Excelsior Journeys

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with the author now known as CE Foltz. After making herself known as an author in the YA/MG genres under the name Coral Elizabeth, she has taken the freedom afforded to the modern-day author and moved into adult science-fiction. Now with a new name and a fresh high-stakes story at the ready, CE is ready to show the world with her new novel "The Paradox Legion" that the world doesn't want to confine you to one genre like it was in the older times. It's ready to hear or read your story, no matter what kind it is.Find out more about CE Foltz and purchase The Paradox Legion by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow audiobook narrator Victoria Connolly. After working in retail for ten years, Victoria decided to stop putting her creative dreams on hold and leapt into the wonderful world of audiobook narrating. Through sheer talent and tenacity, she has built strong professional relationships with indie authors, USA Today & New York Times bestselling authors, audiobook producers such as Tantor Media, Podium, and Audio Sorceress (led by Marnye Young, a friend of the show), and even publishers such as Simon & Schuster. Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow author Georgia Lininger, who not only made her creative passion a reality by publishing her own works, but also set out to provide the same kind of opportunity to other authors through her own Salus Publishing. And what is truly amazing about Georgia's work - other than the various authors she has discovered - is that she has remained true to her environmental convictions by making all Salus books with carbon-neutral, 100% recycled and environmentally-friendly paper, inks, and processes. Learn more about Salus Publishing by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

** THE FOLLOWING EPISODE CONTAINS MATERIAL THAT MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER EARS. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. **This week on Excelsior Journeys, host and producer George Sirois sits down with fellow author Dr Leanna Wolfe. With the recent launch of her non-fiction book "177 Lovers and Counting: My Life as a Sex Researcher," Leanna has not only succeeded in getting this long-researched book out into the world. but she has also proven a book's reach doesn't have to be confined to readers. Leanna discusses how she presented a one-woman show based on her book at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, as well as what prompted her to start this journey in the first place.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

Writing is, at its heart, a very solitary profession. No matter how the day unfolds, at some point the writer has to sit down by themselves and get the daily word count finished. Sometimes the words spill out onto the page very easily, most of the time it's agonizing just to put one sentence together. So it's very important for the writer to have a community to lean on, people who know the highs and lows that come with doing this day in and day out. That's where author Sara Burton comes in, and she is the guest this week on the Excelsior Journeys podcast. Sara sits down with host & producer George Sirois and lets authors everywhere know that she has a handful of glitter ready to celebrate all the milestones, no matter how small they may be, and that her community on Discord is all about sharing positivity, support, love, motivation, and inspiration. Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with charisma expert Milena Dalinaros. With years in performance coaching and now with her first book in progress, Milena has made it her mission to help as many people as possible to unlock the charisma within themselves. By tapping into this energy that some don't even realize they have, they become much more credible as authority figures in their chosen field, they connect with more people, and they succeed in growing both their fanbase and income.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

This week, host & producer George Sirois sits down with the filmmaking duo The Boylan Sisters. Since starting their own production company, Alexandra Boylan and Andrea Polnaszek have written & produced various films all around the country, and everywhere they've gone, they've been met with nothing but support, enthusiasm, and a willingness to help. They've proven time and again that features can be made anywhere and that the wonderful world of filmmaking doesn't have to be confined to Hollywood. Introduce yourself to the Boylan Sisters by watching their feature Catching Faith HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

This week, host & producer George Sirois sits down with fellow podcaster Stephanie Laffey. As co-host of the show Stay Introverted, Stephanie has made it a mission to let fellow introverts know that it's okay to not try to push yourself to get out there and act extroverted when you only want to do the exact opposite. This is a show that encourages its listeners to simply be who they are and remember that there are many others just like them. Subscribe to Stay Introverted by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

This week, host & producer George Sirois takes the time to answer some questions about getting into voice acting and audiobook narrating, as well as advice on what to do and what not to do when starting a podcast. Also, if you have an idea for a podcast yourself, the Once Upon a Podcast Network wants to know about it. Send your concept - or some samples of your work - to george@hesgotit.com, and you might be the latest addition to the network's roster. Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with his friend & co-worker, voice artist Chris Woodworth. The two discuss getting to know each other through the 529 Club on the Clubhouse app, working together on Excelsior: The Audio Journey, the animation VO dubbing videos on social media that sparked a sensation and led to Chris gaining well-deserved representation with more than one agency, and much more. For more information, please check out Chris Woodworth's website by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with actress, playwright, and screenwriter Catherine Butterfield. Starting out as an actress performing on stage in various theaters around the country, Catherine took control over her career and started writing plays that she could star in, including a one-woman show. This led to many opportunities and connections that led to Catherine working on network television shows and feature films. And now, in February 2024, she is taking the next big leap in her career by releasing her debut novel, The Serpent and the Rose.For more information, go to Catherine's website HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with Michele DeFilippo, the founder of 1106 Design. A one-stop shop for everything an indie author needs for their books for over 20 years, 1106 provides formatting, cover design, interior design, eBook production, and even audiobook production that are at the same level of books launched by the top publishers in the country. And Michele is here to share the story of how this service came to be, how so many talented individuals have helped over the years, and how you can use their services to create a finished product that's worthy of the words you focused on several years ago.For more information, go to the 1106 Design website by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with prolific fellow podcaster Reena Friedman Watts, host & producer of her show Better Call Daddy. Reena has worked behind the scenes in television for years and has taken her experiences and expertise to the world of podcasting. And as 2024 begins, Reena has dedicated herself to kicking doors down and building a community of creatives that support, encourage, and inspire each other. To subscribe to the Better Call Daddy Podcast, click HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with Rabbi / Personal & Executive Coach / retired EMS Ezra Max. For years, Rabbi Ezra has been working with men, women, and children to help them unlock their own potential and be the leaders they want to be. And as we begin 2024, he is preparing a special leadership seminar that will be an ideal way to take your new year's resolutions and make them into a reality. For more information, please click HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

Season 8 of the Excelsior Journeys Podcast is off and running, and this episode featured two veterans of both entertainment and sports entertainment: Dr. Chris Whaley and Mike McClaskey. Chris has been in the squared circle as a professional wrestler and now stands at the pulpit as a pastor at the First Baptist Church of Orlando. He combined his experiences into his first novel "The Masked Saint," which made its way to the big screen in 2016. Mike has faced Chris in the wrestling ring for many years and that has aided his experience as a screenwriter and stunt performer. The two old friends have recently joined forces to co-author the new book "Mr. President?" and they have joined us on the Excelsior Journeys podcast to not only share details about this book, but to also share stories about life on the road and their successful forays into show business.For more about Chris and Mike, click HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

Season 8 of the Excelsior Journeys Podcast has begun! And we're getting it all started with successful author marketing strategist Stephanie Moon. With years of experience in publishing and with authors of various genres, Stephanie is the ideal person you want in your corner. She will push you in the right direction to promote your work and will get you started much sooner than you thought you should start. And as the conversation continued on, Stephanie provided some wonderful insight and suggestions for my own books, which we believe will help a lot of authors that are listening. Get your free Author Marketing Checklist by clicking HERE.For more information about Stephanie Moon, please visit her website HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

It's been an incredibly eventful 2023. For this show, for myself, for the Once Upon a Podcast Network, and more! So this is my chance to take a moment to reflect on everything that has happened this year, to thank everyone for tuning in, and to even provide a little hint of what to expect for 2024. NOTE: I am taking a week off from recording so the season 8 premiere will launch on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

Our month of celebration continues on the Excelsior Journeys podcast with this week's guest Donald Dunn. After serving in the military for over 20 years, Donald started the podcast "Two Drunk Dudes in a Gun Room," which provided him and other servicemen with a fun and creative outlet that allowed them to share stories and even undergo some therapeutic moments. This led Donald to expand his reach and create the Military United Podcast Streams, presenting servicemen and women showcasing their talents in many ways, verbally and even musically.Find out more about Two Drink Dudes in a Gun Room and more by clicking HERE.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

The month of celebrating on the Excelsior Journeys podcast continues with this week's guest, author Tyler Schwanke. After years of studying film in college and beyond, Tyler took all of his experiences as a young filmmaker and brought them together into an exciting new novel from Blackstone Publishing, Breaking In.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

On November 26, 2022, we lost a true Hollywood icon: Albert Pyun, the director of over 30 films who brought a unique style and consistent ability to make the most out of the tiniest budgets. And on December 2, Excelsior Journeys host & producer George Sirois had the honor of speaking with Albert's wife Cynthia Curnan, who was all too happy to share some wonderful stories about the man she stood beside for over 25 years, and who is working with Albert's collaborators to produce the upcoming documentary Albert Pyun: King of Cult Movies. Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.