Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity

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Inspired by the international bestselling young adult / science-fiction novel Excelsior, this weekly interview show puts the spotlight on both up-and-coming and established creative talents who share their journey to success.

  1. 5D AGO

    Author, Musician, Podcaster Christopher Kaufman Presents His Stories as Symphonies

    On this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author & musician Christopher Kaufman. With a lifelong love of music and the fantasy genre, Christopher has combined his many talents into a fully immersive original story called Tales of The Ocean City, complete with a symphonic score that captures the listener's imagination and carries them through a multi-part epic filled with magical creatures, heroes, sorcerers, enemies from a distant past, and much more. Get to know more about Christopher through his podcast The Phantastic Worlds of Christopher Kaufman HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    38 min

  2. FEB 17

    Author Lanie Mores Wants You to Get the Most Out of Social Media

    PRODUCER'S NOTE: Thank you for your patience while the show took a week off to clear up some technical difficulties. The computer is running much better now and I look forward to getting caught up with presenting some great conversations. On this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author Lanie Mores. In addition to writing her award-winning Father of Contention series, Lanie has found a strong community of book-lovers on social media platforms, specifically Instagram, and is consistently making sure they are aware of her work that's already out and are happily awaiting the releases to come. Her social media presence has led her to collaborate with other authors and take part in anthologies that broaden her audience even further. Get to know Lanie's work by clicking HERE. And follow Lanie on Instagram by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    27 min

  3. FEB 3

    Author Lindsey Goldstein Has Reinvented Herself and You Can Too!

    This week on Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author Lindsey Goldstein. After going from veterinary medicine to working in the film industry, Lindsey pivoted toward writing and got hers out into the world in the form of essays, articles, and short stories published by the New York Times, Princeton Alumni Weekly, The Chicago Story Press, and more. Most recently, Lindsey took a chance and reinvented herself as a novelist, and her debut "Gap Year" is now available for purchase. Get your copy of "Gap Year" by clicking HERE. Keep up with Lindsey by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    30 min

  4. JAN 27

    Author & Instructor Julie Rowe Dares You to Start Writing!

    This week on Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author Julie Rowe. After accepting a dare to get her work out into the world, Julie went on to follow her published prose with her own writing workshops and her own hand-crafted swag items. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    35 min

  5. JAN 20

    Author and Marketing Specialist Adele Royce Knows This is the Year for You!

    Proud Member of the Podmatch Podcast Network This week on Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with author & marketing specialist Adele Royce. From working in various adveritising and public relations companies to owning her own marketing consultant firm, Adele is not only an ideal guest due to her journey to help others to get to where she is; she is also an accomplished author with her books "Camera Ready," "Princess Smile," and "For Position Only," among others. Find out more about Adele by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    45 min

  6. JAN 13

    Business Manager Ramae Allen Wants You to Focus on Living Intentionally in 2026!

    This podcast is a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network. This week on Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with business owner & business manager Ramae Allen. With years of experience as a business owner and manager of other people's businesses, she has seen too many people lean on their New Year's Resolutions and talk about how they're going to make this happen or that happen, when they should instead be putting together their plans for how to turn those resolutions into reality. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    21 min

  7. JAN 6

    Season 12 Premiere: Passion, Purpose, and Feelness with Musician & Author Mark Firehammer

    This podcast is a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network. Welcome to Season 12 of Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity. This week, host & producer George Sirois sits down Mark Firehammer, a musician, an author, a co-founder of the MyFeelness Program, and the founder & acting director of the Creative Humanity Alliance. A living breathing hub of inspiration, Mark has proven himself to not only be consistently creative in many different outlets, but also a champion for others who want to get their stories out there into the world. After years of traveling on the road as a musician, Mark published his debut novel "The Echo and the Voice" under the name J.W. Kindbloom, which includes a companion soundtrack album filled with Mark's music. Read more about Mark by clicking HERE. Find out more about the MyFeelness program by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    46 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Wrapping Up Season 11 with Author Buddy Howard

    On this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois wraps up Season 11 with author Buddy Howard. After years of working in investment banking, Buddy - who believes that everyone has a story to tell, whether it's their own or one waiting to be written - decided to invest in himself as a storyteller by writing a novel. His debut legal thriller "The Burden of Evidence" is now available on all formats, including audio. Learn more about Buddy by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists. If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE. Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

    34 min
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Inspired by the international bestselling young adult / science-fiction novel Excelsior, this weekly interview show puts the spotlight on both up-and-coming and established creative talents who share their journey to success.

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