​This week on the podcast, Carla Bisong, founder of Bisong Art Gallery, joins us. She recounts her decision to launch an art gallery while working in the financial services industry, and when she knew it was time to leave financial services to focus solely on running her gallery. She gives a lot of practical business advice, from how artists should sell their art to how she monetizes many of her resources. Visual artists and those who want to own a retail space will find great value in Carla's interview. 

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with acclaimed conductor JoAnn Falletta. Maestra Falletta gives an inspiring interview, and recalls what it was like being the first woman to lead a major American ensemble, and why mentoring students and commissioning music is so important to her. We'll also hear her describe the business activities she oversees as the Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the entrepreneurial activities she manages as a guest conductor and teacher. If you want to be a performing artist you won't want to miss our interview with JoAnn Falletta!

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with acclaimed conductor JoAnn Falletta. Maestra Falletta gives an inspiring interview, and recalls what it was like being the first woman to lead a major American ensemble, and why mentoring students and commissioning music is so important to her. We'll also hear her describe the business activities she oversees as the Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the entrepreneurial activities she manages as a guest conductor and teacher. If you want to be a performing artist you won't want to miss our interview with JoAnn Falletta!

This week on the podcast is our interview with fine art appraiser Loren Whittaker.  You'll hear how she benefited from mentors and networking to capitalize on her PhD in Art History to become a fine art appraiser.  Loren talks about her daily activities that include working as an expert witness, evaluating art for private sales, and collaborating with insurance companies on valuation.  Anyone interested in how art is appraised will enjoy hearing Loren's story. 

This week on the podcast is our interview with Emmy-winning Composer and Film Scorer, Silas Hite.  Silas cites attributes that helped him to become a successful composer, working not only on films but also commercials, TV shows, and multi-media collaborations with artists.  He also gives insight on a variety of topics including what to consider when releasing music through a label and running a business through the pandemic.  Anyone looking to work in film and music--or any creative space--should give it a listen!

This week on this podcast is part one of a two-part interview with Jody Espina. He’s a saxophonist and founder of JodyJazz, a leading mouthpiece manufacturer. Jody recounts how his business began, grew over the years, and expanded through acquisitions. Anyone interested in becoming a performer or business owner won’t want to miss this interview!

This week on the podcast we interview visual artist Lauren Luna. You'll be inspired after hearing Lauren's story, from her humble beginnings to being the successful artist she is today.  She was named a top 50 entrepreneur by the Scion Car Company, used her notoriety to create the D.R.E.A.M. Affect Foundation, and in 2020 the Mayor of Houston proclaimed July 11th as Lauren Luna Day. Lauren's interview illustrates how grit and determination can pay off.

This week on the podcast is Miranda Lorenz. Miranda Lorenz is a fashion designer and owner of Buhndi. She describes her path from a teen working in a consignment shop to an entrepreneur in the field of fashion as she launches her first line.  Sustainability, marketing, inventory control, and more are discussed.

This week on the podcast is part 2 of an interview with filmmaker Anthony Ladesich. Anthony gives advice on how young filmmakers can get started; film and direct on a budget; maintaining a production schedule and budget, and much more.