YES, every time you buy a song, I'm planting a tree! It's Simple: You buy my song or EP and I plant a Tree for you. I give back by planting a tree for all music purchased. Together we can be In action and apart of the solution! Thank You! To Plant More Trees! https://onetreeplanted.org P L A N T A T R E E GLENDA'S Courage Find Your Fire and Ignite …

Title: Matt Starr - Pro Drummer and Music Industry Coach In this awesome episode of The Musician's Insider, we hang out with the super talented Matt Starr, a pro drummer and top-notch music industry coach. Matt's played with some of the biggest names in rock like Ace Frehley, Mr. Big, and Joe Lynn Turner. He takes us through his amazing journey fro…

Season 3 Episode 9 of The Musician's Insider with KRONIS features and artist named: KNOWTE From MLMentertainment.com | KNOWTE's Manager is Mike Loco Check 'em out! The Musician's Insider Podcast with Aaron Kronis #podcast #musicindustry #newartist #knowte

S3. Episode 8 features Tom Locke talking with aaron about his book, Entitled: Moments In Time: Stores About Artists And Songs Of The 50s, 60s, & 70s. For Fans Of Music … From A Music Fan Fans can buy Tom's book on Amazon worldwide and can get signed copies via Tom Locke's website at: www.mitstories.com From Tom: "As mentioned, my book is in the gif…

Christian Yordonov is an author who is speaking with us today about health for musicians and everyone. His book is called 'How to Actually Live Longer' and you can find it here: kronis.in/lifebook : AMAZON LINK Our discussion was fun and interesting, see what aspects of health you have already looked into and hear the interesting things Christian a…

On Today's Sixth Episode of Season Three of The Musician's Insider Podcast, Hosted by KRONIS we speak with Matt Ebso, the creator of SongToggle.io which is a service that easily allows you to A/B a song (it plays two files at the same time) and press a button two switch between them, for say showing the difference between versions before or after a…

S3. E5. James Dunbar of BINNIS Records speaks with Aaron Kronis about the Music Industry and what he's been working on. Links: Insta for Bailey Jordan Neil (One of James Dunbar's Artists): https://www.instagram.com/baileyjordanneil C/O BINNIS Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpAx-k706NZSc2LMlJrcxTkOZxXoDI-Yc&si=KYvRmgraEKuYVBzk Updates:…

On Today's Episode of The Musician's Insider Podcast with Aaron Kronis, we interview Nicolás Repetto, originally from Buenes Aires, now in Los Angeles after 30 years in Florida and has experience with orchestral music and does Music Composition for Film and Television, and recently created a grant in Miriam Mayer's name for emerging composers or mi…

LUCY DREAMS EUPHORIC DREAMPOP From Vienna, and coming to Canada soon, with April 5th being the release of 'LOVE' Lucy Dreams will have 'LUCY' the 3rd band member that is... artificial, but not AI... watch more and learn!

On Season 3 Episode 2 of The Musician's Insider, Aaron Kronis interviews Film Composer Tormod Ringnes. Mainly we're discussing his work on Songs of the Earth The film was selected as the Norwegian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 96th Academy Awards. (Update: On December 7, it appeared in the eligible list for consideration for …

I met Johhny Miller last year on TikTok at GenuineItalian1 and he told me about #MadMenOfMetal which is a hashtag on TikTok to help guitarists band together to 'beat the algorithm' as an entity. Watch my discussion with him on The Musician's Insider Season 3 Episode 1.

Amazing Guitarist! Andrew Synowiec - andrewsynowiec.com Recent album: ⁠FUN⁠ And the Radio Edit single "⁠Late To the Party⁠" released on all streaming platforms June 16th, 2024 Instagram @andrewsynowiec www.youtube.com/@andrewsynowiec SRT band: www.srtgroove.com See Aaron's discussion with Andrew Synoweic, a grammy winning guitar player and session …

This was initially supposed to be the first episode of Season Two but I left it for editing and didn't come back to it until after the Pandemic. This episode was prior to the release of my album AGAINST THE WORLD which is out now. @AnonymousTheMc94 on Insta, ANONYMOUS is the rapper from my song SO GONE and he has numerous albums out now. Go see! IN…

Welcome to the Holy Smokes podcast. In this emotional episode of Holy Smokes, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with guest Mark Bendorf for a profound and heartfelt conversation. Mark shares his experiences with cigars, his love for family, and his challenges. From growing up near Camp Randall in Madison, Wisconsin, to serving in the Marine Corps a…

Welcome to Holy Smokes, the podcast where faith, friendship, tobacco, and drinks come together in meaningful and thought-provoking conversations. In this episode, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with the inspiring Dave Bechtold and the engaging Mark Bendorf. Together, they delve into a wide range of topics, from childhood memories and personal gr…

Welcome to Holy Smokes, where we delve into the compelling stories of faith, community, and personal growth. In this episode, we feature Dave Bechtold and Mark Bendorf, who share their experiences in Madison, Wisconsin, organizing events such as Holy Grounds and "Burgers and the Bible" with a mission to spread joy, hospitality, and the message of J…

Welcome to a sizzling new episode of Holy Smokes! In this electrifying installment, we're joined by the illustrious Tobin Arthur, who regales us with riveting tales from his high school baseball triumphs to his dynamic career in business and healthcare. Grab your favorite Crossfire cigar and a piping hot cup of coffee as we delve into Tobin's journ…

Welcome to another exciting episode of Holy Smokes with Steve Reiter and Mitch Smith! Mitch shares his journey from resigning from his job to starting his own business and finding success in the learning management platform industry. He discusses his experiences, including meeting influential individuals, building strong client relationships, and t…

Welcome to Holy Smokes, a gathering place where faith, friendship, excellent tobacco, and good drink collide to spark meaningful conversations. Caleb Allen, a preacher from Denison, Kansas, joins host Steve Reiter on this episode. They delve deeply into Caleb's personal path, from being a conscientious youngster to his atypical career goals and spi…

Welcome to another episode of Holy Smokes. In this episode, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with a very special guest, Steve Van Diest. Steve opens up about his journey from ministry to joining a missional order called Project Revive. He shares the challenges he faced when 60% of his donors left him after making the shift. He tells us how he infu…

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Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! In today's episode, a very special guest is joining us - the incredible Jimmy Graham. Jimmy opens up about his admiration for George Washington's leadership, thoughts on Jordan Peterson's impact, and the importance of setting boundaries for his children. He shares his vision of creating a safe space t…

Aaron Interviews Jared Judge from BookLive, also a fellow Podcaster, Musician, & Digital entrepreneur. Jared Judge from BookLive.com and also the founder of Dream City Strings, a private event group based in the Milwaukee area. Jared gives us insight to increasing your income as a working and professional musician in 2022. BookLive - https://www.bo…

Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! I'm your host, Steve Reiter, and today, we have a very special guest joining us: Ashley Early. In this episode, Ashley shares their personal journey of making a significant life change, one that involved leaving their job and moving back to their hometown. They open up about the emotional process of m…

Welcome to another exciting episode of Holy Smokes! Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! In today's episode, titled "Seattle Chapter," we dive into the captivating and life-changing stories of new people joining our sacred circle. Host Steve Reiter, along with guests Zack, Buzz Leonard, and Jim Canfield, share their personal experiences …

The Musician's Insider: Season 2 Episode 11 - Interview with Darryl Hurs from the DIT Community (Do It Together Music Community) DIT Community & IndieWeek (Nov 6th-9th, 2023) Indie Week Visit the The Musician's Insider for other episodes (Audio only) More Links: Gord Downi & Chani Wenjack Fund: DownieWenjack.ca/ Inspired by Chanie’s story and Gord’…

Enjoy the wonderful conversation between Aaron Kronis and Sherri Chung an amazing composer with lots of credits including recently Gremlins and Riverdale. VIDEO: WATCH THIS EPISODE: https://youtu.be/4MVFeChNevw Visit The MusiciansInsider.com for more episodes or WATCH THEM on YouTube.com/KRONIS KRONIS plays Ernie Ball Strings & Electric Guitars: ht…

Welcome to another episode of Holy Smokes. In this week's episode our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with a special guest, Jim Canfield, to discuss a wide range of captivating stories and experiences. During the episode, Jim takes us on an adventurous journey, starting with his experience of buying a house through a short sale. From panicking about …

In todays Holy Smokes episode guest Stan Wallace shares his journey of deepening his understanding and grounding in his faith while navigating the challenges of academia. Stan discusses the importance of Christians engaging in philosophy, history, literature, and neuroscience, and bringing biblical principles into the conversation. He highlights th…

S2. E9 - Denise Santos - An Emmy-Winning Filipina Composer out of Los Angeles, California, interviewed by Aaron Kronis (KRONIS) on the Musician's Insider Podcast. MusiciansInsider.com for Audio only. Visit Denise Santos Website here: https://www.denise-santos.com/ Denise Santos is an Emmy-Winning Filipina Composer based in Los Angeles, California. …

In today's episode, host Steve Reiter is joined by the passionate and experienced fisherman, Sam Vandervalk. Get ready to dive into the captivating world of fishing as Sam shares his insights on changing fishing conditions, the joy of creating memorable experiences for guests, and the power of connecting with others through the sport. Tune in as th…

Joe Iconis and Family Album: https://ghostlightrecords.lnk.to/JoeIconisALBUMIN!O Watch Aaron interview Joe Iconis, an amazing composer. Details: https://mrjoeiconis.com/ Album: Joe Iconis and Family: https://ghostlightrecords.lnk.to/JoeIconisALBUMIN!O About me: I'm KRONIS, a Canadian artist with a Californian heart. In the midst of the COVID-19 sto…

On this episode of Holy Smokes, host Steve Reiter welcomes guest Brett Clemmer, who shares a personal journey of faith, marriage, and professional growth. Brett recounts the challenges he and his wife faced in their first year of marriage and their subsequent return to faith. He discusses their experiences working at a homeless shelter, starting a …

In this episode of Holy Smokes, Steve Reiter is joined by guest Travis Bowman as they dive into the fascinating story of Peter Francisco, an American Revolutionary War hero. Travis, who is a descendant of Peter Francisco, shares his journey of discovering his ancestor's impactful legacy and his determination to bring his story to life through a boo…

S2. E7. Kyle Rodriguez - Film / TV Composer and Producer interviewed by Aaron Kronis on The Musician's Insider On Season 2 Episode 7 of The Musician's Insider, we have Kyle Rodriguez, a Film / TV composer who has worked on JANE, as well as The FAMILY STALLONE and is just killing it right now in Hollywood, CA as a musician. Learn how he got there by…

In this episode of Holy Smokes, host Steve Reiter and guest Andrew Lawson dive into the world of cigars, sharing their experiences exploring different cigar shops and discovering hidden gems in the Central Florida area. They discuss the Corona Cigar family, particularly Jeff Borsoitz and his impressive farm, as well as other favorite spots like Exe…

Eric Reinhold made a pier lounge at his place in the Orlando-area, and Steve sits down to talk about the conception and construction of his hangout. —————————————— Be sure to click 'Subscribe' on your favorite podcast app, so you don't miss an episode, and please share this with someone. Make a tax-deductible donation via PayPal: https://paypal.me/…

Step into the captivating world of The Musician's Insider Season 2, Episode 6, as we delve into the extraordinary talents of Pat Irwin, the renowned musician and composer. Join us as we explore the depths of his musical genius and uncover the secrets behind his remarkable career. Prepare to be transported to the nostalgic realm of 90's Nickelodeon …

Steve Reiter sits down with Eric Reinhold to talk about his writing, financial career, and personal life. Eric created a fictional town, Mount Dora, which was featured in his book and popular with the Chamber of Commerce. He also talks about his financial career and launching his own business with his children involved. Eric talks about his approac…

Steve sits down with guest Joe Dalton to discuss his journey from struggling with addiction to owning a thriving cigar lounge. Joe shares his story of hitting rock bottom and the importance of taking things one day at a time. He also talks about his admiration for his grandfather's wisdom and commitment to his family. In addition to his business ve…

The world renowned and famous Captain Crunch (John Draper) creator of The Blue Box that he used to hack the AT & T phone trunk lines with Steve Wozniak of Apple and more! John's new book is called 'Beyond The Little Blue Box' Follow his YouTube channel: YouTube.com/Jdcrunchman999 Find it SIGNED on eBay here: Or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bey…

Listen closely as Aaron Interviews MuchMusic's ED THE SOCK on his podcast. Talking about NewMusicNation.ca and more Follow KRONIS Spotify right now: KRONIS on Spotify Gear: D&A Guitar Gear: https://DnaGuitarGear.com Ernie Ball guitars: https://www.ernieball.com Godin/Seagull Guitars: https://godinguitars.com/ Jim Dunlop Guitar Picks + Rackmount Wah…

Aaron Interviews Alan Cross, from AJournalofMusicialThings.com and a legend in Toronto, Canada radio as a broadcaster for years telling us about the ongoing history of new music. Let's hear Alan's advice to new artists with a record coming out!By Aaron Kronis

Reuben Ndjerareou is relatively new to the Holy Smokes community, but he's an active member, and when Steve kept being told by a handful of 2022 Conclave participants that he NEEDED to interview him, he jumped at the opportunity. Hear Reuben's story of splitting his childhood between his home country of Chad and the US and his heart for his African…

At the recent 2022 Holy Smokes Conclave, a member that Steve has wanted to interview since the beginning of the podcast relented ... but he expressed a desire for his episode to not be in the main feed. Here's Steve's summary of that episode and why you should consider supporting this show. —————————————— Be sure to click 'Subscribe' on your favori…

Brian Olson has proven to not only be a Holy Smokes leader in the Tampa Bay area but also in our worldwide group. Hear about Brian's career in auto sales and his recent retirement, but also how he and Scott Smith have helped turn the Tampa Bay chapter into one of our fastest-growing groups!! —————————————— Be sure to click 'Subscribe' on your favor…

At the recent Conclave '22 (our annual Colorado get-together), more than a handful of people came up to Steve and said, "You GOTTA interview Tom Kakadelis." Hear about Tom's years as a pastor, owning some cigar lounges throughout the Carolinas, brokering, and even spending a couple of hours with the GOAT, Michael Jordan, over cigars!!! ————————————…

If you're in the Facebook group, you've undoubtedly seen Scott Smith posting. He's one of the leaders of the Tampa Bay chapter and a pillar in the Holy Smokes community. Hear about Scott's story, what drives him, and how Christ fundamentally changed his life. —————————————— Be sure to click 'Subscribe' on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss…