In this episode I talk about vulnerability and how it affects a comedy performances by sharing my personal experiences as well as talking about Brené Brown's Netflix special, Call to Courage. And I talk about my first ever comedy club performance at Tommy T's.  Click here to listen to all episodes of The Comedy Chronicles.

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Having problems practicing?  Do you love what you do, but feel blocked or stuck in a self-sabotage loop when it comes to putting in the hours?  Don't worry! Listen to this episode with Performance Coach, Holly Shaw, to get unblocked and get some expert tips for how you can approach practicing in a way that feels easier and more manageable.

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Continuing this Live-Lab Coaching Episode with Showgirl Shaman, Kellita Maloof, and dancer/MBA looking to find more confidence in sharing her story.  In this episode we also "time travel," discuss how to be interesting, the "milk-toastiness" of pleasing everyone, and how others shape us especially siblings.

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Showgirl Shaman, Kellita Maloof, joins me this week for a Live-Lab episode where we co-coach, a dancer and MBA who is looking to find more confidence in sharing her story.  Kellita and I catch up and talk about the challenges of using the entrepreneur business model for the arts world and then we sink into Part I of a coaching session with a young woman wanting to let go of what others think and emerge more wholly confident. We coach, we listen and we time travel!!  Be sure to stay tuned as Part II of this coaching session airs next week.

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Listen to actual clips from Holly's stand-up comedy, as this week she shares insight into how she's refining her jokes, what it means to be a #lightworkercomedian and what it is like living the "rock star" (cough cough, read "adult with interests") lifestyle.   Aaaaannnd find out how you can instantly watch actual videos of Holly's nasty joke stand-up comedy by contributing to the podcast Patreon page. 

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Listen to the story and the music of violinist, Briana Di Mara as we celebrate her Global Music Award winning album, Haven. Journey into the sounds of traditional folkloric music from all over the world through the eyes of this inventive artist as we talk about reluctant musical offspring, Briana's path through Suzuki and hard times, finding her tribe and more!​

Opening and closing tracks by composer, Dan Cantrell

​​All other music in this episode is compliments of Briana Di Mara from her album, Haven. 

Musical Credits:

Briana Di Mara (violin), Ali Paris (qanun), Tobias Robertson (darbuka, cajon, riqq, frame drum), Sean Tergis (riqq, davul), Kalliope Landgraf (vocals), Gari Hegedus (mandocello), Aharon Wheels Bolsta (tabla, saraz handpans, frame drum), Surya Prakasha (drum set), Dan Cantrell (accordion), Diana Strong (accordion), Gabriel Navia (guitar), Schuyler Karr (bass), Miles Jay (bass), Evan Fraser (kalimba, ngoni, calabash), composed and arranged by Briana di Mara (except La Partida Tango based on a trad melody)

Click here to find Briana's music for listening and purchase!

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About Guest, Briana Di Mara

Eclectic Bay Area violinist Briana Di Mara brings her love of the instrument and its soulful expression to every performance. She was trained in western classical music as a child and has since gone on to study and perform a wide variety of traditional styles including Celtic, Balkan, Turkish and Arabic. She harmoniously weaves these influences into own unique sound and musical compositions. She is known for her evocative improvisations and skillful ability to play a broad range of genres from many different cultures.

​She has performed and recorded with numerous artists, some of whom include Stellamara, the Ali Paris Project, Beats Antique, Darioush Sami, Dan Cantrell, Moh Alileche, Sweet Moments of Confusion, Lounès Kheloui, La Ruya, and many more! She has also collaborated with well known dancers such as Zoe Jakes, Rachel Brice, Miriam Peretz and Jill Parker. These projects have led her to perform in a wide variety of venues, theaters and festivals around the globe, inspiring audiences with her expansive interpretation of world music and exciting interaction with dancers.

​Her debut album, "Haven", has earned rave reviews and reflects the dynamic collaborations that she has built around her original compositions. For more info or to purchase her music, please visit brianamusic.com.

A quick and effective recording to help you tune into your creative genius and open to channeling your higher wisdom.  Be sure to listen to this handy guide to The Open Channel Game first:  Episode 52:  The Open Channel Guide: A Step by Step Guide to Channel Your Creative Genius.

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Ever wanted to learn how to "channel" so you can tap into new levels of creativity and wisdom? Listen as Holly explains step-by-step how to play The Open Channel Game that she does with each guest on the show so that you can do it effectively on your own! She covers the basic steps of The Open Channel Game, tips for doing it effectively, and the four components of trance that will help you deepen your relaxation so that you can tap into your creative genius whether you're writing, moving, speaking, or playing!

Once you're done listening to this, don't forget to listen to the BONUS Meditation Track: Opening to Channel here.

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This week Holly nearly gets booed off the stage at an open mic and ponders the white lady lens, atmospheric soup, what it means to be a #lightworkercomedian and how important it is for the host to set the tone.

[The Comedy Chronicles is a special bonus series about one woman's first attempts at doing stand-up comedy from the perspective of a performance coach.]

Music by Dan Cantrell

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Find out how drag is a form of shapeshifting shamanism as we talk with former academic, Jeremy Mikush (aka “Crystal Powers”) who has spent the last 5 years as a touring musician and drag artist with the well-known drag artist, Alaska.  An enlivened conversation as we talk about the sacred nature of drag, coffee as a sacred stimulant, performing as a “vessel” and more!  

​Opening and closing tracks by composer, Dan Cantrell

​All other music in this episode is compliments of Jeremy Mikush from their album, Somewhere In Between. Click here to find Jeremy's music for listening and purchase!

Some Fun Media Extras!

VIDEO: ​Billboard Pride Interviews Jeremy Mikush and Alaska Thunderfuck about their new album, Amethyst Journey

VIDEO: ​Official Music Video for "Aliens" with Alaska and Jeremy

Alaska and Jeremy's website

Performers & Creators Lab website