Welcome to How Did You Do It? – the podcast where I sit down with my friends and dive into the stories behind their biggest achievements. From groundbreaking projects to personal milestones, we’ll uncover the journey, the struggle, and the secrets to their success.
Each episode, I’ll be chatting with someone who’s made waves in their world, and together, we’ll break down exactly how they did it. No fluff, no shortcuts – just real talk about the passion, the hustle, and the drive it takes to get to the top.
So whether you’re looking for inspiration or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this is the place to be. Grab your headphones, get comfortable, and let’s figure out How Did You Do It?!
Musician Tom Rowley discusses his versatile career in Sheffield's music scene, from his early days in Milburn to touring with Arctic Monkeys, in an interview about musicianship and crafting a unique sound.
28 Jul 2025
Episode 4, Season 1 – Gary Scaife / Oliver Brian Productions
Director of Photography Gary Scaife discusses his journey of founding Oliver Brian Productions, detailing the hustle, patience, and persistence required to build a successful production company in an interview.
6 Jun 2025
Jamie Shields/MNKN
Jamie Shields, composer and producer MNKN, discusses breaking into the sync business and balancing creativity with commerce in an interview with the host.
18 Apr 2025
Joe Carnall - Good Cop Bad Cop - Welcome To The Marble Zone
Welcome back to How Did You Do It — Season 1, Episode 2. The podcast where we get into the minds of the artists, producers, and creatives shaping the sound of now.
In this episode, I sat down with someone who's been steadily building a world of his own—Good Cop Bad Cop, also known as Joe Carnall.
His debut album, Welcome to the Marble Zone, isn’t just a collection of tracks—it’s a full-on experience. A sonic universe where ambient textures crash into raw drums, where nostalgia meets distortion, and where duality—both emotional and musical—is the name of the game.
We talked about everything—from the roots of the project, to building a concept album in the age of playlists, and what it takes to be vulnerable in your work without losing your edge, we went deep into the process too—sampling, sound design, the chaos of creation, and what it really means to balance the “good cop” and “bad cop” sides of yourself when you’re making something real.
It’s a special one. So lock in, turn the volume up, and let’s find out…
How Did You Do It?
26 Mar 2025
Toddla T - Being Poor Is Expensive
Welcome to the very first episode of How Did You Do It?! Season 1 – the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of the creatives shaping the sounds of today. In this episode, we’ve got a real treat for you. I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Toddla T! If you’re a fan of groundbreaking music, you’ve probably heard his name – from his genius production on Bashy’s MOBO-winning album to his incredible work on the first album after a 15-year hiatus, Being Poor is Expensive.
We talked all things music production, sampling, techniques, and how the energy in the room can make or break a track. And of course, we dug into his approach and execution as the executive producer behind one of the most celebrated projects of the year. You’re not going to want to miss this conversation!
So sit back, turn up the volume, and let’s find out How Did You Do It?!
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