Electric Secrets Variety Podcast

We Welcome Wonderful Children's Author, Bracha Goetz! Welcome to BizVox on the Electric Secrets Variety Podcast, where veteran actor-director Scott Leon Smith steps off the stage and straight into the world of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits to build knowledge, spur productivity, and share a few laughs along the way. In this larger-than-life episode, Scott welcomes Bracha Goetz, pr...

Oberon, Titania & Puck Unleashed: Fairy Kingdom Chaos! Welcome back to  Rustic Shakespeare on the Electric Secrets Variety Podcast , where veteran actor-director Scott Leosn Smith steps off the stage and straight into the rehearsal room to share the craft, the comedy, and the pure theatrical joy of bringing the Bard's wildest dreams to life. In this larger-than-life continuation of his Midsummer r...

Step into the gloriously unhinged world of The Albatross Cafe! The rare, riotous segment that drops like a surprise comedy bomb every eight years or so (subscribe and thank your lucky stars when it finally hits your feed!). Hosted by the ever-watchful Marty Merman from the fictional greasy spoon in Schleboygan, New Jersey, this episode is a wild ride through absurd people-watching, influencer roas...

Discover the inspiring legacy of a 65+ year mission transforming lives through meaningful employment In this eye-opening episode of  BizVox on the Electric Secrets Variety Podcast , host Scott Leon Smith sits down with Angela Calzone, President and CEO of Inroads to Opportunities. Since 1959, this remarkable nonprofit in Union County, New Jersey, has been breaking barriers and creating pathways to...

Dive into this electrifying episode of  The Unforgettable Voice! Host Scott Leon Smith sits down with powerhouse singer-songwriter Glenda Benevides as she breathes fresh, feminine fire into the legendary gospel warning track "God's Gonna Cut You Down" the classic made iconic by Johnny Cash and covered by everyone from Marilyn Manson to Odetta. Here are just a few soul-stirring highlights: A bold i...

Unlock the Secrets of Living Your Role Stop "acting" cold, tired, heartbroken, or furious. Start feeling it so deeply the audience forgets they're watching a play. In this insightful new episode of Dedicated to the Craft, host Scott Leon Smith pulls back the curtain on two powerhouse tools every actor needs : Sense Memory** and Emotion Memory. No stuffy theory... just practical techniques you can...

The Persistent Entrepreneur: Kelvin Abrams Shares Hard-Earned Wisdom on BizVox Get ready for an insightful episode of BizVox , a dynamic segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast by MonsterVox Productions! In "The Entrepreneur's Playbook," self-described 'serial entrepreneur' Kelvin Abrams pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in the wild world of business ownership. With...

Dive into Shakespeare's Enchanted Playground: Directing A Midsummer Night's Dream Unlocking the Magic of Modern Shakespeare Join host Scott Leon Smith on Rustic Shakespeare, the Bard-loving segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, as he spills the beans on directing a fresh, inclusive take on A Midsummer Night's Dream . Forget dusty old interpretations. Scott turns the spotlight on empower...

Swing for the Fences with The Albatross Cafe: Where Winners, Wonders, and Weird Rules Collide! Dive into the chaotic charm of The Albatross Cafe , the heart-pounding segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast that's equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and downright bizarre. Hosted by the irrepressible Marty Merman (still kicking despite those shingles!), this episode packs a punch with tales of...

Unfiltered Artistic Inspiration at Bucyrus Tap House Join host Scott Leon Smith and marketing guru Abbey Kanellakis in this lively episode of Struck to the Soul , a segment of the Electric Secrets Variety Podcast , recorded live at the Bucyrus Tap House in Bucyrus, Ohio. This episode dives into the fleeting, powerful moments in film that ignite creativity and linger in the soul, shaping artists an...

Get ready to crank up the volume and feel the soul-shaking, microphone-melting energy of two legendary vocalists in the latest episode of The Unforgettable Voice , a segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast! Hosted by the ever-charismatic Scott Leon Smith and featuring vocal expert Lori Turner, this episode dives headfirst into the raw, unfiltered power of Janis Joplin and Tina Turner. Reco...

Master Your Circumstances! In this episode of  Dedicated to the Craft , a segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast by MonsterVox Productions, host Scott Leon Smith dives deeper into the art of scene work. This episode builds on previous discussions by introducing the concept of working within given circumstances, using a scene called The Waiting Room to illustrate how actors can apply tacti...

Empowering Communities With United Way of North Central Ohio Join host Scott Leon Smith on BizVox , part of the Electric Secrets variety podcast , as he dives into the world of philanthropy with Amber Wertman, CEO of the United Way of North Central Ohio. In this engaging episode, Scott and Amber discuss the United Way's 2024-25 annual campaign, which successfully raised $1.2 million to fund over 6...

Ryan Carver's "Gold Standard" Branding Sets Him Apart in the Service Industry In this engaging episode of BizVox , a segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, host Scott Smith sits down with 18-year-old entrepreneur Ryan Carver in a bustling local coffee shop. Recorded just before Ryan's high school graduation in May, the interview dives into his thriving lawn care and landscaping business,...

Gen X Mom: The Unforgettable Voice of Julie Kavner 🎙️ Dive into the iconic world of  The Simpsons with the latest episode of The  Unforgettable Voice , a segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, produced by MonsterVox Productions ! This week, host Scott Leon Smith celebrates the legendary voice acting of Julie Kavner, the voice behind Marge Simpson, in an episode titled "Gen X Mom: The Unf...

Dive into Rustic Shakespeare on the Electric Secrets variety podcast from MonsterVox Productions, where host Scott Smith unpacks Lord Capulet's emotional rollercoaster in Romeo and Juliet . In this episode, "Papa Cap Prep Part 2: The Long Emotional Slog," Scott continues his deep dive into Act 3, Scene 5, focusing on Capulet's explosive tirade as he confronts Juliet's refusal to marry Paris. With...

SPECIAL NOTE:  The audio quality of this episode is below our company standards and is the result of poorly tested equipment. But the conversation that takes place was too honest to shelve and too authentic to re-record. So, we decided to share it, buzzy VO and all. We promise to get ahead of any sound issues for subsequent episodes. --Scott Discussions Drive Creativity Dive into the premiere epis...

Stuff To Do, Esther's Excursions, Practical Yoga, & The Cruelest Cookie Get ready for a wild ride at the  Albatros Cafe , part of the Electric Secrets variety podcast! This episode, hosted by the ever-humorous Marty Merman at the  Albatross Cafe , delivers a mix of cringe-worthy tasks, local adventures, and quirky wellness routines. In Marty's segment, "Stuff To Do," he tackles a long-overdue doct...

Tactics & Objectives In Action On this episode of  Dedicated to the Craft , part of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, hosted by Scott Leon Smith, we dive deeper into the creative process. Building on the previous episode's focus on using the "imagined energy of tactics" with specific action verbs (like "proclaim" or "comfort") to uncover character insights during rehearsal, this installment sh...

Let's Go On A Tasty Adventure To Edible Landscapes In this delightful episode of  BizVox , a segment of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, host Scott Leon Smith takes us on a mobile adventure to Edible Landscapes farm.  Meet Sam and Jacob, the dynamic duo who stumbled into owning this established gem in September 2023. From humble beginnings to seizing the chance to buy the farm from retiring o...

Listening Deeper To The Stylings Of Johnny Cash In this episode of The Unforgettable Voice , part of the Electric Secrets podcast, host Scott Leon Smith explores Johnny Cash's iconic baritone, blending personal reflection with analysis. Listeners will discover what makes Cash's voice unforgettable, both culturally and as a storytelling tool. Smith highlights Cash's universal appeal, likening his v...

It's A Flip-Flop Fiasco! Welcome to the chaotic carnival of  Rustic Shakespeare on the Electric Secrets variety podcast, where host Scott Leon Smith — your bardic ringmaster — dives headfirst into the sweaty exhaustion of playing Lord Capulet in William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet . From Act 1's awkward marriage negotiations (where Capulet flip-flops faster than a politician on a hot mic) to th...

On this episode of The Albatross Cafe, featuring Marty Merman, we learn a little more about what Marty likes to do on his phone in his free time, including attempting to save the "King" in a popular online game and getting to know the secret behind artificial intelligence. Beyond his humorous and somewhat chaotic conversation with an AI chatbot, listeners will hear from Esther Merman in her new se...

Crawford County Art Center Improves Visibility Of The Local Art Community On this episode of the  BizVox podcast, part of the Electric Secrets variety podcast our host Scott Leon Smith is speaking with Kaylee Powers, executive director of the Crawford County Art Center (CCAC) to learn more about the organization's recent move, some of its upcoming initiatives, and how she and her team are working...

Casie Grau Introduces the Crawford County Chamber of Commerce On this episode of  BizVox , part of the Electric Secrets variety podcast, Scott is talking to Casie Grau, MBA, executive director of the newly merged Crawford County Chamber of Commerce. The organization is the culmination of the Crestline, Galion, and Bucyrus Chambers of Commerce, plus Crawford County Tourism. Casie explains the reaso...