The Table Women Podcast

Why hello! It's been a minute :) We (Sarah and Vic) have been busy bees this Summer, but we wanted to share our conversation with the incredible Jeanette Porcello! It was recorded a bit ago and was intended for the next season, but as life does, things got crazy. We didn't want to wait to share her wisdom with you, so here she is! Jeanette is Director of A&R at Downtown Artist and Label Servic...

Sarah and Vic sit down with multi-instrumentalist tour musician and artist Mia Morris to talk about: How Mia began playing music and got her start in the industry as a young teen Her evolution as a musician and artist How being unconventional can help you succeed What is tour like?! Growing pains and having to “fly free” to find yourself  How Mia handles her own artistry when she plays for so many...

Sarah and Vic chat with Nashville-based artist and songwriter and TONS (The Other Nashville Society) 2024 Next Artist Abigail Rose about her life so far, including: Growing up on Music Row, discovering her passion for music and chasing it Coming up in the industry “sweet spot” Taylor Swift created for young women  Evolving sound and artistry while not being Country Abigail’s influences and her fou...

Sarah and Vic sit down with tour photographer Maggie London to discuss: How Maggie discovered her passion for photography and forged her own path  Taking charge and learning as you go How studying other topics can help you as a creative How she turned her passion into a business and learned the industry ropes Being the only woman in the pit, diversity, and progress What does tour look like for a p...

Music Journalist and Author of "Her Country" Marissa Moss sits down with Sarah and Vic to chat all about her career, including: How Marissa got her start and where her passion came from Coming up in politics and finding her beat in Country Music Learning the business of journalism as much as the craft How do you actually get paid?! Building a catalog of work and a reputation Discovering where Coun...

Pop Artist and Enneagram Coach Savanna Leigh joins Sarah and Vic to chat about how her creativity is influenced by her specialty in the Enneagram and her passion for mental health. Topics include: Savanna’s journey from starting in a sister duo to finding her creative voice and identity in pop music Moving to Nashville and building a life without her security blanket  Finding the right team, which...

Dr. Jada Watson returns to The Table Women to chat all about women in radio, including: How Jada found her passion for women in radio and later turned that into a career The evolution of her path and the history of radio charts How radio charts even work! Beyoncé, Country Music Radio, and backlash (or not?) The power of having data to back up what we experience The cost of having access to the fac...

Artist Manager at Red Light Management Nicolette McCann joins us to chat about her journey with fellow The Table Women guest, artist BIZZY, and: How Nicolette found her niche and tried out different paths Small world connections and invisible strings that became the perfect launching pad for success The magic of being new and independent as a manager and an artist The growing pains of developing y...

Viral artist and songwriter joins us to chat about: BIZZY’s journey from wanting to be behind the song to on the stage Going to school and taking a chance that launched her career Going viral and turning it into a sustainable career Finding the right career and team  What is tour like?! The growing pains of being a young woman in music Writing your authentic truth How she deals with social media,...

We're back with season 4! Country Artist and Songwriter Brooke Eden sits down at the table to discuss her journey from playing hometown honkytonks to major stages, getting signed, the struggle of finding her voice, her love story with wife Hilary, coming out, and more!   Notes: Brooke Eden: https://www.brookeeden.com/welcome/ BMG: https://www.bmg.com/us Outlaw Love Album: https://brookeeden.lnk.to...

We're back! After time away Sarah and Vic discuss where they've been, what's been going on, and what's coming up, as well as sharing and answering the new rapid-fire questions!   Notes: "When It Ends" by BIZZY: https://open.spotify.com/track/1SOtN3lFMTNKrZQXDB1Ee8?si=5wZvEivSS1eTlRG0wMmaPg&nd=1&dlsi=ccf2edbd08a74b14   Asleep At Last - Atlas Enneagram for Enneagram 3: https://www.youtube.co...

Sarah and Vic sit down with Management and A&R at Born & Raised Entertainment and TwentySeven Music Publishing Sarah Stickle to discuss: Finding your niche and using varied experience to your advantage The satisfaction of seeing things through start to finish, and celebrating your wins! Diversity in the industry and how it varies from location, genre, and area of the industry How underpaying songw...

Sarah and Vic discuss the gap in understanding between older generations and Gen Z, and Social media, via first-person concerns gathered anonymously from college students, listeners, and viral artists.   Topics include: What happens when the gatekeepers try to jump on the bandwagon Trusting your creative “gut” over trends and views What happens if you hit it big and fall off? Do views and aestheti...

Hit country songwriter Liz Hengber sits down with Vic and Sarah to discuss her incredible career, including: Lessons learned over 30+ years in Nashville Why it’s important to show up Mentorship and how it changes the game Lessons from waiting tables and waiting your turn  How to stay sharp and relevant in changing times The career-keeping perspectives of 7 #1’s and 70+ cuts  Why ego has no place i...

Sarah and Victoria sit down with Senior Director of Creative at Creative Nation, Emily Furman to discuss: What it looks like to work your way up in publishing  The internal vs. external experience as a woman in music Longterm jobs in a short-term industry and when to switch it up What it takes to build an artist career that lasts How farmers and assertive family prepares you to connect with people...

Sarah and Victoria sit down with hit producer-writer Alex Kline to discuss: Alex’s journey to being one of the top producers in Nashville What actually goes into being a professional producer? Having (and losing) a record deal and doing the “artist thing” The differences in experience when you’re a female producer/writer  Writing with dream teams… that just happen to be all women Label and Publish...

In this special episode, WeBelmont (Women in Entertainment Belmont) President Jamie Emerick interviews hosts Sarah DeFors and Victoria Banks in front of a (zoom) live student audience about their careers, personal and creative philosophies, podcasting, current gender-based social issues, and student questions!   

Hit Country Songwriter Kelly Archer sits down to discuss her wild journey and career, including: From re-writing songs for fun to taking a leap of faith and becoming a hit songwriter The loneliness of chasing your dreams and importance of community What does networking, finding your friends & champions, and betting on yourself look like? Follow the free snacks (and booze)! The flip from being in-d...

Vic and Sarah finish answering your questions and answer the S3 rapid-fire questions for themselves!   Trigger Warning for mention and non-graphic discussion of suicide.   Links: Kimberly DeFors: https://www.instagram.com/kimberly.defors/?hl=en   Anna Mae: http://www.annamaemusic.com/   Miss Americana Taylor Swift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40RsbcFRwNA   Taylor Swift & Damon Albarn Writing S...

In Ep. 27 Sarah and Vic answer your questions to kick off 2022! You, our lovely audience, asked so many wonderful questions we had to split this episode into 2! Part 1 focuses on answering audience questions, from the practical to deep and personal we get into everything you want to know.  Next time on part 2, Vic and Sarah will focus on answering more audience questions and the new S3 "rapid fire...

Applause Artist Relations Manager Kelly Benini talks about the ups and downs of the entertainment industry, her personal and professional evolutions, and her life mission with Sarah and Vic, including discussion on: Reaching back to help the next generation through academic mentorship How Kelly got her start booking big acts and helping charities It’s okay to change careers and evolve with your wa...

Sarah and Vic sit down with Publisher, A&R Exec., and Co-Founder of Change the Conversation and Nashville Music Equality Tracy Gershon to discuss her long journey and more, including: Finding your way in the music industry with no roadmap Constant evolution and following your passions to your purpose Knowing and trusting your gut Discovering and championing new talent Women, Minorities, and moving...

Catch up on the season so far, life updates, and what's going on in music and entertainment with hosts Sarah and Victoria!    Notes: Mickey Guyton CMA Museum - https://countrymusichalloffame.org/events/online-family-program-songwriting-101-mickey-guyton-style/ Bridgeton: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8740790/ Walker Hayes Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@walkerhayesofficial?lang=en Blueneck: https:...

Pop/Sync Artist & Songwriter signed to RX Songs Anna Mae sits down with Sarah and Vic to discuss: Growing up on a farm in MN to attending Belmont and becoming a signed Nashville songwriter Finally finding your groove and creating authentic art The phases of an evolving career New world, new you, new authentic music Mental health, trusting your instincts, and coping mechanisms Being your own manage...

Country Music Artist & Songwriter Sacha joins us to discuss her unique journey to stardom, including: How a difficult childhood prepares you for the struggles of the music industry Making the decision to “go for it” The evolution of a star, from serving coffee to CMT’s Next Women of Country The experience of being a black woman in Country Music in Canada, the US, and on tour worldwide Lifting up o...