Music Musing is a podcast where we talk about music. How it influenced you, how it makes you feel, what it has done for your life. We are always looking for those in the music industry to come on and talk about those experiences. If you have show ideas or just want to share your ideas on one of our topics, reach out to us at musicmusingfeedback@gmail.com
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Are you searching for answers to life's profound questions, yearning for a deeper connection to your true self? In Crossing Bridges with Rae, I share my journey and diary of self-discovery after my world crumbled with the loss of my 16-year-old daughter, Ashleigh. This podcast is about finding the light within the darkness, about transformative healing and spiritual awakening. Through my experiences, I learned the answers we seek lie within us, guided by a power greater than ourselves.CBWR c ...
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Cultivating Calm in Turbulent Times - S1 Ep:24
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HIGHLIGHT TIMESTAMPS:: (02:29 - 03:13) Personal Relationship With a Higher Power (20:09 - 22:09) Creating Personal Relationship With God SHOW NOTES: Join me on this soul-nourishing episode as we explore finding peace amid the chaos that surrounds us. Through personal experiences, particularly during the challenging times of the pandemic, I share ho…
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S1 Ep:23 - Celebrating Self-Love and Crafting a Love Letter to Your Future Partner
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Welcome to a Love (Valentine's) Day edition of Crossing Bridges with Rae, where I your host, Rae, open up about the many facets of love, with a special nod to my single listeners out there. Listen in as I unpack the importance of self-love and the beauty of being single. We're celebrating self-appreciation, discussing the value of waiting for a rel…
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S1 Ep:22 Cultivating Emotional Poise Through Spiritual Insight
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Listen in as I share the transformative landscape of 2024, a year that beckons us to stay anchored to our spiritual connections and let our inner voice guide us like a compass through life's ebbs and flows. This episode is a heartfelt reminder (and rant) that, despite the external cacophony, our true path is charted from within. Listen in as I shar…
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S1 Ep:21 Crossing Bridges: Embracing the Transformative Power of Gratitude
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Join me, Rae, on this soul-stirring journey of Crossing Bridges, where we unlock the transformative power of gratitude to craft a more fulfilling life. Gratitude isn't just a practice for the good times; it's a beacon during our darkest days, offering a new perspective that can elevate our happiness. Listen in as I share my own experiences, from ba…
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Ep:3 of Music Musings - Finding The Sunshine: Unpacking the Profound Themes of Mary J. Blige's song My Life
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In this episode of Music Musings with Rae, I dive deep into the powerful and inspirational song "My Life" by Mary J. Blige. As the host, I share my personal connection to the song and how it resonated with me during a difficult time in my life. I reflect on the profound themes of self-love, self-worth, and the unwavering love of God that are presen…
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S1 Ep:20 Embracing Self-Love: Harnessing the Power of Affirmations and Simple Joys
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Listen in as I explore the transformative journey of building self-confidence through the power of affirmations. This heart-to-heart session is your sanctuary for self-discovery, a place where I share over 50 affirmations that will fortify your self-love, help you overcome self-doubt, and embrace personal growth. I invite you to make these affirmat…
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S1 Ep:19 Journeys of the Heart Unpacking Self Acceptance and God
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Embark with us on an intimate exploration into the soul-nourishing practice of self-love, as we uncover the sacred act of loving ourselves in the way that God loves us. This episode peels back the layers of negative self-beliefs and strides into the light of self-acceptance. Through personal anecdotes and vulnerable moments, I reveal the pivotal ex…
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Ep:2 - Finding Solace in Song: A Journey of Grief, Self-Worth, and Healing with Marvin Sapp's 'The Best in Me' #musicmusings
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Listen in as I open up about the transformative journey of healing through Marvin Sapp's song "The Best in Me," a beacon of hope during my time of personal grief. The raw emotions stemming from the loss of my daughter and feelings of overlook by family, except for my father's love, laid a foundation for a profound connection to this song's message.…
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S1 Ep:17 Cultivating a Life of Self-Admiration and Growth #guidedmeditation
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Have you ever stood in front of a mirror, grappling with the reflection staring back at you? This episode is an intimate exploration of that very moment, not of vanity, but of understanding and embracing the worth that lies within. Join me, Rae, as we traverse the tender terrain of self-love, an invaluable ingredient for a life steeped in fulfillme…
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S1 Ep:18 Step into the Year with Purpose and Transformative Practices
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Welcome back, dear listeners, to another soul-nourishing session of Crossing Bridges with Ray. As your guide, Ray, I'm truly grateful for your presence as we stand on the cusp of the new year. In this special installment, we embrace the magic of December 31st, 2023—a day that doubles as a rare portal day, occurring once every century. We reflect on…
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S1 Ep:16 Navigating Life's Currents with Prayer as My Compass #prayerofprotection
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It was over two decades ago at the Hillside International Truth Center in Atlanta, Georgia that a simple, yet powerful prayer found its way into my daily life. Today, I'm peeling back the curtain on 'Crossing Bridges' to share this cherished spiritual tool with you. As your host, Ray, I recount the journey that these words have walked with me throu…
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S1 Ep:15 Finding Solace in Psalm 23: A Journey of Resilience, Relationship, and Divine Connection
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Join me on a reflective journey through one of the most beloved and comforting passages of scripture, Psalm 23. Listen in as I meticulously unpack this ancient text, verse by verse, infusing each line with contemporary relevance and a touch of personal insight. From exploring the themes of relationship and supply to security and eternity, I weave a…
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S1 Ep:14 Unlocking Peace and Guidance with the Prayer of Faith
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Join me, Rae, on a journey as we explore the transformative power of prayer in my latest conversation on Crossing Bridges. This heartfelt session is dedicated to a prayer I cherish and learned at Hillside International Truth Center in Atlanta, Georgia—a prayer that dates back to the 1800s, created by Hannah More-Koas of the Unity Movement. As we wa…
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S1 Ep:13 Embracing Divine Favor Through Declaring Ephesians 3:20
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I remember feeling like I was constantly wrestling with shadows, my past looming over me like a relentless specter. But imagine a light so bright it chases the darkness away—that's what I found in a simple, yet profound declaration over Ephesians 3:20, a verse that promises blessings beyond imagination. In this heartfelt episode of Crossing Bridges…
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Ep:1 - Echoes of Self-Discovery: How 'Mirror' Guided My Path to Healing and Self-Love Through Music #musingswithrae
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Could the harmonies of a single song be the key to unlocking self-love and acceptance within you? That's the revelation I experienced through Lalah Hathaway's "Mirror," a musical masterpiece that kickstarted my journey to inner peace. Join me as I recount the cathartic moment at a live concert in Atlanta, where the lyrics reached deep into my soul,…
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S1 Ep:12 Finding Inner Strength Through Morning Rituals
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Recap... Join me, your host Rae, as we explore the power of building a relationship with God through a dedicated morning routine. After sharing my throwback series of audios on what I shared when asked the question, “How did you cultivate this strong faith and belief in God?” Listen in as I share my personal journey, emphasizing each person's path …
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S1 Ep:11 Strengthening the Bond: Cultivating a Reverent Connection with God #Throwback #thankyou
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Part 10... Are you on a quest to develop a profound connection with a higher power? In this last episode of the series, sparked by a question, that guides you on how to build and strengthen your faith. We dive into the simplicity of daily routines and their profound role in fostering a stronger bond with the divine. We also tackle the challenges fa…
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S1 Ep:10 Finding God in the Everyday: A Chat on Spiritual Persistence #thework #Throwback
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Part 9... Ever wonder why your spiritual life isn't taking off, despite your efforts? Well, just like you wouldn't expect washboard abs from a single gym session, building a relationship with God requires daily dedication, commitment, and time. We're unpacking this concept, drawing parallels between physical and spiritual transformations and sharin…
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S1 Ep:9 Discovering the Power of Prayer: An Exploration of Spirituality, Scriptures, and Consistency#Throwback
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Part 8... Listen in as we explore the transformative power of prayer and the significance of personal spiritual routines. Our conversation begins with a personal recollection of my struggle to understand how to pray effectively, sharing how the 23rd Psalm became my starting point, serving as both scripture and prayer. This discussion illuminates no…
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S1 Ep:8 Harnessing the Power of Journaling for Personal Growth and Transformation #Throwback
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Part 7... Ever felt like your head's about to explode with pent-up emotions, stress, and thoughts running wild? Welcome to our enlightening conversation about the power of journaling, a transformative technique that can be your life's game changer. We delve into two special types of journaling. The first, a 'dump journal', allows you to vent out al…
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S1 Ep:7 Unlocking the Transformative Power of Music and Gratitude in Daily Worship #Throwback
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Part 6... Listen in as we discuss the transformative power of music in daily praise and worship. We share how incorporating this practice into your everyday routine can deepen your connection with a higher power, allowing for a genuine expression of gratitude. With an array of musical genres to choose from, including rock gospel, traditional gospel…
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S1 Ep:6 Transforming Your Life One Morning at a Time #Throwback
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Part 5... Unlock the transformative power of a morning routine with us and see how it can revolutionize your life. We guarantee that this is not about adhering to a rigid schedule but rather creating a sacred space for your personal growth and spiritual communion. We'll tackle the challenge of finding time amidst the chaos of daily life to spend wi…
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S1 Ep:5 Beginning the Meditation Journey: Advice, Experiences and Growth #Throwback
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Part 4... Do you remember the first time you tried to meditate? I do. It felt like an eternity crammed into a single minute. That feeling of discomfort, however, was the stepping stone to a transformative journey. On today's episode, I share my personal meditation experiences, detailing how I started with a modest 60-second practice that evolved as…
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S1 Ep:4 Finding Courage in the Unknown: A Talk on Spiritual Surrender #Throwback
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Part 3... Join me as we continue to explore the spiritual journey of surrendering. We talked about how letting go of control and entrusting your fate to a higher power, whether you perceive that as God or the universe, can open up new paths of understanding. We discuss how surrendering doesn't mean giving up, but instead it's about trusting things …
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S1 Ep:3 Embracing the Transformative Power of Faith and Surrender #Throwback
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Part 2... Can you recall the last time you felt truly at peace, knowing that everything was out of your hands and you were simply a participant in something greater than yourself? It's time to have a profound conversation about cultivating unshakeable faith in God and realizing the freedom in surrender. Not referring to grandiose gestures truly com…
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S1 Ep:2 - Unlocking the Door to Inner Peace and Faith #Throwback
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Part 1... Ever wondered how you can develop a rock-solid faith in God, even when you have doubts and no existing spiritual practice? Rachel Mindy, the Self-healing Queen, has got some enlightening answers for you.. In this discussion, Rachel addresses a thought-provoking question posed by a client, seeking to understand how to develop an unwavering…
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S1 Ep:1 - Crossing Bridges - Embracing God: Tools for Transforming Your Life
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Struggling with personal trials and seeking spiritual solace? I'm your host, Rachel Mindy, also known as Rae, and in this riveting episode, I shed light on my journey to absolute faith in God. Listen as I unravel transformative practices that have not only fortified my spiritual life but have also been pivotal in overcoming intense personal struggl…
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S1 Intro - Welcome to Crossing Bridges with Rae
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Join us on a spiritual journey as we inaugurate Crossing Bridges with Rae. The inception of this podcast was inspired by a divine calling to share my story and to help those in search of spiritual guidance. Each Sunday, I'll share entries from my personal diary, providing insights into my journey of building a beautiful relationship with God. This …
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Through a connection with my last guest, Luis Malbas, I got to have a great conversation with Mike Sloat of mikesloat.com. He is a video producer and has produced videos for many musicians, non-profits, elearning events, and for food, wine, and beverage vendors. Mike has a rich history in music and it shows as we discuss first guitars, being a luth…
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Guest - Luis Malbas of TLDC and O'Reilly Media
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Luis Malbas and I met about 5 years ago in the professional field of Learning and Development and through this meeting, we also discovered that we share a love for playing and listening to music. So, the next natural move was to have him on as a guest and get the full story of his history. I was not let down! An accomplished musician and a shining …
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Today I get to talk with a long-time friend of the podcast, Pete Pardo of Sea of Tranquility. We talk about his transition from writing about all things rock into the world of webzines and ultimately a thriving YouTube community. There were some great guitar discussions and get his input on physical media when it comes to music. It is a great episo…
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Guest - O'Loughlin Part 2 of 2 - Jim
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In part two, we talk to Jim O'Loughlin of the You’re Not Listening Podcast and he clears up some things from Sean's podcast, does a little dancing, and tells some great stories about music and the life of a DJ. Check it! Podcast Link for You’re Not Listening You’re Not Listening on FB Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping u…
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The start of a two-part series with the team from You’re Not Listening Podcast and we start with Shaun O’Loughlin in the hot seat first. We talk (semi) local bands, marching band, and the influence Shaun’s dad had on his diverse taste in music leading to the invention of their podcast! Podcast Link for You’re Not Listening You’re Not Listening on F…
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Continuing our Covers Series, Brent and I review covers of a classic rock staple, Back in Black by AC/DC. So many covers with so little time. From a lullabye to blue grass and everything in between! Spotify List of Covers: Back in Black Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneI…
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In part two of this two-part series, Ivan gives us his music history and how he passed that on to his daughter, Nicole. It is amazing to see how big a role family can play in ones appreciation for music and just how deep that love of music can go. Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes Googl…
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This is part one of a two-part series where I speak with a father (Ivan) and daughter (Nicole) who are both "Dead Heads" and have spent their lives attending shows together. Music is a big part of their live and forms a unique connection between them, so come hear their music stories! Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping u…
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Guest - Jon Berkenfield of Berkreviews.com
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In this episode, I talk with the host of https://berkreviews.com/ Jon Berkenfield. Jon was also the bass player for my local band in central Florida named Contrast. I have known Jon for quite a while, but his music story was surprising in some areas and hit home in others! Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through ou…
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Up front is another of our episodes on covers where Brent Schlenker and myself look at the classic blues song, Johnny B. Goode. There are some pretty diverse versions here to unpack. The second half is Brent’s Music story and man was I blown away by his journey and how music has been in his life. Spotify List of Covers: Johnny B. Goode Please show …
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Back again with Brent Schlenker and we keep with the 80's pop songs covered in (mostly) rock or metal. This time we are diving into Take On Me, the 1984 smash hit by Ah Ha. I followed Brent down his hole again with some surprisingly great versions! Spotify List of Covers: Take On Me Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us …
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In this episode, Brent Schlenker and I start a series on 80's pop songs covered in (mostly) rock or metal. Brent started us of with a great one in the 1988 hit by Roxette, "The Look". There are some very interesting covers of this song and I followed Brent down his rat hole to see how each band put their mark on this song. Spotify List of Covers: T…
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Craig has been kicking this one around since before the #pandemic and needed to get it out there. George was all over it! The rant that should bring some good, opinionated emails to the mail box. Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneIn Stitcher Spotify YouTube Are we missing…
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Welcoming back George from his hiatus. What are you listening to during the quarantine? We discuss famous drops, pandemic playlists, and that famous AC/DC album that just turned 40. You might be surprised by this one! Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneIn Stitcher Spotify …
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With George on a short hiatus, I brought in the big guns; Pete Pardo of Sea of Tranquility fills in as a co-host. With both of us being avid musicians on the guitar, we decided to talk about the best guitar duos in rock history. Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneIn Stitch…
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Two guests! Yes, we have Shaun and Jim O'Loughlin of You're Not Listening Podcast on and we discuss "The Untouchable" songs that should never be covered. It even has the quintessential 'dad joke' included! This one deserved a Spotify List too! Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePla…
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Talking music with Pete Pardo is one of our favorite things to do and this rant was no exception. We discuss albums that you used to love, now you despise, albums you couldn't stand back-in-the-day and now you love. Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneIn Stitcher Spotify Yo…
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Testing a new recording platform and we just turned it into a quick episode! Stories in songs. Just some fun banter and back and forth. Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes GooglePlay TuneIn Stitcher Spotify YouTube The History Cache Podcast: The Edmund Fitzgerald Episode Are we missing so…
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MTV changed the landscape for music forever. Is the medium still relevant today? Why is MTV not a buzz word in music anymore? We welcome back Jon Berkenfield of Berkreviews.com to get his insight on this subject. What is your favorite video of all time? Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon iTunes…
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With a pandemic hitting the world, a lot of people are using outdoor, local activities like running and a way to keep fit. This episode, we talk with a good friend and former Contrast member, Josh Boles, about our running mixes and how music plays a big part! Please show your support by leaving us a review and/or helping us through our new Patreon …
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