Thank You, Places Podcast

Living and working in Chicago, multi-hyphenate artist Austin Ryan Hunt has had his fair share of professional highs and mental wellness struggles. From the unknowns of the pandemic to the "big break" casting moments, Austin and Emily explore how to maintain tenacity and joy in an art form that can often be fickle. Emily and Austin discuss actor training, finding the play in the profession (and outside of it), and wrestle with the question, "Is this all community theatre?". Austin discusses...

Chelsea Wilson is a Broadway voice teacher who has taken social media by storm. She has served as a vocal coach on Broadway in shows like School of Rock and Phantom of the Opera. Her students have gone on to be Elphaba on Broadway just to name on big one- She is a force of wisdom and sits down with Emily to talk about how to learn to love what you do, self attuning, and how those who are most successful in the industry will champion you instead of tear you down. Chelsea and Emily discuss...

Annelise Kitching is a NYC-based actor, singer and voice over artist. Annelise joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss the benefit of being deeply honest with yourself and others. Annelise and Emily discuss the new normal of influencers vs. actors in the commercial world and coming to terms with the social media shift in the business. And she gives listeners some tips for moving from theatre acting into film acting. Annelise shares her structures for success as an actor living in...

Hayden Gray is a Dallas-based podcaster, business owner, director & actor. Hayden joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss the musical theatre industry, being sad in NYC and creating your own podcast. Hayden and Emily explore motivation, imposter syndrome and the importance of self-trust. Hayden provides insight into how to find success as a creative that is authentic to you. @your_authentic_voice @podcasting.for.visionaries @haydenandsons Bingley is not for sale.

Lauren Urso is a Dallas-based actor, voice teacher and mental health activist. Lauren joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss the prestigious MT program to NYC pipeline, sustainability in the musical theatre industry, & being in charge of your own success. Lauren and Emily explore what shifted in their careers when they got out of the “survival mode” of being an actor. Lauren shares why she decided to leave NYC and what it means to prioritize...

Stefani Paige is a Nashville-based actor, producer & mother. Stefani joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss inner child vs inner adult desires, why it is okay to want attention, &navigating motherhood with artistry. Stefani and Emily explore what it means to “be seen” as an artist in big ways and small. Stefani shares how she created her own peaceful landing place through craigslist. Yes, you read that right. @stefani.page

Thank You, Places host and creator Emily P. Faith discusses the fallacy with the old saying "you have to pay your dues"- especially when your 30. She breaks down sweeping floors & getting coffee- AND why you can stop. Emily shares her perspective on the idea of "emerging artists" and how that title limits how others see you and more importantly, how you see yourself. @thankyouplacespodcast

Avery-Jai Andrews is a DFW-based artistic director, dancer and art-maker. Avery-Jai joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss being a resource for younger artists, leadership and the boundaries that come with both. Avery-Jai and Emily share a love for the Artists Way and Julia Cameron, and a complicated relationship with nonprofit performance organizations. Avery-Jai shares her perspective on unconditional love and how it impacts her artistry. Insta: @aveand @agoraartistsdtx...

Jacob Heinz is a Nashville-based theatre producer, director and writer. Jacob joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss the need for recognition, the fear of failure (and success), and the pressure to be perfect. Jacob and Emily explore their personal histories at religious-based university theatre programs. Jacob shares about the importance of taking breaks and how to get started writing your own musical. Insta:@Kingandheinz TikTok: @tenyearmusical

Cara Rose DiPietro is an actor, singer, dancer and TikTok star with over 43k followers - and I am her biggest fan. Cara joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss the importance of trusting the process, why it’s important to ask for what you want, and the limitations of accessibility in musical theatre. Cara and Emily explore the idea of being the person you wish you had in your journey, and living a well-rounded life while still being an artist. Cara shares about eating disorders, loss...

Susie Schutt is a theatre director, drama therapist and intimacy director. Susie joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss why you need an intimacy director (and why not what you think it is), the idea that a career is something you look back on, and the illusions of working in a professional theatre. Susie and Emily explore resistance to trigger warnings and the importance of trauma-informed rehearsal spaces. Susie shares about the surprising and painful parts of her two-decades long...

Colby Calhoun is an actor, dancer, and producer. Colby joins the Thank You, Places Podcast to discuss what true artistic collaboration looks like, being a leader and learning to love yourself. Colby and Emily talk about how to overcome back-lash, how to acknowledge when you're getting in your own way, and why being famous is no longer the goal. www.verygooddt.com IG- @verygooddt, @corncobcalhoun

Why would you want to listen to a sad, uninspired artist/therapist talk to other artists? Maybe because you find yourself in a similar place of identity loss. Maybe you are on the hunt for your "spark". Maybe you're my mom. This is my attempt at re-connecting with my artist self and offer my support (and occasional expertise) to those who join me. This is your call for places.