The Cool Kids Table

On this week's episode of the #CKTpodcast we welcome Nashville based musician and artist Stephen Day to chat with us. Stephen released his first full-length album "Guess I'm Grown Now" in October 2019. Since then, his catalog has seen millions of streams. His new single  "Ride” released on June 18th and is available anywhere you listen to music. Congratulations, you've just discovered your favorite new artist! You're welcome:) 

Surprise! This week on the #CKTpodcast we celebrate pride month by focusing on a famous movie that had a lasting impact on the LGBTQ+ community. For the first time your hosts, Maggie and Spiro, use the entire episode to chat with only each other:) Hope you enjoy it! Here we go- with Maggie Stiggers and Spiro Marcos the executive producers of NikoFrank Productions- on Radio Free Brooklyn. 

This week on the #CKTPodcast we're super pumped to welcome our friend Cory Stonebrook to the table. Cory is an actor, voice over artist, writer, and filmmaker living in New York City. He's been seen on "Orange Is The New Black", "The Blacklist", "The Equalizer" starring Queen Latifah, and is slated to appear in the newest season of "Succession" and "Michael Che's Untitled Sketch Comedy Show". He co-wrote, produced, and starred in "City Boyz" on Amazon Prime and his latest film, "When It All Ends" will be hitting the festival circuit soon. His face and voice can be seen in countless commercials, too! He does it all folks! Enjoy this one:)    

This week the #CKTpodcast welcomes special guest and TV star John Clarence Stewart. John is currently making waves starring as Simon in NBC's Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. You may have also seen him in Marvel's Luke Cage or the Netflix mini-series What/If. Hailing from a small town in GA, John rose to success with a  determination to stay true to himself and trust the power of storytelling. Stay inspired kids! 

This week on the Cool Kids Table we chat with the two creators of "The Homo Sapien Experience". Their goal is to celebrate and uphold stories of the queer experience and to create a beautiful community that represents intersecionality; across race, gender expression, sexual orientation, identity, ability and otherness. Their videos are HYSTERICAL and they just want everyone to be seen heard and celebrated.Both Matt and Brandon graduated from the same Theatre Program at Pace University and we chat with them about their journey from college friends to actors performing around the country, to viral content creators.  @the_homo_sapien_Experience

This week on the #CKTpodcast, we chat with professional actress and  baker, Brittany Jeffery, the owner of Brit's Batch in New York City. You can catch Brittany in the latest season of The Christmas Cookie Challenge on The Food Network. If you've ever wanted to apply for a cooking show, and hear the ins and outs of appearing on one- this is the episode for you! Enjoy:)  www.BrittanyJeffery.com@Itsbritsbatch Music By:Bre Cade & Zac SilvaHosted by : Radio Free Brooklyn

This week on the #CKTPODCAST, we welcome host, actress, comedian, and content creator Sarah Pribis. Sarah is known for hosting HQ Trivia, The Ellen Show, Amazon, Business Insider & more. She's been seen on several television shows, commercials, and films. She's also a content creator. Listen along as we chat about how she got her start, how you never know where something might lead, and her brand new hosting gig with Tsu Live, plus so much more!

This week on the #CKTPODCAST, we welcome professional actress and founder of ActorAesthetic, Maggie Bera. The ActorAesthetic is a lifestyle blog, podcast, and learning community for those seeking a career on Broadway. She's an expert contributor for Backstage magazine, a private coach, and most importantly she has a passion for helping others. We chat candidly about the power of being a multi-hyphenate, the future of her company, and the resources she's made available for her clients. Enjoy:)

On this episode of The Cool Kids Table, we welcomed esteemed Acting Teacher and coach Terry Knickerbocker. Starting as an actor himself he has grown his craft and created a holistic approach to acting as he operates and teaches at his very own Terry Knickerbocker Studios. Teaching from home but still growing Terry discusses the pandemic, his work as an actor, his transition into teaching, and his work coaching actors such as Sam Rockwell and Emmy Rossum. Hope you are as inspired as we were! Stay cool, and stay kind! 

On this episode of The Cool Kids Table we spoke with agent Anthony Boyer who runs the theatrical division at DDO Artists Agency in Los Angeles. Not only is he passionate about what he does, he loves working with actors. We chat about COVID-19 and how it's affecting the business, actor submissions, his background in music, how he can pick up any instrument and learn it, and so much more. Stay Cool and definitely stay Kind. 

This week on the #CKTpodcast, we were SUPER pumped to chat with Tony Award winner Victoria Clark. Victoria has appeared in several Broadway and Off Broadway shows in NY as well as several Broadway touring productions. She's starred in films and T.V. roles and has recently emerged as one of NY's rising directors. Victoria is known throughout the theatre community for her kindness, humility, and extraordinary talent. We're incredibly grateful to welcome our mentor and dear friend to the table. Enjoy   

Our latest episode features director and animator Edmond Hawkins. Edmond directed 2 seasons of HBO's Wyatt Cenac's Problem Areas, he's also recently worked as the sketch director for Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj on Netflix. He's worked on iconic shows like SNL, Jimmy Fallon, and many more. Enjoy this fresh perspective from a NY director.  http://www.naacp.org

This week on the #CKT podcast we virtually hung out with Actor, singer, dancer Conor Ryan. You may have seen Conor in Cinderella on Broadway. Here about Broadway 2 weeks out of college and navigating new exciting works ever since. Seen in The Fortress of Solitude, Desperate Measures, John and Jen opposite Kate Baldwin, Jesus Christ Superstar LIVE with John Legend and Sarah Bareilles. Conor has a beautiful voice and an even more beautiful soul.  http://www.covenanthouse.orghttp://www.studentsrisingabove.orghttp://www.nikofrankproductions.com

This week on The Cool Kids Table we chat with film and Broadway actress Kerry Frances. Kerry was recently seen in the hit movie directed by Rian Johnson, Knives Out. She gets candid about her recent move to LA, working with celebrities, and the importance of staying true to herself. It's a particularly inspirational episode for the actors without representation. Enjoy:)   http://www.kerryfrances.comKerry's IMDB Dogs Without Borders NikoFrankProductions    

On this week's #quarantined episode of The Cool Kids Table we were lucky enough to chat with one of NYC's top voice over casting directors, Andy Roth. Andy has cast video games, animation, commercials, TV and films and is known for his kindness in the industry. He teaches in NYC, online, is a producer, and an animal lover! His documentary, The Animal People is streaming on Amazon & Netflix. Enjoy hearing from a casting director who wants you to succeed! Here's Andy Roth and all things voice over

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On this special episode of The Cool Kids Table, amid the COVID 19 pandemic, Maggie sits down with Broadway actor Michael Stiggers Jr. (also her hubby) who is currently in the long running Broadway production of The Lion King. We chat about his journey into the Pridelands, the pressure to create during social distancing, and finding gratitude each day. Michael is the first guest to appear on both the first and second seasons. Stay safe! 

On this episode of the #CKTPODCAST we sit down with Neeta Jain, health coach, mother, wife and founder of "Her Shakti", designed to provide a safe space for immigrant women who have moved to the US and experienced culture shock, health difficulties, & lack a community of support. Hear how Neeta left her job at Amazon to devote her life to helping women and raising her son. She is a true warrior for Kindness. We're thrilled to share her journey with all of you.

We're super stoked to welcome Broadway actress Deanne Stewart to the table. DeAnne recently made her debut in the hit Broadway smash Jagged Little Pill (The Alanis Morissette Musical) going on for the lead role of Frankie. We chat all things #JLP, the power of triumph over adversity, and following her dreams. So now "All I Really Want", is for you all to keep "Smiling" through this episode. We're not "Perfect," but every day we just "Wake Up," put one "Hand in My Pocket," and bring you a guest that "You Oughta Know!"

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We were stoked to sit down with Beth Schiff, founder of You Choose Creative and casting director for the hit TV show, Chopped. Beth sheds some light on the casting industry, what inspires her, how she got started, and what motivated her to start her own company. A straight up boss lady, Beth inspired us in so many ways! We're so excited to share this one with you. 

Episode 5 of the #CKTpodcast features special guest Jasper Grant. Jasper is an esteemed musical director, pianist, and vocal coach in New York City. His talent, parallelled by his kindness, makes him the perfect guest for the podcast. This episode celebrates hard work, timing, generosity, and the importance of helping others. Grab a snack, sit back & enjoy your weekly inspiration boost! Songs referenced;How Could I Ever Know - The Secret GardenChristmas Lullaby - Songs For a New WorldThe Kite Song - You're a Good Man Charlie BrownThoroughly Modern Millie - Thoroughly Modern Millie7 Rings - Ariana GrandeI Don't Understand The Poor - A Gentleman's Guide to Love and MurderSimple - NineHappy Working Song - Enchanted  

Happy New Year! This week on The Cool Kids Table, we had the opportunity to chat with Broadway actress and songwriter Ephie Aardema. Ephie is an original cast member of The Bridges of Madison County and starred as Dawn in the Broadway touring production of Waitress. She talks candidly about her upbringing, what inspired her to gravitate towards musical theatre, and the people who have positively impacted her life along the way. Hear some wonderful tips about being an actress and joining a tour as a replacement along with a fun "Wingin' It"

Welcome back! On this weeks episode of The Cool Kids Table, we sat down with television actress and model Katie McCarty. Katie's one of the hardest working ladies in the biz and one of the kindest! She opens up to us about going after her dreams, auditioning, life in NYC, agencies, and her hopes for the future. Enjoy:)

Sarah Bockell recently closed out the hit Broadway show Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. She made her Broadway debut in the show after starring as Carole in the National Tour. Find out more about this inspiring, kind, and talented artist on this episode of The Cool Kids Table.

Sarah Beth Pfeifer recently made her Broadway Debut in Percy Jackson's “The Lightning Thief,”. The show officially opened Oct 16th. SB has one of the most fascinating stories detailing her journey in this show. What started off as an “actors access” submission, led to the New York workshop, a national tour, a sold out run at the beacon theatre, and then to Broadway. Making it the first Theatre works show in history to have a Broadway debut.

DOPE episode alert! This week on The Cool Kids Table, we felt especially cool to sit down with rapper, award winning composer & lyricist, recording artist, playwright, and new father Ronvé O'Daniel. Raised in the south, Ronvé continues to inspire his community with his rising success and astounding humbleness. Ronvé co-wrote the hit musical Once Upon A Rhyme, was a recent participant in residencies at Goodspeed Theatre, NYU, Eugene O'Neil, and has teamed up with Roger's & Hammerstein Theatricals to have world wide distribution of a new hip hop musical written for teens. Stick around til the end to hear one of our favorite renditions of Winging It.

On this week's episode of The Cool Kids Table, we are welcomed by special guest Brian Cali. Currently performing in Pretty Woman on Broadway, Brian is an Italian born singer (formerly in the opera world), actor, and all around good guy. His candor, humble advice, and down to earth attitude are just some of the reasons we were overjoyed to sit and chat with him. Everyone has their own journey in this business, and we are thrilled to share Brian's with you.

The Cool Kids Table, celebrates artists all over New York City who lead with kindness. Each week we'll highlight a guest whose remarkable determination has helped them overcome obstacles, inspire their community, and remain gracious. There will be valuable lessons and lots of laughs. Come take a seat!

Our podcast will invite different guests from the creative world to hear about their artistic experiences, as well as the ups and downs of creating their own success stories. There will be great stories, valuable lessons, but most importantly, we will be celebrating kindness with lots of laughs along the way. We want to make people laugh and smile but most importantly we want to inspire the dreamers out there. The ones who have been beaten down by the big business and feel they don't deserve a success story!

Our podcast will invite different guests from the creative world to hear about their artistic experiences, as well as the ups and downs of creating their own success stories. There will be great stories, valuable lessons, but most importantly, we will be celebrating kindness with lots of laughs along the way. We want to make people laugh and smile but most importantly we want to inspire the dreamers out there. The ones who have been beaten down by the big business and feel they don't deserve a success story!

Our podcast will invite different guests from the creative world to hear about their artistic experiences, as well as the ups and downs of creating their own success stories. There will be great stories, valuable lessons, but most importantly, we will be celebrating kindness with lots of laughs along the way. We want to make people laugh and smile but most importantly we want to inspire the dreamers out there. The ones who have been beaten down by the big business and feel they don't deserve a success story!

NikoFrank Productions is starting our very own podcast titled; The Cool Kids Table. We're so excited to join forces with William Dehorney at Loving You Productions! Each week, we'll invite a different guest from the industry to hear about their artistic experience and the ups and downs of creating your own successes. We want to make people laugh, smile, but most importantly, we want to inspire the dreamers out there. The ones that have been beaten down by the business and feel like they don't deserve their own success story. The people that are tired of spending holidays with family where you have to explain to Cousin Patty what an “actor” does. Or how a “comedian” can make enough money to afford to live in the city.

NikoFrank Productions is starting our very own podcast titled; The Cool Kids Table. We're so excited to join forces with William Dehorney at Loving You Productions! Each week, we'll invite a different guest from the industry to hear about their artistic experience and the ups and downs of creating your own successes. We want to make people laugh, smile, but most importantly, we want to inspire the dreamers out there. The ones that have been beaten down by the business and feel like they don't deserve their own success story. The people that are tired of spending holidays with family where you have to explain to Cousin Patty what an “actor” does. Or how a “comedian” can make enough money to afford to live in the city.