Find Your Authentic Voice
Authenticity is the key to a successful podcast. Staying true to your unique voice and perspective is essential as a host. I learned this lesson while overcoming personal struggles and learning to appreciate the present moment. It’s about sharing genuine stories and experiences that resonate with your audience. In my case, The Tragedy Academy Podcast centers around exploring the human experience through the lens of tragedy and triumph. When you’re authentic, your audience will feel it and respond positively.
Meet Jay Hicks of Wesley Chapel
Today we’d like to introduce you to Jay Hicks
Hi Jay, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I’m Jay Hicks, a Florida native with a multifaceted background as a music producer, podcaster, graphic designer, and voice-over artist. Over the years, I’ve held various roles, from digging septic drain fields for school clothes money to becoming a Financial Services Solution Architect Manager for two of the nation’s largest consulting firms. My journey has spanned producing and engineering podcasts, voice-overs, promotional videos, and advertisements, but the creation of The Tragedy Academy has genuinely defined my path.
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In the world of creativity, few journeys are as varied and inspiring as that of Steve Young. Known for his Emmy-nominated work on The David Letterman Show, his quirky exploration of industrial musicals in Bathtubs Over Broadway, and most recently, his leap into music with the alt-country album Broken Heart Insurance, Steve exemplifies a career built on curiosity, humor, and a willingness to embrace change. His path serves as a reminder that staying “Young” in both name and heart is crucial to navigating the highs and lows of any creative pursuit.
In this blog post, I want to reflect on my recent conversation with Austin Davis, a leader in teenage behavioral health and addiction recovery, on The Tragedy Academy Podcast. Austin’s work goes far beyond just treating addiction; he’s laying down a foundation for young people who, without intervention, might otherwise fall victim to the cycle of addiction and self-doubt. It’s a powerful analogy that comes to mind here: while many advocates are focused on catching adults as they fall into the depths of addiction, Austin is standing at the top of the cliff, working with teens to prevent that jump in the first place.
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