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Healthy Careers(#60) Stay-At-Home Mom to HR Leader in Neurosurgery with Korrie HawkinsIn this inspiring episode of the Healthy Careers Podcast, host Maddie Traylor welcomes Korrie Hawkins, Director of Human Resources at Nebraska Spine + Pain Center, to discuss her powerful transition from stay-at-home mom to HR leader in neurosurgery.Korrie shares how her unique journey—filled with both personal sacrifices and professional resilience—led her to thrive in a high-stakes healthcare environment. With real talk about re-entering the workforce, balancing motherhood, and navigating the evolving demands of HR in private practice, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone balancing family, leadership, and career reinvention.2025-04-2533 min
Bookish Talks with LiaCelebrating Christian Book Month with Korrie Johnson of Good Book MomIn this episode of Bookish Talks with Lia, I’m joined by Korrie Johnson, the founder of Good Book Mom—a go-to resource for Christian families seeking quality, God-honoring reads. Korrie and I talk all things Christian Book Month—what it is, why it matters, and how you can get involved in supporting Christian authors and diving into gospel-centered books. From her faith journey and book curation process to practical recommendations for families, this conversation is full of encouragement and bookish goodness!Episode Highlights:Korrie's journey to faith and the heart behind her plat...2025-04-0739 min
Date Night With the WoodsCounteracting Woke Libraries w/ Korrie JohnsonWe all know reading is vital to our child’s development but don’t always know where to find books that align with our biblical worldview. Join Tony and Bre for a sit down with Korrie Johnson of Good Book Mom to discover the answers to your family’s reading questions. Chat with Bre on Instagram @datenightwiththewoods Follow Tony on Instagram @drtonygwood For videos, old episodes, blog posts, events, and more www.datenightfam.org Pre-order Tony & Bre’s NEW Littl...2025-03-0625 min
Coffee With Carrie: Homeschool PodcastMust Read Alouds in 2025: A Conversation with Korrie JohnsonIs your New Year's Resolution to read aloud more as a family? If so, then make sure you listen to this week's episode. Carrie talks with The Good Book Mom, Korrie Johnson. At The Good Book Mom website and membership, Korrie offers book reviews from A biblical Christian perspective. In this little coffee break, Carrie and Korrie share their favorite read aloud classics (and new classics) for the whole family to enjoy. After this episode, you will have a list of wholesome books to read with your family in 2025. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, get your notebook, put your...2025-01-1644 min
Jerrel Arkes Podcast - B2B Marketing#150 Korrie de Boer over haar B2B marketingplannen voor 2025Korrie de Boer vertelt over haar B2B marketingplan voor 2025. Opgenomen tijdens het B2B Xchange event van NIMA op in Amsterdam.2024-12-1709 min
The Sandy Adams Show#37: Cultivating leadership and building the next generation with Dr. Korrie L. White
If you’re ready to step up your leadership game—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started—this episode is for YOU!
Today’s guest is Dr. Korrie White, a seasoned educator and mentor with over 26 years of experience shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Dr. White breaks down her approach to cultivating leadership in both ourselves and others, drawing from her journey as a teacher, principal, district leader, and mentor.
So today, we’re talking about the success of leadership and how to achieve it.
We dive into the practical...2024-08-1500 min
Leaders Of Transformation502: Own Your Roar: Unlock Your Destiny with Korrie SilverWhat is the ROAR of your heart? How do you bring it to light? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with her longtime friend Korrie Silver, a marketplace minister, transformational coach, best-selling author and business strategist, to explore the profound impact of rediscovering one's identity and destiny. Drawing powerful analogies from the animal kingdom, particularly the collaborative role of lionesses in a pride, Korrie emphasizes the importance of working together in healthy community. Korrie shares her personal journey of overcoming moments of shame and rediscovering her voice through faith. Throughout the episode, Nicole and...2024-07-1636 minLeaders Of Transformation502: Own Your Roar: Unlock Your Destiny with Korrie SilverWhat is the ROAR of your heart? How do you bring it to light? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with her longtime friend Korrie Silver, a marketplace minister, transformational coach, best-selling author and business strategist, to explore the profound impact of rediscovering one's identity and destiny. Drawing powerful analogies from the animal kingdom, particularly the collaborative role of lionesses in a pride, Korrie emphasizes the importance of working together in healthy community. Korrie shares her personal journey of overcoming moments of shame and rediscovering her voice through faith. Throughout the episode, Nicole and...2024-07-1636 min
Kindled Podcast | Truth and Grace, BoldlyMaking a Difference in your Local Library | Korrie Johnson | Ep. 228Today I'm chatting with Korrie Johnson of Good Book Mom about how we can make a difference in our local library! A great and challenging episode for those of us who don't love the library - but for those who do, you'll enjoy it as well!
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GroundedYou Are What You Read? (And a Big Book Giveaway!), with Korrie JohnsonIn this episode, guest Korrie Johnson from Good Book Mom joins the Grounded hosts to share reading recommendations for kids, teenagers, and Christian women.2024-04-1500 min
Teach Them DiligentlyNavigating Christian Book Month and Public Libraries | 277We are so excited for today's episode of the TTD podcast. We have a special guest joining us to explore a thought-provoking topic: Christian Book Month and reclaiming our public libraries. Have you ever wondered how our public library system reached its current state? More importantly, what can Christians do to make a meaningful impact within these community institutions? Joining us today is Korrie Johnson, the founder of Good Book Mom. Since 2019, Korrie has been on a mission to discover books that resonate with both adults and children, all through the lens of a Biblical Christian worldview. Today, we...2024-04-0231 min
Pine Island ExperienceSound Electric, Owner Korrie O’Donnell, Master ElectricianKorrie O’Donnell, Master Electrician and Owner of Sound Electric in Saint James City, FL on Pine Island tells her story of becoming a master electrician and starting her own company. Korrie rebuilt after Hurricane Ian and Sound Electric came back bigger and stronger. Korrie says her most important asset is her team. Her customer service pledge is to be upfront, be prompt, show up on time and take care of the customer no matter what arises. Korrie and her team live up to that pledge as demonstrated in the wonderful reviews.
To listen to the podcast, use your favorite podcast...2024-03-1543 min
Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreDeveloping Character through Movement/Choreography with Roger EllisHave you ever wondered how much movement is too much movement in an audition?
Have you struggled to find movement that feels authentic to you?
In this episode, Roger Ellis (@rogerellis), head of movement in the MFA Acting Program at Northwestern University, shares how he develops character, creates choreography, and develops a directorial vision through the lens of movement.
He pulls back the curtain on his creative process and reveals the specific tactics he uses to devise choreography, dig deeper into a show’s themes, and how to bring out each actor’s truest se...2024-02-2654 min
The Trenches TALK 🎯🎯Korrie Powell TALKS - Black Art, Directing & CommunicationGet ready for a powerful episode with Film Director & Photographer Korrie Powell! 🔥🎥
Korrie shares his unique perspective on Black Art, sharing his bold approach and ways he thinks differently. ✊🖌️
From his role as a Partner & Director at Black Sheep Studios to his side hustle in the freelance world, Korrie unveils the dynamic life of a multifaceted creative. 💼
Korrie spills the tea on managing relationships and communication with top agency professionals. Get insider tips and tricks on how to approach situations and people in the best way possibl...2023-06-281h 09
Making Lemonade with Whit + KelsBrooke's Story - Rett SyndromeBrooke talks with us today about her daughter Korrie who was diagnosed with a rare disease, Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome is a rare genetic mutation affecting the development of the brain. Rett Syndrome is rarely inherited. Brooke tells us about the ups and downs of getting Korrie's diagnosis. She gives us a little insight into their family dynamic and how special Korrie is. This is such an informative and beautiful episode. We hope you enjoy it. Support the show2023-05-3141 min
The Nerd Expansion41. Mike Timoney & Tobacco PipesWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Mike Timoney and his nerd love is Tobacco Pipes. It's awesome.He is an Actor, Producer and, as of 2022, writer and director of the short film HOPE. For years a USA HOCKEY ice hockey referee, which led to work in the Snickers commercial entitled REFEREES (findable on YouTube) directed by Bryan Buckley. Also works each holiday season as The Man In Red at Santaland at Macy’s 34th Street NYC. Certified NYC tour guide.Find Mike:InstagramHosted By: Nic...2022-11-011h 00
The Nerd Expansion40. Vanessa Maier & ManifestingWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Vanessa Maier and her nerd love is manifesting. It's awesome.She is seriously passionate about manifesting and teaching people to manifest. She's manifested everything from her husband to her house and feels like one of her purposes in life (besides being a singer & entertainer) is to teach as many people as possible about the law of attraction and help them change their lives through this amazing and consistent natural law.Find Vanessa:InstagramVanessa recommends:The Magic...2022-10-181h 02
The Nerd Expansion39. Emme Bonilla & K-PopWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Emme Bonilla and her nerd love is K-Pop. It's awesome.Human living in NYC for the last 15 years. Former actor turned retail salesperson. Lover of good food, cats, and thrift shopping. Your guide to getting into K-PopHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-10-111h 03
The Nerd Expansion38. Abraham Harris-Sturges & Smart PhonesWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Abraham Harris-Sturges and his nerd love is Smart Phones. It's awesome.The YOUNGEST member of The Nerd Expansion Pack, Abe is a phone nerd who will definitely make you reconsider your options...Hosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-10-0440 min
TRUITT NEWS RADIOINTERVIEW: Korrie Lynn Williamson, Director of Admissions, Troy University (from our Sept 24, 2022 show)Send us a textBrock & Tony talking with Korrie Lynn Williamson about everything going on at Troy University, admissions info and recruiting studentsListen to TRUITT NEWS RADIO every week on Birmingham's Talk 99.5, FM Talk 106.5 in Mobile and now on FM 103.9 The Ump in Huntsville. We're Probably Talking About You. Thanks to Truitt Insurance & Bonding Inc. for making the show possible each week. 2022-09-2813 min
The Nerd Expansion37. Jacob Melendez & Hot SpringsWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Jacob Melendez and his nerd love is Hot Springs. It's awesome.Jacob Melendez, chiro, surfer, climber, hot springer, Star Wars afficionado, and sauna enthusiast. Born and raised in North County San Diego. Married to Anna Melendez (also a Chiro)for almost 7 years. When not serving our patients, or surfing, we are exploring hot springs in our state, country, and internationally. | Find Jacob:Jacob's InstagramAnna's InstagramGold Coast Chiropractic (Jacob & his family's practice!)Hosted By: Nick Bowan...2022-09-2758 min
TRUITT NEWS RADIOSeptember 24, 2022: Brock & Tony's Weekly News & Notes; Interview with SubAla's Emily Sanders; Interview with Troy University's Korrie Lynn WilliamsonSend us a textNo intro on the download this week but another fun show anyway. Brock Murphy & Tony Truitt put their thoughts together on the following topics:Interview with SubAla's Emily Sanders about their organization and the upcoming Oktoberfest eventInterview with Troy University's Korrie Lynn Williamson about everything going on at Troy and some info about the admissions process Free Yeti coolers in Alaska if you want to look for themChicken Salad Chick, founded in Auburn, AL, keeps up their tremendous growth across the countryThe Bee Gees were singing the hits out at Legion Field th...2022-09-2556 min
The Nerd Expansion36. Natalie Weiss & RiffingWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Natalie Weiss and her nerd love is Riffing. It's awesome.Acclaimed singer and highly sought-after vocal coach, Natalie Weiss, has become a global sensation. Her online presence skyrocketed with the viral, “Breaking Down The Riffs®," a game-changing, fun approach to pop technique, which has become a growing standard in the industry. Natalie has worked with everyone from Broadway greats to iconic TV and media personalities including Tori Kelly, Ben Platt, Katharine McPhee, Pentatonix, Gaten Matarazzo, Chrissy Metz, Shoshana Bean and Cheyenne Jackson, jus...2022-09-2055 min
The Nerd Expansion35. Tim Sheridan & Comic Book WritingToday's guest is the one and only Tim Sheridan and his nerd love is Comic Book Writing. Woah. It's awesome.Writer-Producer in comics, animation, TV and film; and former AMAZING roommate to one Sasha Weiss. ❤️Find Tim:Tim's InstagramHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-09-131h 04
The Nerd Expansion34. James Mattern & Pro-WrestlingToday's guest is the one and only James Mattern and his nerd love is Pro-Wrestling. Woah. It's awesome.JAMES MATTERN is a Nationally Headlining Comic and Radio personality, who has fast become one of the most beloved Emcee's in NYC. JAMES has appeared on several television programs including Fox Sports One's "Garbage Time with Katie Nolan" The WWE Network's "The List", MSG Networks "The Bracket", and ""The Artie Lange Show." As the former audience warmup for FOX SPORTS ONE's "Crowd Goes Wild", he worked with the legendary Regis Philbin. Additionally, James has appeared on "THE MOJO...2022-09-0656 min
The Nerd Expansion33. Meg Doherty & Infertility AwarenessWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Meg Doherty and her nerd love is Infertility Awareness. It's important.Meg hails from Maine, originally but now resides in NYC with her lovely husband and dog. She works as an early childhood development music teacher and Actor. You can currently see her in Wicked on Broadway.Find Meg:Meg's InstagramMeg Recommends:Fertility 101 by Rena GowerFertility Forward PodcastHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed b...2022-08-301h 07Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreA Crash Course in Managers, Agents, and the Business Side of National Tours with Mean Girls’ April JosephineEver wonder what it’s really like to WORK a National Tour of a Broadway musical? I mean, like being in BUSINESS as an actor and dealing with contracts, agents, and managers?
In this episode, April Josephine shares her journey as an actor in New York and how she booked the First National Tour of Mean Girls. She admits that she had to learn the ropes of the business side of things by asking other actors while on tour. She also had to get active on the Equity website and find things out for herself.
In thi...2022-08-291h 02
Blazing CommentsEpisode 4: High Spirits (1988) with KorrieI sat with Korrie on this season three episode of Blazing Comments and discussed High Spirits (1988). Please find us on Instagram @blazingcommentspod and Twitter @blazingcomment1, or send us an email at blazingcommentspod@gmail.com2022-08-271h 24
The Nerd Expansion32. Kayleen Plummer & TV Teen DramasToday's guest is the one and only Kayleen Plummer and her nerd love is TV Teen Dramas. Woah. It's awesome.Kayleen loves all things creative: books, movies, art, acting, writing, etc. But she's also a huge math nerd and recently changed career paths to teach high school math!Find Kayleen:Kayleen's InstagramWe Explain Movies PodcastHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-08-231h 02
The Nerd Expansion31. Jessica Maier & OrganizingToday's guest is the one and only Jessica Maier and her nerd love is Organizing. Woah. It's awesome.Jess is a 30-something human, wife, mom, discount junkie and organization enthusiast!Find Jess:Jess's InstagramJess's Website/blogHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-08-1658 min
Sunshine in my NestDiscernment in Book Choices with Korrie JohnsonToday Korrie Johnson and I are talking about how to find books that align with your family's values. For each of us, the books we choose to introduce to our kids are very personal. The ones we choose look really different. Korrie talks us through how she and her husband frame their conversations. It's an episode you won't want to miss.
If you want to find Korrie's list of books you can find it on her website or follow her on Instagram
You can find Elizabeth:
Writing helpful hints on the blog
2022-08-1619 min
The Nerd Expansion30. Rocco Marrongelli & Toy HuntingToday's guest is the one and only Rocco Marrongelli and his nerd love is Toy Hunting. Woah. It's awesome.Rocco is a retro nerd who’s addicted to all things from the greatest decade, the ‘80s! He collects toys from his youth as well as anything representing classic animation (Disney, Warner Bros, Hanna Barbera, etc), WWF, video games, movies, comics and more. Find Rocco:Rocco's instagramHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed by Sasha Weiss & Korrie Yamaoka2022-08-0256 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreDefying Type & Finding Success in Unexpected Opportunities w/Sasha WeissA disarmingly honest conversation about career, loving yourself (ie your voice), and taking on the identity of "artist."
In this episode, you’ll hear Sasha talk about finding success in unexpected opportunities like workshops, readings, and cabaret shows. She also shares her honest realizations about fighting her “type” and coming to terms with her voice (which she now loves, btw).
Sasha received her MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University and her BFA in Musical Theatre with emphasis in Acting and Vocal Repertoire from The Boston Conservatory.
Some of her favorite NY credi...2022-08-0157 min
The Nerd Expansion29. Dr. Cait Weiss Orcutt & Community TeachingToday's guest is the one and only Dr. Cait Weiss Orcutt and her nerd love is Community Teaching. Woah. It's awesome.Dr. Cait Weiss Orcutt is the author of VALLEYSPEAK, winner of the 2017 Zone 3 First Book Prize. She holds an MFA from The Ohio State University and a PhD from the University of Houston. Her essays and poems have appeared in Boston Review, Bust Magazine, FIELD, The Academy of American Poets and more. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Cait leads online poetry and creative nonfiction workshops for writers of all experience levels and backgrounds. Find Cait:2022-07-261h 17
The Nerd Expansion28. Korrie Yamaoka & Plant-based CookingToday's guest is the one and only Korrie Yamaoka and her nerd love is Plant-based Cooking. Woah. It's awesome.Korrie Yamaoka is a vocal coach, music director, and host of the Studying the Song podcast, where she talks all things auditioning and vocal performance for musical theatre. She's got a masters education in musical theatre as well as an undergraduate degree in piano and years of cover bands and singer songwriter performances. She's a mom and wife. She is vegan/plant-based. And, she ritually purchase plants and forget to water them. She dreams of having a hom...2022-07-191h 09Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreFree Your Voice in Minutes Using Neuro-Kinesthetic Excercises w/Kimberly MollerDiscover how training your brain and neurological system can instantly yield more freedom, control, and flexibility in your voice.
You guys, I’ve seen Kimberly Moller’s work first hand, and I have to say - it’s like magic!
In this episode, I ask Kim all my questions about how neurology (all things nerves and nervous system) affects our voice. How can we improve tone, resonance, and control so that we feel more freedom and ease as we sing.
We also talk about how we can calm our nervous system and anxiety before audi...2022-07-1839 min
The Nerd Expansion27. Tyler Tafolla & Disney vs. DreamworksToday's guest is the one and only Tyler Tafolla and his nerd love is Disney vs. Dreamworks. Woah. It's awesome.Tyler is a Southern California based performer, director and musical theatre writer. Holding a BFA in Music Theatre from AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts, Tyler has spent the last ten years as a working actor, writer & director, working in New York, Los Angeles and San Diego. Find Tyler:www.tylertafolla.comTyler's InstagramHosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha WeissTheme song written by Korrie YamaokaPerformed...2022-07-1254 min
The Nerd Expansion26. Halftime Show with Nick & SashaWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guests are your two and only hosts Sasha Weiss & Nick Bowan and their nerd love is YOU GUYS. Woah. It's awesome.Sasha & Nick are so grateful to all their listeners and guests (fondly called The Nerd Expansion Pack) and take this 6 month-iversary of the podcast to celebrate and show our nerd love for you all!We are so lucky and hope you keep listening and showing us your nerdies!Please follow us on:InstagramPatreonEmail us at TheNerdExpansionPodcast@gmail.com2022-07-0540 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatrePreparing Your Sheet Music PART 2: Inner cuts, Tempo Changes, & EndingsIn this 2-part series, I’m going to tell you exactly how to mark your sheet music so that the accompanist has all the information they need to play well and in sync with YOUR version of the song.
Today’s episode covers
how to mark the cuts inside your song,
whether to use highlighters,
what to do if you’re changing lyrics,
how to clearly mark your ending,
and even a short tangent on Bruce Willis. (So there’s that.)
Be sure to listen to last week’s episode (Episode 41) so that you get the full pic...2022-07-0417 min
The Nerd Expansion25. Joel Waggoner & Comedy Song WritingWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Joel Waggoner and his nerd love is Comedy Song Writing. Woah. It's awesome.JOEL WAGGONER (he/him-ish) is a singer/songwriter, performer, multi-instrumentalist, music director, arranger, teacher, comedian, and one-time game show winner. He performed on Broadway in School of Rock and Be More Chill. His breakout Instagram series "Advent Carolndar" with Julia Mattison has been featured on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with Ben Platt and NPR Weekend Edition. Off-Bway: Southern Comfort (Public Theater), The Joel Waggoner Experience (Joe's Pub). TV: Original series, Wig Mediums...2022-06-281h 20Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatrePreparing Your Sheet Music PART 1: First Page of Your Cut & Binder Best PracticesLearn the 6 pieces of information that MUST be on the first page of your audition cut.
Do you worry the accompanist won’t play your song the right way?
Well, worry no longer, friend.
In this 2-part series, I’m going to tell you exactly how to mark your sheet music so that the accompanist has all the information they need to play well and in sync with YOUR version of the song.
Today’s episode is a detailed run-down of what needs to go on the first page of your auditi...2022-06-2723 min
The Nerd Expansion24. Skylar Edberg & Food StylingWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Skylar Edberg and her nerd love is Food Styling. Woah. It's awesome.Skylar Edberg is a fearless food lover with an eye for all things tasty AND beautiful. With the help of a mother who mostly baked and a father who warmed up meals, she was compelled to create her own culinary adventures. She built food sculptures, produced cooking shows for her stuffed animals and concocted recipes based on ingredients she had on hand in the pantry. Because of this total immersion, she is...2022-06-211h 05Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow to Pair Contrasting Songs for Auditions So You Show Your Diverse Skills!Let’s talk about 3 ways you can create contrast in your song choices and show your range of abilities and skills!
So you’ve got an audition coming up and they want you to bring “two contrasting songs.” What do you choose?
Do you find yourself paralyzed by this question?
Or at a minimum, staring at your audition book with a dazed and confused look as you struggle to decide which two songs to sing?
Well, let me help you out!
In this episode, I’m going to guide you through thr...2022-06-2022 min
The Nerd Expansion23. Adam Berry & GhostsWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Adam Berry and his nerd love is Ghosts. Woah. It's awesome.Adam Berry is a paranormal researcher, author, educator, and lecturer who’s love and passion for the paranormal ignited at a very young age. After many years of study and research, he founded his own paranormal research team with his husband Ben Berry and soon after his hobby became a career. In 2010, he was featured on the hit tv show, “Ghost Hunters Academy,” earning a coveted spot on the network’s original and most kno...2022-06-141h 21Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre9 Essential Music Rehearsal Markings to Help You Learn a Song Quickly and AccuratelyEver wonder what you should be writing into your sheet music during rehearsal?
When I’m music directing a show, I have a very specific list of things I want singers to write down in their score. These are stylistic choices that go beyond what’s written on the page, and when everyone performs them as a unified ensemble, the music elevates to another level of nuance and professionalism.
But, what exactly are these “things” I’m telling them to write down?
Friend, let me tell you!
Today, I’m sharing nine essential...2022-06-1326 min
The Nerd Expansion22. Greyson Yandt & CoffeeWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Greyson Yandt and his nerd love is Coffee. Woah. It's awesome.Greyson is a nerd of many hats. He has a degree in linguistics, is working on creating his own language, owns over a dozen fountain pens, loves to play around with coffee recipes, and is deeply into tabletop role-playing games.Greyson's WebsiteGreyson's Mocha Mice GameJames Hoffman on YouTubeRecommended Coffee shops in Columbus, OH :Honey Cup Coffee CoCrimson Cup Coffee & Tea...2022-06-071h 17Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreWhat are casting directors REALLY looking for in auditions and callbacks? Interview with Jacole Kitchen, Casting Director for La Jolla PlayhouseYou guys, this episode is GOLD!!!
I sat down with Jacole Kitchen, Casting Director for the La Jolla Playhouse (San Diego, CA), and asked her all the questions I’ve been dying to know about the casting process and what directors and casting directors are looking for in auditions. And, boy did she deliver!
We talked about:
What is the role of a casting director?
What place does “type” have in today’s climate of color-bold casting, reimagining roles, and creating equity for actors of all backgrounds?
What makes an actor stand out in the audit...2022-06-0658 min
Romance in ColourSeason 3, Episode 31: Stuck with You (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Fortune Whelan)To close out #aapiheritagemonth, we will be talking to one of our most fave people in the world, author Fortune Whelan ( @fortunewhelan ). We are going to talk to her about the latest and upcoming releases in the Dorseys of Conception Bay series and what it means to represent her Filipino-Canadian heritage in romance.
About Fortune: Fortune’s stories are “charming, silly and emotionally fraught” with “fast-paced plot[s] that keep pages flying”. When she’s not at her standing desk fending off feline invaders, you can find her on her yoga mat, or shelving books at the local librar...2022-06-031h 44
The Nerd Expansion21. Victor Bakal & Fantasy FootballWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Victor Bakal and his nerd love is Fantasy Football. Woah. It's awesome.Vic is fierce gamer, ruthless competitor, merciless opponent in all things you can win against someone else. When it comes to competition the term "gentlemanly" does not apply. Father of the 3 coolest boys in the universe and husband to, the only person on this planet that is more competitive over trifle matters, the amazing Mandy Bakal. CPA, Director of Finance, and life long nerd.Hosted By: Nick Bowan & Sasha Weiss2022-05-3156 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreGolden Age Repertoire Suggestions from FIORELLO!Hey friends, in today’s episode we are talking repertoire suggestions from the rarely done (yet Pulitzer prize winning) musical, Fiorello! (1959).
From the writing team of Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (also Fiddler on the Roof and She Loves Me), this Golden Age show has a score that alternates between brassy, energetic uptempo numbers and string-driven bittersweet ballads. Throughout all the songs, there is wit, humor, and emotional depth, and totally relatable POLITICAL COMMENTARY!
I’ll share the specific songs that you can pull out for audition material and cabaret shows as well as the ensemb...2022-05-3026 min
The Nerd Expansion20. Mark Besada & Board GamesWelcome back to The Nerd Expansion! Today's guest is the one and only Mark Besada and his nerd love is Board Games. Woah. It's awesome.Mark Besada is one of the hosts of Board Game Barrage, winner of the Golden Geek for best board game podcast of 2022 where he is also known as the "Green Tank." He's been playing and making up games since he was a kid but dove headfirst into the hobby about a dozen years ago and has been obsessed ever since.Check out Board Game BarrageBoard Game...2022-05-2454 min