The Future Hero Podcast combines music and spoken word to create meaningful podcasts for movement or for chilling. Baxter has been teaching movement across the US and Canada for over ten years, and shares with you through his meditations and podcasts his art and experience. This podcast wants your music! If you dig what we do and would like to submit music, hit me up here or at baxter@futureheropodcast.
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Sway Excerpt from "Flow, Self, Care" Tuesday Night HoopPath class (9/20/22)
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Song: "Cotom" by Loscil (Amazing music maker)This is an excerpt from my Tuesday Night HoopPath Class. "Sway" is what we call the beginning of our movement session and it involves moving anyway you want to in order to find your groove for the class. If you would like to watch this Sway instead, you can find the class on my Youtube (HoopPath Bax- Tue…
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Dancing in Zero Gravity (Baxter interviews Adam Dipert of The Giant Leap Project)
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In this episode, Baxter sits down for a fascinating interview with Dr. Adam Dipert who is successfully spearheading an effort to explore dance in zero gravity. In this episode, Adam explains the many mind-blowing concepts and ideas of moving artistically in actual outer space and the surprising impacts in can (and will) have on the way we conceive …
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There is a video version of this podcast on Youtube, complete with old school photos and videos. You can find in on Facebook or on Youtube.Youtube: https://youtu.be/xZlPFfTaVfwI'm back! Ann Humphreys sits down with me in studio and flips the script by asking ME the questions. Over the podcast we discuss my life with music, how I got into dance, the…
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These are all excerpts from a speech called, "Peace on Earth." I sampled these for a playlist I did for an e dance.By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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These are all excerpts from a speech called, "Peace on Earth." I sampled these for a playlist I did for an e dance.By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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These are all excerpts from a speech called, "Peace on Earth." I sampled these for a playlist I did for an e dance.By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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These are all excerpts from a speech called, "Peace on Earth." I sampled these for a playlist I did for an e dance.By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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This is the final part of MLK, Jr.'s "Peace of Earth" SpeechBy Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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[Meditation] Heart Healing (Music performed live by Living Light)
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This guided meditation focuses on the Heart and breath. It is intended to be listened to while resting or swaying (moving gently.) Special thanks to Living Light for sitting in on the keys.Music: Living Light: https://soundcloud.com/livinglightNarrator: Baxter https://soundcloud.com/jonathan-livingston-baxterThe FutureHero podcast is on iTunes and …
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[Meditation] Relaxation (Music performed live by Living Light)
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This is a Relaxation meditation recorded live with Living Light on the keys. This for those of us looking to calm down and let go. Best enjoyed while resting or laying down. Narrator: BaxterMusic: Living Light https://soundcloud.com/livinglightThe FutureHero podcast includes nurturing episodes, live talks, conversations and meditations. If you enjo…
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[Ep.24] Born to Perform (w Special Guest, Spiral)
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By request, I am creating more interviews with performers, producers, and other artistic professionals who are living a life of pursuing their dreams.In this episode, I sit down with Spiral, of spiralcircusarts.com, and discuss many topics ranging from her origin story to her use of Visualization to push her career. Spiral is without any doubt one …
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[Ep.23] On Being a Pro in Flow (w Special Guest, Ben Drexler)
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By request, I am creating more interviews with performers, producers, and other artistic professionals who are living a life of pursuing their dreams. In this episode, I interview Ben Drexler of DrexFactor.com. Drex, as he is called in the flow world, has become a renowned performer, teacher, reviewer, and event organizer. He is considered by many …
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[Ep.22] How To Make Conversation (DJ mix by Amani)
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I talked to people for a living. Here's my tips for being less afraid, and more open in conversation. Music by Amani:https://soundcloud.com/desertdwellers/amani-dj-set-luminate-new-zealand-2017If you want to show love for the podcast, then please like, comment, repost, share, review, or refer. Your help is greatly appreciated!…
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[EP.21] Five Abilities to Rock Your Path (Music by Kalya Scintilla)
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Good news: You have 5 built-in abilities that will help you go where you want to go. Better news: You can improve all of them. This episode is upbeat and perfect for movingBIG Love to Kalya Scintilla for letting me use his music!Music: Kalya Scintilla Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/kalyascintilla/sets/dance-the-spiral-neverBandcamp: http://kalyas…
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[Ep.20] Be Mighty, and Go Make Art (Music by DRRTYWULVZ)
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C'mon, Artists, we need you to bring it. We need your crazy take on all this crazy ____ going on right now. In this episode, I share a little advice on making the best art you can and avoiding common traps that lead to ruts and disengagement. BIG THANKS to DRRTYWULVZ for letting me use his new, dope release! Bandcamp: http://music.streetritual.com/…
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[Ep.19] Cleaning, Clearing, and Creativity (Music by Chase Miles)
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Clutter and dirt are a total drag on your creative flow. In this upbeat episode, Baxter offers his take on the self-care of keeping your "house" clean and optimized for your creativity and flow. This podcast is good for almost any setting, but it is ideally intended for those people who want some supportive companionship while they (hopefully cheer…
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[Ep.18] When You're not Feeling the Holidays (Music by Spoken Bird)
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This week, I discuss the "dark mood" some of us feel around the holidays and how we can deal with it, move on and actually have a good time hanging with friends, family, and tribe. You can find "The FutureHero Podcast" on iTunes, Stitcher, and most podcast platforms. Big Thanks to Spoken Bird! Your music it pure get down! Music: Spoken Bird Soundcl…
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[Ep. 17] Reclaiming Yourself after an Election Loss (*NEW* Music: Subaqueous, and In The Branches)
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By Request: Four listeners wrote to me this morning asking if I would speak to the election results and offer some comfort to those who are troubled by the turn of events. In this episode I share my feelings of grief and offer ways to find meaning in all of it. (This is a peaceful approach and is not meant to create further divisions.)Big thanks to…
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[Ep.16] How to Stay in Tune with the Real You (*New* Music by Living Light)
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Even the most expensive violin in the world can become out of tune. Americans want to stay in tune 24/7. It never works out. This episode is about embracing the reality that we all need tuning no matter how perfect we want to live. Music by Living LightBandcamp link to EP: https://livinglightmusic.bandcamp.com/album/tales-from-the-karman-line-2-atm…
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[Ep.15] Come out, Come out, Wherever You Are (DJ mix from Lucky)
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Be who you are. They can love you or hate you for it, but it doesn't change anything. This is your life to live.If you want to support me, share this, like this, follow this, or whatever. Your online support is what I need the most right now.This podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, and most podcast platforms.Music is by: Lucky (luckyburns): h…
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[Ep. 14] Peace in Action (Music by The Adaptive)
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Enough with the war and fight talk in today's social landscape. It's not helping. In this podcast, I offer ways that we can bring peace into our lives in everything we do. I do my best to inspire us to give peace a chance to do its work and bring us into new day. If you want to support me, share this, like this, follow this, or whatever. Your onlin…
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[Ep.13] Re-Entry: From Ideality to Reality (Music: The Human Experience)
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So you're home from a big moment of your life, now what? Coming home from a big event can be a mixed bag of feelings and thoughts. In this episode, I offer up my thoughts on making your re-entry from ideality to reality as impactful as possible. And less icky. If you want to support me, share this, like this, follow this, or whatever. Your online s…
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Every year, I get asked, so here it is in podcast form: My Advice on preparing for and enjoying Burning Man. I offer this as gentle advice and encouragement for those people headed to playa this year. I am just one man with one opinion and I have no delusions that I am an expert of all things Burning Man. I recorded this with idea that people might…
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[ep.11] The Unfettered Now (Music by Rakja)
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**Content advisory: I discuss Orlando for the first 5 minutes, then begin the podcast.** Baxter shares how Awareness changed his life and movement practice and how he believes it could help you, as well. This week's podcast is movement friendly and upbeat. The book title Baxter could not remember in the podcast is "The Unfettered Mind: Writings fro…
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[Ep.10] An Easy Way to Bring Love Into the World (Music by Moon Frog)
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Baxter, with the music of Moon Frog, explains a few ways we can bring Love into this world to chill out all the hostility and get back to civility. Music: Moon Frog Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/moonfrogSetlist: 1. Moon Frog — Future Passed2. Moon Frog — The Letter3. Moon Frog — Whittled Horse4. Moon Frog — First Age5. Moon Frog — Settling Sun…
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[Ep9] My Life, My Work, and My Beliefs (Music by Various Artists)
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Baxter answers questions from listeners about his life, his work, and his beliefs. Questions:1. Who am I?2. How do I make this podcast?3. Why do I make this podcast?4. What are my thoughts on HB2?5. What do *I* actually believe in spiritually? (Music from "Ecliptic ReVisions- The Remixes)Various ArtistsSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/livinglight…
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[Ep.8] Movement Makes You Better at Everything (Music by Bird of Prey)
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Want to do something positive today? Dance with me for 30 minutes. In this podcast, we get down and move for 30 solid minutes to "Bird of Prey." I try to open your way into the flow state as I explain some of the benefits of a consistent movement practice. THANK YOU, Bird of Prey!!Soundcloud: Bird of Prey: https://soundcloud.com/bird-of-preyBirds o…
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[Special] Delivering Emotional Letters of Love for the Grieving (Soundtrack: DEEPSØNØS by HÄANA)
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(Warning: This is an emotional and deeply personal message. It contains issues concerning grief and the loss of loved ones.) While I intended to make a "Meditation" recording today, my preparation led me to my own profound experience and prompted me to speak about two very significant moments in my life. This is my heartfelt attempt to share and, p…
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[Ep.7] How to Create Your Future World (Music By Sun)
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Our FutureHero is calling us into a future world, but what does that world look like? This week we venture on a journey of visualization of the world in which we want to create. Special thanks to "Sun" for sharing your music for this episode. It's beautiful. Music by "Sun" Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/stepstothesunSet List: 1. Sun — 01 First …
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A special interview with hoop dance pioneer, Brecken Rivara. Brecken Rivara is considered by many to be one of the most creative and innovative hoopers of the modern hoop dance era. She is a professional hoop dance teacher who has traveled the world teaching her unique blend of dance, technique, and exploration. In this interview, Baxter and Brecke…
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[Ep.6] How to Chill out and Save the World (Music by Hakuu)
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Baxter chills us out then explains why and how we should stay that way. Music generously provided by:Hakuu on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/hakuu(BIG Love!) Set list is in comments and below.If you are a musician and would like to submit your music for this podcast, just send me your soundcloud or band camp to baxter@futureheropodcast.com(Than…
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[Episdode 5] "This Is Your Moment/Go Get It" (Music by Kaminanda)
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It's time to get going on your vision. This is a high energy episode great for moving, running, and driving. Music by Kaminanda. Album: The Infinite Breathhttps://soundcloud.com/kaminandaFutureHero Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/futurehero-podcast/id1082878677?mt=2By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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[Special Talk] "How To Deal with Opposite People" (Baxter Live from Calgary- Sunday Circle Talk)
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How do we handle people that disagree with us? In this live talk from Calgary, Baxter discusses how we deals with an American politician. He also finishes the story of how he fell in love. I am on tour right now! We will resume our normal episodes soon!By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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[Special Talk] "Imagining Confidence" -Baxter talk- Live From Calgary (Edited)
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Baxter delivered this talk at HP: Calgary. Baxter is speaking to a group of 40+ hoop dancers, sitting in a circle. Unfortunately, some of the comments from the group are hard to hear. This will be corrected in the future. Baxter begins every class and workshop with an opening improvised talk. In this talk, he discusses how one can find and gain con…
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[Episode 4] "You're Not Stupid" (Music By Desert Dwellers)
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You're not stupid. You may be fixated, though. In this episode, I explain how becoming and being fixated can lead us to make bad decisions. The music is upbeat and meant to get you through your movement session, while I attempt to help us break the pull of our current fixations and be free up a "sticky Awareness." The music is by Desert Dwellers. S…
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[Meditation] Breath and Surrender (Music by AmmonEP)
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Tranquility by way of humility.This weeks' meditation focuses on surrendering to the Universe, rather than fighting against it. While it is true that we make our own way in this world, it is also true that things happen to us that are beyond our control. Embracing the intended and the unintended creates space for Understanding and Compassion for ou…
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[Episode 3] FutureHero "When You Outgrow Your Shell" (music By AtYyA)
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This week's episode is all about freeing up the flow of who you really are by letting go of the one thing we sometimes hold to the tightest: our identity. Baxter explains his take on making our way out of being stuck, by freeing ourselves from the shells of who we used to be. Music: AtYya Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/atyyaMix used: Eternally …
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[Meditation] "Neither Sword, Nor Shield"(Music by The Human Experience)
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In this meditation, we are seeking to align our selves with peacefulness. The world can be such an angry place, and it is easy to become swept up in hostility for those with whom we do not agree. Yet, agreement with all peoples, is not prerequisite to Love for all peoples. Listening can cultivate understanding, and understanding can bridge great di…
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[Episode 2] FutureHero "The Authentic Hero" (Music by Subaqueous)
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"Our Authenticity is our faithfulness to our Truth." In this episode, Baxter explains his take on what it means to be Authentic and how being in Authenticity is its own practice. Also, Baxter shares how this podcast got its title, and what 'spirituality' means to him. Music by Subaqueous "Invoking" on Immerge https://subaqueous.bandcamp.com/track/i…
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[Meditation] "Openness" (Music by Moon Frog)
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"Openness" mediation Music by Moon FrogSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/moonfrogMediation by Jonathan Livingston BaxterA meditation for being in Openness. (Yoga, Sway pace)By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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[Episode 1] FutureHero "Belief, Strength, Grace" (Music by Living Light)
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In Episode 1 “Belief, Strength, Grace” Baxter explains the purpose of the FutureHero Podcast, how it is intended to help and be enjoyed. This debut episode recording is intended to provide some background into Baxter and his work teaching movement over the last 10 years. The featured subject of this episode is the explanation of Baxter’s “Belief, S…
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[Meditation] "Channeling the Unstoppable Power of the Human Heart" (Music by Amani Friend & Psylab)
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This is a mellow meditation meant to center you. (Sway or Yoga pace.)Part 1. Music "Vajra Mind (Meditative Soundscapes compiled by Amani Friend.)" Amani Friend is 1/2 of Desert Dwellers.Part 2. Music "Venus in Libra" by Psylab on the album, "Cardinal Alignment." The podcast is made possible by donations. Thank you.Meditations are released every Sun…
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[Meditation] "The You Beneath the Waves" (Music By Stratosphere)
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A FutureHero Meditation: The You Beneath WavesNarrated by Jonathan Livingston BaxterMusic by Stratosphere (https://soundcloud.com/stratospheremusic)Photo by: "The Listener" by Jason Decaires TaylorBy Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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A teaser of the upcoming FutureHero Podcast. (This is rough draft. If you are a musician that would like to have your music featured, hit me up here or at baxter@hooppath.com. I will mention you on air and include your info on the web.By Jonathan Livingston Baxter
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