Best James Colquhoun Podcasts (2024)

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Pro Audio Technology’s Paul Hales: Putting Theory into Practice - Origins | Marrying Hi-Fi and Professional 1:15:04

9m ago1:15:04

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Pro Audio Technology owner/president L. Paul Hales to discuss his history in audio, how audio research has guided the development of his speakers over the years, what really matters in audio and what doesn’t, and why most consumer speakers fall short in one significant way. Sources: “Theory Audio Design Sys5…

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Break Free from Emotional Eating: Tips for Creating a Healthy Relationship with Food with Kat Finnerty 50:07

3h ago50:07

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Have you ever wondered what drives those intense cravings you get? We’ve all been there where we’ve given in to cravings in times of stress and then beaten ourselves up about how much or what we ate. In this interview, we delve into emotional eating, overcoming the triggers contributing to emotional eating, and practical steps to develop a healthie…

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Wellness in Minutes: Ep 1: The Connection Between Digestion, Stress & Weight 15:16

3d ago15:16

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We’re excited to introduce a new podcast series with you called Wellness in Minutes where we give you bite-sized health information that’s easy to digest. We’re kicking off this new segment with Jon Gabriel. This episode covered the strong connection between digestion, stress, and weight. In this Wellness in Minutes episode, you will learn: The imp…

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All About Vinyl - Earliest Experience | Cartridges | Accuracy | Belt vs. Direct Drive | Psychology 1:08:36

13d ago1:08:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by the SoundStage! Network’s Joseph Taylor, Jason Thorpe, and Dennis Burger to discuss records and turntables, from the perspective of two old pros and one recent convert to the format. Sources: “A Vinyl-Apathist’s Quest for His Perfect First Turntable” by Dennis Burger: https://soundstageaccess.com/index.php/f…

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From Ghee to Digestive Health: Ayurvedic Insights with Myra Lewin 51:06

12h ago51:06

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Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, and the digestive issues that often accompany them? In this interview with Myra Lewin from Hale Pule, we explore how some simple and practical Ayurveda principles can help. From covering the benefits of ghee to offering practical advice on managing stress and anxiety, including specific foods and practices t…

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Simaudio & the Art of Local Manufacturing - Origins | Nimbleness | Repairability 53:39

11d ago53:39

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined once again by Simaudio product director Dominique Poupart and marketing director Étienne Gautier to discuss how making its products locally affects the quality of the components, their serviceable life, rolling changes to production, and adapting to tough times like global pandemics. Sources: North Collection: …

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Is the Mind-Body Connection the Missing Link to Your Weight Loss? Beyond Dieting with Jon Gabriel 50:25

14d ago50:25

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What if the secret to losing excess weight wasn’t in extreme fasting, a new diet, or excessive exercise? What if all you had to do was see it in your mind first? It was this mind-body practice that helped Jon completely transform his life and drop the huge amount of excess weight he was carrying. He was over 400 lbs, lacking energy, and seriously u…

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The Truth About Ozempic and the Risks of Hormone Manipulation for Weight Loss with Christa Orecchio 46:18

22d ago46:18

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The Ozempic craze is booming. The wildly popular medication is now being used for a quick-fix weight loss solution, but at what cost to your hormones? In this enlightening podcast interview, Laurentine and Christa Orecchio dive deep into the Ozempic phenomenon, exploring how it's being used and the implications for our bodies. They discuss the impo…

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Dr. Floyd Toole: An Oral History 2 - A/B Tests | Bass | Athena | Brains, Rooms, Hearing and Listening 1:19:12

25d ago1:19:12

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Floyd Toole, exploring the origins of the Athena project at Canada’s NRC, the reasons for and details of his move to Harman International, some of the most misunderstood aspects of his research, the origins of his legendary book Sound Reproduction: The Acoustics and Psychoacoustics of …

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Dr. Floyd Toole: An Oral History 1 - Two Ears and a Brain | Transistors | Rules and Data 56:55

1M ago56:55

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by the loudspeaker legend himself, Dr. Floyd Toole, whose research at Canada’s National Research Council (NRC), followed by his tenure at Harman International, resulted in arguably more improvements to the fidelity of audio we hear at home than anything attributable to any one person. In this first of our two-p…

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What Med School Never Taught Me About Nutrition with Dr. Sean O’Mara 52:20

1M ago52:20

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The impact of the chronic disease epidemic is far-reaching, and what many people don't realize is that countless cases are preventable through better diet and lifestyle choices. Even medically trained doctors like Dr. Sean O'Mara have struggled with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis, hypertension, and more. In this eye-opening episode o…

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Sound Researcher Dr. Sean Olive - Tonmeister | NRC, Harman, and Floyd Toole | Target Curves 52:44

2M ago52:44

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Dr. Sean Olive, senior fellow at Harman International, to discuss his time at NRC with Dr. Floyd Toole, his move from there to Harman, the development of the Harman target curves for headphones and earphones, and his thoughts on the future of immersive audio and more. Sources: Dr. Sean Olive on 35 Years of “…

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Could Healing Your Trauma Impact the Wider Community? An Important Conversation with Yemi Penn 51:26

2M ago51:26

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How can raising awareness about trauma lead to collective healing and societal well-being? By understanding and addressing our own trauma, we can break its cycle and create a ripple effect that benefits our entire community. Yemi's profound insights and practical strategies offer valuable guidance on how we can all contribute to a healthier, more c…

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Munich High End 2024 Retrospective - About the Show | The Vibe | 2024 Favorites 51:12

3M ago51:12

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage’s Doug Schneider, Jason Thorpe, and Matt Bonaccio to discuss the biggest audio show in the world, what’s new, what’s different, and what were their favorite sights and sounds this time around. Sources: Coverage of High End 2024 - Munich, Germany: https://soundstageglobal.com/index.php/shows-events…

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Healing Benefits of EFT Tapping: The Exercise to Reduce Anxiety with Dawson Church 44:08

2M ago44:08

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In a world where we are faced with daily stress and anxiety, finding solace can feel like an endless pursuit. What if there was a transformative practice that could offer relief? Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into the healing potential of EFT tapping with the esteemed Dawson Church. Uncover how this powerful exercise doesn't just …

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How to Stop Unwanted Cravings & Emotional Eating with Marc David 1:13:05

3M ago1:13:05

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This is the final episode in our special release series celebrating the launch of our NEW Food As Medicine Nutrition Program (enrollments are now open for a limited time). And it's a good one! We've all been told that our ability to fight food cravings comes down to willpower. But could there be more to it than that? This episode covers the psychol…

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The History of Bryston According to CEO James Tanner - Medical Origin | Expanding Products | To Present Day 57:36

3M ago57:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by James Tanner, CEO of Bryston Ltd., to discuss the company’s origins in the medical industry, the design of its original amplifiers, how the company has evolved over time, and how he eventually joined forces with Axiom Audio’s Ian Colquhoun. Sources: “Canadian Hi-Fi Trilogy: Axiom Audio, Bryston, and Magnum D…

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Simple Things You Can Do to Heal Your Gut, Boost Your Mood & Shift Stubborn Weight with James Colquhoun & Laurentine ten Bosch 37:01

3M ago37:01

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Struggling with mood swings, bloating, or battling those stubborn extra pounds? If you've declared to yourself that this is the year you’ll turn your health around, then you're in the right place! To celebrate the launch of our brand-new Food As Medicine Nutrition Program, we’ve put together this exclusive Masterclass to share practical solutions t…

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Sound Engineer/Educator Marcela Rada on Immersive Audio - Education | Experimentation | Mix Maxing 49:00

3M ago49:00

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by sound engineer, educator, and content developer Marcela Rada to discuss her obsession with sound, her personal history, how she became involved with the recording industry, and what’s different about mixing for immersive formats like Dolby Atmos. Sources: Marcela Rada: https://marcelarada.com/ “Audiophile At…

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Axiom Audio’s Ian Colquhoun and NRC - Origin | Dr. Floyd Toole | Music Types | Twin Tweeters | Measurements 1:11:36

4M ago1:11:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Ian Colquhoun, founder of Axiom Audio and now also the owner of Bryston and Magnum Dynalab, to discuss the origins of the company, its connection with the National Research Council, his own relationship with Dr. Floyd Toole, and how the company’s speakers evolved after the legendary NRC research wound down. …

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Everyday Products That Are Ruining Your Health with Darin Olien 56:11

4M ago56:11

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Here at Food Matters, we understand the power of food to harm or heal. However, are you aware of the subtle yet profound ways in which our environment affects our health and vitality? Many of us don't realize how everyday products we use can harm our health. No matter how well you eat, if you continue to use these everyday toxins, you may be unknow…

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 2) - Anthem Room Correction | FIR and IIR Filters | In-Room Response 42:50

4M ago42:50

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc. The two cover the birth of Anthem Room Correction, the pros and cons of IIR and FIR filters, side quests, diversions, why flat in-room response isn’t actually the goal, and how ARC has evolved in response to market pressures…

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Breaking Free From Depression and Anxiety with Dr. Dain Heer 47:32

4M ago47:32

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Happiness is something we’re all on a quest to find. A quest that seems hard to conquer in a world where many of us are having trouble breaking free from depression and anxiety. In today’s episode with Dr.Dain Heer we discuss how these intense feelings of struggle don’t have to be our reality, he shares his story of this and how moment that changed…

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 1) - Education | NRC | DSP | Athena Project 53:42

5M ago53:42

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc., to discuss his history in hi-fi, how he ended up at the NRC, how his work with Dr. Floyd Toole evolved into the pioneering Athena project, and exactly what sorts of tests he and others constructed and conducted to determine listener preferenc…

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Nutrition & Mind-Body Healing: The Thing Most People Overlook with Brandy Gillmore 51:39

5M ago51:39

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Imagine being incapacitated by chronic pain, unable to walk, and facing a daunting road ahead after a car accident and fall. This was Brandy's reality, but instead of resigning herself to conventional treatments alone, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and mind-body healing. In a world where traditional medicine often serves as our first …

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 2) - Measurements | Diffraction | Waveguides | Diminishing Returns 43:58

5M ago43:58

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers. If you haven’t listened to season 3, episode 1 yet, do check that out first! In this second half of their conversation, the two discuss how the research at NRC contributed to the evolution of PSB speakers. Along the way, Paul gives the most cogent expl…

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 1) - Music and Violins | Starting Making Speakers | Dr. Floyd Toole and NRC 32:02

5M ago32:02

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Welcome to season 3! This week, host Jorden Guth sits down with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers, to discuss his personal history, his love of music, his passion for violin, and the origin story of PSB Speakers—all as a lead-in to a discussion about his time at the NRC doing research with Dr. Floyd Toole. Sources: PSB Speakers: https://www.psbs…

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Learn How to Read Food Labels & Navigate the Grocery Store with Courtney Swan 41:53

6M ago41:53

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In the good old days, nature served up a clean slate – no long list of additives, just pure, fresh goodness. Fast forward to the present, and it's like we've upgraded to a more complex menu with some hidden traps. Integrative nutritionist, Courtney Swan exposes the government subsidies contributing to America's broken food system and gives us simpl…

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Selling Emotions: Conradin Amft on T+A's History and Future - Then to Now | Hi-Fi Tomorrow 38:18

6M ago38:18

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For the final episode of season 2 of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth is joined by T+A COO Condradin Amft to discuss the company’s history and heritage, its entry into the headphone market, and how hi-fi will evolve into the future. Sources: “44 Years of T+A—Germany's Hi-Fi Giant in Detail”: https://youtu.be/lzW18SuAJW0?si=SUjQk…

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Hormone and Thyroid Health; Disruptors to Avoid and How to Balance Naturally Dr. Tami Meraglia 1:00:57

6M ago1:00:57

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If you're suffering from unexplained weight gain (no matter what you eat or don't), disrupted sleep (like being wide awake at 2:30 am), fatigue, muscle aches, or sweating, decreased sex drive, or dry, dull, or irritable skin then, this episode is for you! Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs Read the full sho…

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Sonus Faber Suprema Speaker System Deep Dive - Technical Highlights | Trickle-Down Technologies 1:11:01

6M ago1:11:01

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When Sonus faber introduced its massive new flagship loudspeaker system, Suprema, at this year’s CES, most of the press responded by asking about the price and finishes and little else. In this episode of the podcast, host Jorden Guth and SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider ask the real (and really tough) questions about the design and technical spe…

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Gut Issues, Inflammation & Candida: A Six-Part Approach to Mind-Body Healing with Dr. Christine Smith 56:06

7M ago56:06

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Have you ever tried to heal your gut health and found yourself still battling the same gut discomfort or symptoms? Maybe you’ve lived with particular pain for years and just accepted it’s part of who you are? Our body is the most complex, weird, and wonderful machine that works in a complete mental-chemical-physical balance to operate at its best! …

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The Tao of the Reviewer - Hi-Fi Reviewers' Systems and Needs | Writing a Hi-Fi Review 55:11

7M ago55:11

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! Access editor and producer of the podcast Dennis Burger to discuss his recent article about how reviewers’ reference systems are often necessarily different from the systems they wish they could own. Dennis also gives Jorden some tips on writing a good review. Sources: “The Needs of the Many vers…

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Adaptogens and Plant Medicine for Stress, Anxiety, Cognitive Decline, and Hormone Health with Chris Kilham, The Medicine Hunter 1:03:12

7M ago1:03:12

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If you have an ever-growing to-do list and feel like you're running on empty, this is for you. Plants have been the basis of our medicine for many centuries, and yet we forget to fully make use of the plant world when faced with issues like stress, anxiety, and depression. The Medicine Hunter, Chris Kilham wants to change that! In this week’s episo…

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2023 SoundStage! Awards - Products of the Year | Outstanding Achievements | Choosing 49:30

7M ago49:30

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Australia editor Edgar Kramer to discuss their respective 2023 year-end awards. Sources: “The 2023 SoundStage! Network Awards for Outstanding Achievements and Products of the Year” by Doug Schneider: https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/opinion/1843-the-…

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From Wilson Audio to T+A , then Back - InSight Videos | The Two-Day Rule | The Filming Approach 44:54

8M ago44:54

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider to tell the origin story of SoundStage! Network’s InSight video series, how they’ve evolved, and the details of their most recent globetrotting trip to Wilson Audio and T+A. Sources: Muraudio's Domain Omni Series Speaker | SoundStage! InSight: https://youtu.be/VkHQC8pz2H8?s…

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The Best Food Matters Podcasts of 2023 49:02

8M ago49:02

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In case you didn't catch much of the Food Matters Podcast this year, we’ve wrapped our most popular podcast episodes of 2023 into one short listen for you. From optimizing your brain and gut health to unlocking your unlimited potential, this is the expert advice you MUST take with you into 2024. Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here: https://bi…

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Simaudio’s North Collection: The Future of Hi-Fi? - Development | BRM-1 | Reception and Reviews 58:19

9M ago58:19

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Simaudio product director Dominique Poupart and marketing director Étienne Gautier to discuss the company’s new North Collection, how it was developed, what it means for the future of hi-fi, why the remote control is the best in the world, and how the lineup has been embraced by audiophile press and customer…

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PMS, Fertility, Postpartum, and More: A Deep Dive on Hormones with Jacqueline Alwill & Brittany Darling 53:02

9M ago53:02

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If you’re a female, there’s no doubt that you’ve experienced changing hormones at some point in your life. Balancing your hormones is important so that you can function at your best no matter the season of life you’re in, including through PMS, pregnancy, and postpartum. In today’s episode, I am joined by Jacqueline Alwill and Brittany Darling as w…

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How SVS Built a Hi-Fi Community - History | Products | Community Building 45:02

9M ago45:02

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SVS president Gary Yacoubian and VP of marketing Nick Brown to discuss the company’s history, its unique approach to hi-fi and home theater, and how it actively engages with its customers. Sources: SVS: https://www.svsound.com/ “The Only True Currency in This Bankrupt World” by Audio Unleashed: https://audio…

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The Healing Power of Sound: Unravel the Science Behind Sound Healing with Chase Trellert 39:37

9M ago39:37

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Have you ever explored sound healing and its benefits? Sound healing is an alternative healing modality that uses the different vibrations of sound to help heal the body. It works to heal in a multi-dimensional capacity, meaning physical, mental, and emotional healing. In this episode, we are joined by Chase Trellert as he explains his experience w…

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Audio Video Show 2023 Highlights - Warsaw Vibe | Good and Bad Shows | Bringing Matt | Best and Worst Products 53:15

9M ago53:15

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Ultra senior editor Jason Thorpe to discuss Warsaw 2023, why it’s such a special show, what it’s like to be there, and what it was like to see it through the eyes of a young audiophile. Sources: SoundStage! coverage of Audio Video Show 2023 - Warsaw, Poland:…

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Using Cacao to Optimize Your Physical, Mental, Emotional & Spiritual Wellbeing with Brenden Durell 56:00

10M ago56:00

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Did you know that food can have an impact beyond your physical health? Certain foods have the power to influence your emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. Cacao is one of those plants and has been used since ancient civilizations as so much more than just a food. In this episode with Brenden Durell, we discuss his journey with intentional ca…

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Dan Laufman on the Value of Emotiva - Origin | Hi-Fi Manufacturing | Profits | Ethics 59:41

10M ago59:41

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Emotiva’s Dan Laufman to discuss the origins of his passion for hi-fi, the history of electronics manufacturing in the neoliberal era, how to make an profit in the audio business ethically, the long hard road to revitalizing North American manufacturing capabilities, and the virtues of being inclusive instea…

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Martijn Mensink On the Magic of Dutch & Dutch - Active Speakers | Cardioid Dispersion | Acoustics 55:21

11M ago55:21

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Martijn Mensink of Dutch & Dutch to discuss how an old clock radio incubated a love of music that developed into a passion for good sound that evolved into a career in speaker design. During the course of the conversation, they explore Martijn’s history of speaker development, the business ventures that prec…

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House of Sound NYC - McIntosh | Sonus Faber | The Other Brands | New York | Luxury 47:38

11M ago47:38

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by David Mascioni, Global Director of Brand Marketing for McIntosh, to discuss the origins of the original World of McIntosh Townhouse in New York City, how it developed, why it closed, and how the concept evolved into the new House of Sound at a new location, with much more representation for the entire McInto…

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Breathwork, Meditation, Morning Practices & Simplifying Self-care with Ryan Haddon 42:33

11M ago42:33

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The journey of discovering your true-self doesn’t happen overnight. Oftentimes, it’s a lifelong journey of staying in touch with your own authenticity while you simultaneously grow and evolve as a person. There are many tools you can use to help along the way to help you stay connected to yourself such as breathwork and meditation. In this episode …

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Legendary Laurence Dickie - Bowers & Wilkins | The Iconic Nautilus | Vivid Audio | Loudspeaker Engineering 1:09:33

11M ago1:09:33

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by legendary speaker designer Laurence Dickie to discuss his history with Bowers & Wilkins, the design of the iconic Nautilus, how his thinking on speaker design has evolved over to years, whether or not he draws inspiration from nature, and why his speakers are an exercise in engineering, not industrial design…

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From Chronic Illness to Thriving Wellness Business with Tian Evans 43:15

11M ago43:15

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Do you or a loved one struggle with unexplained pain, illness, or symptoms that you simply can’t get answers about? Embarking on a healing journey can be difficult when every door seems to keep getting shut. In this week’s podcast, you are going to hear from Tian Evans on how she persisted in finding answers to her health issues, how it saved her l…

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Six Months into a PhD in Hi-Fi - Learning | Controversies | Revelations | The Future 53:44

12M ago53:44

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and podcast producer Dennis Burger to discuss what Jorden has learned in six months of hosting the podcast, since he’s been able to speak to some of the hi-fi industry’s most influential and respected luminaries. As Doug often tells him, “Talking to these people is like get…

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