Full STEAM Ahead is a new podcast series dedicated to uplifting and celebrating musicians, artists, and the venues that bring their work to life. Hosted by former radio personality and long-time friend Michelle Semerano joined by STEAM Fund co-founders Gary and Judy Siegel, the series aims to highlight powerful personal stories, promote upcoming performances, and shine a light on the creative heartbeat of our community.
Jeremy Shinder: From Broadway Lights to Film Festivals
Broadway, filmmaking, acting, storytelling, and creative entrepreneurship take center stage in this exciting episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel welcome filmmaker, actor, entrepreneur, and storyteller Jeremy Shinder for a conversation about creativity, perseverance, and following artistic passion from childhood to adulthood. A professional actor since the age of four, Jeremy has appeared on Broadway in A Christmas Story: The Musical, toured internationally with The Addams...
20 Jul 2026
Daniel Stroup & the Shandelee Music Festival: Building a Musical Legacy
Classical music, music education, young artists, and the Shandelee Music Festival take center stage in this inspiring episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel welcome internationally acclaimed pianist, conductor, educator, and arts visionary Daniel Stroup for a conversation about building one of the nation's premier summer classical music festivals and creating opportunities for the next generation of musicians. Now celebrating its 33rd season, the Shandelee Music Festival has becom...
1 Jun 2026
Mark Garro: Art, Imagination, Music & the Inner Universe
Visionary art, illustration, jazz improvisation, spirituality, and creative imagination take center stage in this fascinating episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel welcome acclaimed artist, illustrator, musician, and painter Mark Garro for a conversation exploring creativity, philosophy, music, and the inner universe. Mark’s remarkable career spans more than four decades. After earning a full scholarship to Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts, he created o...
18 May 2026
Bringing Scrap Metal to Life Through Art and Innovation
Metal sculpture, stop-motion animation, and creative ingenuity take center stage in this episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel talk with Zac Shavrick—aka Zacmax—a New York-based artist who transforms scrap steel into animated sculptures full of personality. Based in New York’s Sullivan Catskills, Zac has been welding since age five, blending traditional metalwork with stop-motion techniques. He shares the story behind “Billy the Grim Reaper,” from raw scrap to its final po...
18 May 2026
Todd & Adrian Perlmutter: Creativity, Community & the Revival of Parksville
Catskills arts, community revitalization, live entertainment, and immersive events take center stage in this exciting episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel sit down with Todd and Adrian Perlmutter to explore how creativity and the arts are helping transform Parksville, New York. After connecting through their work on the Blue Man Group “Megastar” tour, Todd and Adrian moved full-time to the Catskills and launched the Parksville Arts Center in 2024. Their nonprofit organization br...
27 Apr 2026
Building Community Through Contemporary Art
Contemporary art, community engagement, and Catskill Art Space take center stage in this episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Gary and Judy Siegel sit down with Sally Wright to explore how art strengthens and connects communities. Located in Livingston Manor, NY, CAS is a vibrant cultural hub—featuring exhibitions, artist residencies, performances, and educational programs for all ages. Sally shares her journey from the Dia Art Foundation to leading one of the Catskills’ most dynamic creative spaces...
20 Apr 2026
STEAM Fund Spotlight: Expanding Arts, Education & Community Impact
Music education, arts programs, and community impact are at the heart of this Season 2 premiere of Full STEAM Ahead. Guest host Paul Ciliberto interviews Gary Siegel and Judy Siegel to introduce viewers and listeners to the mission of the STEAM Fund, review highlights from Season 1, and preview the exciting programs coming this season. Gary and Judy share insights into STEAM Fund programs—including Arts in Education, songwriting initiatives, visiting artist outreach, youth programs, Social Em...
18 Jan 2026
The Price of Happiness: Miranda Hardy on Legacy, Friendship, & Finding Your Voice
Perfect for listeners interested in songwriting, musicians, creative community, folk music, and artistic legacy, this deeply personal episode of Full STEAM Ahead features singer-songwriter, producer, and community builder Miranda Hardy. For co-hosts Gary and Judy Siegel, this conversation comes full circle—Miranda grew up just down the street in Liberty, New York, spent many of her formative years in their home, and is one of their daughter Georgia’s closest friends. The daughter of legendar...
22 Dec 2025
Slam Allen – Music More Than Sound: It’s Soul, Spirit, and Connection
In this blues- and soul-driven episode of Full STEAM Ahead, Gary and Judy Siegel sit down with internationally acclaimed blues artist Slam Allen to explore how music becomes soul, spirit, and connection. From his roots in the family legacy of The Allen Brothers to leading the band for the legendary James Cotton, Slam shares a life shaped by rhythm, resilience, and purpose. Blending the fire of James Brown, the soul of Otis Redding, and the guitar mastery of B.B. King, Slam reveals how he del...
15 Dec 2025
The Levins: Music, Community, and Harmony Across Generations
Perfect for fans of folk musicians, music philanthropy, songwriting, and community music programs, this episode of Full STEAM Ahead welcomes husband-and-wife duo The Levins. Ira and Julia share their journey from open-mic nights in California to performing around the world, blending music, faith, and social consciousness into their harmony-driven sound. Co-hosts Gary and Judy Siegel explore how The Levins use music to uplift, heal, and connect communities, the creative process behind their ne...
8 Dec 2025
Keeping the Spirit Alive: Barbara O’Brien on Levon Helm, The Midnight Rambles, and Musical Legacy
Perfect for fans of musicians, live music, music legacy, Woodstock NY, and music philanthropy, this episode of Full STEAM Ahead features a heartfelt conversation with Barbara O’Brien, Levon Helm’s longtime manager and the driving force behind the legendary Midnight Rambles at his home in Woodstock. Co-hosts Gary and Judy Siegel explore Barbara’s incredible journey — from the early days of the Rambles to her stewardship of Levon Helm Studios — and how she helped keep Levon’s music, spirit, and...
1 Dec 2025
Dreaming in Slambovian: Joziah Longo on Songwriting, Storytelling, and the Magic of Music
Perfect for listeners who love songwriting, musicians, creative music, folk rock, and storytelling, this episode of Full STEAM Ahead features a heartfelt conversation between co-hosts Gary and Judy Siegel and Joziah Longo, visionary frontman of the Slambovian Circus of Dreams. From his early days performing Dylan covers in Philadelphia to playing at iconic venues like CBGB’s and Carnegie Hall, Joziah shares stories of creativity, resilience, and imagination. He reflects on the making of The ...
24 Nov 2025
A Life in Rhythm: Thurman Barker on Innovation, Legacy, and Creative Music
Dive into jazz, creative music, musicians, music education, and music philanthropy with legendary drummer, composer, and educator Thurman Barker in this episode of Full STEAM Ahead. Thurman shares his extraordinary journey from Chicago’s R&B, blues, and jazz scene to performing with icons like Marvin Gaye and Cecil Taylor, reflecting on rhythm, improvisation, and resilience along the way. As a founding member of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM), Thurman dis...
18 Nov 2025
The Story of the STEAM Fund – Past, Present & Future
In this premiere episode of *Full STEAM Ahead*, host Michelle Semerano sits down with Gary and Judy Siegel, co-founders of the STEAM Fund, to share the inspiring story of music philanthropy and the Fund’s mission to support artists and creative communities. From their families’ deep roots in music and community service to the pivotal moments that led to the creation of the STEAM Fund, this episode explores how strategic arts funding can empower musicians, artists, and venues while sustaining ...
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