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Robert's award winning Follow Your Dream Podcast is ranked in the Top 1% of all podcasts with listeners in 200 countries! Each episode is like taking a World Tour! Robert is a professional musician who followed his youthful music dream later in life and became a Rock Star after he turned 60! Since then he has released 13 acclaimed albums including a Billboard #1, has millions of video views and streams, and has performed at festivals and concerts around the world. He also started this podcast and wrote an Amazon #1 Best Selling book. All since turning 60! Robert is living proof that you’re never too old, and it’s never too late, to follow your dream! This podcast will inspire and motivate you to pursue and succeed at your dream, whatever it is. It features solo shows and engaging, fun interviews with amazing guests - famous musicians, actors, authors, photographers, filmmakers and others. All of whom followed their dream to success! So get entertained, inspired and motivated by the Follow Your Dream Podcast!
Episodes
- Levi Taylor - Kennedy Center Artist And Emmy Nominated Composer. Opera, Symphonies, Film, TV. Sphinx Virtuosi, "Sewer Divers", "Three Black Men"!
Levi Taylor, an Emmy-nominated composer and Kennedy Center Artist, discusses his work across opera, symphonies, film, and television, including commissions for the Sphinx Virtuosi and scores for "Sewer Divers" and "Vampire Academy."
- SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Broadway - The Performers. Featuring: Shoshana Bean, Melissa Errico, Sam Harris, Ann Hampton Callaway, Darius de Haas, Lucie Arnaz!
This episode of Follow Your Dream's Special Collections features Broadway performers Shoshana Bean, Melissa Errico, Sam Harris, Ann Hampton Callaway, Darius de Haas, and Lucie Arnaz. The common thread is their love of performing and deep c…
- Peter Kramer - German Born Film Scholar. Stanley Kubrick ("Dr. Strangelove", "2001: A Space Odyssey"). George Lucas ("American Graffiti")!
Film scholar Peter Kramer discusses his work on Stanley Kubrick and George Lucas, his books on classic films, and his interest in music in movies and Holocaust representations. The episode features music by Project Grand Slam.
- Shane Alexander - Indie Folk And Acoustic Rock Solo Artist. Opened for Seal, Jewel, Suzanne Vega, Others. His Music In TV shows, Ads, Films!
Shane Alexander, an indie folk and acoustic rock artist from Los Angeles, shares details about his career, including extensive touring, opening for artists like Seal and Jewel, and having his music featured in various media. He also produc…
- Noa Wildschut - Spectacular 24 Year Old Dutch Violinist. Festivals, Recitals and Solo Performances All Over The World!
Noa Wildschut, a Dutch violinist, began her concert career at age 7 and has performed globally with various orchestras. This episode also highlights the host's recent music release, "Ma Petite Fleur String Quartet."
- Marc Bruni - Leading Musical Stage Director. "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical", "The Great Gatsby", "Guys And Dolls", "Billie Jean", "Bull Durham" And Many More!
Marc Bruni, a musical stage director, shares insights into his career. He has directed productions such as "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" and "The Great Gatsby" on Broadway and other international stages.
- Katie Skene - Roots, Jam Band, Americana Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist. Cosmic Swamp Americana!
Katie Skene, a musician combining southern and California rock, is featured. She has shared the stage with artists such as Bob Weir and Phil Lesh.
- Allen Hinds - Alabama Born, L.A. Based, Guitarist. Performed With Natalie Cole, Gino Vannelli, Randy Crawford, Boney James, Many More!
This episode features guitarist Allen Hinds, who discusses his musical journey from blues and R&B to jazz and fusion. He also talks about his six solo recordings and experiences performing with various notable artists.
- Taylor Eigsti - 2x Grammy Award Winning And Multiple Grammy nominated Pianist and Composer. Dave Brubeck, Sting, Chick Corea, Snarky Puppy, Esperanza Spalding!
Taylor Eigsti is a Grammy Award-winning pianist and composer. He has released nine albums as a bandleader and collaborated with numerous notable musicians. He discusses his experiences performing at major venues.
- Rich Pagano - Drummer, Singer, Songwriter, Producer. Solo Artist And Member Of The Fab Faux, World's Best Beatles Tribute Band. Plus Performs Benefits In Honor Of His Son!
Rich Pagano is a versatile musician recognized for his drumming, singing, songwriting, and producing. He is a solo artist and part of The Fab Faux, a Beatles tribute band, and has worked with many notable musicians. Pagano also engages in…
- REFLECTIONS: A Really Interesting Trip
In this episode, the host of "Follow Your Dream" reflects on the unexpected direction the podcast has taken. Initially focused on musicians, the show organically grew to include conversations with various artists from different fields.
- Nicholas King - Wealth Advisor And Arts Philanthropist Through "After Arts", His Not-For-Profit!
Nicholas King, a wealth advisor, is also the founder of "After Arts" and "Art of Giving Back," organizations dedicated to supporting musicians and the arts. He has a background as a concert pianist and serves on several prestigious boards…
- Gareth Valentine - Legend In London's West End Theater Community. Welsh Composer, Arranger, Musical Director. "Sinatra The Musical", "Kiss Me Kate", "Guys And Dolls", "Sweet Charity", "Cabaret", Many More!
Gareth Valentine, a Welsh composer, arranger, and musical director, is a legend in London’s West End theater community. He has been involved in many major musical productions, including "Sinatra The Musical", "Kiss Me Kate", and "Guys And…
- Larry Koonse - Multiple Grammy Nominated Guitarist. 400+ Albums. Al Hirt, Billy Childs, Linda Ronstadt, Tierney Sutton, Peter Erskine!
Larry Koonse is a multiple Grammy-nominated guitarist who has played on over 400 albums. He has worked with artists such as Al Hirt, Billy Childs, Linda Ronstadt, Tierney Sutton, and Peter Erskine.
- Dizzy SenZe - Award Winning Freestyle Rapper, Emcee, songwriter And Multimedia Artist. Member of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway Show, "Freestyle Love Supreme"!
Dizzy SenZe, a Bronx native, is an award-winning freestyle rapper, emcee, songwriter, and multimedia artist. She is also a cast member of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway show, "Freestyle Love Supreme."
- Wulf Muller - German Born European Jazz And Classical Impresario. Polygram Intl Director Of Global Marketing. Worked With Pavarotti, Cecilia Bartoli, Herbie Hancock. Signed Sonny Rollins, Branford Marsalis!
Wulf Muller, a German-born European jazz and classical impresario, was Polygram’s International Director for Jazz and Classical Marketing. He was responsible for global marketing campaigns for artists such as Luciano Pavarotti, Cecilia Bar…
- Itai Kriss - Grammy Nominated Israeli Born Jazz Flutist And Composer. Combines Jazz, Latin And Middle Eastern Music!
Itai Kriss, a Grammy-nominated jazz flutist and composer, is featured in this episode. He is known for combining Jazz, Latin, and Middle Eastern music in his eclectic style.
- Alex Fiterstein - Virtuoso Clarinetist. Belarus Born. Raised In Israel. Performs As Soloist And With Orchestras All Over The World. Kennedy Center, Louvre, Suntory Hall!
Alex Fiterstein, a virtuoso clarinetist, was born in Belarus and raised in Israel. He has performed globally as a soloist and with various orchestras and is a founder of the Zimro Project.
- Christine Andreas - Multiple Award Winning Singer, Actress And 2x Tony Award Nominee. "My Fair Lady", "Oklahoma", La Cage Au Folles". Latest: Tribute To Edith Piaf!
Christine Andreas, a multiple award-winning singer and actress, is featured. She is a two-time Tony Award nominee known for her roles in "My Fair Lady" and "Oklahoma," and her latest work is a tribute to Edith Piaf.
- SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: The Cuban Masters
This episode introduces Special Collections, a new series from Follow Your Dream. It features seven Cuban musicians who achieved success despite limited resources and repressive political system with limited resources. These artists includ…
- Espen Berg - Norwegian Pianist And Composer. Toured Around The World. 15 Albums As Leader. Trondheim Jazz Orchestra!
Espen Berg is a Norwegian pianist and composer who has toured globally and released 15 albums. He has written works for the Trondheim Jazz Orchestra and leading Norwegian jazz festivals.
- Kate Kortum - Sensational 24 Year Old Jazz Vocalist. Performed With Wynton Marsalis And Jazz At Lincoln Center. Also Sings With The Sunhouse Singers!
Kate Kortum is a 24-year-old jazz vocalist from Houston, Texas. She has performed at major venues and collaborated with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
- Sam Harris - Superstar Of Broadway, Film, Television, Author. Tony, Outer Critic's Circle And Drama Desk Nominations. "The Life", "Grease", The Producers", "Jesus Christ Superstar". 9 CDs. Cyndi Lauper, Liza Minelli!
Sam Harris is a star of Broadway, film, and television. He is a multi-platinum recording artist and author, according to Rolling Stone Magazine, one of the "Top 100 Greatest Vocalists of all Time."
- Spiderhorse - World Champion Beatbox Duo Chris Celez And Gene Shinozaki. Expanding The Capabilities Of The Human Voice!
Spiderhorse, the World Champion Beatbox Duo featuring Chris Celez and Gene Shinozaki, are the guests. They discuss their ten years of making music and their work in expanding the capabilities of the human voice.
- Natasha Paremski - Spectacular, Highly Acclaimed, Concert Pianist. Born In Russia. Moved To The U.S. Performances Worldwide With Multiple Symphonies!
Natasha Paremski, a concert pianist born in Russia, moved to the U.S. and now lives in New York City. She is the Artistic Director of The New York Piano Society and has performed with symphonies globally.
- Jeff Silbar - Acclaimed Songwriter Of The Grammy Winning "Wind Beneath My Wings", Which Became A Mega-Hit For Bette Midler. Also Hits With Kenny Rogers, John Cougar, Ringo, Sheena Easton, Gladys Knight, Dolly Parton And Many Others!
Jeff Silbar, co-writer of "Wind Beneath My Wings," shares insights into his songwriting career, including hits for Bette Midler, Kenny Rogers, and John Cougar. He was also voted Nashville Songwriter of the Year.
- Summer Camargo - Spectacular, Award Winning, 24 Year Old Trumpeter. Youngest Member Of The "Saturday Night Live" House Band!
Summer Camargo, a 24-year-old trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, is featured in this episode. She is the youngest member of the "Saturday Night Live" house band, plays in the Charles Mingus Big Band and Broadway’s Just in Time, and has r…
- Richard Maltby, Jr. - Tony Award Winning Director And Lyricist. "Ain't Misbehavin'", "Fosse", "Baby", "Miss Saigan", "Big". New Show: "About Time"!
Richard Maltby, Jr., a Tony Award-winning director and lyricist, is featured in this episode. The discussion covers his career, including his work on "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Fosse," and his new production "About Time."
- Sir George Martin - The Beatles' Extraordinary Producer. Most Acclaimed And Celebrated Music Producer Of The Rock Era!
This episode focuses on Sir George Martin, known as the Beatles' producer and an acclaimed music producer of the rock era. It discusses his early career, his pivotal role in the Beatles' success, and his contributions to their iconic sound…
- Bruce Miller - Composer And Arranger For TV, Records, And Politicians. Theme Songs For “Frasier”, “Wings”, “Designing Women”. Gladys Knight, Rod Stewart, Smokey Robinson. Bill And Hillary Clinton!
Bruce Miller, a celebrated composer and arranger, discusses his career creating music for television, major recording artists, and political figures. He wrote theme songs for "Frasier" and "Wings" and worked with artists including Gladys K…
- Michael Whalen - 2x Emmy Award Winning, 8x Emmy Award Nominated, Composer, Producer, Recording Artist In New Age, TV, Film, And Advertising!
Michael Whalen is a 2x Emmy Award-winning and 8x Emmy-nominated composer, producer, and recording artist known for his work in New Age, TV, film, and advertising. He has released 46 albums and his songs have been streamed 1.5 billion times…
- Tamir Hendelman - Israeli Born Award Winning Jazz Pianist. John Pizzarelli, Gladys Knight, Diana Krall, Tierney Sutton, Jackie Ryan, Natalie Cole And Barbara Streisand!
Tamir Hendelman, an Israeli-American pianist and composer, has toured with drummer Jeff Hamilton and recorded with artists such as Barbra Streisand, Natalie Cole, and Paul McCartney. He has also worked with Tierney Sutton and Jackie Ryan.
- INTRODUCING REFLECTIONS - #1: The Self-Starters, and #2: The Virtuous Creative Loop
This episode introduces "Reflections," a new feature where Robert shares observations from his conversations with creative artists. He discusses two patterns: "The Self-Starters," focusing on artists who pursue their craft from a young age…
- 5th Anniversary Celebration!
The "Follow Your Dream" podcast celebrates its 5th anniversary. The host reflects on starting the podcast during the pandemic and its growth to 4.5 million downloads in 200 countries with over 725 episodes.
- Zahili Gonzalez Zamora - Cuban Pianist, Composer, Bandleader. Graduate Of Cuba's National School Of Music. 6 Years In Asia Playing In Macau. Duke Ellington And Wayne Shorter Awards!
Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist, composer, and bandleader. She is a graduate of Cuba's National School of Music and Berklee Music School and has performed at jazz festivals with her Afro-Cuban trio, MIXCLA.
- Amanda Ekery - Grammy Nominated, Syrian-Mexican, Multi-Instrumentalist, Singer And Composer. Portland And Panama Jazz Festivals. New Album, Arabe, Comes With 60 Page Art Book!
Amanda Ekery, a Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and composer, is featured in this episode. She discusses her new album, Árabe, which explores her Syrian and Mexican heritage, and her work with El Paso Jazz Girls.
- Iris Bergcrantz - Wonderful Swedish Jazz And Folk Singer And Composer. Nominated For Swedish Grammy And Danish Music Award!
Iris Bergcrantz, a Swedish jazz and folk singer and composer, is the guest on this episode. She has been nominated for both a Swedish Grammy and a Danish Music Award, and leads her own band, which has released four albums. She is also a me…
- Tribute to BERT KAEMPFERT. German Orchestra Leader And Hit Songwriter. "Strangers In The Night", "Danke Schoen", "L-O-V-E". Produced "My Bonnie" With The Beatles!
This episode is a tribute to Bert Kaempfert, a German orchestra leader and songwriter. It covers his career, including his hit songs and his work with artists such as Frank Sinatra, Wayne Newton, Nat King Cole, and the Beatles.
- Tony Trischka - One Of The Best And Most Influential Banjo Players. 3x Grammy Nominated. 17 Albums. Billy Strings, Vince Gill, Earl Scruggs, Pete Seeger!
Tony Trischka has been recognized for over 50 years as an influential roots music banjo player, inspiring generations of musicians. He is a 3x Grammy nominee with seventeen solo albums, and his latest tribute to Earl Scruggs received a Gra…
- Joe Iconis - Celebrated Musical Theater Writer And Performer. Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics’ Circle Awards Nominee. Jonathan Larson Award. Richard Rodgers Award. New Show About Hunter S. Thompson!
Joe Iconis, a musical theater writer and performer, is featured. He has received Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics’ Circle Award nominations. His work includes "Be More Chill" and "The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical."
- "MI CACHIMBER ALL STARS" is the New, Expanded Version Of Robert’s Recent Single. With Camila Cortina, Cuban Keyboard Star, And Xito Lovell, Panamanian Trombone Star, Added To Benny Benack III And Dave Smith On Flugelhorn!
Robert releases an expanded version of his single "Mi Cachimber All Stars." It is a tribute to his father and features Camila Cortina, Cuban keyboard star, and Xito Lovell, Panamanian trombone star, in addition to the original lineup.
- Gil Even-Tsur: New York And Tel Aviv Based Architect And Designer. Finalist To Design The Israel National Library. Author of “Enclosures”!
Gil Even-Tsur is an architect and designer with over two decades of experience, based in New York and Tel Aviv. He was a finalist to design the Israel National Library and is the author of the book "Enclosures."
- Kali Rodriguez-Pena - Cuban Born, Latin Grammy Nominated, Trumpeter, Bandleader And Composer. Combines Traditional Cuban Music With Classic Jazz. Wynton Marsalis, Paquito D'Rivera, Arturo O'Farrill, Esperanza Spalding!
Kali Rodriguez-Pena is a Cuban-born, Latin Grammy-nominated trumpeter, bandleader, and composer known for combining traditional Cuban music with classic jazz. He has performed with notable artists and his music has been featured on televis…
- OKAN - Elizabeth Rodriguez And Magdelys Savigne. 2x Juno Winner Fuses Afro-Cuban And Other Global Rhythms With Jazz, Folk And Classical!
OKAN, a 2x Juno Award winning Afro-Cuban group, consists of Cuban-Canadian musicians Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne. They fuse Afro-Cuban and other global rhythms with jazz, folk, and classical music, bringing a fresh perspective…
- Laurence Luckinbill - Acclaimed Emmy Award Winning, Tony Award Nominee, Actor, Playwright, Director. Broadway, TV. One-Man Shows: Lyndon Johnson, Clarence Darrow, Teddy Roosevelt!
Laurence Luckinbill, an Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee, is an actor, playwright, and director. He has worked in film, television, and theatre, starring in one-man shows and appearing in TV series.
- Drew Stone - Filmmaker and Hardcore Punk Rock Musician. Documentary: "Who The F… Is That Guy? The Fabulous Journey Of Michael Alago". Lead Singer Of Incendiary Device!
Drew Stone, a filmmaker, discusses his documentary "Who The F… Is That Guy? The Fabulous Journey Of Michael Alago". He is also a musician, known for his work in hardcore punk rock bands and as the lead singer of Incendiary Device.
- John Treacy Egan - Broadway Star! "The Producers", "The Little Mermaid", "Jekyll And Hyde. TV Shows "The Knick", "Boardwalk Empire". Two CDs!
John Treacy Egan, a Broadway star, actor, and singer, is featured. He is known for his roles in "The Producers," "The Little Mermaid," and other Broadway shows, as well as appearances in TV series such as "The Knick" and "Boardwalk Empire.…
- Divinity Roxx - 2x Grammy Nominated Bassist. Former Musical Director For Beyoncé. Children's Music And Book Star!
Divinity Roxx, a Grammy-nominated bassist and former musical director for Beyoncé, is featured in this episode. She discusses her career in music, which includes funk, hip hop, and rock, as well as her work in children's books and music.
- Dan Lauria - Acclaimed Actor And Playwright. Played Dad On "The Wonder Years", "Lombardi" On Broadway. Over 70 TV Episodic Programs. Over 20 Movie Of The Week. New Play: "Just Another Day"!
Dan Lauria, an actor and playwright known for his role in "The Wonder Years" and "Lombardi" on Broadway, is featured. He has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, and his new play is titled "Just Another Day."
- 2025 Highlights Show - Ft. Ann Hampton Callaway, Michael Shrieve, Arturo Sandoval, Jeffrey Biegel, Dave Eggar, Giora Schmidt, Ivor Davis, Benny Benack III, Lucy Kaplansky, Billy Cobham!
This episode features highlights from the past year of the "Follow Your Dream" podcast, showcasing interviews with various musicians and creatives. Featured guests include Ann Hampton Callaway, Michael Shrieve, Arturo Sandoval, and Billy C…