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The Vocal Lab Collective

Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron

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The Vocal Lab Collective is dedicated to elevating the music industry by empowering and developing top-tier artists and industry professionals with first-class conversations, cutting-edge techniques, and transformative insights into music, leadership, and personal growth. To inspire and empower the elite 10% of the music industry through mentorship, collaboration, and innovation, fostering a community where high achievers can thrive, innovate, and lead the next wave of musical excellence. Th ...
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Tourmageddon

Kenny Mason & Oscar Hernandez

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Tourmageddon centers on unveiling the authentic narratives from professionals within the production landscape. This includes those who are at the heart of the industry - production managers, lighting designers, project managers, and more. Our guests share their hard-earned "war stories" from the frontlines of production, providing an unfiltered glimpse into the triumphs and trials of the industry. This podcast isn't just about tales from the trenches; it's a forum for mentorship. Our guests ...
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Bad Cops

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In Baltimore, Maryland, an elite group of plainclothes officers called the Gun Trace Task Force gets hundreds of illegal guns off the streets every year. Secretly, however, these detectives are also robbing people, selling drugs, planting evidence and framing innocent people. When some of the officers go too far, it triggers an FBI investigation that reveals the Gun Trace Task Force as one of the most corrupt police squads in American policing history. Jessica Lussenhop tells the story of th ...
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Welcome to The Bla Bla Bunker, a podcast featuring interviews with regular people who have extraordinary stories to tell. The host, Almar Hilmarsson, is one of them. In 25 years he’s gone from Icelandic lawyer and airline CEO to tattooed, bearded meat enthusiast with a startup in Central Europe. On the way, he’s made plenty of stops, and cultivated a habit of running into interesting people and asking them interesting questions. Nothing is off limits in the Bla Bla Bunker, and Almar may ask ...
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**Welcome to "The Vocal Lab Podcast"** Dive into the rich tapestry of artistry and culture with "The Vocal Lab Podcast," where we blend history, creativity, and passion into every episode. Join us as we uncover intriguing stories that have shaped the world we live in today. In our latest episode, we unravel the mystery behind Queen Elizabeth's favo…
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Welcome to "The Vocal Lab Collective," your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the dynamic world of music. Join us as we unravel the complexities and opportunities within the music industry, exploring crucial topics that shape the careers of artists today. **Episode Focus: Streaming Services, Artist Management, and Entrepreneurship** I…
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In this week's episode, join us as we sit down with Sony Music Executive Taylor Lindsey. Discover her incredible journey into the music industry, the art of developing artists, and her unique relationship with Songwriting Icon and sister, Hillary Lindsey. Don't miss out on the insider stories and insights that shape the world of music! Taylor Linds…
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In this Episode, we dive deep into some of the "controlled chaos" of songwriting and music production with music industry songwriter | producer, Kipp Williams! Kipp is a Nashville-based producer/songwriter signed to Dr. Luke’s Prescription Songs. Kipp has had success across multiple genres producing and writing for artists such as Echosmith, Nick C…
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Join us as we talk about the "controlled chaos" and joy of songwriting, production, and many other aspects of artist development with songwriter | producer, Kipp Williams! Kipp is a Nashville-based producer/songwriter signed to Dr. Luke’s Prescription Songs. Kipp has had success across multiple genres producing and writing for artists such as Echos…
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In this enlightening episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron delve into the indispensable role of a vocal coach in a singer's journey. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable insights into how personalized training and ongoing mentorship can transform your vocal perf…
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In this inspiring episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron sit down with the incredibly talented Sarah Barlow. Sarah shares invaluable advice for aspiring creatives, drawing from her own journey and extensive experience in the music and photography industries. Tune in to learn how to build a personal brand, navigate c…
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In this episode of The Vocal Lab Collective, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron sit down with Jason Jenkins, the Senior Vice President at Curb Records. Jason shares his insights on the importance of authenticity and creativity in the music industry, drawing from his extensive experience and personal journey. Episode Highlights: Jason's Musical R…
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This week, join us for an engaging conversation with Elite Multimedia’s Director of Operations, Jason “Cannonball” Jenkins. Dive into Jason's fascinating journey in the entertainment industry, where he has worn many hats from road tech to lighting designer, and crew chief for top artists like Toby Keith, Reba McEntire, and Jethro Tull. Jason shares…
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In this episode of The Vocal Lab Collective, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron dive deep into the essence of authenticity in artistry. They explore how staying true to oneself is not only crucial for personal fulfillment but also fundamental to building a successful career in the music industry. They discuss the challenges and rewards of mainta…
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Welcome to another episode of The Vocal Lab Collective! In this episode, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron are joined by the amazing Sarah Robbins from Mailbox Money Music. Get ready for an insightful conversation packed with valuable advice on the significance of relationships and networking in the music industry. Episode Highlights: - Introdu…
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In this episode of The Vocal Lab Collective, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron delve into their extensive experiences in the music industry, offering valuable insights and advice for aspiring musicians and vocal coaches. Drawing from their combined 30+ years in the field, Shelby and Jason discuss the intricacies of the music business, the impor…
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On this episode of The Bla Bla Bunker I am visited by a true master of his craft. Erik Everhard is an author, men's coach, and a man who has experienced unparalleled success during his 25 years in the adult industry. Erik has won numerous awards and has slept with 5000 women (plus minus 500!). We discuss Erik’s journey, how he got into the industry…
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This week, Oscar and Kenny sit down with PixelFLEX VP of Sales Jon Lewis to discuss Christian rock, the value of consultative sales in creative industries, and the necessary work of self-discovery. Jon recounts his halcyon days spent touring cross-country, the five stages of grief post-band breakup, and how hawking his band’s CD to strangers transl…
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My guest Daniel Espitia has had an incredible story and journey through life. He is a man that has truly defied the odds and forged an extraordinary path. From leaving behind challenging circumstances in Colombia with nothing to his name, Daniel shares his interesting story. Hear how Daniel ventured from Spain to the U.S. with a mere $200 to his na…
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This week, Kenny and Oscar invite you to join them in an engaging conversation with Justin Kitchenman and Chris Lighthall. As they gather to share anecdotes and stories, the spotlight is on their collective experiences while working alongside the renowned Luke Bryan. From the highs of exhilarating live performances to the behind-the-scenes challeng…
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Do you ever suffer from Brain Fog? Do you frequently make mistakes or lose things? Are you often not fully present with loved ones? Are you struggling to lose weight and keep good habits? All of this could be related to your sleep! On this episode of The Bla Bla Bunker I am joined by Matt Beedle in discussing the connection between sleep, health an…
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In this episode of The Bla Bla Bunker we explore Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Susan L. Ondrasek, a remarkable practitioner in Prague, Czech Republic, who has blended her Texan roots with the profound healing traditions of TCM. We discuss Susan's personal story, uncovering the transformative experiences that ignited her passion for TCM an…
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Teny Casal is a Brand Consultant, Copywriter & Business Storyteller She helps companies and entrepreneurs craft messages that make their stories and ideas stand out. Teny explained to me what it all means, why it's important more then ever to know who your audience and is, and how to build your brand with authentic storytelling. She shares how she …
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Join us for an empowering episode of Tourmageddon as hosts Kenny and Oscar chat with a true industry leader, Angelia Patty, CEO of Elite Multimedia. With a background in accounting and business, Angelia's journey into the production world and climbing the corporate ladder is a masterclass in passion-driven success. In this special episode, she offe…
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Get ready for an eye-opening episode of Tourmageddon, as hosts Kenny and Oscar sit down with a true production industry veteran, Thomas "Church" Christmann. With a remarkable career spanning continents and genres, Thomas has designed lighting for renowned artists like Machine Head, Simple Plan, and KoRn for the past 7 years. In this episode, he tak…
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Dive into the latest episode of Tourmageddon as Kenny and Oscar team up with Brian Oaks, an extraordinary guitarist who carved an unconventional path within the production industry. Brian's story takes a detour from the corporate world, landing him center stage with his lifelong passion for playing music. As he shares the highs and lows of his expe…
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On this episode me and Olga discuss women in technology, gender equality, opportunities for women vs men, how women and men bring different qualities to the table in the tech industry and why the Czech Republic is behind on many things with respect to gender equality. Olga Maximova is the Head of Nonprofit Development at Czechitas: an award-winning…
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In this inaugural episode of Tourmageddon, hosts Kenny and Oscar take the stage to introduce themselves, their backgrounds, and their journey into the heart of the production industry. As seasoned professionals with extensive experience in production management, lighting design, videography, photography and more, Kenny and Oscar offer a compelling …
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Join me as I sit down with Max Munson, an early expat settler in Prague, Czech Republic. We explore his journey of how he got into the Wim Hof Method for self-improvement and eventually becoming a certified Wim Hof Method instructor. How life was in post communist Prague and his run-ins with the Mafia in a city where corruption was and still is to …
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In this episode, We explore the world of dating after 50 in 2023 and what mature women appreciate in a partner. We delve into topics such as masculinity, why older women may prefer alpha males, and red flags to watch out for in dating as an older woman. We also discuss how the role of women has changed over time and what a mature woman thinks of th…
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Juwana Jenkins is a professor at the University of New York in Prague. She began teaching as a Fulbright Scholar in South Korea, where she was also an instructor at the Seoul National Language Research Institute. With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Honors in Media Studies. Juwana also trains executives in international companies in communicat…
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In this podcast episode, I take a dive into the world of alternative medicine and treatments such as aromatherapy with the charming and witty Vinuta who is the owner of Aroma Laska. Join us as Vinuta shares her passion for essential oils, the benefits they offer, and her journey to becoming an expert in the field. You won't want to miss this enligh…
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Join me as I sit down with American Expat, in Prague, Alex Alderman, born and raised in the US, who served 5 years in the Marine Corps. In this episode, Alex shares his honest perspective on the shifts in American culture and his experiences in the military. We also delve into topics such as personality disorders and abuse.…
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Viking culture is massively popular and so is Viking history. I got asked if there is any Icelandic Viking mentality today? It made me think of the Vikings that discovered Iceland and what effect Viking lifestyle has had on our modern day culture. Are Vikings responsible for Scandinavian gender equality? Do Icelanders not plan ahead as a cultural i…
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She had a career that many were jealous of and she was the stereotype of success. But there was something not right, the feminine side was missing and she crashed... Alena Huberova is a Trainer, speaker and founder of SHELeads. A globetrotter, sports enthusiast and an optimist, with an insatiable curiosity about people, life and business. Throughou…
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AHMET BILGE is a mess. He grew up in the US, matured in Turkey & now he's slowly decomposing in Switzerland. Ahmet is the creator & producer of "The American Standup Show" which features monthly high caliber English Standup Comedy all around Switzerland and through that Ahmet has performed with his favourite comedian, Louis C.K. Rising to be one of…
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Roc was planning a murder when he was young, he considers himself lucky that they did not have a gun in the household....the future had other plans for Roc. Roc is a systems analyst who has worked with Fortune 500 corporations such as Enron, AT&T and Pfizer as well as being the host of the "Talking $*** Rahmaan Mwongozi" podcast. Roc’s problem-solv…
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This is the audio only from my Youtube series Ranting from the car, find The Bla Bla Bunker on Youtube and subscribe there. I moved abroad 18 years ago from Iceland. I lived in Copenhagen and then Prague for 18 years now. Here are 6 things that I don't miss about living in Iceland.By Almar Hilmarsson
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Audio only version from my YOUTUBE series Ranting in the Car, you can see this episode there in video, The channel is...drumroll....The Bla Bla Bunker I moved abroad from Iceland 18 years ago. I lived in Copenhagen and then Prague for 18 years now. That gave a new perspective on Iceland and how it is compared to life elsewhere. Here are 6 things th…
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This is (audio only) from my Youtube series Ranting in the Car, you can find it in video version on The Bla Bla Bunker Youtube channel I made a previous episode about 6 things I do not like about Prague but here are the 6 things I enjoy about living in Prague. Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic in Central Europe. Prague has a big expa…
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Irene Antonez is an artist and musician from Russia. Through her music and art she celebrates sensuality, emotionality and the beauty of nature and the microscopic world. Her family roots are Cossack which are a semi-nomadic and semi-militarized people from the steppes of Ukraine and Russia. So in Irene's family tree there are Russians, Ukrainians …
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I am doing these short videos "Ranting in the Car" on my Youtube channel "The Bla Bla Bunker" about different things that are on my mind while I am....drumroll....driving in my car. This is the first one that I upload here and it is audio only. So if you want to see that million dollar face that goes with this voice then head over to Youtube and su…
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Available on Youtube with video, The Bla Bla Bunker on YT. This is Part 2 of my talk with Þórhildur Magnúsdóttir in Part 1 we discussed the question "Why do people go for polyamorous relationships" On this part we discuss the topic of how does a polyamorous relationship work and what is her personal experience of polyamory. We discussed time manage…
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Available on Youtube in video, The Bla Bla Bunker on YT This is Part 1 of my talk with Þórhildur Magnúsdóttir in Part 2 we discuss How a Polyamory relationship works Þórhildur Magnúsdóttir is an Icelandic woman who has made a career from her passion for increasing people's happiness by making relationships healthier. She also knows all the reasons …
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Paul Kowacz lives in the world of music in Prague, he plays guitar for Red Baron Band that he formed in 1993 as well as a band called 333. Paul is also an avid Vinyl collector with a personal collection of 8000 albums and counting! His passion for collecting led him to start buying and selling used vinyls from all over the world. The vinyl is makin…
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Arnheiður Eiríksdóttir (Adda) is an Icelandic mezzo-soprano Opera singer who sings at various opera houses in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. We talked about all things Opera, how her performance angst that she had from playing Piano disappeared when she got a microphone in her hand, how complicated Opera can be as you need to act, move an…
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Jenn Lederer is a New York City based Comedian & Keynote speaker. Her work has been featured by SiriusXM, Forbes.com, The Huffington Post, Inspiring Lives Magazine, Google Headquarters, Yale and comedy clubs throughout New York City. Performing all over the country (virtually, too!), Jenn emcees, leads workshops and keynotes to help audiences learn…
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The Czech Republic population is one of the smallest consumers of fish in Europe. So Marek Jirovec and his partners took on a mission most people would compare to trying to sell sand in the Sahara desert or snow to Icelandic people. But they have managed and built up a great company in boxxi.cz that delivers from "shore to door" some of the best fi…
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