Episode 13: The Performing Superpower and How to be Great at Karaoke with Ada Tseng

Only 12% of people have the Performing superpower—the ability to shine in front of others with ease. But what if you could practice it in a way that’s low-stakes, joyful, and just plain fun?   In this episode, Lisa explores how karaoke can be a powerful tool for building confidence in everyday life. She’s joined by writer, editor, and karaoke journalist Ada Tseng, creator of the LA Times Karaoke Generator, to talk about how karaoke helps us get comfortable with the spotlight on our own terms.   In this episode, you’ll learn: What the Performing superpower is (and why so few of us claim it) Why karaoke is actually risk-free confidence training How to pick your perfect karaoke song (with data to back it up) Why letting go of perfection might be your biggest mic-drop moment   Whether you're karaoke-curious or a seasoned shower-singer, this episode is your permission slip to take up space, sing your heart out, and have fun doing it.   00:00 Intro: Why karaoke is a powerful tool for building confidence 00:42 The performing superpower and how we develop it 03:46 Real-life growth: Performing in everyday situations 08:10 Karaoke as practice: A safe, joyful way to build the performing superpower 09:54 Meet Ada Tseng, karaoke journalist and creator of the LA Times Karaoke Generator 14:44 Karaoke as culture, connection, and self-care 18:08 From stage fright to spotlight: Building confidence through song 24:44 What makes a great karaoke song and Lisa and Ada’s top tips 27:42 Letting go of perfection and having fun with it 33:30 Are women held to a higher standard? Making karaoke a judgment-free zone 38:57 The Gravitas team’s favorite karaoke songs 43:53 Final thoughts and Ada’s post-marathon karaoke celebration 46:23 Outro 46:41 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration:      Visit Our Website      Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback      Follow Gravitas on Instagram      Follow Lisa on Instagram      Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn      Follow Gravitas on TikTok    Follow Gravitas on Substack    Suggestions or Questions? Email Us.