In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, Christy Harst sits down with Allison Kwan, the Manager of Engagement and Belonging for the Cleveland Guardians—a title many organizations have cut, but Cleveland chose to keep.

Allison shares what it's like to be the only woman in the room (and how she starts by getting the same haircut as the men), why she attended Guardians events for two years after being told "no" the first time she applied, and the power of seeing yourself in the stands. From the five "jewel events" that celebrate AAPI, Black, Latino, Pride, and disability communities, to the hot dog races where onion and spicy mustard and bacon are finally giving ketchup a run for his money—this conversation is about who gets seen, who gets heard, and who gets to belong.

Because whether it's a baseball stadium or a voiceover booth, the question is the same: who's missing from this room?

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In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, Christy Harst sits down with Adam Petrus of Zebra Technologies—the company behind the data that is reshaping how we experience professional sports. From the NFL’s Next Gen Stats to real-time player tracking, Zebra’s technology helps translate movement, speed, and performance into meaningful insights for fans, coaches, and fantasy football players alike.

But Adam’s story goes far beyond sports. He began his career in 2001 after being recruited into the CIA, where he spent five years supporting global operations—including two and a half years in Iraq—before eventually transitioning into the NFL world as both a front office professional and certified player agent. Today, he brings that same depth of experience to sports innovation and data storytelling.

This conversation explores a powerful idea at the center of both Adam’s work and Building Doors: data doesn’t just measure performance—it tells stories. Stories that create visibility, shift perception, and open doors. Because whether it’s athletes on the field or women in voice and media, the right data can change who gets seen and heard.

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Danielle Minetti joins the Building Doors podcast to share what it’s really like navigating the construction industry as often the only woman in the room. She opens up about the challenges of rising through the corporate ranks, the resilience it takes to stay in the game, and the perspective she brings as both a decision-maker and voice seeker. Danielle also offers candid, practical insight into what voice actors can do differently in their outreach to stand out and build meaningful connections.

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Joanna Katcher, audio engineer and owner of Nice Manners TV, joins Christy Harst for a candid conversation about what really happens behind the board.

As one of the few women in audio engineering, Joanna shares what she sees when it comes to casting female voices, how voice actors can effectively reach out, and her approach to crafting standout demos. Insightful, honest, and refreshingly real—this is a must-listen for any voice actor navigating the industry.

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What does it really take to build a sustainable, fulfilling career as a creative?

In this episode, Christy sits down with Tanya D. Jones, founder of Mama Bear Media Group, certified professional coach, and creator of Your Life Coached, to talk about the mindset shifts creatives need to move beyond the starving artist narrative.

With over 20 years producing for major networks like Food Network, Magnolia Network, and A&E, Tanya shares how her career in storytelling evolved into helping others rewrite their own. The conversation explores self-worth, pitching with confidence, and what it looks like to balance creativity with sustainability.

They also discuss Tanya’s new live coaching series, Back to One, an intimate space for women in media navigating career shifts, uncertainty, and reinvention.

If you are ready to think bigger about your creative career and own your value, this conversation is for you.

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Marney Gellner has spent over 20 years shaping the sound of Minnesota sports. From sideline reporting to hosting and play-by-play, she’s built a career defined by versatility, credibility, and a love of the game.

In 2018, Marney made history as the first woman to call play-by-play for the Timberwolves, and in 2024, she did it again for the Twins, breaking barriers while staying focused on the craft. She also shares her voice on KFAN’s Power Trip Morning Show and balances her career with family life as a proud mom of two.

In this episode, we dive into Marney’s journey in a male-dominated industry, what it takes to earn trust in the booth, and her advice for anyone looking to build a career in sports broadcasting,without making gender the story.

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On this episode of Building Doors, we talk with Peter Marciano, actor, director, teacher, and voice expert, about a fascinating experiment he ran with his acting students. In a bold classroom exercise, the men were not allowed to speak, giving the women the space to carry the entire class. Peter shares what he learned about voice, power, and presence, and how this exercise revealed surprising truths about gender, communication, and performance.

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On this episode of the BD Podcast, Darren “Robbo” Robertson brings his 35+ years of audio engineering experience to the mic, sharing how he’s helped shape the sound of some of Australia’s biggest brands. He opens up about what he’s witnessed in terms of women voicing for male-dominated industries and why true gender equity in VO still has a long road ahead. Robbo also brings his signature warmth and humor, including a fun detour into the wild world of Australia’s famously massive insects. It’s an honest, fascinating conversation with one of the industry’s most supportive allies.

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