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Michelle Zeitlin is a creative catalyst for conversation, a TALENT & LITERARY manager, producer "who wears many hats," and director/choreographer. She's an expert in the ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, BOOK PUBLISHING and ORIGINAL CONTENT spaces, currently developing multiple original shows and attractions. Michelle conducts coaching sessions, workshops and master classes in dance, drama, music, yoga and wellness. She is known as a career strategist for artists too. These conversations are with #bigshots in television, film, stage. Follow your Yellow Brick Road to Success and share these episodes!

Passion to Power for Creatives Hollywood iNSIDER Michelle Zeitlin, MORE ZAP Productions & Management Michelle Zeitlin

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    • 5.0 • 15 Ratings

Michelle Zeitlin is a creative catalyst for conversation, a TALENT & LITERARY manager, producer "who wears many hats," and director/choreographer. She's an expert in the ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, BOOK PUBLISHING and ORIGINAL CONTENT spaces, currently developing multiple original shows and attractions. Michelle conducts coaching sessions, workshops and master classes in dance, drama, music, yoga and wellness. She is known as a career strategist for artists too. These conversations are with #bigshots in television, film, stage. Follow your Yellow Brick Road to Success and share these episodes!

    ROCK the F--king BOAT Eitan Chitayat

    ROCK the F--king BOAT Eitan Chitayat

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    You may not agree with everything that Eitan Chitayat says- but you have to respect him for speaking out against anti-semitism worldwide, and speaking out against all kinds of hate. He has done campaigns to support women, LGBTQ issues and you may know him for his recent advocacy work and the hashtag, I'm that Jew.
    He speaks his truth through his art, his creative work as a brander, and as a writer. This is his link tree so you can dive into his work, his words: https://linktr.ee/eitanchitayat

    Natie, his Tel-Aviv based creative agency, has been remote even before many pivoted their "brick and mortar" businesses to remote shops. He has only senior staffers, around the globe, who share his values and vision.
    His clients have included some of the big corporate companies as well as little start ups with good intentions.
    His work as advocate has been seen by millions and inspired some other celebrities- who have reached out to him-

    Tiffany Haddish for one, who famously said "I can't believe everything I read... I need to (go) find out for myself."

    She met with Eitan in Israel to ask questions. As a woman who identifies as black and Jewish, she wanted to find out what "the people who are actually experiencing...I wanted to see with my own eyes, hear with my own ears..." she wanted to find the truth for herself.
    His posts have gone viral, way before October 7th (2023) he spoke out about the stabbings in Israel by Hamas,  January 7, 2015, a deadly assault on the offices of satiric magazine Charlie Hebdo in France. He did a Tedx Talk:"I'm not a stereotype. I'm that Jew."
    Now he says "I'm exhausted...I'm angry..." and you can follow him on social media which he says he dislikes, but is necessary for now, to get the word out. To get the words out.

    Michelle Zeitlin, founder and President of More Zap Productions & Management LLC, like Eitan Chitayat, grew up and lived around the globe. In (Madison- the snow- and sunny California) US, Israel, Chile and she worked in many countries through her creative opportunities including in Russia, Austria, Australia, Japan.
    Eitan lived and worked in Hong Kong, London and New York. He grew up in and currently calls Tel Aviv his home.
    Michelle and Eitan talked about the Academy Awards and Jonathan Glazer's speech- which has caused an uproar in the Jewish "Hollywood" population- both pro and con- towards his comments- and his movie, "Zone of Interest."
    In a time of very layered and complicated issues in the Middle East, Eitan believes you must dig for the truth, and that's why he teaches his two young sons.
    See MoreZap.com for more on Michelle Zeitlin.

    Passion to Power is both a podcast series and a platform for workshops, coaching seminars and speaking engagements.


    Michelle Zeitlin mentors and teaches artists/authors/actors and activists.

    Enjoy all the episodes. Share them. Post them.
    Speak the truth.
    Thanks to Jason Usry, editor.
    Thanks to Mark David, announcer and "VOC."
    Thanks to Gabe Baker, musican/songwriter/artist/actor for the inspired rendition of the Israeli national anthem, "Hatikvah," that opens this podcast episode.

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    "To Be Continued" Mike Tankel

    "To Be Continued" Mike Tankel

    "Simplify and amplify" "Entertainment- Not as Propaganda"- so many good quotes in this interview with marketing expert, creative, brander. Mike Tankel talks about his work in the MENA region and China. He talks math and entertainment. And somehow he makes it all equal out. Robust, firm and sometimes jovial, Mike offers creatives kernels of gold. Listen and learn. Maybe laugh a little. Mike is an experienced entertainment marketing executive known for strategies and campaigns across everything from major studio franchises to independents to Chinese film. Through his company, To Be Continued, LLC, he is focused on helping content creators apply marketing thinking pre-production in order to better dress, finance and market their properties via strategic integration, content incubation, creative acceleration and audience management. Michelle Zeitlin asks questions that bring out his range of experience and point of view. Michelle is the President of More Zap Productions & Management LLC and the host of Passion to Power. She interviews people who can engage, enlighten and entertain. All things Creative are shared in this series Morezap.com

    • 31 min
    𝙰𝚗𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚗𝚢 𝙻𝚎𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚜 "i rep story tellers"

    𝙰𝚗𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚗𝚢 𝙻𝚎𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚜 "i rep story tellers"

    Talent Manager, "jack of all trades", and a Triple Threat - Anthony checks many boxes. 📦 As a talent manager myself- It had not occurred to me until recently - to invite another talent manager on the show. But YES this was such a good idea. Anthony is a warm, exuberant and kind "human" who looks to find like-minded creatives who enjoy long, loyal relationships where truth and honesty and critical development are key. 🔑 His clients are made up of stage and screen actors and writers and producers who want feedback and job leads that lead to a career. Anthony has really been there, done that- on Broadway in Miss Saigon-and many plays, musicals and dance productions as a performer. In his time as an entertainer, he had three different names. He has been Glenn, Evan and now Anthony. He is a Filipino-American and Hispanic and LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈 -identifiers all- and this might be why he is empathetic and sensitive and an advocate for his clients of all colors and ethnicities. Enjoy this conversation and for more on his roster of clients see IMDB. You can reach out via Instagram or email. He welcomes questions and comments and often mentors and educates for arts conservatories and schools. He has experience in print, commercials, theatrical and literary rep. anthony@shushuent.com
    www.shushuent.com
    IG: @anthonyleonestalentmanager

    • 37 min
    Cultural Fluency- Global Creative Johan Vakidis

    Cultural Fluency- Global Creative Johan Vakidis

    JOHAN VAKIDIS
    has worked with computers since his teens and took his skills in programming and early software and web development into the worlds of advertising and experiential event entertainment.

    Johan's work as a
    digital creative has allowed him to create projects all over the globe- from Montreal to Shanghai.

    His work in China and Korea and Singapore taught him the specific ways and protocols of working in East Asia. The "rituals" that are a part of business in these markets formed his "cultural fluency."
    Johan shared that "being able to trust the people you work with-- in China there is a hierarchy in business."

    Moving back to Montreal after 20 years, gave Johan a chance to try new ways of working - experiential design and working with huge brands where he integrated multiple adapted skills.

    A CCO by his late 30's, Johan has built not only major brand projects, but culture and collaboration.

    He is raising his teen son who got to interview skateboard celeb, Tony Hawk, on a Nike job- and is now enjoying his "intentional pivot" with his current position at C2, a company with the Kyu Collective.

    The "languages" he speaks include
    Mandarin, French, Spanish, Italian, Greek and some Italian-
    besides the ad speak, and the fluency in navigating the spheres of digital entertainment - while "scaling up!" 🆙 For More (ZAP) on host Michelle Zeitlin please see MoreZap.com or Passion-Power.com - If you are interested in being interviewed and featured on this podcast, please send an email. Thanks to Mark David- voice of God; Thanks to Jason Usry- Audio Editor; Julia Stier- Video & Social Media Promos

    • 58 min
    Jenny Reader - Music Industry Pro

    Jenny Reader - Music Industry Pro

    Chief Ideation Officer- is her preferred title!
    PASSION TO POWER New Episode dropping Monday October 9, 2023


    Jenny Reader Music Industry Pro

    MORE ZAP Productions & Management contact MoreZap@gmail.com for more info. or to schedule a guest!

    36:25 Chief Ideation Officer- is her preferred title!

    Jenny Reader has worked in many facets of the Music Industry- she's been at boutiques, and big labels. She knew how to write a press release by age fourteen and now she loves to manage artists, create new opportunities and drive careers. Her background includes publicity, project and brand development and now she's got a handful of passion projects she's exploring in Nashville, Tenn. Born in the country in England, she attended college in London and then worked in Chicago and New York before deciding to follow the music to Nashville.
    She loves musical theatre, rock and roll and has worked with top alternative rock bands.
    Whether you're looking to be an indie musician, join a band, write songs for others, or pursue the life of a touring and performing artist, you can take heed in what Jenny shares. Good advice is gold. Listen up!
    Michelle Zeitlin, host/producer: A little personal history... my daughter is touring with her band, Honey Revenge, now represented by Thriller Records. Jenny used to work with Fearless Records, the first label owned by Bob Becker, who now owns Thriller. (https://lnkd.in/dxKNJTAA)
    Jenny is from Britain, and Devin Papadol and her band Honey Revenge will be headlining in venues across England in December, 2023.
    I'll be the "rocker mom" following her about while offering workshops, master classes and speaking engagements in the UK. See www.passion-power.com for schedule of events you can attend.
    For more on Michelle Zeitlin, the Hollywood iNsider, check out the above website link, or www.morezap.com; a talent and literary company in Los Angeles.
    For more on Jenny Reader, Chief Ideation Officer, see her LinkedIn profile https://lnkd.in/dV453ryd or Website www.jennyreader.com (Portfolio)
    Please post your comments and ratings on Apple Podcasts and social media and share #passiontopower!

    • 36 min
    Very Jerry Mitchell- Broadway Director-Choreographer

    Very Jerry Mitchell- Broadway Director-Choreographer

    Very Jerry Mitchell...

    Jerry Mitchell and Michelle Zeitlin shared their memories of working with the legendary Michael Bennett and Bob Avian, on SCANDAL, a Broadway workshop with an outstanding group of stars and triple threats. Jerry was assisting the show creator, Michael Bennett at the original auditions, where Michelle was amongst over two thousand dancer-singers auditioning for a few coveted ensemble roles for this ground-breaking musical, at 890 Studios.

    Jerry was an assistant and skeleton crew dancer on that production, which led to so many other amazing productions including FOLLIES and CHESS. He also worked with Jerome Robbins on JEROME ROBBINS BROADWAY. And then...he became a choreographer in his own right.

    Now wearing the title of Director-Choreographer, he is most proud of BROADWAY BARES, and he was honored this year with the 2023 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for his work on a modern day burlesque show that has raised millions of dollars for Equity Fights Aids.


    @jammyprod on Instagram
    For more on Michelle Zeitlin, CEO of More Zap Productions & Management, please see ⁠http://www.passion-power.com ⁠
    ⁠http://www.morezap.com⁠

    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

Junior Alabi ,

Loved it!

I just listed to Anthony Leones episode and his story is incredible. The conversation with both Michelle and Anthony is full of great takeaways. They're both so dedicated to their work and deeply care about their clients. Definitely very valuable and worth a listen – it's motivating and really connects with you. Check it out, you won't be disappointed!

iFit fanatic ,

A glorious trip down the rabbit hole

Much like Alice from Alice In Wonderland, listening to this podcast took me down a glorious rabbit hole. I started by listening to Jenn Boyce’s episode, which is massive episode of knowledge for anyone wanting to get into the industry or who is already in the industry. Following that episode, I started listening to the Nick Roses episode and that was just as fascinating. This podcast is the gift that keeps on giving. Michelle is a great host who asks all the right questions. I literally said out loud multiple times, “OMG I’ve been wanting to know the answer to this question forever!!”

sarkeny ,

Jordan Gershowitz, Head Writer

I learned so many valuable lessons and surprising ways to break through the industry from a writer’s point of view during Michelle’s special interview with Mr. Gershowitz. If you’re mainly looking to make changes or pivot your way into a career you wish for as a writer, this episode gave a strong in-depth overview which I found to be very thought-provoking and inspiring! The interview provides some extensive details given on the day-to-day work flow as a writer and in the writer’s room, how to write based on certain style shows, ways to stay creative as a freelancer (especially during covid), and an interesting perspective on the broad field of work Jordan has done so with several studios and on different projects. It does make you reflect on how all this was achieved and nice to know what worked out so well for someone else. Thank you both for sharing this story with us!

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