The WtFun! Podcast

Joining us on our next episode of WtFun! Podcast is a theatre actor turned fashion designer who launched her label IRISHLATINA, a sustainable clothing brand offering seasonless pieces made from post-consumer products. So, tune in and listen to how this innovative fashionista is making a positive impact on the fashion industry by keeping clothing out of the landfill. 

Joining us on our next episode of WtFun! Podcast is a hilarious stand-up comedian who has toured all over and performed on numerous comedy festivals with his on-a-whim comical style and infectious catchphrase. Mikey is a favorite on other comedy podcast shows and also has performed sketch comedy and improv. Enjoy!

 

Joining us on WtFun! Podcast is one of Hollywood's most sought after Creative Producer/Directors in the television industry—Justin Mabardi. From his early career as an assistant stage manager to having over twenty years of production supervision and professional stage management experience under his belt. Justin has led teams for Franco Dragone for ten years (Le Reve, The House of Dancing Water, Carmen the Musical, Taboo, India, and the Dai Show), and even associated directed and stage managed five shows for the international musical sensation, Il Divo and is now the Creative Producer for ABC's Dancing with the Stars. Tune in and listen to Justin's journey into the wonderful of world of television, and hear all about his life on the road and how he produced American Idol remotely from home through the Covid-19 pandemic.  

Join us as we get up close and personal with @djicyice and @djdblplay as they share their humble beginnings from saving their lunch money as teens to buy a record and a turntable, to becoming one of the most sought after DJ artists in the nightlife industry. These two hardworking DJs have made a name for themselves performing on the world's biggest stages, mainstream clubs, ultra-lounges, high profile events, and private celebrity parties with the biggest names in the entertainment industry.  

Our next spotlight guest is ALL TEA, ALL SHADE! This no-nonsense power house Queen and fellow Podcaster is the founder and CEO of "A Broad Productions" and host of the popular podcast show – A Broad Cast Podcast. She has traveled all over the world, sharing her experiences, visions, and "a broad" perspective on travel, food, beauty and culture on a different level. So grab your favorite adult beverage, sit back and relax as Kimmie, Kesia, and Renee get the TEA on the wonderful world of podcasting from Queen ShanShan! 

Do you know what it takes to make it in the acting business? Laura Vega and Arely Araniva share with us their journey from their first taste of the spotlight as a Folklorico dancer and spinning dreidel to their expansive careers in the world of film, stage, and television. They’ll also share their audition strategies and what it takes to truly do THE HUSTLE! 

Joining us on WtFun! Podcast is a notable costume designer, wig master and makeup director, Abel Zeballos, who has spent over 40 years in the theatrical industry,  bringing characters to life through his creativity and talent while being an educator and teaching theatrical courses at numerous universities and institutions throughout Southern California. He was one of the founding makeup directors for costumes and prosthetic make-up for Halloween Haunt at Knott’s Berry Farm for over 20 years.

Get up close and personal with Jennifer (Kumi) Kumiyama, as she shares her inspirational journey from being an Actor living with Arthrogryposis, becoming Ms. Wheelchair California 2010 and Ms. Wheelchair America 2011, First Runner Up, to her humble beginnings performing in community theatre as the greatest "Good Ship Lollipop" to gracing the stage at Disney California Adventure Theme Park's  "Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular." Join us as we get a lesson on being your own champion in life and what it takes to get there.

Jeff Wells, an accomplished music producer from Jadion Music, shares what it takes to make it in the music industry and his success in creating dance pop hits for music artists that has charted over a quarter of a million downloads on all digital download sites, and over half a billion combine plays on YouTube while lending his golden voice to commercials, movie previews, documentaries, and animation.

From National Tours to the big stages of Broadway, join us as we interview Tiana Okoye (The Cher Show) and Jay Donnell (Once on This Island) and listen to these two amazingly talented actors share their journey from humble beginnings in musical theatre to their successful careers up on the big stage. This special interview will definitely leave you feeling inspired!