The Martin Talk Show

Enter a world where imagination bends time, comedy dances on the edge of chaos, and storytelling delivers its message in the most unexpected ways 📬⏳✨Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show with your host Martin Colton 🎙️ In Episode 476, Time Travel Postman, we step into the wonderfully unpredictable universe of Devon Loves ME! Productions—a Brooklyn-based experimental clown company redefining what...

Step into this episode and discover what it really takes to turn perspective into performance, laughter into truth, and creativity into something that sticks with an audience long after the curtain falls 🎭✨ Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show with your host Martin Colton, where conversations don’t just scratch the surface… they dig deep, unearth stories, and ignite something within you 🔥🎙️ In...

Step into a bold, unfiltered conversation that will challenge the way you think about creativity, risk, and the stories we dare to tell 🎭✨ In episode 474 of The Martin Talk Show , host Martin Colton sits down with the brilliantly sharp and fearless Katy Murphy to dive deep into her powerful show (NO) REFUNDS —a piece she’s taking to the legendary Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 🎟️🔥 This isn’t ju...

In this inspiring episode, “KAO DATA Supporting The Community,” you’ll discover how technology and corporate leadership can spark real social impact. 🎙️🤝 Host Martin Colton sits down with Lizzy McDowell, Director of Marketing at Kao Data, to explore how cutting-edge data infrastructure is used to empower local communities. You’ll hear firsthand how Kao Data champions initiatives like its innovati...

Step inside a conversation that doesn’t just entertain but sparks your creative engine and reminds you why storytelling matters. 🎙️✨ In this brand-new episode of **The Martin Talk Show**, host Martin Colton sits down with actor and comedian **Tom Nemec** to explore the heart, courage, and craft behind his powerful solo show **A Cat in a Box**.In this inspiring episode titled **“A cat in a box” wi...

Step into a story about artistic evolution, bold creativity, and the moment a musician finally unleashes the full sound they were always meant to make 🎙️🎶Welcome back to *The Martin Talk Show* with your host Martin Colton firmly back in the host seat for episode 471. This time, Martin sits down once again with returning guest Dan Thomas, making his third appearance on the podcast after episode 20...

Feel the spark of creativity ignite as you step into a conversation that doesn’t just inspire you… it dares you to create 🎙️✨Welcome back to *The Martin Talk Show* with your host Martin Colton, where artists don’t just talk about their craft… they open the door and invite you inside 🎭🎶 In episode 470, titled *“how my guitar makes me feel”*, we shake things up as Jake 🐥, our brilliantly bold ye...

Step into a world where curiosity leads the way and creativity takes centre stage. 🎙️✨ In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with the brilliant magician and mentalist Max Davidson to explore the art of wonder, imagination, and the courage it takes to perform the impossible. Max is a rising force in the world of magic, known for interactive mind-reading experiences...

Step behind the curtain of creativity and discover what it truly takes to shape a life in the arts 🎭✨ In this episode of The Martin Talk Show , host Martin Colton sits down with the remarkable Carlotta Morelli for a conversation that explores the resilience, passion and craft behind a creative career. Episode 468, “Drama Wrangling Wins” , invites you into a world where storytelling, performance...

Step into a world where colour, sound, and imagination collide 🎨🎶 In this episode of **The Martin Talk Show**, you’ll discover how creativity can transform the way we see the world as I sit down with the visionary artist and musician Harald Austad for a conversation that celebrates the power of artistic expression. Welcome to **Joy Through Color with Harald Austad – Episode 467** of **The Martin...

What if one conversation could reignite your creative fire and remind you exactly why you started? 🔥🎭 This episode of The Martin Talk Show delivers just that, inviting you into a powerful, laughter-filled and deeply honest exploration of storytelling, theatre and fearless artistry. I’m Martin Colton, and in this electric episode titled “who do they think they are?!”, I sit down with award-winnin...

What happens when a harp refuses to behave and a comedian decides to put it on trial? 🎭🎶 In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, you’ll discover how to smash creative stereotypes, remix tradition, and turn your art into a bold declaration of identity and joy. ✨🔥I’m Martin Colton, and in this episode I sit down with the electric force of nature that is Scarlett Smith, electro-acoustic harpist,...

🔥 Step into the dreamscape with Episode 464 of The Martin Talk Show 🎙️ where I, Martin Colton, dive deep into creativity, cinema, and the alchemy of storytelling with two truly inspiring voices 🎬✨ This week’s guests are my brother Richard Colton, the visionary filmmaker behind the genre-bending sci-fi film Dream Hacker, and the brilliant actor-producer Molly Hanson, who brings heart and depth t...

🎙️ Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show with your host Martin Colton! In Episode 463 , titled “Hope is found in the future but created in the actions of today” , we sit down with a leader who’s putting that philosophy into practice every single day. 🌍✨ This episode’s incredible guest is Dan Swords , the Leader of Harlow Council — one of the youngest council leaders in the country and a visionary...

Step into a living story where theatre, music, and spirit collide, and discover how art can awaken something ancient and electric within you. 🎭🔥🎶Welcome to Episode 461 of The Martin Talk Show, where I sit down with the remarkable Robert Bailey, actor, teacher, and creator of a haunting solo performance that feels less like a play and more like a visitation. 👁️✨In “In Some Dark Valley: The Test...

Step into a conversation that reignites the soul of British theatre and hands you practical inspiration to sharpen your creative edge 🎭✨ In this powerful Episode 460 of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Harry Burton, Kate Maravan, Louise Bangay and Ayvianna Snow, the directors behind the New Actors Centre, to explore how community, craft and courage keep artistry alive. Rec...

Step into an episode that will stretch your imagination, challenge your creative instincts, and remind you why authentic art still matters 🎧✨ This is Episode 459 of The Martin Talk Show, and from the first moment you’ll gain insight, courage, and creative fuel to push beyond comfort and into truth. In this powerful conversation, host Martin Colton sits down with Akashic Gods for Gods and Machine...

What if one conversation could reignite belief in your own potential and remind you why your voice matters? 🎙️✨ In this powerful new episode of The Martin Talk Show, you’ll hear a story of resilience, purpose and proof that change begins with belief. Episode 458, “I Am Proof”, welcomes the inspiring Perry Blake, founder of the 21UP Movement. Hosted by Martin Colton, this in-depth conversation goe...

What you’ll gain from this episode is a raw, honest reminder that creativity is not born in comfort but carved from lived experience 🎭✨“We Can’t Do This Alone” is Episode 457 of The Martin Talk Show, and it’s a deeply human conversation with actor Alexander Garcia that speaks straight to the heart of collaboration, resilience, and shared journeys 🎭🔥Born in Hammersmith and raised in London, hal...

“The most sophisticated people I know inside are all children.” – Jim Henson 🌱🎭In this very special episode of The Martin Talk Show Podcast, we try something brand new. For the first time ever, Jake and I record a live reaction as we watch the 40th Anniversary special of The Muppet Show. No filter. No pause button. Just real-time laughter, surprise, nostalgia, and the occasional feathered interr...

“This one’s for the lovers and the dreamers.” 🌙🐸In this episode of The Martin Talk Show Podcast, we’re rolling out the red felt carpet to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Muppet Show and the joy of its special event release on February 4. This is first and foremost a celebration. A celebration of the characters, the chaos, the music, the comedy, and the unmistakable magic that has kept The...

“Life’s like a movie, write your own ending. Keep believing, keep pretending.” – Kermit the Frog 🐸✨This episode of The Martin Talk Show Podcast is pure felt, feathers, and fandom. I’m Martin Colton, joined by my co-host Jake (a yellow bird puppet with strong opinions), as we react to the newly revealed official trailer for The Muppet Show and fall headfirst into a joyful spiral about why The Mup...

Step into a conversation that will stretch your imagination, challenge your thinking, and remind you why curiosity is one of our greatest creative tools 🌍✨Welcome to Episode 453 of The Martin Talk Show, titled Rosie’s World 🎙️💭. I’m your host, Martin Colton, and in this inspiring and heartfelt episode I’m joined by my incredible niece Rosie, with Jake the yellow bird swooping in as co-host 🐥🎭...

What if one honest conversation could reignite your creativity, shake loose the doubts, and remind you why you started in the first place? 🎭✨ In this inspiring episode of The Martin Talk Show , you’re invited deep into the creative engine room where courage, chaos and craft collide, leaving you energised to push boundaries and trust your own artistic voice. I’m Martin Colton, and in Episode 452...

What you’ll gain from this episode is a powerful reminder that creativity, courage, and purpose can carry us further than we ever imagined 🚀💡Welcome to a deeply moving episode of The Martin Talk Show, where I’m joined by the remarkable Ben Parker, also known as the Wheelie King 🦽👑. In this conversation, we travel through Ben’s extraordinary journey from bus driver to maths teacher, from diagno...