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Performers & Creators Lab

164 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

An entrancing look at the world of performance and creativity. Learn about the neuroscience of the “it” factor, listen to artists who channel ghosts to create their work, and hear firsthand from a booking agent about how to promote yourself as an artist. Host, Holly Shaw, a hypnotherapist and performance coach to Emmy award winning and Grammy nominated artists, includes spotlight coaching sessions, the "open channel game" where guests go into trance and answer questions, and wildly far-out conversations with musicians, actors, choreographers, and influencers on this podcast. As one reviewer says, “Holly is amazing at pulling deep wisdom out of her interviewees. This podcast is a must listen!"

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The Creative Life with Emma Arnold

July 06, 2022 00:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MB

Forbes magazine called her, “One of the hardest working comics in the industry.” Listen as I get into it with comedian Emma Arnold about how she writes so much so fast, life on the road, and is she quitting comedy for real this time? See Emma Arnold live at the Comedy Edge: Stand-Up on the Waterfront in Oakland! Saturday, July 16th - get tickets now>> Emma Arnold is an Idaho backcountry-raised comedian, author, artist, and beekeeper. Her self-produced comedy special, "Yes, Please" (financi...

The Circle of Comedy with Melissa McGillicuddy

June 03, 2022 17:00 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MB

Comedian Melissa McGillicuddy (Voted best comedian, Sacramento News & Review 2019) will be headlining at the Comedy Edge Saturday, June 18th and I was happy to have the chance to grab her for a conversation about how she got her start in comedy even though she's shy, hear her worst stories of bombing and her tips for writing great material. Get tickets to see Melissa at the Comedy Edge in Oakland,  June 18th, 2022 >> About Melissa Melissa McGillicuddy is a stand-up comedian based in Sacram...

The Sharp Edge of Honesty with Mean Dave

May 20, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 98.2 MB

Comedian Mean Dave will be headlining at the Comedy Edge next Saturday, May 28th so I decided to sit down with him and see what goes on inside that funny head. In our convo we talk about comedy, writing, his journey with addiction and more! Get tickets to see Mean Dave at the Comedy Edge, Saturday May 28th, 2022>> About Mean Dave Stand-up comedian Mean Dave is a regular Cobb's Comedy Club, Punch Line in San Francisco and Sacramento, and Rooster T. Feathers. He has opened for headliners su...

Chris Riggins: Get Out of Your Own Way

March 10, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

The incomparable Bay Area comedian, Chris Riggins! We talk about Dave Chappelle, his rapping career, fashion for men, merch, comedy of course and so much more. Come see Chris Riggins at the Comedy Edge on the Oakland waterfront, Saturday, April 2nd, 2022. Click here for tickets and info. About Chris Riggins "Chris Riggins has taken the art of stand up comedy and chose to stand out amongst a sea of other talented artists. From producing unique shows such as the Outdoor Comedy Club, opening...

Sunday Session: A New Definition of Discipline

January 17, 2022 01:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

With Omicron raging, we've re-started the Sunday Sessions and in this week's powerful opening Holly talks about the fear of the "unknown" and covers: negative hallucination the story that you're telling a new definition of "discipline" Whether you're trying to stick to your 2022 goals or simply want more peace and clarity in your life this session will get you and your week into alignment! Join Holly for next week's session: visit https://sundaysessions.eventbrite.com to learn more and ...

SNL Is Just A Gateway Dream

November 19, 2021 01:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

Actor and comedian, Frank Garcia-Hejl shares his stories and wisdom from his career in comedy, acting, sketch and film.  We cover some juicy bits like, Frank's SNL auditions and meeting Lorne Michaels His transition from comedy to film and T.V. How to win over directors and people on set and so much more goodness! About Frank Frank Garcia-Hejl is a writer, actor and director at  the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in Los Angeles. You might be familiar with his work as a writer and acto...

Three Secrets to Producing Sold Out Shows

October 31, 2021 20:00 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MB

Holly shares three secrets to producing sold out shows from her years of experience and recent success of 38 weekly sold out shows in a row at the Comedy Edge. Recorded at Mutiny Radio as part of the masterclasses offered at Mutiny Radio Comedy Festival 2021.   What you'll learn in this podcast episode: 3 Tips for Building a Loyal Audience How to Pivot Your Marketing When Tickets Aren't Selling How to Leverage Your Platform as a Producer/Comic BONUS Holly answers the questions,  "What ...

Finding Fearless with Chey Bell

October 06, 2021 16:00 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MB

Comedian Chey Bell shares about her fearless start in stand-up comedy, her take on accepting advice from others, and gets honest about where she maybe isn't as fearless as she one day hopes to be.  We also talk about this year's winner of the SF Comedy Competition, Ryan Goodcase,  and Chey shares her secret to manifesting her dreams. See Chey headlining live at the Comedy Edge in Oakland, October 16th as part of the Oakland Comedy Festival! Get tickets here About The Guest, Chey Bell: Chey...

Comedic Lightness of Being with Don Lacy

June 30, 2021 15:00 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MB

Award winning comedian, Donald Lacy Jr. talks with Holly about the craft, his daughter's tragic death, and the wisdom of his mentors.  Come watch Don Lacy in action, headlining live on the Oakland waterfront at the Comedy Edge, July 3rd. Click here for tickets and information. More info about Love Life Foundation About the Guest: Donald E. Lacy, Jr. is a writer, director, actor, comedian, radio talk show host, and activist. In 2018 Steve Sturla and The Studio City Film Festival created t...

Respect On the Way Up with Tammy Tea Love

May 12, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MB

Bay Area comedian, TammyTea Love talks about her journey on the way up, from her big break with Academy award winning actress, Mo'Nique to her work with the Hella Funny crew.  See Tammy live! at the Comedy Edge on May 29th!  Click here for tickets. About the Guest TammyTea Love has performed at Cobbs comedy club, PunchlineSf, Flappers Comedy Club, SF Sketchfest and many others. Also Tammy is a two time Comedy Oakland Champion, and on most nights and weekends she works the stage. Follow her ...

Surviving Smash or Bomb Comedy with Amy Howerska

April 20, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MB

Amy Howerska is an award winning comedian and comedy writer who has found her stride on stage, but it wasn't always so easy. Listen as she shares stories of the times when audiences hated her and explains why bombing is glorious and how to get something produced on T.V.  Come and see Amy headlining live at The Comedy Edge on the Oakland waterfront, May 1st - click here to get tickets! Our Guest: Amy Howerska Amy Howerska is an award winning stand-up comedian and writer.  She has established...

Cracking the Comedy Code with Jerry Law

March 24, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

Comedian Jerry Law shares his wealth of knowledge about how to make an audience laugh with you and love you. In this intimate convo, he talks about his new relationship, growing up in East Oakland and what it takes to turn “awkward” and painful into gold on stage. See him headlining at The Comedy Edge in Oakland April 3rd! Our Guest: Jerry Law Growing up in East Oakland, the oldest of 9 kids, Jerry Law is a comedian who grew up on Def Comedy Jam and Martin Lawrence and artists that today he...

Take Control of Your Art with Actor, Jami Tennille

March 17, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MB

When Jami Tennille first started acting later in life she felt like she was really struggling to find the light switch in a room with no lights. Once she figured it out and started working, she had the drive to be that network, that support system, an insider to the industry access and create the community that she wished she'd had when she first started. As a result, she created Actors Playbook.  Listen to her story and how she went from a wanna be actor to a working actor and entrepreneur....

Before You Self-Tape: SLIP INTO CHARACTER

March 05, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 4.08 MB

Do you feel a little scattered when you're trying to self-tape and juggle all the pieces? The lighting, the sound, your outfit? This guided meditation will help you drop into a calm and focused place before you begin taping. Want more meditations like this?  Visit performersandcreatorslab.com to find the Meditations for Actors Series as well as other interviews, stories, tips, and hypnosis recordings for all types of artists. Holly Shaw is a hypnotherapist, performance coach, creativity re...

Before You Practice: ACTIVATE YOUR ENERGY

March 05, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MB

Listen to this guided meditation and exercise to get yourself in the mood to practice. In just a few minutes you'll feel aligned and excited to begin doing what you need to do in order to get better at the thing you love.  It feels so good to feel ready! Want more meditations like this?  Visit performersandcreatorslab.com to find the Meditations for Actors Series as well as other interviews, stories, tips, and hypnosis recordings for all types of artists. Holly Shaw is a hypnotherapist, pe...

After Rejection: BOUNCE BACK

March 05, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.35 MB

Being turned down for a job is a frequent experience for an actor, but that doesn't mean it's always easy! The feelings are real. Rejection can feel tough.  Listen to this guided meditation to help you re-center and remember your self-worth so you can keep going. Want more meditations like this?  Visit performersandcreatorslab.com to find the Meditations for Actors Series as well as other interviews, stories, tips, and hypnosis recordings for all types of artists. Holly Shaw is a hypnother...

Before You Audition: DROP INTO YOUR MAGNETIC CENTER

March 05, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.73 MB

The perfect thing to calm those nerves and get you ready for an audition.  Every single person has a powerful visceral center that, when utilized, creates an irresistible magnetism. This quick meditation will help you drop into yours.  10, 9, 8, go down into the elevator to your most powerful center. . . once you learn this quick self-hypnosis tool you'll find it easy to do it on your own whenever you need it! Want more meditations like this?  Visit performersandcreatorslab.com to find the ...

A Love Letter To You On Valentine's Day

February 14, 2021 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.56 MB

Are you secretly longing for someone to tell you how wonderful you are on this Valentine's Day?  Look no further than this intimate love letter whispered straight to you heart made just for you . . . for all of you. Inspired by Holly's playful Instagram series of #listeningfaces. Follow her to see more on Instagram @hollyshawspritely Holly Shaw, Certified Hypnotherapist, is a performance coach, creativity researcher and stand up comedian and has spent a lifetime in film, T.V. and on profess...

The Shadow of The Self: Making Art In the Middle of Madness

February 10, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Comedian Marcus Howard interviews best-selling author, Holly Shaw talking about: what is a "shadow self"? why vulnerability is so freakin' hard your artistic potential beyond the prevalent poverty mindset Holly's new book, Making Art In The Middle of Madness Interested in learning more?  Take the free assessment - Meet Your Shadow Archetype - on www.performersandcreatorslab.com Or just go and get the book already>> Holly Shaw, Author Shaw is a hypnotherapist, performance coach, creat...

Social Media Sensibility: How to Be Yourself Online and Avoid Sounding Like A Marketing Robot

February 03, 2021 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

Feeling at a loss when it comes to promoting yourself on social media?  Hear from online presence expert, Italina Kirknis, as she talks to Holly about attraction based marketing, nuances in sharing about your life online, and how not to sound like a marketing robot. Music by Dan Cantrell. Click here to find out more about Italina's upcoming events>> Other Episodes You May Like: ​E27  Social Media Hustle: Worth It or A Waste? with Suzanna Yada E22  10 Tips for Writing A Stand-Out Artist's ...

Calm Person On the Airplane

December 13, 2020 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.7 MB

What does being on a turbulent airplane got to do with making art in the middle of madness? Listen to find out. Click here to find out more about Holly's new book: Making Art In The Middle of Madness>> About Your Host Holly Shaw, Certified Hypnotherapist  is a performance coach, creativity researcher and stand up comedian.  Growing up in Indianapolis, IN she convinced her parents she needed to go to Chicago to get her own agent and has spent a lifetime in film, T.V. and on professional st...

Meditation: Before Stepping On Stage, Say "Yes"

September 24, 2020 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.55 MB

Want something quick and fast to get you into alignment? This is the perfect two minute meditation to get you into the optimum mindset before stepping on stage, in front of the camera, or into an audition.  This is every student and client's favorite and most used meditation track! I poached it myself from my own album from 2015, Tuning the Creative Mind: Meditations for Performers & Creators and uploaded it here so you could enjoy it for free on the podcast. Have a blissful performance!  ...

Before Stepping On Stage: SAY YES

September 24, 2020 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.55 MB

Want something quick and fast to get you into alignment? This is the perfect two minute meditation to get you into the optimum mindset before stepping on stage, in front of the camera, or into an audition.  This is every student and client's favorite and most used meditation track! I poached it myself from my own album from 2015, Tuning the Creative Mind: Meditations for Performers & Creators and uploaded it here so you could enjoy it for free on the podcast. Have a blissful performance!  ...

Alchemizing Anger Into Action

August 11, 2020 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Despite the serene and majestic surroundings, Holly is pissed as hell and not afraid to share how she's alchemizing anger and creating inspired action from injustice.  Listen and follow along with this live recording of a Sunday session: Group Hypnosis for Calm and Clarity as Holly leads the artist participants into introspection, movement and trance in a loving transmission bringing clarity and new growth. Recorded April 26th, 2020. Find out more about how you can join one of these live zoo...

Restoration: A Mythical Contemporary Story by Heather Shaw

August 01, 2020 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Special Treat! Sit back and enjoy this magical contemporary tale by author, Heather Shaw, amplified by the backdrop of the musical perfection of composer Dan Cantrell. Read by Kimeiko Rae Vision, and Holly and Heather Shaw and followed by a discussion with dancers from Dancing Together Apart, Renee Naleppa and Shoshanna.  Interested in collaborating with Dancing Together Apart?  Click here to visit the website and fill out an application>> Get books, podcasts, creative assessments, and mo...

Sleeping Beauties' Dreams: Dancing Together Apart Launches A New Project!

July 31, 2020 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Dancing Together Apart launches a new project with a read-thru of Sleeping Beauties' Dreams - a dance theatre film written by Holly Shaw.  Listen in on the creative process as dancers/creators read through the script and talk shop about the film making process to come! With Kimeiko Rae Vision, Heather Shaw, Renee Naleppa, and Shoshanna. To see the original project, Dancing Together Apart the Exquisite Corpse, visit www.dancingtogetherapart.org Interested in dancing with us? Getting involve...

The Daddy Issue

June 21, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MB

We are celebrating dads who are artists with this special episode featuring five dads who bust the myth that you can’t be a great artist and a devoted father at the same time. What was really endearing to me about creating this episode was getting to connect with these dads who are really there for their families and also pursuing artistic careers.  In this episode we talk to a dancer/graphic designer, Damien Alvarez, actor/entrepreneur, Blair Hickey, painter, Dionisio Ceballos, musician, Aa...

All Kinds of Funny with Jeremy "Worm" Jones

June 17, 2020 22:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

Writer, Cartoonist, and Stand-up comedian, Worm, joins me for a conversation about the search for funny,  his latest book, an apocalyptic thriller, and the Black Lives Matter movement. Music by Dan Cantrell. Pick up a copy of Worm's newest novel, Two Alive on Amazon. Jeremy "Worm" Jones is a comedian, cartoonist and writer who has been doing stand-up comedy in Oakland for over ten years, producing and hosts regular events all throughout the bay area and now in Houston Texas. He’s the author...

Wake Up from the Fear Trance

May 29, 2020 23:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Where are you letting fear run your life? Listen to this recording of Holly's recent Sunday Session where she begins by finding out from the creative community - what are their fears? We discuss breakups, career, family, relationships, the fear of being disliked and the political fear trance we're all under the spell of.  Listen to this recording and allow yourself to feel bigger than your fear so that you can be a catalyst for change! Find out more about how you can join one of these live z...

Performing on Psychedelics

May 22, 2020 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

What would happen if you gave a bunch of comedians psychedelics and then asked them to get on stage and do their act?  Find out as I talk with Tom Bomb, a comedian and the producer of The Psychadelics Pshyo (pronounced "show), a monthly underground performance/social experiment that results in hilarity and artistic entertainment. One episode in a series of more to come exploring the topic of microdosing for creativity and healing. Music by Dan Cantrell. Upcoming Events:  Register for online...

Calling In Your Guides: May Day Hypnosis for Fertility and Guidance

May 05, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Ignite your higher power and invite in your guardians! Did you know that the beginning of May is a time in the year where people used to believe that the veil was very thin between worlds?  Kind of like Halloween only more wholesome without the scary vibe;). In this special recording of one of Holly's popular live Sunday sessions she piggybacks on that flower power "veil is thin" energy and leads members of the Performers & Creators Lab artists' community in an online discussion and group hy...

Laughing Into the Dark: Zoom Shows and Comedy in the Era of COVID

April 15, 2020 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Comedian and coach, Jennifer Mason and I talk about how to make the best out of online zoom shows, the transformational power of comedy and how everyone has a good "five minute set" inside of them.  Listen as she explains how she uses stand-up comedy as a transformational tool and hear tips for how to make the most out of this COVID age of show business.  Music by Dan Cantrell. Upcoming Events:  Register for online events live with Holly Shaw, free during the shelter-in-place orders:  The C...

Hypnosis for Calm and Clarity During A Crisis

April 06, 2020 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Feeling anxious? Overwhelmed? Stressed out?  Here's a recording from Holly Shaw's weekly live Sunday morning sessions:  Group Hypnosis for Calm and Clarity.  In each session this Certified Hypnotherapist, opens with a few words of inspiration, followed by simple and fun movement and dance for a few minutes before going into a deep relaxing hypnosis (similar to guided meditation). This week's session focuses on welcoming you back into different parts of your body and stoking the flame of yo...

Psychedelic Experiences of an Esoteric Biohacking Coach

March 30, 2020 01:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Esoteric Biohacking Coach, Angela Rose Fields, was initiated into the ayahuasca psychedelic experience when she was just 16 years old.  We talk about her intense experience plus the importance of set and setting, micro-dosing, the science of chakras, gut and brain health and more! Music by Dan Cantrell For info on Angela's upcoming Reboot & Rise Virtual Program visit expansioncollective.com Join Certified Hypnotherapist, Holly Shaw, for her free online Sunday Sessions: Group Hypnosis for ...

No Filter Comedy!

March 06, 2020 19:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Israeli comedian, Nina Susman, comes over to my house for a candid wine fueled conversation about how we filter ourselves as comedians, what it's like to live on a kibbutz and more!  Listen all the way through to hear a clip of Nina's stand up comedy! Music by Dan Cantrell LIVE EVENTS: The Comedy Lab Open Mic Have you heard about the Comedy Lab Open Mic workshops?  A free-stylin' fly by the seat of your pants creative event where you write new jokes and perform them all in one night.  Cli...

From International Model to Agency Owner: The Power of Positivity

March 02, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Agency co-owner, Phillip Gums, talks about what it was like to be a black male model in the late 80’s and the age of the United Colors of Benetton.  Exciting stories of how he persisted in the face of rejection and built the relationships that eventually evolved into founding, JE Model Management, of the most prominent agencies in San Francisco through a career spanning thirty plus years. Music by Dan Cantrell Are you a Visionary, an Explorer, or a Strategist? Take the free Creative DNA Q...

Telling Your Scariest Secret On Stage

October 23, 2019 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Actress, Singer, and T.V. host, Kellie Kramer talks about the process of mounting one of her biggest life stories on stage in her self-written cabaret performance of All the Good Men Are Gay, wherein she shared the personal story of her nine-year marriage to a gay man, including what she knew, when she knew it, and how they tried to make it work. Music by Dan Cantrell An encore performance of All the Good Men Are Gay will be mounted on January 31st, 2020.  Check this website for tickets>>...

Andrew Orolfo and Oakland's First Ever Comedy Festival!

October 09, 2019 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

I got the chance to catch up with comedian, Andrew Orolfo who just appeared on the James Corden Tonight Show and festival producer, Shoshanna Howard to talk about the comedy lifestyle and Oakland's first ever Comedy Festival! Click here to get tickets and more info about Oakland's Comedy Festival 2019>> Find out more about Holly Shaw and the Performers & Creators Lab Podcast

Healing Body Hypnosis for Performers After Surgery or Injury

September 30, 2019 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Are you recovering from an injury, surgery or invasive procedure?  Certified Hypnotherapist, Holly Shaw, talks you through a relaxing and positive healing hypnosis made especially for professionals who use their bodies - like musicians, dancers, athletes -  Any injury or surgery can be viewed as an opportunity for your body to release old trauma, leftover emotional bodies in order to heal itself, and construct and create new pathways.  This episode talks you into a deep and healing frame of ...

How Do You DEAL with Unwanted Attention Off Stage?

September 18, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Being the center of attention on stage is one thing.  But what about managing the attention that you get - sometimes unwanted - off stage? In this conversation with somatic empath, Harmony Gates we talk about dealing with sexual harassment, jealous haters, and also just unwanted intimacy on the dance floor. We brainstorm solutions for how you can deflect energy you don't want, new ideas for communicating, and ways you can re-construct your reality to continue to shine brightly in this "me-to...

E56 How Do You DEAL with Unwanted Attention Off Stage?

September 18, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Being the center of attention on stage is one thing.  But what about managing the attention that you get - sometimes unwanted - off stage? In this conversation with somatic empath, Harmony Gates we talk about dealing with sexual harassment, jealous haters, and also just unwanted intimacy on the dance floor. We brainstorm solutions for how you can deflect energy you don't want, new ideas for communicating, and ways you can re-construct your reality to continue to shine brightly in this "me-to...

The Comedy Chronicles VIII: with Stand-Up, Billy Procida

May 22, 2019 22:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

Former guest, Billy Procida, is coming to Oakland to record an episode of his renowned Manwhore Podcast - so naturally I wanted to catch up and find out what's new with him in his comedy world! In this episode, Billy joins me for a frank and open conversation about stand-up, sex parties, the temptation of comedy romances, and why comedians sometimes cross the line with their jokes. Click here to find out more about Billy's Manwhore Tour and get tickets>> More about Holly Shaw and the Perfo...

The Comedy Chronicles VII: Vulnerability: I Can't Believe I Said That!!

May 14, 2019 13:00 - 21 minutes - 10 MB

In this episode I talk about vulnerability and how it affects a comedy performances by sharing my personal experiences as well as talking about Brené Brown's Netflix special, Call to Courage. And I talk about my first ever comedy club performance at Tommy T's.  Click here to listen to all episodes of The Comedy Chronicles. Learn more about Holly Shaw and the Performers & Creators Lab here>>

E55 Getting Over Your Practice Hump

April 24, 2019 12:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MB

Having problems practicing?  Do you love what you do, but feel blocked or stuck in a self-sabotage loop when it comes to putting in the hours?  Don't worry! Listen to this episode with Performance Coach, Holly Shaw, to get unblocked and get some expert tips for how you can approach practicing in a way that feels easier and more manageable. Want more resources for better practicing?  Get a free downloadable mp3 for Getting in the Mood to Practice when you become a Performers & Creators Lab ...

Getting Over Your Practice Hump

April 24, 2019 12:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MB

Having problems practicing?  Do you love what you do, but feel blocked or stuck in a self-sabotage loop when it comes to putting in the hours?  Don't worry! Listen to this episode with Performance Coach, Holly Shaw, to get unblocked and get some expert tips for how you can approach practicing in a way that feels easier and more manageable. Want more resources for better practicing?  Get a free downloadable mp3 for Getting in the Mood to Practice when you become a Performers & Creators Lab ...

E54 Part II: Finding Your Voice and Letting Go Of What Other People Think of You

April 17, 2019 13:00 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MB

Continuing this Live-Lab Coaching Episode with Showgirl Shaman, Kellita Maloof, and dancer/MBA looking to find more confidence in sharing her story.  In this episode we also "time travel," discuss how to be interesting, the "milk-toastiness" of pleasing everyone, and how others shape us especially siblings. Click here to learn more about Performers & Creators Lab Membership on Patreon

E54 Finding Your Voice and Letting Go of What Others Think

April 03, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 25 MB

Showgirl Shaman, Kellita Maloof, joins me this week for a Live-Lab episode where we co-coach, a dancer and MBA who is looking to find more confidence in sharing her story.  Kellita and I catch up and talk about the challenges of using the entrepreneur business model for the arts world and then we sink into Part I of a coaching session with a young woman wanting to let go of what others think and emerge more wholly confident. We coach, we listen and we time travel!!  Be sure to stay tuned as ...

The Comedy Chronicles VI: LightWorker Comedian Refine Your Jokes!

March 24, 2019 07:00 - 18 minutes - 8.7 MB

Listen to actual clips from Holly's stand-up comedy, as this week she shares insight into how she's refining her jokes, what it means to be a #lightworkercomedian and what it is like living the "rock star" (cough cough, read "adult with interests") lifestyle.   Aaaaannnd find out how you can instantly watch actual videos of Holly's nasty joke stand-up comedy by contributing to the podcast Patreon page.  Click here now to check out the different rewards you can get by supporting the show!

E53 Creating Haven with Briana Di Mara

March 20, 2019 13:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB

Listen to the story and the music of violinist, Briana Di Mara as we celebrate her Global Music Award winning album, Haven. Journey into the sounds of traditional folkloric music from all over the world through the eyes of this inventive artist as we talk about reluctant musical offspring, Briana's path through Suzuki and hard times, finding her tribe and more!​ Opening and closing tracks by composer, Dan Cantrell ​​All other music in this episode is compliments of Briana Di Mara from her ...

Creating Haven with Briana Di Mara

March 20, 2019 13:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB

Listen to the story and the music of violinist, Briana Di Mara as we celebrate her Global Music Award winning album, Haven. Journey into the sounds of traditional folkloric music from all over the world through the eyes of this inventive artist as we talk about reluctant musical offspring, Briana's path through Suzuki and hard times, finding her tribe and more!​ Opening and closing tracks by composer, Dan Cantrell ​​All other music in this episode is compliments of Briana Di Mara from her ...

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