The Martin Talk Show

Join us for a powerful conversation on the Martin Talk Show with comedian Sadiya Azmat as she discusses her upcoming show at the Edinburgh Fringe, titled "Rapism." This thought-provoking comedy tackles serious topics with humor, aiming to break down barriers and spark dialogue about trauma and resilience. Key takeaways: Sadiya shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind her sh...

Join us for an insightful discussion about the new musical "Fairlight," exploring LGBTQ+ representation in tennis and its historical roots. 🎭In this episode of the Martin Talk Show, we chat with the creative team behind "Fairlight"—producer Jenny, composer Michael, and librettist Alex. Discover how this musical aims to spark important conversations about identity, acceptance,...

Join us as we dive into the world of comedy and creativity with Em Stroud! 🎭 In this episode, we discuss her unique show, "Navigating Life," which explores themes of motorbikes, motherhood, meditation, and murder. Discover how Em's journey has shaped her performance and what it means to take her show to the Edinburgh Fringe. Key takeaways: Em's background as a theatre maker and...

Join us as we dive into the heartwarming journey of Jake Alexander and his solo show, Like a Good Neighbor, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival! Discover how a simple act of kindness towards a stray cat spiraled into a profound exploration of community, friendship, and the philosophy of being a good neighbor. Key takeaways: The inspiration behind Like a Good Neighbor How personal experiences shape st...

Join us as we dive into the world of musical comedy with Kevin McGeary! 🎤 Discover his unique show, "A Chinese Psyop," at the Edinburgh Fringe, where absurdity meets catchy tunes. Expect a night filled with laughter, unexpected twists, and a blend of stand-up and music that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Key takeaways: Kevin's journey from musician to musical comedi...

You’ll discover how creativity, music and a moment of perfect alignment can turn an ordinary encounter into an unforgettable story ✨🎙️ In Episode 519 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton welcomes musician Astar Repina for a special Cannes Film Festival episode titled “When the Stars Align” 🌙⭐ Filmed as part of the Cannes Film Festival series and brought to you by sponsor Chordal Green, t...

This episode will inspire you to see how one clear, courageous, aligned creative voice can ripple out and change the world 🌍✨ In this special Cannes Film Festival episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with artist Viktorija Faith for a powerful and deeply inspiring conversation titled One Aligned Person Has The Power To Change The World. 🎬🎨 Filmed as part of our Cannes F...

Step into a powerful Cannes conversation that will inspire you to believe in your creative voice, your story, and the courage it takes to say: Yes She Cannes 🎬✨ In this special episode of The Martin Talk Show, filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by sponsor Chordal Green, host Martin Colton sits down with filmmaker Faith Elizabeth for an inspiring conversation about creativity,...

Discover an inspiring conversation about cinema, creativity, and the powerful role of women in shaping stories on screen in this special Cannes Film Festival episode of The Martin Talk Show 🎬✨ In Episode 516, host Martin Colton sits down with producer Rabia Chopra for “Woman in Film India,” a conversation filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by sponsor Chordal Green 🌿🎙️ This ep...

Step into the creative fire of filmmaking and discover how stories can haunt, heal, and awaken the imagination in this powerful episode of The Martin Talk Show 🎬🔥 In this special Cannes Film Festival episode, host Martin Colton sits down with filmmaker Jazz Sagar for Episode 515, Dance of The Damned, a conversation that moves through the shadows and sparks of independent storytelling, artistic c...

Discover what really happens behind the scenes of casting, creativity and opportunity in this inspiring episode of The Martin Talk Show 🎬✨ In Episode 514, host Martin Colton sits down with Casting Director Lucy Lenox for a special Cannes Film Festival episode titled The Cast Directors Perspective, brought to you by Sponsor Chordal Green 🌿🎙️ Filmed in the creative glow of Cannes, this conversati...

Step into a conversation that will inspire you to think bigger about creativity, legacy, and the work you leave for the future ✨🎙️ In this special Cannes Film Festival episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with fashion designer Angelina Alriche for Episode 513, Sharing My Work With the Future 👗🌟 Filmed as part of our Cannes Film Festival series and proudly brought to you...

Discover how presence, confidence and creative power can transform the way you step onto any stage in this inspiring new episode of The Martin Talk Show. 🎙️✨In Episode 512, host Martin Colton welcomes Marina Tsvetanova for Holding The Power On Stage, a special Cannes Film Festival episode filmed in the heart of cinema’s most glamorous celebration. 🎬🌟Marina is a model, Mrs. Bulgaria 2019 🇧🇬, Fem...

Step into a conversation that will inspire you to see interviewing, filmmaking and creative storytelling as powerful acts of connection. 🎙️🎬In Episode 511 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down at the Cannes Film Festival with Alida Pantone for a very special episode titled One Interviewer To Another. 🌟Alida is an interviewer, filmmaker, producer and creative force with a deep lov...

In this inspiring Cannes Film Festival special, you’ll discover how Zambian screenwriter and filmmaker Muchemwa Sinkala turns culture, courage, and lived experience into stories that travel beyond borders. 🎬✨ In Episode 510 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Muchemwa Sinkala for Zambian Stories, a powerful conversation about storytelling, screenwriting, identity, creativi...

In this inspiring episode, you’ll discover how forgotten stories can find their voice again, and how storytelling can become an act of courage, memory and creative freedom ✨🎙️ In this special Cannes Film Festival episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Dolores Reynals, a storyteller, actor, author and voiceover artist whose work moves between stage, page, microphone and...

In this powerful Cannes Film Festival special, you’ll hear a conversation about courage, survival, truth and the strength it takes to turn pain into purpose. 🎬✨In Episode 508 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Monica Walsh, author of Take Me Out Of This Hell, Mrs Ireland World 2015, former model and passionate advocate for domestic violence awareness. 💫📖Filmed at the Ca...

Step into a Cannes conversation that will inspire you to embrace every skill, every detour, and every creative spark as part of your own artistic journey. ✨🎬 In this special episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Aurel De Chastenet, event organiser and producer, for an inspiring conversation built around the timeless phrase: “Jack of all trades, master of none, though...

In this episode, you’ll discover how creativity, design, and human connection can shape the spaces we live in and the way we see the world. 🎙️✨ Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Martin Talk Show with host Martin Colton, filmed as part of our special Cannes Film Festival series. 🌟🎬 In We Have The Answer , Martin sits down with Jessica Eisenfeld Zakine, Architect & Interior Designer...

You’ll discover how art, cinema and human connection come together in this inspiring Cannes conversation with artist Didier Zakine. 🎬✨ In Episode 505 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Didier Zakine at MO11 during the Cannes Film Festival 2026 for a special episode titled We Are All Connected Somehow. 🌍🎙️ This conversation steps into the heart of creativity, where art be...

Step into a conversation that will challenge the way you think about creativity, honesty, purpose, and becoming the person you were always meant to be 🎭✨ In this special Cannes Film Festival episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with actress, producer, and transformational life coach Lisa Riesner for an inspiring deep dive into integrity, courage, and what it truly means...

Discover a Cannes conversation about creativity, connection, and the beautiful moments when life brings everything full circle. 🎬⭕✨ In this special episode of The Martin Talk Show, filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by sponsor Chordal Green, host Martin Colton sits down with artist Eva Sol for Episode 503, “Full Circles.” 🎙️🎨 Eva Sol is an artist whose work explores humanity...

Step into a Cannes conversation that will remind you why the spotlight is not just a place to be seen, it’s a place to rediscover your voice. 🎬✨In this special episode of The Martin Talk Show, filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by sponsor Chordal Green, host Martin Colton sits down with actor and musician Tim Francis for Episode 502, “Back In The Spotlight.” 🌟🎙️Tim’s creative...

In this episode, you’ll discover how music can turn a dream into a living, breathing moment of courage, creativity and connection ✨🎶Welcome to Episode 501 of The Martin Talk Show, hosted by Martin Colton, with a very special conversation filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by our sponsor Chordal Green 🌟🎬In “A Dream Come True,” Martin sits down with musician Lalita Lomtadze fo...

You’ll discover how hope, leadership, and storytelling can come together to create conversations that inspire change far beyond the screen 🎬✨In this very special Episode 500 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton brings you an inspiring Cannes Film Festival conversation titled Hope in Storytelling with producer Wanda Hope 🌍🎙️Filmed at the Cannes Film Festival and brought to you by sponsor...