The Mythic Picnic Podcast

Support Our Film Straw on Indiegogo: https://igg.me/at/strawfilm/x/38486222#/In this episode, Alessio catches up with horror filmmaker and producer Serena Gardner, fresh off the back of Midgies and now officially attached to the upcoming folk horror short Straw. They dive into the state of genre filmmaking in Scotland, the need for more blood-soaked brilliance north of the border, and what it’s re...

In this episode of The Mythic Picnic Podcast, Alessio takes a stroll through the streets of Hong Kong with Matt Davis, a world-traveling comedian who’s performed in over 300 cities across 70+ countries during his nearly 30-year career. From Just for Laughs in Montreal to the Edinburgh Fringe, and festivals spanning continents, Matt’s journey has been nothing short of sounding exhausting, if his be...

In this episode of The Mythic Picnic Podcast, Alessio sits down with Egyptian comedian Mohammed Magdi on a park bench in the heart of Hong Kong. The two reminisce about their days in Shanghai making the hit YouTube series Mamahuhu , sharing stories and laughter from their sketch comedy roots. Mohammed opens up about his journey to Hong Kong, navigating the bustling comedy scene as both a performer...

Join us for our first live-streamed episode of The Mythic Picnic Podcast. In this special episode, we sat down with the creators of Midgies, Barry Hutchison and Alessio Avezzano, along with key crew members. We celebrated the concept trailer’s impressive success—over 200K views on YouTube and 700K+ across platforms—and discussed our recent nomination for the RØDE Creator Award. We chat about the S...

In this episode, Alessio chats with actor and content creator Jamie MacColl, best known as "Lewis" in Isleanders as well as the "Irn-Bru guy." They reminisce about their journey together, from collaborating on a BBC sitcom pilot to Jamie's upcoming role in Alessio's latest film. The duo also gives a glimpse into their dark comedy horror project, Straw , where Jamie will step into the demented role...

This episode, Alessio catches up with his brother, Matthew McGill, on the scenic shores of the Isle of Arran—while fending off relentless midgies! They reminisce about their early days making home videos, and what led them both to China, where they created the hit YouTube series Mamahuhu. The brothers reflect on how their time abroad opened doors to their BBC debut Islelanders. The Mythic Picnic P...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, Alessio and Norah catch up in Jing'an Sculpture Park. Norah tells us all about how she hit the big time, her love for making people laugh, how social media catapulted her to fame, and how she ended up show-stealing on Mamahuhu. The Mythic Picnic Podcast | Episode 006 Watch the Podcast: https://youtube.com/mamahuhu Stay connected with the journey: 🎬 MAMA...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, join Jorge Castellanos and Alessio outside Jorge's new BNC bar in Jing'an, Shanghai. They catch up and discuss the unexpected journey that brought Jorge to Shanghai in just three weeks, inspired by his coworker's excitement over free donuts. They also talk about their favourite Mamahuhu episodes and plans for the future. The Mythic Picnic Podcast...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, join Alessio and Dawn Wong under a pagoda in Shanghai. They dive into Dawn's journey from model to editor, director, and stand-up comedian. The conversation covers her viral wedding speech, life in Shanghai, and her upcoming move to Ireland, along with her future aspirations in comedy and filmmaking. The Mythic Picnic Podcast | Episode 004 Watch the Podc...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, join Alessio and Charlie Cooper on a rooftop in Shanghai's former French Concession. They reminisce about how they first met, their initial projects together, and some standout Mamahuhu episodes Charlie contributed to. The conversation also covers Charlie's experiences during the intense Shanghai lockdown of 2022 and their future aspirations in the w...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, Alessio reunites with Johnny Tian, Chinese writer/director and actor, known for his work on the sketch show, Mamahuhu. Settled on a park bench in Shanghai, they reminisce about their initial adventures in the city. The duo dives into their early days of creating pranks for a living in China, a daring endeavor that unexpectedly saw their boss ending up behind...

This week on The Mythic Picnic Podcast, Alessio is joined by Gregor Mackay, actor, writer, and one-third of the comedy trio Weegie Hink Ae That. They touch on their recent escapades at the Edinburgh Fringe and the ups and downs of breaking into the entertainment world. They also chat about Gregor's work on Adult Pantomimes and talk about their shared experiences making the BBC mini-series, You...