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Tell Craig Your Story

by Craig Maguire

Thank you for listening to the podcast. I had the idea for the podcast a while ago to talk to people who I have met in my travels, about their inspiring and amazing lives. I remember always going to see Henry Rollins do his spoken word tours and being inspired about his stories and life motto. Travel the world, be creative- play music, draw or paint. Have an opinion but respect others, keep fit and healthy. Born and raised in Newcastle Australia now living in Shanghai China.

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  1. Part 2 - Jonathan Heeter - USA - CEO and Co Founder of Middle8

    Part 2 of our conversation with Jonathan Heeter about his incredible career in the music industry in China. Born in New York and raised in Minneapolis, Jonathan moved to Beijing to study and teach, eventually building a career spanning more than 20 years across music, marketing, entertainment and...

  2. Part 1 - Jonathan Heeter - USA - CEO and Co Founder of Middle8

    Today I’m joined by Jonathan Heeter, CEO of Middle8. Born in New York and raised in Minneapolis, Jonathan moved to Beijing to study and teach, beginning a journey that would lead to more than 20 years in the international music business in China. Jonathan has held senior positions including Head…

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  3. Lei Ying Lee (雷影李) (Xia Li) - China - x2 TNA Champion / Former WWE Superstar

    Today I’m joined by one of the most exciting names in professional wrestling — Lei Ying Lee, better known to wrestling fans around the world as Xia Li. Lei Ying Lee has built an impressive international wrestling career with WWE and becoming a two-time TNA Knockouts World Champion and one of the...

  4. Temples - England - Psychedelic rock band

    Please welcome Temples to my 200th episode of Tell Craig Your Story! 🎙️ Formed in Kettering, England, Temples are one of the UK’s most exciting psychedelic rock bands. Since emerging with their acclaimed debut album Sun Structures and the iconic “Shelter Song,” they’ve built a huge international...

  5. Part 1 - Jens Curfew - Shanghai based Indie Pop band.

    Episode 199- Welcome to Part 1 of Tell Craig Your Story with Jens Curfew — a Shanghai-based indie-pop band! Today I’m joined by my bandmates — Jen 🇵🇭 on vocals, Chris 🇨🇦 on bass, Baldwin 🇸🇬 on saxophone, Lyssary 🇨🇳 on keytar, Woody Nan 🇨🇳 on guitar, and me, Craig 🇦🇺 on drums. It’s…

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  6. Daya - USA - Grammy Award Winning Singer / Song Writer

    Episode 198 – Daya Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Daya joins Tell Craig Your Story for a fun and honest conversation recorded before the final show of her China tour at Phase Live House in Shanghai. Best known for her breakout hit "Hide Away" and the global smash "Don't Let Me Down" with...

  7. Scare The Children - China - Horror Metal band

    🎙️ Tell Craig Your Story – Episode 197: Scare the Children are one of Beijing's most intense horror metal bands. I talked to the band after the opening show of their Chinese tour at YYT Shanghai. With their new EP, Forsaken, and a powerful new line-up, they're delivering crushing live…

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  8. 李彦漪Yanyi Li - China - President of Aijia Group / CEO of the White Tea Plain project Anji

    Please welcome today's guest, 李彦漪Yanyi Li, also known as Jenny Li. Born in Shanghai, she studied in Vancouver, Canada, before postgraduate studies in Japan. She is the President of the Aijia Group and the founder and CEO of the White Tea Plain (Bai Cha Yuan) project in Anji, Zhejiang. Under her...

  9. Preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Josh Pemberton

    ⚽The wait is over—the 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here! On the eve of kick-off in Mexico, USA and Canada, I sit down with hardcore Leeds United and England fan Josh Pemberton to preview the biggest tournament in world football. We break down all 12 groups, discuss the main contenders and dark...

  10. Part 2 - Josh Pemberton - England - Full Throttle's debut album It's What The Fans Want

    🎙️ Part 2 – Josh Pemberton | Full Throttle – It's What The Fans Want In Part 2, Josh Pemberton joins me as we continue our track-by-track deep dive into the second half of Full Throttle's debut album, It's What The Fans Want. We discuss: 🎵 Josh's favourite song on the album 😂 The story behind...

  11. Part 1- Josh Pemberton - England - Full Throttle's debut album It's What The Fans Want

    🎙️ Part 1 – Josh Pemberton (Full Throttle) The voice of Full Throttle, Josh Pemberton, joins me to celebrate the release of our band's debut album, It's What The Fans Want. We take a deep dive track-by-track into how the album was made, including: 🔥 Why it took so long to finally release the...

  12. Part 2 - John Shanghai - Paris - Singer / Author/ Entrepreneur

    Part 2 – John Shanghai Singer, Author, Entrepreneur John moved to China in 2005 and became the Official MC and part of the management team at Shanghai's iconic Bar Rouge. In 2006, he launched Johnjamsession, a live music concept that became a key part of Shanghai's music scene and later partnered...

  13. Part 1 - John Shanghai -France - Singer / Author/ Entrepreneur

    Part 1 – John Shanghai Singer: Author-Composer, Entertainer & Entrepreneur Born in Paris, John built an international music career before becoming a well-known figure in Shanghai’s nightlife and live music scene. From signing with major labels like Polygram/Universal and BMG-EMI to performing,...

  14. Part 2 - Alejandra Mendoza - Mexico - Entrepreneur / Podcaster

    🎙️ Episode 190 – Part 2: Alejandra Mendoza Welcome back to Tell Craig Your Story. In Part 2 of my conversation with Mexican entrepreneur Alejandra Mendoza, we dive into her bold decision to move to China and explore the powerful cultural exchange between Mexico and China. Alejandra shares…

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  15. Part 1 - Alejandra Mendoza - Mexico - Entrepreneur / Podcaster

    🎙️ Tell Craig Your Story — Episode 189 In Part 1 of this episode, we’re joined by Mexican entrepreneur Alejandra Mendoza, exploring her journey between Mexico and China — from her humble upbringing in Guadalajara to building a life abroad and navigating the real struggles of living in a foreign...

  16. Part 2 - Donut Larsen - USA - Americana, Blues, Folk Singer Song Writer

    🎙️ Donut Larsen — In Part 2 of Tell Craig Your Story, we continue our conversation with one of the most compelling new voices in American roots music Donut Larsen — rose from street performances to global attention through viral videos. His 2025 album Maybe blends Americana, blues, folk-punk…

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  17. Part 1 - Donut Larsen - USA - Americana, Blues, Folk Singer Song Writer

    🎙️ Donut Larsen — (Part 1) Today on Tell Craig Your Story, we meet one of the most raw and authentic new voices in American roots music Donut Larsen — is an Americana, blues, and folk-punk artist from Birmingham, Alabama. After years of hitchhiking, riding freight trains, and performing on…

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  18. Fiony - Thai Pro Wrestler backstage at the FightVGMFight show Shanghai

    Today on Tell Craig Your Story, I’m joined by Fiony — a professional wrestler from Thailand who’s making serious waves across Asia. After building her reputation on the Thai wrestling scene, Fiony took a major step forward by signing with the China Wrestling Alliance (CWA) and stepping onto the...

  19. Dean Smith - Australia - Host of KTP Podcast / Founder of Smita Foundation

    With the NRL 2026 season about to kick off in Las Vegas next month, I couldn’t think of a better person to welcome onto the podcast than Dean Smith. Born in Maitland, Australia, Dean is the host of the KTP Podcast, recorded live every Tuesday night from their studio, where they break down all...

  20. Chloe Trujillo - France - Artist / Fashion Designer / Vocalist of BLVD Of EYES

    🎉 Happy New Year and welcome to a new season of the Tell Craig Your Story podcast! Let’s kick off 2026 with our first guest, Chloe Trujillo. Chloe is a multidisciplinary artist, vocalist, and designer, best known as the frontwoman of the heavy alternative band BLVD OF EYES. She recently released...

  21. Bernard (Barney) Haas - Germany - Blue Man Group Artist

    It’s an absolute honour to welcome Bernard (Barney) Haas from the Blue Man Group to the podcast. Barney was in Shanghai for a four-month residency, and I was lucky enough to attend one of the shows. I went in not knowing what to expect and came away completely blown away by the talent of the Blue...

  22. Thomas Cleary - England - Author of the short book "Kelsey Left Her Mark"

    Today on Tell Craig Your Story, I’m joined by Thomas Cleary — a writer, poet, comic creator, and radio storyteller whose journey has taken him from hospital radio and community airwaves in the UK to a creative life here in Shanghai. After losing his father during lockdown, Thomas began…

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  23. Part 2 - Clint Lovering - Australia - Lead Vocals / Guitarist of Damage Inc

    🎙️ Tell Craig Your Story – Episode 181 (Part 2) In Part 2 of my chat with Clint Lovering — front man of Damage Inc. (@damageincmetallica) — we get into the roots of Australia’s ultimate Metallica tribute band. Clint talks about how Damage Inc. was formed, the ups and downs of booking shows in…

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  24. Part 1 - Clint Lovering - Australia - Lead Vocals / Guitarist of Damage Inc

    🎙️ Episode 180 – Part 1 “Today on Tell Craig Your Story, I’m thrilled to welcome Clint Lovering — front man of Damage Inc, Australia’s ultimate Metallica tribute band. For over 20 years, Clint and the band have brought Metallica’s music to life with passion and precision. Along the way, they’ve...

  25. Billie Blue Blackstone - Malaysian/ American - Singer / Song Writer

    Episode 179 – Tell Craig Your Story Podcast | Billie Blue Blackstone In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Billie Blue Blackstone, a Malaysian-American singer-songwriter who first rose to prominence as the frontwoman of Billie Blue & The Nowhere Men before stepping out on her…

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  26. Hayley Zhao - China - English Editor & Writer at The World of Chinese.

    Episode 178 🎙️ Today on Tell Craig Your Story, I’m excited to welcome Hayley Zhao — editor, writer, and multimedia journalist with The World of Chinese. Hayley has a passion for bridging cultures through storytelling, whether it’s in print, podcasts, or multimedia projects. A graduate of…

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  27. Luke Preece - England - Art Director / Illustrator / Graphic Designer

    Today I’m joined by a truly incredible guest Luke Preece—an artist whose work you’ve probably seen even if you didn’t realise it. He’s a UK-based illustrator and art director, celebrated for blending the dark, powerful aesthetics of heavy metal with the imagination of science fiction and fantasy....

  28. Qin Qin - China - Author of her memoir Model Minority Gone Rogue

    🎙️ Episode 176 – Tell Craig Your Story This week, I’m joined by Qin Qin, author of the memoir Model Minority Gone Rogue. In this powerful and deeply personal story, Qin Qin reflects on navigating identity, cultural expectations, and the journey of breaking free from the “model minority” label....

  29. Hope White - Australia - Sydney Giants / NSW / Australian Netball athlete

    🎙️ Episode 175 – Tell Craig Your Story This week, I’m joined by Hope White, a dynamic midcourter for the Sydney Giants in the Suncorp Super Netball League. Born in Newcastle, Hope’s journey began at the Newcastle Netball Association before moving to the Central Coast Heart, where she developed...

  30. Daria Vedenskaya - Russia - Fitness Coach / Personal Trainer

    Episode [174] – Daria Vedenskaya (Fitness Coach, Zumba on the Bund) Please welcome to the podcast, Daria Vedenskaya, joining us all the way from Vladivostok, Russia. Daria studied in Shanghai, China, where she works as an Import-Export Agent. But her true passion lies in the world of fitness and...

  31. Gavin Malone - Ireland - Co Host of That Sound Podcast

    🎙️ Episode 173 – Gavin Malone (That Sound Podcast) Please welcome to the podcast Gavin Malone, co-host of That Sound Podcast based in Ireland. Gavin dives deep into album reviews, live concert experiences, and the latest news from the world of rock. We immediately connected over our mutual love...

  32. Xiaojiemen (小解闷 ) - China's International Wrestling Influencer

    Episode 172 – Xiaojiemen: China’s International Wrestling Influence In this episode, Craig sits down with Xiaojiemen, one of China’s most influential figures in the world of professional wrestling. Known for his dynamic presence on Bilibili—with over 34,000 followers and 11 million+ total...

  33. James Murray - USA - Teacher / Author / Ring Announcer

    Episode 171 – Please welcome to the podcast, Author and Ring Announcer James Murray! James is a multi-talented creator whose work spans across comics, poetry, and live entertainment. His impressive bibliography includes Classic Horror Comics, Frankenstein: The Illuminatus Complex, and a poetry...

  34. Rob Dietrich - USA - Master Distiller of Metallica Blackened Whiskey

    Episode 170- We’re thrilled to welcome Rob Dietrich — Master Distiller and Blender of Blackened American Whiskey — who joins us while on tour with Metallica as part of the explosive Metallica Takeover events. Before becoming the face behind Metallica’s signature Blackened whiskey and cigar's, Rob...

  35. IONU - Russia - New debut Album Poison Waters

    This episode is a powerhouse showcase of international talent. IONU, the Russian rock band now lighting up the Shanghai music scene, brings serious energy, passion, and versatility. Known as the house band Red Star's at the iconic Pearl Theatre, they deliver top-tier tribute performances and...

  36. Marty Friedman - USA - Platinum selling recording artist / Iconic Guitarist / Official Ambassador of Japan Heritage

    Please welcome to the podcast one of the all time greatest guitar players, Marty Friedman. Born in Washington DC, USA, he started his music career with bands Hawaii and Deuce before forming Cacophony with Jason Becker. Friedman joined Megadeth in 1990 and their Rust In Peace album, is considered...

  37. Guido Esposito - Italy - Owner of Bella Napoli Italian Restaurants

    Episode 167 - Please welcome to the podcast Guido Esposito, Founder of the award winning Bella Napoli Italian Restaurants in Shanghai In my opinion, it is one of the best Italian restaurants in China. Guido was born in Salerno, Italy. At the age of 18 years old, he moved to several European...

  38. Adrian Manera - Australia - Owner of World Series Wrestling WSW / Manera Group / Haggle Co

    2025 IS HERE! Welcome to a new season of Tell Craig Your Story podcast. We kick it off with Adrian Manera. Adrian was born in Adelaide, South Australia. He is the owner of World Series Wrestling (WSW), the leading Australian pro wrestling tour company. Superstars like Jeff Jarrett, Gunther, AJ...

  39. New Tell Craig Your Story podcast Theme Song!

    A big thanks to Skinny O.G and Black China Music Company for the latest Theme song for Tell Craig Your Story podcast. You check out my podcast with Skinny OG episode 153 and 154. Lets us know what you think? Instagram @skinny_og @black_china_baby https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com...

  40. Mariia Kharitonova - Russia - Queen Marie of MKW Pro Wrestling

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all my family, friends, and fans out there. 2024 has been a fantastic year for the podcast, and 2025 is going to be even bigger and better. Are you ready? Please welcome to the podcast all the way from Vladivostok Russia, Queen Marie. We had to postpone the...

  41. Jenna Rauten - Finland - International Artist / Author

    Episode 163 - Please welcome to the podcast Finnish Artist, Model, and Author Jenna Rauten. Now residing in Shanghai, China, Jenna has been painting for over ten years now, and her paintings have been sold worldwide. Her artwork has been featured in numerous exhibitions. Her recent exhibition,...

  42. Chimera Cult - New album ”Feral Well” (released on 25th December)

    Heavy metal band Chimera Cult join me on the podcast. After 2 years, the band will release their 2nd album Feral Well, on the 25th December. Tell Craig Your Story has the exclusive early release of 2 tracks from the new album. At the start of the podcast you heard "Feral Well" and at the end of…

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  43. Jason Aird - Metallica announce Australian tour November 2025

    Finally, after 12 years of waiting (cancelled tour in 2019), Metallica announced last month that they will tour Australia and New Zealand next November 2025, in support of their 72 Seasons album. The sold out tour will take in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland NZ. Who…

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  44. Yvan Franel - Switzerland - Lead Vocalist of Stevans

    Episode 160 - Its an absolute honour to welcome to the podcast, Lead Vocalist of the Switzerland Electro Pop band Stevans, Yvan Franel. I was lucky enough to meet the band and see their live performance in Shanghai. Stevans have just finished a 2 week tour of China and including the Montreux Jazz...

  45. Part 2 - Die Hard Female fans in the Metallica family.

    Part 2 - Episode 159- As we all know, Metallica fans are predominately males. But today we will talk to 3 of the most passionate and hardcore female fans in the Metallica fan club. Dedicating their life to travelling all over the world. Please welcome- Katy Virgil, Camila Guerrero and Vee Kovach....

  46. Part 1 - Die Hard Female fans in the Metallica family.

    Part 1 - Episode 158- As we all know, Metallica fans are predominately males. But today we will talk to 3 of the most passionate and hardcore female fans in the Metallica fan club. Dedicating their life to travelling all over the world. Please welcome- Katy Virgil, Camila Guerrero and Vee Kovach....

  47. Small Paul AKA 小 保罗 (Paul Copeland) - England - Creative Director / Artist / DJ

    Episode 157- Small Paul AKA 小 保罗 (Paul Copeland) joins me in the studio. Born in England now residing in Shanghai, he is a man of many talents. He has won many awards over his career as a Creative Director at the Mill and Writer. Paul was also a DJ for 20 years and has also been a comedian.…

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  48. Part 2 - Ian Badenhorst - South Africa - Award Winning Stand Up Comedian

    Part 2 - Finally, I got to do a podcast with award winning Comedian Ian Badenhorst. Born in South Africa, now residing in Shanghai China. Ian was a DJ and working with one of the biggest Chinese Entertainment company, but becoming a Stand Up Comedian was his passion with stories and jokes about...

  49. Part 1 - Ian Badenhorst - South Africa - Award Winning Stand Up Comedian

    Part 1- Finally, I got to do a podcast with award winning Comedian Ian Badenhorst. Born in South Africa, now residing in Shanghai China. Ian was a DJ and working with one of the biggest Chinese Entertainment company, but becoming a Stand Up Comedian was his passion with stories and jokes about...

  50. Part 2 - Skinny O.G - Cameroon - Hip Hop Artist / Founder of Black China Music Company

    Episode 154- Please welcome to the podcast Hip Hop/ Rap Artist Skinny O.G. Born in Cameroon and grew up in New York USA. He begun break dancing at the age of 7 years old. He developed his own style of hip hop / rap and has played in Cameroon, France and cities in the USA. In 2015 he moved to...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Thank you for listening to the podcast. I had the idea for the podcast a while ago to talk to people who I have met in my travels, about their inspiring and amazing lives. I remember always going to see Henry Rollins do his spoken word tours and being inspired about his stories and life motto. Travel the world, be creative- play music, draw or paint. Have an opinion but respect others, keep fit and healthy. Born and raised in Newcastle Australia now living in Shanghai China.

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Craig Maguire

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