Authenticated

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of "Authenticated," Kate sits opposite Rob Neill, a thirty-year Neo-Futurist who's made creative adaptation and the always possibility of failure into a life philosophy. As the universe would have it, they leverage a delightfully chaotic soundtrack of hallway construction—because of course there was unplanned New York City construction—into rea...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of Authenticate, Kate McLeod invites on Brandon Collins, a wearer of many hats—comedian, producer, writer, cultural critic—but the thread running through all of it is his ability to keep building, even when the blueprint falls apart. In this episode, they get into what it means to shape a creative identity without permission, what success feels like when imp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod sits down with award-winning casting director, producer, and writer Erica Hart for a vibrant, resonant conversation about presence, purpose, and the rhythm of creative expression. Together, they trace Erica’s path—from casting student films at NYU to shaping major projects in TV, film, and now Broadway. Through candid reflection, Eric...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod sits down with Dave Byer for an expansive, deeply human conversation about creativity, change, and the quiet strength of choosing to do things differently. As Dave reflects on the past year, he traces a personal shift—out of a limiting mindset and into a fuller, more aligned version of himself. Through candid storytelling, he shares h...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod and Curtis Dunn continue their collaborative personal practice of pushing back on one another’s perceptions of present thinking; the practice they use between one another to leverage the other side of their perspectives and opinions, for further information to illuminate, support or pivot their present thinking. Kate and Curtis are op...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of "Authenticated," Kate is joined by her creative touchstone, unpaid life coach, and dear friend Curtis J. Dunn. They leverage their different perspectives to understand and challenge each other on topics of present mindsets, the value of deep understanding, and the comedy of thinking deeply. Kate and Curtis tinker in their reflections on meeting a...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of Authenticated , host Kate McLeod retraces the steps of guest Megan Timpane in her full-circle moment with the revival of her one-woman show Lymphomaniac, ten years after its debut. Kate's biggest curiosity for Megan revolves around how a show about her life has evolved over ten years and how she has evolved alongside it. Megan sheds light on her tran...

Send us Fan Mail In her first solo episode of 'Authenticated,' host Kate McLeod unabashedly shares her fascination with the creative mind and the concept of  the creative conscious™. Leading by example, she discusses her personal journey of self-discovery and evolution, her various entrepreneurial ventures, and the challenges of balancing multiple projects. Kate emphasizes the importance...

Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of Authenticated , host Kate McLeod and guest Sibel Damar workshop perspectives on the personal nature of the fourth wall in performance. On a larger scale, they specifically analyze Sibel's relationship with her online audience both before and after the production of her viral comedy videos. Zooming in, Kate asks Sibel which parts of her characters are...

Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod trials bigger perspectives on pivoting and adapting in conversation with Kayla Jury. They outline tools to shift the perspective on these themes, like: abandoning "should," allowing the definition to be relative to the definer, making room for yourself where you need it, endurance, etc. all while offering personal expe...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of Authenticated, Kate meets up with Director and “Theatre Maker” Melissa Crespo. Their thoughtful conversation surveys the nuances of passion and creativity, specifically through the lens of boundaries within them for purposes of preservation. After two professional projects together, Kate and Melissa get personal with how they arrive to their diverse creat...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of Authenticated , Kate is joined by Whitney Uland to have a dynamic and candid conversation about the practice of creating evidence and measuring backward to support your own thinking. The two creatively navigate their thought processes, expanding and building upon them in real time. They share their strong connection between their confidence in their indiv...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , host Kate McLeod, in collaboration with JxJury, explores the importance of balancing steadfast artistic vision with the willingness to learn, expand and grow with others. They discuss how authenticity plays a key role in this process and the essential synergy needed in creative collaborations. One of the most stunning perspectives offered in this...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod discusses her fascination with the creative mind in company with her guest, Kayla Jury, a curriculum consultant and coach. The conversation delves into Kayla's journey from education to coaching, her perspective on life as a science experiment, and the importance of integrating past experiences into present growth. Themes of forg...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , host Kate McLeod engages in a deep conversation with actor, director and educator James Joseph O'Neil. They discuss the psychology behind the creative mind, the importance of understanding oneself, and how self-awareness can be reflective and infectious to others. O'Neil shares his career journey, spanning television and theater, his te...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Authenticated,' host Kate McLeod engages in a deep conversation with actor Jason Veasey, discussing his unique journey of embrace and care with his voice, both speaking and singing, and his experiences on Broadway and in television. They delve into Jason's earliest reckoning with his 'stardust,' relationship with his younger selves, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated, Kate McLeod engages deeply in conversation with Andrea Syglowski, an actor who has worked with nearly every foundational contemporary playwright in New York City. Their talk encompasses Andrea's journeyed kept themes of maintaining un-controlled creativity and vulnerability, within the shared human experience through her art. The conversation...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated , host Kate McLeod engages in a dynamic and thought-provoking conversation with Regina Strayhorn, a multifaceted creative known for her work as a writer, casting professional, and musician. They discuss the intricacies of the creative process, the importance of authenticity, and the interplay between different forms of artistic expression. Regina s...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Authenticated, Kate McLeod interviews Vincent Hooper, engages in an in-depth conversation with Vincent Hooper, who is currently starring as Simba in Broadway's The Lion King. They discuss themes of self-awareness, authenticity, and the impact of creative consciousness through the lens of synonymous personal and professional growth. Vincent shares insights o...

Send us Fan Mail In the introductory episode of Authenticated , Kate McLeod, a self-proclaimed creative entrepreneur, discusses her passion for exploring the creative mind and the importance of authenticity. She introduces her podcast series which aims to amplify a diverse array of artists, entrepreneurs and creative thinkers. Kate illuminates her path from acting, to writing, to founding 6’2 Prod...