EP 50: Sounds of Being – Host Elliot Torres talks to violist Jessica Meyer about her new CD “Sounds Of Being.” This episode features two live performances of Ms. Meyer’s work. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer, Rodney Jones. (Original air date: February 5, 2015).
EP 49: Poetry & Song (YouTube Edit) – Host Joelle Poole interviews AFTV’s Elliot Torres about his new book of poetry “One Last Tryst.” Next, Elliot interviews singer/songwriter Joi Veer about his new album “Present Day.” Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer, Rodney Jones. (Original air date: January 22, 2015).
EP 48: Fix Your Mood with Food – Host Joelle Poole interviews acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Doctor, Heather Lounsbury, L.Ac. who talks about her practice and her new book “Fix your Mood with Food.” (Original air date: January 8, 2015).
EP 47: Frankie Knuckles Panel – Guest Host Craig Roseberry moderates a panel of music industry experts in a conversation regarding the legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles and his international impact on dance music. Panelists include: Craig Roseberry, Jon Martin, Jeannie Hopper, Joe Berinato, and Rob Di Stefano. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Rodney Jones. (Original air date: December 11, 2014).
EP 46: Quinn Lemley – Correspondent Daniel Lynn Evans interviews actress/singer and The Artists Forum Alumna Quinn Lemley who talks about her latest project “Burlesque to Broadway.” Promo cameos from Linda Simpson, Gabrielle Gewirtz, and Craig Roseberry. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Rodney Jones. (Original air date: November 13, 2014).
EP 45: Health & Wellness – Guest Host Monique Martin interviews pain management specialist & healthcare advocate Dr Jasmine Bowers, who helps demystify the process of navigating the medical system – A focus on health and wellness, advocacy, insurance, and preventative medicine for artists as healthcare consumers. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gordon Christmas. (Original air date: October 30, 2014).
EP 44: Lydia Rhodes – Host Joelle Poole interviews dance diva and KID Recordings artist Lydia Rhodes who talks about her career as a singer/songwriter/performer and activist. Includes video clips from her 2014 gay pride performance at Club XL New York for DJ Junior Vasquez’s “Love is Stronger Than Pride” party (shot by Barney Medunic). Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer, Gordon Christmas. (Original air date: October 16, 2014).
EP 43: Craig Roseberry – Interview with label president/artist manager Craig Roseberry who talks about his incredible music industry career, his record label, KID Recordings, and his artist management company Shifty Entertainment. Host: introducing Joelle Poole. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer, Gordon Christmas. (Original air date: October 2, 2014).
EP 42: Bill Coleman (Extended Version) – Host Elliot Torres interviews writer/music producer Bill Coleman who talks about his illustrious career in the music industry and his company Peace Bisquit. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer. (Original air date: September 18, 2014).
EP 41: Documenting and Branding – Host Elliot Torres interviews writer/documentarian and New York City drag sensation Linda Simpson who talks about NYC nightlife and its impact on the art world, as well as her new photography book entitled “Pages” – an homage to his on trans performer friend Page. Next, Elliot interviews Inside Wide Design owner Gabrielle Gerwitz who explains the importance of artist branding and how to go about doing it. Special Thanks: MNN Studios NYC, Gloria Messer. (Original air date: September 4, 2014).
