Best Devotion Records Podcasts (2026)

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WRAPPING UP A BIG YEAR WITH MATTHEW PAIGE AND A NEW BARITONE GUITAR BY SILVERTONE| The Lipstick Pickup Ep.34 56:21

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Send us a text Nashville's Matthew Paige returns to The Lipstick Pickup Podcast to help Emily wrap up 2025 and ring in the new Silvertone Baritone Guitar. It was a Big Year for bari-TONE and a Big Year for them, come join the fun.By Emily Vardaman Walters

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FOR THE RECORD: THE DANELECTRO JOURNAL WITH WRITER JIM WASHBURN | The Lipstick Pickup Ep.33 1:38:11

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Send us a text Jim Washburn's relationship with Danelectro influenced his love of guitars and it also ignited his career as a journalist and writer on the subject. He's been a valued resource to The Lipstick Pickup Podcast and in this episode, Emily calls him Costa Mesa, California to hear more about his extensive knowledge about these instruments,…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT A CLASSIC CAPTAIN BILLY'S MAGIC 8 BALL REWIND: NEIL DIAMOND SOARS WITH HIS SPIRIT ANIMAL, JONATHAN LIVINGSTON SEAGULL. 45:55

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SPIRIT ANIMAL JONATHAN LIVINGSTON SEAGULL by Neil Diamond (Columbia, 1973) There were alot of self-help manuals popularized in the 70’s; I remember gifting my mother the book “Your Eronneous Zones” (but that’s another story)…. My acting teacher in college based her syllabus on Eric Berne’s “I’m Ok, You’re Ok”. But one of the biggest New Age parable…

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THE SPLENDID BOHO GOES TO: TRAIN DREAMS! BILL AND RICH NOMINATE THIS METAPHYSICAL MASTERPIECE FOR FILM OF THE YEAR, WITH BACKING BY NICK CAVE, JACKSON BROWNE, TOM RUSH, GREGG ALLMAN, AND TOM WAITS. HAPPY ... 18:04

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There have been a lot of good to great films released this year - serious films, films with urgent political underpinnings, films that mix satire, pathos, and artistic ambition with such style that it salves my damaged psyche with a hope that there will be a light at the end of this dark tunnel in which we currently find ourselves. While there is a…

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41. Other Bible Translations: We've Got Options 40:23

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It’s always been okay to use different Bible translations, but the Church’s recent change gives us a nudge toward using translations that are newer and based on better sources than the King James Version. We chat through our favorite translations, and how you should spend time with the version of the Bible that brings you closer to Christ… whether …

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THE CALL OF THE WILD WITH NYC PARK RANGER AND GUITARIST ROB MASTRIANNI | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 32 1:16:59

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Send us a text NYC Park Ranger/Guitarist Rob Mastrianni returns to The Lipstick Pickup Podcast to help Emily wrap up her Big Year and discuss the Naturalist's approach to music and gear. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Lipstick Pickup Podcast 02:34 Rob Mastrianni: The Electric Sitar Enthusiast 05:12 Memorable Performances and Venues 05:38 The Be…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS OFFER A TRIPLE-PLAY DEVOTIONAL PROGRAM DELIVERED BY JAN AND DEAN, TOM JONES, AND EVIL WIENER. 13:43

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“You gotta have faith,” George Michael sang a long time ago. Given the unfortunate fate that befell that conflicted artist, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect upon how hard it is to find inner peace, and make a commitment to whatever faith you still possess during this Christmas season. Life is very complicated right now and holding on to love, …

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6 | Feeling It All: Navigating Heavy Emotions During Holidays and Birthdays 14:16

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Certain dates can stir unexpected emotions—holidays, birthdays, and other milestones often bring up grief, longing, joy, or a mix of feelings. In this short solo episode, Arielle reflects on the experience of feeling it all on her birthday and offers gentle guidance for approaching emotions with curiosity rather than judgment. Listeners are invited…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT A "DOUBLE TROUBLE" CHRISTMAS CRACKER! TWO HOLIDAY DELICACIES TO GET THE FESTIVITIES STARTED - WITH HARVEY KEITEL AND THE TURTLES. DOUBLE DOWN!! 19:14

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Today, we feature a Christmas cracker that offers some new perspectives on one of our most treasured holiday traditions - The Xmas Song: First, The Turtles, singing “Christmas is My Time of Year,” then, the esteemed actor, Harvey Keitel, telling an off the wall Christmas story, from the film Smoke. Putting on a favorite holiday tape or CD as you wr…

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40. What Would You Change About Church Meetings? 35:31

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Our church meetings have had a very similar feel or vibe for basically our whole lives. Maybe a few things have changed here and there, but it has been pretty consistent for a lot of years. What would a revamp look like? Would there be a benefit in refocusing our meetings on the Savior? Could we make room for more spiritual experiences and connecti…

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FLYIN' HIGH WITH IAN WILLIAMS OF NEPCO GUITARS | The Lipstick Pickup Ep.31 1:13:02

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Send us a text In this episode I call Des Moines, Iowa to talk to Ian Williams, the man behind Nepco Guitars, a revered and respected "recreationist" of classic Danelectro design theory. The spirit of evolution is alive and well in his wild imagination and craftsmanship and here's something about his history with music, guitar collecting and buildi…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS EXTEND AN INVITATION TO PARTAKE IN SOME INSTRUMENTAL INSPIRATIONS! ANOTHER TWO-FER OF CLASSIC "STACK OF 45s" EPISODES WITH THE VENTURES AND JOE MEEK'S TORNADOS. ENJOY!! 57:11

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Rich and I are having a ball, reliving our memorable episodes and sharing the cream with you. Today we feature two dynamic instrumental tracks that warranted some our closer scrutiny: Hawaii 5-0 by the Ventures, and Telstar by the Tornados (written and produced by the legendary Joe Meek.By Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik

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5 | The Power of Surrender, Worthiness & Microdosing with Rachel Pastor 44:57

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In this episode, Arielle is joined by Rachel Pastor. A visionary entrepreneur, transformation expert, and advocate for holistic wellness. After surviving a five-year battle with heroin addiction and homelessness, Rachel rebuilt her life through devotion, discipline, and deep inner work. Today, she channels her lived wisdom into helping others heal …

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39. Depictions of Jesus: The Good, the Bad, and... 33:56

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What did Jesus look like? And, notably, why does it matter? Depictions of Jesus have changed a lot over time, from dark skin and light skin to gentle and fierce. But the most important thing is that everybody is able to see themselves in deity, and understand that they too are divine. In this episode, we reference the following images and book if y…

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How Erbology Turns Nature’s Rituals into Modern Medicine 33:07

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Send us a text In this third episode of the Farmatuur Podcast, we dive into the world of Erbology together with co-founder Irina. Irina takes us back to her childhood in Moldova, where summers were spent in her grandmother’s garden, a place filled with herbs drying on newspapers, homemade tinctures and the quiet wisdom of plants. That early connect…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - IN PRAISE OF A PRODUCER: CELEBRATING THE ARTISTRY OF JEFF LYNNE. DOUBLE DOWN!! 13:01

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I hear Jeff Lynne has recently been sidelined by a mysterious infection, and had to cancel some performances. We wish the revered music producer and founder of ELO good health and a quick recovery. Today, Bill and Rich, The Splendid Bohemians would like to celebrate this versatile Rock stylist by playing two cuts separated by decades, from two vast…

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ON THIS THANKSGIVING, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOU! HERE IS A GENEROUS HELPING OF SOME HOLIDAY TRADITION: ALICE'S RESTAURANT BY ARLO GUTHRIE. 18:31

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Reflecting upon this landmark recording made me realize how much Arlo and his song had been fundamental to my life-long, anti-authoritarian world view. And how, years later, when the war had escalated, and my turn came up for the draft, even though I escaped with a high lottery number, I was already weighing my draft dodging options. I was only 14 …

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38. Avoiding Contention, Even When We Think We're Right 38:16

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We are probably all guilty of participating in negative conversations on the internet. Why are they so easy to fall into? We know it is tempting to want to set someone straight and point out all the ways they are causing harm with their viewpoint. But what would happen if we just kept scrolling? We acknowledge that sometimes we have to say somethin…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - PRETTY PUNKS WITH X-RAY SPEX AND THE PRETENDERS. DOUBLE DOWN!! 12:09

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Love comes in many forms - sometimes confrontational. Today’s episode is a paean to a couple of dominating dames that lit up the punk scene in the late 70s. Johnny Rotten once stated that the only person that actually frightened him was the gone too soon, Poly Styrene of X-Ray Spex. That product of a Somali father and a British mother railed agains…

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BROOKLYN BLUES WITH GUITARIST/ RECORDING VETERAN HUGH POOL | The Lipstick Pickup Ep.30 1:38:16

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Send us a text Emily places a call to Excello Recording of Brooklyn, New York to talk to the multi-talented guitarist/music producer Hugh Pool about his career, his studio, and his collection of notable lipstick pickup guitars. Hugh shares his journey as a musician and producer, highlighting the importance of community, collaboration, and the evolu…

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4 | Threads of the New Earth: A Sacred Storytelling Journey with Arielle Coree 29:17

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This episode is a sacred storytelling journey and an invitation to witness the evolution of a vision, to feel the guidance of Spirit, and to see how all the threads of Arielle’s work - devotion, mentorship, community, and creation- all come together to serve the emergence of the new Earth. She opens the doors to her world, reflecting on the iterati…

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37. It Doesn't Have To Happen To You For It To Matter To You 32:36

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Is it possible for two people to feel very differently about the same Sunday School lesson? You bet. Is it possible for one person to feel welcome in their ward, and another person to feel unwelcome in the same ward? For sure. Sometimes we get so locked in on our own experience that we end up invalidating the experience of others. In this episode w…

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BILL AND RICH, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS ARE THRILLED TO OPEN THEIR TREASURE CHEST OF NEW ORLEANS JEWELS FOR YOUR DELIGHT: TWO ARCHIVAL STACK O’ 45s THAT GLITTER AND SHINE, WITH IRMA THOMAS AND ERNIE K. DOE ... 43:25

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We’re so glad you’re enjoying our meanderings down memory lane to rediscover these classic Stack o’ 45s episodes you might have missed. We’re having a ball reminiscing about some of The Splendid Bohemians finest moments, so grab a Sazerac and kick back with the boys as you dig on this pair of Delta Royals: Miss Irma Thomas, The Soul Queen of New Or…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - NO REGRETS: WITH JACKSON BROWNE, LUZ CASAL, DAVID LINDLEY, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT & SARA BAREILLES. DOUBLE DOWN!! 15:15

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Edit Piaf once famously sang “Je Regrette Rien” (I Regret Nothing), and listening to the following heart wrenching live performances, I’m reminded that anyone claiming that spiritual stance must be in denial - or, crowing in battered defiance in order to buttress themselves against the memory of life’s cavalcade of pain and tortured conscience. For…

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3 | The Akashic Records, Inner Authority, and Conscious Technology with Ellen Dobie-Geffen 38:25

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In this episode, Arielle is joined by Ellen Dobie-Geffen, founder of Ether to Earth, Akashic Records reader, and intuitive guide devoted to helping others remember their inner authority and awaken the intelligence of their soul. Together, they explore the sacred balance between inquiry and knowing, technology and consciousness, and the invitation t…

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36. "We Had Hoped"—And We Still Do 34:21

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Talking about hope can go in so many different directions. We try to keep it away from a toxic positivity version as much as we can. Hope can be in specific things or more broad. In this episode, we talk about the story from the Bible where Jesus joins two men on the road to Emmaus. Join us as we dive into what we can learn about hope from this sto…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - TO BE OR NOT TO BE? A QUESTION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON, POSED BY NICK DRAKE AND WILL OLDHAM. DOUBLE DOWN!! 14:17

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As the holidays roll around, and daylight retracts, the thoughts also cloud over to infuse the mind with a grayish motif. We’re encouraged to gather our loved ones close and practice gratitude for life’s bounty. But, what if life’s gifts have been obscured by the overwhelming influence of a mortal depression, a reflection of the disconnect between …

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! ANOTHER STACK O 45s TWO-FER FROM BILL AND RICH, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS - TWO ESTIMABLE SIRENS WHO’VE SPANNED THE SPECTRUM OF POP - PEGGY LEE (1920-2002), AND LESLIE GORE (1946-2015 ... 36:45

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You asked, and we answered. Since you enjoyed the Bobbie Gentry vs. Joey Heatherton marathon smackdown so much, we've resurrected two more tantalizing STACK O 45s archival episodes to enrich your day and fire your imaginations: You Don't Own Me by Leslie Gore, and Is That All There Is? by the one and only Peggy Lee.…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT A BRILL BUILDING TRIPLE PLAY: WONDERWOMEN WHO ROCKED THE MAN'S WORLD, WITH CATHY CARROLL, EARL-JEAN MCCRAE, AND TRACEY DEY. 11:34

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There is an interesting theme coursing through these are three dynamic pop hits of the Brill Building era, all by one hit wonders, sung by extraordinary, up and coming stylists, and crafted by some of the most influential music men of the time: Cathy Carroll’s 1962 hit, “Poor Little Puppet” (produced and arranged by Stan Applebaum, written by Howar…

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2 | Heart Frequency & The Path of Presence with Javanne Golob 38:58

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Today, Arielle is joined by Javanne Golob, a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and energy healer based in California. A descendant of Holocaust survivors, Javanne’s life and practice are shaped by a deep understanding of resilience, strength, and the capacity to bring light into places of darkness. She sees trauma and pain as initia…

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35. What is Shaping Your Identity? 33:04

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We all have a bunch of different things that make up our identity—from our favorite sports teams to our preferred political party. The problem comes when those things get in the way of living a Christ-like life. If a part of our identity is making us hateful toward another group of people, then our priorities are mixed up.…

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Alchemy of Purity: How Dr. Doris Brandhuber Turns Chemistry into Conscious Beauty 37:27

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Doris Brandhuber, the brilliant chemist and co-founder of Less is More, whose journey from a small lab behind a hair salon to pioneering clean beauty is nothing short of inspiring. Doris shares how her deep love for nature and her scientific expertise in biomimetic formulations came together to r…

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1 | Voice, Womanhood & Divine Remembrance with Alizee LaRoche 46:48

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In this episode, Arielle is joined by Alizee LaRoche, an alchemist, soul guide, medium, and creator devoted to helping women awaken their voice, reconnect with play, reclaim their power, and remember the divinity woven through all of life. This conversation is raw and deeply human, a true remembrance of what it means to live as both woman and soul.…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIAN'S BATTLE OF THE TEENAGE CRUSHES: JOEY HEATHERTON VS BOBBIE GENTRY. RICH AND BILL GO HEAD TO HEAD ON TWO STACK OF 45'S. DOUBLE DOWN!! 1:13:22

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Was it really a simpler time, way back when? As teenagers, Rich and I pined for those older women who seemed to embody the tidal pulse of desire. For me, it was the Delta song-spinner Bobbie Gentry, whose Ode to Billie Joe, a mystery delivered in honeyed, but troubling tones, captured the world's - and, my imagination; for Rich, it was the slinky s…

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34. Making Change in the Church 33:46

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Is change possible in the church? We may not have access to make official changes for the whole church, but we can absolutely advocate for change in our homes and wards. As Sister Becky Craven said, “Enduring to the end means changing to the end.” Change may be scary, but it is necessary as we work to build Zion here on earth.…

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THE LA DODGERS REPEAT!!!! THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS CELEBRATE THE BUOYS OF SUMMER WITH OUR MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO BASEBALL! 15:58

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In the mood for some baseball? Of course you are; it’s still our national pastime, after all, despite the threat of encroachment by football, soccer, basketball, Nascar and Monster Trucks. And now that the innovation of the pitch clock has trimmed down the times of games, it’s a little more dynamic than it used to be back in those lazy, hazy, crazy…

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Coolorblind - A Thousand And One Reasons EP [Devotion Records] Previews 3:14

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Bandcamp: https://devotionrecords.bandcamp.com/album/a-thousand-and-one-reasonsBeatport: https://bit.ly/4322DrrJuno: https://bit.ly/4hyjV5ASpotify: https://bit.ly/4322LXXApple: https://bit.ly/4hrQUbADeezer: https://bit.ly/47oJCRlFollow Devotion Records:www.instagram.com/devotionrecswww.facebook.com/devotionrecords…

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SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE - THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS OFFER A REVIEW OF THE FILM ALONG WITH TUNES THAT ACKNOWLEDGE THE BOSS'S INFLUENCE AND INFLUENCES, WITH PETE SEEGER AND RYAN ADAMS. 10:47

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Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere is one of the best depictions of the creative process that I’ve ever seen, exploring where an artist’s ideas come from: those sources, personal and environmental that are processed via one’s family history, dreams, desires - and are then delivered through said artist’s private relationship with their tools - (in…

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GOIN' GREEK WITH MATTHEW PAIGE AND A DANELECTRO BELLZOUKI | The Lipstick Pickup Ep.29 45:06

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Send us a text Emily and DeeOhGee's Matthew Paige delve into the fascinating history of the Bellzouki, a unique 12-string electric guitar. They explore its history, cultural significance, and the impact it has had on various music genres. Matthew shares his personal experience with the instrument, discussing its features and the challenges of playi…

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Your Retreat Is Art: Saraswati, Strategy & the Movement Behind the Magic 17:50

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What if your retreat wasn’t just a retreat — but a ripple that lasts a lifetime? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, we explore how to build a retreat-based business that feels like art, creates soul-level impact, and invites your people into something much bigger than just another weekend away. Rooted in the essence of Saraswati, the Hin…

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33. Err on the Side of Mercy 34:15

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Mercy might be the only thing that can heal our society. We talk in this episode about how showing mercy means recognizing and centering the human dignity in another person. It doesn’t mean excusing behavior, but it does mean seeking to understand even those who are wildly different from us.By Anne and Roger Pimentel

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32. You Can't Explain Spiritual Things 31:06

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When we go to church, are we having the same experience as the person sitting next to us? When we try to explain our spiritual experiences, can we ever explain what we have felt or learned in a way that the other person will fully understand? Since our perspectives and experiences are vastly different, that means it is up to each one of us to make …

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THEY'RE BACK!!! A DIG THIS HALLOWEEN SPECIAL- "IF YOU HAVE GHOSTS"- THE ROKY ERICKSON ICING ON YOUR HALLOWED CUPCAKE OF TERROR! FEAR, FUN AND ROCKIN' ANCIENT HISTORY FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY FEATURING BILL ... 10:19

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IT IS TIME TO WALK WITH THE ZOMBIES! ' WELCOME TO THE PORTAL NO ONE LEAVES ALIVE. HALLOWEEN IS UPON US, AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE THIS TERRIFYING TRADITION THAN A "DIG THIS" JOURNEY INTO THE THE NIGHT OF THE VAMPIRE. YOU WILL BE TRANSPORTED AND EDUCATED WITH DELIGHTFUL DREAD AS WE VISIT THE TALE OF ROCK AND REAPER ICON ROKY ERICKSON, A BRIEF…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE"- CULTURAL APPROPRIATION WITH PETER LA FARGE AND JOHNNY CASH. DOUBLE DOWN!! 10:50

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This nation’s troubled history with Manifest Destiny will continue to haunt us for some time. Throughout the decades some Native voices have emerged and contributed to the ongoing cultural conversation: most recently on the Broadway stage, on film, and television, and this awareness might move us towards some, if not restitution for atrocities past…

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31. Do We Really Have to Repent? 30:53

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What does it really mean to repent? And is that the same thing as being forgiven? In the Church we tend to teach repentance as being a transactional list of steps, when it may be more about just turning our hearts to God.By Anne and Roger Pimentel

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - ICE QUEENS WITH LANA DEL REY AND NICO. DOUBLE DOWN!! 13:25

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What is the fascination that we have with seductive avatars of oblivion? Carolyn Jones as Morticia Addams indoctrinated the adolescent me to the possibilities of the Succubus, and became my tween age, gothic sex symbol; the painting by Pre-Raphaeite John Millet: Ophelia (who floats beautifully in the river) hung on my dorm wall for years. Today, Do…

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SLIDIN' INTO STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN WITH BLUES GUITARIST JOHAN BORGH | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 28 1:23:31

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Send us a text On the episode of The Lipstick Pickup Podcast, I call accomplished Blues Guitarist Johan Borgh of Stockholm, Sweden to discuss his new album Island Blues and the Danelectro Guitars that are a critical part of his sound. https://www.instagram.com/johanborgh/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Johan Borg 02:51 Johan's Musical Beginnings 05…

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From Apples to Handbags: Claudia Pievani’s Cruelty‑Free Fashion Revolution 31:54

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Send us a text What if your favorite bag could be both beautiful and kind? We sit down with MioMojo founder Claudia Piani to unpack how next‑gen materials, apples, oranges, bamboo, olives, and even mycelium, are reshaping luxury without animal skin or chemical‑heavy tanning. Claudia shares how a love affair with nature became a design brief, a supp…

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30. What Does Revelation Look Like? 31:14

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Receiving revelation can be messy. We always thought the leadership of the church received revelation as a complete and prepared package, possibly through a light-filled conduit directly from God. But we have recently learned that the process could look quite different. We also discuss what personal revelation looks like and how we may need to stre…

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Becoming Limitless in Love, Leadership & Legacy — Healing from the Body Up with Olivia Sage 32:08

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In this episode of Becoming Limitless, I sit down with the radiant Olivia Sage — trauma-informed relationship coach, retreat facilitator, and embodiment guide — to talk about what it really takes to become limitless in your relationships, your leadership, and your legacy. We go deep on: Growing up in survival mode and how that shaped her patterns i…