🎭✨ Step into a world where imagination takes centre stage and creativity knows no bounds! In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with the legendary Ronnie Le Drew — the man behind Zippy from Rainbow — for an unforgettable conversation that celebrates the magic of puppetry, storytelling, and theatre’s power to inspire.
🎙️ Episode 432: “How Theatre Took Me Over the Rainbow” is recorded at and supported by the Little Angel Theatre, a world-renowned home of puppetry that has been sparking imaginations since 1961. Together, we explore how this historic theatre continues to push creative boundaries while preserving the heart and heritage of puppetry.
🧵 From his early days performing in his bedroom with toy theatres to working on beloved classics like Labyrinth, The Muppet Movies, and Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Ronnie shares a heartfelt journey filled with passion, artistry, and lifelong dedication. His story is a reminder that the art of puppetry is not just about strings and characters — it’s about human connection, imagination, and wonder.
🎨 Whether you’re a theatre lover, artist, or dreamer, this episode will remind you why creativity matters and how the power of storytelling continues to shape us all.
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🎃 Get ready for a Halloween special like no other! In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton and his feathery co-host Jake the bird puppet take you on a curious adventure through the mysteries of creativity, courage, and curiosity itself. 🕵️♂️✨
Ever heard the phrase “Curiosity killed the cat”? Well, that’s not the whole story! The full saying — “Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back” — is what this episode is all about: the power of exploring the unknown and finding joy in discovery. 🐱💫
Join us as we chat about the thrill of recording with Jake’s childhood hero Zippy, share a few ghostly stories from behind the scenes 👻, and even invent a brand-new word… Spang! 🪄 You’ll laugh, learn, and maybe even leave a little more curious than before.
If you love deep conversations that celebrate imagination, art, and a sprinkle of spooky fun — this one’s for you! 🎭🔥
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🎭 Step inside the world where music, storytelling, and raw truth collide. In this latest episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with the incredible Stacie Burrows — a Texas-born, NYC-trained, LA-based writer, performer, and unapologetically bold voice in musical comedy and theatre. This conversation will take you deep into the creative spirit behind her critically acclaimed solo musical drama “No Good Drunk.” 🍷✨
Stacie opens up about her journey from Broadway’s bright lights to the shadowy heart of West Texas dive bars, exploring the darkly poetic themes of family, addiction, and resilience that shape her latest work. 🎶 With honesty and humor, she shares what it means to turn pain into art — and why telling the truth on stage is one of the most powerful acts a performer can do.
Having earned 4⭐ reviews from Theatre Weekly and The Derek Awards, and hailed by The Scotsman as “Good Company,” Stacie is no stranger to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. From Bulletproof Unicorn to Laughable, her work blends music, storytelling, and grit — reminding us that laughter and heartbreak often dance hand in hand. ❤️
🎤 Tune in to discover how Stacie’s Southern Gothic storytelling, her love of live performance, and her fearless approach to creativity can inspire you to dig deeper, write braver, and create without apology.
🎟️ Get tickets for “No Good Drunk” here: https://greenwichtheatre.org.uk/events/no-good-drunk/
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✨ What if giving up was the very thing that helped you grow? In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton dives deep with the hilarious and heartfelt Meg Chizek to explore the surprising beauty of changing course, chasing authenticity, and rediscovering your purpose when the spotlight shifts. 🎭💫
🎙️ Episode 429 – “How to Give Up On Your Dreams” – takes us behind the curtain of Meg’s hit solo show, a sold-out success at both the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and New York City Fringe Festival. With rave reviews like “Chizek knows how to work her audience and make us laugh through the pain” (Young-Howze Theatre Journal), this conversation is raw, funny, and deeply human. ❤️
Meg opens up about her journey from dancer to comedian, her experiences in the world of performance, and how letting go of old dreams made room for something far greater. 🌈 Whether you’re a creative searching for meaning, an artist reinventing yourself, or simply someone navigating life’s plot twists, this episode is your reminder that surrendering can be the ultimate act of courage. ✨
🎤 From comedy to catharsis, Martin and Meg unpack the messy, magical process of becoming who you’re meant to be. You’ll laugh, you’ll reflect, and you might just find yourself a little more inspired to embrace your own creative evolution. 🌟
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🌈 What does it take to bring a community together in the face of division? In this heartfelt episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with two of Harlow’s inspiring community heroes — Rev’d Jokey Poyntz, Team Vicar & Missioner at The Church of England, and Cllr James Griggs, Leader of the Harlow Labour Party — to explore the story behind “Flags & Community.” 💬✨
This moving conversation dives deep into unity, compassion, and the power of action when people come together for a shared cause. Following reports of racial abuse and division in Harlow, Rev’d Jokey and Cllr Griggs launched the Community Colours Project at St Paul’s Church — a symbol of solidarity and hope. 🌍 Residents were invited to tie multicoloured ribbons on a peace wall, each one representing love, support, and belonging. 💖
Recorded as part of the Amplify Harlow Series, this episode shines a light on the everyday heroes who are working tirelessly to make Harlow a more inclusive, welcoming place for everyone. Whether you’re an artist, activist, or someone passionate about building bridges in your own community, this conversation will inspire you to take action — and believe in the power of people coming together. 💪🏽🎙️
🎧 Tune in now to hear how faith, leadership, and creativity intersect in a story of unity that Harlow — and the world — needs to hear.
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🎙️ Get ready to be uplifted by a story of vision, culture, and community! In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, hosted by Martin Colton, we dive into the heart of what makes Harlow such a vibrant and inclusive town. 🌍✨In “This is a Celebration for Everyone”, I sit down with Efua Sey Koi-Larbi, the inspiring organiser of the Harlow Black History Multicultural Festival, to explore how this annual event — led by PATACC — brings people from all walks of life together in a joyous celebration of diversity, unity, and belonging. 🙌🏾💫Efua shares her passion for creating spaces where culture, creativity, and connection thrive. From the music and dance that fill the festival grounds to the stories that highlight the richness of Harlow’s communities, this conversation is a celebration of the human spirit and the beauty of multiculturalism. ❤️🎶As part of the Amplify Harlow Series, this episode shines a light on the power of grassroots leadership, community engagement, and the shared belief that no matter your race, gender, ability, or faith — we all belong to Harlow. 🌈🎭🎧 Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that celebrates heritage, unity, and creativity at its best.
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🎙️ Step into a celebration of unity, culture, and creativity! In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, hosted by Martin Colton, you’ll be inspired by the power of community and the beauty of diversity. 🌍✨
In “This is a Celebration for Everyone”, I sit down with Rev’d John Danso of The United Reformed Church Harlow to explore the heart of the Harlow Black History Multicultural Festival — an annual celebration organised by PATACC that brings together people of all backgrounds to share, connect, and uplift one another. 🙌🏾💫
This festival isn’t just an event — it’s a living testament to Harlow’s spirit of inclusion, creativity, and shared humanity. Whether through art, music, dance, or storytelling, the festival reminds us that no matter our race, gender, age, ability, or beliefs, we all belong to the Harlow community. ❤️🎶
Join us for an enriching conversation that celebrates culture, faith, and the transformative power of creativity. 🌈🎭 As part of the Amplify Harlow Series, this episode encourages everyone to recognise the light we share when we come together as one. 🌟
🎧 Tune in, be inspired, and let’s continue building a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated.
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🎧 Discover how creativity, connection, and community can transform your wellbeing in this inspiring new episode of The Martin Talk Show! 🌱✨ Join host Martin Colton for “5 Ways to Wellbeing”, part of the Amplify Harlow Series, featuring two remarkable guests — Tar Whittle, founder of Roots to Wellbeing, and Clare McCartney, a local DJ and passionate advocate for positive mental health through music.In this conversation, we dive deep into what it really means to nurture your wellbeing through creativity, dance, and community spirit. 💬💃 Tar and Clare share the story behind Roots to Wellbeing, their passion for helping others reconnect with themselves, and how music and movement can heal, unite, and inspire. ❤️🎶 This episode also shines a light on an exciting upcoming event — the Love to Dance: House Music Fundraiser for Roots to Wellbeing! 🪩🔥 Happening Friday 17th at 6:30pm at Burnt Mill Snooker & Social Club, this night promises uplifting beats, community vibes, and an opportunity to dance for mental health. We’ve already sold tickets — thank you to everyone supporting this amazing cause! 🙌🎟️ Grab your tickets here and join the movement:👉 https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-...Tune in, be inspired, and rediscover your creative wellbeing journey with us. 🌟As always, connect with Martin via: www.themartintalkshow.com#TheMartinTalkShow #Podcast #AmplifyHarlow #Creativity #RootsToWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #Community #Inspiration #Art #Music #Dance #Film #Theatre #Creatives #Artists #Conversation #Mindfulness #SelfCare #Wellbeing #DJLife #HouseMusic #Harlow #LocalEvents #CharityFundraiser #LoveToDance #PositiveVibes #Empowerment #HealingThroughArt #CreativeCommunity #LiveYourArt #PersonalGrowth #MusicForGood #TogetherWeThrive
🌿✨ Step into a world where storytelling meets nature, and imagination takes flight! In this inspiring episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton takes you on a captivating walk through Church Langley Woods in Harlow, Essex, alongside the wonderfully creative Caroline Petherbridge — a former primary school teacher, LAMDA examiner, published author, and educational innovator whose passion for drama and phonics has inspired children for over two decades. 🎭📚🎙️ Together, we explore Caroline’s enchanting new book series — The Enchanted Nature Series — beginning with The Robin’s Year. Follow one of the UK’s favourite garden birds through the changing seasons in this beautifully illustrated, fully decodable phonics reader for children aged 5–7. From snowy garden perches to springtime nest-building, Caroline’s storytelling helps young readers develop literacy skills while falling in love with the magic of nature. 🐦❄️🌸💬 Along the way, Caroline shares insights from her 20+ years of teaching and writing for leading educational publishers including Scholastic, TTS Group, Jolly Learning, and Sparkle Education — revealing how creativity, literacy, and a touch of wonder can spark lifelong learning.If you love education, creativity, or stories that connect us to the world around us, this episode is a must-listen. 🌍❤️🎧 Subscribe to The Martin Talk Show for more in-depth conversations with artists, educators, and changemakers redefining creativity across theatre, arts, music, dance, and film.
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Step into a world of laughter, creativity, and pure chaos 🎭✨—this episode of The Martin Talk Show promises nothing serious, just fun, friendship, and a whole lot of imagination. 🎙️ Hosted by Martin Colton, joined by my brilliant cohost Jake.🎪🌍.In this conversation, we sit down with the one and only Joaquim The Snake!This podcast series goes beyond the ordinary “chat”—my incredible guests open up about their art, passions, and creative journeys across theatre, music, dance, film, and beyond 🌟. But in this wild corner of the series, expect surprises, playful storytelling, and moments that remind us why creativity matters in every form.As always, connect with Martin via: www.themartintalkshow.com#TheMartinTalkShow #Podcast #Creativity #LivePodcast #Jake #UnhingedSeries #Theatre #Music #Film #Dance #ArtsPodcast #Artists #CreativeJourney #Storytelling #Imagination #Play #Laughter #Inspiration #BehindTheScenes #Unscripted #CreativeVoices #MartinColton #Community #puppeteer
What if food could heal the soul, reconnect you with your past, and create a whole new community in a strange land? 🍲✨ In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, I, Martin Colton, sit down with my incredible guests — the brilliant actress Isabella Nefar and the original author Atoosa Sepehr — to explore the remarkable journey that inspired the hit play My English Persian Kitchen. Written by award-winning Hannah Khalil, directed by Chris White, and brought to life on stage by Isabella, this story is rooted in Atoosa’s own life and her search for belonging after losing everything. 🌍💫This is not just theatre, it’s life transformed into art. A woman forced to flee her home, silenced by violence, finds strength in the kitchen — recreating the tastes and aromas of her childhood while cooking live on stage. Through these dishes, she forges new connections, inviting audiences to share in her memories as if they were guests in her own home. 🥘💐 The result is a feast of theatre that blends the sensory with the emotional, showing us how creativity, resilience, and community can rise even from the most painful experiences.Join me, Isabella, and Atoosa as we unpack the heart of this production, the role of food as memory, and what it means to create identity and belonging when the world has stripped everything else away. This conversation goes beyond art — it’s about survival, resilience, and the universal human need to connect. ❤️🔥
With Thanks to The Soho Theatre: https://sohotheatre.com
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🎧 Dive in and discover what happens when creativity, courage and conversation collide. In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, you’ll be inspired, challenged and moved by the stories of an artist who dares to push boundaries beyond the familiar.I’m your host, Martin Colton, and on this special edition recorded as part of the Amplifier Harlow series at Harlow Rock School, we go deeper than ever into the life, struggles, triumphs and ongoing journey of a creative force in music/arts. We don’t just “chat” — we explore craft, mindset, purpose, and how art can transform both creator and listener. 🌟Harlow Rock School is a youth music project based in Essex, designed to give young people aged 11–18 access to performing, learning, composing and recording in both live and studio environments — all free of charge. HARLOW ROCK SCHOOL It’s run by the Friends of Rock School and plays a vital role in nurturing musical talent in the local community. HARLOW ROCK SCHOOL In recording this episode there, the walls themselves — built to shelter artistic experiment — become part of our conversation.Harlow itself is no stranger to the arts. Known as “Harlow Sculpture Town,” it hosts over 100 public artworks across its streets and parks, a legacy of architect Frederick Gibberd’s vision to integrate art into everyday life. Wikipedia The very ambiance of Harlow, with its sculptures, green spaces and cultural heartbeat, permeates this conversation.Expect moments of vulnerability, unfiltered reflection, and powerful insights as we examine not just what art means, but how to live through it, and why we must. Whether you’re a creator, an enthusiast or someone yearning to break open your own latent potential, this episode is built for you. 🎨🎶
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✨ Discover the power of creativity, vulnerability and humour in this inspiring episode of The Martin Talk Show. Hosted by Martin Colton, this series takes you beyond conversation and into deep explorations of art, creativity, and the stories that shape extraordinary lives. 🎭🎶🎬
In this episode, Martin is joined by the incredible Ruth — an English actor, writer and theatre-maker whose work blends poetry, physical theatre, comedy and music into performances that are rich with authenticity and humanity. Leeds born and bred, with roots from a Jewish father and a Herefordshire farmer’s daughter mother, Ruth creates theatre that embraces vulnerability, comforts those who struggle, and makes audiences laugh, reflect and feel. 🌿✨
We talk about her much-celebrated show The Beauty of Being Herd before it heads to the Women in Comedy Festival in Manchester and Leeds. With original songs, sheep facts, rave energy and an emotional rollercoaster of belonging, Ruth invites us all to Hannah's BIG GOODBYE PARTY! (please, no presents). 🐑🎉
This smash-hit production has already SOLD OUT at Camden People’s Theatre, Brighton Fringe, Glasgow Comedy Festival, Buxton Fringe and across Yorkshire, and has been nominated for BEST NEW SHOW and BEST NEW WRITING at major festivals. Ruth shares her artistic journey, her search for belonging, and her joy in creating theatre that is as hilarious as it is heartfelt. 💫
Along the way, we also discover her many other lives — from massage therapist and cycle instructor to obsessive wild swimmer and doting auntie who’s pretty handy with an axe. 🌊💪
Recorded via Riverside video chat, this episode promises to spark your creativity, warm your heart, and inspire you to embrace your own unique journey. ❤️
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✨ Step into a world where dance, passion, and community collide! In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, you’ll discover the incredible impact of Hip Hop Pop, a community that has been shaping lives in Harlow and beyond since 2002. 💃🕺 This conversation is about more than just movement — it’s about friendship, creativity, growth, and the power of being part of something bigger than yourself. 🌍I’m your host, Martin Colton, and I’ve had the privilege of sitting down with four amazing guests who embody the spirit of Hip Hop Pop. Joining me are Alisha Margetson ✨, a world-traveling choreographer working with top artists and fresh from international performances, Rachel Griffiths 🍎, an inspiring head teacher and dedicated class member, Daisy Mawedsley 🌟, a talented teenager finding her voice and friendships through dance, and JJ (Joshua Mackay) 🎶, a passionate young dancer who has been part of Hip Hop Pop since the age of 4. Together, we dive deep into what it means to belong, to express yourself, and to carry dance as both art and lifestyle.Hip Hop Pop has been offering street dance classes in Harlow, Essex at the Harlow Playhouse Theatre for over two decades, training more than 20,000 students. Their mission is simple but powerful: helping every student unlock their full potential while creating opportunities to perform, connect, and grow. 🌈 From the first steps on stage to professional careers, Hip Hop Pop is proof of what happens when passion meets community.This episode is part of the Amplifying the Voices of Harlow series, supported by Harlow Council, and it’s an inspiring celebration of dance, education, and the bonds that keep us moving forward together. 🚀
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Discover how art can confront silence, challenge myths, and ignite change 🌟 In this latest episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with the extraordinary Leah Shelton and the brilliant Ursula Martinez to explore their award-winning show BATSHIT 🎭🔥Fresh from its triumphant run at the Edinburgh Fringe, this daring and deeply personal one-woman performance rips apart the labels of "female madness" while reclaiming stories of resilience, injustice, and raw humanity. Leah’s journey—rooted in the lived experience of her grandmother’s incarceration in 1960s Australia—unfolds with piercing honesty, razor-sharp wit, and unflinching theatrical power. Guided by Ursula Martinez’s visionary direction, BATSHIT dares us to question systems that pathologise women and forces us to reflect on how far we’ve truly come. Recorded backstage at the iconic Soho Theatre in London, this conversation goes beyond the stage. It’s about creativity as resistance, performance as protest, and storytelling as a powerful force for social change ✨ Whether you’re an artist, theatre lover, or simply someone seeking truth through art, this episode promises to inspire, challenge, and move you.
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Step into a world of laughter, creativity, and pure chaos 🎭✨—this episode of The Martin Talk Show promises nothing serious, just fun, friendship, and a whole lot of imagination. 🎙️ Hosted by Martin Colton, joined by my brilliant cohost Jake 🎪🌍.
In this conversation, we sit down with the one and only Muffin the Monkey 🐒, diving into his hilarious memories of school with Jake, his deep love for Dungeons & Dragons 🎲🗡️, and even some top tips for first-timers stepping into the magical world of the game. What unfolds is completely unscripted, spontaneous, and joyfully unpredictable 🤯😂.
This podcast series goes beyond the ordinary “chat”—my incredible guests open up about their art, passions, and creative journeys across theatre, music, dance, film, and beyond 🌟. But in this wild corner of the series, expect surprises, playful storytelling, and moments that remind us why creativity matters in every form.
🎧 Whether you’re a D&D adventurer, a theatre lover, or simply someone looking for a spark of inspiration (and laughter), you’re in the right place.
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Hollywood icon, rapper, and now… AI meme? In this episode of Jake’s World, Martin and Jake 🐦 dive into the strange, hilarious, and slightly terrifying saga of Will Smith’s latest tour promo video — the one that left fans asking: are those even real people? 👀Ahead of his UK tour and first studio album in 20 years (Based On A True Story), Will shared a heartfelt clip thanking his fans. The only problem? The video appeared to be stuffed with AI-generated “audience members” — complete with melting faces, blurred signs, and limbs that defied the laws of physics. 🌀😂When the internet roasted him, Smith clapped back with a tongue-in-cheek follow-up clip poking fun at the backlash. But here’s the deeper question we explore: is this just another celebrity misstep, or a glimpse into the growing existential threat AI poses to the music industry — from fake crowds to synthetic songs? 🎶⚠️Jake has a lot to say about AI birds replacing him on the show (spoiler: he’s not having it 🐦💢). Meanwhile, Martin unpacks the tension between creativity, authenticity, and the digital shortcuts that risk undermining the very art they’re meant to amplify.🎭 As always, Jake’s World mixes comedy with curiosity, exploring how viral culture moments like this force us to rethink the line between innovation and nonsense.👉 Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe rethink what “real” connection means in an age where even Will Smith’s fans might be AI-generated.As always, connect with Martin via:🌐 www.themartintalkshow.com🔗 https://linktr.ee/themartintalkshow
What would happen if your town told you to put your phone down after two hours a day? 🤯 In this episode of Jake’s World, Martin and Jake 🐦 flap into the fascinating (and slightly shocking) news from Toyoake, Japan, where lawmakers are debating a proposal to limit smartphone use for all 69,000 residents.
On paper, it sounds extreme — but is it? The mayor insists it’s “just a guideline” meant to spark conversations about screen time, family life, and the growing grip of device addiction. While some residents are outraged (how do you fit TikTok, Netflix, and late-night doomscrolling into two hours?! 😱), others see it as a bold step toward healthier living.
Jake has, of course, some strong opinions about humans being glued to tiny glowing rectangles (he’s still bitter he can’t use touchscreens with his wings). 🐦📵 Meanwhile, Martin asks the deeper questions: is this the future of digital well-being, or just a slippery slope to government overreach?
🎭 As always, Jake’s World brings you news with a mix of comedy, curiosity, and creative reflection. From kids skipping school without their phones to adults sacrificing sleep for one more scroll, this debate isn’t just about Japan — it’s about all of us.
👉 Tune in, laugh, and maybe even rethink your own scrolling habits.
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In this bite-sized sneak peek, Jake and I reflect on the madness of how a nonsense word like Skibidi 🚽😂 has somehow earned its spot in the Cambridge Dictionary. From viral videos to kids’ slang, what does it really say about the way creativity, language, and culture collide? 🌍✨
It’s only a minute, but trust us—you’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you might even find yourself saying Skibidi in everyday life (sorry in advance). 😅🎙️
👉 Catch the full conversation and dive deeper into Jake’s World only on Patreon.
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🎙️ Welcome to the very first episode of Jake’s World, the brand-new series from The Martin Talk Show! I’m your host, Martin Colton, joined by my feathered co-host Jake 🐦 (yes, he’s a puppet, and yes, he has a LOT of opinions). Together, we dive deep into the wild, wonderful, and occasionally downright ridiculous world of arts, creativity… and now, dictionaries?! 📚✨
In this episode, Jake and I flap into the news that Skibidi Toilet has officially flushed its way into the Cambridge Dictionary 🚽😂 That’s right, the viral nonsense word “Skibidi” has earned its place alongside 6,000 other new words added this year. But what does it really mean? Is it cool, bad, or just pure chaos? 🤔 Jake has some thoughts (and let’s be honest, too many bird puns).
But beyond the laughs, this is what Jake’s World is all about: exploring how language, creativity, and pop culture collide 🌍💡. Every word, every song, every dance—whether it’s Skibidi, Slay, or Delulu—shapes the way we express ourselves as artists and humans. 🩰🎶🎭
So join us, laugh with us, and maybe even rethink what words like “nonsense” can inspire in your own creative journey. 🚀💫
As always, connect with Martin via:
🌐 www.themartintalkshow.com
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