SANE Show

Featuring Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Junior; Lori Mozilo. She currently oversees production and creative development for the highly-anticipated animated series, "Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends." Other Disney Junior credits include the hit series, "Puppy Dog Pals," "T.O.T.S.," “Goldie & Bear,” and the popular "Disney Junior Music Nursery Rhymes" and "Ready for Preschool" short-form series.  Joining Disney in March 2010, Lori served as executive on the live-action, Emmy Award-winning "Imagination Movers." She also oversaw Disney Junior’s Emmy Award Nominated, interactive app, “Amigo,” which premiered at #1 in the App Store.

(2:27) During the first segment, Lori explains the idea of following the breadcrumb trail. We talk about how it can be beneficial to follow the breadcrumb trail as well. (10:49) We have a conversation about the expansion of streaming platforms. We also discuss the increasing amount of content and how both consumers and content providers affect content consumption.

(2:03) We have a discussion about how existing technology and products are being used in an innovative way during the pandemic to still provide a unique fan experience. Minh talks to us about how crowd noise technology is being used at live sporting events during the pandemic.

Featuring Smooth Jazz Guitarist, Producer, and Songwriter; Garry Percell.

(2:24) We have a discussion about the "in crowd." Garry talks about the benefits of being connected to the right individuals in the entertainment industry. (10:13) Following that discussion, we have a conversation about industry co-signs. We discuss the positive impacts that industry co-signs have on a production.

Previous SANE Show guest, Javier Alcaraz and his wife Elizabeth asked Cliff to cover their wedding.

Jav & Liz's wedding wasn't a typical wedding ceremony. While celebrating their union, they used it as an opportunity to give back to their community, the touring and live entertainment industry.

Jav & Liz asked Cliff to share the story of the occasion. Cliff sat down with friends of Jav & Liz that took part in helping bring their vision to life. Listen as Jav, Liz, Danny, Caroline, Jake, and DJ Mick recount their thoughts leading up to the occasion, after, and how it's affected their perspective of the what future of touring and live entertainment will look like.

Featuring Licensed Educator in North Carolina, she has a B.A. in Early Childhood Development, a Masters in Urban Education, a Graduate Certificate in Anti-Racism & Urban Education; Kimberly Perez.

Featuring CEO of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, the Prudential Center, the New Jersey Devils, and one of the NBA's most storied franchises, the Philadelphia 76ers; he has a new book, Be Where Your Feet Are: Seven Principles to Keep You Present, Grounded, and Thriving: Scott O'Neil

(1:59) We have a conversation about skill and talent, and how the two work together. Scott offers up some advice on how to be a successful professional. (11:34) Following that discussion, we have a conversation about converting failure to success. Scott shares from his personal experience, and how we should embrace the lessons we learn from failing in order to succeed.

(20:18) During the interview, Scott shares what inspired him to write his book. Scott shares what work-life balance means to him and what it actually looks like in his life. We learn about Scott's four step process to become more present and being where our feet are. Lastly, Scott shares what he hopes his book will inspire amongst readers.

Link to Scott's book, Be Where Your Feet Are: Seven Principles to Keep You Present, Grounded, and Thriving

Featuring SXSW Director of Global Sponsorship, Scott McNearney

(1:43) We have a conversation about how major music festivals will adapt following the COVID 19 pandemic. Scott give us insight into how SXSW had to adapt and some of the things they will need to consider going forward. (11:23) We discuss audience engagement; Scott explains how SXSW bridges the gap between brands and creatives. Scott also shares some of his favorite brand activations from previous festivals.

(21:26) During the interview, Scott goes into detail about SXSW creates proper alignment between brands and creatives. Scott shares a little bit about how SXSW selects sponsors in relation to the themes. We learn how Scott's background as a performer has helped prepare him for his position at SXSW. Lastly, Scott shares some of the things that he's learned whilst organizing virtual festival events.

Featuring Voiceover Artist; his has done work for The National Museum of African American History, History Channel, the Boston Celtics, The City of Los Angeles, and the YMCA, Owner of Andre White Voice Acting, LLC; Andre White Jr.

(2:29) Andre gives us insight into being a voiceover artist and what it takes in to successful at it. We have a conversation about different career paths for voiceover artists.

(10:59) Following that conversation, we have a discussion about representation in the voiceover artist space. Andre tells us about some of the challenges that Black voiceover artists face in the industry.

(19:15) During the interview, Andre tells how not having much help has helped him develop as a voiceover artist. Andre talks about how to open doors for other Black voiceover artists looking to get into the industry. We learn about how Andre improves his voiceover skills and he began to master his craft. Andre explains the ambiguity of the industry and what it has taught him as a voiceover artist.