I will have discussions with artists of color who are involved in the many aspects of the Fine Arts. I will be talking to professionals, semi-professionals, directors, composers, instrumentalists, dancers, actors, visual artists, singers, and teachers just to name a few. We will be discussing their origins, their current endeavors, goals and future projects; who inspires them and why they continue to do what they do? These stories and experiences need to be shared. What is your story and who ...
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Join John Register, Paralympic Silver Medalist and combat veteran and Kat Koppett, organizational psychologist, improviser and theater owner as they share their experiences, insights and tools for navigating change. If you've ever wondered what it takes to achieve remarkable success to overcome obstacles and transform your performance in the face of BIG CHANGE, then you are in the right place. Want to share a moment of change? Reach us at: hello@koppett.com or john@johnregister.com
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The Tailgate Entertainer | Performers | Performance Business | Creatives | Artists | Talent Buyers
Alan Bruess
Tailgate Entertainer is a podcast for performing artists and talent buyers. The goal of the show is to help those involved in the entertainment industry succeed by sharing years of collected wisdom. You will not find a more eclectic mix of people in the world than those that wear the label of Performing Artist. Their exciting journeys, lessons, and humorous anecdotes are woven together here to to provide encouragement, education, and support for the industry.
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Mike Casimir - Violist - St. Louis Symphony
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I talk with Mike about how he started in music, his journey to the viola, who is a part of his support system, the importance of music education, his process of preparing for orchestral auditions, creating music during the pandemic and who influences him.Af The Fine Arts Community
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Nathan Stampley - Broadway singer and actor
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In this episode, Nate and I talk about his beginnings, and how he got started singing. We talk about his audition experience, who inspires him and the process of preparing for roles. We discuss topics such as the importance of taking a chance on yourself, having the right partner in this career and navigating the demands of being a family man and b…
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Melanated Artists in Performance - Intro
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Discussions with artists of color who are involved in the many aspects of the Fine Arts. I will be talking to professionals, semi-professionals, directors, composers, instrumentalists, dancers, actors, visual artists, singers, and teachers just to name a few. We will discuss their origins, their current endeavors, goals and future projects; who ins…
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Navigating Life's Uncharted Skies with Jason O. Harris
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Join us on this transformative journey with Jason O. Harris, where we unravel the intricate layers that contribute to personal and professional success. Jason, a seasoned commercial and US Air Force pilot, delves into his past experiences, highlighting how critical moments from our upbringing to our careers shape our approach to change and success.…
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Unlock the secrets of thriving in the face of change with the guidance of Amy C. Horner, an executive and CPA whose innovative approach will change your perspective on personal and professional transitions. Our conversation with Amy unravels the art of "Hugging the Porcupine," a strategy for embracing the prickly edges of change without getting hur…
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Leading from Self with Nitya Shekar
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Join us on a compelling journey with leadership expert Nitya Shekar as we challenge conventional wisdom and redefine leadership. Nitya, a New York City-based professional with an eclectic background in law, executive coaching, and neuroscience research, adds an interesting dimension to our discussion with her insights on shaping values-driven compa…
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From Chaos to Harmony: Understanding and Navigating Conflicts
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Are you ready to turn your conflicts into stepping stones to success? This episode brings you deep into the intricacies of conflict, power dynamics, and transformation. We, your hosts, Kat Koppett and John Register, are on a mission to equip you with the tools you need to navigate conflict and emerge victorious. Unpacking the nature of conflict, we…
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Activating Voice and Presence with Kimberly Mohne-Hill
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In a world where our voice is our most powerful tool, we sat down with Kimberly Mohne-Hill - a revered dialect coach, voice coach, and professor of voice and acting at Santa Clara University - to unravel the intricacies of our vocal cords. Kimberly's decades of experience have seen her master the art of voice and speech, a journey she so generously…
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Melissa Cohen: Fashioning a Fulfilling Life
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How does a fashion industry titan navigate the seismic shifts brought on by a global pandemic? What happens when she decides to reinvent herself amidst the chaos and uncertainty? Join us as we explore these pressing questions and more with our guest, Melissa Cohen. A fashion maven consultant and founding member of Chief, Melissa has journeyed from …
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Dr. Teresa Larson: The Power of Accepting Help
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When John, a two-time Paralympic athlete and a combat army veteran, found himself struggling on a hike, he turned to Dr. Teresa Larson for help. The journey they embarked on, navigating the path of accepting help and embracing change, forms an inspiring and heartwarming narrative that we share in Episode 13 of the Performance Shift podcast. Dr. Lar…
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Episode 12: John and Kat on Stories We Tell Ourselves
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In Episode 12, John and Kat unlock the power of storytelling for personal change and leadership. We explore the role of narratives in navigating change phases, delve into leadership, vulnerability, and grit dynamics, and discover the impact of positive narratives on personal growth. You'll be intrigued by our discussion on how these self-created st…
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Episode 11: Kristen VanGinhoven - Arts, Activism and Actualization
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Kristen van Ginhoven is a leader, theatre director, arts educator, change-maker and social entrepreneur who works at the intersection of arts and activism. Since 2010, Kristen has been the co-founder and Producing Artistic Director of WAM, a theater company that creates theatre for gender equity and has a vision of theatre as philanthropy. Join us …
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Episode 10: John and Kat - Noticing Together
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For the 10th episode (double digits!) John and Kat unpack the common themes they are noticing as they engage with clients from the high-tech world, to start-ups to non-profits. We discuss the difference between change that is chosen and change that is thrust upon us, the percentage of people who follow through on John's challenge , the power of acc…
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Catherine Hover: Catalyzing Community
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The creator of Palette, a social destination dedicated to supporting women in career and in life, joins us to talk about creating the community you most need, the power of mutual support, and how to get unstuck. Palette has quickly become a sought after haven for 250+ remote workers, solo entrepreneurs and working mothers who need a safe space, but…
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Dion Flynn: Truth and Comedy
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Cited by Oprah Magazine as "one of our favorite creative thinkers," Dion Flynn is a comedy writer, speaker, U.S. Army veteran and Founder of The Improvisor’s Mindset a corporate training and consulting firm. On TV he's best known for playing Barack Obama (and 15 other characters) in over 100 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Yo…
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Join Kat and John for a conversation with Paralympian and DEI professional Patty Cisneros Prevo who is transforming children's literature and by extension our views of ourselves and our world. In 2019, Patty received the Lee & Low Books New Voices Award Honor for Tenacious: Fifteen Adventures Alongside Disabled Athletes. Tenacious highlights 15 dis…
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Sylvia Hoffman: Reaching for the Impossible
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Sylvia Hoffman is not only a 2022 Olympic Bronze Medalist. She is also an engineer, a national, international and Olympic record holder, an undefeated national champion, and a keynote speaker. Join John, Kat and Sylvia for an exploration of: the mindset it takes to tackle "impossible" goals, how to embrace opportunity, even when it is unexpected or…
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John Register: Hurdling Adversity
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In this episode, John shares the details of his amazing personal journey and how he has mined it to create his five-step "Hurdling Adversity" framework: Rebuild, Redefine, Release, Rebirth and Resolve. He'll share stories of navigating mind-boggling change from his time in military service, training for the Olympics and competing in the Paralympics…
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Carrie Abbott: Faith and Frittles!
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In this delicious episode, John and Kat chat with candy-maker and entrepreneur and super optimist, Carrie Abbott, as she shares her journey navigating a series of life and business hurdles with optimism and faith. We discuss: How accepting unexpected offers grew into a new opportunities How daring to be obvious can lead to the most creative ideas T…
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Garrett Reisman Goes Above and Beyond!
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Garrett Reisman, Astronaut and Professor of Astronautical Engineering knows what he is talking about when he discusses embracing risk-taking, celebrating failure (even big flashy, public failure) and surprising even ourselves with what we can achieve. Join John and Kat for this truly "out of this world" conversation with Performance Shift's officia…
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In this episode, John shares how he employed Kat's counter-intuitive "Sabotage" game, taught to her by the great Sivasailam Thiagarajan (Thiagi), to turn around the U.S. Olympic bobsled team. And we demonstrate how you can use the game yourself to uncover hidden opportunities to get out of your own way. Kat also walks us through the 6 core improv s…
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Are you ready to master the art of successfully navigating change? Welcome to "Performance Shift," the live-stream podcast exploring the strategies and mindsets behind top-performing individuals and teams and how they artfully manage life's twists and turns. In this week's inaugural episode, our hosts will share how they learned to appreciate the s…
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With the zest and sweetness of a pineapple, grace of a dolphin, and jokes as great as your Dad's, Sara will whisk you away to the best vacation / most thrilling circus show you have ever experienced!
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25 years as a street performer has given Groovy Guy an individual style and strategy! He will leave you with plenty of wisdom, some great tips and memorable stories.
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Bounce on in and listen to a group of trailblazers in the entertainment industry! The ups and downs of creating a show with nothing but raw talent and pogo sticks!
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Known for his many faces, voices and props, Bill Robison sets a standard in physical comedy performance. Truly....an industry icon.
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Peace, unity, love and having fun is what Street Breakz brings to their audience through hip hop, acrobatics, and comedy!
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72: Kimi Shintaku - A Lifetime of Experience
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A fascinating journey through Kimi's life, full of stories and wisdom. Her dedication and valuable contribution to the fair industry stems from years of amazing experiences under vastly different circumstances.
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71: Jeremiah Johnston-Juggler Extraordinaire
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Technically skilled, highly proficient, and amazingly smooth! Jeremiah drops a ton of tips about performing in the fair business, marketing, and life in general. Don't miss the stories about California, the box of juggling props in the attic....and rugs!
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Kenny Ahern shares stories about his career as a clown, a little wisdom from his life and even some laundry tips!
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69: Mango & Dango-Complete Creatives
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Complete creatives, master makers, the whole artistic package! Learn from the best of the best-Mango & Dango!
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68: Mark Sparks Master Class
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It's the little things a person does and the little things a person doesn't do that make all the difference when it comes to being successful in the fair industry.
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Kicking off season three of Tailgate Entertainer and what the exciting lineup looks like. (NOTE: All recordings were done pre-pandemic)
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In this episode, twelve professionals in the fair industry talk about their experience of living through the destruction that Covid 19 has caused. What has happened to our industry and what needs to happen to get things back on track. Great stories, wisdom and insight.
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65: Conjuring Up a Career That Never Gets Old with Robert Smith
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Creating a concrete platform in a saturated market is no easy task. In order to do so, you have to be innovative and original, two characteristics that perfectly describe Robert Smith. Robert Smith is a magician and creative content speaker who struggled to find his way into the fair industry until doing exactly the opposite of everyone else, stayi…
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64: Greg Frisbee, Leveraging Your Strengths!
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Finding your passion can be difficult especially if it isn’t a traditional path but Greg Frisbee always knew he wanted to perform. Overcoming his shyness and fear of failure, Greg took a leap of faith and has become an incredible juggler and comedian. He has performed in all 50 states, over 30 countries, and does over 300 shows a year. His show is …
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63: Creating Magical Whimsical Characters with Marco Landin and Heather Hyde de Landin
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The fair industry has some jaw-dropping and mind baffling acts but some acts set the bar higher than others. Marco Landín and Heather Hyde de Landin are creative and talented performers. From costumes to technique, this power couple has raised the bar for all stilt walkers and performers. Their acts are exotic and bring a sense of newness through t…
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62: World Record Holder and Master of Physical Comedy - Alex Zerbe
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Alex Zerbe has been performing for more than 15 years. He is a master of physical comedy, juggling, and magic. Alex is known as “The Zaniac” which was an idea from his wife. Many love his high energy throughout his performances and his super kind soul, and intelligence. He is a two-time Guinness World Record holder who was voted Seattle's Funniest …
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61: Creating Memorable Performances and Sustainable Shows with Ivan España and Allison Blej
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For many performers, the circus has been a way of life for as long as they can remember. Ivan España is a fifth-generation circus performer and is currently creating and performing in shows with his wife Allison. They both have a heart and passion for the industry and dedicate a surplus of hard work and time to each and every show. Tune into this e…
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60: The Show Bros™: A Super Show of Mind & Magic
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Building and creating a unique act is a major accomplishment but it is even more valuable when you get to perform with a close friend. Illusionist Adam The Great and Tyzen The Comedy Hypnotist, also known as the Show Bros™, are two close friends who have established a remarkable show together and continue to create innovative material. Combining tw…
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59: Finding Innovative New Talent for the Fair Industry with Tom Sailor
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There is a surplus of talent, acts, and shows in the fair industry. Many of the performances have been around for hundreds of years, but some of them recently have sprung and become popular over the last few decades. Tom Sailor has invented and innovated multiple aspects of the fair industry and currently works with Winter Set Concert Events. He ha…
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58: Lessons Learned from 30 Years as a Full Time Entertainer with Todd Victor
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Anyone can be a performer, but only hard-working and dedicated individuals become a great performer. It takes many years and lots of practice to establish a name and create a timeless act, which is why not many people make it as a full-time entertainer. Todd Victor has been a full-time entertainer for over 30 years and has created beautiful stages …
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57: Being Unique - a Key to Industry Longevity with Dennis Lee
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The entertainment industry is full of unique and incredible people. There are so many innovative and remarkable acts and the people are equally as intricate. Many of these performers are simply doing what they love and also enjoy having the opportunity to bring a smile to others faces, and one of those people is Dennis Lee. Dennis is an overwhelmin…
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56: Staying Relevant After 9 Generations of Performing with Michelangelo Nock
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While the fair industry is continuously growing and adapting, and continues to evolve since the early days of live entertainment. Michelangelo Nock, owner of The Nerveless Nocks Inc., and his family have been innovating the industry since before 1850. Michelangelo Nock has a plethora of insight and knowledge about the industry, due to his unique ex…
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55: Rebuilding Your Life After a Life-Changing Accident with Kristen Johnson and Kevin Ridgeway
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Kristen Johnson and Kevin Ridgeway are interviewed on the show today by Elisa Hayes, who knows all too well about life-changing accidents. Talk about people with phenomenal character! Today’s guests are two of the greatest people you will ever meet, and their story is inspiring! Kevin and Kristen are entertainers in a show called Lady Houdini, whic…
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54: The Youngest CEO Shares Insights for the Future of the Fair with Courtny Conkle
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Very rarely are people presented with the opportunity to be born into their career and spend their life learning all aspects of their trade. Fortunately, Courtny Conkle did; she is the youngest female CEO in California and at the Lake County Fair in Northern California and has acquired a plethora of knowledge throughout her years. Getting to learn …
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53: Balancing Work, Family and Your Life While on the Road with Paul Isaak
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Not having a traditional career can make the balance between work and family difficult to juggle. In order to be successful in the Fair industry, you have to learn to balance your life while traveling, creating your audience, and still maintaining your personal life. Paul Isaak is a juggler and performer who has learned to not only juggle fire but …
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We’re back with Season 2! It’s an entirely new season, so Alan here to catch you up on everything since Season 1 ended and also the exciting things in store for Season 2. In this first episode of Season 2, you also get introduced to a co-host, who is no stranger to Tailgate Entertainer fans! The fair industry is an adventurous occupation that few p…
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Today's episode is an opportunity to have a few questions answered about the show, take a peek behind the scenes a little, and a chance for me to give some final thoughts about the importance of our industry. A huge THANK YOU to all of the guests and listeners that have been a part of the adventure. Reasons for producing the show. How the show is d…
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In this episode: Mat Wells - son of Kim & Alan Barr Nathen Smith - son of Robert & Sara Smith Sarah Hays - daughter of Steve & Elisa Hays Hayden Newman - daughter of Mike & Ryann Newman Chase Barton - son of Tammy & Bryan Barton Brayden Bruess - son of Alan & Renee Bruess
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