I've had the extreme joy of knowing bass-baritone Brandon Mayberry for several years now, thanks to the ensemble at the Metropolitan Opera, where I get to perform in some of their larger operas, and where he sings full time. He's what I would consider the poster child for this show. Someone who brightens every room, co-owns the highly successful Swirlz Cupcakes in Chicago, has traveled the world, and tangibly contributes to the lives of those around him.

In this episode, he talks about his leap of faith into opera, managing stress in a busy life, how compassion and charity permeates so much of what he does, his trip around the world, and the serendipity surrounding his kidney donation to his husband's mother, Riki. He has so much gratitude and goodness to share, and I hope you enjoy our Episode 06 as much as I enjoyed speaking with Brandon.

What does it take to sing in the full time chorus at the Metropolitan Opera, own a thriving cupcake business, and tangibly contribute to the lives of those around you? Join bass-baritone and Swirlz Cupcakes co-owner Brandon Mayberry and host Abigail Wright as they talk about his trip around the world, his experience as a living organ donor, gratitude, compassion, charity, and how to de-stress in a busy life.