Giggs Podcast
The Giggs Podcast, hosted by Nikki Sanz, Founder & CEO of Giggs, the professional career platform for the live event industry, dives into the world of touring and live events to share the good, the bad, the ugly, and the unbelievable moments of gigging life, along with invaluable lessons learned on the road.
We’re here to fill the gap in content about what it truly takes to work on the road. Our episodes explore every discipline within the live event industry, showcasing big wins, hard-learned lessons, and everything in between. We honor the pioneers of this industry, offering invaluable insights from the older generations who shaped modern touring.
Whether you’re an aspiring tour manager, a seasoned backline tech, or just passionate about the live event scene, this podcast is for you. Join us as we take you behind the scenes to explore the highs and lows of gigging life.
Giggs Podcast
#43 Pete Griffin | When Music Heals: Inside Musicians On Call
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Learn more about Musicians On Call: https://www.musiciansoncall.org/
Pete Griffin is the President & CEO of Musicians On Call, the nonprofit that brings live music to hospital patients, caregivers, and veterans across all 50 states. Under his leadership, MOC has grown from a local charity to an internationally recognized organization that’s delivered the healing power of music to over one million people.
Before MOC, Pete led national campaigns at MTV, winning an Emmy for community service, and held executive roles at Big Brothers Big Sisters and IAVA. His work has taken him to the White House, the UN, and Oxford, and he’s been named one of America’s top nonprofit leaders by the Anthem Awards and Nonprofit Times. He is also recognized by the city of Nashville with a Silver Star for saving lives during a flood.
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