With Miska

Sara Dolores!In this wonderful quick episode that we recorded in my car, Finnish-American singer-songwriter Sara Dolores tells about her life, and how she's making it happen in Los Angeles.Sara’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/RwqcxqI7m78Sara's background is very interesting, since she was born in the US, but raised in Finland. Now she's been back in LA for some years, and she's creating an artist life for herself.We go deep into her musical style, independent artist life, social media, and she also gives me advice on how it's important for an artist to have a clear identity online. And we talk about much more!A great talk!This podcast is supported by Finlandia Foundation National.Sara's links:SPOTIFYhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3atvHy6TZeOFjrKRAGBsko?si=rXKn3z4nTk61sx8tSz6HUAINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/mssaradolores/Enjoy!Or buy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/

A Quick solo episode!February 17th, 2026 update from LA.This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/bl_eYSCHvI8In this walking-in-the-rain episode from Los Angeles, I talk about: -Trying to book 10 gigs in Finland for July -DoorDash reality vs. financial goals -Snow plans at Mount Baldy and more!Buy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Our Thanksgiving Song with Selma Seppänen:https://youtube.com/shorts/bO5oIg9u4dQ?feature=shareOur Beer Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/TP-wKgmbSos?feature=shareOther links:https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/highvoltaine/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/?hl=enhttps://finlandiafoundation.org/Enjoy!

Steve Solkela! In this raw 3am late night discussion Minnesota musician, comedian, accordionist, unicyclist and opera creator Steve Solkela opens up about his life and shares his thoughts on artist life, God, making it happen and working hard. Steve’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/SGQwTYmCY4sSteve is also a member of our Hauliwood Dreams band! An intense talk! This podcast is supported by Finlandia Foundation National.Steve's links: https://www.youtube.com/c/stevesolkelahttps://www.facebook.com/SteveSolkela/ https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/ https://www.tiktok.com/@stevesolkela https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ezC9l9RWL3HUoJwmFLt2x?si=Pp4ltfMGTDmq0L6m5KvXIA Hauliwood Dreams YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC763f6KqZSj6nktRdWPtHxwhttps://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/ https://www.hauliwood.com/ https://finlandiafoundation.org/Or buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Enjoy!

A Quick solo episode!February 11th, 2026 update from LA.Just got back from Minnesota with our Hauliwood Dreams band. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/CBjvCANeWvgIn this episode I break down: -What it really costs to live as an artist in Los Angeles-Why some shows make financial sense and others don’t-The math behind ticket sales -Merch strategy-Expanding beyond the Finnish-American niche audienceAnd our tour in Finland this July. Grateful for Minnesota. Grateful for everyone who hosted us. Buy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/---https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/highvoltaine/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/?hl=enEnjoy!

A Quick solo episode!December 8th, 2025 update from LA.Quick update from LA after a busy trip to Seattle. Performed, taught, worked… and dealt with some car issues once I got back. Also preparing for shows in Finland and Estonia in early January. Thanks to everyone in Seattle for the warm welcome.https://www.finlandiafoundationseattle.com/https://highlinemuseum.org/https://finlandiafoundation.org/This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/aMq_SUAxc-MBuy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Enjoy!

A Quick solo episode!November 17th, 2025 update from LA.Rainy Monday walk update from Los Angeles. Talking about January travel to Finland, possible shows in Helsinki + Estonia, my one-man comedic monologue My Immigrant Story, podcast guests, YouTube growth and more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/Df1QT4qI5_cBuy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Links:Ross Cameronhttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorFinlandia Foundation Nationalhttps://finlandiafoundation.org/Enjoy!

A Quick solo episode!November 10th, 2025 update from LA.Straight from my walk!In this one I talk about planning My Immigrant Story comedy monologue tour in Finland & Estonia (January and July 2026) and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/NqGdo8E-NG8Buy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Links:Joonas Makkonenhttps://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=enMikko Kierikkihttps://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=enRoss Cameronhttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorFinlandia Foundation Nationalhttps://finlandiafoundation.org/Enjoy!

A quick solo episode!November 3rd, 2025 update from LA.A self-tape, some trading, thoughts on projects, time, and living in Los Angeles.This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes and More:https://youtu.be/-t94RtcO7fgBuy my shirt if you want to be cool:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Links:Joonas Makkonenhttps://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=enMikko Kierikkihttps://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=enRoss Cameronhttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorEnjoy!

Quick solo episode!October 27th, 2025 update from LA.PopMix Movie, doing self-tapes, early mornings, no big news. Maybe shows in Finland next year.This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/J3H_05RFgccBuy my shirt:https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/Links:Joonas Makkonenhttps://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=enMikko Kierikkihttps://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=enFinlandia Foundation Nationalhttps://finlandiafoundation.org/Enjoy!

Ida Metsberg!This is a quick one. About 20 minutes. We talk in my car as we are driving to Venice Beach, California, to play on Venice Boardwalk.Ida’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/UU1YEeP3bGc?si=BSb6QikAhVnbRpHtIda is a Finnish Singer-Songwriter living in New York. She has been in the US for 13 years, and she’s making it happen. We talk about how Ida ended to the US, and also how she got her visa. She gives wonderful advice on getting a visa as an independent artist.She shares her experiences being an artist in New York, and how she is able to make everything work. And she talks about her career goal playing only her own music to audiences.Ida was also chosen to be Performer of the Year for Finlandia Foundation National in 2023. I had the same title in 2024. Ida’s California Tour is supported by Finlandia Foundation National. As is this podcast episode.Ida is also available to do living room shows, anywhere near you!A wonderful talk!Ida’s links:https://idaofficial.com/https://finlandiafoundation.org/https://www.instagram.com/idametsberg/https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WoTUlxYdH5qCfeXXGGceghttps://youtube.com/@idametsberg7145?si=ZDohtK4uiBM93VbPEnjoy!

Mike Cuenca!Mike Cuenca is a wonderful truly indie director, and he returns to the podcast. He's the first returning guest!A great talk about filmmaking, culture, Los Angeles, and of course Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki!Mike Cuenca’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/ZZqFu_7c5NYMike has 4 movies opening right now this October 2025!BOYS ABOUT TOWN is a four-part film series shot in real time (2018–2025), following wannabe mods, heartbreak, friendship, and the chaos of growing up obsessed with music and romance. Funny, raw, and unapologetically black-and-white.WORLD PREMIERE SCREENINGS at THE VIRGIL, Los AngelesNight One – Oct 12: Films 1 & 2 + live music by Supersonic LA (Oasis tribute)Night Two – Oct 19: Films 3 & 4 + soundtrack performed live by Press DarlingsPlus giveaways courtesy of Amoeba Music, Videotheque, and Lemon Frog Vintage, with DJs spinning powerpop, britpop, and mod revival all night.TICKETS:https://mikecuenca.net/boys-about-town-premiere/BOYS ABOUT TOWN Trailer:https://youtu.be/Um2nXObM_p4?si=Wfr3gbOdBv7_G5CQhttps://www.youtube.com/user/blvdducinemahttps://www.instagram.com/boysabouttown/https://www.instagram.com/blvdducinema/https://www.instagram.com/mikecuenca_/Enjoy!

Solo episode!I go through EVERY AC/DC album from memory — no notes, no Wikipedia — just my thoughts, mistakes, and memories as a lifelong fan. From High Voltage to Power Up, this one’s all about AC/DC.This episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/ghrKxs1u22AEnjoy!

Solo episode!As I'm driving from Los Angeles to a Finnish Campground in Central Valley region of California I talk about my visit to Finland, my folk band Hilavitkutin, coffee, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/n8NXP5cypwsLinks:Full Concert of Finnish Folk Band HILAVITKUTIN at Restaurant Kerubi, Joensuu, Finland. June 16, 2025https://youtu.be/WsAa8wUK090?feature=sharedEnjoy!#finland #finnish #usa #america #losangeles #car #podcast #podcasts #solo #hollywood #indiefilm #folkmusic #actor #musician

Solo episode!As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about a Finnish singer-songwriter Anniina, who lives in the US. I also chat about making it, Miami, auditions, my upcoming trip to Finland, daytrading, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/R_fErtaAEIELinks:Anniinahttps://www.instagram.com/anniinabe/https://open.spotify.com/artist/7zurpKoTEgb5wQv6vZjR2V?si=Ovpa_4vFTIepmJ5f5MLK1ARoss Cameron - Warrior Tradinghttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorSteve Solkelahttps://www.youtube.com/c/stevesolkelaLA Finnish Center / Suomi-Kerhohttps://www.instagram.com/suomikerhola/Sara Doloreshttps://www.instagram.com/mssaradolores/Enjoy!

TEURiS! This episode is in Finnish.TEURiS is a Finnish stand-up comedian who's been working for years. He also produces many shows in Finland.TEURiS’ With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/DfV8LsteN9YI have known TEURiS for a long time, and always admired his excellent writing skills. His jokes are very economical. Basically there are no extra words in his jokes. Which is something I'm really trying to work on to better myself.TEURiS has created an unique 40-minute stand-up comedy special TEURiS Ex Machina, which incorporates scripted movie-style story intertwined with his live stand-up show.TEURiS Ex Machina will be released soon. You will be able to soon find the screening dates on TEURiS' website and social media channels:www.teuris.comWe talk about joke writing, working as a stand-up comedian, producing shows, Finnish stand-up scene, and much more! TEURiS also gives some tips to comedians from a producer's point of view.TEURiS' links:TEURiS Ex Machina Trailerhttps://youtu.be/brlgDxps0rc?si=WQSuydjvHzlyieRVwww.teuris.comhttps://www.instagram.com/teurajaervi/https://www.facebook.com/teurajaervi/https://www.youtube.com/@teurajaerviEnjoy!

Solo episode!As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about daytrading, my solo show in Arizona, self-tape auditions, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/M6WUMwRmFQQ?si=2XwdMijUUUXz77ZYLinks:Jaakko Manninen https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/Our Band Hauliwood Dreamshttps://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/ Ross Cameron - Warrior Tradinghttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorDr. Self Tapeshttps://www.drselftapes.comEnjoy!

Solo episode!I talk about daytrading, our upcoming Hauliwood Dreams Minnesota/Wisconsin tour, Finnish band Raptori, Hollywood Improv, and more.This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/7W9a-tuRaeoLinks:Jaakko Manninen ‪https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/Hauliwood Dreams Minnesota/Wisconsin tourhttps://www.facebook.com/steven.solkela/posts/pfbid03v3AiAiBUWWUyMGPbCihc3n2U5wZfG6w8TM9rhsuKCcZbWukdsRHfJu7sxZKxfJpl Ross Cameron - Warrior Tradinghttps://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarriorEnjoy!

Marco Chiavetta!Marco is an Italian sound designer, composer and musician living in LA. I have known him for over a year, and we finally get to sit down and have a long talk!Marco's With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/uXUf368jhJw?si=Rc-du-2ZQPQyTwjTMarco works widely in the field of music and sound. We talk about his early influences, including Blink-182 and Guns N’ Roses. And of course we discuss about Italian food, and Marco shares his thoughts on how to cook vegan! We also hear Marco's music!An excellent talk!Links:www.marcochiavetta.netIG: www.instagram.com/02x_official/Enjoy!

Solo episode!I talk about Los Angeles fires, day trading, new upcoming music video shoot, and more. Also some freestyling in English and Finnish, ASMR and Shakespeare.This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/90EccDtQQdcLinks:Jaakko Manninenhttps://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/My Hollywood Improv Feb 26th Showhttps://improv.com/hollywood/event/miska+kajanus%3A+%22my+immigrant+story%22/14105473/Ross Cameron - Warrior Tradinghttps://youtube.com/@daytradewarrior?si=i_-sKhi9vHYaxPzbRed Hot Chili Peppers: Under The Bridge (Music Video)https://youtu.be/GLvohMXgcBo?si=RJ-KJIS0EkAS_dVsCMX: Pirunmaitoahttps://open.spotify.com/track/3xIIHWKOhehNqbV3QHDi2e?si=2b8aa9b73660409eAll the world’s a stage monologue:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_world%27s_a_stageWilliam Shakespeare: As You Like Ithttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/As_You_Like_ItLed Zeppelin: Stairway to Heavenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/5CQ30WqJwcep0pYcV4AMNc?si=b698c8602a8f4e2cISMO's and mine Hawaii show Jan 23rdhttps://www.bluenotejazz.com/hawaii/shows/?eid=13593094Enjoy!

Solo episode!I talk about shame, not having any money, day trading, a little bit about Finnish band CMX, my upcoming gigs, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/galPSVN0sTMLinks:Ross Cameron - Warrior Tradinghttps://youtube.com/@daytradewarrior?si=i_-sKhi9vHYaxPzbMy Hollywood Improv Feb 26th Showhttps://improv.com/hollywood/event/miska+kajanus%3A+%22my+immigrant+story%22/14105473/ISMO's and mine Hawaii show Jan 23rdhttps://www.bluenotejazz.com/hawaii/shows/?eid=13593094Hauliwood Dreams: Santa Is from Finland release posthttps://www.instagram.com/p/DD73m0_z_B4/Videobit.ly/finnishsantaSaint Urhohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_UrhoCMX: Kirosäkeethttps://open.spotify.com/track/5PnYS8tCPSpWCEPxFtCzaI?si=4bd908d30ae34694The Good Nite Stand-Up Show January 11thhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DEjgQ7rxe7w/Scott Blugrind Episode on With Miska Podcasthttps://youtu.be/z7G8i8MGrCI?si=dU6BQDjVvJV6YHFuHauliwood Dreams: Hauliwood Dreamshttps://www.facebook.com/miskakajanus/posts/pfbid04fFUd98gGSS4EN3vad9Wmdm97rnkA2g9RJAMc1hfSKi8YfBkycCMNG3HXGn5VLkclEnjoy!

Anna Easteden!Anna is a Finnish-American actress and model who I have known for years. She shares her wonderfully interesting life story how she ended up from a farm in Finland to all around the world. Anna's With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes:https://youtu.be/Cl-fCzgzjoYAnna lives in Los Angeles now, and we have a wonderful chat in her home. We have worked together in a couple of projects, and now I finally get to hear how she ended up in Hollywood, and much more.A wonderful talk!Links:ACTING: IG: https://www.instagram.com/annaeasteden/FB: https://www.facebook.com/@AnnaEastedenFanSite/REAL ESTATE: https://annamckinleygroup.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/annamckinleygroup/FB: https://www.facebook.com/AnnaMcKinleyRealEstateTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annamckinleyreYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbfeg9nSkVkhoddpmc3xbgAEnjoy!

Solo episode! I talk about Finnish band CMX, trying to make money, and my tour as Finlandia Foundation National's Performer of the Year, and much more!This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes.https://youtu.be/3fZPr_CoDxQLinks:Finnish Band CMXhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CMX_(band)CMX Song: Manalainenhttps://youtu.be/D7Rv5agmntk?si=kGc9d8Q2LForbqyIHauliwood Dreams: Santa is from Finlandhttps://youtu.be/9iwwxN11HU8?si=2sQ4snzTEDRj4YTXCouples of Wife Carrying Filmhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08DQRXD9R/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rHauliwood Vampires: Original Sauna Songhttps://youtu.be/7nFqPpdW-SQ?si=xEL8R5W05Ap-VwcxHauliwood Dreams: Sauna Song Livehttps://youtu.be/EXmmNXO5deI?si=HqS0rBZAjvRvksXcJaakko Manninen's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/Enjoy!

Miika J. Norvanto! This episode is in Finnish. A wonderful and very interesting talk with Miika J. Norvanto, who is the producer of our new movie Detour To Father (Johannes ei kulje Jämsän kautta). Miika’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/jKIDAP989Tg Miika is also the CEO and Owner of Kajawood Studios in Finland. At the studio he's responsible for the operation, development, sales, and profitability. Miika is the main distributor of Finnish indie films, and he has released various of our movies in theaters and on streaming services. He gives us lots of insight about indie filmmaking, distribution, producing films, his faith, Kajawood Studios and much more! And of course we talk about our new feature film that was just released in Finland. A wonderful talk! Links: https://www.kajawood.com https://www.kajawood.com/our-news/ Trailer for the movie: Detour to Father - Johannes ei kulje Jämsän kautta https://youtu.be/moFwZ2RqK48 Finnish ticket link for the movie: https://nytleffaan.fi/elokuva/johanneseikuljejamsankautta/ Enjoy!

Teemu Myöhänen! This episode is in Finnish. Teemu is an inspirational and multi-talented media professional. I have known Teemu for a few years now, and finally I get to sit down with him for this podcast. Last year I was a guest on his and Olli Keituri's MeininkiPaja podcast: https://youtu.be/yRwt5IzEDVM Teemu’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/EP0YxGL3wo4 A wonderful unique aspect in Teemu is his love for self-improvement. We talk lots about that, and Teemu also shares some of his own theories how to realize your dreams. Even though Teemu hasn't taught self-help lectures or workshops yet, I feel he will be doing that at some point in his life. This podcast will give you good echoes of this. We also chat about his plans of making a feature film, his music career, being an entrepreneur and much more. A great talk! Teemu's links https://www.karmamedia.fi https://www.instagram.com/teemumyoha_/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Katri Aksola! This episode is in Finnish. Katri is the CEO of Helsinki Casting in Finland. She has an extensive background in film business, and now she opens up about how she became who she is, and how it is leading a casting agency. Katri’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/Rm2O-Vw7KZA I met Katri few years ago when we were acting together in TV series Kontio & Parmas, and I have auditioned for Helsinki Casting many times since then. This conversation is very unique and hugely interesting since it gives insight into how casting process works, and also how actors could be better in auditioning and booking roles. Katri shares very honestly how casting business is, what kind of values she and Helsinki Casting have, and what kind of a leader she aspires to be. An excellent talk! Helsinki Casting https://www.helsinkicasting.com/ Katri's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/katri-aksola-she-her-99870166/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Alectra! I met Alectra at Dr Self Tape Studios, where I often go and record my self tape auditions. Alectra worked there and filmed my audition. Alectra’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/muQBf8bQx6A Alectra is not only an actor, but she has worked as a model for years, and she shares with me how that business is. We also talk about the reality of being an actor in LA, how Alectra likes ASMR videos, and much more! Since Alectra has helped many people to audition, she gives wonderful tips about how to make a good self tape. This is an excellent conversation with wonderful Alectra! Links: https://www.instagram.com/alectrafying/ Enjoy!

Hanna Kinnunen! This episode is in Finnish. Hanna is a multitalented actor, singer, radio host, journalist, and many other things! Hanna and I have done various improv gigs together and it has always been inspiring to work with her. Hanna’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/X7Zj6qfZ63U In this discussion we talk about how Hanna got into professional acting, which was when she won the Finnish TV show Haluatko filmitähdeksi? (Do You Want to Be a Moviestar?) The show put her on the map in the whole country and she became a star. At some point she stepped out from TV for some years, but she still kept acting and working in her wide field of communications. A couple of years ago she came back to the daily series Salatut elämät (Secret Lives), in which she plays a colorful character Salla. In our talk Hanna shares her process how she plays Salla, and how it is filming a daily TV series. In addition to her acting and radio work, she is currently performing in Hanna as Adele – A Night to Remember Show & Dinner at Casino Helsinki. The show consists of Adele’s greatest hits performed by Hanna. An inspiring talk with a true media professional! Links: https://www.lippu.fi/artist/casino-helsinki/ https://casinohelsinki.fi/hanna-as-adele-a-night-to-remember-show-dinner-casino-helsingissa/ This episode was filmed at: https://www.lamp-factory.com/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Jere Koistinen & Teemu Kantonen! This episode is in Finnish. These guys are true independent filmmakers! Jere has just released his 2nd feature film Insite. Jere and Teemu’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/5AGqhvX77qw I have known Jere for years and I have followed his journey since his first feature film Ensitreffit, in which I also had a small role. Jere started his filmmaking career in his early twenties and has not stopped since. Jere has his own production company and advertising agency, and that's how he makes his living. Unlike many other filmmakers who leave to bigger cities, he has stayed in his hometown Varkaus, which is a small city in Finland. Instead of moving to LA he wants to bring Hollywood to Varkaus. And so far he has succeeded in it by bringing international cast (including Eric Roberts) to Finland to act in his new movie Insite. This is a candid and wonderfully interesting conversation with filmmaker Jere Koistinen and editor Teemu Kantonen about how Insite was made. INSITE Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTxKrjZbIZ4 INSITE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/insitemovie/ INSITE website https://www.insitemovie.com/ Jere's production company's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ajHT3j9oDr4HNyAAWo9yQ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Michèle Haines! Michèle is a multitalented entertainer, and a very fun person! We met casually at Ismo's stand-up show, and got to know each other a bit there. But now on this podcast we finally get to talk for longer. Michèle’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/oFuHz3M352g This is a wonderful and relaxed talk between two people who are getting to know each other. We chat about stand-up comedy, voice-over work, Ismo, Michèle's podcast On the Line with Babsie and much more! On the Line with Babsie is a merry podcast in which Michèle talks on the phone with her mom! Enjoy this entertaining, light and all over the place conversation! Michèle is a wonderful and radiant guest! Michèle's links: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cheleonearth/ Website http://cheleonearth.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@cheleonearth Podcast: On the Line with Babsie https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-line-with-babsie/id1479524108 Available on platforms via search: On the Line with Babsie TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@cheleonearth Sam the Ham short film https://youtu.be/rVKQXcIIN-A This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Deena Odelle Hyatt! Deena is a wonderful and inspiring person who I have run into many times at Dr. Self Tapes in RiTA House co-working space. Deena works at RiTA House, and in her own words she's Fairy Godmother there. She takes care of the members, events and many other things. Deena’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/VdQ9yj0lThg I hadn't had a long talk with Deena before, so this was a wonderful opportunity for me to find out who she is. I knew she did something with Alexander Technique, so I wanted to find out more about that. It turns out she is a highly experienced professional in that field. Deena is a Posture Specialist, Movement Coach and Body Mindfulness Wizard at Mind Body Grace. This is a very educational, inspirational and even healing podcast about Deena, poetry, arts, Alexander Technique and how to apply it, and much more. A wonderful discussion! Deena's links: https://www.instagram.com/deenaoh/ https://mindbodygrace.com This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Suzan and Zeke Jones! Suzan and Zeke are a wonderful mom and son duo! This is an inspiring conversation with Joneses about how their Hollywood family works together in film business, and how they have been doing it since Zeke was very young. Suzan and Zeke Jones’ episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/qKacOG8YAqQ We talk about a wide range of topics, including Zeke's homeschooling, learning to play guitar after falling in love with Pink Floyd, Suzan's bodybuilding background and much more. We also discuss about their films Dry Blood and Of The Devil, and about violent plays in which Zeke acts at Zombie Joe's Underground Theatre Group! My apologies, there are some audio issues since we had to use the backup recording, but the quality is still OK. This is a wonderful and inspiring talk! Suzan's links https://www.instagram.com/suzanjonesphoto/ https://www.skjimages.com Zeke's links https://www.instagram.com/zekedonovanjones/ https://www.facebook.com/zeke.jones.184 Of The Devil (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack - Zeke Jones) https://open.spotify.com/album/2RXNYPv26166S6TuY0XrbV?si=Eh9dFdN3R5-6uCbWOlAYYA Of The Devil https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0B5K3YWWC/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Dry Blood https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07M68H6K9/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Peter Bean! A wonderful conversation with filmmaker Peter Bean, who is a good friend of mine. Peter’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/17uwxMSbgBo We lived in the same house in North Hollywood 2005-2006. That was an exciting time for both of us. There was a group of people from Miami who moved to Los Angeles at the same time, and we all took our first steps in LA together. We have seen each other throughout the years, but this conversation is a wonderful recap of what has happened in our lives during all this time, and what we are doing now. Peter works for a video game company as an editor, but he has been making his own short films since he graduated from film school in 2005. Peter tells me about his life, and how it is being an indie filmmaker in Hollywood. Peter also runs http://www.theflushed.com/ which is a website that specializes in toilet humor. He has created videos, comics, and also published theflushed.com book! This is a wonderful talk between two friends! YouTube links: Chispa Productions: https://www.youtube.com/chispaproductions The Flushed: https://www.youtube.com/TheFlusheddotcom Activision/Blizzard Editor playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6ifQv-dpfooAoUYm_MQczL_yCAXmutNO You, Me, & the Internet: https://youtu.be/bPP-rb991OI Website links: Peter’s website: http://peterbean.com/ The Flushed: http://www.theflushed.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdfilmmaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nerdfilmmaker Twitter: https://twitter.com/nerdfilmmakers https://linktr.ee/peterbean Miska Stuff: E! Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B0DJ49zwJM John's Suitcase Music Video: https://youtu.be/07ROfnwODcw Mice videos: Part 1: https://youtu.be/Tq_qPF1uvl0 Part 2: https://youtu.be/n4QBD46PVaE Part 3: https://youtu.be/W1vEXyUPJE8 This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Olli-Pekka Hiltunen! This episode is in Finnish. This is probably the most personal talk that I have had on this podcast. I have known Olli-Pekka for about 30 years, so we get deep into stuff about our past and present. Olli-Pekka’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/U1Yj3xB82tk Olli-Pekka is a brass band leader, music teacher, musician, and currently also an actor. He is not only acting, but also singing in the choir for Kuopio City Theatre's musical Huomenna minä lähden. We started playing together in various bands during our teens, which was quite formative time in our lives. In this talk we go into why our rock band dreams didn't realize. We also talk how important role music has in our lives nowadays. And I am generally impressed with how well Olli-Pekka is doing in his life. A wonderful, honest and deep talk! Musical Huomenna minä lähden at Kuopio City Theatre: https://kuopionkaupunginteatteri.fi/huomennaminalahden With Miska Podcast Audio Links: https://www.miskakajanus.fi/withmiska/2022/10/31/episode-34-olli-pekka-hiltunen-in-finnish This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Toby Ganger! An excellent conversation with a rapper, investor, and former child actor! Toby's episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/0HJb75VX4MY I met Toby a couple of years ago at a mutual friend's place. We had a nice conversation, but it was a quick one. I got to know about the many things that he does, and has done, but not before recently I got more familiar with his music and work. He's not only an investor, but he's a rapper, and he has finally come back from a break and has released a new album Free Machine. This is a wonderful and also educational talk about family, how to solve problems in the American society, being a child actor, Toby's experiences in Finland and about Bitcoin! Toby's website: http://tobyganger.com/ Free Machine (the album): https://open.spotify.com/album/03soV3PkesQbSQ8AI5sqTd?si=qV9TWqRzTCWWzsKfiPzXUA https://music.apple.com/us/album/free-machine/1645881015 A Moment (Official Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chpW9KZA5Wo You Can't Take It Away (Official Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H363kPSkzjI This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Olli Keituri! This episode is in Finnish. A wonderful and a little bit different talk about doing podcasts, the differences between Finland and America, and electric motors! Olli’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/SF-834hI4ww Olli is a host of MeininkiPaja podcast, and he and I have mutual friends, but we hadn’t ever met before. Even though Olli mainly lives in Finland, he was visiting LA, and I took the opportunity to have him as a guest. This is an awesome and unique talk where we go into topics that I haven’t explored on the podcast before. Olli is also an actor, but among entertainment industry talk, Olli teaches me quite a lot about electric cars, and especially their technology. Olli works for a company that builds electric motors among many other things. We also cover how practices differ between Finland and the US in industrial companies. Olli knows quite a lot about this, since he came to LA straight from Colorado, where he was working on electric motors. An excellent and wide-ranging talk! Olli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ke551/ Olli’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kessi1andonly MeininkiPaja podcast links: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpVczP0M8wb295RwY2btUBA/videos https://open.spotify.com/show/6GW3vcQzzO1wHOcwvgeaCk?si=a134ee3a569a4d86 https://www.instagram.com/meininkipaja/ https://www.facebook.com/meininkipaja/ SepalusAuki Garage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sepalusauki.garage/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Tom Whalen! An exciting, rambling and nicely weird talk with stand-up comedian Tom Whalen. Tom’s episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/tNefG3sBx40 I met Tom on the stand-up comedy circuit in Los Angeles a few years ago. Tom has been at it for several years, and it was great to have him as a podcast guest! Tom tells how it is living in LA, and how the LA comedy scene is. We also go a little bit into politics. And like in all popular podcasts nowadays, we talk about Jiu-Jitsu. This is a wonderful and very wide-ranging talk about most of the things, and Tom also shares few tips on how to value yourself as an actor. Please go see Tom live wherever he’s performing. Sometimes he also sings! Tom’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/faketomwhalen/ Whiskey Myers - John Wayne (Official Music Video) https://youtu.be/odz7qGD1OTY Freddie Dredd - Want (Official Video) ft. prodby668 https://youtu.be/N3kVD0UaPek This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Mike Cuenca! A conversation with a wonderful filmmaker Mike Cuenca, who was recommended to me by cinematographer Jessica Gallant, with whom we both have worked with. Jessica is currently shooting my feature film Reunion, which is getting done slowly but surely. Mike's episode can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/NTdVnJUzrp4 This is a wonderful, inspiring, and also a very down to earth conversation about the reality of making it happen in LA. Mike shares with us how it is to be a truly indie filmmaker. Mike wants to do his films in a way that they are true to his artistic vision, and he doesn’t want to compromise this, even though it may be more difficult to get funding for his projects. He has made various indie films and series, and what makes his film I’ll Be Around exceptional is how big it looks. The shooting style is very indie, but the film has many locations, a big cast, bands… lots of stuff. In our conversation Mike tells how he creates all this with a very low budget. I loved talking with Mike, he’s a true artist and a cinephile. This talk is a wonderful reminder how good it is to stay true to your own artistic voice instead of trying to please everyone. We also talk lots about Mike’s adventures as a musician, and we share few words about the Finnish filmmaker Aki Kaurismäki! Mike’s films: I’ll Be Around: The Double Album https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08H847PB1/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r By the Wayside https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08V85JHBF/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Jerry Powell & the Delusions of Grandeur https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B091SS8DTJ/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Mike’s Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/mikecuenca Mike’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikecuenca_/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Marjo-Riikka Mäkelä! This episode is in Finnish. This is a wonderful and deep talk about being an acting teacher, coordinating love scenes, and saving wild animals! This can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/hbkQwmFDFqI I have known Marjo-Riikka for over 15 years, and she has helped me a lot in making Los Angeles my home. Even though Marjo-Riikka still lives in LA, she spends more time in Finland now, since she's also teaching at the University of the Arts Helsinki, at Theatre Academy. Marjo-Riikka has various passions, and one of them is animals. We go into detail how she saves baby opossums and helps birds. I don't personally know anyone who is such an animal lover like Marjo-Riikka, and in our conversation she tells how strong connection she has with animals. Marjo-Riikka also tells in detail how she uses Michael Chekhov Technique in her teaching. She won't reveal how to get into Theatre Academy of Finland, but at least she talks a bit about the school auditions. Marjo-Riikka’s links: https://chekhovstudio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/chekhovstudiointernational/ https://www.facebook.com/Acting.Classes.L.A/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ChekhovActingStudio/videos This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Wilhelmiina Lappi! This episode is in Finnish. Wilhelmiina is a 24-year-old Finnish actor who is currently studying at New York Film Academy in LA. This is a very interesting talk with Wilhelmiina who is in the beginning of her career! This can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/rV7k5NxZSdU Wilhelmiina and I met at L.A. Finnish Center briefly, and I didn’t even know that she was in town. I was very happy that we are getting more Finnish actors to LA, since there are really not that many of us here. I asked Wilhelmiina to be on the podcast, and her insights are truly unique. She grew up on a farm in Finland, so it has been quite a leap for her to move to LA. During our conversation she shares the whole process how she got herself to LA to study acting. This is a wonderful and very relatable conversation for anyone who wants to make changes in their life to pursue their dreams. Wilhelmiina also tells in great detail how the audition and visa processes were for studying in the States. Wilhelmiina’s links: https://www.instagram.com/wilhelmiinal/ https://www.facebook.com/wilhelmiina.lappi This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Kelton Jones (+ Suzan Jones) A wonderful and very educational talk with filmmaker and actor Kelton Jones. His producing partner and wife Suzan Jones also stops by at the end. This can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/R0zn8UCm3BY I met Kelton for the first time when we were working on a commercial together a couple of years ago. I remembered him being very kind and wise man, and I enjoyed spending the day with him. Since then we have reconnected via phone few times, but we haven’t met since. I knew Kelton is an experienced indie filmmaker (among other things), and I wanted him to be on my podcast. This is a wonderful, educational, and very inspirational talk to anyone who is making, or is dreaming of making movies. The advice that Kelton gives is invaluable. And what surprised me the most is the motivational boost he gives on the podcast. And with motivational I mean how he encourages all of us indie artists to make sure that we are getting paid for our work. He also shares how he talks with film investors as he fundraises for his films. He also tells about his upcoming book for which he has interviewed Sean S. Cunningham, the director of the original Friday the 13th. An excellent and inspirational talk! Instagram links: https://www.instagram.com/keltonjonesofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/suzanjonesphoto/ Of the Devil film trailer: https://youtu.be/8jfW2ncDoYs Of the Devil film IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15338648/ Kelton’s previous film Dry Blood: https://epic-pictures.com/film/dry-blood The Devil Down the Street full movie: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07NRR24TF/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Scott Blugrind! An exciting talk with a very unique and awesome Electric Guitar Comedian Scott Blugrind! This can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes https://youtu.be/z7G8i8MGrCI I saw Scott for the first time when he was the warm-up comic on the reunion of Friends, and there he gave me his guitar pick. Our paths crossed again when he came to L.A. Finnish Center to see Ismo Leikola's stand-up gig which I hosted. Scott is originally from LA, and he has seen lots! We talk about the days when he was hanging out on the Sunset Strip, and how he had his own dream of becoming a rockstar. All this led him to become the warm-up DJ for Friends, where he worked for years. Scott has been a warm-up comic for hundreds of live TV tapings, and worked on several shows with Matt LeBlanc. Now Scott is touring as an Electric Guitar Comic, and he also plays two songs at the end of the episode. Scott performs often at Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank, so go see him there or anywhere near you! Links: https://www.instagram.com/scottblugrind/ https://scottblugrind.com/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Sara Kay Godot! This my third video podcast, and this can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/cZKcrY901gQ I have known Sara for over 20 years! We went to the same theatre school in Miami, New World School of the Arts. When I started as a freshman she was already a sophomore. We watched all of each other’s college plays, and saw each other every day at school. At one point I was also her roommate for a couple of months. Later we lost touch for few years. But since we both are now in LA, we have been able to reconnect, and we both have performed on each other’s stand-up shows. After college Sara went to Chicago for several years where she did quite a variety of live theatre, but now she’s in LA. She owns a psychology practice with her husband, produces stand-up shows, acts, auditions and also writes. She lives a full life and is fully back in action after taking a break from acting some years ago. A wonderful and warm talk! Sara’s comedy website: sarakaygodotcomedy.com Sara’s Instagrams: instagram.com/sarakaydoesstandup/ instagram.com/think_tank_comedy/ instagram.com/godotswaitingroom/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Kristen Lundberg! This my second video podcast, and this can also be found on YouTube channel: With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/FBir17Ho-hM A wonderful and honest talk with Kristen. I visited her place, and we talked in her yard. Kristen has made some big life changes, and this became a very interesting and wide-ranging talk in which Kristen tells about her life in Ohio, and how she worked as a toy sculptor, and later transitioned into an ice sculptor in LA. I was prepared to talk about stand-up comedy and playing violin (which she does), but lately Kristen has been having doubts about her future as a stand-up, and she talks very openly about this. She has changed her path in life, and wants to concentrate on other things, like dramatic acting and ensemble work. This is a wonderful discussion on how life can change its course, and how you need to embrace the change when it comes. Kristen’s website with all sorts of awesome stuff: https://kristensfunnyhair.com/ This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Nina! This episode is in Finnish. This my first video podcast, and this can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/fzyDYHwOHKs Nina is a good friend of mine, and I have known her for years. She lives in L.A, and has lived here for a long time. She’s an actress, and she does quite a lot of theatre. Much more than many of her (and my) colleagues in Los Angeles. We talk a lot about theatre, and also about her one person show Poor Poor Lear. We have a very inspiring talk about her life, how she got her start in theatre in Finland, and then went to Finnish Theatre Academy, and how she ended up in Los Angeles. Nina has created a nice life for herself and for her family here in California. We recorded this at Nina’s yard, so you will hear some crickets in the background. Nina and me have also performed live-streamed improvised shows for Finlandia Foundation here in the US, and you are able to watch them on the following links: Live-Streamed Comedy Improv Special in English https://youtu.be/tzimw9X88Tc Live-Streamed Improvised Play #1 (in Finnish with English subtitles) https://youtu.be/QJlTyXg_9mg Live-Streamed Improvised Play #2 (in Finnish with English subtitles) https://youtu.be/HYOeVglNB_0 This episode has been supported by Arts Promotion Center Finland (Taiteen edistämiskeskus). Enjoy!

Ashley Scott Meyers is a filmmaker and a podcaster, and I have been listening to his SellingYourScreenplay.com podcast for a few years now, and I have enjoyed it a lot. Having Ashley as a guest on my podcast is a great opportunity for me to ask him all the questions that I have thought of when I have been listening to his podcast. This is a wonderful talk about the realities of being a filmmaker in LA. Ashley tells openly how he is making it happen, and he also gives excellent advice to anyone who is thinking about filmmaking or moving to LA. An inspirational talk. This is wonderful! Enjoy! Ashley’s SellingYourScreenplay.com website: www.sellingyourscreenplay.com

Today I had a wonderful talk with three guests at the same time! Actor Johanna Anttila connected with us from Finland. She is one of the leads in the movie Couples of Wife Carrying, in which I act in as well. She plays a Finnish competitor in the film. The second guest is Karolyn Castaldo, who is Director of Communications for Sunday River ski resort in Maine. We filmed the movie in Sunday River, and they have been very supportive of us throughout the whole filming and distribution process. And the third guest is Stephanie Coats, who is the post-production supervisor and associate producer of the film. A wonderful talk about the movie, wife carrying and life. Enjoy! This discussion was also screened live at the film’s Facebook page. Here’s a link to the video: www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2517745965182007 Couples of Wife Carrying Facebook page: facebook.com/couplesofwifecarryingmovie Film’s website: couplesofwifecarryingmovie.com Trailer for the movie: youtu.be/Lw9ijfP6_nM

Evan James Bochetto and Dan Pastewka, along with Brad Kula, are the creators of the comedy film Couples of Wife Carrying. Evan directed and was a co-writer of the film, while Dan is the producer. I play a Finnish wife-carrier Jarkko Karjalainen in the movie. First of all, my apologies for the sound quality of the podcast. We had some sound issues, but you can definitely hear everything. Couples of Wife Carrying has just been released to buy / rent in North America, so this was a great time for us to have a talk about the film. We go through how the movie was made, from coming up with the idea, all the way to the distribution and marketing. We also get to know who Evan and Dan are. A great talk about how films can be made with little money and lots of passion. Enjoy! This discussion was also screened live at the film’s Facebook page. Here’s a link to the video: facebook.com/watch/?v=316017039484773&extid=zLtdu5nU8OdP7QnH Couples of Wife Carrying Facebook page: facebook.com/couplesofwifecarryingmovie Film’s website: couplesofwifecarryingmovie.com Trailer for the movie: youtu.be/Lw9ijfP6_nM

Jukka! This episode is in Finnish. Jukka did sound design for our feature film Insanity (Vihanpidot), which I directed. I didn’t know him beforehand, but we have been staying in quite close contact lately during the post-production and release process of the film. The movie has just been released for streaming in Finland (on Elisa Viihde), Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Estonia. Next up we are preparing for North America and Great Britain releases. We talk about the process of making the film, and Jukka’s life. Jukka also used to be a rock star, and he is working on some new music! A great talk! Samples of Jukka’s work: toast.fi/person/jukka-akerman/ Insanity / Vihanpidot film to rent or buy: elisaviihde.fi/elokuvat/34901/Vihanpidot Trailer to Insanity / Vihanpidot: youtu.be/vZHj9XeSUAk

Irina Tundra is a Finnish stripper. We have a very interesting talk about the realities of being in her profession, what got her started, and why she’s a stripper. She tells about how she first got interested in the profession, and also how she studied in an university before becoming a stripper. We also talk about what’s the difference of prostitution and stripping. We also hear Irina’s opinions about sex work and legal aspects of that. This is an interesting and unique conversation with Irina, who is someone who works in an underground profession, but she approaches it in a business-minded and organized way. We also hear her stories about working outside Finland, and her dreams for the future. A great talk about the realities of a very unique way of making a living! Irina’s website: www.irinatundra.net Irina’s social media: linksfacebook.com/tundrairina/ youtube.com/user/IrinaTundra twitter.com/irinatundra instagram.com/irina.tundra/