HarmonyTALK

Foundation for Harmony Presents
HarmonyTALK Podcast

HarmonyTALK is a podcast about dreamers and doers conversations with people from all walks of life: inventors and authors, artists and entrepreneurs, people who have followed through on their dreams and want to talk about it... to us.

  1. Teachers By Day, Performers By Night: The String Queens | HarmonyTALK #47

    14 AUG

    Teachers By Day, Performers By Night: The String Queens | HarmonyTALK #47

    Praised for its authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound, The String Queens is a dynamic trio that creates stimulating musical experiences that inspire audiences to love, hope, feel and imagine! With an array of repertoire spanning from the Baroque era to the Jazz Age to today’s Billboard Hot 100 Chart, TSQ performs versatile programs that take the listeners on a rousing musical journey through time and a multitude of musical genres. In this episode, hear Kendall Isadore (violin), Élise Sharp (cello) and Dawn Johnson (viola) speak with Greg Frigoletto about their fascinating journey from their day jobs as educators to world-class performers.  These “school teachers by day and concert performers by night” have graced the stages of renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The String Queens episode of HarmonyTALK is sure to educate, motivate and inspire its listeners!   FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list   Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  2. Through the Lover’s Eyes: Nan and David Skier’s Unique Collection and Passion | HarmonyTALK #46

    7 AUG

    Through the Lover’s Eyes: Nan and David Skier’s Unique Collection and Passion | HarmonyTALK #46

    Join us on this captivating episode of HarmonyTALK Podcast hosted by Lisa Champeau as we delve into the fascinating world of "Lover's Eyes" with Nan and David Skier, a remarkable couple from Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. David, a retired ophthalmologist, and his wife Nan have spent the past two decades amassing an extraordinary collection of these unique and historical artworks.Lover's Eyes are miniature portraits featuring disembodied eyes, meticulously painted on ivory and often surrounded by intricate frames. Originating in Europe around the 1800s, these intimate pieces were typically commissioned to commemorate a secret love or a deep, personal bond, often with the identity of the sitter remaining a mystery. In this episode, Nan and David share the story behind their collection, which began with David's professional fascination with the human eye and evolved into a passionate quest to preserve these delicate mementos of affection and intrigue. With around 100 pieces in their possession, discover how these tiny works of art have become a bridge between the past and the present, and how the Skiers' dedication has brought to light a little-known yet profoundly touching aspect of art history.  Whether you're an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the unusual, this episode is for you. Nan and David Skier will discuss their journey, their collection, and the timeless allure of Lover's Eyes. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list   Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  3. Legendary Third Baseman Ron Cey | HarmonyTALK #44

    10 JUL

    Legendary Third Baseman Ron Cey | HarmonyTALK #44

    Everyone has a dream.  For many young boys, the dream is to become a major league baseball player.  Years back, this was especially true for a little boy growing up in Tacoma, Washington.  Harmony Talk is honored to share the story of the journey of legendary third baseman, Ron Cey.  Known to many as “the Penguin”, Ron played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball.  Although best known for covering the “hot corner” for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ron also played for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics.   He was a six-time All-Star, had over 300 career home runs, was World Series Champ and Word Series MVP.  Cey at third base, Bill Russel at shortstop, Davey Lopes at second base and Steve Garvey at first base lasted for nearly nine seasons for the Los Angeles Dodgers.  This remarkable feat is a celebrated piece of baseball history that hasn’t been matched since and may never be again. Throughout Ron’s journey from dreaming to doing there were many lessons learned and many interesting encounters along the way. From growing up as boy chasing a dream and the struggles that go along with that to making it to the big leagues and playing under legends like Tommy Lasorda, Ron has an incredible story to tell.  In this episode, hear Ron in a memorable conversation with host Greg Frigoletto, as they discuss the story of the little boy from Tacoma who became the author, podcaster and celebrity that he is today.  Check out Ron’s podcast, the Ron Cey Show as well as his book, an autobiography titled Penguin Power…a book about Dodger Blue, Hollywood Lights and Ron’s One-In-A-Million Big League Journey. Ron currently lives in in Woodland Hills, CA with his wife Fran. They were married in 1971 and have two children, Daniel and Amanda.   FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list   Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  4. Achieving Childhood Dreams with Sports Broadcaster, Marc Zumoff | HarmonyTALK #42

    12 JUN

    Achieving Childhood Dreams with Sports Broadcaster, Marc Zumoff | HarmonyTALK #42

    He has one of the most iconic voices in Philadelphia sports history.  On August 17, 1994, Marc Zumoff was named the television voice of the Philadelphia 76ers, fulfilling his childhood dream. His career spanned four decades and includes covering the Rio Olympics in 2016 for NBC, assorted assignments for Turner Sports, NBA-TV, the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia Union and various other pro, college and high school events.  He’s also been an anchor, producer and reporter and spent the first five years of his career as a radio newsperson.     In this episode, “Zoo” talks candidly with Todd Stephens about catching the bug for broadcasting as a sixth-grader growing up in Northeast Philadelphia.  He recalls practicing play-by-play announcing with his tape recorder and being driven by his passion to make it as a broadcaster.  As a 19-time Emmy Award Winner, he is also one of the most decorated broadcasters in Philadelphia history having been named The National Sports Media Association’s Pennsylvania Sportscaster of the Year three times, the Bill Campbell Award from the Philadelphia Sportswriters Association, and the 2022 recipient of The Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters highest award of distinction, the Gold Medal.  He is also a member of the Temple University School of Media and Communications Hall of Fame, the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame, and the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.    Marc currently serves as the associate director of the Claire Smith Center for Sports Media at his alma mater, Temple University.  He is the co-author of the textbook Total Sports Media.  And he is working with Maccabi USA as the chairman of Maccabi Media, a program which sends more than a dozen aspiring sports media professionals to cover the Maccabiah in Israel, South America and Europe.  Marc lives at the Jersey Shore with his wife of 40 years, Debbie.  They are the parents of two adult sons. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list   Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min

About

HarmonyTALK is a podcast about dreamers and doers conversations with people from all walks of life: inventors and authors, artists and entrepreneurs, people who have followed through on their dreams and want to talk about it... to us.

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes and get the latest updates.

Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada