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Flourish As You AgeSinging Our Way Into Flourishing: Encore Creativity + Pasadena VillagesComments? Send me a text message.This month’s podcast episode tells the story of how two remarkable organizations—Encore Creativity, the nation’s largest choral program for older adults, and Pasadena Villages, a thriving part of the Village Movement—came together to launch a new singing ensemble in Southern California.At first glance, it’s a story about a choir. But look closer and it becomes a story about aging well, intergenerational collaboration, and the power of music to lift health, joy, and well-being.You’ll hear from the leaders...
2025-09-1621 min
The Encore EffectWelcome to the Encore Effect!Join Encore Creativity CEO Joshua Vickery as he introduces our new podcast, celebrating the power of music and its influence on life after retirement. Discover inspiring stories, expert insights, and the joy of creativity at every age!
2025-08-1401 min
The Brazilian Shirt Name PodcastWorld Club Cup PreviewWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/gf2Ceaa0mKkThe 2025 FIFA Club World Cup gets underway in the United States on Saturday, 14th of June.Played under a new format, the month-long tournament will now take place once every four years rather than annually.The competition was previously contested by only seven teams but will now feature 32.Once described as a "mistake" by former Fifa president Sepp Blatter, the revamp has been as significant as it is controversial.Dotun Adebayo and Tim Vickery are joined by Mi...
2025-06-1457 min
Silver Screen SocialJoshua Raymond Lee & David O. Rogers - RipleyOn this episode, I spoke to editors Joshua Raymond Lee and David O. Rogers about their work on Ripley.
David O. Rogers has worked in film and television post production for over 25 years, learning the business as an assistant editor on projects large and small - Men In Black, Chinese Coffee, Garden State, The Stepford Wives, The Night Of. After writing and directing (and editing) some successful short films, including the award-winning The Light of Eons, he has stepped into the editor’s role in films and episodic shows, including Halston (as additional editor), the indie feature No Name R...
2024-06-2139 min
Growing BolderGrowing Bolder: CEO of Encore Creativity Joshua Vickery; Motivational Coach Dr. James Smith, Jr.Creativity may be the most important trait we have as we age. Creative people live longer and they live better. We speak with Joshua Vickery, CEO of Encore Creativity.
2023-12-1751 min
Oportuno Chinese050 - 极简主义者的财富 - The Minimalist’s Wealth简约主义者的财富》一书的读后感，探讨了真正的财富不在于过多的东西，而在于丰富的家庭、朋友和内心的平静。
The Reading, of the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth" explores the idea that true wealth is not in the excess of things but in the richness of family, friends, and inner peace.
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2023-11-2835 min
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2023-11-1739 minGrowing BolderGrowing Bolder: Musician Marlon Hoffman; Encore Creativity CEO Joshua VickeryVaried life experiences move 68-year-old Marlon Hoffman to create music that inspires audiences and has made him a hit on the LA music scene. He shares his journey.
2023-04-3050 minGrowing BolderGrowing Bolder: Encore Creativity CEO Joshua Vickery; Musician Marlon Hoffman; Motivational Coach Dr. James Smith, Jr.Of all the different personality traits you could have, creativity may be the most important as we age. Creative people not only live longer, they live better. Joshua Vickery, the CEO of Encore Creativity, uses his voice to raise the voices of others, who may never have thought themselves creative.Marlon Hoffman is a musician, actor, and counselor who has always followed his heart, from his experience as a suicide rescue counselor, a psychologist who worked with terminally ill children, to actor and acting coach. Now, at the age of 68, he is living yet another ...
2022-10-2300 min
Answers For Elders Radio NetworkCelebrating Joy With Encore CreativitySuzanne shares her personal story about chorale singing at the time she lost her father. The sense of community from her choir helped prevent her from becoming isolated, supporting one another, a group that held her up and embraced her. There is so much grief with seniors dealing with transitions, letting go of their homes, or perhaps lost someone during the pandemic. Joshua Vickery, CEO of Encore Creativity for Older Adults, joins Suzanne to talk about similar stories by members of the group. The power of music, being part of something bigger than yourself, transports you to...
2022-08-1313 min
Answers For Elders Radio NetworkEncore Creativity: Singing For SeniorsEncore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation's largest choral organization for adults over the age of 55. They are just now coming to the greater Seattle area. Encore Creativity is a chorale celebration, bringing seniors together to sing and express themselves. Joshua Vickery, CEO of Encore Creativity, and local conductor Dr. Natalie Lerch join Suzanne to talk about the program. Based in Maryland, Encore has 15 Chorales and 6 Encore ROCKS rock & roll choruses in the metropolitan Baltimore-Washington area, as well as a chorale in New York City. Encore's newest program is the Sentimental Journey Singers (SJS) for individuals w...
2022-08-1313 min
Rodger ThatRecapturing Memories Through Dementia Choir :: Joshua VickeryIn this foot-tapping episode, Bobbi & Mike talk with Joshua Vickery, Executive Director of Encore Creativity for Older Adults. We learn how Joshua uses music to engage people living with dementia and tap into their memories of beloved songs. Don't forget to subscribe, download, and review to share your thoughts about the show! To find out more about Bobbi and Mike or the inspiration behind this podcast, Rodger That, head over to rodgerthat.show. ***************************************** Rodger That is produced by Missing Link—a podcast media company that is dedicated to connecting people to in...
2022-04-0532 min
Silver Screen SocialAlice Brooks - Tick, Tick... Boom! & In the HeightsOn this episode, we welcome Alice Brooks, cinematographer of Tick, Tick... Boom! & In the Heights.
Tick, Tick... Boom! was directed by Lin Manuel Miranda. It stars Andrew Garfield, Robin de Jesús, Alexandra Shipp, Joshua Henry, Judith Light, and Vanessa Hudgens.
In the Heights was directed by Jon M. Chu. It stars Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera, Olga Merediz, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Gregory Diaz IV and Jimmy Smits.
2021-12-1120 min
Our Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 18: Power Through PartnershipRosene Johnson, Executive Director of PACE Center for Girls, joins Joshua Vickery as they discuss the change-making power of the arts and the partnership that strengthens it.
2020-12-1827 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 15: The Arts Choose UsCFCArts resident music therapist Ashley Lewis joins Joshua Vickery as she explores "the pull" of the arts on our lives and how it ultimately led to her career in the arts today.
2020-09-0429 min
Barre Talk with Robert HillJoshua VickeryJoshua Vickery, Founder and Executive Director of Central Florida Community Arts, joins Robert Hill on this week’s Barre Talk. CFCArts strives to make the arts affordable and accessible and uses the arts as a catalyst to create change in the community in a variety of ways. Joshua and Robert talk about the partnership between Orlando Ballet and CFCArts, the arts community in Orlando, and Joshua’s journey into the arts.
2020-07-2839 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 13: The FoundersChoir teacher, worship leader, and co-founder of CFCArts, Jonathan Cole joins Joshua Vickery as they discuss the beginnings of what we now know as Central Florida Community Arts.
2020-07-2429 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 12: Becoming FearlessMusic and theatre teacher Erin Boone joins Joshua Vickery to reminisce on her defining moments as an educator in her journey of becoming fearless.
2020-07-1728 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 11: A Gift to ShareArtist and educator Jamaal Solomon joins Joshua Vickery to tell his story of performance through church, military, and within the "juggernaut" of CFCArts. Originally recorded in late June, 2020.
2020-07-1029 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 9: Theatre for AllJoshua Vickery joins Leah Porrata, CFCArts Director of Education, Youth Programs & Academy, as they take a look back at her theatre influences, artistic impact, and stories of change-making within the organization. This episode was recorded in early May 2020.
2020-06-2631 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 8: Rediscovering Your MusicianshipCFCArts board member and orchestra musician LaTasha Barnes joins Joshua Vickery to discuss her artistic journey in picking up her flute again. This podcast was recorded in early May.
2020-06-1928 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 7: Fostering GrowthFormer CFCArts board chair Sara Brady joins Joshua Vickery to discuss the business side of growing a performing arts non-profit. Originally recorded in early May, 2020.
2020-06-1234 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 6: One TeacherDonald Rupe, Founder and Director of the CFCArts Theatre, joins Joshua Vickery to talk about how one committed performing arts teacher changed his life, sending him on a journey to become a theatre director and writer. Originally recorded in early May, 2020.
2020-06-0538 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 4: Arts for All YouthJoshua Vickery interviews Katherine Gray, founder of the children and youth arts programs at CFCArts. She discusses the beginnings of building a safe and welcoming home for students of all ages and the stories that come out of that commitment.
2020-05-2232 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 3: Symphonic Music for the CommunityJoshua Vickery welcomes Justin Muchoney, the Music Director of the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra, to discuss his journey as an artist, conductor, and leader of one of the largest community orchestras in the country.
2020-05-1534 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 2: Arts for Vulnerable CommunitiesJoshua Vickery is joined this week by CFCArts Director of Education Kaileigh Anne Tayek, who oversees program development & research for her organization's work with vulnerable populations.
2020-05-0830 minOur Stories: Art and CommunityEpisode 1: Arts for AllJoshua Vickery, Founder & Executive Director of Central Florida Community Arts, tells the story of this mighty arts nonprofit making a difference in Central Florida.
2020-05-0110 min
GringolândiaGringolândia #22: Flamengo no big 6 da Premier League é loucura?Marcos Felipe e Victor Canedo recebem os jornalistas ingleses Tim Vickery, Nick Ellerby e Joshua Law para analisar a declaração do técnico Jorge Jesus. Até que ponto a afirmação do Mister é descabida? Aprofundamos a discussão de bar e também inauguramos a sessão "Palpites do fim de semana" para os principais jogos no futebol europeu. Mande sua opinião ou sugestões para @gringolandiage e participe!
2019-09-1249 min
The Bright SideHow the Arts Matter to a Healthy Community w/ Joshua VickeryJoshua Vickery, founder and executive director of Central Florida Community Arts joins the Hunters for a fascinating discussion on "How the Arts Matter to a Healthy Community."
2018-11-0200 min
The Other Side Of PotentialEpisode 8: Achieving Balance While Striving For Success, with Joshua VickeryJoshua Vickery is a vocalist, teacher, conductor, director, and arts advocate and is the proud Founder and Executive Director of Central Florida Community Arts which he founded in 2010. The organization consists of about 1100 artists in multiple choirs, an adult and youth symphony orchestra, children/youth arts program, theatre, School of Performing Arts, and arts and wellness initiatives. In a few short years, Joshua has taken CFCA to new heights. He has been named the Arts Educational Professional of the Year by the Florida Arts Education Alliance, Top 3 Arts Advocates by Orlando Weekly, and he is...
2018-08-0854 min
There Are Four Mics: A Star Trek PodcastStar Trek Enterprise 2x19 - Judgment Losing his case in a Klingon tribunal, the Captain of the Enterprise is sent to Rura Penthe, charged with crimes against the Klingon Empire. What's neat about this episode is I can save some time when writing the summary of Star Trek VI: Undiscovered Country when that comes around.. This time we're talking about Archer though. Star Trek: Enterprise 02x19 - Judgement Directed by James L. Conway Teleplay by David A. Goodman, Story by David A. Goodman & Taylor Elmore Guest Stars: J.G. Hertzler, John Vickery, Granville Van Dusen, ...
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