the side project.

Illustrator Hephee is welcomed into HeadStuff HQ for episode 7 of the side project podcast. He talks about his drawing style, what people like to like, and his next Peachy gallery show. And, with Caomhán away, Sam loses the run of himself with puns as he pitches a series of pun-based side projects. Including one about owls, one about dog portraits, and one about a dating app for artists. Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org Creds: Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán  Connolly Guest: Stephen Heffernan

On episode 6 of the side project podcast, Megan Campbell from Smuggler London joins the boys. She discusses the need for talent management in the creative world, working with the Russo brothers, and the importance of knowing your worth. In Smack My Pitch Up, the lads go a bit dark, and pitch Megan ideas on how to mourn the death of a good idea, a witty way to write obituaries, and a unique way to extend the life of aging creatives.  Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org  Creds: Produced & edited by Ciara WalshMusic by Tim O'DonoghueHosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán ConnollyGuest: Megan Campbell

In episode five of the podcast, the lads are joined by graphic designer, Grace Enemaku, who has her own clothing line, enemaku. The trio discuss learning new skills via your side project, and deep dive into their own changing fashion choices. Including the exact definition of streetwear, and exactly what is a “French Tuck”? Sam also pitches a new fashion brand for the aging hipster, and the guys discover a hilarious side project that writes perfume ads for €500 a pop.  Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org Creds: Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán Connolly Guest: Grace Enemaku

In episode four of the podcast, Cao and Sam are joined by writer, actor, playwright and comedian, Peter McGann. Peter tells the boys how he juggles his side projects, how he picks collaborators and how he discovered the infamous, Liam Nugent. The lads pitch Peter a new tagline, and ask his advice on some playwriting of their own. Including a boozy modern take on a GB Shaw classic, a new way to view the Nighlink, and a play about the aftermath of a RomCom.  Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org Creds: Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán  Connolly Guest: Peter McGann

In the third installment of the side project podcast, Sam and Caomhán are joined by Denis Kilty. A sound engineer with a penchant for Irish historical gin. He talks about the conception of James Joyce Gin, his brief stint managing a girlband, and how he chooses the right collaborators. In Smack My Pitch Up, Sam pitches new ways to survive a hangover, and all day gin drinking. Denis also helps the lads out as they discuss a brand new direction for the side project.   Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org   Creds:   Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán  Connolly Guest: Denis Kilty 

In episode two, the two boys are joined by Julie Blakeney - the creator of the fun fitness event series, Fearless Moves. She talks about her sweet Instagame, working out to Maniac 2000 and pestering family members for favours.  Sam pitches the future of Saturday night protein consumption which Caomhán “hates”. But they do agree on their fondness for a passion project to bring back letter writing. Plus, Julie helps the guys figure out tactics for getting people to their future events.    Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org   Creds:   Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán Connolly Guest: Julie Blakeney

Episode One – Dave Coffey/Phoning it in In the lads' first outing in the HeadStuff studio, they're joined by Dave Coffey. The creator of Dan & Becs, Sarah & Steve, and the hilarious podcast, Phoning it in.  Dave talks about the wrestling sitcom that was devastatingly shelved, his cliched meetings with L.A execs, plus how he stays motivated to record a weekly podcast. Sam pitches some ideas for shows, which includes a new take on the Rose of Tralee. Caomhán finds a project that’s all about bad ideas. And the guys bring it home with a discussion on how to get people to your events, and get the word out there. Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org Creds: Produced & edited by Ciara Walsh Music by Tim O'Donoghue Hosted by Sam Moorhead & Caomhán Connolly Guest: Dave Coffey

Sam & Caomhán want everyone to have a side project. But they know it’s bloody tough. That's why they've created this podcast to help inspire and motivate everybody – plus themselves – to pursue their passion in their spare time. In each episode, the lads chat with side project aficionados, highlight deadly projects, pitch some questionable ideas, and give an insight into the hurdles they face with their own side projects. Find out more about the side project community @thesideprojectdublin or www.thesideproject.org