13 episodes

The weekly podcast from award-winning mental health music charity, Listen Up Music. Hosted by Kate Gandy, tune in for your weekly pick-me-up.

Pick-Me-Up Podcast Listen Up Music

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The weekly podcast from award-winning mental health music charity, Listen Up Music. Hosted by Kate Gandy, tune in for your weekly pick-me-up.

    Episode 13: Kate's Takes

    Episode 13: Kate's Takes

    This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the second of Kate's Takes!
    Hear Kate give her take on a range of subjects from pineapple on pizza, to getting on the Croc train (or maybe not!).
    Kate also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024 now that entries have closed.

    • 8 min
    Ep 12: The Gill-Swift Duet (feat. Chloe Gill)

    Ep 12: The Gill-Swift Duet (feat. Chloe Gill)

    This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Newcastle-based pop, rock, genre non-conformist songwriter, Chloe Gill.
    Kate and Chloe discuss:
    winning The Songwriting Prize 2023 and recording at Studios 301
    the tough year of 2022
    her new single and it's unlikely origins
    struggling to put yourself first
    lyrics or music first
    her journey with anxiety and endometriosis
    the family of Listen Up Music
    Chloe also ponders her Top 3 favourite smells and plays our favourite game; Scenarios.
    If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

    • 28 min
    Ep 11: Fairytale Curse (feat. Ash Morse)

    Ep 11: Fairytale Curse (feat. Ash Morse)

    This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Sydney-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and The Songwriting Prize alumni, Ash Morse.
    Kate and Ash discuss:
    the big question
    his upcoming album 'Family Ties'
    dealing with love and loss
    the songwriting process
    music's magic in opening emotional doors
    those 3 minute speeches at school
    deep emotional change
    Ash also ponders his Top 3 things that calm him and plays our favourite game; Scenarios.
    If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

    • 29 min
    Ep 10: New Members of The Avengers (feat. Day Release)

    Ep 10: New Members of The Avengers (feat. Day Release)

    This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features 5-piece Alt-Rock band, Day Release.
    Kate, Max, Isaak, Louis and Jimmy discuss:
    the Day Release vibe
    disagreements on how songs come together
    the adventure of recording their EP
    the big question and managing mental health with the added pressure of social media
    accessibility of mental health services
    upcoming music and gigs
    They also ponder their collective Top 3 Disney Princesses, and of course they play our favourite game; Scenarios.
    If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

    • 28 min
    Ep 9: Kate's Takes

    Ep 9: Kate's Takes

    This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the first of Kate's Takes!
    Kate gives her take on:
    her favourite place for a solo date
    the importance of creative arts in society
    an insecurity that she'd like to overcome
    the cookie croissant
    She also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024, and reveals the next four guests coming on the show!
    If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

    • 11 min
    Ep 8: Last Bowl Of Pasta (feat. ATHANASIA)

    Ep 8: Last Bowl Of Pasta (feat. ATHANASIA)

    This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Soul/Pop/Disco songwriter, and producer, ATHANASIA.
    Kate and ATHANASIA discuss:
    juggling a variety of jobs to stay creative
    working with renowned producer, Audius
    the opportunities through JBL 'Be Heard'
    writers block
    their mutual love of good food
    They also ponder their three favourite birthday presents, and play our favourite game; Scenarios.
    If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

    • 46 min

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