Send us a text 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 of the here and now. Dr. Karette Stensæth is Associate Professor in Music Therapy at the Norwegian Academy of Music, where she also works as the Director of CREMAH (Centre of Research in Music and Health). In addition to engaging in research, she's the author ...
Aug 16, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text 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 side of life podcast. Her podcast focuses on talking with people that have had struggles in their life and how they found their path back to the bright side, whatever that means to them. Melissa believes that happiness and looking on the bright side is all abo...
Aug 10, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text 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. Website https://lauraeweymouth.com/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/lauraeweymouth Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/lauraeweymouth To purchase her books follow these links: The Light Between Worlds: IndieBound | Bookshop | Books-A-Million | Book Depository | Barnes & No...
Aug 02, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text 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 business based in Frederick, Maryland. You might also know him as the host of the Chefs Without Restaurants podcast, and the man behind the culinary networking organization of the same name. Chris graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a B.S. in culinary ...
Jul 26, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text 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 miss this insightful look at life in the arts from this talented individual. Michael Yingling , also know as Flip, as Sr Product Lead at LEGO working on digital experiences for kids. A seasoned creative and voice over performer, Flip has worked in the the theater, on...
Jul 12, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text 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 for this group which has become a mainstay on the BBC radio, and stages worldwide. Mesmerised from a young age by the music of a forgotten time, Essex-born musician, singer, and lyricist Alex Mendham made a name for himself, having burst onto the scene by formi...
Jun 26, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text 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 which sparked his upcoming memoir, LOSING MUSIC. We also discuss the creative process, music that touches our souls, and more. John Cotter is the author of the memoir Losing Music , forthcoming from Milkweed Editions, portions of which have appeared in Raritan , ...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text 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 of Broth & Brine | Dedicated Craft Kitchen as well as GF Personal Chef | Gluten Free & Paleo. In addition to her role as chef-owner-manager at Broth & Brine, she is also a personal chef and a food and wellness consultant. She intercedes for clients on their...
Jun 14, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text 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 published. To learn more about A.S. Hatch or to buy his books click here . IG: https://www.instagram.com/as_hatch/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashatchauthor/ Visit the Self-Care Institute at https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ Support the show Visit www. c...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text 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 about Filip, his current projects, or to take virtual lessons, check out his websites and social media pages below. www.pogady.com IG: www.instagram.com/filippogady FB: www.facebook.com/pogady YT: www.youtube.com/filippogady Violinist Filip Pogády has been pra...
May 23, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text 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 the University of Memphis and her Masters of Art Education from Memphis College of Art. She began her career as a graphic designer and served as the Director of Advertising for Catherine's Stores Corporation for fifteen years before becoming an art educator. She...
May 17, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text 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 more about Thomas Echols, follow his websites below. http://www.thomasechols.com/ http://www.manwomanfriendcomputer.com/ Thomas Echols’s work is an amalgam of classical, modernist, and pop music forays. As visiting artistic director for Austin Classical Guitar, T...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text 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, Program Coordinator, Integrated Master's Program in Music Therapy; Assistant Leader, GAMUT - The Grieg Academy Music Therapy Research Centre The Grieg Academy – Department of Music For information about Dr. Ghetti and the program at the University of Bergen i...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text 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, and more Jessica started Mount Indigo as a passion project after working in the fashion industry for years and realizing that it is one of the most polluting industries in the world. She knew she had to do something to be a part of the solution and spread awa...
Apr 21, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text 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 collaborations with musicians and other creatives. To learn more about Janet O'Neal, please visit www.janetoneal.com Janet O'Neal is an award winning multimedia artist, photographer and teacher. She is best known for her colorful energetic abstracts and multimedia...
Apr 19, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text 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: Concentration in Creative Writing from Baker University (2008), a M.A. in English: Concentration in Literature from San Francisco State University (2010), and a M.F.A. in Creative Writing: Concentration in Poetry from Emerson College (2013). For more than fifteen year...
Apr 12, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text 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 Scholar, cellist Jennifer Kloetzel has concertized throughout the United States, Europe and Asia as a soloist and chamber musician. A founding member of the San Francisco-based Cypress String Quartet (1996-2016), Ms. Kloetzel has toured the globe and performe...
Mar 29, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text 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 her Facebook page and here for her Patreon account. Visit the Self-Care Institute at https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ Support the show Visit www. creativepeacemeal.com to leave a review, fan voicemail, and more! Insta @creative_peacemeal_podcast FB @creative...
Mar 23, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text 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 fatigue, what's it's like to teach during a pandemic, and more. Brian Abrams, Ph.D., MT-BC, LCAT, Analytical Music Therapist and Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery, has been a music therapist since 1995, with experience across a wide range of clinical contex...
Mar 15, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text Shakuhatchi master, and composer, Shawn Head joins the show today! He's full of amazing stories, and wise words. Shawn Head has an active career as a Shakuhatchi soloist, along with being a composer, and educator. He studied at the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music. He also became the youngest non-Japanese Shakuhatchi master at 23. Head emphasizes the possibilities and coherence between Eastern and Western ideas; mixing the aesthetics and sensibilities of Japanese music wit...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text Honored to have Dr. Jennifer Higdon , a Pulitzer Prize and three-time Grammy winning composer on the show today! Tune in to hear the story of her musical beginnings, what it's like to win the Pulitzer, and what she was up to in 2020 (hint A TON OF COMPOSING), inspirations behind one of her most popular pieces, and more. Jennifer Higdon, a Pulizer Prize and three-time Grammy winner, is one of the most performed living American composers working today. She is the recent recipient of...
Mar 01, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text Author, and one of my besties, Cheyanne Young joins the podcast today! Tune in for honest book talk, witty banter, the writing rule(s) she breaks, the authors she can't get enough of, and more! Cheyanne Young is a Young Adult Author of THE LAST WISH OF SASHA CADE, and THE BREAKUP SUPPORT GROUP, among others . If you haven’t picked up her books yet, do so. They are witty, and full of heart--a perfect weekend read that will leave you smiling. To learn more about Cheyanne, or to purc...
Feb 22, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Just in time for Valentine's day, Romance Author, Allison Ashley of PERFECT DISTRACTION joins me on the show to talk about what it was like to debut in 2020, how her work as a clinical pharmacist impacts her writing, what she can't live without, writing tips, and more. To find out more about Allison , or to order her book visit here . The website Allison recommended was called One Stop for Writers here Visit the Self-Care Institute at https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ Support the...
Feb 15, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text Carol Beth Anderson is today's guest! She is an independent author of several successful YA fantasy book series including THE MAGIC EATERS trilogy, and THE SUN-BLESSED trilogy. Beth is also the author of a short story collection entitled THE CURIO CABINET. All can be found on Amazon and other retailers She talks logistics of being an independently published author, what motivates her, what software she can't live without, and more. Her Facebook Page is here . Visit the Self-Care I...
Feb 08, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text Independently published Christian author, Catherine Brusk joins me today on the podcast to talk about FINDING FAITH, her Christian Romance series. The series deals with adult topics and we briefly touch on the subject matter in her books so listener discretion is advised. Additionally. she talks about the realities of being an independently published author, her writing tips, and reveals a family recipe that made it into her books! For more information about Catherine Brusk, or to...
Feb 08, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text In today's episode, I'm joined by Master Wedding Planner, Jennifer Ball of Knot Your Average Events. She talks what it takes to be a wedding planner, what inspires her, wedding trends this year, her best advice for couples, and an AMAZING (on theme!) family recipe. Jennifer Ball is the owner of Knot Your Average Events and is also a contributor to a wedding planning book entitled Planners Unplugged. Jennifer Ball is known as the coordinating ninja. She thrives in creating a unique...
Feb 01, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text In today's episode, I'm joined by renowned pianist, Koji Attwood. Koji Attwood is a graduate of the prestigious Juilliard School, where he appeared regularly on “The World of Piano” as well as on New York’s WQXR. Mr. Attwood is currently on faculty at The Gifted School in Salt Lake City, and a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Utah. Koji talks frankly about the hardships of being a traveling musician, some of his favorite and interesting memories on tour, transcrip...
Jan 25, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Andrea Cudd Alemanni, is a scientist, founder and president of Patient Navigation LLC, and author of the children's book AVA ANTIBODY EXPLAINS: YOUR BODY AND VACCINES, a true inside look at how vaccinations elicit an immune response. In this episode Ms. Alemanni talks about what inspired her to write the book (and what's up next), her work as a patient advocate (cue the amazing, heartwarming stories!), a book she loves, and more. Her book can be purchased directly from her website...
Jan 11, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text Designer, Anita Joyce, of Cedar Hill Farmhouse blog, and author of FRENCH ACCENTS, talks about: How she got her start--hint: it may surprise you! What inspires her. Her favorite piece of furniture in her home (yes, I did make her choose just one), and more. Her website is https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/ Her book can be found here. https://www.amazon.com/French-Accents-Farmhouse-Style-Todays/dp/1462116787 Visit the Self-Care Institute at https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ Support t...
Jan 04, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Composer and musician Steven Hackman is today's guest! He's most recently known for his epic mash up concerts such as BRAHMS VS RADIOHEAD and TCHAIKOVSKY VS DRAKE. In this episode he talks about: The reality of being a working musician. Finding one's niche. His favorite types of music to listen to. Which creative person he'd want to invite to dinner. You can learn more about Steve, and his projects on his website. https://www.stevehackman.com/ Visit the Self-Care Institute at http...
Jan 04, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 2
