Laurie Berkner: From Late-Night Cover Band Gigs To “The Queen Of Kids’ Music”

The Pitt star Ernest Harden Jr. just won the first Emmy Award of his career. To celebrate, Andrew is reaching back into the archives and re-sharing his conversation with Ernest from earlier this year — a deep dive on Ernest’s moving portrayal of Louie Cloverfield on The Pitt and his 50+ year odyssey in theater, acting, & Hollywood. Ernest’s journey is filled with surprise twists, remarkable highs, & gut-wrenching lows. His success (and the longevity of his career) are a testament to what’s possible with extraordinary work ethic, attention to detail, & relentless tenacity. Get ready to be inspired. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week Andrew talks with Ziosk CEO Rhonda Levene. Rhonda has more than three decades of leadership experience and is intentional about fostering a people-first culture built upon transparency, continuous learning, & helping teams find their footing through major change. You’ll hear powerful ideas on how to grow your career, how to lead (even when you’re a self-proclaimed introvert), & what it takes to leap confidently into new challenges. This conversation is about putting people first — even when technology is at the center of what you do. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week Andrew welcomes former MLB outfielder Brandon Guyer back to the podcast. Brandon is the author of the new book “Raise The Player, Not The Pressure: The Parent & Coach Playbook For Confident, Happy Athletes”.  In this conversation, Brandon shares his blueprint for supporting athletes before, during, & after competition — without adding unnecessary pressure. He also shares actionable tools to help athletes recover from mistakes and learn to overcome failure, fear, & disappointment. This episode is a must-listen for parents & coaches of young athletes — and has the power to help ANYONE maximize the joy & fulfillment we feel from anything we pursue. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week Andrew talks with kids music superstar Laurie Berkner. Laurie’s songs have been streamed over 1.7 billion times and People magazine called her “the queen of kids’ music”. In this conversation, Laurie shares a behind-the-scenes look at her extraordinary journey — from her early days juggling late-night cover band gigs and kids birthday parties to ultimately performing at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, & the White House. Laurie opens up about her creative process, how she built her music career from the ground up, & the raw emotions of connecting generations through music. This episode will inspire you to follow your passions, try new things, & do whatever it takes to break through.** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week Andrew talks with neuroscientist, educator, & bestselling author Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Jared’s upcoming new book The Digital Delusion makes a bold case that digital tools in school consistently undermine learning. Jared has worked with more than 1,000 schools around the world & his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review, & many more. In this conversation, Jared unpacks the data & research — and shares what parents, teachers, & schools can do in response. If you care about the success of the next generation, this one is a must listen. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week Andrew talks with international bestselling author Natalie Sue. In this conversation, Natalie shares a behind-the-scenes look at how she pivoted her career to chase her dream of becoming an author. You’ll hear how Natalie developed her creative process, overcame hundreds of rejections, & ultimately broke through with her debut novel, I Hope This Finds You Well, which became an international bestseller. Natalie also opens up about the range of emotions she’s feeling in the lead-up to the release of her latest novel, You’ll Love It Here, which releases later this month. The ideas Natalie shares apply far beyond writing — and this episode is a great way to kickoff Season 16. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

This week's mini-episode celebrates an incredible act of kindness & community during the recent FIFA Men's World Cup.Programming Note: Andrew’s interview episodes will be back in your podcast feed again every Thursday morning starting on August 6th when Season 16 kicks off! 

This week's mini-episode celebrates a unique display at the new Highmark Stadium. Programming Note: Andrew’s interview episodes will be back in your podcast feed again every Thursday morning starting on August 6th when Season 16 kicks off! 

This week’s mini-episode celebrates an incredible act of kindness by MLB star Paul Skenes. Programming Note: Andrew’s interview episodes will be back in your podcast feed again every Thursday morning starting on August 6th when Season 16 kicks off! 

This week’s mini episode celebrates an incredible moment at last month's New York Knicks NBA Championship parade. Programming Note: Andrew’s interview episodes will be back in your podcast feed again every Thursday morning starting on August 6th when Season 16 kicks off!