The Talent Campus Podcast

From Jakarta to London: Courage, Community & Taking the First Step In this episode of the Talent Campus Podcast , host Chris Jones speaks with Christof Valerian , a writer who travelled from Jakarta, Indonesia, to take part in Talent Campus 9 in London. Christof shares a candid and often funny account of what it’s like to step far outside your comfort zone, geographically, emotionally, and creativ...

In this episode of the Talent Campus Podcast , host Chris Jones sits down with Simon Elvin , a writer, filmmaker, composer, and leadership trainer who recently completed Talent Campus 9 .0 Simon shares a deeply honest reflection on what happens when you stop waiting for permission, confront self-limiting beliefs, and reconnect emotionally with your storytelling. From moving out of a “safe” profess...

Stepping Through Fire: A Journey of Trust and Transformation This fascinating conversation between Chris Jones and Ellie Wallace dives deep into the transformative power of firewalking during Talent Campus 9.0. Ellie, initially a complete skeptic who described herself as highly controlled and logical, shares her incredible journey from resistance to rebirth. Chris and Ellie explore the vulnerabili...

In this episode, Chris Jones speaks with playwright and writer Belona Greenwood about her experience at Talent Campus 9 , her journey into writing later in life, and the transformational power of storytelling, community, and creative courage. Belona reflects on theatre as a tool for empathy, personal rewiring, and social change, and explains why Talent Campus was genuinely life-changing for her. 0...

Alex's Talent Campus Journey After 25 years as an actor, Alex Gaumond took a leap of faith and joined Talent Campus 9, transforming from someone who felt unprepared to write to a confident screenwriter ready to create his own opportunities. What started as hesitation about applying turned into an eight-day intensive experience that was equal parts craft development and personal breakthrough. With...

Tisha Brown's Transformative Journey at Talent Campus 9.0 Tisha Brown's experience at Talent Campus 9 is honestly one of those stories that makes you believe in the power of taking a leap of faith. She almost didn't even apply – classic case of imposter syndrome kicking in when she saw that email about the program. "I don't think I'm ready. I'll just do it next year," she thought. But sometimes th...

In this episode, Chris Jones interviews Angela Bhardwaj , a recent graduate of Talent Campus 9.0, about her transformative experience in the screenwriting program. Angela discusses overcoming personal grief, the supportive and emotionally open environment, and highlights inspiring moments with guests like Charlie Brooker and Anthony Horowitz. The conversation explores unique activities such as fir...

Anthony Horowitz: From Desperate Beginnings to Master Storyteller Anthony Horowitz's journey into screenwriting began with what he calls pure desperation - not his own, but that of the producers of Robin of Sherwood who needed someone to write for their show. With no television writing experience whatsoever, Horowitz literally bought a "How to Write Television" book and taught himself the craft. H...

Breaking Into Cannes: A First-Timer's Guide to Film Festival Success Ever wondered what it's like to rub shoulders with Hollywood stars at one of the world's most prestigious film festivals? Well, that's exactly what Rebecca Colby experienced during her first trip to the Cannes Film Festival. In a candid chat with Chris Jones from the London Screenwriters Festival, Rebecca spilled the beans on eve...

From Grief to Filmmaking: How Mari Found Her Creative Voice Later in Life Mari's journey into filmmaking is proof that it's never too late to chase your dreams. After losing her husband, she found herself in her early 50s, looking for a new direction in life. Instead of playing it safe, she dove headfirst into the world of filmmaking, turning her beautifully written short story "Esmeralda" into a...

Podcast hosted by Chris Jones discussing Talent Campus from the London Screenwriters Festival. Guest Delanne shares her success stories after attending Talent Campus 7 in 2019. Delanne highlights her experience at Talent Campus as a whirlwind of activities and networking. Discusses her movie "Father Christmas is Back," which she wrote while recovering from flu, leading to her first paid writing jo...

From Talent Campus to Austin Win: A Writer's Journey to Success Mark Renshaw's creative journey is a testament to what can happen when you grab opportunities with both hands and run with them. After attending the Talent Campus - which he describes as a "creative boot camp" and "spiritual journey" - Mark's career took off in ways he couldn't have imagined, even with a pandemic throwing a wrench in...

In this episode, host Chris Jones sits down with Vera, a filmmaker and participant in Talent Campus, to discuss her journey from the program to her success stories in the world of film and theater. Vera shares her experiences of Talent Campus and how it opened doors for her in the industry. She talks about the importance of networking and the connections she made through the program, which led to...

Unleashing Your Creative Potential: Lessons from the Talent Campus Experience In the ever-evolving landscape of filmmaking and screenwriting, finding both your voice and success can be a daunting challenge. However, as we learn from the inspiring journey of James, an alumni of the Talent Campus program, there are ways to accelerate your creative growth while maintaining what makes you you. The Tal...

On this episode, Chris Jones sits down with Paniota, a talented individual who has made her mark in the creative industry. Paniota shares her experience at Talent Campus and how it gave her the confidence and inspiration to pursue her dreams. She talks about the importance of taking control of your own destiny and not waiting for others to give you permission. Paniota also discusses her journey in...

From Talent Campus to Feature Films: Matt White's Journey in Screenwriting Matt White's journey from Talent Campus participant to successful filmmaker is a testament to the power of perseverance and networking. He describes the Talent Campus as "the most awesome cult I've ever joined in my life," highlighting the invaluable peer network he developed through the program. This network proved crucial...