Passion to Power

Takeaways • The Butterfly Effect: How Change Shapes Success with Beth Feldman, SVP of Comms, NexStar Media, CW NetworkSome of the Topic Points:* Self-advocacy and confidence are crucial for career advancement.* Embrace change and see transformation as a 'butterfly effect' of growth.* Kindness and effective communication are key leadership skills.* Networking and community involvement open...

Triple Threat DIVA, that's what she is and much more... Stephanie Pope  is an actress, singer, dancer, writer, director, choreographer, producer, voice actor, performance coach and  a musical theater veteran with a career spanning over 35 years. She has appeared in over 10 Broadway shows and recently received both Connecticut Critics Circle Award and Regional Theater Award nominations for her...

From Hyperion, the publishing arm of Walt Disney, to Hachette, to launching her own IMPRINT, REGALO PRESS. GRETCHEN YOUNG says "how can I prove to everyone else and to myself that these stories are worthy?" Now that she's working for her own shingle. She has nurtured, coached, mentoried and launched 65 authors. "I've never seen the kind of marketing of an author...the guerri...

KERRI ZANE AI Innovation: Kerri Zane’s Creative Career Journey Summary In this engaging interview, Kerri Zane shares her extensive experience in reality TV, her innovative ventures into AI in media, and invaluable advice for aspiring producers and storytellers. Discover how she navigates the evolving landscape of entertainment, the role of AI, and tips for success in the industry. Sound Bites &quo...

Carin Greenberg’s journey in creating "Weather Hunters" encapsulates the spirit of resilience and creativity in children’s programming. Her experiences remind us that perseverance, collaboration, and a passion for storytelling are crucial in bringing educational content to life. As we celebrate this new series, it stands as a testament to the importance of engaging young minds with knowl...

Creative Rabbi Both Michelle and Rabbi Yitzi discuss how their passions have empowered them in their careers, with a focus on teaching, uplifting others, and creative expression. Balancing ValuesRabbi Yitzi talks about the Jewish tradition of asking questions and balancing competing values, drawing parallels to the story of "Fiddler on the Roof." Summary In this engaging conversation, Mi...

Keywords mental health, empowerment, community, voice, trauma, music industry, creativity, authenticity, self-discovery, cultural identity Live EVENT at THE ASTER 11/13/2025 Host; TONI MENDOZA-GRATITUDE! Takeaways Dr. Paul shares his journey from law to therapy. Denise: The Lower East Side shaped cultural identities and experiences. Finding one's voice is crucial for empowerment. Donna: Power...

Welcome to the Creative Club  Pia Mailhot Leichter Sound Bites "Life is a creative process." "Creativity is collaboration." "Creativity is a way of being." the realm of infinite possibility and a kick in Pia’s creative peach Summary In this engaging conversation, Pia Mailhot Leichter shares her journey of creativity, exploring the themes of self-discovery, the impact...

Follow Your Yellow Brick Road to Success…. Desmond Richardson: (Ballet) Pointe of View  What is your INTENTION? WHY ARE YOU DOING WHAT YOU DO? He says to his dancers be “Inside of the Moment.” He’s worked with Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna He’s trained and /or danced alongside the greats: Alvin Ailey, William Forsythe, Sylvie Guillem, Sarita Allen, Carmen de Lavallade, Mauri...

Summary of this Episode: Summary In this engaging conversation, Michelle Zeitlin interviews Carla ONDRASIK, a motivational coach and author, about her philosophy of 'doing' rather than 'trying.' Carla shares insights from her upcoming book, discusses the importance of finding one's passion, and offers practical advice for navigating the modern music industry. The conversation also touches on perso...

* Resilience and Reinvention Wendy Miller has had a very CREATIVE career: Oprah Winfrey Oxygen NBC Universal Playboy TV Author Sexologist Entrepreneur Cat Lover Summary In this engaging conversation, Wendy Miller shares her journey from a successful executive in television to an entrepreneur and social media influencer. She discusses her experiences at CatCon, her career highlights, and the evolut...

Passion to Power Presents: Coach Carole: NO Bullshit 4 Writers & Creatives CaroleKirschner.com Keywords: career coaching, diversity in entertainment, writing advice, pitching, underrepresented voices, entertainment industry, creative careers, mentorship, storytelling Michelle Zeitlin interviews Carole Kirschner Highlights of their discussion: Diversity initiatives that have launched over 120 w...

The POWER (and PASSION) of VOICE In this engaging conversation, Michelle Zeitlin interviews Denise Woods, a renowned voice coach, about the intricate relationship between identity, culture, and voice in performance. They explore how cultural assumptions and linguistic patterns affect communication, the importance of confidence in voice development, and the impact of technology on the voice acting...

Live in the And “I WAS A BUILDER. I WAS A CREATOR” In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Turner discusses her journey of empowerment through health and wellness, integrating her experiences in media and education. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, authenticity, and the power of storytelling in driving social change. Dr. Turner shares her insights on teaching leadership skills, navigati...

 Kamala Avila-Salmon Founder of KAS KAS Productions “Black is Not a Genre” Our first meeting on Zoom took place the day the fires broke in PP; in fact, I received an alert on my phone about the Pacific Palisades Fire and asked Kamala, who was on the Westside, if she heard anything, smelled anything …and as I wrapped our first conversation, the fire had spread and the winds in my neighborhood were...

YELLOW BRICK ROAD TO SUCCESS Passion to Power  Jason Jordan  Navigating the Competitive Music Landscape Data analytics play a significant role in artist development. Sound Bites "You have to be incredibly organized." "Every artist is a business." "The days of tour support are over." Takeaways The music industry has evolved significantly, especially for DIY artists. A&R roles extend beyond sign...

Liza Wyles "LIZA with a Z" interviewed by Michelle Zeitlin A "Creative Lead" and a Writer and actually, a Multi-hyphenate. Liza Wyles, “toggled staff and freelance” roles and has been an executive at major companies and worked with some of the Biggest brands, including DISNEY’s MARVEL. In fact, she's "Marvelized." As producer of original Marvel series for Disney + and a "bespoke comic book." With...

RICHARD CURTIS has had half a century in the world of Literary Representation and digital Publishing. Listen to this self described “old timer” share his journey and how he worked with authors of all genres, with special success in science fiction. “A million dollar company,” his agency, in NYC, was recently sold.   “I was a literary guy” and “not a tech guy” but he was pivotal in the beginning of...

Danielle is all about inclusivity in casting. She has worked on projects big and small- most of them focusing recently on stories that cast people with physical challenges, disabilities and encompass open thought. She will go "out on a limb" to get the best actors for the jobs- defending her ideas for talent and putting herself on the line when it matters. https://www.dpdcasting.com/

🇮🇱 You may not agree with everything that Eitan Chitayat says- but you have to respect him for speaking out against anti-semitism worldwide, and speaking out against all kinds of hate. He has done campaigns to support women, LGBTQ issues and you may know him for his recent advocacy work and the hashtag, I'm that Jew. He speaks his truth through his art, his creative work as a brander, and as a wri...

"Simplify and amplify" "Entertainment- Not as Propaganda"- so many good quotes in this interview with marketing expert, creative, brander. Mike Tankel talks about his work in the MENA region and China. He talks math and entertainment. And somehow he makes it all equal out. Robust, firm and sometimes jovial, Mike offers creatives kernels of gold. Listen and learn. Maybe laugh a little. Mike is an e...

Talent Manager, "jack of all trades", and a Triple Threat - Anthony checks many boxes. 📦 As a talent manager myself- It had not occurred to me until recently - to invite another talent manager on the show. But YES this was such a good idea. Anthony is a warm, exuberant and kind "human" who looks to find like-minded creatives who enjoy long, loyal relationships where truth and honesty and critical...

JOHAN VAKIDIS has worked with computers since his teens and took his skills in programming and early software and web development into the worlds of advertising and experiential event entertainment. Johan's work as a digital creative has allowed him to create projects all over the globe- from Montreal to Shanghai. His work in China and Korea and Singapore taught him the specific ways and protocols...

Chief Ideation Officer- is her preferred title! PASSION TO POWER New Episode dropping Monday October 9, 2023 Jenny Reader Music Industry Pro MORE ZAP Productions & Management contact MoreZap@gmail.com for more info. or to schedule a guest! 36:25 Chief Ideation Officer- is her preferred title! Jenny Reader has worked in many facets of the Music Industry- she's been at boutiques, and big lab...

Very Jerry Mitchell... Jerry Mitchell and Michelle Zeitlin shared their memories of working with the legendary Michael Bennett and Bob Avian, on SCANDAL, a Broadway workshop with an outstanding group of stars and triple threats. Jerry was assisting the show creator, Michael Bennett at the original auditions, where Michelle was amongst over two thousand dancer-singers auditioning for a few coveted...