Barbara Barna Abel is featured on this week's episode of Nicstalgia. We talk about how enthusiasm is valuable (and marketable!), how to avoid the ‘shoulds’, stand out as yourself, and find your calling when you don’t fit into neat little boxes. There’s no shame in being a super fan!! We go over what being a ‘sellout’ means nowadays, how to grow, change, and progress toward your goals while still being consistent to your values. There’s something to say for taking risks, putting yourself out there, and doing things for the Highest and Best™️ instead of clinging to a false safety and security by staying in your comfort zone.
4:18 How to pursue something when you know you’re meant for more
9:05 How I started my TikTok account based on BTS
16:59 Our first concerts and how the concert industry has evolved over time
21:54 The difference between nostalgia and ‘nowstalgia’
26:25 My nowstalgia for the 1970s
28:19 How to not be a ‘sellout’ (especially when you have to sell)
37:20 How fans need to stop gatekeeping and grow with artists as they grow
44:40 Why I no longer have shame about being a fan girl
About our Guest Barbara is a multi-media communications coach, creative advisor, talent & executive development expert and the host of the award-winning podcast, Camera Ready & Abel, exploring the intersections of media, change and personal growth.
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Special Thanks 💖
Artwork by @hmdraws_
Music by @egmusicnyc
Video by @valentinareyes9
YouTube CC available in English and Español
Episode Transcript
#popculture #nostalgia #superfan
