Student Pages Podcast

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...

Welcome back to the student pages spotlight series. Host Izzy interviews voice actress Mary Gibbs , known for her role as Boo in Disney's Monsters Inc. Gibbs shares her excitement about being part of such an influential franchise, especially having been cast at just two and a half years old. She talks about working with legendary actors, returning to voice work, her experience on audio series Hero...

For our latest Spotlight Sessions interview, Jayden from Student Pages converses with Alex DeLeon,, the frontman of The Cab , about their experiences and new music. Alex humorously reveals that while he is known as the singer, he is the "passenger of the cab," often not driving during their extensive tours to preserve his voice. The discussion turns to their new single, "Sweet Kerosene," and the u...

Join host Izzy and special guest ALICJA as they discuss her journey from gospel choirs and winning The Voice of Poland to representing Poland at Eurovision with her soulful hit "Pray," which has over 1.5 million streams. Expressing gratitude for her loyal fans over the past four years, she explained that their encouragement inspired her return to Eurovision, despite not initially planning to parti...

Host Izzy speaks with singer-songwriter John Newman about reworking his hit into the new "Love Me Again (Again)" remixes, his creative "bucket of influence," and the people—especially his daughter and tight-knit team—who inspire him. More than a decade after its original release defined a generation of dance-pop, John Newman’s ‘Love Me Again’ returns reborn for the club floor. Arriving as a stagge...

In this episode Izzy interviews award-winning actor and talk-show host Cash Hovey about his journey from childhood set visits and indie films to hosting the acclaimed series On Air with Ka$h. Kash Hovey, an award-winning actor and talk show host of "On Air with Ka$h," reflects on his career journey during an interview. He acknowledges the challenges in the entertainment industry shaped by events l...

Jayden welcomes viewers back to Student Pages spotlight series for an interview with Sophie Aldred, discussing her nearly 40-year portrayal of Ace in Doctor Who. Sophie reflects on the profound impact the role has had on her life, noting how she has evolved alongside the character, which has instilled confidence in her. When asked about similarities between herself and Ace, Sophie expresses the ch...

Host Izzy sits down with producer and festival director Susan Gorrell to trace her journey from a music-industry family to founding and running the Julien Dubuque International Film Festival (JDIFF) and producing indie features, shorts and documentaries. The episode covers Susan's producing process — finding projects, building pitch decks, collaborating with directors and crews, casting for authen...

Jayden interviews American composer Zachary Horner about his musical upbringing, creative process, and work on the Littlefoot short remake. They discuss recreating the original orchestration, remote collaboration with animators and directors, career highlights including working with a real orchestra, and advice for students starting in film music.

Host Izzy sits down with Oscar-nominated actors Nicole Alyse Nelson and Jonah Lees to discuss their nominated projects—Nicole's inventive Jane Austen–inspired period satire and Jonah's Blue Moon. They talk casting stories, character preparation, on-set moments, and Jonah's live piano performance in the film. The interview also covers their training, career advice for aspiring actors, the role of s...

Jayden interviews Birdie Borria about landing the role of Rebecca in Stranger Things Season 5, her similarities to the character, and the camaraderie on set with fellow young cast members. They discuss audition tips, working with directors like Steven Spielberg, balancing school and acting, social media boundaries, and her upcoming film The Breadwinner — plus a playful theory about Eleven’s fate.

Host Jayden sits down with legendary veteran voice actor Jeff Bergman about his remarkable career bringing iconic characters to life—from Looney Tunes favorites to Mr. Potato Head in the upcoming Toy Story 5. Jeff recounts meeting Mel Blanc, shares audition stories, industry changes, and practical advice for students and aspiring voice actors. Other roles include The Joker in Batman: Return of the...

Host Izzy sits down with young actor Summer-Joules to talk about her role as Littlefoot in the new short film, her acting background, and how she landed a lead in the upcoming feature Boo. Summer-Joules reflects on connecting with the character, her training, and the pride of being chosen for such a beloved legacy. She also shares practical advice for aspiring actors, how she handles nerves, influ...

Continuing our Stranger Things Special Spotlight, host  @izzyjeevesmedia chats with the phenomenally talented young actress Eden Stephens about playing Debbie on the global hit series @strangerthingstv  [season 5], becoming a fan of the show, and her experience working with the cast. Eden reflects on her earlier roles in theatre, how she overcomes nerves and shares advice for those looking to foll...

For our latest spotlight series episode, we sat down with Kira Powell , an award-winning writer-director whose ground breaking work explores themes like identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience. Her short film BEST EYES has just been nominated for Outstanding Short Form (Live Action) at the NAACP Image Awards, a recognition that highlights the film’s impact and resonance. You can watch th...

In this episode Student Pages sits down with Afterdrive frontman Ben Watts and bassist Ed Ruff to discuss their new single "Fashion", upcoming UK and EU tours, and the inspirations behind their evolving sound. They talk about supporting big acts, balancing work and music, handling social media and hate, and the creative process as they prepare to release their first five-track EP. Listeners get ad...