Episode 11: The Trumpeter's Duty

Episode 15: Greg Agid "...more than a feeling."

After meeting at the Jazz Educator's Network conference where Greg gave a talk on paths to success which divert from the typical "go to school, get a job, etc." it was evident that there was a LOT more to the story here from Gregs beginnings as a die hard Jazz Clarinetist through his rise to internet fame in the early days of YouTube and beyond. Greg's perspective on modern musicianship are a breath of fresh air and will surely prove relevant and useful to anyone seeking to create a successful future for themselves as a musician. Links: * Second Line Arts Collective [https://www.secondlinearts.org] — Connect with Greg and other fabulous musicians to learn about the music business and level up your game all in one place with Second Line Arts Collective. * Greg's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gregoryagid/] — The best place on the internet to learn about playing jazz and jazz clarinet! * Greg's Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/gregoryagid] — Don't have insta? Jump on Facebook for the latest updates on Greg's performing and teaching opportunities! * Greg's YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@gregoryagid] — Take a deep dive on improvising and all things Jazz Clarinet here on Greg's OG home for all his teaching materials. * Greg's TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/discover/gregory-agid] — Prefer a more modern setting where you can interact with Greg and the material he teaches? Look no further!

Episode 14: Eric Schwarz and "The Art of the Pivot"

Milennials are among the most highly educated and underemployed generations in the history of the United States. We did as we were told, we went to school, we got the degrees, and then the industries which we aimed to be employed in dried up, were de-regulated making our degrees worthless, or just outright murdered in broad daylight. Eric shares his career trajectory and all the twists and turns with us in this epic double length episode! Links: * The site that started it all! [https://schwarztech.net] — The internets longest standing authority on all things Apple, Eric has been curating this site for over 20 years!

Episode 13: Mean "Sheets"

Lexie Signor and Brandon Hall share critiques they've been given throughout the years of their schooling, highlighting their inherent ignorance in some cases, flaws, and well-intentioned directions in others. In doing so, we discuss some of the things being allowed to continue in higher ed that should perhaps be questioned or changed in the future.

Episode 12: Do your own publicity! ...because of COURSE you CAN!

After many years in marketing and having taught Marketing at the University of Chicago, Tracy is bring her exptertise to the masses with her company the PR Accelerator which empowers creatives all over the country to promote themselves well even without the aid of a publicist. Links: * Get the full scoop Here! [https://www.thepraccelerator.com] — Tracy's home for all things PR... yes, you CAN do this! * Tracy's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tracysamanthaschmidt/] — Countless hours of GREAT info here! Definitely give this a scroll. * TikTok- the scroll that started it all! [https://www.tiktok.com/@tracysamanthaschmidt] — This is a treasure trove of fantastic advice for promoting your business online. A MUST scroll!

Episode 11: The Trumpeter's Duty

Today, we remember the names of those who have been murdered by ICE. While there is not much I can really do to make any sort of dent in the evil that is overtaking our country and killing our fellow citizens, I can at the very least not remain silent and use my voice to raise awareness. I take my job as a trumpet player as seriously as a priest regards their calling- we have a job to do. So today, I used an instrument I feel is sacred to do that job.