Show Notes

Recorded 01/22/2026 14 MIN 55 SEC

Released 01/28/2026

Episode 5 Whitney James Jazz Singer

This is Shaping Our Story where I talk with exemplary leaders about their success to inspire others to thrive.

Today, our guest, Whitney James, is a jazz vocalist celebrated for soulful storytelling, polished musicianship, and deeply expressive performances that connect instantly with audiences. She’s also a full professor teaching commercial music at Dallas College in Texas, and she’s a DJ, jewelry designer, a shoe lover, and proud dog mom

Information

Louise Krikorian’s outline of questions comes from her years of researching the psychology of learning, motivating students, and researching Dr. Angela Duckworth’s work on Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance (Scribner, 2016). For more information on Dr. Angela Duckworth, you can visit https://angeladuckworth.com/.

Connect with our guest online

Website

http://www.whitneyjames.com/

FB

https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyJamesSings/

IG

Whitney James (@whitneyjamesjazz)

https://www.instagram.com/whitneyjamesjazz/?hl=en

Follow

FB Louise Alice

FB LA Krikorian Productions, LLC

FB Shaping Our Story

LinkedIn Louise A Krikorian

YouTube Channel Louise Krikorian

Creator: Louise Krikorian

Years Active: 2025

Episodes: 5

Rating: Clean

Hosted with Buzzsprout www.buzzsprout.com