We’re back with a Quick Sip from the 2025 WGI Circuit Symposium! Ricardo Robinson-Shinall chats with WGI’s Director of Operations, Bart Woodley, about circuit safety, leadership, and how WGI is uniting the marching arts in 2025 and beyond.

🧠 Episode Summary

We’re on the ground at the WGI Circuit Symposium, and Ricardo is bringing you a no-chairs-needed Quick Sip with the one and only Bart Woodley. In this short-form bonus episode, they dive into key takeaways from the symposium: from safety protocols and post-COVID updates to the launch of WGI’s Participant Protection Program.

Whether you’re a circuit director, instructor, or just a curious band kid — this episode gives a rare behind-the-scenes peek at how WGI is supporting over 150,000 performers across the country. It’s fast, focused, and full of insights.

💡 Want more from the Circuit Symposium? Our extended bonus conversation with circuit leaders drops soon! Until then, catch all our bonus content here: ▶️ OAWB Bonus Episodes Playlist

👥 Featured Guests

• Bart Woodley — Director of Operations, WGI Sport of the ArtsInstagram: @bartwoodley

• Ricardo Robinson-Shinall — Host, On A Water Break PodcastInstagram: @ricardorrobinson

🔗 Quick Links

• WGI Website: https://www.wgi.org

• Learn more about WGI’s Participant Protection Program (search “Participant Protection” at wgi.org)

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