Best Gee Lee Podcasts (2025)

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Michelle Lynne: How to be Fearless 52:54

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This week we share a special joint episode with Michelle Lynne, co-creator of The Fearless Artist Mastermind and host of The Fearless Artist podcast. The two podcast hosts discuss life as an artist, how to lead from one's values, and how to trust yourself. Episode is available on both shows. Discover more about Michelle's work: https://michellelynn…

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Emily Gee: Musicians' Health and Wellness 54:23

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This week we feature Dr. Emily Gee, the Director of the Musicians’ Wellness Program at the University of Colorado in Boulder. She is a licensed physical therapist (PT) and certified yoga instructor with a background in music. As a cellist, she battled playing-related injuries during music conservatory that led to a career path. Throughout her own p…

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Neha Dias: Resilience, Creativity, and Finding our Strength 37:56

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CONTENT WARNING: Suicide, Domestic violence, abuse In this heartfelt episode, host Pallavi sits down with fitness coach, content creator, and former competitive figure skater Neha Alisha Dias. Neha opens up about her powerful journey of resilience, from dealing with a double concussion that brought her skating career to an early end, to overcoming …

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Ella Lee: Finding Where We Belong 1:10:01

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In this special joint episode with The Classical Circuit host Ella Lee, Pallavi and Ella discuss growing up as children of immigrants, discovering their voices beyond the piano, and redefining belonging in classical music. Their conversation offers an inspiring reminder that there’s space for everyone in this industry, and that by pursuing what’s a…

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Jonathan Biss: Anxiety, Acceptance, and Reclaiming Oneself 1:15:25

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In this deeply personal opening episode of Season 8, pianist Jonathan Biss joins host Pallavi Mahidhara for a courageous conversation about mental health, living with anxiety, and the emotional complexities of life as an artist. Together they explore identity, vulnerability, and the lifelong journey of understanding oneself on and offstage, offerin…

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43: Chaos Melee Boogaloo 2:31:50

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DrumCorpsAF 43 - Chaos Melee Boogaloo - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Sage Lee talk about the 2025 season in retrospect, and all the useless “what ifs” that go along with that sort of thing, as well as some opinions from listeners like you. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b-xCZkK4yFWf57RoxLsPnWePGJPTn_ZC3DHTPAgmxl0/edit?usp=sharing C…

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Minisode: Member Safety - SCV 1:44:49

3M ago1:44:49

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Minisode - Member Safety - SCV: SCV alumni Megan Yankee and Shayna Grajo join host Fossil Chops to talk about the abuse they endured at Santa Clara Vanguard during their marching experiences. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don…

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Irene Abrigo: The Freelance Musician's Life 37:07

3M ago37:07

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Our Season 7 finale features violinist Irene Abrigo. She is a performer and teacher, runs her own festival and non profit, and is committed to her social responsibility as an artist. Her academy, Fast Fingers, Slow Life, is a holistic approach to a musician's journey. We discuss how she balances all the facets of her artistry, while taking care of …

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Elvira van Groningen: Focal Dystonia, Timani, and Musicians' Health 50:27

4M ago50:27

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Dutch violinist Elvira van Groningen is specialized in musicians' health. After unexpectedly dealing with focal dystonia during her musical studies, she has dedicated the past decade to arming herself with tools and knowledge during her training as a Timani teacher, which focuses on the anatomy and movement necessary to play with optimal effectiven…

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Kalena Bovell: The Importance of Being Heard 43:39

4M ago43:39

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Afro-Latina conductor, Kalena Bovell, shares her unique journey into classical music. Largely self-taught in her early years, she came to music later than most and navigated a path that was far from traditional. She discusses the importance of forging one's own path in the face of systemic barriers, and reflects on the deeper risks women face when …

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42: Drum Corps as Sports Teams - The Ultimate Battle of (Dim)Wits 2:10:54

4M ago2:10:54

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DrumCorpsAF 42 - Drum Corps as Sports Teams: The Ultimate Battle of (Dim) Wits - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Nikki Brose are joined by Jolly Green of Drunk Corps Int. and our special guests Jordan and Beth from the Sickos Committee podcast to talk about 2025 so far, drum corps as sports teams, and a whole tangent of random other subjects. We want …

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Dr. Esther Kim: Expanding our Identities 37:12

4M ago37:12

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Dr. Esther Kim is a former violinist turned psychiatrist, practicing at Adelpha Psychiatric Group. We discuss her intense beginnings of a musical career, the subsequent burnout, and the sudden spark and shift into medicine and psychiatry. Learn more about Dr. Kim: https://www.adelphapsych.com/provider/esther-kim-m-d Online Shop: ⁠https://the-consci…

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Dr. Frederic Bien - Personality Disorders and Awareness 1:01:04

4M ago1:01:04

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TW: This episode discusses personality disorders. This week we are joined by Dr. Frederic Bien, President of the Personality Disorders Awareness Network (PDAN). He has served as Director of Development and was on the Board of National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder. This conversation sheds light on the different types of per…

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Ágnes Vass: Body, Mind, and Music 41:58

4M ago41:58

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Hungarian flutist Ágnes Vass speaks about her work as Co-Principal Flutist of the Bremerhaven Philharmonic Orchestra, alongside being a certified yoga teacher and meditation and breathwork instructor. Also the creator of Body Mind Music Lab, her diverse passions and skills combine art and mindfulness, enriching both her musical practice and her per…

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41: 2025 First Impressions 1:49:41

5M ago1:49:41

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DrumCorpsAF 41 - 2025 Initial Impressions - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Nikki Brose get together to talk about their initial impressions and reactions to the first shows of 2025. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don’t forget to…

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Minisode - Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Percussion 1:07:54

5M ago1:07:54

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DrumCorpsAF Minisode - Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Percussion - Host Fossil Chops is joined by Jeff Ream to talk all about the 2025 WGI Percussion championships and stuff. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym. Leave us a review on iTunes…

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 1:11

6M ago1:11

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Announcing the official launch of The Conscious Artist®️ Online Shop! Logo and merchandise designed exclusively for the store by Pallavi Mahidhara. You can browse t-shirts, mugs and more to help support mental health awareness. Site currently intended for US customers only - international shipping rates and taxes apply - but stay tuned for the EU s…

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Bonus Episode: Reflections with Pallavi Mahidhara 6:02

6M ago6:02

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A special bonus episode with your host, Pallavi Mahidhara, reflecting on the conversations in Season 6, and looking forward to Season 7. I love being able to give back with this podcast and the content I share. That's why I invest my time and money into The Conscious Artist® - because I am committed to contributing positive change to our industry a…

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Neelam Pure Health: Nutrition, Supplements, and Hormone Balance 36:37

6M ago36:37

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IIN Certified Health and Wellness Coach Neelam Daswani talks us through nutrition, supplements, and hormone balance, as she guides us with advice on how to be our optimal selves. Book a complimentary consultation with Neelam: https://neelampurehealth.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/…

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Susan Zhang: The Importance of Community 32:41

7M ago32:41

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This episode features Susan Zhang, co-founder of The Concert Truck - a traveling music venue that strengthens communities by redefining the concert experience and making live music accessible to everyone. We chat about the importance of failing, how growing through discomfort frees us from internal and external restraints, and the importance of com…

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Darryl Laycock - Beyond the Bullets Surviving the Streets: From Manchester Gun Wars to Giving Back - Fighting Demons Podcast - Jon Edge & Matty Edge 1:08:56

7M ago1:08:56

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Fighting Demons Podcast, we sit down with Darryl Laycock, a man who lived through one of the darkest chapters of Manchester's criminal underworld. From surviving over 30 assassination attempts to being a central figure in the infamous Moss Side gun wars, Darryl’s journey is as shocking as it is inspiri…

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Stephen Emmer: Dealing with loss of hearing and tinnitus as a musician 47:14

7M ago47:14

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Composer and arranger Stephen Emmer takes us on a very personal journey through loss of hearing in his left ear, developing tinnitus, and finding the will to continue creating art and music through it all. Listen to Stephen's music: https://stephenemmer.com/ Learn about the foundation: https://artistsagainsttinnitus.org/en/ Follow us on Instagram: …

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Rachel Fenlon: Owning Failure 36:36

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Multi-faceted singer and pianist Rachel Fenlon reflects how stepping beyond the traditional classical path has given her artistic freedom and a truer sense of identity, while learning to embrace failure has shifted her perspective from judgment to curiosity. Discover Rachel's work: https://www.rachelfenlon.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousart…

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Ab Sengupta: Our Lived Experiences 51:35

7M ago51:35

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Ab Sengupta, Director of Artistic Planning at Carnegie Hall, shares his experiences growing up as a multicultural child of immigrant parents. Through a variety of roles as a student of both Economics and Music, an orchestral musician, and a music administrator, Ab shares his wisdom about the "lived experiences" each of us can attest to, and the imp…

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Minisode: Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Guard 1:33:38

7M ago1:33:38

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DrumCorpsAF Minisode - Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Guard - Host Fossil Chops is joined by Jeremy and Nicole from the On A Water Break Podcast to talk all about the 2025 WGI Guard championships and explain what a drop spin is to Fossil Chops for the fifth time. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your bes…

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Pallavi Mahidhara: Being Kind To Yourself 17:48

8M ago17:48

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In the opening episode of Season 6, your host, Pallavi Mahidhara, shares her perspective on perfectionism, boundaries, and having compassion for yourself. This season very spontaneously developed common themes through the conversations with our guests around finding ones identity, struggling with perfectionism and failure, and learning how to trust…

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40: We're Over the Hill 1:59:31

10M ago1:59:31

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DrumCorpsAF 40 - We’re Over the Hill - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Sage Lee are joined by special guests Kevin Stone and Kenzee Hales to talk about various personal drum corps experiences, our Top 10 “Dead Corps” Shows, and the Spirit of Atlanta going on trial. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your b…

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39: [Insert Creative Title Here] Part II 1:09:21

1y ago1:09:21

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DrumCorpsAF 39 Part II - [Insert Creative Title Here] - Fossil Chops and Jeff Ream get together to give us the rundown about everything in DCI this year that wasn’t in the Top 12. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don’t forget to…

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39: [Insert Creative Title Here] 2:01:04

1y ago2:01:04

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DrumCorpsAF 39 - [Insert Creative Title Here] - Fossil Chops, Sage Lee, special guest Jeffery Reckis, and the DrumCorpsAF community give us their thoughts and hot takes about the entirety of the 2024 drum corps season. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real n…

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Paul Harding - From 30 Years in Prison to Overcoming Mistakes & Drugs: Guiding Youth to Avoid Crime - Fighting Demons Podcast - Jon Edge & Matty Edge 48:22

1+ y ago48:22

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Send us a text In this compelling and deeply personal account, Paul Harding, once known as one of the most feared figures in the #liverpool underworld, opens up about his life, his mistakes, and his mission to steer young people away from crime. Known as "The Silent Assassin," Paul earned respect and notoriety across the prison system as one of the…

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Minisode 062824: DCI Central Indiana Review 32:20

1+ y ago32:20

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Sage takes a solo, rough cut episode to review the 2nd show of the season, DCI Central Indiana. What do they think of Blue Stars, Cavaliers, Phantom Regiment, Colts, Boston and Crown? Listen, dammit!! We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym…

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38: 2024 Season Preview 1:32:44

1+ y ago1:32:44

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DrumCorpsAF 38 - 2024 Season Preview Fossil Chops, Nikki, Jeff Ream, and the DrumCorpsAF community give us their best insights and wacky predictions about the upcoming 2024 drum corps season. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don…

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37: Best Brass Lines 1:58:26

1+ y ago1:58:26

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DrumCorpsAF 37 - Best Brass Lines J. Sage Lee and Fossil Chops are joined by Paris Foreman and Jared Buchsbaum along with the DrumCorpsAF community to talk about our favorite hornlines and brass sections over the years. Hilarity ensues. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You c…

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Minisode: The Cadets are Dead 1:32:21

1+ y ago1:32:21

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Minisode - The Cadets are Dead. The gang’s all here as Cadets alumnus Rick Wygant joins Nikki, Jeff Ream, and Fossil Chops to talk about the recent bankruptcy declaration by DCI’s oldest corps, The Cadets. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseu…

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RIP OJ SIMPSON 6:01

1+ y ago6:01

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On this episode I discuss the passing of Hall of Famer Oj Simpson. I also go into detail as to why he didn't kill his ex wife or Ron Goldman.

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36: Best of DCAF So Far 2:09:41

1+ y ago2:09:41

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The Best of Drum Corps AF (So far). Host Fossil Chops goes all the way back to the beginning of Drum Corps AF and replays some of our favorite moments from the first 15 episodes. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don’t forget to …

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Minisode: MAASIN March With Pride Scholarship Fundraiser 20:31

1+ y ago20:31

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Minisode - MAASIN March With Pride Scholarship Fundraiser Rand Clayton and Sara Bowden join host Fossil Chops as they lay out in detail the 2024 iteration of the March With Pride Scholarship Fund(raiser), and what you can do to help prospective marching members of the LGBTQIA+ community succeed in their amibitions. We want to hear YOUR voices - cal…

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Suuvi: Personal Transformation 44:05

1+ y ago44:05

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In this season finale, we are joined for the first time by a past guest, cellist and interdisciplinary artist Suuvi. Formerly known as Sophia Bacelar, she shares with us her personal transformation journey, through transcendental meditation, neuro feedback therapy, and learning to know herself truly in spite of all the outside noise. Discover more …

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Markus Wyler: The Agent's Perspective 49:36

2y ago49:36

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Secretary General of the Geza Anda Foundation and Competition, Markus Wyler, joins us in a discussion about the relationship between an artist and their agent, and the expectations versus reality aspects in his vast experience in music management, advisory roles, and dramaturg. Read more about the Geza Anda Foundation: https://geza-anda.ch/the-foun…

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Pallavi Mahidhara: Showing Up 11:13

2y ago11:13

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Your very own host, Pallavi Mahidhara, shares her experiences and insights into what it means to show up for oneself, so that we can show up well for others. Discover more about Pallavi: https://www.pallavimahidhara.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support the show This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with…

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Marina Naredo: Eating Disorders, Physical Injuries, and Self-Acceptance 30:07

2y ago30:07

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Content Warning: Eating Disorders Violist Marina Naredo joins us in a very personal conversation about her healing through eating disorders, physical injuries, and the courageous path of self-acceptance. If you or anyone you know are experiencing an eating disorder, here are some resources: US: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help/ US S…

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Liz VanZandt: Reconnecting with your senses and joy 36:36

2y ago36:36

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In this episode, we chat with Liz VanZandt, an energy healer and intuitive, as she guides us through a psychology-informed roadmap to connect with and strengthen our relationship with joy and the senses. Book a session with Liz: https://www.evzhealing.com/about Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support the show This is a public episod…

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Joshua Stewart: The Unheard Voices 35:45

2y ago35:45

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Talented tenor Joshua Stewart shares an honest view of why it is necessary to fight to stay authentic to yourself in a sometimes inauthentic world, and how he is committed to helping better our industry. Discover more about Josh here: https://joshuasstewart.com/ Listen to artists from Saint Seba Records: https://www.saintsebarecords.com/ Follow us …

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Sumina Studer: Finding Your Place 36:31

2y ago36:31

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Violinist and Social media expert Sumina Studer joins us in a lively conversation about finding your place and forging your own path as an artist and a human being. Read more about Sumina here: https://www.suminastuder.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support the show This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this w…

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Denis Kozhukhin: The Artist's Life 55:08

2y ago55:08

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In this episode, pianist Denis Kozhukhin shares a raw and intimate view into an artist's life, the challenges of a traveling artist, and the difficulties one faces during constantly changing geo-political climates. Discover more about Denis here: https://deniskozhukhin.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support the show This is a …

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Sir András Schiff: The Human Capacity 43:19

2y ago43:19

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In this Season 5 opener, we are joined by the incomparable Sir András Schiff in an intimate and personal conversation about the importance of taking care of yourself as an artist and a human being, why music and politics are inseparable, and the human capacity. Find Sir András Schiff's concert schedule here: https://www.kirshbaumassociates.com/arti…

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35: Best of the Boston Crusaders 1:26:10

2y ago1:26:10

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The Best of the Boston Crusaders. Host Fossil Chops joins our panelists Jeff Ream, Nikki Brose’, and the Drum Corps AF community to talk about their favorite shows from the Boston Crusaders. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don’…

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Minisode: Drum Corps TEA Episode 1 30:43

2y ago30:43

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DrumCorpsAF Minisode - Drum Corps TEA Episode 1 Host Nikki Brose joins Fossil Chops to catch up on all the latest happenings in the world of DCI (including the Cadets going inactive, corps folding, and not one, but TWO lawsuits). We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use …

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Minisode: DCA With Jeff Ream 16:44

2y ago16:44

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Minisode - DCA With Jeff Ream Host Jeff Ream gives us a comprehensive look at Drum Corps Associates history, and their final season as an independent circuit in 2023. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don’t forget to leave us a r…

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Minisode: Robert W. Smith 1:25:39

2y ago1:25:39

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Minisode - Robert W. Smith. Host Fossil Chops joins J. Sage Lee, Jeff Ream, and Paris Foreman to remember the enormous contributions that Robert brought to the drum corps world, much of which is unknown to the activity to this day. We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can us…