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Songcraft: Spotlight on Songwriters

Scott B. Bomar, Paul Duncan

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Songcraft is a bi-weekly podcast that brings you in-depth conversations with and about the creators of lyrics and music that stand the test of time. You probably know their names, and you definitely know their songs. We bring you their stories.
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The Weekly Song Podcast || Songwriting | Music

The Weekly Song Podcast || Songwriting | Music

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Two young musicians have taken it upon themselves to write a new song from scratch every week, then to share their songs with each other and the world. Each episode, Roger Heathers and Declan Kitchener deconstruct the theory and process of writing music, then probably go off topic to talk about how amazing the Beatles are or something. If you'd like to share your song that you wrote in a week with us, or perhaps join us as a guest, then get in touch with us via our e-mail address weeklysongp ...
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Bands on Banding is a candid, behind-the-scenes discussion podcast where Pegasus Theory founder and combobox vocalist Zach Kay sits down with a rotating lineup of musicians to dissect the art and logistics of making music. Each episode features two guests who bring their lived experience and perspectives on everything from writing and recording to releasing, touring, and staying sane. Guests also bring a track of their own for a live listen and discussion, giving you a real window into how a ...
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INTO THE MUSIC

INTO THE MUSIC

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Whether you're a musician or a fan, a writer or an instrumentalist, MUSIC is our common denominator. On INTO THE MUSIC, darn near all we discuss is music. Join us for insightful discussions with interesting guests as we journey INTO THE MUSIC.
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Innovative ideas and insights to inspire change and happiness in your life and the world around you. Hosted by modern-day Renaissance man and your thought partner, Daniel Stih (aerospace engineer, mountain climber, songwriter) we explore bold ideas, unconventional thinking, and stories that challenge the status quo and embrace critical thinking and innovation. Whether it's solving complex problems or embracing the richness of human potential, this show is your show to living a creative, mean ...
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Songwriter's Toolbox

Michael Shorr

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Want to learn the tools professional songwriters use? The Songwriter's Toolbox is a music appreciation class and songwriting training session in one. This podcast is based on my experience as a professor at Berklee College of Music as well as a student (Songwriting, '02). My goal is to help you tap into your full potential as a songwriter. Please subscribe and comment. I'd love to hear what you think. For more info, my home site is ChocolateStrawberryStudios.com
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Each Sound Decisions episode focuses on a songwriter and a song. Combining lyrical analysis and music theory geekiness, we take a close-up look at how artists create the songs we love.
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The WonderLand

Geoff Healey

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These days, we all need to hear something uplifting; and Australian musician/singer/songwriter/recording artist/humourist/amateur barista Geoff Healey’s take on life is exactly that. And he’s got lots of things on his mind that you need to hear before he forgets what they are...
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Join the quest! Learn how composers and songwriters create music in this podcast hosted by Minneapolis composer Charlie McCarron. Whether you’re a music composition grad or simply an occasional noodler on a guitar, each guest has a new perspective for you on the creative process of composing and songwriting, along with some concrete ideas to apply to your own music.
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Neal Fox is an award-winning songwriter, producer, and performer who has been in the music business for over 50 years. His latest album, “Unhinged,” has gotten rave reviews. In his music, Fox uses satire, humor and common sense to tackle subjects such as Critical Race Theory, the Great Reset, and global tyranny. His philosophy isn’t one of separateness and censorship, but one of finding ways to keep freedom alive for all humanity. Fox is an eccentric and entertaining character who picks a ra ...
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Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

Lainey Prendeville Crawford - Vocal Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Songwriting Coach

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*** TOP 5% GLOBAL PODCAST *** Have you ever felt a song stirring inside you — but you’re not sure how to bring it to life? Do you dream of writing and singing your own music, but find yourself held back by doubt, perfectionism, or the fear that you’re “not good enough”? Maybe you’ve spent years studying, performing, or people-pleasing with your voice… or maybe you’ve never let yourself believe you could be a singer or a songwriter. And all the tutorials, drills, and music theory lessons? The ...
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Let's learn songwriting! Learn to write impactful and meaningful songs by writing great melodies, lyrics that move your listeners, and arrangements and chord progressions that evoke the right emotions.Do you want to write emotional and powerful melodies? Learn to write incredible melodies, regardless of your musical background.Do you wish you could write incredible lyrics that move your listeners? Learn how to write great lyrics that are worthy of being framed and hung up on your wall.Want t ...
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Musicality Now

Musical U

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Ever wondered why some people seem to have a gift for music? Have you wished that you could play by ear, sing in tune, improvise and jam? You are in the right place. Musicality Now is a mix of interviews and teaching, featuring some of the most inspiring and insightful musicians and music educators, talking about how to learn the core inner skills you need to feel like a "natural" in music and enjoy freedom, creativity and confidence. Topics include: Playing by ear, Singing in tune, Jamming ...
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Science, music and psychology for the end of the world. Although we, humanity, as a whole surely understands that we are in the sixth mass extinction I am fascinated by how people's perception and response to this existential phenomenon varies. I have had hundreds, no thousands, of conversations around this topic over the last few years online and in person and it turns out the possible root cause may be even harder to grasp than we could have anticipated. This podcast will cover all of the ...
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The best place to get your Country and Alternative music fix. Playlists:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/45DNl1eNwHA4RqYW1DvfHY?si=daabaef14dff4df3https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ja39Xt2EYcD733n9dJkrl?si=896bce49eb5447cb
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The Mark Pires Podcast is based on Mark Pires Daily Live show. Find it live every day on YouTube www.youtube.com/@markpires Support the show! www.patreon.com/markpires Live every single day at 10PM EST on Youtube! Join the Community!! www.linktr.ee/markpires Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/markpires/subscribe
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What kind of mindset does it take to crack the elusive code of the music business? You and I are going to find out! In the Brenton Hund Podcast we will sit down with exceptional individuals and tease out their strategies and stories. These are folks I've met in my decades in the music industry, and they are nothing short of music extremists with strong opinions. I want to know what makes them tick, what fuels their passion, and how they have become who they are. Let's go!
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Today’s episode is the beginning of a new era for this show. I’m sharing the personal story behind my creative return: how I left the classical world, lost my voice for years, and slowly found my way back through songwriting — the practice that became my refuge, my bridge from silence to song, and the doorway back to my true artistry. I’ll talk abo…
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Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab project Schnookums! - https://schnookums.bandcamp.com/album/attaboyListen to De…
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Text us about this show. Kela Sako is a vocalist out of the San Diego scene and she's a name you need to keep an eye on. She's on an upward trajectory and already making herself known by releasing her debut EP, being nominated for the San Diego Music Awards' Vocalist of the Year, recording a double A-sided single with The Tourmaliners, and now garn…
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We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2021 conversation with the late Todd Snider. ABOUT TODD SNIDER Celebrated singer-songwriter Todd Snider has continued the troubadour legacy of mentors like John Prine, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Ramb…
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Energy practitioner and near-death experiencer (NDE) Steve Noack joins host Daniel Stih for a grounded exploration of an idea from ancient philosophy: the Archons. This conversation reframes the Archons as a metaphor for the forces—internal and external—that cloud our judgment, drain our energy, and keep us from remembering who we really are. Why d…
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In June 2025, indie veterans Deerhoof scrubbed their entire catalog from the world’s dominant streaming platform. The catalyst wasn't low royalties, but Spotify co-founder Daniel Ek’s investment in AI military technology through his investment firm Prima Materia. Greg Saunier and Satomi Matsuzaki explain why they are prioritizing their ethics over …
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Purchase the new male//gaze EP, TOO LATE NOW: https://malegazeband.bandcamp.com/album/too-late-now Buy EP1 by Of Wires: https://ofwires.bandcamp.com/album/ep1 Follow male//gaze on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/male.gaze.band/ Follow Of Wires on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/of_wires/By Pegasus Theory
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Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab project Schnookums! - https://schnookums.bandcamp.com/album/attaboyListen to De…
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A solo episode by Daniel Stih Public trust in science is collapsing, and the consequences are bigger than politics and pandemics. In this solo deep-dive, Daniel Stih breaks down how America reached a point where millions of people believe "viruses don't exist," why RFK Jr.'s CDC shake-up is happening, and what caused public confidence to fall apart…
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Text us about this show. Anthony Nix is not a country musician. He's a country artist. He works his craft and shares his heart through the majority of his songs. He works hard to deliver original and honest performances both in the studio and on stage. He's diligent at what he does because he knows it doesn't just mean something to him, but to his …
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Every artist goes through seasons — moments of quiet, growth, bloom, and renewal. In this final episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore how your voice and songwriting practice evolve through creative cycles, and why finding your voice isn’t a one-time event — it’s a lifelong spiral of discovery. You’ll learn how to recognize your curre…
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This year, there were a few records that delivered less-than-optimal returns on either the Hot 100 or the Billboard 200 – and they all came from former Disney pop stars. Demi Lovato’s latest album peaked at number nine on the Billboard 200, where it spent one week and then fell off; Selena Gomez’s record with Benny Blanco peaked at number 2 on the …
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Number one Funkateer Bootsy Collins takes us to Funk University! From his days in James Brown's group, to his work with Parliament/Funkadelic and Booty's Rubber Band, to his recent single that raises awareness about domestic violence, "the world's only rhinestone rock-star doll" tears the roof off the sucker and breaks it all down for us. Songcraft…
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Dive deep into the meaning of decentralization, the evolution of blockchain, Web3, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping our digital world. Tech veteran Roberto Capodieci, a pioneer with over 40 years of experience in technology and innovation, shares insights from decades in the industry, separating hype from reality and exploring how emerg…
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A hard look at the American health care system and HealthCare.gov. When "updating your information" becomes a yearly ritual to keep coverage, question whether the U.S. system serves its people or the marketplace. We break down the inequality built into financial help, marketplace plans, and coverage gaps, to see how income, location, and bureaucrac…
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Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab project Schnookums! - https://schnookums.bandcamp.com/album/attaboyListen to De…
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Why do some people believe viruses aren't real? In this solo episode, Daniel Stih explores the roots of one of today's most misunderstood ideas — the belief that viruses "don't exist." It's not Misinformation, rather a mix of scientific confusion, loss of trust, and the human search for simple answers in a complicated world. What viruses actually a…
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Text us about this show. Even though Kathy Mancl has been in music for decades, she, in a number of ways, is just getting started. In 2024 she released her debut album, Red Hot Lover, from which two of the tracks won WAMI Awards and in recent years joined two of Wisconsin's biggest bands, Vic Ferrari and STEEM. From starting out in a working countr…
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We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2021 conversation with Richard Marx. ABOUT RICHARD MARX: Grammy-winning performer Richard Marx has sold more than 30 million albums as an artist, but if you only know him from late 1980s ballads …
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Do you have a song in your heart you’re afraid to share? In this episode — Episode 5 of the Vocal Breakthrough series — we dive into the courage it takes to share your voice. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter returning to music after a long pause, or just discovering your creative voice, this episode is for you. I’ll guide you through 3 gentle sta…
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Spanish pop star Rosalía is back with her new album, Lux. Over eighteen tracks, she trades in the dembow beats that filled her last record Motomami for maximalist orchestral sounds more in line with Björk than Bad Bunny. The album is dense: there's four movements, thirteen languages, arrangements by Caroline Shaw, and a wide breadth of influences –…
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Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab project Schnookums! - https://schnookums.bandcamp.com/album/attaboyListen to De…
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What if America could solve its immigration crisis without raids, fear, or endless political deadlock? In this episode, Daniel Stih sits down with Andy Semotiuk, a rare immigration attorney licensed in both the United States and Canada, to unpack real solutions for today's complex immigration challenges. How to fairly legalize undocumented immigran…
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Text us about this show. To say Miles Nielsen has seen and experienced a lot over his three decade career in music would be an understatement. Let's cut to the chase... when your dad is Rick Nielsen, guitarist for Cheap Trick, you get inspired to follow in his footsteps but you do it your way. Miles has done just that. Over his three decade career …
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Artificial intelligence is making us smarter, and dumber, at the same time. In this solo episode, Daniel Stih explores why people who use AI may become less likely to believe misinformation, and lose their ability to spot misinformation and think for themselves. AI's short-term fix vs. long-term erosion of critical thinking. How "thinking assistant…
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What if the song you’ve been longing to write is already inside you — just waiting for you to listen? In this episode, we explore how to uncover your song seed — that first spark of melody, phrase, or emotion that begins your creative process. Whether you’ve never written a song before or you’ve been feeling blocked for years, this is your invitati…
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They say the best revenge is living well, but if you’re a pop star going through a break up, that’s false. The best revenge is releasing a searing scorched-earth revenge banger that calls out your ex and, ideally, rides that vengeance to the top of the Billboard charts. That’s exactly what Tate McRae and Lily Allen have done in the wake of their hi…
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From "King Tut" to the top of the bluegrass charts! Grammy and IBMA award-winning banjoists and songwriters Steve Martin and Alison Brown join us to chat about their respective careers and their first full-length collaborative album, Safe, Sensible and Sane. PART ONE Paul and Scott chat about how impressed they are with all the various hats Alison …
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The 1969 Apollo moon landing is one of the most celebrated achievements in human history. Why do so many people still believe the moon landing was faked? In this episode, I explore both sides of the debate—not to mock or take side- to understand. • Why some footage looks suspicious • The political context of the Cold War and the space race • Why di…
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Text us about this show. A year ago I had Dr. Hannah Formella Zdroik of Melody Audiology LLC on the show to discuss hearing protection and preservation for musicians, music professionals, and fans alike. She returns on this episode to discuss the latest technology and strategies for helping those with hearing issues. She also gives us a glimpse int…
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We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2020 conversation with Stax legend David Porter. ABOUT DAVID PORTER Named one of Rolling Stone magazine’s “100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time,” Porter is best known for his songwriting partners…
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Charlie Puth breaks down his new single "Changes," a maximalist eighties production hiding a melancholy story about drifting friendships. As he prepares for fatherhood, the singer-songwriter reflects on how relationships evolve from deep conversations to small talk, why he listens to lyrics last, and his belief that music should offer a three-minut…
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What does consistency look like when your creative life doesn’t fit into neat little boxes? If you’ve been longing to sing again, write again, or simply reconnect with your voice — but struggle to find the time, the structure, or the energy — this episode is for you. In Part 3 of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we’re exploring what it means to find …
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The New World Order (NWO) is a shift in global power structure and governance. In this solo episode I explain what the NWO is, why people fear the "New World Order." Many believe it's about control and a covert plan by powerful elites to centralize global power, weaken national sovereignty, control economies and resources, and use crises such as wa…
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Season 21 continues with two new songs from Declan and Roger!Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab project Schnookums…
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If you listened to my recent conversation with journalist Nikola Mikovic, you know we took a deep dive into Russia's foreign policy — what's really driving the war in Ukraine, and what might bring it to an end. That conversation got me thinking what a solution could look like: First — Russia - Withdraw from Ukraine and pivot from a war economy back…
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Why is the war in Ukraine still going, and what does Russia really want? I sit down with Nikola Mikovic, a freelance journalist based in Serbia who specializes in the foreign policies of Russia and Ukraine. From Moscow's motives and Europe's energy crisis to the quiet influence of China, this conversation reveals what mainstream headlines miss. Wha…
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Text us about this show. There are singer-songwriters and then there is Mathew Haeffel. It is truly hard to pin the singer-songwriter label on him because his original compositions go well beyond what you'd expect from an artist in that genre. Mathew is a songsmith who creates music in a way that a visual artist might create a striking painting. He…
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Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Shawn Camp pulls back the curtain on his varied career, including his latest album of songs that were composed with the legendary Guy Clark. PART ONE Scott and Paul talk about how technology is changing the songwriting game, and other old man complaints. PART TWO Our in-depth conversation with Shawn Camp ABOUT SHAWN…
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When you overthink your singing, you disconnect from how it feels to make sound. In this episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore what happens when you stop analyzing every note — and start trusting your body as your instrument. We’ll talk about how overthinking can hold you back before you even open your mouth, why trying harder often …
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Was 9/11 an inside job? The moon landing faked? Does the government use mind control programs like MKUltra? In this episode, I'm joined by John Abrons to talk about famous and controversial conspiracy theories. Instead of debating them, we dig deeper into the psychology behind them: Why so many distrust official stories Why some "theories" are clos…
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Send us a text It took me 30 years in ministry for God to show me I wasn't a true disciple of Christ. Today's episode takes a look at Luke 5:1-11 at Jesus calling the first Disciples. Having we giving God our ALL. He only needs what we have to offer Him, but He needs all of it. For more information on CNS and our upcoming events, or to order study …
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On October 14th, the visionary musician D’Angelo passed away at 51 years old. Only releasing three albums during his lifetime, he synthesized influences from gospel, jazz, rock, and hip-hop to create a singular and transcendent sound artists still try – and fail – to emulate today. On this special episode of Switched On Pop, Charlie and Nate are jo…
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We're told wars "broke out" a few years ago. What if that's a lie? In this episode, I dig into a pattern I keep seeing in global conflicts like the Israel-Palestine war, the Gaza Strip crisis, and the Russia–Ukraine war. The official story says these wars started recently The truth is many of them have been going on for decades. Why does the media …
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Helen Thomas was one of the most respected White House journalists in history—until she asked the "wrong" questions about U.S. policy in the Middle East. In this solo episode, I look at what she tried to expose, why she was silenced, and how it ties into 9/11, Israel, and today's conflicts in Gaza and beyond. This about patterns, media control, pol…
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The Weekly Song Podcast returns for season 21.7 brand new weeks of songwriting!Join Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our collab …
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Text us about this show. Patrick Zyduck, also known as Elysian Stew, is a finger style guitarist who writes in the moment. The bulk of his originals are instrumentals that paint soundscapes that draw in and envelop the listener with rich acoustic textures and moods. His inspirations for writing range from a rain storm to owls to backpacking on Moun…
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We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2019 conversation with Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls. ABOUT EMILY SALIERS Singer-songwriter Emily Saliers is best known as one half of Indigo Girls, which NPR called “one of the finest folk duos …
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John C. Reilly joins to discuss Mr. Romantic, his theatrical tribute to the Great American Songbook that treats Irving Berlin and Tom Waits as equals in the canon of timeless American song. Reilly recorded live in one room with his band using vintage ribbon microphones, embracing the squeaks and imperfections while layering in cinematic sound effec…
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