Applaudable Perspectives

Pam Lewis is joined by tour guide Jose Alfonzo during her trip to South America. Jose received a five year degree in ecotourism learning how to complete projects in either ecotourism or ecology. He is knowledgeable in all things Amazon, from the protected animals and wildlife to illegal waste and mining practices they are trying to protect the environment from. Tune in to learn more about conserving the rainforest.  

Pam Lewis is joined by singer, dancer, actor and entertainer, Nancy Hays, with a special guest, Joan Lewis. Hays, the Illinois native, started her musical career in her teens. She was exposed to country music at a young age through many different jobs, including Opryland. Hays has been a wife and mother and raised four children, all sharing their mother’s love of music. Both a touring and top charting country artist as well as a successful university graduate, Nancy Hays is an inspiration. Tune in to listen as her and Pam discuss her journey and career in entertainment. 

This episode of Applaudable Perspectives features PLA Media CEO Pam Lewis and 1/2 of the hosts from “Two Bottles Deep,” Wes Schmitz. A Central Illinois native, Wes was born in a deeply religious community of just under 6,000. It was at an early age that Wes came to terms with his sexuality. Listen in as he talks about shame, guilt, his coming out experience, and how expressing vulnerability can lead to self-acceptance and pride.

Originally from Toronto Canada, Eric Genuis is an acclaimed composer, pianist, and speaker. His first love was composing and performing original work, which has taken him to stages across the world. Living through the motto “never say no”, he found himself performing for people in the prison system.  He continues to play for those who need music most through his non-profit, Concerts for Hope.

Pam is joined by President/CEO of the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Yuri Cunza. Originally from Peru and attending school in Argentina, Yuri made his way to America, straight to Nashville. He came to the United States for the entertainment industry but ended up being the perfect fit for the Hispanic Chamber here in Nashville. Tune in as Yuri and Pam talk about travel and culture.

Pam Lewis calls to talk to producer Craig Brandwein with Center Sound Records. The native New Yorker has been surrounded by all genres of music his entire life. They were constantly playing music in the house and many of his family members had instruments. While he loved playing and writing, he found himself called to the studio. Tune him to hear about his career in music production, the recent influence of AI, and the importance of music in film.

This week, we sit down with Penny Gattis of Eclipse Music Group to talk about Music Publishing. Throughout her career, she has worked in publishing, A&R, and creative directing. Tune in to hear more about her industry journey and advice for songwriters.

PLA Media founder and CEO Pam Lewis sits down with Steve Baker to talk about video promotion and visual marketing in Nashville's music scene. Baker founded a successful music video promotion company, Visual Image Marketing, which has helped independent country music artists across the globe compete with major labels using their music video products. Tune in to hear more about his journey.

On this episode of Applaudable Perspectives, Pam is joined by country singer Rex Allan Jr. Son of "the Arizona Cowboy" Rex Allan, Allan Jr.  talks about his father’s career in music and film and its impact on his own life. Tune in to hear the advice he received from his father and advice he’d give today about working in the entertainment industry. 

Owner of Computer and Communications Innovations, Jones has been working on music row for over 15 years. Tune in to hear more about the IT consultant's journey in Nashville.