A Brand New Take

A Brand New Take

This is a show about adventure, acknowledgement, and artistry. Different stories told from the perspective of a performer, interpreter, teacher, PR professional, musician, and simply intrepid individual. Funny enough, these perspectives are all from one multi-passionate, and incredibly diverse individual. With such an eclectic background, lessons have been learned, and Brandon is excited to share what he's gained in this crazy thing called life. Moreover, he's excited to see what YOUR take is on these adventures. Enjoy a Brand New Take on life, learning, leadership, and leaning into your connections. His, or yours! Follow every journey on: @_Nowbrandon (IG)

Episodes

August 15, 2025 43 mins

One of the greatest surprises of the Summer! My dear friend Gigi stops by to talk life, music, meaning, and of course reminisce on times that have made us so close. Yet another Marvel Universe Live castmate turned life-long friend, we have a discussion about silver linings, and maybe the fact that we didn't have to experience EVERYTHING to be where we are. 

A stunt-woman, an actress, a singer, a friend... I'm honored to ha...

Mark as Played

Welcome back! 


This week we dive into a "checklist" of sorts to measure the ever changing concept of success. A three question prompt that I've used for years when teaching, now applied to this crazy little thing called life. Whether it's a new project, a class, or a new job completely, asking these questions will help you reflect on your achievements and how you better suited than you think when it all come...

Mark as Played

Welcome Back! 

This weeks episode focuses on the Power of Planning! What if having that plan was the launch pad that allowed you to play? What does it look like to veer of track in the most productive and purposeful way? What magic happens when you DO follow the plan and realize your common thread through an array of options? And what exactly does a trapeze artist and a plan have in common?? Join this Brand New Take on the power of ...

Mark as Played

Welcome Back! 

This week's episode, we are talking about the risk and reward of leaving the Good to make room for the Great! We've all been there. Decisions that cause us to leave behind something that may be serving us well in the moment. Knowing there's something more, or a calling that we need to pursue, what kind of courage does it take to step away and not only hope, but work for something better? What kind of &q...

Mark as Played
July 18, 2025 17 mins

What if... for a second, we let the little things matter. What if we CHOSE how we let the little moments consume us? This week on A Brand New Take, we take a new perspective on making mountains out of molehills. We look at shifting the focus on the good, and letting it allow room for things to be great. We look at the ripple effect that goes into, and comes out of those small every day gestures of kindness that may go overlooked. T...

Mark as Played
July 11, 2025 55 mins

Welcoming our first guest, Jordi Trey encapsulates the ideas of "Following Your Now", "Staying Ready", and most certainly "Bringing YOU to the Table." 

The perfect guest to break the ice and talk about how he's paved his way into live entertainment, TV, film, and he's not done yet! Jordi shares his take on "success", creating opportunity, and simply having fun along the way. As if wa...

Mark as Played
July 4, 2025 22 mins

Welcome Back! 

You enter a new space, and there's the thought of what am I supposed to do here? What does this space expect of me? What do I have to learn here? This week we give a Brand New Take on what WE bring to the space. A snippet of memories and anecdotes that shed perspective on having something to bring to the room, no matter what. Outside of the obvious requirements or expectations, what if we dig a little deeper and ...

Mark as Played

This week on A Brand New Take, Brandon breaks down the popular phrase; "Stay Ready, so you don't have to get ready." He brings in an anecdote from one of the most recent professions and opportunities presented to him. Through respecting his chapters, the priorities that lie within each one, and trusting that he will make it back to his passion, he shares some key takeaways that establish what "staying ready"...

Mark as Played
June 19, 2025 17 mins

The first episode of A Brand New Take! In this very brief intro, we discuss the idea of "Following Your Now". How to capitalize on interests, passions, and leaning into what pulls you in a productive and proactive way. What's your connective tissue that makes it worthwhile? What are you gaining from your multi-passionate adventures? Enjoy the journey and start to learn about your host, Brandon, as we go through just ...

Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

    My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921. My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

    New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.