Empowered Artist Collective Podcast

By: Empowered Artist Collective
  • Summary

  • The Empowered Artist Collective Podcast will be one in which we have insightful conversations with fellow artists about all sorts of things that pertain to our personhood and our artistry. Join our community of women and non-binary artists seeking a thriving and sustainable career in the arts as we ask hard questions, sit with open-ended answers or perhaps no answers at all, share resources and hopefully expand the dialogue around all the aspects of our industry that so many are not talking about in an open forum.  Whether you are an actor, singer, dancer, performer, writer, director, creator, theater and tv/film lover... If you are someone who is curious about others’ artistic experiences, believe that being an artist is about more than just the auditions you book, think this industry is in need of change, and want to get a personal glance at what’s going on behind the curtain: this is the podcast for you! Let’s be in community together. Let’s support one another. Let’s make this journey a little less isolating and more inclusive. IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective // TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective // www.EmpoweredArtistCollective.com Host: Jennifer Apple // @JenniferApple_ // JenniferApple.net Head of Production & Editor: Nayara Alexis // @NayaraAlexis Podcast Music Composer: Aimee Lefkowicz // @Aimee.Isabella
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  • 93. Advocating for Accessibility with Jenna Bainbridge
    Nov 12 2024

    What steps can we take toward a more anti-ableist approach in theater, where disability inclusion is standard, not exceptional? Jennifer talks to Jenna Bainbridge – actor, disability rights activist, and co-founder of ConsultAbility, a consulting company focused on creating safe and inclusive environments for all disabled theater artists. Jenna shares her journey as an ambulatory wheelchair user, from her early years navigating ableist barriers to her current role on Broadway in Suffs - which shes incredible in and you only have until jan 5th to check out. She gives powerful insights on fostering environments where disability is embraced and access is seen as essential to creating truly inclusive experiences for everyone. Together they discuss the importance of proactive communication about access needs, what small but impactful changes organizations and individuals can make, ways to shift cultural attitudes to foster conversations about disability, and practical tools for implementing simple solutions. Learn how we can each play a role in building a more accessible, anti-ableist future in the arts. About Jenna: Jenna Bainbridge (she/her) is an actor, singer, and disability rights advocate based in New York. At 16 months old, Jenna broke her spine and became partially paralyzed from the waist down. She navigates the world now as an ambulatory wheelchair user. In 2024 she became the first wheelchair user to perform in a New Musical on Broadway when she made her debut in Suffs which won the 2024 Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Music. She can also be seen in NBC’s Found and you can hear her narrate the audio books for Marieke Nijkamp’s Unbroken and Alice Wong’s Disability Intimacy.In addition to performing, Jenna is also the Co-founder of ConsultAbility, a consulting firm whose mission is to work with theatrical institutions and educational programs to create more accessible spaces and inclusive programming for disabled artists, bridging the gap between what is desired and what is required when working with disabled artists in the theatrical world.

    Jenna’s IG: @bainbridgejenna

    Jenna’s Website: https://www.jennabainbridge.com/

    Tickets for Suffs: https://suffsmusical.com/tickets

    ConsultAbility: https://www.consultability.org/

    Download the FREE Monologue Selection Toolkit: www.jenniferapple.net/freebie

    Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple

    Learn more about Jennifer Apple: www.jenniferapple.net Jennifer Apple’s IG: @JenniferApple_

    Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo

    Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast

    EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective

    EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective

    EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/

    Nominate a Podcast Guest! https://form.jotform.com/220608577638162

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    Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/

    Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at EmpoweredArtistCollective@gmail.com

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    58 mins
  • 92. Insurance 101 for Creatives with Jamie Joeyen-Waldorf
    Nov 5 2024

    Do you find it overwhelming to navigate the complex world of health and life insurance? Jennifer sits down with Jamie Joeyen-Waldorf —a licensed insurance & benefits broker, theater producer, and HR consultant—to break down everything you need to know. From marketplace plans and life insurance types to understanding deductibles, premiums, and navigating options, Jamie shares invaluable insights tailored for creatives. They discuss the unique challenges artists face in securing coverage, clarify confusing terms so you can choose the best plans for your lifestyle, and unpack the essentials of choosing a plan. You’ll walk away knowing how to navigate the marketplace effectively, the ins and outs of employer versus individual plans, the benefits of considering alternative options, and how to make the most of open enrollment periods. Tune in for a packed episode that will help you navigate the insurance system with confidence and ease.

    Jamie’s Bio: Care4Creatives is a licensed benefits broker passionate about serving both individuals and groups, with a special emphasis on gig workers in the creative industry. Our mission is to provide top-notch benefits tailored to the unique needs of freelancers, artists, and organizations within the creative sector. We offer an extensive range of insurance options, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, complemented by ancillary benefits such as short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. Aside from her work at Care4Creatives, Jamie also runs an HR consulting business for arts organizations. She is a Tony-nominated Broadway producer, Vice President of the Board of Directors of Young Artists of America, and an escape room enthusiast.

    Jamie’s IG: @jamiewaldorf

    Jamie’s Website: care4creatives.com

    Guide for individuals in any state: http://care4creatives.com/individual

    Opolis: https://connect.opolis.co/partner?partnerid=Care4Creatives

    https://gethealthee.com/ (Use code JamieHBG24 at checkout)

    Additional new products: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WaCdDGVqiE2pRO0oGIdqpiGA6I-GgFTsNQbCFaQbBQ4/edit?usp=sharing

    Download the FREE Monologue Selection Toolkit: www.jenniferapple.net/freebie

    Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple

    Learn more about Jennifer Apple: www.jenniferapple.net Jennifer Apple’s IG: @JenniferApple_

    Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo

    Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast

    EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective

    EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective

    EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/

    Nominate a Podcast Guest! https://form.jotform.com/220608577638162

    Sign up for our newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/8e72e8dcb662/stay-in-touch

    Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/

    Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at EmpoweredArtistCollective@gmail.com

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    1 hr
  • 91. Redefining Support for Artists with Elena Muslar
    Oct 29 2024
    What does it mean to feel truly supported as an artist, not only in times of crisis but throughout one’s creative career? In our Season 3 premiere, Jennifer sits down with Elena Muslar — executive coach, educator, arts administrator, and Managing Director of The Career Center at the Entertainment Community Fund. Elena breaks down how the ECF can assist throughout one’s creative journey and shares resources that empower artists to embrace their worth, achieve growth, and pursue their dreams. Together, they encourage artists to view asking for help as a right, not a last resort, reframing support as a strength, and positioning stability and self-care as essential for lasting growth. They challenge us to redefine success and resilience through a holistic approach, reminding all of us that in choosing the creative life, we deserve a community that sees, values, and stands by us every step of the way. Elena Muslar Bio: (She/Her), Managing Director of The Career Center, joined the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund) in 2023. She oversees the national strategy and implementation of all Career Center services and programs including Career Counseling, Creative Workforce Development, the Career Transition for Dancers program, the Teaching Artist Program, and the Creative Entrepreneurship Project which all intentionally center the holistic enrichment of professionals navigating the performing arts and entertainment industries. Elena has spent the last 15 years of her career as a catalyzing advocate for creative workforce equity through various leadership roles in arts management, arts presenting, career coaching, nonprofit consulting, and higher education. Proudly dedicated to empowering creatives throughout their professional development journeys, from early career to executive moves or freelance projects into enterprising ventures, Elena, a native of South-Central Los Angeles was honored with a commendation from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors in 2019 for her leadership in the arts & creative economy, commitment to cultural equity & inclusion, and dedication to community affairs & civic pride. Elena is a graduate of the UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute, a UCLArts & Healing certified Social Emotional Arts Facilitator, holds an MFA in Theatre Management & Creative Producing from CalArts, and received her BA in Theatre Arts (with concentrations in Dance, African American Studies, and Education) from Loyola Marymount University. Entertainment Community Fund Website: https://entertainmentcommunity.org ECF Career Center: www.entertainmentcommunity.org/services-and-programs/enrich-your-career ECF IG: @ALifeInTheArts Elena’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elenamuslar Elena’s IG: @lelemariecreates ECF Emails: CareerCenterWest@entertainmentcommunity.org CarrerCenterEast@entertainmentcommunity.org Download the FREE Monologue Selection Toolkit: www.jenniferapple.net/freebie Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple Learn more about Jennifer Apple: www.jenniferapple.net Jennifer Apple’s IG: @JenniferApple_ Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/ Nominate a Podcast Guest! https://form.jotform.com/220608577638162 Sign up for our newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/8e72e8dcb662/stay-in-touch Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/ Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at EmpoweredArtistCollective@gmail.com
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    1 hr

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