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Ever wondered why some people seem to have a gift for music? Have you wished that you could play by ear, sing in tune, improvise and jam? You are in the right place. Musicality Now is a mix of interviews and teaching, featuring some of the most inspiring and insightful musicians and music educators, talking about how to learn the core inner skills you need to feel like a "natural" in music and enjoy freedom, creativity and confidence. Topics include: Playing by ear, Singing in tune, Jamming ...
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In this episode, Mr. Garrett Sutton, founder of Corporate Direct and Sutton Law Center, sheds some insight on what Corporate Direct is all about and how they can help protect your business. Mr. Sutton is one of the Rich Dad advisors for bestselling author Robert Kiyosaki. He has sold over a million books, many coming from the Rich Dad, Poor Dad wealth-building book series, that help guide entrepreneurs and investors. For more than 30 years, Mr. Sutton has run his practice assisting entrepren ...
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Noble Mind

Katherine King, PsyD, and Alex Gokce, MSW

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Noble Mind is a podcast exploring mindfulness, meditation, and psychology. In each episode, Alex Gokce, MSW, and Katherine King, PsyD, host inspiring conversations with psychologists, authors, and other thought leaders seeking real world wisdom you can bring into daily life. Interviewees have included Christopher Germer, Ron Siegel, Susan Pollak, Tom Pedulla, and more. Learn more, read show notes, suggest interviews, and more at noblemindpodcast.com. Our show is brought to you by the Institu ...
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HEY Y'ALL - WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING SPONSORS - CONTACT NICOA Grab your coffee and join me! Nothing is more interesting to me than having a caffeinated conversation about life! I’ve been "coffee talking" to you for years on Instagram, yet that connection hasn't been at the level I crave. Enter the Coffee With Nicoa Podcast! I'll be talking to people who have courageously chosen to walk their own paths and create their Lives by Design. I hope it will inspire you to find your own True North an ...
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Business of Software is a place that brings together the brightest minds and greatest practitioners in software into one place. World-Class software leaders such as Joel Spolsky, Gail Goodman, Seth Godin, DHH, Dharmesh Shah, & Kathy Sierra come to teach everything except the code in how to scale great software companies that stay profitable in the long term. Expect the latest thinking and fresh perspectives from some of the world's leading software practitioners. Stay up to date and hear abo ...
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Nicoa has the privilege of talking with Tasha + Brandon Skillin of Rules & Rebellion who always tell it like it is! Nicoa digs deep with them as they share their burnout, trauma based LIFE BY DESIGN and how they turned burnout into breakthrough for themselves and their clients in their company RULES + REBELLION! Brandon overcame an 18-year alcohol …
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Episode Notes My guests include Memphis City Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton. She is quickly distinguishing herself as someone who is very committed to the citizens she serves. I ask her about a couple of recent issues; filing a lawsuit against the Shelby County Election Commission denying the citizens a chance to vote on a gun control referendu…
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Do YOU embrace the moment and find the AWE in your LIFE BY DESIGN? This episode puts the pen in YOUR hand! Let's talk about YOUR VALUES and choosing responses that align with them in the face of chaos. NICOA encourages you to take responsibility for your life, release negative thoughts, and create purpose and meaning, and ultimately a LEGACY you wi…
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WELCOME BACK Christopher Goff! It's been a year since Nicoa interviewed Chris on the podcast and they promised they'd meet up again! Join in as they discuss even MORE LIFE BY DESIGN insights! They share their experiences with making life changes in the past year, prioritizing conscious self-awareness and self-care along the way, and the importance …
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Episode Notes My guests include City Council Chairman JB Smiley. There has been a lot of conversation of late regarding the state house leadership threatening our city by withholding tax revenues if we put a gun control initiative up for a vote. The Council has now filed a lawsuit against the local Election Commission and he tells me why it was nec…
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Nicoa shares their thoughts on the phrase 'I'm fine' and how it can be a mask for deeper emotions. She shares her own experiences with the phrase 'I'm fine' and how it can be both a source of comfort and a hindrance to genuine connection. LIFE BY DESIGN! WHAT DID YOU THINK? TEXT ME! Support the show Follow COFFEE WITH NICOA on Instagram @CoffeeWith…
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NICOA and KIM HAMPTON have known each other since childhood and have matching energy!! They talk all things happiness, energy, self-awareness, support networks, and taking initiative to create meaningful connections in a LIFE BY DESIGN. They discuss the impact of childhood memories, many a party, too! Alongside adversity and explore strategies for …
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HOW ARE YOU DOING? Nicoa says TELL THE TRUTH! But, what if... YES, WHAT IF?! Tune in to this authentic and vulnerable share. Don"t you really want to know how people feel? And if you don't?JOURNAL ABOUT IT! WHAT DID YOU THINK? TEXT ME! Support the show Follow COFFEE WITH NICOA on Instagram @CoffeeWithNicoa & on TikTok @NicoaCoach for insights into …
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Episode Notes We talk about a variety of subjects; Paul Martin, VP of Health & Wellness for Trezevant will talk about the importance of both health and wellness and especially the physical, social and emotional well-being of our seniors. Next, so many are coping with family members who have either Dementia or Alzheimer’s. These diseases can cause s…
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Episode Notes My guests include Bacarra Mauldin, Interim CEO of MATA Transit. As many of you know, the organization is facing some steep financial challenges and difficulties to the tune of a $60 million dollar debt. She talks to me about some of the drastic changes they are looking at to right the ship. Natalie McKinney is a newly elected MSCS boa…
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Episode Notes My guests include newly elected MSCS Board member Tamarques Porter. He is one of four new members responsible for helping guide our superintendent to best help our students to succeed. He tells me why he decided to run and what his priorities will be moving forward. If many of you are familiar with the STEM program you know that scien…
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Episode Notes My guests include Natalie McKinney, newly elected MSCS board member for District 2. She defeated incumbent and board chair Althea Greene. Now that she is in the seat, she tells me why she choose to run, what she sees as the major issues of concern and how she’s plans to help address them. Now that we are upon the beginning of another …
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Nicoa has the honor of speaking with ANICA LEO-WEIL, a fellow mother and caregiver known on social media as THE SANDWICHED CAREGIVER! They discuss the emotional toll of caregiving, the importance of creating a supportive community, and the challenges of managing care for loved ones with memory loss. The delve deep into addressing the needs of careg…
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Episode Notes Guests include TN. State Senator Raumesh Akbari. As a delegate to the Democratic Party, and who some consider a rising star, what is her take on the change at the top of the ticket and can Kamala Harris make history twice. Also, what she thinks about the state Republican Party plan to take over Shelby County. Next, mental health issue…
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Join Christopher and the Next Level coaching team to discover the latest tips, tricks and techniques you can use to advance in your own musical life. In this episode: - Camilo explains the benefits of having a musical accountability partner - Andy gives tips on becoming more aware of what helps you to keep winning in music - Andrew shares insights …
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Nicoa and The Empty Nest Coach Jay Ramsden discuss the challenges and opportunities of empty nesting, emphasizing the need to redefine one's identity and find new sources of meaning and purpose in life after the kids leave home. Listen in to hear how the various stages of grief and relief impact the empty nest experience and how that becomes the fo…
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If your musical motivation has been waning lately... this episode is for you. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Transcript: http://musicalitynow.com/315 Links and Resources: • Musicality Now: What's Your "North Star" In Music? (Big Picture Vision) • Musicality Now: What Is Musical…
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Episode Notes Guests include Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy. He joins me live in studio to talk about his ouster attempt from Sen. Brent Taylor and House Speaker Cameron Sexton. Also, his latestattempt at bail reform. State Rep. Karen Camper represents many areas including the Whitehaven community. It was scheduled for the second part…
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What makes a great song great? If you've ever wondered how songs are put together, and how much it's careful, intentional craft vs. mysterious divine inspiration, you're going to love today's episode... In this section of Benny Romalis' (HowToWriteSongs.org) masterclass at Musical U, he explains how to "think like a car mechanic" in your songwritin…
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How does Elton John write such incredible chord progressions? What is it that made Lennon and McCartney songs so distinctive, so that they became the songwriting legends they're now known for being? And what does Sting and Radiohead do differently in their songwriting that you can learn from? These are just a few of the fascinating topics covered b…
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Nicoa and Mimi Cirbusova, of Meadowsweet Money, talk about the importance of self-discovery, authenticity, and financial literacy in a LIFE BY DESIGN. Mimi's personal story uncovers the need to embrace individuality and express oneself unapologetically, while also recognizing and overcoming limiting beliefs and behaviors around money. LISTEN IN bec…
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Join Christopher for an official unveiling of the cover design for the new Musicality book, as well as some exciting hints of things to come! Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Transcript: http://musicalitynow.com/312 Links and Resources: • The Musicality Book - Register Now! • Mus…
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Episode Notes The new President of LeMoyne Owen College Christopher B. Davis. He joins me to talk about his journey, what makes the school so special and how he plans to lead it moving forward. Next, Dementia is an illness that affects thousands of people every year but the care is both expensive and exhausting. Meritan, Inc, a Memphis health care …
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Did you know, there's one scale which is even more important and powerful than the major scale? And the best part is, it's not a more complex or advanced one - it's actually simpler! Join Christopher and the Next Level coaching team to discover the latest tips, tricks and techniques you can use to advance in your own musical life. In this episode: …
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Did you know there's a musical skill which EVERYONE can already do... and yet only a tiny fraction of musicians are actually intentionally using daily - even though it's a MASSIVE booster for your musicality and all your music learning? In this "Inside The Book" episode we'll peek into the chapter on Audiation: the ability to vividly imagine and he…
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What DRIVES you in music? Have you sometimes lost sight of what inspired you to play in the first place? And when you play music, does it feel like the music is out there somewhere… or does it feel like it's inside you? Join Christopher and David Reed from Improvise for Real for part 4 of a fascinating conversation where they delve into musical mot…
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Episode Notes Guests include Shelby County Election Commissioner Linda Phillips. With a big election just around the corner, it's time we got an update on what you can expect to see. New machines are also on the ballot and she explains everything you need to know to be an informed voter. Next, the recent revelation that MPD Asst. Chief Shawn Jones …
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Lip-syncing is normally seen as something "less than" singing - but what if it could actually be the gateway to better, more confident, more versatile, and more natural singing for you? This is one powerful technique which Body Based Voice expert Jeremy Ryan Mossman shared in his Musical U masterclass. Today I'm sharing a short excerpt from it with…
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In this mini interview with Body-Based Voice expert Jeremy Ryan Mossman, you'll discover how the study of Feldenkrais, biomechanics and biotensegrity - as well as a breakthrough in a bus shelter - all led to a holistic approach to singing now used by pro singers and Broadway stars. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher …
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Nicoa has the honor of hosting a Beautiful Soul having a Human Experience Dr Rick Diamond, The Story Healer! They talk spirituality, connection, and healing. Their conversation delves into recognizing the healing power of words and overcoming childhood trauma alongside grief and meaning-making, with a focus on creating space for emotions and rememb…
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Did you know, you already have 90% of what it takes to become a creative, confident improviser? That might sound unlikely, especially if improvisation feels way out of reach right now. But you might be surprised... What if there was just one missing piece which stood between you and free, creative, instinctive music-making? And what if that missing…
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Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Michelle Taylor, Director, Shelby County Health department. She joins me to discuss a few top of mind issues like the high incidence of HIV in our community and that gun violence is now a public health emergency. The Shelby County Sheriff's Office has its own set of challenges, one in particular, having enough of…
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Nicoa says COME BACK TO YOUR SENSES! Learn some techniques for managing anxiety and overwhelm with some powerful grounding exercises, mindfulness practices, and sensory recognition ideas. She emphasizes the importance of connecting with one's energetic self inside the amazing body that is YOU in order to maintain a sense of security, safety, and sp…
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Join Christopher and the Next Level coaching team to discover the latest tips, tricks and techniques you can use to advance in your own musical life. In this episode: - Camilo shares a major breakthrough on saxophone - through a small tweak to singing. - Andy talks about the idea that "every problem is a gift" and reveals the two ingredients you ne…
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The tagline for the forthcoming Musicality book is: "How You Too Can Learn Music Like A Gifted Prodigy, Unlock Your Instinct For Music, And Unleash Your Inner Natural". What exactly does that mean? And is it really possible? Find out in this episode of "Inside The Book"! Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | You…
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Have you ever slogged away at an ear training exercise day after day and found your improvement lessening and lessening, progress just getting slower and slower? It's not unusual. And it can be maddening when you're trying to ace a quiz or you're trying to make your skills rock solid, but you just can't seem to hit that 100% mark. Today, I want to …
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In this clip from Alex Ostapenko's Musical U masterclass, he'll walk you through the basics of the Indian rhythmic language of konnakol, and how you can start experimenting and being creative with it! Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Transcript: http://musicalitynow.com/302 Links…
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In this mini-interview with konnakol and body percussion expert Alex Ostapenko, you'll discover his views on musicality, his own rhythmic awakening, and how both konnakol and body percussion can be valuable additions to any musician's toolkit! Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Tra…
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Join Christopher and David Reed from Improvise for Real for part two of a fascinating conversation where they unpack what's going on when we learn to improvise - and when we actually do it. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Transcript: http://musicalitynow.com/300 Links and Resour…
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Episode Notes On the next and all new Real Talk Memphis my guests include; Chandell Ryan, President/CEO of the Downtown Memphis Commission. She makes her first visit to the show to talk about her new position and how if anything she did as the former COO for the City of Memphis helped her. Also, now that we are in the midst of a busy tourist season…
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LIFE IS NOT A MEANS TO AN END Y'all! Nicoa emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and finding joy NOW. She shares personal anecdotes and encourages you to take responsibility for your lives, giving yourselves permission to DO ALL THE THINGS NOW and let go of external factors holding you back! Can you embrace playfulness, hope for…
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Join Christopher and the Next Level coaching team to discover the latest tips, tricks and techniques you can use to advance in your own musical life. In this episode: - Andrew shares an illustration of the power of musicality to fix even seemingly-unrelated problems with technique - Zac gives a beautiful example of how active listening can dramatic…
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Join Christopher and David Reed from Improvise For Real for part one of a fascinating conversation where they go deep on musicality, creativity, and what it means to be a musician. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | RSS | YouTube Full Show Notes and Transcript: http://musicalitynow.com/298 Links and Resources • Imp…
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Do you sometimes feel a bit baffled, overwhelmed by harmony and chord progressions in music? Today I want to share with you two big epiphanies I had over the years which DRAMATICALLY simplified things for me and unlocked playing chords by ear faster than had ever seemed possible. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | …
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What's the difference between Classical music, Rock and Pop, and Jazz? Well, that's probably a question with an endless answer! But one of the most significant differences is in the harmony: what chords are used, and how do the progressions work. In this clip from Tony Parlapiano's Musical U masterclass, he explains and demonstrates each, in a simp…
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S2 EP21: Hey y'all, this episode was SO POWERFUL & FUN, hanging out with the co-hosts and best friends G-REX (Gretchen Schoser) and DIRTY SKITTLES (Charlene Deneen) of the very successful podcast SH!T THAT GOES ON IN OUR HEADS. We dive deep into the realities of mental health struggles, workaholism, burn out, self disparagement AND how friendship a…
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One of our favourite things to see at Musical U is a member exclaiming "Why did nobody ever tell me this?!" Because we're all about simplifying the complex, and filling in the pieces that can otherwise be totally missing from music learning. Today I want to introduce you to someone else who thrives on simplifying powerful musical ideas, to deliver …
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Episode Notes My guests include Sarah Houston, aka the ‘water warrior’. With all the excitement and fuss about the new xAI supercomputer project, many people wonder what it all means and how it will affect certain things like our water. Sarah joins me to share the pros or cons. Next, gun violence can lead to tragic consequences. Bennie Cobb is a fo…
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Have you ever wished you had "perfect pitch"? To hear a note, and just name it instantly - it can seem like the "Holy Grail" of musicality. But... is it really? And if you weren't born with it, is it even possible to learn it yourself? We'll be diving into those questions and more, in this episode. Subscribe For Future Episodes! Apple Podcasts | An…
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Nicoa emphasizes the importance of self-trust in navigating uncertainty - FEELING OUT OF CONTROL! She shares personal experiences and how she learned to trust herself. Remember YOU ARE THE MISSING FACTOR - reflect on how to embrace the feeling of uncertainty, step back, and question what you need to let go of in order to handle unexpected outcomes …
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