Best The Travelling Music Therapist Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 124: Brynn Knickle, a Nova Scotia native now thriving in Los Angeles, is an accomplished actress, model, singer, and fight director. 1:18:06

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Brynn Knickle has worked on a number of Nova Scotia shot films, and divides her time between Halifax and Los Angeles. With an impressive array of talents, Brynn lives by the philosophy of "throwing spaghetti at the wall" to see what sticks, embracing life's unpredictability and allowing it to guide her journey. After honing her craft in New York Ci…

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Episode 123: Justin Huston and Kristen Morse Allow Each Other to Truly be Themselves. Through Their Authentic Support for One Another, a Beautiful Band Called "No-K" Was Born. 1:26:48

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Halifax-based power couple Justin Huston and Kristen Morse, both American-born, discovered a common love for Nova Scotia, music, and each other. Justin serves as the Deputy Minister of the Department of the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage, while Kristen co-owns the iconic, open, and relaxed Nordic spa "Nature Folk." Their r…

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Episode 122: Postfun Is Always Looking For Fun in Both Life and Their Music. We Sit Down With Jack and Mackenzie to Learn All About This Young Band’s Dynamic and Dreams 1:16:06

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Jack Murtha and Mackenzie Adams play in a band called Postfun, a name inspired by those after-hours moments once all the crazy wildness of a night has concluded. Hailing from Shad Bay, Nova Scotia, Postfun is an indie-rock band that seamlessly blends alt-country, emo, and post-hardcore influences. Their emotional lyricism is occasionally accompanie…

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Episode 121: Despite Being Sick, We Look Forward to Upcoming Summer Happenings 30:54

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In this episode, we talk about what's coming up for Mike and Kristen this summer! From releasing the second edition of our book "You and Me," doing a live podcast recording with Christina Martin at her release show this September, planning a podcast workshop (who owns an airplane?!) Mike's festival circuit, to Togetherland events; We offer an overv…

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Episode 120: Writer Lindsay Kyte and Music Therapist Darrel Cameron’s Love For Music Brought Them Together to Celebrate Home, Life and Rita MacNeil 1:25:09

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Lindsay Kyte, a talented playwright and actress, and Darrel Cameron, a skilled music therapist and producer with Blue Acres, share a profound love for the arts that forms the bedrock of their relationship. Their mutual understanding of the creative lifestyle helps them stay strong and connected as a couple, with late nights at rehearsals or in the …

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Episode 119: Comedian Peter White, Aka 'Fat Tiger,' Rises as a Prominent Voice in the Comedy Scene Across Canada, England and the World 1:49:29

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Peter White, an engineer turned stand-up comic, quickly rose to prominence in the comedy scene, being named one of the “Top 5 Up and Coming Comedians in Canada” by CBC Radio’s “So, You Think You’re Funny?” within a year of his career. He has performed at top comedy clubs, corporate events, and theatres across Canada, including prestigious festivals…

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Episode 118: Louisa Horne of Epilog Encourages Conversations and Planning Around End Of Life With Her Environmentally Considerate Approaches to Death 1:21:34

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Louisa Horne is the visionary founder of Epilog, a Nova Scotian company dedicated to reimagining funeral services and end-of-life care. Epilog offers a comprehensive range of options, including natural burials, celebrations of life, and support for seniors transitioning from their family homes. Their services extend to organizing moves and facilita…

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Episode 117: The Town Heroes Are Releasing Their 7th Full-Length Album! We Welcome Bruce Gillis To The Studio To Reflect on 20 Years of Friendship, Music, and Shenanigans 1:43:59

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With a SECRET album release show just around the corner, The Town Heroes take us on a trip down memory lane, starting with the wee corners of where it all began on Cape Breton Island. Loyal to each other, their fans and the music, TTH have continued to “Keep On Keepin’ On” through their lyrical genius and industry respect. Two of the hardest-workin…

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Episode 116: Halifax's Award-Winning Rock-Pop Band Good Dear, Good Embraces Nova Scotian Roots, Advocates for Inclusion, and is Rapidly Rising to Stardom 1:16:15

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Good Dear, Good is both an ECMA and Music Nova Scotia award-winning rock-pop band based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Their band name inspired by the endearing, commonly-heard Nova Scotian phrase. This rapidly rising band, known for their vibrant sound and inclusive ethos, was born from the camaraderie and shared passion of its members who met at NSCC. …

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Episode 115: Namit Holay Has a PhD in Medical Immunity Research Where He Joins the Crusade to Cure Cancer. But He Approaches This Work in A Completely New Way 1:19:51

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Unlike most approaches to modern medicine, Namit Holey wanted to test his higher education through personal experimentation. His lab? An Ashram in India where he would spend eight months learning about holistic health, the impact of the mind on our well-being and how finding our personalized approaches to life is our greatest defence mechanism. Nam…

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Episode 114: Mat Elliott Has Played With Dozens Of Talented Artists and Is Now Releasing His Very Own Songs! 1:14:04

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Mat Elliott, a Halifax-based musician and producer, is gearing up to release his brand-new EP titled "South Endings." His music is a breath of fresh obscure air, offering listeners a unique blend of sounds, styles, harmonies, and unexpected twists. With his inaugural solo project, Mat showcases his incredible talent and creativity. In our chat with…

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Episode 113: The Town Heroes' Latest Single, "Hockey Fights," Is a Spirited Anthem Inspired by Canada's Favorite Game, Falling In Love, Nostalgia, And the Power of Community 1:10:31

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With its catchy, sing-along chorus, Hockey Fights celebrates the energy of a bringing people together. Lead singer Mike Ryan poured his heart into the song, managing quick turnarounds and making sure the hockey anthem was ready for the play-offs! He also shares stories of idolizing the Inverness Maroons hockey team, how the song turned from folk to…

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Episode 112: Legendary Canadian Journalist, Donna Leon Allows Us to Turn the Tables and Interview HER! Feminist, Trailblazer, Mentor; This is Someone We Want You to Know 1:27:32

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Donna Leon is a multi-talented journalist, filmmaker, mentor, radio host, and cook, whose remarkable career spans over several decades. With nearly 700 television episodes to her credit, Donna has earned numerous awards for her outstanding work. Born and raised in Cape Breton, she has showcased the beauty and culture of the Maritimes through her te…

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Episode 111: Today We Share Our Gratitude, Life Updates, Show Announcements and a Little Company For Your Road Trip to the ECMAs! 44:08

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Mike and Kristen are eagerly on their way to the East Coast Music Awards on Prince Edward Island, where they've been nominated for Media Person of the Year. In their latest podcast episode, the couple offers heartfelt shout-outs to everyone who supported their fundraiser, and share updates on exciting events like: The Town Heroes Secret Show on Jun…

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Episode 110: Bill Monk, Affectionately Known as Whistler, a True Legend of the Annapolis Valley Has an Indomitable Spirit That Has Left a Mark on the World of Long-Distance Hiking 1:25:18

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Having conquered both the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail, Whistler's journey is one of triumph over adversity and the unwavering support of those around him. He regales listeners with tales of meticulous preparation, the invaluable assistance of his devoted wife, his loyal hiking companion "Scooby," and the kindness of trail angels e…

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Episode 109: Rankin MacInnis Presents Winter Warmers & Blueberry Jam - Uniting Communities with Musical Talent and Family Fun to Brighten Winter Days 1:24:38

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With his unique approach to live performance, Rankin MacInnis orchestrates a musical journey that spans 11-weeks over the winter months, bringing together a diverse ensemble of up to a dozen musicians. His commitment to fostering community spirit and highlighting local talent has earned him the prestigious title of Entertainer of the Year at the 20…

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Episode 108: Danielle Megaffin Is One Year Sober! From Party Girl to Social Media Influencer, Author, PhD Candidate and Sobriety Cheerleader 1:20:02

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Danni Mega has been kidnapped in Romania, starred on UK reality television, had her heart broken by a rock star and struggled with drug and alcohol addiction for most of her adult life. After reaching her rock-bottom, she completely turned her life around and is on a mission to self-improvement and supporting others on their journey to sobriety. A …

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Episode 107: Brandon Tumblin Took Interest In The Stoicism Philosophies and Lifestyle After Watching the Movie ‘Gladiators.’ He’s Now Joining Us to Share His Learnings, Observations and Lessons. 1:35:35

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Rooted in the concept of living a virtuous life, Stoicism was born from ancient Greek ideologies of being a good person. Stoicism teaches us self-reflection, how to manage emotional reactions to things we cannot control, practicing discipline and living harmoniously with nature. Brandon embodies these qualities and maintains a sense of the Stoic pr…

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Episode 106: Amanda Ring Supports Women as a Clinical Therapist, Consciousness Coach, Energy Healer and Shamanic Practitioner. We Offer Spiritual Perspectives in This Fascinating Interview 1:42:39

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Amanda Ring has known since she was a child that she was attuned to the energy around her. Her craft and language around her work has only strengthened with time, and now she’s imparting her knowledge upon others. Her beautiful presence is palpable in this chat where we explore themes of transformation, self-discovery and childhood memories. Amanda…

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Episode 105: SXSW Overview with Mike and Kristen – All the Things We Learned From AI to Art to Funding to Mindset 1:33:50

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We’re back from a week-long adventure in Austin, Texas where we experienced our first South by Southwest (SXSW) festival! We dig into the conference itself – how it started/how it functions, and exchange takeaways in real time. Listen to our debrief of session learnings, who we met, what we ate, how it’s shaped our future strategies, how it was fun…

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Episode 104: Nancy Regan Shows Up in Hot Jupiter Sounds to Interview US in Celebration of Year Three Kick-Off for Mike and Kristen the Podcast 1:13:32

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Our dear friend, the legendary Nancy Regan has taken over the mic to host this week’s episode of Mike and Kristen! She takes us down memory lane asking how we met, what we love about each other, and how we’ve managed to maintain both collaboration and connection after 13 years of being a couple. We reveal one of our closest secrets – Mexican Superb…

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Episode 103: Jonathan Torrens Has Been Joining us in Our Living Rooms Since He Was Just a Kid! He’s Now a Proud Father, Animal Lover and Forever a Canadian Legend 1:17:43

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JT, Jonovision, J-Roc, we know him by many names but he’s consistently known as our favourite Canadian icon. Jonathan Torrens started an acting career at just 15-years-old on Street Cents and we have been celebrating him ever since in shows such as Trailer Park Boys, Moonshine and Vollies. One of the kindest, funniest, most intelligent guests we’ve…

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Episode 102: Dale Murray is the Support Man Everyone Wants in Their Band! A Lifelong Musician, Producer, Performer and Friend, We’re So Thrilled to Have This Legend in the Studio 1:31:28

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Dale Murray has performed with the best – everyone from Matt Mays to Christina Martin, to his famous aunt – Nova Scotia royalty, Anne Murray. His intention is to support others to help them sound and perform to their top potential. A humble approach to the music industry. Dale’s unique spectrum of talent makes him the perfect guest to reflect on th…

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Episode 101: Steve Luxton Is Teaching Today’s Youth About Music After Spending a Lifetime as a Student Himself 1:27:37

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Though born and raised in Ontario, Steve Luxton now calls Nova Scotia home. Blame it on meeting a girl and falling in love! We’re happy to have his expertise in the music community, in particular his students at Nova Scotia Community College, who cherish his talent and guidance. We chat about his time spent at esteemed Humber College to running his…

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Episode 100: 100-Year-Old Shirley Hilchie Helps Us Celebrate our 100th Episode! 54:02

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For our 100th episode we wanted to share a very special chat with our new friend, Shirley. Shirley reflects on her long and vibrant life, sharing bits of advice on longevity, hard-work, family, friendship and how it all changes with age. This inspiring centenarian found the love of her life in her early school days and shares how much their marriag…

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Episode 99: Mike Morrison of Fire Valley Fire Has Been Marching to the Beat of His Own Drums for Over Twenty Years 1:22:06

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Music has been a part of Mike Morrison’s life since he was just a kid, influenced by the talents of his father. He has played with many bands, including Rock Ranger with the late Jay Smith and now with some of his closest friends in Fire Valley Fire. We talk about musical “feel,” how he doesn’t know the origin story of his band name (LOL) and the r…

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Episode 24: Something in the Orange 24:05

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In this heartfelt episode of the Better Weather podcast, Brandon delves into the personal struggles that arose from recent health issues with his teenage daughter. What started as a concern for a loved one quickly escalated, leading to a challenging cascade of events, including a bout of pneumonia and a severe case of the flu during a work trip. Th…

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Episode 98: Jennifer Blair of Urban Fusions Tells Us About Stumbling Into A Creative Life Centred Around Melted Glass and Happiness 1:19:27

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There’s nothing like a good break-up to set life on a new path, and that’s exactly what led Jennifer Blair to a glass shop in Toronto. It wasn’t long before she was “secretly” learning the art of glass fusion and has since launched her successful business of turning glass “blobs” into beautiful masterpieces. Learn about the process of glass fusion,…

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Episode 97: Jah'Mila is a Jamaican-born Canadian Reggae Musician Who is Moving Mountains With Her Magnetic Presence, Lyrics and Personality 1:22:13

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Multi award-winning artist, Jah'Mila discovered the Nova Scotia music scene during a visit with her mom, who had moved to eastern Canada to work in nursing. She found friendship, creative collaboration and loads of adoring fans in the place she now calls home. Her father – “Chinna” – played with Bob Marley’s “The Wailers” and was a strong influence…

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Episode 96: 17-Year-Old Sophia Rae Advocates for Teen Mental Health Through Public Speaking, Podcasting, Yoga, Writing and Most Recently, Music 1:13:20

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Buckle up for this chat with the incredibly articulate, talented and soft-souled young woman, Sophia Rae. This grade 12 École Secondaire Du Sommet student reflects on her personal experience with trauma and mental health after losing her aunt in the Portapique massacre in 2020. Realizing that other teens were struggling with tools and conversations…

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Episode 95: Musician, Filmmaker, Podcaster and Writer Carmel Mikol Has Reinvented Her Life After Leaving the Jehovah Witnesses Faith 1:36:03

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A profound conversation with multi-faceted artist Carmel Mikol as we dive into stories from her past. Leaving her patriarchal faith after suffering domestic abuse, Carmel shares details about the Jehovah Witnesses religion and how telling her personal experience through film (Apostate) has been a powerful way of adopting a new identity. We learn ab…

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1120: Andrea Says Good-bye to T4C & Hello to This Magic Life 6:33

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65 months; 280 weeks and 1,120 episodes ago – the Time4Coffee Podcast was born. My former CNN colleague Guy Raz who is best known today for his many top-ranked podcast including How I Built This was my very first guest. Over the last almost 5 ½ years I’ve had the delight to interview 100’s and 100’s of other people in dozens of industries about wha…

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Episode 94: Curiosity Club Offers Creative Consulting, Event Hosting, Facilitating Artistic Dreams and a Little Company for Like-Minded Weirdos 1:05:57

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How do you explain something that doesn’t yet exist on the creative business landscape? This chat will help explain the background, concept and intentions of the “Curiosity Club”. Curiosity Club is a trio of professional artists and entrepreneurs who specialize in facilitating creative experiences. Erin Bulger, Kristen Herrington and Steph McNamara…

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1119: What It’s Like to Create Business EcoSystems With John Wolpert, Tacitpath [Main T4C Episode] 1:04:11

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John Wolpert is a Chief Product Officer, speaker and the author of The Two But Rule: Turn Negative Thinking Into Positive Solutions. He is also the founder of several companies including Tacitpath, Flywheel and Layer2. At his heart, John is a creative innovator, known for spearheading industry-changing projects such as the Baseline Protocol. During…

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Episode 93: Year End Review with Mike & Kristen 59:48

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We wrap up 2023 by reflecting on what we’ve learned from guests, career highlights, mental health ups and downs, adventures and the wonderful new friends we’ve made along the way! Our intention was to record a “quick” episode, but it’s the same length as all the rest LOL. We reveal some exciting news about the podcast for 2024, plus our new year’s …

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Episode 23: Here's looking at you 23:23

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In Episode 23 of the Better Weather Podcast, I dive into the power of revisiting our past selves and the vulnerability that comes with it. I begin by recounting a vivid Christmas memory from my childhood where I received a radio, sang a heartfelt song, and recorded it, only to cringe upon listening back to it later. I use this nostalgic moment to e…

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How to Build an Awesome & Happy Work Life With Dr. Arthur Brooks, AEI [re-release] 43:18

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Dr. Arthur Brooks is the president of the American Enterprise Institute*, a non-partisan public policy think tank in Washington, D.C. He’s also a NYT’s bestselling author and a social scientist whose expertise is on how to build a happy life. At 19, Arthur dropped out of college to play the French horn professionally. He toured internationally and …

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Episode 92: “In Your Head”: Kristen Interviews Mike About the Making of His New Hit Single 1:21:20

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The Town Heroes have been making music for over a decade and are now discovering fresh voices, sounds and songs. We wanted to do justice to the latest single from the band’s new album by dissecting the process, inspiration, compilation and life message. An important perspective on how we can let go of the daily chatter from our inner critic and ste…

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What It’s Like to Turn Pain into Your Higher Purpose w/ Dov Baron, Full Monty Leadership [re-release] 1:00:40

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Dov Baron is a leadership and corporate cultural strategist who has twice been named by Inc. magazine as one of the Top 100 Leadership Speakers. He is a leadership and corporate cultural strategist who has twice been named by Inc. magazine as one of the Top 100 Leadership Speakers. Dov is author of the best selling book series: “Don’t Read This”. H…

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Episode 22: In the driver's seat 27:33

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n episode 22 of the Better Weather Podcast, titled "The Driver Seat," Brandon Leath takes listeners on a journey through his experiences that resonate deeply with the complexities of control and vulnerability. Beginning with a humorous yet eye-opening anecdote from his drivers education class, Brandon reflects on the realization that while he thoug…

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Episode 91: Carli Jeffrey is a Spiritual Therapist Who Has the Most Important Training of All: Personal Experience! 1:33:20

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In this important chat with Carli Jeffrey we cover everything from processing grief to book publishing to psychedelic therapy. A woman who has already lived 1000 lives it seems shares stories of how holding space for others led to burnout and how taking care of herself looks a little different than most alternative therapies. An honest, candid and …

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What It’s Like to Pivot From a Musical Career Into Entrepreneurship With Steve Rimland, AIMeCast [re-release] 55:19

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Steve Rimland is the CEO of AIMeCAST, a multimedia podcasting platform that enables corporations to share content and knowledge in one central location. Before starting AIMeCAST in 2019, he worked as the founder and CEO of MedicDigital, a platform for Fortune 500 companies within the pharmaceutical world to engage and connect with their colleagues.…

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Episode 21: The burden of untruth 26:54

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Episode 21 of The Better Weather podcast, hosted by Brandon Leath, delves into the intricacies of feeling like a burden and the parallels it draws to the experience of being picked last on a junior high recess football game. Brandon shares insights on the fabricated narratives our minds create when burdened, leading to self-perceived isolation and …

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Episode 90: From Funeral Director to Award-Winning Songstress, Terra Spencer Has Discovered a Whole New Life of Music, Touring and Taking Things as They Come 1:37:59

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Terra Spencer didn’t grow up with the dream of singing in front of sold-out audiences, touring the world sharing her creativity or accepting multiple awards for her talents, but that’s exactly what happened to her! She listened to the clues along the way and has always been open to making a cold-call that might lead to the next exciting adventure. …

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Episode 20: Sometimes it can feel like a dream 30:36

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Episode 20: "Depression: A Dream Within" In this episode of "The Better Weather Podcast," host Brandon Leath delves deep into the intricate analogy between depression and a dream. Drawing from personal experience, Brandon vividly paints the similarities between these two seemingly disparate states of being. He masterfully illustrates how depression…

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What It’s Like To Create an Online Day Trading Course & Become a Millionaire w/ Teri Ijeoma, Invest with Teri [re-release] 45:13

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Teri Ijeoma is the Founder and CEO of “Invest with Teri”, an online courses teaching you how to make money day trading on Wall Street. She began her professional career working in education and for nonprofits. When she started trading stocks more than a dozen years ago, she initially saw it as an opportunity to simply supplement her income. However…

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Episode 89: Skunk Motel is the Friend Group We All Wished We Had. On a Rapid Rise in the Music Industry, This Girl Band is Loud on Stage and Soft in the Studio 1:38:47

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Bonded by shared values, the Skunks show up exactly as they are and invite their fans to do the same. Sarah Ellen Morrison (vocals), Maya Taraschi (drums), Sara Eve (bass) and Katelyn Bo (guitar) share stories of representing women, feeling seen, sweating on stage and how doing it together is the band’s priority. We even had all four of them in the…

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Episode 19 : If you listen to anything, listen to this one 46:53

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Ive done a lot of episodes. Ive talked on a lot of podcasts in my day. Ive never felt something more than I have in this episode. So, if you are into reading podcast descriptions, I know this is a weird one. But I wanted it to be personal, so here it is. I'd been struggling recently, but Ive felt something that is unlike anything I have ever felt. …

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Episode 88: Dustin Harvey of Secret Theatre Is the Yoda of the Industry. We Chat About Using Public Spaces for Stages, AI In the Arts and How Pushing Boundaries Has Led to Special Experiences 1:26:58

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Dustin Harvey approaches his work with a wide lens, considering the philosophical “whys” and experiential outcomes. His audience is often incorporated into the performance, connecting for moments, feeling both present and pleasant. We learn about how sports offered an early-influence of challenging himself and how lessons from coaches and athletics…

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Episode 18: Nostalgia, Tattoos, and rediscovering the power within 32:55

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Episode 18 of "The Better Weather Podcast" delves deep into the captivating energy that shapes our experiences at different stages of life. Brandon reminisces about the palpable excitement of childhood, where the air felt charged weekend sleepovers with friends,and the taste of newfound freedom in junior high. He paints a vivid picture of how this …

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