Life On Tour

Send a text In this episode, Manon sits down with industry veteran Hayden Baum to talk all things longevity. They talk about: His career so far and how he felt upon graduation What he loves/doesn’t love about touring How tour life has impacted his personal life Burnout and how to deal with it How he approaches a gig The best mindset a touring performer can have How he’s changed over the course of...

Send a text This episode is not one to miss, featuring the incredible life coach and emotional healer Natasha Crane.  We talk about: Tash’s background and what led her to coaching Rejection and your mental health How to stop rejecting yourself Your audition mindset Keeping your heart open after multiple rejections Constructive reflection post-rejection We’re all delusional How to process rejection...

Send a text Well well well, I'm baaaaaaaaack! In this solo episode, Manon explains the valuable things she has learnt through auditioning over the last 12 months and why these lessons have changed her life! You can follow the podcast on instagram @lifeontourpod You can support the podcast by buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/lifeontourpod

Send a text Welcome to the final episode of 2023! In this episode, Manon shares  excerpts of 12 episodes of the podcast during 2023. It's a fun episode full of variety and recaps some important lessons.  Yo can support the pod by buying Manon a coffee <3 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeontourpod?l=fr You can follow the podcast on instagram @lifeontourpod Here is the link to Will Centurion...

Send a text In this episode, Manon chats with industry pro Zoe Coppinger (currently playing the Elphaba standby in Wicked Australia). They talk about: Zoe's experiences with a psychic Her journey with Elphaba and Wicked What her average week looks like Her pre-show routine Her career journey so far and how she follows her instincts Her mindset when standing by The qualities a standby must hav...

Send a text In this amazing episode, Manon chats with  Tina The Musical  star Blake Erickson about his career path. They talk about: Blake's work at the moment His career journey and where it all started The difference between qualifications and suitability Deciding to pursue your dream How his background influences how he approaches a job How character, ability, attitude and knowledge matter...

Send a text This episode is all about Stage Bloopers and features various anonymous stories plus two wonderful guests, Tom Sharah and Stef Jones.  While sharing some wild blooper stories, the episode also focuses on how mortifying bloopers can be and how epople cope with them.  You can follow the podcast on instagram @lifeontourpod If you love the pod, please share a rating and review. 

Send a text In this episode, Manon sits down with friend and recent castmate Doug Hansell to talk about the last few months post-tour and how it is impacted them both. They talk about: How the last few months have been post-tour The impact of the in-between on identity and self esteem  Saying goodbye to a huge part of your life, and post-show blues Audition mindset during the In-Between, and getti...

Send a text In this episode, Stef Jones rejoins the podcast to talk all about long distance and relationship communication! Manon and Stef cover topics such as: Planning a wedding while touring How she met her fiancee  How they’ve navigated long distance over the years, and how they plan The communication that shapes a life together while touring How to stay connected while apart The power of meme...

Send a text In this episode, Manon chats to Catty Hamilton about her career experience so far and how that has shaped Catty's mindset. They cover topics such as: Her mindset when graduating uni How no job is too big or too small, and taking every opportunity  Mental resilience and mental health Finding joy and growth in the realities of the industry “Don’t let rejection get to your heart and...

Send a text In this relationships-focused episode, Manon talks openly and honestly with her ex-castmate Joseph Naim, and his partner Brydie about their relationship and touring. They cover topics such as: Their backgrounds/how they got together Navigating touring and life challenges in the early stages of a relationship The mindsets they naturally had that make their relationship work The prematur...

Send a text In this second instalment of the When to Call Out series, Manon sits down with the legendary Stef Jones to talk about all the issues surrounding this topic. They discuss: How to know when it’s time to call out and how it’s different on each show Call-Out guilt, and reminding yourself that you aren’t a robot The impact of covid Reputational, role and industry pressure How the tour cultu...

Send a text We're back baby! My apologies for the extended hi-slay-tus.  In this special return episode, Manon chats to fellow industry member Tom Sharah about "calling out" of a show and all the challenges/nuance associated with it. They talk about: The in-between/ups and downs The mentality of when to call out, and why it feels so big The influence of covid on tour culture and pus...

Send a text In this episode, host Manon chats to (and laughs heavily with) special guests Gareth Isaac, Sarah Nairne and David Silvestre about their stage blooper stories. They talk about: Stage bloopers we've done How they make us feel How we deal with them But first, Manon has a chat about: End of  contract existentialism Wisdom tooth surgery The SAG-AFTRA strike and how important it is to...

Send a text In this episode, Manon has a chat to Come From Away cast members Michael Lee Porter, Zoe Gertz, Kat Harrison, Phillip Lowe and David Silvestre more minutes before the final performance of Come From Away in Australia. They talk about: Their favourite thing about Come From Away Their favourite memory of Come From Away What they're looking forward to after the tour is over But first,...

Send a text This week, Manon interviews the incredible performer and mother of two, Angela Scundi about touring with kids. They discuss: Functioning on low sleep while caring for two kids and learning 3 tracks The decision to tour and all the factors that went into it The challenge of finding childcare on tour How Angela told her kids that they’d be touring with her first postpartum full time job...

Send a text In this special episode, Manon chats with singing teacher, actor and singer Jennifer Peers about how to best maintain your voice on tour. They talk about: Jen’s journey in the industry The balance of a healthy voice, mind and body Technique and being a “small muscle athlete” The biggest vocal challenges of touring Jen’s vocal “must haves” Vocal loads and rehearsals Why singers don’t ta...

Send a text In this episode, Manon is joined by three special guests. First, Manon sits down with Noni and Jasmine to talk about: The week that was The end of the season Noni’s new role Wentworth, and a false accusation A surprise visit Noni and Jaz’s advice on audition rejection and how top cope with it Then Manon sits down with Doug to talk all about: His experience of rejection Booking the room...

Send a text In this episode, Manon sits down with special guests David Silvestri and Sarah Nairne (separately) to discuss their thoughts on audition rejection. They talk about: Their experiences of audition rejection The mindsets that help them cope with it Ego, moving forward and much much more! But first, Manon talks about: How Canberra is THE vibe The tour nearing its closing date Emily Kristen...

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Send a text In this episode, Manon talks to personal trainer and life coach Luke Smith about all things physical maintenance. They cover topics such as: Quokka sleeping patterns Manon’s first experience at a gym What “training” actually is and the myths surrounding it Prehab The balance of training while doing a show The biggest challenges for performers on tour The importance of adapting your tra...

Send a text In part 2 of the discussion around mental health on tour with counsellor and life coach Will Centurion, Manon and Will discuss: The athlete's mindset Audition anxiety and how to stop it Stage fright and how to stop it Reputation anxiety and social media How to keep an open mind How to get back in the game after a break How to reset when you don't have a day off But first, Man...

Send a text In this episode, Manon speaks to counsellor, life coach and performer Will Centurion about the many mental health challenges faced by performers. They cover: Will's mental health journey in the arts The main issues that come up in his sessions Imposter syndrome vs belonging and trust Burnout and what to do about it De-rolling Loneliness and disconnection on tour But first, Manon t...

Send a text In the second instalment of the Networking series, Manon chats with Kat Harrison about her experiences with networking. They talk about: Keeping networking ethical How you are your best asset, so be yourself The importance of not putting people on a pedestal Connecting with humans, not resumés How you should just send the email But first, Manon talks about: Some big insecurities Come F...

Send a text In this episode, Manon talks with special guess Jeremy Carver-James about all things networking. They talk about: What networking is and why it is important Opening Nights and social ammo How a person is not their resumé Timing is everything Empowering yourself Fangirling Alcohol and industry events But first, Manon talks about: A horrifying stage blooper An emotional show Overwhelm an...