• Listening to Your Inner Voice with Michael Beinhorn
    Apr 9 2024

    David sits down with renowned music producer, composer and writer Michael Beinhorn to discuss his unique approaches to collaboration and the creative process. Michael has worked with legendary artists including Herbie Hancock, Soundgarden, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Hole, and it’s an honour to have him on the show.

    David and Michael discuss:

    - The power of creative visualisation

    - Somatic techniques for approaching creative work

    - The uses of neurodivergence, and how ‘obsessive thinking’ can help or hinder an artist

    - Evolutions in music production, technology and songwriting

    Find out more about the artist development services Michael offers here.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Power of Sound with Martin Coat & David Mackenzie
    Mar 27 2024

    Jade speaks to David and his collaborator Martin Coat about their Arts Council funded development project ‘MonoMyth’. Martin and David set out to deconstruct sound, from its physical qualities to its effect on brain waves. We discuss:

    - How to approach research and set an intention for a large project

    - The impact of our sonic environment on mental and physical health

    - Uses of the human voice

    - How sound can be used for healing

    To close the episode we will share one of the pieces Martin and David produced for the project, titled ‘Seven Rotations’. The piece is designed to be listened to for relaxation purposes – so please do not listen while driving or operating heavy machinery!

    Listen to the rest of MonoMyth here.

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • What is 'Tone'?
    Feb 28 2024

    Trigger warning for discussion of sexual violence in media.

    David and Jade attempt to break down the elusive concept of ‘tone’. They discuss the balance of light and dark in HBO's Succession, the role of intention in the writing process, and the rapey vibes of Poor Things.

    You can read Jade’s review of Poor Things here: Men explain sexual liberation to me in 'Poor Things'

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    28 mins
  • Representing Trans Stories with Miles Borrero
    Feb 14 2024

    Jade chats to writer and yoga teacher Miles Borrero about publishing his memoir Beautiful Monster: A Becoming, and the importance of seeing positive trans stories in media and literature.

    Throughout his many lives, Miles Borrero has survived fronting a Latin rock band, riding horses competitively, acting on various stages across the US, and nannying a six-year-old. He has been Catholic, Jewish, and a frequent guest at Krishna’s house, and has lived life as a boy, a girl, a woman, a man, and something in between. Now a senior yoga teacher who leads retreats and trainings all over the world, Miles is passionate about dismantling the systems within ourselves that keep us small. He lives in New York with his sweetheart and their two adorable dogs.

    Find all of Mile's offerings, including yoga, here. Or order the hardcover, ebook or audio of Beautiful Monster: A Becoming here. 

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Breaking the Cycle of Bullsh*t
    Dec 5 2023

    How do we figure out the path we are meant to be on, rather than the path chosen for us by others? 

    David and Jade ‘do a funny one’, rambling chaotically about marriage, babies, and the miserable reality of ‘cool jobs’. Merry Christmas! 

    Tell us about your own indoctrination by emailing pivotalslice@gmail.com.

    If this episode resonated with you, and you need some guidance around getting off ‘auto-pilot’, our hosts offer coaching services.

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    37 mins
  • How to Value Yourself with Christina Hennemann
    Nov 14 2023

    Christina was thrilled when she learned she had won a prize for her poetry, and the chance to publish a book. But she quickly noticed red flags as she was communicating with the editor in charge of her work – and things only got worse from there.

    Jade chats to Christina about the importance of valuing yourself and listening to intuition while navigating the world of publishing, and beyond. 

    Christina Hennemann (she/her) is a poet and prose writer based in Ireland. She’s a recipient of the Irish Arts Council’s Agility Award ’23 and she was longlisted in the National Poetry Competition. Her work appears in Poetry Wales, The Iowa Review, oranges, The Moth, York Literary Review, Ink Sweat & Tears, Moria, and elsewhere.

    Visit Christina's website / follow her on Instagram / Twitter

    Read 'How to make the most of microdosing' on oranges journal

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    50 mins
  • David Lynch’s Liminal Spaces
    Oct 23 2023

    Jade and David enjoy a damn fine cup of coffee and discuss the tonal landscapes of David Lynch’s work. Topics covered include baguettes, Tibetan monks, and car alarms. 

    Music and production by David Mackenzie

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    28 mins
  • Staying Grounded in Hollywood with Denise Santos
    Oct 2 2023

    David catches up with film and TV composer Denise Santos about her work, creative process and development. They discuss:

    • The importance of representing diverse stories
    • Staying strong and authentic in a male-dominated industry
    • Getting the most out of collaboration
    • Cultivating a healthy working routine

    Denise is an Emmy-winning Filipino musician and composer based in Los Angeles. Having previously worked as in-house composer at Hans Zimmer and Sony/ATV's Bleeding Fingers Music, her music has been heard in a multitude of movies and TV shows, most recently in Island of the Sea Wolves (Netflix), Eden: Untamed Planet (BBC America), and Primates (BBC One/PBS).

    Largely influenced by classical, orchestral, rock, and pop music, Denise loves to blend these different genres to create uniquely powerful compositions that help uplift diverse stories, filmmakers, and creators.

    Find out more about Denise on her website / follow her on Instagram

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    59 mins