Secrets of the Stage with Quinn Lemley

Quinn Lemley
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Quinn pulls back the curtain and interviews artists, entrepreneurs and creators to discover their process "behind the scenes”.

  1. MAY 8

    The Secret Behind Phantom with Mark Blumberg and Quinn Lemley

    Quinn Lemley welcomes podcast producer and director Mark Blumberg to Secrets of the Stage for an emotional conversation about Broadway, The Phantom of the Opera, and the hidden life of a Broadway swing actor.On this compelling episode of Secrets of the Stage with Quinn Lemley, Blumberg discusses his acclaimed NYC podcast My Phantom Memory, a deeply personal and moving portrait of life inside the longest-running show in Broadway history.The limited podcast series follows Broadway swing actor Greg Mills, who spent decades covering multiple roles in the legendary production before the historic closing of Phantom of the Opera forced him to confront identity, purpose, reinvention, and life after Broadway. What happens when the show that defined your adult life suddenly disappears?Blumberg explores the hidden world of Broadway swings — the unsung performers responsible for keeping major productions running night after night — while revealing how theater, memory, artistry, and personal identity become intertwined over a lifetime on stage. Through intimate storytelling and documentary-style podcasting, My Phantom Memory captures the emotional impact of Broadway’s final curtain call and the resilience required to begin again.This powerful episode explores Broadway history, theater culture, performing arts, storytelling, podcast production, and the emotional reality behind one of Broadway’s most iconic productions. A must-watch for Broadway fans, performers, theater lovers, podcast audiences, and anyone navigating personal transformation after major life change.www.QuinnLemley.comDisclaimer:The views, opinions, and promotional content expressed by guests on Secrets of the Stage with Quinn Lemley are solely those of the individual guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the program, its host, producers, affiliates, or broadcasters. Secrets of the Stage is a lifestyle and entertainment program intended for informational, artistic, and cultural discussion.

    28 min

  2. MAY 7

    What Are You Really Buying? The Truth Behind Everything - Hsaio Chen

    On Secrets of the Stage, Quinn Lemley sits down with visionary entrepreneur Hsaio Chen, Founder & CEO of Provenio—a company redefining authentication by taking the concept of a serial number to an entirely new level.A former gamer with a background in luxury through LVMH, Hsaio Shy Chen is building a future made possible by blockchain and Bitcoin—technologies that enable truth to be tracked, verified, and trusted like never before.What are you really buying—and is it the truth?Provenio creates a living, digital record that captures an object’s entire journey from birth to end of life—verifying not just origin, but every creator, contributor, and touchpoint along the way.From healthcare and supplements to beauty, fashion, food, art, music, and television, this breakthrough approach has the power to transform how we trust what we consume, experience, and invest in. Every contributor becomes part of the story—credited, protected, and connected to the value of the work. When a major sale happens, the ecosystem ensures that the creatives and innovators behind it share in its success.In a world of replicas and uncertainty, this conversation explores how truth, authorship, and digital memory are becoming the new currency—and how technology is restoring integrity across industries.“The views and claims expressed by guests are their own and are presented as part of a lifestyle and entertainment interview format.”

    28 min

  3. MAY 7

    Inside Secrets of the Stage – The Power of Renewal: Conversation with Quinn Lemley and Anne Akers

    Quinn welcomes powerhouse connector and women’s advocate Anne Akers—founder of Glow Beauty, Health & Wellness Magazine, co-host of the Renewal Summit, and a leading voice in health, beauty, and longevity for women in New York City.Anne shares insider wisdom on how women can look, feel, and live better longer, while building meaningful connections that elevate every area of life. Get a first look at the highly anticipated Renewal Summit—a transformational, all-day experience bringing together top experts, innovators, and thought leaders in wellness, resilience, and longevity.From emotional strength and stress recovery to beauty, purpose, and community, this episode is packed with real tools, inspiration, and empowering takeaways for women ready to thrive at every stage of life.Feel renewed. Look radiant. Live fully.Don’t miss Secrets of the Stage with Quinn Lemley.www.QuinnLemley.com

    28 min

  4. FEB 2

    Skin, Strength & Survival: Karen Ballou’s Inspiring Journey

    This week, Quinn welcomes Karen Ballou, founder and CEO of Immunocologie, the luxury skincare brand built on skin health, immunity and clean, mineral-rich ingredients. After a life-changing battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Karen transformed her passion and more than 30 years in the beauty industry into a revolutionary approach to skincare that’s helping people around the world glow from the inside out.In an inspiring conversation, Karen shares her skin-care secrets, the wisdom she gained on her road to wellness, and how her journey from cancer patient to entrepreneur fuels her mission to “give back” through beauty, sustainability and philanthropy. From balancing health and beauty to the power of clean ingredients and immune-focused skincare, this episode delivers uplifting insights and real-world takeaways that will leave viewers feeling empowered to care for their skin and themselves.Don’t miss this heartfelt and transformative episode of Secrets of the Stage with Quinn Lemley and Karen Ballou!

    28 min

  5. FEB 1

    Ron Karr Returns: Velocity Mindset, Leadership & How to Move People to Action

    Returning to Secrets of the Stage, award-winning author, speaker, and business coach Ron Karr, past president of the National Speakers Association, sits down with Quinn Lemley to share his powerful insights on leadership, influence, and achieving meaningful success.In this episode, Ron dives into his personal journey of recovery from back surgery, where months of convalescence gave him the clarity to create the Velocity Mindset—a philosophy for moving forward with purpose, alignment, and action. He shares the three key components of this mindset, showing how reflection and intentional decision-making can transform your career and life.Ron also explores:How to give an experience: making your audience feel and inspiring them to act.Leadership truths: why, as a coach, you can’t change anyone, but you can teach better ways to approach challenges and achieve goals.Creating impact through emotion: the power of moving people from listening to action.This episode is packed with actionable strategies, real-world wisdom, and inspiring stories that will help you lead with influence, connect authentically, and accelerate toward your personal and professional goals.

    28 min

  6. 11/30/2025

    Robin A. Lieberman: Stories That Heal and Inspire

    Quinn Lemley welcomes educator-turned-novelist Robin A. Lieberman, who shares how her journey as a counselor, poet, and mother inspired a powerful new chapter as a fiction author.From her debut novel Searching for September, to Following the Fall and her newest release Past the Pavement (2025), Robin invites readers to peel back life’s layers and rediscover hope, strength, and purpose — all through the lens of imagination and lived experience.

    28 min

  7. 11/14/2025

    Stix Bones: Rhythm, Mindset & the Art of the Moment

    Jazz visionary Stix Bones sits down with Quinn Lemley to share the soulful journey of being a working musician, composer, and fellow Recording Academy artist.Founder of Urban Jazz Vision, Stix opens up about the importance of music theory, his open-ended horn charts, and how his music invites listeners to indulge in the moment. His philosophy? Fellowship, heart, and mindset are everything.From performing at the Grammy's to crafting over 100 recordings, Stix reveals how he channels inspiration, emotion, and discipline into every beat — blending intellect and groove with a deep purpose.

    28 min

  8. 11/14/2025

    Goldie Dver: From Philly to Footlights

    Quinn Lemley sits down with cabaret powerhouse Goldie Dver — Philly born, NYC forged, and forever fabulous. Goldie shares:• Her journey from the 1970s NYC scene to international cabaret stages.• The deeply personal role her late husband, Paul played in her rehearsal process and artistry.• Her new critically acclaimed Randy Newman tribute show, “You’ve Got a Friend — Celebrating the Songs of Randy Newman”, which debuted at London’s renowned venue Wilson & Gould’s The Crazy Coqs in October 2025, was inspired by her personal friendship with Randy himself.• Her heartfelt charity work with Goldie’s Kids for St. Jude, using her voice and stage to uplift children in need.Join us for a show that blends glamor, grit, love, and legacy — where cabaret becomes life, and life becomes art.QuinnLemley.com

    28 min
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