Conversations with productivity experts, authors, and creatives on how to implement productivity strategies in both your professional and personal life. The goal as you listen is to help you gain perspective, practical knowledge, and productivity insights for living a whole life that goes Beyond The To-Do List.
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How To Audition For A Musical Podcasts
Want to get better at your music auditions? You CAN transform the way you audition and The Confident Musicianing Podcast guides you through it. I’m Eleanor, and together we dive into concrete strategies for the before, during, and after of your audition process so that you can be better prepared and crush that performance! If you’re a music student ready to revolutionize your auditioning, let’s jump in. Tune in every Tuesday for another insight-filled episode; see you there!
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The Cheese Wheel Podcast is a weekly comedy show where we spin a wheel to determine our media obsessions. Join Jesse McAnally, Andrew DeWolf, and Liz Esten as they dive into whatever the wheel chooses next! Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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Learn the secrets of the music industry and how to build a lasting career!
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A podcast for musicians of all backgrounds to learn how to run your music career like a business! Whether you're a weekend warrior or a hired gun; whether you play cover songs or originals, Cover Band Confidential is your weekly source on how to make GOOD money playing music!
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Bringin' It Backwards: podcast – giving driven musicians the invaluable insight they need to succeed in the music industry, by revealing how legendary musicians achieved stardom.
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Join the Hike as we talk about musical concepts, including audiation, ear training, composition, theory, and much more!
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Hosted by BAST Training expect interviews and conversations to inspire and inform singing teachers and singers who want to teach. ABOUT BAST TRAINING We are here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills, understanding and qualifications required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill. Website: FB & IG @basttraining
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Two Dads and a Lewis join together to form the Triforce! Filled to the brim with dad chat, gaming rambles, life stories and the comedy sci-fi series: Bodega! Join the series either here or on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2wOqWHI
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The MindfulOpus podcast is where we switch from Grind to Kind in our artistic process – so that artists like you can avoid burnout, ditch performance anxiety, and create a thriving, healthy life - on and off stage. The podcast is hosted by Jo Zakany, violist with The Cleveland Orchestra, yoga teacher, and coach for classical musicians.
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The audition process can make or break a performer's progress. Join Broadway veteran Justin Guarini every week to hear what it takes to stand out from the competition, avoid common mistakes, and unlock the next level of your musical theater career. Have you ever walked out of an audition room and asked yourself: "I could've done so much better, why was that so terrible?" Justin has too, many times, more than he can remember. So, he started searching for a new way to nail auditions and book m ...
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Immerse yourself in the rich, dynamic world of 'Acting Smarter Now" with Lydia Nicole, your vibrant guide to mastering the business and craft of acting. With Lydia, a seasoned industry veteran of 40 years, you'll experience a journey of practical wisdom, brimming with empowerment, and street-wise common sense. Join Lydia Nicole as she transforms the mindset of actors and creatives, infusing confidence and cultivating fun while executing their craft. As a multifaceted creative—actor, stand-up ...
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PROCESSING THE PROCESS - Auditioning for College Musical Theatre Programs, A Parent’s Perspective
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Giving insight, from parent’s perspective, to the College Musical Theater Program Audition Process. Small group and one-on-one conversations sharing how we support our children through this exciting and involved process. Having been through it THREE times now with my sons (2014-15, 2018-19 and 2023-24), I know how overwhelming it can be. Hoping to help give you peace of mind and a sense of community. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook and Tick-Tock @processingtheprocessptp or message me with a ...
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Entertainers Worldwide Jobs is a new platform for performers and entertainers to find auditions, apply for jobs and other opportunities to get more work.We help singers get auditions and post the latest jobs for musicians on our dedicated entertainment jobs platform.
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A career in musical theatre is hard, no matter how wonderful your training is or how developed your skills are, because of the vulnerability it requires, the rejection you have to continually face, plus all the fierce competition at every audition, and the head-games and negative self-talk we get into with ourselves. The Mental Game of Musical Theatre is all about helping you persevere through the mental challenges that inevitably come up along the way, while you’re pursuing, building, and m ...
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Listen to actors, educators and writers Toussaint and Joetta for their weekly podcast of current events, life in the audition room, and moments of double consciousness. Questioning authority (and sometimes reality) or biting tongues, the duo reports their lives as performers and how they navigate their way as artists. Hailing from Minneapolis, MN (a city and state with some of the highest racial disparity in education and law enforcement), Double Consciousness also explores the W.E.B. DuBois ...
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The Learn Flute Podcast will give you tips and tricks on how to master playing the flute. You want to sound great as you learn, and Rebecca Fuller from LearnFluteOnline.com will show you how.
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Actor Aesthetic, hosted by NYC-based actress Maggie Bera, is a podcast designed to educate artists pursuing a career in the theatre industry.
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Crazy Smart Asia lifts the lid on the unexpected stories behind some of Asia’s boldest disruptors. Every week we talk with a young leader about the crazy-smart approaches they’re taking to achieve success and tackle some of the biggest issues facing Asia today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BiB: Madelline - How Flute, TikTok, and Dual Citizenship Sparked a Viral Pop Career
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35:10Ready for a dose of true backstage energy? In this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky welcomes rising pop powerhouse Madelline for a conversation packed with personal grit, creative breakthroughs, and the real story behind her genre-blending journey. From growing up in Connecticut surrounded by music and art, to boldly moving to Montrea…
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Behind the Scenes at KGFJ, LA's Historic Black Radio Station
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1:29:14Step inside the pulse of LA’s 1980s Black radio revolution! In this powerful episode of Acting Smarter Now, Lydia Nicole takes you back to the golden era of KGFJ/KUTE102 FM, where voices became legends and young dreamers laid the foundation for today’s entertainment industry. Lydia reunites with her former KGFJ teammates, Denise Smith, Jacqueline W…
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We're kicking off our Peter Pan month with a special guest! Tammy Tuckey joins us to discuss Steven Spielberg's divisive film Hooked. We discuss chaotic production, learn about the musical that almost was, and Tammy tells us why she loves the movie so much more than Spielberg himself. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podca…
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Episode 402: Another Band Jacked Your Concept — Cry About It or Crush Them?
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35:22In this episode, Adam and Dan dig into a message from Dustin — a musician in an emo/pop punk cover band who’s hitting some walls trying to get traction in the Pacific Northwest. He’s also dealing with an unexpected rival band made up of local veterans, and it’s got him wondering: is there such a thing as band etiquette? What follows is a real talk …
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How One Podcast Episode Helped Her Launch Her Dream Show | Acting Smarter Now
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1:09:26Season 3 of the Acting Smarter Now Podcast kicks off with a powerful transformation story! Actress Ginney Bilbray, one of our very own Acting Smarter Now participants, discovered this podcast, took the lessons to heart, and turned them into real results. From listener to leading lady, Ginney shares how applying actionable insights from the show ins…
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BiB: Ella Rosa – Anxious Attachment Style: The EP That Changed Everything
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28:53Ever wondered what it's like to go from a tiny hamlet in England to the heart of Manhattan—and then channel all those big feelings into powerful, honest music? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Ella Rosa, an artist whose journey might just inspire you to rethink what's possible. Ella opens up about her move from …
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Real mail from actual adults | Triforce Mailbag #63
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1:02:47Triforce Mailbag Special 63! Lewis Farage's internet troubles continue as we bust open our engorged mailbag featuring real mail from actual adults telling us we're dumb dumbs and the financial logistics of flying an entire football team. Go to http://expressvpn.com/triforce today and get an extra 3 months free on a 1-year package! Support your favo…
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25 Acting Mistakes You MUST Stop Making Today
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35:56Step into your power, actor! In this game-changing video, Lydia Nicole—actress, producer, and no-nonsense career coach—exposes the 25 acting mistakes that silently sabotage your success. From waiting to be “discovered” to skipping your training and ignoring your health, she breaks down how these habits can derail your dreams before you even hit the…
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Ep.235 10 ‘Low Belt’ Songs for Female Singers with Alexa Terry
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13:09In this episode, Alexa shares 10 brilliant songs that sit in the A4–D5 low-belt zone for female singers — a range full of character, energy, and storytelling potential. From Standard Broadway favourites, 90s pop-rock anthems and modern hits this episode is packed with fresh repertoire ideas, stylistic insight, and creative inspiration for singers a…
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Audiation: Train Your Inner Ear — Paint With Sound
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1:17Start Hearing Music: 40% Off https://www.uremusic.com/audiation-essentials?coupon=AUDIATIONESSENTIALS 🎧 Ear Training, Audiation & Creative Theory for Musicians | Kevin Ure 🎶 Learn music from the inside out. This channel explores ear training, music theory, and composition using audiation-based methods—designed for beginners, professionals, and even…
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The Well-Being Wheel: A Whole-Human Approach to Music
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25:28If you've ever felt like music has taken over your entire life — the long hours, the pressure, the constant fear of not doing enough — this episode is for you. We've been taught that total dedication is the only path to mastery. But what if that belief is actually holding you back? In this episode, I introduce The MindfulOpus Well-Being Wheel — a f…
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BiB: Blondestandard - "From Hodgkin's Lymphoma Diagnosis to Rock Reinvention— Caroline Gets Real
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41:54On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, host Adam Lisicky reconnects with Caroline Grace Vein (Blondestandard) for an honest, inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and the journey of an artist. Nearly three years after her breakthrough debut "Blue Eyes," Caroline opens up about navigating health challenges—including a diagnosis of …
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Back to the Future The Musical | Theatre in the D
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25:24Prepare your Flux Capacitor because this week on a special bonus episode of "Theatre in the D" we're talking about the musical adaptation of the 1985 film "Back to the Future." There indeed is something about that boy! Buy Tickets at the Detroit Opera House Here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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#191: From LA Studios to Seoul Charts: Carly Lyman’s Global Music Journey
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1:14:14🎙️ The Career Musician Podcast — Featuring Carly Lyman From the mountains of Colorado to the heart of Los Angeles’ music scene, Carly Lyman has carved a dynamic path as a songwriter, producer, performer, and creative visionary. As VP of Music for Devin Powers / Powers Music Group, Carly has been at the helm of projects spanning K-Pop chart-toppers,…
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BiB: Waylon Reavis: From Mushroomhead to A Killer's Confession: The Real Story, Rumors, & Redemption
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58:52Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where we dig deep into the journeys that turned aspiring artists into legends—and where you get the inside story, straight from the source. On this episode, host Adam Lisicky sits down with Waylon Reavis of A Killer's Confession, a voice you might recognize from his iconic run fronting Mushroomhead…
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RUH ROH RAGGY! This week for our extra special Halloween episode we're diving into the animated world of Scooby-Doo to talk about their trip to the titular Zombie Island. Are you ready to go on this trip with us? Of course you are, it'll be a blast. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Nathan P. Keelan Keepe…
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Episode 401: So You Started a Band... Now What? (Interview with mark Frederickson of Frozen Coyote)
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54:20Mark’s back! This week, Adam and Dan catch up with Mark Frederickson from Frozen Coyote for a long-overdue check-in. If you’ve been around a while, you’ll remember Mark’s band journey — from forming on his local subreddit to playing that first garage gig. Now, Frozen Coyote’s got some miles under their belt, and with that comes all the usual growin…
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BiB: Hannah Fairlight - From CBGB's Auditions to Lone Wolf: The Rise, Risks, and the Real Nashville
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38:58If you've ever wondered what happens when an artist goes all-in—risking comfort for creativity, clarity for chaos, and ultimately, artistic evolution—this episode of Bringin' It Backwards is for you. Adam Lisicky sits down for a long-awaited catch-up with Hannah Fairlight, the singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and actor whose journey takes …
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Triforce! Episode 336! British Sips has been watching a lot of UK TV (including Celebrity Traitors), Lewis is having terrible internet issues while making a game and Pyrion's got a justified bone to pick with the Riyadh Comedy Festival! Go to http://expressvpn.com/triforce today and get an extra 3 months free on a 1-year package! Support your favou…
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Ep.234 How to Motivate Student Singers to Practice with Tessa Smith Whicker
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1:07:50What if the secret to better singing practice isn’t doing more, but understanding why we avoid it in the first place? Voice educator Tessa Smith Whicker joins Alexa to explore how her master’s research reshaped her view of practice — from battling guilt and distraction to embracing curiosity and compassion. Discover how to get singers excited about…
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Ever struggle with your stage confidence? Me too! We've all been there. Here are some stage confidence tips that I use. Here's a recent episode about how I learned the repertoire faster. Click here to listen! Today's episode has an accompanying blog post. Read it here! Use code ELEANOR15 for 15% off your Notabl_ practice journal, and level up your …
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#190: Composer & Sync-Licensing Powerhouse – Devin Powers on Making Music Work
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1:11:40Introduction & Background Casual, authentic conversation with insights into the music industry. Focus on TV and film scoring, specifically unscripted reality TV and production music. Personal stories illustrate industry evolution and building a career. Industry Insights & Knowledge Importance of building client relationships ("clients, clients, cli…
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BiB: Zahna – From Kidney Failure to Korn's Label: The Unbelievable Comeback Story
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38:36On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam sits down with Zahna—a resilient rock artist whose journey is anything but typical. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Zahna moved with her family to Ohio before spending a pivotal year in Mexico to reconnect with her roots. After settling in Texas, music quickly became her passion, from musical theater to hig…
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Audiation vs. AI: How Human Intuition Outperforms Technology in Music
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1:03:07Are you worried that AI is taking over the music world and making it harder for real musicians to shine? In this episode, we dive deep into the debate: Audiation vs. AI—Why Human Intuition Still Wins. I’ll share my personal journey as a composer and educator, reveal where AI tools fall short, and show you how developing your inner ear (audiation) c…
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BiB: Gannon Fremin & CCREV – From Oklahoma Family Jam Sessions to Major Label Stardom
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25:40On this episode of "Bringin' it Backwards," Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Gannon Fremin of Gannon Fremin and CCREV for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about chasing dreams, building a band from the ground up, and the realities of making it in the music industry. Gannon shares how growing up in a tight-knit, musical family in South Oklah…
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Spooky time has arrived, and we're talking about one of the goopiest films to ever grace the cinematic screens with David Cronenberg's body horror classic "The Fly." Join us while we talk about the hotness of the two leads, the beauty of gross, and how at its heart this is just another Universal Monster movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…
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Episode 400: Seven Years, 400 Episodes, and Still Rocking More (and Sucking Less)
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53:01This week marks a massive milestone—400 episodes of Cover Band Confidential! To celebrate, Mike Schulte steps in as moderator to turn the tables on Adam and Dan, asking the questions listeners have always wanted answered. Together, they look back at seven years of podcasting, community-building, faceplants, fart pedals, and life lessons that made C…
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BiB: New Translations – "Just Make It Happen": The DIY Secrets That Got Them Signed
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31:39What does it take to turn a love of music into a thriving band, and why do some artists find their truest path only when they let go of what they thought they wanted? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam sits down with Oliver Pierce and Isaac Midleton from New Translations—a rising Nashville band whose journey defies convention and expect…
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The Brindley Comedy Festival | Triforce #335
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1:12:15Triforce! Episode 335! What if Josh Gad was the Godfather (Gadfather)? Sips gets a bountiful apple harvest, Lewis shares his Jingle Jam related comedy set and Pyrion begins some much needed house work! Go to http://expressvpn.com/triforce today and get an extra 3 months free on a 1-year package! Support your favourite podcast on Patreon: https://bi…
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#189: Invite to Disneyland—That Was the Audition!
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46:38Nomad kicks off TCM’s new Talk 'n Tunes jam-in-the-round format with drummer Joel Meza (new TCM co-host) and bassist Maxx Diaz—two working pros with real-world receipts. We break down Maxx’s “audition” that wasn’t an audition at all (a full day at Disneyland to test chemistry), the mindset shifts that beat imposter syndrome, and why saying yes (fas…
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Ep.233 How Speech Therapy and Aphasia inspired an Etsy Side Hustle with Sami Wong
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26:03In this insightful episode, Alexa chats with Sami Wong, a speech and language pathologist who helps clients navigate communication challenges such as aphasia. Sami shares her personal journey into speech therapy, inspired by her late father’s recovery from a stroke, and explains what aphasia really is, and the role music and singing can play in the…
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Here's How I Learn Repertoire Fast and Confidently
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21:15I recently had to prepare a piece for a performance class in a really short amount of time. So I decided to do an experiment. I tested some practice methods for learning a piece quickly to see if they would work in time for me to perform. The result? I did one of the best performance classes I've ever played. So here are the things I did to prep. T…
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The Mindful Audition: How Feeling Good Became James Patterson's Secret to Winning
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1:04:32A conversation around mindfulness, perfectionism, well-being, and rewriting the audition story from the inside out. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with James Patterson, Tredjestilling Horn (3rd/1st horn) player with the Oslo Philharmonic, to explore the intersection of mindfulness, performance, and the audition journey. James shares how …
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BiB: Cate Turner – From American Idol to DIY Stardom: Her Honest Journey Back to the Stage
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31:50Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where rising and legendary artists share their real stories and spill the secrets behind their journeys to stardom. In this episode, Adam welcomes back singer-songwriter Cate Turner for an unprecedented fourth appearance—making her the reigning record holder for most visits to the show! Cate first …
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BONUS: Masquerade NYC (feat. Juliet Antonio)
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1:08:40This week for an extra special bonus episode, we're joined by the Keeper of the Cheese themselves Juliet Antonio to talk about the limited run immersive Phantom of the Opera "MASQUERADE NYC" which they had the chance to see recently. Do you want to hear what happened with their experience? You're going to have to listen to find out. Learn more abou…
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#188: Never Lose the Gig! New Season w/co-host Joel Meza
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24:49🎟 Grab your ALL Access VIP Pass here: https://thecareermusician.com/membership/all-access-vip-pass/ Host and creator Nomad welcomes drummer & playback tech Joel Meza as a guest and officially announces him as the new co-host! Together, they dive deep into the realities of touring, the secrets to building a successful music career, and reveal a …
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