Pop Nerd Lounge

Joel Torgeson is one of today's brightest dancers on the West Coast Swing circuit. He teaches all around the world and recently earned both 1st and 2nd place in the All-Star Jack and Jill and Strictly Division at the US Open. We jump off the high dive into the pool of West Coast Swing and talk about the ins and outs of this dance danced by thousands around the globe. Joel’s Website Joel’s Instagram FeatherThree Shop

It's a Pop Nerd Lounge Holiday Special! In this episode, we're chatting up with Kristyn Burtt. First, we learn about how she made a career reporting on one of her biggest passions. Then, we geek out about my favorite holiday, CHRISTMAS! We talk about Kristyn's holiday traditions, different dance events during the season, and she clues me in on some exciting future plans! Kristyn's Twitter Kristyn's Instagram Watch "To The Pointe"

We have another "The Voice" alum in the lounge! This week we have Max Boyle from Season 17 of "The Voice. He made his mark on the competition with that angelic voice that can stand alone with minimal accompaniment. We talk about his growing up finding his way to music, his time on the show, and what he hopes to accomplish in the new year. Max’s Instagram Max’s Twitter

Gwen Nguyen didn't feel like she belonged in the corporate world. Without any culinary experience, and the drive of a dream she created her own frozen dessert business right out of her parent's garage. Fast forward to today where they're selling their scrumptious desserts in over 100 independent retailers and over 50+ supermarkets. We talk about she worked tirelessly to start the company, pitching to the infamous investor "sharks," and what advice she has for the entrepreneur dreamers out the...

We're graced with another culinary master this week on Pop Nerd Lounge! Micah Yaroch became a recherché in season 10 of "MasterChef." At only 19 years of age, Micah quickly established a spot in the top 10. We talk about his course to becoming a chef, his leadership experience on the show, and how he felt about being Gordon Ramsay's battle pass save. Micah's Instagram Micah's Twitter Micah's GoFundMe

For Thanksgiving, we're thankful for our guest, Alexis Deboschnek! She made her mark as a Tasty senior food specialist and on-camera host. You might recognize her from Tasty, but she's giving the internet recipes worth salivating for. We chat about her journey into food media, her perfect Thanksgiving meal, and what 2020 has in store for Alexis! Alexis's Instagram Alexis's Website

We're back for Season 4! For the opener, Co-Producer and Creative Director Vee Koh joins me as we chat with our wonderful guest. Jake Posner didn't have a previous background in music management, but that didn't stop him from wanting to be a part of a band's growth and evolution. A band he found from a subreddit. Fast forward to now, and he currently serves as the manager for dance-pop phenom A R I Z O N A. We chat about his ventures into music management, the importance of reaching out, and ...

Joined once again by my co-host Vee Koh, we hang out with the incredible duo Fly By Midnight. Justin Bryte and Slavo classify themselves as retro pop and having been adding a new flavor to the pop scene. We talk about their song "Love Me Like A Friend," constant reinvention of one's craft, and they SLAY Song Association! Vee's Website Vee's Instagram Fly By Midnight’s Twitter Fly By Midnight’s Instagram Fly By Midnight’s Youtube

Our next songwriting in the "Songland" mini series is Rafferty! He appeared on the Leona Lewis episode and captivated the esteemed panel of producers and songwriters with his moving ballad "A Heart Full of Love." We talk about being on the show, are artists products in this industry, and he and I nerd out on jazz and music with a fun game of Song Association. Rafferty's Website Rafferty's IG

Nerding out with me this week is Oklahoma Radio Personality, Frito On The Radio. We talk about how radio adapts to the ever evolving digital changes, how he got into radio, and we talk about his musical hero. Frito's Instagram Frito's Twitter KJ103