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With Miska

Miska Kajanus

Actor and comedian Miska Kajanus talks with inspiring people who work in the entertainment industry. He finds out how they made it. Or how far they made it.

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#68
July 3 · 1 hr 14 min
Episode 68 - Tomi Tajakka / Remmel Returns (from Steve 'n' Seagulls)
Tomi Tajakka / Remmel! I interviewed Tomi/Remmel last time almost ten years ago. He has been doing very well. His band Steve 'n' Seagulls is doing great, and they have been touring the world for years. Tomi’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/deCh4IM44Dk?si=NuUEMkwtF4L_ai5V I wanted to catch up with Tomi, and I wanted to ask him about his newly released solo album Little Western Songs From The North by Remmel & Rattlesnakes. Tomi also shares about touring with Steve 'n' Seagulls, and much more. I have known Tomi for almost 40 years, since we both are from the same small town in Finland, Iisalmi. What a wonderful and sweet talk this is. Life goes on, and we keep on grinding. An excellent talk! Tomi's links: Remmel & Rattlesnakes SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/artist/3U2pN239lrjVgzFQruIVz2?si=0_e_YPU4SsWnjJIj3ts0OQ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remmelandrattlesnakes/ YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@RemmelAndRattlesnakes Steve 'n' Seagulls SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/artist/77A9XsX4SDJlhB23yyUwQt?si=wkbdIzUhSxO0BgtL5qdU6g INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/stevenseagullsband/ YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/@steveseagulls?si=0xaeoJDEqqYxK0pk Enjoy! Or buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/
#67
May 1 · 20 min
Episode 67 - Sara Dolores
Sara Dolores! In this wonderful quick episode that we recorded in my car, Finnish-American singer-songwriter Sara Dolores tells about her life, and how she's making it happen in Los Angeles. Sara’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/RwqcxqI7m78 Sara's background is very interesting, since she was born in the US, but raised in Finland. Now she's been back in LA for some years, and she's creating an artist life for herself. We go deep into her musical style, independent artist life, social media, and she also gives me advice on how it's important for an artist to have a clear identity online. And we talk about much more! A great talk! This podcast is supported by Finlandia Foundation National. Sara's links: SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/artist/3atvHy6TZeOFjrKRAGBsko?si=rXKn3z4nTk61sx8tSz6HUA INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mssaradolores/ Enjoy! Or buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/
#66
April 11 · 42 min
Episode 66 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update February 17th, 2026
A Quick solo episode! February 17th, 2026 update from LA. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/bl_eYSCHvI8 In this walking-in-the-rain episode from Los Angeles, I talk about: -Trying to book 10 gigs in Finland for July -DoorDash reality vs. financial goals -Snow plans at Mount Baldy and more! Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Our Thanksgiving Song with Selma Seppänen: https://youtube.com/shorts/bO5oIg9u4dQ?feature=share Our Beer Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/TP-wKgmbSos?feature=share Other links: https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/highvoltaine/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/?hl=en https://finlandiafoundation.org/ Enjoy!
#65
March 21 · 46 min
Episode 65 - Steve Solkela
Steve Solkela! In this raw 3am late night discussion Minnesota musician, comedian, accordionist, unicyclist and opera creator Steve Solkela opens up about his life and shares his thoughts on artist life, God, making it happen and working hard. Steve’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/SGQwTYmCY4s Steve is also a member of our Hauliwood Dreams band! An intense talk! This podcast is supported by Finlandia Foundation National. Steve's links: https://www.youtube.com/c/stevesolkela https://www.facebook.com/SteveSolkela/ https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/ https://www.tiktok.com/@stevesolkela https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ezC9l9RWL3HUoJwmFLt2x?si=Pp4ltfMGTDmq0L6m5KvXIA Hauliwood Dreams YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC763f6KqZSj6nktRdWPtHxw https://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/ https://www.hauliwood.com/ https://finlandiafoundation.org/ Or buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Enjoy!
#64
March 2 · 14 min
Episode 64 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update February 11th, 2026
A Quick solo episode! February 11th, 2026 update from LA. Just got back from Minnesota with our Hauliwood Dreams band. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/CBjvCANeWvg In this episode I break down: -What it really costs to live as an artist in Los Angeles -Why some shows make financial sense and others don’t -The math behind ticket sales -Merch strategy -Expanding beyond the Finnish-American niche audience And our tour in Finland this July. Grateful for Minnesota. Grateful for everyone who hosted us. Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ --- https://www.instagram.com/stevesolkela/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/highvoltaine/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/?hl=en Enjoy!
#63
February 28 · 7 min
Episode 63 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update December 8th, 2025
A Quick solo episode! December 8th, 2025 update from LA. Quick update from LA after a busy trip to Seattle. Performed, taught, worked… and dealt with some car issues once I got back. Also preparing for shows in Finland and Estonia in early January. Thanks to everyone in Seattle for the warm welcome. https://www.finlandiafoundationseattle.com/ https://highlinemuseum.org/ https://finlandiafoundation.org/ This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/aMq_SUAxc-M Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Enjoy!
#62
February 27 · 16 min
Episode 62 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update November 17th, 2025
A Quick solo episode! November 17th, 2025 update from LA. Rainy Monday walk update from Los Angeles. Talking about January travel to Finland, possible shows in Helsinki + Estonia, my one-man comedic monologue My Immigrant Story, podcast guests, YouTube growth and more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/Df1QT4qI5_c Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Links: Ross Cameron https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Finlandia Foundation National https://finlandiafoundation.org/ Enjoy!
#61
February 19 · 17 min
Episode 61 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update November 10th, 2025
A Quick solo episode! November 10th, 2025 update from LA. Straight from my walk! In this one I talk about planning My Immigrant Story comedy monologue tour in Finland & Estonia (January and July 2026) and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/NqGdo8E-NG8 Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Links: Joonas Makkonen https://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=en Mikko Kierikki https://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=en Ross Cameron https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Finlandia Foundation National https://finlandiafoundation.org/ Enjoy!
#60
February 15 · 9 min
Episode 60 - Solo Episode - A Quick Los Angeles Update November 3rd, 2025
A quick solo episode! November 3rd, 2025 update from LA. A self-tape, some trading, thoughts on projects, time, and living in Los Angeles. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes and More: https://youtu.be/-t94RtcO7fg Buy my shirt if you want to be cool: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Links: Joonas Makkonen https://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=en Mikko Kierikki https://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=en Ross Cameron https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Enjoy!
#59
February 4 · 6 min
Episode 59 - Solo Episode - Quick Los Angeles Update October 27th, 2025
Quick solo episode! October 27th, 2025 update from LA. PopMix Movie, doing self-tapes, early mornings, no big news. Maybe shows in Finland next year. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/J3H_05RFgcc Buy my shirt: https://with-miska.myspreadshop.com/ Links: Joonas Makkonen https://www.instagram.com/itsmejoonasm/?hl=en Mikko Kierikki https://www.instagram.com/kierikki/?hl=en Finlandia Foundation National https://finlandiafoundation.org/ Enjoy!
#57
Dec 31, 2025 · 19 min
Episode 57 - Ida Metsberg
Ida Metsberg! This is a quick one. About 20 minutes. We talk in my car as we are driving to Venice Beach, California, to play on Venice Boardwalk. Ida’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/UU1YEeP3bGc?si=BSb6QikAhVnbRpHt Ida is a Finnish Singer-Songwriter living in New York. She has been in the US for 13 years, and she’s making it happen. We talk about how Ida ended to the US, and also how she got her visa. She gives wonderful advice on getting a visa as an independent artist. She shares her experiences being an artist in New York, and how she is able to make everything work. And she talks about her career goal playing only her own music to audiences. Ida was also chosen to be Performer of the Year for Finlandia Foundation National in 2023. I had the same title in 2024. Ida’s California Tour is supported by Finlandia Foundation National. As is this podcast episode. Ida is also available to do living room shows, anywhere near you! A wonderful talk! Ida’s links: https://idaofficial.com/ https://finlandiafoundation.org/ https://www.instagram.com/idametsberg/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WoTUlxYdH5qCfeXXGGceg https://youtube.com/@idametsberg7145?si=ZDohtK4uiBM93VbP Enjoy!
#58
Oct 11, 2025 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 58 - Mike Cuenca
Mike Cuenca! Mike Cuenca is a wonderful truly indie director, and he returns to the podcast. He's the first returning guest! A great talk about filmmaking, culture, Los Angeles, and of course Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki! Mike Cuenca’s With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/ZZqFu_7c5NY Mike has 4 movies opening right now this October 2025! BOYS ABOUT TOWN is a four-part film series shot in real time (2018–2025), following wannabe mods, heartbreak, friendship, and the chaos of growing up obsessed with music and romance. Funny, raw, and unapologetically black-and-white. WORLD PREMIERE SCREENINGS at THE VIRGIL, Los Angeles Night One – Oct 12: Films 1 & 2 + live music by Supersonic LA (Oasis tribute) Night Two – Oct 19: Films 3 & 4 + soundtrack performed live by Press Darlings Plus giveaways courtesy of Amoeba Music, Videotheque, and Lemon Frog Vintage, with DJs spinning powerpop, britpop, and mod revival all night. TICKETS: https://mikecuenca.net/boys-about-town-premiere/ BOYS ABOUT TOWN Trailer: https://youtu.be/Um2nXObM_p4?si=Wfr3gbOdBv7_G5CQ https://www.youtube.com/user/blvdducinema https://www.instagram.com/boysabouttown/ https://www.instagram.com/blvdducinema/ https://www.instagram.com/mikecuenca_/ Enjoy!
#56
Aug 20, 2025 · 57 min
Episode 56 - Going Through Every AC/DC Album (Solo, From Memory!) - August 10th, 2025
Solo episode! I go through EVERY AC/DC album from memory — no notes, no Wikipedia — just my thoughts, mistakes, and memories as a lifelong fan. From High Voltage to Power Up, this one’s all about AC/DC. This episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/ghrKxs1u22A Enjoy!
#55
Aug 16, 2025 · 23 min
Episode 55 - Solo Episode - August 8th, 2025
Solo episode! As I'm driving from Los Angeles to a Finnish Campground in Central Valley region of California I talk about my visit to Finland, my folk band Hilavitkutin, coffee, and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/n8NXP5cypws Links: Full Concert of Finnish Folk Band HILAVITKUTIN at Restaurant Kerubi, Joensuu, Finland. June 16, 2025 https://youtu.be/WsAa8wUK090?feature=shared Enjoy! #finland #finnish #usa #america #losangeles #car #podcast #podcasts #solo #hollywood #indiefilm #folkmusic #actor #musician
#54
Jul 4, 2025 · 27 min
Episode 54 - Solo Episode - June 26th, 2025
Solo episode! As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about a Finnish singer-songwriter Anniina, who lives in the US. I also chat about making it, Miami, auditions, my upcoming trip to Finland, daytrading, and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/R_fErtaAEIE Links: Anniina https://www.instagram.com/anniinabe/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/7zurpKoTEgb5wQv6vZjR2V?si=Ovpa_4vFTIepmJ5f5MLK1A Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Steve Solkela https://www.youtube.com/c/stevesolkela LA Finnish Center / Suomi-Kerho https://www.instagram.com/suomikerhola/ Sara Dolores https://www.instagram.com/mssaradolores/ Enjoy!
Jun 30, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Episode 53 - TEURiS (in Finnish)
TEURiS! This episode is in Finnish. TEURiS is a Finnish stand-up comedian who's been working for years. He also produces many shows in Finland. TEURiS’ With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/DfV8LsteN9Y I have known TEURiS for a long time, and always admired his excellent writing skills. His jokes are very economical. Basically there are no extra words in his jokes. Which is something I'm really trying to work on to better myself. TEURiS has created an unique 40-minute stand-up comedy special TEURiS Ex Machina, which incorporates scripted movie-style story intertwined with his live stand-up show. TEURiS Ex Machina will be released soon. You will be able to soon find the screening dates on TEURiS' website and social media channels: www.teuris.com We talk about joke writing, working as a stand-up comedian, producing shows, Finnish stand-up scene, and much more! TEURiS also gives some tips to comedians from a producer's point of view. TEURiS' links: TEURiS Ex Machina Trailer https://youtu.be/brlgDxps0rc?si=WQSuydjvHzlyieRV www.teuris.com https://www.instagram.com/teurajaervi/ https://www.facebook.com/teurajaervi/ https://www.youtube.com/@teurajaervi Enjoy!
S1 · E52
Jun 12, 2025 · 45 min
Episode 52 - Solo Episode - June 9th, 2025
Solo episode! As I'm driving in Los Angeles I talk about daytrading, my solo show in Arizona, self-tape auditions, and much more! This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/M6WUMwRmFQQ?si=2XwdMijUUUXz77ZY Links: Jaakko Manninen https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/ Our Band Hauliwood Dreams https://www.instagram.com/hauliwood_dreams/ Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Dr. Self Tapes https://www.drselftapes.com Enjoy!
#51
Mar 12, 2025 · 31 min
Episode 51 - Solo Episode - March 10th, 2025
Solo episode! I talk about daytrading, our upcoming Hauliwood Dreams Minnesota/Wisconsin tour, Finnish band Raptori, Hollywood Improv, and more. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/7W9a-tuRaeo Links: Jaakko Manninen ‪ https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/ Hauliwood Dreams Minnesota/Wisconsin tour https://www.facebook.com/steven.solkela/posts/pfbid03v3AiAiBUWWUyMGPbCihc3n2U5wZfG6w8TM9rhsuKCcZbWukdsRHfJu7sxZKxfJpl Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://www.youtube.com/@DaytradeWarrior Enjoy!
#50
Feb 25, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
Episode 50 - Marco Chiavetta
Marco Chiavetta! Marco is an Italian sound designer, composer and musician living in LA. I have known him for over a year, and we finally get to sit down and have a long talk! Marco's With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes: https://youtu.be/uXUf368jhJw?si=Rc-du-2ZQPQyTwjT Marco works widely in the field of music and sound. We talk about his early influences, including Blink-182 and Guns N’ Roses. And of course we discuss about Italian food, and Marco shares his thoughts on how to cook vegan! We also hear Marco's music! An excellent talk! Links: www.marcochiavetta.net IG: www.instagram.com/02x_official/ Enjoy!
#49
Jan 21, 2025 · 38 min
Episode 49 - Solo Episode - January 13th, 2025
Solo episode! I talk about Los Angeles fires, day trading, new upcoming music video shoot, and more. Also some freestyling in English and Finnish, ASMR and Shakespeare. This With Miska episode can also be found on YouTube channel With Miska Podcast Episodes. https://youtu.be/90EccDtQQdc Links: Jaakko Manninen https://www.instagram.com/beatsandstylesmusic/ My Hollywood Improv Feb 26th Show https://improv.com/hollywood/event/miska+kajanus%3A+%22my+immigrant+story%22/14105473/ Ross Cameron - Warrior Trading https://youtube.com/@daytradewarrior?si=i_-sKhi9vHYaxPzb Red Hot Chili Peppers: Under The Bridge (Music Video) https://youtu.be/GLvohMXgcBo?si=RJ-KJIS0EkAS_dVs CMX: Pirunmaitoa https://open.spotify.com/track/3xIIHWKOhehNqbV3QHDi2e?si=2b8aa9b73660409e All the world’s a stage monologue: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_world%27s_a_stage William Shakespeare: As You Like It https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/As_You_Like_It Led Zeppelin: Stairway to Heaven https://open.spotify.com/track/5CQ30WqJwcep0pYcV4AMNc?si=b698c8602a8f4e2c ISMO's and mine Hawaii show Jan 23rd https://www.bluenotejazz.com/hawaii/shows/?eid=13593094 Enjoy!

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