Voice of the Performing Arts Podcast

Hosted by Steven Libman and Jeff Swensson, Voice of the Performing Arts Podcast digs into the personal stories behind a life in the arts. Rather than focusing on reviews or criticism, conversations here explore a fundamental question: how does a passion for performance begin? Each guest-whether an arts professional, educator, or community leader-shares their own pivotal moment, often a childhood memory of a first show or the guidance of a key mentor, that set them on their path. These narratives naturally build into a broader discussion about why bringing these experiences to young people today is so vital. Listening to this podcast feels like sitting in on a thoughtful, often nostalgic, conversation between colleagues who genuinely care about the future of their field. You’ll hear not just career advice, but the emotional core of what drives artists and advocates, making a compelling case for the arts as an essential, transformative force. It’s a series for anyone who believes in the power of a stage, a classroom, or a community to change a young person’s trajectory.