Student Pages Podcast

In the latest episode of the Student Pages Spotlight Series, host Izzy interviews Parson James, who shares insights about his recent track, "Love Right Here." With over 1.2 billion streams, James expresses his disbelief at the song's success, attributing a significant part of its creation to producer Troy Miller, known for his work with Amy Winehouse, whom James reveres as a major inspiration.  Ja...

In a our latest spotlight episode, host Jayden welcomes Charlotte Delaney , an actress with over 60 credits to her name, as a special guest. Delaney discusses her upcoming project, "Run, Hide, Fight, Infidels," in which she takes on a new and significant role as the head protester. This role marks a departure from her typical characters, which often include more stereotypical roles such as bullies...

For our latest Student Pages Spotlight, Izzy sits down with lead singer Will Irvine from Daytime TV , discussing his upcoming album "Rodeo," highlighted by the new single "Meditate." Will expresses the significant impact the album has had on his creative process, marking a turning point for his band as they define their sound and artistic direction. He notes that life experiences, particularly dur...

In our latest episode of Student Pages Spotlight Sessions, Jayden sits down with the supremely talented actor Shamere Dunswell , who expresses gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the film "Divine Direction," where he portrays Chad Moorer. The film features notable actors such as Dorian Gregory and Eric Roberts, whom Dunswell admires. He emphasizes the honor of sharing Chad Moorer's life st...

Joey Luthman , an award-winning actor known for his roles in shows like Weeds, Modern Family, Hawaii Five-O, and Chicago Med, shares his passion for animal welfare in this episode of Student Pages Spotlight. Luthman's involvement with Every Cat Health Foundation stems from his deep love for cats, particularly after experiencing personal losses, including the passing of his cat Winter from chronic...

In this episode of Student Pages, host Jayden interviews Sonny from East Exchange about the band's new EP titled "Torn Between Ties." Sonny discusses the evolution of the EP, revealing that the music reflects a significant shift in their style that began two to three years ago, when the band aimed for a more serious approach to their music. The foundational songs, "Torn," "Fall," and "Ghost," orig...

Jamie Slaughter ’s journey into the music industry began at a young age, influenced by a family deeply immersed in music, which served as a backdrop for her childhood. Despite her passion for music, she initially perceived a career in the field as something unattainable for someone from her background. Instead, she started a career in sales at 18, discovering unexpected parallels between sales and...

Host Izzy welcomes back Tom Ball to discuss his upcoming classical-crossover single "Boy Scientist," recorded with LIM and London Voices at Abbey Road and releasing August 12. The track is part of a classical crossover genre, recorded in the renowned Abbey Road Studios with the London Voices ensemble. Tom shares his journey with the single, crediting his collaboration with the musical collective L...

In the latest edition of the student pages spotlight series, host Izzy interviews British Actor Kieran Bew , who reprises his role as Hugh Hammer in the highly anticipated third season of "House of the Dragon." Kieran expresses his excitement about returning to the show and feels privileged to collaborate with a talented cast and crew. He highlights the enjoyable atmosphere during script read-thro...

For our latest Student Pages spotlight interview, Jayden sits down with LA pop-punk sensation Chloe Star to discuss her latest release GAMES. She expresses enthusiasm about creating four upcoming tracks, which were primarily recorded with a live band in New York and Nashville. Chloe describes the process of making music as both inspiring and fun, noting that sharing her work with the world feels l...

In this episode, BEKS talks about her latest single "Nice Try," the newly written anthem "Terf Werk" addressing microaggressions toward the trans community, upcoming Melodrama remixes, and her experience as a guest judge on Drag Race Down Under vs The World. She also shares her journey from writing jingles and touring as a punk rocker to forging an independent solo career, her influences, creative...

For our latest spotlight series episode, we caught up with trio Yee Loi , comprised of siblings Rose (19, guitar and vocals), Matilda (17, drums and vocals) and Don Don (15, bass) from Liverpool. In this lively discussion hosted by Jayden Robinson, the band Yee Loi, featuring members Rose and Matilda, introduced their new single titled "Down in the Bunker." This song originated from a creative pro...

Host Uche caught up with Sola Guinto to disucss her new single "Bonkers" and its influence on her creative process. Sola explains that each release allows her to explore her artistic identity more boldly and gain confidence, noting the importance of fan responses to her music. She describes her approach to songwriting as capturing moments that are unique and allowing them to exist independently wh...

In the latest episode of the Student Pages Spotlight series, host Izzy interviews Maya Lane, discussing her new single "Cherry Stains and Dumb Flings." Maya shares that the song was inspired by a tumultuous period in her life, where she experienced both significant career advancements, such as touring Europe and performing at major shows, alongside personal challenges like moving out of her childh...

In this episode Izzy sits down with actor Maxim Wrottesley to discuss returning as Ser Lorent Marbrand in House of the Dragon, his lifelong love of fantasy, and how adapting the books for TV changes characters and storylines. They cover the Battle of the Gullet, on-set choices, and what fans can expect from the rest of the season. Max also shares his acting origins, challenges of the industry like...

Host Izzy chats with sibling duo Alt Blk Era about their upcoming album—an evolution of the Raven Mortal story with more rap and electronic influences—plus their festival comebacks at Splendour and 2000 Trees and the whirlwind of supporting Pendulum on tour. The creative process has evolved since they began releasing music in 2022, allowing them to better understand their sounds and collaboration...

In the latest episode of the Student Pages Spotlight Series, hosted by Izzy, features a return visit from Sydnie Christmas , discussing her newly released single "Lean On You," which is part of her upcoming album. Collaborating with notable figures like Paul Meehan, known for his work with One Direction, Sydnie reflects on her songwriting journey that started at the age of 11. She expresses surpri...

In the latest episode of the Student Pages Spotlight Series, host Jayden welcomes guests Stephanie Hutchinson and Becky Lees in an in-person setting at the newly established LSO St Luke's. Stephanie discusses the significance of the new facilities for LSO Discovery, an initiative founded nearly 40 years ago by LSO musicians themselves. This program emerged from a desire to connect more profoundly...

In the latest installment of the Student Pages Spotlight series, host Izzy welcomes the band Midnight Till Morning, celebrating their recent milestones, including their first sold-out UK and European tour. The band's members express their excitement about performing at prestigious venues like BST Hyde Park, emphasizing how surreal it feels to have audiences so far from their homes in Australia and...

Host Izzy interviews actress Chloe Fox about her lead role as Celeste in Paramount’s thriller The Highest Stakes, her audition experience, and how she connected to the character. Chloe discusses her love of psychological thrillers and comedy, her training at Emile Dale Academy, and her early break through commercials and Find Me in Paris. Fox shares her initial experience with the script, having r...

Host Izzy interviews Anthony B. Jenkins about his role as Devante in the final season of The Chi, his work in the Hulu film Their Fight, and other notable credits. Anthony discusses his acting journey from age four, his training, approach to character work ('life not lines'), and his love for underdog roles and character development. He shares practical audition advice—keep going and stay on your...

For our latest spotlight series episode, host Jayden speaks with artist Tanis about her upcoming single, "The Bad One," set to release on June 12. Tanis reflects on the creative journey of the single, revealing that she wrote and composed it two years ago but had left it in her backlog of unfinished demos. After revisiting the song late last year, she felt it needed a producer's touch and collabor...

Welcome back to the Spotlight series' Student Page. Host Izzy interviews Theo Paphitis, a renowned entrepreneur known for his appearances on Dragon's Den and his retail group that includes brands like Ryman and Boux Avenue. The conversation delves into Theo's entrepreneurial journey, notably influenced by his experience with dyslexia. He explains that dyslexic individuals often become entrepreneur...

In the latest episode of the Student Pages Spotlight Series, host Izzy interviews Anna Vocino  , who voices the character Mrs. Potato Head in the upcoming Toy Story 5, set to release in UK cinemas this June. Vocino expresses her excitement about joining the iconic Toy Story franchise, noting the pressure of filling the shoes of the late Estelle Harris, who originally brought the character to life...

Host Izzy speaks with singer-songwriter Will Brown about his new single "Scars and Glory" and EP Welcome to Brandsville, his move from gospel to pop-soul, and the confidence that fuels his creative process. He explains how he landed support slots with Jules Holland, how he deals with online negativity, and the people who shaped his path. Will reflects on how these projects have bolstered his confi...