Nick Rizzo joins Before We Cheers to talk about work, identity, and what it feels like when everything you care about actually connects.

We get into culture, creativity, and why the best work usually sits at the intersection of what you love.

In this episode, Zach sits down with Corin Christian to talk about fashion as identity, confidence during fashion week, and the idea of style as a form of protection.

They get into how personal style evolves, what it means to show up in high-pressure environments, and how clothing can shape the way you move through the world.

Forget reinvention—Dianne Brill invented becoming.

Before influencers, before nightlife had PR teams, before self-confidence became content… Dianne Brill lived it.

On this episode of Before We Cheers, host Zach Miller sits down with the iconic model, muse, designer, author, and entrepreneur who Andy Warhol crowned “The Queen of the Night.”

Dianne turned 1980s New York into performance art. She understood that fashion wasn’t vanity—it was authorship. And today, she’s here to talk about the real power behind beauty, self-presentation, confidence, and living boldly in a world obsessed with labels.

In this episode, Dianne shares:

- What NYC was really like in the ’80s—cheap rent, wild creativity, no “cash = cool” mentality

- How she met Keith Haring and Andy Warhol on the same nightlife circuit

- What reinvention actually means (and why she was doing it before anyone called it that)

- Why confidence—not money—creates true cool

- How fashion became her language, her armor, and her art

- Her early struggles growing up in Tampa and finding her people in New York

- Behind-the-scenes stories about Danceteria, Details Magazine, Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat & more

- Why being unforgettable matters more than being perfect

TIMESTAMPS: 

00:00 – Intro: Dianne Brill, queen of self-confidence and NYC nightlife

00:46 – Dianne on fashion, value, and attention

01:05 – Reinvention and becoming unforgettable

04:52 – Freedom and experimentation in 70s/80s NYC

07:26 – Living in sublets, hotels, and creative freedom

09:24 – Fashion in childhood: standing out in Tampa

12:21 – Transition from conservative hometown to NYC nightlife

13:26 – Meeting Keith Haring and first clubs

15:22 – The Cable Building: Downtown NYC creative hub

16:32 – Meeting Andy Warhol and the creative ecosystem

21:34 – Collage of influences: Marilyn Monroe and fashion inspiration

24:11 – Personal style vs. designer labels

31:52 – Fall on Mugler runway: grace under pressure

33:27 – Reinvention: performing and choosing your stage

34:41 – Fashion as self-expression and lifting the spirit

36:32 – Reading the room: acting, Meryl Streep comparison

37:16 – Drag Race Germany & Global All-Stars experiences

When a song sneaks up on you — when you’re humming along and suddenly it hits deeper than you expected — that’s Gatlin’s superpower. 

The Nashville- and LA-based musician behind The Eldest Daughter, her debut album that turns faith, family, queerness, and self-discovery into a southern coming-of-age story, joins me for an honest, vulnerable, and funny conversation about the power of self-expression, letting go of expectations, and remembering why you started in the first place.

What You’ll Hear: 

- How Gatlin’s upbringing in Florida shaped her perfectionism and art

- Why she finally decided to write without a filter

- Her spiritual evolution and relationship with faith

- The surreal moment she saw herself on a Times Square billboard

- Queer line dancing, healing, and finding love through music 

Learn more about Gatlin: https://www.gatlinmusic.com/

Check out Gatlin's album "Eldest Daughter": https://www.dualtonestore.com/products/the-eldest-daughter-vinylpre-order?srsltid=AfmBOoq56nO_xzjZKRPROOR9NnqSHvFrszlqSqpZyIMkSw_zcavacszp

Follow Gatlin on social media: https://www.instagram.com/gatlin

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction to Gatlin and Her Music Journey

02:11 The Significance of Release Week

04:53 Exploring Themes of Family and Identity

06:47 The Impact of Times Square Billboard

08:57 Songwriting and Personal Healing

11:29 Sin and Syntax: A Game of Meaning

13:38 Faith, Pride, and Personal Beliefs

14:27 Navigating Relationships and Family Dynamics

17:12 The Role of Florida in Gatlin's Music

18:45 Queer Line Dancing and Community

21:36 Life Lessons from First Experiences

22:53 The Connection with Fans and Performance

24:38 Protecting Loved Ones and Personal Growth

27:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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The parties. The chaos. The photos you won’t believe. Terrel Phelps, aka Disposable Relly, shows NYC like you’ve never seen it. He’s the photographer and creative force behind Bodega Flowers, capturing everything from wild East Hampton summer parties and NYC nightlife to quiet street scenes and authentic, human moments.

In this episode of Before We Cheers with Zach Miller, Terrel takes us behind the lens of his journey—from a personal passion project to a thriving creative community—and shares the stories, lessons, and moments that shaped him.

They dive into:

-How COVID sparked a creative renaissance and forged lasting friendships

-The evolution of NYC’s social scene through his photography

-Finding your own voice and building something meaningful from scratch

-Iconic snapshots from parties, clubs, and art shows you’ve definitely seen but didn’t know the story behind

Timestamps: 

00:00 – Introduction

02:00 – Weekend vs weekday event life & sleep schedule

03:47 – Maintaining relationships in NYC nightlife

04:17 – Growing up: middle school & high school basketball rivalry

10:05 – Nostalgia: Facebook groups & buying tickets pre-COVID

11:10 – First camera & taking photos for myself

12:34 – COVID era: making friends & street photography

14:50 – Mentorship & photography advice from Jeremy Liebman

16:06 – NYC career pipelines & kids learning online

18:49 – AI, technology & modern student life

20:42 – Instagram: portfolio vs gallery experience

23:15 – Bodega Flowers & favorite photos

31:23 – Disposable camera photos & East Hampton adventures

35:04 – Segment: Snapshot or Skip – pop culture flashback

41:11 – Closing cheers: never give up

Step into the world of Andrew Werner, one of New York’s most celebrated photographers and visual storytellers.

From capturing the energy of NYC nightlife to photographing celebrities and designing luxury accessories with Fleur’d Pins, Andrew opens up about his journey, his creative philosophy, and what it truly takes to see the world through a unique lens. 

He joins Before We Cheers with Zach Miller to reveal the stories behind his work, the risks that fueled his creativity, and the defining moments of his career. Along the way, Andrew shares hilarious and candid experiences working with Bulgari and making appearances on the Real Housewives of New York, showing how staying authentic—and embracing humor—can transform even the most high-stakes, luxury-filled settings into a space of genuine connection.

TIMESTAMPS: 

00:00 – Intro & Setting the Stage 

03:00 – Who is Andrew Werner?

04:28 – Early Fascination with Photography 

06:08 – Evolution of Andrew’s Gear

09:50 – Nightlife Photography & Social Access

15:19 – Mastering the Art of Photography in Nightlife

16:53 – What’s in the Bag? 

18:24 – Capturing the Perfect Shot 

20:48 – Diversifying Portfolio & Learning on the Fly 

23:08 – Bulgari & Serpenti Necklace Story 

26:25 – Being a Guest vs. Photographer

33:07 – Photography as Social Lubricant 

35:13 – The Birth of Fleur’d Pins 

37:55 – Variations & Meaning of Fleur’d Pins

39:09 – Why Style & Presentation Matter

See Andrew's work here: https://www.andrewwernerphotography.com/

Learn more about Fleur'd pins: https://www.fleurdpins.com/

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Before We Cheers is a podcast about celebrating the moments that happen before the spotlight hits—the small, messy, unforgettable experiences that shape our lives. In this solo episode, host Zach shares why he created the show and how life in the in-between—the diners after Little League, late-night meals with friends, and even a simple toast—has always mattered to him.

From growing up in New York and experiencing the electricity of concerts, to realizing how easily we forget to celebrate the everyday, Zach reflects on identity, memory, and the importance of noticing life’s quiet milestones.

On Before We Cheers, guests from all walks of life—artists, photographers, tastemakers, and culture-shapers—share the stories that never make headlines, and at the end of each episode, we raise a glass. Because the best celebrations happen before the toast.

Before We Cheers is a podcast about what happens in the moments before celebration. The breath before the toast. The text you almost sent. The version of you that’s still deciding if it belongs.

Hosted by Zach Miller, this show explores identity, memory, reinvention, taste, and emotional truth through solo episodes, guest interviews, and cultural commentary. It’s not about spiraling or being unwell. It’s about paying attention to the quiet stuff before the loud moments.

If you’ve ever cried in the Uber, reconsidered your aesthetic, or saved a voice memo you never sent, you’re in the right place.

Because before the performance, there’s a pause.

And Before We Cheers, we let it out.