Pop Nerd Lounge

Joining the show today is Jack Lepariz. You might know him as Jack the Whipper, or you might’ve heard his voice on an NPR station when he was an anchor at WBUR in Boston. We unpack his backstory in journalism, how he got into circus performing, and how he built the character Jack the Whipper. Listen here! Stay Connected with Jack Lepiarz Instagram.com/jacqueszewhipper • tiktok.com/@jacqueszewhipper • facebook.com/jacqueszewhipper • www.jackthewhipper.com ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: h...

Our guest today is Zachary Finnegan and he's a trumpeter in the Michael Bublé band as well as a band leader and member of several groups in Chicago. We'll be talking about arts in education, touring and performing in the Michael Bublé band, and why it's important to embrace the novice phase of creating. Stay Connected with Zachary Finnegan Instagram.com/zacharyfinneganmusic • tiktok.com/@zacharyfinneganmusic • facebook.com/zacharyfinneganmusic • www.zacharyfinnegan.com ——— 🎵 Track Info...

In this episode, I speak with Erin Duvall. Erin is a country recording artist, Entrepreneur, and most importantly a mother. We discuss her many ventures, pursuing dreams, and navigating priorities as a mom and creative. This is Erin Duvall. Stay Connected with Erin Duvall Instagram.com/erinduvallofficial • twitter.com/erinduvallofcl • facebook.com/erinduvallofficial • www.erinduvallofficial.com ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: herbal tea by Artificial.Music Genre and Mood: Dance & E...

In this episode, I speak with Joeyglo. Joeyglo is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, performer, and audio engineer. It’s a talk full of curiosity, we bring up women's empowerment, and we talk about overcoming shyness if you’re an introverted creative. Stay Connected with Joeyglo Instagram.com/joeyglomusic • facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070546522791 • ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: herbal tea by Artificial.Music Genre and Mood: Dance & Electronic + Calm ———

This week, I speak with Laura Bryna. She’s a crossover artist who experiments with several genres but caters to contemporary country and pop. We talk about being life-long learners, maintaining authenticity as creatives, and the inspiration behind her first children’s book. Join me as I speak with Laura Bryna. Stay Connected with Laura Bryna Instagram.com/laurabryna • tiktok.com/@laurabryna • www.laurabryna.com • ——— 🎵 Track Info: Title: herbal tea by Artificial.Music Genre and Mood: ...

Thank you for joining our Season 14 premiere. Whether it’s your first episode with Pop Nerd Lounge, or you’re a returning listener we thank you for tuning in. My guest today is Singer-Songwriter, Blake Cateris. Cateris built the foundation of his career playing bass with various groups, ranging from his high school mates to being the frontman of the Punk outfit, Molly and the Krells. After spending many years with bands, he is venturing on a folk-inspired solo artist journey. This conversatio...

For our season 13 finale, Singer-Songwriter Megan Knight joins the lounge. She’s an American Idol alum, appearing on Season 18. In 2018, Megan released her first co-produced album, “State of Mind”, which earned her top regard with 93.7 WSTW as EP of the year. Join us for a chat about manifestation, her EP, ‘My Drama,’ and consistency for creatives. Stay Connected with Megan Knight Instagram.com/meganknight20 • tiktok.com/@meganknight20 • twitter.com/meganknight20 ——— 🎵 Track Inf...

Joanna Borne brings cinematic and ethereal elements into her genre-bending sound of pop. With her love of car-rattling bass and hip-hop production, a ferocity was built into her music. North American and international influences heighten her smoky vocal tone to tie the songs together; no matter how different they may be emotionally or musically, they are undeniably Joanna Borne. We talk a lot about empathy, Joanna’s song, “My Friend” and navigating social media comments as creatives. S...

Estelle found a connection with music from a very young age with a piano front and center. Video clips of Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift captivated Estelle. She glued herself to the screen absorbing the art of performance by indestructible, commanding, and highly celebrated female musicians. At 10 years old, an unexpected change in piano coach heard Estelle sing and encouraged her to let her stunning voice be heard. It was this lightbulb moment that gave Estelle the creative blo...

Kimberly Dawn is a country music singer-songwriter. Using her natural talent, Kimberly expresses an authentic message of perseverance, humility, courage, and resilience. Since she is involved 100% in writing her catalog, every song comes straight from the heart. Songs such as The Bottle and '93 are a great representation of her empowering songwriting. We talk about work/life balance, mental health, and her song “Deere John.” Stay Connected with Kimberly Dawn: Instagram.com/officialkimb...