In Part One of a lengthy and exciting conversation, Luca Firth (U.K. singer/songwriter!) joins Ashton York to speak about his debut album, "A Year of Grace", harnessing space as an instrument, making a record in isolation, getting lost in the present, playful curiosity, and all things creative process! Follow Luca here! Help Luca fund his next proj…

A conversation with Chaplain (LTC) Eric Leetch recorded on April 16, 2024. Chaplain Leetch shares about his experiences in the Army dating back to his time at West Point, his service as an officer in the Special Forces community, and how he made the transition to the Chaplaincy.You can support the continued creation of this podcast and help offset …

Ashton sits down with Danny Corbo for a conversation about social media, allowing for unpolished production for the sake of preserving raw emotion, Danny's life in Nashville, his upcoming record, "Quiet Year", and much more! Follow Danny Corbo here! Listen to Danny Corbo here! All things Ashton York here!…

Elise Leavy (musician/singer-songwriter!) joins the show to discuss her new LP, "A Little Longer", collaborating with producer Robin MacMillan (Brothers Brother, Lake Street Dive), growing up in Northern CA, dropping out of school for fiddle camp, and much more! Follow Elise Leavy here! Listen to her latest album here! All things Elise Leavy here! …

Caleb Nichols (poet, musician!) joins Ashton for an exciting conversation about his life and work, his most recent album, "Let's Look Back", the "DIY ethos" and being a working class musician, mental health and how to step away, changes in the music industry over the last 10 years, maintaining artistic integrity, poetry, the benefits of honesty, th…

Jack Keyes (singer-songwriter!) joins Ashton for a dynamic conversation about songwriting, the modern age, spirituality, and his most recent record, "Safely Graze, Lost Sheep". Jack Keyes is an indie folk artist from Louisville, Kentucky. Keyes' sound stems from a love of classical music, pop, and a good story. Inspired by the soothing melancholy o…

Henry Diltz has produced images for more than 250 album covers. He was the official photographer for the Woodstock Music Festival in 1969 and the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. He also chronicled the Laurel Canyon music scene in the 1960's and 70's. His story is as historic as it is inspiring!By CiC16

Ashton York is joined by Savannah Sauer for a two hour discussion about church, God, spirituality, and growing up in evangelical Christianity. Savannah is a worship director at a church in the East Bay and also a singer-songwriter. Follow Savannah Sauer here!By Ashton York

Zachary Sun joins Ashton York for a look back at 2023 and a deep dive into the creative process. Follow Zachary Sun here! Listen to Zachary Sun here! New Single by Ashton York here!By Ashton York

Gina Milne joins Ashton York for an impassioned and entertaining conversation about culture, art, life in the modern age, and more. Gina Milne is an accomplished vocalist based in CO Springs. She is trained in operatic singing, but has spent most of her singing career in contemporary Christian music, while also pursuing her own solo career which ha…

Ashton provides an update to his previous update, a sneak peek listen to a new song (unfinished!) and shares some exciting news. www.ashtonanny.com Follow Ashton here!By Ashton York

Angel Athenas has overcome ADHD, Autism and other medical issues to become a champion powerlifter representing the U.S. in the Special Olympics and the World Games. Along the way, she has been befriended by superstars from MMA and the WWE. Her story is inspirational and educational.By CiC16

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Lonely Parrots (singer-songwriter duo!) joins Ashton to tell their story, sing a capella, and complain about the current nature of the music industry. Follow Max Embers here! Follow Michael Martinez here! Follow their joint project, Lonely Parrots, here! All things Ashton York here!By Ashton York

Denison Witmer (singer-songwriter!) joins Ashton York for a conversation surrounding topics like the creative process, the precarious intersection of art and business, spirituality, and working with Sufjan Stevens on his latest project. Follow Denison here! Listen to Denison's new single here! All things Denison Witmer here! Follow Ashton here!…

Quinn Dean and Ashton York explore the relationship between great art and suffering, what it means to leave a legacy, and whether or not Quinn should iron his shirts for work. Great ep! Enjoy it! Follow Quinn Dean! Follow Ashton York! All things Ashton York!By Ashton York

In 2002, as a teenager in New Mexico, Alana Nichols suffered a spinal cord injury while attempting a backflip on a snowboard. Rather than give up her love of sports, she transitioned to adaptive sports. She inspired many by becoming the first American female to win gold medals in both the Summer (Wheelchair Basketball) and Winter (Alpine Skiing) in…

Ashton York and his mother discuss family, childhood, grief, recovery, faith, and culture! Great ep! Enjoy it! All things Ashton York here!By Ashton York

Justin McRoberts is an author, coach, speaker, and songwriter. He is the author of six books, including the upcoming, Sacred Strides (May 2023). When he’s not writing, speaking, or coaching, you can find him as the host of the At Sea Podcast. Justin joins Ashton York for a candid conversation surrounding topics like faith and spirituality, culture,…

Ashton York and Quinn Dean discuss childhood memories, first heartbreaks, and trade their respective experiences with religion. They also take a stab at the whole "god" thing. Great ep! Enjoy it! Follow Quinn Dean! Follow Ashton York! All things Ashton York!By Ashton York

Zachary Sun reflects on the life and death of his beloved golden retriever, Judah, who took his last breath on Zach's birthday, January 26, 2023. Zach and Ashton also dive into their long time friendship, Zach's strange adolescence, and the release of York's new album, "Nightmare In Your Arms". This episode features the debut of an unreleased Zacha…

Quinn Dean and Ashton York catch up and ramble about spoken word, songwriting, mental health, and more! Enjoy it! Follow Quinn Dean! Follow Ashton York! All things Ashton York!By Ashton York

Tyler Cuchiara (musician, producer!) on music, turning 30 this year, Ashton's new album, and growing up in evangelical Christianity! Great ep! Follow Tyler here! Follow Ashton here! All things Ashton York here!By Ashton York

Quinn Dean and Ashton York reminisce about past customer service jobs, swap song ideas, and explore their respective relationships with crying. Great ep! Enjoy. Listen to Mathilde Bataillé's "Crying In Public". It's beautiful. Quinn's weekly album recommendation here Ashton's weekly album recommendation here Follow Quinn Dean here! Follow Ashton Yo…

Lil Big Boy (artist!) takes a deep dive into the world of art and creativity with Ashton York. UPDATE: Please note that the Hotel Utah show has been moved to THIS Wednesday 02/01/2023. It's a free show, starts at 8pm. See you there! Follow Lil Big Boy here! Listen to Lil Big Boy here! Follow Ashton York here! All things Ashton York here!…

Quinn and Ashton ramble about the above topics and more! Follow Quinn Dean here! Follow Ashton York here! All things Ashton YorkBy Ashton York

Danny Corbo (Nashville based singer-songwriter!) and Ashton York talk spirituality and catch up on life and music. Listen to Danny's beautiful music here Follow Danny here Follow Ashton here All things Ashton YorkBy Ashton York

Quinn Dean and Ashton York ramble about podcasting, songwriting, anxiety, poor speaking habits, and more! Follow Quinn on Instagram! Follow Ashton on Instagram! All things Ashton York!By Ashton Whittaker

USC quarterback Caleb Williams was selected as the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner. Hours after his selection, he met with pediatric patients at Kravis Children's Hospital at Mount Sinai in NYC.By CiC16

A conversation with Chaplain (COL) Bryan Walker recorded on December 6, 2022. Chaplain Walker shares from his wealth of hard earned experience serving as a Chaplain for over three decades. We talk about how the Army has changed since 1989 and what has remained the same and he shares some advice for new Chaplains and those discerning their call to t…

While at Mills High School in northern California in 1984, Leslie Maxie set the still standing World Youth Record in the 400-meter hurdles. She's been clearing hurdles ever since! Leslie Maxie is a 1988 U.S. Olympian, former world record holder in the 400-meter hurdles, and a media professional who has excelled at her craft at ESPN and FoxSports. H…

'Splashes of Hope' was founded by Heather Buggee in memory of a friend who had spent considerable time in a hospital. Heather believed that positive imagery would improve a patient's outcome and support the healing process. Her group's art installations are now in healthcare facilities across all 50 states, brightening each patient's day!…

Sally Ride became the first American woman astronaut in 1983 when she flew on the Space Shuttle Challenger. She was inspired to start a namesake school in California to promote STEM education for young girls and boys. In 2022, a statue was raised in her memory at The Cradle of Aviation Museum on Long Island.…

Liz Schafer is a volunteer artist for a not-for-profit called Splashes of Hope. The group specializes in painting murals in healthcare facilities to brighten the spirits of patients. What makes Liz's story truly unique and inspirational is that she was born with albinism and is legally blind!By CiC16

In November 2010, Cammi Granato, after winning a gold medal at Nagano was one of the first woman inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. She was recently named assistant general manager of the Vancouver Canucks. Her children's book, "I Can Play Too," is both inspirational and timely.By CiC16

Lisa Bowes is a longtime sportscaster who has covered women's hockey and basketball for CBC and TSN in Canada. She is also the author of a series of children's books that focus on a healthy and active lifestyle. The stories in the "Lucy Tries Sports" series also promote positive messages of inclusion, perseverance and emotional development.…

A conversation with Chaplain (LTC) Primitivo Davis recorded on February 28, 2022, the last day of Black History Month. Among a few of the topics discussed: Chaplain Davis shares about his experience coming onto Active Duty and deploying to Iraq 30 days later. He also talks about the importance of having good mentors and being good mentors. He discu…

Tommy Mazur was a healthy 7th grader when he contracted leukemia. How his family, friends and faith helped him rally to a full recovery 5 years later is a motivator for us all.By CiC16

Aimee Mullins has set three world records in track and field. She has a recurring role in the Netflix hit, "Stranger Things." Aimee is a runway model and served as the face of L'Oreal Cosmetics in 2011. She is a Ted Talks All Star - with one of her episodes being viewed 5 million times. She was also born with no fibulas and has achieved all of this…

Like many, at the age of 4, Richard Torrey started doodling with a sketch pad and pencil. Unlike most, he parlayed that love for illustrations and story-telling into an award-winning career as a syndicated cartoonist, children's author and illustrator. His story of meeting the immortal Charles Schulz, of providing illustrations for Disney, King Fea…

A conversation with Chaplain (MAJ) Patricia Nichols. We discuss her experiences being a Small Group Leader in the Chaplain Basic Officer Leadership Course, her calling into the Chaplaincy, hard days on a deployment, and much more! I hope you enjoy this episode! Please share it with your family and friends and leave us a review so more people can he…

Jimmy Tubbs is a puppy walker for the Guide Dog Association. When he trained "Radar," he had no idea how the lab would change his life and how the recipient of the guide dog would go on to such notoriety!By CiC16

Robert Anthony Rodriguez was born with fibular hemimelia and had his right leg amputated below the knee at just 10 months old. Additional personal tragedies did not deter Robert as he grew up as a gifted athlete and positive role model. He plays for the USA Amputee soccer team, is a sled hockey player and now a Paratriathlete!…

Born with a congenital heart defect - hypoplastic left heart syndrome - 10-year-old Jack Foley essentially has half of a heart. Doctors cautioned his parents that Jack might not survive, and that he likely would be VERY limited in his physical activity. But with the support of a great network of doctors and family, "Super Jack" has proven them all …

A conversation with Chaplain (COL) Jimmy Nichols at Fort Jackson, SC. We discuss his nearly three decades of active service and hit topics like the changes he experienced after 9-11, his personal struggles during a difficult deployment to Iraq, and the importance of Chaplains seeking counseling themselves. I hope you enjoy this episode! Please shar…

Daniela Ciriello is a 9-year-old from Plainfield, CT who requires monthly transfusions to treat her Cooley's Anemia. Through an extraordinary group - Team Impact - she was 'adopted' by the women's basketball team at the University of Connecticut. Enjoy their inspirational story!By CiC16

Alena Galan was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease (MPS – Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome) at the age of 3. She has overcome her diagnosis to sing at Radio City and Carnegie Hall, and appear on the TLC reality show, “sMothered.” Enjoy a few minutes with this amazing dynamo!By CiC16

Jesse Buchanan is a senior visual FX artist at SONY Video in Los Angeles. He has been part of development teams for some of the most popular games in history ("Call of Duty" and "God of War"). He shares his story of becoming an FX artist and reveals how video games are created.By CiC16

The Mane Event features Dave Stevens, an athlete and 7-time Emmy winner, who is the only athlete to play football and minor league baseball, despite having no legs! Dave spent 20 years at ESPN covering 11 Super Bowls, 3 World Series and 3 NCAA Final Four tournaments.By CiC16

Brett Blomquist is a special 36-year-old athlete who plays center on a sled hockey team that has won 20 championships. He recently wrote a book of poetry. All proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to his sled hockey team.By CiC16