"Engage Your Passion" Podcast
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsGetting the right advice, reliable resources, and effective networking tools can be difficult when looking for the next steps towards a successful career in the arts and entertainment industry. Tony & Sarah Smith (Award-Winning and Two Time Emmy Nominated Producers & Directors) give you the tips, tools, tricks, and resources needed to navigate a successful career when venturing into the world of entertainment. Get information from Tony N Sarah as well as their guests, who are working industry professionals, and get proven tools and resources that will help you develop, grow, and monetize your career.
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Episodes
A product of the product - w Sara Ebinger
April 07, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBTony N Sarah talk with the Program Director of Industry AXS, Sara Ebinger. Industry AXS is a talent development and brand activation firm for aspiring artists, performers, and influencers. Get insights about her journey and how AXS allows her to engage her passion on a daily basis.
A product of the product - w Sara Ebinger
April 07, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBTony N Sarah talk with the Program Director of Industry AXS, Sara Ebinger. Industry AXS is a talent development and brand activation firm for aspiring artists, performers, and influencers. Get insights about her journey and how AXS allows her to engage her passion on a daily basis.
Meet Sara Ebinger - A true product of the product
April 07, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBTony N Sarah talk with the Program Director of Industry AXS, Sara Ebinger. Industry AXS is a talent development and brand activation firm for aspiring artists, performers, and influencers. Get insights about her journey and how AXS allows her to engage her passion on a daily basis.
No More Excuses!
April 01, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBTony N Sarah dive into why there are "No More Excuses!" when it comes to making it in today's arts and entertainment industry. Get tools, tips, insights, and resources on how to have success when engaging your passion! www.industryAXS.com [email protected] +1 646-877-2329 Industry AXS Brand development & activation for aspiring artists, performers, creatives, and influencers Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra co...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 3 Ep#26 - "No More Excuses!"
April 01, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBTony N Sarah dive into why there are "No More Excuses!" when it comes to making it in today's arts and entertainment industry. Get tools, tips, insights, and resources on how to have success when engaging your passion! www.industryAXS.com [email protected] +1 646-877-2329 Industry AXS Brand development & activation for aspiring artists, performers, creatives, and influencers
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 3 Ep#25 - How to manage rejection
March 17, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBTony & Sarah discuss ways to manage rejection when pursuing a career within the arts & entertainment industry. Everyone will experience rejection when navigating this industry. What can you learn from it? How does rejection affect you? How do you maintain your confidence? Get tips and tricks on how to use rejection to fuel your career. Industry AXS Brand development & activation for aspiring artists, performers, creatives, and influencers
Tools to help you manage rejection
March 17, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBTony & Sarah discuss ways to manage rejection when pursuing a career within the arts & entertainment industry. Everyone will experience rejection when navigating this industry. What can you learn from it? How does rejection affect you? How do you maintain your confidence? Get tips and tricks on how to use rejection to fuel your career. Industry AXS Brand development & activation for aspiring artists, performers, creatives, and influencers Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate li...
EYP Spotlight - Talent Managers Vic & Lou
March 10, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBTony & Sarah's EYP Spotlight are two Talent Management & Booking specialists that are celebrating their 40th year in the Arts & Entertainment Industry. Victoria Barclay & Louis Epstein own and operate the Best Entertainers Talent Agency out of Houston, TX. They have booked and managed some of the largest talent in the world. They sit down and share their insights and knowledge on networking, representation, work ethic, and more. Engage your passion with us today with Vic & Lou! Industry ...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 3 Ep#24 - Best Entertainers - Vic & Lou share over 40 years of Talent Management insights
March 10, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBTony & Sarah's EYP Spotlight are two Talent Management & Booking specialists that are celebrating their 40th year in the Arts & Entertainment Industry. Victoria Barclay & Louis Epstein own and operate the Best Entertainers Talent Agency out of Houston, TX. They have booked and managed some of the largest talent in the world. They sit down and share their insights and knowledge on networking, representation, work ethic, and more. Engage your passion with us today with Vic & Lou! Industry...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep#23 - Recap
February 10, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week Tony and Sarah discuss their favorite moments from the podcast thus far. Also, get their top three tips for how to keep this year going and stay on track!
Our favorite moments
February 10, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week Tony and Sarah discuss their favorite moments from the podcast thus far. Also, get their top three tips for how to keep this year going and stay on track!
Questions from our listeners...
February 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBThis week, Tony and Sarah are opening the mailbox and answering your questions! 1. How do you brand yourself when you are not on social media? 2. Should I go to a 4-year college or conservatory? Should I go to an art school? 3. How do you stop yourself from doubting yourself? 4. How do I support my child without being a stage mom/ dad? 5. When people don't respond to phone or email messages, how do you contact someone without being annoying? 6. How do you pick what job is right for you and...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #21 - Q&A
February 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBThis week, Tony and Sarah are opening the mailbox and answering your questions! 1. How do you brand yourself when you are not on social media? 2. Should I go to a 4-year college or conservatory? Should I go to an art school? 3. How do you stop yourself from doubting yourself? 4. How do I support my child without being a stage mom/ dad? 5. When people don't respond to phone or email messages, how do you contact someone without being annoying? 6. How do you pick what job is right for you and...
Virtual vs. In Person Auditions
January 14, 2021 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBTony and Sarah talk about Virtual vs. in-person auditions. They discuss the difference between a self-tape and a live virtual audition setting. They discuss what you will need and how to prepare to make sure you are ready for your next big audition.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 20 - Virtual vs. In Person Auditions
January 14, 2021 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBTony and Sarah talk about Virtual vs. in-person auditions. They discuss the difference between a self-tape and a live virtual audition setting. They discuss what you will need and how to prepare to make sure you are ready for your next big audition.
How to Start your Personal Brand
January 06, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBTony and Sarah talk about how to start your personal brand. They discuss the very first steps you should be doing no matter if you have been an artist for a long time or if you are just getting started in High School. They discuss how following these tips allow you to launch your brand and career to the next level.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 19 - How to Start your Personal Brand
January 06, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBTony and Sarah talk about how to start your personal brand. They discuss the very first steps you should be doing no matter if you have been an artist for a long time or if you are just getting started in High School. They discuss how following these tips allow you to launch your brand and career to the next level.
Skills vs Education
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBTony and Sarah talk about having training and technique in the arts and entertainment business vs having the education in knowing what it takes to actually get in the business and become a professional. They discuss how to get work. How to get representation. And they even take a few questions from their staff.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 18 - “Skills vs Education”
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBTony and Sarah talk about having training and technique in the arts and entertainment business vs having the education in knowing what it takes to actually get in the business and become a professional. They discuss how to get work. How to get representation. And they even take a few questions from their staff.
EYP Spotlight - Dominique & Adrian w In House Chefs Catering
November 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBTony and Sarah talk to Dominique and Chef Adrian of In House Chefs about their challenges of being good enough and perseverance. They share their challenges and their triumphs and how they got through it and how they got through it together! Website: https://inhousechefs.com/ Social Media: @inhousechefshtx
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 5 - "Perseverance" with Dominique and Chef Adrian
November 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBTony and Sarah talk to Dominique and Chef Adrian of In House Chefs about their challenges of being good enough and perseverance. They share their challenges and their triumphs and how they got through it and how they got through it together! Website: https://inhousechefs.com/ Social Media: @inhousechefshtx
How to Cultivate Real Relationships
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top tips for cultivating "Real" relationships in the arts and entertainment business. The talk about how to make sure they know you, they like you, and they trust you! 1. Create Content 2. Engage your community 3. Call to Action 4. Quantitative Results 5. Feedback & Insights Join our challenge at comchallenge.industryaxs.com Follow us on social @adamsdavyaxs
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 17 - "How to Cultivate Real Relationships"
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top tips for cultivating "Real" relationships in the arts and entertainment business. The talk about how to make sure they know you, they like you, and they trust you! 1. Create Content 2. Engage your community 3. Call to Action 4. Quantitative Results 5. Feedback & Insights Join our challenge at comchallenge.industryaxs.com Follow us on social @adamsdavyaxs
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 4 - "How to Cultivate Real Relationships"
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top tips for cultivating "Real" relationships in the arts and entertainment business. The talk about how to make sure they know you, they like you, and they trust you! 1. Create Content 2. Engage your community 3. Call to Action 4. Quantitative Results 5. Feedback & Insights Join our challenge at comchallenge.industryaxs.com Follow us on social @adamsdavyaxs
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 16 - "How to Monetize your Brand using Scholarships"
November 11, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top steps for monetizing your brand by attracting scholarships to you.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 3 - "How to Monetize your Brand using Scholarships"
November 11, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top steps for monetizing your brand by attracting scholarships to you.
How to Monetize your Brand using Scholarships
November 11, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBTony and Sarah discuss their top steps for monetizing your brand by attracting scholarships to you.
"Building Successful Habits"
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBTony N Sarah discuss how to build successful habits and how that can help you with your mental and physical health and why that is important for a career in the arts and entertainment business.
"Building Successful Habits"
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBTony N Sarah discuss how to build successful habits and how that can help you with your mental and physical health and why that is important for a career in the arts and entertainment business.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 15 - "Building Successful Habits"
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBTony N Sarah discuss how to build successful habits and how that can help you with your mental and physical health and why that is important for a career in the arts and entertainment business.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 2 - "Building Successful Habits"
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBTony N Sarah discuss how to build successful habits and how that can help you with your mental and physical health and why that is important for a career in the arts and entertainment business.
EYP Spotlight - "Taking Chances & Risks" w Nicole Smith
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBTony & Sarah talk to Nicole R Smith about taking chances and risks, that is what will help guide you in life. They discuss how growing up in the military, her track years, dance years, being a single mom, all prepared her for what she's doing now. Connect with Nicole! www.nicolersmith.net @nicolersmithnet on Social Media Listen to her podcast - From the Suggestion Box Don't forget to pick up her book, Game On on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Game-Relentlessly-Pursue-Your-Dreams/dp/...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 1 - "Taking Chances & Risks" with Nicole R Smith
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBTony & Sarah talk to Nicole R Smith about taking chances and risks, that is what will help guide you in life. They discuss how growing up in the military, her track years, dance years, being a single mom, all prepared her for what she's doing now. Connect with Nicole! www.nicolersmith.net @nicolersmithnet on Social Media Listen to her podcast - From the Suggestion Box Don't forget to pick up her book, Game On on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Game-Relentlessly-Pursue-Your-Dreams/dp/...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Season 2 Ep 14 - "Taking Chances & Risks" with Nicole R Smith
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBTony & Sarah talk to Nicole R Smith about taking chances and risks, that is what will help guide you in life. They discuss how growing up in the military, her track years, dance years, being a single mom, all prepared her for what she's doing now. Connect with Nicole! www.nicolersmith.net @nicolersmithnet on Social Media Listen to her podcast - From the Suggestion Box Don't forget to pick up her book, Game On on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Game-Relentlessly-Pursue-Your-Dreams/dp/...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #11 - "Skill vs Value"
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBTony N Sarah discuss "Skill vs Value" within the arts and entertainment industry. Is skill enough to be successful in the industry today? How do you show brand value and be attractive to industry decision makers? Tony N Sarah provide insights into the successes and challenges they faced as directors, choreographers, and Emmy nominated producers.
5 Reasons Why A Powerful Personal Brand Can Help you be Successful
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBTony N Sarah discuss the top 5 reasons why a personal brand can help you be successful in the arts and entertainment industry. 1. Opportunities find you! (Attraction) 2. Online Networking Power (Social Advocates) 3. In-person connections and interests. 4. Get hired. 5 Confidence - find your voice and "Engage Your Passion"
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #12 - "5 Reasons Why A Powerful Personal Brand Can Help you be Successful"
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBTony N Sarah discuss the top 5 reasons why a personal brand can help you be successful in the arts and entertainment industry. 1. Opportunities find you! (Attraction) 2. Online Networking Power (Social Advocates) 3. In-person connections and interests. 4. Get hired. 5 Confidence - find your voice and "Engage Your Passion"
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #13 - "Skill vs Value"
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBTony N Sarah discuss "Skill vs Value" within the arts and entertainment industry. Is skill enough to be successful in the industry today? How do you show brand value and be attractive to industry decision makers? Tony N Sarah provide insights into the successes and challenges they faced as directors, choreographers, and Emmy nominated producers.
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #11 - Top Tips on Why you should become a brand
October 09, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBEYP Podcast Recording - Skill Vs Value · Welcome – Tony n Sarah Ep. 10 · Last week – Relationships · Feedback Thank you to listeners · Skill Vs. Value or EDU vs. Training o It’s not always the best dancer that gets the job because the biggest talent doesn’t always bring the biggest value o Reliability – Respect – Teamwork over Talent · David’s Audition in Vegas o David who didn’t have a lot of dance training went to an audition anyway and ...
Top Tips on Why you should become a brand
October 09, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBEYP Podcast Recording - Skill Vs Value · Welcome – Tony n Sarah Ep. 10 · Last week – Relationships · Feedback Thank you to listeners · Skill Vs. Value or EDU vs. Training o It’s not always the best dancer that gets the job because the biggest talent doesn’t always bring the biggest value o Reliability – Respect – Teamwork over Talent · David’s Audition in Vegas o David who didn’t have a lot of dance training went to an audition anyway and ...
"Is it who you know? Do you have to KNOW someone to BE someone?"
October 07, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBTony & Sarah explore and discuss the question; "Is it who you know when trying to make it within the arts and entertainment industry?" Networking, building relationships, following up, and staying prepared for opportunities as they arrive is the key to success. Listen and get tips on how to build your network of decision-makers as you strive to "thrive" and not just "survive" in the arts and entertainment industry. ***Coming Soon*** AXS Masterclass with Matt Doyle AXS Masterclass with Dav...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #10 - "Is it who you know? Do you have to KNOW someone to BE someone?"
October 07, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBTony & Sarah explore and discuss the question; "Is it who you know when trying to make it within the arts and entertainment industry?" Networking, building relationships, following up, and staying prepared for opportunities as they arrive is the key to success. Listen and get tips on how to build your network of decision-makers as you strive to "thrive" and not just "survive" in the arts and entertainment industry. ***Coming Soon*** AXS Masterclass with Matt Doyle AXS Masterclass with Dav...
EYP SPOTLIGHT "An Artist's Journey" with David LaDuca - PART 2
September 23, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBTony, Sarah, and seasoned performer, David LaDuca, continue to discuss the lessons learned on his artist journey in entertainment in part two of this EYP Spotlight. We continue to discuss how to attract agents and managers, "who" you meet during your career goes a long way, how to become a work magnet within the arts and entertainment industry, and much more on this extended edition of the Engage Your Passion Podcast - Spotlight Edition. Show Notes: GAF Talking View-Master: Click Here To...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #9 - EYP SPOTLIGHT "An Artist's Journey" with David LaDuca - PART 2
September 23, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBTony, Sarah, and seasoned performer, David LaDuca, continue to discuss the lessons learned on his artist journey in entertainment in part two of this EYP Spotlight. We continue to discuss how to attract agents and managers, "who" you meet during your career goes a long way, how to become a work magnet within the arts and entertainment industry, and much more on this extended edition of the Engage Your Passion Podcast - Spotlight Edition. Show Notes: GAF Talking View-Master: Click Here To...
EYP SPOTLIGHT "An Artist's Journey" with David LaDuca - PART 1
September 16, 2020 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBTony, Sarah, and seasoned performer, David LaDuca, discuss the lessons learned on his artist journey in entertainment. We also discuss how to attract agents and managers, "who" you meet during your career goes a long way, how to become a work magnet within the arts and entertainment industry, and much more on this extended edition of the Engage Your Passion Podcast - Spotlight Edition. Show Notes: GAF Talking View-Master: Click Here To View Scholarship Leads - myScholly.com Photograph...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #8 - EYP SPOTLIGHT "An Artist's Journey" with David LaDuca - PART 1
September 16, 2020 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBTony, Sarah, and seasoned performer, David LaDuca, discuss the lessons learned on his artist journey in entertainment. We also discuss how to attract agents and managers, "who" you meet during your career goes a long way, how to become a work magnet within the arts and entertainment industry, and much more on this extended edition of the Engage Your Passion Podcast - Spotlight Edition. Show Notes: GAF Talking View-Master: Click Here To View Scholarship Leads - myScholly.com Photograph...
"Agents, Managers & Headshots, oh my!"
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBTony & Sarah answer questions from their listeners about Agents, Managers, Headshots, and more. Discover resources on how to build your brand: Show Notes: Scholarship Leads - myScholly.com Photographers - https://www.christianwebbphoto.com/ https://www.lillykphotography.com/ https://altorresphotography.com/ Building Your Resume - https://www.adamsdavy.com/axs Audition Websites - https://www.backstage.com https://www.actorsaccess.com https://allcasting.com/ https://www.actorsequity.o...
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #7 - "Agents, Managers & Headshots, oh my!" - Tony & Sarah answer questions from listeners
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBTony & Sarah answer questions from their listeners about Agents, Managers, Headshots, and more. Discover resources on how to build your brand: Show Notes: Scholarship Leads - myScholly.com Photographers - https://www.christianwebbphoto.com/ https://www.lillykphotography.com/ https://altorresphotography.com/ Building Your Resume - https://www.adamsdavy.com/axs Audition Websites - https://www.backstage.com https://www.actorsaccess.com https://allcasting.com/ https://www.actorsequity.o...
Financial Stability in the Arts & Entertainment Industry - Really!"
September 02, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBTony & Sarah provide tips, insights, opinions, and resources on the way to maintain your financial stability within the arts and entertainment industry. Now approaching 50 combined years in the entertainment industry they share their ups, downs, and successes that have allowed them to engage their passion!
Engage Your Passion Podcast - Episode #6 - "Financial Stability in the Arts & Entertainment Industry - Really!"
September 02, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBTony & Sarah provide tips, insights, opinions, and resources on the way to maintain your financial stability within the arts and entertainment industry. Now approaching 50 combined years in the entertainment industry they share their ups, downs, and successes that have allowed them to engage their passion!