I Dreamed a Dream…Then Checked My Email

What happens when the dream you’ve chased your whole life starts to look a little different than you imagined? In our premiere episode, hosts Adam Hill and Emily Goldberg dive into their shared theatre roots and the winding paths that followed. From the awkward anxiety of trying to fit in as kids to the intensity of professional auditions and national tours, they share honest stories about what it’s really like to build a life in the arts.Adam reflects on his major career shift from performing onstage to becoming a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Meanwhile, Emily revisits her first-ever audition, finding a sense of belonging through theatre, and navigating the realities of working as an actor in Chicago. Together, they open up about career pivots, letting go of old expectations, and redefining what it means to find true psychological fulfillment. Join Adam and Emily for a conversation about where they started, where they are now, and the unexpected journey that brought them together.This podcast contains occasional strong language and candid conversations. While one of our co-hosts is a licensed psychotherapist, this is not a substitute for professional mental health care.

What happens when the people behind the art finally get the space to be seen, heard, and supported? In this episode, Adam Hill and Emily Goldberg sit down with music director, musician, and vocal coach Carolyn Brady for a raw, urgent conversation about authenticity, identity, and acceptance in the performing arts. Carolyn opens up about the delicate balance of motherhood and a thriving creative career, her mission to build truly supportive artistic spaces, and why we must start advocating for artists as whole people. Together, they dig deep into the heavy stuff: the pressures of the audition room, navigating changing voices and bodies, and the recent Non-Equity Jeff Awards controversy. It is a candid look at the absolute necessity of accountability, transparency, and safety in the industry.  This podcast contains occasional strong language and candid conversations. While one of our co-hosts is a licensed psychotherapist, this is not a substitute for professional mental health care.Follow Carolyn on Insta: @carolynbradymusicFor Voice Lessons, Coaching, etc with Carolyn: https://www.carolynjeanbrady.com/Tickets for “Ride the Cyclone” at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre: https://www.metropolisarts.com/ride-the-cyclone/