Best Ben Leavitt Podcasts (2024)

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Becoming An Entrepreneur - It's Not A Linear Path 12:10

9d ago12:10

12:10

Hey entrepreneurs. The first rule of the game is to surround yourself with the right people that have done the things you want to do. People that can mentor and encourage you on this wild journey of entrepreneurship. Every deviation or detour is a possibility for something new. Seize it, be open to the opportunities, or make your own. What might yo…

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Ben Chase is Canada's Beach Country Music Cowboy. Actor, Dame, & Author Clarissa Burt On Self-Esteem Regime Self-Help. + The Alanis Morissette, Joan Jett, & Morgan Wade Experience. & Canada Cheats At Olympics ... 2:11:46

12d ago2:11:46

2:11:46

Send us a Text Message. Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page August kicks off with a review of The Budweiser Stage concert featuring Morgan Wade, Joan Jett, & Alanis Morissette and why you should never miss the opening act! Plus a look at the in-concert debacle courtesy of Budweiser State staff who kept fans out of th…

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How to Be A Better Digital Storyteller & Podcast Guest 12:47

25d ago12:47

12:47

Why do we have so much fear showing up and feel compelled to hide behind avatars. On digital platforms, why do people desire to be a thought leader or speaker but have to use hype reels and highly edited video to deliver concise information, as they build an audience. How do we make it fun for the listener and include them? Can we show up as oursel…

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Derek Davis, Babylon AD Bangs The Bell To Rome, Kim Rahir Beats MS & Self-Helps Us To Fabulous In 15, More Self-Help when Assertiveness Turns To Bullying, Plus Death To Sports Conspiracy! 2:36:06

1M ago2:36:06

2:36:06

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page July kicks off with a good news story that The Monthly Social is now referenced in the book, "Where The Bush Planes Flew". Then, a look at when some bad things end up with good results, covering topics like Blister Battery Packs, Bowls That Stick Together, Kijiji Sales, & Sabrina C…

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Stretch Your Attention & Focus Like A Stage Manager 37:51

2M ago37:51

37:51

Joy talks about Attention & Focus. How to stretch out these essential ingredients to be more productive, guard your energy, time and common beliefs that keep us on a perpetual scroll. Learn how to choose better, discover specific techniques to expand your digital, listening and viewing repertoire for better outcomes. In today's hyper cycle of socia…

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Help Me - AI Is Taking Over Everything - A Parents Guide To Safeguarding You Kids + Yourself 18:46

2M ago18:46

18:46

Joy collaborates with her bot Brian on this episode, to flesh out how to navigate AI and the even more complex developments being added into every aspect of our lives. If the data is right and we spent at least 4 hours on our smartphones everyday - what impact will it have on our creativity, wellbeing, jobs and relationships? in this episode we tal…

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Marc Ferrari from Wayne's World to Cold Sweat, 5 Day Job Search & Save Money Self-Help with Annie Margarita Yang, Are You Flirting With Entitlement? Plus Your Decisions on Real-Estate, Behaviour, Appliances ... 2:17:59

2M ago2:17:59

2:17:59

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page I kick off the June show with a look at the good and bad decisions we may make while covering topics like Selling your Property, Cutting your Grass, Replacing your Hot Water Tank, and Drying your car in the rain? Send us your opinion or story on making the right or wrong decision t…

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What YOU Need to Share Your Voice With The World 5:56

3M ago5:56

5:56

Joy speaks about the courage to put yourself out on social media as an authority or personal brand - exploring the vulnerability, authenticity, and immense power that comes with sharing your voice with the world. It's a quick bite episode, Joy bullet points the very best impact this has on our lives, businesses, opportunities and legacy. If you enj…

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Be Careful Who You Follow - Uncovering Influencer Secrets So You Don't Get Burned 33:03

3M ago33:03

33:03

Who you follow matters! Attention is everything in the digital landscape. How influencers connect with you can often be disingenuous and what do you seek to extract from your time on social media? Joy outsources to AI and speaks to the trickery of bots and strategies for engagement, how to curate your feed well, build confidence online and the late…

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Rickey Medlocke's (Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blackfoot) Tribute To Murdered Indigenous Women & Exclusives, America In Therapy with Phyllis Leavitt, How To Be Nicer & It's Benefits, Plus Travel, Medieval Times ... 2:56:32

3M ago2:56:32

2:56:32

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page The show starts with my commentary on the experiences of traveling in downtown Toronto, a Medieval Times review Food, Cell Phones in schools, and more! 1. Rickey Medlocke, Guitarist, Vocals talks about his time with Lynyrd Skynyrd & Blackfoot as well as his new single, "Never Run O…

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Human Psychology - Tools We Can Use To Heal Trauma & Live Better Lives with Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt 1:11:41

4M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

Joy speaks with Phyllis Leavitt, psychotherapist of 30 years about the fracture in society, great trauma and suffering in the world that stops us from reaching our greatest desires. Phyllis provides answers and solutions to questions from an Aussie outsider. We talk about healing human relations, with a focus on America. We explore why greater unde…

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International DJ Flavia Abadia Delivers Salvaje, Sustainable Living Self-Help with Cynthia Schaefer, Olivia Rodrigo Guts Tour in Toronto, Should You Buy A New Car?, Exclusive Coach's Call on Carlos Sainz ... 2:36:01

4M ago2:36:01

2:36:01

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page The show kicks off with a look at the Olivia Rodrigo Guts World tour experience from Toronto and some shocking revelations! Plus a look at Driving out of Downtown Toronto and the Solar Eclipse. 1. Flavia Abadia, International DJ & 1st Woman DJ for the Toronto Raptors talks about he…

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Midlife Women - Essential Information to Know Before You Hit 35 - Perimenopause & Menopause with Dr Ceri Cashell 1:13:48

5M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Joy speaks with Dr Ceri Cashell MD, about perimenopause and menopause. So many women have no idea about this stage of life until they are hit with a tsunami of symptoms. If you have found yourself with mystery illnesses and are sleuthing for solutions then this episode is a tonic of ideas and factual information about gold standard treatments to he…

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Eclectic Musings About Life & Society From A Neurodiverse Brain with Media Personality Ben Sorensen 1:07:15

5M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Joy chats with Ben Sorensen, quirky, eccentric and neurodiverse media personality about the why of chasing professional hosting, passion, creation and pro techniques of being on a microphone. We discover Ben's path to MCing huge events from vaudeville performance as a kid, to hosting a hit radio show interviewing major celebrities and how he naviga…

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Building Better Relationships with Friends IRL and Virtual Connections with Liz Simner 1:19:43

5M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Joy chats with Liz Simner to explore the mechanics of long term friendship. We think deep on how to sustain it, maintain it, speak of the positives and pitfalls of sisterhood and if you really can build true connection online with virtual friends. Their friendship was forged, before the internet was used by the masses and we explore how to thrive i…

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CCMA Music Star Aaron Pritchett Gets You Liquored Up, Stephen DiJoseph Talks Tourette Syndrome Success, Have You Been Finkelsteined? Your Expectations Are?, Leafs Coach Keefe Gets Tossed, Weird Tales From ... 2:15:46

6M ago2:15:46

2:15:46

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Expectations: My opening commentary has a story and some funny moments about Wendy's Uber pricing, a stranded student bus and Subway sandwich washrooms, the solar eclipse, & other "expectations". 2. Canadian Country Music Award winning star, Aaron Pritchett joins us from The Liq…

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Myth Busting Social Media Culture, Asking Questions and Harnessing Your Scroll for Good 24:04

6M ago24:04

24:04

Who you follow, shapes your world view, so it's critical we curate who we let into our feed. With the algorithm serving up the very worst, irrelevant, polarising and damaging content, how important is it for us to stage an intervention? Joy shares her last 6 years on the internet, her digital journey and the tough pills she has had to swallow to ow…

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54-40's Neil Osborne: Canada's West Coast Band & A Family Curse, A Hello Fresh Foodie Review For A Healthy You, Understanding The Difference Between Truth & Honesty, WWE's Royal Rumble Review & Wrestlemania ... 2:14:22

7M ago2:14:22

2:14:22

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Neil Osborne - 54-40 Canadian Rock Icon talks about the new album, West Coast Band, the band's journey spanning decades, hits, and members, a "family curse", and all sorts of insider tidbits in this authentic and intimate chat. Plus hear new music! 2. A Hello Fresh Food Review a…

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What is Social Bloat - Gaining More Opportunities in Business and Life by Being More Googleable 19:43

7M ago19:43

19:43

Joy unpacks what Social Bloat is (a term she coined) and how to build social skills and your talent, to be more discoverable to your audience, potential clients and connections. In a world gone wild with AI, how can we authentically create and present ourselves as real life humans with experience, to forge greater opportunities? It's a skill to be …

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Season 9 Hello Taster! 0:54

7M ago0:54

0:54

A quick bite taster for Season 9 featuring some of our favourite guests. If you are just stumbling across this podcast - Welcome - where have you been? Conversations with heart that help you navigate your entrepreneurship, creativity, development and ability to be seen and heard digitally. All essential skills to broker more and stand out from the …

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Hot Yoga For A New You with Rachel Piccolo, Angeles' Dale George Lytle Talks Evil & Good, The Truth About Canada's Carbon Pricing, + Leafs Samsonov, HABS Goalies, BlueJays Ohtani, & Bad Hockey Calls 2:49:48

8M ago2:49:48

2:49:48

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Rachel Piccolo - Yoga Instructor from Richmond Hill, Ontario tells us about the benefits of Hot Yoga, differences between yoga practices, picking your instructor, Mindfulness, Breathing, History, overcoming anxiety, & why yoga is a better New Year's choice. 2. Dale George Lytle …

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Leveraging Your Online Presence, Being A Podcast Guest and Finally Nailing Social Media 32:01

8M ago32:01

32:01

Joy shares her strategy to social media and showing up online. Some practical magic to find your voice, amplify your position and the pits she's fallen down, to help you avoid the struggle and master your digital presence online. Now more than ever as the world wrestles with AI, cloning and privacy, how do you maintain wellbeing and navigate social…

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Chronic Disease Management, Two Double Lung Transplants & Life Habits with Shawn Smith 1:03:50

8M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Joy speaks with Shawn Smith, about chronic disease, his double lung transplants, setting goals with complex health planning and how to stay optimistic. If health is our wealth then a focussed conversation like this will help you navigate your life challenges with determination and advocacy. Shawn's pulmonary issues started in 1985 when he was 15 ye…

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Comedian, Author, & Artist Tommy Davidson (In Living Color), Canadian Country Star Jolene Harnish, Pietro Piraino's Immigrant Story, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Corey Perry, Leaf's Drama, F1, Your Anger Online ... 2:59:53

9M ago2:59:53

2:59:53

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Tommy Davidson | Comedian, Author, Artist: Exploring In Living Color, his Living In Color Book, Clothing Line, & Transition to music. We talk about his encounter with Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Smith, Kudos to Howard, The Proud Family, Peace, Nachos, Race, , and have laughs in be…

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Building Your Authentic Community with Dot Hennessy 57:51

9M ago57:51

57:51

Joy and Dot Hennessy OAM, drill down into the idea of Community. What it is, how to build it and the benefits of service. We discover how to be less isolated in this teched up perpetual scroll, to become part of a community, explore the idea of giving and the recognition that comes through awards. Dot believes in "service above self" and encourages…

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Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals Then & Now, Super Julie Braun on Getting The Career & Money You Want, NHL's Gambling Problem, Gym Tips for Men, & Early Canadian Podcast Award Consideration 2:48:57

10M ago2:48:57

2:48:57

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page Opening Remarks: Israel & Gaza War, Ukraine, Sault Ste. Marie Murders & Suicide, Being better human beings. Feedspot Recognition, Canadian Podcast Awards recognition. 1. Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals band fame launches new music album "Then & Now" as he gets ready to head out on t…

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Flexing Your Camera Roll & My Top Discoveries at SXSW Sydney 17:40

10M ago17:40

17:40

"Curate your life" is something Joy has said since Day One of podcasting. Your camera roll on your smartphone holds the real life data of your everyday world. Look within the scroll. Can we use the internet to be more discoverable for opportunity and success and how exactly do we do this? How do we create works online and apply curation to our live…

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Cannibalisation of Creativity - Creating with Authenticity 14:34

11M ago14:34

14:34

Joy talks about the Cannibalisation of Creativity and how we can authentically create. Copy catting and template strategy can gain you attention, but is not a true or authentic source of innovation. So how many new and seasoned creators feel unworthy or like imposters as they attempt to authentically create - Stand firm, you are flexing your creati…

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Indigenous Artist-Author Saul Williams on Truth & Reconciliation, Country Music Star Robbie Harte says I Would Still Pick You, Dr. Oconnor Tells You How To Overcome Barriers and Win, & The Monthly Social ... 2:56:16

11M ago2:56:16

2:56:16

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Feedspot recognizes The Monthly Social in Canada's Top 20 Self-Help podcasts this September. Thanks to our listeners and guests for continuing to support the show! 2. Saul J Williams, Indigenous Artist-Author shares his stories from North Caribou Lake First Nations and how that …

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Overcoming Nice Girl Syndrome with Women's Empowerment Coach Tanna Marshall, Universal Studios Vacation Review, Flying Jet Blue from Buffalo, What About Generation Z, + Music from Aaron Leigh, Kelly Monrow ... 2:57:13

11M ago2:57:13

2:57:13

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Tanna Marshall, Author, Intuitive, Spiritual Teacher, Women's Empowerment Coach, Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Law of Attraction Coach, Experienced EFT Practitioner and Founder of Infinite Woman, a feminine community supporting and empowering like-hearted wom…

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The Comprehensive Guide To Put Yourself Out On The Internet For Success 44:31

11M ago44:31

44:31

Joy shares the importance of harnessing the power of social media, expanding your digital footprint, how to lay digital easter eggs on the world wide web and becoming more Google-able for maximum reach and greater opportunity. Discover how to be a next level podcast host, a knowledgable guest and how to build a synergy with an audience. Joy talks t…

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Building Digital Connection Online + IRL 18:14

12M ago18:14

18:14

What is the point of friending, following or reaching out if you are not truly connecting with that somebody? Do we build lists of followers to feel more connected and worthy, but actually don't engage beyond the digital like. Should we not like, comment and share to help connectivity and show support for digital creators. How do we use our voice t…

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Discovering Excellence: Amplify Your Story Now! 9:45

1y ago9:45

9:45

Season 8 is bringing BIG things! 1. "Discovering Excellence" - A podcast for emerging speakers, leaders, and change-makers to amplify their stories and ideas digitally. 2. Unlocking Potential - Overcome self-doubt and fear of visibility, empowering listeners to find their passion and share their expertise confidently. 3. Human Connection in the Dig…

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Kinell's Chris Mclernon (Saigon Kick) Helps us Take It All, Lili Wexu Teaches us Voice Over Acting, A Car Radio Ride with Real Life Princess Maeve De Voe, Threads Threatens Twitter, & Artificial Intelligence ... 2:40:01

1y ago2:40:01

2:40:01

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Chris Mclernon (Saigon Kick) talks his new band Kinell, the transition from Saigon Kick, playing in THE Kiss Tribute band and working with Gene Simmons & Paul Stanley, Surfing the longboard, & tons more! Plus we hear 3 songs: Easy Come & Easy Go, Say Goodbye, Take It All Band We…

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Becoming Flawesome with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani 40:02

1y ago40:02

40:02

Joy chats with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani, co-founder of Mindvalley and author of new book Becoming Flawsome. She's an international speaker, entrepreneur, artist, philanthropist, and mother of 2. Her book is a celebration of our whole selves, warts and all, and the glory that is to be found in living in our truth. In the book, Kristina shares her own …

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Lemon Cash Country with Cory & Jeff, Biohacking Your Health with Brittany, Sisi an 11 Year Old Cancer Survivor is a She-Warrior, & Canada Burns Coast To Coast! 2:45:16

1y ago2:45:16

2:45:16

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Lemon Cash - Cory & Jeff Papineau are Canadian country music brothers signed to the Sakomoto-Warner Canada music label. They talk about their real-life lemonade stand, their first "scary" album, brother-hood with the River Town Saints & their music journey. Lots of laughs and fu…

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Finding Your Voice with VO Artist Connor Quinn 2:31:49

1y ago2:31:49

2:31:49

Joy & Connor discuss the essential qualities of becoming a Voice Over Artist, how to be more confident on a microphone, character work, straight reads, developing your craft, and what it was really like to be a child performer in Hollywood. Connor began his work at the age of 6 for many of the big name TV commercials as well as appearing on iconic …

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Navigating AI - Artificial Intelligence, Technology and Ethics with Josh Bachynski 1:21:33

1y ago1:21:33

1:21:33

Joy chats with Josh Bachynski a thoughtleader in AI and technology to explore the rollout and myths about artificial intelligence and how you can seek to better understand this massive universal shift in human being. They explore self aware AI, emotion coaching, chat GPT-3 and ethical concerns about programming and what's required for humans to thr…

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John Cusimano on Fastest Land Animal & TV Cooking Star Rachael Ray, Pop Artist & Disney Actor Josh Bogert's This Is Now, Author & Speaker Lynn Rae Overcoming Bi-Polar Disorder, Depression, & It’s BBQ Time ... 2:43:47

1y ago2:43:47

2:43:47

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Josh Bogert: Canadian Pop Artist & Actor joins us from British Columbia, heading out on a West Coast USA Tour. We talk about his role on the Disney, Netflix, & Family Chanel show, "Backstage" and his future in acting. Next, his music career, new single, "That Was Then, This Is N…

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Modern Podcasting, the Rise of AI & Pod Culture with Rob Greenlee 1:29:13

1+ y ago1:29:13

1:29:13

Joy chats with Rob Greenlee, a powerhouse in podcasting and inductee of the Podcast Hall of Fame. Discover more about the innovation of modern podcasting, culture, the rise of AI and take Rob's expert advice on what it really takes to create a binge-worthy podcast. So if you are new to the podcast medium, have a burning desire to create your own or…

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Corvus Lore's Ryan Jones Takes Us on a Romantic Traffic Ride, Kenneth Rosa Talks Father's Rights Movement & Equal Not Less Parenting, Plus a look At The Cost & Chaos of Returning To Normal & How It Impacts ... 2:23:00

1+ y ago2:23:00

2:23:00

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Corvus Lore (Ryan Jones) joins us from The Bay Area in California as we talk about band origins and how they came together, rock genres, living up to family music history, playing on the same stage as Tesla, Dizzy Reed from Guns N' Roses, and the forthcoming album "Lucida". We a…

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What Is Nerds Of Joy Really About? 13:25

1+ y ago13:25

13:25

Joy unpicks what Nerds of Joy Podcast is really about. Who it's geared to, the types of conversations and stories and what makes us different to all the other podcasts out there in the audioverse. If there is one thing Joy strives for, it is to be original, produce a stellar show with creatives and entrepreneurs at the top of their field, that shar…

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Kelsie Kimberlin's Fruit Basket from Colombia to Ukraine, is "Peter's Corner Store" the new Vinyl Cafe?, 2023 Trends on Money, Food, Health, a True Story on "When Your Doctor Wants To Fire You", & The ... 2:04:42

1+ y ago2:04:42

2:04:42

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Kelsie Kimberlin, American Artist from Washington DC talks about music, influences, upbringing, change, social issues, working with Michael Brauer, Liam Nolan, and others. Her personal connection the was on Ukraine and the images in her video from the front line. Also, enjoy sto…

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Artistic Ambition & Creating Shows with Julian Louis 41:02

1+ y ago41:02

41:02

Joy chats with Artistic Director Julian Louis about live performance and what it takes to make it in the theatre world, the purpose of theatre and being true to your unique creations. We explore concepts and duality, trusting your process and the synergy of a shared experience. Julian shares his journey of growth, "making" in regional settings, fus…

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Show Business, Creative Insights and Reel Psychology with Jon Lee Brody 1:25:26

1+ y ago1:25:26

1:25:26

Joy chats with Hollywood filmmaker, producer, director and actor Jon Lee Brody about show business, his career in elite college sports, making movies and the core requirements of making art. Jon brings down his walls to share personal stories, gives insight on how to reverse engineer a process, how to navigate the creative journey and the mental fi…

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Former LA Guns Guitarist Stacey David Blades on Crashing Wayward, Country Star GottaBe Alee Gives Love Songs, Music Therapist Jennifer Buchanan Talks Wellness Wellplayed Playlists, Katie Dauson's Virtual ... 2:54:36

1+ y ago2:54:36

2:54:36

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Stacey David Blades, Guitarist of Crashing Wayward, former LA Guns, Roxx Gang, & Electric Radio Kings fame joins us from Las Vegas to talk about new 11 song album, transition as a replacement guitarist, life, love, death, grieving, teaching music, re-discovering himself, and fin…

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The Importance of Story & Cultivating an Audience with Jackie Turnure 54:21

1+ y ago54:21

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Joy chats with 3 time Emmy award winner Jackie Turnure about screenwriting, impact producing, telling Australia stories, living and working in Hollywood, and the importance of having story at the heart of everything we do. How do we take fans on a journey? We explore how we consume visual content, deconstruct interactivity and multi-platform games …

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CMAO Winner Elyse Saunders Talks Free & Famous Country Music, Cardiologist Dr. Bolad Advises Heart Health & Disease, Ski Canada CEO Paul Pinchbeck Covers the Hills, & Part II on Intact (BelAir Direct ... 2:57:58

1+ y ago2:57:58

2:57:58

Send us a Text Message. Access More On The Monthly Social Info Page 1. Elyse Saunders, Rising Country Music Star shares her award-nominated country music, originating from Peterborough Ontario as she talks about expectations being Canadian, mixing country & city, playing Nashville, working through gender challenges for woman in the music industry, …

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Audition Process, Interviews & Amplifying Your X Factor - What You Need To Know 29:28

1+ y ago29:28

29:28

Joy explores the audition process with Christen Horne and how to truly show up to develop your craft. If you are feeling the nerves of auditioning or going for that big interview this is a must. To take bold action, back yourself, amplify your difference and flick the disease of comparison-itis. What is there to gain by broadcasting yourself online…

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Nerds of Joy Season 7 Hello! 1:00

1+ y ago1:00

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Hello World. We are back for Season 7! Another amazing season of conversations, stories and ideas to help you navigate your life and socials in the most joyous and exciting of ways. We are all about making gains in your work, life and business but always pushing for less hustle, and working smarter through new ideas, innovation and some darn good n…

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