#20. Quinntessential Questions with Kaiden Quinn: Punches, Scripts & Dream - A Father & Son's Journey
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In this captivating episode, Paul Quinn sit downs with Kaiden Quinn, his son, as they share about their extraordinary journey, beginning with Kaiden's childhood in Singapore, exploring new opportunities in America, and eventually returning home. We delve into the formative experiences that shaped his path, including high school adventures, a burgeoning passion for acting, and a creative career in filmmaking.
The discussion touches on Kaiden's early foray into sports and fitness, the discipline instilled through boxing, and the stories behind their creative pursuits, including directing and upcoming film projects. Alongside these personal milestones, we explore the challenges of balancing academic ambitions with life goals, heartfelt reflections on father-and-son moments, and the inspiration behind starting this very podcast.
Brimming with honest reflections and valuable insights, this episode offers a unique perspective on navigating life’s twists and turns, embracing creativity, and nurturing meaningful relationships. A conversation not to be missed!
Guest Bio
Kaiden Quinn is a graduate of the School of the Arts Singapore (SOTA), where he honed his skills as an aspiring filmmaker, actor, and former Singapore National Team boxer. With a strong foundation in multimedia production, performance arts, and sports, Kaiden brings a unique blend of creativity, technical expertise, and discipline to every project. He has directed, filmed, and edited over 20 episodes for The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, showcasing industry expert interviews with engaging visuals and sound. Kaiden has also written and directed short films like "Sour Sticks," which premiered at SOTA’s Take 1 Film Showcase in 2024, and "The Loneliest Sport," which was featured at the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival in 2023.
Minutes
00:00) Intro
(03:20) Growing Up In Singapore
(04:40) Moving To The US
(08:50) Memories Of Westport
(19:30) Transiting Back To Singapore
(22:50) Entering High School & Foray Into Acting
(34:17) Starting In Sports & Fitness
(41:09) Boxing Journey
(59:56) Reflecting on Final Exams
(1:03:30) Adventures In America
(1:16:50) Film-making & Directing
(1:20:40) Upcoming Productions
(1:26:20) Father & Son Reflections
(1:38:00) Starting The Podcast
(1:45:00) Types of Movie To Make
(1:47:50) Insights on Familial RelationshipsBehind-The-Scenes
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