A true legend in the touring world: Marty Hom. With over 40 years of experience, Marty has been the driving force behind some of the biggest tours and most iconic artists on the planet - The Rolling Stones, Beyonce, Fleetwood Mac, Barbra Streisand, Stevie Nicks…He’s held roles as a tour manager, director, and producer, guiding artists like Shakira, Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson, Van Halen, Olivia Rodrigo, and Lionel Richie. Known for his expertise and his remarkable leadership style, Marty creates a sense of family on tour. As one of the few Asian Americans in the industry when he began, Marty helped pave the way for greater diversity in tour management.

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Rachael Bronstein is the Founder of Life’s Jam, a financial coaching service specifically for the touring community. Rachael has a background in production finance and a passion for supporting behind-the-scenes professionals. We’ll dive deep into how she’s helping people get organized, make sustainable choices, and secure their financial futures.

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Chris Thacker is an industry veteran who started his career as a guitar tech on tour with Butch Walker back in 2010. Since then, Chris has worn many hats on the road—from backline tech to set carpenter, playback tech, and stage manager. Now, he’s the tour manager for country artist Dierks Bentley. In addition to his work on the road, Chris recently co-founded StageWater, a canned water brand that gives back to entertainment workers in need.

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Cue, an incredible tech company whose solutions are already being used across the NFL, college teams, European soccer, and even the Olympics Hear about how this tech is making its debut in the music world with none other than country artist Riley Green.

Ryan Dokke, the Senior Vice President of Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment, a part of Big Machine Label Group. Ryan continues to oversee radio promotions for the label while expanding his focus on enhancing fan engagement and consumption through innovative marketing strategies. He helped bring Cue’s technology into Riley Green’s latest tour.

Ira Akers is the co-founder of Cue. Ira has over a decade of experience innovating in the live events industry, transforming Cue from cell phone light shows to a brand engagement powerhouse. He has collaborated with premier sports organizations, festivals, and brands like Coca-Cola and Anheuser-Busch, establishing strategic alliances with companies like Comcast, T-Mobile, and Universal.

Kyle Campbell is the Head of Sports & Entertainment at Cue. With over a decade of experience producing NFL and NBA games—including the Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, and NBA All-Star Game—Kyle brings unmatched attention to detail and creativity. A music fan, he has merged his passion for music and production at Cue, collaborating with artists like Riley Green and brands like Toyota and T-Mobile. He focuses on helping artists and brands create interactive experiences that enhance fan engagement and collect valuable data.

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Please welcome Big Loud Manager, Drew Magid, to the Giggs podcast. Drew has spent over a decade working with some of the biggest names in Rock, Pop, and Country, including Imagine Dragons, Charlie Puth, The War On Drugs, FGL, and alt-J. He started his career on the road, working nearly every role imaginable before transitioning to full-time tour management with Grouplove. Drew then joined Big Loud Management, where he now manages artists like Ashley Cooke, Dallas Smith, and MacKenzie Porter. He is an Ironman Triathlete, an advocate for philanthropic causes, and a new dad.

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Production Designer, Lighting Designer, Production Manager, and Show Producer, Chris Lisle. Owner of CLLD, he has over 32 years of experience, working with legendary acts like Alice Cooper, Robert Plant, Peter Frampton, Brooks and Dunn, Keith Urban, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, One Republic, and major events like the Grammys, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and the NFL Draft. He’s also the co-founder of the Touring Career Workshop, a non-profit dedicated to supporting touring professionals.

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We’re honored to be joined by Angie Warner, a true legend in the touring world who’s worked on the road for the last 24 years for Lady Gaga, Madonna, Guns ’N Roses, The Rolling Stones, Imagine Dragons, Jay Z, BTS, and many more. For the past five years, she has been the tour manager for Post Malone, and recently, she’s transitioning into a totally new direction - country music as Tour Manager for Keith Urban. We are also joined by her dog, Stoney - first puppy appearance!

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On this episode, we dive into the explosive world of special effects with Cole Bibler, the President and founder of Showlive SFX. Before starting his own company with Hayden Hale, he worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Metallica, Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Beyoncé, Kid Rock, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Marilyn Manson, and many more. We dive into his journey, his love for blowing things up, and the unique challenges that come with working in pyro.

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Carrie Lelwica is an Artist Manager and the founder of Soar Entertainment. She previously worked on the road as Production Assistant for Alison Krauss, Blake Shelton, and Hunter Hayes and currently works as a Promoter Rep. for Police Productions with Cody Johnson. Additionally, Carrie manages rising country stars like Ashland Craft, Sean Stemaly, Stephen Paul, Sammy Arriaga, and serves as a Day-To-Day Manager for Adam Sanders, Jenny Tolman, and The Dryes.

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Jamison Wiersema, an Experiential Marketing Tour Manager, Brand Representative, and CDL-A driver. Jamison has managed marketing campaigns for WME/IMG Live, working with clients like Budweiser, Verizon, and Coca-Cola, and has been involved in some of the biggest events in the industry, including the Super Bowl, World Series, and major music festivals. Currently, Jamison is the Activation Manager for the Tim McGraw Arena Tour, handling the transport, build, and activation of a 53-foot mobile on-demand gym for the touring team.

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