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19StoriesAmy Bolduc . Grounded in MaineWelcome to 19Stories: from Fear to Hope. I'm your host, Cheryl Holling, in this podcast we explore stories of resilience, transformation, and the courage to step into new beginnings. My guest today is Amy Bolduc, a woman whose life beautifully weaves together compassion, creativity, and community. After years in her hometown of Brunswick, Maine, Amy relocated to Virginia—a move inspired by her desire for a longer growing season and a fresh chapter in life. She shares her home with a rescue dog, two cats, and a flock of chickens while balancing her work in healthcare, her aw...
2025-11-1340 min
19StoriesNancy May . High Performance GovernanceIn this podcast, I talk with artists, actors, musicians, writers, coaches, and creative pioneers as they share personal, powerful, and often humorous stories of facing adversity and the wisdom they gleaned in the process. I started this podcast back in 2020 as a way to connect with fellow creatives during a time of fear and uncertainty. Five years later, I'm still sharing stories of creativity, resilience, reinvention, and hope. My guest today is a true renaissance woman who embodies all of these attributes as she wears many hats— and does so extremely well. Nancy Ma...
2025-10-2357 min
19StoriesJo Yuan . "Banana-Brained" . Meisner & Voice TrainedIt's not often that I'll get to introduce a guest whose moniker is "banana-brained and voice-trained"! But joining me today is a woman who is the embodiment of quirkiness, versatility, and her own words "a bit unhinged". From clown noses to stage and to your favorite streaming platforms, Jo Yuan has covered a lot of ground...and that's saying something given she's been in the entertainment industry just shy of 6 years, and in voiceover for five of those years. She's made audiences laugh, cry while pondering social biases through the roles and characters she's played...
2025-09-1045 min
19StoriesSandra Russell . Managing the MicIf you're tuning in for the first time, welcome, and to my longtime listeners, you know that throughout the years you've heard me interview some of the most iconic voices behind your favorite commercials, video games, documentaries, etc... But today, I'm pulling back the curtain on a voice that gets much less exposure—but is crucial to running a successful voiceover business as she's the Unsung Hero of a Voiceover Virtuoso who's all about the business of sound! Sandra Russell may not be a name that you're familiar with, or have a voice you recognize—but her fing...
2025-08-0638 min
The Building Doors PodcastCheryl Holling: Voice with PurposeLike what you hear? Want to support the podcast? Show us some love and buy us a coffee!
From her early days in opera and radio to producing her own award show moments and podcasts, Cheryl Holling’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless creativity.
In this Building Doors episode, Cheryl shares how her voice became her superpower—shaped by personal trials, industry shifts, and a deep desire to tell meaningful stories.
Hear how she built her dream studio (twice), used joy and...
2025-07-1716 min
19Stories5th Anniversary . Thank You to my Guest & ListenersToday marks a very special anniversary in that on June 28th 2020, a year we definitely all remember, I launched this podcast as a way of initially addressing and combating the fear so many creatives were feeling during the pandemic by talking about the tools and or faith they used to move into Hope. These days, I'm still talking with creatives in all mediums about challenges they've faced while celebrating their successes and offering some pearls of wisdom for listeners to implement into their own lives. Speaking of which, I'd like to give a huge thank you to the...
2025-06-2802 min
19StoriesAlex Poppe . Chasing An Unconventional LifeYou may have heard me quote a former acting coach a time or two on this podcast, that "if you want to bring life into your characters, you have to first live a life in order to have something to pour onto the stage, screen or microphone." I'd say the same holds true for any good author or storyteller. Today, I'm incredibly honored to have as my guest, Alex Poppe, the multi-award-winning author renowned for her compelling literary fiction that delves into themes of resilience, identity, and social justice. After graduating at the top of...
2025-06-091h 02
19StoriesLawrence Payne . The Pen of Human IntelligenceIt's hard to believe (at the time of this recording) that it's April, and hopefully we all survived tax day and are able to get out and enjoy some of the beautiful Spring foliage that's popping up all over. On this Spring day, I've invited Lawrence Payne to join me as my guest. He is an award-winning copywriter, editor, voice actor and composer, who has worked with some of the world's most progressive companies such as Yamaha Digital Musical Instruments, Yamaha Audio, Teac, Hitachi and Brother. Many of them in his capacity as a senior copywriter at...
2025-05-0744 min
Three Kitchens PodcastS5 E35: Easy Crunchy Crust Tuna Melt Sandwich with Voice Actor & Podcaster, Cheryl HollingSend us a textIn this episode, we welcome Cheryl Holling to be our third kitchen and she brings us a fantastic recipe for an easy Crunchy Crust Tuna Melt sandwich. This zhuzhed-up tuna melt will be your new favourite grilled sandwich! Cheryl Holling is a voice actor and podcaster who is passionate about hearing and telling stories. She hosts two podcasts:19 Stories From Fear to Hope in which she shares conversations with creatives about challenges they have faced, how they’ve persevere & created a hope-filled future. In The Voice Kitchen Cher...
2025-05-0628 min
19StoriesAnde Lyons . Shattering AgeismIt's no secret to some of my longtime listeners that I'm originally from Los Angeles; sometimes referred to as the land of the rich, famous and forever young. That "fountain of youth", has been featured and celebrated in films, commercials and advertising for decades, leading those of us who are now in our more "mature years", to believe that we've become irrelevant, worthless and should claim our rightful spot in the proverbial "pasture". Well, Ande Lyons, the guest joining me today, has made it her mission to dismantle age-related stereotypes and explore the limitless potential that comes...
2025-04-0259 min
19StoriesChris Kughn . Destigmatizing Mental HealthWelcome to a very special episode that is launching during the week of 'Podcasthon'; the world's largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together podcasters worldwide to raise awareness of local non-profits charitable causes. And what's more timely and relevant right now, than delving into a discussion of behavioral health with an organization that has been servicing its clients for over 55 years. Founded in 1970, Buckelew Programs encompasses a combined 137 years of experience serving the North Bay, here in California. With programs in Marin, Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties, Buckelew's mission is to promote recovery, resilience and Hope...
2025-03-181h 02
19StoriesSandra Beckwith . Cultivating Civility in a Fractured WorldIt's been a minute since our last episode, and as we step into a new year, it's clear that for many of us, things haven't quite gone as planned. In particular, I'm referring to friends and family in Los Angeles, who are grappling with the aftermath and the ongoing devastating fires, and to those facing social, environmental, and political challenges. I've recently returned from attending the 11th Annual Podfest Expo in Orlando, FL, and as a first time attendee, I am reinvigorated and more committed than ever to bringing you authentic, inspiring, and hope-filled stories. A heartfelt...
2025-02-041h 00
19StoriesJennifer Sims . Reimagining SuccessIf you're a regular listener to my show, then you know by now that I'm always excited to introduce you to intriguing creatives who are making a positive impact in their fields of expertise. Today, I'm especially excited for this conversation as in some ways I feel like this particular guest and I have been doppelganger's in both experiences and creative choices. She also happens to share one of my core beliefs that it's never too late to pursue one's dreams. Now a full time voice and on-camera actor as well as a voice over...
2024-11-0855 min
19StoriesHeidi Love . Navigating RedemptionThis episode discusses childhood molestation and rape and may not be suitable for younger listeners or those who've experienced similar trauma. I hope you've all had a beautiful and rejuvenating summer. I'm recording this episode on the eve of the Autumn Equinox. I imagine we're all beginning to pull out those comfy sweaters for the cooler weather that is right around the corner! I'm delighted to be back with a new season of episodes beginning with the very special guest that's joining me today. The descriptor's "bestselling author, global sailor and activist", used...
2024-10-0952 min
19StoriesPaul Schmidt . From Stage to StudioThe first thing my guest, Paul Schmidt, would like you to know about him, is that as a single dad, his teenage son, Robbie, is his world and his reason for everything. Which is incredibly endearing considering the level of success he's attained in a variety of professional and creative endeavors. Perhaps his success is due to being cast at the age of six in the role of "God" in his school play and that has "anointed" his efforts ever since. For years Paul would continue his Thespian pursuits acting in just about anything he...
2024-06-2857 min
19StoriesChristy Harst . The Voice of ChangeMy guest today, Christy Harst, has been heard on the World Series, Monday Night Football, and the NBA Finals as one of the national voices of YouTubeTV. She's also the national voice of John Deere, and has voiced dozens of television, streaming, and radio ads. Her career in voiceover began in college when she applied for a news internship at a local classical radio station. It was during her interview that the station manager told her she had a good voice, escorted her to the studio, recorded her reading the Star Spangled Banner and then suggested, "You'd...
2024-05-241h 03
Time to Elevate PodcastCheryl Holling - Podcast Producer & Host🎙 Voiceover Talent"Love God. Love People." It's that simple.
"Our Daily Bread" Motto
Welcome to a very special celebration episode of Time to Elevate! 🌟
I’m celebrating today for a couple of wonderful reasons – First, Time to Elevate podcast is celebrating a one-year anniversary since launching on May 5, 2023, (I cannot
believe it) It began with myself and co-host Janice Butcher. I want to give a shout out and a big thank you to Janice for being there with me for the first 9
months of this journey and to Jbee Beauty Supply for being a...
2024-05-101h 10
19StoriesHannah Sward . Meth Addict to Award Winning AuthorThe following conversation may not be appropriate for younger listeners, or those who've experienced abandonment, sexual abuse, or drug addiction. Today's guest, author Hannah Sward, has quite the story to tell. So much so, she wrote about it in her memoir Strip, an International Book Award Finalist, Reader's Choice Award Finalist and Book Soup Bestseller…which is quite the homage to her late father; the renowned poet and novelist Robert Sward. Widely published in literary journals in the US, Canada, and the UK, her work has also appeared in publications such as LA Times, HuffPost, an...
2024-04-1249 min
19StoriesJennifer Clark . The Voice of Human KindnessMy guest today, Jennifer Clark, is described as the sound of Humankindness. It's who she is, how she does business, and what she sounds like. It's the sound you can trust. It's the sound of collaboration. It's the sound of stories with impact. And on this podcast it's all about the stories. Perhaps her humankindness stems from being a pastor's kid and traveling to 14 different countries and exploring the common thread that binds us. Perhaps it's her classical training, in both singing and violin, allowing...
2024-03-2955 min
19StoriesAudra Agen . Creating Her Own ArenaI hope you're all having a wonderful start to 2024 and that you have some things that you're feeling excited about. If not, perhaps my next guest will inspire you as she is the founder, host and Chief Inspiration Officer of the Women in the Arena Podcast…a celebration of everyday women living extraordinary lives in plain sight. Now in its 4th year, the Women in the Arena podcast seeks to inspire, encourage and challenge women to reach for the greatness they were made for. And I invite the men to stick around as I imagine we all could use that...
2024-02-2145 min
19StoriesMaria Pendolino . Dreams, Diversity, and Defying OddsWishing a very Happy New Year to you and yours. I certainly hope your holidays afforded you time to enjoy some rest and rejuvenation, and that 2024 is the year that you're able to actualize some of your dreams and aspirations. And speaking of actualizing one's dreams, I think we can all take a page from my next guest as the term renaissance woman truly applies to Maria Pendolino. She's a multi-award-winning voice artist working in national television and radio commercials, and numerous other genres of voice work. Maria is also the President of the Board...
2024-01-311h 01
19StoriesEpisode 63: A Holiday Message and Special AnnouncementHello and a very Happy Thanksgiving week to you and yours. I hope that you're able to take some down time to enjoy the beginning of this holiday season, eat some good food, and do that which makes you feel rested and rejuvenated. It's been about a month since I've released a new episode and part of that is due to another project I've been working on. So, with that in mind, I am going to be taking a hiatus from releasing any new episodes of 19 Stories: from fear to Hope, until the beginning of 2024. I already...
2023-11-2104 min
19StoriesDave Walsh . Unleashing Authenticity with The True Tell MethodIf you've spent any amount of time on popular social media channels, you're bound to have come across post after post with the anthem cry imploring you to be authentic, use your authentic voice, and for goodness sake, live your truth! But what exactly does that mean in a time when truths are manipulated and shaped to suit personal and political agendas? Leaving one to wonder whether or not authenticity, and dare I say, integrity, matter anymore? The guest joining me today, Dave Walsh, knows a thing or two about what it means to live in...
2023-10-251h 00
19StoriesChelsea Pegues . Exploring Creativity, Communication and the Chaos of LifeFor this episode, I'm turning the table by interviewing the interviewer! I first met my next guest when the editor and publisher of the Women Who Podcast magazine, Kathy Baron, asked if I'd like to be interviewed for the 2023 Fall issue. And given I love all things podcasting, I of course said yes. Thus began a new friendship and relationship with writer, copywriter, editor, content creator, and fellow podcaster Chelsea Pegues (Pig-geese). Chelsea has a Professional Writing degree in Communications from Southern New Hampshire University, graduated Summa Cum Laude and is a member o...
2023-10-131h 03
19StoriesAnne Ganguzza . A BOSS of a VoiceI am so excited for you to meet my next guest, and yet I have to say out of all the guests that I've welcomed to this podcast, crafting an intro for this one has certainly presented a challenge in summarizing her vast credits and expertise. This multi-preneur's career spans almost 2 decades in several high-profile, very successful businesses. First, as an award winning voice talent with an incredibly impressive list of world-renowned clients, as the President and Founder of her own voice and business coaching community, VO Peeps, where she specializes in Commercial and Narration Voiceover training...
2023-09-151h 01
19StoriesEncore Presentation . Jim Cooper . Celebrating A Caregiver's JourneyHello and welcome to this very special Encore Presentation of my 27th episode that I released back in August of 2021. Back then, I had a great conversation with my guest Jim Cooper, where among other topics, we chatted about the book he was penning, now known as 'The Not So Little Book About Cancer Caregiving: Be a Caregiver Warrior and Keep Your Sanity!', which is part memoir and caregiving advice that was birthed from his time as a caregiver to his wife during her battle with brain cancer. Jim's book was just released in paperback and is...
2023-08-0946 min
19StoriesKathy Barron . A Woman Who Podcast'sThe guest joining me today, Kathy Barron, is a fellow Bay Area resident and the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of the Women Who Podcast Magazine, a publication that celebrates independent women podcasters from all over the world. I'm delighted to have recently discovered this online publication, especially since Kathy and her team just celebrated their second year in publication! Women Who Podcast magazine is a fantastic place to discover new podcasts, and podcasters and Kathy strives for it to be a forum for fans and hosts to reach out to one another for support, collaboration, and inspiration. H...
2023-07-1449 min
19StoriesFernando Pires . Multifaceted Journey of an Entrepreneur My guest, Fernando Pires, describes himself as fundamentally a problem-solver, with a remarkable ability to learn, and then implement his new found knowledge. A relentless entrepreneur, engineer and musician who has created a total of 5 patents and founded 2 companies in the decade between 2008 and 2018, creating and providing amazing consumer electronics for podcasters, voice-over artists, musicians and car-audio enthusiasts. Fernando was originally born and raised in São Paulo - Brazil. And thanks to his current employer, KICKER, who sponsored him to become a permanent U.S. resident in 2016 - he now proudly calls the U.S. his ho...
2023-06-161h 03
19StoriesRoy Samuelson . Transformative Power of Audio DescriptionCheryl's sitting in front of a microphone, in a home-based audio studio with red padded walls, a loosely crafted script and staring at the monitor on a desk which has the recording software where she'll be recording a podcast episode with her guest Roy Samuelson. She breathes, presses the record button and begins their conversation… And so ends a very rudimentary example of what "audio description" is. Whereas for over two decades my guest Roy Samuelson has gained critical praise working extensively in the ever-growing area of Audio Description, to which he's received two SOVAS Award nominations; in...
2023-04-1257 min
19StoriesKathleen Guthrie Woods . 'The Mother of All Dilemmas' RevisitedThe following episode is an Encore Presentation of an interview with author Kathleen Guthrie Woods about her book 'The Mother of All Dilemmas: Dreams of Motherhood and the Internship that changed everything' that originally aired on September 15, 2022. Her book just made the Katie Couric Media list of "37-Life-Changing Books You won't Be able to Put Down" and to celebrate that endorsement, I'm sharing her episode with you once again. Kathleen Guthrie Woods is a Bay Area, award winning author, freelance copywriter and editor. For over 22 years, she's been the chief cook and bottlewasher of her own company, 'K...
2023-03-311h 01
19StoriesNic Redman . Voiceover Insights and InspirationsIt's hard to believe we are well into the first quarter of 2023 especially since my guest, Nic Redman, first chatted with me at the end of 2021 in episode 37 along with her co-host and creator of the longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, 'The Voiceover Social' Since then, Nic and Leah created and published the highly lauded "The Voiceover Career Planner '', which is now in its second edition. Nic then went on to create "The Voice Deck", which offers 38 vocal warm-up cards and she is now about to release her highly anticipated bo...
2023-03-1036 min
19StoriesEncore Presentation: Nic Redman & Leah MarksIt's hard to believe that it's been well over a year since Nic Redman and Leah Marks joined me back in November of 2021 for Episode 37. So much crazy success has transpired for both of these dynamic women and Nic Redman will be joining me next week to chat about something very exciting that she's been up to. For those who have yet to listen to Ep 37, Nic and Leah are the co-hosts and creators of the Longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, 'The Voiceover Social', which won the Inspiration Award a...
2023-03-0159 min
19StoriesBrad Vinikow . The Multifaceted World of a Voice Over VirtuosoTRUSTWORTHY. NATURAL. SMOOTH. VERSATILE. These are some of the adjectives used to describe the voice of the guest joining me today. Brad Vinikow, is a full-time voice over artist, producer, musician, composer, video producer, editor and one heck of a nice person to boot. He has recorded thousands of radio and television commercials, sales/ trade show/ eLearning videos plus several audiobooks. Brad has also voiced multiple characters for videogames including 'Legion of Heroes' and 'Blade and Soul'. His documentary narration includes the fascinating 2019 two-part documentary "Apollo: Back to the Moon", celebrating the 50th anniversary of humanity's greatest a...
2023-01-1257 min
19StoriesRob Reider . A Voice That Takes FlightIf the voice of the guest joining me today sounds familiar, it's because since 1979 Rob Reider has been the most sought-after air show announcer in the US. and is the recipient of the International Council of AirShows "Sword of Excellence" - the highest award an air show professional can receive. As a pilot, Rob has applied his knowledge of flying as the host of the podcast "I Learned About Flying From That", which is the audio version of the most widely-read column in the 97-year history of 'Flying' magazine. The podcast currently has well over 250,000 downl...
2022-12-1656 min
19StoriesDebbie Weiss . Available As IsMy guest, Debbie Weiss is an author, writer, and former lawyer who started writing after she lost her husband George in 2013. He was, as she says, her one and only love since high school; from prom–to cancer, and she had to start building a new life at age fifty, but didn't know how. She knew she wanted to find love again, but soon discovered the absurdity that is dating at midlife. Debbie began writing the award-winning blog, The Hungover Widow in 2016 in an effort to dispense empathy and advice on grief and dating after loss. Wh...
2022-11-0448 min
19StoriesClara Harris & Sandy Maxx . Fringe Festival Adventures and Historic Moments in the UKClara Harris, may be familiar to you as she was my guest, in what seems like ages ago, for Episode 20. She is an actor, writer, and artist educator with over two decades' of experience on stage, screen and behind the mic in the world of audio drama & as a fellow podcaster and voice actor. She recently returned from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival; the world's largest arts & media festival where she produced and performed her solo show, This Moment in America, a live recorded audio drama and sonic collage of the American psyche. Clara makes This Moment in...
2022-10-141h 04
19StoriesKathleen Guthrie Woods. The Mother of All DilemmasKathleen Guthrie Woods is a Bay Area, award winning author, freelance copywriter and editor. For over 22 years, she's been the chief cook and bottlewasher of her own company, 'Kathleen Ink' from which she provides freelance writing and copy editing for Disney/Buena Vista/Miramax, the Tavis Smiley Group, and Noise 13; a San Francisco branding and design agency. She's also penned for San Francisco Attorney Magazine and brands within the Lifestyle, Food and Beverage, and Wine & Spirits spaces. For eight years Kathleen wrote a weekly column for LifeWithoutBaby.com, a website dedicated to giving a voice to women wh...
2022-09-151h 02
19StoriesJim Edgar . The Art & Science of Voice Acting Jim Edgar, is a fellow Bay Area resident who's been a full time voice actor since 2012 and consistently delivers high quality audio for commercial, character, narration, eLearning and audiobook projects. Prior to delving into the world of voice over, he worked in the cycling industry in the marketing, operations, purchasing, and training sectors. After attending a weekend voiceover class in 2007, Jim caught the acting bug and knew he had to pursue a career in VO. The many hours spent in recording studios over the years provided him with the expertise to help other voice actors set up...
2022-07-1451 min
19StoriesEncore Presentation: Nicole BrittonHello and a very Happy Summer to you and yours! I hope you are having a good one so far. Whether you're listening during a stay-cation or traveling to some exoctic destination, I thank you for tuning into this encore presentation of the ninth episode of 19Stories. Since it is summer and people's listening habits change up a bit, I thought that in addition to releasing new episodes, that I'd mix in a few previously released ones from some of the guests that joined me very early on in my podcasting pilgrimage. Nicole Britton is j...
2022-07-0759 min
19StoriesDiana Daniele . A Memoir on Migraines & MediaMy guest, Diana Daniele, is the founder of Diana Daniele Communications, a boutique PR firm specializing in literary, hospitality, entertainment, political, and non-profit public relations. Known for her media relations savvy, creative branding and social media expertise, Diana began her career while she was earning her master's degree from the Annenberg School of Communication & Journalism at the University of Southern California. She completed a study "How Barbie Speaks Sexually to Children," at USC's Institute for the Study of Women and Men (ISWM), a feminist think tank studying how women's gender roles are portrayed in film and on television. After co...
2022-06-1749 min
19StoriesThom Pinto . The Voice of a GenerationThe voice of the guest joining me today may sound very familiar to you and for good cause. For over the past three decades he's been in your ears one way or another, whether you've been watching television or listening to the radio, chances are you've heard Thom Pinto's voice. He's been using his dulcet tones in everything from the introspective storyteller for Audi, an "everyman" for AT&T U-Verse, a whimsical poet on Clorox and a fun-loving retro announcer for Fuze Tea. As a narrator he is a familiar voice on cable documentaries and series that air on the...
2022-05-241h 06
19StoriesJoe Coffey . Mick's OutMy guest today is actor, screenwriter and producer Joe Coffey, who originally hails from Boston, Massachusetts, and grew up in the Irish neighborhood of West Roxbury, otherwise known as "Westie" in a family with deep Irish and Sicilian roots. Joe began acting at the age of 15 in theater and musical theater throughout Massachusetts. After graduating from the prestigious Boston Latin high school, attending Stonehill College for theater, apprenticing at the Williamstown Theater Festival under artistic director and highly acclaimed actor Roger Rees, Joe then studied at the Eugene O'Neill Theater in Waterford, CT as part of the en...
2022-05-1057 min
19StoriesVeronica Barrera . Exploring the Art of Voice & DesignMy guest Veronica Barrera is a fellow podcaster and Native American and Spanish voice actor who originally hails from Saginaw, Michigan and now calls Los Angeles, CA her home. She graduated from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI, with a degree in Industrial Design. In addition to heading her own Company, she has worked with numerous brands such as TRW Automotive,designed custom jewelry for Chrome Hearts, worked on consumer goods, toys, lighting and a gorgeous bar stool design for Vela Bar, among others. Veronica has also tutored and held faculty positions at both the Col...
2022-03-2656 min
19StoriesCrystal M Lee . The Magic of TransformationMy guest Crystal Lee is a powerhouse of energy, light and positivity. For over 20 years she has traveled the world serving our country in the US military. First as a Technical Sergeant with the Defense Information Systems Agency and culminating her military career in April 2020 as a Network Systems Architect with the Defense Intelligence Agency. As a child, Crystal loved acting, singing, and creating characters. Her mother, who is Filipino and her father, who is of German/English descent, had encouraged and nurtured her creativity from an early age and so she resumed her love of...
2022-03-1556 min
19StoriesJames Picard . An Artful OdysseyMy guest today, James Picard, is a master painter, poet, filmmaker and humanitarian, who originally hails from Burlington, Ontario Canada and now makes his home between Vancouver, BC and Studio City, California. He's been creating works of art since his childhood which led him to study in Ontario at Sheridan College and the Ontario College of Art & Design to become a world-renowned artist working in various mediums. James has also taught art at several renowned art universities and has released three books of his art. His work has been exhibited next to world-renowned art legends such as Picasso, Matisse, M...
2022-03-0158 min
19StoriesChristine Powers . Activating Leaders & Embracing TransformationThe guest joining me today is Christine Powers who describes herself as an "activator" for business and thought leaders who are longing to know themselves deeper and step into the next level of their service on the planet. Melding 30 years of expertise in marketing, design, branding, PR, communications, and fundraising, in 2018 Christine created the Philosophers Camp -- a "summer camp" for leaders, inspired by the 1858 Philosophers Camp led by Ralph Waldo Emerson and William Stillman. The Philosophers Camp offers fellowship, wilderness exploration, a cross-pollination of ideas, and restoration of bodies and souls. It's located on a beautiful 100-ac...
2022-02-1957 min
19StoriesEncore Presentation: Eric JacksonTo honor and celebrate Black History Month, I'm releasing an encore presentation of one of my very first episodes with Eric Jackson who is a true American treasure! Whether you've listened to his story before or are listening for the first time, I think you'll agree with me just how special Eric's contributions to Jazz music education, producing and broadcasting are.✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, 19stories.libsyn.com and all your favorite audio platforms🎙 Remember to Like, Review and Share. It's greatly appreciated! For feedback or a story idea: 19stories@soundsatchelstudios.com
2022-02-0559 min
19StoriesMarisa Blake . A Voice of VersatilityMy guest today, Marisa Blake, is a Bi-lingual voice and on-camera actor, voicing everything from commercials to audiobooks and eLearning narration in both Spanish and English. She's also the set designer, camera operator and Host for Independent Arts Music Asheville (IamAvl) that brings the Echo Sessions to PBS; a live performance music show that's now in its 5th Season. Marisa is immersed in the Asheville music scene as an incredibly talented singer, quitarist and keeps the rhythm for several local bands as their drummer. She's known to the residents of Asheville as the voice of WLOS TV Ne...
2022-01-2952 min
The Voice Over JunctionEpisode 09: Profile - Cheryl HollingCheryl Holling is a voice actor, podcast producer, and host living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Growing up in a household of music and acting, she was immersed in the arts from a very young age, and that has been a common thread throughout her entire life. In today's episode of The Voice Over Junction, we take a look at Cheryl's life in the arts and her journey through voice over in our new (occasional) series entitled, "Profiles." We had such a fun chat, and I know you're going to enjo...
2022-01-2555 min
19StoriesDavid Toback . Overcoming Challenges and Rediscovering PurposeMy guest, David Toback, is a voice actor specializing in Commercials, eLearning and Video Games. As a former student of the Global Voice Acting Academy, known in the VO industry as the GVAA, he found another purpose and calling as the co-creator of the GVAA Rate Guide; a highly respected and invaluable resource serving the voiceover industry. In addition to maintaining the guide and coaching actors one-on-one on how to best use it, David is the Chief Operating Officer for the Academy. Prior to voiceover, David explored many paths that were filled with obstacles, challenges, and...
2022-01-2257 min
MG Book PartyGary D. Schmidt - A Mini MFA From a Master, and The Death Of Holling HoodhoodThe opportunity to do this interview with Newbery Honoree and New York Times Bestselling author Gary D. Schmidt was one of the great honors of our professional lives! Were you hoping to get a mini-MFA from this master of middle grade storytelling? You've come to the right episode. You'll notice this one is longer than usual, and we're grateful for every gracious minute Gary shared with us. Learn about Gary's thoughtful, unique writing process. Gain more insights into his characters, and feel the genuine goodness of Gary as a person. We spend extra time on a deep dive discussion...
2022-01-101h 11
19StoriesYolanda Spearman . Bold Voices, Relentless ExecutionYolanda Spearman, hails from and lives in the Motor city, otherwise known as Detroit Michigan, and is a female African American voiceover described as bold, powerful, thoughtful and always Black Girl Magical! When she's not behind the mic voicing for the hundreds of broadcast and non-broadcast projects she's worked on, she is working her magic in her other business as a corporate trainer and speaker with such renowned companies like Harley-Davidson and the Ford Motor Company. Having once taught first grade, Yolanda is an advocate of life-long learning and has an inherent passion for helping p...
2022-01-0853 min
Jimmy IV SexyCoolLoungeLiving in Our Truth and AuthenticityIt’s Jimmy IV’s Birthday and there’s a special guest host for episode 37. Guest hosting in the sexy Cool Lounge is Cheryl Holling and her guest Walter Gainer II. Listen in as they discuss the work that Walter is doing in the fight for racial equity, how "doing it on your own is overrated and outdated" and how changing our identity to make others feel comfortable doesn't have to be a choice. Especially as we live into our truth and authenticity in this New year!03:20 - what sexy cool means to Walter07:26...
2022-01-0734 min
19StoriesJen Keefe . New Year New ConversationWelcome to the first episode of 2022. For those of you listening for the first time, 19Stories is about women and men from all walks of life overcoming extraordinary things in their everyday lives. Their will to live, press-on & press-through either this current climate of fear, or something else, and move into a future filled with hope. We've made it to another year and I certainly hope you and your family are doing well and that you were able to enjoy your Christmas and holiday. I realize it may have been a very different one for many of us...
2022-01-0158 min
19StoriesCheryl Holling . A Christmas Message of HopeI'm checking in after being on a 3-week hiatus to offer a Christmas message of Hope and Encouragement.
2021-12-2203 min
19StoriesLeah Marks & Nic Redman . The Duo Behind The Voiceover SocialNic Redman and Leah Marks are the co-hosts and creators of the Longest running, most listened to and reviewed podcast in the UK, 'The Voiceover Social', which won the Inspiration Award at this years One Voice Awards, and was also was Runner up in the 2021 International Women's Podcast Awards, a 2021 British Podcasts Awards Nominee, a Finalist in the 2021 'Podcasting for Business Awards' and a SOVAS Arts Awards Nominee. Separately, they are a treasure trove of talent as well. Originally hailing from Manchester, England, Leah Marks has amassed quite the voiceover career including appearances in several Radio 4 plays,T...
2021-11-2759 min
19StoriesNic Redman & Leah Marks . TeaserNic Redman and Leah Marks of The VO Social; the award-winning and most popular podcast in the United Kingdom, join me for a full-length episode which drops next Saturday, November 27. In the meantime, here's a bit of the fun (and challenges) I had while chatting with these two hi-octane ladies from across the Pond. Grab a cup of tea and get a taste of what's in store. For more of their witty banter, to learn about Nic and Leah and to listen to their VO Social podcast, go to https://www.thevosocial.com/
2021-11-2007 min
19StoriesHeather Hansen O'Neill . Overcoming Fear and Embracing Adventure Heather Hansen O'Neill is a business and motivational coach, Tedx presenter, author of the books 'Find Your Fire at Forty' and 'Teams on Fire'. For over 19 years Heather's company has helped clients from entrepreneurs of new businesses, to Fortune 100 companies improve their relationships and lead more effectively in a rapidly changing corporate environment. She's been a guest expert on NBC, ABC, the CW, and FOX. She's also the host of 'Choices Live!' that airs Monday's on LinkedIn, and creator and host of the weekly podcast, 'From Fear to Fire': Secrets to Overcome F...
2021-11-1348 min
19StoriesStacey Simms . Bridging Media and Diabetes AwarenessStacey Simms, is an award-winning broadcaster, podcaster, voiceover actor and speaker. She produces and hosts the weekly podcast, Diabetes Connections. Stacey has been named to the Charlotte Business Journal's Forty under 40 and as one of the 50 Most Influential Women in Mecklenburg County by the Mecklenburg Times. She is a well-known and highly rated speaker, addressing groups on topics including diabetes, parenting and media. For more than a decade, Stacey hosted Charlotte's top-rated morning radio news show and worked as a TV news anchor and reporter in Charlotte, NC and in Syracuse and Utica, Ne...
2021-11-0654 min
19StoriesPaulinda Babbini . Ovarian Cancer Awareness AdvocateMy guest, Paulinda Babbini has been in the digital imaging business for over 40 years. She is originally from Valley Stream, New York, relocated to Los Angeles in 1975 and currently lives in the Hollywood Hills, in Los Angeles, CA. As the mother of two beautiful children, her life was turned upside down in 2004 when her 17 year old daughter, Robin was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Robin vigorously fought the battle but lost her dynamic life in 2006 at the age of 20! To honor Robin's memory and shine a light on her legacy, Paulinda founded THE OVARIAN CANCER CIRCLE...
2021-10-3046 min
19StoriesCheryl Holling . She Podcasts Live! RecapFrom Santa Rosa, CA, this is 19 Stories, I'm Cheryl Holling For those of you who may be joining me for the first time, 19Stories is about women and men from all walks of life doing the extraordinary in their everyday. Their will to live, press-on & press-through their personal fears and move into a future filled with hope. So Hello and welcome to a brief recap of the She Podcasts Live! Conference that I attended last week in Scottsdale AZ For those of you who do not podcast you may be wondering why I...
2021-10-2308 min
19StoriesCheryl Holling . She Podcasts LIVE! BoundI look forward to sharing what I glean from She Podcasts LIVE! conference. Have a beautiful week everyone!
2021-10-1301 min
19StoriesVal Kelly . Talking with SquackyMy guest, Val Kelly, is a bi-lingual English and French voice actor, entrepreneur, wife, mother and podcast producer & host of the 'Live with Squacky' podcast. Her voice over career includes voicing toys from the 'FurRealFriends' series of toys, the voice of Fuzzy, in a film by the same name, various cartoon characters and pretty much anything character-based! In addition to being a Voice actress, Val is the Owner/President/CEO/Executive Producer of Mid-Atlantic Voiceover, LLC. and is the Executive Producer for the Mid-Atlantic Voiceover conference, affectionately known as MAVO, which she launched in 2014. S...
2021-10-0650 min
19StoriesJessica Yanez . Wine & ChismeMy guest joining me on 19Stories is Jessica Yañez. She is the creator, host and producer of the The Wine & Chisme Podcast which was created to share the stories of everyday people doing extraordinary things to serve their community. Jessica brings her love for wine and passion for storytelling together to highlight the stories that need to be told in communities of color. She's also created the first and most comprehensive list of Latine-owned wine brands based in the U.S. Her motto "We Not Only Work the Land, We Own the Brand". Jessi...
2021-10-0251 min
19StoriesJimmy IV . Sexy Cool LoungeJimmy IV is the host and creator of the Sexy Cool Lounge, an inspirational podcast spreading positive energy and good vibes into the universe through personal discovery, empowerment and self love awareness. Everyone needs a reminder, once in a while, to love themselves, love others, show support, and believe in what the universe has to offer. His genuine, unique and uplifting podcast discusses self-confidence and putting good vibes into the universe so you can get good vibes back! Let's get some good vibes into our day by welcoming Jimmy IV to 19 Stories… You may...
2021-09-2552 min
19StoriesMandy Brooks . Journey to IdlewildMandy Brooks is a performance and recording artist, singer/songwriter, & winner of the 2018 Josie Music awards for Christian/Gospel female artist of the year and has been nominated each consecutive year thereafter, including nominations in 4 different categories for the 2021 Awards. She is the founder of Women in Music Collective & Christian Creative Collective. Mandy is also a coach for creative ministries & individuals through her own practice "Uncaged". In 2017, after the Tubbs Fire decimated parts of Napa, Sonoma and Lake Counties, which was the most destructive wildfire in California history at the time, Mandy penned the song "Com...
2021-09-1847 min
19StoriesJorge Antonio Renaud . Prison AbolistionistPlease be advised that this episode discusses sensitive material regarding sexual assault which may be a trigger for some people & therefore not suitable for all listeners. My guest , Jorge Antonio Renaud is the National Criminal Justice Director for Latino Justice, formerly known as the Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund, a New York-based national civil rights organization with the goal of changing discriminatory practices via advocacy and litigation. He has a BS in Psychology from Sam Houston State University; a Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin; was the 2020 Poet i...
2021-09-1152 min
Journey to ThereStart Where You Are: Moving From Fear to HopeDuring this last year, Covid taught us that we don’t have control over our lives. We are living through anger, pain, sadness, and many other emotions including one of our most powerful emotions, vulnerability. The guest of today’s episode is Cheryl Holling, an award winning voice over talent and host of the podcast 19 Stories; From Fear to Hope. In today’s conversation, she shares why life is just beginning at 55 and how she is using her voice to create a platform for other people’s stories to be heard. In This Episode: [07:08] Cheryl’s early radio...
2021-09-0146 min
Journey to ThereStart Where You Are: Moving From Fear to HopeDuring this last year, Covid taught us that we don’t have control over our lives. We are living through anger, pain, sadness, and many other emotions including one of our most powerful emotions, vulnerability. The guest of today’s episode is Cheryl Holling, an award winning voice over talent and host of the podcast 19 Stories; From Fear to Hope. In today’s conversation, she shares why life is just beginning at 55 and how she is using her voice to create a platform for other people’s stories to be heard. In This Episode: [07:08] Cheryl’s early radio days started when she de...
2021-09-0146 min
19StoriesJim Cooper . Cancer CaregivingMy next guest is a veteran radio personality, voice actor, author, book publisher and drummer. He cut his on-air personality at KILT in Houston (1980). Was on air talent, production & music manager at WMLP & WOEZ-FM in Pennsylvania. In Central New Jersey, he hosted, wrote and produced a syndicated film review radio program called 'All That Glitters' that aired on WCTC and WMGQ. These days his voiceover credentials run the gamut from audiobooks, E-Learning Modules, Corporate Explainer videos, radio promos and phone messaging systems. He's also the creator, producer & host of 'The Hydrant', an...
2021-08-2845 min
19StoriesMark Atteberry . The Business of ActingMark Atteberry is a Renaissance Man in the truest sense of the word. From his humble beginnings growing up on a Dairy Farm in Sonoma County, CA, to a 30-year career in entertainment as an award-winning actor, director, renown photographer, entrepreneur and acting coach, Mark's versatility is truly remarkable. Mark began his career as a professional musician, playing both trombone and keyboards and after graduating from Biola University with a degree in music, traveling the country and playing in numerous pit orchestras, the acting bug bit and he made the transition to Stage, Film and te...
2021-08-211h 07Jimmy IV SexyCoolLoungeStraighten Your Crown on Days That It's Crooked with Cheryl HollingEnjoy the vibe on this episode between Jimmy IV and Cheryl Holling as they deep dive into the importance of knowing “Your Why” and how believing in yourself is essential to becoming a successful entrepreneur.02:30 - What sexy cool means to Cheryl04:45 - her creative parents and background07:55 - the story of the satchel11:05 - the 19 stories podcast18:00 - an entrepreneur as a voice over artist26:31 - how to get into the voice over field28:20 - believing in yourselfSHOW LINKS:Webs...
2021-08-2037 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 25 Micah ThomasThe guest joining me today is the CEO of Megaleio Media and CEO and Founder of Storymore, a new audio streaming service offering a diverse variety of audio stories that include drama, comedy and family friendly content. He is also an advocate in creating content for the blind and visually impaired and how the audio industry is represented within that community. With over 17 years of combined broadcasting, video editing, sound engineering, marketing, graphic and web design, Micah has developed a strong foundation in the creative content field that assists in driving innovation in brand building. ...
2021-07-3151 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 24 Lillian RachelLillian Rachel is one of the United Kingdom's finest exports! She grew up in East Anglia and moved north to Durham before marrying a US military man and hopping between Europe and North America and now calls the Washington D.C. area her home. If you're an avid listener of audiobooks than you more than likely know this gifted actor as she has voiced close to 40 audiobooks, documentaries, numerous commercial, corporate and e-learning projects and is a featured cast member in several audio dramas on the new Audio Drama streaming service, Storymore. Among o...
2021-07-2453 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 23 Shana BullThe guest joining me today on 19 Stories is the owner of Shana Bull Digital Marketing. She's also a best-selling Children's Book Author of 'Randall the Blue Spider Goes Surfing'; a book she co-wrote with her son Ryeson when he was just two years old! Her official title, if you will, is Digital Storyteller because she's passionate about helping brands connect with their audience, and tell their unique story through digital media. She specializes in working with wine, food, & travel brands, marketing agencies, and local businesses in California. She's been named one of...
2021-07-1755 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 22 Traci DeForgeMy guest today is an international podcast expert, sought after speaker and media contributor. She's been featured on all the major networks in addition to Fortune.com, American Express Open and is a member of the Rolling Stone Culture Council and on the Editorial Advisory Board of The Podcast Business Journal. She is the Founder of Produce Your Podcast, a premier podcast consulting & production agency and creator and host of the podcast 'Journey to There', Executive Producer of The Personal Finance Podcast Network , Co-Host of both The Talking Finance Podcast and the "Ask Brien Radio Show", a 3 t...
2021-07-1050 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode One Encore PresentationJuly 8, 2020 I released my first full episode of my podcast 19Stories: from Fear to Hope. I could not have had a more delightful, insightful and fun guest than Jen Keefe. Jen also holds a special place in my heart as she was my "accountability buddy" at the time and was the one who encouraged me and gave me the diplomatic "kick in the tushy" to face my own fear and move into the hope that the stories in my podcast would have ears that want and need to hear them! In honor of m...
2021-07-0353 min
19Stories19 Stories: Pilot Encore Presentation Hard to believe it was one year ago that I launched my podcast 19Stories: from Fear to Hope. Then again the idea was birthed many years before with a different name but similar concept. It took a pandemic to move beyond my own fear; fear of what others would think, fear of looking like a beginner (I was) and fear that I wouldn't be consistent with my content (I wasn't) and yet I launched knowing that hearing people stories was way more important than my fear. I knew that these stories would serve as a sort of "audio journal" of...
2021-06-2909 min
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 21 Krysta Wallrauch Today I'm joined by the incredibly talented and humble Krysta Wallrauch; the recipient of the 2020 VO Atlanta Unicorn Award, Society of Voice Arts and Sciences Award Winner and a 2021 Reed Awards Finalist. In addition to recently signing with one of the most revered voiceover agencies in the business, Atlas Talent, she reprised her role of Grandma Yeti in the second installment of 'Junga and the Dancing Yeti' that premiered May 25th on YouTube. Join me as I welcome Krysta Wallrauch to 19Stories... If you'd like to contact Krysta, you can reach her via the following: Business email: krysta@krystawallrauch.com Busi...
2021-05-2952 min
19Stories19Stories: Episode 20 Clara HarrisMy guest today is a stage and screen actor, writer, and audio drama maven. Clara's writing includes essays and plays for stage and audio drama and her stage plays have been shortlisted and recognized nationally and internationally. In 2014, she was honored by the Kentucky Arts Council with the Emerging Artist Award, Playwright and her writing is a regular feature in the audio drama podcast, Night Owl Theatre and she is the producer and host of the "Yoga with Clara" podcast. She is a grantee of the Kentucky Foundation for Women, working on an audio drama s...
2021-05-2259 min
19Stories19Stories: Episode 19 Mark NeelyThe guest joining me today, is a voice actor and coach that has come to recent prominence with an ad campaign that he voiced for a major brand that ran during this year's Super Bowl game. For 8 years prior to launching his own media company, he was in corporate sales in the Aerospace industry when he happened to sign p for an introductory voiceover class that would change the trajectory of his career and life. In 2007, he launched his own media company; Mark Neely Media, and in addition to voice acting has been in numerous...
2021-05-011h 00
19Stories19 Stories: Episode 18 Rhonda PhillipsMy guest today began as a radio broadcaster and producer before transitioning into voicing thousands of radio and television commercials, e-Learning modules and corporate trainings. You may have welcomed her voice into your home, car, work or computer without even knowing it. She's also an acting coach and the creator of IntroductionToVoiceover, a 3-hour self paced course for beginners, "Straight Talk About Talking' which covers the basics of what it really takes to start a career in voiceover and the monthly webinar series, Late Night Secrets; a networking community of Actors Helping Actors.
2021-04-2459 min
19StoriesJessica Kupferman . She PodcastsFrom Santa Rosa, CA, this is 19Stories, I'm Cheryl Holling My guest today is a marketing and sales expert. She's also the co-host and co-founder of the She Podcasts podcast, CEO and Co-Founder of She Podcasts; the Largest Women's Podcasting Community, which currently supports over 18,000 female podcasters and has a digital marketing reach of over 55,000 content creators, and the Event Planner for She Podcasts LIVE. Then in October of 2020 ShePodcasts launched the Super Squad; a podcasting membership-based online community where no podcaster is left behind, no question too obvious and no problem unsolved. She...
2021-04-1055 min
19StoriesWalter Gainer II . Boss LocksWalter Gainer II has a diverse background in Digital Marketing, IT and Project Management. In 2018, Walter founded Boss Locks Media where, among other endeavors, he produces and hosts The Boss Locks Podcast, BossLocksJournal, Buy Black Friday; where he encourages people to buy from black owned businesses and entrepreneurs and weekly Clubhouse forums on Working While Black. Boss Locks Media aims to educate, empower and create opportunities for black people to access resources and grow in their journey. their mission is to raise the bar for racial equity and the way people are respected in professional environments. I'm delighted to have Walt...
2021-03-2058 min
19StoriesBrian "Doc" Dougherty . Pro Audio SpecialistMy guest Brian "doc" Dougherty has a diverse background as a percussion director, musician, teacher and for the past decade has specialized in Pro Audio sales and marketing for some of the most well-respected names in the business. he is currently the Key Account Manager and Musical Instrument Retail Expert for Sennheiser Electronic Corporation. In 2018, Sennheiser awarded Brian both the 20 Years of eVolution Award and the Vice President's Award for outstanding company and customer service for exemplifying their company values of integrity, respect, empathy, passion and excellence...to name a few. In addition to being t...
2021-02-281h 00
19StoriesSarah McLeod . Bigmouth VoicesSarah McLeod has extensive experience working in the film and television industry for over 20 years as an actress, voice over artist, teacher, producer and now agent. Known to many as the Hobbit, Rosie Cotton, who married Samwise Gamgee (played by Sean Astin) in the Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) and has appeared in many other notable acting roles. Her daughter Maisy played Rosie and Sam's son in the first film of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. After seeing a need for an online voiceover booking sys...
2021-02-2053 min
19StoriesJodi Krangle . Audio BrandingJodi Krangle is a singer, songwriter, voice artist, host and producer of the podcast 'Audio Branding, the Hidden Gem of Marketing', a member of the Filk music and acoustic trio Urban Tapestry, a SOVAS Award Winner, self-taught computer nerd, website designer and creator ofd the Muses Muse; a well-known songwriting resource website. Jodi's first voiceover work was in 1995 when she spent a year in a volunteer position with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) creating books on tape. Any by tape, she means reel to reel "tape". In 2007 she ventured into voiceover work f...
2021-01-3050 min
19StoriesBianca Broos . Be Better NetworkWith over 15 years of experience under her belt, Bianca Broos brings a fresh, collaborative experience to the world of business. she activates executives, entrepreneurs and leaders into flourishing work they can provide to the world. Bianca is also the Vice President of Sonoma County Professional Women, an organization founded & run by women. Their mission is to connect with women from all professions. Whether they are entrepreneurs or are working for someone else's business, the idea is to give women a space where personal connections can be at the center of their networking, while also impacting one another pr...
2021-01-2356 min
19StoriesLaura Wills Mooney . The "Soul" of Social WorkLaura Wills Mooney has been acting on stage throughout her life. After completing graduate school, she worked as a clinical social worker for Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, eventually serving as Chief of Psychiatric Work at their Richmond facility in California's East Bay. After her retirement, she studied improvisational theater at Bay Area theater Sports in San Francisco, also known as BATS, voiceover at Voice One In San Francisco and is now immersed in the world of audiobook narration. Laura joins 19Stories on the eve of the release of Pixar's new animated feature, Soul, of which L...
2021-01-0158 min
19StoriesKay Bess . Exceptional Voice ActingFinding your voice in the world is never easy. It's even more daunting if you're Kay Bess, having had a severe stutter as a child. her perseverance in overcoming that obstacle not only allowed her to find her voice, but also an expansive career as a voice actor. Over her 35+ year career, Kay has consistently booked VO gigs in commercial, narration and has done promos for every major network as well as major news stations. Several years ago she dove headlong into the world of gaming and animation and now has an impressive list of credits in tha...
2020-12-251h 06
19StoriesNicole Britton . Walking on StiltsFor over 20 years Nicole Britton has been an actor and voice talent with a portfolio that encompasses an impressive body of work. After graduating from the University of Colorado, she moved to New York and then to Los Angeles and worked in film, television and voiceover. Nicole was also the lead singer of a rock band and co-wrote several music placement projects. To add to her treasure of talent, she is a multi-instrumentalist, playing the ukulele, piano, mandolin, guitar and shaker egg. Nicole currently resides outside of Atlanta, GA where she...
2020-12-1658 min
19StoriesEight Collective VoicesThis week on 19 Stories, I take a bit of a spin on my traditional interview format by welcoming five women from across the U.S. and one in the UK to lend their voices of what it's like to hold onto hope during these challenging times: Bobbi Franklin host Petty Daydreams Rahseeda host of Real & Random Joanna Rawbone host of Flourishing Introvert Talks Yvette Walker host of Positively Joy Andrea Johnson host of Intentional Optimists If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 19 Stories wherever you l...
2020-08-2921 min
19StoriesSeven Michael & Donna Meyer . Squirrel Haus ArtsMichael "Bear" Meyer is originally from Los Angeles, Ca and a veteran of the music industry, getting his start in retail & wholesale distribution in 1970, then as a consultant for some of the most prominent domestic and international record labels and recording artist's in the business prior ending his 42 year career in 2002. Donna "Spidie" Meyer is a Jersey girl, originally hailing from Maplewood, NJ. Over the years she has worked as an Art Director for numerous commercial and non-profit companies, traveled the world while using her art to document its landscapes and is now an artist, p...
2020-08-2256 min
19StoriesGeorge Washington III . VO EvolutionGeorge Washington III is a voice actor with over 17 years of experience after spending 20+ years in the IT industry. His diverse body of work ranges from radio spots for the Carolina Panthers to national television commercials. He says his proudest moment was becoming one of the voices of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture in Washington DC. Music has also been a big part of his life from childhood and he's used his gift in the opera and classical music worlds, most notably with the use of his beautiful bass-baritone as a regular p...
2020-08-1557 min
19StoriesSteve Bach . 8 Keys RecordsSteve Bach is an American keyboardist, accordionist, composer and musical director. He has a had a long and illustrious career as a jazz pianist and has performed and worked with man well-known musical artists from a wide variety of genres. Steve has recorded 7 albums of contemporary jazz and toured with his own band. He is also the founder of 8 Keys Records; a self-release record label. Currently Steve is the Musical Director of one of the most successful Cirque du Soleil shows "Crystal". Which will resume touring in 2021. If you enjoyed this e...
2020-08-0859 min
19StoriesFayth Koga . RelaxocatFayth Koga was born in Chicago, raised in Los Angeles, and a Chicagoan since 1995. Having worked as a tech consultant, with a focus on Operations and Finance, for the past two decades she left that world after the start-up she was working for was acquired in 2015. Fayth took that opportunity to step away from consulting altogether and take an indefinite period of time off to decide, in her words, what "she wanted to be when she grew up". As a lover of music, photography and art, over the years she's written about all of th...
2020-08-011h 01
19StoriesEric Jackson . Dean of Jazz RadioEric Jackson has been a fixture on the New England airwaves for almost five decades. In addition to be ing an award winning announcer and producer, Eric holds the title of Dean of Boston Jazz Radio. He is currently part-time Professor of African-American Studies on the faculty in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities at Northeastern University where he is also a co-host of the Friends of John Coltrane Memorial Concert; which is the world's oldest annual performance tribute to the musical and spiritual legacy of John Coltrane and is now in its 43rd year.
2020-07-251h 00
19StoriesLiz Atherton . Cast VoicesJoin me as I talk with Liz Atherton who is a veteran of the talent business with more than 30 years experience as the founder of one the top talent agencies in the industry, as well as an enthusiastic and passionate Tech Entrepreneur and Founder of CastVoices.com which will be launching in the Fall of 2020. She'll share her personal story and message of hope and her excitement of launching a dream business in the midst of this pandemic. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 19 Stories wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts...
2020-07-1555 min
19StoriesJen Keefe . Real Women's Work19 Stories is about ordinary men and women doing the extraordinary in the everyday; their will to live, press on & press-through this climate of fear and move into a future filled with hope. On Episode One, I welcome Jen Keefe who is a wife, mother, home-school teacher and blogger and an award winning Voiceover Talent Specializing in e-learning, explainer videos, and corporate narrations. She's also the producer and host of the podcast 'Real Women's Work' a podcast all about how women work. From stay-at-home moms to entrepreneurs, from courtroom reporters and communication a...
2020-07-0852 min
19Stories19 StoriesPilot Episode of 19 Stories: from Fear to Hope 19Stories is about women and men working in various creative endeavors having overcome extraordinary things in their everyday lives. We talk about their challenges, successes and the tools they use to press-on & press-through their fears and move into a future filled with hope. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 19 Stories wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. It would be greatly appreciated if you gave a nice review and shared this episode well :-) To give feedback or a story...
2020-06-2908 min