The Visceral Voice Podcast

In this episode I have a conversation with my amazing colleague Melissa Wegner about adjudicating elite vocal competitions. We discuss what is involved in adjudicating, various judging categories, what the judges are looking for, the difference between competitions for the artist vs for the teacher, her experience as the Executive Director of the Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist De...

In this episode, I have a conversation with physiotherapist Tierney Gunthorpe. We discuss sleep disorders, sleep apnea, sleep bruxism, how to prepare for a good nights sleep, and more. Tierney Gunthorpe has been a physiotherapist for over 17 years and during this time she always worked in private practice. She obtained her Bachelor of Science In Physical Therapy from Queen's University in 200...

In this episode I have a conversation with Dr. David Hanscom, author of Back in Control, and Do You Really Need Spine Surgery? - Take Control with a Surgeon's Advice about chronic pain and the physiological state of anxiety and stress. David Hanscom’s orthopedic spine surgery practice focused on patients with failed back surgeries. He quit his practice in Seattle, WA to present his insights i...

In this episode, I have a conversation with fitness director/producer Mason Bendewald. Mason is the host and founder of MEGAMACE Fitness and has produced and directed hundreds of top titles, and brands like P90X and DailyBurn.com Visit www.megamace.com Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoice.com ! And follow us on Instagram ! Are you willing and able to become a Suppor...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Nic Redman from The Voice Coach Podcast about her experience with coaching voice over actors. Check it out and listen for some of her helpful tips. Nic is a voiceover artist, vocal coach and podcaster based in the UK. She provides voice, speech and recording coaching to podcasters, actors, comedians, public speakers, business professionals via 1-2-1 sess...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Randy Detrick, owner and founder of Blueridge Estate Vineyard and Winery.  I met Randy a few years ago, and have always been blown away by his energy and positivity.  This conversation is no exception. Randy discusses his work in the medical industry, his experience as a World Cup ski racer, and owning an operating Blueridge Estate Vineyard and Winery fr...

In this episode, I have a conversation with my colleague and good friend, Joey Harrell. Joey talks with us about programing as a power lifter and a professional voice user, and the ability to do both. Are you interested in learning more? Joey and I have a 7 Day Reset releasing this December. Check out www.thevisceralvoice.com to view and purchase. The program includes vocalizations, self-release,...

In this episode, I have another great conversation with Dr Abby about Alternating diaphragms. Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoice.com ! And follow us on Instagram ! Are you willing and able to become a Supporter of The Visceral Voice Podcast to help keep this podcast running? Please click here for our Patreon membership or here for a one-time PayPal contribution. S...

In this episode, Dr Abby and I have a conversation about tension, and how this word now has several different meanings and negative connotations. Tension is necessary for upright positioning and movement, but excessive tension is what we are wanting to eliminate. Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoice.com ! And follow us on Instagram ! Are you willing and able to beco...

In this episode, Dr Abby and I discuss the 7 pillars of Performance and one we both like to add, the 8th pillar of Coordination. We also discuss the 'Queen of the chair,' the Central Nervous System. These 7 Pillars are Strength, Power, Speed, Agility, Stability, Mobility, Flexibility, (and we like to add Coordination). Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoice....

Welcome back to season 8! This Fall I have a series of conversation with Dr Abby Halpin about movement. In this episode we discuss In network vs out of network physical therapy, and things you may not know pertaining to your insurance plan. Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoice.com ! And follow us on Instagram ! Are you willing and able to become a Supporter of The V...

In this episode, I have a conversation with my wonderful colleague, Gwen Walker. We discuss her work as an Alexander teacher, how to create a non-binary voice studio, and her work as a theatrical Intimacy Educator. Gwen and I are part of the faculty at OneBody/OneVoice, an annual voice conference with The Visceral Voice and the Penn State Musical Theater Pedagogy Program. This years conference wil...

In this episode, I have a conversation with my friend and colleague Susan Eichorn Young about surviving and thriving after a major car accident in 2011 that almost took her life.  We hope this episode can encourage others who are on a personal healing journey. Support the show

In this episode, I continue my conversation with my LifeLight Massage Therapy PLLC associates Heather Roberts and Lauren Sadkin. We discuss the variety of manual modalities that practitioners can learn, and the hope that there is something right for each listener. If you would like to learn more, please contact me at The Visceral Voice. Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.theviscer...

In this episode, I have a conversation with my LifeLight Massage Therapy PLLC associates Heather Roberts and Lauren Sadkin. We discuss the variety of manual modalities that practitioners can learn, and the hope that there is something right for each listener. If you would like to learn more, please contact me at The Visceral Voice. Be sure to check out our courses, and events at www.thevisceralvoi...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr Wendy LeBorgne about evidence based research, practice, scope of practice, and scope of competence. Dr. Wendy LeBorgne is a sought after voice pathologist, speaker, author, and master-class clinician regarding vocal wellness and vocal athletes.  Dr. LeBorgne actively presents nationally and internationally on the professional voice with over 100 prese...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Gina Morgano, host of 'The Practice Parlour' podcast. Gina takes us through old strategies vs new strategies, or old beliefs vs new beliefs, and we had a great time chatting. As a singer, voice teacher and host of The Practice Parlour podcast, Gina helps people to find their voice - inside and out - so that they can offer their highest creative...

In this episode, I had the incredible opportunity to chat with one of my mentors Dr. Kathy Dooley about popular cues and over-cuing of a posterior pelvic tilt, and what that action actually does to the spine, pelvis and femoral centration. Dr. Kathy Dooley is a chiropractor, practicing within Catalyst SPORT, the gym she co-owns in midtown Manhattan, NY. Dr. Dooley is an anatomy instructor at two N...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Matt Farnsworth about how he incorporates bodywork into his session in the voice studio. Matt is an accomplished voice teacher, actor, and pianist living and working in NYC. He started teaching voice in 1995 as the consulting coach on Broadway’s Rent. Matt has taught hundreds of Broadway actors (Tony winners), film stars (Oscar winners) and recording art...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Kaleena Ruskin. Kaleena is a movement specialist with Gymnazo and created their core conversion courses. We discuss the pelvis, pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction and training the PCNS. Education B.S. in Animal Science, Minor in Biology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo FAFS (Fellow of Applied Functional Science®) FMR (Fun...

In today's episode, I have a conversation with Gymnazo movement coach, CJ Kobliska about how he goes about training clients with Scoliosis. Education B.S. in Kinesiology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo FAFS (Fellow of Applied Functional Science®) WMQ (WeckMethod Qualified) FMR (Functional Manual Reaction®) Certified MDMC (Multidimensional Movement Coach) Certifie...

Alexandra Beller has been a professional dancer with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company. She's run her arts company, Alexandra Beller/Dances since 2001, producing dozens of original dance theatre works which have been performed internationally. She has been a teacher of Dance. Theatre, Pedagogy, and Somatics for over 20 years. She currently teaches Laban and Bartenieff Fundamentals at...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Movement Specialist and coach Michael Hughes. Michael Hughes is passionate about applying multidimensional functional training and is building his Gymnazo and Gymnazo EDU brands to revolutionize how we train all ages to promote vitality and to heal movement dysfunctions that hold us back from living the lives we desire. Upright Training of the Core for S...

Dr. Priya Mistry graduated with honors from University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2007 and has been helping her patients smile with confidence since then.  During this time, she has enjoyed working with a large variety of people - different ages, cultures and various social backgrounds. Through it all, Dr. Mistry has maintained her goal in dentistry: to provide excellen...

Dr. Rudavsky is a physical therapist and professor at Penn State University. She treats performing artists including dancers and singers and uses a manual technique for treating the voice called "Vocal Unloading." She is the on-site physical therapist for the students at the Penn State School of Theatre and she also has an appointment in the kinesiology department. Her research is relate...