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Rick McVey, the jack of all trades, talks about writing, directing, acting, editing and producing his own films. If you ever feel like you can’t do everything you want to do in life, take a listen. I hope you find encouragement and a few tips that can start you on your own journey.

There are many ways to advertise yourself and in this podcast, I'm jumping outside of the box to give you a little bit more to think about. It’s about knowing yourself, knowing what you want, getting out there and researching your craft because at the end of the day, it's your name and face that people will see.

Comedy. What is it? What makes a crowd roar with laughter? How do you time it just right so that they never see the punch line coming? Nick Piper, Resident Actor and Associate Director at Barter Theatre, sits down and tells me his thoughts on how to make comedy work as both a director and an actor. I hope this one makes you laugh and puts a smile on your face. Enjoy the journey!

As actors, we use our voices every day. We get a cold, we lose our voices for a while and it comes back. We have a fun night at the bar with friends and our voice hurts in the morning. That all heals and goes away. But what if you wake up one day and you feel and hear something different in your voice that doesn’t get better? What do you do? Where do you go and who do you talk to? I hope this episode helps you answer some of those questions and lets you know that LIFE IS NOT OVER!

As an actor, sometimes we don't give enough credit to the writer! With all the hard work they put into writing draft after draft so that they can have a piece that tells an amazing story about life, creation and Fantasy. Where would we be with out them?

Here is a chance for you to get to know me a little better as I give you an update on where I’m at in my career and life, along with some helpful advice.

“Remember that you are a human being with a soul and the divine gift of articulate speech: that your native language is the language of Shakespeare and Milton and The Bible; and don’t sit there crooning like a bilious pigeon.” - Pygmalion

John Hardy, a man of many talents, speaks to me about challenging yourself and running into your fears, no matter what they may be. I am reminded that putting one foot in front of the other can lead you to a world of possibilities. When juggling skills, the one you’re meant to focus on will continue to linger until you follow through. Fact: you CAN do it all, it just takes time.

Katy Brown is a woman who wears many hats. She is the Associate Artistic Director and Assistant Casting Director for the Barter Theatre, as well as the Artistic Director of the Barter Players. Want to get to know her better and acquire some skills that will help you with auditioning, directing, and more? Get ready to be 10 times smarter than you were before and listen to this episode to find out how you can learn from and avoid the wrath of ‘The Velvet Hammer’.

Going back to the beginning and starting from the basics is never a bad thing to do. Do not put so much judgment on yourself, take chances and make mistakes. It’s what makes for a good actor and a happier life. This is what I learned from my mentor who is an actress/director. Take a listen and take whatever you need from it and KEEP MOVING ON!!!

We may never know why certain people come into our lives, but we can't waste time trying to figure it out. On my journey, I am starting to learn that I have to put myself out there, no matter how naked I feel. There was something I was supposed to learn from Lady J, aka Jesaira Glover, and the only way I was going to find out what it was, was by sitting down and asking a few questions. Through her stories and knowledge of life, I was starting to understand how to deal with some of my own...

In my attempt to write blogs (which didn't quite work out the way I planned them to), I have come across a more fun, creative and challenging way to express myself. I've always felt like I've had something to say, but I've never thought my voice is important enough to be heard. Now, I am opening up my mouth and yelling from my mountaintop. I finally have something to say, and it all comes out in the form of questions I ask about performing, happiness and success in life. My journey begins...