Prelude to Positivity

By Tommy Geraci

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... more

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May 24, 2021 Mental Health advocate & warrior Alessandra Torresani joins me to discuss how she navigates her own mental heath, acting, Mental Health Awareness Month, & more!
DATE: May 17, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Alessandra Torresani
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Alessandra Torresani:
Alessandra Torresani was born Alessandra Olivia Toreson in Palo Alto, California. Before becoming an actress, Alessandra studied dancing and singing from the age of two and achieved a Black Belt in Tae-Kwon-Do by the age of nine. Torresani's television debut was at age nine when she hosted the WB Kids' Club for San Francisco's KBWB. Her television credits include guest appearances on The Big Bang Theory, Batwoman, Lucifer, Two and a Half Men, The Fosters, Workaholics, American Horror Story, The Sarah Connor Chronicles, CSI:Crime Scene Investigation, Warehouse 13, Arrested Development, Malcolm In The Middle and ER among others. Torresani was cast as Zoe Graystone in Syfy's critically-acclaimed Caprica, a prequel spin-off of Battlestar Galactica, which debuted in January 2010. Torresani was featured as a Top 100 Girl of Maxim.
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May 20, 2021 Keith Berman shares how he overcame adversity, became an advocate & warrior for mental health awareness, and more
DATE: May 20, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Keith Berman
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Keith Berman:
If it has to do with Gambling 🎰 or Weed 🌱 count me in.... Looking to help others by sharing my story about how I overcame adversity and continue to persevere through it 💪🏼 🏦 VIP Sportsbook Account Manager ♠️ Poker Player 💰 Sports Gambler 🌱 Medical Marijuana Patient 🧠 Mental Health Advocate 🏥 Crohn’s Supporter
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May 13, 2021 Artist X.Ari on why mental health awareness is important, her new music, performances, and events. Sneak peek of her new single after the interview!
DATE: May 13, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: X. Ari
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
X. Ari:
X. ARI is a LGBTQIA+ Alt-Pop singer, writer, and mental health advocate from Toronto. Her life motto is all about turning “Pain Into Power” through art and self-care. Having comorbid Dis-Orders is not her identity, but her superpower. X. ARI’s visceral lyrics transmit messages of hope as often as they ponder tragedy. Her sound comes to life in the middle. Her upcoming EP “Anja”, dedicated to her first ever girlfriend, is being released this June to celebrate their newfound love & Pride Month.
It is X. ARI’s mission to use creativity to empower and raise awareness by using her platform to encourage others to turn their Pain into Power by finding their conduit for healing. Her goal is to make a global impact as an artist, songwriter, advocate, and public speaker to spread her message, light, and self-care tips to help heal the world.
For the entire month of May, she’s hosting “Mental Health Month with X. ARI”. It is a FREE online festival with workshops & talks by healers, teachers, advocates, artists, and organizations such as National Alliance on Mental Illness (San Fernando Valley & Westside LA), Jack.org, Be There, Free Arts, VRY, and Pause+Expand. Throughout the month we will be featuring powerful stories, Yoga, Guided Meditations, Sound-Baths, Coping Skills with NAMI, Emotional Freedom Technique, Radical Acceptance, LGBTQIA+ x Mental Health, Sleep Hygiene, Crystal Healing, Cultural Diversity, Mindful Mantras, Intention Setting, and more!
X. Ari has a Pride Concert June 22nd to celebrate Pride & her "Anja" EP - at El Cid (in person!!) in LA with Ryan Cassata and more! show details/ticket link to come.
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May 10, 2021 Maria Stavrou - The Joyful Coach discusses mental health, staying grounded, and finding the positive
DATE: May 10, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Maria Stavrou
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Maria Stavrou
"Maria Stavrou is The Joyful Coach committed to offering her clients the skills to achieve success without compromising their livelihood.

Through providing accountability and business mentorship, Maria’s clients see a proven return on their investment by achieving their highest potential. Her 360-degree packages specialize in helping her clients build their self-worth and ultimately find their true value within themselves.

As a certified Life Coach, NLP Master Practitioner, and an ILM Level 5 from the Institute of Leadership & Management, Maria is dedicated to providing the best advice, guidance, and accountability to her clients. By helping clients uncover the tools they need to succeed, Maria is providing them the freedom to build the life she knows they deserve."
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May 05, 2021 Performer, Choreographer, and artist Julien Valme joins me for a delightful conversation on dance, mental health, & tips on how he remains positive in challenging times
DATE: May 5, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Julien Valme
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Julien Valme:
From Miami, FL, Julien began his training at local dance studios and magnet schools in the metro Miami area before continuing his education at the University of South Florida. Julien graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet Performance and had the opportunity to perform works by Jennifer Archibald, Maurice Causey, Alonzo King, and Doug Varone. Julien has attended summer programs with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago as well as Springboard Dance Montreal, where he had the opportunity to work with renowned companies Rubberbandance Group and MADboots Dance Co. Julien moved to Chicago to fulfill a childhood dream of dancing with River North Dance Chicago. Julien joined DanceWorks Chicago in October 2015. He has lived and danced in NYC as well and now teaches in Miami while also instructing 305 fitness classes there and online for COA - Community Online Academy.
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May 04, 2021 Actor, musician, director, producer, and writer Mario Temes stops by to discuss film, new projects, mental health, Black Dragon, & more
DATE: May 3, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Mario Temes
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Mario Temes:
Mario is an American actor of Cuban descent from Hialeah, Florida. He first discovered his passion for the arts when he was gifted a drum set from his parents at the age of 11. His love for music soon grew into singing and performing in his high school musical theater productions. After having performed in various stage plays, Mario decided he wanted to explore the world of Film/TV.

Mario's television debut was the role of Javier Menendez on the USA Network series Complications. He went on to portray the lead in the award winning short Last Wishes directed by Herschel Weingrod . He followed those performance with his recurring role of Benito on the NBC series Game of Silence.

Although acting is his main passion Mario has enjoyed other areas of the film and TV world with his recent moves into writing, producing and directing.LINKS:
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May 04, 2021 Discussing Spiritual Awakening, Mental Health, social media, tips on remaining grounded, & finding positivity with Joey T!
DATE: April 30, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Joey T
You can hear part one of our conversation on Joey's podcast The Question.
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Joey T:
Expand your consciousness with The Question Podcast. Spiritually Awakened Content Creator Joey T, is on a mission to heal the masses. Each episode takes listeners on the quest of self discovery by evoking self reflection and challenging limiting beliefs. You'll never know the answers if you don't listen to The Question
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April 23, 2021 Jake Hunter Unmuted - Emmy winner Jake Hunter stops by to discuss producing, leadership, online bullying, mental health, TikTok, and more!
DATE: April 23, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Jake Hunter
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Jake Hunter:
Jake Hunter is an Emmy winning actor and producer with over 1.5 million social media followers in Los Angeles, CA. Jake acted alongside Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Tommy Lee Jones in The Comeback Trail, slated for release later in 2020. He is also producing the Shakespeare adapted play King Lear starring Al Pacino.
On the digital front, Jake has showcased his comedic side on TikTok where his “Karen” themed series received over 125 million views. He was recently recognized by the Washington Post for his videos and currently has brand deals with Bang Energy, Draft Kings, and Raw Sugar.LINKS:
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April 19, 2021 Jeremy Greene (Jeremy Talks to Strangers) Stops by for virtual hugs, to talk mental health, & give us a positive jolt
DATE: April 19, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Jeremy Greene (Jeremy Talks to Strangers)
Mini Bio:
Tommy Geraci:
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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April 13, 2021 Trent Park graces us with a visit to discuss his new single, music, producing, directing, & creativity
DATE: April 12, 2021
SHOW: Prelude to Positivity
Producer: Tommy Geraci
HOST: Tommy Geraci
GUEST: Trent Park
Tommy Geraci:
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.
Trent Park:
Trent Park is a Los Angeles based creative working within the music & entertainment industry. Professionally writing & producing pop music for a variety of artists his work has been acknowledged by such iconic music companies as BILLBOARD & The GRAMMYS. In addition to creating music, Joshua has been involved in Hollywood as a music video producer with videos tallying over 30 million+ views with credits including radio charting artists such as G-EAZY,TY DOLLA SIGN, FRENCH MONTANA, TOO SHORT, THE DREAM, JEREMIH & many more.This year he has expanded his resume into the Hollywood movie scene receiving his first role with NBC Universal as a music technical consultant for the 40 million dollar music centric comedy "COVERS" starring Dakota Johnson (50 shades of Grey), Tracee Ellis Ross (Blackish), and Ice Cube to be released in summer 2020. He has also recently announced his return to music as an artist; he is finalizing his sophomore music project containing a collection of dark emotional club production with dreamy storytelling lyrics; this project is set to release next year. You can follow & contact Joshua personally on his instagram @TrentPark
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FAQs about Prelude to Positivity:

How many episodes does Prelude to Positivity have?

The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.