State of the Arts Episode 221 is now available for streaming on Spotify! I am thrilled to welcome writer, actress, model and educator Shelley Molad to my podcast for a wonderfully motivational episode. My resilient guest has established a career in the entertainment industry alongside being a mother of two and a partner to her husband who is a real estate entrepreneur.

State of the Arts Episode 22O now available for streaming on Spotify! I am immensely pleased to welcome storyteller and performing artist Violet Benny onto my podcast. In Tami McCarthy’s show “Spark the Experience,” this resilient creative intrigued the audience with an inspiring monologue about her journey with seasonal affective disorder. Bringing to light a very important issue, she shares her diagnosis, struggles and treatment experience openly.

State of the Arts Episode 219: The Valentine’s Day Special is now available for streaming on Spotify! My husband Joe Grado joins me on my podcast this week to speak about our experiences together as a couple in the arts. From films to songs to a home indie short festival, we have recently collaborated on various projects as a team of two. In this romantic episode we discuss our collaborations, reminiscence on our first date and touch upon several other significant topics.

State of the Arts Episode 218: The Lunar New Year Special. To welcome the Year of the Snake, my podcast spotlights a multitalented Asian food vlogger, content creator and independent chef. With a college degree focused on hospitality, she has recently solidified a social media-based career in the culinary industry.

State of the Arts Episode 217 is now available for streaming on Spotify! Singer/songwriter Lynne Robyn Barasch joins me on my podcast for an inspiring interview. This spirited artist has carved out a dynamic career in the music industry. While she went to school at The Boston Conservatory, she eventually gravitated toward rock music. She partook in composing the song “Walk with Me” for Emmy-nominated civil rights documentary “Leveling Lincoln.”

State of the Arts Episode 216 is now available on Spotify, shining a spotlight on a trailblazing New York creative! Luz Michelle, a standout in the city comedy scene, is a true inspiration. Her diverse background and life experiences uplift and entertain audiences in iconic comedy venues, such as Caroline's Gotham Comedy Club and The Stand. As the winner of the Ladies of Laughter Westchester chapter competition and a monthly advice columnist for Westchester's "Connect To" Magazine, Luz Michelle is empowering others through laughter and guidance.

Empower yourself with the latest episode of State of the Arts, now available on Spotify! This week energy healer, mindset coach and astrologer Jean Gutierrez joins me on my podcast for a riveting conversation. My remarkable guest has her own healing practice in the scenic state of Connecticut.

State of the Arts Episode 114: First Episode of the Year! To ring in the New Year I welcome content creator, cosplayer, photographer, illustrator, painter and pianist Ahra Sung to State of the Arts. In this fun-filled episode, I interview this enthusiastic, engaging creative about conventions, cosplay, anime, photography and more!

State of the Arts Episode 213: The New Year Special now available on Spotify. It is a tremendous blessing to interview Kitt Blessing! I am proud to present drama educator, actor, writer and set designer Kitt Blessing this week. Kitt Blessing is extensively educated in various areas of Theatre.

State of the Arts Episode 213: The New Year Special now available on Spotify. It is a tremendous blessing to interview Kitt Blessing! I am proud to present drama educator, actor, writer and set designer Kitt Blessing this week. Kitt Blessing is extensively educated in various areas of Theatre.