VIE Book Club

S3 Ep4: Stories from the Stage

Join us as VIE Book Club host / VIE magazine editor, Jordan Staggs, spoke with Nathanael and Anna Fisher, the co-Founders of Emerald Coast Theatre Company, to talk about their journey of bringing theatre and arts education to Northwest Florida. From their backgrounds in performance, directing, and theatre education to launching ECTC in 2012, the Fishers share the vision, challenges, and passion that have shaped one of the Emerald Coast’s leading cultural organizations. We discuss how theatre can strengthen communities and create meaningful connections across generations. We also take a behind-the-scenes look at ECTC’s exciting productions, from beloved Broadway musicals and contemporary plays to family-friendly shows. Discover what goes into producing high-quality live theatre, how the company selects its season, and why live performance continues to connect people in a digital world. Whether you're a longtime theatre lover, a supporter of the arts, or simply curious about the people creating unforgettable experiences on stage, this conversation offers an inspiring look at the power of storytelling. Grab your tickets for the upcoming season at: emeraldcoasttheatre.org [http://emeraldcoasttheatre.org] CONNECT WITH ECTC: Instagram: @ectheatreco LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @viebookclub // @viespeaks // @viemagazine YouTube: (@VIEtelevision | WATCH VIE Speaks) Website: viemagazine.com [http://viemagazine.com] For sponsorship inquiries, please contact lisa@viemagazine.com and jordan@viemagazine.com.

S3 Ep3: A Lifetime in Live Music

Join us for this exciting interview as VIE Book Club host / VIE magazine editor, Jordan Staggs, speaks with musical artist manager and executive producer of Gulf Coast Jam, Rendy Lovelady. Rendy has shaped and molded the careers of artists across virtually every music genre, from Van Halen and Fleetwood Mac to Little Big Town and many more. With a career spanning multiple decades, he’s now focused more on event production, having headed up numerous successful music festivals. Rendy details his latest and greatest role in producing Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City Beach, Florida—one of the region’s biggest music events, which is celebrating its 14th year coming up May 28–31, 2026, with headliners Riley Green, Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, and Post Malone! He pulls back the curtain on what it takes to bring a festival of that scale to life, from gathering top artists and coordinating talent to managing massive crowds and ensuring every detail runs smoothly. He shares some behind-the-scenes realities, fun facts about favorite artists, and the payoff of creating an unforgettable experience for thousands of fans! Find your tickets for 2026 & 2027 here: gulfcoastjam.com [http://gulfcoastjam.com] CONNECT WITH RENDY: Instagram: @producerjam [https://www.instagram.com/producerjam/#] // @gulfcoastjam [https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoastjam/#]LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @viebookclub // @viespeaks // @viemagazine YouTube: (@VIEtelevision | WATCH VIE Speaks) Website: viemagazine.com [http://viemagazine.com]For sponsorship inquiries, please contact lisa@viemagazine.com [lisa@viemagazine.com] and jordan@viemagazine.com [jordan@viemagazine.com].

S3 Ep2: Honoring a Female Aviation Legend

Join us in this exciting interview as VIE Book Club host / VIE magazine editor, Jordan Staggs, chats with filmmaker and creative Jessica Anderson. Jessica is a California native who moved to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, in 2013. She has worked in marketing and social media management, where she ultimately gained her passion for storytelling and videography. She is the founder of That Girl Media, offering a range of services, including production, filming, editing, and photography, and works with companies across the Florida Panhandle and beyond. Her latest venture and passion project was producing and directing The Flight of Jackie Cochran, which combines rare archival footage, expert insights, and evocative performances to tell the story of a Northwest Florida aviation hero, Jackie Cochran. The film offers a compelling and timely portrait of a woman who defied limits in the WWII era, redefined gender roles in wartime, and broke flight speed records while never forgetting her lipstick. Jackie Cochran was one of the 20th century’s most influential aviators and played a critical role in establishing women’s place in military aviation. CONNECT WITH JESSICA: Instagram: @jploww // @flightofjackiecochran [https://www.instagram.com/flightofjackiecochran/#] Website: thatgirl.media [http://thatgirl.media/] // jackiecochranfilm.com [http://jackiecochranfilm.com/] LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @viebookclub // @viespeaks // @viemagazine YouTube: (@VIEtelevision | WATCH VIE Speaks) Website: viemagazine.com [http://viemagazine.com/] For sponsorship inquiries, please contact lisa@viemagazine.com [lisa@viemagazine.com] and jordan@viemagazine.com [jordan@viemagazine.com].

S3 Ep1: More Than A Meal

Join us in this exciting interview as VIE Book Club host / VIE magazine editor, Jordan Staggs, chats with Chef Chris Infinger of Panama City, Florida.  Chris, although his résumé might say chef, is a storyteller at heart. He weaves stories about food and tells tales through food. Growing up, Chris always knew he wanted to serve and take care of people. Cooking was an early passion of his, and he soon realized the hospitality industry offered numerous opportunities for creativity and fulfillment by taking care of others and crafting a narrative with each meal. He now hosts "Doing Dinner with Chef Chris" on National Public Radio. Each week, he plans a dinner party live on the air and then executes it later. If that wasn’t enough to fill his plate, Chris is a professor at Gulf Coast State College in the Culinary department. He aims to make an impact and improve his area through his students. Chris is also a big advocate for supporting your local farmers and fishermen, and even gives us the lowdown on which fruits and vegetables we should be eating each season! Bon appétit! CONNECT WITH CHRIS: Instagram: @chef_chris_i Website: wkgc.org/doing-dinner [http://wkgc.org/doing-dinner] LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @viebookclub // @viespeaks // @viemagazine YouTube: (@VIEtelevision | WATCH VIE Speaks) Website: viemagazine.com [http://viemagazine.com] For sponsorship inquiries, please contact lisa@viemagazine.com and jordan@viemagazine.com.

S2 Ep11: Lights. Camera. Action. Storytelling Through Film

Join us in this exciting interview as VIE Book Club host/VIE magazine editor Jordan Staggs chats with Kevin Elliott, founder of Redfish Film Fest, on all things documentaries, panels, keynotes, films, and more. With plans to be the premier documentary film fest in the Southeast, Redfish Film Fest celebrates the documentary art form while throwing fantastic events and parties for attendees. The inaugural weekend festival featured over ninety films in venues around Panama City, Florida, and next year promises even more! We loved hearing Kevin discuss his team's ideas and upcoming plans for Redfish Film Fest, so make sure to tune in for their next event coming April 24–27, 2025. Plus, learn more about Redfish Foundation, a new nonprofit that aims to bring world-class art and performances to Panama City, whose downtown area is bustling with creatives and business owners on a mission to revitalize their town for residents and visitors. For more information on Redfish Film Fest, visit www.RedfishFilmFest.com [http://www.redfishfilmfest.com/] and follow @redfishfilmfest and @redfish.foundation on Instagram. LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @viespeaks [https://www.instagram.com/viespeaks/] // @viemagazine [https://www.instagram.com/viemagazine/] YouTube: (@VIEtelevision [https://www.instagram.com/VIEtelevision/] | WATCH VIE Speaks) Website: viemagazine.com [http://viemagazine.com] CONNECT WITH KEVIN: Instagram: @redfishfilmfest and @redfish.foundation Website: RedfishFilmFest.com [http://www.redfishfilmfest.com/] For sponsorship inquiries, please contact kelly@viemagazine.com and hailey@viemagazine.com.