Best Gale Design Podcasts (2025)

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Making It Reality: Allon Raiz 1:28:38

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Welcome to Episode 27 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Allon Raiz, a pioneering entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of Raizcorp, Africa’s largest business incubator. From humble beginnings growing up in Durban to orchestrating business transformations across the contin…

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From Jerusalem to Guitar Mastery: The Avi Shabat Story 1:40:47

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, I sit down with Avi Shabbat. From growing up in Jerusalem, discovering music in the middle of the grunge era and serving in the military, to building a career in sound engineering and eventually founding Shabbat guitars in Los Angeles. Avi's story is one of resilience, collaboration, and vision. In this conv…

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Biography | The Story of Giulio Negrini 26:04

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. I'm your host, Jamie Gale. For this week's special biography edition of Life With Strings Attached, we're on location in Switzerland with Giulio Negrini, founder of Giulio Negrini Guitars, to uncover the remarkable journey behind one of the boutique world's most imaginative and precise builders. From a childho…

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Sharing the Dream: Dr Angel Madlala 1:01:11

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Welcome to Episode 25 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Dr. Angel Madlala, a pioneering female radiologist from rural KwaZulu-Natal. From humble beginnings to founding multiple radiology practices, Dr. Angel’s story is one of vision, resilience, and entrepreneurial sp…

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Biography | The Story of Dion James 28:36

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Welcome to Life with Strings Attached. I'm your host, Jamie Gale. For this week's special biography edition of Life with Strings Attached, we're on location in Edmonton, Canada to dive deep into the story of Dion James, an extraordinary guitar maker who is helping to redefine the modern acoustic guitar. In this episode, Dion opens up about formativ…

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Episode 43 - Ken Usami 1:14:44

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My next guest is Ken Usami, Senior Manager of the Capcom Sound Team consisting of over 90 people, Audio Director, Sound Designer, Music Composer, Educator, guitarist - just so many things! Since joining Capcom in 2012 after graduating from Berklee College of Music, Ken has played a key role in shaping the audio experience of major titles like Resid…

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Reuben Forsland on The Art of Curiosity 1:36:36

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, we sit down with Reuben Forsland: Adventurer, innovator, and the luthier behind JOI Guitars. Reuben’s story stretches from backcountry snowboarding and near-death kiteboarding crashes to building guitars out of hempwood, carbon fiber, and even the walls of Jimi Hendrix’s childhood home. What drives him? A re…

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Surviving and Thriving: Burgette Yarlett 1:23:25

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Welcome to Episode 25 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Burgette Yarlett, a speaker, mindset coach, and NLP practitioner, whose story is one of resilience, inner transformation, and unapologetic authenticity. From beauty pageants to a near-fatal car crash, from self-d…

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Omer Deutsch: Crafting Guitars in a Time of War 1:47:46

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, I’m joined once again by Omer Deutsch, founder of OD Guitars. Omer returns with insight forged under pressure, literally. Living and working in a conflict zone, he shares how humor, community, and creativity have become essential tools for coping and resilience. From the emotional toll of war to the deeper v…

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Maneli Jamal on Strings, Stories, and Ikigai 1:46:13

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Today’s guest is internationally acclaimed guitarist Maneli Jamal, known for his deeply expressive compositions and a playing style that fuses rhythmic complexity with emotional clarity. Born in Belarus to Iranian parents, Maneli’s journey spans five countries, twenty moves before the age of 18, and a lifetime of transformation through music. In th…

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Freedom, Identity & Reinvention: Mpume Zwane Langa 1:10:58

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Welcome to Episode 24 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Mpume Zwane Langa, a transformation champion, former Unilever finance executive, TEDx speaker, and resilient entrepreneur who’s lived many lives in one. Mpume shares her story of growing up in Umlazi, raised by a…

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Biography | The Story of Rainer Tausch 1:02:54

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. In this episode, we travel to the small Bavarian town of Illertissen to meet Rainer Tausch: Guitar maker, musician, and founder of Tausch Guitars. Rainer’s journey began with a homemade guitar at age 13, inspired by the music of Hendrix, AC/DC, and Deep Purple. Over decades, he carved his own path through craf…

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Episode 42 - Nia Hansen 1:14:59

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Nia Hansen is a sound designer with none other than Skywalker Sound. She has experience in foley supervising, editing, mixing, and field recording and works primarily on science fiction and fantasy feature films. Over her impressive career, her work has brought life to the sonic worlds of Marvel, Disney, and Pixar—crafting the signature sounds of v…

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Why Jim D'Addario Spent his Life Chasing the Perfect String 1:56:50

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This episode dives deep into the legacy and future of D’Addario & Company with James D’Addario, Chairman and Director of Innovation. With roots in string making that stretch back centuries, Jim shares how his family’s craft evolved into a global leader through innovation, automation, and a relentless focus on quality. Jim and I explore how string d…

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The Middle: Travis Gale 1:17:07

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Introduction Welcome to Episode 23 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this powerful conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Travis Gale, a South African endurance athlete, speaker, and author of The Middle: How to Navigate the Space Between Your Start and Your Finish. Travis shares raw, insightful stories from the road; physical b…

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Amber, Meteorite, and the Mind of Rapolas Gražys 1:48:47

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. In this episode, we sit down with visionary guitar designer Rapolas Gražys. A creative force whose instruments are as much about storytelling and emotion as they are about sound. From his studio in Lithuania, Rapolas shares how a childhood steeped in art, architecture, and nature led him to craft guitars from …

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E30 - Wins Worth Celebrating—And the Blocked Bill Battles Still Ahead 22:55

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In this episode of Current Situation, we break down three major developments out of Columbia: A Supreme Court ruling gives South Carolina the green light to block taxpayer funding to abortion providers—what it means and what’s still left to fight for. Despite rising concerns over illegal immigration, every single immigration enforcement bill introd…

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From Wine Cellars to the Workbench: Raymond Kraut’s Path to Luthiery 2:01:07

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Today’s guest is Raymond Kraut, an exceptional luthier whose work blurs the lines between science, art, and soul. In this conversation, Raymond and I dive deep into the evolving craft of guitar making: from the physics of sound and the role of alternative tonewoods like desert ironwood, to the emotional and instinctual layers of artistic expression…

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Going Full Circle: Thobani Ndlovu 1:06:02

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🎙️ The Incredible Machines Podcast – Episode 22: Thobani Ndlovu Leading Through Curiosity Welcome to Episode 22 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Thobani Ndlovu, an architect, author, and TEDx Durban curator, for a deep conversation on creativity, personal growth, and…

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Biography | The Story of Adriano Sergio 51:08

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This week on Life With Strings Attached, we dive into the remarkable story of Adriano Sérgio. An artist, musician, and luthier whose life journey is as inspiring as the guitars he creates. From his early days as a political refugee to military service in Portugal’s elite forces, Adriano’s path has been shaped by resilience, community, and a relentl…

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Episode 41 - Oliver Menadue 53:08

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Oliver Menadue is a UK based sound artist, and creater of the youtube channel Rare Finds Sound Design. Ollie takes his viewers along on his field recording adventures capturing the world one sound at a time through advanced recording techniques and self made microphones. He also crafts those sounds into sound effect packets, sharing his passion for…

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The Anti-Luxury Luthier: Andy Manson on Touch, Tools, and Truth 2:30:22

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Welcome to Life With Strings Attached. In this episode we sit down with master luthier Andy Manson, a maker whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, chaos, and craftsmanship. Andy takes us on a journey through travel, food, culture, and family legacy, weaving personal stories with deep insights into guitar making, materials, and design. …

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Beyond the Numbers: Muhammad Seedat 1:12:42

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Welcome to Episode 20 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Muhammad Seedat, an entrepreneur, media executive, and community leader. From selling chips in school to chairing the board of Hilaal TV, Muhammad’s story is one of hustle, resilience, and hard-earned wisdom. Bei…

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Not Everything Has to Shine | A Conversation with Luthier Mario Beauregard 1:51:33

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On this episode of Life With Strings Attached, we sit down with luthier Mario Beauregard. An innovative guitar maker whose journey spans rural Canada, the streets of Japan, and a lifetime of travel, music, and craftsmanship. Mario shares how his early life experiences shaped his path, the importance of finding balance as a maker, and the emotional …

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Dana Bourgeois: 50 Years of Innovation, Tradition, and Tone 1:53:09

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Today’s guest is a true icon in the world of acoustic guitar making. Someone whose influence has quietly shaped the way modern luthiers build, voice, and imagine the steel-string guitar. With over 50 years of experience at the workbench, Dana Bourgeois has carved out a singular path in the craft, blending deep technical knowledge with a relentless …

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Changing the Formula: Trevor Steyn 58:29

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Welcome to Episode 20 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Trevor Steyn, the founder of Esse Skincare, a pioneer of probiotic science in personal care and a vocal advocate for ethical, purpose-led business. Trevor’s story is one of curiosity, conviction, and courage. Wit…

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Tradition, Disrupted: Fred Kopo’s Uncompromising Approach to Guitar Making 2:04:59

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In this episode of Life with Strings Attached, I sit down with Fred Pons (also known as Fred Kopo) a deeply respected luthier from France whose journey into guitar making began with what he describes as “a slap of inspiration.” At just 16, a visit to a rural guitar workshop with his teacher changed the course of his life. The smell of wood, the cal…

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Biography | Mike Sankey: Building What No One Asked For 1:12:52

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This episode is part of a new Biography Edition of Life With Strings Attached, a space to pause and reflect on the people behind the instruments. It's been our experience that these remarkable ideas come from remarkable people, who have a depth and character that cannot be easily distinguished from the things that they create. This Biography Editio…

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Hearing Your Self: Debra Clelland 1:31:10

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Welcome to another episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this inspiring conversation, Jon Oliff sits down with Debra Clelland, CEO of Deaf Kids International and a powerhouse of perseverance, humility, and vision. From her early days growing up in South Africa and battling feelings of uncertainty, to years spent navigating the high-pressur…

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Episode 40 - John Gale 1:20:36

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John Gale is the head of audio at Creative Technology Island and the front of house engineer for the iconic artist Björk. John has enjoyed two decades of an audio career that spans across live, studio, and post production sound. He has worked with highlighted artists like Brit Award winner Björk, the five time Grammy Award winner Amy Winehouse, and…

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Dan Furman, PhD: What Brain Signals Teach Us About Music, Focus, and Feeling 1:53:58

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Dan Furman, PhD, is a neuroscientist, Harvard graduate, and co-founder of Arctop, a company developing real-time brain-computer interface software that translates electrical activity from the brain into usable data. In this episode, Dan joins Jamie Gale for a far-reaching conversation about music, emotion, memory, and how we might one day listen to…

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Rethinking the Electric Guitar with Two of Its Leading Historians: Jan Herbst & Steve Waksman 2:27:12

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Few people have shaped the way we understand the electric guitar like Jan Herbst and Steve Waksman. Both have spent their careers asking deeper questions about sound, design, meaning, and the role of technology in music. Steve is the author of Instruments of Desire, the first major academic study of the electric guitar. Jan is a leading voice in th…

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Dan Erlewine (StewMac): A Life in Guitar Repair, Innovation, and Legacy 1:40:49

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[re-upload with improved audio quality] Legendary guitar repairman, luthier, and educator Dan Erlewine (StewMac) joins us for a conversation on innovation, legacy, and the craft behind the music. In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, we reflect on Dan’s early inspirations, his journey into guitar building and repair, and the unforeseen inn…

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Relentlessly Relevant: Rich Mulholland 1:14:36

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In Episode 18 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with legendary entrepreneur, speaker, author, and provocateur, Richard Mulholland—the mind behind Missing Link, 21 Tanks, and Too Many Robots—for a deep-dive into creativity, courage, and the art (and science) of relentless reinvention. From his Glasgow roots…

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Episode B3 - Two Year Anniversary 2:50

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Happy two year anniversary and thank you for listening! Merch out now and discounted for the next 24 hours! https://field-and-foley-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support this Podcast If you've enjoyed this episode please consider buying merch or supporting directly via Patreon or Ko-fi where you gain early access to episodes in lossless format and can submi…

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How Michael Tobias Designed the Bass You Didn’t Know You’ve Heard 1:40:45

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Michael Tobias didn’t set out to change the sound of modern music, but that’s exactly what he did. In this episode, he joins Jamie Gale to reflect on five decades of instrument building, from the early days of repairing guitars in Washington, D.C., to founding Tobias Guitars, surviving corporate life at Gibson, and ultimately creating MTD: a brand …

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Getting Lucky: Gordon Reid 51:45

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In Episode 17 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Gordon Reid—financial advisor, philanthropist, and multi-discipline endurance athlete—for a high-energy, heart-led conversation on grit, giving, and growth. From 16-hour days in retail to grueling army marches, to building a print business and pivoting i…

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Episode 39 - Ross Tregenza 1:04:37

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On this episode of Field and Foley my guest is Ross Tregenza, a BAFTA nominated video game composer and sound designer. With an incredible portfolio that includes Helldivers 2, Cyberpunk 2077, DEATHLOOP, and the Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Ross' work has helped to shape the sound of countless iconic games! Support this Podcast If you've enjoyed this e…

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From Hollywood to Handwork: Concept Artist Tim Warnock on Creative Identity 1:52:02

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What does a concept artist who’s worked on Harry Potter, Transformers, and The Expanse have to say about boutique guitars? Plenty, as it turns out. In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale talks with Tim Warnock — a former matte painter at Industrial Light & Magic and co-founder of Northfront Studio — about what it means to build c…

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Gangs, Guitars, and the Grit to Keep Going — Bob Robinson 1:49:58

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What does it take to stay creative in the face of chaos? In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale sits down with Bob Robinson — a luthier, furniture maker, and all-around builder — to hear how his journey took him from working in gang territory on Chicago’s West Side to redefining what it means to make a classical guitar. They expl…

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Being Unstoppable: Cindy Norcott 1:12:02

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In Episode 16, we sit down with Cindy Norcott — entrepreneur, motivational speaker, non-profit founder, and the definition of unstoppable. As the founder of Pro Talent, author of How to Be Unstoppable, and visionary behind the Robin Hood Foundation, Cindy shares her extraordin…

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E29 - Taxation and Representation: The South Carolina Debate 23:26

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In this episode, you'll learn why calling your representatives matters, uncover the effects of the GOP tax bill on taxpayers, dig into the controversy of ‘robbing Peter to pay off Hollywood,’ and explore the debate over eliminating earmarks. Stay informed on issues shaping our state’s future! Tax Increase Chart - https://currentsituationpodcast.com…

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Frank Deimel on Sound, Identity, and Building Guitars That Rebel 1:42:20

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In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale speaks with German luthier Frank Deimel, a builder whose instruments blend fine craftsmanship with punk energy, political commentary, and sonic experimentation. Frank shares the unexpected path that took him from classical guitar dropout to one of the most original voices in modern guitar ma…

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Isaac Jang on Legacy, Faith, and the Craft of Making Happy Guitars 1:48:37

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[re-upload with highly improved audio] In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale sits down with luthier Isaac Jang — one of the most admired voices in the modern guitar world — to explore what it means to build instruments that don’t just sound beautiful, but feel meaningful. From a decade-long apprenticeship with Kathy Wingert to l…

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Growing Greatness: Dr Pepe Marais 1:45:31

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In Episode 15 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Dr Pepe Marais—co-founder of Joe Public and South African thought leader on conscious leadership—for a profound conversation on purpose, personal transformation, and the creative power of business. From near-death experiences to overcoming social phobia,…

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Rewiring the Brain: Living, Creating, and Surviving with Intention | J. Galen Buckwalter 1:58:56

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J. Galen Buckwalter is a research psychologist with over 30 years of experience exploring the intersection of psychology, technology, and human behavior. He started his career as a research professor at the University of Southern California and later developed a behavioural outcomes research program at Kaiser Permanente. But many will know him best…

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Episode 38 - Amelia Jones 1:02:49

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Amelia Jones is an award winning vocalist, known for her crystal clear tone and emotionally rich performances. Her voice has been featured in award winning video games and productions like Hollow knight, Alan Wake 2, Visions, Eden, and one of my personal favorites, Slay the Princess. Based in Bristol, she continues to captivate audiences worldwide …

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Deconstructing the Guitar: A Whole New Approach | Michihiro Matsuda 1:51:25

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Over the last two decades, Michihiro Matsuda has crafted some of the most innovative and inspiring guitars in the world. His work seamlessly blends tradition and creativity, reflecting his deep Japanese heritage and culture. The principles of contemplation and reflection—so central to Japanese philosophy—are evident in every instrument he builds. B…

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E28 - Navigating South Carolina's Budget Crisis 22:55

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In this episode of Current Situation, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the recent budget proposals and the Freedom Caucus's efforts to cut over a billion dollars from the state's budget. They dig into the implications of government spending, the importance of tax cuts, and the performance of legisla…

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No Retreat, No Surrender: Oscar Chalupsky 1:12:28

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Welcome to another powerful episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In Episode 14, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Oscar Chalupsky, a world champion paddler, Olympian, and endurance athlete, to discuss his unbreakable mindset, defying the odds, and what it takes to achieve sustained success. From winning his first world championsh…