The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast

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A podcast that talks about the performing arts, travel, vintage clothing, old friends, and new adventures!

Michelle Bruckner


    • Jan 31, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 31m AVG DURATION
    • 49 EPISODES


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    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Season 2 FINALE with Roger Preston Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 38:45


    Show business veteran Roger Preston Smith is Michelle's guest on this LAST EPISODE of Season 2. This episode is chock full of wonderful advice and stories from someone who has done so many different kinds of jobs in the performing arts industry, including working with Arthur Laurents. Our beloved Joshua Holloway gives a sweet message, and we will be back soon with Season 3! Thanks for listening.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day podcast with Michelle Bruckner discussing red flags

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 8:50


    Today's topic is a little spicy: red flags in the performing arts industry. There are many offers you will receive to perform and today we are talking about when people want you to give away your time and talent for free. I would love to expand on this topic further so please send any questions or comments to: showgirltipoftheday@gmail.com or dm me on Instagram: @showgirltpofday. Next week: Season Two Finale with Broadway veteran Roger Preston Smith!

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast January 2022 with returning guest Larry Blank

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 20:02


    Michelle chats with Broadway, West End, and film orchestrator and conductor Larry Blank about the new year, West Side Story the Steven Spielberg movie (she's entralled!) and continuing to keep calm and carry on as the pandemic drags and mutates into another calendar year.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day with guest: Casting Director Michael Cassara

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 37:00


    Please join host Michelle Bruckner as she speaks with Casting Director Michael Cassara. Mr. Cassara so graciously shares his expertise with the audience: this is an entertaining and informative episode you do not want to miss!

    The Showgirl Tip ofThe Day Podcast January 3 Goal Setting for 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 14:03


    Join The Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast host Michelle Bruckner as she talks in this episode about working backward from a goal, both in show business and for other adventures like travel. There is a t shirt fund raiser on www.customink.com to support Michelle's upcoming pilgrimage on The Camino.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast: Michelle and Billy review West Side Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 19:49


    On the last episode of 2021,  Host Michelle Bruckner and Billy Johnstone review the West Side Story film just released, directed by Steven Spielberg. If you haven't seen the film, this podcast episode is best enjoyed if you watch the film first. Michelle is hosting a t shirt fundraiser for her 2023 pilgrimage on The Camino. Please visit www.customink.com and type in Michelle Bruckner to support this journey. Many thanks for being such a wonderful audience! See you in 2022 with more episodes!

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day December 20 Happy First Anniversary!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 13:38


    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast turns ONE! A year of being with a fantastic audience, talking about Show Business, old friends, and new adventures. Join host Michelle Bruckner as she recaps the favorite plays, musicals, and movies of the year and begins raising funds for her pilgrimage on The Camino in 2023. Go to www.customink.com and look for Michelle Bruckner's t shirt fundraiser. Thank you so much for listening.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast 2021 in review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 21:36


    In this episode, host Michelle Bruckner talks about the year 2021, legacies, and looks ahead towards 2022. She asks questions about the year to the listeners so we can all recap together. Next week: The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast turns One! It's been a wonderful, exciting year of hosting the podcast and Michelle will be sharing her list of favorites from 2021!

    The Showgirl Tipof the Day Podcast with Nicki Stanford of Freckle Salvage Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 21:44


    It's the Holidays and Michelle loves to shop small business and VINTAGE! Today's episode features Nicki Stanford, owner of Freckle Salvage Company, a shop open 7 days a week and Director of The Vault, a once monthly vintage market in Winthrop, Maine. Nicki is a positive, high energy person who gets stuff done. Hear how she has made her dreams come true and supports her family doing what she loves! Next Vault: December 11 & 12, 8 am-4pm @frecklesalvageco. ebay.com/usr/frecklesalvage  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with guest Denise Wendt Carey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 32:47


    On last week's episode of The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast, we talked with my daughter who decided not to follow in her parents' footsteps into show business. This week: mother Denise talks about her daughter who is currently applying to colleges as a Musical Theatre major. We also talk about Denise's career, and her professional evolution from performer into stage management into her current job, where she works for a theatrical curtain and floor company.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Season two: when your child does not want to follow in your footsteps

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 23:01


    Join Michelle as she talks with her daughter who has chosen another career path after witnessing her parents, both in Show Business, work very hard and realizing there was something different to be sought. Next week Michelle interviews long time friend, performing artist and stage manager Denise Carey, who has a daughter who has decided to pursue a career in the performing arts.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast: talking about agents with Annika Rudolf

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 28:53


    Up and coming actor Annika Rudolf asks Michelle Bruckner questions about agent representation in this episode of The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with Michelle Bruckner Solo Mini episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 9:11


    Happy Autumn! In this solo mini episode, Michelle gives a quick recap on what's going on in her world (lots and lots of work.....) and the autumn, travels to New England, professionalism. She has a Showgirl Essentials bag and A Showgirl Audition Kit available for purchase! Head over to her Instagram @showgirltpofday for details.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with guest Kim Shriver

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 39:14


    Host Michelle Bruckner talks with Kim Shriver, actor and union hairstylist for television and Broadway about show business and the (episode was recorded October 12) impending IATSE strike.  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with guest Vinny Forgione

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 36:58


    We are pausing our "Performing arts and alcohol" series within Season Two for old friends Vinny Forgione and Michelle Bruckner to have a lighthearted chat about the advantages of having multiple sources of income, the Magazine Industry that drastically changed recently, and the famous Conde Nast Cafeteria of the 1990s that was THE PLACE to see and be seen. If you are enjoying this podcast, please tell your friends, follow and rate on Apple Podcasts.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Season Two: talking about alcohol with Aaron Ellis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 21:15


    Join Michelle Bruckner as she talks with Broadway Actor Aaron Ellis about his journey to getting sober and his move away from Show Business and becoming a business owner, Live Live Moving livelifemoving.com  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast:season two segment about alcohol and show business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 31:47


    Join Michelle Bruckner as she talks with actor and filmmaker Brian Whisenant as we begin a special section about alcohol use and show business. An actor's life has highs and lows, and some people cope by using alcohol and drugs. There is no judgement in these next few episodes. By talking about it, Michelle hopes to shine a light on the issue and hear the stories of several people in the industry.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with Triple Threat guest Reggie Bromell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 46:21


    Join The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Host Michelle Bruckner as she has a nice chat with Singer/Dancer/Actor Reggie Bromell. A Triple Threat is someone who has skills in all three areas, and Reggie is a real talent and up and coming in the performing arts world.

    The Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast: Tribute to Dominic Garvey Concert

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 12:30


    On September 18, 2021 Michelle Bruckner performed with a cast of people who all worked with Dominic Garvey. The show was at the Boothbay Harbor Opera House. Enjoy this mini-episode! Next week: full episode with actor Reggie Bromell.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with guest Christie Schwartzman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 25:58


    Host Michelle Bruckner talks with Christie Schwartzman, actor and photographer, owner of the photography business Rebel Darling Studios. www.christieschwartzman.com

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with guest Maria Briggs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 41:16


    Join Host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with performing artist Maria Briggs (who performed in FIVE Broadway shows in eighteen months before the Pandemic) about dancing, working as a swing on Broadway, how to prepare, and life!

    The Showgirl TIp of the Day Podcast Season Two with Joshua Holloway

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 37:29


    Host Michelle Bruckner talks with Joshua Holloway, performer, musician, composer (he composed the Podcast's theme song!) about Art, Life, paying tribute to the wonderful late singer and voice teacher David Kelso.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Season 2 mini episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 10:50


    Michelle Is thrilled to begin Season Two of The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast, where we talk about Showbusiness, old friends, and new adventures. Jenna Leigh Miller of Problem Solved by Jenna is back with a special offer for the podcast listeners. Tune in to receive a special code for One Hundred Dollars off Jenna's new Bootcamp. We are back with more episodes each week! Hope everyone had a good summer.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Episode Twenty Four Season One Finale with Billy Johnstone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 48:48


    Season One Finale! Thank you for listening to the Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast. Please give a five star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, it helps!! Today's guest is Billy Johnstone, actor and friend. We hear about his journey as an actor, his dream of being in the Broadway production of CATS, and how not giving up is the key! Enjoy! We will be back in September for Season Two!

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Twenty Three with guest Keri Safran

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 33:51


    Host Michelle Bruckner talks with actor and coach Keri Safran about speech and dialects. Keri has been teaching dialect classes this past year and offers a four week British Intensive course that Michelle took and really enjoyed. Keri offers a BIPOC Scholarship for the course. Visit www.kerisafran.com for details and more information about Keri's classes.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Twenty Two with guest Cynthia Leigh Heim

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 42:29


    Michelle Bruckner hosts a weekly podcast and talks about Show Business, old friends, and new adventures. This week, Michelle talks with Broadway veteran Cynthia Leigh Heim. Cynthia was in Susan Stroman's Show Boat and The Music Man.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Twenty One With James Valcq

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 45:03


    Join host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with American Musical Composer James Valcq about his work, what brought him to New York City and his career on and off Broadway in shows and composing work, most notably The Spitfire Grill. James moved from NYC ten years ago. He currently is running The Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon, Wisconsin.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Twenty with Karnet Creative

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 33:54


    Join Host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with Kari from Karnet Creative, an on line vintage and re sale shop. We talk about Vintage Fashion, sustainability, e commerce,  and how buying second hand helps keep clothing out of landfills. Michelle also had the good fortune of attending The Manhattan Vintage Show, which was able to be an in person event for the first time since the pandemic. Find Karnet Creative on Instagram: @karnetcreative and Poshmark: @ karnetcreative. Michelle has a Poshmark closet: @showgirlm. use the code SHOWGIRLM to receive a ten dollar credit.    

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Nineteen with guest Anthony L'Abbate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 44:05


    Join host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with Anthony L'Abbate, actor turned film restorer. This episode dives into film restoration, first jobs as a performer, and lucky finds while antique shopping. Anthony is one of Michelle's oldest and dearest friends and this episode has lots of laughter.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Eighteen with guest Kathleen Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 44:19


    Fitness professional Kathleen Carter is this week's guest on The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast. Kathleen is an actor, singer dancer who financed her career by a second career as a personal trainer. When the world wide Pandemic caused her clients to cancel their appointments, she quickly moved to on line fitness classes, and has grown a successful business this past year: workcarterfitness.com  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Seventeen with Matthew Sipress-Banks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 54:45


    Host Michelle Bruckner chats with old friend: Company Manager and Associate Production manager at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Matthew Sipress-Banks. He talks about his college years, his Broadway debut in Hello Dolly with Carol Channing, what it takes to book auditions and how you cannot take rejection personally.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Sixteen with guest Jason Wise

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 55:35


    Join host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with NYC based choreographer Jason Wise. Jason has great stories to tell about Show Business, NYC, and the people who have helped him, notably the late, great Thommie Walsh.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with special guest Episode Fifteen with Special Guest Jay W. Walker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 29:44


    Join host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with Activist (Gays Against Guns, Rise and Resist, Sing Out Louise, Reclaim Pride Coalition) Jay W. Walker. The issue of gun violence is discussed and what we can possibly do to change this world for the better.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day PodcastEpisode Fourteen with Cathy Reinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 39:02


    Michelle Bruckner chats with Cathy Reinking: casting director, writer, director, and coach for actors who is developing wonderful courses to help actors get jobs.  Originally from Los Angeles, where she cast network shows such as Fraser, Cathy currently resides in Atlanta where film and television production is thriving, even in our current era of the pandemic. Hear from an amazing supporter of performers and enjoy this conversation.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Thirteen with guestJenna Leigh Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 37:05


    Episode Thirteen of The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast: Michelle Bruckner answers listener questions, gives her podcast recommendations, and chats with Jenna Leigh miller of Problem Solved by Jenna, an online marketing and branding company for actors. Problem Solved: Instagram: @ProblemSolvedbyJenna website: ProblemSolvedbyJenna.com  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Twelve with guest Samantha Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 30:45


    Join host Michelle Bruckner as she talks with British actress Samantha Stevens, creator of the blog: Monroe Moments: A Modern Gal with a Marilyn Soul. It's an interesting time to be in New York City with intentions of booking acting jobs and the challenge of a global pandemic. Listen to how Samantha navigates these challenges with style, creative energy, and a wonderful attitude. www.monroemoments.com

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Eleven with Guest Lauren Kosarin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 50:10


    Host Michelle Bruckner chats with Lauren Kosarin, Broadway veteran and friend. We hear about Lauren's training and the auditions that led her to a busy career of Broadway and National Tours. Lauren is the mother of Television star and music artist Kira Kosarin. The Trevor Project is dear to Lauren's heart and we continue the conversation Michelle had with Liam in the last episode about resources for the LGBTQIA plus community. www.thetrevorproject.org

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Ten with Liam Nathan Nicks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 37:19


    Liam Nathan Nicks: a Manchester, England performer finds the great love of his life, tragically loses him, yet manages to keep his heart open and love the whole world, especially the LGBTQ Plus Community. Join me as my friend Liam and I talk about Love, Show Business, Fashion, and how we can try to make our communities kinder and safer places for ALL. England: The LGBT Foundation in Manchester: Advice, Support, and information: 0345 3 30 30 30 Also England: The Albert Kennedy Trust for LGBTQ Plus Homeless: in the Cities of Manchester, London, Newcastle, Bristol. www.akt.org.uk The United States: www.thetrevorproject.org  

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Nine with guest Brian Carmack

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 38:17


    The Showgirl Tip of the day Podcast Host Michelle Bruckner talks with Brian Carmack, International and Broadway performer who is now a director and educator. This is episode nine! Thank you so much for your support. Please give a rating and review if you are so inclined.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Eight with guest Aimee Covo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 35:09


    Happy 2021! Podcast host Michelle Bruckner speaks with International Triple Threat performer Aimee Covo, who has lived in Berlin Germany since 1988. Aimee shares her experiences of growing up in NYC in the 1980's and what brought her to Europe and why she stayed.

    Kathy Morath Episode Seven Point Five

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 24:18


    This is a companion episode to Episode Seven...let's call this one Episode Seven point five. Broadway and Cabaret artist Kathy Morath did a 2019 interview with The Broadway Radio Hour host Billy Johnstone. Kathy talks about growing up with her father, famed musician Max Morath. Here is the interview (without the music recordings) for your enjoyment. Kathy is a well respected educator as well, so I wanted her students to understand they are learning from the best!

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Seven with guest Kathy Morath

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 33:46


    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast host Michelle Bruckner talks with Broadway veteran Kathy Morath. Kathy comes from a Show Business family and talks about her career, motherhood, and what it takes to succeed.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Six with Carla R. Stewart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 37:13


    Join Michelle Bruckner as she talks with Broadway Performer Carla R. Stewart, cast member of TINA, the Tina Turner Musical and The Color Purple, about Carla's journey to NYC from Chicago, how Faith guides her way, and her recent big dietary changes in a quest for perfect health.

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast Episode Five with Anja Karmanski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 25:25


    Join Host Michelle Bruckner on The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast as she talks about Show Business, life, motherhood, and friendship with Anja Karmanski, a Berlin, Germany based actress. Anja acts on stage in the theatre and for the camera in film and television.

    The Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast Episode Four with special guest Larry Blank

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 47:14


    Larry Blank, Internationally renowned composer, conductor, and orchestrator, chats with Michelle Bruckner about their love of the performing arts. Larry has always had a wonderful influence in Michelle's life since the first time they worked together on a tour of La Cage aux Folles. This episode is full of wonderful stories from a man with a long and varied career. Enjoy!!

    The Showgirl Tip of the Day Podcast with Scott Moreau

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 21:58


    Join Broadway performer Michelle Bruckner as she talks with actor, musician and Maine native Scott Moreau about his career. Scott played Johnny Cash in the National Tour of Million Dollar Quartet, he also plays Johnny Cash in several shows of his own creation, including the recent Late and Alone.

    The Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 18:48


    A podcast where we talk about Show Business, old friends, new adventures, and in this episode: some vintage fashion and how she has gotten in shape during the pandemic thanks to fitness trainer Kathleen Carter. Michelle talks about this very different year 2020 and the gifts of time and space it has brought her, and her gigs singing in various places in the community. Next week (1/4) she will interview actor/musician and Maine born Scott Moreau, known for playing Johnny Cash in Million Dollar Quartet and in shows of his own creation.

    Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 23:08


    A podcast where we talk about Show Business, old friends, and new adventures. Broadway performer Michelle Bruckner gives an introduction. Guests interviews are to come in following episodes. Make a cup of tea or a nice glass of wine and have a listen!

    Showgirl Tip of The Day Podcast:INTRODUCTION TRAILER

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 1:24


    Join Broadway performer Michelle Bruckner as she talks about Show Business, old friends, and new adventures. With passions for travel and vintage clothing, this is a fun podcast as she talks with her friends in the Entertainment industry.

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