Break the Gate: Recent Episodes
Christopher Ronan
This podcast is for people who want to be in the entertainment field, but are unsure in what capacity. This is an all-encompassing information source for everything industry. I plan on interviewing booking agents, casting directors, TV producers, sports managers, sport event managers and more. I would like for people to come to this podcast knowing no matter what answer they are looking for, to advance in their entertainment career, they can find it here.
Today we're joined by Stephanie Maksimow, the mastermind behind Whoa, That's Fresh LLC – a dynamic Marketing and PR agency in the Greater Seattle area.
Stephanie's expertise comes from years of crafting tailored campaigns for a diverse range of clients. From traditional PR to Artist Development and Album Campaigns, WTF Publicity covers it all, driven by Stephanie's passion for supporting independent artists and nonprofits.
Explore Stephanie's journey as she shares stories of collaborating with everyone from local talents to A-list celebrities across industries like music, entertainment, nonprofits, and sports. Join us for a fresh take on Marketing and PR strategies that make an impact in today's ever-changing landscape.
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Guest Dawn Wolfe is a distinguished Animal Talent Agent and Wrangler, renowned for her exhaustive expertise and dedication. With an illustrious career spanning nearly 30 years, Dawn has established herself as an industry leader in Studio Animal Training and Wrangling.
In this episode, Dawn provides a meticulous exploration of her experiences. As the founder of Pawsitively Famous Animal Actors, she has successfully managed and represented animals in various media projects, including print, web, TV, and advertising campaigns for brands like Kate Spade, Roomba, and Disney's K9 Undercover.
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Dive into entertainment’s digital evolution with Kyle Frey, Director of Digital Marketing ay MNRK Music Group. Explore trends, strategies, and success stories shaping modern music promotion in this digital world.
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Jeff Menig shares the hard-earned knowledge and managerial excellence he's brought to groups like Left To Suffer and Sworn In. Jeff also expands on his career as a marketing director for Atlanta's The Masquerade and others.
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Jeremy joins BTG for a frank and open discussion about the many roles he has played in the music industry over the years - from staring his own label, CI Records, to founding the LAUNCH Music Conference. Jeremy shares what it takes to build a lasting career for yourself from the ground up with hard work and a DIY spirit.
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Taylor Flynn stops by to chat about all things management and booking. She shares some helpful tips regarding ways for bands to stand out and maximize both their audience retention and merch sales. Learn how to make it in today's music industry and make some friends along the way.
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Two time award-nominated, Jim Hanke is an accomplished podcast producer and editor, known for his exceptional creativity and quick thinking. With over 20 years of experience, he has conducted interviews with notable entertainers like Conan O'Brien and Creed Bratton, as well as renowned musicians including Rosanne Cash, Hozier, and members of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Foo Fighters, and more. Jim's expertise shines as the Senior Producer of Biscuits & Jam, a highly successful podcast from Southern Living Magazine, where he has worked with legends such as Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Gladys Knight, Loretta Lynn, and Reba McEntire. Jim's podcast has earned high rankings on Apple's charts and received nominations for the Publishers Podcasting Awards. Alongside his podcasting skills, Jim possesses project management experience and a lifelong passion for music creation and promotion. He is skilled in content creation, repurposing previous material for new audiences, and utilizing various project management applications. Additionally, Jim has demonstrated proficiency in securing multi-year paid sponsorships for podcasts and has extensive experience in audio editing using digital audio workstations like Audacity.
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In this podcast, Trevor Swenson, CEO of Dynamic Talent International (formerly Artery Global) and general cool dude, shares his inspiring journey as CEO and founder of DTI, The Masterpass and Agent Live 360. Gain insights into leading a booking agency, work-life balance, and preventing burnout. Explore the benefits of The Masterpass for artists and fans, and the revolutionary impact of Agent Live 360 on the sports agent industry. Discover Trevor's strategies for networking, bringing K-pop artists to the U.S., and succeeding in the entertainment industry. Get expert tips on managing tours, marketing artists, and booking live performances.
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Legendary UFC ring announcer Joe Martinez joins Chris and dives deep into his journey of becoming a ring announcer for the UFC. Joe shares how it all started with a chance encounter with Tito Ortiz and his persistence in pursuing his dream. They discuss the behind-the-scenes preparations for announcing and the evolution of technology in the UFC. Joe also opens up about his personal struggles with mental health and the importance of surrounding oneself with positivity. Join us for an engaging and inspiring discussion with Joe Martinez, and learn about his remarkable journey and the lessons he's learned along the way.
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Join us this episode as we explore the world of event marketing and festival promotion with a seasoned expert. Evan Bailey, Vice President and Marketing Director of Disco Donnie, shares his journey in the entertainment industry and the company's significance in the electronic dance music scene. Gain insights into successful marketing strategies, the evolving landscape influenced by platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and the power of social media in driving conversions. Discover effective channels for direct ticket sales and tailored approaches for different event sub-genres. Learn about incorporating SMS marketing, attendee engagement, ambassador programs, managing costs, and balancing competitiveness. Evan also shares predictions on upcoming trends and changes in event marketing. Don't miss this engaging discussion filled with valuable perspectives on sponsorships and brand partnerships within the entertainment industry.
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Zach stops by to talk about artist management, talent buying, building your career in the music industry and more. What do managers look for in a band? Are you positioning yourself to grow as a manager or artist? Find out in this week's Break The Gate.
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Unfortunately, due to a technical issue, our regularly scheduled podcast will not be available this week. However, we have highlighted some of our conversations with past guests and talk about networking and promotion in the entertainment industry.
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A conversation with Mike Ciprari, founder of SJC drums. We discuss SJC's journey from a business started by a few brothers at their Grandmother's house to an industry leader in hard rock and metal drumming.
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In this episode we go into how he approaches selecting the lineup for Riot Fest, biggest challenges as a talent buyer, Extreme Midget Wrestling, booking bands for yourself and more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btgpodcast/support
In this episode we go into Johnny's involvement with Furnace Fest, what the organization of a festival looks like, challenges faced as a festival organizer, his time with Know More Orphans and more!
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No guest for this episode! Instead we dive into the world of music and check out some of our bands, local and touring!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btgpodcast/support
We go into Mike's experience in the production industry, working with shows like Workaholics, key differences in working for yourself versus others in the production industry, mental health in the creative world, and so much more!
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In this episode, we talk about how to handle low success concerts, venues in SoCal with a natural draw, how to break into the California market, who's booking local concerts in SoCal, and more!
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In this episode we talk about what her role means, how she works with clients, what it means to pre-clear tracks, how to submit to a Music Supervisor, and more!
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In this episode, we talk about the merging of Frank Productions and Majestic Madison, strengthening a music scene in Madison, WI, differences in production for outside versus inside performances, how an artist gets the attention of a larger promoter, and more!
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In this episode we talk about growing up wanting to be an actor, differences in larger and smaller productions, what it was like being a caveman on Phil of the Future, should actors be networking more, does living location matter for getting acting gigs, and more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btgpodcast/support
In this episode we talked about the process of working with Sumerian Records film Paradise City, timeline of a film/tv show, how casting directors get paid, if IMDBs work, how casting directors find actors/actresses and much more!
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In this episode, we talk about merch cuts, negotiating with an agent, what it takes to book bigger artists, crowd-killing, liabilities of a promoter and more!
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In this episode, we talk about growing up in the Pennsylvania local music scene with bands like The Wonder Years, basement shows, three things that make a superstar, intellectual property rights, and more!
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In this episode, we talk about the state of the local music scene, why going to local shows is important, TikTok superstars, interviewing bands, and much more!
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In this episode, we talked about different types of merch printing, average cost for a band, the inspiration behind the company, how someone could get into the merch business, and way more!
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In this episode, we talk about getting started as a artist manager, unspoken rules in management, the transition of Aaron to Spencer and back to Aaron, NFTs in the music industry and more!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/btgpodcast/support
In this episode we talked about DIY shoot must haves, what bands should look for when picking a director, prices you should pay for a shoot, things bands shouldn't do when working with a director, and much more!
Next episode: February 6th, 2023 - Randy Nichols of Force Media Management (Underoath/The Almost/The Starting Line)
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In this episode, mistakes bands make, what a label owner once did to him, how he booked his first tour, his view on gatekeeping and more!
In this episode, we talk about her experience with Billie Eilish, working with Avril Lavigne and Games We Play, growing up with Warped Tour, When We Were Young Festival, different types of managers, and more!
In this episode, we talk about running the longest running touring music festival, what it means to be an artist with a purpose, the future of bands on TikTok, controversies at Warped Tour, Fronz from Attila taking over Warped Tour, Kevin's involvement with Monster Energy Drinks new water to combat Liquid Death, and more!
Cameron Norris is a tour booking agent and artist manager for bands Decayer, Sorry No Sympathy, Constellations and more. In this episode, we go into tour booking strategies, when to look for a booking agent, red flags in booking, and more!
Tyler is getting his doctorates. He is also the President of Scene Daddy, Marketing Director of PUSH, and Co-Founder of Don't Blink Music Group. In this episode, we talk about Tylers career, when to get a social media expert, what a Facebook pixel is and more!