Agent Palmer

Episode 21 features Sound Designer Nia Hansen, who has spent her career at Skywalker Sound working on many films from Pixar and Marvel, plus other franchises like Jurassic World and How to Train Your Dragon.

We discuss starting in the deep end, processes that make large projects manageable, having too many hobbies with not enough time, and “creating magic” for a living.

Episode 20 features Visual effects wizard Kevin Lingenfelser, who has worked on such titles as Demolition Man, Waterworld, Preacher, Agents of SHIELD, The Orville, and many many more.

We discuss his origins and then dive into what goes into visual effects, where the industry is going, and glance at what could be a limitless future.

Episode 19 features author Kurt Sussman, who has spent a lifetime practicing martial arts, learning philosophy, and sharing both with anyone who is interested.

We discuss those teachings and dive into the origins and principles of his book “Out of My Mind… And Intending to Stay There” A Battle Plan for Life.

Episode 18 features Illustrator Ryan Lynn, who has worked with Miller Lite, the NFL, and many others.

We discuss those projects plus; graphic design, inspiration, illustration, balance, and of course process…

Episode 17 features biographer Brian Jay Jones, author of 4 books covering Washington Irving, Jim Henson, George Lucas, and Dr. Suess.

We discuss lessons learned from those biographies, the writing process, and the value of one’s own work.