Life On Tour
Hosted by Manon GB, this is a podcast that celebrates the highs and lows of being a touring musical theatre performer in Australia. Whether you're in the industry right now, whether you want to learn something new, or if you just want to have a laugh, this is the podcast for you!
Episodes
35 episodes
35. Thriving from gig to gig to gig ft. Hayden Baum
In this episode, Manon sits down with industry veteran Hayden Baum to talk all things longevity. They talk about:His career so far and how he felt upon graduationWhat he loves/doesn’t love about touringHow tour lif...
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45:29
34. Thriving Through Rejection ft. Natasha Crane
This episode is not one to miss, featuring the incredible life coach and emotional healer Natasha Crane. We talk about:Tash’s background and what led her to coachingRejection and your mental healthHow ...
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33. A Veteran of Rejection...and proud of it!
Well well well, I'm baaaaaaaaack!In this solo episode, Manon explains the valuable things she has learnt through auditioning over the last 12 months and why these lessons have changed her life!You can follow the podcast on insta...
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32. The 12 Slays of Christmas: looking back on 2023
Welcome to the final episode of 2023!In this episode, Manon shares excerpts of 12 episodes of the podcast during 2023. It's a fun episode full of variety and recaps some important lessons. Yo can support the pod by bu...
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52:36
31. Standing By with Zoe Coppinger
In this episode, Manon chats with industry pro Zoe Coppinger (currently playing the Elphaba standby in Wicked Australia). They talk about:Zoe's experiences with a psychicHer journey with Elphaba and WickedWhat her ...
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1:12:52
30. Slaying your career without drama school ft. Blake Erickson
In this amazing episode, Manon chats with Tina The Musical star Blake Erickson about his career path. They talk about:Blake's work at the momentHis career journey and where it all startedThe diff...
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50:13
29. Stage Bloopers 3.0
This episode is all about Stage Bloopers and features various anonymous stories plus two wonderful guests, Tom Sharah and Stef Jones. While sharing some wild blooper stories, the episode also focuses on how mortifying bloopers can ...
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23:58
28. Surviving and Thriving in the In-Between ft. Doug Hansell
In this episode, Manon sits down with friend and recent castmate Doug Hansell to talk about the last few months post-tour and how it is impacted them both. They talk about:How the last few months have been post-tourThe impa...
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27. How to Slay at Long Distance on Tour ft. Stef Jones
In this episode, Stef Jones rejoins the podcast to talk all about long distance and relationship communication! Manon and Stef cover topics such as:Planning a wedding while touringHow she met her fiancee How t...
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26. "I didn't book my first commercial Aussie show until I was 27" ft. Catty Hamilton
In this episode, Manon chats to Catty Hamilton about her career experience so far and how that has shaped Catty's mindset. They cover topics such as:Her mindset when graduating uniHow no job is too big or too small, and tak...
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53:27
25. Navigating relationship challenges on tour ft. Joseph and Brydie Naim
In this relationships-focused episode, Manon talks openly and honestly with her ex-castmate Joseph Naim, and his partner Brydie about their relationship and touring. They cover topics such as:Their backgrounds/how they got together<...
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52:14
24. When to Call Out (part 2) ft. Stef Jones
In this second instalment of the When to Call Out series, Manon sits down with the legendary Stef Jones to talk about all the issues surrounding this topic. They discuss:How to know when it’s time to call out and how it’s different ...
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23. When to Call Out (part 1) ft. Tom Sharah
We're back baby! My apologies for the extended hi-slay-tus. In this special return episode, Manon chats to fellow industry member Tom Sharah about "calling out" of a show and all the challenges/nuance associated with it. They talk ...
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39:18
22. Stage Bloopers 2.0 ft. Gareth Isaac, Sarah Nairne and David Silvestre
In this episode, host Manon chats to (and laughs heavily with) special guests Gareth Isaac, Sarah Nairne and David Silvestre about their stage blooper stories. They talk about:Stage bloopers we've doneHow they make us feel<...
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52:55
21. The Final Show of Tour ft. Michael Lee Porter, Zoe Gertz, Kat Harrison, Phillip Lowe and David Silvestre
In this episode, Manon has a chat to Come From Away cast members Michael Lee Porter, Zoe Gertz, Kat Harrison, Phillip Lowe and David Silvestre more minutes before the final performance of Come From Away in Australia. They talk about:
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20. Parenthood On Tour ft. Angela Scundi
This week, Manon interviews the incredible performer and mother of two, Angela Scundi about touring with kids. They discuss:Functioning on low sleep while caring for two kids and learning 3 tracksThe decision to tour and al...
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19. Slaying Your Vocal Health On Tour ft. Jennifer Peers
In this special episode, Manon chats with singing teacher, actor and singer Jennifer Peers about how to best maintain your voice on tour. They talk about:Jen’s journey in the industryThe balance of a healthy voice, mind and...
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1:10:59
18. Audition Rejection (Part 2) ft. Noni McCallum, Jasmine Vaughns and Doug Hansell
In this episode, Manon is joined by three special guests. First, Manon sits down with Noni and Jasmine to talk about:The week that wasThe end of the seasonNoni’s new roleWentworth, and a false accusation
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46:38
17. Audition Rejection (Part 1) ft. David Silvestri and Sarah Nairne
In this episode, Manon sits down with special guests David Silvestri and Sarah Nairne (separately) to discuss their thoughts on audition rejection. They talk about:Their experiences of audition rejectionThe mindsets that he...
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52:57
16. Meanwhile On Our Plane: In Memory of Laura Townsend
If you are interested in listening to Laura's podcast "Meanwhile On Our Plane", here is the link below:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/meanwhile-on-our-plane/id1528176404
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15. Training for Tour: Maintaining Physical Health on the Road ft. Luke Smith Coaching
In this episode, Manon talks to personal trainer and life coach Luke Smith about all things physical maintenance. They cover topics such as:Quokka sleeping patternsManon’s first experience at a gymWhat “training” a...
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49:48
14. Mental Health On Tour And Off (Part 2) ft. Will Centurion
In part 2 of the discussion around mental health on tour with counsellor and life coach Will Centurion, Manon and Will discuss:The athlete's mindsetAudition anxiety and how to stop itStage fright and how to stop it...
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46:32
13. Mental Health On Tour and Off (Part 1) ft. Will Centurion
In this episode, Manon speaks to counsellor, life coach and performer Will Centurion about the many mental health challenges faced by performers. They cover:Will's mental health journey in the artsThe main issues that come ...
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