The Giggs Podcast, hosted by Nikki Sanz, Founder & CEO of Giggs, the professional career platform for the live event industry, dives into the world of touring a...
#24 Ryan Smith & Rachel Hales - Live At Lititz | Mic Check, One Two
Rachel Pfennig Hales is the Experience Manager at Rock Lititz, where she builds live event culture and gives a voice to the brand. Rachel began her career touring with the Black Eyed Peas and Lynyrd Skynyrd, and now focuses on celebrating crews through education and experiences. She’s also the author of Tour Book, a fascinating look backstage in concert touring, featuring interviews with industry crews. Rachel is a key figure in planning ‘The Conference: Live at Lititz,’ shaping its content.Ryan Smith is the Regional Manager of Artist Relations at Shure, with over 30 years of experience supporting artists and crafting relationships in the music industry. Starting at Shure in 1993, Ryan has worked across customer service and artist relations while maintaining his passion as a drummer and percussionist. When he’s not connecting with artists, he enjoys woodworking, videography, and camping with his family.Find your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giggs.liveYoutube: https://youtube.com/@giggs-liveHost: Nikki SanzProducer: Annabelle Wiedower
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#23 Mike Bolton & Lisa Bruno - Live From Lititz | Wardrobe on Tour - Behind the Seams
Mike Bolton is the Managing Director at Go for Wardrobe and former tour manager for Adam Kay, overseeing arena and large theater tours. With a wealth of experience in live events and touring, Mike brings unique insights into the behind-the-scenes operations that make shows run seamlessly.Lisa Bruno is a music industry veteran with over 20 years of experience working with legendary artists like Ricky Martin, Aerosmith, Madonna, and Lady Gaga. Lisa’s versatile career spans wardrobe, talent support, production coordination, and artist care. She also owns a boutique backstage furniture rental company, combining creativity with logistical expertise to enhance live events. Find your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giggs.liveYoutube: https://youtube.com/@giggs-liveHost: Nikki SanzProducer: Annabelle Wiedower
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#22 Jim Digby - Live From Lititz | When Stages Collapse and Crowds Riot
Jim Digby is a live entertainment veteran with four decades of experience working with artists like Linkin Park, The Killers, and Phil Collins, as well as spearheading major projects like Saudi Arabia’s first international music festival. As President and Co-Founder of the Event Safety Alliance, Jim’s career has been shaped by a steadfast dedication to safety and wellness in the industry.Event Safety Alliance:Web: eventsafetyalliance.orgEmail: [email protected] your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giggs.liveYoutube: https://youtube.com/@giggs-liveHost: Nikki SanzProducer: Annabelle Wiedower
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#21 Joanne Croxford & Suzi Green - Live From Lititz | Sobriety, Wellness, and the Power of Ego
Joanne Croxford is a seasoned tour professional with a career spanning work with Robbie Williams, Sia, Duran Duran, and Anastacia. Beyond touring, she’s been a mental health advocate with Music Support and co-founded Roadies in Recovery, a support group championing sobriety in the live event industry. Joanne’s initiatives, like the ‘sober table’ at the TPi Awards, are paving the way for meaningful change.Suzi Green is a veteran tour manager with 25 years in the music industry, working with icons like PJ Harvey, Clean Bandit, and Grace Jones. After experiencing burnout, Suzi retrained as a naturopathic nutritionist, blending her expertise in touring with a passion for holistic wellness. She founded ‘The BACK LOUNGE,’ a global peer support group for live music professionals, and is now completing an MA in Psychotherapy to further support the industry.Roadies In Recovery:Web: roadiesinrecovery.comEmail: [email protected] Back Lounge:Web: healthy-touring.com/the-back-loungeFB Group: @thebackloungetouringFind your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giggs.liveYoutube: https://youtube.com/@giggs-liveHost: Nikki SanzProducer: Annabelle Wiedower
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#20 Kelly Clague - Live from Lititz | Burnout, Success, and Safety on Tour
Kelly Clague is the Senior Vice President at EM.Co where she oversees the career of Tim McGraw across music, film, branding, and partnerships. Kelly’s contributions extend beyond artist management—she’s the founder of SafeTour, a groundbreaking initiative launched in 2019 to create safe, equitable, and inclusive workspaces for the music touring community. Through her work with Tim McGraw and as a champion for safety and inclusion on the road, Kelly is shaping the future of the live music industry.Find your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giggs.liveYoutube: https://youtube.com/@giggs-liveHost: Nikki SanzProducer: Annabelle Wiedower
The Giggs Podcast, hosted by Nikki Sanz, Founder & CEO of Giggs, the professional career platform for the live event industry, dives into the world of touring and live events to share the good, the bad, the ugly, and the unbelievable moments of gigging life, along with invaluable lessons learned on the road.We’re here to fill the gap in content about what it truly takes to work on the road. Our episodes explore every discipline within the live event industry, showcasing big wins, hard-learned lessons, and everything in between. We honor the pioneers of this industry, offering invaluable insights from the older generations who shaped modern touring.Whether you’re an aspiring tour manager, a seasoned backline tech, or just passionate about the live event scene, this podcast is for you. Join us as we take you behind the scenes to explore the highs and lows of gigging life.
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