Missing The Shift

In this engaging conversation, Michael shares his extensive career in acting, theater, and film, discussing the challenges and joys of transitioning between different mediums. He reflects on his experiences in soap operas, the Cannes Film Festival, and the rise of vertical films. Michael offers valuable advice for aspiring actors, emphasizing the importance of education, perseverance, and embracin...

In this powerful episode, Chernoney "Ed" Stephenson opens up about his journey from homelessness to hard-won success—and the day that changed everything when he witnessed a devastating plane crash. Ed shares how hitting rock bottom forced him to confront his past, how that traumatic moment in the sky shook his world, and how choosing to put God first became the foundation that rebuilt his life. We...

In this inspiring episode, Wayne sits down with filmmaker Richard Rossi and actress Kelly Tabor to explore the heart-warming journey behind their award-winning feature film Lucy and the Lake Monster; a story of courage, belief, and the magic that lives within all of us.  Based on the acclaimed novel by Rossi and bestselling author Kelly Tabor, the film follows young Lucy, a girl driven by hope and...

One man. One dream. Twenty years later — the spotlight calls again. In this exclusive one-episode feature, actor Kennan Michaels opens up about his early adventures in Hollywood, the decision to walk away from acting for over two decades to raise his family, and the unexpected joy of stepping back into the spotlight. With humor, heart, and a touch of nostalgia, Kennan reflects on what fame meant t...

From the racetrack to the bookshelf, Ryanne Siddiq—former race car driver turned best-selling children’s author—shares how illness forced her to downshift and rediscover her purpose. In this inspiring episode, she joins host Wayne D. Burdette Jr. to talk reinvention, resilience, and the power of turning life’s unexpected detours into a new lane of success. Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Are you a woman struggling to lose weight? Struggling with self-trust and self-love? Join us for a powerful conversation on Missing the Shift as host Wayne D. Burdette Jr. sits down with Leslie Urbas, a Registered Dietitian, Personal Trainer, and Nervous System Expert with over 15 years of experience helping women break free from generational cycles of shame, guilt, and people-pleasing.  A former...

In this inspiring episode of Missing the Shift, host Wayne D. Burdette Jr. sits down with retired Army Major turned award-winning filmmaker Mark Williams of Veteran-Owned Production Company MAWilliams Films.   From years of military service and leadership under pressure to finding a new mission behind the camera, he shares his remarkable journey of discipline, resilience, and creative transformati...

Today, I’m joined by my good friend Tanya Price — an award-winning international film producer, actress, and model who’s redefining what it means to lead with purpose and passion. From founding Queen Tutt Productions to serving as Delta State Girl Child Ambassador in Nigeria , Tanya has built a global career that blends creativity, advocacy, and adventure — with her passport always ready. Tune in...

In this episode, from the Moonless Media & Entertainment Podcast Studios, Wayne discusses the upcoming season and what listeners can expect with a new episode coming each Thursday.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/support . This episode was recorded from the Moonless Media & Entertainment Podcast Studio and is a Moonless Medi...

Actress Alexis Baca talks about the passion she has for acting and how she has maintained that love for acting for so many years having started at the age of 5. Alexis also discusses being happy and doing what you love in life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/support . This episode was recorded from the Moonless Media & Entertainm...

Listen to Chaplain Donnie Floyd of Motor Racing Outreach that works for Hendriick Motorsports talk about the importance of Faith especially how we can adapt it to the workplace. Donnie talks about how it takes more than just one to spread the word of God and how he also helps the work force with their mental health and thus they are more productive in life and at work. Become a supporter of this p...

Listen to Shane Griffin discuss his journey to the majors only before "Missing the Shift" and how he overcame it to be a successful business owner and the voice of the South Carolina Stingrays and owner of SHane Griffin Entertainment. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/support . This episode was recorded from the Moonless Media & Ent...

Actress Nicole Butler discusses how important giving back to the community is and how it helped her in her acting career. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/support . This episode was recorded from the Moonless Media & Entertainment Podcast Studio and is a Moonless Media & Entertainment Podcast Production. 

Listen to Wayne do his mid-season follow up on events that have been going on since the first episode and more. Wayne also talks very candily and open about the death of his dad and how it affected him emotionally & physically and how it overcame it all. This is one you will not want to miss. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/suppor...

Listen to Scottie and Jennifer discuss how they built successful businesses and how important self-care is along with having a mentor. As well, the mistakes that they made along the journey and how they overcame them and the advise they give all that are trying to be successful in business and importance of a healthy home life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m...

This week on Missing the Shift, Wayne speaks to Abdallah Al-Obaidi, Refugee & Medical Student about: Being a Refugee Difficulties in starting over Importance of a mentor & paying it forward Links mentioned in the episode:https://linktr.ee/aalobaidi World Refugee Day: Emory grad’s refugee story began with finding his voice (ajc.com) Finding my voice: My journey from refugee to medical stude...

This week on Missing the Shift, Wayne speaks to Alexysa Flora, Filmmaker, Director, & Producer about: Women Filmmakers Importance of Mentors Alignment Links mentioned in the episode:http://www.alexsiyaflora.comhttp://www.instagram.com/alexsiyaflorahttp://www.facebook.com/alexsiyafloraofficial Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-the-shift--5786618/suppor...

This week on Missing the Shift, Wayne speaks to Angela Bradford, Senior Marketing Director at World Financial Group, about: Making a Change in Life Having Support Growing a team Links mentioned in the episode:https://www.instagram.com/realangelabradford/https://www.facebook.com/realangelabradfordOr you can reach out to info@missingtheshift.com and put Angela Bradford in Subject Line. Become a supp...

This week on Missing The Shift, Wayne speaks to Taylor Hart, best selling author about: Becoming a Best Selling Author Support of Family & Faith Family/Work Balance Links mentioned in the episode:  www.taylorhartbooks.com https://www.facebook.com/taylorfaithhart https://www.amazon.com/stores/Taylor-Hart/author/B00IC3YC0Q?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPor...

This week on Missing the Shift, Wayne speaks to Spencer Folmar, Owner, American Talent Management & Hard Faith Productions, Producer & Talent Manager about: Pandemic Fallout on his Theatre Company Hard Faith Making it in the Entertainment Industry when reviews are bad Links mentioned in the episode:www. spencerfolmar.comhttps://https://www.theamericantalent.com/https://www.hardfaith.com/ ...

On this week's episode of Missing The Shift, Wayne Burdette tells his story of how he missed a lot of shifts in his life, causing him to lose money, time, and relationships. He is joined by Melissa LeEllen and Jesse Biondi of the Reimagine Success Podcast as they interview him for his premier episode. Links discussed in this episode:https://facebook.com/missingtheshifthttps://instagram.com/missing...