Let's Talk

In this episode of "Let's Talk," host Tom Rizzo, Founder and Managing Director of Plectrum Advisers, engages in a candid conversation with Sarah Parkins of Birch Cove, an Integrative Health Coach and Consultant based in New York. Together, they explore the multifaceted challenges that individuals face when dealing with inheritance, focusing on both financial and emotional aspects.Key Discussion Points:Understanding Inheritance: An overview of what inheritance entails and its potential impact on personal finances and emotional well-being.Immediate Steps Post-Inheritance: Guidance on the initial actions to take upon receiving an inheritance, including financial planning and seeking professional advice.Emotional Considerations: Addressing the complex emotions that can arise, such as grief, guilt, or familial tensions, and strategies to manage them effectively.Integrating Health and Wealth: Insights from Sarah on how maintaining physical and mental health can influence financial decision-making during such transitional periods.Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Identifying and discussing common mistakes individuals make when handling inheritances and how to steer clear of them.This episode serves as the first installment in a three-part series dedicated to unraveling the complexities of inheritance. Listeners will gain valuable insights into balancing the financial responsibilities and emotional challenges that accompany inheriting assets.About the Guest:Sarah Parkins is founder of Birch Cove and is an Integrative Health Coach and Consultant with over 25 years of international experience across various industries, including institutional finance, technology, and consulting. She specializes in empowering professionals and businesses to optimize personal and organizational well-being, offering personalized coaching that addresses key aspects of health, including physical challenges, stress cycles, and emotional struggles. The information presented in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as personalized financial advice.

In this episode of Let's Talk, hosted by Tom Rizzo, Dr. Krissy Gullen, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Evergreen Physical Therapy in Pasadena, discusses the physical challenges faced by musicians due to repetitive use injuries. She provides insights into how musicians can prevent injuries through proper training regimens and adopting healthier lifestyles. The episode covers topics such as preventing chronic injuries, the importance of gradual physical preparation, and balancing weight training with other exercise forms like Pilates. Dr. Gullen also emphasizes the importance of addressing overall wellness through proper nutrition, rest, and cardio training. 00:00 - Introduction: Overview of physical challenges faced by musicians due to repetitive use injuries. 02:13 - Understanding Physical Wellness for Musicians: Common injuries among musicians and the need for proper physical care. 05:31 - Preventing Injuries Through Gradual Training: Understand the importance of building a solid foundation before increasing physical activity. 09:51 - The Role of Rest and Periodization: Incorporating periods of rest and recovery for injury prevention. 25:06 - Training Regimens: Pilates vs. Weight Training: Comparison of Pilates and weight training in injury prevention and overall wellness. 29:32 - Cardio, Strength, and Flexibility: Finding the Right Balance: Incorporating cardio, strength, and flexibility exercises into a workout routine. 35:23 - Lifestyle Factors: Nutrition, Sleep, and Stress Management: How balanced nutrition, proper sleep, and stress reduction impact physical health. 47:10: Final Thoughts and Recommendations: Closing remarks on the importance of physical therapy and wellness for musicians. Plectrum Advisers is a registered investment advisory firm registered with the State of California. Past performance is not be indicative of future results. The information presented is general and does not take into account your individual circumstances, financial situation, or needs, and is not presented as a personalized recommendation to you. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as an offer to buy or sell any financial instruments and should not be relied upon as the sole factor in your investment making decisions. Investment in securities involves significant risk and has the potential for partial or complete loss of funds invested.

Let's Talk episode 23 with Krissy Gullen, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Evergreen Physical Therapy Specialists. In this episode of Let's Talk, hosted by Tom Rizzo, Dr. Krissy Gullen, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Evergreen Physical Therapy in Pasadena, discusses the physical challenges faced by musicians due to repetitive use injuries. She provides insights into how musicians can prevent injuries through proper training regimens and adopting healthier lifestyles. The episode covers topics such as preventing chronic injuries, the importance of gradual physical preparation, and balancing weight training with other exercise forms like Pilates. Dr. Gullen also emphasizes the importance of addressing overall wellness through proper nutrition, rest, and cardio training. Plectrum Advisers is a registered investment advisory firm registered with the State of California. Past performance is not be indicative of future results. The information presented is general and does not take into account your individual circumstances, financial situation, or needs, and is not presented as a personalized recommendation to you. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as an offer to buy or sell any financial instruments and should not be relied upon as the sole factor in your investment making decisions. Investment in securities involves significant risk and has the potential for partial or complete loss of funds invested.

In this episode, Tom talks with Kevin Kwan Loucks, CEO of Chamber Music America (CMA), about CMA's mission to support chamber musicians, composers, managers, educators, presenters, and advocates across the US, providing resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities.Tom and Kevin discussed the challenges faced by freelancers, musicians, and composers with regards to finances and long-term planning, as well as the role of presenters in the ecosystem. The conversation also highlighted the importance of diverse perspectives, the value of having the right partners, network, and support systems, and the benefits of joining CMA.About KevinRepresenting a new generation of performing arts executives, Kevin Kwan Loucks has cultivated a distinguished leadership profile founded on artistic excellence, entrepreneurship, and innovative strategic design. Loucks was appointed CEO of Chamber Music America in 2021 after co-founding Chamber Music | OC and serving as Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at the Philharmonic Society of Orange County.About CMAChamber Music America (CMA) was founded more than forty years ago by a small group of musicians determined to create a more sustainable chamber music field. In the years since, the organization has grown dramatically, expanding both its offerings and its membership to be more inclusive, wide-reaching, welcoming, and equitable.Learn more at https://chambermusicamerica.org

In this insightful conversation, Jim Frawley, Executive Development, Consultant, Coach. Author of Adapting in Motion & Host of the Jim's Take podcast delves into the profound changes AI is bringing to various sectors, with a particular focus on the studio musician. The discussion explores the human response to AI, emphasizing the need for familiarity and understanding to overcome fears associated with technological advancements.Key Highlights:Navigating Discomfort: Frawley draws parallels between AI apprehension and historical technological shifts, urging listeners to embrace change with an open mind.AI and Creativity: Discover how AI complements, rather than replaces, human creativity, and the predicted surge in philosophical exploration prompted by these changes.Challenging Beliefs: The conversation addresses the evolving nature of beliefs, tackling issues of information overload and disinformation. Frawley advocates for curiosity and open-mindedness as essential tools for personal growth.Impact on Younger Generations: Explore the potential influence of AI on the younger demographic and how it may shape their creative processes and worldview.Simplicity Amid Complexity: Frawley discusses the challenges posed by rapid technological advancements and anticipates a shift towards bespoke AI solutions tailored to specific needs.Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that transcends AI's technical aspects, delving into its broader implications on our beliefs, creativity, and the essence of being human.Happy listening!

In Let's Talk episode # 20, Tom Rizzo talks with John Zion about supporting, empowering, and guiding great artists to help their visions thrive through authentic impactful engagement. John Zion is Managing Director of MKI Artists, and oversees strategic planning, artist management, and booking while supporting the careers of its prestigious roster of artists, ensembles, and composers. He is also a co-founder of OurConcerts.live, a streaming platform that technology company that provides access to live music for audiences around the world.

Tom Rizzo talks with Kim Roberts, Executive Director, at The Film Musicians Secondary Markets Fund regarding GETTING READY FOR JULY 1 (and beyond).

Join Tom Rizzo and guest, Stefanie Taub, CEO of the AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund. a 501(c)(6) organization, established by The American Federation of Musicians and Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

Join Tom Rizzo with guest, Roxanne Castillo, General Counsel at Film Musician's Secondary Markets Fund and CCC Board of Director Member to discuss the California Copyright Conference (CCC), a professional trade organization for the education of its members in the practical and legal aspects of copyright law and allied music and entertainment industry subjects.

Join Tom Rizzo and guest Kim Roberts Hedgpeth, Executive Director, Film Musicians Secondary Markets Fund, as they discuss ‘all things new media' including; what Is new media and how it affects royalty payments, the sources of new media inflow, Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD), Free to the Consumer Advertising Advertiser Supported Services (AVOD), why the contract is the gold standard, and the importance of naming a beneficiary.

We are delighted to have our very first guest, Brittany Britton, Esq. return to discuss more about estate planning, trusts and wills. Brittany will give an update from our first podcast to provide insight on how the pandemic has affected estate planning and what freelancers need to know.

Featuring John Bishop of Origin Records For more information about Plectrum Advisers: https://www.plectrumadvisers.com/ Let's Talk Podcast: https://plectrumadvisers.com/lets-talk-podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plectrumadvisers Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plectrum-advisers-llc/about/ For more information about Origin Records and John Bishop please visit www.originarts.com As a drummer, educator, record label owner, graphic designer, publisher, and festival presenter, John Bishop has been one of the primary voices in Northwest Jazz for 40 years. He has performed in concerts and clubs with Bobby McFerrin, Lee Konitz, Slide Hampton, Benny Golson, Jessica Williams, Kenny Werner, Bobby Hutcherson, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Julian Priester, Ernestine Anderson, Joanne Brackeen, Sonny Fortune, and countless others. He's appeared on more than 100 albums, was inducted into the Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame in 2008, and was named a "Jazz Hero" by the Jazz Journalists Association in 2019. Bishop has been a member of New York pianist Hal Galper's Trio for the last 15 years. They have released 7 albums and regularly tour & conduct workshops around the U.S., Canada and Europe. Other ongoing projects include the 20-year old cooperative group SCENES with John Stowell & Jeff Johnson; and the Chad McCullough / Bram Weijters Quartet, a Belgian/American project with 4 recordings and multiple European tours since 2009. In 1997, Bishop started Origin Records (named Jazzweek's 2009 “Label Of The Year”) and OriginArts, a graphic design & CD production company, to help further the exposure of creative artists and their music. In partnership with his ex-drum student, Matt Jorgensen, they have released over 700 recordings by 360 artists from around the world. In 2002 they added another jazz label, OA2 Records, a classical imprint, Origin Classical in 2008, and in 2003 began Seattle's annual Ballard Jazz Festival. Bishop has designed 750 CD packages and multiple book covers, banners, posters, and other graphics for clients around the globe.

Featuring Kim Roberts Hedgpeth of the Film Musicians Secondary Markets Fund

Join us as we talk to Amy Northard about her firm, Accountants for Creatives and her experience with advising freelancers.

Join us as we talk to Melissa Walker about her leadership in Jazz House Kids as well as the Montclair Jazz Festival!

Step 5- Find A Trusted Adviser

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Step 3- Get Credit Card Debt To Zero

Step 2- Save 10% Of Each Check

Step 1- Establish An Emergency Fund

Join us as we talk to Mitch Glickman about his involvement in many great organizations such as the Symphonic Jazz Orchestra.

Featuring: Sam Zadori

Join us as we discuss the connection between finance, music, and philanthropy.

Join us as we discuss Adapting and Managing Change.

Join us as we discuss all the issues in creating a living trust; who should have one, what it does and doesn't do, how much it costs, all the pluses and minuses.