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Season 2

Dec. 15, 2023

Forging Your Own Path with Trish Cornett, Lauren Ryals, Jennifer Lese…

In this special live taping of Fem Forte, we had the privilege of addressing hundreds of students at the Incomparable Marching Workshop held at West Chester University. Our panel of remarkable women, Trish Cornett, Shirley Do...

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Dec. 8, 2023

The Road to the Blue Man Group World Tour with Kaylie Brooke and Jame…

Did you know the Blue Man Group actually doesn't include just men? Kaylie Brooke and Jamese Moses are trailblazers in the world of entertainment, making history as part of the first inaugural all-women cast of "The Musician" ...

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Dec. 1, 2023

Beyond the Sticks: Women in Percussion with Sandi Rennick, Lauren Tee…

We're bringing you a unique treat: our very first live taping at the Girls March camp in the vibrant heart of Houston, Texas.This episode holds a special place in our hearts because it allowed us to sit down with some …

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Nov. 24, 2023

Creating Girls March with Raychel Taylor

Imagine walking into a drumline or front ensemble audition and only seeing other girls there. It may be tough to picture. Raychel Taylor has become a visionary leader in the world of percussion and her deep passion for empowe...

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Nov. 17, 2023

Women in Brass with Amanda Petro

In this episode, we delve into two essential topics: the importance of representation, particularly for women in brass, and the role of inclusivity in the music world. Amanda Petro sheds light on the strides being made to cre...

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Nov. 10, 2023

Music Marketing 101: Utilizing TikTok for Creative Entrepreneurship w…

Get ready for one of our favorite episodes with Kirsten Haddox (@kirstenoboe), a Pittsburgh-based oboist, content creator, and marketing pro. Kirsten's online presence is a captivating blend of music career guidance, oboe cov...

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Nov. 3, 2023

The Art of Growth and Reimagining Artistry with Ellie Morrison

Today we dive into the world of utilizing passion for the arts in non-traditional and unconventional ways, exploring how Ellie Morrison has crafted her own unique path in the realm of creativity and content creation. We also ...

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Oct. 27, 2023

Developing Confidence as a First-Year Teacher with Sammi Rogers

This episode is a must-listen for everyone. Whether you're a music teacher, a band director, a devoted drum corps or indoor percussion fan, or a student considering a future in music education, there's something in this conve...

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Oct. 20, 2023

From Audiologist to World-Class Visual Designer with Lindsey Schueller

Lindsey Schueller is known for her talent and incredible impact of visual design in the world of the marching arts. In this episode, Lindsey shares her profound passion for visual design, exploring the driving forces and insp...

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