Toasts and Jams

In this episode of Toasts & Jams, we welcome Steven Camden, also known as Polarbear, poet, storyteller and one of the UK’s most distinctive spoken word voices.We talk about Steven’s journey through performance and storytelling, from early poetry slams and chaotic workshop experiences to developing a voice that connects across audiences and spaces.The conversation moves through the strange and often surreal world of live poetry, the rules, or lack of them, and how those environments can shape you creatively. We also get into the evolution of artistic expression, from raw, unfiltered ideas to more considered storytelling, and how creativity often grows through experimentation, discomfort and play.It’s a wide ranging chat about finding your voice, embracing the unexpected and learning how to communicate ideas that actually land.Steven’s song choice:https://youtu.be/7nxWP9BhI7w?si=D1oFiQ39WrquH7YvSteven's links:www.bearstories.orgBig thank you to The Collective Acoustics:https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsSpotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Toasts & Jams, we welcome Olivia — a photographer known for capturing honest, human moments that go beyond the surface.We talk about Olivia’s journey into photography and how her personality plays a central role in her work, from embracing her quirks to building trust quickly with the people she shoots.The conversation moves through what authenticity really means in a world of polished content, the balance between analog and digital approaches, and why real, lived experiences still carry something you can’t fake or recreate.We also get into the importance of connection, instinct, and creating an environment where people feel comfortable enough to be themselves — plus a brilliant story about photographing Harry Kane and the determination it takes to capture something genuine.It’s a wide-ranging chat about creativity, people, and finding the real in everything you make.Olivia’s Song Choice:https://youtu.be/clXS_1NJC_Q?si=K8RxVe-teBa9Zu1GOlivia’s website and Instagram:oliviarosephotography.co.ukhttps://www.instagram.com/oliviarosegardenProduced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattBig thank you to The Collective Acoustics:https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gf... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Toasts & Jams, we welcome Ollie Olanipekun — creative director and founder of Flock Together and OpenAREA.We talk about Ollie’s journey from starting out with a youth culture blog to building a globally recognised creative agency, and what it takes to grow something from the ground up.The conversation moves through what creativity really means and how differently it shows up for everyone, the role of youth culture in shaping the future, and why some generations struggle to understand what’s coming next.We also get into nature, focus and mental clarity, including how stepping outside can unlock new ways of thinking, alongside a wider conversation around environment, identity and perspective.It’s a wide-ranging chat about building, evolving and staying open to new ideas.Ollie's Song Choice:Three 6 Mafia - Stay Flyhttps://youtu.be/vBjzAdpZzf0?si=DX1m3...Ollie's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ollie_ranger/Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattBig thank you to The Collective Acoustics:https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gf... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome DJ and producer Emerald to Toasts & Jams for a conversation exploring fate, physics, and the way our lives unfold.From the Big Bang to festivals, creativity, and the unknown, this episode moves between the cosmic and the personal, asking whether anything really happens by chance, or if it is all part of something bigger?Alongside the bigger questions, we get into Emerald’s world, including her drink of choice, tequila, and the track (or tracks) that soundtracked her teenage life.Expressive language warning!Emerald's song choice:https://youtu.be/sU_Cwfn15ds?si=DuhSDf7QGN_UMFv6Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattEmerald's Links:Instagram.com/emeraldroselewisPreciousstonesrecords.bandcamp.comBig thank you to The Collective Acoustics:https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gf... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome award-winning writer and director Akinola Davies Jr to Toasts & Jams as he shares insights into making My Father’s Shadow, the messiness of real life, and his secret love for musicals.My Father’s Shadow is showing now (March 2026) in select cinemas across the UK for one more week:https://mubi.com/es/myfathersshadowAkinola's song choice:https://youtu.be/cE-bnWqLqxE?si=guRrmgMDbVz-qpz3Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattBig thank you to The Collective Acoustics:https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA&nd=1&dlsi=d8e0914c0e014b4c Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the final episode of series 1 of Toasts and Jams, the podcast where we like to cheers to creativity and chat to the rhythm of a song from our formative years.Welcome Dominique Moore, actor and mentor from London. We discuss the challenges of serious illness and navigating life and work through that process, what her dream role as an actor would look like, gymnastics!? And of course her favourite drink with a song to inspire!Thanks for enjoying the show and look out for season 2 soon! Dominique's Song Choice:https://youtu.be/YH0KWX2a8zY?si=MVC0bmEfQNfy3xcJDominique's links:https://www.dmalondon.com/https://www.instagram.com/dominiqueamoore/?hl=en-gbToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome graphic artist Kelly Anna! We discuss why movement plays such a big part in Kelly's work, motherhood and the effects on a woman's career, and why clothing works as a vessel for her art, plus so much more.A deep and extensive chat into what makes Kelly tick. We hope you enjoy.Kelly's song choice:https://youtu.be/y2Eah_EGiDc?si=uc366EQTNF5Cfu4-Kelly's links:https://kellyannalondon.com/https://www.instagram.com/kellyannalondonToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For episode 10 of Toasts and Jams we welcome Alison LLoyd, founder of Ally Capellino, an indy British design brand established in 1980.We discuss the impact moving to India had at the age of 22, the sensory experience of accessory design, and the power of collaboration in fashion. An eye opening talk with a seasoned pro of the fashion world.Alison's song choice:https://youtu.be/XCzhAeukF1A?si=xqSgCA8EEKoQcSjvAlley Capellino:https://www.allycapellino.co.ukToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome Elfreda Dali, an artist from London and Lagos, we discuss her shift into fine art during the pandemic, how she manages to stay motivated in a busy career, and a whole host more!Elfreda's song choice:Tracy Chapman - Fast car - https://youtu.be/AIOAlaACuv4?si=PGrWG63D4u99Llc9Elfreda's linksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elfredadaliToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 8 we welcome Becca Wordingham, a make up artist from London with a wealth of work under her belt.We discuss the financial limits in make up artistry, the importance of staying true to yourself in your career, and what the future holds for Becca.An enlightening conversation into the world of a busy make up artist! We hope you enjoy.Becca's song choice:https://youtu.be/mcFmo_v81IU?si=qeCbb0WDfgpa3hANBecca's links:https://www.instagram.com/beccawordingham/?hl=enToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we welcome PC Williams, award-winning costume designer from London. We talk about styling do's and don'ts, if social media is killing subcultures, Nigerian storytellers and a whole lot more!Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattPC's song choice:Sweet Mother by Prince Nico Mbargahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mecNrIaWOAPC Williams on Instagram:@pc_williamsToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk to Sreesha Shetty about the DIY culture differences between the UK and India, transforming hobbies into business, and female representation in the creative world.It's an insightful chat with someone who has built a world from the ground up, we hope you enjoy!Sreesha's song choice:Alanis Morissette - Hand In My Pockethttps://youtu.be/CUjIY_XxF1g?si=FxyBjxzQGI4scYk-Lune:https://shoplune.com/Goa — https://g.co/kgs/VyrRgeSMumbai —https://g.co/kgs/dTXo5hpCALL — 093079 57895Toasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dego reflects on why he believes the '80s were hip-hop's true golden age. He also shares his thoughts on the rise of pirate radio and how London, New York, and Kyoto have shaped both his music and identity. It’s a fascinating conversation about hip-hop, radio culture, and the global influences behind a legend. We hope you enjoy!Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattDego's song choice:Globe and Whiz Kid - Play That Beat Mr DJ - https://youtu.be/c4fMivelJgU?si=eMWuVb3w82i1VL7GDego's links:http://2000black.bandcamp.com http://instagram.com/@2000blackToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Toast & Jams, we chat with DJ and producer Jay Carder about the evolution of music and how she's discovered her unique creative journey. She also shares insights on crafting the perfect mix when making music, revealing the art and process behind her sound, and of course, Guinness.An inspiring conversation on music, creativity, and the drive to innovate. We hope you enjoy.Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex Catt.Jay's song choice:Pink Floyd - Breathe (In The Air) - https://youtu.be/jcz0YxYl6Ac?si=TAVpiUfy4dSzyQcPJay Carder Links:https://Erbiumrecords.bandcamp.comhttps://ra.co/dj/jaycarderhttps://Instagram.com/jaycarderdjToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We speak with our good friend, Inua Ellams, a poet, playwright and visual artist, about creating art with the audience in mind and how our surroundings shape our identity and beliefs. We also discuss the darker side of friendship, touching on loss and the emotional weight of suicide. A trigger warning: this conversation includes sensitive themes around mental health. Join us for a thoughtful exploration of art, identity, and the complexities of human connection. We hope you enjoy.Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattInua's song choice:https://youtu.be/i7zsG3XFUd8?si=PChfXLhQ8xyAWfmKInua Ellams:https://inuaellams.cominstagram - @inuaellamsToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 2 of Toasts & Jams, we sit down with Tide (Teadayblogs), a visual artist celebrated for her honest and authentic work. Together, we delve into the power of relatability in art, the quirky charm of pairing cold meats with Haribo and the deeper elements that make creativity resonate. Pour yourself your favourite drink as we discover Tide’s go-to beverage and dive into an inspiring, one-of-a-kind conversation.Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex CattTide's song choice:https://youtu.be/OH9A6tn_P6g?si=AxXNsqM_aeaQUtAyTide's links:my insta: https://www.instagram.com/teadayblogs?igsh=MWdpNGpyeWl1Z3pucA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrRe-educate: https://www.instagram.com/_reeducate?igsh=NXQ0dmh1ZjFnZG5q&utm_source=qrToasts & Jams links:https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re joined by Matt from Gorgon City, who shares his journey from a teenage bedroom DJ to selling out 15,000-capacity venues. Matt opens up about the dark side of touring, how music kept him from going down the wrong path, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.Matt's song choice - https://youtu.be/wfWMv8Y1V5E?si=0ujev8L7h1E5D6orGorgon City -https://gorgoncity.comhttps://www.instagram.com/gorgoncityToasts & Jams links -https://linktr.ee/toastsandjamsToasts & Jams Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA?si=2o6UFtxkSIS-kQIyusWuoAProduced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex Catt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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