This week’s episode features stand-up comedian Amanda Sedaka, opening a new series focused on the world of comedy and the people behind it.

Here’s what we talked about in this episode:

• How Amanda realized she had the humor to pursue comedy

• Getting started in the world of stand-up comedy

• Using humor to process and talk about serious health experiences

• Turning personal challenges into material on stage

• Navigating major medical issues at a young age

• Growing up in a showbiz family and how it shaped her stage presence

This episode offers a thoughtful and humorous look at how life experiences, resilience, and background influence a comedian’s voice and approach to stand-up.

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https://www.youtube.com/@amandasedaka

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This week’s episode features country singer Olivia Harms, whose journey blends deep family roots, life on the ranch, and a lifelong connection to music. From growing up on a farm in Oregon that has been in her family for generations to living on a cattle ranch in California, Olivia’s experiences have played a major role in shaping her sound and storytelling.

What we talked about in this episode:

• Growing up on a multi-generation farm and how it influences her music

• Being on stage from birth and what that has meant for her as a performer

• The impact of her mother’s career in country music

• How songwriting and performance have evolved over time

• Her experience competing on CBS’ The Road

• What life on the road really looks like for a performing artist

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This week’s episode features Tori Peyton, a mental health advocate who uses social media as a space for honesty, encouragement, and connection.

This is what we talked about in this episode:

• Using social media as a platform for mental health advocacy

• Turning personal experiences into messages that help others

• How mental health content and online influence intersect

• Dealing with criticism and negativity in online spaces

• Finding inspiration for posts rooted in real-life struggles

• Creating safe, supportive spaces for open conversation

This conversation highlights the realities of sharing mental health content online and the impact of using influence with intention, empathy, and purpose.

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This week, the podcast features rising country artist Ry Rivers, joining the conversation from Florida with a sound that brings a fresh take to modern country music. His work stands out for its smooth delivery and creative depth, whether through reimagined covers or original songs that highlight his voice as both a performer and a creator.

This is what we talked about in this episode:

• How Ry Rivers got his start in music • Discovering an artist’s voice through covers and original work • Why reworking a familiar song can reveal musical identity • The songwriting process behind his original music • How he approaches performance and audience connection • His journey as an emerging artist on an upward trajectory

This episode offers a closer look at Ry Rivers’ creative journey and the artistry behind his music, highlighting a talent steadily making his mark in today’s country scene.

This week we welcome Albert Bramante, a seasoned entertainment professional, college professor, and acting coach who has spent decades helping actors navigate one of the toughest industries out there.

Here are we talked about in this episode:

• What it really takes to coach and prepare actors for a challenging profession • The reality of facing endless auditions and constant rejection • Staying ready even when opportunities feel far away • How actors push through day-to-day life while keeping their passion alive • Why discouragement is normal and how to move past it • The value of building momentum in your craft and career • How mindset shapes success not only in acting but in any part of life

Albert’s insight shows that staying positive, building momentum, and refusing to give up are universal lessons that go far beyond the acting world.

This week we welcome Chris Erasmus, an up-and-coming country artist with a story unlike any other. Originally from Zimbabwe, Chris brings a fresh perspective to a genre rooted in American tradition.

This is what we talked about in this episode:

• Growing up in Zimbabwe and discovering music early on
• Entering the world of country from outside the U.S.
• His background in musical theatre and performing on major stages
• How classical training influences his songwriting and sound
• The experience of moving to the U.S. and working on ranches
• The growing country music scene in Africa
• Reflections on artists like Keith Urban and what global country music looks like today

Chris’s story is proof that country music isn’t just an American sound but a universal language for storytelling and heart.

A spooky collection of exciting stories with Dr. Kristy Sumner, founder of Soul Sisters Paranormal and co-owner of the Historic Scott County Jail and Museum. Blending her passion for history with the intrigue of the paranormal, Dr. Sumner shares stories that bring haunted heritage to life.

In this episode, they discuss:

• The fascinating history and eerie stories of the Historic Scott County Jail
• How the castle-like jail became a hub for paranormal tourism
• Creepy encounters and unexplained events inside the jail
• Dr. Sumner’s journey from academia and biometric security to paranormal investigations
• The role of haunted tourism in promoting historic preservation
• Insights into the broader world of paranormal investigations
• Dr. Sumner’s experience dabbling in podcasting herself
• Why small-town landmarks like the Scott County Jail are worth exploring

Dive into a conversation that blends ghost stories, history, and preservation, offering a unique perspective on how the past can live on through paranormal tourism.

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Check out the Historic Scott County Jail here; https://www.historicscottcojail.com/

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This week we welcome Stacey Marie Keba, an actress who has found her niche in the booming world of vertical films, those dramatic and twist-filled shorts made for TikTok and Instagram. While she often plays the villain on screen, Stacey is thoughtful, kind, and full of insight when it comes to her craft.

In our conversation, she opens up about her journey from traditional film to the rise of vertical storytelling, what it is like to embody the “bad guy,” and how those roles shape both her career and audience perception. Here are other things we had talked about:

• Her international film experience
• Finding her place in the world of vertical films
• Being cast as the villain and embracing the challenge
• Moving from short-form media to larger film projects
• Writing a book adaptation inspired by a vertical film
• Reflections on the future of vertical storytelling and acting

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Check out Stacey’s links here: https://biobar.link/staceymariekeba

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