Tell Craig Your Story

Craig Maguire

About

Thank you for listening to the podcast. I had the idea for the podcast a while ago to talk to people who I have met in my travels, about their inspiring and amazing lives. I remember always going to see Henry Rollins do his spoken word tours and being inspired about his stories and life motto. Travel the world, be creative- play music, draw or paint. Have an opinion but respect others, keep fit and healthy. Born in Newcastle Australia now living in Shanghai China.

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144 episodes

XY - China - Painter / Animation / Cyberpunk

Please welcome to the podcast International Artist XY. She graduated from Coventry University in the UK with a Masters in Animation. Now residing in Shanghai China, she specialises in installation art, independent illustration, graffiti, 3d modelling, sculpture and digital art. Her style has been described as Cyber Pop. Her art has been featured all over the world including - "Give Peace a Chance" is on display at Your mother Gallery in Singapore, Artavers Hong Kong large-scale outdoor art exhibition and "HOW TO DREAM" was exhibited at the British Automobile Museum. Since 2016 she has worked with brands-  Levis, Nike, China's Li-Ning, Peacebird, Jaguar. The colours that she uses really capture the eye for the viewer and my personal favourite is her animation of Albert Einstein.  In her studio in Shanghai, I talk to XY about her amazing career and her promising future. Wechat - XYonline_284301260 www.xyxyart.com http://www.xyxyart.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #XY #cyperpunk #cyberpop #artist #painter #animation #alberteinstien #hermanmunster #cybergirl #levis #jaguar #peacebird #shanghaichina #tellcraigyourstory #3dmodelling #sculpture #digitalart #nike

32m
Mar 31
Part 2 - Ben Growden and Luke Nesler Co Directors of Chairs The Monologues

Part 2 of the podcast with Co Directors of Chairs the Monologues, Ben Growden and Luke Nesler. It gets very personal and emotional. Its a heart breaking story of the struggles of depression and breaking up after a long term relationship, Ben talks about how he dealt with this and his trips to Thailand and England. How he ended up back in Shanghai and the lessons that he has learnt. Ben wants to pass on his message to other people that are in need and have been in or are in the same situation as he was. We also talk about the future of Kulture Space. A truly inspirational story. www.kulturespace.com http://www.kulturespace.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #thekulturespace #chairsthemonologues #tellcraigyourstory #bengrowden #lukenestler #mentalhealth #thailand #england #manchesterunited #davidbeckham

48m
Mar 28
Part 1 - Ben Growden and Luke Nesler Co Directors of Chairs The Monologues

Part 1- Please welcome to podcast Ben and Luke- Co Directors of Chairs The Monologues. "Every voice finds a seat, Every seat finds a voice". In this episode we take a deep dive into the creation of Chairs. It is a group of people who come together to talk about things that are weighting them down in their lives. The series is created to inspire and motivate it's audience, who can relate to the characters issues. Mental health is a serious issue and Chairs provides an outlet to express their feelings. We take a deep dive into the production, the casting and how this idea came about. Chairs The Monologues- will perform tonight at Studio 9 Shanghai, starting at 6pm. Tickets are available at www.kulturespace.com http://www.kulturespace.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #thekulturespace #chairsthemonologues #tellcraigyourstory #bengrowden #lukenestler #mentalhealth

48m
Mar 24
Paige Hadley - Australian Diamonds Netball Vice Captain

Episode 142- Please welcome to the podcast one of the best Netball players in the world today, Paige Hadley. Born in Penrith Australia, Netball was in her blood with her mother being a big part in the local Netball club. Paige has recently come back from the 2024 Netball Nations Cup in England and Australia won. She was also named Player Of The Series. Paige last year resigned a 3 year deal with the NSW Swifts and is currently the Co Captain. She has won 2 Premiership with the club in 2019 and 2021. She was also named in the Team of the Year for 2023. Join me as we take a deep dive into the amazing career of Paige Hadley. Instagram @paigehadley https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #paigehadley #vicecaptain #cocaptain #nswswifts #australiandiamonds #penrithaustralia #sydneyswifts #centre #tellcraigyourstory #swish #fast5 #playeroftheseries #teamofyear #netball #ugandaafrica #netballworldcup #netballnationalcup

40m
Mar 09
From England to China. The Story of Big Sam.

Welcome to another electrifying episode of Tell Craig Your Story. Today we bring you an in-depth conversation with 'Big Sam', a renowned international professional wrestler. Listen to the riveting tales of Sam's wrestling career, his gripping experiences and intriguing accounts from his travels across Japan and Nepal. Tune in to hear captivating behind-the-scenes stories recorded live in Shenzhen, after a wrestling match. Experience Big Sam's journey as he evolves from his Viking-inspired wrestling name Von Odin to his eminent ring name - Big Sam. Get a glimpse of the cultural tension he faced in Nepal and explore the dynamic relationships within the wrestling industry with Sam's first-hand anecdotes. Engross yourself in the evolution of an amateur to a global wrestling star and learn about the thrilling world of pro wrestling. In this episode, Big Sam shares his unique life-story, unravelling his path from England to China, and how he built a successful wrestling career in the heart of Asia. Discover his personal and professional life, from dating in China to grappling with career challenges and unexpected turns. Gain fascinating insights into the Chinese wrestling scene, revealing episodes of scams and instability within the wrestling world. Join us in exploring the incredible life of Big Sam as he shares his inspiring tales of resilience, offering significant life lessons. Listen to his philosophies, his tribute to his father, influences, and discover the thrilling world of wrestling in China. Instagram @sjdburgess https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory

1h 8m
Feb 26
The Inspiring Journey of Smoke, a Renowned Tattoo Artist

Join us in this riveting episode of the 'Tell Craig Your Story' podcast as we explore the incredible journey of Smoke - an internationally acclaimed tattoo artist who transformed struggles into art. Born and raised amidst the perils of a crime-infested city in Angola, Smoke found solace and redemption in art. Listen as he shares his heartfelt narratives from his early years to his resurgent growth during the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic. Smoke delves into his love affair with art that scaled from graffiti and painting to becoming a world-renowned tattoo artist. You'll also discover how his heartbreaking experiences fueled his aesthetically sublime artistry, and how his background as a techno DJ adds a unique blend to his life and art. Smoke's story is a powerful testament to resilience, passion, and the will to overcome hardships. He shares his inspiring journey from a poverty-stricken childhood in Angola, to becoming a successful tattoo artist in China. Despite the hurdles, he never ceased to lose his positive outlook and used each challenge as a stepping stone towards success. In this episode, Smoke also offers a glimpse into his creative process, shares how he embraces his uniqueness, and emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's originality. This episode indeed holds a compelling message about perseverance, individuality, and turning life's adversities into art. Instagram @smoketattoo_ https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory

46m
Feb 04
Ksenia Geddes / Trenton Schneiders - Creators and Directors of Women Who Kill

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2024 is here. I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas holidays. Let's kick off the new year with Episode 139. Please welcome to the podcast Ksenia Geddes (Susan Clarke) and Trenton Schneiders-, Creator and Directors of the Detective Mystery Bilingual 3 Acts Theatre Show "Women Who Kill". The podcast was recorded live at the premiere show at The Pearl Theatre on the 17th November 2023. The show is interactive with the fans as they get to find clues and evidence in the theatre and at the end of the show, get to vote for who is the killer.  Women Who Kill next show will be on the 19th and 20th of January. Tickets are available at The Pearl Theatre.  @officertrenton Creators and directors-  Ksenia Geddes , Trenton Schneiders  Actors - Detective Howard - Trenton Schneiders Nancy - 陈思宇 Chen Siyu Nina Morgan - Caitlin Quinlan  Serena Blair - Ella VaThyme Lucy Anderson - Ksenia Geddes  Dancers - Dih Hizidorio , Ge Rodrigues , Lisa , Natalia V  Stage manager- Vitaly  https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #womenwhokill #tellcraigyourstory #pearltheatre #dectectivemystery #bilingualact #shanghaichina #kseniageddes #trentonschneiders

42m
Jan 14
Colin Mosher - Canada - Lead Vocalist of Doppler Drive

Please welcome to the podcast talented Singer, Song Writer and Recording Artist Colin Mosher. Born in Halifax Canada, now residing in Shanghai China. He is one of main musician in the Shanghai music scene. He formed the Foo Fighters tribute band Faux Fighter and toured internationally. He still gets fans coming up saying to him "Hey you look like Dave Grohl" He then joined Trash Panda on bass and was one of the most hard working bands in Shanghai. After departing Trash Panda, Colin formed the trio rock band Doppler Drive and they made their first E.P in 2023. The songs we heard from the EP on the podcast were Axxhole and Rotto. Wechat- @mosher72 Instagram- @dopplerdrivesh @cmosher72 https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #colinmosher #dopplerdrive #trashpanda #tellcraigyourstory #rotto #axxhole #scent #shanghaichina #bassplayer #fauxfighters #foofighters #davegrohl #nirvana #kurtcobain #halifaxcanada #rockband #rocktrio #livemusic

1h 5m
Dec 25, 2023
Wynn Zhang - China- interdisciplinary Artist

Episode 137 - Please welcome to the podcast Interdisciplinary Artist Wynn Zhang. Wynn born in Zhengzhou Henan, China, now residing in Shanghai. She has previously worked on a TV crew where she learnt make up and film production. Wynn is also a freelance model and is always trying to create new trends in fashion. She is also frequent in the Shanghai music scene performing RnB, Hip Hop and Pop songs. Wynn is also a presenter on TMS where she interviews international musician. Here we talk about Chinese culture, modelling, Education in China, Thoughts on Beijing, How she prepares for interviews, Who she has interviewed, Her love for Hong Kong and many amazing stories. Wechat- @notwynn Instagram- @imnotwynn https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #wynnzhang #imnotwynn #tellcraigyourstory #presenter #model #tms #raydio #shanghaichina #hongkong #jenscurfew #saxophone #captives #zhengzhouchina

51m
Dec 18, 2023
Lily Ma - China - Comedian.

Please welcome to the podcast Comedian Lily Ma. Born in Shangdong China now residing in Shanghai, Lily has been a Comedian in the Shanghai comedy scene for 4 years now and is a headline act touring China. She is the Co-founder of MSG Comedy Club and has shows on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. Here they have open mic nights and the best comedians in Shanghai and abroad.  "Her traditional Chinese background blends with her passion for cutting-edge Western Stand Up. This unique cultural fusion plus her keen millennial perspective of sex and feminism has made her one to watch." Instagram @lilyhorseman Wechat- @whitetail @Msgcomedy https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #lilyma #msgcomedyclub #tellcraigyourstory #comedian #shanghaichina #garden #benfrank #heckling #punchline #shangdong #dating #confidence #shy #larrydavid #davechappelle #spicycomedy #ianbadenhorst #billburr  

55m
Dec 03, 2023
Sal aka Skinny Brown - Canada - DJ / Entertainment Presenter

Episode 135 - Please welcome to the podcast Sal aka DJ Skinny Brown. Born in Canada, now residing in Shanghai China for 16 years. For 13 years he worked for Shanghai TV doing Entertainment Content (Celebrity and Entertainment news Interviews). He also organises a party called Popasuda for the last 14 years at the popular club Dada.. Doing his DJing around the world, VICE TV did an article about his success, which he has been able to bring some of the biggest names to perform in Shanghai. Sal also writes feature parenting articles for Parenting and Kids Magazine. Here we talk about DJ techniques, living in Australia, How Montreal is highly underrated, interviewing Slash of GNR, Tony Bennett and The Beach Boys, parenting as a single dad, Papasuda at Dada and many amazing stories.  wechat @Sal_Skinny_Brown https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #sal #djskinnybrown #tellcraigyourstory #dada #popasuda #shanghaichina #slash #tonybennett #thebeachboys #lismoreaustralia #bryonbay #montreal #viviennewestwood #revrun #christopherlawrence #jeanclaudvandam #andreboceli #djpremier #scratchysounds 

1h 4m
Nov 25, 2023
Dr Andrew Field - USA - Author of Rocking China

Episode 134 - Please welcome to the podcast Dr Andrew Field. Andrew, a Historian, Scholar and Professor was born in the USA, now residing in Kushan China. He is the Author of his new book "Rocking China" Rock Music Scene in Beijing, Shanghai and Beyond. Dr Field documented and interviewed bands for the last 20 years in the Indie rock scene in China. Andrew was also the producer of the rock documentary "Down, Indie Rock in PRC and "A Century of Jazz in Shanghai" We also talk about his Shanghai Historian Walk Tours. He is an expert on Shanghai and China history, music venues and jazz, rock and indie bands. "Rocking China" is now available. https://earnshawbooks.com/product/rocking-china/ Blog- Shanghaisojourns.net https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory  #drandrewfield  #drandrewdavidfield #tellcraigyourstory #shanghaichina #historian #professor #scholar #rockingchina #heyday #cottonclub #qingdynasty #frenchconcession #beijingchina #scholars #professor #historian #thebeatles #shanghaidancingworld #urbanpolitics #shanghainightscapes #downindierockintheprc #kunshanuniversity #paperclip #thebund #subs #d22 #carsickcars

1h 22m
Nov 08, 2023
Boban Petrovic - Serbia - Music Producer / DJ / Promoter /Author

Episode 133 - Please welcome to the podcast Boban Petrovic. Boban is the creator of Yugoslavian funk sound with his band Zdravo from 1975. He owned the best disco clubs in Yugoslavia - Sumadjia, Majestic and Zvezda. Boban started trading with metal and steel which made him buy Marbella FC and his well own yacht, which had some of the most famous celebrities come on and have wild crazy party's., They included Sean Connery, David Beckham, Prince, Mick Jagger, and top politicians and royals. His daughter Ana Ann was a former pop star / model. He has published 2 books about the music he created and that funk scene. Boban created the company Free Kick Master. He collaborated with Robert Kool and is co working on his wife Jela Cello's Symphony Orchestra. @freekickmaster https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #bobanpetrovic #slobodanpetrovic #zdravo #robertkool #koolandthegang #celebrate #yugoslavia #sumadija #majestic #zvezda #newyorktimes #fcmarbella #seanconnery #saudiking #freekickmaster #jelacello #renewalter #davidbeckham #inxs #rokanje #rokanje2 #prince #mickjagger #tombaskier #tellcraigyourstory #funksound #belgradeserbia #michaelhutchence

1h 5m
Oct 22, 2023
Zombie Dragon v M.A (MKW World Heavyweight Champion)

Its an honour to be able to do this podcast. Growing up a huge WWE fan with the likes of Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Brett Hart, The Undertaker. Recently just went to Summerslam in Detroit. Recorded live at Rucker Park on the 30th of September, this podcast is a little different. I had access to two of the top Athlete's in MKW Wrestling - Zombie Dragon and current MKW Heavyweight Champion M.A. Being able to a podcast before and after the match, gives a great inside on how a Wrestling match is put together and the wrestling business.. Zombie Dragon from the USA and M.A from China. https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #m.a #zombiedragon #mkwwrestling #shanghaichina #harbinchina #adriangomez #wwe #aew #prowrestling #indywrestling #kurtangle #chrisjericho #talkisjechico #georgiausa #jimcornette

40m
Oct 07, 2023
Mitch Hughes - Australia -Former Sports Journalist / Presenter for NBN News

Episode 132. After a few months off, we are back. Please welcome to the podcast former NBN News Sports Journalist and Presenter, Mitch Hughes. Last August after 24 years working with NBN News, Mitch decided to leave his high profile position. Born and raised in Newcastle Australia, Mitch was born into a sporting family with his Grandfather Bob Frame a local sport star. Mitch's family and my family have a close connection as our fathers played first grade soccer together and I played cricket with Mitch's brother. He is now currently working for the Newcastle City Council as a Media Advisor. Mitch has interviewed the who's who of Australia and International sporting stars including David Beckham, Kelly Slater, Ben Simons, Wally Lewis, Stephanie Gilmore, Kurt Fearnley, Jackson Baker, the Newcastle Knights, The Newcastle Jets, We take a deep dive into Mitch's Sports Journalist career, his thoughts on Women's sports in Australia, professional athletes, A story of a fire in Wallsend and why he decided to leave such a high profile media position . @mitchjhughes https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #mitchhughes #nbnnews #newcastleaustralia #sportsjournalist #sportspresenter #newcastleknights #newcastlejets #wallsendaustralia #kempokankarate #bobframe #crystalpalace #newcastlecitycouncil #waynebennett #nathantinkler #bensimons #davidbeckham #wallylewis #nrl #aleague #film #mikerabbit #katehaberfield #janegoldsmith #michaeljordan #nba

1h 18m
Oct 01, 2023
Yank Barry- Canada - Philanthropist /Musician / Producer / Nobel Peace Prize Winner

It's an absolute honour to welcome Yank Barry to the podcast. Recorded live at the Ritz Charlton Hotel in Shanghai. His resume speak for itself. Born in Montreal Canada, Yank was the lead vocalist for the rock band The Kingsmen, they had the huge hit Louie Louie. Yank is the founder and CEO of VitaPro Foods and Global Village Champions Foundation. This foundation has supplied over 1 billion meals to people all over the world and is in the Guinness book of world records. Yank has won humanitarian awards including the Nobel Peace Prize. He was Muhammad Ali's best friend for over 40 years and contributed to the foundation, along side Manny Pacquiao, Evander Holyfield.  Here we talk about the life and friendship of Muhammad Al, stories about Alice Cooper, Celine Dion, Brian Johnson, Greg Norman, The Little River Band, Tom Jones, Tiger Woods, Tony Martin, Jerry Seinfeld and jamming with Jimi Hendrix. This is the only a small taste of Yank Barry's amazing life. @yank.barry www.yankbarry.com http://www.yankbarry.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #yankbarry #muhammadali #thekingsmen #louielouie #tellcraigyourstory #thefootprints #globalvillagefoundation #vitaprofoods #propectin #mannypacquiao #evanderholyfield #arnelpineada #journey #renewalter #shanghaichina #montrealcanada #bulgaria #nobelpeaceprize #humanitariumaward #alicecooper #tigerwoods #gregnorman #jerryseinfeld #tomjones #celinedion #tonymartin #newyorkyankees #thelittleriverband

35m
Jul 13, 2023
Jela Cello - Serbia -International Classical and Contemporary Cellist.

Currently on a promotional tour in China, I was lucky enough to sit down with the very popular Serbian Cellist Jela Cello. Seeing her perform in Shanghai that night was an amazing experience. Right from a young age, Jela was the top students in Belgrade and won numerous awards, being titled the best student of her generation. She was awarded the Golden Shield and Golden Charter awards for her contributions to Cultural and Educational Community for Serbia. Her album Clash was released in 2012 and featured a composition of Jimi Hendrix "Purple Haze" and as of today has had 1.5 million downloads on Youtube (which you can hear at the start of the podcast).. She formed a 60 Orchestra called "Jela Cello Power Symphony Orchestra". She has collaborated with front man of Journey Arnel Pineda recording the Christmas Dreams album. On her last US tour she played at the Red Carpet Oscar Award Party in Hollywood, hosted by Film Director James Cameron.  @jelacello https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #jelacello #cellist #belgradeserbia #tellcraigyourstory #redcarpetoscars #clash #purplehaze #jelacellopowersymphonyorchestra #sanreentertainment #renewalter #arnelpineda #journey #christmasdreams  #thesearchforthemagiccello #bordercollie #jamescameron #goldenshieldaward #goldencharteraward

1h 11m
Jun 19, 2023
Billy Peden - Australia - Former Newcastle Knights NRL Premiership Winner

Episode 128 - Please welcome to the podcast Newcastle Knights Legend Billy Peden. Billy was born in Cessnock Australia and he played Rugby League for the Cessnock Goanna's with NRL Immortal Andrew Johns and his brother Australian Rep player and TV Personality Matty Johns.. He played for the Newcastle Knights NRL team from 1994- 2002, playing 190 games. Billy won 2 Premierships in 1997 and again in 2001, scoring 2 tries in that game. He then moved to England to play with the London Broncos. He has also been the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Newcastle Knights. Billy is the ambassador for the Mark Hughes Foundation for research into Brain Cancer. Billy was inducted into the Cessnock Goanna's Team Of The Century in 2011. @billypeden13 https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #billypeden #newcastleknights #tellcraigyourstory #markhughesfoundation #beanyforbraincancer #markhughes #97grandfinal #2001nrlgrandfinal #andrewjohns #mattyjohns #paulharragon #malcolmreily #cessnockgoannas #londonbroncos #kaylnponga #nrl #arl #superleague #newcastleaustralia

1h 14m
Jun 16, 2023
Part 2 - Simon Jackson - England - Lead Vocalist of Hogchoker

Episode 127 - Part 2- Please welcome to the podcast, Simon Jackson, Lead Vocalist of one the best original bands Hogchoker. Simon born in Manchester England, now residing in Shanghai. Simon is currently on tour promoting their new album 2222. A multi-genre 22 track release, celebrating the birthdays of 22 historical characters who would celebrate their 100, 200 or 300th birthday this year. The band have toured Europe, South America and Asia. Hogchoker smashed into the World Record books in 2018, recording and simultaneously releasing 7 versions of their debut album in 7 genres (with over 30 extra musicians). Simon also organises the Shanghai Calling Festival. The 2 tracks you heard on the podcast were Crip Camp and Raise Up Your Voice. Simon breaks down the meaning of some of the songs from the new album and tells some amazing stories about his career. www.hogchoker.net http://www.hogchoker.net/ @hogchokerband wechat @simon-jackson https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #hogchoker #2222 #cripcamp #raiseupyourvoice #guinessbookofrecords #simonjackson #tellcraigyourstory #slayer #shanghaicallingfestival #mikepaton #diving #shanghaichina #manchesterengland #saxaphone

56m
Jun 08, 2023
Part 1 - Simon Jackson - England - Lead Vocalist of Hogchoker

Episode 126 - Part 1- Please welcome to the podcast Simon Jackson, Lead Vocalist of one the best original bands Hogchoker. Simon born in Manchester England, now residing in Shanghai. Simon is currently on tour promoting their new album 2222. . A multi-genre 22 track release, celebrating the birthdays of 22 historical characters who would celebrate their 100, 200 or 300th birthday this year. The band have toured Europe, South America and Asia. Hogchoker smashed into the World Record books in 2018, recording and simultaneously releasing 7 versions of their debut album in 7 genres (with over 30 extra musicians). Simon also organises the Shanghai Calling Festival. The 2 tracks you heard on the podcast were Crip Camp and Raise Up Your Voice. Simon breaks down the meaning of some of the songs from the new album and tells some amazing stories about his career. www.hogchoker.net http://www.hogchoker.net @hogchokerband wechat @simon-jackson https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #hogchoker #2222 #cripcamp #raiseupyourvoice #guinessbookofrecords #simonjackson #tellcraigyourstory #slayer #shanghaicallingfestival #mikepaton #diving #shanghaichina #manchesterengland #saxaphone

59m
Jun 07, 2023
Syren - Shanghai based Alternative Metal band

Episode 125 - On the night of Syren's Album Release Show, I sat down with Thomas- Guitarist and Steven- Drums. The band is currently on tour in China promoting their new album “Manifest.” They have played in Guangzhou, Beijing, Xi’an, and this weekend will perform at the popular Shanghai Calling festival.  The 2 songs we heard on the podcast were Emile and Maria, both from the new album. The band formed in late 2020 and have released animated film clips on board the RMS White Star, and have also released acoustic versions of the songs on the EP “Marooned”. Syren is led by the powerful vocals of Aika, and the band has a lot of energy on stage. Plans for the future are to record and release a new 20-track rock opera album. Syren is- Aika - Vocals, Thomas- Guitarist, Steven- Drums, Mickey- Bass. Instagram @syrenbandsh Wechat @SyrensLair https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #syren #syrenbandsh #majestic #rockopera #shanghaichina #rmswhitestar #captainslounge #captainaika #marie #emile #shanghaicallingfestival #elliotsmith #metallica #larsulrich #stanger #happybirthday #albumreleaselaunch #england #usa #ireland 

1h 3m
Jun 04, 2023
Tim Williams - Australia - Creator Of SC Playbook (NRL Supercoach)

Please welcome to the podcast the Creator of the SC Playbook NRL business, Tim Williams. Tim was born in Cooma Australia where he grew up in a sporting family. Tim's brother Sam Williams played for the Canberra Raiders NRL team. He graduated from Wollongong University and worked with The Daily Telegraph in Sydney. and It was here where he formed a passion for playing Rugby League Super Coach. As I said before, I also play Super Coach and it is so addictive once you understand the game. Tim came 2nd overall in the 2020 season. He created his own business SC Playbook to help players win the major prize of $50,000. They give an in depth analysis of things NRL Super Coach. As of today SC Playbook also includes AFL and Cricket and has 4 podcasts which gives their fans all the latest updates for Super Coach players and subscribers. www.scplaybook.com.au/nrl http://www.scplaybook.com.au/nrl @scplaybook1 @timwill94 https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #timwilliams #scplaybook #tellcraigyourstory #supercoach #nrl #afl #cricket #canberraraiders #canterburybulldogs #samwilliams #jarrodcroker #andrewjohns #theguru #blokeinabar #magicround #byeround #beerandbreakevens #draftleague #tomsangster #buzzrothfield #paulkent #dailytelegraph #coomaaustralia #wollongonguniversity #thespy #nathancleary

1h 0m
May 25, 2023
Sophie De Quay and Simon Jaccard - Switzerland - International Recording Artist

Episode 123- Recorded live from the Swiss Grand Hotel in Shanghai, please welcome to the podcast the amazingly talented musical group Sophie De Quay and Simon Jaccard. Both born in Switzerland, now residing in France, Sophie De Quay have just kicked off their China tour and I was lucky enough to see perform live at the CITIC Rooftop in Shanghai. They are playing songs from they latest album Y which was released in 2021 and have the single- "Burning Bridges and Rooftop. The Ambassador of Switzerland in Beijing announced this tour on National TV in China saying they are his favourite musical artist. Sophie De Quay also performed with the Chinese Choir in France singing songs in Chinese. Sophie De Quay started in 2016 and have toured the world, performing in 14 different countries and playing over 300 shows. They will release a new album in Autumn and will continue to do festival shows in Europe. Sophie and Simon tell some amazing and inspiring road stories.   @sophiedequay @simonjaccard www.sophiedequay.com http://www.sophiedequay.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #sophiedequay #simonjaccard #sophiedequayandthewaveguards #tellcraigyourstory #buildingbridges #rooftop #shanghaichina #embassyofswitzerland #abbeyroadmix #beijingnationaltv #france #yalbum #tinaarena #ambassadorofswitzerland #jiatonguniversity #uniofgeneva #singapore

57m
May 14, 2023
Rene Walter - USA - CEO of Sanre Entertainment Group.

Episode 122 - Doing this podcast live at the famous Hey Day Jazz Club in Shanghai, Its a pleasure to welcome the Co- Founder and CEO of Sanre Entertainment Rene Walter. Rene has recently come back from Singapore, promoting The Doobie Brothers 50 Years Anniversary Concert. Born In St Louis USA, Rene was a lead vocalist in bands that won band competition before moving to LA to continue his music career. But it was his passion for being a Manager for Entertainers and focus his group in Asia, which was a life changing move. He saw Journey play in the USA and later signed Lead Vocalist Arnel Pineda. Arnel and Rene have formed a great partnership with Sanre Entertainment Group. Rene was also manager of Australian born and one of the best guitarist in the world Orianthi. (She was Michael Jackson's Lead Guitarist for his potential last tour.)   Rene is regarded by his peers as one of the best managers in the Entertainment Industry and his talent have nothing but love and respect for his work. Here we talk about Sanre Streaming, meeting Arnel Pineda, creating a band comp for Asian bands, Journey's Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame, creating a new app, building new studios and a theatre in China, getting the Purple Rain album from Prince and many great stories.  https://sanreentertainment.com https://sanre-entertainment.com @sanreentertainment  https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory #renewalter #sanreentertainment #sanrestreaming #tellcraigyourstory #thedoobiebrothers #prince #edsheeran #anrelpineda #journey #orianthi #michaeljackson #coloneltomparker #elvis #heydayjazzclub #shanghaichina #liveinthephilippines #chicago #stlouisusa #stix #ericlevy #kandabrothers #candlelightred

49m
May 09, 2023
Part 2- Dave Leslie - Australia - Platinum Recording Artist / Guitarist of Baby Animals

Part 2 - After the release of the hugely popular debut self titled album, Baby Animals went on a massive world tour supporting Bryan Adams, Van Halen and Robert Plant on the Shaved And Dangerous Tour . Dave talks about how he dealt with the success. Hilarious story about the last show of the Bryan Adams tour. Eddie Van Halen's love for the band. Performing on David Letterman. The missing years with Baby Animals breaking up in 1996 to reforming in 2007. Playing guitar on Grinspoon's New Detention Album. Filling in on Lead Guitar for The Screaming Jets.  Working on Suzi DeMarchi solo album. Touring with Def Leppard and Live in Australia. @daveleslie64 @babyanimalsmusic www.daveleslie.com.au https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #daveleslie #tellcraigyourstory #babyanimals #swignshift #truck #rawbrit #guitarist #suzidemarchi #vanhalen #edwardvanhalen #bryanadams #robertplant #jimmybarnes #coldchisel #richardclapton #grinspoon #rosetattoo #screamingjets #theangels #extreme #inxs #davidletterman #shavedanddangerous #ariaawardwinners #mikechapman #nunobettencort #thisisnottheend #mtv #morecowbell #defleppard #liveband

49m
Apr 22, 2023
Part 1- Dave Leslie - Australia - Platinum Recording Artist /Guitarist of Baby Animals

Its an absolute honour to welcome to the podcast founding member of arguably the biggest Australian rock band in the early 90's, and one of my all time favourite bands, Guitarist Dave Leslie. (The first album I ever bought was Baby Animals). Dave was born in Sydney Australia, he learnt guitar at the early age before playing in some local bands. He formed the Cold Chisel tribute band Swing Shift and gained a large following. After trying out for Rose Tattoo, he was later asked to try out for a new band with Suzi DeMarchi on vocals. Soon after they formed Baby Animals and brought out their debut self titled album. The album went x4 Platinum and went Number 1 in the ARIA Charts. The band won 3 ARIA Awards- Best Debut Single "Early Warning" , Best Debut Album, Best Break Through Band. The band toured the world with Bryan Adams, Van Halen and Robert Plant. Baby Animals broke up in 1996 and Dave then played guitar for Australian Rock Icons- Jimmy Barnes and Richard Clapton. The band reformed in 2007 to the high anticipated reunion tour. Baby Animals continue to perform live and record new albums.  Dave's also plays in Truck. @daveleslie64 @babyanimalsmusic www.daveleslie.com.au https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #daveleslie #tellcraigyourstory #babyanimals #swignshift #truck #rawbrit #guitarist #suzidemarchi #vanhalen #edwardvanhalen #bryanadams #robertplant #jimmybarnes #coldchisel #richardclapton #grinspoon #rosetattoo #screamingjets #theangels #extreme #inxs #davidletterman #shavedanddangerous #ariaawardwinners #mikechapman #nunobettencort #thisisnottheend #mtv #morecowbell

45m
Apr 21, 2023
Adrian Gomez - USA - President of Middle Kingdom Wrestling (MKW China)

Episode 119 - Please welcome to the podcast, Founder of the Independent Pro Wrestling company Middle Kingdom Wrestling (MKW) in China, Adrian Gomez. Born in the USA, Adrian has been attending the WWF / WWE, WCW and Independent pro wrestling since a young age. It wasn't until 2010 that he decided to make the move to Harbin China. After meeting other promoters and talent, he decided to create his promotion MKW Wrestling and the first live event was June 2015. Since then they have grown a fan base and continue to bring new talent through the training centre in Shanghai and international talent. Adrian announces the next live event in Shanghai on the podcast. Instagram @mkwchina @adrian_gomez_mkw Wechat - Coco_MKW https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #adriangomez #mkwchina #middlekingdomwrestling #wwe #wcw #wwf #impactzone #luchalibre #arizonausa #harbinchina #shanghaichina #iwatasatoru #mkwchampionship #englishteacher #dcchang #sting #kurtangle #jeffjarrett #zombiedragon

50m
Mar 25, 2023
Kiva Sun - China - Singer /Song Writer / Recording Artist

Episode 118- Please welcome to the podcast the talented and beautiful vocalist, Kiva Sun. Born and raised in Shanghai China. She is the new up and coming star in the Shanghai music scene. Kiva attended the JZ School in Shanghai where she was taught by some of the best Jazz Musicians in China. I was lucky enough to see her first performance at the JZ Club where she arranged all the music for the band. The future is bright for Kiva and her plans are to record a new album full of original music. At the end of the podcast Kiva sings a small part of an original and shows us her vocal ability. Instagram @kivasun Wechat KivaSun https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #kivasun #jzclub #jzschool #tellcraigyourstory #vocalist #guitarist #shanghaichina #thesmiths #jazzmusic #singer #songwriter #switzerland #usa #chineseeducation

36m
Mar 17, 2023
Dr Ashish Maskay - Nepal - Surgeon/ Founder of Bloodline.

Please welcome to the podcast this amazing human being Dr Maskay. Born in Nepal, now residing in Shanghai China. In 2017 he founded the non profit organisation "Bloodline" which is saving lives.. He leads a team of expat volunteers to organise blood drives and educational campaigns. China has no long term established tradition of giving blood, which is why Bloodline is so important. Dr Maskay has won the Shanghai Magnolia Award 2020 and Top 10 Public Welfare Story for 2019. He is a Surgeon at the Shanghai United Family Hospital. Dr Maskay tells this truly inspiring story. To donate blood or find out more information please contact Dr Maskay on wechat @surgeonam or scan the QR code in the picture. https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #drashishmaskay #bloodline #tellcraigyourstory #kathmandunepal #surgeon #savinglives #donateblood #nonprofitorganisation #shanghaichina    

35m
Mar 04, 2023
Maria Kovalova - Ukraine - Astrologer / Survivor of the Russian War.

Episode 116 - Please welcome to the podcast the very talented and beautiful Astrologer Maria Kovalova. Born in Kiev Ukraine, she moved to Shanghai China at a young age where she was singing. Maria is an amazing vocalist and you can see videos on her Instagram. But she has come onto the podcast to talk about her 2022. Maria was back visiting her family during the start of the tragic Russian War. She tells her story about how Maria and her family escaped the Ukraine. She ran into more troubles along the way in Portugal, moving to the Maldives, deported to Thailand, then Sri Lanka, before finally arriving back in China at the end of last year. Instagram- @marsha_all_about Wechat- masune4ka  https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com/ https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory/ @tellcraigyourstory Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCr6P3Ja395SkapnECvOFw?view_as=subscriber #mariakovalova #keivukraine #tellcraigyourstory #astrologer #astrology #russianwar #escapefromukraine #contentcreator #vocalist #model #portugal #maldives #srilanka #portugal #volodymyrzelenskyy #asiantravelexpert #nowar

48m
Feb 16, 2023