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Feb 2018
1h 30m

Creative Control

Matt D'avella
About this episode

Joel P West is a musician & composer. He’s scored indie film’s like Short Term 12 & Band of Robbers. He also composed music for an episode of Chef's Table & The Glass Castle.

In our conversation we talk about believing in your abilities & gaining confidence, enjoying the process of creating & when to say yes to projects.

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