Creative Creatures Podcast

In this episode of Creative Creatures, Key Telfer-Williams sits down at the Creative Creatures studio with longtime friend Clint Ellis — lead guitarist of The Getaway Plan and former guitarist of The Amity Affliction to talk about growing up together through Melbourne’s music scene.From local band rooms and early gigs alongside Key’s late brother Caz, to the rise of The Getaway Plan, touring internationally with The Amity Affliction, and eventually building a career composing music for film, trailers, and video games, Clint’s story is one of constant evolution.This isn’t a standard music interview. It’s a candid conversation about creativity, friendship, pressure, grief, reinvention, and what happens when the dream career you chased as a teenager becomes reality.The episode also reflects on the passing of Key’s late brother Caz, who was deeply connected to those early music years, friendships, and formative moments that helped shape an entire generation of Melbourne musicians.Clint’s earliest bands and Melbourne music scene memoriesThe formation and rise of The Getaway PlanLife as lead guitarist in one of Australia’s most influential alternative bandsJoining The Amity Affliction during one of the band’s biggest erasTouring, success, and the realities of the music industryBurnout, identity shifts, and navigating life after major bandsTransitioning into composing for film, trailers, and video gamesGrowing older while still chasing creative fulfilmentLoss, perspective, and the lasting impact of old friendshipsThe strange experience of watching your friends become successful artists in real time

Lindsay McDougall - aka The Doctor - guitarist of Aussie punk institution Frenzal Rhomb joins Key for a sharp, funny and surprisingly thoughtful chat about surviving three decades in a band that was never meant to be this organised. We get into the bizarre science-textbook origin of the name Frenzal Rhomb, how the band has stayed tight for 30+ years, and why enjoying each other’s company has mattered more than chasing industry approval. Lindsay opens up about songwriting, running workshops with young musicians, and why creativity rarely shows up the way you expect it to. There’s also classic Frenzal energy - harbour cruise gigs, chaos at sea, and stories that prove punk rock is still very much alive.

360 - Matt Colwell From the early days of Aussie hip hop to festival-level fame, this is the unfiltered story of 360. 360 (Matt Colwell) talks to Key about the beginnings - From starting in a rock band to breaking through with Festival Song, rising alongside his best mate Pez, and riding the wave of huge tours, parties, attention and expectation. On the outside it looked like success. Behind the scenes, it was chaos. Addiction, burnout and self-destruction quietly took hold until everything eventually collapsed. In this episode, 360 opens up about hitting rock bottom, going to rehab, and the unexpected path that followed — faith, church, and rebuilding his life from the ground up. We talk honestly about the personal shift that saw him go from writing Boys Like You - a song built around casual sex and excess - to choosing no sex at all until marriage. Matt also addresses the long-rumoured Triple J fallout. He shares his perspective on being effectively blacklisted, how his views sharpened after the COVID era, and why he believes the station isn’t about the music anymore — plus what that’s meant for his career and creative freedom. This is a raw, reflective conversation about fame, identity, addiction, belief, and what happens when the party ends - and you’re left to work out who you actually are.

Liam from Playlunch pulls back the curtain on one of the wildest bands in Australia. We talk writing & filming for Keith, Station Rat, The Boys, touring, Barry Hall, Like A Version, and how they stormed the 2025 charts and it was all kinda by accident. They're creative, they're loveable, a little unhinged, they're Playlunch.

I flew all the way to Texas to find out what really happened to pop-punk — from the guy who lived it. Jaret Reddick isn’t just the frontman of Bowling for Soup — he’s also the voice of Phineas Flynn, Chuck E. Cheese, Jimmy Neutron and the man behind 1985 and Girl All the Bad Guys Want. We went deep on how a small-town Texas band blew up worldwide, what it’s like writing for Jimmy Neutron and Phineas & Ferb, and the truth about surviving the 2000s pop-punk wave.

Live on stage with American Pie (Kevin Myers) & Rookie of the Year legend Thomas Ian Nicholas — Filmed at Laundry Bar, Melbourne (July 2025), this live podcast covers everything from the internet rumours swirling around American Pie 5: The Funeral to what really went down on the set of all four original films. Is the OG cast coming back? Is the script real? Thomas breaks it all down. Plus: – Behind-the-scenes moments from the American Pie franchise – The Blink-182 soundtrack that changed everything – Touring, child stardom, and navigating fame from the late ‘90s to now Subscribe for more live shows, exclusive film deep dives, and real talk with iconic creatives.

Tom Morris has been at the centre of Australian sports media — from breaking some of the biggest AFL stories to finding himself in the headlines. In this episode, we go deep on the art of sports journalism, building credibility, choosing your words carefully, and what it’s really like working inside the AFL media machine. From early days at SEN and Fox Footy, to being stood down in 2022, and making a major return with Channel 9 — Tom opens up about the pressure, the missteps, and the comeback. We also unpack current AFL controversies, the politics of commentary, Kane Cornes’ media presence, and why getting 9/10 things right might still make you look like a fool.

Thomas Ian Nicholas (American Pie, Rookie of the Year) joins Creative Creatures & Industry Leaders for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation about Hollywood, cancel culture, and the reality of working in entertainment today. We dive into the Blake Lively controversy, industry shifts, and what happens behind the scenes in film, TV, and media. He shares insights on how the entertainment landscape is changing, the power of content creation, and the strategies that still work in branding, marketing, and storytelling. Creative Creatures & Industry Leaders is a podcast about media, content creation, and industry success—exploring untold stories from Hollywood, music, radio, and beyond. Subscribe for more exclusive interviews and insider knowledge.

Key sits down with long-time friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Mel Yu, founder of MCO Events. From heartbreak and personal loss to building one of Melbourne’s most recognised event brands, Mel opens up about how she turned adversity into ambition — creating experiences that connect, empower, and inspire. We dive deep into: • The story behind MCO Events and her rise as a leading voice in events and branding • The constant demand of staying present and real on social media • How Mel is approaching AI and its role in the future of marketing • Building a personal brand that aligns with purpose • A friendship over 10 years strong — and the collaborations between MCO Events and Duck Soup Creative Whether you’re a marketer, content creator, entrepreneur or just love a good origin story — this one’s for you.

Ryan Warren, anchor of Triple M’s The Rush Hour, gives an inside look at AFL media, radio, and the behind-the-scenes world of live sports broadcasting. He shares what it’s like working with James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless, how game-day broadcasts are produced at Triple M, and his best advice for anyone looking to break into radio or sports media. Topics Covered: • AFL media secrets and behind-the-scenes radio stories • Working with James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless at Triple M • How radio, podcasts, and content creation are evolving • Advice for aspiring presenters looking to break into the industry • Producing AFL game-day broadcasts and what goes into live sports coverage Creative Creatures & Industry Leaders explores media, production, and content creation with top voices in radio, film, and entertainment.

Dive into digital design and AI in our first Creative Creatures Podcast episode with host Key Telfer-Williams and guest Selby Staynor. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone keen on boosting their brand, blending creativity with technology. Selby, an art director and AI aficionado, unpacks how digital tools can amplify your marketing. Perfect for those looking to enhance their skills or gain marketing insights.