Episodes

  • Author Lindsay Flanagan is Ready to Unleash the Little Red Wraith!
    Nov 19 2024

    On this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author & editor Lindsay Flanagan. The two discuss Lindsay's history in writing, leading to her not only releasing her latest novel Little Red Wraith, but also joining the staff of Roan & Weatherford Publishing Associates, just as George did earlier this year.

    For more about Lindsay and her works, click HERE.

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    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

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    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    41 mins
  • Actor and Voice Artist Chris Dattoli Wants to Help You Land That Gig!
    Nov 12 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with actor & voice artist Chris Dattoli. Experienced in commercials, elearning videos, video games, radio spots, and more, Chris has built an incredibly impressive portfolio over the years and an even more impressive list of happy clients, including Microsoft, Lowe's, Samsung, Red Robin, and the NFL. Here, Chris shares his evolution into a full-time voice actor and provides some very valuable tips to get started in this business.

    For more information about Chris, please click HERE.

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    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    42 mins
  • Author and Book Coach Josee Smith Wants You to Finish That Book!
    Oct 29 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with acclaimed book coach and novelist Josee Smith. For years, Josee had been considering the possibilities of what could happen if she decided to pursue her passion of writing and creating characters that represented her and her loved ones. And then, in 2021, she started her journey as an author, and has introduced herself as a book coach as well. She helps black and brown working moms gain confidence as writers and achieve their childhood dreams as well!

    For more information about Josee, please click HERE.

    For those who would like to get involved with the Once Upon a Podcast Network, please message onceuponapodcastnetwork@gmail.com with your contact information and the name & description of your show. And if you have an idea for any of the concepts listed below, definitely let us know! We'd like to add shows that focus on the following:

    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    39 mins
  • Physician and Researcher Dr Laura Gabayan Takes Us on a Journey to Common Wisdom
    Oct 22 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with physician & researcher Dr. Laura Gabayan. While breaking down the elements that make up Common Wisdom, as described in Dr. Gabayan's book, the two have a fascinating discussion about how this project came to be, the different people who were tracked down to participate in the research and interviews, the various perspectives that come to light from talking with the subjects, and so much more.

    To learn more about Dr. Gabayan and her book Common Wisdom, click HERE.

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    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    32 mins
  • Children's Book Author and Poet TM Pedroley Jumps from the Classroom to the Bookstores
    Oct 15 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois leaves the confines of the home recording studio and meets with children's book author & poet TM Pedroley. Inspired by a particular student in TM's classroom during her teacher days, she has literally jumped into the world of children's books with her book "Jack Jumps to the Zoo." Since its release, she has gone on to write three more books in "The Adventures of Jumping Jack," including its latest entry, "Jack Jumps to the Farm." And her works have gone beyond the children's book genre, since she has also recently released her collection of poetry and short stories.

    For more about TM Pedroley and her works, please click HERE.

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    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    33 mins
  • Musician, Actress, TV Show Host Keldamuzik Has Taken the Stage!
    Oct 8 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with a woman of many talents: entrepreneur, actress, musician, television show host Keldamuzik. For several years now, Kelda has been working hard not only getting her persona out there - especially on the west coast - but also putting the spotlight on up-and-coming artists. All the work she has put in is paying off, with her show Diva Talk Tonight making its way to Amazon Prime Video and Tubi, and this has led her to become a figure of inspiration for those who want to get themselves in front of the camera but aren't sure where to start.

    For more about Keldamuzik, click HERE.

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    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    41 mins
  • Ready or Not, Here Comes Author and Publicist Laura Stegman!
    Sep 30 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author & publicist Laura Stegman. As the mind behind the acclaimed "Summer of L.U.C.K." trilogy for young readers, Laura has dedicated years of her life to get these books out into the world, and has also provided tools and knowledge for other up-and-coming authors with her PR Tips for Authors workshop, a step-by-step guide to building a digital author media kit. In addition to this, she owns Laura Segal Stegman Public Relations LLC, and her non-fiction work has been featured in books, magazine, and newspapers along both coasts.

    For more about Laura and her work, click HERE.

    For those who would like to get involved with the Once Upon a Podcast Network, please message onceuponapodcastnetwork@gmail.com with your contact information and the name & description of your show. And if you have an idea for any of the concepts listed below, definitely let us know! We'd like to add shows that focus on the following:

    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    38 mins
  • Gamblers, Brigades, and a Cold Slither: A Conversation with Animation Writer Michael Charles Hill
    Sep 24 2024

    This week on Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with writer Michael Charles Hill, and the two of them look back at his time as a writer/producer with Sunbow Productions. While there, Michael was responsible for some of the most memorable episodes of 1980s animation. Michael gave us the unforgettable riff of "Cold Slither" on G.I.Joe, the origin story of the Combaticons on TransFormers, Part 2 of the Season 3 episode "The Return of Optimus Prime," and so much more.

    For those who would like to get involved with the Once Upon a Podcast Network, please message onceuponapodcastnetwork@gmail.com with your contact information and the name & description of your show. And if you have an idea for any of the concepts listed below, definitely let us know! We'd like to add shows that focus on the following:

    Indie Comics / Cosplaying / Book Club (roundtable show with indie books & authors) / Indie Films / Conventions / Fan Fiction / Self-Help (a creative host focusing on ailments all creatives deal with such as anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, etc)

    Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.

    The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.

    If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.

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    1 hr and 15 mins