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- Catching up with Matt Stern, talented artist in any language!
DATE: November 29, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Matt SternStay tuned till the end for Matt's song, 'Don't Tell Me'https://youtu.be/40nlLXL4rus?si=CSMVxynm6I08iedk
Matt Stern is known for infectious melodies, uplifting energy, and an ability to inspire a sense of community in a diverse crowd.
Born in Montreal and currently based on Vancouver Island, he has been a featured performer at the Campbell Bay Music Festival, the Victoria French Festival, Canadian Music Week, POP Montreal, Enoshima Music Festival in Japan, the 1st World Outgames, CBC’s Home from the Vinyl Café, Festival M comme Musique in France, Coup de coeur francophone, and the Festival d'été de Vancouver.Praised by Radio-Canada International for promoting body positivity and diversity, Matt has received awards from the LA Film Awards & the KASHISH Film Festival in Mumbai for his original music videos.Published for Precious and Sacred, a book dedicated to Indigenous children, and featured twice on Queerty.com, Matt performs in Japanese, French, English and Spanish and has been featured in Exclaim!, Italy’s Periodico Daily and on Let’s Go There (Channel Q) in Los Angeles. His music video You’re Magic was picked up by Mtl Blog and went viral within 24 hours. Recently, his video Take It or Leave It, compiled during quarantine from clips submitted by fans, was picked up by Victoria Buzz and achieved the same result.His latest album, Take It or Leave It, was released in 2020 on all platforms and its first music video, Full Moon, was screened at the Victoria Film Festival. That same week, the first single Don’t Tell Me was syndicated on CBC and picked up by shows across the country while French singles Dans mes rêves and Droit devant were broadcast on Radio-Canada. A feature in Addicted Magazine characterized Matt’s recent album as “beautiful music that makes you feel seen and safe.”
Matt recently released his first full-length French album. It has garnered him nominations at the Western Canadian Music Awards and the Canadian Folk Music Awards and he was subsequently selected to be a featured performer at the Chant'Ouest tour.45 min - Prelude to a recap with my friend Aris Ziagos
DATE: November 15, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Aris ZiagosMy good friend and artist Aris stops by to catch up and talk about what he's been up to, what I've been up to, and we recap some of my episodes from this season so far. It was late on a Friday night, so we made it a virtual pajama party. I may do more of these every so often, we had fun!Be sure to follow Aris to keep up with all he does and check out my past seasons and episodes. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and comment on whatever you like. It all helps me bring you more!
1 hr 13 min - Trent Ford is re-writing life & using it to help others with their second chances
DATE: November 8, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Trent FordTrent Ford was born in Akron, Ohio to a US Navy test pilot father and a British Airways head stewardess mother from Birmingham, West Midlands. He moved to the United Kingdom at the age of one with his parents and grew up in Cradley and Malvern with his brother and two sisters. He studied Economics and English Literature at Clare College, Cambridge University. Ford is an accomplished actor known for Gosford Park (2001), How to Deal (2003) and Burning Blue (2013).
Trent is most recognized for his onscreen work, often appearing as the slick heartthrob in film and television. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a high level of dramatic versatility, while maintaining a successful modeling career. Ford has been photographed by some of the most prestigious names in fashion photography, including Mario Testino, Bruce Weber and Peter Lindbergh. Trent has appeared multiple times in V Magazine and Italian Vogue, and campaigns for Gap and Valentino, among others. He was the leading man in the global advertising campaign for Calvin Klein perfume 'Eternity Moment' opposite Scarlett Johansson.
In May 2020, after falling gravely ill, Trent received a life-saving liver transplant from UCLA. Fully recovered and forever changed for the better, deepened and stiller, as an actor- being told one will face their own mortality with no chance of surviving, and then miraculously receiving grace will do that to a person. This is all thanks in largest part to the love of his life, Natalie Cohen. Trent and Natalie continue to be of service to other transplant patients and caregivers, and advocate for organ donation. In 2023, they founded their nonprofit RELIVE, providing free ongoing support and resources for patients and caregivers affected by liver failure and liver transplantation, specializing in helping those suffering from alcohol and addiction related liver disease. They live in perpetual happiness and gratitude with their two cats1 hr 28 min - Craig Jordan on his passion for making entertainment and being a creative
DATE: November 1, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Craig JordanCraig Jordan has been acting professionally since 2006. His first major film role was as Chaz Johnson in the horror-comedy "Zombies ate my Prom Date". He followed that with numerous roles in cV and short films. After that came his universally- acclaimed performance as Nate Flanigan in Joshua Lim's "Godless", in which he portrayed a young man struggling with unimaginable grief while also harboring a great secret. Craig continued to work into the 2020s with more TV roles, as well as a supporting role in the WW2 drama "Reveille" (2022) and made his directorial debut the same year with "Chasing the Dragon".Instagram
1 hr 7 min - Catching up with Chad Michael Collins from Call of Duty to the Sniper Films, plus what's new!
DATE: October 25, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Chad Michael CollinsChad Michael Collins is best known for playing the franchise lead role 'Gunnery Sgt Brandon Beckett' across five successful Sony Pictures "Sniper" military action films. As the son of original star Tom Berenger's 'Master Gunnery Sgt Thomas Beckett', available on Netflix.Collins also stars in "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" video game from Activision, playing a lead role Alex in the hugely popular military first-person-shooter franchise. He will also stars in AMC Shudder network's "Creepshow" television series and stared as the lead in the John Carpenter-esque action-horror-western film "High Moon" with co-star Sean Patrick Flanery this summer. He also recently starred on "MacGyver" for CBS.Sci-fi fans enjoyed Collins as the lead in the Orson Scott Card/Aaron Johnston-created television series "Extinct". Set 400 years in the future after the extermination of mankind by alien forces, "Extinct" follows several humans who find themselves "reborn" on planet Earth by a benevolent alien race. He has over 25 significant television and film credits in the past several years, starring in "Shooter", "Christmas Cupid's Arrow", "Once Upon a Time", "Freakish", "Company of Heroes", "NCIS", "NCIS: New Orleans", "Blue Bloods", "2 Broke Girls", "Castle", "Bones", "Lake Placid 2", and many moreHis recent short film, Edge of Space, has made quite an impact in the film festival circuit.
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33 min - Allow Gattison to get your Heart Racin with his honesty and talent
DATE: October 18, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: GattisonMini Bio:GATTISON's impressive and extensive musical career stands out with his fresh sound and notable achievements. His single, "Picture Perfect," reached #43 on the Dance Billboard charts, receiving recognition from publications like BuzzFeed and Billboard. Collaborating with industry giants such as songwriter Shari Short and mixing engineer Taylor Scott further solidifies his musical prowess.Raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, GATTISON's musical journey began at a young age, surrounded by a family of musical talents. Drawing inspiration from his great Aunt Dorothy Morrison, the original vocalist for the 60’s hit ‘Oh Happy Day’ and cousin Levi Seacer Jr., guitarist for Prince, his music reflects his rich musical heritage.
GATTISON's artistic exploration expanded into the fashion world, as he founded House of Gattison. This fashion line, inspired by his own music, creates wearable art pieces that merge music and style seamlessly.
From his early gospel church roots to his love for Electronic Dance Music, GATTISON's journey represents a fusion of his musical upbringing and evolving interests. With House of Gattison, he offers fans a tangible connection to his music through unique and expressive fashion. GATTISON's career is an impressive blend of musical accomplishments and entrepreneurial endeavors that continue to captivate audiences.
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52 min - Our Golden Boy Ashley Parker Angel shares health, fitness, and youth preserving tips along with some fun memories and insights
DATE: October 7, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Ashley Parker AngelMini Bio:Ashley Parker Angel is an American musician and actor who rose to prominence as a member of the boy band O-Town. After the band dissolved, he enjoyed a solo music career. Parker Angel has acted in several Broadway productions since 2007, and appeared in Wicked as the lead male character Fiyero Tigelaar as well as Hairspray.Ashley dedicates himself to everything he does and has become the number one celebrity online fitness & lifestyle coach in addition to a supplement company High Level Science. Check out the links below.
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54 min - Celebrated Journalist and Author Nico Lang and their latest book 'American Teenager'
DATE: October 4, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Journalist & Author Nico LangMini Bio:Nico:Nico Lang is a journalist, editor, culture critic, and essayist. Lang is the founder of Queer News Daily and has previously worked as the deputy editor of Out magazine, an LGBTQ+ correspondent for VICE, the news editor at Them, and a contributing editor at Xtra magazine. Their work has been published in Rolling Stone, Esquire, The Daily Beast, HuffPost, and BuzzFeed News, among others. Lang was named the 2023 Online Journalist of the Year by the Los Angeles Press Club Association and is the recipient of 10 awards from the National Association of LGBTQ+ Journalist, a GLAAD Award, and the Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund’s inaugural Visibility Award.
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55 min - A Trip Down memory lane and then some with Comedian, Social Media Pro, and fellow Super Fan Sue Funke
DATE: October 2, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to PositivityProducer: Tommy GeraciHOST: Tommy GeraciGUEST: Social Media expert, stand up comic, and Friend Sue FunkeSue Funke is a social media expert for brands such as TV Land, RuPaul’s Drag Race, and Live PD. She is also the co-host of Real Housewives of Rewatch podcast and a standup comedian. You can catch her on the Here to Make Friends TourTour: https://www.thesuefunke.com/comedian/tour
Socials: @TheSueFunke1 hr 25 min - Going Behind the Magic 8 Ball with George Steeves
DATE: September 27, 2024
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
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HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Filmmaker, Actor, Singer George Steeves
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As an entertainment, social media and pop culture expert whose clients include celebrities, television shows, film producers and mainstream media,Tommy Geraci has provided social media coverage for the BAFTAS, Britannias, Emmys, Oscars, Golden Globes, Erase MS, and more. He has worked on the red carpet for movie premiers, including Transformers, White Rabbit, and the One Direction Movie as well as the BAFTAS, Erase MS, and the Golden Globes. Tommy also provided social media coverage for the convention circuit, including EyeCon and DragonCon. In addition, he writes for Addicted Magazine. Tommy's blog, Teeco71.com, highlights his interviews with celebrities, indie filmmakers and musicians, and the events he attends. He is Associate Producer on the Emmy nominated season 3 of Eastsiders and Season 4, Executive Producer for 2nd Hour's What I See ( David Hernandez and Effie Passero), Producer on the film Sins Unveiled and Aris Ziagos' Music video for Love, as well as the documentary Growing Up in Hollywood. In 2012 he received a nomination for a Shorty Award for both Blogging and PR.
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Interviews covering entertainment, TV, film, music, actors, and the things going on in our world today. Highlighting positive people doing good with their talents and influence. We're also asking what helps people stay positive, healthy, and content as well as how they keep their mental health in check and tips on confidence.
As an entertainment, social media and pop culture expert whose clients include celebrities, television shows, film producers and mainstream media,Tommy Geraci has provided social media coverage for the BAFTAS, Britannias, Emmys, Oscars, Golden Globes, Erase MS, and more.