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Jrodconcerts: The Podcast is often in the top #100 music interview podcasts on all of Apple Podcasts and it’s been ranked #50 out of 100,000+ music podcasts on Spotify. It has been selected as “Best Music Podcast’ by the W3 Awards for two years running, and has been recognized by the Nashville Business Journal, Aventura Magazine and more. It has now surpassed 800K downloads. Past guests include Judy Collins, The Late Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Lainey Wilson, Morgan Wade, Maggie Rose, Ashle ...
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“Archival Ecologies” investigates how fires, floods, mold blooms and other ecological events are affecting cultural collections and the artifacts and memories they preserve. As climate change leads to more extreme weather events, the interactions between archives and the environments where they reside are becoming increasingly frequent and fraught. This series tells the stories of such archives, their stewards, and their significance for communities at the forefront of climate change. Season ...
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The Carpenter Queens

Nickolas Ruiz & Raymond Rodriguez

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Welcome to your favorite video rental spot! Here at TCQ Video, our star employee's Nick and Raymond record "live" to discuss all things campy, gay, and horror related! These two queens break down production history and story beats all while toking up and having some fun! Come on down and check out our weekly rentals for only 69 cents a day!
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In STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)? Struggle with public speaking? Then you're in the right place! I'm Neil Thompson, engineer and speaker. This is the place to get tips to improve your public speaking, and also hear from others with STEM backgrounds who saw the benefit of public speaking in their careers and the steps they took to get better at it. Think you or someone you know would make a great guest? Email me at hello@teachthegeek.com.
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Forward Thinking Deep Tech House - Mixed live by Zam Stuart. Subscribe to my podcast that features tracks from cutting-edge artists and producers in Underground House Music!! I am inspired by Ibiza, London, Circo Loco at DC10, Amnesia, Ushuaia, Ministry of Sound, Space, Fuse, Zoo Project, Sonny Fodera, Dennis Cruz, Low Steppa, Martin Ikin, Defected, Serge Devant, Leftwing & Kody, Davide Squillace, Matthias Tanzmann, Mihai Popoviciu, Jamie Jones, Black Coffee, Butch, Saytek, Enzo Siragusa, Ar ...
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The purpose of “The People Project” is to stay connected, inspired, and driven to do our best. I will be inviting people who are trying to make a better future for others and themselves as well as touching upon specific topics that listeners want me to touch upon. In this crazy life, it isn’t always easy, so I’m excited to (finally!) bring you this podcast, where you will hear stories from me, my guests, and my friends that will help inspire others to become their best and achieve their goals.
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Professional. Polished. Accomplished. Thoughtful. Made It. Ready to Make It. “Inspiring Women” is an interview show hosted by Laurie McGraw. 30 years of leadership in both commercial companies and non-profits has taught Laurie one thing: Women need women. Women need Inspiring Women. Hear short-form interviews every week from Inspiring Women who are at the pinnacle of their careers and Inspired Women who are just starting out.
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Good Is The New Cool

Afdhel Aziz & Bobby Jones

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Purpose is the buzzword of the moment, with socially conscious consumers, activist employees, and impact investors fueling the cultural revolution around business as a force for good. But what is Purpose? How do companies and brands discover and articulate it? How can older companies reverse-engineer it into their DNA in an authentic and meaningful way? In their new podcast series, Good Is The New Cool: The Field Recordings, Bobby Jones and Afdhel Aziz meet the men and women on the purpose r ...
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Jojo is a 21 year old singer & musician from Coeur d’ Alene Idaho , and one of Indie Folk's very promising young talents. Jojo has been singing since she can remember, & writing music has always been an outlet for her in her personal life. At the age of 12 she performed at her first gig, & for the last 8 years has been crafting & challenging hersel…
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We welcome Stephanie Monroe, Executive Director of the rising Music Festival, 'Music For The Mind' in Southeast Missouri, taking place this year on August 16 and 17 in Lake Wappapello, MO. The festival fosters a sense of community with proceeds helping various mental health initiatives with a stellar lineup this year including Drake White, Maggie R…
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Varshi Gupta: Engineering Director's Journey and Public Speaking Tips for Tech Professionals Varshi Gupta is a seasoned Engineering Director, spearheading DevOps and product engineering initiatives. However, her career trajectory wasn't always straightforward. In this episode, we explore Varshi’s journey to her current role, how mastering public sp…
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Born to Swedish parents in picturesque Zurich, Switzerland, Helena Hallberg's journey as an artist is as unique and diverse as her background. Drawing inspiration from Folk, Jazz, and Pop, she seamlessly combines these elements to create a musical tapestry, exploring themes of mental health, female empowerment, and multiculturalism. Her debut album…
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Some bands, you love them almost instantly, and that was the deal for me with Michigander, who I was fortunate to be tipped off to early on, through some mutual friends in Nashville. My admiration for Jason Singer's project has only grown with each new release, as Michigander continues to explore new sonic terrain, including on their 2023 EP 'It Wi…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Melissa Bell, long time health tech executive ad CCO of Enliven Health. For Melissa, working hard was obvious and natural. She was always one to raise her hand for the next challenging assignment which gave her the reputation of being the company’s go to person for the most visible difficult projects. …
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From Engineer to Entertainer: Avish Parashar's Journey to Speaking Success Welcome to Teach the Geek Interviews! In this episode, we delve into the world of professional speaking with Avish Parashar, a computer engineer turned speaker renowned for his unique approach of integrating improvisational comedy techniques into business and personal develo…
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I am thrilled to welcome back to the show, a Nashville-based Gem, Singer-Songwriter Brontë Fall. Teri Bracken’s career as Brontë Fall began almost accidentally. The singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist born and raised in the Chicago suburbs had always been a music obsessive, dreaming of forming her bands and playing on stages. While workin…
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Days after announcing her 'All My Vices' North American headlining tour, Friend of the show JJ Wilde joins us from Canada to catch up on everything in her world. From the whirlwind past 3 years that have taken her to the top of the Rock charts, to opening up for Kiss during their farewell tour and the powerful songwriting that made the EP Best of M…
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John Oates, Sierra Hull, and Brit Taylor join Jamie in front of a live audience at City Winery in Nashville, Tennessee to celebrate episode 500 of Jrodconcerts The Podcast. Topics discussed include finding a higher purpose than yourself, still searching for that perfect song and the highlights of what have been timeless careers for all involved. Jo…
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We recap CMA Fest 2024, the world's largest Country Music Festival, which took place in Nashville June 6-9. The best things we saw, were the people, the weather and more. We also conclude our final interviews with two up-and-coming Singer-Songwriters Britnee Kellogg and Alannah McCready. Britnee Kellogg’s journey into country music is a story of pa…
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We bid adieu to an unforgettable 2024 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival with an in-depth review, including the best bands we saw, and a general overview of what was a HOT but special time in Manchester, Tennessee. Then we sit down with Texas Hill, one of Country-Rock's most buzzworthy bands for a chat on the progress they have made as a band. their …
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Tony Chatman - Insights from a Professional Speaker With a chemical engineering background, Tony Chatman is a professional speaker, author, and consultant, speaking on topics such as change management, teamwork, and unconscious bias. For those of who are considering becoming speakers, you probably have a lot of questions. How do you get speaking en…
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In this episode, we're featuring an exclusive interview from the alternative rock band Jive Talk, recorded live at Bonnaroo Music Festival. This landmark Roo performance marked a significant milestone for the Nashville-based band as they continue their rapid ascent into a leading musical force. During the show, Jive Talk delivered an unforgettable …
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Nlaka’pamux basket makers Judy Hanna and Peter Sam recount their processes of basket making, how they learned the craft, and share their hopes for the continuation of basketry traditions in their community. Archival Ecologies is created and hosted by Jayme Collins. It's a production of Blue Lab at Princeton University. Sound design by Sam Riddell a…
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We met with a very esteemed Friend of the show, Jobi Riccio after her spectacular debut at Bonnaroo . In this engaging conversation Jobi remembers and pays homage to the late Jeremy Tepper, a loss still shaking the Americana Music Community. Other topics discussed include nerves on stage, the recognition and acclaim coming her way in 2024 and which…
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Rebecca and Megan Lovell of critically acclaimed Rock Band Larkin Poe join us at Bonnaroo 2024. In this special and profound discussion, we talk about being an influence to the younger generation of Female guitarists, being fulfilled and at peace, the ‘Why’ that keeps the band going, and how an acoustic album unleashed new sonic horizons.…
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We meet with our dear Friends, rising Rock N'Roll Trailblazers The Foxies at Bonnaroo 2024, hours before their epic Thursday night set. Julia Bullock, Jake Ohlbaum, and Rob Bodley share with us why playing this festival is a career checkmark, the continued progress and momentum of the band, staying true to your human values, and looking ahead to a …
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Chris Hodges Shares Secrets to Speaking Success With a computer science background, Chris Hodges is a professional speaker, author, and consultant, speaking on using automation to create more profitable businesses. For those of who are considering becoming speakers, you probably have a lot of questions. How do you get speaking engagements? How do y…
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In this episode, we sit down with Paul Hoffman of Greensky Bluegrass, one of the most influential Bluegrass Jam bands of the past two decades. We talk about the band's longevity, the Bluegrass scene starting in Michigan in the mid-2000s, still having that 'chip' on the shoulder, the creation of the Icelandic Sessions, and more. We also discuss Gree…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Dr. Jenny Schneider about the new Home[ward] Grown program to elevate women founders and leaders that was launched last year. Dr. Sipra Laddha, CoFounder and CEO of Luna Joy discusses her experience with the program. Jenny is very vested in female founders and believes that the worn battle scars are us…
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In this episode, we sit down with Canadian country rock band The Washboard Union, fresh off their electrifying performance at CMA Fest. With an impressive nine CCMA Awards under their belt, including three consecutive Group of the Year wins, the band has cemented their status as one of the most celebrated acts in Canadian country music. We delve in…
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In this episode, we sit down for a special conversation with multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE, recorded live at CMA Fest 2024. We talk about the "trick" of creating live magic with the audience, the importance of gratitude, playing iconic venues all over the world, and the pursuit of the best music of their lives. This is a conversation that …
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In this episode, we sit down with award-winning actress Stefanie Estes, star of the upcoming fantasy psychological horror film "Wild Eyed and Wicked." Stefanie shares her insights on getting chemistry with a new cast, living in the emotional states of the characters she portrays, and her thoughts on the current state of Hollywood post-strike. Stefa…
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Jamie Champagne is Cracking the Speaker Code Jamie Champagne is a business analysis speaker and trainer. For those of who are considering becoming speakers, you probably have a lot of questions. How do you get speaking engagements? How do you figure out pricing? What do you need to have in place to be a speaker? So many questions, so let’s see what…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Jami Youmans, President and CEO of HealthEco. Jami is an athlete and expected to be seven feet tall when she grew up and likely playing professional basketball. It was her sincere curiosity that led her to healthcare and building her company HealthEco. In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series f…
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In this episode, we chat with singer-songwriter Friend of the show Imogen Clark, who recently relocated to Nashville from Australia. Imogen recently released her new album, "The Art of Getting Through," which was recorded in iconic studios like Abbey Road in London, Peter Frampton's Studio Phenix in Nashville, and East West in Los Angeles. Imogen's…
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Weeks after the release of their beautiful debut album, Us, Americana Duo and Friends of the show Bowen*Young return to the show. Composed of Clare Bowen, a radiant star from rural Australia known for her role as Scarlett on the hit TV series “Nashville,” and Brandon, a melody-spinner from Connecticut, the couple found their destinies entwined in t…
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Nlaka’pamux knowledge keeper John Haugen describes baskets the Lytton First Nation Community lost during the 2021 wildfire and discusses the role of basketry in the community. The meaning and the making of baskets in the community draws together food systems, local ecological knowledge, colonial land and resource use disruptions, and the circulatio…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Denielle deWynter, CFO and SVP of Hearst Health. Denielle has spent twenty years in finance and half of them in various Hearst businesses. It’s the mission driven focus that Denielle finds so meaningful, making this her best position so far. In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series, Denielle de…
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Navigating Speaker Success with Eric J. Rodriguez Welcome to Teach the Geek Interviews! In this episode, we dive into the world of professional speaking with Eric Rodriguez, the owner of Change Maker LLC. Having transitioned from the tech industry to becoming a successful speaker, Eric shares invaluable insights for aspiring speakers. From securing…
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Thrilled to catch up with Friend of the Show, and Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jim Lauderdale, Live at Rooster Walk Music Festival in Martinsville, Virginia. Jim shares with us stories of his upcoming LP, My Favorite Place—out June 21st, as well as the undeniable magic that happens in the studio with his new band 'The Game Changers' (Craig Smith (Gu…
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Welcome to a super special episode -- not just because we are approaching our 500th episode, though I've gotta say I’m pretty proud of that, and so grateful to all of the artists who’ve given their time and been open to this conversation, but also because this episode features one of my favorite interviews from the podcast so far this year. I have …
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Douglas Squirrel is the Tech Team GuruIn this episode, we sit down with Douglas Squirrel, an advisor, author, speaker, coach, and consultant who helps technical teams become more profitable. What does that mean, and how did he get into this line of work? How important is public speaking in his career? Let's find out!Get in touch with Douglas:🌐 Doug…
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We sat down with founding member of Indie Rock Band Futurebirds, Daniel 'Womz' Womack at Bear Shadow Music Festival 2024 in Highlands, NC. Topics discussed include the longevity of the band, playing iconic rooms, connecting with the audience in their shows, and the healthy competition with creativity among the band.…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Kristin Rodriguez. Kristin is many things, and one of those things is that Kristin is funny. Don’t confuse her quick wit and humorous approach to career trajectory (a winding path indeed!) with anything less than her seriousness in how she expects to help Heroes. Who are the Heroes? The people who are …
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Nashville based Indie rock trailblazer Sam Varga joins Jrodconcerts: The podcast on the heels of his awesome upcoming studio album, Shadow Work, to talk about the roots of his influences, how he first fell in love with Emo, rocking Louisville venues in high school, moving to Music City in search of like-minded community there, and more. We also tal…
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I had the best time getting to know the wonderful Dylan Chambers for this episode of Jrodconcerts: The Podcast. Ahead of the release of his new EP For Your Listening Pleasure! (Out May 17) we recently met over Zoom for a conversation exploring important moments in his creative evolution. Things like deep diving into his father's record collection a…
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Between Buildings and Books: Sandy Poirier Smith's Unexpected PathIn this episode, Neil Thompson sits down with Sandy Poirier Smith, the CEO of Smith Publicity, a company dedicated to helping authors with book marketing and promotion. Despite her background in architecture, Sandy found herself in the world of book promotion. Join us as we explore h…
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We preview the MUSIC ICONS Exclusive Exhibit running May 15 through May 18 at Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum with Darren Julien · Co-Founder/Executive Director, Julien's Auctions and Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum CEO Linda Chambers. The exhibit features famed guitars from legendary artists including Prince, Bob Dylan, John Lennon , Robbie Robert…
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In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series, Emily talks about her leadership journey from the point of view of a “mid careerist”. Today she is leading innovation operations at Geisinger. Her path to leadership was not a clear straight journey and she credits her prior diverse experience to giving her the confidence to lead innovation where sh…
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The incomparable Friend of the show BJ Barham of American Aquarium joins me for Jrodconcerts: The Podcast Live from Bear Shadow Music Festival 2024. Not only is BJ an artist whose music we've admired for many years, but for my ~career, when we cross paths we have learned what a hilarious, generous, soulful and inspiring person he is, as well. The f…
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Dr. Ashley Sloat: Public Speaking in the Patent WorldDr. Ashley Sloat is a patent agent and president of Aurora Consulting LLC, helping companies build robust and valuable patent portfolios. How did a PhD in Biomedical Sciences get into the patent world? What’s a patent agent anyway? How does public speaking figure into all of it? Let’s find out!__…
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Some Artists, they captivate you almost instantly, and that was the deal for me with Taylor Bickett, who I was fortunate to meet opening for Friend of the Show Ron Pope during an extensive North American tour early this year. Catapulted by a viral moment for her 2022 single" Quarter Life Crisis," the Indianapolis native has continued to make her na…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Michelle Wright. In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series, Michelle begins our conversation talking about what it means to play the long game. She has always been in Maryland and for nearly thirty of those years she was a senior executive at Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield. To play the long game…
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Sally Buice and Molly Rochelson of rising Americana duo The Montvales join Jamie for a unique and in-depth conversation. Sally and Molly spent much of their formative years busking in Knoxville, honing their uniquely boisterous harmonies and driving, joyful sound. Now an established and acclaimed band we talk about their new album 'Born Strangers',…
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Mona Ockenden: Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and DeodorantCheck out this engaging interview with Mona Ockenden, CEO of Mona Moon Naturals, as she shares her journey from civil engineering to entrepreneurship in the natural products industry.To learn more about Mona, visit her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mona-samaan-ockenden-bbb75…
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Americana Indie Monarch Mary Bragg joins Jrodconcerts: The Podcast LIVE on the heels of her awesome EP, Tie Me To You, to talk about writing from a place of happiness: how magic can arrive in a studio session, the new challenges of Producing & Engineering and more. We also talk about her special childhood in Georgia, her coming out to family, and w…
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Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Nadine Hauf. In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series, Nadine begins our conversation with a view into how she developed an innovative technology hub for health plan members. A place where people can come into the care system and understand what is available to them. She built this hub at a tim…
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