The EpicVishin Podcast

🎙️ In this episode of the Epic Vision Podcast, I sit down with illustrator, community artist, creative producer, and craft tutor for a deep conversation about art, community, creativity, and the power of helping others create. We talk about Caroline’s journey from being a dyslexic art student to becoming a respected community artist working across Greater Manchester, how she discovered her passion...

Sometimes you don’t need to create… you just need to see. In this episode of Epicvishin, I take a journey from Manchester to Edinburgh — and along the way, something shifts. From a quiet morning at Lakeland Farm in Ings, feeding lambs and sitting in stillness, to the open roads of the Lake District… this trip became more than just travel. It became a reminder of how much our environment shapes the...

The Harsh Reality Of Being a Full-Time Artist Nobody talks about the real cost of turning your art into a career. The inconsistent income, the identity shift, the compromises, and what it actually means to do this outside London. In this video, Jojo Hayfron shares an honest look at the full-time artist life. The parts people romanticise, and the parts they don't mention. Whether you're thi...

n this powerful episode of Epicvishin, 7 incredible artists share one crucial piece of advice: Just start. From seasoned creators to emerging talents, they open up about their journeys, the failures they faced, and the lessons they wish they knew sooner. I also reflect on how starting, even imperfectly, is the first step toward transformation. Don’t miss these gems of wisdom and inspiration!👉 Wat...

I didn’t expect this to get emotional. I visited Phantasmagoria, a creative space in Mossley, to see what they do on a regular day… but ended up experiencing something much deeper. On this particular day, they were screening a documentary about their journey — a film that captures the heart of what they’ve built and the impact it has on the people around them. Through conversations, shared moments...

The Secret to Happiness? Ask a "Certified Party Uncle" Is it possible to stay positive in a cynical world? Today, we take a walk through Manchester’s Northern Quarter with the city's "Certified Party Uncle," UNKUUL. From the canals to the clubs, Unkuul breaks down the philosophy behind reading a crowd, curating a vibe, and why being an "Uncle" is a state of mind,...

Most people walk past these windows every day without knowing the secret hidden inside. In this episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, artist Chris Anderson reveals the emotional story behind her massive "stained glass" tribute to the Manchester Regiment. We dive into the "imposter syndrome" she felt taking on such a huge public commission, the technical challenges of turning forgo...

How Kyla Brox went from singing in local Manchester pubs to winning the European Blues Challenge and performing on international stages. In this episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, we sit down with the "Queen of British Blues," Kyla Brox. From starting her career at age 12 at the Band on the Wall to becoming an award-winning soul legend, Kyla reveals the raw truth behind her journey. We d...

Previously, I shared how I landed my biggest commission yet — creating a giant tulip sculpture for the Tulips of Ashton Trail 2026.In this episode, I take you behind the scenes as the project officially begins. I visit the Tameside Archives, meet with the organisers, research Ashton’s history, speak to people in the town centre, and begin developing my first design ideas. You’ll also see the tulip...

# **🔥 EPICVISHIN PODCAST — EDZOR TALEZ: FROM BBC 1XTRA TO MAN UNITED CAMPAIGNS | FULL INTERVIEW** Step inside the journey of **Edzor Talez**, the Manchester-based Afro R&B artist and rapper whose energy, versatility, and story are inspiring a new wave of creatives across the UK. From **BBC 1Xtra Track of the Week**, **BBC Introducing**, and **Manchester Evening News**, all the way to starring...

This project didn’t come from cold emails, applications, or chasing opportunities. It came from conversation, connection, and positioning. In this video, I break down how a podcast appearance turned into a paid council commission — from the first conversation, to the relationship-building, to the exact moments that created the opportunity. Watch the Sarah Hardacre interview that started this journ...

In this episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, we sit down with Martha Distin Webster, a Mossley-based artist, community facilitator, and Forest School leader who is making creativity accessible at the grassroots level in Tameside. Martha shares her journey as a working artist in Greater Manchester, how place and nature shape her creative practice, and why community-led art matters now more than ever....

DJ. Fire performer. Dancer. Educator. In this episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, Magnum Poppin breaks down what it really takes to build a multi-hyphenate creative career. We explore her journey of creative independence, the pressure of performing, finding confidence in male-dominated spaces, and what it truly means to turn passion into profession. We talk about: How she got started as a DJ and pe...

What happens when food, music, culture and community collide? 🌶️🎶In this episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, I sit down with Kari, co-founder of The Hotbox. The only Caribbean takeaway in Denton, Greater Manchester. But this conversation goes way beyond food. Kari opens up about building a takeaway that doubles as a creative hub, hosting live DJ sessions, supporting local artists, and creating a s...

This episode of the Epicvishin podcast explores the profound connection between art and the broader human experience, highlighting how personal expression becomes a form of social justice. We discuss the sacrifices required for true artistic commitment and how art acts as a powerful commentary on contemporary issues. This episode offers valuable life lessons and insights into personal development...

Behind every unforgettable film score or game soundtrack is a composer shaping emotion and story. In this episode of the Epicvishin podcast, Jojo Hayfron sits down with Stuart Woolley, a Manchester‑based film composer and game music composer, to explore how creatives actually build a career in the competitive world of film scoring and video game music production.✨ Highlights from the conversation...

Epicvishin Podcast | Tameside Creative Network End-of-Year Special @ Nico DitchStep inside the vibrant world of Tameside’s creative community! In this episode, we take you behind the scenes at the Tameside Creative Network’s end-of-year event, hosted at the Nico Ditch. From DJs and singers to illustrators, textile artists, and photographers, you’ll hear directly from local creatives about why they...

People see the finished podcast. The guests, the clips, the lighting, the vibe. What they don’t see is the late nights, the failed recordings, the ghosted messages, the corrupted files and the self-doubt. In this episode of The Epicvision Podcast, I pull back the curtain and share exactly how I built this podcast from scratch with no budget, no studio and no team. Just a microphone, three phones a...

From dyslexia and doubt to filmmaking, festivals, and founding Prickle Productions — Thomas Jackson’s journey is a creative comeback story. In this 23-minute episode of The Epicvishin Podcast, we sit down with Thomas Jackson, a Denton-based filmmaker who turned early struggles into creative fuel. Thomas opens up about discovering cinema as a lifeline, finding his tribe, studying independent filmma...

Meet Leigh "TRIK09" Redhead, a Sheffield street artist whose work you’ve probably seen without even realizing it. In this episode of The EpicVishin Podcast, we dive into his journey from sketchbooks to walls, how his style evolved, and why street art remains one of the most powerful creative voices in the city. We talk graffiti culture, creative identity, the pressures of gaining recogni...

Content Note: This episode includes discussions of nudity within an artistic context. What happens when an artist refuses to fit the mould? In this powerful conversation, collage artist Sarah Hardacre dives deep into censorship, feminism, working-class identity and the politics of the female body. From soft-porn archives to brutalist tower blocks, Sarah has built a unique visual language,  one tha...

Filmmaker and environmental storyteller Luke Blazejewski joins Jojo Hayfron to explore creativity, nature, and the wild spaces that shape art and identity. A cinematic journey through vision, ecology, and the power of seeing.

In this episode, Jojo explores the vibrant, often-overlooked creative energy pulsing through Greater Manchester’s outer boroughs, especially Tameside. From personal battles with breast cancer to building grassroots art movements, Jojo shares a compelling journey of resilience, community, and artistic defiance. Discover why real art doesn’t need skyscrapers or shiny galleries, and how local artists...

If you’re not from central Manchester, chances are you’ve been overlooked in the UK art scene. Tameside, Stockport, Oldham, we’re sitting on a goldmine of talent that rarely gets seen. The Epic Vishin Podcast is here to change that. Hosted by artist and animator Jojo Hayfron, this show celebrates the raw, unfiltered creativity thriving outside the city spotlight. In this pilot episode, Jojo shares...