A Chatter Of Fact
by Robby Celestin
Conversations over coffee (and Irish cream) with actors, singers, directors, writers, winemakers and many other types of entertaining and engaging people. You'll be enlightened, amused, inspired, intrigued, or at the very least…temporarily distracted.
Episodes
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EP60 The Performing Arts Doctor
The world of performance is always in need of true mentors and motivators. Enter The Performing Arts Doctor! Terry Hudson is a master of the arts and has been sharing his knowledge with young performers around the globe. This is a story about a self starter whose passion to learn by the best…
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EP59 Snakes, Sharks, Trees and Passion
Julia Galbenu is dodging deadly snakes, battling "sharky" waters, saving nature and writing it all down for us to enjoy. This charming and talented English author of Find Your Wild is a conservation crusader, an adventurer and member of England's National Trust. (Robby finally has a reason to…
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EP58 Pinch Yourself
Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Hall and Oates- Everett Bradley has shared the stage with these huge stars and many more. And he has the tales to prove it! His talent, energy, heart and drive know no bounds. Listen and experience this bright and shining star.
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Kevon Carter: Succeed By Being You
Branding can be fun when you sell who you really are. Kevon Carter's musical talents and natural wit has created a unique and entertaining persona that has garnered online success. This episode highlights ideas and tips that can encourage any life journey. BONUS: Show ends with Robby's new song...
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EP56: Brian Dunne, Saying It's So
Brian plays for Hall & Oates/Live From Daryl's House and has performed/recorded or toured with Bobby Caldwell, AWB, Ariana Grande, India Arie, Todd Rundgren, Jason Mraz, Patti Austin, Mayer Hawthorne, Allen Stone, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sammy Hagar and many more. You'll hear Brian's wonderful story as...
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EP55 A Perfect Event is Up To You
Building your perfect event takes patience, know how and an ability to "herd the cats". Enjoy Megan Estrada as she shares the perfect plan along with a grand life/career story. From surviving 9/11 to forging her own life's path to dealing with the effects of a COVID induced shutdown, this episode...
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EP54 Kenny Braasch. Eat right. Work hard.
Diversify! Kenny Braasch has ventured into booking, modeling, television and marketing. He's figured out how to be successful behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Listen to this self made Southsider discuss capturing success on the Chicagoland scene and beyond.
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EP 53 How to lead, live and voiceover.
Great perspective! Great voice! Listen to this master class on leading a band (amusing stories included), building a voiceover career and finding your place in life. Domingo Castillo not only has a great story to tell, but a GREAT voice to tell it with. Enjoy!
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EP52 A Music Life
A colorful and varied story of a true musical crusader. Tom Lounges is a classic, almost storybook character who's tale is filled with hard work and passion. Sit back and enjoy as we explore the life of a music lover who delved into so much including record store ownership, promotion, radio…
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EP51 Claude McKnight
Every singer needs to hear this episode! One of the finest vocalists on the planet (Claude McKnight of Take 6) shares his awe inspiring insights and stories. This one is a gift for the ears!
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EP50 Barenaked Ladies and Beyond
Celebrating Episode 50 with Jim Creeggan of the Barenaked Ladies! Featuring origin stories, band philosophies, doo wop songs, The Persuasions and Punjabi chili. Creeggan's intelligent, insightful and hilarious personality shines in this awesome chat.
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EP49 Build your own empire!
A true and inspiring tale of building success from the ground up! Take notes as David Calzaretta (Maggie Speaks, Magnificent Events) shares valuable industry tips and entertaining origin stories.
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EP48 Melissa McGurren
A special treat for you Chicago listeners! The lovely and talented Melissa McGurren (THE MIX- 101.9FM) graces your ears with her story of major media success. From radio to TV and Tom Hanks to Matt Damon, this episode has it all. Strap in for a helicopter ride of a chat! *Follow Melissa on...
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EP47 The Recipe of You
Using all that you are to succeed- Cover Girls Violin show owner/operator and performer Jen Lowe tells her tale of creating an incredibly successful business built around her very unique talents and passions. It's a fun tale that ends up on stage with the iconic band Chicago among other places....
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EP 46 Smart and Funny
Two Words. Smart and Funny. This is Mona Aburmishan. Strap in and enjoy this amazing combo of comical observations and intelligent insight. Forget the Kardasians. It's much more fun keeping up with Mona. Future Comics. Listen and learn!
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EP 45 Aladdin Speaks!
Disney's Aladdin speaks! Adam Jacobs, a bonafide Broadway star discusses the role he made famous on stage as well as many other iconic characters. (Spoiler- He was also Simba!) This is a true "build your own adventure" story featuring a talented and inspiring performer.
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EP 44 The Machines Have Taken Over
Knowing where you are - The ups and downs of social media - Also, live sax, music stories and deep thoughts and concepts discussed in the friendliest of ways. Robby invites Cherry Poppin Daddies member (among other groups) Josh Hettwer for an all encompassing chat.
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EP 43 Jingles and Singles
Madonna, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Ministry, Michael McDonald-- Yvonne Gage has worked with these legends and so many others. But wait there's more! This amazing vocalist has been on just about every mainstream jingle ever produced. Her story (which contains one of the most interesting…
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EP 42 Shimmy Your Way To The Top
Funny is an international concept and South African comic Shimmy Isaacs is here to prove it! This chat is another wonderful journey through the world of entertainment. Learn all about growing up and living in South Africa, building a solid comic set, and finding your own way in life. Let Shimmy...
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EP 41 Art Alexakis
Art Alexakis takes time in a loud backstage setting to discuss life and music. Robby describes what it's like having a Celebrity Drop In concert with a 90's rockstar.
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EP 40 - What's China Like? (Relaunch)
New Intro featuring a show update! - Relaunching "What's China like?" What does a 14 and 1/2 hour flight do to your body and mind? You'll enjoy this hilarious and informative tale of Robby's trip to Shanghai and it's surrounding villages. The episode features everyone's favorite sounding board,...
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EP39 The Strings of Life Pt.2
Have you ever heard someone groggily converse before the coffee kicks in? That's how it starts before the one second break in which Zara and Robby return fully caffeinated. It's time to dive into the second part of Zara Zaharieva's fascinating story. In Part 2 we find out how to deal with a...
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EP38 The Strings of Life - Part 1
Strap your ears in and hang on! This hilarious, thought provoking and sexy roller coaster of a chat features violinist Zara Zaharieva. She came to Chicago barely speaking English armed with $200 in her pocket, passion in her heart and world wide talent. Enjoy!
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How To Deal
Robby had to perform onstage hours after his mother passed away. This was recorded on his phone days later. -How do you get on stage after tragic news? How do you deal? (Excuse the sound quality as this was not the podcast's typical studio recording.)
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EP 36 - Looper
Do it all. Be it all. And do it well. From looping, writing and singing to voice over work to acting on television, this is the life journey and story of Taylor Mallory. Listen in and be inspired. This episode will remind everyone how to stay on track and keep moving.
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EP 35- Surviving Social Media
Social media strategies. Also- Do you rant? Do you promote? If so, where and when? Master of fashion and social media Sararose is back with a twisty turny tale as well as tips and info for building your brand on social media. Your ears will give this a "Like".
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EP 34 - Living with Death
Listen to a brave and talented comedian talk about life and work in the midst of her battle with cancer. R.I.P. Miss Nikki.
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EP 33 - Smile til it hurts.
A real life take on being a top 15 contestant in the Ms. America Pageant. Life's twists and turns took a young beautiful singer/songwriter from a town in Massachusetts to the national stage. This will be the most fun, down to earth take on the pageant world you'll ever hear! Alissa Musto shares…
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EP 32 - Don't beat around the bush.
Working hard, being fearless and using what you got can yield amazing results. Molly Callinan does this and more. Whether she's traveling the world with Gary Sinise's Lt. Dan Band, bouncing around the US in theater productions or singing in the popular Chicago based band Catfight, this girl...
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EP:31 - How to TED Talk.
Rome walkin' and TED talkin'! Robby and his wonderfully witty brother Paul Celestin talk you through the streets of Rome. If you've never been (or if you just want to hear a twisted and crazy take on the ancient city) listen to this hilarious Roman tale. But that's not all - Robby gave a TEDx…
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EP: 30 - Defeat Your Demons
A fun informative and important conversation. The first half of the episode explores Brittany Lee Moffitt's self discovery as an amazing singer songwriter and local brand. (The chat also touches on Chris Cornell and Hanson. Ever thought you'd see those two in the same sentence?) The second half...
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EP: 29 - How to be a class act.
How do you keep your heart in the job? What's it like to perform for troops on a USO tour? As you learn these things, prepare to be charmed. 83 year old vocalist Billy Shelton is a walking piece of music history. As a member of the Spaniels (Goodnight Sweetheart) and the Soul Stirrers (The only...
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Episode 28- Real News
EXTRA! EXTRA! Get your chat right here! Let's talk about the art of real journalism and all that it entails! Chicago Tribune writer Shannon Ryan unpacks the journalistic world and shares her unique journey and insights. *How do you find the angles of a story when you're covering the same sport...
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Episode 27- Let's talk about sex.
Podcast host, writer and Chicago sexpert Katie Roach has an intelligent and fun take on sex and human connections. The chat tackles many misconceptions about sex, relationships and even porn. (She's interviewed pornstars firsthand and introduces a whole new perspective on the industry.) Follow...
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Episode 26- Think big, think small.
Lessons for any project! Dr. Chad Eric Bergman brings a small store front theatre approach to North Park University students, thus giving them real world prep. His all encompassing views and ideas will inspire and enlighten. Listen and learn and enjoy! Chad can be found at www.bergman.space
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Episode 25- Molly Checks In
WARNING: This chat contains Rogue One SPOILERS and moments of EXTREME CUTENESS. Last time we chatted with Molly Marie she was 4. It's time to check in and look at the world through the eyes of a 7 year old. It's just the kind of chat we all need. Enjoy!
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Episode 24- Work for Art not Fame
The many wonderful faces of Kat Sass. Another fun journey into the many worlds of entertainment. This is a great example of how much success can be gained when you work toward ART not FAME. Sometimes you're fixing costumes by a beluga whale and sometimes you're peeing...with clothes on. True…
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Episode 23: Lights, camera, listen!
Directing, editing, finding your way up the ladder and- STAR WARS and Empire. (Not "Strikes Back". We're talking about the TV show.) Overall production master Matthew Byori Mann swaps filmmaking stories with Robby and shares his insightful and interesting views and ideas. From working for a major...
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Episode 22- Take me out to the ballgame.
Ever wonder how to get a tune about your favorite sports team noticed? Katie Day talks about getting her Chicago Cubs inspired songs out into the world! She also discusses her inspiring musical journey from Munster, IN to Los Angelos, CA. (With a stint in Nashville in between!) Pull up your ears...
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Episode 21: How to sing (and live!)
Want to learn how to sing? Learn about voice, life in an Alaskan cabin (we're talking no running water or fridge!) and the beauty and power of opera. Nicole Besa is here to charm and enlighten your day.
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Episode 20 - Blog vs Podcast
Let's compare blogs and podcasts. This is a fun and interesting exploration into the journey of creative application. (It's also a great "how to" lesson in blogging) Two very different bloggers share their unique stories and reasons for doing what they do. Allison Felus (Queen of Peaches) and Don...
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Episode 19: Jasmine Returns!
Everyone's favorite professional dancer and entrepreneur comes back to chat! Fill your earholes with another wonderful round of stories. It's time to discuss movies, broadway, Celine Dion's parties and the strategies needed to land a gig! Jasmine Ejan returns. Bonus- she has new Blowpaste flavors!
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Episode 18: Makin' It In The Big City! PT. 2
And suddenly you're touring with a major Broadway production! Feast your ears on these interesting and fun facts and tidbits as Jo Ann Daugherty rounds out her grand musical tale. This second leg of her story is not to be missed. (Jo Ann Daugherty Part 2)
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Episode 17: Makin' It In The Big City!
Want to make it in the big city and beyond? Jo Ann Daugherty and Robby Celestin take you through a wonderfully charming "how to" episode. Listen in as the amazingly talented Jo Ann shares her story of honing her musical craft and taking it to the windy city. (Also, the secret- not so secret…
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Episode 16- JBTV Jerry Bryant
Chicago's JB TV is the longest running independent music show in the U.S. From Dave Matthews Band and Fallout Boy to No Doubt, this show has brought many of music's favorite acts to television. Walk your ears through an amazing story of media and life with JB TV's Jerry Bryant! Robby Celestin…
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A Chatter of Fact 15: Tom Foolery
Let's explore the comedic muscle and machine! Dive into a deep chat about supporting, supplying and creating the funny! Tom Byelick (With his lovely/witty partner in comedy Michelle Gonzalez Piskol) walks us through his amazing road to building a diverse and successful comedy show. Listen to the...
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A Chatter of Fact 14: Harmony France
What happens when your blog suddenly receives worldwide attention? How would you handle your daily rant being picked up by the Huffington Post and the New York Times? Harmony France's amazing piece on diversity in the arts captured the hearts and minds of people in and out of the acting…
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A Chatter of Fact 13: Be Nicole Garza
A lesson in life and music. This chat lists tips on the lead singer approach from the inside out as well as other aspects of a successful "life in music". Singer/songwriter/performer and all around biz wiz Nicole Garza graces your ears with this fun and insightful chat. Robby and Nicole swap...
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A Chatter of Fact 12: The Cancer Queen of Comedy
Miss Nikki covers it all! Living with cancer. Living the life of a comedian. Meeting Spike Lee and working on Empire (great behind the scenes stories) and Chiraq. Handling local celebrity status. Open up your heart (and your ears) as Robby walks you through the life, love and process of a…
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A Chatter of Fact 11: Tequila and Doughnuts
Cunio chats with Robby about his days starring in Jersey Boys and singing in Under The Streetlamp- but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Whilst downing doughnuts and tequila these two soul men talk about Cunio's CD Back Alley Soul, the differences between the theater world and band world and…
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About this show
Conversations over coffee (and Irish cream) with actors, singers, directors, writers, winemakers and many other types of entertaining and engaging people. You'll be enlightened, amused, inspired, intrigued, or at the very least…temporarily distracted.
Hosted by
Robby Celestin