Bollotta-FIDE

Bollotta-FIDE is back after a short hiatus the Bollotta-philes are back behind the mic. Alex catches us up on her new status as an "Inked Woman" and Anthony gives us a TIPSY inspired by My Name is Barbara by Barbra Streisand and a YaiYai-ism about You. What happens when you run off and CREATE your own circus? Our guest Chris Lashua the Founder and Creative Director of Cirque Mechanics did! Hear about how he started his career with Cirque Du Soleil, creating new contraptions and pushing the limits of his imagination to fit client expectations and the space given. Enjoy Part 1 of our interview NOW!

(Part 2 drops tomorrow)

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Bollotta-FIDE is here with an early holiday nugget. Alex gushes about a recent trip to the Happiest Place on Earth Disneyland, and Anthony recounts a recent venture in Event Planning. Today's TIPSY is about about Planning the "Perfect" Holiday Party and YaiYai's perfect holiday trio and Alex's dry turkey Christmas. They are joined by San Diego's Surfin Santa (Loren Smith) and Magical Santa Claus (Magic Mike Stilwell). These are two of Bollotta's favorite holiday performers who's care and love of the personal vision of becoming Santa Claus. Hear about the secrets they keep, crowd control and what it's like being Jolly ole Saint Nick. Practice Smiling, Elf Esteem and Mrs. Claus's real name. This episode is half camp, half serious but chock full of heart. Enjoy.

BOOK Loren Smith or Magic Mike Stilwell as SANTA CLAUS NOW! [email protected] Tree lightings, Holiday Parties, Corporate Cocktail Hours, Home Visits, Toy Give-a-ways, photo ops, sing-a-longs, holiday magic, etc.

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Anthony and Alex are back this week with another personal wellness themed episode, but first Anthony fills in Alex on his experience at the self-check in, Sonder Lum Hotel next to SoFi Stadium (the pros and cons). Anthony talks about "You Are What You Eat" during today's TIPSY and Alex's YaiYai-ism about food and love for the body and soul. They are joined by Master of Sciece, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, JOY KHOURY (Eating Disorder Specialist). Joy has the goal of helping people achieve a healthy relationship with food and and body image and Anthony and Alex are excited to have Joy on the show because she can give them some information for the event professional on the go. Anthony asks about how she handled moving from Lebanon as a working RDN and being given the challenge of going back to school to meet the US requirements in her field (while pregnant!). They talk snacking, intermittent fasting and how do genetics come into play. What about Poke Bowls? Is breakfast important? Listen in. Enjoy.

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CEO and Founder of JR Global Events the one and only Jennafer Ross is back on the pod! It's been almost 3 years since the Bollotta-philes have touched down with Ms Ross and they needed to have her back after seeing her new separate venture, the #eventpro staffing service app called EVENTS ON CALL which is offering direct access to vetted and experienced onsite event specialists on an "as needed" basis. But first, Anthony has a TIPSY about "VOLUNTEERISM" and Alex has a YaiYai-ism about doing stuff for others. During the interview with Jennafer they discuss the benefits of volunteering, post virtual back in-person and how she accidentally created a matchmaking platform for event specialists. She also gets into the importance of education, her concern for the future of the special event industry and her plans for the future.

Connect with Jennafer Ross for Event Staffing via Events On Call www.youreventsoncall.com

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Connect with Jennafer Ross for Strategic Meeting and Event Management and Planning via. www.jrglobalevents.com

(JR Global also Exhibit Management, Site Sourcing and much more!)

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This week Bollotta-FIDE has a special treat and is operating at a different frequency with KYMM CIVETTA the author of HEAVEN IN MY EYES: A TRUE STORY OF HEAVEN AND HEALING. Before they get into their convo with Kymm, Alex asks Anthony for his review of Beyonce's Renaissance World Tour Show at SoFi Stadium in LA (spoiler: Anthony loved it). Anthony's TIPSY is about the PRACTICE OF GRATITUDE and Alex has a YaiYai-ism about looking for ant hills. Listeners may remember Kymm from our very first episode of Bollotta-FIDE as the CEO of NRG Music & Productions but you may not know her full story. The Bollotta-philes have recently read Kymm's book and wanted to get deeper into her experiences in the spiritual realm. Listen in to her recount of meditating with a monk that lead to a bear chase, how she with divine intuition and recognizing her spiritual gifts. This and SO much more. LISTEN. ENJOY!

Kymm's book "Heaven In My Eyes: A True Story of Heaven and Healing” available on Amazon 

You can schedule bookings, or message Kymm through her website and other social media platforms:  

Angel Intuitive Ministry  

Facebook  

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Anthony and Alex are back and thinking about the year so far as the fourth quarter begins. This week's TIPSY is about "FINDING YOUR CREATIVITY" and a YaiYai-ism about "Finding beauty through openness". Today the twosome are joined by CEO and Creative Director of AOO Events, David Merrell. They discuss designing for the client not the designer, teaching trade secrets and how the economy impacts his event design. Anthony asks David about his thoughts on AI and what technology is he paying the most attention to. David answers questions about his leadership style, the fire and the future...plus, a fabulous Bollotta-Fide FIVE.

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Anthony and Alex kick off this week with a TIPSY about "Assumption of Risks" and a stomach settling YaiYai-ism. This week we have Event Pro, Melody Corvalan the Director of Event Sales at Belmont Park. The San Diego Native talks about some of the varied options the San Diego theme park provides to it's group and corporate guests with rides, food options and late night capabilities. Get her perspective industry networking and camaraderie are vital to how she successfully operates. Anthony also asks about how Melody has found herself working through the pandemic and not only found herself bouncing back but moving UP. Listen for this and much more with this effervescent event pro.

Check out Belmont Park's Group and PartyPage: https://www.belmontpark.com/groups-parties/

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This is the second part of Anthony and Alex's interview with renowned chef and event industry professional Andrew Spurgin the Chef and Owner behind Andrew Spurgin Bespoke Event Styling and Menu Design. Here they get into Chef's thoughts on dietary restrictions, tasting the passion in the food, making YOURSELF the project and Alex cries while eating.

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Anthony and Alex kick off with chatter about talking with emojis, a TIPSY and a new YaiYai-ism both involving the idea of "GRACE". This week they are joined by Andrew Spurgin the Chef and Owner behind Andrew Spurgin Bespoke Event Styling and Menu Design. Dig in and savor this delectable conversation about his formula on how he approaches a project, a mouthwatering 10 Quick Questions, establishing trust to grant freedom, and so many more stories about process, travels and clients that we HAD to give you this episode in TWO parts!

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Anthony and Alex are back this week (surviving the heat of summer) with returning guest Magician, Illusionist and Hypnotist Derek Ostovani. Before they start their interview Anthony has a TIPSY all about “discovering the magic of SOLITUDE” and Alex has a Yai-Yai-ism about finding your own peace before helping others. Magician Derek Ostovani is back after 3 years to update the Bollotta-philes about all the new NEW in his life (Including a baby boy)! We hear about what happens when he audience is too out of pocket, still performing virtually, the good and bad of performing on cruise ships and restaurant magic. Anthony comes clean about what he’s not a fan of and Derek talks about branching out into hypnosis. 

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