OPENING CREDITS® – Details, episodes & analysis

For the Season 3 finale we've brought back the Pod Quiz, but this time it's Laura's turn to ask the questions.

Listen to Stephen squirm as his knowledge of the past 10 episodes is put to the test, and hear some of the best bits from this Season's guests.

This time there's a Ted Lasso fancy dress theme for absolutely no reason, but make sure you check out the socials to see the all expense spared Ted and Rebecca costumes...

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We were in the dark about film set lighting, so we had the bright idea to track down a Practical Electrician, aka a Prac Spark, aka Danny Fealey, to illuminate us.

Danny joins us fresh from the set of 'Deadpool 3' to shed some light on watt those bright Sparks get up to...

What's the difference between a Spark, a Gaffer and a Rigger?

How much of it is real, and how much of it is fake?

Do they still work on films that are set before electricity existed?

Also this week, there's a triple helping of your Crew Confessions, a questionable Keir Starmer impression, and some exciting 'Severance' news!

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The OPENING CREDITS® podcast takes you behind-the-scenes of film & TV to explore the unseen world of filmmaking. Join Graphic Designers Stephen Nutley and Laura Whitehouse as they meet the creatives who bring your favourite movies and shows to life. Whether you’re a movie buff who wants to learn more about film production, or a casual fan who is curious to know what goes on behind the camera, this podcast is a new way for you to meet the crew who are hidden in the credits.

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In a special episode to round off Season 2, Stephen decides to spring a surprise pop quiz on Laura - or, as it's about the podcast, a pod quiz.

Play along to test your own knowledge of the previous episodes, and hear some of the best bits from our guests this season.

The podcast will return for Season 3 in the Spring, so make sure you're following on the socials to be the first to know when we're back!

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We're opening up another one of the big Art Department credits this week: the Art Director.

Ayden Millar chats with us about what the job involves, shares her advice to anyone who wants to follow in her footsteps, and speaks frankly about the importance of mental health in the film & TV industry.

Ayden will be joining us for a LIVE Q&A on Instagram very soon, so stick around to the end to hear how you can send your questions in, and make sure you're following on the socials!

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Tim Simpson is the Creative Director at Plunge Creations, who are best known for making those crazy costumes on 'The Masked Singer' (UK).

Settle in for a bit of workshop ASMR as Tim takes Stephen on a tour of Plunge to meet some of the crew and see how the costumes are brought to life.

Tim then joins us to share some of the secrets of the show, and tells us about the other weird and wonderful things that he and his team are asked to make.

Head over to our socials to see a video tour of the workshop as well!

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Laura has returned from her first credits-digging expedition having successfully found the Graphic Artist for 'Hello Tomorrow!'

Max joins us from Austin, Texas, to not only tell us about creating the retro-futuristic world of Apple TV's sci-fi series, but also how he worked on HBO's 'Succession' and designed the famous logo for Logan Roy's company, Waystar Royco.

Make sure to follow us on the socials to see some of Max's designs!

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The podcast heads to Scotland this week to meet Glaswegian scenic painter and prop maker, Gary Loughran.

In this episode, Gary tells us why he loves making stuff look like other stuff for the big screen, using paint to turn rubber into wood, foam into marble, and polystyrene into stone.

Hear how Gary has brought props and sets to life on 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves', 'Outlander,' and the cancelled 'Batgirl' movie.

Meanwhile, Laura gives an update on her first 'Laura Goes Digging' expedition, and debuts the (annoyingly catchy) jingle she's made for it.

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This week, we meet the head of the Art Department; the Production Designer.

And WHAT a Production Designer we have for you. Tom Bowyer is a hugely experienced, award-winning designer, with over 34 credits including 'Misfits,' 'Harlots' and 'The Capture.'

In this episode, Tom breaks down how an Art Department works, talks through his creative process, and answers some of your questions, giving his honest and practical advice to anyone looking to get into the film and television industry.

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Natasha and Jack Carty are a creative power couple from Brisbane, Australia. Not only are they both graphic designers, but Natasha is also a talented illustrator and Jack is a successful singer/songwriter.

In this episode, Stephen and Laura chat to our first Aussie guests about their work in the film industry, and also their creative endeavours outside of it, as Tash and Jack are now combining their talents to create a new series of children’s books.

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'Time to Rest' children's book:

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