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In a compelling exploration of art and creativity, this interview brings together insights from conversations with Jad Abumrad, co-founder of Radiolab, and musician Brandon Kinder. It traverses Abumrad and Kinder's personal creative journeys, highlighting their transitions in the music industry, from band dynamics to solo projects, and the impact of experimental influences. Abumrad delves into the challenges of storytelling within traditional and innovative formats, expressing a desire to break free from neat narratives to embrace a more chaotic, truthful representation of reality. He also reflects on his journey from curiosity to leading a new wave of curiosity-driven content, aiming to blend storytelling with societal utility. Themes of authenticity, the struggle with creative blocks, and the fusion of documentary elements with music are discussed, aiming to create unique auditory experiences that transcend conventional boundaries. The dialogue concludes with a look into the future of storytelling and music, underscoring the importance of innovation and accessibility in pursuing societal benefits through art.



Jad Abumrad: http://jadabumrad.com/

Brandon Kinder: https://www.thewealthywest.com/




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In an engaging dialogue, musician Peter Mulvey is inspired to create a new song after talking with poet Naomi Shehab Nye and exploring the profound impact of art, poetry, and music on human connection. They reflect on their personal experiences, discussing the role of these artistic forms in creating and strengthening bonds between individuals. Highlighting the works of Emily Dickinson and Lorine Niedecker, among others, the conversation underlines the importance of allowing art to transcend definitions and speak directly to the heart. Stories of personal anguish, the quest for originality, and the legacy of past artists underscore the dialogue, emphasizing art's power to resonate on both personal and universal levels. The session reinforces the notion that art and poetry should be accessible, inviting listeners to experience them intuitively rather than analytically. Through personal anecdotes and a shared passion for creativity, the speakers inspire a resolve to continue exploring and contributing to the vast world of artistic expression.


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Join renowned artist, Dave McKean, and Italian pianist, Stefano Bollani for an enlightening conversation on Podsongs covering their shared interests in art, jazz, and literature. The two creatives explore the intricacies of music creation and appreciation. Insights include their artistic journeys, perspectives on music education, experiences with film scores, the impact of regional dialects on music, and their love for various music styles such as jazz and Brazil's Bossa Nova. Personal stories of inspirations, challenges, and the magic of matching music to films make it a must-watch for arts and music enthusiasts. A perfect blend of shared passion, engaging creativity, and intellectual conversation on the convergence of art and music, which results in the creation of a new song by Dave McKean called 'Coincidentals'.

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LYRICS to 'Coincidentals' by Dave McKean:

His assistants busy themselves
Fetching scissors and coloured papers
Mixing hues of different flavours
Painting blues and greens and purples
Cutting stars and squares and circles
Beginning the journey
Through a thicket of collage and texture and bread and
circuses
From his bed he considers the surfaces
He remembers his voyages
And he watches
Henri watches
Henri’s body is bed bound
But his mind isn’t even earthbound
He cuts into the form of a figure
He places it next to another
Improvisation,
No turning back, no hesitation
Letting go to muscle sense and iteration
Creativity in the present tense
No more sitting on the fence
Commit to the composition
And he watches…
Enrico watches…
The kids coming up through the quavers and crotchets
Little birds with their scales and rhythms and pitches
Finding their voices and hoping to sing
He’ll pass on the history, of princes and kings
Of Bix and Miles and the truth and the sophistry
Of Chet and Louis and the proof and the mystery
And he takes an occasional player under his wing
And flies through fundamentals
Improvisations and incidentals
And he watches…
Stefano watches…
The silence of the film and the stillness of the man
Deadpan
Buster
Keaton
The girl leaves
His heart heaves
His blank expression
Falls to his knees and then the horizon
He sits.
He thinks.
Pushing his hat
Back on his head.
Lost in this moment of loss, the signs he misread,
He fails to notice
The coupling rod on the train that is rising and falling
and that is where his seat is
He bobs up and down as his dignity decreases
His stone face flashes a moment of indignation beneath
his…
Hat.
To acquire learning you need to read
But to gain wisdom you must watch
Stefano watches
Through the bars of his cage
A cage of bar lines and staves
Something to break out of
To fight with
To play with
To push and pull and tear and tickle and sway with
All those accidentals
Co-accidentals
Incidental music for life
Incidental music for life

https://www.davemckean.com
https://www.stefanobollani.com


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Uday Benegal speaks to Manjiri Latey, Telepathic Animal Communicator and expert in Neuro Linguistic Programming about Interacting with The Universe: Tune in for a deep conversation on consciousness, Animal Communication, and Eastern Spirituality. Uday is inspired to create a new song called 'Hollow Bones.

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https://www.earthwise.co.in/

Manjiri Latey is a celebrated Telepathic Animal Communicator and teacher in animal communication, shamanism, and holistic living practices. Across the episode, they delve into in-depth discussions on topics such as consciousness, telepathic interaction with animals, neurolinguistic programming, divination, mediumship, and the Wim Hof method.

They underline the significance of open-mindedness, self-trust, and the need for understanding and compassion towards animals. Drawing upon their' Indian roots, the conversation explores Eastern spiritual practices, while also appreciating the insights of Western ideas, aiming ultimately to guide the audience towards a raised collective consciousness.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:29 Discussing the Agenda: Telepathic Animal Communication
01:11 Life in Goa and Environmental Concerns
03:40 Exploring Telepathic Animal Communication
06:50 Exploring Consciousness and Communication
10:12 Reflections on Music Career and Collaborations
32:16 The Journey into Animal Communication
41:33 Understanding Personal Reactions and Responses
42:11 The Power of Skepticism and Questioning
43:04 The Challenge of Doubt and Seeking Validation
43:49 The Impact of Skepticism on Personal Growth
44:48 Exploring the Influence of Cultural Consciousness
46:14 The Role of Trust in Personal and Cultural Contexts
46:46 The Influence of Westernization on Indian Identity
48:16 The Paradox of Indian Culture and Consciousness
50:17 Understanding Neurolinguistic Programming
53:32 The Power of Linguistics in Human Behavior
56:12 The Role of Animals in Reflecting Human Behavior
58:05 The Concept of Energy in Investments
58:11 The Expansion of Teaching Beyond Animal Communication
01:01:00 The Role of Animals in Human Consciousness
01:04:00 The Importance of Presence in Animal Communication
01:21:56 The Role of Breathwork in Enhancing Communication
01:22:04 The Importance of Being a 'Hollow Bone' in Communication
01:25:02 The Impact of Individualism and Community Living on Consciousness


LYRICS

Hollow bones
Divining from River Stones
Thriving on
The world contained in a moment of play
And every being's a thought away

Hollow bones
Human-based telephones
All-embraced
Calling all creatures, every race
Tune into your inner space

Journeying on a magic trip
Into the underworld
There we met the special ones
Our spirit animals

The ripple effect is playing out
Raising consciousness
Connecting to the source of life
With greater confidence

And still you try try try

Hollow bones
Divining from River Stones
Thriving on
The world contained in a moment of play
And every being's a thought away

Hollow bones
Human-based telephones
All-embraced
Calling all creatures, every race
Tune into your inner space

Metamorph into alignment
By tapping into tools
Mirroring and taking on
As you journey through the rules

Love and forgiveness both come first
In everything you do
Saying your sorry and ask forgiveness
And they you say thank you

And still you try try try

Hollow bones
Divining from River Stones
Thriving on
The world contained in a moment of play
And every being's a thought away

Hollow bones
Human-based telephones
All-embraced
Calling all creatures, every race
Tune into your inner space

Hollow bones
Divining from River Stones
Thriving on
The world contained in a moment of play
And every being's a thought away

Hollow bones
Hollow bones
Hollow bones






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Episode 144 of Podsongs—the podcast where musicians interview inspirational people as inspiration for a new song— Matthew McDonald of Perpetual Groove speaks to Jonathan Lubecky, Veterans & Governmental Affairs Liaison for MAPS, as inspiration for a new song called 'Fiery Skies', which will be released as a single on 1st December 2023

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LYRICS:

Distant worlds from a past life, they haunt meMemories blurred from that time, still find meA shell of myself just trying to surviveFiery Skies celebrate tonight, but I'm locked upTrapped inside of my own mind, I'm f****d upMaybe it's time to leave it all behind, and change my state of mindNo longer feel the need to wear my armor, long the way that it's beenAnd now I begin to see in colors, more than I've ever seen



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Episode 143 of Podsongs—the podcast where musicians interview inspirational people as inspiration for a new song— David Knopfler speaks to Lemn Sissay, British poet, author and broadcaster, as inspiration for a new song called 'On the Outside', which will be released as a single on 17th November 2023

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ON THE OUTSIDE

Never quite at home
Always you’re alone
Always on the outside
Riding out the storm
So where do we now start
Where do we begin
Never looking outside
Always looking in
Always on the outside
And never quite at home
Always on the outside
And every Christmas you’re alone
Waiting for the dawn
Family full of strangers
Barely holding on
Always on the outside
You know you must be strong
Always on the outside
And you’ll survive the storm
And always you’ll belong
Always you’ll belong
Always you’ll belong


https://knopfler.com/
https://www.lemnsissay.com



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