Join me as I sit down with my sister, Jordan Gibbins. Ever since I could walk I've looked up to her for inspiration and motivation and I think you will as well. She dives deep into her experience earning her petroleum engineering degree while touring around Canada as a convention assistant. She reminisces on her experience working for Shanghai Disney, why she started her own live character experience company, her struggle with her long distance relationship, the importance of education and now her experience being a new mom. There's so much to take away from this episode so I hope you enjoy!

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This is a super short and sweet episode updating you on my life. Everything from relocating the company, moving to Miami, accepting a directing position with Celebrity Cruise Lines, my morning routine and my advice for tackling numerous things at once. I also give you a sneak peak into the line up of guests I am bringing on over the next two months!

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Dad chats to me about his struggles as a teenager, working jobs to make ends meet, how he proposed to mom, his advice for younger generations and what’s keeping him up at night. Thinking of bringing dad back for round 2 soon!?👀

This episode is all about my story as a young kid from rural Alberta, Canada. I’ve done some pretty cool things but have also experienced some pretty crappy things. At the root of it all, I just keep doing things that push me to my limits. From moving to Vancouver to dancing on cruise ships, booking Netflix roles to teaching yoga, I dive into it all. My lifestyle isn’t for everyone but there’s moments in this episode that everyone can relate to. I hope you enjoy! Until next time… keep on leaving average for Joe

From a young age Ryan knew he wanted to dance but he had no idea that he would be nominated for a Leo Award, featured on The Ellen Show and star in the famous High School Musical series… Ryan Maw is trailblazing through this industry. We talked about horror stories on set to advice he has for up and coming performers and so much more. Ryan is simply leaving average for Joe!

From Calgary, AB to Los Angelos, CA, Charmaine shared insights into her journey as a Young Canadian and competitive studio dancer then landing an agent, applying for a Visa and navigating the extremely cut throat environment of LA drop-in studios. Charmaine’s performed with Jlo, Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson and so many others… She’s simply leaving average for Joe!

Beyond excited to release an all NEW episode of @briggs_and_co_ 🎙️ I interviewed @lou.sky and chatted about he early career as an 11 year old leaving home for a national ballet program to being nominated for an @iemmys 💫 She’s a legend and a leader and she shared some incredible advice I wish my younger self heard 👂 Turn those notifications on, subscribe to the @spotify podcast and buckle up for an exciting new episode of @briggs_and_co_ ->>> 06/22/2024🚨 Would you recommend the podcast to a friend?

Let’s learn how Melissa went from juggling side gigs like serving and glass manufacturing to one of the world’s leading performers in the entertainment industry. Melissa Mitro worked hard, committed herself, stayed humble and kind. “Professionally, Melissa has been featured in many music videos and performed live with many artists in North America and Europe such as Nick Jonas, Pitbull, Nelly Furtado, Chaka Khan, Karol G, Anuel, James Morrison and Deborah Cox to name a few. As well as the runner-up on CTV’s So You Think You Can Dance Canada Season 4, Melissa’s tv and film credits include the upcoming films Sneakerella (2022), 13 The Musical (2022) , The Voice, Disney’s Zombies 2, Netflix’s Julie and the Phantoms and Zoeys Extraordinary Playlist (2022 and 2019), DC’s Suicide Squad…. The list goes on” 🤯

Jumping right into the advice for the up and coming performers in the entertainment industry. Briggs dives into some of her experiences and lessons learned from her years in TV/Film, print, live theatre, directing and so much more.

Christian Lagasse has been working professionally in the Film and TV industry since 2014. With over 20 years of experience,  Christian had worked alongside critically acclaimed actors such as Hailee Steinfeld, Chosen Jacobs, Collen Ballinger, Steve Little, Tony Hale, Dove Cameron, and Iliza Shlesinger. Showing not only can he hold his own, but that he brings technique, dedication and charisma to his craft.

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Role reversal: In this episode I respond to listeners questions and dive deep into my experience in business, education, dance, travel and so much more. I talked about my goals for the next few years, shifting priorities, business plans, the effects that dance has had on my entrepreneurial endeavours, favourite candy and where I see my company, Last Shot Apparel heading. Thank you to those that showed interest and asked some bold questions! This was fun. I hope you enjoy and walk away with opinions, thoughts, new outlooks and (if I did my job right) a few laughs.

I LOVE hearing from you. Please send over feedback, recommendations, questions or dad jokes to admin@briggsandco.ca or submit them to www.briggsandco.ca. Follow me over on instagram @briggs_and_co.

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This episode was birthed out of the McDonalds parking lot in Coquitlam, BC. Big Booty mix was blaring and sun roof was down. Shae Bourne and Hannah Cam are professional dancers and fitness instructors with a world of experience in the dance, hospitality, fitness and real-estate industry... There was no shortage of chuckles in this episode. We reflect on our favourite moments on set but we also dive into how challenging it is to navigate transitional moments in our lives. This episode was rich in both humour and helpful insights. Please enjoy another wild episode of Briggs & Co. where we are leaving average for Joe.

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Get ready for a wild ride on the Briggs and Co. Podcast as Jeff Mortensen swings by to share his jaw-dropping journey from an artistic gymnast and Ukrainian dancer to a circus superstar!

From Edmonton, Alberta to some of the world's most famous stages. Jeff shared with me the memorable moment of receiving the call back from Cirque du Soleil, his days on SYTYCD, his advice in the audition room, what keeps him up at night and so much more... no matter what stage you are in your journey as an entertainer, this episode is for you.

Jeff, my friend, thank you for #leavingaverageforjoe !!!

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Growing up in Vancouver, BC, Canada with very little to her name, she hustled her a** off trying to make ends meet. At 12 years old she thought her dance career was over. It wasn’t until her mid 20s that she found dance again. Moe Brody is an entrepreneur, comedian, international choreographer and world class dancer 🕺 She dives into her transition from a cushiony 9-5 to eventually landing her first professional dance role. Moe shares her experiences on set and working with different international musicians and actors. Come along for the ride as we explore who Moe was as a young dancer to where she is now as one of the world’s leading artists in the entertainment industry.

Jessa is a breath of fresh air. She has experience touring with artists around the world, working on set for commercials, tv and film, choreographing for musicians and so much more. We dive into dealing with self doubt at every stage in life, the power of comments from role models, how to show up as your best self and LOADS more… please welcome the beautiful, Jessa Doll.

This episode dives into my personal experiences touring with conventions, auditioning around the world, hip hop battles with Team Canada and my 8 year old start-up ideas…??? It’s wild that we’re over a month into this show. If you have any feedback or suggestions for Briggs & Co please send me a message on @briggs_and_co or email at Briggs.gibbins@gmail.com.

Billy Mustapha was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. He moved to Vancouver, BC right out of high school and built connections that are lasting a lifetime. He enrolled in several dance programs and built relationships that he explains to be the foundation of why his career has ROCKETED to where it is now. From the Oscars to Paula Abdul, Tate Macre and so many others… Billy has been around the block and I’m stoked to chat with him. Reach out to me at Briggs.gibbins@gmail.com or connect directly with Billy Mustapha over on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/billymustapha?igsh=MXhldWRwMWtkYjBjeg==

How Jodi Mclean moved from the prairies to the mountains and picked up extreme sports like alpine split boarding, rock climbing, backcountry hiking and camping. She talks about her path from basic hikes to scaling the rocky mountains highest peaks. She also shares her experience in content creating, building a fitness brand and her work with Fairmont Lake Louise. This is an episode that leaves you itching to set out on your next adventure.

Find Jodi Mclean on instagram at @jodiraemclean

Find Krysten Wiebe on instagram at @krystenwiebe

Find Reuben Driedger on instagram at @canadianmountainboy

Find me on instagram at @briggs_and_co_ or email me at admin@briggsandco.ca

Lauren Ritchie joins us to explore the vital mental skills that dancers and coaches need to cultivate confidence and a growth mindset. We delve into her childhood, her early career and what inspired her to dive into this line of work 👀 From speaking engagements to one-on-one workshops, online training and masterclass instructor, Lauren has been sharing and working with so many dancers and coaches around the world on this topic. If you have any questions for Lauren you can reach her on many platforms by following this link: https://linktr.ee/withlauren

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It's not a stretch to say James Gibbins is a polymath and needless to say he's an interesting cat.

From filing multiple patents, to his experience sculpting, how he turned his life around in his 50s, thoughts on parenting and so much more....

He can't be found on online but send me a message if you have any questions for dad and I'll send them his way. Connect with me via instagram @briggs_and_co_ or email admin@briggsandco.ca

All NEW episode with performer ⁠@keiran.bohay⁠ 

My takeaways from this episode: • The path to success is different for everyone • Being uncomfortable is where growth happens • Vancouver is expensive • Keiran is bloody awesome • Your ability to nail an 8 count is sweet but casting also wants to see how you hold yourself in the room

Credits include musical theatre contracts with the Arts Club Theatre (Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast) and Drayton Entertainment (Newsies); contemporary work with Shay Kuebler’s Radical System Art (Telemetry, Epilogos, M.O.I., Ghost Scripts), and many hit television series and movies (Paramount’s Sonic 2 and Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, NBC’s Zoeys Extraordinary Playlist, CW’s the Flash, Disney’s Descendants 2, ABC’s Once Upon A Time) 

The episode is available on ⁠@spotify⁠ and ⁠@apple⁠ podcasts

May I be so bold to ask, if you like the show please share and subscribe! Shoot me a DM or email admin@briggsandco.ca with any suggestions, questions or comments.

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@teyawild on @briggs_and_co_ podcast 🎙️

➡️Teyas experience as a competitive dancer to booking her first jobs like Sesame Street, Disney and Outer Limits
➡️ The impact conventions like @monstersdance had on her success as a dancer
➡️ Her time working with choreographers like @kennyortegablog , @luudaddy and @jamizzi
➡️ What @taylorswift was like on tour

"For many years, Teya has been building strong credits in both the Canadian and American dance community. TV credits include The Voice and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist (NBC), Riverdale and DC’S Legends Of Tomorrow (CW), The Twilight Zone (Paramount+), as well as The American Music Awards, The Grammy Awards, and The BET Awards. Film credits include Step Up 5, Christmas Chronicles 2, Nickelodeon’s Spectacular!, Center Stage 2: Turn It Up, as well as numerous films for Disney: Sneakerella, Descendants 2 & 3, Freaky Friday, and Zapped. Teya has also toured with US recording artist Hailee Steinfeld, and danced alongside Taylor Swift. Over the years, Teya has also been fortunate enough to work closely with world renowned choreographers Kenny Ortega, Jamal Sims, Luther Brown, Christopher Scott, Aakomon Jones, Draico Johnson, Nappytabs, Fatima Robinson, Tony Testa, and Keone & Mari." - https://dacostatalent.com/teya-wild/

Join us on the latest episode of the Briggs and Co podcast featuring @mandymcmillanmusic ! 🎤✨

Exploring highlights like opening for @trishayearwood , auditioning for a famous country music competition and appearing alongside @kennychesney during his performance at the 2014 @cma 🤠
Mandy and I chat about her time living in @nashvilletn , navigating the entertainment industry’s uncertainties and her exciting NEW work producing and recording new singles like #LTMFG. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about resilience and creativity! 🎶💫

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Meaghan Gipps is a prominent photographer and videographer based in Vancouver. She is well-known for co-founding the Innovate Film Showcase and has toured with various dance conventions. As the lead videographer for @harbourdancecentre, she continually explores innovative approaches to motion capture, pushing the limits of visual storytelling in the dance community.

Topics covered:
➡️Journey from dancer to videographer
➡️ Motivations for starting @innovatefilmshowcase
➡️ Advice for those just getting into photography

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NEW episode w/ CFL offensive lineman: @therealjlaw55 🎙️
Topics we chatted about ⬇️
🔅Getting drafted into the @cfl
🔅Putting in the work to achieve goals
🔅Life during the off season
🔅 The power of a good coach
….And his @popeyes death row meal

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A simple catch up episode to kickstart 2025!

I shared my current hobbies including Ji Jitsu and climbing, the books I am reading like Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, failed attempts at baking and my current music interests...

If you have any questions for me please reach out via instagram: @briggs_and_co_ or email me at admin@briggsandco.ca

Our first episode of 2025 features the incredible @amandaclegs 🌟 As a world-class dancer and choreographer, Amanda shares her journey from performing with stars like @taylorswift
and her experience working with movie stars like @vancityreynolds and Will Ferrel 🤯 In this episode, she opens up about launching her own company, embracing motherhood, and how she transforms challenges into motivation. Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights resilience and creativity! 💪✨ 

The LAST episode of 2024 ✨ 🎙️
Stoked to bring on @marksamuelsofficial for the final episode of this year 🤗

Mark is known famously for his performance and choreography career in the dance and music industry. From his early years in Toronto Canada as a featured performer in Do Dat Group by Luther Brown to working with artists like  @therealmaryjblige ,

@mariahcarey ,

@missymisdemeanorelliott as well as his recent work choreographing for @shawndesman 🕺 You'll be sure to walk away feeling inspired!

Resources:

Find Mark: https://www.instagram.com/marksamuelsofficial/

Dancers Alliance: https://www.instagram.com/dancersalliance?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

The perfect example of "if you want it, work for it".

With over 20 years in the dance industry, Melena is a choreographer, director, and performer known for her work on projects like @netflix ‘A Week Away’ , @hbomaxbe @peacemaker and featured dancer with @cirquedusoleil 😍 Melena opens up about her time on tour, wild adventures to LA, early career breaks in TV/Film and her training from traditional modern and ballet to commercial and street styles. Join us as we dive into her inspiring journey and creative insights! Stay tuned! Check out the show over on @spotify or @apple 💃✨ #briggsandco #leaveaverageforjoe #podcast #motivate #inspire #entertain #create #interview #educate

This episode features the incredibly talented @kira.leach , a professional dancer whose credits include performances with @officialtlc , @camila_cabello , @michaelbuble and @lilbaby . 🌟
She is currently performing in Vegas with @awakening.wynn and continuous to bless us with classes on @naughtygirl.fitness ✨
From her early days at the Denver School of the Arts to captivating audiences worldwide, Kira’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Join us as we dive into her experiences, challenges, and triumphs in the dance industry! 💃
#podcast #dance #entertainment #perform #career #growth #motivate #inspire #spotify #apple #episode

This was a special conversation with my mom, Lisa Gibbins. This chat opened my eyes up to the perspective of a successful business woman who balanced raising 4 kids and living on an acreage. I asked her about her career in government, her passion for leadership, when she thought about having kids and her ability to lead successful teams in business. No matter who you are; whether you are a mom, have a mom or thinking about being a mom, this conversation is for you!