Justin F. Courtney has spent much of his life finding different ways to connect with people. He’s worked in higher education, speaks professionally about emotional intelligence, records and performs his own music, runs a wedding and special events business, and, more recently, discovered a love for acting.

In this episode of Scene And Heard, Justin talks about the funny story behind how he first got started singing, the influence of his father and brother, his journey through higher education, and the many creative paths he has taken along the way.

Most of all, Justin talks about why he keeps trying new things and why he believes whatever platform you have can be used to make a difference in someone else's life.

Scene And Heard features conversations with the actors, directors, filmmakers, musicians, and other creative people who make Ohio's local entertainment community so interesting.

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Justin F. Courtney’s links…

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.courtney.754

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtown3121/

Email: justinfcourtney78@gmail.com

Just Us By Justin links…

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustUsbyJustin

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/just-us-by-justin-wapakoneta?osq=just+us+by+justin

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/mrxpzjf2

iHeart Radio : https://tinyurl.com/mrxkfnhv

Deezer: https://tinyurl.com/mp9tyhr

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

In this episode of Scene And Heard, host Jim Hagan sits down with actress Alissa Liebenguth to talk about her journey into independent filmmaking.

Fresh from her first film role in Baby Dead Bird, Alissa shares how an acting and modeling program helped launch her career, what it's like stepping onto a film set for the first time, and why acting quickly became something she felt she was meant to do. Together, Jim and Alissa discuss auditioning, memorizing monologues, creating believable characters, and the challenges and rewards of working in indie horror films.

Alissa Liebenguth’s links…

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alissamae1245/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095406552996

Baby Dead Bird teaser trailer: https://tinyurl.com/2hxs3b77

Photos Talked About In The Episode: https://tinyurl.com/29fewh3r

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/mrxpzjf2

iHeart Radio : https://tinyurl.com/mrxkfnhv

Deezer: https://tinyurl.com/mp9tyhr

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

This week on Scene and Heard, Jim sits down with actor, filmmaker, writer, director, and all-around entertainer Tim Hale for a conversation that covers a little bit of everything.

Tim talks about discovering his love of acting and horror at a young age, his work in film, and what it was like to finally play the kind of monster character he had always been drawn to.

Along the way, Tim shares some entertaining stories, talks about the importance of following the things you're passionate about, and explains why being a well-rounded creative can make you better at every part of the craft.

It's a conversation about horror, creativity, friendship, and finding your way into the weird and wonderful world of entertainment.

🎭 Follow Tim Hale:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmytellstales/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halestalesproductions/

The Whisper Project: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2cA3BioBJIAmA1BGQkQh8w

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/5ewax4k9

iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/36fzt7aw

Deezer: https://tinyurl.com/2j5ds9tp

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

What makes a great director? Why is youth theater so important? And why are actors always putting their hands in their pockets? 😄

In this episode of Scene And Heard, Jim Hagan sits down with actor and director Sara Rex to talk about growing up in community theater, directing youth productions, returning to the stage in Now and Then, and preparing to direct her first adult production, Facility for Living. Along the way, they share behind-the-scenes stories, discuss what makes a great director, reflect on the impact theater has on young performers, and even poke a little fun at some common actor habits.

Whether you're involved in community theater or simply love hearing creative people share their stories, this conversation is full of laughs, insight, and a genuine love for the arts.

🎭 Follow Sara Rex:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saramontgomary/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sara.rex.18

Website: www.SaraRexIsTheBest.com (not an actual website… lol)

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/5ewax4k9

iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/36fzt7aw

Deezer: https://tinyurl.com/2j5ds9tp

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

On this episode of Scene & Heard, I sit down with Trip Elliott, a true jack-of-all-trades in the local arts community. We talk about acting, directing, writing, painting, balloon art, and how all of those creative outlets have shaped his journey. Along the way, Trip shares stories from the stage, independent film, running his entertainment business Twisted Art, and the many unexpected turns that have made his creative life anything but ordinary.

If you've ever wondered what drives someone to keep creating in so many different ways, this is a fun conversation you won't want to miss. And, of course, don't forget to stick around for another completely fake sponsor that somehow became a real part of the show.

To learn more about Trip and Twisted Art, reach out here...

Facebook: Trip Elliott

Encore Theater: https://www.amiltellers.org/
IMDB : Heavyweights --- Trailer

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

In this episode of Scene & Heard, Jim Hagan sits down with actor, audiobook narrator, stage manager, sound technician, and all-around theater volunteer Stacy Stevenson. From performing on stage to working behind the scenes, Stacy shares how wearing so many different hats has shaped her love of storytelling and the local arts community.

Along the way, the conversation covers audiobook narration, community theater, memorable productions, strange life experiences (including an unexpected night swapping ghost stories with a reality TV star), and why saying "yes" to helping out has led to some of her best adventures. It's a fun conversation about the many paths that can lead someone into the world of entertainment.

If you enjoy conversations with the people making theater, film, and entertainment happen in our communities, you're in the right place.
🎙️ New episodes featuring local creatives coming soon.

Stacy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storiesandsound/

Ashtabula Arts Center: https://ashtabulaartscenter.org/

Rabbit Run Community Arts Association: https://rabbitrun.org/

Writing Battle: https://writingbattle.com/

Real World Miami stuff: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Real_World:_Miami

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com

Welcome to the very first episode of Scene & Heard!
To kick things off, I'm joined by actor, filmmaker, and all-around storyteller Martin Carlton. We talk about how we first met, his current projects including Gatling and the First Annual Martin Carlton Stunt Show and memorable moments from his career.
It's a fun, relaxed conversation about creativity, independent filmmaking, and the unpredictable adventures that come with a life in the arts.
If you enjoy conversations with the people making theater, film, and entertainment happen in our communities, you're in the right place.
🎙️ New episodes featuring local creatives coming soon.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imartincarlton/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imartincarlton

Website: martincarlton.com

Email: MartinCarltonStuntSpecial@gmail.com

Gatling Teaser trailer: GATLING (2026) - Official Teaser

Bullets, Brothers and Blood trailer: Bullets, Brothers and Blood Trailer | 4K | #indie #feature #action #thriller #movie

Found Footage Festival: https://www.youtube.com/@FoundFootageFest

Scene And Heard links…

Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mvvc4asf

TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/6ypzxt9p

Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3nn398mb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/26ekwnhu

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2uc3myhy

Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4y8mbm5v

Email: PodcastSceneAndHeard@gmail.com