The Magic Media Podcast
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Bringing you the latest news, stories and insights about the ever-growing gaming, tech and entertainment industry. Welcome to the Magic Media Podcast.
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Apr 12, 2023
The Magic Media Podcast S2 E3: 3D Character Concept & Modeling with Kim Lyons
Episode number three in Season 2 of the Magic Media Podcast! Our host Padraig Walsh dives into what's going on in the creative world and learns all about 3D Character concept & modeling with Magic Media's executive director of art, Kim Lyons. In an engaging conversation, they discuss Kim's career, the processes and what's to know when creating 3D characters.
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Mar 15, 2023
The Blockchain Gaming Podcast S1 Ep2: The Future of Blockchain Gaming with Flavien Defraire
It's episode number two of The Blockchain Gaming Podcast! It’s time to dive deeper into Web3 and blockchain gaming with our host Pádraig Walsh. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Flavien Defraire, the director of global development for Blockchain Game Alliance.
Flavien shares his insights on Blockchain Game Alliance, the metaverse, and the future of blockchain gaming. We explore how the gaming industry is evolving with the integration of blockchain technology and how it is changing the way we think about ownership, value, and interaction in gaming.
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Feb 23, 2023
The Magic Media Podcast S2 E2: Game Production with Aleksandar Djokic
In our second episode in Season 2 of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Padraig Walsh explores the world of game production with Aleksandar Djokic, head of production and project operations of Starloop Studios & Magic Media. In an engaging conversation, they cover Aleksandar's role, his career, challenges, successes, and all things game production!
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Feb 15, 2023
The Blockchain Gaming Podcast S1 Ep1: Web3 & Game Production with Lazaro Raposo
It's the first episode of our new show, The Blockchain Gaming Podcast!
We kickstart the season by learning some Web3 Literacy, Speaking with senior game producer Lazaro Raposo and exploring the industry of blockchain gaming. In an engaging conversation, they cover Lazaro's role, the transition of this new technology, and of course, all things blockchain!
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Jan 26, 2023
The Magic Media Podcast S2 Ep1: VFX in Video Games with Marc Segura
In our first episode in Season 2 of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Padraig Walsh explores the world of VFX in Video Games with the Marc Segura, Lead Technical VFX Artist at Magic Media. In an engaging conversation, they cover Marc’s role in Starloop Studios and the Magic Media group, the latest industry news, and of course, all things VFX!
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Aug 29, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 7: Becoming a 3D Artist with Andrejs Rusinovkis
*In the seventh episode of the **Magic Media** Podcast, our host Josh O’Farrell takes a look at education in the art industry with **Ringtail Studios**’ Educational Program Manager** Andrejs Rusinovkis**. They discuss what it takes to become a 3D artist, how the rise of game studios has provided more opportunities for artists, Ringtail Studio's brand new Academy and more. *
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To learn more about Ringtail Studios and its amazing Academy visit: **https://ringtail-studios.com/48-2/ringtail-studios-magic-media-academy/*
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Jul 27, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 6: Game Development with Martin Fabichak
In this action-packed episode of the Magic Media Podcast, host Josh O’Farrell speaks with Starloop Studios and Magic Media CTO Martin Fabichak about Game Development!
Martin has over 15 years of experience in the gaming industry. Throughout the episode, he provided an excellent and knowledgeable insight into the exciting and ever-changing world of Game Development. He shared useful advice for aspiring developers, while also speaking about his journey and experiences in the industry.
Starloop provides a full range of amazing Game Development, QA, Co-dev, Game Porting and Art services. You can discover more about their work by visiting their website: https://starloopstudios.com/
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Jun 28, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 5: Hacking Video Games with Mathieu Huysman
Don’t miss out on the latest exciting episode! Our host, Josh O’Farrell, stays secure with his latest guest Mathieu Huysman, Founder and COO of Cyrex. They discuss common hacking problems within the gaming industry, the importance of security for online games and more!
Cyrex are award-winning native cybersecurity experts and ethical hackers, who offer comprehensive manual penetration testing for games and non-gaming applications. With over 10 years of experience, Cyrex has firmly established themselves as a globally trusted partner across a variety of industries.
Discover more by visiting their website: https://cyrextech.net/
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May 23, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 4: VFX & Animation with Alex Gapon
Check out the brand-new episode of the Magic Media Podcast, where our host, Josh O'Farrell, talks to Alex Gapon, CEO and Senior Executive Producer for Magic Room Studios, about VFX and Cinematics.
Magic Room Studios is a VFX and Animation studio built around a core collaborative team dedicated to offering you the best, from creating concepts and animatics to complex, photorealistic effects and creatures. Magic Room provides visual effects and digital content for feature films, TV series, commercials, VR and games.
Discover more by visiting Magic Room's website: https://magicroom.studio/
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Apr 28, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 3: Producing Video Games with Zdravko Malinovic
In the newest episode of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Josh O'Farrell speaks with Zdravko Malinovic, Senior Game Producer of Starloop Studios. Starloop is part of the Magic Media company, providing a full range of Game Development, QA, Co-dev, Game Porting and Art services. We take pride in delivering incredible games for publishers, developers, world-class brands, and private companies.
Zdravko is a highly experienced Producer and Project Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the gaming and entertainment industries.
You can find out more by visiting Starloop Studios' website: https://starloopstudios.com/
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Apr 6, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 2: Creative Videos with Arik Benari
In the latest episode of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Josh O'Farrell chats with Arik Benari, Founder and Creative Director of Igloo Creative House & Igloo Gaming, a creative house and animation studio, specializing in videos ads and video productions for marketing needs. Arik has a colourful background working in the industry with an amazing portfolio, working as a freelance animator, creative director, lecturer, and now co-founder!
We’re also delighted to announce that Igloo is the latest company to be joining the continuously expanding Magic Media company!
You can find out more by visiting our website: https://magicmedia.studio/ and Igloo: https://www.igloocreative.co/
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Feb 22, 2022
The Magic Media Podcast Ep 1: Developing Art for Video Games with Kim Lyons
In the first-ever episode of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Josh O'Farrell speaks with Kim Lyons, Executive Director of Art at Magic Media, where they discuss all things Art in both the video game and entertainment industry.
With her experience with Lucas Arts and Telltale Games, Kim brings to bear more than 25 years of industry experience as an artist, team lead, and art director.
You can find out more by visiting our website: https://magicmedia.studio/
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