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An Artist's Way of Healing PodcastHow an Author, Dancer, Director and Theatre Professional Found her Sweet Madness...Send us a textLet’s give it up for our very own, Amanda Montoni! As someone who has made a name for herself as an Author, Director, Actor, Copywriter and so much more, Amanda shares her experiences in the performing arts. Be prepared to understand what “change” is on a whole new level, how to navigate it, and see if you can relate to the many curveballs life throws at us. Lastly, as Amanda always says, don’t forget to remember all the “Sweet” things as all the Madness unfolds!Check out www.amandamo...2024-11-081h 16
The Sweet Madness PodcastYou're Worthy of Your Dreams, No Matter Your Size. Here's Proof.Why do we live in a world where appearances are what we concentrate on the most? Here's proof that they don't matter as much as we think they do.
Let me re-introduce myself. Hi. My name is Amanda Montoni and I am a fat dancer. I grew up in a world I loved. But this world was one that would chew me up and spit me out. It almost did, until I realized these things:
1. The ideal image of a dancer is unattainable.
2. I moved up a year in dance because of my tal...2024-06-2722 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastYour Creativity Doesn't Have To Take A Backseat. Let It Live. Ft. Jim HainesIn my conversation with Jim Haines, we talk about the importance of creativity in this structure-filled world. The brain is capable of many things, and William Shakespeare embodies the human experience. Mr. Shakes also happens to be one of Jim's major influences - so much so that he wrote a one man show about the bard's impact on his life.
The show, The Crackpot Shakespeare Theories Vol. 1 is premiering June 28th, 2024 with City Gate Productions. Go to www.citygateproductions.org for more info about this jam packed show and to get your tickets. Go. Do it now. It...2024-06-2036 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastFor the Love of Wisdom: How Curiosity, an Open Mind Approach, and a Learning Mind-set Will Set You Free (ft. Nick Montoni)Freedom. It's what we all want. How do we get it?
In the season 1 finale of The Sweet Madness Podcast, psychology counselor, Pre-Law, and world student, Nick Montoni sums up what life is all about: the balance of Change vs. Familiarity. In other words, Sweet Madness.
Through his knowledge of psychology, philosophy, and law, Nick shows us how we can get to a balancing sweet spot and achieve freedom: through the power of learning. After all, the World is our classroom.
You can follow Nick on Instagram at @montoni76. Follow me at @amanda.montoni and send me a DM of...2024-03-0746 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastRaise the Bar! Advice on How To Embrace Your Authentic Self Not Only for Your Business or Brand, but for You (ft. CEO of Red Penguin Stephanie Larkin)Putting parts of ourselves into boxes is a thing of the past. In this episode, the CEO - excuse me, Head Penguin - of Red Penguin Books and Red Penguin Web Solutions bestows some beautiful advice upon us.
Stephanie Larkin is a fellow multi-passionate, multi-faceted human. She has worn hats with the titles of Musician, Entrepreneur, Performer, Mom, Podcast host, and more.
The road never stopped for Stephanie and in this episode, she tells us how to embrace our multi-faceted authentic selves without putting pieces of ourselves in boxes. Believe it or not, this works...2024-02-2953 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastWhat do Lady Gaga, Mr. Schue from Glee, and Tara Mangione Have in Common? (ft. Tara Mangione)To answer the title question: Besides being partially Italian, they have more in common than you think.
Join Theatre Performer, Tara Mangione, as she discusses the importance of Vulnerability with a capital "V" in a cut-throat business.
In this episode, Tara gives a play-by-play of her college audition experiences and what made her ultimately choose Molloy/Cap 21 for her college program.
Tara also gives us a run-down of some of her college experiences in the program, and how theatre has helped shaped her into the socially and emotionally aware person she is today...2024-02-2255 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastThe Play's the Thing: The Important Role Community Plays in Theatre, Writing, and in Life (ft. Dany Stravino and Peter M. Carrozzo from Random Thursdays Radio Theatre)What’s more important than a sense of belonging? What’s more important than community? We can think of a few things, but this world survives on community.
In this episode, Amanda speaks with 2 of the founders of Random Thursdays Radio Theatre - Actor/Director/Playwright Dany Stravino and Playwright Peter M. Carrozzo.
Dany and Peter speak of their writing practices and the very thing that keeps the theatre alive: community. Without it, where would they be?
Hear how they created something different than their usual theatre experience and what kept them going in time...2024-02-1543 min
Random Thursdays Radio TheatreFamiliar StrangersTwo different couples on the worst and best dates of their lives? Welcome to Smokey's...a bistro in Brooklyn.Familiar Strangers is written and directed by Amanda Montoni.Featuring:Fiona: Emilia HornBen: Dany StravinoJackie: Amanda MontoniDerek: Nick MontoniJoe: Jeremy MelendezAlicia: Danielle FlemingSound Engineering: Liz ReganSound Design: Edgar Ramos 2024-02-1423 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastThe Single Struggle: A Conversation about Love in the Modern World (ft. Julio Ulloa Jr.)Are you single? Hating the dating world right now? Us too.
The dating world has changed rapidly over the last few years. Apps and chances to connect are abound, and yet the single struggle feels stronger than ever.
Listen in on a conversation with Professional Actor, Julio Ulloa Jr., and Amanda to hear how their experiences in the single world taught them some very valuable lessons.
To listen to Amanda's giddy love playlist, click on this link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4jGM5DEv7R7xA7v2riNlxu
Love lives are...2024-02-0853 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastAre You Really Alone or Are You Keeping Your Walls Up?Why the heck do we feel alone when we are surrounded by people?
It's not that we're alone. It's that we are lonely.
In this episode, Amanda talks about her experiences and what she has done to combat loneliness.
If you’re feeling lonely, give this episode a listen. You may find the answers you’ve been looking for.
Read her lonely poems in her poetry collection Trains, New York, and the Love (or lack thereof) That Goes Along With Them here: https://a.co/d/iLttCwj
Don’t forget to...2024-02-0111 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastLet's Talk Imposter Syndrome and How To Start Believing in YourselfAm I good enough? I don’t believe I did a good job. I’m a fraud.
Do those thoughts ring through your head? Do you have trouble accepting praise?
Imposter Syndrome is a killer. In this episode, you’ll learn simple tools to get you to start believing in yourself.
You’ll believe are worthy of the praise you get - because you are.
I chose to talk about Imposter Syndrome because this is something I see lots of people struggle with, including myself.
Don’t forget to like, follow, s...2024-01-2510 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastHow To Leave Grief and Loss Behind You (ft. JK Larkin)Grief. Loss. It's something we all go through - whether we mourn an old friend, a loved one, or a past version of ourselves.
What we often forget is that we already have the power within ourselves to guide our lives forward.
In this episode, Amanda is joined by guest and author, JK Larkin (@jksnotkidding), to discuss the many ways we can heal from grief and how to move onward.
Through their theatre and writing experiences, JK and Amanda highlight the beautiful ways the Arts can be a catalyst for healing.
To download the free Grief Worksheet, click here...2024-01-1838 minThe Sweet Madness PodcastThe Pressure to be Perfect (and the secret to taking the pressure off)How many of you feel the pressure to be perfect weigh you down every day?
In this episode, Amanda Montoni talks about the pressure we feel from society and the pressure we put on ourselves.
She teaches us one important lesson: perfection does not exist, so take the pressure off. This episode tells you how. Soon, you'll be on your way to a much lighter life.
To subscribe to the Sweet Madness Newsletter - and get a virtual hug - click here: https://www.amandamontoni.com/
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The Sweet Madness PodcastWhat is "Sweet Madness" Anyway?Feeling like your life is a never-ending mess? It's changing all the time. How can you possibly keep up?
Yes, life is messy. It's full of twists and turns, good moments, bad moments, heartbreaking moments, and moments that make our hearts flutter.
It's full of sweetness. It's full of madness. It's hard to navigate. And overwhelming.
Join host and author Amanda Montoni as she explores life's beautiful and contradictory nature. Through discussions and ramblings, you may find this podcast is exactly what you need to gain a new perspective, and navigate life with...2024-01-0409 min
Random Thursdays Radio TheatreMission to MarsIt's 150 years in the future and a crew of people are bound for Mars on a special mission to assure the spread of interplanetary humanity. Four of these travellers remind us that as much as the solar system changes, people remain the same. Welcome to the Space Transport Schiaparelli...Mission to Mars is written by Peter M. Carrozzo and directed by Dany StravinoFeaturing:Freedom 7A9: Danielle FlemingGanymede: James KimCorfu: Cole MathisAlthea: Amanda MontoniLysithea: Emilia HornColonel Hayden: Erik...2023-04-1445 min
Chinchillas in the MistHappy Holidays from the Montoni's and MikeWell, it's that time of year again; all the presents, all the festivities, all the...Oh, the humanity! We all know the holidays are fun, but people do tend to turn into psychopaths when they come around. Come join Mike, Nick, and The Chinchillas' second guest Amanda! If you need to identify with frustration, craziness, and rage during the holidays or want to hear our Italian war stories, listen up! They only come once a year...2021-12-2958 min
Random Thursdays Radio TheatreZoom Meeting: The MusicalAfter failing at his meditation app, Neil tries his hand at a Zoom office meeting during quarantine. Does he fare any better or does his imagination bring him to the brink of unemployment? You be the judge...Zoom Meeting: The Musical is written by Peter M. Carrozzo and directed by Emilia HornFeaturing:Neil: Dany StravinoMr. McLaurin: Jon BlueJeremy: Matt FrenzelRachel: Amanda MontoniBethany: Monica MaddockClair: Virginia HarmonSound Engineering: Liz ReganSound Design: Edgar...2021-06-0327 min
Random Thursdays Radio TheatreBoiled BreakupWhat can you learn about relationships from a lobster? More than you would think. Boiled Breakup is written and directed by Amanda Montoni.Featuring:Lielle: Anne Marie CahillLarry: Matt FrenzelCody: Nick MontoniClaire: Virginia HarmonSound Engineering: Liz ReganSound Design: Edgar Ramos2021-05-1317 min