The Terran Lamp Show

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Terran Lamp turns real stories into pure magic. A cat-loving survivor who’s battled and beaten, more than her share of challenges, she spotlights fearless dreamers and doers across Chicago and far beyond. Every episode is a front-row seat to everyday legends making impossible things happen.

  1. 22h ago

    Pulling the Pendulum | Julia Robinson on the Body, Stress, and Compounding Wellness

    Julia Robinson is a Chicago-based clinical massage therapist and the founder of The Mystic Holistic Studio in Bronzeville, a practice built on one simple conviction: you should leave differently than you came in. With a decade of hands-on experience, Julia treats pain and stress not as problems to mask but as patterns to interrupt. Her philosophy is as practical as it is intentional: if the body defaults toward compounding stress, her work is about pulling that pendulum the other way, toward compounding wellness. In this episode, Julia sits down with Terran to talk about her practice, the real relationship between the body and the mind, and what it actually takes to help someone heal from the inside out. Book with Julia at https://www.mysticholisticstudio.com  Episode produced by CaveRoom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio.  For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, iHeart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly.   https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    25 min

  2. Jun 24

    From the Edge to the Canvas | Anthony Bartley on Art and Survival

    Anthony Bartley is a Chicago native, Hyde Park artist, and living proof that creativity can save your life. After a traumatic concussion in high school left him temporarily paralyzed, Anthony fell into a spiral of depression and isolation that brought him to the edge of a parking garage. Instead of stepping over, he picked up a paintbrush. Now, his work, including his new exhibition Mind Games, uses bright, nostalgic imagery inspired by cartoons and anime to spark real conversations about mental health and healing. In this episode, Anthony sits down with Terran to talk about art, survival, and finding your way back to yourself. Episode produced by CaveRoom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio. For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, iHeart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly. https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    29 min

  3. Jun 16

    Adopted, Reunited, and Resilient | John Figel's Journey of Identity

    John Figel was adopted as an infant and grew up in a family of four children, each adopted from different families. In his late 40s and 50s, he found both of his biological parents, building meaningful relationships that deepened his understanding of identity and what truly shapes who we become. A 37-year veteran in medical sales and retired after 32 years as a firefighter and paramedic, John shares his story with Terran about resilience, belonging, and discovering yourself later in life. Episode produced by Caveroom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio.  For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, Iheart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly.  https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    34 min

  4. Jun 9

    Turning Grief Into Purpose | Morgan Martin on Wellness and Belief

    Morgan Nicole Martin is a wellness leader, speaker, and Founder of Live And Believe Wellness and The LAB Fitness and Nutrition on Chicago's South Side. After the unexpected loss of her younger brother, she turned her grief into a movement rooted in resilience and self-trust. In this episode, Morgan sits down with Terran to talk about helping women reset, reconnect, and build strength from a place of softness and belief. Episode produced by Caveroom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio. For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, Iheart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly. https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    34 min

  5. Jun 3

    Sound, Spirit, and Self Care | Sheanah Rivers on Holistic Healing

    Sheanah Rivers is a Chicago-based Healing Arts Specialist, Certified Reiki Master Teacher, and Sound Healing Facilitator with a foundation rooted in massage therapy since 2011. She also hosts the podcast "Who You Callin' Holistic?" where she explores holistic healing and alternative therapies. In this episode, Sheanah sits down with Terran to chat about her spiritual and wellness services and what it really means to heal from the inside out. Connect with Terran:   / iamterranl   Episode produced by Caveroom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio. For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, Iheart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly.   https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    30 min

  6. May 25

    From the NFL to Mental Health on the Field | Mike Martin

    Mike Martin is a former NFL wide receiver and punt returner who played seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals after a standout career at the University of Illinois, where he was a consensus All-American and the nation's leading receiver in 1983. In the NFL, he led the league in punt returns in 1984 and remains the Bengals' all-time leading punt returner. After football, Mike went on to become a business owner, TV and radio co-host, and successful high school head football coach. Now he is opening up about the mental health side of life on and off the field, the side most athletes never talk about. Connect with Terran:   / iamterranl   Episode produced by Caveroom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio.   For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, Iheart and Youtube. Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly.  https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    33 min

  7. May 18

    Maryum Ali on Float, Activism and Life as Muhammad Ali's Daughter.

    Maryum Ali is not just the daughter of the greatest of all time. She is a force in her own right. In this powerful conversation on the Terran Lamp Show, Maryum opens up about her one woman play "Float," her journey as an actress, poet, and advocate, and what it really means to carry the Ali name while carving out a legacy that is completely her own.  Learn more about Maryam Ali and her work here: https://www.maryumali.com/ Connect with Terran:   / iamterranl   Episode produced by Caveroom Entertainment and recorded at CNW Studio.  For more episodes visit the CNW Network on Apple, Spotify, Iheart and Youtube.  Visit www.cnwmedia.com to read Chicago News Weekly.   https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    32 min

  8. 12/15/2025

    Milestones & Marriage: A Conversation with My Husband, Ken "True" Howard

    In this very special episode of The Terran Lamp Show, Terran sits down with a guest who knows her better than anyone else: her husband, Ken "True" Howard.A staple of the Chicago music scene and a dedicated strength and conditioning coach, True shares the origin story of his nickname and takes us on a journey through his evolution as an artist—from freestyling in high school lunchrooms to releasing his latest album, Milestones.Together, Terran and True dive deep into the power of authenticity, discussing why "there is no better way to be original than to be yourself." The conversation turns personal as they open up about their marriage and resilience, sharing the touching story of how True supported Terran through her battles with brain tumors and cancer (including his legendary "helicopter husband" moments).Tune in for an inspiring conversation about:Navigating the Chicago music industry and staying independent.Overcoming life’s biggest obstacles, from family loss to health battles.The importance of "leading from the front" and "cheerleading from the back" in a partnership.Details on True’s new single "Can't Wait" and his clothing line.Connect with Ken "True" Howard:Music: Stream Milestones, True Legacy, and True Authentic on all platforms.Merch: PaperMillTrue.com/MilestonesSocials: @CoachKenTrueHoward (IG) | Kenneth True Howard (Facebook/LinkedIn) https://www.cnwmedia.com/

    34 min
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Terran Lamp turns real stories into pure magic. A cat-loving survivor who’s battled and beaten, more than her share of challenges, she spotlights fearless dreamers and doers across Chicago and far beyond. Every episode is a front-row seat to everyday legends making impossible things happen.

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