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Podcast Merch is Now Available from 2023-11-22T11:32
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ListenSeason 5 Wrap Up from 2023-11-08T11:27:42
Annnnd….. That’s a wrap on Season 5! On this episode I discuss some of the themes and through lines of Season 5. Including Give yourself permission, Give yourself grace, and Be in gratitude as m...
ListenSeason 5 Finale - Ep 516 - Lennon Bone: WHAT'S YOUR THROUGH LINE? from 2023-10-25T10:00:17
From the conversation I had with Artist and Creative strategist Lennon Bone these are may takeaways. First embrace discomfort. There is a reason you are uncomfortable and can you see it as a sig...
ListenEp 515 - Jillian Paige: DON'T FORCE FINDING YOUR GROOVE from 2023-10-11T10:00
I had the pleasure of talking with teaching artist Jillian Paige and these are some of my takeaways. First, learn how to pace yourself on this artistic journey. There will be ebbs and flows and ...
ListenEp 514 - Talia Thiesfield: THE IMPERMANENCE OF A PIVOT from 2023-09-27T10:00
I had the pleasure of talking with actor and actor career coach Talia Thiesfield and these are some of my takeaways. Pivots are both internal and external and can be big or small but either way ...
ListenEp 513 - Simone Serra: WHERE FOCUS GOES ENERGY FLOWS from 2023-09-13T10:16
From the conversation I had with actress, voiceover artist, and coach Simone Serra these are my takeaways. Expectations are a funny thing. If we can come into more experiences in our life withou...
ListenEp 512: Faith Boles - SOMETHING'S GOTTA GIVE from 2023-08-30T10:23
I had the pleasure of talking with actor, director, and producer Faith Boles and these are some of the takeaways from our conversation. First complacency can ruin your career, if you find yourse...
ListenEp 511 - Andrew Norlen: CONNECTING THE DOTS from 2023-08-16T10:00
Speaking with author, actor, and artist Andrew Norlen led me to these takeaways. First, people tend to see you before you see yourself. They can see your talents and greatness before you do, and...
ListenEp 510 - Sierra White: HARD RESETS CAN BRING JOY from 2023-08-02T11:28
Here are some takeaways from the conversation I had with actor, singer, and cabaret artist Sierra White. First, sometimes we need a hard reset, and a reset doesn’t mean you are failing, it means...
ListenEp 509 - Susan Hensel: SHOW UP from 2023-07-19T10:23
Susan Hensel has a career that spans over 50 years and she is currently a Textile sculptor. The conversation we had led me to these takeaways. First, life is not going to present itself to ...
ListenEp 508 - Olithea Anglin: IT'S CALLED GROWTH from 2023-07-05T10:29
I talked to the creative human known as Olithea Anglin and I wanted to share some takeaways from our conversation. First up, there are so many ways to feel artistically full, so don’t pigeonhole...
ListenEp 507 - Shaness Kemp: UNKNOWINGLY PLANTING SEEDS from 2023-06-21T11:00
Here are some takeaways from the conversation I had with Shaness Kemp who happens to be a performing artist, choreographer, and dance educator. The first takeaway is you need time to replenish. ...
ListenEp 506 - Darlene Hope: THERE ARE LEVELS TO THIS from 2023-06-07T11:00:22
From the conversation that I had with Darlene Hope, who is an actress, I have some takeaways I wanted to share. First, it’s all about your staying power. Being in the arts, especially as an acto...
ListenEp 505 - Julio Agustin: RINSE AND REPEAT from 2023-05-24T10:28
From the conversation that I had with Julio Agustin, who is a Theatrical consultant and entrepreneur, I have some key takeaways I wanted to share. First, resisting change and things shifting oft...
ListenEp 504 - Tiffany Soricelli: SUCCESS LEAVES CLUES from 2023-05-10T11:00
1.Stop downplaying the skills you have learned through the arts. Meaning if you’re an artist who is looking to pivot or have a parallel career in something artistic or not, stand on the skills y...
ListenEp 503 - Roslyn Seale: A TIME OF TRANSITION from 2023-04-26T11:00
Listen to your body. Period. That’s what I took away from this conversation with actor and performer Roslyn Seale. We discuss our hesitancy to try new things but then it’s something we end up lo...
ListenPart 2 -Ep 502- Johnathan Lee Iverson: BEAUTIFUL DETOUR from 2023-04-12T11:30
Life comes in seasons which could include giving you a beautiful detour. That’s what I took away from this conversation with Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson. In this episode we discuss letting ...
ListenPart 1- Ep 502- Johnathan Lee Iverson: BEAUTIFUL DETOUR from 2023-04-12T11:30
Life comes in seasons which could include giving you a beautiful detour. That’s what I took away from this conversation with Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson. In this episode we discuss letting ...
ListenEp 501 - Shenea Stiletto: IS YOUR BASELINE JOY? from 2023-03-29T10:00
Don’t put yourself or thoughts of what you could be in a box, that can hinder you because you are allowed to grow! That was my takeaway from this conversation with Circuspreneur Shenea Stiletto!...
ListenSeason 5 Trailer from 2023-03-23T00:51
Hello! I am excited to say welcome to Season 5 of The Artist Pivot Podcast! I am your host Ayana Major Bey and I happen to be an actor, voice-over artist, mentor, and world traveler. This is a b...
ListenSeason 4 Finale -Part 1-David Maurice Sharp: COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES from 2022-10-26T11:00
In part 1 of the season finale I am joined by financial literacy educator and former modern dancer David Maurice Sharp. David is the author of The Thriving Artist: Saving and Investing for P...
ListenSeason 4 Finale -Part 2- Paco de Leon: SETTING THE INFORMATION FREE from 2022-10-26T11:00
In part 2 of the season finale I am joined by author, illustrator, and musician Paco de Leon. She is the founder of The Hell Yeah Group, a financial firm dedicated to inspiring creatives to e...
ListenEp 415 - Jeremy Ten: TAKE THE FIRST STEP from 2022-10-12T11:00
On this episode I am joined by professional figure skater and choreographer turned Realtor Jermey Ten. Jeremy Ten is a Junior National Champion, the 2015 Canadian Silver medalist, and a 2 tim...
ListenEp 414-Blue: EACH ONE TEACH ONE from 2022-09-28T11:00
On this episode I am joined by BLUE. Hailing from Brooklyn, BLUE is a podcaster, photographer and brand consultant that started off as an independent music artist. He has taken his different ...
ListenEp 413-Shirine Babb: SOMETHING MORE from 2022-09-14T11:00
Shirine Babb is an award winning artist who is passionate and committed to diversity, creativity, and professionalism. In addition to more than 20 years of acting experience, Shirine has a BF...
ListenEp 412-Davon Williams: MESS AROUND AND FIND OUT from 2022-08-31T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Actor, Producer, Teaching Artist, Writer, and Strategist Davon Williams. Two-Time Anthem Award winner, Davon Williams is an International performer, the Directo...
ListenEp 411-Renée Jackson: ENJOY THIS SEASON from 2022-08-17T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Singer, Actor, Streamer, and now vlogger Renée Jackson. Born and raised in sunny Tampa, Florida, Renée grew up listening to her father play records. Influenced ...
ListenEp 410-Carlita Victoria: VISIT OTHER PARTS OF YOURSELF from 2022-08-03T14:00
On the episode I am joined by Carlita Victoria. Carlita is a Raleigh, NC native and a lover of cupcakes and laughter. Carlita founded Darkness RISING Nonprofit for Black mental health to crea...
ListenEp 409-Keisha Gilles: CONSISTENT CURIOSITY from 2022-07-20T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Actor and Teaching Artist Keisha Gilles. Keisha Gilles is a theater artist who guides humans as they grow in their artistry through light, laughter and love. Li...
ListenEp 408-Queen Shereen Macklin: DEFINE YOUR OWN SUCCESS from 2022-07-06T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Intuitive Healer/Performer/Teaching Artist/Entrepreneur Queen Shereen Macklin. Queen Shereen is a bright, bold and vibrant soul who embodies her vision of freed...
ListenEp 407-Hamadi Price: JUST DO IT from 2022-06-22T11:00
On this episode I am joined by artist Hamadi Price. Hamadi has always been drawn to self expression and expressionism in general through art, whether movement and performance or visual medium...
ListenEp 406-Britney Lee: BE BRAVE from 2022-06-08T11:00
On this episode I am joined by arts educator and advocate Britney Lee. She is the Performing Arts Center Specialist and Theater/Dance District Lead for Clayton County Public Schools. Britney ...
ListenEp 405-Kimberly Dodson: VALUE YOURSELF from 2022-05-25T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Kimberly Dodson. She is a Baltimore native and a lover of knitting, contemporary art museums, video games, reading really good books, taking walks in new neighb...
ListenEp 404-Walnette Santiago: THE POWER OF NOW from 2022-05-11T11:00
On this episode I am joined by actress, author, and the founder of Sippin’ Success Walnette Santiago. Sippin’ Success, is a highly sought after community of actors choosing to live under the ...
ListenEp 403-Ian Coulter-Buford: HERE FOR A MOMENT from 2022-04-13T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Ian Coulter-Buford. Hailing from Belleville, IL now based in New York City, Ian is a performer, choreographer, creative director, recording artist, and educator...
ListenEp 402-Leo Christopher Sheridan: YOU CAN PRESS PAUSE from 2022-03-30T11:00
On this episode I am joined by Leo Christopher Sheridan an Actor, Creator, Activist, and Healthcare professional.
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Season 4 Trailer from 2022-03-09T12:00
Hello! Welcome to Season 4 of The Artist Pivot Podcast! To both new and regular listeners, thank you so much for joining me! My name is Ayana Major Bey, I am an actress, voice over artist, me...
ListenEp 310-Walter"The Champ"Kemp: COMPLETELY ALIGNED from 2021-12-08T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Fitness Artist Walter “The Champ” Kemp. Walter Kemp Jr, a fitness artist and influencer, who at 250 lbs dedicated his life to mental, physical, and spiritual gr...
ListenEp 309-Rachel Josefina: YOU HAVE THE CHOICE from 2021-12-01T07:00
On this episode I am joined by mindset coach and performer Rachel Josefina. She is the host of the Mindset in the Making podcast and is a mindset coach for anyone looking to drop the hustle m...
ListenEp 308-Season 1 Look Back from 2021-11-03T07:00
On this episode we are doing a little something different and taking a look back at our top three downloaded episodes of Season 1. Well technically it’s the top 4 because there is a tie for t...
ListenEp 307-Deidra Grace Chiverton: TALENT IS JUST THE ICING from 2021-10-27T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actress, teaching artist, entrepreneur, and children’s book author, Deidra Grace Chiverton. She is a Miami , FL native but working in theatre has taken her all ...
ListenEp 306-Karissa Harris: REST IS REVOLUTIONARY from 2021-10-20T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actress, singer, astrologer, and spiritual fitness leader Karissa Harris. She loves to create art that is real, vulnerable, and honest. She is a spiritual fitn...
ListenEp 305-Sarah Gracel Anderson: SWEET DREAMS from 2021-10-13T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Carbonell Award winning actress, singer, baker, entrepreneur, mentor, aka The Dramatic Dessertress, Sarah Gracel Anderson. She is from Miramar, Florida and the ...
ListenEp 304-Kolby Kindle: YOU WON'T KNOW UNTIL YOU TRY from 2021-10-06T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actor, singer, enthusiastic mover, and teaching artist, Kolby Kindle. Originally from Oklahoma City he grew up singing and dancing in the church. He received a ...
ListenEp 303-JRose-I DIDN'T COME TO PLAY from 2021-09-29T07:00
On this episode I am joined by spoken word artist, host, entrepreneur, and mentor JRose. She was born and raised in Queens and her love of hip hop inspired her to start writing poetry. After ...
ListenEp 302-Jade Jones: LEAP OF FAITH from 2021-09-22T07:00
On this Episode I am joined by performer Jade Jones. She is a native South Floridian, graduate of UCF, and has been singing and acting professionally for several years. Taking on such roles a...
ListenEp 301-Lea Anderson: LIVE OUT LOUD from 2021-09-15T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Singer/Songwriter and performing artist Lea Anderson. Born in Washington DC, raised in South Carolina now residing in New York, Lea’s goal is to conquer the mus...
ListenSeason 3 Trailer from 2021-09-10T07:00
Welcome to Season 3 of The Artist Pivot Podcast! My name is Ayana Major Bey and well I am your host. I am on a mission to educate, empower, and celebrate artists so they have no option but to...
ListenEp 215-Season 2 Finale-Tyla Collier: Prioritize Your Mindset from 2021-05-26T07:00
On this episode I am joined by performer Tyla Collier. She is a Boston Conservatory grad and was playing Ti Moune in Once on This Island before the shutdown. During the pandemic, she started...
ListenEp 214-Brian S. Davis: Share Your Light from 2021-05-19T07:00
On this episode I am joined by entertainer Brian Davis. He is an Apollo Talent Search Winner, Philadelphia Tap Idol, and Substitute Executioner for the Apollo Theater’s Historic Amateur Night...
ListenEp 213-J Nycole Ralph: Tell Resistance to Go! from 2021-05-12T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Actor and Artist Entrepreneur Coach J Nycole Ralph. As one of the top 2% of actors in the industry and as a powerful coach, J Nycole Ralph loves helping others ...
ListenEp 212-Michael Kushner: Multi-Hyphenating is a Science from 2021-05-05T07:00
On this episode I am joined by the true multi-hyphenate Michael Kushner. He is the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys and his next project is <...
ListenEp 211-Kris Roberts: Passion Isn't Fixed from 2021-04-28T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Broadway Actress and Travel Planner Kris Roberts. She appeared in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and was currently in Little Shop of Horrors before the shut...
ListenEp 210-Ceasar F. Barajas: Feel the Beauty Within You from 2021-04-21T07:00
On this episode I am joined by performing artist and International Wellness Mentor & Advocate, Ceasar F. Barajas. Becoming a Wellness Mentor & Advocate came to be as he still present...
ListenEp 209-Ned Donovan: Creating Vibes Only from 2021-04-14T07:00
On this episode I am joined by the multi-hyphenated Ned Donovan. He is a content creator whose background covers a wide range of skill and experience including: Acting, Singing, Fight Directi...
ListenEp 208-Sharrod Williams: Willfully Waiting No More from 2021-04-07T07:00
On this episode I am joined by the multi-hyphenated Sharrod Williams. He grew up in Newark, New Jersey the middle child of Kevin and Pamela. A Capricorn in all the best ways, Sharrod is a dre...
ListenEp 207-Lisa B. Lewis: The (Virtual) Circus is back in town! from 2021-03-31T07:00
On this episode I am joined by founder and executive director of Omnium Circus Lisa Lewis. Lisa began her career with Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus. She earned a Masters Degree...
ListenEp 206-Ryan Bancroft: Back in Focus from 2021-03-24T07:00
On this episode I am joined by conductor Ryan Bancroft. He is originally from Los Angeles, California and is currently the principal conductor with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. He stu...
ListenEp 205-Tommy Coleman: Adventure is my Favorite Word from 2021-03-17T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actor, voiceover artist, and teacher Tommy Coleman. A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Tommy's love of acting took him to Philadelphia, Scotland, London, bac...
ListenEp 204-Robbin Major: Factory Reset from 2021-03-10T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actress, singer, comedian, and entrepreneur Robbin Major. Also known to me as my cousin friend. I say that because Robbin and I met at an audition many years ag...
ListenEp 203-Megan Colleen: Stay in Your Magic from 2021-03-03T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Megan Colleen Johnson. She is a life coach, creative consultant, space holder, and speaker, who helps passionate humans as they rise as the leader of their own ...
ListenEp 202-Ambe J Williams: Artists Have Boundaries Too from 2021-02-24T07:00
On this episode I am joined by photographer and performer Ambe J. Williams. She is a New Jersey born, Brooklyn based self taught photographer and small business owner. Before she was photogra...
ListenEp 201-Kwame Michael Remy: The World is Waiting on You from 2021-02-17T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actor, singer, entertainer, teacher, and entrepreneur Kwame Michael Remy. He is an international performing artist with theatre, concert, and recording credits....
ListenSeason 2 Trailer from 2021-02-10T07:00
Hello... Hello... Hello! Welcome to Season 2 of The Artist Pivot Podcast!!
Welcome back to my lovely loyal listeners. Welcome and thank you to my new ones!
This is ...
Ep 116-Season 1 Finale - The Real Housewives of After Midnight 3.0: This is Who I Am from 2020-12-16T07:00
On this season 1 finale episode I am joined by The Real Housewives of After Midnight 3.0, which include Brenda Braxton, Leandra Ellis-Gaston, Asha-Brownie Gordon, Krystal Mackie, Iman Ayana B...
ListenEp 115-Alex Costello: Grow Through What You Go Through from 2020-12-09T07:00
On this episode I am joined by independent filmmaker and writer Alex Costello. He is based in Los Angeles and has been an avid movie fan since he was a kid. Alex went to film school and has ...
ListenEp 114-Gregory Omar Osborne: Pivot Boldly from 2020-12-02T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Progressive Theater founder Gregory Omar Osborne. Progressive Theater is a nonprofit theater company which aims to tell culturally enriched stories that empower...
ListenEp 113-Delanie Fischer: Artists Have the Power from 2020-11-18T07:00
On this episode I am joined by former stand-up comedian, former gag gift business owner, and now simplicity coach Delanie Fischer. She has made many a pivot and has found that conscious consu...
ListenEp 112-Yvette Monique Clark: Diva of the'Demic from 2020-11-11T07:00
On this episode, I am joined by singer and actress Yvette Monique Clark. She was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and started her career a little later in life. She was the mother of a n...
ListenEp 111-Tracie Franklin: Whiskey and Tangible Change from 2020-11-04T07:00
On this episode I am joined by former actress, whiskey educator, and now whiskey distiller apprentice, Tracie Franklin. She grew up in a military family and is now based in DC. Traveling and ...
ListenEp 110-Andrew Shade: Full for Me, Overflow for You from 2020-10-28T07:00
On this episode I am joined by actor, producer, founder & creative director of Broadway Black, Andrew Shade. He is originally from Indiana and now resides in New York City. This year he p...
ListenEp 109-Marisha Wallace: Focusing on MY dream from 2020-10-21T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Broadway & West End actress and now recording artist Marisha Wallace. She is from North Carolina, lived in New York City for sometime, and moved to London w...
ListenEp 108-Tamala Baldwin: Say Yes to Yourself from 2020-10-14T07:00
On this episode I am joined by filmmaker, actress, and producer Tamala Baldwin. She is the creator of the series Bubbly Brown Sugar, that is now streaming on UrbanFlix TV, and wants her writi...
ListenEp 107-Chance Hill: Truly Fulfilled from 2020-10-07T07:00
On this episode I am joined by aerialist and dancer Chance Hill. He has a BFA from Southeast Missouri State University and is a former dancer with the Chicago Repertory Ballet. He has also be...
ListenEp 106-Martina Sykes: Perspective of Abundance from 2020-09-30T07:00
On this episode, I am joined by actress Martina Sykes. She hails from St. Petersburg, FL and graduated from the University of Florida. She was in Motown: The Musical both on Broadway and the ...
ListenEp 105-Tempestt Perrin: Know Your Worth from 2020-09-23T07:00
On this episode I am joined by dancer, singer, and model, Tempestt Perrin. She hails from Houston, Texas and now resides in New York City. She has graced the stage of the Houston Grand Opera,...
ListenEp 104-Salisha Thomas: Who Are We Now? from 2020-09-16T07:00
On this episode I am joined by Salisha Thomas who is an Actress, Blogger, and former Disney vocalist. She was in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical on Tour as well as on Broadway, and a forme...
ListenEp 103-Tavia Riveé: Creative Energy from 2020-09-09T08:00
On this episode I am joined by Tavia Riveé who is a performer, director, and former Communications Coordinator for the LA Chamber of Commerce. After earning her Communications degree from Cha...
ListenEp 102-James Roberts IV: It hasn't been done by me from 2020-09-09T08:00
On this episode I am joined by James Roberts IV. He is an actor, singer, and content creator. He's appeared to critical acclaim in numerous regional and national touring productions and ...
ListenOh Hey, I'm Ayana Major Bey from 2020-08-31T12:00
Oh Hey, I'm Ayana Major Bey and welcome to the Artist Pivot! On this teaser episode I give you a little bit more about me and a sneak peak of what's to come.
This podcast was...
Introducing The Artist Pivot Podcast from 2020-08-20T16:00
Welcome to The Artist Pivot! This podcast was created to talk with artists about their current pivot, past pivots, and every pivot in between. To celebrate our innate ability to reevaluate and a...
ListenIntroducing The Artist Pivot Podcast from 2020-08-20T12:00
Welcome to The Artist Pivot! This podcast was created to talk with artists about their current pivot, past pivots, and every pivot in between. To celebrate our innate ability to reevaluate and a...
ListenIntroducing The Artist Pivot Podcast from 2020-08-20T12:00
Welcome to The Artist Pivot! This podcast was created to talk with artists about their current pivot, past pivots, and every pivot in between. To celebrate our innate ability to reevaluate and a...
ListenIntroducing The Artist Pivot Podcast from 2020-08-20T12:00
Welcome to The Artist Pivot! This podcast was created to talk with artists about their current pivot, past pivots, and every pivot in between. To celebrate our innate ability to reevaluate and a...
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