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PIVOTAL SLICE: on writing & composing

PIVOTAL SLICE: on writing & composing

By: Jade Green & David Mackenzie
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PIVOTAL SLICE is a dream of music and stories. Jade Green (writer) and David Mackenzie (composer) are expanding consciousness through creativity, meditation and ritual. They talk about what’s been inspiring them lately, what’s been making them angry, and how they are staying motivated through the ups and downs of the creative process.

© 2025 PIVOTAL SLICE: on writing & composing Art Music Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Don’t Sign That Contract!

    Don’t Sign That Contract!
    Jun 24 2025

    Jade and David discuss how competitive reality TV has shaped our perception of artists, and the abuses of power that can happen in creative contract negotiations. They share their own experiences with dodgy contracts, and explore how to advocate for yourself.

    Music and production by David Mackenzie

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    33 mins
  • Neurodivergence, Burnout, and the Art Life

    Neurodivergence, Burnout, and the Art Life
    Jun 3 2025

    David and Jade talk about autism, doing too much, and the power of animals for managing burnout.

    Music and production by David Mackenzie

    FOLLOW AND SUPPORT US

    Buy us a coffee or join our Patreon for exclusive content and 1:1 artist support.

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    Email us at pivotalslice@gmail.com

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    26 mins
  • The Enigmatic Allure of Aphex Twin

    The Enigmatic Allure of Aphex Twin
    Apr 15 2025

    We’re talking about the AHA! moments we’ve had with art, and how these moments shaped us. In this episode David talks about discovering Aphex Twin and learning something new about identity and creativity.


    Music and production by David Mackenzie

    FOLLOW AND SUPPORT US

    Buy us a coffee or join our Patreon for exclusive content and 1:1 artist support.

    Find us on socials:

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    Email us at pivotalslice@gmail.com

    Follow your hosts, Jade Green and David Mackenzie
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    30 mins
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