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Beyond ListeningE 56: Songs from the Wilderness: Atz Kilcher’s Reflections on Returning to Our RootsIn this chat around the fireside, Atz Kilcher shares his deep connection to music, nature, and the journey of self-acceptance. Reflecting on his childhood, he explores how the wilderness shaped his understanding of himself and the world around him. Atz reveals the therapeutic power of music and how returning to nature can help veterans and others find peace, purpose, and personal growth. Weaving stories of his time in Fox Canyon at the head of the Kachemak Bay in Alaska and the art of basket weaving, he illuminates how these practices connect us to nature and the wisdom of community...2024-10-151h 07
Ojai: Talk of the TownHealing Our Heroes with Atz Kilcher & Miriam JonesOjai's newest performing venue will be the site of a special benefit for veterans, "Heroes Healing: Songs from the Wilderness," on November 2 from 3 to 7 pm. It's being organized by Open Circle Foundation and Heroes Healing Homestead in Homer, Alaska, to provide a wilderness therapy experience for veterans suffering from service-related PTSD.
Joining us on the podcast are Open Circle's founder Miriam Jones and Heroes Healing's Atz Kilcher. If that name sounds familiar, it should. Kilcher was the star of Discovery Channel's "Alaska: The Last Frontier," for 12 seasons. He is also the father of Jewel, the singer-songwriter who...2024-10-131h 03
Beyond ListeningE 55: Songs from the Wilderness: Nature, Music, and the Heart of a Veteran: A deep dive with Andrew WiscombeIn this heartfelt episode of Beyond Listening, we sit down with veteran and musician Andrew to explore his journey from the military to a powerful career in songwriting. Andrew shares his early roots in punk rock and country music, how music helped him cope with the aftermath of his military service, and the transformative experiences he’s had through the Heroes Healing Homestead initiative, co-hosted by Atz Kilcher and Operation Encore.
Andrew opens up about his time in the military, his struggle with PTSD, and how songwriting became an essential outlet for processing the trauma. He also di...2024-09-201h 04
The Blues Guitar ShowEpisode #167 Andrew Wiscombe - From Army Sniper to Award-Winning SongwriterIn this episode I'm talking with Utah-based songwriter and US Army vet Andrew Wiscombe. A former Army Sniper turned Berklee trained award-winning songwriter, Andrew’s ability to clothe stories, words, and emotions in American roots music has received great praise from fans and critics alike. He has drawn many comparisons to some of the great contemporary songwriters/poets of our time. Wiscombe has shared the stage with the likes of Ray Wylie Hubbard, .38 Special, Mary Gauthier, Julian Lage, Dorothy, The Lil Smokies, Micky and the Motorcars and many others. Whether singing through the eyes of a child, the...2024-03-111h 01
Botanical BiohackingMold Remediation and Health with Ben Wiscombe and Brehan Crawford L.AcMold remediation specialist Ben Wiscombe and Brehan Crawford L.Ac discuss internal and environmental mold remediation, how it contributes to chronic illness, and what to do about it.2021-11-091h 42
Operation Encore: Soldiers, Stories, and SongsEpisode #18 - The Lloyd Smith ProjectMeet Mr. Lloyd Smith -- a doctor, surgeon, chemistry professor, student of California Gold Rush lore, California native, singer/songwriter, and one of the most generous men you'll ever meet. He's also a self-taught luthier who has built over 80 beautiful, custom guitars which he has given away as gifts -- some of which have made their way into the hands of our artists. In partnership with Lloyd, Operation Encore is announcing the Lloyd Smith Project --- an album of Operation Encore artists covering Lloyd's songs on his custom guitars. During this Special Edition Podcast, Lloyd describes his family history in...2021-03-1150 min
The Untamed Sessions PodcastEp# 9 Andrew WiscombeAndrew Wiscombe has a story to tell. When you listen to his music you can’t but help see glimpses of your own story in his. We talk about how COVID has impacted him as a full time gigging musician, his military experience, and his life in SLC, Utah.Find a Freelancer with Fiverr: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=137068&brand=fiverrcpaWatch Andrew's Session performances: "Alone With You": https://youtu.be/rLnz6m683ok"Share The Silverscreen": https://youtu.be/oyevCusgE0YSessions filmed at Tatton Baird: https://www.ta...2020-10-2300 min
Operation Encore: Soldiers, Stories, and SongsOperation Encore Episode #1 - Army Sniper Andrew WiscombeOperation Encore is a non-profit veteran service organization that helps veteran artists get noticed in the music industry while advocating for veterans through the powerful medium of original music. A folk musician based out of Utah, Andrew Wiscombe’s style has been referred to as foot-stompin’ street music. He showcases his musical talents in one-man band fashion, playing up to five instruments at once. A Berklee trained award-winning songwriter, Andrew has a unique ability to clothe stories, words, and emotions in American roots music. A married father of two boys and former U.S. Army sniper, he joine...2019-08-3139 min