My yearly review of 2023 includes a recap of my epic year of travel, my goals, accomplishments and more!
Show notes: https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/year-in-review-2023
In the third quarter of 2023 (Jul-Sep), I took 5 trips to Colombia, Boston and Atlanta, and attended Investfest and INBOUND.
Show Notes: at https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/spring-life-update-2023 o
In the second quarter of 2023, I earned my TEFL certificate, took trips to COL, Portugal and Morocco, attended the Our Rich Journey’s 365 Days to FIRE meetups, and became unemployed for the first time in my life.
Also posted at https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/spring-life-update-2023 & wherever you listen to podcasts.
Vlog playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvCwxNMPnkbGAsAniqnmJG42qgiM_Woey
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My update on the first quarter of 2023 includes becoming an ESL tutor, being in the second cohort of Our Rich Journey’s 365 Days to FIRE program, a new client, the New Edition Legacy Tour concert, and another trip to Colombia for Carnival, complete with a new tattoo!
My yearly review of 2022 includes a recap of my epic month in Colombia this quarter, and more!
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/year-in-review-2022
My update on the third quarter of 2022 includes becoming an investor, falling back in love with running, in-person conferences, and of course, more trips.
Show Notes: https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/summer-life-update-2022
At the end of Season 5 (June 2021), I didn’t have much else I wanted to say outside of occasional life updates / check-ins. But in the process of working on a new dance fitness certification at the end of 2021, thought I’d explore my thoughts and history & relationship with dance.
My update on the second quarter of 2022 includes my kitchen renovation, a new job, and more trips (including a big decision prompted by the SCOTUS rulings in June)!
My update on the first quarter of 2022 includes things like my first international trip during the pandemic, starting my new freelance writing business, and fainting in public!
Interviews: https://kickinitwithdaree.com/features
UX spotlight: https://uxcontent.com/uxcc-instructor-spotlight-meet-daree-allen-nieves/
Cuba trip: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/havana-at-last
Vegas trip: https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/birthday-freebies-and-dajs-bday-trip
I’m celebrating the milestone of 10 years being a published author! In this episode I’m giving you the behind-the-scenes look at lessons learned with self-publishing, how to bounce back from the fallout from writing an honest memoir, and advice for would-be authors.
Show Notes - http://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/10th-anniversary-books
Book info - https://www.kickinitwithdaree.com/whats-wrong-with-me
Flashback of book launch highlights - http://youtu.be/63pFgg46dO4
It's been a minute—6 months actually, so I'm popping up to give a recap of the highlights and reflections of my life in 2021, including what happened in the past quarter. I hope that it inspires you to reflect, make some decisions you've been putting off, and strategize your plans for 2022!
Show Notes - http://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/2021-recap
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/KickinitwithDaree
Erikka J @misserikkaj is a singer/songwriter, voice actor, and product manager in Atlanta. In this episode we talked about redefining what it means to go full-time in #VO, being a Black woman in tech, boundaries in entrepreneurship, balancing work and family life, and more!
Show Notes -
https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/erikkaj-white-colorvo-collective
It's time to share updates for this quarter on...
CrimeCon Recaps:
https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/crimecon-21-recap-part-1 and https://thecmonsonpod.libsyn.com/crimecon-21-recap-part-2
My VO mentor series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvCwxNMPnkbHQTu_w6doFxYmcnWHCKxwf
Voiceover Resource Guide: https://DareeVoiceover.com/get-started-in-vo
VOcality e-course description: http://bit.ly/vocality-ecourse
I had Andrew Lander on the show in February. As a follow up and discussion for that episode (153), on the following weekend we did a Clubhouse room about being a Corporate Narration Sensation in the voiceover industry.
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/andrew-lander-corporate-vo-clubhouse
In this informal chat from January 2021 on Clubhouse, I shared how to reset your mind and confidence when auditioning and marketing for voiceover. You can follow me @DareeAllen on Clubhouse and other social media platforms.
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/get-your-mind-right-for-vo
Whether you are recording for podcasts or voiceovers, sound quality is everything. Jean-Francois Donaldson is a voice actor, demo producer and booth builder, so he knows a little something about booths and sound isolation for VO. We had a chat on Clubhouse about it. We discussed:
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/jeanfrancois-donaldson-voiceover-booths
Note: This was my first time recording a Clubhouse room. I didn't catch the first few minutes of Jean-Francois' audio, so you'll miss his side of our back and forth during the introduction.
My quickest life update yet. Here's what I did in the first quarter of 2021, including a new car and a new job on the horizon!
Show Notes - https://www.kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/spring-life-update-1st-quarter-2021
Continuing the ColorVO Collective series highlighting wonderful African American voice actors, this week's feature is Trekina White. Her joyful sound and spirit radiates for such brands as Apple, Amazon, PBS Kids, PlayStation and the Calm app. We talked about how she went full-time in VO, how to vet voiceover resources, auditioning tips, and more!
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/trekina-white-colorvo-collective
As people are forced to explore their new careers in these stressful times, they often devote a lot of effort without having any clear path in mind. If they don’t have the foundation to move forward and sustain their joy from their passions, they will be, or again become, overwhelmed and dissatisfied.
Achieving psychological growth to stay happy and motivated is easier than people realize. In this episode, Sabrina Runbeck explains how to master your mental immunity, and prevent your passion from becoming poison.
Listen to this episode to learn how to focus, prioritize, stop overworking, and stay open to receive what you need.
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/mental-immunity
Andrew Lander is a DC native, award-winning African American voice actor based in Atlanta. His passion for voice acting began behind a podium rather than on stage, and juggles his corporate career with corporate VO and commercials. In this show, we talked about getting out of your head, the demand for African American voices, his "not-quite-Urban but distinctly Black (ish) sound," and how it's best to be in "as many places as possible" to market yourself.
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/andrew-lander-colorvo-collective
Darryll Stinson is a former Division I athlete, author, dynamic motivational speaker and Founder of Second Chance Athletes. After going from suicidal to successful, Darryll uses his experience to help athletes and entrepreneurs shed their past stories, and create a massive impact that aligns with their highest purpose. Darryll shared the details of his failed suicide attempt, and how he has transformed his life and now teaches others how to elevate their mindset so they can start living out their true purpose.
Show Notes - http://kickinitiwithdaree.com/episode/living-as-if
Kesha Monk is another of my talented Black female voice actor friends, and she recently lent her talents for The Soul Train Music Awards and A Little Late with Lilly Singh just to name a few. In this interview, we were just two girlfriends chatting about VO life, her plans to disrupt the voiceover industry, and how we can redefine rejection when we don't get the booking with an audition. So grab some tea and catch these gems we're dropping!
Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/kesha-monk-colorvo-collective
January is Mentoring Month. So I thought it fitting to share a roundup of guest content that you can use to mentor yourself and set your path for this new year, or anytime.
The past 31 guests who appeared on this podcast answered this question: "How do you define success?" As I produced this episode, I quickly saw themes unfold, and I re-lived their wonderful advice. Please share what success means to you social media @DareeAllen.
This is timeless advice! Find the full interviews from these guests and others at kickinitwithdaree.com/episode
Show Notes - kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/success-leaves-clues
January is Mentoring Month. So I thought it fitting to share a roundup of guest content that you can use to mentor yourself and set your path for this new year, or anytime.
The past 31 guests who appeared on this podcast answered this not-so-simple question: "What advice would you give to your younger self?" As I produced this episode, I quickly saw themes unfold, and I re-lived their wonderful advice. I hope it blesses and encourages you. Please share your best advice to your younger self with me on social media @DareeAllen.
This is timeless advice! Find the full interviews from these guests and others at kickinitwithdaree.com/episode
It's that time again—a recap of the highlights and reflections of my life in 2020, including what happened in the past quarter. I hope that it inspires you to reflect, make some decisions you've been putting off, and strategize your plans for 2021!
Show Notes - http://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/2020-recap