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Sept. 27, 2021

Todd Coolman, Jazz Bassist, and Podcaster

Dr. Todd Coolman joins the show to talk about his humble, hardworking beginnings in the Midwest, to his first jazz concert, his beloved LP collection, and dispenses some wise words and interesting insights. This is a don't mi...

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Sept. 20, 2021

Katherine Center, Author

NYT bestselling author, and one of my personal favorite living authors joins the show to talk about choosing joy, writing tips, her journey to become an author, a fave scene from her newest book, and much more. This uplifting...

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Sept. 13, 2021

Jennifer Kloetzel, Cellist PART 2

Cellist and Professor, Jennifer Kloetzel's first appearance on the podcast has garnered her a top episode spot! The inspiring and insightful interview led to a second (this one) and she joins me to continue the conversation. ...

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Aug. 30, 2021

Ami Kunimura, Board Certified-Music Therapist

Ami Kunimura, MA, MT-BC is the founder of The Self-Care Institute and a writer, speaker, and board-certified music therapist. Ami provides therapeutic support for professionals around the world who are experiencing burnout. A...

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Aug. 23, 2021

Johannes Moser, Cellist

Renowned Cellist Johannes Moser joins the show to discuss how he decided on cello, his thoughts on living a creative life, the amazing things about being a concert cellist, as well as the hard work that goes into this field. …

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Aug. 16, 2021

Karette Stensæth, Music Therapist

Norwegian Music Therapist, Karette Stensæth joined me recently to talk about how she got into the field, current projects, what she hopes for the future of music therapy, as well as diving into philosophy, and the importance ...

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Aug. 10, 2021

Melissa Bright, Podcaster

Fellow podcaster Melissa Bright of THE BRIGHT SIDE OF LIFE PODCAST joins to talk about podcasting, fave music, the power of holding space, and gets real about her journey and where she wants to go. Host and creator of bright …

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Aug. 2, 2021

Laura Weymouth, Author

Laura Weymouth, author of young adult fantasy novel THE LIGHT BETWEEN WORLDS and the forthcoming RUSH OF WINGS joins me on the show to talk about creative process, authors who inspired her, breaking stereotypes, and more. Web...

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July 26, 2021

Chris Spear, Chef, and Podcaster

Chef Chris Spear is on the show to talk about his amazing business, Perfect Little Bites, and his podcast, Chefs Without Restaurants. Chris Spear is the chef and owner of Perfect Little Bites, an in-home personal chef busines...

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July 12, 2021

Michael "Flip" Yingling, Creative Artist and Senior Product Lead at L…

Creative artist, Michael "Flip" Yingling joins me on the show to talk about how he got into the field, life at LEGO, gets serious about living a creative life, and does a deep dive into Danish food and desserts. Don't …

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June 26, 2021

Alex Mendham, Musician & Bandleader

Musician and Bandleader, Alex Mendham of the illustrious Alex Mendham and His Orchestra graces the show to talk about the struggles of getting a niche group together, the successes, his musical inspirations, and what's next f...

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June 21, 2021

John Cotter, Author & Playwright

Author John Cotter is the latest guest on the podcast, which marks the 25th episode. John gives one of the most moving interviews to date as he goes deep sharing stories of personal health struggles with Meniere's Disease whi...

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June 14, 2021

Jacqueline Myer, Chef and Restaurateur

Chef Jacqueline Myer of Broth and Brine , a new restaurant in the Houston area joins me today to discuss her path to the culinary arts, her hot take on food as medicine, and much more. Jacqueline Myers is chef-owner …

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June 7, 2021

A.S. Hatch, Author

A.S. Hatch , brilliant author of the stunning thriller, THIS LITTLE DARK PLACE, joins the podcast to discuss his favorite writers, books that changed his life, his creative process, and shares the story of how he got publishe...

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May 23, 2021

Filip Pogády, Violinist

Versatile violinist, Filip Pogády joins me on the show today. He talks about how he got his start, what inspires him, a mutual adoration of Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart, his thoughts on shoulder rests, and more. To learn more ...

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May 17, 2021

Melanie Trout Anderson, Artist and Educator

Artist and educator, Melanie Trout Anderson joins to show to talk about teaching during the pandemic, what inspires her, how she got her start, her ADORABLE dog art, and more. Anderson earned her BFA in Graphic Design from th...

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May 10, 2021

Thomas Echols, Guitarist and Composer

The brilliant Thomas Echols joins the show today to talk about musical barriers in his life, various philosophies, current trends in electronic music (hint it's quite a surprise), his diverse career, and more. To find out mor...

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April 27, 2021

Dr. Claire Ghetti, Music Therapist

Music Therapist and researcher, Dr. Claire Ghetti joins me on the show today. She shares a moving story of how she came into the field, her current research, life in Norway, and more. Dr. Claire Ghetti is Associate Professor,...

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April 21, 2021

Jessica Conick, Fashion Designer.

Jessica Conick is a vibrant, eco-friendly fashion designer and founder of MOUNT INDIGO. Mount Indigo was founded by Jessica Conick. She speaks about what inspired her to start her company, what we can do to make a difference...

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April 19, 2021

Janet O'Neal, Multimedia Artist

Award winning, multimedia artist Janet O'Neal joins the podcast today! Janet shares heartwarming, and interesting stories from her career of over 30 years (and still going strong!), as well as current projects, including coll...

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April 12, 2021

Keith Gaboury, Poet

Former classmate, and talented poet, Keith Mark Gaboury joins me on the show today. He talks about his creative process, current projects, inspirations for poems and more. Keith Mark Gaboury earned a B.A. in English: Concentr...

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March 29, 2021

Jennifer Kloetzel, Cellist

I'm joined by cellist, and professor, Jennifer Kloetzel. Jennifer share delightful stories, and wonderful insights from her perspective as a long-time performer and educator. A graduate of The Juilliard School and a Fulbright...

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March 23, 2021

Amy Elizabeth Clarke, Singer/Songwriter

Singer, songwriter, Amy Elizabeth Clarke joins the show and talks bluntly about being a freelance musician during the pandemic, her current projects, her take on Taylor Swift, and more. To learn more about Amy click here for ...

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March 15, 2021

Dr. Brian Abrams, Board Certified-Music Therapist

My former professor, Dr. Brian Abrams joins us on the show today and it's such a treat to pick the brain of someone so revered in the field of music therapy. He speaks about his beginnings in the field, compassion …

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