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In Houston today with actress-screenwriter-director and acting coach Sara Gaston, talking not only about what it takes to be a successful working actor, but also about the true 'invisible work' of marketing, auditioning, and ultimately taking that work where you can get it! She also discusses her new comedy screenplay "Sanchos and Ponchos" which will be appearing at the Austin Under The Stars Film Festival in October. The busy actress gets real about her love of working with actors who have successfully gone on to big time acting gigs with Spy Kids, Stranger Things, and The Chosen, along with coaching students who have been accepted into the Stella Adler Studio of Acting and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts - to name a few! Bring along your love of the dramatic arts and join us.About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Visiting North Carolina today with singer-songwriter Michael Daughtry, who has carved one hit making trail of music from the Carolinas to Boston to all over the globe! The Berklee College of Music magna cum laude grad (who just so happened to graduate with another singer, songwriter and guitarist - John Mayer!) has worked with musicians Edwin McCain, Mark Davis of Hootie and the Blowfish, Sponge and John Ford Coley, in addition to making his own career path in the music business. Michael explains how his unique brand of songwriting helped him write the current hit "Nothing Special" from his new CD 'Other Side' - which as of August 2023 - was the #1 Independent Adult Contemporary song on radio! He also talks about his work with the Child Advocacy Center of Fayetteville, NC and Raleigh's Rock 'n' Roll Running Series; his many musical influences, a supportive musical extended family and what really inspires him to write a hit song. Bring along your love of music and songwriting and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
In Cleveland today with WMMS The Buzzard radio legend Jeff Kinzbach and his wife Patti, as they talk about their new adventure of livin' life on the road! After 50 years on the air as a morning show host, Jeff agreed with Patti it was time for a change, so they decided to sell their house, buy an RV and live their dream of life on the road while loving every minute of it. With his new podcast 'Rocking the RV Life' and touring in their 54 foot long motor home (Right? It's compact baby!) find out how this dynamic couple make it all work with amazing stories to tell. Listen in as they discuss the trials and tribulations of their traveling gig, embracing minimalism, bringing their very special stage production of life on wheels to 'The Music Box Supper Club' in Cleveland, plus writing about their travel adventures for local online newspaper 'Cleveland Plain Dealer'. Join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Toronto is the place this week as I sit in with Josie Dye, morning DJ at Indie88 and talk about all things radio! From show content to concert festivals, Josie talks about the hustle and grit it takes to not only get into the radio business but staying in the business as well. This natural storyteller is honest and forthright about everything from career train wrecks to broadcast success stories (with a special nod to one of our fave radio consultant Steve Reynolds of Reynolds Group Radio); how content and the business of impact and storytelling matter in radio; and all about her brand new podcast 'Cynthia and Josie's Unmentionables'. We also talk about her television work with Oh So Cosmo and CMT Canada; her genuine love of all music festivals (and that would also include water sports - listen in and find out!); those very early beginnings in Canadian radio; juggling motherhood and work, plus her involvement with a very special charity Socks 4 the Streets, which helps the homeless in Canada. Bring along your love of radio and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Visiting Houston with voiceover legend Dave Crockett, talking about his radio days in Houston, Chicago and Atlanta; the start of his production company WeHo Studios, and all about the voiceover biz! Serious with a mix of humor, Dave shares a great discussion for aspiring (and veteran) voice pros about what it really takes to make it in the voiceover business, how to find your own voice, those questions about unions and agents; how to hustle in a booming voiceover market and why focus and hard work bring true success to any voiceover story. Listen in as we discuss every hilarious detail about how he created his (faux) leopard-jacket-wearing character, Nigel Woodcock (watch the video at his studio website!) Bring your studio savvy self to the studio and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Visiting Boston today to chat in the studio with pro voice talent Jeff Berlin, starting with those oh so crazy radio stories that led to his remarkable voiceover career. Starting his broadcasting career with WAAF, WZBC to WCOZ (both on the air and behind the scenes in the production department) to creating commercials and promos with a definite 'wow' factor, Jeff describes how his true love of music led to all things audio. From his voiceover work with 'The Wahlbergs', 'Grand Theft Auto' and 'Jimmy Kimmel', to why he loves every step of the creative process in audio, his approach to the audition process, plus the changing climate of both the broadcasting and voiceover business, you get the feeling this guy loves what he does. We also talk about a few of his unique sounding company names including 'Ear Stimulator', 'Verb Crunch' and oh yes, the ever famous 'Sound Syrup'. Get into your audio vibe, don the headphones and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
It's Hollywood in Houston baby as I talk with Texas actor and director Joe Grisaffi, discussing all of his very popular films (Laughing Boy, Conjoined and Lars the Emo Kid) along with his recent work on the Netflix series 'Stranger Things' (a gig he scored during Covid no less!). Joe talks about why he loves movies and acting, how flaws can really make a film (so don't panic filmmakers on making it perfect!); plus a special nod to his beloved dog in a soon to be released film called 'Zoe's Story'. Join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Audiobook narrator Mike Lenz knows a thing or two about audio - and with over 200 audiobooks to his credit, I'd call him a true word master! Besides his narration chops, Mike is also a Voice Arts Award nominated podcast producer and host, with an equally storied career as a Pharmacist and Mayor of Saratoga Springs in upstate New York! I mean, can you say multifaceted??? Sharing stories from his coaches Sean Pratt, Jeffrey Kafer and actor P.J. Ochlan, Mike explains the intricate details of the voice business, helpful tips for both first time and veteran narrators, how his hobby - side hustle - part time gig led to a successful audiobook career, and oh that story about bread making. Bring along your ear buds and listen in!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Today I'm in the studio with Anne Beall, author of the book 'Cinderella Didn't Live Happily Ever After: The Hidden Messages in Fairytales' and she definitely has a story to tell! Mixing both her storytelling and marketing research expertise, Anne discusses the hidden messages in fairy tales about marriage, power, good versus evil and so much more. As a leader in the marketing research field and CEO of her own consultancy firm 'Beall Research' Anne offers a new and entertaining look at those beloved fairy tales we all read as children. Join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
In sunny California today with real estate agent and new author Monika Strand as she shares the backstory of her book 'Welcome Home!'. Illustrated by Janette Hill, the book is about a young boy moving to a new home, helping to make the transition of moving from one home to the next so much easier and less scary for himself and his family. In addition to running her busy real estate office, plus a booming new publishing career (she wrote her current book in one day!) Monika offers tips on how she stays creative by working with positivity and motivation, how she helps clients and her fellow realtors and so much more. Join us!SPECIAL NOTE FOR THIS EPISODE ONLY:Order Monika Strand's book from her website and get a 20% discount when you mention 'Spotcomm20' when ordering her book 'Welcome Home!'.Offer ends MARCH 31 2023About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Traveling to North Carolina today to visit with voice talent and coach Dan Friedman, who also happens to be the author of one very popular voiceover book called "Sound Advice" (written 10 years ago and still going strong!) Dan describes his early audio days behind the scenes in promotions and engineering at several radio stations including 96 Rock in Atlanta; spending time with legendary vocal coach Paul Armbruster; being a pro in the recording booth; the ever changing world of audiobooks and voiceover gigs; plus why Eddie Van Halen continues to inspire Dan's new music career and all things creative. Join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Visiting Los Angeles with the guy who knows audio technology inside and out - Don Baarns, a leading expert in voice recording and studio production. Owner of the renowned voiceover courses at VOJumpStart (where both veteran and newbie voiceover talent can learn valuable skills about recording), Don shares what you really need to know about your home studio - before recording! We talk about Punch and Roll (and how mastering this skill makes editing fast and easy); life before Punch and Roll (wait, there was a time??!); his voice recording and production courses (available at Red Baarns Audio); a backstory about 'The Umm Syndrome' (it's a thing - tune in); body language in front of the mic; the growing demand for 'proofers'; how to sound like you're NOT recording a book and more. The big takeaway is how to get more audio recordings done in less time - and of course we all could use a lesson in that! Bring in your love of audio and listen in.About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Dwight Douglas has worked in radio, consulted radio, brought software to radio (Selector anyone?) and now he's written a book about the radio business with 'True Radio Confessions - Sex, Drugs & Rock'n Roll' (available now on Amazon). It's the possibly true (but all names have been changed) fictional story of DJ Sonny Joe McPherson, who takes on a fifty year broadcasting journey filled with - you guessed it - sex, drugs and rock and roll. Dwight talks about his new novel (which by the way has a glossary of terms to help out the non-radio people understand what drives the radio industry), but also discusses his long standing gig with media executive Lee Abrams; a (true) story involving ironing and rocker Bob Seger; why characters like Forrest Gump matter, plus Dwight's take on lessons learned from the deregulation of radio. Whether you're a radio pro or interested in the backstory of radio, join us in the studio!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
In the studio with author Bob Mann, a professor who holds the esteemed Manship Chair in Journalism at the Manship School of Mass Communication at Louisiana State University (LSU), talking about his new book 'Backrooms And Bayous: My Life in Louisiana Politics' - a memoir about his long career in Louisiana politics and everything he learned along the way. Candid and introspective, Bob discusses both journalism, history and politics, including his work on Capitol Hill for Senators Russell B. Long and John Breaux; the changing political landscape; his look at Louisiana history (and the future for The Bayou State); plus the reason why he still enjoys putting in hours of archival research for each of his books - and there are many! Check out his new autobiography at Backrooms And Bayous and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Singer-songwriter Parthenon Huxley is in the studio talking about music, songwriting, journalism and more, including his early work with North Carolina music legends Mitch Easter, Jamie Hoover and Don Dixon; working with 'The Blazers' and his own 'Ridiculous Band'; to leaving the Chapel Hill area to make the move to New York and LA, eventually signing with MCA and Columbia Records (plus gigs with Mick Jones of Foreigner and Robert Lamm of Chicago). Currently working on his memoir with a very catchy title (listen to the podcast!) we also talk about teaming up and touring along with a cool symphonic rock band called 'The Orchestra starring ELO Former Members' with Electric Light Orchestra musicians Bev Bevan, Kelly Groucutt, Mik Kaminski and Lou Clark (as well as Eric Troyer). Join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
In Hollywood today with Troy Carlton, who talks about his new film 'Birdies The Movie', shot entirely in North Carolina (and now available on Amazon Prime). The Raleigh native sits down in the studio and talks of how his independent movie about "a washed up golf phenom who gets hired as the pro at a decaying country club where catching a buzz is par for the course" really began with his YouTube channel 'Golf Jokes from Tight Lies'; working with comedian Ryan O'Flanagan and actor Nate Panning; his company Crane House Film and more. We also discuss a special screening in June for his movie at the famous Rialto Theatre in Raleigh! So bring along your popcorn, your cleated golf shoes - okay, maybe leave those at home - and listen to a unique back story from one talented director who made a movie destined to be a golf movie classic! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
In the studio with award winning Alysson Bourque, author of the Alycat Series of children's books. The series has gained loyal followers both in the United States (where her books were included in the Swag Bags at the Oscars AND the Grammy's!) and an equally strong following in the United Kingdom, with the support of Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, who chose Alysson's book series to be a part of the Duchess's 'Storytime with Fergie and Friends' on YouTube. This busy mom (inspired by her children to write) describes a writing journey from elementary school teacher to law school grad, to her work as Assistant Attorney General for the state of Louisiana, combined with hours of hard work and a true passion for writing. Her current book 'Alycat And The CattyWampus Wednesday" (available now on Amazon) delights young audiences with the story of a cat named AlyCat who solves problems '"with a big heart and a creative imagination"'. We also discuss the story behind Alysson's book marketing company 'Forward Publicity'. It's a writing journey you don't want to miss. Join us!Check out the AlyCat Series website for more about how you can help literacy in your community!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
Offering sage advice with real life stories on transitioning, former MIX 101.5 FM (Raleigh, North Carolina) morning guy (now author) Bill Jordan discusses his book "Embrace the Boom" which in his words '"empowers, encourages and inspires my fellow members of the Baby Boomer generation"' (and read the special introduction from Duke Men's Basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski). We then talk about everything from radio (40 years as a morning show host) to his current voiceover career; the art of social media (and how it relates to radio); aging gracefully; living on less; minimalism, and his work with the Children's Miracle Network. Tune in to this veteran radio broadcaster who serves up an entertaining episode of just how to embrace where you are and own it. About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
It's no easy feat becoming a bestselling author, but in today's episode, Elizabeth Spann Craig proves that with determination anything is possible. We discuss her new book - "A Notion to Murder", part of her Southern Quilting Mystery series (available now on Amazon) along with other novels including "A Dash of Murder" (from the Myrtle Clover Mystery series) and "Frictional Characters" from the Village Library series. A lifelong fan of mystery books (yup, think Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys!) this South Carolina native has read just about every mystery novel she could get her hands on from a very early age, and soon realized becoming a writer was the career for her. Over 40 books later, the Penguin-Random House and Midnight Ink author (who has also published many of her books independently) discusses the truth about marketing a book, new writer challenges, dealing with rejection and learning how to 'stick with it' in a highly competitive industry. Bring along a cuppa and join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
For many in the voiceover world, Bob Souer is known as 'The Second Nicest Guy in Voiceover", and after spending time at his studio in Pittsburgh, I finally found the true story of how he got that brand started (with a shout out to fellow voice pro and marketing guru Doug Turkel) Listen in on how Bob's start in radio, combined with a childhood love of books and performance, has paved the way to a very successful business, beginning with his first audiobook project: narrating the Bible for Thomas Nelson, a. world leading publisher and provider of Christian content. With an honest approach to the business of voiceovers and audiobook narration, Bob gives advice on everything from building relationships within the voice industry, why working alongside directors and editors on audiobooks is so important, to ways to keep your business growing and more. The Audie Award and Earphones Award winning performer also talks about his special upcoming project - narrating a new translation of the Bible (published by The Bible Hub). It's a full circle story from a seasoned voice pro you don't want to miss!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum
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