A Chatter Of Fact

Conversations over coffee (and Irish cream) with actors, singers, directors, writers and many other types of entertaining and engaging people. You’ll be enlightened, amused, inspired, intrigued, or at the very least...temporarily distracted.

EP60 The Performing Arts Doctor 03/22/2022

EP60 The Performing Arts Doctor The world of performance is always in need of true mentors and motivators. Enter The Performing Arts Doctor! Terry Hudson is a master of the arts and has been sharing his knowledge with young performers around the globe. This is a story about a self starter whose passion to learn by the best leads him to be the best. It's a journey that takes one to next level ventures personally and professionally. This guest is part Debbie Allen, part Bob Villa, and part James Bond. Listen and see why! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/22527203

EP59 Snakes, Sharks, Trees and Passion 12/07/2021

EP59 Snakes, Sharks, Trees and Passion Julia Galbenu is dodging deadly snakes, battling "sharky" waters, saving nature and writing it all down for us to enjoy. This charming and talented English author of Find Your Wild is a conservation crusader, an adventurer and member of England's National Trust. (Robby finally has a reason to share his shark story!) Listen and enjoy. *Find Your Wild audio available on Spotify /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/21405197

EP58 Pinch Yourself 04/27/2021

EP58 Pinch Yourself Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Hall and Oates- Everett Bradley has shared the stage with these huge stars and many more. And he has the tales to prove it! His talent, energy, heart and drive know no bounds. Listen and experience this bright and shining star. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/18877235

Kevon Carter: Succeed By Being You 03/10/2021

Kevon Carter: Succeed By Being You Branding can be fun when you sell who you really are. Kevon Carter's musical talents and natural wit has created a unique and entertaining persona that has garnered online success. This episode highlights ideas and tips that can encourage any life journey. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/18265871

EP56: Brian Dunne, Saying It's So 01/26/2021

EP56: Brian Dunne, Saying It's So Brian plays for Hall & Oates/Live From Daryl's House and has performed/recorded or toured with Bobby Caldwell, AWB, Ariana Grande, India Arie, Todd Rundgren, Jason Mraz, Patti Austin, Mayer Hawthorne, Allen Stone, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sammy Hagar and many more. You'll hear Brian's wonderful story as well as a fascinating inside musical peek into working with Daryl Hall and John Oates. (With a surprise guest!) Listen and enjoy. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/17694314

EP55 A Perfect Event is Up To You 11/24/2020

EP55 A Perfect Event is Up To You Building your perfect event takes patience, know how and an ability to "herd the cats". Enjoy Megan Estrada as she shares the perfect plan along with a grand life/career story. From surviving 9/11 to forging her own life's path to dealing with the effects of a COVID induced shutdown, this episode has it all! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/16935110

EP54 Kenny Braasch. Eat right. Work hard. 10/08/2020

EP54 Kenny Braasch. Eat right. Work hard. Diversify! Kenny Braasch has ventured into booking, modeling, television and marketing. He's figured out how to be successful behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Listen to this self made Southsider discuss capturing success on the Chicagoland scene and beyond. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/16321052

EP 53 How to lead, live and voiceover. 09/28/2020

EP 53 How to lead, live and voiceover. Great perspective! Great voice! Listen to this master class on leading a band (amusing stories included), building a voiceover career and finding your place in life. Domingo Castillo not only has a great story to tell, but a GREAT voice to tell it with. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/16180883

EP52 A Music Life 08/04/2020

EP52 A Music Life A colorful and varied story of a true musical crusader. Tom Lounges is a classic, almost storybook character who's tale is filled with hard work and passion. Sit back and enjoy as we explore the life of a music lover who delved into so much including record store ownership, promotion, radio hosting and music journalism. (Just to name a few) Big or small, this man has interviewed EVERYONE! (Prince being my favorite name drop) Put this in your ears and thank me later! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/15476423

EP51 Claude McKnight 07/14/2020

EP51 Claude McKnight Every singer needs to hear this episode! One of the finest vocalists on the planet (Claude McKnight of Take 6) shares his awe inspiring insights and stories. This one is a gift for the ears! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/15201758

EP50 Barenaked Ladies and Beyond 05/12/2020

EP50 Barenaked Ladies and Beyond Celebrating Episode 50 with Jim Creeggan of the Barenaked Ladies! Featuring origin stories, band philosophies, doo wop songs, The Persuasions and Punjabi chili. Creeggan's intelligent, insightful and hilarious personality shines in this awesome chat. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/14385503

EP49 Build your own empire! 03/24/2020

EP49 Build your own empire! A true and inspiring tale of building success from the ground up! Take notes as Dave Calzaretta (Maggie Speaks, Magnificent Events) shares valuable industry tips and entertaining origin stories. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/13676942

EP48 Melissa McGurren 02/04/2020

EP48 Melissa McGurren A special treat for you Chicago listeners! The lovely and talented Melissa McGurren (THE MIX- 101.9FM) graces your ears with her story of major media success. From radio to TV and Tom Hanks to Matt Damon, this episode has it all. Strap in for a helicopter ride of a chat! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/13012622

EP47 The Recipe of You 01/07/2020

EP47 The Recipe of You Using all that you are to succeed- Cover Girls Violin show owner/operator and performer Jen Lowe tells her tale of creating an incredibly successful business built around her very unique talents and passions. It's a fun tale that ends up on stage with the iconic band Chicago among other places. Listen, learn and enjoy! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/12644675

EP 46 Smart and Funny 12/05/2019

EP 46 Smart and Funny Two Words. Smart and Funny. This is Mona Aburmishan. Strap in and enjoy this amazing combo of comical observations and intelligent insight. Forget the Kardasians. It's much more fun keeping up with Mona. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/12290099

EP 45 Aladdin Speaks! 10/08/2019

EP 45 Aladdin Speaks! Disney's Aladdin speaks! Adam Jacobs, a bonafide Broadway star discusses the role he made famous on stage as well as many other iconic characters. (Spoiler- He was also Simba!) This is a true "build your own adventure" story featuring a talented and inspiring performer. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/11558216

EP 44 The Machines Have Taken Over 09/03/2019

EP 44 The Machines Have Taken Over Knowing where you are - The ups and downs of social media - Also, live sax, music stories and deep thoughts and concepts discussed in the friendliest of ways. Robby invites Cherry Poppin Daddies member (Among other groups) Josh Hettwer for an all encompassing chat. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/11099075

EP 43 Jingles and Singles 08/06/2019

EP 43 Jingles and Singles Madonna, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Ministry, Michael McDonald...Yvonne Gage has worked with these legends and so many others. But wait there's more! This amazing vocalist has been on just about every mainstream jingle ever produced. Her story (which contains one of the most interesting Aretha factoids you've ever heard!) is truly epic and her insight is a gift to anyone interested in the music industry. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/10791641

EP 42 Shimmy Your Way To The Top 07/09/2019

EP 42 Shimmy Your Way To The Top Funny is an international concept and South African comic Shimmy Isaacs is here to prove it! This chat is another wonderful journey through the world of entertainment. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/10453862

EP 41 Art Alexakis 05/28/2019

EP 41 Art Alexakis Art Alexakis takes time in a loud backstage setting to discuss life and music. Robby describes what it's like having a Celebrity Drop In Concert with a 90's rockstar. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/9945323

EP 40 - What's China Like? (Relaunch) 08/07/2018

EP 40 - What's China Like? (Relaunch) (Relaunch) What's China like? What does a 14 and 1/2 hour flight do to your body and mind? You'll enjoy this hilarious and informative tale of Robby's trip to Shanghai and it's surrounding villages. The episode features everyone's favorite sounding board, Paul Celestin. (How To TED Talk EP 31). You'll feel like you were there! Sort of. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6897082

EP39 The Strings of Life Pt.2 07/17/2018

EP39 The Strings of Life Pt.2 Have you ever heard someone groggily converse before the coffee kicks in? That's how it starts before the one second break in which Zara and Robby return fully caffeinated. It's time to dive into the second part of Zara Zaharieva's fascinating story. In Part 2 we find out how to deal with a language barrier, how to find work in the music in world and how to maintain a positive attitude. Along the way laughs and other insights are joyously brought to life. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6819939

EP38 The Strings of Life - Part 1 06/05/2018

EP38 The Strings of Life - Part 1 Strap your ears in and hang on! This hilarious, thought provoking and sexy roller coaster of a chat features violinist Zara Zaharieva. She came to Chicago barely speaking English armed with $200 in her pocket, passion in her heart and world wide talent. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6670169

How To Deal 05/01/2018

How To Deal Robby had to perform onstage hours after his mother passed away. This was recorded on his phone days later. How do you get on stage after tragic news? How do you deal? /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6542351

EP 36 - Looper 03/07/2018

EP 36 - Looper Do it all. Be it all. And do it well. From looping, writing and singing to voice over work to acting on television, this is the life journey and story of Taylor Mallory. Listen in and be inspired. This episode will remind everyone how to stay on track and keep moving. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6339000

EP 35- Surviving Social Media 02/13/2018

EP 35- Surviving Social Media Social media strategies- Also- Do you rant? Do you promote? If so, where and when? Master of fashion and social media Sararose is back with a twisty turny tale as well as tips and info for building your brand on social media. Your ears will give this a "Like". /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/6255059

EP 34 - Living with Death 10/24/2017

EP 34 - Living with Death Listen to a brave and talented comedian talk about life and work in the midst of her battle with cancer. R.I.P. Miss Nikki. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/5871288

EP 33 - Smile til it hurts. 09/12/2017

EP 33 - Smile til it hurts. A real life take on being a top 15 contestant in the Ms. America Pageant. Life's twists and turns took a young beautiful singer/songwriter from a town in Massachusetts to the national stage. This will be the most fun, down to earth take on the pageant world you'll ever hear! Alissa Musto shares her story about starting out as a piano player at 16 and ending up in front of millions as Ms. Massachusetts. Wrap this episode around your ears like a fancy sash! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/5731611

EP 32 - Don't beat around the bush. 08/08/2017

EP 32 - Don't beat around the bush. Working hard, being fearless and using what you got can yield amazing results. Molly Callinan does this and more. Whether she's traveling the world with Gary Sinise's Lt. Dan Band, bouncing around the US in theater productions or singing in the popular Chicago based band Catfight, this girl succeeds! Robby and Molly swap hilarious stories and thoughtful insights. From performing for the troops overseas to taking it all off for a stage play - this episode covers (and uncovers) it all! /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/5620231

EP:31 - How to TED Talk. 07/06/2017

EP:31 - How to TED Talk. Rome walkin' and TED talkin'! Robby and his wonderfully witty brother Paul Celestin talk you through the streets of Rome. If you've never been (or if you just want to hear a twisted and crazy take on the ancient city) listen to this hilarious Roman tale. But that's not all - Robby gave a TEDx Talk! He dishes on the entire process and experience. This is a fun behind the scenes look at a great city, a great TED event, and a GREAT brotherly chat. You will laugh, giggle and even learn a thing or two if you're not careful. /episode/index/show/achatteroffact/id/5511923

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