The Martin Talk Show

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." – Mahatma Gandhi 💚✨Welcome to Episode 354 of The Martin Talk Show – Finding the Answers in Your Heart ❤️🧠🎙️ I’m your host, Martin Colton, and in this deeply resonant and empowering episode, we shine a light on someone who's not only a voice for the planet but a tireless champion for people – Yasmin Gregory, the Green...

"Creativity is the power to connect the seemingly unconnected." – William Plomer 🌟🎬Welcome to Episode 350 of The Martin Talk Show — and trust us, this one is unforgettable. Titled “Never Have I Ever”, this episode dives deep into the emotionally charged, mind-bending indie film of the same name 🎥. With a story about trauma, addiction, redemption, and an escalating psychological chase,...

🎙️ “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” — Albert EinsteinWelcome to Episode 349 of The Martin Talk Show, where we amplify changemakers through in-depth conversations across theatre, arts, music, dance, film, and more. I'm your host, Martin Colton, and today, we're diving into the world of visual storytelling with the talented photographer and creative mind, Andrew Ruff. 🎨📸Andrew is t...

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” — Thomas Merton 🎭🎬Welcome to Episode 348 of The Martin Talk Show — your weekly deep dive into the minds shaping the creative world 🌍✨. I'm your host, Martin Colton, and this week, we're joined by the visionary filmmaker David Yorke 🎥🎞️. David is renowned for his compelling storytelling and has made significant con...

"Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable." – Cesar A. Cruz 🎭✨Welcome to Episode 347 of The Martin Talk Show, where we don’t just talk — we ignite conversations that matter 🔥. I’m your host, Martin Colton, and today’s episode is one of the most powerful yet 💥. We’re joined by the incredible team from Offbook Theatre Company – Annabelle Irvine (Director), Cara-Grace Thornton...

"Art is not a mirror held up to reality, but a hammer with which to shape it." — Bertolt Brecht🎙️ Welcome to Episode 346 of The Martin Talk Show — Is the Grass Greener in the UK? 🌱I'm your host, Martin Colton, and in this episode, I sit down with the remarkable Darren Vukasinovic — a neurodiverse, partially deaf, and deeply visionary actor, writer, and producer who recently relocate...

""Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." – Albert Schweitzer🔥 Welcome to Episode 345 of The Martin Talk Show! 🔥 In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with the incredible Tony Fadil – actor, producer, and a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. 🎭🎬Tony’s journey is nothing short...

"Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration." – Frank Herbert🎬 In this electrifying episode of The Martin Talk Show, I sit down with the visionary filmmaker Luigi Scarpa, the creative force behind IVI ELV! 🚀 Luigi’s journey through cinema, television, and experimental horror is nothing short of remarkable. From his early days studying film in Milan...

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world.” – Albert Einstein 🌍🎭Welcome to Episode 343 of The Martin Talk Show, hosted by me, Martin Colton! 🎙️✨ In this powerful and playful episode titled ‘Session Zero’, I’m joined by the phenomenal Will Jansen — an actor, motion capture artist, and voiceover wizard 🎮🎤.Together, we...

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." – Winston Churchill 🎯✨Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show 🎙️ — where we amplify changemakers through deep, inspiring conversations across theatre, arts, music, dance, film, and beyond! 🌍🎭🎶 In Episode 352, I, Martin Colton, sit down with the extraordinary Sophie Karl — a true force of creativity...

"Time moves in one direction, memory in another." – William Gibson ⏳✨Welcome to Episode 341 of The Martin Talk Show—the podcast that dives deep into the worlds of theatre, film, music, and beyond, amplifying the voices of artists who challenge the norm and redefine creativity. 🎭🎬🎶In this episode, I sit down with two phenomenal creatives who have been shaping the industry in powerful...

Creativity takes courage." – Henri Matisse 🎨✨Welcome to Episode 340 of The Martin Talk Show! 🚀 In this electrifying conversation, I sit down with the phenomenal James Peaty—a writer whose storytelling magic has graced the pages of 2000AD, Supergirl, Batman, X-Men Unlimited, and Doctor Who! 🦸‍♂️📖From crafting tales for Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, Rebellion Publishing, and Titan Comics, to co-...

“Some Cupids kill with arrows, some with traps.” – Much Ado About Nothing, William Shakespeare 🎭💘Welcome to Episode #339 of The Martin Talk Show 🎙️—where creativity takes centre stage and passionate storytellers light the way. In this very special episode titled “Rasberrie Ripple Flavour Shakespeare”, I’m joined by the brilliant minds and hearts behind a brand-new, high-energy adaptation of Much...

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." – Albert Schweitzer 🌟🎙️ Welcome to episode 338 of The Martin Talk Show! I'm your host, Martin Colton, and today we have an extraordinary guest: the acclaimed Welsh film director, Julian Richards. 🎬In this inspiring conversation, Julian takes us on a journe...

"A film is—or should be—more like music than like fiction. It should be a progression of moods and feelings." – Stanley Kubrick 🎬🎶Welcome to episode 337 of The Martin Talk Show 🎙️, where we amplify changemakers and dive deep into the minds of artists, creatives, and visionaries across theatre, arts, music, dance, and film! 🌟In this electrifying episode, I sit down with Bekim Vanbosche...

"Fear is the oldest and strongest emotion of mankind." – H.P. Lovecraft 🎥🔥Welcome to Episode 336 of The Martin Talk Show! I'm your host, Martin Colton, bringing you another deep dive into the minds of creatives shaping the world of film, theatre, music, dance, and beyond. This podcast isn’t just about conversation—it’s about transformation, pushing artistic boundaries, and unlockin...

"That's all I can stands, I can't stands no more!" – Popeye 🥬💀Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show Podcast! 🎙️ I’m your host, Martin Colton, bringing you episode #335 – and trust me, this one is an absolute thrill ride! Today, I sit down with Amy Mackie & Paul Stephen Mann to dive into the wild, twisted, and gloriously entertaining world of Shiver Me Timbers – a slasher hor...

"Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart." – Pablo Casals 🎶💙Welcome to Episode 334 of The Martin Talk Show! In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Tom Ryder, a gifted musician, journalist, and the founder of Retune, a movement that explores the powerful link between creativity and mental wellbeing. Tom’s journey is one of resilience, music, and a...

"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." – Thomas Merton 🎨✨Welcome to episode #333 of The Martin Talk Show! I’m your host, Martin Colton, and today’s guest is the incredibly inspiring Georgia Trower, one-half of the visionary muralist duo Geo Jam. 🌍🎶Geo Jam is more than just a creative collaboration—it’s a movement. Born in 2017, this London/Essex-based...

"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." – Helen Keller 🤝✨Welcome to episode #332 of The Martin Talk Show! 🎙️ I’m your host, Martin Colton, and in this inspiring episode, I sit down with the brilliant Daisy May Ellison, the driving force behind Elli Events—a nonprofit dedicated to transforming fundraising ideas into powerful, community-driven events. 🌍🎶From Charity...

"Games bring people together. Community keeps them there." 🎲💡Welcome to Episode 331 of The Martin Talk Show! 🎙️✨ This episode is all about connection, creativity, and the power of play as I sit down with Daniel Tyler-Smith, an actor and combat specialist who also happens to be the driving force behind Dicing With Life, a thriving tabletop gaming community in Romford, Essex. Daniel sha...

"The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away." – Pablo Picasso 🎁✨Welcome to Episode 330 of The Martin Talk Show, where I, Martin Colton, dive deep into the world of creativity, passion, and purpose with incredible guests who are changing the game. This episode is all about community, connection, and the power of giving, as I sit down with the inspir...

"Believe only half of what you see and nothing that you hear." – Edgar Allan PoeWelcome to Episode 329 of The Martin Talk Show 🎙️✨—where creativity meets raw truth, and boundaries are meant to be pushed. In this electrifying conversation, I sit down with the legendary Steven Berkoff—actor, writer, and a force of nature—and visionary film director Stephen Cookson. Together, we unravel th...

"The world is shaped by those who dare to dream, create, and fight for change." ✨🎬Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show Podcast! I'm your host, Martin Colton, and this is Season 7, Episode #328: "HorRHIFFic: The International Horror Film Festival 2025 with Spencer Hawken"! 🌟🎥🧐In this electrifying episode, we dive deep into the chilling, thrilling, and groundbreaking wor...

"Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life." – Bill Cunningham 🎭✨Welcome to Episode 327 of The Martin Talk Show, where we dive deep into the minds of game-changing creatives who push boundaries and redefine their industries. 🚀🔥 I'm your host, Martin Colton, and today, I’m joined by an unstoppable force in British fashion: Jack Delahey, the visionary behind Delc...