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...
#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
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#19 Fitz & ICE - Live From Lititz | Rigging, Venue Production, & Event Promotion
Brandon Fitzgerald, AKA FITZ, is a tour rigger based in Washington, DC, with a strong background in IATSE Local 22. He specializes in tour rigging, permanent installations, counterweight rigging, and VectorWorks drafting. Recently, Brandon finished a tour with SZA and is currently touring with Lainey Wilson.Dan Hart, AKA ICE, is a Live Nation production manager and promoter rep with years of experience running shows in Virginia Beach and beyond. He has worked with iconic artists like Patti LaBelle and has taken on roles such as drum tech and stage manager. Known as the go-to expert for Southern Virginia, the Carolinas, and Savannah, Dan brings deep industry knowledge to every production.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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#18 Ina Jacobs - Live From Lititz | More Than Math - The Tour Accountant Life
Ina Jacobs handles financial analytics and global touring operations at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) in the music touring department. With a background as a tour accountant for major acts like John Mayer, One Direction, Mumford & Sons, and Swedish House Mafia, Ina brings deep insights into the financial side of the live entertainment 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
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#17 Marty Hom | Tour Managing Legends...Rolling Stones, Beyoncé, Shakira, Olivia Rodrigo
A true legend in the touring world: Marty Hom. With over 40 years of experience, Marty has been the driving force behind some of the biggest tours and most iconic artists on the planet - The Rolling Stones, Beyonce, Fleetwood Mac, Barbra Streisand, Stevie Nicks…He’s held roles as a tour manager, director, and producer, guiding artists like Shakira, Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson, Van Halen, Olivia Rodrigo, and Lionel Richie. Known for his expertise and his remarkable leadership style, Marty creates a sense of family on tour. As one of the few Asian Americans in the industry when he began, Marty helped pave the way for greater diversity in tour management.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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