Backstage with THE8

In this engaging episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting and moderation. Jenny, Marty, and Yasmine reveal personal anecdotes and fun facts, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond the stage. Listeners will enjoy candid conversations as the hosts describe their personalities in three words, share childhood dreams, and recount their most challengin...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting, on-camera presenting, and corporate moderating. Join Emily, Matt, and Tana, as they share insights into what makes a great event, how to engage audiences, and how to handle unexpected mishaps. Through a series of candid conversations, we get to know Tania, Matt and Emily beyond the stage, exploring th...

In this episode of Backstage with THE8, we delve into the intricate world of professional event moderation. Our hosts, Yasmine, Jenny, and Matt, share insights into the roles and responsibilities that make an event successful. We explore the key players in event production, from clients and tech teams to creative directors and makeup artists, and discuss how these roles intertwine and sometimes ov...

In this engaging episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of event hosting and the critical role that attire plays in making a lasting impression. Our host, Jennifer, is joined by Yasmin, Tanya, and Emily, who share their personal experiences and insights on choosing the right outfit for various events, from conferences to galas. They discuss the challenges of avoiding fashion fau...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of professional event hosting and moderation. Our moderators Emily, Matt, and Yasmine, share their insights and the challenges that can arise during interviews. The discussion highlights the excitement of connecting with an audience and the rewarding nature of conducting interviews, especially when guests open up and share their sto...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the art of moderating panel discussions with Emily, Marty, and Matt. We share insights into what makes a panel discussion successful, how to engage both panelists and the audience, and the importance of preparation. We discuss the challenges of creating a genuine conversation rather than a series of rehearsed answers, emphasizing the need for...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of business events and explore how to transform them from mundane to memorable. Our diverse panel of seasoned event moderators, including Jenny, Marty, and Yasmine, share their insights on what makes a great event. They discuss the importance of interaction, humor, and curiosity in engaging an audience, and how these elements can pr...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting, on-camera presenting, and corporate moderating. In this episode, Yasmine, Tania, and Matt, discuss the importance of rehearsals, the potential pitfalls of over-rehearsing, and the unique challenges of panel discussions. Our hosts share personal anecdotes and insights into how they prepare for events,...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the critical role of timing in event management with hosts Emily, Matt, and Jenny. Our hosts share insights on why timing is crucial for maintaining the energy and flow of an event. They discuss the challenges of keeping events on schedule, the impact of speakers who overrun their time, and the importance of planning for unexpected delays. Th...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the art of communication, a crucial element that can make or break any event or workplace. Our host, Jennifer, is joined by Emily, Matt, who share their insights and experiences as professional event moderators. They discuss the nuances of effective communication, the importance of clarity, and the role of rhetoric in engaging an audience. Th...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of event hosting and moderation, exploring the intricacies of handling inquiries. Our diverse panel of seasoned professionals, including Matt, Emily, and Marty, share their insights on what makes a great event and how to effectively engage an audience. We discuss the challenges of the inquiry process, highlighting the importance of...

In this engaging episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of event moderation and the importance of establishing industry standards. Join Marty, Emily, and Matt as they explore what makes a great event, how to engage audiences, and the challenges faced by moderators.  Emily and Matt share their insights on the discrepancies in standards across different events and the impact...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the intricate world of event hosting and moderation. Join Yasmin, Emily, and Marty as they discuss the importance of briefings in ensuring a successful event, with insights into what makes a good briefing, the preferred methods of communication, and the challenges of dealing with insufficient information. The team shares personal anecdotes an...

In this episode of Backstage with THE8, we dive into the intriguing world of event moderation, exploring the roles and responsibilities of professional moderators versus internal company moderators. Our host, Matt, is joined by Yasmine and Tania, to discuss the common dilemma faced by event organizers: whether to hire a professional moderator or opt for an internal employee like "Steve from accoun...

In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting, on-camera presenting, and corporate moderating. Join Emily, Jenny, and Marty as they discuss the role of event moderators, exploring whether they are merely glorified announcers or essential contributors to the success of an event. We share personal anecdotes and professional tips on engaging audience...

"Backstage with THE8" is back! Spring is finally here and so is our freshly rebooted podcast. In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of corporate event moderation with Tania, Emily, and Marty.  We discuss the essential skills and traits needed to excel in this field, the importance of staying calm and curious, sharing personal anecdotes and tips on managing stage fr...