What does it take to find your voice in a city as musically rich and competitive as New Orleans? In this episode, we sit down with Anna Laura Quinn, a jazz vocalist, arranger, and bandleader whose musical journey defies convention.

Anna opens up about growing up in San Francisco, discovering jazz later in life, and how moving to New Orleans helped her embrace her voice and carve out a space in the city’s vibrant music scene. From her academic path in visual arts at NYU to her eventual leap into jazz studies at the University of New Orleans, Anna’s story is a powerful testament to late blooming, fearless reinvention, and following your passion.

🎧 Listen now to hear:🎶 How Anna Laura Quinn found her calling in jazz📀 The evolution of her vocal style and influences from Ella Fitzgerald to Sarah Vaughan🎤 Her approach to performance, bandleading, and spontaneous live energy🎵 The origin of her side project The Unmentionables and her upcoming album Just Quinn and Barrett🌍 Why blending genres and languages makes her artistry stand out

Whether you're a jazz lover or just curious about the creative journey of an artist who's reshaping her life through music, this episode is a must-listen!

📲 CONNECT WITH ANNA LAURA QUINN:🌐 Website: https://www.annalauraquinn.com
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alqthings
🎥 New Video & Album Info: [Just Quinn and Barrett – Out July 11]

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What does it take to sustain a remarkable career on Broadway, in television, and in film? In this episode of the Savoir Faire Audio Experience, we sit down with Tony-nominated actor and baritone powerhouse Norm Lewis to dive into his incredible journey from small-town Florida to starring on the biggest stages in New York.

Norm opens up about his early years singing in church, his unexpected start on a Disney cruise ship, and the relentless hustle that launched his decades-long career. From Broadway musicals to dramatic stage plays, Norm shares what it means to stay sharp, present, and inspired—on and off the stage.

🎧 Listen now to hear:

🎭 Norm’s transition from cruise ship singer to Broadway star
🎙️ The behind-the-scenes process of preparing for roles like Ceremonies in Dark Old Men
🎬 His perspective on the differences between live theater and film
🎤 Advice for aspiring performers and the importance of consistency and hustle
🏙️ What keeps him passionate about performing after 36 years in the industry

If you're passionate about acting, theater, and stories of perseverance and artistry, this episode is a masterclass in dedication and craft.

📲 CONNECT WITH NORM LEWIS:
🌐 Learn more: https://www.normlewis.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/normlewis777

🔗 CONNECT WITH SAVOIR FAIRE:
🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savfairemag/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Savfairemag

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What happens when a young man from Ohio hops on a bus to New York City and ends up becoming one of the most respected figures in public relations and business leadership? In this episode, we sit down with Robert Dilenschneider—former CEO of Hill & Knowlton, founder of The Dilenschneider Group, and the author of over 20 books—to explore a lifetime of leadership, resilience, and global insight.

Robert shares how he rose from entry-level to CEO of a global PR powerhouse, the lessons he learned from industry icons like David Ogilvy and Ernest Hemingway, and how he's helping today's CEOs and corporations navigate a complex global landscape. We also discuss his latest book Character: Profiles in Courage and Integrity, a powerful reflection on the leaders who have shaped the world.

🎧 Listen now to hear:💼 How Robert built a world-leading PR agency from the ground up
📖 Why he believes courage and character are essential to leadership
🌍 His behind-the-scenes insights on global affairs, politics, and corporate risk
🧠 The value of experience and mentorship in today’s business world
✍️ His writing process and how he’s authored over 20 impactful books

If you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or someone who values integrity and wisdom, this episode is filled with timeless inspiration.

📲 CONNECT WITH ROBERT DILENSCHNEIDER:
🌐 Website: https://www.dilenschneider.com
📘 Book on Amazon: Character: Profiles in Courage and Integrity

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🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savfairemag/
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What happens when you truly listen—not just hear words, but understand what's beneath them? In this episode, we sit down with Christine Miles, author of What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?, to explore the profound power of listening and how it can transform your relationships, business, and life.

Christine shares her deeply personal journey, growing up with a mother battling mental illness and how that early life experience gave her a rare gift: the ability to listen with empathy and intuition. Today, she’s using that gift to teach others how to build deeper human connection, both in the boardroom and the classroom.

We also dive into her national initiative, The Listening Path, a program helping children as young as five master the essential skill of listening—because changing the world begins with understanding each other.

🎧 Listen now to hear:

🧠 The difference between hearing and listening—and why most of us get it wrong
📚 How Christine’s childhood shaped her life’s mission
🎓 The inspiration behind The Listening Path curriculum for kids
📢 Why leaders need to become better listeners to truly succeed
✍️ How she wrote her book in just eight days

Whether you’re a parent, business leader, educator, or simply someone who wants to connect better, this episode is packed with lessons that will stay with you.

📲 CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE MILES
🌐 Website: https://christinemileslistens.com
🌐 Education Program: https://thelisteningpath.com
📘 Book: What Is It Costing You Not to Listen? – Available on Amazon, B&N, and more

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🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
📲 Instagram: @savfairemag
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/savfairemag

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What does it mean to be the glue that holds a band together? In this episode, we sit down with bassist and composer Ben Basile, a longtime member of Big D and the Kids Table, to discuss his journey through ska, punk, and jazz, and what inspired him to step out as a solo artist with his debut instrumental album Benergy.

Ben walks us through his early influences—starting with a stack of burned CDs from his sister—and how he evolved from a curious listener to a jazz studies student to a full-time touring musician. We explore the underappreciated power of the bass, the role it plays in a band, and the unique challenges of leading a project from the bottom up.

🎧 Listen now to hear:

🎶 How Ben became a core member of Big D and the Kids Table
🎵 The story behind Benergy and how each track came to life
🧠 What goes into composing a bass-driven instrumental album
🥁 Why bass is the heartbeat that binds rhythm and harmony together
🎂 His upcoming hometown birthday show (with ska legends Planet Smashers!)

If you love ska, punk, or just want a fresh take on what makes music groove, this episode is a must-listen.

📲 CONNECT WITH BEN BASILE:

🌐 Website: https://benbasile.com
🎵 YouTube: Sleepwalk Sounds
📲 Instagram: @ben_basile
🎧 Stream Benergy on all major platforms

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🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
📲 Instagram: @savfairemag
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What happens when you grow up on tour with your drummer dad and singer-songwriter mom? For Ella Beyer, it meant discovering a love for storytelling through music at a young age—and never looking back. In this episode of the Savoir Faire Audio Experience, we sit down with Ella, the LA-based indie pop artist who’s quickly building a name for herself with heartfelt lyrics and deeply relatable songs.

Ella opens up about her early musical influences, her unique upbringing traveling the world with her parents, and how a middle school crush led her to pick up a guitar and eventually launch a songwriting career. From awkward teen band classes to polished EPs and poetic singles like “Oxygen” and the upcoming “Crime to Be Happy,” Ella’s journey is filled with raw honesty, creative growth, and big dreams.

🎧 Listen now to hear:🎶 The wild story behind how Ella started playing guitar
🎤 Her writing process and lyrical inspiration
📍 Life on the road as a child touring with her musician parents
💔 The deeper meaning behind her single “Oxygen”
🌟 Her vision for “Crime to Be Happy” and what’s coming next

If you love indie pop, clever lyricism, and the journey of a rising star, you won’t want to miss this one.

📲 CONNECT WITH ELLA BEYER:
🌐 Website: https://www.ellabeyer.com
📲 Instagram & TikTok: @ellabeyermusic
🎵 YouTube: Ella Beyer

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🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
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What’s it like to keep punk rock alive in the heart of Nashville’s country music scene? In this episode of The Savoir Faire Audio Experience, we sit down with Nate Bernardino, frontman of SecondSELF, to talk about the band’s journey, the Nashville underground punk community, and their new album The Current Descent.

Nate shares how SecondSELF was born in a garage and grew into a powerful voice in the punk scene, eventually catching the attention of Punkerton Records. We dive into the creative process behind their politically charged songs, including the single “Grape Soda and Gasoline,” and the band’s passion for music that pushes boundaries.

🎧 Listen now to hear:
🎸 How SecondSELF found its place in Nashville’s underground punk scene
🧠 The writing process behind their new album The Current Descent
🔥 Why their songs hit hard on social issues, politics, and personal identity
🎶 What’s next for the band, including Punk Rock Bowling and tour stops
💥 Why punk still matters in today’s music world

If you’re a fan of raw energy, meaningful lyrics, and music with a message—this episode is a must-listen.

📲 CONNECT WITH SECONDSELF
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondself12
Label: https://www.punkertonrecords.com

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What happens when a nonprofit leader turned entrepreneur sets out to solve a simple problem that most beachgoers face? In this episode, we sit down with Suzanne Fontaine, founder of Playa Amigo, to talk about her journey from the Midwest to Puerto Vallarta, her mission to create the perfect portable seat, and how she turned an idea into a functional, stylish, and game-changing outdoor accessory.

Suzanne shares the story behind Playa Amigo—a lightweight backpack that unfolds into a reclining backrest with room for your essentials—and walks us through the design, challenges, and passion that fueled her mission to make outdoor comfort more accessible and stylish.

🎧 Listen now to hear:
🧠 How Suzanne’s nonprofit background led to launching a product-based business
🏖 The story behind inventing Playa Amigo, a backpack + reclining seat combo
📦 What it takes to design and manufacture a physical product from scratch
🌍 Living and building a business in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
💬 Her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs with zero design or product experience

If you’ve ever had a product idea you couldn’t stop thinking about, this episode will inspire you to make it a reality.

📲 CONNECT WITH SUZANNE FONTAINE & PLAYA AMIGO:
🌐 Website: https://theplayamigo.com
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplayamigo

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🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savfairemag/
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How do you unlock the full value of your team and accelerate innovation without burning out your resources? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Savard—physicist, product development executive, author, speaker, and founder of The Innovation Doctors—to explore his groundbreaking leadership framework, The Clarity Cascade.

With over 25 years of experience across the medical, aerospace, and telecommunications industries, Tom has led high-impact teams and transformed how organizations think about speed, agility, and value. We dive into how clarity, purpose, and process optimization can elevate any organization—and how breaking free from rigid constraints can actually help businesses deliver more, faster.

🎧 Listen now to hear:🚀 The five principles of The Clarity Cascade
🎯 Why clarity of purpose is the secret weapon of elite teams
📈 How to break past scope, schedule, and budget constraints to drive ROI
💡 Tips for aligning leadership strategy with team execution
🎷 Plus, a fun side note—how Tom balances life as a saxophonist in a regional cover band with his wife!

If you lead a team, manage projects, or want to spark innovation in your organization, this episode is packed with real insight you can put into action.

📲 CONNECT WITH DR. THOMAS SAVARD:
🌐 Website: https://theinnovationdoctors.com

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What happens when a love for language and a house full of musical influences collide? You get Zach Paradis—an emerging singer-songwriter blending poetic lyrics, R&B vibes, and acoustic soul into something uniquely his own.

In this episode, Zach joins us to talk about his musical journey from growing up as the youngest of nine in a music-loving Cleveland family, to evolving from a fiction-loving kid into a genre-bending songwriter. We dive into his creative process, songwriting approach, and what inspired his latest single, Hurricane.

🎧 Listen now to hear:
🎶 The story behind Zach’s emotionally powerful single Hurricane
✍️ How poetry, family, and heartache shaped his sound
🎤 Why vulnerability and specificity are the secret sauce to his songwriting
🥁 What it’s like to be on tour opening for Abe Parker—and drumming in the headliner’s set
🎸 How Zach uses loop pedals and acoustic sets to transform his music live

If you love discovering genre-blending artists who wear their heart on their sleeve and tell stories that stick with you, this episode is a must-listen.

📲 CONNECT WITH ZACH PARADIS:
🌐 Website / Music: https://linktr.ee/zachparadis
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachparadis
🎵 Spotify: Just search “Zach Paradis”
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zachparadis

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