Welcome to My Nerd Brain: A Dialogue on Musicians’ Health and Wellness Emily Fransen
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A safe space for musicians to discuss their triumphs, setbacks, and motivations in their music and careers. A podcast that promotes education on physical, mental, and emotional health in the music industry.
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Episode 47: Mac Phipps
After joining the mentorship program while serving 21 years in jail, hip hop artist Mac Phipps shares his thoughts on curbing violence in New Orleans and finding better ways to support the youth in our major cities. He also discusses the needs for adults to address the differences between “reality” and “entertainment,” in reference to the lyrics used in hip hop songs, as they have the potential to negatively influence young listeners if misrepresented.
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Episode 46: Billy Cobham
In this episode, I had a really great chat with legendary fusion drummer, Billy Cobham, about his new Masterclass series: Stress Free Drumming with Billy Cobham on Stages Music Arts. He discussed how his desire for regular gigs ultimately led him to composition and career-building personal projects that continue sustain him today.
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Episode 45: Carol Calato
President of Regal Tip Drumsticks, Carol Calato, talks about the history of Regal Tip as a business and a drumstick, and her journey to taking over her father’s business. She explains the ergonomics of different stick designs and how Regal Tip sets itself apart from the competition. Check out this episode for some great tips on building a solid business while maintaining your own separate personal identity.
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Episode 44: Leighsa Montrose
In this episode, Intention Coach/Wellness Consultant/ Certified Life Coach, Leighsa Montrose, talks about managing grief, healing trauma, and breaking old patterns through life coaching and therapy.
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Episode 43: Dr. Michele Cramer & Dr. Stephanie Solórzano
Episode 43 features audiologists Michele Cramer and Stephanie Solórzano of Hearing Clinic of Greater New Orleans, LLC! We really had an excellent time talking about ears, and that is no sarcasm. Check out our chat about hearing health for musicians and fans of music, hearing aids, custom ear plugs, and some very extended chatter about ear wax. Everything you could ever hope for in a podcast.
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Episode 42: Anwar Nasir
Newly-appointed Executive Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, Anwar Nasir, talks about his background as a professional dancer and its influence on his path to arts admin. He also speaks about the tradition of orchestral work and music, and the ways that he feels diversity and inclusion could help inform and shape the lives of young musicians and composers alike.
Customer Reviews
unique musical vision
Emily has a talent for uncovering the underexposed treasures from New Orleans and across the globe. Every episode is singularly fascinating and special. Go listen now!
Awesome podcast and even better host!
Emily has great commentary, and this podcast has been an excellent examination of both music and mental health. I highly recommend it!
Excellent
Emily Fransen is a delightful host with wonderful, insightful questions. Not everyone makes a good host or interviewer as it’s a skill and gift to be able to move along a conversation! The topics discussed in Welcome to My Nerd Brain are valuable for creatives, and it’s refreshing to hear about sometimes shared experiences in addition to new ones as they pertain to health and wellness in musicianship!