Performers & Creators Lab
An entrancing look at the world of performance and creativity. Learn about the neuroscience of the “it” factor, listen to artists who channel ghosts to create their work, and hear firsthand from a booking agent about how to promote yourself as an artist. Host, Holly Shaw, a hypnotherapist and performance coach to Emmy award winning and Grammy nominated artists, includes spotlight coaching sessions, the "open channel game" where guests go into trance and answer questions, and wildly far-out conversations with musicians, actors, choreographers, and influencers on this podcast. As one reviewer says, “Holly is amazing at pulling deep wisdom out of her interviewees. This podcast is a must listen!"
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 136
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2024
The Creative Life with Emma Arnold
Forbes magazine called her, “One of the hardest working comics in the industry.” Listen as I get into it with comedian Emma Arnold about how she writes so much so fast, life on the road, and is she q…
The Circle of Comedy with Melissa McGillicuddy
Comedian Melissa McGillicuddy (Voted best comedian, Sacramento News & Review 2019) will be headlining at the Comedy Edge Saturday, June 18th and I was happy to have the chance to grab her for a conve…
The Sharp Edge of Honesty with Mean Dave
Comedian Mean Dave will be headlining at the Comedy Edge next Saturday, May 28th so I decided to sit down with him and see what goes on inside that funny head. In our convo we talk about comedy, writ…
Chris Riggins: Get Out of Your Own Way
The incomparable Bay Area comedian, Chris Riggins! We talk about Dave Chappelle, his rapping career, fashion for men, merch, comedy of course and so much more.
Come see Chris Riggins at the Comedy Ed…
Sunday Session: A New Definition of Discipline
With Omicron raging, we've re-started the Sunday Sessions and in this week's powerful opening Holly talks about the fear of the "unknown" and covers:
- negative hallucination
- the story that you're tellin…
SNL Is Just A Gateway Dream
Actor and comedian, Frank Garcia-Hejl shares his stories and wisdom from his career in comedy, acting, sketch and film. We cover some juicy bits like,
- Frank's SNL auditions and meeting Lorne Michaels
- …
Three Secrets to Producing Sold Out Shows
Holly shares three secrets to producing sold out shows from her years of experience and recent success of 38 weekly sold out shows in a row at the Comedy Edge. Recorded at Mutiny Radio as part of the…
Finding Fearless with Chey Bell
Comedian Chey Bell shares about her fearless start in stand-up comedy, her take on accepting advice from others, and gets honest about where she maybe isn't as fearless as she one day hopes to be. W…
Comedic Lightness of Being with Don Lacy
Award winning comedian, Donald Lacy Jr. talks with Holly about the craft, his daughter's tragic death, and the wisdom of his mentors.
Come watch Don Lacy in action, headlining live at the Comedy Cul…
Respect On the Way Up with Tammy Tea Love
Bay Area comedian, TammyTea Love talks about her journey on the way up, from her big break with Academy award winning actress, Mo'Nique to her work with the Hella Funny crew. See Tammy live! at the …
Surviving Smash or Bomb Comedy with Amy Howerska
Amy Howerska is an award winning comedian and comedy writer who has found her stride on stage, but it wasn't always so easy. Listen as she shares stories of the times when audiences hated her and exp…
Cracking the Comedy Code with Jerry Law
Comedian Jerry Law shares his wealth of knowledge about how to make an audience laugh with you and love you. In this intimate convo, he talks about his new relationship, growing up in East Oakland an…
Take Control of Your Art with Actor, Jami Tennille
When Jami Tennille first started acting later in life she felt like she was really struggling to find the light switch in a room with no lights. Once she figured it out and started working, she had t…
After Rejection: BOUNCE BACK
Being turned down for a job is a frequent experience for an actor, but that doesn't mean it's always easy! The feelings are real. Rejection can feel tough. Listen to this guided meditation to help y…
Before You Audition: DROP INTO YOUR MAGNETIC CENTER
The perfect thing to calm those nerves and get you ready for an audition. Every single person has a powerful visceral center that, when utilized, creates an irresistible magnetism. This quick medita…
Before You Practice: ACTIVATE YOUR ENERGY
Listen to this guided meditation and exercise to get yourself in the mood to practice. In just a few minutes you'll feel aligned and excited to begin doing what you need to do in order to get better …
Before You Self-Tape: SLIP INTO CHARACTER
Do you feel a little scattered when you're trying to self-tape and juggle all the pieces? The lighting, the sound, your outfit? This guided meditation will help you drop into a calm and focused place…
A Love Letter To You On Valentine's Day
Are you secretly longing for someone to tell you how wonderful you are on this Valentine's Day? Look no further than this intimate love letter whispered straight to you heart made just for you . . .…
The Shadow of The Self: Making Art In the Middle of Madness
Comedian Marcus Howard interviews best-selling author, Holly Shaw talking about:
- what is a "shadow self"?
- why vulnerability is so freakin' hard
- your artistic potential beyond the prevalent poverty minds…
Social Media Sensibility: How to Be Yourself Online and Avoid Sounding Like A Marketing Robot
Feeling at a loss when it comes to promoting yourself on social media? Hear from online presence expert, Italina Kirknis, as she talks to Holly about attraction based marketing, nuances in sharing a…