The Magic Media Podcast

The Magic Media Podcast S2 E3: 3D Character Concept & Modeling with Kim Lyons

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

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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The Blockchain Gaming Podcast S1 Ep2: The Future of Blockchain Gaming with Flavien Defraire

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

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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The Magic Media Podcast S2 E2: Game Production with Aleksandar Djokic

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

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 at Magic Media. In an engaging conversation, they cover Aleksandar's role, his career, challenges, successes, and all things game production!

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The Blockchain Gaming Podcast S1 Ep1: Web3 & Game Production with Lazaro Raposo

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

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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The Magic Media Podcast S2 Ep1: VFX in Video Games with Marc Segura

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

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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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 7: Becoming a 3D Artist with Andrejs Rusinovkis

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0400

In the seventh episode of the Magic Media Podcast, our host Josh O’Farrell takes a look at education in the art industry with our Educational Program Manager Andrejs Rusinovkis. They discuss what it takes to become a 3D artist and how the rise of game studios has provided more opportunities for artists.

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 6: Game Development with Martin Fabichak

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

In this action-packed episode of the Magic Media Podcast, host Josh O’Farrell speaks with 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.

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 5: Hacking Video Games with Mathieu Huysman

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Don’t miss out on the latest exciting Magic Media 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.

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 4: VFX & Animation with Alex Gapon

Mon, 23 May 2022 11:00:00 -0400

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 Media VFX and Cinematics.

Alex' studio is built around a core collaborative team dedicated to offering you the best, from creating concepts and animatics to complex, photorealistic effects and creatures. Magic Media VFX & Cinematics provides visual effects and digital content for feature films, TV series, commercials, VR and games.

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 3: Producing Video Games with Zdravko Malinovic

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400

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.

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 2: Creative Videos with Arik Benari

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400

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!

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The Magic Media Podcast Ep 1: Developing Art for Video Games with Kim Lyons

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500

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.

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