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What Are You Willing to Throw Your Life Away On?

andrew reed & the liberationwww.andrewreedmusic.com
This question cuts straight to the heart of Life… and this series of messages goes, perhaps, as DEEP and Intelligently as possible into the Experience of Life and offers PROFOUND insight gained from a journey that has been EPIC in worldly terms, but is also littered with catastrophic losses almost unimaginable. Set in an array of settings ranging from intimate talks in the Awakened Forest to national conferences, concerts, broadcasts and various public events over the years, Andrew shares a challenges people to learn to truly live, and even embrace the struggles and heartaches along the way…and somehow reconcile and integrate the Day and Night, Pleasure and Suffering… Andrew Reed is a True Outlier… Andrew has gone about as DEEP as possible, through personal will, as well as through “events” into the PROFOUND of the Experience of Life. He has accomplished much in worldly terms and in a number of fields, including music, the arts, healthcare, business, wilderness adventurer, scientific research, Alaskan commercial fishermen, consultant/teacher to over 10,000 CEOs and executives, etc. But his life is also littered with almost every catastrophic loss imaginable from the loss of 2 children in accidents, loss of health, loss of a few fortunes, loss of wives & loves, and loss through natural disasters of hurricanes and forest fires. Add in - bear attacks, gunshot fragments in his head, being swept overboard a few times nearly drowning, escaping from fires nearly killing him, having multiple breakdowns and such add to the color to the philosophical topics and practical, pragmatic advice shared… He has been described as a creative rarely seen, with accomplishments in music and the arts as well as being an expert on creating and operating World-Class organizations. He is also a songwriter and super guitarist under Universal/Virgin Music Groups and WorldSound with an international fanbase accounting for 90% outside of the US. He is the principal of Multi-View Incorporated family of companies which benchmarks and consults with over 1,300 companies, primarily in the United States.
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Episodes

Ep. 14: He Found Himself/Sailing

From the Songstage Studio, Andrew frames a music-centered reflection on awakening and the art of living. “He Found Himself” captures retreat, repair, and nature as the master teacher; “Sailing” carries the listener into risk, wind, waves, and the deeper truth that life is its own reward —destination and journey held in a “bothness” that makes space for joy. Family Super-8 footage and Alaskan grit meet philosophy, memory, and motion. These two songs begin Andrew's album "Search for Significance":...

Aug 15, 202519 minEp. 14

Ep. 13: A Few Ideas that Perhaps Help Explain the World

This is one of Andrew’s BEST pieces of thought and work … as he shares a few time-tested observations that help explain the “world.” This understanding can help a person immensely to have a “Better Experience of Life” or a “Better State of Mind!” These ideas help a person be “Well Armored for this World” and remain relatively cool and more eloquent as you watch people panic, argue, fight, worry, and rush around, trying to survive or prove their moral superiority! Here are the main ideas: We Live...

Aug 01, 202537 minEp. 13

Ep. 12: The 6 Categories of Value

In this HIGH-VALUE episode, Andrew walks us through a practical framework for evaluating the things we pursue in life—whether purchases, relationships, goals, or beliefs—using 6 fundamental categories of Value: Survival Value Utility Value Economic Value Entertainment Value Aesthetic Value Happiness Value He explores the idea that “Value is largely a projection” as well as how we assign Value, why Value is subjective, and how understanding these 6 categories can improve the decision-making proce...

Jul 18, 202521 minEp. 12

Ep. 11: Lessons from the Romans

What can we learn from an empire that lasted over a thousand years? In this compelling episode, Andrew Reed explores the enduring patterns of success, strength, and eventual downfall of the Roman Empire—and what they mean for your Life and Leadership today. From the foundational strength of “Your own Italy” to the relentless persistence of Roman legions, this is a powerful reflection on historical wisdom and practical application for modern challenges. If you’re looking to build something that l...

Jun 27, 202534 minEp. 11

Ep. 10: Dominance & Control (3 of 3)

In the third and final installment of this series , Andrew Reed covers the final 3 songs in this concept album, Dominance & Control, discussing "Minstrel Boy", "Sky Pilot", and concluding the journey with "Pulsar (Reprise)". He discusses Mortality, Masks, the Afterlife, and the evolving concept of the Self. We follow Cezar in the final steps of his Earthly, mortal life, along with his ultimate surrender to the “Great Certainty” - Death. Cezar then experiences the Afterworld, riding on a cele...

Jun 13, 202533 minEp. 10

Ep. 9: Dominance & Control (2 of 3)

In the second installment of this series , Andrew Reed goes over the second leg of his album Dominance & Control, talking about "World, I Have Won!", "Triumph", and "King of Things, Lord of More". Reed goes over his early prog rock roots, discusses the theatrical studio sessions and talks about the journey of “Rock Star Caesar,” our main character. This episode unpacks how consumerism, excess, and ego blur our ability to be present and fulfilled. A must-listen for artists, seekers, and anyon...

Jun 06, 202529 minEp. 9

Ep. 8: Dominance & Control (1 of 3)

In the first installment of this series , Andrew Reed dives deep into the heart of his concept album Dominance & Control — an EPIC, philosophical rock story that explores the human desire for power, and control, as well as risk. Blending mythology, sci-fi, and rock and roll, Andrew introduces the album through the first three songs of the record: “Pulsar,” “Crossing the Rubicon,” and “Thunder in My Soul.” Chapter Markers (00:00) – Intro (01:02) – A New Trilogy: The Origins of Dominance &...

May 30, 202539 minEp. 8

Ep. 7: How to Get a Raise or Promotion!

In this straight-talking and highly practical episode, Andrew Reed delivers a REALITY check on one of the most emotionally loaded topics in professional life: getting a raise, a promotion, or even an ownership stake . Speaking from DEEP experience as founder of Multi-View Inc. and many other companies, Andrew shares a framework for earning more — not through entitlement or longevity, but through the contribution of VALUE. You’ll hear why MVI Talents set their own pay, why most compensation syste...

May 23, 202530 minEp. 7

Ep. 6: Going DEEP - What Are You Willing to Throw Your Life Away On?

In this profound solo episode, Andrew Reed takes us deep into the philosophical and personal roots of the question that gives this podcast its name. Sitting on the charred remains of his mountaintop recording studio — a space consumed by wildfire — Andrew speaks candidly about purpose, mortality, creativity, and risk. The central question, "What are you willing to throw your life away on?" is explored not as a metaphor, but as a real-life compass that demands clarity, courage, and soul-level com...

May 16, 202522 minEp. 6

Ep. 5: US Cellular Center Opening for Sarah McLachlan – Cure My Mind/Memory

In one of the most personal episodes to date, Andrew Reed reflects on the power of music, memory, and the unthinkable loss that led to the creation of his song “Cure My Mind.” Opening for Sarah McLachlan at the US Cellular Center, Andrew shares the emotional and spiritual aftermath of losing his son, and how that pain became the source of both healing and artistic vision. From recounting the impact of eye movement therapy and visionary experiences to offering a rare glimpse into the meaning behi...

May 09, 202519 minEp. 5

Ep. 4: Perhaps the Greatest Gift to Others...

This message was a spontaneous message that “emerged” on the morning before the Black Cove/Big Hungry Forest Fire which destroyed so much of the Awakened Forest. As a person in a family or having loved ones, one can feel responsible to behave and be a success for the sake of others. There is a feeling of “duty and obligation” to others. This message offers some genuine relief from this nagging feeling that befalls so many people who try to live responsibly. In this deeply personal and reflective...

May 01, 202518 minEp. 4

Ep. 3: How to Be Successful in this World

How can a person be successful in this world? Of course, success can have many definitions. But here Andrew puts forth a few straightforward steps that have proven HIGHLY useful in his journey. This is the plain-spoken advice that most of us and young people wish we would have received in our formative years… Andrew explores how energy, focus, communication, and collaboration form the backbone of sustainable achievement. He draws from decades of experience and hard-won insight to lay out a pract...

May 01, 202512 minEp. 3

Ep. 2: Helpful Ideas that Make the Experience of Life Better

Recorded from the heart of the Awakened Forest, Andrew Reed returns with a grounded, practical episode packed with the advice he wishes someone had given him earlier in life. From finding calm amid chaos to refining your focus, attitude, and communication, this episode explores simple, yet profound, principles that can lead to a more aligned, meaningful life — no self-help clichés, just honest reflection and hard-earned insight. Whether you’re rebuilding after loss, seeking clarity, or simply tr...

May 01, 202536 minEp. 2

Ep. 1: What's It All About? The Who and What?

This episode is an Introduction/Reference/Efficiency message that explains a bit about this life-changing, unsettling question, “What are you willing to throw your Life Away On?” as well as a bit about Andrew and his incredible journey, thus far, in Life so that listeners and seekers of REALITY know from “wherest” this content comes from! This series of messages explores what LIFE REALLY IS and shares pragmatic, practical, and helpful insights along the way! Andrew has gone about as DEEP as poss...

Apr 30, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 1
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