Podcast
HACK MOJO
Hosted by Darren McStay · EN
This podcast is all about performance. Performance as the result of how we live, think, move, breathe, and speak.
Actor, filmmaker, and performance coach Darren McStay interviews top performers and practitioners from the worlds of creative arts, science, sport, business, and communication to unlock the secrets to living your best life.
We’ll hear from people at every stage of their journey, sharing real stories and practical insights so we can all learn to gain, train, and maintain our inner flame.
Welcome to Hack Mojo.
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A Fine Musical Spanking With Will (From The Albert) Moore
Dec 2857:07:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Darren sits down with long-time friend and legendary Brighton music promoter Will Moore, the man behind 25 years of live music at the Prince Albert, a grassroots venue that launched countless bands and helped shape the UK live scene. Will shares the rarely-heard reality of running a venue, dealing with agents, keeping bands happy, handling egos, spotting red flags, and staying afloat in a constantly changing industry. From Fatboy Slim showing up for a secret gig to booking The White Stripes, Amy Winehouse and The Strokes before they blew up, Will’s stories reveal the heart, chaos and humour of grassroots music. This conversation digs into the strange joy of doing one thing for 25 years and still loving it. A funny, honest and surprisingly inspiring look into the life of a man who kept a music scene alive, one gig at a time.
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Comedy, Tragedy and the Human Condition with Alistair Logan
Dec 1101:10:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Darren sits down with actor, writer, director and language educator Alistair Logan for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, identity and the strange beauty of living between cultures. Alistair shares his journey from Canada to England to Finland, reflecting on childhood, creativity, spirituality, tragedy, cultural clashes and the personal contradictions that shape an artist’s voice. They explore what it means to write authentically, how comedy and tragedy intertwine, why Finnish humility can confuse foreigners, and why creative work is both a calling and a burden. This episode dives into writing, philosophy, belonging, pain, pride, emotional openness and the strange motivations that push us to keep creating. A reflective, honest, and quietly powerful conversation. Alistair's Book series: https://oppiminen.otava.fi/oppimateriaalit/luokat-1-6/skylight/ https://laromedel.sets.fi/arskurs-7-9/engelska/far-and-beyond/ Get more from Darren: https://improveyourvoice.com
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Shoot For The Moon & Stay Tenacious With André Noël Chaker
Nov 2601:23:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Hack Mojo, Darren sits down with André Noël Chaker, author, lawyer, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, musician and one of Finland’s most respected communicators. From his turbulent childhood in Montreal to becoming a leading voice in Finnish leadership and rhetoric, André shares the real story behind his positivity, resilience and what Darren calls his “unfuckwithable energy.” They explore how formative adversity shaped his drive, why gratitude and movement fuel his mindset, the truth about Nordic culture and depression, the communication strengths of Finland, and the role of courage as a daily practice. André also reveals the origins of Rhetorich, his AI powered platform designed to transform human communication at scale. This conversation looks at human performance, courage, communication, culture, community and the spark that keeps our inner flame burning. Take a look at André's links below. https://myspeaker.fi/en/myspeaker-rhetorich/ https://www.amazon.com/Finnish-Miracle-Andr%C3%A9-No%C3%ABl-Chaker-ebook/dp/B00HOBNTVA
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Positivity, Performance, and Finding Your Voice with Rebecca Ward
Nov 1001:16:45Tap to summarizeIn this first episode of Hack Mojo, Darren speaks with actor, voiceover artist, and public speaking coach Rebecca Ward. Together they explore the power of positivity, resilience, and creative flow, from navigating rejection in the arts to rediscovering passion through movement, mindfulness, and self-expression. Rebecca shares her insights on mental fitness, therapy, performance preparation, and how acting tools can help anyone show up more confidently in life and work. Learn to speak with Clarity, Confidence & Ease. Learn more about Rebecca, check out her workshops and upcoming theatre production below. Rebecca's website Action Workshops Snow Queen theatre show
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