The Chronicles of Lynette Eklund | Being 'Weird' With The OCD Monster Maker

Welcome to The Chronicles of Podcast, these are The Chronicles of Lynette Eklund This week's guest is an absolute legend in the world of creature design and special effects! She has spent the past 30 years creating magic on projects like Jurassic Park: The Lost World, Mouse Hunt, Honey I Blew Up The Kid, and more. In this edition, Lynette takes us on a fascinating journey from her small-town roots to moving to Hollywood at 20 with no real plan, all driven by a childhood promise. We dive deep into her extensive career, discussing how her fashion design degree unexpectedly paved the way for her success in monster-making. Listen to wild behind-the-scenes stories from the sets of massive blockbusters, including what it’s actually like to puppeteer an animatronic mouse while dodging a real pneumatic nail gun! Lynette also candidly discusses her recent realization of living with severe OCD. She shares how understanding her diagnosis has reframed her perspective, turning what she once saw as a burden into her professional "superpower." We talk about her memoir, Weird, and her passion for helping neurodiverse teenagers navigate their own challenges. Official Website - Lynette Eklund Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation