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Welcome to Zeitgeist Radio, the musical podcast where I interview people in interesting musical subcultures. For more information and to sign up for my newsletter, visit www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio For transcripts visit www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts

  1. 51. Learning music through play

    6D AGO

    51. Learning music through play

    Have you played this week? I don’t mean your instrument. I mean, have you engaged your brain and body in something make believe that maybe feels a little silly? Danielle McNamera is a music educator who believes the play involved in teaching kids music… is just as important for adults. Follow Danielle: LyricsandMelodiesStudio.com MiniMelodies.com Instagram: LyricsandMelodiesStudio Facebook: Mini Melodies and Lyrics and Melodies Studio Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Support this work: My podcast, newsletter, and archives are all available to anyone, for free. However, the platforms and systems do cost me money, along with the time I spend (it's all me, I don't have a team). This is a labor of love and I greatly appreciate any support! https://zeitgeist-academy.kit.com/products/support-me Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    47 min
  2. 50. Music, mindfulness, and gentle wisdom

    12/19/2025

    50. Music, mindfulness, and gentle wisdom

    Finding joy is a challenge attempted by philosophers, religious gurus, and even chemists. Dr Michael McGee is a psychiatrist, author, and jazz pianist whose performances blend music and mindfulness. In his work, simple pleasures…are existentially important. Watch Dr Mike’s performance: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/r0e9k8edxjga6al3b39fe/NAMI.mp4?rlkey=77ntaamj5kdjjh3w6mwad7kag&dl=0 Visit his website: www.drmichaelmcgee.com Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    52 min
  3. 49. Poetry and healing through songwriting

    11/12/2025

    49. Poetry and healing through songwriting

    Music is a tool that helps a lot of people get through tough stuff. Addiction, depression, body image issues, trauma… Bri is a singer-songwriter who doesn’t shy away from complex emotions and experiences.  Follow Bri:  SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/6A3qt0TX7AD6OsOnI9 YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCsMWIMdgsoY4W2r7t9Y5fFg Listen to the songs she has published as of our interview: June - Bri Revé - June (Official Audio) Mirror - https://youtu.be/3KeR06gs8oE  Previous episodes mentioned in the episode: Contra Dance Calling with Lindsey Dono:https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/3807972b/11-contra-dance-calling Music Therapy and Mental Health: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/299a68f7/31-music-therapy-and-mental-health Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    51 min
  4. 48. Contra Dance Music

    09/10/2025

    48. Contra Dance Music

    Contra dancing is an American folk dance that is laughably hard to describe… or is it? Jeffrey Spero is a contra dance musician, caller, and choreographer. We talk about the varied music of contra dance, what makes a great dance band, and everything that happens behind-the-scenes to make a wonderful dance evening (hint: there’s more improv than you might think!). Follow Jeffrey: www.jeffreyspero.com www.syncopaths.com You can listen to the episode on Contra Dance Calling with Lindsey Dono here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/3807972b/11-contra-dance-calling  Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    58 min
  5. 47. Building Kindermusik

    08/13/2025

    47. Building Kindermusik

    What age were you when you started learning music? High school choir? Middle school band? What about piano lessons at age eight? Or even earlier, like two or three years old… or even… earlier? Jacque Negus is a retired early childhood music instructor, specifically Kindermusik, and created a lot of the curriculum materials used by teachers everywhere. In this episode we discuss her journey with the program, the contributions she made to the program, and the joys of working in the field of early childhood music. Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    51 min
  6. 46. Building a musical community

    06/11/2025

    46. Building a musical community

    How do you build a space where musicians want to hang out? John Avilla is a bassist and co-founder of Sound Union in Redwood City, California. In this episode we discuss his transition from a career in marketing and advertising to founding a 'health club for musicians.' We explore how a single community can cater to diverse age groups, genres and musical abilities, promoting a supportive environment over perfectionism. He shares his journey in creating his club and the connection he sees between community and creativity.  Follow John: www.soundunion.com Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johngavilla/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/soundunion/ Instagram: @joinsoundunion Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoinSoundUnion Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    58 min
  7. 45. Folk dance through the ages

    05/07/2025

    45. Folk dance through the ages

    What makes a folk dance, and what is it like to do these dances socially? The Bay Osos Folk Dancers meet every week to dance to music from Bavaria to the Western Sahara, Polynesia, the Balkans, and more. They share their experiences with the music, how they got started, how YOU can get started, and what keeps them dancing decade after decade. Follow the Bay Osos Folk Dancers: http://www.bayososfolkdancers.org/ Facebook: @BayOsosFolkDancers Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

    37 min

  8. 04/16/2025

    44. Stepping into the cypher

    What is the difference between spoken word poetry and rap? Coco Peila, a hip hop artist and songwriting coach from New York City, has done it all, and career hinges on one surprising comment her sister made on this difference. In this episode. Coco shares her winding journey through the music industry, from shy spoken word artist to performing at prominent venues like the Hollywood Bowl. We talk about her work intertwining art with social and climate justice, her role as a songwriting coach, and what goes into being a “hip hop and R&B African diaspora flex” Follow Coco: IG: @cocopeila TikTok: @cocopeila Facebook: Coco Peila LinkedIn: Coco Peila Website: cocopeila.com Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

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Welcome to Zeitgeist Radio, the musical podcast where I interview people in interesting musical subcultures. For more information and to sign up for my newsletter, visit www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio For transcripts visit www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts

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  • Creator
    Zeitgeist Academy
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Zeitgeist Academy
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    Zeitgeist Radio