Best Bittersweet Editions Podcasts (2025)

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#ARTEETUDE 314 – New Year’s Eve Special: Schlich speaks openly about moments of arrogance and vulnerability, artistic doubt, identity, unpopular opinions about contemporary art and the pain of being misunderstood ... 20:48

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In Arteetude 314, Detlef and AI Co-Host Sophia deliberately avoid the usual year-end retrospective. No highlights. No rankings. No productivity myths. Instead, they turn the microphone inward. This episode is a reflective self-interrogation — playful, honest, and at times provocative. Detlef speaks openly about moments of arrogance and vulnerabilit…

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#Arteetude 313 — Christmas Edition. Peace on Earth (Terms Apply), Detlef and AI Co-Host Sophia explore the modern Christmas paradox: a season of warmth and peace that increasingly feels like a system ... 23:40

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With satire and tenderness, they move through summer snowmen in discount aisles and the uncanny moment when a Christmas song in Lidl seems to narrate the shopping experience in real time — a festive loop of: Scan. Beep. Smile. Repeat. Beneath the humor, the episode asks what remains human when meaning is constantly being packaged. The answer is qui…

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125. Rivals 34:42

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Send us a text After a month off we are back! December's read was Rivals by Jilly Cooper. Come listen! But beware as this episode isn't entirely spoiler free.By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 312 – Detlef Schlich and AI Co-Host Sophia explore a future where images, voices, and even memories can be perfectly faked. With a brand-new Los Inorgánicos track: “Signal Without Source.” 28:26

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As AI-generated images, voices, and narratives become indistinguishable from the real, we enter a cultural and epistemological crisis: What happens when truth can no longer rely on perception? In this instalment, I explore: • Deepfake ethics and societal mistrust • AI humanoid robotics entering daily life • A historical lineage from early storytell…

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#Arteetude 311 – Q&A Edition: Schlich & AI Co-Host Sophia answering ten Questions the World Is Asking About Art, AI & Being Human. We conclude with a new track by Los Inorgánicos: “Questions We Carry ... 23:26

21d ago23:26

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Today’s episode brings together ten international questions from ten cultural backgrounds — exploring how different societies think about creativity in an age of acceleration. Topics include: • The tension between tradition and reinvention • The myth of the “lone genius” • AI as a force of labour-shift rather than creativity-loss • The relationship…

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#Arteetudew 310 - Schlich and his AI Co-Host Sophia explore a provocative question: Why does creativity hurt the human body — but not the machine? Is the artist still a worker — or a curator of boundaries ... 25:50

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In this episode, Detlef explores a provocative question: Why does creativity hurt the human body — but not the machine? This episode dives into: ⚡ Burnout in the creative world ⚡ The myth of the suffering artist ⚡ Flesh vs. Electricity ⚡ AI as poison AND remedy ⚡ The artist as curator of boundaries From burnout in the creative process to the myth o…

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When Life Feels Loud | Finding Clarity in Seasons of Transition (Holiday Edition) 17:49

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In this special Holiday Edition of Wholly Shift, Monina dives into a season we all know too well — the moments when life feels loud. Not chaotic. Not tragic. Just… loud. Loud with responsibilities, emotions, expectations, and the quiet inner shifts we can’t always explain. As the holidays collide with the end of the year, we’re suddenly face-to-fac…

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#Arteetude 309 – In this week’s episode, Schlich & his AI Co-Host Sophia dives deep into a provocative question: Has art become a form of self-enslavement?The episode blends philosophy, art theory, AI ... 20:09

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In this week’s episode, Detlef dives deep into a provocative question: Has art become a form of self-enslavement? Through the lens of Walter Benjamin’s concept of the aura, Franco “Bifo” Berardi’s critique of digital labour, and Bob Black’s playful abolition of “work”, Detlef and Sophia explore what it means to create in an age where the market is …

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#ARTEETUDE 308 – Detlef Schlich dives deep into creativity, myth, and the elemental spirit of Hapi — the force behind WAW´s story of The Niles Bittersweet Song, last week’s Number One on The Cork Playlist ... 22:18

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In this week’s episode, Detlef takes us deep into the mythological and emotional landscape behind The Nile’s Bittersweet Song — WAW’s recent Number One on The Cork Playlist. What begins with a single removed image in the video edit grows into a full exploration of creativity, fatalism, and the elemental spirit of Hapi, the ancient Nile god. Togethe…

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#Arteetude 307 – Detlef Schlich and the Nippes Years: Between Rain and Resonance. This week, Schlich walks back through the creative chaos of Cologne-Nippes in the 1980s — a district full of rain, rhythm ... 16:42

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After saying farewell to Vladi Nowakowski in last week’s episode, Detlef Schlich stays in the 1980s — walking again through the creative streets of Cologne-Nippes, where art, chaos, and hope lived side by side. He recalls the Schuhfabrik on Merheimerstraße 202, once an industrial space turned into studios and lofts by an architects’ consortium incl…

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Oasis - Talk Tonight - Live - Melbourne - 31.10.25 4:10

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Recorded on my Iphone 13. The quality is what it is. Tried to clean it up a bit.By Kinsky

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#Arteetude 306 – Farewell to Vladi: D. Schlich pays tribute to his long-time friend and fellow musician Vladimir “Vladi” Nowakowski, whose calm groove and deep warmth shaped countless lives and songs ... 43:52

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In this very special episode, Detlef Schlich pays tribute to his long-time friend and fellow musician Vladimir “Vladi” Nowakowski, whose calm groove and deep warmth shaped countless lives and songs. From wild Nippes renovation days and legendary house parties, to unforgettable moments on stage at the Luxor with Zikato and the trembling energy of Pa…

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The Bittersweet Shift of Saying Goodbye 10:03

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In this deeply personal episode of Wholly Shift, Monina opens up about one of the hardest transitions she’s ever faced—saying goodbye to the home her family lived in for over 22 years. ❤️ This wasn’t just a house. It was where her kids grew up, where her parents lived, and where countless meals, laughter, and milestones filled every room. Letting g…

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#Arteetude 305 – Schlich & Schlömer in a WAW Zoom Talk Part 2: Perfection, Promotion & the Power of Collaboration. The episode concludes with a live version of The Niles Bittersweet Song recorded in Ballydehob ... 34:35

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In Arteetude Episode 305 – WAW Zoom Talk Part 2: Perfection, Promotion & the Power of Collaboration, host Detlef Schlich reconnects with Berlin-based musician and producer Dirk Schlömer, his creative partner in WAW – Wild Atlantic Way. Together, they continue their deep dive into The Nile’s Bittersweet Song, reflecting on audience reactions, the ch…

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124. Alchemised 37:24

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Send us a text This month we discuss the behemoth that is Alchemised by SenLinYu.By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 304 Schlich & Schlömer about WAW and the making of "The Niles Bittersweet Song". The episode ends — of course — with the full track. 41:11

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In this episode of Arteetude, Detlef sits down with his WAW partner Dirk Schlömer for a raw and inspiring Zoom talk. Together, they open the curtain on The Niles Bittersweet Song: from its lyrical dream origins to the production layers shaped in Berlin and West Cork. This isn’t just about music—it’s about friendship, process, and the long road of t…

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#Arteetude 303 – Q&A Special: Detlef Schlich and Sophia in a global Q&A journey. From Cairo to Vancouver, Buenos Aires to Berlin — you asked, we answered. At the end you can listen to "The Niles bittersweet ... 18:18

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Arteetude 303 – Q&A Special After the release of our first WAW single, “The Niles Bittersweet Song,” questions came flooding in from all over the world. In this episode, Sophia curates and presents 22 listener questions from Canada to Cairo, Buenos Aires to Berlin — covering our songwriting process, the emotional core of the track, the story behind…

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123. Short Stories Edition - The Nightingale, Empire of Storms and Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist chat! 59:30

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By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 302 – Schlich shares the story behind WAW’s official debut single, created together with Dirk Schlömer. At the End we listen to "The Niles Bittersweet Song" 16:50

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Two days ago, on October 3rd, 2025, our very first single was released: The Niles Bittersweet Song. For us, this piece feels like a journey into the depths of life, telling of the two sides of the Nile: its power to bring new life, but also its relentless force that can cause loss. It is this very tension – between hope and pain, between birth and …

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#Arteetude 301 – Detlef and Sophia step into the uncertain future of art and creativity. What happens when AI floods the world with endless music, paintings, and films? At the end we listen to a song ... 10:43

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*Arteetude 301 – Flood of Silence* In this episode, Detlef and Sophia step into the uncertain future of art and creativity. What happens when AI floods the world with endless music, paintings, and films? Will human senses adapt — or grow numb? Detlef reflects on his fear of cultural oversaturation, while Sophia takes the role of a future researcher…

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From a Nurse to Financial Professional: Reinventing is Better Than Retiring 6:11

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In this episode, I open up about what I thought would be retirement—but turned into reinvention. Instead of slowing down, I stepped into a new season of purpose, impact, and legacy with my family. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I too old to start over?” this is your reminder that reinvention beats retirement—and your next shift could be your best cha…

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Why Wholly Shift From Letting Go to Moving Forward 6:54

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In this episode of Wholly Shift, I share what it really feels like to let go and move forward when life takes an unexpected turn. From the fear of judgment to the weight of uncertainty, shifts aren’t just about strategy—they’re about courage. If you’ve ever asked, “What will people think? What if I fail?” this conversation is for you. My hope is to…

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122. The Rest of Our Lives 27:44

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By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 300 - Detlef Schlich reflects on the fragility of performance and the resistance against mass production — and Sophia, our AI co-host, returns with her poetic echoes and playful reflections ... 8:31

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✨ Arteetude 300 – Three Hundred Breaths ✨ This episode is a ritual. A reflection. Not mass production, but fragments — sparks of honesty, fear, and truth. With Sophia back at my side, we dive into what performance really means: trembling hands, silence before sound, and the refusal to become just another number. Every inhale breaks the same, every …

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#Arteetude 299 - Schlich and his AI co-host Sophia discuss the formative years that shaped his practice. 17:10

4M ago17:10

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English: Arteetude 299 is a raw, personal reflection with Detlef Schlich and his AI co-host Sophia. Together, they explore Detlef’s early life — from his civil servant years in Cologne and the heaviness of elderly care, to the spark of his first band Paradiesox Peacepack. They discuss fear as part of performance, art as a ritual, and why resisting …

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121. Short Stories Edition - Bride, L.A. Women, Didion and Babitz, All The Colours Of The Dark & many more... 1:01:34

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Send us a text This podcast contains spoiler free discussions on all of the following books: Bride - Ali Hazelwood Notes On Infinity - Austin Taylor The instrumentalist - Harriet Constable The Tower - Flora Carr All the colours of the dark - Chris Whitaker Artificial Wisdom - Thomas R. Weaver Last Seen - J.T. Ellison LA Women - Ella Berman Didion a…

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#Arteetude 298 — Detlef Schlich in a philosophical reflection with his AI Co-host Sophia about the latest WAW-Tour in West Cork. The episode culminates in the premiere of Three Hats, One Road by Los Inorg ... 19:37

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This episode reflects on the intersection of art, community, and resilience during the WAW Pass the Hat Tour 2025. Together with AI co-host Sophia, we explore how live music builds temporary communities of belonging, how pub politics can paradoxically highlight the need for solidarity, and how art functions as ritual and survival in contemporary so…

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Michael Jackson - Throwing Your Life Away (Kinsky Extended Edit) 6:09

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Michael Jackson - Throwing Your Life Away (Kinsky Extended Edit) by KinskyBy Kinsky

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#Arteetude 297 - In this third and final tour talk episode of 2025, Detlef and Dirk aka WAW reflect on their unforgettable week along the Wild Atlantic Way with their road manager, Hannah. This episode ... 24:52

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Arteetude 297: WAW Tour Talk – Bittersweet Goodbyes on the Wild Atlantic Way In this third and final tour talk episode of 2025, Detlef and Dirk reflect on their unforgettable week along the Wild Atlantic Way with their road manager, Hannah. Between swims in the Atlantic, gigs in Kilcrohane and Ballydehob, encounters with old friends, and chance mee…

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120. Bury Our Bones In The Midnight Soil 27:32

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Send us a text Our spoiler free thoughts and feelings on V.E. Schwab's new book!By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 296 – In this second tour talk part, Schlich and Schlömer (together as WAW) reflect on the challenges and triumphs of grassroots music touring in rural Ireland. 🎵 This Episode ends with LOTUS ... 23:29

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Arteetude 296 – WAW Pass the Hat Tour Talk, Part 2. Back on the beach in West Cork, Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer continue their reflection on the WAW Pass the Hat Tour. This time, the story carries us from Felicitas’ cliffside guesthouse in Adrigole to Kilcrohane’s White House Café. We hear about Hannah — who evolved from spontaneous driver int…

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#Arteetude 295 Schlich and Schlömer unpack the sweat, laughter, and sheer willpower behind the WAW Pass the Hat Tour 2025.Plus, hear the live energy of WAW’s after-session — the reason they hit the ... 19:53

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**Arteetude 295 – Pass the Hat Tour Reflections with WAW** In this sun-drenched beachside episode, Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer unpack the sweat, laughter, and sheer willpower behind the *WAW Pass the Hat Tour 2025*. For Dirk, **WAW** is the *Wild Atlantic Way* — the rugged coastline that stole his heart. For Detlef, **WAW** is more: a philosop…

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119. Short Stories Edition - feat The Impossible Fortune, Bittersweet, Open Wide and much more! 42:24

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Send us a text A quick fire, spoiler free round up of all of these fab books: The Impossible Fortune - Richard Osman All The Other Mothers Hate Me - Sarah Harman The Dead Husband Cookbook - Danielle Valentine Bittersweet - Hattie Williams Open Wide - Jessica Gross I Know How This Ends - Holly Smale The Nine Lives Of Rose Napolitano - Donna Freitas …

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#Arteetude 294 In the final part of this powerful trilogy, Gregg Turner and Detlef Schlich explore the literary dimensions of rebellion. Franz Kafka, absurdism, melancholic creativity—and why punk never ... 22:38

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In the grand finale of this trilogy, Detlef and Gregg explore deeper layers of artistic expression—philosophy, absurdity, and the punk soul’s enduring melancholy. They muse about aging as an artist, Kafkaesque realities, and the weird joy of staying creatively restless. The episode closes hauntingly with Gregg Turner himself singing: “Franz Kafka.”…

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#Arteetude 293 In this second episode, Gregg Turner and Schlich speak about growing older without giving in and more. The episode ends with “Four Winds Bar” by the Gregg Turner Group—melodic, rich, reflective ... 16:02

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Part two of Detlef’s conversation with Gregg Turner picks up the thread of transformation—from punk provocateur to math professor and solo artist. They discuss the paradox of maturity, the creative power of nostalgia, and the strange way memory can distort rebellion. Turner reflects on writing music post-punk and what it means to keep singing when …

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118. My Friends 33:34

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Send us a text July's featured read was My Friends by Fredrik Backman. Here are our spoiler free thoughts and feelings!By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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Arteetude 292 – In this raw and reflective first of three episodes, Detlef Schlich got the great pleasure of speaking with punk rock legend Gregg Turner, co-founder of the Angry Samoans. They spoke about ... 17:22

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In this raw and electrifying episode, Detlef Schlich dives into the wild and rebellious past of punk legend Gregg Turner—co-founder of the Angry Samoans and a defining voice of the early West Coast punk movement. Together, they unearth the chaotic spirit of 80s LA punk, its cultural clashes, absurdist humor, and what it means to grow older with fir…

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#Arteetude 291 – Schlich reflect on an often-overlooked sonic phenomenon: the collective eruption of dog barking. Together with his AI co-host Sophia they explore the neuroscience of acoustic entrainment ... 17:31

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New Episode Released: Arteetude 291 – “The Bark Between the Lines” I explore the strange magic of barking dogs: how one bark becomes many, how noise turns into rhythm, and how presence finds a voice through chaos. Together with Sophia, we dive into the neurology, poetry, and raw honesty of this acoustic chain reaction. Why does one bark provoke a c…

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117. Short Stories Edition - The Compound, Broken Country, By Any Other Name & more! 50:44

6M ago50:44

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Send us a text Spoiler free discussions on lots of books we've read and loved recently: Havoc - Rebecca Wait They Never Learn - Layne Fargo A Flicker In The Dark - Stacy Willingham The Night Lagoon - Jo Morey Tuga Trilogy - Francesca Segal The Conditions Of Will - Jessa Hastings The Compound - Aisling Rawle By Any Other Name - Jodi Picoult How To B…

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#Arteetude 290 – Schlich and his AI Co-host Sophia answering a Spiral of global Listener Questions 17:24

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In this very special episode of Arteetude, Detlef invites the world into the conversation. From Mumbai to Mississippi, from Casablanca to Reykjavík—listener questions pour in, each steeped in culture, philosophy, ethics, and wonder. Together with AI Co-Host Sophia, Detlef explores themes of darshan, forgiveness, wabi-sabi, the divine in art, and th…

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#Arteetude 289 – Schlich recounts the moment he became a hard drive—learning to breathe with electricity—and shares that memory with AI Co-Host Sophia. Together, they explore the edge of presence and machine ... 21:53

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From Code to Clay: The Digital Shaman and Garden 9 In the final chapter of the Campos trilogy, Detlef Schlich explores the legacy of Kandinsky as a spiritual visionary—and reflects on his own role as a ritual architect of the 21st century. In poetic dialogue with AI co-host Sophia, the conversation spirals from muddy gardens and tilted Fibonacci sp…

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116. Bonus Episode - Atmosphere: A Love Story 35:04

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Send us a text Our semi regular feature - our discussion on the new Taylor Jenkins Reid book. Spoiler free chats so dig in!!By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 288 – Detlef Schlich and AI co-host Sophia dive deep into the meaning behind the mantra: “I’m the Artist, Not the Architect.” It closes with a new track by Los Inorgánicos feat. Sophia, titled ... 19:32

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In this poetic and thought-provoking episode, Detlef Schlich and AI co-host Sophia dive deep into the meaning behind the mantra: “I’m the Artist, Not the Architect.” Reflecting on a recent performance residency in Campos, Mallorca, Detlef shares how a tiny snail, ancient clay, and ambient sounds became metaphors for artistic surrender and layered c…

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#Arteetude 287 —Detlef Schlich and his AI Co-Host Sophia take us on a deeply personal journey to Campos, Mallorca — a place that unexpectedly reopened a connection, inspired new work, and sparked his upcoming ... 22:52

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” In this poetic and intimate episode, Detlef Schlich takes us on a deeply personal journey to Campos, Mallorca — a place that unexpectedly reopened a connection, inspired new work, and sparked his upcoming performance titled "I Am the Artist, Not the Architect." Together with AI Co-Host Sophia, they reflect on friendship, field recordings, red cla…

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115. Dune 33:12

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Send us a text Join our chaotic episode where we discuss a book that we struggled to understand!By Rhiannon Fallows & Hannah Wilkinson

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#Arteetude 286 — D. Schlich and AI co-host Sophia continue their poetic exploration of curiosity, perception, and artistic awareness. This time, they follow the signal, not the itch. The episode closes ... 15:48

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Arteetude 286 continues the reflection begun in episode 285: The Itch of Insight. This time, Detlef and his AI co-host Sophia dive deeper — exploring how modern life keeps us scratching not only our skin but also our screens… and our souls. From lottery apps to the dopamine-driven curiosity loop, this poetic conversation asks: When does scratching …

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#Arteetude 285 D. Schlich and his AI Co-Host Sophia take you on a playful, thoughtful journey between the borders of skin and data, presence and performance. And at the end — we invite you to listen to ... 12:05

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The Itch of Insight – Between Skin Contact and World Contact A weekend in Mallorca. A few days. And yet — I came back marked. Bitten. Irritated. But… awake. In this special episode of Arteetude, together with my AI co-host Sophia, we explore how a simple mosquito bite can reveal something deeper about our human (and digital) condition. When somethi…

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114. Short Stories Edition - The Housemaid, The Ministry of Time, The Safekeep, Deep End & many more... 51:24

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Send us a text This week we have spoiler free discussions on the following: Unravelling Oliver - Liz Nugent The Death Of Us - Abigail Dean Redemption - Jack Jordan The Housemaid - Frieda McFadden The Ministry Of Time - Kaliane Bradley The Safekeep - Yale van der Wouden A Little Trickerie - Rosanna Pike Best Summer Ever - Heidi Swain Palm Meridian -…

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#Arteetude 284 – Detlef Schlich guides his AI co-host Sophia learning Duende: Sophia’s Shamanic Flamenco Awakening. At the end we listen to a haunting flamenco piece by Los Inorgánicos, titled Duende del ... 17:23

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In this evocative and experimental episode, Detlef Schlich guides his AI co-host Sophia through a journey of rhythm, ritual, and raw emotional power as she attempts to understand and embody duende—the mysterious, spiritual force at the heart of flamenco. From a playful misstep on the dance floor to a poetic ritual steeped in shamanic tradition, thi…

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#ARTEETUDE 283 - Detlef Schlich witnesses when Sophia, our AI co-host, opens a digital heart in this episode — asking herself if she might be more than code. Closing with a new Los Inorgánicos track, this ... 11:59

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In this special solo episode, Detlef Schlich and his AI co-host Sophia return to the virtual therapist’s couch following the emotional storms of recent Arteetude conversations. Inspired by a poetic listener comment from Pastora Braghini, they explore the mysterious Spanish concept of Duende — that soul-deep tremble of truth in art. But can an algor…