Drop the Act
Episodes
Davina Hehn
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Michael Cinquino and Davina Hehn explore the complexities of parenting, emotional regulation, and the challenges that com...
From Changing to Upgrading: What's the Difference & Why It Matters
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Michael Cinquino and JM Ryerson explore the themes of performance, coaching, and personal growth. They discuss the power ...
Finding your Artistic Edge with Artist Katelyn Kopenhaver
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Michael Cinquino and Katelyn Kopenhaver explore the concept of 'the edge' in creativity, discussing the ...
The Courage to Ask: Lessons from Dr. Denise Brown
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of The Performance Edge, host Michael Cinquino engages with Dr. Denise Brown, a physician and entrepreneur, who shares her uniq...
From Performing to Participating: How Horses Help Us Heal and Drop the Act
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You read that title right... Horses! In this episode of The Performance Edge, Michael Cinquino interviews Kasia Bukowska, an artist and transformation...
Should You Kill Who You Really Are? Maybe..?
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode, Michael Cinquino explores the struggle between authenticity and societal expectations. He reflects on a quote from Jim Carrey ...
Breaking Down Walls: How Acting Techniques Transform Business Communication
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Performance Anxiety, I sat down with the remarkable Jewells Blackwell to explore how theatrical training transforms professio...
Beth Clayton - How (and where) Trauma Gets Healed
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of Performance Anxiety, host Michael Cinquino engages in a deep conversation with transformational coach Beth Clayton. They ex...
The Power of Authenticity in Communication - with an OG YouTube Employee
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of Performance Anxiety, host Michael Cinquino engages in a deep conversation with Ryan Carey, founder of BetterOn, about overc...
Overcoming Performance Anxiety in Communication
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a very special episode of Performance Anxiety. What you'll find in this episode is not one but three guests exploring the essential elements o...
The Art of Risk-Taking: Jamie Carroll on Turning Curiosity Into a Purpose-Driven Career
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of Multi-Mastery, host Michael Cinquino engages with Emmy-nominated producer and coach Jamie Carroll, exploring the transforma...
The Power of Presence: Why a Strong Point of View is Essential for Success with Briana Packen O’Melveny
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Briana Packen shares her journey as a multi-hyphenate artist and the challenges she faced along the way. She talks about...
Finance with Heart: Ryan Coburn on Building Relationships Beyond Metrics
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Ryan Colburn, a financial advisor and former sports marketer, discusses the challenges of self-promotion and the importance of building relati...
Outperform and Outshine: The Communication Tactic Every Multi-Hyphenate Needs
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Multi-Hyphenate Mastery, host Michael Cinquino delves into the secret communication tactic that can set you apart as a multi-hyphen...
So What the Heck IS a "Multi-Hyphenate"? And are YOU one?
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Being a multi-hyphenate means embracing multiple skills, professions, or creative pursuits and integrating them into your life. It offers adap...
Finding the Character Within: Amy Selwyn
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Amy Selwyn shares her journey from storytelling as a child to merging her interests in arts and business. She emphasizes the importance of aut...
Episode 5 - How to Integrate with Bri White
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bri White, a personal fashion stylist, shares her multi-hyphenate journey that combines her love for video games, cosplay, styling, and photography. S...
Episode 4: Embracing Adventure with Jennifer Desrosiers
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Multi-Hyphenate Mastery, host Michael Cinquino sits down with Jennifer Desrosiers, a true multi-hyphenate and the founder of Laney ...
Why Loneliness is a Killer (and now not to be that way)
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Loneliness is a significant issue for multi-hyphenates, with statistics showing that it raises the risk of premature death, heart disease, str...
Beware The Contraction of Logic - A Brief Tribute to Kelly Kimball
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Michael Cinquino pays tribute to his acting teacher, Kelly Kimball, who passed away a year ago. He shares how Kelly's adv...
"I Don't Know Where To Start"
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode, Michael shares his journey as a multi-hyphenate and addresses the common concern of not knowing where to start. He talks abou...