This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Los Angeles-based dancer, Kitty McNamee. She’s an artist, a creator and most importantly a collaborator. Her early years in LA were spent honing her craft as Artistic Director of Hysterica Dance Co., a prolific collective that redefined dance in Los Angeles. Kitty’s dance films have screened at over 50 festivals worldwide and she currently has several dance-centric documentary projects in development.

The long list of musical institutions and theaters she’s worked with include the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the LA Opera, the San Francisco Opera, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the LA Ballet and the Pasadena Playhouse.In addition to her staged works, she’s collaborated on campaigns for businesses that include Target, Mercedes Benz and Uniqlo.

You won't want to miss Kitty’s inspiring and collaborative approach to arts entrepreneurship. https://www.kittymcnamee.com/about and https://www.lapopsup.com/about

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Polish percussionist, Marianna Bednarska. She’s a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral musician and teacher.

Among her many accolades, she’s performed throughout Europe and the US, and has appeared as a soloist at the Lucerne Festival, the Davos Festival and with ensembles such as the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and the Polish Radio Orchestra

In addition to her professional experiences, Marianna has won prizes in over two dozen music competitions, including the Geneva International Music Competition, the Swiss Young Soloists, and she was a finalist in the Polish Eurovision Young Musician of the Year in 2009.

Tune in to hear Marianna’s creative approach to pursuing opportunities throughout her career. https://mariannabednarska.com/en/home/

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Polish percussionist, Marianna Bednarska. She’s a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral musician and teacher.

Among her many accolades, she’s performed throughout Europe and the US, and has appeared as a soloist at the Lucerne Festival, the Davos Festival and with ensembles such as the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and the Polish Radio Orchestra

In addition to her professional experiences, Marianna has won prizes in over two dozen music competitions, including the Geneva International Music Competition, the Swiss Young Soloists, and she was a finalist in the Polish Eurovision Young Musician of the Year in 2009.

Tune in to hear Marianna’s creative approach to pursuing opportunities throughout her career. https://mariannabednarska.com/en/home/

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Rich Simmons. He’s known for blending the rebellious energy of street art with the bold visuals of pop art, into his self-defined genre of Pop Punk Art.

Rich is described as a visionary, a cultural disruptor, and a dynamic communicator. His work resonates with collectors, communities and anyone who believes art can be a catalyst for change.

He’s also the founder of Art is The Cure, a mental health movement he launched in 2008, and Create Scene, a social network for creatives.

Join us to hear Rich’s empowering story—and visit his websites to see his eye-catching art! https://www.richsimmonsart.com/, https://www.artisthecure.org/ and https://createscene.com/

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Rich Simmons. He’s known for blending the rebellious energy of street art with the bold visuals of pop art, into his self-defined genre of Pop Punk Art.

Rich is described as a visionary, a cultural disruptor, and a dynamic communicator. His work resonates with collectors, communities and anyone who believes art can be a catalyst for change.

He’s also the founder of Art is The Cure, a mental health movement he launched in 2008, and Create Scene, a social network for creatives.

Join us to hear Rich’s empowering story—and visit his websites to see his eye-catching art! https://www.richsimmonsart.com/, https://www.artisthecure.org/ and https://createscene.com/

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Italian pianist, Giuseppe Guarrera. He’s won major international awards, including prizes at the Cleveland International Piano Competition, The Rubenstein and Montreal competitions, and he’s a recent recipient of the Tabor Award at the Verbier Festival. As a performer, Giuseppe’s appeared in acclaimed concert halls throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Join us to hear how Giuseppe’s staunch work ethic and collaborative approach helped him develop a thriving career. https://www.giuseppeguarrera-pianist.com/

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Italian pianist, Giuseppe Guarrera. He’s won major international awards, including prizes at the Cleveland International Piano Competition, The Rubenstein and Montreal competitions, and he’s a recent recipient of the Tabor Award at the Verbier Festival. As a performer, Giuseppe’s appeared in acclaimed concert halls throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Join us to hear how Giuseppe’s staunch work ethic and collaborative approach helped him develop a thriving career. https://www.giuseppeguarrera-pianist.com/

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Aleah Wright. She’s the founder of Wright Beauty, a venture that sells body butter and beauty oil for women. Prior to launching her business, Aleah was a freelance writer, writing about fashion and other topics for magazines including InStyle and Essence. She cut her teeth in the fashion world with internships at Michael Kors and Prada.

Join us to hear how Aleah's grit and determination are propelling her career! https://wrightfashions.com/