Speak For Change With Thomas Sage Pedersen Thomas Sage Pedersen

Send us a Text Message.https://www.rileynicholson.com/https://cabrillomusic.org/What does it take to transition from a budding composer to a leader in the world of contemporary music? Riley Nicholson, Executive Director of the Carrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, and Neo classical composer, takes us through his compelling journey from his early days in percussion and piano to his present role in arts administration. Hear about the mentors who shaped his path, the unique challenges of...

Send us a Text Message.What if achieving your ideal physical self still leaves you feeling unworthy? In this heartfelt episode of Speak for Change, I uncover the transformative power of self-love through personal anecdotes and meaningful discussions. Join me, Thomas Sage Pedersen, as I share my journey from struggling with body weight to realizing that societal pressures often promote self-hatred as a catalyst for change. We’ll explore how practicing self-love and acceptance can lea...

Send us a Text Message.What if you could turn your passion into a powerful community movement? Join us as we chat with Alexandra The Author, the innovative force behind Soul Good Entertainment, a brand that began as a simple music label and has evolved into a beacon of community support and artistic promotion. Alexandra shares her journey from crafting custom songs for charities to organizing extensive fundraising events and artist networking opportunities. Her latest venture? An app des...

Send us a Text Message.Prepare to redefine your understanding of leadership with insights from Jules, my long-time colleague and co-founder of Ignite Nexus. In this episode of Speak for Change, we promise you'll learn how leadership is an evolving journey, filled with emotional highs and lows. Jules generously shares her experiences, from earning an MBA at UC Davis to the challenges of leading without a formal title, emphasizing the critical nature of trusting your instincts and genuinely emp...

Send us a Text Message.Contact Cyn: https://www.instagram.com/whisper_sfAbout CynCyn is a San Francisco native. Who moved to Santa Cruz 5 years ago. She has worked in healthcare for 15 years and is a proud mother of two and a grandmother. Aside from her family, her passion is in creating art. Her medium is acrylic on wooden canvas. She is just here to share love and art, nothing more nothing less. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.About EpisodeAs the sun sets on Ellen Primack's storied career at the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, she graces us with her profound insights into the festival's tapestry, woven with innovation and community spirit. Reflecting on her 32-year tenure, Ellen opens up about the festival's metamorphosis from its bohemian inception to a bastion of contemporary composition; a journey marked by the birth of new music and the nurturing of artistic careers. Ou...