage encounter with the Phoenix Players and the legendary playwright Athol Fugard planted th...
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Episode 2
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19:46
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Why Artists Need Unions More Than Ever in the Age of AI and Industry Exploitation
In this discussion, we delve into the increasing importance of unions for voiceover artists, actors, musicians, and writers, especially amidst the ongoing disruption and exploitation of the arts industry. As technology accelerates and corporate...
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Episode 1
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28:34
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