The Creative Imbalance
Society & Culture
About
The Creative Imbalance is a series of podcasts that immerses you into a universe of fun conversations with artists, rebels and interesting minds.
Episodes
- Episode 292 - Terrifier 2 & Terrifier Graphic Novel with Steve McGinnis!
Visual artist Steve McGinnis joins The Creative Imbalance to share insights into the set and costume design for Terrifier 2. McGinnis, the lead illustrator for the Terrifier graphic novels, also discusses his transition from children's nov…
- Episode 291 featuring Samantha Cochran (The Cure & V/H/S Halloween)
Actress Samantha Cochran joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her behind-the-scenes experiences with The Cure and V/H/S Halloween. She shares insights into her career transition from athlete to actress and provides advice for those aspi…
- Episode 290 featuring Netflix ROOMATES with actor Aidan Langford
Actor Aidan Langford joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss the new Netflix film ROOMMATES. He shares insights on working with co-stars Nick Kroll and Sadie Sandler, his experiences with producer Adam Sandler, and the importance of queer…
- Episode 289 featuring HELLRIPPER (James McBain)
James McBain of HELLRIPPER discusses his creative process, how he blends diverse
- Episode 288 featuring Christina Orjalo (Deathstalker & The Big Comfy Couch!)
Christina Orjalo joins The Creative Imbalance to share behind-the-scenes details about the film Deathstalker, where she plays an assassin. She also reflects on her extensive acting career, which began at a young age, including roles in The…
- Episode 287 featuring Captain Skinner!
Visual artist Captain Skinner and director Allen Cordell discuss their humorous and unconventional series "Art Show with Captain Skinner," available on Etch Film's YouTube channel.
- Episode 286 featuring TIGERS JAW (Brianna Collins)
Brianna Collins of Tigers Jaw shares insights from her 20-year history with the band, covering their evolution from early scene days to the release of their new album, "Lost On You," and reflecting on life as a touring musician.
- Episode 285 featuring GAEREA! Evolution of Sound, Loss, and Shattering Vulnerability
This episode features the band Gaerea, discussing their upcoming album Loss. The conversation delves into the evolution of their sound, managing grief, and creating art from a place of vulnerability.
- Episode 284 featuring SWEETNESS Film (Actor & Director)
Herman Tommeras and Emma Higgins join The Creative Imbalance to discuss their film SWEETNESS. The conversation delves into the psychological thriller's themes, including mental health, toxic fandom, and artist exhaustion, drawing parallels…
- Episode 283 featuring Sook-Yin Lee (Much Music & Paying For It)
The Creative Imbalance podcast features film director and broadcast legend Sook-Yin Lee, discussing her experiences at Much Music and her movie "Paying For It".
- Episode 282 featuring Kezia Gill
UK singer-songwriter Kezia Gill joins the podcast to discuss her new album
- Episode 281 featuring Ov Sulfur (Chase Wilson)
Chase Wilson from Ov Sulfur discusses the creation of their new album Endless, which blends Deathcore, Black Metal, and Metalcore genres. The conversation also covers his tattoo inspired by 'The Witch,' memorializing his grandfather, and a…
- Episode 280 featuring 54-40 (Neil Osborn)
Neil Osborn of 54-40 joins to discuss their new album Porto, past hits, and his songwriting influences including Carl Jung
- Episode 279 featuring Blitz//Berlin (Martin Macphail)
Martin Macphail, a member of the Juno Award-winning trio BLITZ//BERLIN, joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his career scoring major film trailers and franchises including Alien Earth, Top Gun Maverick, and House of the Dragon. He deta…
- Episode 278 featuring JOE CASH! - Love, Loss, and Alligator Pie
Singer, songwriter, and cinematographer Joe Cash joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss individuality, his EP "Alligator Pie," and community building. The conversation touches on his DIY approach to music and includes lighthearted discuss…
- Episode 277 featuring Big Wreck & Rock Stories with Sekou Lumumba!
Sekou Lumumba details his unexpected path to becoming a drummer, his work with Big Wreck, and collaborations with artists like Ian Thornley and Serena Ryder.
- Episode 276 featuring SHAD K ! (Start Anew and Netflix Hip-Hop Evolution)
Shad joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his new album Start Anew, exploring themes of life, individuality, and lessons learned from hosting Netflix's Hip-Hop Evolution.
- Episode 275 featuring THE VILE (Fantastic Fest Best Horror Film Award) Director Chat
Majid Al Ansari, director of the Emirati film 'The Vile,' discusses his award-winning movie, which combines elements of family drama, polygamous relationships in Muslim culture, black magic, and supernatural forces.
- Episode 274 featuring Empanadas Ilegales (Ricardo & Daniel)
Ricardo and Daniel from Empanadas Ilegales joined The Creative Imbalance to discuss their album "Sancocho Trifásico." They shared insights into its mastering by Grammy winner Adam Ayan, their blend of influences, and the story behind their…
- Episode 273 featuring The Omro Heist! (Cast & Director)
The Creative Imbalance podcast features the director and cast of The Omro Heist, sharing behind-the-scenes details of its creation. The episode highlights how the film fostered community connection in Omro, Wisconsin.
- Episode 272 featuring Kat Cunning (Actor/Singer/Songwriter)
Actor and singer-songwriter Kat Cunning discusses her creative process, the release of the film Star People, and her EP Glass Jaw. The conversation covers her experiences in film and music, and her approach to authentic storytelling.
- Episode 271 featuring GWAR! (Sawborg Destructo)
Sawborg Destructo joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss GWAR's 40th anniversary and their new EP, 'The Return Of Gor Gor'. The conversation touches on the band's legacy and future.
- Episode 270 feat 40 Years of STRANGE ADVANCE (Drew Arnott)
This episode of The Creative Imbalance features Drew Arnott celebrating 40 years of Strange Advance. The discussion covers the band's history, from their 80s radio hits and the MTV era to their creative process and current activities, offe…
- Episode 269 featuring Kasey Karlsen of Deadlands!
Kasey Karlsen of Deadlands joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss the release of her debut EP "SEVEN." She shares her childhood dreams of being in a band, her development as a vocalist, and details the Deadlands single "Kundalini," includ…
- Episode 268 featuring The Haunted (Founder/Guitar Player: Patrik Jensen)
Patrik Jensen, founding member of The Haunted, reflects on 30 years of the band, their role in the Gothenburg extreme metal scene, and the military-inspired concept behind their new album "Songs Of Last Resort." He offers advice to aspirin…
- Episode 267 feat Creatures Of Chaos (Mental Health & Animation)
Asavari and Shaivalini Kumar join The Creative Imbalance to discuss their short film 'Creatures Of Chaos.' The animation explores modern society's impact on mental health and personal habits, featuring cosmic creatures that represent a rat…
- Episode 266 featuring Rivers Of Nihil (Adam Biggs)
Adam Biggs from Rivers Of Nihil joins the show to discuss the band's new self-titled album. Topics include lyrical themes of fantasy versus reality, music video production, modern media consumption, and advice for aspiring musicians.
- Episode 265 featuring Chrissy Spratt (Singer/Viral Video Sensation)
Chrissy Spratt, singer/songwriter and viral video sensation, joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her success on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. She shares insights into her new single "In Too Deep" and offers advice for aspiring c…
- Episode 264 featuring Fog Of War (Director Mike Day)
Director Mike Day joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his new World War II film "Fog of War." The conversation covers the making of the mystery film, which stars John Cusack, Mira Sorvino, Jake Abel, and Brianna Hildebrand, and Day's o…
- Episode 263 feat The Father of E-Sports WALTER DAY (King Of Kong / Arcades & Love Songs)
Walter Day, known as the 'Father of E-Sports' and featured in 'The King Of Kong,' is the subject of the new documentary 'Arcades & Love Songs.' The film explores his journey of writing hundreds of songs after a heartbreak in 1985, his reun…
- Episode 262 featuring Employed To Serve (Justine & Sammy)
Sammy and Justine from the metalcore band Employed To Serve join The Creative Imbalance to share their origin story as high school sweethearts and the formation of their band. They also discuss Justine's journey in finding her metal voice…
- Episode 261 feat Karan Soni (Deadpool / A Nice Indian Boy)
Karan Soni, known for his role as Dopinder in Deadpool, and director Roshan Sethi join The Creative Imbalance to discuss Soni's romantic comedy 'A Nice Indian Boy'. They delve into comedic acting, improvisation, directing, and Soni shares…
- Episode 260 featuring Caliban (Marc & Iain)
Founding member Marc Görtz and Kenneth Iain Duncan of Caliban discuss the band's 25-year legacy and their upcoming album "Back From Hell," described as a redemption album signifying a reset for the band.
- Episode 259 featuring Lunatic / Luna Vachon Doc (Director Kate Kroll)
Filmmaker Kate Kroll joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her documentary 'Lunatic,' which explores the life and legacy of wrestler Luna Vachon. The episode covers Vachon's pioneering role for women in professional wrestling, unseen VHS…
- Episode 258 featuring BEAST! (George Buza) X-Men '97 and X-Men: The Animated Series
In this episode of The Creative Imbalance, George Buza discusses his return as Beast in X-Men '97 and his experiences with X-Men: The Animated Series. He explores the correlations between his life and the character, and explains how the sh…
- Episode 257 featuring LEGENDARY AUTHOR Elizabeth Hand!
Elizabeth Hand joins "The Creative Imbalance" to discuss her role in the docuseries "First Word On Horror," which features interviews with top modern horror writers. The series uniquely combines real-life interviews with animated adaptatio…
- Episode 256 feat Goldy lockS (Singer/Songwriter & TNA Wrestling Original)
Singer/Songwriter Goldy lockS joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her single "I Didn't Know" with Mickie James. She recounts being fired from TNA Wrestling, losing her record deal, and facing IRS debt simultaneously, detailing her come…
- Episode 255 feat Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives of Q Lazzarus
The Creative Imbalance features Eva Aridjis Fuentes discussing her documentary on Q Lazzarus, the artist behind the song "Goodbye Horses." Fuentes serendipitously found Lazzarus after her mid-90s disappearance and interviewed her about her…
- Ep 254 feat 90's LA Pirate Radio Pioneer SUE CARPENTER! (40 Watts From Nowhere)
The Creative Imbalance podcast interviews Sue Carpenter, a pioneer of 90s Los Angeles pirate radio. Carpenter shares the story behind the illegal KBLT station, broadcast from her apartment, its growth in popularity, and her views on indepe…
- Episode 253 featuring DARK MATCH (Director Lowell Dean)
Director Lowell Dean joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his new film Dark Match, a horror/pro wrestling movie. Dean shares insights into the film's practical effects, his experience working with Chris Jericho, and the inspiration behi…
- Episode 252 featuring GEORGE A. ROMERO's RESIDENT EVIL (Documentary)
Director Brandon Salisbury joins the show to discuss George A. Romero's original script for a Resident Evil film. Salisbury's documentary explores the script's story and first draft. He also shares his personal history with the Resident Ev…
- Episode 251 feat Director of "Before The End: Searching For Jim Morrison"
Filmmaker Jeff Finn joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his docuseries, "Before The End: Searching for Jim Morrison." The series delves into Jim Morrison's death, featuring interviews with those close to him and detailing Finn's invest…
- Episode 250 feat BUBBLES of TRAILER PARK BOYS!
Bubbles of Trailer Park Boys joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss his band The Shitrockers, the documentary "Standing On The Shoulders With Kitties," and themes including touring, anxiety, manifestation, simulations, and the peace cats…
- Episode 249 featuring Falcon Jane
Sara May of Falcon Jane joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her album Legacy, her directorial work on music videos, her experience teaching guitar, and her evolution as a songwriter.
- Episode 248 feat Director Ashlea Wessel on THE ART OF HORROR
Director and photographer Ashlea Wessel joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss her path in horror filmmaking. She shares insights on her creation process, including her short films in "Creepy Bits 2", and provides guidance for new filmmak…
- Episode 247 featuring Tribulation (Adam Zaars)
Adam Zaars, founding member of Tribulation, joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss the band's two-decade legacy and their new album, "Sub Rosa In Æternum." The conversation covers the album's influences, the band's evolution, and advice f…
- Episode 246 - R.L. Stine's Zombie Town
Director Peter Lepeniotis joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss R.L. Stine's "Zombie Town," detailing its creation and starring actors Dan Akroyd and Chevy Chase. Lepeniotis also reflects on his extensive animation career, including work…
- Episode 245 featuring "DON'T FUCK WITH GHOSTS" (Adam Rodness & Stu Stone)
Adam Rodness and Stu Stone join The Creative Imbalance to discuss their new film "Don't Fuck With Ghosts," which explores attempts at contacting the other side. They also share insights from their careers in the film, television, and enter…
- Episode 244 featuring Swallow The Sun (Juha Raivio)
Juha Raivio, founding member of Swallow The Sun, joins The Creative Imbalance to discuss the band's 25-year legacy and their commitment to artistic integrity. The conversation touches on the writing process for their upcoming album 'Shinin…
- Episode 243 featuring Charlotte Kirk (Duchess Film)
This episode features Charlotte Kirk discussing her film Duchess, directed by Neil Marshall. Kirk shares her experiences in action roles, future projects, and offers advice for actors entering the film industry, touching on themes of vulne…