I Dreamed a Dream…Then Checked My Email
by Adam Hill (LCSW), Emily Goldberg, Neil Stratman
‘I Dreamed a Dream…Then Checked My Email’ is a podcast exploring the intersection of mental health and the performing arts through honest conversations, personal stories, and professional perspectives. Hosts Adam Hill (psychotherapist/LCSW) and Emily Goldberg (performer & mental health enthusiast) chat with creative guests about the highs, lows, unexpected turns, and deeply personal experiences that shape a life in the industry. At its heart, this show is about helping people feel less alone on their artistic journeys. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring artist, a therapist, a mental health fan, or someone just figuring out what comes next, there's a seat on the couch for you. This podcast contains occasional strong language and candid conversations. While one of our co-hosts is a licensed psychotherapist, this is not a substitute for professional mental health care.
Episodes
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Stephen Schellhardt - Kindness is a Superpower; No one wants to work with a**holes
What happens when your artistic journey takes an unexpected path—and you discover that success means more than the next role? In this episode, Adam and Emily welcome actor, director, coach, producer, choreographer, and father Stephen Schellhardt for a nerd cluster-fueled heart-to-heart. Stephen...
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Brittney Brown (Part 2) - Comparison is the Thief of Joy; I f*ck hard with a haunted house
What happens when you step away from the thing you love—and discover you can return to it with even more joy? In part two of this episode, Adam and Emily continue their sincere dialogue with actor, singer, director, casting director, and writer, Brittney Brown. Brittney shares her experiences...
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Brittney Brown (Part 1) - You Can’t Fit Every Box; Bringing Back the Word “Rad”
Note: This episode includes conversations about potentially triggering or sensitive topics that may be difficult for some listeners. Please listen at your own discretion and prioritize your emotional well-being. What does it mean to find your authentic self in an industry built around auditions,...
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Meet Adam & Emily (aka Orphan Number 102)
What happens when the dream you’ve chased your whole life starts to look a little different than you imagined? In our premiere episode, hosts Adam Hill and Emily Goldberg dive into their shared theatre roots and the winding paths that followed. From the awkward anxiety of trying to fit in as kids...
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Carolyn Brady - That Baby Can Make a Sandwich; Normalization, Acceptance, & Change
What happens when the people behind the art finally get the space to be seen, heard, and supported? In this episode, Adam Hill and Emily Goldberg sit down with music director, musician, and vocal coach Carolyn Brady for a raw, urgent conversation about authenticity, identity, and acceptance in…
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About this show
‘I Dreamed a Dream…Then Checked My Email’ is a podcast exploring the intersection of mental health and the performing arts through honest conversations, personal stories, and professional perspectives. Hosts Adam Hill (psychotherapist/LCSW) and Emily Goldberg (performer & mental health enthusiast) chat with creative guests about the highs, lows, unexpected turns, and deeply personal experiences that shape a life in the industry. At its heart, this show is about helping people feel less alone on their artistic journeys. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring artist, a therapist, a mental health fan, or someone just figuring out what comes next, there's a seat on the couch for you. This podcast contains occasional strong language and candid conversations. While one of our co-hosts is a licensed psychotherapist, this is not a substitute for professional mental health care.
Hosted by
Adam Hill (LCSW), Emily Goldberg, Neil Stratman
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