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Starting OutSO #111 Rory Gardiner - A Fast-Metabolism Garth BrooksMy guest this week on episode 111 of Starting Out is the very first guest I have ever had who has opened for Keith Urban - it’s comedian and country music star Rory Gardiner! Rory has been nominated for a Canadian Country Music Award. He’s been featured on Funny or Die AND Ted Talk, and even in his 40s somehow has had over 50 million views on TikTok. Rory is headlining Yuk Yuks in Ottawa June 9/10, and is the host of his own podcast called “Balanced Artist”, and his albums “Be You” and “Modern Day Problems” can be found on iTunes or Spot...
2023-04-2650 min
Balanced ArtistNew Podcast Alert! Celebrity Self HelpWe can all benefit from personal development, but what about the people who find it boring and one dimensional? Why not disguise it under a pop culture mask? If self-help is the medicine, then “Celebrity Self Help Podcast” is the spoon full of sugar to help it go down.We dive into the lives, backgrounds and careers of your favorite celebrities to uncover the secret sauce that got them to where they are today. As active practitioners, Heather and Rory are both pursuing creative careers and documenting the process, so instead of hypothetical self-help, we bring...
2022-12-0702 min
Just Chill with Oliver GeorgeJust Chill with Oliver George #85 - Rory GardinerJoin Oliver as he chills with multitalented marvel Rory Gardiner for the season 3 finale episode! Armed with great comedic timing, killer musical chops and an insatiable drive to perform, Rory's accomplishments within the entertainment industry are copious! With deep roots in country music, Rory is a CCMA nominated artist who has shared the stage with great acts like Keith Urban! He has also channeled his musical skills into both comedy and children's albums, as well as having his original songs and comedy sketches featured numerous times on television.
After being acquaintances for some time now, Rory and...
2022-10-181h 09Balanced ArtistEntertainment is Art in the pursuit of JoyWhat are you trying to do with your creative career? How do you know when you’ve made it? Is there goal you’re trying to reach? An annual income you’re trying to meet? Take the entertainment industry for example, because that is my industry. Achieving a level where you can do it full time is a good goal, but once you get there, then what? Then there’s rewards and accolades you want to achieve. Charts you want to climb, venues you want to play. Your fan base is never big enough. You’re playing venues you...
2022-09-0706 min
HP Podcast Backlog 2How to be Funnier in Your Content (Rory Gardiner)How can I be funnier? That's what I asked my friend, comedian, and musician Rory Gardiner. But it's not just about being funnier, it's about acknowledging the craft of our creative work, making space to sharpen our tools, and having reverence for THE practice.Because yeah, we love our creative work, but if we want to make a living at it, if we want to build communities around it, get eyeballs on our movies, scripts, art, whatever, we have to work at it.ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/034A...
2022-09-0630 minBalanced ArtistWant to level up? Be in the right roomYou’ve heard the expression that your income is related to the 5 people you spend the most time with. Or your environment is directly correlated to who you hang with and where you spend most of your time. Your creative career is similar. If you spend 100% of the time the same circles you’ve always been a part of, how are you supposed to be introduced to new ideas, perspectives you never thought possible?Let's discuss..…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-08-3106 minBalanced ArtistMusic Licensing & Why Woman don't Support each other - Nicki Kris and Natalie JeanHere is part 2, where we are joined by 2 of my favorite indie artists, Nicki Kris & Natalie Jean. We discuss why woman often don’t support other woman, and tips for licensing your music. We also dive in to how to be more aggressive with your email follow ups, and if TikTok is needed for artists today.Natalie & Nicki are co-founders of Sisters In Music (SIM) an organization that promotes and encourages educational opportunities, collaborative musical works and performances among women to raise awareness and funding for various female focused charities.Connect with Natalie:https://ww...
2022-08-2427 minBalanced ArtistCreating music in multiple genres & making a social impact - Nicki Kris and Natalie JeanIn this episode we are joined by 2 of my favorite indie artists, Nicki Kris & Natalie Jean. We discuss whether to niche down into a micro genre, or try spreading ourselves across multi platforms. Creating for entertainment vs making a social impact, and balancing a busy personal life & day job with your creative career. Nicki Kris is a female singer / songwriter based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her music has captured an international audience since the soul stylings of her debut to the Americana flavor of her follow-up EP. She’s launched several electronic-influenced singles leading up to her awa...
2022-08-1736 minBalanced ArtistWhen can I quit my 9 to 5?Some believe that you need to go all in on "plan A". Some want to play it safe with a "plan B". As Balanced Artists, we like to live somewhere in the middle(B+ ?!). This allows us to execute plan A from a place of creativity, rather than a place of desperation. Let’s discuss….…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-08-1005 minBalanced ArtistPrimary Greatness vs Secondary GreatnessI read a book recently called Primary Greatness by Stephen Covey, which encouraged this episode’s discussion about how we put long term success at the mercy of short-term success. We focus more on public image and popularity(secondary greatness), rather than contribution or service(primary greatness). Short term greatness without primary greatness doesn’t really work. Let’s discuss……………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-08-0304 minBalanced ArtistChase Energy, Define your life & Find Joy in the ProcessAn asymptote is a straight line that constantly approaches a given curve but does not meet at any infinite distance. In other words, Asymptote is a line that moves towards infinity. Do you see this in your own creative career? You’re chasing one thing, you reach the top of the hill, only to realize there’s another mountain hiding behind it. There really is no finish line, so how do we know when we’ve made it? That is something that is different for everyone and based on their individual goals, intrinsic and extrinsic motivat...
2022-07-2706 minBalanced Artist80% of Success is Just Showing Up!I think a big part of success is just showing up. There are genius’s out there, like the Elon or Bezos who have these grand plans that span over generations to change the world. But when it comes to your career as a creative person, you don’t need to figure out how to keep your stock price on the rise after you’re gone. Consistency in your craft, and when things go off the rails, you figure it out, and get back on track for the long haul. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Balance...
2022-07-0606 minBalanced ArtistFriends are NOT FansWe all have that friend. Every single post is “come to my show”, “like my page”, “stream my music”. If you don’t have that friend, maybe you’re that friend. I use to be that friend....It’s something I’ve only come to realize in later years that when a real fan base is there, then friends and family actually want to come see what all the fuss is about. Let's discuss....…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-06-2905 minBalanced ArtistLevel Up - As a Balanced Artist w/ Rory GardinerHere is a unique episode where I talk about myself - to another person. I was interviewed recently on the 'Level Up with Shaye' podcast, and thought we covered a lot of ground that I think could benefit the Balanced Artist community. Learn from the successes, learn from the failures and see how you can apply them into your own creative journey. Listen to Level Up with Shaye here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/level-up-with-shay/id1511863721https://www.levelupwithshay.com…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermus...
2022-06-2243 minBalanced ArtistDon't Fear the Poisonous MushroomsI heard an awesome expression the other day. “you can walk around the forest in fear of poisonous mushrooms, but sooner or later you’ll starve”. We talked a lot about fear and self-doubt throughout these episodes, but never imaged we’d starve as a result! Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-06-1507 min
Level Up! with ShayPlaying the Long Game with Rory GardinerIn this week’s episode, I’m so excited to introduce you to Rory Gardiner, a comedian, musician, singer-songwriter, and content creator. He is a 2018 Country Music Awards Nominated artist, has appeared on multiple CMT nationally broadcasted reality shows, shared the stage with a number of great country acts like Keith Urban, and has music featured in commercials, one including stars Kevin Nealon, Chris Bosh and Arnold Palmer. He has fused his music background with stand up comedy and has made a number of television appearances for brands like Under Armor, or shows like The Handmaid's Tale. He has over...
2022-06-1347 minBalanced ArtistHow artists can create passive income with AirBNB - Michael ElefanteMichael Elefante became financially independent in his 20's by acquiring properties and renting on Airbnb. He quit his job, and lived the van life with his wife for a year, while building his brand. Now living in South Carolina, with baby on the way, they are financially free.Michael built a teaching brand around this niche, reaching over 750,000 followers on TikTok.Independent Artists need to think more about passive income, so that they can focus primarily on their art and not about where their next paycheque is coming from.A great episode to get the h...
2022-06-0848 minBalanced ArtistHow George Clooney changed his approach for creative successWhat if instead of approaching our craft from a self-serving perspective, we switch to a solution based mind set? At the end of the day, we do what we do for us. The creative outlet is good for our anxiety, or the affirmations from the crowd is good for our ego. But what if your art solved problems for others?Let's discuss how George Clooney flipped a switch for success.…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-04-2703 minBalanced ArtistDo you just want to feel important?Are you doing what you love, or doing what our culture tells you what will make you important? Over the years I have seen so many people take a stab at the world of performing arts, and when they don’t immediately succeed, they fall off the face of the earth. What did you think was going to happen? Release your first project, and it would immediately become revered and admired by the rest of the planet, and you’d be whisked off to your kingdom to have the royal treatment for the rest of eternity? Let...
2022-04-2005 minBalanced ArtistMy Spouse doesn't support my Art - Unsupportive PartnersAre you being held back by your unsupportive partner. Does your husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend not share the save vision as you? Maybe they were more supportive in the beginning because it was only a pipe dream, but now that the wheels are in motion, and things are happening, instead of being in the passenger seat next time you, they feel like they’ve been moved into the backseat. Maybe they like the way things are, and they don’t want anything to jeopardize the harmony that you’ve created in your life. Let's di...
2022-04-1306 minBalanced ArtistUnleash your creative alter egoOur ego is full of limiting beliefs that are holding us back. We may not have the confidence to push past them yet, but with the help of our alter ego, there is nothing that can hold us back. Without Batman, Bruce Wayne would just another rich dude. Clarke Kent would just be some dork without Super Man. Without Sasha Fierce, Beyoncé would just be Beyoncé. That’s a bad example. Beyoncé is awesome no matter what. Let’s discover your origin story...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardiner...
2022-04-0607 minBalanced ArtistBand Drama - Too many cooks in the creative kitchenWhat happens when there are too many cooks in the kitchen? Everyone has their own way of doing things that they assume is the right way, and eventually nothing gets done. That’s why restaurants only hire one head chef, so that tasks can be delegated to the rest of the team and there is some sort of order and leadership in the organization. The same sort of chaos happens in the arts. The most common scenario would be bands. Everyone has an opinion, and everyone should get an opinion. But at the end of the day, the...
2022-03-3008 minBalanced ArtistWhen should I Quit my Day Job?The age old question. When can I quite my day job to become a full time artist.The age old answer. It depends....It’s different for everybody because we all have different lifestyles. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-03-2306 minBalanced ArtistDouble Down on your NegativeHave you ever been given unsolicited advice about your creativity. It can come from two places. One, it could be genuine. You may have a flaw that you can’t see, but is crystal clear to a 3rd party onlooker who has the experience to see it and help you overcome it.But a lot of the time, advice from others could be coming from a defensive place. What you do well could shine a light on inadequacies in their own creative path, and feel the need to stomp on yours to feel better about themselves.
2022-03-1605 minBalanced ArtistWorld Traveler vs Family ManI get the impression Rock Stars don’t have the flexibility in their schedules that you might assume. Some creative careers allow flexibility in your schedule. You can do it from home and maintain some balance with your family and community. But some careers, especially in the performing arts require a lot of travel, and being away from the place and people that keep you grounded. When I’m home for too long, I think I really need to get on the road, but when I’m on the road, there is only one place I’d rath...
2022-03-0904 minBalanced ArtistWhat is your identity?Are you happy? Not like "fake Instagram happy", but truly satisfied with your identity. My happiness is derived from everything the public doesn’t see. Family & personal life. But there was a time when all my perceived happiness was a reaction from stimulation from the external world. Tiktok, Instagram, live performance. I was totally addicted to my environment, and dependent on external cues to reinforce my addiction. Happiness is supposed to come from within, but our priority is how we want everyone to see us. Who is hiding behind the image we are projecting? We crea...
2022-03-0204 minBalanced ArtistYou're not ready - You can't change your circumstances, so change your beliefsYou’ve heard the expression “everything happens for a reason”. Because when one door closes another opens. Or a window. You just need to see it and be willing to walk in that direction. Have you ever been pushing for one particular thing, it doesn’t happen, you’re disappointed. But then you find a better thing, and think wow I am so glad that first thing didn’t happen now. Think about your relationships. You may be with the love of your life right now, but if you’re being honest with yourself, you may have thought...
2022-02-2305 minBalanced ArtistCash Flow Quadrant for Artists - Building wealth as a creativeOne of my favorite books of all time is Rich Dad Poor Dad. Reading this one in my 20’s, which was a big contributing factor to investing in real estate at a young age, and will eventually be my retirement(since artists don't generally have pensions..)The author of the book, Robert Kiosaki talks about a cash flow formula he uses. On the left side of the quadrant is an E and an S, which stand for employee and self employed. On the right side is a B and an I, which stand for Business and Investor. Th...
2022-02-1609 minBalanced ArtistIs "making it" really all it's cracked up to be?Do you really want to make it? Is that your goal? What does making it mean? It might look different for everybody. For some it may be financial success. Cool cars, big house. For some, success may be large audiences or millions of eyeballs on your work. Is that really what you want? Or is it what your ego is telling you, you need? In this episode we talk about some of the past guests we've had on and how notoriety affected them. Let's dive in.…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.ins...
2022-02-0904 minBalanced ArtistDon't find your passion, Discover it.People always say “find your passion”, pursue your passion. But what if you don’t have a passion? Passion isn’t found, it is created. When we're laying on our death beds, we regret not having the courage to live a life true to ourselves. Instead, we lived the lives others expected of us. That can be scary, but that’s where the balance comes in. Instead of beating yourself up at your day job, feeling guilty that you’re not pursuing your art full time, can juggle both until the creativity catches fire. Let's discu...
2022-02-0205 minBalanced ArtistYour Day Job is Financing your PassionInstead of looking at your day job as a distraction, think of it as an asset. Think of it like a record label, funding your life, so that you can focus on the art. If you’re trying too hard to monetize your art, it will stifle the authenticity. You’ll start creating widgets as a commodity, rather than something from your soul. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-01-2603 minBalanced ArtistDunning Kruger Effect vs Paralysis by AnalysisThere are people out there who don’t think they have a thing to offer this world. They assume they have no talent, skills, or reason for showing up in this creative game of life. Then there is this other group at the opposite end of the spectrum who have a cognitive bias called Dunning Kruger effect.They assume they can do just about anything better than the skill set they currently possess. You may think this sort of psycho is annoying. But I think having this bias is great asset to creative work. Let's di...
2022-01-1907 min
The Messenger Movement: Faith, Leadership and Kindgom BusinessHumor Connects Us All with Rory GardinerI love laughter! Do you? Laughing is a universal love language. It’s like when fresh snow is falling on the ground, it’s like when you see a newborn baby. I mean to me, laughter is a sense of magic because it comes from a place that is so pure and that’s what Rory Gardiner evokes in people every single day.He’s a comedian, he’s an artist, a musician, and he’s also an incredible speaker and just a voice of reason. I love how God has just continued to evolve and open doors to him in th...
2022-01-1450 minBalanced ArtistElevate Your Happiness with Positive Psychology Expert Robert MackRobert Mack is an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Executive Coach, and Author. A creative career can come with many emotional hurdles. From big wins, to an abundant amount of rejection. If we have a healthy baseline level of happiness, it will help us continue to put our best work out into the world without getting derailed.Roberts work has been endorsed by Oprah, Vanessa Williams, and many others, and he has been a regularly featured guest expert on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Networks, OWN, and in magazines like...
2022-01-1254 minBalanced ArtistTop 5 Productivity Hacks for Artists in 2022Want to become more productive in 2022? Here are the top 5 productivity hacks for artists in 2022:1) Set a daily goal2) Remove distractions3) Work in short bursts4) Stop multitasking5) If it’s not a “hell yes”, it’s a “no”…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2022-01-0512 minBalanced ArtistHow to be somebodies, and not somebody's - Former Ms Canada Tourism Holly CarrollHolly Carroll is former miss Canada Tourism, now taking over the real estate game, by capitalizing on a vacation property niche. She does "Finding the Beauty within" workshops, empowering young woman to “somebodies”, not “somebody’s”. Self-care and self-respect, encouraging woman to pursue their dream career by eliminate feelings of inadequacy. We discuss:-Eliminating feelings of inadequacy-Importance of daily affirmations-Releasing old patterns, by adopting new habits-How to recognize negative patterns & how to avoid them-Finding a niche in your fieldConnect with Holly:https://www.instagram.co...
2021-12-2939 minBalanced ArtistHow much is enough?What is considered "enough" as an artist? If you’re a painter, do you need your art displayed as you walk into the front door of the louvre? If you’re a performing artists, and you’re currently in the bar scene, maybe you want to upgrade to theaters, then arenas. So what you’re telling yourself is that you will not be satisfied with your career until you’re headlining a stadium!?Let's discuss....…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-12-2205 minBalanced ArtistWhat's the worst that can happen? - Opera Singer Hazel SmithIn this episode, we talk to independent artist Hazel Smith about overcoming mental blocks. How you react when you hear "no". What's the worst that can happen? So why not try?Connect with Hazel:https://www.instagram.com/itsmehazelsmith…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-12-1549 min
Superfan Attraction: Personal Branding for Artists & Creatives with Diane FoyComedian & Country Singer Rory Gardiner2018 Canadian Country Music Award-nominated artist Rory Gardiner has appeared on multiple CMT (Country Music Television) nationally broadcasted reality shows and shared the stage with a number of great country acts including Keith Urban. You've heard his music on Television starring actors like Kevin Nealon, or pro athletes like Chris Bosh & Arnold Palmer, airing daily throughout North America. Fusing his music background with stand-up comedy, he has made a number of television appearances for brands like Under Armor, or shows like The Handmaids Tale. His comedy sketches have received millions of views on TikTok and featured on Funny or Die, and...
2021-12-0954 minBalanced ArtistConsistency gets results - Happy 50th Episode!If you show up, put in the work and do your best, it's gotta pay off eventually...right?!Consistency is what delivers results. Some days are going to deliver better than others, but one sure way to miss completely is not to show up at all. Let's discuss....…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-12-0809 minBalanced ArtistMake 10 attempts - before throwing in the towelWant to get what you want? Try at least 10 times. You’ll either get what you want, or you’ll get something you never thought possible. Regardless, you’ve set it in motion, and now you’re in pursuit. Let's dive in...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-12-0108 minBalanced ArtistFind a Niche & Create a Brand - with Kids Entertainer - TwinkleDescribed as "Lady Gaga for Kids", today we talk to Twinkle. Growing up as performing artist & actor, she's been seen in classic shows like "My two Dads", "Blossom", "Boy Meets World", & Broadway shows like "Jesus Christ Superstar". In her girl band days, she opened for acts like Backstreet Boys & Britney Spears.She reached a point where she decided to make a career change and pivoted into a niche genre, and create music for children. Now as a full time kids performer, she creates english & spanish pop music for children of all ages, giving kids quality music they deserve.
2021-11-241h 38Balanced ArtistNever too late! Releasing your first album after 40 - Lewis Hill(Musician/Producer)Often we wait for the perfect moment to start something, then put it off, then forget about it. Then 10 years go by and you're a completely different person. Although it is never too late to start something, you have missed the opportunity to time stamp your art in that particular era of your life. Todays guest, Musician & Producer, Lewis Hill released his first album after the age of 40, and now wonders why he didn't do it 20 years earlier!In this episode: -Better to be someone who releases art, rather than someone who "says" they're go...
2021-11-1738 minBalanced ArtistFu@# it! I'm just gonna do it already! - Taking the first stepA discussion with up and coming artist Regina Bianca about overcoming self doubt, and the hurdles that come with getting started. Having the confidence to step out of your comfort zone, and pursue something that your friends or family may not be fully on board with.In this episode: When your parents ruin your Rock Star plans by forcing you to get educatedWhen not fulfilling your true calling causes literal physical illness.How to kick Bryan Adams out of your band.Start the day doing something for you, b...
2021-11-1151 minBalanced ArtistDoes what you do matter? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Discover your Purpose.Have you ever asked the question(s) "Does what I do matter?" "Is there a purpose to this?" "Is what I am doing offering value to the world?" Those thoughts usually enter your brain just before a big change occurs. Something unexpected will happen on your current journey, or you're about to pivot down a new road of creative discovery.In this episode I share a little about my own journey from Software guy to Musician to Comedian to TEDx Speaker. …………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www...
2021-11-0312 minBalanced ArtistWhen You Don't Fit In - Stand Out!You’ve heard the expression “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence”. But today we are looking at 10000 backyards. Comparison is distorting our perceptions of what is good enough to share with the rest of the planet. If you don’t sound as good as Lady Gaga, then what is the point in even getting out of bed, right? Wrong! Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-10-2702 minBalanced ArtistMake Money off the bi-product of your CreativityThere is a lot of smoke in mirrors in the entertainment industry, where your perception will lead you to believe one thing, but the reality is something completely different.Are all artist making a living from their art, or the bi-product of their art? Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-10-2004 minBalanced ArtistQuality will Find its AudienceYou know that group of people who won’t start something because they don’t think they can compete with the "big dogs"?Then there is the next group of people(or dogs) that are currently operating in that small to mid-level pool, who think they have what it takes to run with the wolves. Whether you do or don’t have what it takes, it’s great that you’re confident enough to even consider it. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.inst
2021-10-1303 minBalanced ArtistHow to be Funny - Adding Humor to your PresentationHumor is a skill. Writing something that is funny is one skill, but delivering it in a funny way is another skill. I had been doing music for 15 years before getting into stand up. People assumed it was a smooth transition because I am so use to the stage. Not at all. It’s a completely different skill. That’s like saying you’re good at basketball, you must be amazing at soccer cuz you love to play with balls. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusicht...
2021-10-0604 minBalanced ArtistNo Audience? Embrace the gift of InvisibilityWhat would you do with the gift of invisibility? What would you pursue if you knew you wouldn’t be judged by failure?Would it encourage you try more things, or take more chances?Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-09-2903 minBalanced ArtistBeing Driven by your bruised EgoAre you overcompensating as an adult for things that happened when you were younger? Or try to succeed in spite of people who doubt you?A lot of self-doubt stems from how you grew up, inadequacy, or a major failure(s) that have paralyzed you from stepping out of your comfort zone. Should you try to find peace with your bruised ego, or lean into it and let if fuel you? Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-09-2202 minBalanced ArtistStop Chasing and become an AttracterWe always talk about one day. One day I’ll be successful, and then I’ll be happy. One day, I am going to get in shape, clean myself up and find a smokin’ hot partner to grow old with. Why would you wait for a one day to live a healthy lifestyle, or put off “happiness” to a later date? I think we need to detach ourselves from a destination mindset. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-09-1502 minBalanced ArtistAvoid praise addiction by caring lessI heard something recently called “praise addiction”. We've been trained to seek out incentives like good grades, stickers, trophies. Impressing people with our achievements gives us a temporary feeling of happiness.However, the more we try to impress, the more frustrated we feel. Or can we use it as fuel?When people ask “what do you do”? Do you feel ashamed for not pursuing work that is intrinsically motivating? Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-09-0805 minBalanced ArtistHow to "skip the line" to stand outI read a great book recently by @jameslstucher called “skip the line”. When I read it, it was like he was narrating the way I operate my creative life. It isn’t about hacks and shortcuts, but transforming the way you think, work, and live, letting go of the notion that you need 10,000 hours to master something. I’ve been skipping the line for years, but nobody has put it into words quite like this before.Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtisthttps://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusichttps://www.ins
2021-09-0103 minBalanced ArtistBe so good they can't ignore youSteve Martin has a quote “be so good they can’t ignore you”. Having a product that is undeniable and creates the type of attention that cannot be ignored.I heard a money quote “It’s not about becoming a millionaire. It’s becoming the person that you must become to be a millionaire”. So true. This is why so many lottery winners with no financial intelligence squander their winnings away in the first few years. What if instead of looking for the artistic lottery ticket, we became the creator that we know we’re capable of becomi...
2021-08-2504 minBalanced ArtistSuccess is like being pregnantThey say success is like being pregnant. Everyone congratulates you, but they don’t know how many times you’ve been f**ked..It takes a lot of pounding to get to the top. But what if you changed your perception of these hard times? You’ve heard people say “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey”. How many times have you been on your back, “practicing making baby’s” and thought, “wow this is terrible”. Not many...We may have to kiss a few frogs along the way to be truly successful. But once you reach the de...
2021-08-1803 minBalanced ArtistIs your career like a boring marriage?One of the biggest issues with the traditional marriage model right now is that it measures success by longevity, rather than growth. A relationship that has ended after 5 years of romance, growth, connection & intimacy isn’t considered as successful as a 20 year commitment to bickering over which parking spot is the best at Walmart. A lot of the time we treat our careers the same way. No growth or passion, but it’s comfortable. Song writers trying to pedal their original music is a much longer journey than the pub down the street, singing cover songs for a qui...
2021-08-1105 minBalanced ArtistYou're not good enough or not exposed enoughWhen you’re not the rock star you want to be, there can only be 2 main reasons. You’re not good enough, or you’re not exposed enough. You may be sitting on a gold mine of music, but not enough people have heard it. You may have all the opportunities in the world, but when you get your chance at bat, you strike out. It doesn’t mean “give up”, it just means recalibrate. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist
2021-08-0404 minBalanced ArtistLottery mentality vs Action mentalityMost people become rich because of the actions they’ve taken to build their wealth, and not from putting all their hope into a lotto ticket. A lot of us treat our artistic career the same way. Going through the motions, hoping that we get discovered by a record label, agent or management company that is going to introduce us to a fairy tale world where everything is done for us, and we sip champagne with Leo on a yacht in Cabo. But instead of waiting to win the creative lottery, what if we approached our...
2021-07-2807 minBalanced ArtistEven Rock Stars want a stable JobIs there a reason that Oscar winners gravitate from shooting movies in remote locations for 6-8 months, to a series regular on a TV show filmed 20 minutes from home? Or why Celine, Brittany, Garth, Aerosmith, Shania, etc had a residency in Vegas, playing the same venue 5 days a week, every week. "Oh, you mean “a JOB”!?Even the people we look up to in our industries crave that comfortable feeling of routine & security. Let's discuss....…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedart
2021-07-2107 minBalanced ArtistSqueezing Creative work into a busy scheduleIt's hard to find total equilibrium. You put energy into your family, and your work suffers. You put energy into your art, and everything else feels neglected, to a point where you feel guilty for doing something creative. When you finally have time to create something, you're rushing through it. Squeezing it in, instead of being present and finding a flow.Isn’t this true for parents. Mom guilt and dad guilt. You have this thing burning inside of you that you need to get down on paper or recording, but it’s also "witching hour", bath time...
2021-07-1404 minBalanced ArtistYou only wish you could be a "sell out"I hate it when people say “you’ve sold out”. Followed by “I’d never sell out”. Really? Have you ever had the opportunity to sell out?What even is a “sell out”? The betrayal of one’s artistic principals, in exchange for monetary compensation? Who defines one’s artistic principals? I wanted to be a country star, but instead I’ve made most of my music income though song licensing. Does that make me a sell out because I’ve lost focus on the original goal, or did I make a pivot to capitalize on an opportunity that ga...
2021-07-0704 minBalanced ArtistHow do you know when you've "made it"?What does it mean when you’ve “made it”? You push for so long to create opportunities for your creative career. Create your best work, and try to get it in front of as many people as possible. That process never really ends, but there is a tipping point where the “push” turns to “pull”.Instead of incessantly knocking on doors, it’s your door bell that gets rung. To a point where you want to temporarily turn the lights out and pretend like there is nobody home. Let's discuss...…………………………………………https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist...
2021-06-3006 minBalanced ArtistYour Opportunity will present itself when you are ReadyI heard someone recently say that you can’t attract the type of partner you want until you become the type of person that will attract them. Essentially, when you become the romantic partner you’re capable of becoming, the romantic partner you’re worthy of will appear. I thought it was powerful, and I often think about that with our art. If you try to take short cuts, you’re going to get short cut results. They say it takes several years to create an overnight success. It takes time to discover your voice, and who you’re sp...
2021-06-2305 minBalanced ArtistCreate your own Opportunities - Comedian/Musician/Film Maker Henry PhillipsYou’ve seen him on ‘Comedy Central‘, ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’, shows like Silicon Valley. His semi-biographical cult comedy film “Punching the Clown” received the Audience award at Slamdance film festival ’09, and the sequel ‘Punching Henry’ is now airing on the Showtime network. His YouTube channel, featuring the tutorial cooking series “Henry’s Kitchen”, has garnered over 3 million views. Phillips continues to tour comedy venues as a musician/comedian.In this episode:-How to bootstrap your way into creating a studio film. -How diverse performers always get lumped into one category/genre. -Create your own opportuniti...
2021-06-1643 minBalanced ArtistTrust your Intuition & Go with your gut - with Celebrity Psychic-Medium Patti NegriPatti Negri is a Psychic-Medium best known for her recurring role on the Travel Channel’s #1 show GHOST ADVENTURES. She is the international best-selling author of OLD WORLD MAGICK FOR THE MODERN WORLD. Her body of work includes appearances on such shows as MASTER CHEF, BEVERLY HILLS PAWN and Jeff Lewis’ FLIPPING OUT. She has graced numerous magazine covers, contributed to over 20 books and conducted seances on radio, film, and TV working with such legends as Jon Voight, Josh Duhamel, Chevy Chase and Sylvester Stallone. In this episode: -Stars have a different vibrational energy than “ev...
2021-06-0236 minBalanced ArtistSay Yes to everything, then figure it out later - Janet RobinHer band Precious Metal was signed to Chameleon/Capitol Records, Precious Metal released several albums, wrote with Heart, Poison and Cheap Trick. Janet was picked by Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham, in support of his 1992 solo album.Her original songs placed in TV and films such as “One Life to Live,” “All my Children,” “Felicity,” and has also started a side project featuring 4 amazing guitar players- "The String Revolution, who single “Red Drops” reached the Top 10 Spotify Instrumental Charts. In this episode:-Say YES to everything, then figure it out later. -How Donald Trump b...
2021-05-2750 minBalanced ArtistHow to "un-typecast" yourself, by creating original content - Lauren ComptonActress , comedian & content creator who has been in multiple TV and film roles, but now focusing on creating her own original comedy content. Blowing up TikTok's most viral trend with over 10 billion impressions worldwide with the wipe it down challenge, recreated millions of times by celebrities such as Will Smith, Bruce Willis & Jason Derulo. In this Episode: -Building a personal brand from your authentic self, not who people think you should be -“un-typecast” yourself, by creating your own content! -Curate content for each platform instead of constantly repurposing on all of them...
2021-05-1946 minBalanced ArtistEmbrace your silly side - with Juno Nominated Comedian Shirley GnomeJuno Award Nominated Musical Comedian Shirley Gnome writes songs that tackle sexual foibles, existential crises, with a giddy levity that catapults us into an absurd world of her own creation. She is signed with Canada's largest independent music label (604 Records. Her album’s Taking It Up The Notch & Decoxification debuted at #1 on the iTunes comedy charts in Canada. In this episode: -The benefits of a record label vs being an independent artist -How to create a unique project and get paid for it through sound exchange -How to get your song he...
2021-05-051h 05Balanced ArtistCarve your own lane - with Comedian JR DeGuzmanComedian JR De Guzman has entertained all over the world. Combining music and comedy, serenading the audience into laughter with songs, jokes, and stories. Winner of 2016 Stand-up NBC & named "New Face" at Just for Laughs 2017, you can catch his quarter hour Netflix special on "The Comedy Lineup." You can also see him on Comedy Central's Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City. Check out his debut album on Sirius XM Radio's Laugh's USA which debuted #1 on iTunes and Billboard. In this Episode: -Embrace your uniqueness, to create your own lane. -Tricks to...
2021-04-2857 minBalanced ArtistHow to be a Profitable Musician - With Entrepreneur/Musician Bree NobleBree Noble is an entrepreneur, musician and host of the profitable musician podcast. She founded Women of Substance Radio, an online radio station that promotes quality female artists in all genres. -Niching your audience to a single market -If you’re not a household name, then market yourself as a product/experience -How to organize a mini tour and bulk your dates -How to still sell CD’s in a streaming world by bulking your merch -How to get true fans, by creating relationships -SEO tips and growing on...
2021-04-2154 minBalanced ArtistHow to be a Selfish Mom - with TEDx speaker Liz CarlileLiz Carlile is a holistic wellness coach and cheerleader for the importance of non-negotiable self-care for mothers. As a certified Health Coach she is the host of the Motherhood Unstressed Podcast, which routinely breaks the Top 50 charts on Apple Podcasts. She is a TEDx speaker, appeared on the cover of Best Self magazine, and has her own line of CBD supplements is in stores nationwide.In this Episode:-How to be a "selfish mom" & take time back for yourself-The difference between dad guilt and mom guilt?-Are people happier now...
2021-04-141h 02Balanced ArtistFusing Music & Comedy - with Stand Up Comedian J Chris NewbergJ Chris Newberg is a stand up comedian who incorporates music into his act. He has appeared on the Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live & Comedy Central. He has toured with Dane Cook and written songs for American Idol. His jokes have been used on Saturday Night Live, Late Night With David Letterman, Chelsea Lately and The Conan O’Brien show. In this episode:-How to get rejected from the Tonight Show for 11 straight years. -Auditioning for Americas Got Talent is easy(when you don’t need it) - TikTok tips an...
2021-04-0753 minBalanced ArtistDon't provide a Service. Give them an Experience - With Chef to the Stars - Ryan RondenoPersonal Chef to the Stars Ryan Rondeno, is a true master of his trade and is ready to shake up the restaurant industry by bringing elegant dishes, bold flavor, and simple technique to the home-front. He’s shared his award-winning culinary creations with some of the most iconic names in the industry, Will Smith, Diddy, Xhibit, Common & Tyrese. In this episode:-Don’t provide a product/service. Provide an experience. -How to create multiple streams of income with your cooking talent. -What to cook ungrateful kids for dinner. -Not just your product that sel...
2021-03-3143 minBalanced ArtistWhen in doubt, do it all! - With Singer/Dancer/Actress Shevyn RobertsShevyn Roberts is an American singer, actress and dancer. She’s opened for Justin Bieber and has acted in shows like Days of our Lives. She’s won multiple music awards and six National Solo Dance Championships with the American Dance/Drill Team School, and named one of Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 Unsigned Artists & Bands of the Year. In this episode: -Create an impact in smaller markets before shooting for the big fish. -Working with Garth Brooks & Jay Leno. -Navigating how far to push your child in the entertainment industry, or the art...
2021-03-2445 minBalanced ArtistAre you making an impact? with Grammy winner - Ricky KejGrammy® Award Winning Composer and Environmentalist. US Billboard #1 artist, GQ Hero 2020. He has performed at prestigious venues in over 30 countries, including the UN Headquarters in New York and Geneva. He serves as the UNESCO MGIEP “Global Ambassador for Kindness”, UNCCD “Land Ambassador”, UNICEF “Celebrity Supporter” & Ambassador for “Earth Day Network”. His vast repertoire of work includes 16 studio albums released internationally, over 3500 commercials and 4 feature films, including the natural history documentary ‘Wild Karnataka’ narrated by Sir David Attenborough. In this episode: -Using music to create a global movement, and persuading political leaders by creating an emotional response in...
2021-03-1758 minBalanced ArtistDo you want it bad enough? From Boxer to Actor - Ben MillikenBorn in Manchester, England, and raised in Australia, where he aspired to be a competitive boxer, but moved to Los Angeles where he quickly began landing acting roles in multiple film and television projects, including Universal's "Blue Crush 2". Most recently, "The Mighty Oak" & season 5 of Amazon's hit show "Bosch".In this episode: -How preparation leads to confidence, and being present in your performance. -How Morgan Freeman has an incredible ability to take power naps between takes. -How collaborations make art that much better, by putting their own spin on someone else's wor...
2021-03-1053 min
HP Podcast Backlog 1Feeling Trapped in a Job to Full Time Creative Career | Rory Gardiner“Do you feel trapped in what you are doing? Or does it fuel you in some way?” Today we are joined by musician and comedian Rory Gardiner who went from being a software consultant to pursuing a career in the arts. He now advocates for being a “Balanced Artist” and today we dig into why creating intentional tension in your life will help your creative pursuits. Connect with Rory www.rorygardiner.com TOPICS: Abandoning complacency with balance When should we abandon ship? And go all-in with our dream? Intentionally creating adversity...
2021-03-0936 min
The Profitable Musician Show20. The Balanced Artist: Why Having A Day Job Makes Sense For Musicians With Rory GardinerBeing a full-time artist even if there’s still no way for you to make what you need solely out of your art is the perfect formula to becoming the stereotypical starving artist. Rory Gardiner joins Bree Noble on the show to explain why there is no shame in being a “balanced artist” – someone who has a day job, perhaps a family, and their art in the mix. In fact, he makes the case for its unexpected advantages over-focusing solely on the art. Rory believes that when you free yourself from thinking of your art as the way you make money, you...
2021-03-0535 min
The Profitable Musician Show20. The Balanced Artist: Why Having A Day Job Makes Sense For Musicians With Rory GardinerBeing a full-time artist even if there’s still no way for you to make what you need solely out of your art is the perfect formula to becoming the stereotypical starving artist. Rory Gardiner joins Bree Noble on the show to explain why there is no shame in being a “balanced artist” – someone who has a day job, perhaps a family, and their art in the mix. In fact, he makes the case for its unexpected advantages over-focusing solely on the art. Rory believes that when you free yourself from thinking of your art as the way you make money...
2021-03-0535 minBalanced ArtistGold Digging, Cheating Spouses & Surveillance with Private Investigator - Andy KayWant to marry an old rich person for their money? Cheat on your spouse, or lose a tail in a casual car chase? Here are some things to avoid…. Andy Kay is the owner and founder of Kay and Associates Investigations in Los Angeles, CA. Since then, Kay has become the go-to investigator for Hollywood elites and Fortune 500 companies. They’ve done child custody cases, asset protection, and over the past 28 year, they’ve watched the infidelity tactics evolve with technology and the rapidly changing social landscape of the world today.In this epi...
2021-03-0340 minBalanced ArtistEmbrace your inner Bad-Ass with Actress - Cheyenne HernandezThis Latina/Native American icon from El Paso, Texas enlisted in the Army at only 16-years old. She was discharged after an injured in a military vehicle accident in the Mojave Desert. Just when her life trajectory fell off course, she met her acting coach who asked her to audition for the film “The Tax Collector,” (Shia LaBeouf) where she landed a leading role as the villain, performing her own stunts. In this episode we learn: - How to pursue something despite what family and friends think. -What Shia LaBouf taught her about method a...
2021-02-2449 minBalanced ArtistDoes your Marriage Suck? - Casey & Meygan to the Rescue! - Marriage 365Ready to get your marriage back on track? Casey Caston & Meygan Caston from Marriage 365 want their children to be raised in a world where healthy and connected couples are the norm. They achieve this by giving people the confidence and awareness they need to do relationships well. In this episode: -We discover the key to a successful marriage. -Instead of bad mouthing your spouse to your friends or a therapist, maybe work on yourself first. -How waiting until the kids leave for college to call it quits is the worst thing you c...
2021-02-171h 13Balanced ArtistMultitask like a Fearless Model/Actress/Comic/Mom - Eugenia KuzminaRussian-American actress, comedian and model. Her modeling career took off when she appeared on the cover of Glamour, and walked the runway for multiple designers including Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen. She then transitioned into acting and has appeared in such films to include: Bad Moms, Dirty Grandpa & Fury. In this episode: -How pursuit is more important than the accomplishments. -How she managed to fit having kids in the middle of her modeling career. -How Modelling is the quickest way to make you feel inadequate. -How mediation comes in man...
2021-02-1346 minBalanced ArtistGrammy Winner Lucy Kalantari - Don’t put Boundaries on your ImaginationLucy Kalantari is a GRAMMY® Award winning songwriter, composer and producer based in Brooklyn, New York, making jazz age inspired music for families. Her songs are on steady rotation on SiriusXM Kids Place Live and other family radio programs around the country. Her latest album, All the Sounds won a GRAMMY for Best Children’s Album in the 61st GRAMMY® Awards. In this episode: -How splitting drills with fun - leads to optimal learning when picking up an instrument -How you don’t know what you’re into unless you give it a try ...
2021-02-0953 min
Wilfully FunnySeason 2, Episode 22: Rory GardinerI talk with Ottawa comic and musician Rory Gardiner.
We talked more about music and being your authentic self than we did about comedy. Rory told me about his journey in music and comedy and his Ted Talk experience. Very engaging and interesting conversation. We literally shot the breeze.
2021-02-0959 minBalanced ArtistBalanced Breakdown - Crystal Shawanda(Recap)Balanced Breakdown is a short wrap up of the discussion with our most recent guest, where we pick apart some of the tidbits we can apply to our creative lifestyles as Balanced Artists. Crystal Shawanda is a Canadian singer/songwriter, JUNO winner, CCMA winner, now living in Nashville. Coming from a Native family, she grew up on a reserve in Northern Ontario. She hit the country music scene with a #1 smash “you can let go”. She then followed her heart(and raspy voice), and made a pivot into the blues world. A genre that feels more auth...
2021-02-0419 minBalanced ArtistCrystal Shawanda - How to pivot mid career when you feel stifled in your creative journeyCrystal Shawanda is a Canadian singer/songwriter, JUNO winner, CCMA winner, now living in Nashville. Coming from a Native family, she grew up on a reserve in Northern Ontario. She hit the country music scene with a #1 smash “you can let go”. She then followed her heart(and raspy voice), and made a pivot into the blues world. A genre that feels more authentic to who she is as an artist. In this episode: -Is fame really what you expect it to be? Or is it a numbing and isolatin...
2021-02-031h 00Balanced ArtistBalanced Breakdown - Carlos PenaVega(Recap)Balanced Breakdown is a short wrap up of the discussion with our most recent guest, where we pick apart some of the tidbits we can apply to our creative lifestyles as Balanced Artists. Carlos is an American actor and singer. He starred on the Nickelodeon series Big Time Rush and was a member of the band Big Time Rush. He’s been on a number of TV shows, including ER, and Dancing with the Stars. He started a YouTube channel with his wife Alexa where you can get a glimpse into their family life. Most recently they both...
2021-01-2814 minBalanced ArtistCarlos PenaVega - Don't Wait for Opportunities, Create them!Carlos is an American actor and singer. He starred on the Nickelodeon series Big Time Rush and was a member of the band Big Time Rush. He’s been on a number of TV shows, including ER, and Dancing with the Stars. He started a YouTube channel with his wife Alexa where you can get a glimpse into their family life. Most recently they both star in the movie The Mighty Oak. In this episode: -How to stay married even while competing against each other on Dancing with the stars. -How to find time t...
2021-01-2742 minBalanced ArtistBalanced Breakdown - Robert Mack(Recap)Balanced Breakdown is a short wrap up of the discussion with our most recent guest, where we pick apart some of the tidbits we can apply to our creative lifestyles as Balanced Artists. Robert Mack is an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Executive Coach, and Author. A creative career can come with many emotional hurdles. From big wins, to an abundant amount of rejection. If we have a healthy baseline level of happiness, it will help us continue to put our best work out into the world without getting derailed.Roberts work...
2021-01-2130 minBalanced ArtistElevate Your Happiness with Positive Psychology Expert Robert MackRobert Mack is an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Executive Coach, and Author. A creative career can come with many emotional hurdles. From big wins, to an abundant amount of rejection. If we have a healthy baseline level of happiness, it will help us continue to put our best work out into the world without getting derailed. Roberts work has been endorsed by Oprah, Vanessa Williams, and many others, and he has been a regularly featured guest expert on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Networks, OWN, and in magazines like...
2021-01-2054 minBalanced ArtistBalanced Breakdown - Brian Vanderark(Recap)Balanced Breakdown is a short wrap up of the discussion with our most recent guest, where we pick apart some of the tidbits we can apply to our creative lifestyles as Balanced Artists. Brian Vander Ark is the lead singer and songwriter for The Verve Pipe. Their biggest hit "The Freshmen" hit #1! His solo career includes four studio albums. One of which he recorded a series of songs with Jeff Daniels. It’s hard to picture Harry from dumb and dumber singing, but here it is. In 2007, he created the Lawn Chairs and Living...
2021-01-1515 minBalanced ArtistRags to Rockstar - with Verve Pipe singer Brian VanderarkBrian Vanderark is the lead singer and songwriter for The Verve Pipe. His solo career includes four studio albums. One of which he recorded a series of songs with Jeff Daniels. It’s hard to picture Harry from dumb and dumber singing, but here it is. In 2007, he created the Lawn Chairs and Living Rooms House Concert Series, and has played over 800 shows in the homes of his fans. Brian is also a speaker, telling his story to financial institutions, schools, and non-profits. Balanced Artists can learn from Brian's resilie...
2021-01-1455 minBalanced ArtistTrailer - What is a Balanced Artist?Have you asked yourself why do you want be an artist? Because you want to monetize the thing that you love?Do you even want to monetize it?If you got into the creative arts specifically for fortune, you’re probably doing it wrong, because there are way easier ways to make money.Or maybe the fame or attention you’re after?That craving for attention may be resolved with a long overdue hug from your parents, or just release a sex tape.A balanced artist can achieve all this...
2021-01-1303 min
Motherhood UnstressedUsing Humor to Overcome Adversity with Country Artist and Stand-Up Comedian Rory GardinerRory Gardiner is a CCMA Nominated Country Artist, TEDx speaker, and stand-up comedian. His viral Youtube video that brought him to the TEDx stage centered on using humor to overcome adversity. He now speaks all over the world inspiring both adults and kids with his message of vulnerability, humor, and above all, hope. His latest kids album on self-acceptance and self-love, "When I Grow Up" is out now! Connect with Rory at http://www.rorygardiner.com and Instagram @rorygardinermusic. Please share and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! About Our Sponsor Moth...
2019-11-1831 min
Living Your Life with Lianne LaingChoosing Humour In The Most Difficult Of Times- Musician Rory Gardiner Has The Punch Lines!I met Rory Gardiner on the set at CTV Morning Live and interviewed him about his country music career. It's impressive. He has toured worldwide and recorded songs in Nashville, and even opened up for Keith Urban. His latest albums are geared for kids.He's also a comedian, performing at comedy clubs all over North America and chillin with canadian comics like Tom Green and Mike MacDonald.But the turning point for me asking Rory to come on the podcast was his experience as a TedX speaker talking about humor as a coping mechanism. For m...
2019-10-3154 min
The Sync LabHacking The Music Business With Rory GardinerAaron Davison from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with musician Rory Gardiner about how to hack the music business and make a full time living from your music.
2015-03-2528 min
In The Country with Dave WoodsInterview with Rory GardinerOttawa's Rory Gardiner is a passionate and energetic live performing artist - playing over 100 live shows a year showcasing his music. He's been featured on a CMT nationally broadcasted reality show, as well as the CMT Top 20 Countdown with Casey Clarke. Encouraged by a musically talented family, Rory’s music career began on the drum set at the early age of eleven playing modern and classic rock. It wasn’t long before he picked up the guitar and began exploring Country Music, focusing his efforts on singing and songwriting. His reputation garnered him an invitation to teach a course in Effe...
2010-11-1929 minInterview with Rory GardinerOttawa's Rory Gardiner is a passionate and energetic live performing artist - playing over 100 live shows a year showcasing his music. He's been featured on a CMT nationally broadcasted reality show, as well as the CMT Top 20 Countdown with Casey Clarke. Encouraged by a musically talented family, Rory’s music career began on the drum set at the early age of eleven playing modern and classic rock. It wasn’t long before he picked up the guitar and began exploring Country Music, focusing his efforts on singing and songwriting. His reputation garnered him an invitation to teach a course in Effe...
2010-11-1930 min