Best Matthew Walt Kyle Hamilton Christopher Lee Christine Dallas Podcasts (2024)

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Fireplay's Nick Whitehouse Talks Creative Production & Technology 1:12:37

3+ y ago1:12:37

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Fireplay’s Chief Creative Officer and CEO Nick Whitehouse has honed his craft with nearly a quarter of a century in this business. Starting as a Lighting Designer and with the guidance of a mentor, Whitehouse expanded his role to production designer and creative producer with a bold style that has won the admiration of music’s most prominent figure…

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Strength, Knowledge, and Information, with Malchijah Bailey 1:37:19

3+ y ago1:37:19

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Veteran Risk Management and Security Specialist Malchijah Bailey has built a sterling reputation working with artists of all genres at the highest level. During his 25 years in business, Bailey has taken a wealth of experiences as a Road Manager, Tour Manager and One Man Tour de Force handling Personal and Venue Security on stadium tours, gaining i…

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Passion, Product, and Perseverance, with Megan Duckett 1:04:59

3+ y ago1:04:59

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Megan Duckett came to the US with dreams of becoming a rock 'n' roll lighting tech. Unfortunately, that dream was never fully realized, but with the true hustler spirit, Megan carved out her own unique space in soft goods, and has taken her business from an 800-square-foot operation in Torrance to a 50,000-square-foot operation in Compton, employin…

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Diversify the Stage, with Noelle Scaggs 1:27:18

3+ y ago1:27:18

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Noelle Scaggs is best known for her stage presence as the co-frontperson for multi-platinum group Fitz and the Tantrums, as well as an accomplished songwriter whose credits include co-writing her band’s singles, “Out Of My League” and “The Walker.” But today we are talking to Noelle about her work behind the stage rather than on it. In the spring o…

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Figure-It-Outness, with Tami Blevins 1:30:30

3+ y ago1:30:30

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Few combine Tami Blevins' genuine warmth and no-nonsense attitude, two attributes which make her uniquely suited to handle Artist Relations for C3 Presents' portfolio of festivals, including Lollapalooza (worldwide), Austin City Limits, Voodoo Festival and more. In our discussion with Tami we talk about creating opportunities for PoC in the music i…

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Breaking the Glass Ceiling, with SoundGirls' Beckie Campbell & Claire Murphy 1:23:32

3+ y ago1:23:32

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"Women working in professional audio make up just 5% of all audio engineers," says tour veteran and host of the SoundGirls podcast Beckie ("Bex") Campbell. That number is staggeringly low, and is something that SoundGirls endeavors to fix. Founded by Karrie Keyes and Michelle Sabolchick Pettinato, SoundGirls "supports women working in professional …

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Giving a ––––, with Kimberly Hurtarte 1:12:44

3+ y ago1:12:44

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Over the past decade, Kimberly Hurtarte has been working with artists, corporations, individuals, and nonprofit organizations to design and implement sustainable campaigns generating meaningful impact on a global scale. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Incubus’ Make Yourself Foundation and as an advisor at Global Impact. She began …

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Creating a Complete Sensory Experience, with Sooner Routhier 1:13:34

3+ y ago1:13:34

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The Weeknd. Motley Crue. Imagine Dragons. Kelsea Ballerini. Bon Jovi. The Lumineers. Muse. Pentatonix. Halsey. Game of Thrones? If you're asking what those all have in common, the answer is simple: Sooner Routhier, one of the top designers in the entertainment industry. Beginning her career working for New England based Rainbow Productions, Sooner …

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Clarity, with Jerome Crooks 1:19:18

3+ y ago1:19:18

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Jerome Crooks is a hall-of-fame-worthy tour manager, working with artists like Nine Inch Nails, Tool, Linkin Park, Adele, and The Beastie Boys. As one of the top professionals in the industry, Jerome has carved out a unique path, yet few people in the business today are doing as much as he is to roll down the ladder for those that follow in his foo…

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Power to the People: Voter Registration & Live Music, with HeadCount's Kristina Raines 1:40:54

3+ y ago1:40:54

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A hustler's hustler, Kristina Raines has held a wide variety of positions in the live events industry, and found her niche with HeadCount, a nonprofit using live music to promote voter registration by partnering with artists like Ariana Grande, Dead & Company, Dave Matthews Band, and Billie Eilish. As the Major Gifts Director, Kristina has a pivota…

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Go Hard or Go Home, with Angie Warner 1:09:32

3+ y ago1:09:32

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Some people are just born ready and go straight to the big leagues. Sure thing Hall of Famer Angie Warner is one. Since her first tour as a PA on NSYNC's "No Strings Attached" stadium run, Angie has worked in a variety of roles for an impressive collection of clients, including Madonna, Guns N' Roses, Van Halen, Dave Matthews Band, Jay-Z, Imagine D…

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Earning Respect on the Road with TM/PM and Guitar Hero, Stu Berk 1:16:23

3+ y ago1:16:23

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Stu Berk is one of the good guys. From his early days playing guitar in a band for which Matt happened to be the agent, to more recent efforts as a Production Manager, Tour Manager, and even as substitute guitarist in Young the Giant, his efforts are informed by a belief that building respect is a critical component of the concert touring industry.…

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Crafting and Curating Musical Legacies, with Kevin Antunes 1:30:00

3+ y ago1:30:00

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Kevin Antunes' work as a musical director and designer transcends the scope of instruments and musicians, building immersive sonic experiences for audiences. A 30+ year industry veteran having worked on Michael Jackson's Cirque du Soleil productions, as well as tours with Madonna, Justin Timberlake, and countless others, Kevin offers a unique persp…

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Roadie Relief Efforts on Capitol Hill, with Michael Strickland 1:53:00

4y ago1:53:00

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Michael Strickland is a fixture in the entertainment industry, as both the founder of Bandit Lites and now the leading advocate for the live events industry on Capitol Hill. As the gravity of the pandemic set in, Strickland began talking with local and national politicians to develop relief efforts, and has been a driving force behind the RESTART A…

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A Passion for Audio and Innovation, with Shaun Clair of Clair Global & Sean Sturge of Eighth Day Sound 1:17:47

4y ago1:17:47

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In the latest episode of Hustle Like U Broke, the hosts talk with Shaun Clair, of Clair Global, and Sean Sturge of Eighth Day Sound, about the recent acquisition. Shaun Clair and Sean Sturge operate as VP of Sales and Global Sales Manager for their respective companies. During the discussion they talk about the fulfilling nature of audio careers, t…

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Building the Complete Festival Experience, from Entrance to Exit, with Emily May Ockenden 1:38:47

4y ago1:38:47

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After a brief hiatus, we're glad to be back with rock star festival director, Emily May Ockenden. Emily handles dual roles as the Director of Production for BWG Live and the Director of Operations for WYH Live. Raised in Australia, Emily got her start with Future Music Group in Sydney as a receptionist. She found her break when 3-months in, the fes…

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Building a Better Tour, with Chris Gratton 1:23:31

4y ago1:23:31

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Chris Gratton is a roadies' roadie. A live event production mogul, Gratton has been a tour director, tour producer, designer, production manager, and every job in between. A student of the school of hard knocks, Gratton's passion for music and theater came at an early age, fueled by a similarly inclined family, and has built that passion into a car…

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Spotlight On: Roadies of Color United, with Bill Reeves and Lance "K.C." Jackson 1:08:00

4y ago1:08:00

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Co-Founded by Lance “K.C.” Jackson and William “Bill” Reeves in 2009, Roadies Of Color United was started as a social network to represent, introduce, and unite those in concert touring and entertainment services that were not being represented in the major industry publications and associations. Like those before them, K.C. and Bill made it a prio…

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No Days off, with Teri Lynn/Tour Manager 1:21:50

4y ago1:21:50

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Teri Lynn started her career at Loud Records, overseeing day-to-day operations for the budding careers of the Wu-Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, and more. By 1999, the transition to digital music was well under way, and Teri Lynn was working for Quincy Jones Music Publishing. Realizing that the label life was not where she wanted to be, Teri Lynn pivoted and…

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We Come to Play, with Rickey Minor 1:22:38

4y ago1:22:38

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Rickey Minor is an Emmy Award winning Music Director, Composer, and Producer. Throughout his storied career, Rickey has worked with some of the biggest talent in the world, including Beyonce, Usher, Adele, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Khalid, Ed Sheeran, Elton John, and countless more. Complementing his profound musical resume, is an equally imp…

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Long Haul Flights and Luxury Hotels, with Dani Triebner/Touring Travel Agent (Pt. 2) 57:07

4y ago57:07

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As promised, here's part two with Touring Travel Agent, Dani Triebner. In this episode we cover the differences between agents, the green movement in the travel business, the importance of caring for crew and principals, and end on the quick hits where Dani shares some of her favorite career moments.…

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Long Haul Flights and Luxury Hotels, with Dani Triebner/Touring Travel Agent (Pt. 1) 48:46

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Dani Triebner's passport book has stamps from all over the world thanks to her work as the travel agent for artists like Guns 'N Roses, Jay-Z, and Post Malone. As a travel agent, Dani is unique; along with the usual hotel and flight booking services that music clients rely on, she also tours with some of her clients, advancing accommodations from t…

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Concerts, Sports, and Live Entertainment Under One Roof, with Mitchell Bornstein 1:19:59

4y ago1:19:59

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Mitchell Bornstein is the Vice President of Business Development at the soon to be finished Los Angeles Stadium and Entertainment District (LASED) at Hollywood Park. Mitch started his entertainment career with Altitude Sports in Denver, before moving over to the Experience and Marketing world for the Los Angeles Rams. In our episode with Mitchell w…

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Respecting the Materials: Pyrotecnico's Bob Ross, Danielle Hicks, and Keith Hellebrand 1:16:51

4y ago1:16:51

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Pyrotecnico's Bob Ross, Danielle Hicks, and Keith Hellebrand are special effects experts, adding spectacles that engage all five senses at events across the globe. As live music has embraced the notion that more is more, with ever escalating production elements, the role of pyrotechnics has seen corresponding growth, being incorporated not only as …

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Putting People to Work, with Patrick Dierson/Production Designer (Pt. 2) 1:20:01

4y ago1:20:01

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We're back with part two with Production Designer, Patrick Dierson. In this episode we talk about the many projects Patrick has in the works, some of his favorite tour moments, and why it's critical for everyone to speak up for the struggling members of the music world.By Matthew Walt, Kyle Hamilton, Christopher Lee, Christine Dallas

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Putting People to Work, with Patrick Dierson/Production Designer (Pt. 1) 58:47

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Patrick Dierson always had a backstage view of what it took to produce a successful theatrical spectacle. Originally from Long Island, N.Y., Patrick grew up within a family that featured two Broadway actors. He spent two years studying Performance Theatre in college, jumping right into the live event industry with an automated lighting equipment co…

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Virtual Reality, 5G, and Concert IT, with Dave Bauman/Backstage Networks 1:18:26

4y ago1:18:26

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Trailblazer Dave Bauman, Backstage Network CEO, saw value in the Internet during its infancy, working to create anet.com in 1994, supporting hundreds of thousands of residential and business users. Dave also delivered managed I.T. infrastructure services and internet for premium Midwest entertainment venues such as the United Center, Allstate Arena…

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Artists as Athletes, with RAab Stevenson 1:23:40

4y ago1:23:40

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RAab Stevenson is rarely in the spotlight, but he's the man who makes sure the artist's voice is at its best on stage. RAab's first big break in the industry came in 2002, when he earned a roll as a background vocalist to Justin Timberlake. Soon after touring as background vocals, RAab would become one of the most sought after vocal coaches in the …

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STEMM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Music, with Krysten Dean 46:07

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Krysten Dean took an unconventional path to the world of touring and audio. A mechanical engineer by trade, Krysten started in the automotive world before leaving corporate America to become an audio engineer. Krysten joined 8th Day Sound and has become one of the most sought after system engineers in the business. Recently Krysten started an organ…

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Pimpin' Past It with Shelleylyn Brandler 1:18:53

4y ago1:18:53

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Shelleylyn Brandler has been a culinary force behind your favorite tours and festivals, driving new sustainability innovations along the way. Hustling her way into a job catering after being disappointed with backstage food quality, Shelleylyn would go on to form a partnership with Warped Tour's Kevin Lyman, a partnership that would be leveraged to…

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Establishing Reasonable Practices in an Industry Averse to Authority, with Jim Digby 1:20:38

4y ago1:20:38

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Jim Digby is a 30+ year veteran of the live music and event production industry. After witnessing the death of a patron at a show he was working at, Jim began a lifelong journey to bring standards and reasonable practices to an Industry known to resist oversight. This episode has Jim discussing his history in the industry, what makes reasonable pra…

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Making Every Show a Super Bowl with Cory FitzGerald, Creative Designer 1:04:41

4+ y ago1:04:41

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Cory FitzGerald has done it all. A deep knowledge of consoles and programming earned him early opportunities to travel the world, where he toured with Lady Gaga, Leroy Bennett, and more. Since that time, he has built a reputation as one of the best designers in the world. His recent projects include designing for Bruno Mars, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Jenn…

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Next Level Video Production with Ian Simon/Strangeloop Studios 1:08:35

4+ y ago1:08:35

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This week Hustle Like U Broke goes virtual with concert and live event visual specialist, Ian Simon. The conversation covers the long history shared between Ian and the hosts, expanding technologies, the new concert-in-gaming trend, and much more. This conversation is cutting edge, don't miss it. Ian Simon partnered with Strageloop studio co-founde…

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It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll): Mickey Curbishley/Solotech 1:14:37

4+ y ago1:14:37

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"I'm so thankful that I ended up in this business. I jump up every day and enjoy what I do." So says Mickey Curbishley, Solotech's President of Live Production US & UK. With 30 years in the industry, Mickey Curbishley has been stage side working for acts like AC/DC, Eric Clapton, Judas Priest, and Elton John. Now he works to provide innovative prod…

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Sustainable Touring with Adam Gardner from REVERB.org 56:39

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In this episode, Matt, Kyle, Chris, and Dallas talk with REVERB.org's Adam Gardner about green touring. Biodiesel, carbon footprints, and the nuts and bolts are all covered in this discussion, as we dissect the transition to a tour model that favors the future.By Matthew Walt, Kyle Hamilton, Christopher Lee, Christine Dallas

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Music Production BASSics with the Legendary Adam Blackstone 1:04:54

4+ y ago1:04:54

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The HLUB hosts sit down with Emmy nominated Music Director and Grammy award winning writer Adam Blackstone. A world-class Music Director, Blackstone has worked with artists like Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5, and Eminem, and worked on Justin Timberlake's Super Bowl 52 Halftime Show. The conversation covers making decisions in high-p…

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