Let's Talk
‘Let's Talk’ is a video podcast series featuring candid conversations on important matters for today’s freelance professional. Discussions with different thought leaders cover a wide range of topics including finance, business, education, home life and wellness. The podcast is hosted by Tom Rizzo is Founder and Managing Director of Plectrum Advisers https://plectrumadvisers.com, an independent financial planning resource serving the freelance community. Tom works with clients on an individual basis to evaluate their needs and goals, both short and long term, to help secure their financial future. Through a comprehensive assessment of risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial goals, he designs an individually tailored solution. With over 30 years of experience in the music business, Tom has made a successful living as a guitarist, composer and arranger. He’s worked on a variety of projects, from motion picture soundtracks to GRAMMY Award-winning songs. Prior to becoming one of the guitarists on “The Tonight Show” band in the latter stages of the Johnny Carson era, he toured with the Maynard Ferguson Band. His music composing credits include the Fox comedy series “In Living Color,” “The Wayans Brothers” for Warner Brothers, and “Not Necessarily the News.”
Episodes
In this episode of "Let's Talk," host Tom Rizzo, Founder and Managing Director of Plectrum Advisers, engages in a candid conversation with Sarah Parkins of Birch Cove, an Integrative Health Coach and Consultant based in New York. Together, they explore the multifaceted challenges that individuals face when dealing with inheritance, focusing on both financial and emotional aspects.
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Understanding Inheritance: An ...
In this episode of Let’s Talk, hosted by Tom Rizzo, Dr. Krissy Gullen, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Evergreen Physical Therapy in Pasadena, discusses the physical challenges faced by musicians due to repetitive use injuries. She provides insights into how musicians can prevent injuries through proper training regimens and adopting healthier lifestyles. The episode covers topics such as preventing chronic injuries, the importance...
Let’s Talk episode 23 with Krissy Gullen, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Evergreen Physical Therapy Specialists. In this episode of Let’s Talk, hosted by Tom Rizzo, Dr. Krissy Gullen, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Evergreen Physical Therapy in Pasadena, discusses the physical challenges faced by musicians due to repetitive use injuries. She provides insights into how musicians can prevent injuries through proper training regimens an...
In this episode, Tom talks with Kevin Kwan Loucks, CEO of Chamber Music America (CMA), about CMA's mission to support chamber musicians, composers, managers, educators, presenters, and advocates across the US, providing resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities.
Tom and Kevin discussed the challenges faced by freelancers, musicians, and composers with regards to finances and long-term planning, as well as the role of present...
In this insightful conversation, Jim Frawley, Executive Development, Consultant, Coach. Author of Adapting in Motion & Host of the Jim's Take podcast delves into the profound changes AI is bringing to various sectors, with a particular focus on the studio musician. The discussion explores the human response to AI, emphasizing the need for familiarity and understanding to overcome fears associated with technological advancements...
In Let’s Talk episode # 20, Tom Rizzo talks with John Zion about supporting, empowering, and guiding great artists to help their visions thrive through authentic impactful engagement.
John Zion is Managing Director of MKI Artists, and oversees strategic planning, artist management, and booking while supporting the careers of its prestigious roster of artists, ensembles, and composers. He is also a co-founder of OurConcerts.live, a ...
Tom Rizzo talks with Kim Roberts, Executive Director, at The Film Musicians Secondary Markets Fund regarding GETTING READY FOR JULY 1 (and beyond).
Join Tom Rizzo and guest, Stefanie Taub, CEO of the AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund. a 501(c)(6) organization, established by The American Federation of Musicians and Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
Join Tom Rizzo with guest, Roxanne Castillo, General Counsel at Film Musician's Secondary Markets Fund and CCC Board of Director Member to discuss the California Copyright Conference (CCC), a professional trade organization for the education of its members in the practical and legal aspects of copyright law and allied music and entertainment industry subjects.
Join Tom Rizzo and guest Kim Roberts Hedgpeth, Executive Director, Film Musicians Secondary Markets Fund, as they discuss ‘all things new media’ including; what Is new media and how it affects royalty payments, the sources of new media inflow, Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD), Free to the Consumer Advertising Advertiser Supported Services (AVOD), why the contract is the gold standard, and the importance of naming a beneficiary.
We are delighted to have our very first guest, Brittany Britton, Esq. return to discuss more about estate planning, trusts and wills. Brittany will give an update from our first podcast to provide insight on how the pandemic has affected estate planning and what freelancers need to know.
Join us as we talk to Amy Northard about her firm, Accountants for Creatives and her experience with advising freelancers.
Join us as we talk to Melissa Walker about her leadership in Jazz House Kids as well as the Montclair Jazz Festival!
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