Welcome to this week's episode of "So Rude"! We're delving into a principle that promises to revolutionize your approach to efficiency and effectiveness: the 80/20 rule. This concept has profound implications across various aspects of our lives, from business and productivity to personal growth and time management and in our case - music, The So Ru…

Join us as we celebrate four years of unabashed conversations, laughs, and deep dives into the most 'so rude' topics! From our humble beginnings to where we are now, this special episode is a tribute to our incredible listeners and guests who've made this journey unforgettable. Expect reminiscing, top tier early catalog call outs, and some never-be…

Welcome to this week's episode of "So Rude"! In this episode, we delve into the concept of silent supporters and cheerleaders who are still rooting for you, even if they don't shout it from the rooftops. We explore why trusting your own gut instinct is crucial, discussing how your intuition can guide you towards success and genuine support. Tune in…

In this week's episode of So Rude, we dive deep into the transformative power of saying "no." Paige Ruderman explores how this two-letter word can become your ultimate tool for reclaiming control over your time, energy, and opportunities. Join us as we unravel the myths and misconceptions surrounding the art of saying "no," and learn practical stra…

The only way to guarentee you won't accomplish your goals is to quit. Hitting walls is part of the process, but how can you keep your spirits up? This weeks episode dig's into those common thoughts and provides tips to overcome them. Learn more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to hear …

Founded in 2018 by Aaron Schilb, Nashville Tour Stop is a live entertainment production company that is built upon a tremendous community of Nashville's songwriters, artists, and creatives. With names like Priscilla Block, GAYLE, Ashley Cooke, Lauren Weintraub, Ryan Larkins, KNOX, and many others, Nashville Tour Stop is a staple of the up-and-comin…

June 4th - It's a special day! Today I celebrate my birthday, and reflect on the past year. Celebrating the big and little wins, setting goals, and recognizing the highlight reel. Can't wait to see what the next year has in store. Learn more on this week's episode. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. F…

In the world of social media, it's more important than ever to highlight your achievements. Songwriters are notorious for wanting to be in the background, however, living in the background might not be the best tool for gaining traction in today's day and age. How can songwriters use marketing to their advantage? Learn more on this week's episode. …

In many previous episodes, I discuss the importance of going out to play rounds or attend rounds to meet more collaborators. But I never discussed HOW you can prepare to play a round, especially if it is your first time playing out. Well, today is that day! And what a full circle moment - the 1 year anniversary of playing my first round in Nashvill…

When was the last time you signed into your PRO website? Are your songs registered with your PRO? Did you submit your recent shows to your PRO? If you answered "NO" to any of these questions, this episode is for you! The cost of music to the average fan/listener is so cheap, it's almost free. So how do songwriters and artists get paid in this lands…

This week's episode digs into my top 5 books for any creative to add to their library. I share why books like "On Writing" by Stephen King and "The War of Art" by Stephen Pressfield can be some of the best reading material and ways to spend your time this year in pursuit of your music goals. Songwriting, Creativity and Mindset feat. Allie Moss - Ep…

How many songwriters and artists are writing songs for the live experience? I can tell you, the successful ones certainly are! This week's episode digs into ways to evaluate your songwriting or artistry to help elevate the live experience for fans and music fans alike! The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderma…

Today we welcome Allie Moss on the So Rude Podcast. Allie is an Artist, Songwriter and Vocal Coach originally from the Jersey Shore. Throughout Allie’s career she has released the 2009 EP Passerby, and 2011 debut album Late Bloomer in addition to multiple singles and sync placements. Allie also regularly performs as a guitarist and backup vocalist …

How many times have we fallen victim thinking we need to purchase the newest instrument, tool, class, or software? You are not alone! Oftentimes, musicians fall into the marketing sess pool of convincing sales man or even our fellow peers advertising the newest thing we need to go out and get right now. I challenge you to pause. Are you using all o…

Tin Pan South 2024 is in the books! The Nashville Songwriting Association International (NSAI) hosts an annual event in Nashville, TN welcoming songwriters to seminars, great rounds an endless networking. This was my second year volunteering and attending, and I am so excited to share my top takeaways from the experience. Check out this week's epis…

Songwriters are a necessary part of the music industry and creative process. They help bring a message and story to life. So, why are songwriters getting phased out of the music industry? Why are artists getting forced to also be writers? I explore and share some of my thoughts on AI, publishers, songwriters, artist development and more. Check out …

This past weekend I had a career-evolving moment. It was my first time in a recording studio. Interested in hearing more about the artist I was working with and what the experience was like? Check out this week's episode to learn more. Maddison McKinley Socials Instagram - ⁠@maddisonmckinleymusic⁠ TikTok - ⁠@maddisonmckinleymusic⁠ Music Links - ⁠@m…

What makes a good songwriter? There are specific characteristics that are perfectly aligned with the ability to write great songs, and I share my top 10! Check out this week's episode to hear more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to hear about music, Nashville, songwriting, and more. S…

What actionable steps can you take this year to get the most out of the next 12 months? I respond to Alisha Marie's YouTube video breaking it down, including my thoughts on her top takeaways. Check out this week's episode to hear more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Ep. 65 - What Type of Year Are …

Writer's Block. Any songwriter's worst enemy. Or is it? I share my top tips for reframing writer's block and how to navigate through a dry spell. Check out this week's episode to hear more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to hear about music, Nashville, songwriting, and more. Socials I…

Psssst. Can you keep a secret? I'm sharing my #1 songwriting hack to increase your productivity and you don't want to miss it. Check out this week's episode to hear more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to hear about music, Nashville, songwriting, and more. Socials Instagram -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠…

"The best way to do more is to do less." The return on investment (ROI) in pausing to increase productivity is extensive. Check out this week's episode to hear more. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to hear about music, Nashville, songwriting, and more. Socials Instagram -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@sorud…

What do Ben & Jerry's, Volleyball, and Physics have to do with songwriting? I guarantee you, a whole lot. In this episode, I discuss my top 5 tips on what to avoid in the writer's room to guarantee your collaborators walk away feeling good and improving your chances of getting another write on the books. Check out this week's episode to hear more. …

This week's episode continues the discussion of the framework from Jay Shetty on planning the goals to accomplish your plan based on your type of year and how to use the 1-4-3-1 technique to your advantage. Check out this week's episode to hear more. The ONLY 7 Step Goal Setting Method You Need to Become Who You Want to Be in 2024 - On Purpose with…

"2024 is gonna be my YEAR!" "Okay, but how do you know?" January is known as New Year's Resolution time. But how do you know what type of goal to set for the year? It should depend on what type of year you are planning to accomplish. This week's episode discusses the framework from Jay Shetty on identifying your type of year and how to use it to yo…

“I want to co-write with other people, but how do I do it?” In the world of songwriting, one of your biggest tools to elevate your writing is cowriting with other writers. But it can be hard to meet new people and expand your network. This week's episode shares a bunch of tips to find future collaborators. Check out this week's episode to hear more…

“I got up, got dressed, collected my great song ideas and…the co-write got canceled. Rats. What do I do with all this wasted time?” Have you had a similar thought? Especially in Nashville, and in the world of constantly overscheduling ourselves, the chance that a co-write or other previously scheduled engagement will get canceled at least ONCE in y…

I moved to Nashville Tennessee in July of 2022. Since then, I've had some incredible experiences, but what brought me to Nashville in the first place and how did I land on this music town? Learn more in this week's episode. Episode #51 - Traveling Solo The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along t…

581 Days. How long it's been since the last episode of the So Rude podcast went live. Until today. Over the last 19 months, I have had so many people reach out to me asking about the show. I took some time away to reflect, expand and now, I'm back. The So Rude Podcast releases weekly episodes on Tuesdays hosted by Paige Ruderman. Follow along to he…

Today we welcome Natalie Nicole Gilbert to the So Rude Podcast. Natalie is a multi-award-winning recording artist from Los Angeles, California who is known for her thrilling vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and extensive knowledge of the music industry. Natalie has thirteen (13) solo albums and an additional nineteen (19) singles to her credit. Natalie fi…

Today we welcome Ralph Lardieri on the So Rude Podcast. Ralph is a Health Promotion and Wellbeing Engagement Professional, and health coach from Pennsylvania. Throughout Ralph’s Career, he has worked in both the corporate and consultant sides of wellness and has built program offerings for companies from the ground, up. Ralph and I met when I had t…

Take control of your life by harnessing one of the most influential skills of daily living - the power of consistency. Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20s. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make…

Is it wrong to like more than one thing? I say no. Learn more on this weeks episode. Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Intro/Outro M…

Today we welcome Megan Hallett to the So Rude Podcast. Megan is an entrepreneur and small business owner originally from Wilmington, Delaware. Megan is the co-founder of “Early Bird” and the “SWOL Token.” The world's first block-chain driven education platform and award-winning mobile app that provides virtual education resources through gaming, ar…

We all hit a slump from time to time. But are you finding yourself wadding in the slump for too long? It might be time to pause and recollect yourself. And what you might find, is that you need to Take a Step Back, to Take a Step Forward. Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20'…

Today we welcome Sam Stran Art on the podcast to talk about making art full time, entrepreneurship and more! Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to …

The only person who will advocate for yourself is you. This week's episode talks about how important it is to stick up for yourself, especially in the doctor's office! Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on S…

This week's episode covers my experience of what it was like losing my sense of taste and smell. And why I never want to lose them again! Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes e…

Have you ever wanted to take a trip, but did not have anyone to go with you? I have been there! For years, I let not having a significant other or friends or family to travel with, stop me from seeing the sights I wanted to see. That all ended when I traveled to Nashville in the Fall of 2021. Learn my top 5 tips for traveling solo for a successful …

Today's episode digs into both physical and behavioral tips Paige suggests for you to make working from home, work for you. This episode marks number 50 for the So Rude Podcast and you don't want to miss it! Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, a…

She's back, ladies and gentlemen! Happy New Year and Welcome 2022! Follow along with Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career, and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Intro/Outro Music by Token Geni…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Today Maya joins us as a guest on the So Rude Podcast to discuss her polymer clay jewelry company titled…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Today Tyran is back on the So Rude podcast! He first appeared during Episode 14 - How to Start Your Musi…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. In this weeks episode, Paige breaks down her specific steps behind creating the So Rude Podcast weekly e…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. In this weeks episode, Paige shares her top five tips on how to stay organized on the job. Learn how to …

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. On this weeks episode... Paige discusses all of her tips and tricks to finding a solid therapist. Mental…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Intro/Outro Music by Token Genius Wanna Start a Podcast? Sign up with Buzzsprout like me! Support the Sh…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Today we welcome Matt from Financial Imagineer on the So Rude Podcast. Matt is a financially independent…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. In this weeks episode, Paige shares her top ten tips when starting a new job. It's important to start of…

Follow along Paige Ruderman as she discusses the inspiring highs and motivating lows of living in your 20's. Health, lifestyle, career and more are the topics covered here on SO RUDE. We post new episodes every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe. Today we welcome Alex Casey on the So Rude Podcast. Al is a Social Media Personality from North London. …