Episodes

  • Season 1 Finale: Joshua Tree Special
    Oct 16 2025

    In the magic-filled finale of the first season of Keepers of the Fire, join us on a special trip to the desert outside of Los Angeles for our first of many excursions.

    In this episode, Eman and Journey explain the origin story of the podcast, talk about Journey's intense ketamine therapy session, review all the things they and their guests let go of and called in during the burning rituals this year, and even do some improv jamming by the fire! All that and more in this scenic and laugh-filled finale.

    Please rate and review Keepers of the Fire on your favorite platforms, and check out the full video for this episode on YouTube!

    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for exclusive clips and updates, plus check out KeepersPodcast.com for merch and more!

    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte
    Production Assistance from Chelsea Ceasor

    Cover Photo by Justin Wall

    #Hollywood #California #JoshuaTree #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #television #StarWars #Ahsoka #Actor #Actors #Acting #Music #Musicians #freestyle

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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • Elizabeth Grullón
    Oct 8 2025

    Elizabeth Grullón joins Keepers of the Fire to discuss getting cast in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, being a first-generation actor in an immigrant family, and her new outlook on life as an expectant mother. Besides doing both motion capture and voice acting for the Second Sister, Trilla, in the Fallen Order video game, Elizabeth has starred in The Owl House, Primos, Party of Five, NBA2K24, and dozens of other projects.

    Side note: Elizabeth and her husband, Thibaud, welcomed their child since this episode was recorded. Congratulations! They also have a new short film, The Things We Carry, starring Michael Madsen, which premiered at the Hollyshorts Film Festival earlier this year.

    You can follow Elizabeth on Instagram and Twitter, and check out her iMDB to find out where to see her work!

    Please rate and review Keepers of the Fire on your favorite platforms, and check out the full video for this episode on YouTube!

    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for exclusive clips and updates, plus check out KeepersPodcast.com for merch and more!

    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte
    Production Assistance from Stephen Scaglione

    #StarWars #FallenOrder #TheOwlHouse #Primos #Jedi #Sith #acting #singing #hollywood #auditioning #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #television

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    2 hrs and 36 mins
  • Omid Abtahi
    Oct 1 2025

    Omid Abtahi joins Keepers of the Fire for our longest episode yet! Omid discusses acting in projects like Star Wars: The Mandalorian, American Gods, and The Boys, shares his experience with the miracle of fatherhood, and talks about some key lessons he learned for auditioning while working for a casting agent.

    Please rate and review Keepers of the Fire on your favorite platforms, and check out the full video for this episode on YouTube!

    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for exclusive clips and updates, plus check out KeepersPodcast.com for merch and more!

    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte
    Production Assistance from Justin Wall

    #StarWars #Mandalorian #AmericanGods #Argo #HungerGames #NCIS #24 #acting #meisner #hollywood #auditioning #casting #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #television

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    3 hrs and 5 mins
  • DragonWulf & JayBay
    Sep 24 2025

    This week on Keepers of the Fire, Eman Esfandi and Journey Bailey explore their alter egos for music and songwriting: DragonWulf and JayBay.

    From early childhood to teenage years to adulthood, both Eman and Journey discuss their many encounters with music throughout their lives, eventually ending up in the recording studio producing music together.

    After the stoke break, you'll hear a live rap performance of the song Where You At by DragonWulf and JayBay.

    Please rate and review Keepers of the Fire on your favorite platforms, and check out the full video for this episode on YouTube!

    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for exclusive clips and updates, plus check out KeepersPodcast.com for merch and more!

    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte
    Production Assistance from Omid Mardi

    #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #music #livemusic #musicperformance #acoustic #StarWars

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    2 hrs and 45 mins
  • Hour-long Fire Crackle
    Sep 17 2025

    We're taking a break this week, but in the meantime, we've put together an hour-long ambiance of fire crackle for you to relax to!

    Remember to subscribe to Keepers of the Fire on YouTube to watch full episodes and clips in widescreen, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok!

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    1 hr
  • Ellen McNeill
    Sep 10 2025

    Ellen McNeill performs LIVE in front of the fire, discusses how she founded the phenomenon known as Silverlake Jams, shares tips for hawking your show at Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, and more!

    Ellen is a singer-songwriter with a curious heart, creative mind, and adventurous spirit. She's lived in 11 cities across 5 countries and visited 22 more, but is currently in Los Angeles, where she founded Silverlake Jams, one of the fastest-growing pop-up concert series in the area, bringing together live acts, fans, and local brands for unforgettable nights.

    You can listen to Ellen's music on your favorite platforms, such as Apple Music, Spotify, and SoundCloud, and tickets are on sale now for the next Silverlake Jams on September 20th!

    Ellen's newest release Quiet Part comes out on October 1st. Her upcoming EP, History of a Heartbreak, served as the framework for her one-woman show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland.



    Keepers of the Fire

    Hosted by Eman Esfandi and Journey Bailey

    Produced by Eliana Robertson

    Technical Director David Parrella

    Creative Director Eman Esfandi

    Production Design by Chloe Kirk

    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte

    #SilverlakeJams #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #music #livemusic #musicperformance #acoustic #StarWars

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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • Mental Health
    Sep 3 2025

    In this impromptu mental health episode of Keepers of the Fire, Eman and Journey share their own mental health practices, discussing how they keep their internal fires burning even on the toughest days.

    Originally intending to discuss a different topic, Eman and Journey decided to take time to reflect internally and with each other. What keeps their own flames going? What spiritual and mental health practices might they need to focus on more? By the end of the episode, you'll witness a transformation as their stresses boil away in front of the fire.

    Keepers of the Fire
    Hosted by Eman Esfandi and Journey Bailey
    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte

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    1 hr and 57 mins
  • Nora Mae
    Aug 27 2025

    Nora Mae performs LIVE in front of the fire, shares her cinematic songwriting process and discusses the arc of her musical style. Featuring two original songs performed live in front of the fire, accompanied by "Jacob Something" on guitar.

    Nora Mae's newest single "Don't Wake Me Up" comes out this Friday, 08/29!
    Click here to pre-save or listen

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    Granddaughter of the legendary Eartha Kitt, Nora Mae invites audiences into a world where daydreams meet reality, blending her heritage with a contemporary edge. Her songs, perfect for both intimate dinner parties and reflective evenings, are imbued with a sultry, James Bond-esque vibe that captivates and enchants.

    Featuring two original songs performed live in front of the fire, accompanied by Jacob Something on guitar.

    Keepers of the Fire
    Hosted by Eman Esfandi and Journey Bailey
    Produced by Eliana Robertson
    Technical Director David Parrella
    Creative Director Eman Esfandi
    Production Design by Chloe Kirk
    Construction and Swordsmith Rico Turrubiarte
    Production Assistance from Jake Lawler

    #keepersofthefire #keepers #fire #kotf #spirituality #podcast #videopodcast #film #music #livemusic #musicperformance #acoustic #StarWars

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    2 hrs and 9 mins