The Candid Cara Podcast

Cara Sullivan
  • 5.0 (6)
  • Personal Journals
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to The Candid Cara Podcast, the podcast where soulful reflection meets lyrical candor! Tune in for a weekly dose of emotional depth, personal revelations, and musical moments. Join me as I dive deep into mental health and my own healing journey, exploring the complexities of perspective and the beauty of vulnerability. These conversations are honest, intense, and occasionally TMI, offering a safe space for weirdness, growth, and Being Yourself. Each episode features heartfelt openness and celebration of resilience, creativity, self-discovery, and Doing The Hard Things. Expect spontaneous singing, songwriting analysis, mental health rants, and unfiltered feelings. Let's grow, heal, harmonize, and be candid together!

  1. 09/19/2025

    Episode 32: A Conversation with Sydney Shea

    In this episode, I sit down with LA singer-songwriter Sydney Shea, who is also an incredible dancer. Self-taught on the guitar and piano, she is making great strides in her career. Having spent the last couple of years focused on artist development, she recently took the big step of performing on LA stages such as Hotel Café. She is also working on new music to release in the very near future. Sydney’s voice is angelic, and her lyrics are as poetic as they are intentional. Make sure to check out Sydney’s diary, YouTube channel, and more! https://www.sydneysheamusic.com https://www.youtube.com/@iamsydneyshea Instagram: @iamsydneyshea

  2. 08/18/2025

    Ep 31: A Conversation with Hannah Bowers (Part 1)

    In this episode, I sit down with indie singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, artist coach, founder of The PAL Community Hannah Bowers. We talk about her 15+ year journey as an artist, her early influences, the creative process, and how she's built a career rooted in authenticity and community. Here's some of what we cover: How Hannah was naturally drawn to singing and songwriting from an early ageThe artists and time period that first influenced her unique soundMoving to LA at 18 to study music at USCThe powerful practice that leveled up her songwriting skillsThe vision for Radio and The Woods and how she raised $20k in 30 days to bring it to lifeHow authenticity, community building, and fostering genuine connection have been so powerful in her music career and in leading other artistsCheck out Hannah's work: https://www.hannahbowers.com/@TheHannahBowers (on all socials)CHECK OUT HER MUSIC!WATCH her visual album here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP5s8UjzAb6SJACUNfOxxRQorcAYCQlmKhttps://hannahbowers.bandcamp.com/album/the-woodshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7IjOLLLOhmV1FEqEgYbbRv?si=eZyB7gouQlOQ4R58Hn8qkABUY HER COOL MERCH HERE!https://hannahbowers.bandcamp.com/merchPAL Connect on instagram @ThePALCommunity "A community of creatives supporting each other in their personal and professional growth through positivity, authenticity and love"https://www.thepalcommunity.com/

  3. 06/10/2025

    Ep 30: A Conversation With Caleb Jerome Morales

    In this episode, I sit down with multi-genre singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and visionary behind Good Moraale: Caleb Jerome Morales. We talk about: Caleb’s journey from classical piano to alt-rock to EDM and beyondThe Avicii inspiration behind Good MoraaleLearning the banjo (as a grown-up!) for a rising country band with Gabriel KeyLetting go of old identities and self-protective perfectionismAwakenings and starting new chaptersHow intention, humor, and playfulness shape Caleb’s process and perspective Check out Caleb’s work: 🌐 CalebJeromeMorales.com ✨ Good Moraale on Instagram 🎵 The Food Hall 🎧 Community – the concept album

  4. 06/04/2025

    Ep 29: A Conversation with Richie Edwin

    In this episode of The Candid Cara Podcast, I sit down with Canadian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and self-producing artist Richie Edwin to talk about the release of his debut EP, A Quiet Forgiveness. What follows is a thoughtful and grounded conversation about honoring the inner artist, the healing power of structure, and the cathartic process of making music. Richie shares moments from his journey, from music school to playing in multiple bands to his first solo EP. We explore what it means to move away from perfectionism and how discipline can actually become an act of self-love. Check out Richie's music: https://richieedwinmusic.bandcamp.com/album/a-quiet-forgiveness https://open.spotify.com/artist/06ryujQm7B3M4ymtP3wcLp?si=MSXLHiraQW2GXqiP6Im74Q https://music.apple.com/us/artist/richie-edwin/1760980104 https://www.instagram.com/richieedwinmusic/

  5. 05/02/2025

    Ep 28: A Conversation with Emerald Gearing

    In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with indie artist, songwriter, and lawyer Emerald Gearing for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation. Together, we explore topics like healing and evolving through music, learning how to sing, embracing imperfection, changing friendships, and the power of showing up even if it feels scary. We also discuss Emerald’s debut album The Lonely Hour, where she reflects on her 20's with clarity and grace. Listen to the album here! https://emeraldgearing.com/ Specific songs referenced: "American Grace" "Hey Best Friend" "I'm Fine" "You're A Mess" "Neon" "Restless" "Three" ... coming soon!

  6. 04/16/2025

    Ep 27: A Conversation with Lina Cooper

    In this heartfelt and unfiltered conversation, I sit down with rising pop artist Lina Cooper to talk all things music, lyrics, mental health, creativity, performing and more. We dive into her artist's journey that has led her from Ukraine to Berklee to LA, the emotions behind her powerful lyrics, and what it really takes to put yourself out there - from awkward first gigs to owning the stage. Lina opens up about her influences, her experiences with the industry, and the delicate balance of being vulnerable, bold, and authentic in today’s music industry. Whether you’re a fan, an artist or someone chasing your passion, this episode is packed with inspiration. Check out Lina's music: https://www.linacooper.com/ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4zDizjeU4bITfOhI6hZ94u?si=ml06wqGVS0qY9MSp9X7mVA Her newest song is sooo good: DADDY ISSUES: https://open.spotify.com/track/5xT7MteIgCTp3sV90i0xRO?si=5f8a66985718444f My fave Lina Cooper tracks: Anyway https://open.spotify.com/track/12djztp31AsieRFnebqMdH?si=71e499cc78b64bc4 All I've Ever Known https://open.spotify.com/track/7KkOGSSKiWio5HaF1zPbpu?si=5debef8de9014d93 Something to Lose https://open.spotify.com/track/5dDIS0Z0WNYITNwbYwHGxF?si=b6fb40dab6104119 Reason Not To Jump https://open.spotify.com/track/63gHR9fEqNtZDoZt7Dqkkw?si=79294d21416e4d45 100 MILLION BITCHES https://open.spotify.com/track/0xC9BMROM0AYYeni8iEEQq?si=49e7e2b0b6cd438a YOUR GIRLFRIEND https://open.spotify.com/track/2nbAXM7WTOk7r4aqTZNMyd?si=c795971ceeff4541 Too Much To Ask https://open.spotify.com/track/1egMfw3gmcdUscngyDtSwU?si=0586d5e190254c58 Good Guy https://open.spotify.com/track/1QyMqpdwBZuLxYQjeqidUI?si=dd74298908854689 🎶 Other Artists Mentioned in This Episode Taylor Swift, Lorde, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry, Shania Twain, Queen, ABBA, Louis Armstrong, Halsey, Alanis Morissette, Cat Stevens, Carole King, Carol Ades, Chappell Roan, Maggie Rogers, Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzo, Julia Michaels, Amy Allen

  7. 02/12/2025

    Ep 26: Sour Then Sweet: Life Lately

    Life often feels like a dance between struggle and joy, and in this week's episode, I'm sharing a little bit of both. This is a candid, messy, (frankly on-brand) check-in on where I'm at emotionally and I hope you enjoy listening :)

  8. 02/05/2025

    Ep 25: February Artist Diary

    In today's episode, I share an update on how I'm taking baby steps out of my comfort zone and enjoying the journey 3 I perform a rendition of my new song, Now, at the end of today's episode :) https://beacons.ai/candidcara stream now on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1gdarviTGCn9Oi7NDrWpJP?si=INopoAbpRlGI0XJwwergcg stream now on apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/now/1791858977?i=1791858978&at=1000l3bbu&itscg=30200&itsct=music_box_link&ls=1&app=music demo links for further listening: now https://on.soundcloud.com/9AuPefUPUZPxXuvE8 groundhog day: https://on.soundcloud.com/KmENuUBu5fAZeMgt9

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Welcome to The Candid Cara Podcast, the podcast where soulful reflection meets lyrical candor! Tune in for a weekly dose of emotional depth, personal revelations, and musical moments. Join me as I dive deep into mental health and my own healing journey, exploring the complexities of perspective and the beauty of vulnerability. These conversations are honest, intense, and occasionally TMI, offering a safe space for weirdness, growth, and Being Yourself. Each episode features heartfelt openness and celebration of resilience, creativity, self-discovery, and Doing The Hard Things. Expect spontaneous singing, songwriting analysis, mental health rants, and unfiltered feelings. Let's grow, heal, harmonize, and be candid together!

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  • Creator
    Cara Sullivan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © CANDID CARA 2025
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    The Candid Cara Podcast