Best Wes Shirley Podcasts (2025)

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Super Soul Special: Shawn Achor, Part 2: How to Find Happiness in Today’s World 26:22

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Original Air Date: December 20, 2017 The conversation with Harvard-trained researcher and New York Times bestselling author Shawn Achor continues. Shawn offers advice on how to turn down the noise of the electronic, hyper-connected world we live in, which he says is blocking us from true happiness. Shawn also shares how we can increase the levels o…

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Gene Ammons 56:27

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Gene "Jug" Ammons was one of the tenor giants of his era. He had a big, deep tone that was perfect for everything from warm ballads to groove-intensive blues or sweet swing. He could blow with the best, too. Ammons' record label, Prestige, allowed him to record prolifically in the '50s and early '60s because he was so popular. As part of the Peabod…

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Super Soul Special: Shawn Achor, Part 1: The Secrets of Happy People 27:59

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Original Air Date: December 18, 2017 Do you want to be happier? Harvard-trained researcher and bestselling author Shawn Achor shares his simple, achievable steps to diminish depression, increase joy, and shift our perspective to be more positive. Shawn brings to life his research on the science of happiness and the techniques of what he calls posit…

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Super Soul Special: Sebastian Junger: The Quest for a Tribe 39:11

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Original Air Date: December 13, 2017 Sebastian Junger, the New York Times bestselling author of “The Perfect Storm” and “War,” discusses his newest book “Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging.” Sebastian challenges us to rethink some of our culture’s most fundamental ideas about purpose and prosperity. He says, “It’s about what we can learn from triba…

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Mark Whitaker on ‘The Afterlife of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon’s Enduring Impact on America’ 1:11:05

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Larry is joined by writer and media executive Mark Whitaker to discuss his newest book ‘The Afterlife of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon’s Enduring Impact on America’. They begin their conversation by talking about what inspired Mark to write the book and detailing Malcolm X’s Shakespearean life journey from harrowing childhood to celebrated civi…

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Mose Allison 58:02

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Mose Allison is an American music icon – but his sound is hard to categorize. Cleverly blending boogie-woogie, bebop, blues and jazz piano, he created innovative and fresh songs shot with brilliant lyrics and his unique half-spoken, half-sung vocal style. His songs have been recorded by the Who (“Young Man Blues”), Leon Russell (“I’m Smashed”), and…

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Jimmy Smith 57:03

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Once described as an “excitement merchant” for his soul-stirring sound, Jimmy Smith brought the Hammond B-3 organ to the forefront of the jazz community. The virtuosic keyboard man was the first to use the unwieldy instrument extensively in jazz, leading bassless trios, fronting powerful big bands and pioneering a path for every organist who follow…

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Super Soul Special: Pema Chödrön: Dealing with Difficult Times 34:51

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Original Air Date: December 11, 2017 Born in New York City, Pema Chödrön is one of the first Western women to be fully ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun. Pema explains how difficult times can be an opportunity for growth and change if you're willing to embrace the situation and the feelings that come with it. One of the basic Buddhist tenets, Pema…

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Milt Hinton 57:44

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Milt Hinton was one of the world’s legendary bass players. In a career that spanned eight decades, he played with just about everyone—from Cab Calloway to Duke Ellington to John Coltrane. He’s often credited with bridging the gap from the swing era to modern jazz. Those who played with Milt affectionately referred to him as “the Judge,” because he …

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Kenny Burrell 58:44

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Guitarist Kenny Burrell has been called a “cool, controlled romantic” whose textured playing is “subtle yet sensual, meditative, exultant, wry and intimate.” He’s one of the most lyrical guitarists on the jazz scene — in fact, he was Duke Ellington’s favorite guitar improviser. As part of the Peabody Award-winning documentary series “Jazz Profiles,…

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Wes Montgomery 56:13

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The jazz guitar of Wes Montgomery, deemed “the biggest, warmest, fattest sound on record,” still reverberates today, nearly 60 years after his death. The most influential, widely admired jazz guitarist since Charlie Christian’s heyday, Wes re-invented the instrument with his thumb-plucking technique, his innovative approach to playing octaves, and …

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Larry Wilmore on the Trump Administration, Pope Leo XIV, the State of Hollywood, and More 1:04:49

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Larry starts off a special listener mailbag episode by sharing some of his biggest concerns with Donald Trump’s second term so far and his administration’s attack on government agencies and the Constitution. Next, he talks about the brand-new Pope Leo XIV and the role of religion in modern society (22:23). After the break, Larry discusses the futur…

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Super Soul Special: Mariel Hemingway and Bobby Williams: Finding Soul Connections 32:25

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Original Air Date: December 6, 2017 Would you like more fun, love, laughter and adventure in your life? Oscar-nominated actress and best-selling author Mariel Hemingway and her boyfriend, Bobby Williams, a stuntman and extreme athlete, say they have the answers to living a simpler, more vibrant life. In their book, "Running with Nature," Mariel and…

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Shirley Horn 58:55

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With her whisper-soft delivery, clear phrasing, and slow, spare playing, pianist and singer Shirley Horn was one of the most enjoyable and distinctive jazz artists of the last century. Her career read like a Hollywood movie: A young musical genius is discovered by a jazz legend (Miles Davis), but postpones major stardom to raise a family, only to e…

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Leah Litman on ‘Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes’ 1:03:23

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Larry is joined by professor of law at the University of Michigan Law School and co-host of the podcast ‘Strict Scrutiny’, Leah Litman, to discuss her forthcoming book ‘Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes’, publishing on May 13th. They begin their conversation by talking about how the politi…

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S5 E5 - Rick Valley - Creekside Fine Grill in Wylie Texas 57:58

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Welcome back to the Live Love Wylie podcast! In this episode, Wes Dorsey sits down with Rick Valley, the owner of the beloved Creekside Fine Grill right here in Wylie, Texas. Get ready to savor the story behind one of our town's favorite dining spots. Join us as Rick shares his fascinating journey into the restaurant world. He opens up about: His e…

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Horace Silver 57:24

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Pianist Horace Silver was the heart of the hard bop era, helping to form the influential Jazz Messengers and composing many blues and gospel-flavored songs that have become part of the jazz canon – including “Lonely Woman,” “Song For My Father,” “Señor Blues,” and “The Preacher.” His piano playing, like his compositions, was not that easily charact…

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Paul Desmond 58:47

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Paul Desmond is widely recognized for his genius as a melodic improviser and as the benchmark of cool jazz saxophone players. His warm, elegant tone was one that he admittedly tried to make sound like a dry martini. Best known as a member of the Dave Brubeck Quartet, he composed the group’s biggest hit, “Take Five.” The song remains the best-sellin…

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Erroll Garner 58:34

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Erroll Garner was one of the most well-known and influential pianists in the world during his lifetime. Growing up in a musical family, he was by all accounts self-taught – playing at the age of three and performing professionally by the age of seven. Throughout his career, he developed a distinctive and original piano style often compared with Art…

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Super Soul Special: Cheryl Strayed: Brave Enough 28:09

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Original Air Date: December 4, 2017 The New York Times best-selling author Cheryl Strayed talks to Oprah about her book "Brave Enough," a collection of her own quotes, which Cheryl describes as a "mini instruction manual for the soul." Cheryl also says the book urges readers toward their own "incredible capacity for love, compassion and forgiveness…

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Art Tatum 58:58

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Art Tatum was born in Toledo, Ohio, and despite being blind in one eye and only partially sighted in the other he became arguably the greatest jazz piano player who ever lived. In his improvisations, he was prone to spontaneously inserting entirely new chord progressions (sometimes with a new chord on each beat) into the small space of one or two m…

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Podcast Finale (For Now) 1:06:29

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Send us a text Thanks to everyone for following along for the last three plus years. We'll be back doing something fun before you know it. Intro music is Wes's old punk band Outer Party. Outro music is a song called These Feelings by a band called Death on Mars. You can connect with us at [email protected] Twitter: https://twitter.com/W…

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Super Soul Special: Elizabeth Gilbert, Part 2: What Is a Soul Mate? 32:13

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Original Air Date: November 29, 2017 Oprah's conversation with New York Times best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert continues. Elizabeth shares what she knows for sure about love, happiness and what it means to be a soul mate. Elizabeth says, "A true soul mate is a mirror, the person who shows you everything that's holding you back, the person who …

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Daniel Lubetzky on the Builders Movement, ‘Shark Tank,’ Kind LLC, and More 1:08:16

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Larry is joined by billionaire entrepreneur and ‘Shark Tank’ costar Daniel Lubetzky, and they begin their conversation by analyzing the importance of independent thought in today’s political climate. They then focus on the objectives of the Builders Movement and Daniel's efforts to curb political extremism and heal divisions within the business com…

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Super Soul Special: Elizabeth Gilbert, Part 1: Your Life’s Calling 31:08

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Original Air Date: November 27, 2017 Elizabeth Gilbert’s 2006 memoir, "Eat, Pray, Love," sparked a global conversation about what it means to fulfill your life's purpose. Elizabeth opens up about the soulful lessons she learned from her yearlong quest around the world. She also discusses how the uncertainty of transformation in our lives is never e…

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S5 E3 - Jason Hudson - CTE Director - Wylie ISD 1:00:16

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In this episode of the Live Love Wylie podcast, we sit down with Jason Hudson, the Executive Director of Academic/Career Connections (Career and Technical Education) for Wylie ISD. Join us as we delve into the innovative programs and opportunities Wylie ISD offers students, preparing them for both college and successful careers. Jason shares his in…

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S5 E4 - Jeremy Meier & Mari Gutierrez Wylie Downtown Merchants - May is EVENT MONTH! 57:26

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Get ready for an exciting episode of the "Live Love Wylie" podcast! Join host Wes Dorsey as he sits down with Jeremy Meier and Mari Gutierrez from Wylie Downtown Merchants as well as their personal businesses The System Architect and Juzt Jaz Boutique. We discuss the vibrant events taking place in our beloved historic downtown this May. This month …

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Atlanta: Season 4 Episode 10 It Was All A Dream 1:10:14

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Send us a text We made it to the end. Was it all a dream? Intro music is Wes's old punk band Outer Party. Outro music is a song called These Feelings by a band called Death on Mars. You can connect with us at [email protected] Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesandMike Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wesandmikewastetime/?hl=en Faceboo…

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Super Soul Special: Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor: “My Stroke of Insight” 37:34

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Original Air Date: November 22, 2017 Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained brain scientist, describes how a massive stroke gave her a second chance at life. Dr. Jill couldn't walk, talk or remember her own name, but she was able to turn this life-changing experience into a spiritual awakening. Although she was unable to communicate, Dr. Jill say…

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Atlanta: Season 4 Episode 9 Andrew Wyeth, Alfred's World 51:21

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Send us a text We get to visit Alfred's safe farm. Intro music is Wes's old punk band Outer Party. Outro music is a song called These Feelings by a band called Death on Mars. You can connect with us at [email protected] Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesandMike Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wesandmikewastetime/?hl=en Facebook: Wes …

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Tara Palmeri on ‘Somebody’s Gotta Win’ and ‘The Red Letter’ 1:01:02

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Larry is joined by political journalist Tara Palmeri, writer of ‘The Red Letter’ Substack and host of The Ringer podcast ‘Somebody’s Gotta Win’, to discuss all of the latest buzz shaking up Washington D.C. They begin their conversation by analyzing the possible political repercussions of Trump’s new tariffs. This leads into a talk about the viabili…

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Super Soul Special: Marie Forleo, Gabrielle Bernstein and Mastin Kipp: 9 Ways to Become More Spiritual 37:38

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Original Air Date: November 8, 2017 Three young, socially aware thought leaders from the next generation of soulful thinkers, Marie Forleo, Mastin Kipp and Gabrielle Bernstein, share their unique perspectives and open up about the life-changing events that began their spiritual journeys. They have developed self-made businesses, written reflective …

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Atlanta: Season 4 Episode 8 The Goof Who Sat By The Door 1:10:18

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Send us a text We learn the history and possibilities of the character Goofy. Intro music is Wes's old punk band Outer Party. Outro music is a song called These Feelings by a band called Death on Mars. You can connect with us at [email protected] Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesandMike Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wesandmikewast…

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Alex Isenstadt on ‘Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power’ 59:25

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Larry is joined by Axios Senior Political Reporter Alex Isenstadt to talk about his new book ‘Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump’s Return to Power’. They begin their conversation by discussing Alex’s approach to writing the book and the environment surrounding Trump when he decided to run for president a second time. They then analyze the personali…

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Super Soul Special: Oprah's Book: "The Wisdom of Sundays" 39:00

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Original Air Date: October 24, 2017 Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith, spiritual pioneer and founder of the renowned Agape International Spiritual Center, offers several practices for manifesting the kind of life you want. He explains that letting go, shifting your vibration and living with intention are all keys to unlocking the blessings that the univ…

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Atlanta: Season 4 Episode 7 Snipe Hunt 54:50

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Send us a text Earn and Van take Lottie camping. Some good things get resolved. Intro music is Wes's old punk band Outer Party. Outro music is a song called These Feelings by a band called Death on Mars. You can connect with us at [email protected] Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesandMike Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wesandmikewa…

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Krys Marshall on ‘Paradise’ 1:13:54

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Larry is joined by actress Krys Marshall to talk about the Season 2 release of her Hulu show ‘Paradise’. They begin their conversation by examining Marshall’s upbringing and the many factors that inspired her to become an actor. This leads to a conversation about the mental, interpersonal, and familial hurdles Krys overcame to reach her personal go…

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Super Soul Special: Brother David Steindl-Rast: Happiness Begins with Gratitude 29:04

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Original Air Date: October 29, 2017 Benedictine monk, author and scholar Brother David Steindl-Rast guides us to the source of lasting joy and the essence of grateful living. He invites listeners to exercise gratefulness as a spiritual practice and a source of well-being that can be embraced every day. He also shares lessons on love, hope and life.…