The Chicago Theater-Makers Podcast
The Chicago Theater-Makers Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Chicago Theater-Makers Podcast; The show where we go behind the curtain with the actors, playwrights, directors, choreographer, designers, creatives and producers shaping Chicago’s one-of-a-kind theater scene.
Every episode we sit down with the folks who make this city’s stages come alive. Whether you’re a theater pro, a curious audience member, or just love a good backstage story...this podcast is for you!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast primarily focuses on the Chicago theater scene, covering a wide range of topics such as the creative processes of theater-making, challenges in the industry, and the impact of community engagement. For example, episodes may delve into the journey of a playwright whose works have achieved global recognition or the collaborative efforts of a husband and wife directing duo, showcasing the personal stories and insights behind the performances.

Welcome to The Chicago Theater-Makers Podcast; The show where we go behind the curtain with the actors, playwrights, directors, choreographer, designers, creatives and producers shaping Chicago’s one-of-a-kind theater scene.
Every episode we sit down with the folks who make this city’s stages come alive. Whether you’re a theater pro, a curious audience member, or just love a good backstage story…This podcast is for you!
As we continue our series on National Wellness Month, this week’s episode focuses on financial wellness. And with that, today’s guest is one of Chicago’s top certified financial planners.
He began his early career path as a professional poker player. You could say it was there where he learned patience, steady handedness, and when to make the right moves.
Leveraging his success, and earnings, he launched Zen Wealth Management in 2009 with that unique perspective on risk, strategy, and decision-making under pressure.
Today, following the acquisition of 8 accounting firms, his team oversees nearly $250 million dollars in client wealth and delivers tailored financial strategies to more than 1,400 clients of all income levels.
And as a thank you for listening to today’s episode, he is offering a free entity consultation. Should it be determined that it would benefit you to form an entity (such as an LLC) he is offering a 25% discount on his services to help you form that new entity.
You can contact him at [email protected].
I hope you enjoy my conversation with Eddie Patel.
Now let’s go to the top of the show!

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