The Rock Star Today Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Giovanni Marsico is the Founder & CEO Of Archangel Academy.  He’s a 2 time Emmy-winning producer.  He’s a TEDx Speaker and Professor X for gifted humans.

In this episode, we discuss the power of building a tribe, superpower words, reversing the spotlight to become a beacon, and the importance of dreaming big.

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Jon Morris is an athlete, actor, conceptual artist working with Le Louvre, Lady Gaga, Cirque du Soleil and the Metropolitain Opera.  He is the founder and CEO of NOWHERE, a 3D community in the Metaverse.

In this episode, we discuss the origin story of the platform, why they ditched avatars and what musicians can do with this new enviroment.

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Kevin Jenne was my co-host or our previous Podcast Outside the Artist's Studio (2006-2009).

He is an amazing artist (Paintings) that have branched out to live events and digital collaborations.

In this episode, we discuss the secret to making connections, the lessons learned since the last Podcast and how to adapt your craft to modern times.

Although this was recorded pre-Covid-19, the information seems so on point with the current situation.

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E. Keller Fitzsimmons is a Serial Tech Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Artist and Mother of two.  Her two first VR projects (Custom Reality Services) premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.  She holds a Master's degree from Harvard University and coaches musicians as they grabble with the emotional realities of the modern music industry.

In this episode, we discuss limiting beliefs that might hold an artist back, frameworks to understand your true identity to face it head on, and ways to step outside of your ego to allow true creative freedom.

This was a fascinating conversation.

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Melanie Sodka is an award winning speaker, Podcaster, Author and TEDx Speaker.  She is the founder of Capacity Creator which helps individual fight the overwhelm of being over committed.  

In this episode, we talk about the traps to being over committed, discuss the best way to say no, and share ideas on how to help musicians.

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This week, we speak with Saher Ghattas, Chief Revenue Officer for Flawless Inbound.  Who doesn't want more revenue?  We discuss the three pillars of marketing:  ACD

Awareness, Consideration and Decision.

Many bands are good at awareness, but need to think about the last two.

Join us for some marketing tips.

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How do you balance touring and family life?  

Jim Sheils is the founder of 18 Summers and has been helping entrepreneurs create deeper connections with their kids and significant other.

In this episode, we go over the very simple, but game changing framework to creating your own quarterly Family Board Meeting.

His book:  "The Family Board Meeting:  You Have 18 Summers to Create Lasting Connection with Your Children" is one I have given out frequently.

Even if you don't have kids...this will help you create better relationships, especially if you aren't always around. 

Gabriella Laberge is a singer/songwriter who won the hearts of fans and judges starting with her blind audition on The Voice (France).  Her YouTube video of Coldplay's "The Scientist" has over 57 Million views to date.  

In this episode, we talk about the effects of appearing on a TV show like The Voice can have on your career.  We discuss the importance of practice, connections and getting a lawyer.

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Sharí Alexander is a communication specialist and founder of Observe Connect Influence, a Los Angeles based training and consulting firm helping leaders increase their influence through educational programs and private coaching.

She sought out the worlds best influencers which include CIA field operatives, hostage negotiators, con artists, pick-up artists, and military intelligence officers to learn how they exert influence.

During our discussion, we apply these skills to situations where a musician or band can use influence to further their career.

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In our introductory episode, the basis for the series, founded on Kevin Kelly's 1,000 True Fans Theory is explained.  

Start the journey which will include interviews with Ted Talk Speakers, Best Selling Authors and Entrepreneurs outside of the music industry.

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