The Debbie Nigro Show

Debbie was the winner of the prestigious ‘Best Nationally Syndicated Talk Show of The Year’ – three years in a row, from American Women in Radio & Television. Nobody sees the glass of Cabernet half full like Debbie. She is fresh air with a magnetic flare.

Kat James: Make Your Body A Fat Burning Machine /Elizabeth Yarnell: Nat’l Food Sensitivities Clinic 04/17/2019

Kat James: Make Your Body A Fat Burning Machine /Elizabeth Yarnell: Nat’l Food Sensitivities Clinic “We Are What We Eat: Poisons In Our Everyday Foods.” That was Elizabeth Yarnells' TED Talk Topic. She's truly an expert on the topic and writes a healthy eating and natural lifestyle blog called 'Effortless Eating.' Since 1999, Elizabeth has been living with Multiple Sclerosis, but you'd never know it because her last MS attack was in 2002. A naturopathic doctor now (ND), Elizabeth discovered the role that food sensitivities play in inflammation, and not only helped herself but now runs a nationwide food sensitivities clinic designing customized anti-inflammatory diets, and she is the director of the Fight MS with Food project. Whether you suffer from occasional or chronic gastro-intestinal issues, are battling auto-immune symptoms, or simply want to learn more natural and effective approaches to reclaiming your health, she's got information you can use to improve how you feel just by changing what you are eating! Meet Elizabeth at 11:40am eastern today on The Debbie Nigro Show 1490 WGCH or Listen Live from anywhere by clicking onto WGCH.com. You can also Listen Live on Tune In The Debbie Nigro Show. -- Wellness Wednesday! Who doesn't want to change their body into a fat burning machine? A little little-known hormone called 'leptin' ignites fat burning, says Kat James, 54, who after years of trial and error, found a way of eating that made her 10 dress sizes smaller and freed her from her food obsession. Poor Kat endured a 12-year battle with an eating disorder and near liver failure, until she started overhauling her diet. She gave up her career as a celebrity makeup artist to devote her life to sharing what she’d discovered with others...how to achieve the same kind of biochemical flip! Kat James started her dramatic self- transformation in 1990. Since then, she’s led 88 retreats and has become known as the “Jane Goodall of leptin.” Tune in and meet Kat today on the show at 11:20am eastern The Debbie Nigro Show on 1490 WGCH or Listen Live form anywhere at WGCH.com. Podcasts later on DebbieNigro.com, iTunes and more. The Kat James Show informedbeauty.com /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9590531

CEO John Abplanalp Entrepreneur & Fordham Foundry’s VentureUP ’SharkTank” 04/16/2019

CEO John Abplanalp Entrepreneur & Fordham Foundry’s VentureUP ’SharkTank” Trending Tuesday: Been There Done That Entrepreneurs Are Supporting The Visions Of Our Next Generation! Got a kick out of reading that my ol' pal John Abplanalp, President & CEO of Tightlines Advisors, was one of the industry-expert judges at Fordham Foundry’s VentureUP competition. Fordham University premiered this unique event as a “launchpad for new ventures led by Fordham alumni and current students.” Fordham Foundry’s VentureUP competition featured teams of innovators, each making a ten-minute pitch for investment to the panel of judges in hopes of securing the $25,000 grand prize in cash and services for their idea. “The level of intelligence, insight and planning that the participants brought to the table was exceptional,” said Abplanalp in reflecting on the event. Invited John (The Barry White of Manufacturing LOL ) to join me on The Debbie Nigro Show today 11-12noon set 1490 WGCH or LIVE from any device WGCH.com. Podcasts land on DebbieNigro.com. ABOUT JOHN ABPLANALP John Abplanalp is the former CEO and President of Precision Valve Corporation. John successfully led the transformation of the company into an effective and efficient global supply chain management system for the manufacture and assembly of more than 30 billion parts annually. A hands-on leader, John learned from the bottom up during his 35-year career in manufacturing. He founded Tight Lines Advisors LLC to utilize his extensive experience in the manufacturing industry and assist companies in improving their operational performance. John has served on the Executive Board of the Consumer Specialty Products Association from 2002 to 2015 and as their Chairman and Assistant Treasurer. He received his MBA from Fordham University and undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from Manhattan College. https://www.tightlinesadvisors.com /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9590477

Stacey Winnick Created One Of The Most Popular Online Virtual Tag Sales in NE 04/15/2019

Susan St John ‘Mad Mischief’ One Woman’s Adventure To Edge Of Sanity 04/09/2019

AC Blows Hot? REO Appliance Pres. Micheal Jordan - Still Need Humans To Fix Appliances 04/05/2019

Drowsy Days (Potsie) Anson Williams invented Alert Drops 1/4M Fall Asleep Driving Daily! 04/04/2019

Drowsy Days (Potsie) Anson Williams invented Alert Drops 1/4M Fall Asleep Driving Daily! Drowsy Days. 250,000 drivers fall asleep at the wheel every day in the US. 30% of people report dozing off behind the wheel. 6,400 people die each year from driving drowsy. Losing 2 hours of sleep is equal to having 3 beers. False Info: Loud Music and rolling windows down will not protect you from drowsy driving. But a lemon will! Anson Williams figured this out after it saved his own life then did more research and developed an all natural product called Alert Drops you spray in your mouth that keeps you awake! Anson (who you might remember as Potsie Weber on "Happy Days) stops by the show today to explain. He's continuing the efforts of his famous cousin (he called Uncle), Dr. Henry Heimlich (Heimlich Maneuver), by saving lives. He works with cities around the country to raise Drowsy Driving Awareness. Good story - important topic. Cool Product. Tune in to The Debbie Nigro Show to day 11-12Noon 1490 WGCH or WGCH.com anywhere. Live on TuneIn too. BTW: These happy days, Anson Williams is a father of 5 girls, a celebrated & respected director and a recognized philanthropist and business man. He was recently honored by Congress, the CA State Senate, the City of Los Angeles and the LAPD for his efforts on Drowsy Driving Awareness. His Happy Days Cast and many other celebs and first responders across the country help him continue to raise awareness about the 4 Driving D's -- Distracted, Drugged, Drunk and Drowsy Driving. The latter of which is currently leading the list of casualties in the U.S. today. https://www.alertdrops.com -- Distracted Walking Is Also A Big Problem These Days. A new bill in Connecticut would allow police to issue tickets for crossing the street while distracted by an electronic device. Rich Scinto wrote this enlightening piece for Patch.com you may want to check out. Distracted Walking Could Cost You Money Under Proposed Law In CT /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9590057

Lisa Topham: Split Rock Aesthetic is THE Go To Gal in NY/CT For “Tweak-ments” 04/03/2019

Lisa Topham: Split Rock Aesthetic is THE Go To Gal in NY/CT For “Tweak-ments” When It Comes To Plastic Surgery "Tweak-ments" Are On The Rise! Shout Out Today To Allure Magazines' "7 Top Plastic Surgery Trends for 2019". The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says the number of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures have grown nearly 200% since 2000 with no indication of slowing down. These days, "a successful plastic surgery or cosmetic procedure should no longer be obvious." People just want a "Tweak-Ment" to look like themselves but with a few tweaks to make them look and feel better. On the rise? Injectibles, Lunch Procedures with Quick Bounce Backs, Niche Treatments (think droopy earlobes), Body Contouring, and Preventative Treatment at a Younger Age. The 7 Biggest Plastic Surgery Trends for 2019, According to Experts -- On The Subject Of Plastic Surgery "Tweak-Ments" Today (of which no one I know can phathom why the heck I've still had none)...Word On The Street Is Lisa Topham Is The 'Go To' Injectible and Facial Fillers Gal. She joins me in the 1490 WGCH studio today at 11am eastern. Lisa is an R.N., BSN, board certified plastic surgical nurse, and The Director Of The Split Rock Aesthetic Institute with 30 years experience. She delivers the latest and most advanced non-surgical alternatives for people to who want to look like themselves only more 'refreshed'. Lisa Topham was the first nurse in Connecticut, trained in collagen injecting in 1985! She's an expert in all types of skin care rejuvenation, including Bellafill, Juvederm, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Restylane, Perlane, and Restylane Silk, Sculptra, Radiesse, Botox and Dysport. AND...She is one of only 2 Registered Nurses in Fairfield County, CT chosen by Allergen for their prestigious designation as an ACE Certified Speaker and Trainer. Only those who have shown the highest level of expertise and have demonstrated a true understanding of facial anatomy and muscle groups are even considered for this program. https://lisatopham.com /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9590039

Wellness Wednesday: Attorney in elder law, Patricia Bave & National Doctor's Day 03/27/2019

Wellness Wednesday: Attorney in elder law, Patricia Bave & National Doctor's Day Wellness Wednesday: I'm 'Debbie Upper' vs 'Debbie Downer' but we need to talk. 'Heaven Forbid" something happens to you or yours are you prepared? You're getting older. Your parents are getting older. Got a plan? Many do not. If you reach 65, there's a 50-50 chance you’ll need paid long-term care. Caring for aging parents? Chances are you'll have to help financially. Understand Medicaid? Is there someone disabled whose future you worry about? Is there a Will? Uncomfortable discussions but they MUST be had. Helps to have them with someone who's smart with heart. Today my Womens History Month Feature Guest Is Patricia Bave, an experienced attorney with great compassion and insight who can help you navigate these difficult family situations. Tune in 11:12 noon to The Debbie Nigro Show 11-12noon eastern today on 1490 WGCH. Patricia A. Bave is a partner at Kommer Bave & Ollman LLP. She handles a broad range of matters, specializing in elder law, including Medicaid planning and applications, estate planning, including will and trust drafting, estate and trust administration, guardianship proceedings under Article 81 of the Mental Hygiene Law and Article 17A of the Surrogate’s Court Procedure Act and special needs planning. Ms. Bave is the immediate past co-chair of the Guardianship Committee of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section of the New York State Bar Association and a member of the Trusts and Estates Section. She is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Estate Planning Council of Westchester and is a member and has served as past-chair of the Elder Law Committee and the Adult Guardianship Committee of the Westchester Women’s Bar Association and the Westchester County Bar Association. Patricia A. Bave, Esq. - Kommer Bave & Ollman LLP. Kommer Bave & Ollman LLP Patricia A. Bave #YouGottaGetPrepared #LawyerWithHeart #Elderlaw #MedicaidPlanning #WillandTrustDrafting #EstateAdministration #Guardianship #SpecialNeedsPlanning -- Wellness Wednesday + Womens History Month + National Doctor's Day This Saturday = My Wonderful Doctor Mandira D. Gharekhan. She is compassionate, professional and smart as a whip. She is 'personal', cares, and takes the time to talk in a very busy profession. She is also humble but agreed to be my guest today during the show at 11:40am eastern. There actually was a time when I was growing up it was odd to consider a female Dr. Imagine? Whew! Glad we're past that! PS: National Doctor's Day is a holiday which is celebrated on March 30th in the United States. It is a holiday that honors physicians for the work they do for their patients, the communities they work in and for society as a whole. PPS: Did you know who the first female Dr. was? Elizabeth Blackwell, M.D. (1821-1910) She was the First Lady Doctor in the World. She was the first woman to graduate from a medical school, and was a pioneer in promoting the education of women in medicine in the US. #MandiraDGharekhan Westmed Medical Group #WomensHistoryMonth #NationalDoctorsDay #FabulousFemaleDoctor Mandira D. Gharekhan, MBBS - WESTMED Medical Group /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9249365

Artist, Designer & Marketing Guru, Elaine Conner 03/18/2019

Keira Kotler, Founder of Everviolet; Ariel Morgan, Founder of Maxine Morgan 03/14/2019

Happy International Womens Day! Louise and Sophie Newsome - Olde York Farm Distillery 03/08/2019

Happy International Womens Day! Louise and Sophie Newsome - Olde York Farm Distillery Happy International Womens Day! To All The Resilient Superhero Women Around The World. I Don't Do Politics On This Show And I Don't Side With Any Political Party On This Show BUT I Will Always Support Women On This Show. Always Have (before it was cool). Always Will. I'm making that point today because I'm choosing to post this opinion piece from the NY Times written by Kristen R. Ghodsee ( a militant feminist) who stopped sending flowers to her Mom on Mother’s Day for political reasons. Kristen chooses instead to send flowers on this date, even though her mom isn't pleased about it. Kristen's point? "I don’t want to celebrate you only as a mother.” She continues..."A resilient woman who once worked two jobs after my father abandoned her with three mortgages, two kids and no child support, she was more than just a parent to me. She was a superhero." Soooo many women are wonderful mothers and superheroes too. I wish my Mom was still here because I would send her Flowers on both occasions, Mothers Day and today . I personally love being valued as a mother, but like most women, I also want all of us to be also valued - as Kristen puts it... "as workers, as citizens and as fully equal members of society." Maybe all the girls should buy themselves some flowers today? Have You Wished Your Mother a Happy International Women’s Day Yet? -- Celebrating Some Women With The Right Spirits! Bourbon! Whiskey! and Brandy! Olde York farm has a farm-to-cask distillery and cooperage located along the Claverack Creek in Hudson NY. When I found out my gal pal in business Louise Newsome and her family opened it, I had to go. Her supertstar daughter Sophie Newsome had the vision after going to college up that way and got her whole family involved to make limited releases of micro batch spirits! Sophie is the brilliant Owner & Operations Manager. Dad Stuart Newsome is Owner & Master Cooper! Louise Newsome is Owner & Promotions Manager! And Rory Tice is Head Distiller & Wholesale Manager. Meet Louise and Sophie on the show today at 11:21am eastern. Olde York farm distillery is part of the historic Jacob Rutsen van Rensselaer House & Mill complex. Rensselaer also had his own distillery and cooperage circa 1805. Today their distillery and cooperage resides in Rensselaer's former carriage house. Their handmade barrels, made on site, are used to age their bourbon, whiskey, and brandy. On weekends their tasting room is serving cocktails, local beer, wine, and cider. Tours of the distillery and cooperage are available on weekends. Theres even a cool highly sought after Inn. Olde York Farm: Distillery & Cooperage #LouiseNewsome #SophieNewsome #StuartNewsome #RoryTice www.oldeyorkfarm.com www.instagram.com/oldeyorkfarm/ www.facebook.com/oldeyorkfarm/ Louise Newsome NYSDG Board Member 2018-Present /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/9249203

Love & Wellness Pellets 02/14/2019

Love & Wellness Pellets Sometime a “Street Heart” is all you need to spread the love on Valentines Day ! Lots of love info on @debbienigroshow this week. Groundbreaking research you can stay ‘madly in love ‘for decades. See the story I posted on the show FB page from @harvardschoolofmedicine. Love and the Brain - Harvard Medical School Plus Galentines rock too and a fun recap of Dating Styles Of Divorced Women on debbienigro.com. -- "Debbie You've Got To Try These 'Pellets'. What Pellets? And so todays show begins! My oh so gorgeous and lovely gal pal and wellness guru from HS Donna Guido Saccomanno (below) has been trying to get my attention on some 'pellets' she swears have changed her life. If you look at her picture below you can tell she's doing something right. Donna works in the NY area with Dr. Giovanni Angelino Living True Wellness who has become a provider of BioTE Medical's Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy. BioTE® Hormone Pellet Therapy is plant based and uses no synthetic hormones. Both Donna and Dr. Angelino will join the show today. Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy -- Because I want to really know more I went and got THE GUY 'Powering People with Pellets'! Dr. Gary Donovitz is behind the pellet revolution. It's called Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy. This CEO and founder of BioTE Medical has been a leading innovator in bio-identical hormone replacement for over 20 years. He's an expert and international lecturer in subcutaneous hormone pellet therapy, having performed more than 50,000 pellet insertions and having successfully taught the technique to thousands of practitioners nationwide. Apparently pellet therapy can reduce your use of antidepressants, diet pills, statins, pain medications, and synthetic hormones. Reverse the course of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, fibromyalgia, arthritis, and high cholesterol. Lower your risk for Alzheimer's disease breast cancer, osteoporosis and prostate cancer. Dr. Donovitz joins the show today at 11:06am eastern Listen LIVE to the The Debbie Nigro Show on 1490 WGCH or WGCH.com from any device. Podcast will be on debbieNigro.com. BTW Gary Donovitz M.D has also been a pioneer in robotic surgery and has trained physicians across the country on how to perform operations using this procedure. He received the Isadore Dyer award for best teaching resident while studying at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, and the current medical director of the Institute for Hormonal Balance. /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/8789771

Never Underestimate the Power of... 02/08/2019

Want More Instagram Followers? Tips from Wordstream's Larry Kim 02/05/2019

Authentic Influence - Tim Storey 02/01/2019

'Scarf Face' & Anchor Bar 01/31/2019

Wellness Wednesday: How Love Impacts Your Health 01/30/2019

2019 Travel ‘Authentic Shots Lure’; Alison Yassky, Castle Hotel & Spa, Shares Cuba Visit 01/17/2019

2019 Travel ‘Authentic Shots Lure’; Alison Yassky, Castle Hotel & Spa, Shares Cuba Visit 'Bite Sized Travel' Will Be Big In 2019. Think 4 day trips and weekend jaunts! Will mean big business for local economies! "Thanks to improvements in flight routes, transport, cheap flights, on-demand car rentals and accommodation, micro trips will become increasingly more popular and varied according to Elle.com." 8 Travel Trends You Need To Know For 2019: From 'Micro' Holidays To Eco-Friendly Stays -- 8 Important Travel Trends That Will Shape 2019. #8 says... “85% people look for authentic experiences to gain perspective on holiday.” The smart people at SmarterTravel say today’s traveller is constantly evolving. They compiled research from 'The Good Life Study', as well as insights from Trafalgar leaders in group travel for 72+ years, to predict the eight hottest travel trends for 2019. Here ya go! Link to the full article below. 1. You’ll look for experiences over sights 2. You’ll travel with a conscience 3. You’ll empower women through your experiences 4. You’ll travel all year round 5. You’ll explore the up and coming European countries 6. You’ll opt for guided trips to spend quality time with loved ones 7. You’ll seek out new cultures in the Middle East 8. You’ll look for authenticity on social media 8 Important Travel Trends That Will Shape 2019 -- Speaking Of Authentic Travel Shots Having Big Influence On Luring Tourists...Would You Be Inclined To Visit Cuba After Seeing These Photos? I asked my pal Alison Yassky the Maitre'D at Castle Hotel & Spa who I knew just returned from Cuba, if she wouldn't mind sharing some of her recent photos for this story. She was happy to, and joins the show today at 11:35 am eastern to share more about what you might want to know is you're thinking of visiting Cuba. Also along the lines of short weekend travel trips trending, if you haven't been to the Castle Hotel & Spa that would be a very good choice. Fireplace in the room anyone? wink /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/8458184

Flu Vaccine Working This Year & US Fertility Rate Way Below Normal 01/16/2019

Common Ground? Janis Knorr - Beth Blake Atria & Longest Radio Fan 01/11/2019

LIVE from Vegas CES, Lois Whitman, re:'SatPaq' & Digital Birth Control? Breakthrough App, Dr. Elina Berglund and Dr. Juan Acuna 01/10/2019

LIVE from Vegas CES, Lois Whitman, re:'SatPaq' & Digital Birth Control? Breakthrough App, Dr. Elina Berglund and Dr. Juan Acuna NO SIGNAL? NO PROBLEM! Reporting LIVE from Las Vegas CES (Consumer Electronics Show) today, longtime Pal, PR Wizard and Digital Tech Guru Lois Whitman-Hess has inside news about about 'SatPaq'! The first satellite messaging product to communicate directly to Geostationary (GEO) satellites for consumer communication. Go ANYWHERE messaging for your smart phone. 'SatPaq' is the 2019 CES Innovation Award Honoree In the Wireless Devices Accessories and Services category. When emergencies happen SatPaq becomes your best friend and allows you to stay in touch with loved ones. So whether you're out of bounds, off the grid, on the water, or off road you'll always be able to send and get messages. There's no monthly fee, you just pay as you go. Easily clips to most smartphones and connects wirelessly using Bluetooth. It's produced by Higher Ground, a Silicon Valley technology company. So happens Higher Ground CEO Rob Reis is speaking today at the CES Smart Cities Panel about resilient technology. Lois has the scoop at 11:20am EST today. (BTW Lois has attended CES more years in a row than any other human- LOL. She's a brilliant riot ) https://satpaq.com -- DIGITAL BIRTH CONTROL? YES. There's a Breakthrough App for That! Female Scientist and Nobel Prize Winner Dr. Elina Berglund, CTO and Founder of Natural Cycles and Dr. Juan Acuna, Director of Medical Health and Science Research at Florida International University created the only app for 'family planning' available in the US. They join me Live today at 11:40am eastern. A former CERN physicist, Dr. Elina Berglund's mission is to pioneer women’s health with research and passion and to empower every woman using modern technology and the ease of a smartphone. The “brain” behind this app is a smart algorithm that can accurately determine a woman’s daily fertility by analyzing changes in her basal body temperature, which increases after ovulation. To use Natural Cycles, women are required to take their temperature with a basal thermometer first thing in the morning and enter the information into the app. That data builds into a personalized fertility indicator that identifies green days, when no protection is needed, or red days, when they should use condoms or abstain from sex to prevent a pregnancy. www.naturalcycles.com instagram.com/naturalcycles/ facebook.com/NaturalCyclesNC twitter.com/NaturalCycles /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/8497064

Can Raw Onions Prevent the Flu? Raw Onions Do NOT Absorb Germs 01/09/2019

Biggest Day Of Year For Singles? 1st Sunday After New Year 01/07/2019

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Creative Job Titles; Hamptons Off-Season - Chef Steve North, Fork Chocolate Company 12/19/2018

Creative Job Titles; Hamptons Off-Season - Chef Steve North, Fork Chocolate Company Creative Job Titles On The Rise! Titles like "head of people" vs 'human resources" . More companies are sprucing up job titles as a way to attract talent in a tight labor market. In fact, In the past four years, the percentage of job postings seeking “head of people” has jumped more than threefold, according to job site Indeed.com. The story in WSJ.com Meanwhile, ads seeking ninjas or rock stars—think “customer service ninja” or “sales rock star”—also have shot up. Paul Wolfe, Indeed.com’s senior vice president of human resources, said the trend runs the risk of narrowing the applicant pool because many job seekers—particularly older ones—might not search more out-of-the-box terms as they scour job listings. Mr. Wolfe also cautioned that workers with more atypical-sounding titles on their résumés may find it more challenging to translate their work experience to new prospective employers. WSJ.com The Debbie Nigro Show Who Wants to Be a Ninja? Job Titles Get a Rebranding -- Rather than follow the crowds to join even bigger crowds...I like going to places that are in their 'off season' to avoid crowds! The Hamptons in Long Island, NY came to mind as an 'off season' destination choice . Got the word even though it's less crowded, it's still vibrant and happening this time of year. Weekenders love it for the apple orchards, colored leaves and vineyard tastings and those ‘in season ‘ scallops being harvested fresh from the Peconic Bay. Dinner reservations at cool places are much easier his time of year and there are fewer people everywhere. And cool things are happening! Like 'Dan's 12 Wines Of Christmas Holiday Dinner On December 8th. I was intrigued when my 'very merry' and 'uber talented' pal Chef Steve Biscari Amaral mentioned he's creating the seasonal farm to table food pairings with 12 (TWELVE) Long Island Wines at his North Fork Chocolate Company . (Twelve as in take an Uber to this shindig) Steve and his partner created an awesome fireplace warmed farmhouse/art gallery/chocolate/gift shop/venue and event space. Sounds just like the kind of place I'd like to be 'in' on the 'off' season. Check it out. Dan's 12 Wines of Christmas Holiday Dinner /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/8067233

Laiona Michelle to star as Nina Simone in new Musical she penned! A Triple Threat! 12/14/2018

Laiona Michelle to star as Nina Simone in new Musical she penned! A Triple Threat! Laiona Michelle to star as Nina Simone in new Musical she penned! Laiona Michelle is an amazing triple threat actor/writer/singer. Meet her and Listen Live @ WGCH.com anywhere at 10:06 am EST. Laiona made her Broadway debut in 2015 in the Broadway Musical, Amazing Grace. Five years after beginning her idea of a musical based on the life and songs of Nina Simone, she completed and began workshopping it. This year George Street Playhouse decided to add LITTLE GIRL BLUE: The Nina Simone Musical to their 2018-2019 schedule! Go Laiona! The play will begin previews on January 29th and will premiere on February 1 for a limited run. There is already talk about bringing it back to George Street or take it to Broadway and tickets for these performances have started selling out. Recently (pictured below) Laiona traveled to Washington D.C. at the invitation of Kennedy Center’s Millennium State to be a part of their series, Broadway - The Next Generation and to give audiences there, a preview of what they might expect if they were to come to a performance of LITTLE GIRL BLUE. This exuberant musical reveals Nina Simone’s life, lived in between the black and white keys. It charts her passionate journey from classical piano child prodigy to High Priestess of Soul. Ms. Michelle is no stranger to playing legendary figures. She played Dinah Washington in the Obie- Award winning musical biography, Dinah Was (2007), based on the life of the iconic jazz legend, and received dazzling reviews for her performance. Laiona Michelle, who is the recipient of an NAACP Award and a Barrymore Award for Excellence in Theatre, is currently working as co-writer on a new theatrical work based on the life of Nelson Mandela, which recently had its first reading in New York City. Tickets for “Little Girl Blue: The Nina Simone Musical” are now on sale. For more information on Laiona Michelle and to purchase tickets, visit – http://www.laionamichelle.com. /episode/index/show/thedebbienigroshow/id/8457662

Power of intention! Linda Arroz's VO for Upcoming Badass Women Sundance Film 12/07/2018

Employees Happy Returning To Work When Employers Provide Great Benefits! 12/03/2018

Why So Many Smart Attractive Women Rolling Solo These Days; Famous Florida Elbo Room 80th Anniversary 11/23/2018

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