Composer John Jesensky and I talk about music, Inspector Gadget, Thomas Newman, piano, and more!Composer/conductor JOHN JESENSKY earned his B.M. in Music Composition from the HarttSchool of Music under the tutelage of composer Stephen Gryc, as well as leading wind ensembleconductor Glen Adsit. John was awarded his M.M. in Film Composition from New …

Welcome to The Sonic Truth Podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have the incredibly talented Sarah MacDougall join us. Sarah is a multiple award-winning singer/songwriter known for her poetic songs and passionate performances. She masterfully blends folk, pop, and rock elements into her infectious, often epic songs. In this episode, Sarah s…

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Sonic Truth Podcast! 🎧 Today, we are thrilled to have the incredibly talented Marc Daniel Nelson on the show. Marc is a Grammy and French Academy Award-nominated mixing engineer, music producer, and creative director with over 20 years of experience in the music industry. In this episode, we dive deep…

🎸 Linda Taylor on The Sonic Truth Podcast! 🎸 Join us for an incredible episode of The Sonic Truth as we welcome Linda Taylor, guitarist and composer for "Whose Line Is It Anyway?". Based in L.A., Linda is a versatile arranger, musical director, and producer who has worked with a wide range of artists, including Art Garfunkel, Maia Sharp, Terri Lyne…

Join us for a candid conversation with Brian Tarquin, a seasoned industry veteran with over 30 years of experience. As a former jazz guitarist and an Emmy winning composer, he's worked with legends like Joe Satriani, Larry Coryell, and Mike Stern. His recent collaboration with Joe earned them an Emmy for Best Video, showcasing Brian's knack for vis…

In this captivating interview, legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds joins The Sonic Truth’s Chris and Trevor as he delves into his fascinating journey through the music industry. From his unique preferences in audio equipment to his experience recording in the renowned RCA Studio, Folds shares insights that resonate with both artists and fans. Dis…

Immerse yourself in the world of audio mastery with Warren Huart of Produce Like A Pro. Get exclusive insights into groundbreaking audio gear like the MK-609 and delve into the transformative trends of conventions and digital commerce. Experience an episode rich with industry acumen and a twist of humor. Dig deep with The Sonic Truth as they ask Wa…

Join us on this week’s episode of The Sonic Truth Podcast as we dive into the world of live broadcast mixing with our special guest, Matt Rifino. Matt is a 5x Emmy Award winner, known for his work on NBC The Today Show. He shares his journey from the beginnings, his experiences playing in bands, the art of mixing a live broadcast, and even a bit on…

Reinventing The Patchbay with Darren Nakonechny of Flock Audio. This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with owner and founder of Flock Audio, Darren Nakonechny! We discuss the beginnings of Flock Audio and how a touring musician reinvented the patch bay! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date with all future…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris and Trevor sit down with Rome from Sublime with Rome and Duddy of Dirty Heads, collectively Rome & Duddy. We discuss making music with your best friends, how they got started, gear (of course) and so much more. This episode was shot at the beginning of 2023 and is finally seeing the light of day! It's full of laug…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with Eli Maiman of Walk The Moon. This is Eli’s podcast now - so it was nice to be in the guest seat! We discuss the beginnings, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, and what it’s like to have a song so massive it becomes the people's song! Now shut up and dance, but more importantly, liste…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with singer-songwriter and guitarist of Dashboard Confessional, Armon Jay! We discuss the beginnings, recording his solo albums on his own, how he joined Dashboard Confessional, his setup, and also home renovations! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date with all future…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with Kiive Audio’s, Eddie Lucciola. We discuss how he got into making plug-ins, what challenges he’s faced, and his help in making AudioScape’s first-ever plug-in for the XL-305R. This is a real fun one! Sit back. Relax. And enjoy our chat with Eddie. Be sure to like, comment, and subscrib…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris and Justin chat with Jean Rodriguez, a multi grammy-winning producer, vocalist, and engineer. Jean has worked with Beyonce, Xtina, The Weeknd, Pharrell Williams, and many more. We discuss his vocal recording techniques, the story of a broken Ilok, and stories from his exciting career. Be sure to like, comment, and…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with elder emo and full time music guy, Jacob Stillman. You may know Jacob as (just) Stillman. Jacob has been making music professionally since he was 12 years old. Got signed at 16, left the industry at 19, and then got back to it at 25. We talk about everything with him, from his love fo…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris and Justin chat with AudioScape Artist and drummer, Brian Dunne. You may know Brian’s work as the drummer of Hall & Oats, Live From Daryl’s House, Cafe Wha (Funk Night), and he’s the owner of “Back of the Bus Recording” Remote Drum Tracks. We get into his background and how everything came to be. His drumming styl…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with professional meme maker and microphone creator, Derek Bargaehr. Derek is the owner of Vanguard Audio Labs, and they’re gearing up to release their highly anticipated, V24. Chris and Derek go back and forth on the relationship AudioScape and Vanguard have with one another, microphone d…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with producer, composer, musician, and just all around great guy, Manny Nieto. You may know Manny from his work with Produce Like A Pro, Manny’s Mic Locker, Circle Jerks, The Breeders, Mars Volta, the Chavez Ravine, distortion Felix, voice on tape. Manny has been in the business for 25 yea…

This week on The Sonic Truth Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum-selling producer, composer, musician, and DJ, Matt Lange. You may know Matt from AVID ProTools Sonic Drop. We get into the nitty-gritty of his background, sound design, movie trailers, and even playgrounds… You’re going to have to watch to find out …

This week on the The Sonic Truth Chris and Trevor chat with mad scientist, Jeremy Griffith! Jeremy is an American record producer, audio engineer, and musician. He’s worked with band such as Underoath, Anberlin, Code 7, and Norma Jean - just to name a few. We cover everything from getting started in music, the science behind The Beatles, some multi…

We’re back! After a chaotic few months behind the scenes, The Sonic Truth Crew has returned! This week Chris, Justin, and Trevor chat with Devvon Terrell, whom you may know from HelpMeDevvon and the podcast, AudioNerds. Devvon is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer. We cover everything from getting started in music and how i…

Join me and my guest author Daniel Aegan as we discuss the downfall of the artist formerly known as Twitter and how to steal a pizza. Daniel is a dark humorist, writer and tarot reader. Find him at www.danielaegan.comBy Sarah Fader

In this episode, Michelle Tillis Lederman talks about her book, The Connector's Advantage. What does it mean to have a mindset of abundance? How can one be conscientious and maintain fulfilling relationships? Learn how being generous is good for you and the person who receives your gifts. Here's more about Michelle:Michelle is an accomplished speak…

Join me as I talk with the lovely Bryanna Gary, creator of The Angry Noodle blog! Bryanna is a neurospicy rockstar who creates "silly little guys." She's a streamer, gamer and a badass. She is an alumna of NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where I also went. We love Bryanna, who also goes by Brie or Brioche. Here's more about The Angry…

Richard Brockman MD lost his mother to suicide when he was only 7 years old. Since that day he has been trying to put the pieces of his life back together. In his book Life After Death - Surviving Suicide, Dr. Brockman describes his journey of loss and healing. Richard Brockman, MD, is a clinical professor in the department of psychiatry at Columbi…

Join me and August McLaughlin, as we talk about ADHD things and the Adderall shortage! I love August because we have such similar brains. She talks freely about female sexuality at Girl Boner Radio and she's an amazing writer. Also, we ran around without shirts and our parents told us that wasn't okay. Here's more about the lovely August:August is …

Canadian podcaster, Casey Ryan, is a movie savant. I tried to stump him by finding movies he hadn't seen, but alas I failed. Until next time, Ryan. Casey and I talk about movies his podcast On The Cutting Room Floor, anxiety and much much more.By Sarah Fader

Ghosting can be painful. When you're ghosted, you don't know why the person stopped talking to you. Whether you're the ghoster or the ghostee, this phenomenon impacts us. Jennifer Maddox-Byrd, LCSW and I sit down to talk about the concept of cutting someone out of your life.By Sarah Fader

Charles Maddox-Byrd is an IT professional with over a decade of experience in the field. He is certified in AWS Solutions and has a CompTIA Security Plus. He is an AI enthusiast and is here to tell us what the cool robots are up to these days.By Sarah Fader

Join me as I sit down with Reed Gregory, the metalcore-loving journalist. I found Reed on TikTok, where he shares his love for Motionless in White, I Prevail and many other badass bands. He shares fun transition videos where he transforms from a fun tattooed dude to a professional anchor using different post-hardcore songs. In this episode we talk …

Join me as I have a lovely conversation with Mel B. and Jackie D. Owners of BDA Publishing, and hosts of Read, Watch, or DNF, and DNF Happy Hour podcasts! We discuss The Yellow Wallpaper, Xennials, ADHD, books and much much more!Mel B. here, the CEO (whatever that means). I’m a workaholic who enjoys naps, books, and cows. I was born in NYC, and now…

Coach Shanita (Shanita Liu) is truly a magical person. She's a mother and life transformer. Join me as ai sit down with her and talk about how she empowers women to be their authentic selves Shanita Liu, MPA, CPC is a mom of three warriors, veteran spouse, salsa dancer, and Fulbright Scholar. She created Coach Shanita, Inc. so that she could use he…

Join me as I talk with the Image Intent bois (Brandon Shay, Omar Estrada and Alejandro Gomez) about the meaning behind their song "Heartache." Some might say that the song goes through the five stages of grief. Unrelated - I got tickets to see Blink 182 in Austin and I found an old book about them in my dad's apartment in Brooklyn. Listen up to hea…

Join me as I talk with Emilia D'Anzica, Founder and Managing Director of Growth Molecules. We discuss women in tech, mental health issues in the customer success industry, work/life balance (as if there is one when you're a mom), and more!Emilia M. D’Anzica is the Founder and Managing Director of Growth Molecules, a management consulting firm focus…

Join me as I sit down with Jocelyn Davis, author of many books on leadership including her latest, Insubordinate where she dissects 12 female business archetypes and reframes them. A self-identified snow queen, Jocelyn is cool, collected and brilliant. Here's more about her:Jocelyn Davis is an internationally known author and speaker and the former…

Michelle Tillis Lederman is a people expert who inspires organizations and individuals to build real relationships and get real results. Having worked with organizations large and small, she’s identified the common struggle… it’s people challenges. Michelle began her journey to training and speaking when she became disheartened by the lack of leade…

Join me as I sit down with Vic Peroni, COO of Arctiva, a natural skincare company. Here's more about Arctiva:Their products have: clinically proven ingredients• Key vitamins, botanicals, and essential oils• Free of steroids, fragrance, sulfates, and parabens• No testing on animalsEnhanced with HYDROSURF™Arctiva is the only product line on the marke…

Join me as I sit down with Robin Finn, writer, teacher and creator of the Heart, Soul, Pen.,® writer's workshop. Robin is a mother of special needs kids and knows the challenges of parenting neurodivergent children. About Robin Finn:Robin Finn, MA, MPH, is an award-winning writer, teacher, and coach, and the founder and creator of Heart. Soul. Pen.…

Join me as I have a fun conversation with author, Liz Alterman about her YA suspense novel He'll Be Waiting and all her amazing projects. Liz is a powerhouse Aries writer, mama and cat lover. Liz Alterman is the author of a domestic suspense novel, The Perfect Neighborhood, a young adult thriller, He’ll Be Waiting, and a memoir, SadSacked. Her work…

Join me as I interview the brutally honest, funny, and talented Aliza Worthington. Her first name is pronounced Uh-lee-zuh, which rhymes with the leaning tower of Pisa. Don't you forget it, either...like I did. We discuss mansplainers, old school blogging, BlogHer, New York and more!"Accountability journalism, advocacy for marginalized folks, harmr…

In this episode, James Gummer and I talk about how OCD impacts our romantic relationships among other things. It's hard when the grocery store doesn't have that specific brand of vegan sausage that you want and you have to stand there for 45 minutes trying to figure out what to do!James Gummer has no idea what’s going on and is learning to be okay …

The boys from SLC metalcore band Image/Intent join me to talk music and donuts! Secrets are revealed as well as embarrassing nicknames!Omar Estrada (vocalist), Alejandro Gomez (guitar) and Jake Burgess (drums) are hilarious and talented AND have an upcoming show in Orem, Utah on Friday 5/26/23. Tickets are available at https://www.theboardwalksound…

Omar Estrada, Lead singer of the band Image/Intent and I talk music, dogs, ADHD, 9-5 jobs, how I have been fired for being late or weird, metalcore bands and more! You'll have to listen to find out all the things! He reveals the reason that their song "Ryan Gosling" is called "Ryan Gosling." Omar likes Bring Me The Horizon as much as I do. BUT WAIT…

Join me as I kick it with Homer Raymundo, bassist from the metalcore band Image/Intent. A former firefighter and musical chameleon, Homer was born in Brazil and came to live in Nevada, He started playing violin as a child and eventually moved on to guitar and bass. What can he say? He loves the strings! He's proud to be a part of Image/Intent. who …

I chat with J.C. about her new adult romance books, mental breakdown and disability while her dogs interrupt us non-stop. Don't miss this opportunity to hear about sizzling romance.J.C. Hannigan lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband, their two sons and their dogs. She writes contemporary romance stories with compelling characters and vibrant pl…

James Forbes, Mastering Engineer from Clear Track Studios in Tampa, stops by The Sonic Truth to discuss audio mentorship programs, the importance of an assistant engineer, and everything from CLASP technology to working at Full Sail and all the toys Clear Track studios have in their arsenal. Welcome to Audioscape's Official Podcast, The Sonic Truth…

Larry Mitchell is back! This week Larry swings by The Sonic Truth to catch up with Trevor. Everything from conventions, Steve Vai, writing, recording, analog gear, Stewart Copeland, you name it! Larry also creeps us out with a ghost story! Check out Larry’s website and social media to stay up-to-date with everything. 00:00 Catching Up & Convention …

Are you having difficulty placing the songs or compositions you write? Hear some tips and advice from, Universal Music Publishing Group songwriter, Eddie Montilla. Hear stories from Eddie about working with DJ Khaled, learning classic rock songs on his 19th birthday, working at Abbey Road Studios, and the importance of having a reference mix for yo…

Learn about the recording process and techniques from the 30s and 40s. Our guest today, Eddie Montilla, is a world-class keyboardist, universal music publishing songwriter, and producer who has worked with DJ Khaled, Gym Class Heroes, Linkin Park, Lady Gaga, and Usher to name a few. Eddie's father, Fernando J Montilla, was a pioneer of stereo imagi…

In part two of the Will Yip podcast, we learn about what projects Will is currently working on, his desire to wear many hats, and his ability to work on multiple levels within the music industry. He gets asked a few oddball questions and we find out that he would want to be a compressor, and Trevor would be a guitar tuner. Plus, we learn the secret…