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An Event Entertainment podcast dedicated to the exploitation of the sometimes dazzling, sometimes tragic world of special event entertainment.

  1. 25/08/2025

    Cohort Chat : SDSU Masters in Hospitality & Tourism and Meetings & Event Mgmt Masters Alumni ep 162

    Today we are are continuing our conversation about the San Diego State University L Robert Payne School or Hospitality Masters Programs in Hospitality and Tourism Management and Meeting and Event Management program with four recent graduates along with Bollotta-fide's own Anthony Bollotta. They are alums from Cohort 5 in the Masters in Event Management program we have Renee Agsten (Ticketing and Operations Manager at DSP Shows) and Holly Gallacher (Meetings and Events Manager at Abbott) along with Cohort 11 in the Hospitality Tourism Management alums Hannah Grossman (Associate Brand Manager with Sonesta International Hotels) and Michael Garvin (Operational Excellence Manager for Marriott International/Ritz Carlton Maui, Kapalua). Find out what motivated them to enroll in the program, what they aspire to and how do they actively benefit now from their experiences. Submit ASK ANTHONY questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram

    1hr 7min

  2. 08/08/2025

    161. Yinka Freeman of Triple Pocket Events

    This week the Bollotta-philes are back with a very special guest, YINKA FREEMAN owner and CEO of TRIPLE POCKET EVENTS. The team gets to know this Sales Manager, Strategist and Event Producer through conversations about her relationship to the LGBTQ+ community and how she has married her passion and expertise in a market that is often looked over. Just because the pandemic is over, doesn't mean the virtual event is dead and Yinka shares her experience in that arena as well. From her work with San Diego Pride and San Diego Black Pride to her time volunteering with organizations such as ILEA and production of Know Other Festival, get to know this powerhouse this week on Bollotta-FIDE! Consult and HIRE Yinka at https://www.triplepocketevents.com/ Submit ASK ANTHONY questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram

    1hr 9min

  3. 24/07/2025

    160. Harping On with Chiara Capobianco

    This week Anthony and Alex are back behind the mics and they are joined by world renowned musician, CHIARA CAPOBIANCO, Chiara is one of the most talented professional harpist in the industry who's career has included touring Europe, Asia and Middle East solo and with orchestras. The group talk about her journey through life and work and how she has earned her spot playing in residence with some of the most prestigious hotels in Southern California. Listen in as the professional working musician describes how she has found her way via her talent, charm and gusto. Enjoy. Book Chiara: contact info@bollotta.com Submit ASK ANTHONY questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram

    1hr 2min

  4. 27/05/2025

    159. Gretchen Yerke Returns: Sound Healing and Wellness

    Gretchen Yerke is back! Last time GRETCHEN YERKE (Creator of the EPIC CONNECTION and also Managing Partner and Founder of EPIC Meetings & Events) was on the pod she touched on the topics of setting boundaries in her work-life that would honor her physical, mental (and sometimes spiritual) health. This time she is back to offer insight from her perspective as a Sound Practitioner and Expressive Dance Coach and how sound and movement can be used as powerful tools in personal transformation and creativity. The crew get into the differences with the types (frosted, alchemy or chakra) and tones of sound healing bowls, experiences and intent. Don't fret, it's not all "WOO WOO", they also talk about some of the aspects of adding this to a corporate event. (Find her first Bollotta-FIDE appearance on Ep 100: Balance, Boundaries and Wellness. Connect with GRETCHEN https://www.epic-meetings.com/ LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW and COMMENT HERE! Submit ASK ANTHONY questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram

    1hr 10min

  5. 21/04/2025

    Karen Ronney Has No Room for Two Thoughts (Make a Decision!) - ep 158

    The Bollotta-philes are back at it with a new guest on the pod but before that, Alex and Anthony discuss where they were this week when an 5.2 earthquake shook San Diego last week and Alex managed to keep her cool while on a sales call. This week Karen Ronney joins the conversation. Karen is a heavy hitter in the world of racquet sports as award-winning national coach and writer, tennis pro, sports journalist, author (PROUD PARENT’S GUIDE TO RAISING ATHLETIC, BALANCED, AND COORDINATED KIDS), public speaker, mentor and Director of Marketing for the Southern California Tennis Association Foundation. This conversation takes a number of rounds with subjects like Pickleball v Tennis (and now Paddleball), local San Diego tennis club chat, Anthony and Alex also get into Karen's achievement and results of acquiring a Professional Tennis Management from the School or Hospitality and Tourism Management Graduate Program at SDSU, managing your inner dialogue and her own nuggets of inspiration. Enjoy. Submit questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram Connect with Karen: Web: http://www.karenronney.com/ Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/karenronney

    1hr 20min

  6. 15/04/2025

    Mini-Ep Leslie Juvin-Acker and the Notable Quotables Game - Ep 157

    Leslie Juvin-Acker the 6x Author, Celebrity-Life Coach, Psychic Medium and Legal Communicator is back at Bollotta-FIDE for a MINI EPISODE. Anthony and Alex throw some quotes from such luminaries as Brene Brown, Mel Robbins, Don Miguel and Raymond M.Kethledge to get Leslie's hot takes and further insight. Enjoy! Ask Anthony: www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @bollottaentertainment on IG Follow @Lesliejuvinacker on her new IG account. CONNECT with LESLIE at https://www.lesliejuvinacker.com/ Read Her Articles Work with Leslie

    27 min

  7. 07/04/2025

    Leslie Juvin-Acker, Assuming the Identity - ep 156

    This week starts with Anthony Bollotta and Alex Apostolidis waxing poetic about their France and French language classes because it's on theme with the week's guest. Leslie Juvin-Acker the 6x Author, Celebrity-Life Coach, Psychic Medium and Legal Communicator is back at Bollotta-FIDE. A lot has changed in Leslie's life since her last appearance on the pod in 2021 and she fills the gang in on how she recently moved her family from California to Castelnaudary, France. In this episode Leslie, Anthony and Alex discuss: — How to make the most out of your life — How to really tap into your intuition and psychic gifts — How to create impact by being the best version of yourself — How to use affirmations and manifestations to envision financial and emotional success. — And even her near-death experience....and much more. Listen, Enjoy and come back next week for more Leslie with our bonus ep! Ask Anthony: www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @bollottaentertainment on IG Follow @Lesliejuvinacker on her new IG account. CONNECT with LESLIE at https://www.lesliejuvinacker.com/ Read Her Articles Work with Leslie

    1hr 10min

  8. 10/03/2025

    2 Years and Some Change with Mike Lee (MindShift Labs) - ep 155

    Enjoy this bonus episode. Last week Bollotta-FIDE had the honor of a second interview with Mike Lee (MindShift Labs) and after their conversation Mike indulged the Bollotta-philes in an Q&A with some of the statements from their original chat in 2022. (Ep 73. A Shift of Mind(fulness) with MIKE LEE) Now 5 years post-pandemic insights have shifted and some have stayed the same. Enjoy. Submit questions on the form at www.bollotta.com/podcast Follow @BollottaEntertainment on Instagram Connect with Mike Lee at www.mindshiftlabs.com

    35 min
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An Event Entertainment podcast dedicated to the exploitation of the sometimes dazzling, sometimes tragic world of special event entertainment.

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  • Creator
    Anthony Bollotta
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    186
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Bollotta-FIDE
  • Show Website
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