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In this first of a special two-show series, "Rick Flynn Presents; Confessions of a Show Biz Kid" proudly welcome show business icon HARRY ABRAMS, The A-List Talent Agent to the Stars, to our international podcast. Harry Abrams (Founder and Former Chairman/CEO, Abrams Artists Agency) delivers a detail-oriented blueprint of how to succeed in the talent agency business whether you are just getting started or a seasoned professional. Citing specific examples of how he came to work with greats just as Eddie Albert presenting a commercial spot for The Lipton Tea Company when Harry was just out of the MCA mailroom to household names including Jennifer Lopez and Liam Neeson, Harry presents a step-by-step outline of his experience helping his clients achieve their best.  Integrity and trust play crucial roles in developing talent and business relationships no matter what may be happening in a turbulent industry or economy. Staying true to these maxims help provide a foundation for building success. Buy the book right now at Amazon and remember this Rick Flynn Presents podcast Show is only Show 2 of 2 Episode 197 (Released on Wednesday, July 17, 2024). Join us for our very first show with this guest, released on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, (Show 1 of 2) which was Episode 196, if you have not already listened to it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rick-flynn/support

In this first of a special two-show series, "Rick Flynn Presents; Confessions of a Show Biz Kid" proudly welcome show business icon HARRY ABRAMS, The A-List Talent Agent to the Stars, to our international podcast. Harry Abrams (Founder and Former Chairman/CEO, Abrams Artists Agency) delivers a detail-oriented blueprint of how to succeed in the talent agency business whether you are just getting started or a seasoned professional. Citing specific examples of how he came to work with greats just as Eddie Albert presenting a commercial spot for The Lipton Tea Company when Harry was just out of the MCA mailroom to household names including Jennifer Lopez and Liam Neeson, Harry presents a step-by-step outline of his experience helping his clients achieve their best.  Integrity and trust play crucial roles in developing talent and business relationships no matter what may be happening in a turbulent industry or economy. Staying true to these maxims help provide a foundation for building success. Buy the book right now at Amazon and remember this Rick Flynn Presents podcast Show is only Show 1 of 2 Episode 196 (Released on Wednesday, July 10, 2024). Join us beginning Wednesday, July 17, 2024, for the continuation (Show 2 of 2) of this amazing program which will be Episode 197. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rick-flynn/support

This week, playwright, poet, and author Pearl Cleage discusses her life and career with Remy Bumppo Theatre Artistic Director Marti Lyons. Remy Bumppo staged Cleage's Blues for an Alabama Sky in the fall of 2023. This conversation originally took place September 26, 2023 and was recorded live via Zoom. AWM PODCAST NETWORK HOME More about the speakers: Pearl Cleage (she/her/hers) is an Atlanta-based writer whose plays include POINTING AT THE MOON, WHAT I LEARNED IN PARIS, FLYIN' WEST, BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY, and BOURBON AT THE BORDER, commissioned and directed by Kenny Leon at the Alliance Theatre. She is also the author of A SONG FOR CORETTA, written in 2007 during Cleage's time as Cosby Professor in Women's Studies at Spelman College. Her play, THE NACIREMA SOCIETY REQUESTS THE HONOR OF YOUR PRESENCE AT A CELEBRATION OF THEIR FIRST ONE HUNDRED YEARS, was commissioned by the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and premiered in 2010, in a joint production by the ASF and Atlanta's Alliance Theatre, directed by Susan Booth. Her plays have also been performed at Arena Stage, Hartford Stage, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Huntington Theatre, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the Long Wharf Theatre, Just US Theatre, True Colors Theatre, Bushfire Theatre, the Intiman Theatre, St. Louis Black Repertory Company, and Seven Stages. She is also an accomplished performance artist, often working in collaboration with her husband, writer Zaron W. Burnett, Jr. They have performed at the National Black Arts Festival, the National Black Theatre Festival, and colleges and universities across the country. Cleage and Burnett also collaborated with performance artists Idris Ackamoor and Rhodessa Jones on the script for THE LOVE PROJECT, which premiered at the National Black Theatre Festival in 2008, and is currently touring the country. Cleage is also an accomplished novelist. Her novels include “What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day,” a New York Times bestseller and an Oprah Book Club selection, “I Wish I Had a Red Dress,” “Some Things I Never Thought I'd Do,” “Babylon Sisters,” “Baby Brother's Blues,” “Seen It All and Done the Rest,” and “Till You Hear from Me.” She is also the author of “Mad at Miles: A Blackwoman's Guide to Truth,” a groundbreaking work of race and gender, and “We Speak Your Names,” a praise poem commissioned by Oprah Winfrey for her 2005 celebration of legendary African American women and written in collaboration with Zaron Burnett. Cleage has also written for magazines, including “Essence,” “Vibe,” “Rap Pages,” and “Ms.” In addition to her work as the founding editor of “Catalyst” magazine, a literary journal, she was a regular columnist for the Atlanta Tribune for ten years, winning many awards for her thought-provoking columns. She has also written for TheDefendersOnLine.com. Cleage has been awarded grants in support of her work from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Fulton County Arts Council, the Georgia Council on the Arts, the Atlanta Bureau of Cultural Affairs, and the Coca-Cola Foundation. Her work has earned her many awards and honors, including an NAACP Image Award for fiction in 2008. Pearl Cleage is represented by Ron Gwiazda at Abrams Artists Agency in New York City. Her website is www.PearlCleage.net. She also maintains a Facebook fan page. www.pearlcleage.net. Marti Lyons (she/her/hers) most recently directed the world-premiere of Galileo's Daughter by Jessica Dickey at Remy Bumppo, Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberly at Northlight Theatre, Wife of a Salesman by Eleanor Burgess at Milwaukee Rep, Sense and Sensibility adapted by Jessica Swale at American Players Theatre and the world-premiere of John Proctor is the Villain by Kimberly Belflower at Studio Theatre in D.C. Marti's other productions include The Niceties by Eleanor Burgess at Writers Theatre; Cymbeline at American Players Theatre; The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe and both the stage and audio productions of Kings by Sarah Burgess at Studio Theatre; the world-premiere of How to Defend Yourself by liliana padilla, a Victory Gardens and Actors Theatre of Louisville co-production; Cambodian Rock Band by Lauren Yee at Victory Gardens and City Theatre; Witch by Jen Silverman at Geffen Playhouse and Writers Theatre (LA Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Direction); Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías at Victory Gardens; Botticelli in the Fire by Jordan Tannahill at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company; I, Banquo at Chicago Shakespeare Theater; Title and Deed by Will Eno at Lookingglass Theatre Company; Laura Marks' Bethany and Mine at The Gift Theatre. Marti is also an ensemble member at The Gift Theatre, and a member of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society. martilyons.com

Listen to a new episode of YNS Live with NFL Thread recorded live on Fireside with hosts Juliet Hahn and Cynthia Zordich, featuring Special Guest Ashley Peterson, Founder, CEO of Elizabella Cosmetics. Ashley Peterson is a devoted wife, mother, entrepreneur, and philanthropist from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She attended the University of Oklahoma where she majored in Communications. At the age of 21, Ashley moved to Los Angeles, California after signing a contract with Ford Models. She modeled for top fashion and commercial agencies Ford Models and Abrams Artists Agency for several years, appearing in ads & magazines such as McDonald's, Target, and Verizon. She currently resides in Houston, Texas with her husband and their 2 boys. Ashley is also the Founder and CEO of Elizabella Cosmetics-- a luxury lip bar designed to stimulate your vivaciousness, as well, release and uplift your inner confidence while still serving individuality. Ashley always held a passion for makeup and the beauty industry. In addition to being directly influenced by watching her mother, who was once a cosmetics representative and is a successful businesswoman herself, working for Ford and Abrams regularly granted first hand opportunities to try new and exciting looks. She quickly recognized how makeup could uplift spirits and positively change one's outlook. She saw the freedom that came with transforming your appearance from one day to the next; creating the story you want to convey with your look. Ashley strives to break the stigma of the beauty industry as she believes the only standard of beauty is your own. Elizabella Cosmetics was founded on the belief that all women are uniquely beautiful and that should be celebrated. Ashley is not only committed to creating beauty on the outside, but also on the inside. The organization she recently founded alongside her husband, the A&A Peterson Family Foundation, is focused on initiatives to transform the lives of those who lack economic and educational resources. The A&A Peterson Family Foundation was founded on the belief of encouraging and empowering individuals and families to work together to make a difference in our communities. They would like to help eradicate poverty by working to create and develop greater opportunities for under-served individuals, especially children. Their foundation aspires to help develop the resources needed to empower our communities and make a true impact. Download the Fireside App today and follow YNS Live with NFL Thread and PIVOT. We dive deep into NFL stories and reveal the good people inside the game.   Remarkable Quotes   “There are ebbs and flows in life always and you have to realize that there are some things you have to let roll off your shoulders. There are other things you cannot control. I had to learn; you know what? It's okay to fail - because how do you succeed if you don't? Everyone who has succeeded has failed at some point or another. The difference is they got back up and tried again.” Ashley Peterson on overcoming fear of failure and launching Elizabella Cosmetics   “Number one - it helped my confidence. It helped me rediscover my identity. It helped me - in that moment - get out of the depression I was in. I love my husband and my kids, but I had lost myself for a moment. My identity was in being something else to others and for others - wife, personal assistant, NFL spouse, mom. Elizabella was just for me. It was something I needed to do for me and no other reason other than it made me happy. After we launched, I knew this was the path I needed to be on. It was life changing.” Ashley Peterson, Founder, CEO of Elizabella Cosmetics   Sponsor   The YNS Live With NFL Thread Super Bowl Experience is sponsored by Shutterstock Editorial.  Wherever you go - Shutterstock is there to capture it!   Contact Shutterstock at assigments@shutterstock.com and take the field with Shutterstock's award-winning photography superstars.   Find Us Online! Fireside: Juliet Hahn | Cynthia Zordich Instagram: Juliet Hahn | Cynthia Zordich | NFL Thread LinkedIn: Juliet Hahn | Cynthia Zordich FB: Juliet Hahn | NFL Thread Clubhouse: Juliet Hahn YouTube: Juliet Hahn Twitter: Juliet Hahn | Cynthia Zordich | NFL Thread

JENEVIEVE BREWER: From a college major in Communications to a minor in film, Jenevieve began her professional career as an intern in the writing division at ABC's soaps, such as: “All My Children” then to “One Life to Live” and progressed to producing for Soap Central/SoapNet's “Days of our Lives”. She became a children's agent at Abrams Artists Agency, then moved to begin a new modeling, commercial and print division at the Carson Kolker Agency, which she developed for 10 years, before turning to managing at Terrific Talent, followed by setting out to form her own company JB Talent Management in 2015. This then began her travels overseas for projects, as well as teaching programs, working with children to overcome diversity challenges. Among her clients were: Joseph D'Onofrio, who is known for playing young Tommy in Goodfellas; Nicholas Alexander Chavez, who plays Spencer Cassadine on General Hospital; and Lauren C. Mayhew, who played Melanie Garrett on Dexter and Leo Cheng on the “L Word” . She loved working on projects such as: “Unstoppable, The Musical” with the children of Haven Kids Rock under casting director and musician, Nef Jones and with Carly Sullivan, activist, actress and producer on her “Marginalized Murder” series. Additionally, she helped clients secure recurring and guest-starring roles on numerous episodics such as Law and Order: SVU, Limitless, Power, Orange Is The New Black, Gotham, FBI: Most Wanted! and Difficult People. In features, her clients booked roles in projects such as Southpaw, Uncut Gems, Run All Night and The Intern. Brewer also landed national commercials for clients with the likes of Coke, Verizon, Bank of America, Chanel, Nike, PNC Bank, Merrill Lynch and Old Navy. Jenevieve was not only a major agent, talent manager and producer, but a vibrant energetic force, a light of enthusiasm, real, down-to-earth, forthrightness, deeply personal care, passion, an empathetic activist in the LGBTQ+ community, advocate for the underdog and had a keen sense of duty towards diversity. A woman of faith, she loved to laugh! She loved animals and swam every day for her personal joy and wellness, giving to St.Jude's and the Food Banks. A woman of peace she yearned for that across the divide in this country. Beloved Jenevieve, was a longtime NCOPM member (National Conference of Personal Managers), gaining the respect from both her clients and peers nationally and internationally…….. Jenevieve Brewer passed away suddenly on October 14, 2021…... “Since you came into my life in 2003, you have been my strongest advocate in the business, pushing me to do things I didn't imagine I could do. Even with my podcast, absolutely without a question coming on. I'm so sorry you were not able to see the end result, after all your encouragement to write it, throughout the years, but I am so very happy to have our story in it. I can still hear your voice and chuckle. I miss your “Hi Oz” greeting on the phone, your “xoxo” and your “I love you” with the heart emojis, at the end of your emails. Your light will never be dimmed in my heart, JEN!” I LOVE YOU! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ozzie-stewart/support

BIG APPLE FILM FESTIVAL AGENTS AND MANAGERS CONFERENCE Agent, Co-Founder, CULTURE CREATIVE ENTERTAINMENT Paul Weitzman Topics Include: Pitching Your Film, Script or Series to Agents, Producers, Showrunners and Streamers, Legal Rights and Clearances Paul Weitzman has been a literary agent for more than 20 years representing writers, directors and producers across all literary platforms which include prime time network, cable, streaming services, animation and feature films. He began his career at the entertainment law firm, Christie & Berle, then a stockbroker and corporate executive with Baraban. He transitioned to the literary agency business in 1997, where he worked for The Shapiro-Lichtman Literary Agency before joining The Preferred Artists Literary Agency. Paul was the Co-Head of the Literary department at Abrams Artists Agency for five years before founding Culture Creative Entertainment in 2019.

ITA catches up with Los Angeles based talent agent Pamela Fisher from A3, formally Abrams Artists Agency.We chat about her journey becoming a talent agent and scout after her time as a young actor in New York.We covered what makes you stand out as a young star, advice on selecting your team, and suggestions on learning the ropes in the industry for parents of young actors.Pamela works with highly successful young actors: Dove Cameron, Jordan Fisher, and our very own Anna Cathcart, to name a few.Check us out on Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jaclyn started her career in the entertainment industry in front of the camera as a child actor and musical theater darling. She moved to NYC drawn to the bright lights of Broadway with dreams of starring roles center stage. However, Jaclyn pretty soon realized managing talent was an incredibly lucrative industry and banged on doors to get her start until she landed on the doorstep of the vetran agent Bonnie Shumofsky at Abrams Artists Agency (now with Stewart Talent).   At just 29, Jaclyn now at 10MGMT, is at the top of her game and has all the advice you need if you want talent or the talent agent! Tune in as we discuss all things show biz, entertainment industry and even sprinkle in a lil shade!

Amy Wagner | Literary Agenthttps://www.a3artistsagency.com/Originally a native of St. Louis, Missouri, Amy Wagner started her career in the entertainment industry by covering books, plays and screenplays for Barbra Streisand’s company, Barwood Films. Wagner spent eight years at the boutique literary agency Rosenstone/Wender before joining A3 Artists Agency (formerly Abrams Artists Agency ) in 2007 where she represents playwrights, screenwriters, television writers, directors, choreographers, composers, lyricists and designers. Amy Wagner is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts in New York City and a frequent lecturer at universities and conferences.

Today my guest on the Hometown to Hollywood podcast is Haydn Jones. Haydn is head of the Youth Commercial Division at A3 Artists Agency, formerly known as Abrams Artists Agency.   This is the very first Commercial Agent interview on the podcast and I’m so excited to share it with you!   We discuss how actors can get started in the industry, how to get a commercial agent’s attention, why commercials can be the gateway to an acting career, how commercial casting is different than theatrical casting, what actors can do during the COVID shutdown, and much more.   Become a Friend of the Podcast and listen to the full interview, as well as get access to the entire collection of over 100 other inspiring and educational episodes designed to help you succeed in the entertainment industry.   It’s easy! In your browser bar, go to https://hometowntohollywood.supportingcast.fm/ and for just $5 a month—about the price of latte-- become a member.   Your support allows me to continue to do the work that supports you, and the dreams of your child, or even your own dreams. Thank you!   Some of my favorite quotes from our conversation:  “A commercial agent is always trying to piece together someone else’s vision board.” “This industry grows a youth actor to be ready for many, many aspects and challenges of life.” “Even when you start kids really young, it’s still a great experience.” “Acting is behavioral training, it’s a cognitive training, it’s a self-esteem builder.” “A commercial audition is the biggest room of play. You get to be yourself in front of other people.” “Auditions are our Olympics.” “My age categories, and what I’m looking for, changes daily.” “There’s never a bad time for me to look for potential new clients. Commercials are year-round.” “Commercial is the stepping-stone into the Theatrical world.” “Be open to the commercials, because that can begin everything for an actor’s career.” “Being an actor is a job. It takes a certain discipline. It’s not for everyone, and that’s OK.”   On the COVID-19 shutdown: “Keep up with your special skills. You should still be practicing every skill in your arsenal.” “Staying creative is what’s important. It doesn’t have to be memorizing a Shakespearean monologue every day.” “If you want to write and create your own story, now is the time!” “Show off your dance moves, recite your poems, and tell your stories.” “Get really, really good at self-taping. If this is the new normal, then a lot of the auditions will be remote.”    Follow Haydn Jones HERE:  Instagram:     @TRIFIREFLY25

Todd M. Eskin - CEO/Owner - Head of the Theatre Department Todd is a partner at Across the Board (ATB) Talent Agency, a bicoastal agency with offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas representing adult and youth actors, directors, choreographers, and producers in TV/Film, Commercials, Hosting, and Theatre.  He is the Chief Operating Officer and Head of the ATB Theatre Department, which he founded in May 2012. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre Performance, Todd became a working member of the Society of Directors and Choreographers, Actors’ Equity Association, the American Guild of Variety Artists, and Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Shortly after, he began his representation career as an agent trainee at Abrams Artists Agency in Los Angeles.  Todd has clients currently working on Broadway (Hamilton, A Bronx Tale, Book of Mormon, Lion King), National Tours (Kinky Boots, The Wizard of Oz, Flashdance, The Lion King, Ragtime, Saturday Night Fever, Bullets Over Broadway, Mamma Mia, Joseph, If/Then), Las Vegas (Rock of Ages), Regional Theatres (La Jolla, Paper Mill Playhouse, Sacramento Music Circus, Musical Theatre West, 3D Theatricals, Cabrillo Music Theatre), Cruise Lines (Disney Cruise Lines, Princess Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines), Theme Parks (Disneyland, Universal Hollywood, Hong Kong Disneyland), and more. @stage_agent --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/confessionsofanactress/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/confessionsofanactress/support

Podcasters, Instagram-ers, and TikTok-ers rejoice! Amanda Marzolf, Partner at Abrams Artists Agency joins #Adulting with Zack Peter and Abigail Fraher to teach us how to land a talent agent in digital media.  We tackle: What does an agent actually do and do you really need one? Agents vs. Managers (and which one you need) How to get noticed by talent agents (it's not about your sizzle reel) How important are your social numbers? Is TikTok worth investing in? Can you hack the algorithms (wtf is an algorithm)? How to grow your social following? This episode is brought to you by Trust and Will Get ahead of the game with future-planning and give Trust and Will a try. Get 10% off now at www.trustandwill.com/hacks Keep up with us @theadultingpodcast on Instagram and don't forget to subscribe and tune-in every Tuesday! (A 5-star review wouldn't hurt either!)  Keep up with Zack @justplainzack and Abigail @abigail__af.

Episode 337 Part 2 of 2 - Chuck Duran and Stacey J. Aswad continue their highly informative conversation with L.A agent, James Murray of the bi-coastal voiceover agency, Abrams Artists. We're talking about "EVERYTHING VO AGENTS" including the task of obtaining major market representation as well as answering all of your "agent" related questions. DO NOT miss this incredibly informative 2-part episode with powerhouse agent, James Murray. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://goo.gl/fEKnBm Watch more videos and get the latest voiceover news, advice and updates on exclusive contests and giveaways at http://vobuzzweekly.com and make sure you join our newsletter. Past giveaways include: Coaching, Books, Studio Gear and even Agent Representation. #VOBuzzWeekly #VoiceOver #VoiceActingAdvice CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VOBuzzWeekly Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/VOBuzzWeekly Instagram: https://instagram.com/vobuzzweekly Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/vobuzzweekly/ VO BUZZ WEEKLY IS SPONSORED BY: Demos That Rock http://www.demosthatrock.com Neumann Sennheiser Microphones USA http://www.neumannusa.com http://en-us.sennheiser.com Throat Coat Tea http://www.traditionalmedicinals.com Entertainer's Secret http://www.entertainers-secret.com Najla's Bodygood Bars http://najlas.com/index.php/products/... Stacey J. Aswad http://www.staceyjaswad.com Voiceover T-Shirts, Hats, Jackets, and MORE! http://www.vobuzzweekly.com/store.html Have you ever wanted to be a voice actor? Maybe you’ve heard the voice from a movie trailer, TV commercial, video game, cartoon, celebrity impressions, internet or radio ad, and thought, “I want to do that!” Do you wonder what it takes to succeed in the voice over business? Or, are you a fan looking to finally put a "face to the voice" of the biggest and best celebrity voice artists? Well, your search is over! VO Buzz Weekly is the hit global voice over web show that's inspiring, educating and entertaining viewers in over 85 countries around the world. Every week, you get up close and personal with a top narrator, voice actor or actress from your favorite cartoons, animation, television promo, TV show, movies, audiobooks, movie trailer, TV commercials and video games, along with the top voice casting directors and agents working in the industry today. You’ll get the inside scoop on how voice artists work from home in their own home studio! Get tips for setting up your vocal booth and voice over equipment. Learn proper microphone technique and other critical skills to enhance your audio and find the right sound for your voice to nail voice over auditions and casting calls. Learn what to look for when seeking a voice coach, and peek behind the voice casting curtain to learn the secrets that improve every voice over audition and narration. VO Buzz Weekly is so much more than just “how to do voice over.” From voice coaching to home business advice, every episode is full of tips, inspiring personal stories and insights to help you succeed in the booming voice over industry, and in life. It’s comprehensive voice over training like you’ve never seen before. Whether you’ve been doing voiceover work for years, or are interested in voice acting, VO Buzz Weekly has something for you! Subscribe now and never miss an episode! VO Buzz Weekly primary focus points: How To Do Voice Over, Voice Over Training, Voice Over Classes, Voice Over Business, Voice Over Coach, Voice Over Lessons, Learn Voice Over, Voice Over Technique for Voice Actors.

Episode 336 Part 1 of 2 - Chuck Duran and Stacey J. Aswad are getting down and dirty with highly sought after agent, James Murray of powerhouse bi-coastal voiceover authority, Abrams Artists Agency. We're talking about "EVERYTHING VO AGENTS" including obtaining major market representation as well as answering all of your "agent" related questions. DO NOT miss this very cool and incredibly informative 2 part episode with our good friend, James Murray. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://goo.gl/fEKnBm Watch more videos and get the latest voiceover news, advice and updates on exclusive contests and giveaways at http://vobuzzweekly.com and make sure you join our newsletter. Past giveaways include: Coaching, Books, Studio Gear and even Agent Representation. #VOBuzzWeekly #VoiceOver #VoiceActingAdvice CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VOBuzzWeekly Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/VOBuzzWeekly Instagram: https://instagram.com/vobuzzweekly Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/vobuzzweekly/ VO BUZZ WEEKLY IS SPONSORED BY: Demos That Rock http://www.demosthatrock.com Neumann Sennheiser Microphones USA http://www.neumannusa.com http://en-us.sennheiser.com Throat Coat Tea http://www.traditionalmedicinals.com Entertainer's Secret http://www.entertainers-secret.com Najla's Bodygood Bars http://najlas.com/index.php/products/... Stacey J. Aswad http://www.staceyjaswad.com Voiceover T-Shirts, Hats, Jackets, and MORE! http://www.vobuzzweekly.com/store.html Have you ever wanted to be a voice actor? Maybe you’ve heard the voice from a movie trailer, TV commercial, video game, cartoon, celebrity impressions, internet or radio ad, and thought, “I want to do that!” Do you wonder what it takes to succeed in the voice over business? Or, are you a fan looking to finally put a "face to the voice" of the biggest and best celebrity voice artists? Well, your search is over! VO Buzz Weekly is the hit global voice over web show that's inspiring, educating and entertaining viewers in over 85 countries around the world. Every week, you get up close and personal with a top narrator, voice actor or actress from your favorite cartoons, animation, television promo, TV show, movies, audiobooks, movie trailer, TV commercials and video games, along with the top voice casting directors and agents working in the industry today. You’ll get the inside scoop on how voice artists work from home in their own home studio! Get tips for setting up your vocal booth and voice over equipment. Learn proper microphone technique and other critical skills to enhance your audio and find the right sound for your voice to nail voice over auditions and casting calls. Learn what to look for when seeking a voice coach, and peek behind the voice casting curtain to learn the secrets that improve every voice over audition and narration. VO Buzz Weekly is so much more than just “how to do voice over.” From voice coaching to home business advice, every episode is full of tips, inspiring personal stories and insights to help you succeed in the booming voice over industry, and in life. It’s comprehensive voice over training like you’ve never seen before. Whether you’ve been doing voiceover work for years, or are interested in voice acting, VO Buzz Weekly has something for you! Subscribe now and never miss an episode! VO Buzz Weekly primary focus points: How To Do Voice Over, Voice Over Training, Voice Over Classes, Voice Over Business, Voice Over Coach, Voice Over Lessons, Learn Voice Over, Voice Over Technique for Voice Actors. how to get an agent voice over agent

Abrams Artists Agency chairman Adam Bold discusses why his company signed the WGA code of conduct that allowed his employees to resume representing writers, his broader observations on the standoff, and why he decided to get into the talent agency business just over a year ago.

Abrams Artists Agency chairman Adam Bold discusses why his company signed the WGA code of conduct that allowed his employees to resume representing writers, his broader observations on the standoff, and why he decided to get into the talent agency business just over a year ago.

Max Grossman is an agent at Abrams Artists Agency, where he represents writers, composers, directors, and designers for theatre, opera, and television. He began his career in representation at ICM, and prior to moving to Abrams, was the Creative Executive at Scott Rudin Productions in charge of theatrical development. Prior to that, he worked closely with the head of new media and marketing at SCP Worldwide, Dave Checketts' sports and entertainment company. We haven’t had many agents on this podcast (just this one so far – who happens to represent me!), partly because some of the agents I asked couldn’t get permission from their higher-ups (which says a lot, don’t you think?). But when I asked Max, he was happy to sit down and talk about what an agent does as well as . . . How he finds new writers. That awkward but important moment when he has to tell a client he doesn’t love something the client wrote. The art of negotiating as an agent. Why some theater writers succeed in transitioning to film & TV and others don’t… and a tip or two for you if this is something YOU want to do. What he’d tell all Broadway Producers if he had them in a room at once. Once on This Island, Winner of the 2018 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, is the sweeping, universal tale of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl in search of her place in the world, and ready to risk it all for love. Check it out here: onceonthisisland.com Keep up with me: @KenDavenportBway www.theproducersperspective.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jax Daily Abrams Artists Agency Launches Digital Creator Network. Latest news about a new creator network that’s tackling new partnerships in the digital entertainment space. Also get tips on how to start building your own creative space using social media. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

HARRY ABRAMS is the founder and CEO of Abrams Artists Agency.  He started in the mailroom of MCA, working his way up to junior agent and finally agent.  He started Abrams-Rubaloff with Noel Rubaloff after MCA disbanded, and later Abrams, Harris, & Goldberg, before eventually founding what is now Abrams Artists Agency.  Initially working with television and radio hosts, Abrams grew his businesses to work with stage and film actors as well.  Over the years, Abrams has worked with Bob Barker, Gary Owens, Arte Johnson, Bob Eubanks, Wink Martindale, Jim Lang, Jaclyn Smith, Bob Crane, Chick Hearn, Jennifer Lopez, Katie Holmes, Liam Neeson, and Kerry Washington.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York's popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN's iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl's youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York’s popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN’s iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl’s youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York’s popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN’s iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl’s youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York’s popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN’s iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl’s youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York’s popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN’s iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl’s youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

Abiola Abrams interviews... If you want to be an influencer in media or the entertainment industry, be sure to catch this conversation. Maureen Aladin is the Creative Director and Executive Producer for TWELVE18 Media, Inc. The NY/LA based company is a full service production company specializing in creating broadcast, digital, and exclusive branded content, including social media consultation.  Maureen began her career as a writer penning a television segment for a Spike Lee special airing on BET. She later moved into producing by creating the popular online music sessions show the “MSpot.” The show, an indie version of AOL Sessions, expanded offline with a bimonthly live showcase at New York’s popular Bowery Poetry Club.    Maureen received recognition in CNN’s iReport Film Festival for producing and writing a commercial on the 2008 presidential election. Maureen served as Creative Director and Producer for the #1 Nielsen rated youth sports show Generation Nexxt (CBS4 / Fox Sun Sports), for which she received a Telly award. She also served as producer and writer for the Orange Bowl’s youth sports show “Inside the Orange Bowl YFA” on Fox (Sun Sports). Maureen co-created “Kindred,” an interactive web series which received recognition from a major online publication, and was nominated in the LA Web Fest (2010). She also produced and edited the annual corporate videos for the Council of Urban Professionals featuring Misty Copeland, Dick Parsons, Time Warner, and other major figures/corporations.  In support of the tragic earthquake that devastated Haiti, Maureen produced the music video "Better," featuring Grammy award winners Wyclef and Melky Jean. The song was the official single off the Care for Haiti charity album and debuted on BET (106 & Park) & MTV.com. Maureen took the lead in landing the video on VEVO, where it reached over 1.4 million views. Maureen was one of the original hosts for the online news hub Buzz60.com. She wrote, produced and edited entertainment and topical news stories. Her videos garnered the start-up the most views. With over 3 million plus views, her videos appeared on AOL, the Huffington Post, Daily Motion and other popular websites.  Maureen wrote and produced commercials for the National Park Service featuring famed actor Delroy Lindo (Gone in 60 Seconds, Malcolm X) and Tony award winner LaChanze (The Help, Color Purple).  Maureen is the creator and host of the digital show “Celebrity Sound Off” which she describes as “twitter rants in video.” It is a platform for celebrities to debunk rumors.  As Executive Producer of the hilarious online reality cooking show “Comida Caliente,” Maureen raised over $10k via the crowd funding site Kickstarter. The web series was recently picked up by Abrams Artists Agency and is slated to go to broadcast in 2014.   A graduate of the University of SUNY Stony Brook, Maureen holds a BA in Political Science and a Masters in Computer Science from New York Institute of Technology.   TWELVE18 Media is set to change the landscape of television by developing meaningful yet entertaining projects and content. With careful selection of talent, audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see a variety of personalities that will positively impact our generation, through entertainment.

the Forum welcomes Kenan Minkoff from The King’s College to the broadcast to discuss theatre in general and as a discipline in higher education. Mr. Minkoff received a BFA in Acting from the North Carolina School of the Arts, School of Drama, under the direction of former New York Shakespeare Festival Artistic Director Gerald Freedman and was a professional actor in New York before he moved into talent management, producing, and creative development, working for companies such as Abrams Artists Agency, 3 Arts Entertainment, and Clear Channel Theatrical Entertainment.

the Forum welcomes Kenan Minkoff from The King’s College to the broadcast to discuss theatre in general and as a discipline in higher education. Mr. Minkoff received a BFA in Acting from the North Carolina School of the Arts, School of Drama, under the direction of former New York Shakespeare Festival Artistic Director Gerald Freedman and was a professional actor in New York before he moved into talent management, producing, and creative development, working for companies such as Abrams Artists Agency, 3 Arts Entertainment, and Clear Channel Theatrical Entertainment.